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Youth $portsClocking InEpisode 78: Leslie Davis (Cross Country and Track Coach at Lafayette HS)
đ In this episode: I sit down with Leslie Davis, former Kentucky state champion in the 800 and now a cross country and track coach (and English teacher) at Lafayette High School in Lexington, KY. We dig into why running may be the most inclusive and accessible sport in schools, how it teaches kids to choose hard things, and the real mental, physical, and emotional challenges young runners face⌠from discipline and burnout to body image and puberty. Davis shares what makes track and field so uniquely diverse, and w...
2025-12-261h 25
English with AllyMerry Christmas checklist!Hello and welcome to English with Ally! I'm Ally and this is the grand finale of our Christmas series! Over the past episodes, weâve explored everything from cherished religious traditions to the more quirky, secular customs that many English-speaking communities follow during the festive season. As well as over-eating (unavoidable!), carol singing (absolutely!) and wearing those infamous ugly jumpers (why not!), we saw how Christmas pops up in the pop culture of movies and TV shows and also in high culture, inspiring some of the greatest poets and writers to retell the story through a fresh per...
2025-12-2406 minEnglish with AllyChristmas Countdown: The Who, the What and the WhenHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally, and this is episode 23, the second-to-last episode in special Christmas series. Today weâre diving into what happens on the 24th, 25th, and 26th of Decemberâas these days can look different depending on where you are and what traditions you follow.Listen out for these words:Eve - the evening (or time) before a special event e.g. New Year's EveCatholic â related to the Roman Catholic ChurchFeast â a large, special mealProtestant â related to ot...
2025-12-2306 minEnglish with AllyThe Birth of Christ in Poetry and SongHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally and you are listening to one of 24 episodes I'm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.Today, it's time for some Culture with capital "C": poetry and song that retell the story of the birth of Christ. Not everyone is a fan of poetry, I know, but poets have a way of making the familiar feel new, and I want to share one of my favourite poems with yo...
2025-12-2205 minEnglish with AllyWhat Christmas Message did the Angels, Shepherds and Kings bring?Hello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally and you are listening to one of 24 episodes I'm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.This is part two retelling the story of the birth of Christ. In the first part, we talked about Mary, Joseph, their journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus. Today, weâll meet some very special visitors.Listen out for these words:shepherds â people who tak...
2025-12-2104 minEnglish with AllyBefore Christmas: how the Story StartsHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally, you are listening to one of 24 episodes I'm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.This is part one of a special two-part episode. Weâve been talking about secular Christmas customsâsending cards, buying presents, decorating your home, and of course spending time with friends and family. We've seen how Christmas has inspired many stories told through music, TV & movies and books. But behind all of the those tr...
2025-12-2004 minEnglish with AllyThe Best Gift at Christmas: Acts of Kindness and CharityHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally, and youâre listening to one of 24 episodes Iâm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.Today weâre talking about something that makes Christmas truly special: lending a helping hand to people in need. For many people the holiday season is not just a time to celebrate, but to consider othersâthrough charity, volunteering, and acts of kindness.Listen out for these words:
2025-12-1903 minEnglish with AllyChristmas on the beach: How Aussies and Kiwis CelebrateHello and welcome back to English with Ally! I'm Ally, and you are listening to one of 24 episodes I'm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.Today weâre heading Down Under to explore how Christmas is celebrated in Australia and New Zealand. Santa in shades? You bet as the Southern hemisphere is full on summer for Christmas - completely different from my Northern experience.Listen out for these words:Down Under - an inf...
2025-12-1804 minEnglish with AllyDIY Christmas: How Crafting Makes the Season SpecialHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally, and youâre listening to one of 24 episodes Iâm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.Today weâre talking about something creative and increasingly popular: Christmas crafts! Making your own decorations or gifts is really on trend, and itâs a wonderful way to add a personal touch to the holiday season.Here are some words you'll hear in this episode:
2025-12-1703 minEnglish with AllyGreenery and Glitter: Exploring Christmas DÊcorHello everyone, and welcome back to English with Ally! I'm Ally, and you are listening to one of 24 episodes I'm making this December to explain different Christmas customs. Like an advent calendar, I'm releasing one episode a day to offer English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice over the holiday season - you're welcome!.Christmas is the season of joy and one of the ways we make it feel special is by decorating our homes, workplaces and of course, shops. Today on English with Ally, we...
2025-12-1604 minEnglish with AllySanta Says: Letâs Play Some Christmas GamesHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Iâm Ally, and youâre listening to one of 24 episodes Iâm making this December to explain different Christmas customs and give English language learners a little culture and a little listening practice.Today I'm talking about something that brings laughter and fun to Christmas celebrations: Christmas games! These are activities families and friends play together during the holidays, and theyâre a great way to make memories.Vocabulary for TodayListen out for these words:Charades
2025-12-1502 minEnglish with AllyFaith and Festivity: Traditions Across Christian FaithsHello everyone, and welcome to English with Ally!  In previous episodes, I've looked at different secular, or non-religious, customs around Christmas, but this episode will focus on religious traditions from Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant communities. But first, letâs look at some key words youâll hear in the episode:Mass: A special church ceremony in the Catholic tradition.Hymns: religious songsManger: A wooden trough for feeding animals, where baby Jesus was placed according to the Nativity story.Supper: An evening meal, often linked to rel...
2025-12-1404 minEnglish with AllyGhosts, Greed and Redemption: Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"Hi everyone, welcome back to English with Ally! Today, weâre exploring one of the most famous Christmas stories ever written: Charles Dickensâs A Christmas Carol. Weâll look at the story, its symbols and moral lessons and why this short book still matters today.But first let's look at some vocabulary you can listen out forGrumpy - bad-temperedSymbolism â The use of symbols or images to communicate ideasRegret - a feeling of sadness o...
2025-12-1304 minEnglish with AllyThe Man Who Invented ChristmasHi there listener, welcome back to English with Ally! I'm Ally.Today, weâre going back in timeâto Victorian Englandâto understand why Charles Dickens has been called âthe man who invented Christmas.â Sounds dramatic, right? And while that is an exaggeration, Dickens did shape the way we celebrate Christmas today. Some vocabulary to listen out for:Factories - big buildings where many people worked To be in full swing - to be in progressCramped - too smallPoverty - the state of not...
2025-12-1204 minEnglish with AllyChristmas Food TraditionsHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Today weâre talking about one of the best parts of the festive season: Christmas food. From savoury dishes to sweet treats, food is at the heart of Christmas celebrations. And if you are a foodie or have a sweet toothâmeaning you love sugary thingsâthis episode is just for you!Some words to listen out for in this episode are:Foodie - someone who loves or is knowledgeable about foodSweet tooth â a love for swee...
2025-12-1103 minEnglish with AllyUgly Christmas JumpersHello and welcome back to English with Ally! This episode is about possibly the quirkiest festive tradition of them all: Ugly Christmas Jumpers. These colourful, sometimes ridiculous sweaters have become a regular part of holiday celebrations. But where did this trend come from? Letâs find out! Here's some key vocabulary to listen out for:Ugly â not prettyJoke - something to make people laughSnowflake â a small piece of snow that falls from the sky, often used as a design on jumpers.Reindeer...
2025-12-1003 min
Siblings in CrimeThe Last Jump - Els Van Doren38 year old elite skydiver Els Van Doren fell to her death in 2006 after both her main and reserve parachutes failed to openâan almost impossible coincidence. Investigators soon discovered sabotage, her parachute lines had been cut.With no forensic evidence and only a web of emotional motives, prosecutors built a purely circumstantial case. Was it jealousy? Opportunity? Or a tragic misinterpretation?SOURCESÂ Primary reporting & factual verificationVRT NWS (Flemish public broadcasting) â trial coverage & psychological reportsDe Standaard â Belgian national newspaper reporting on the investigation and convictionHet Laatste Nieuws â Flemish coverage of relati...
2025-12-101h 00English with AllyChristmas CardsHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Today weâre talking about a lovely festive tradition - and one of my favourites - Christmas cards. Where did they come from? Why do we send them? And how has this tradition changed over time? Letâs find out!First, some words to listen out for:Victorian England - England during the time of Queen VictoriaGreeting â a message to say hello or express good wishes.Affordable - cheap enough to buyGoodwill â kindness and friendly f...
2025-12-0903 minEnglish with AllyChristmas ShoppingHello and welcome back to English with Ally! It's me, Ally!Today's episode is on Christmas shopping but I also want to share a note on why today is important for Roman Catholics. Let's look at some vocabulary first:Words to listen out for are:Feast â a special day of celebration, often with food or religious meaning.Holy - sacred, connected to God or religionPickled walnuts - a kind of nut in vinegarWindow display - what is in a shop window for customers to se...
2025-12-0804 minEnglish with AllySecret SantaHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Today weâre talking about a really fun tradition called Secret Santa. You may have seen this played on some TV shows. What is it? Where does it come from? Who plays it? Do you know?Before I begin, a listener has suggested I introduce new vocabulary at the start of the topic, so here are some words I'll use and their definitions. Â Gifts - another word for presentsAnonymous â without a name or identity.To Reveal â to make something known.
2025-12-0702 minEnglish with AllySanta Claus vs Father ChristmasHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Today weâre exploring two festive figures that many people think are the same: Santa Claus and Father Christmas. Are they really identical? Letâs find out!Santa Claus, as we know him today, comes from the Dutch figure Sinterklaas, which is based on Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Greek bishop famous for his generosity and gift-giving. Dutch people brought this tradition to America in the 17th century, and over time, Santa Claus evolved into the jolly man in red we know toda...
2025-12-0603 minEnglish with AllyChristmas Movies or filmsHello and welcome back to English with Ally! Today I'll be talking about Christmas movies â do you want to guess which films I shall talk about?Naturally at Christmas, some people may watch films about the life of Christ such asThe Nativity Story â a film about Mary and Joseph and the journey to Bethlehem. orThe Greatest Story Ever Told â a classic retelling of the life of JesusBut there are other classics shown on TV that we watch year after year. More modern Christmas films c...
2025-12-0504 minEnglish with AllyChristmas CarolsHi everyone, and welcome back to English with Ally! Today, weâre talking about one of the most joyful parts of the holiday seasonâChristmas songs. From classic tunes to cheerful carols, music is everywhere in December. But what exactly is carolling, and why is it such a big tradition? Letâs find out!A carol is a festive song, usually about Christmas. These songs have been around for centuries, originally sung to celebrate the season and share joy. Carols often have simple, memorable melodies so everyone can join in. You may know some songs like â...
2025-12-0403 minEnglish with AllyChristmas Markets in the UKHello again, and welcome back to English with Ally! Today, weâre talking about something magicalâChristmas markets. These festive markets pop up in towns and cities during December, and theyâre full of lights, music, and delicious smells. But where did they come from, and what makes them so special in the UK? Well, letâs find out! Christmas markets started in Germany hundreds of years ago as places to buy seasonal goods and enjoy festive food. Over time, they spread across Europe, and now theyâre a big tradition in the UK too. They...
2025-12-0303 minEnglish with AllyWhat's an Advent Calendar?Hi everyone, and welcome to English with Ally! Today, weâre diving into something festive and funâthe Advent calendar. Youâve probably seen these colourful calendars filled with chocolates or little gifts, but do you know where they come from? Letâs explore the history of Advent and how these calendars became a holiday tradition. What is Advent? Advent is a special season in the Christian calendar. It begins four Sundays before Christmas and marks a time of preparation and reflection leading up to December 25th. The word âAdventâ comes from the Latin...
2025-12-0203 min
English with AllyEnglish with Ally - Christmas launchHello! Welcome to English with Ally â I'm Ally and over the month of December I'll take you on a journey of language learning and cultural discovery! Each episode is designed to help you improve your English while exploring the traditions, quirks, and everyday life that make English-speaking cultures unique. From festive fun to fascinating customs, youâll learn the language and discover the culture â one story at a time.So grab a cuppa and join me on a journey through Christmas traditions from tomorrow!Learn the language, discov...
2025-12-0100 min
SLOW ENGLISH PODCAST. YOUR ENGLISH TOOLBOXSlow English Podcast â How to Talk to Yourself: Transform Your Inner Voice and Your Englishđď¸ DisclaimerThis podcast is narrated using advanced AI voice technology (powered by ElevenLabs) to ensure consistent clarity, natural pacing, and an easy-to-follow listening experience â especially helpful for language learners.All scripts are written and carefully edited by real humans, combining expert content creation with voice technology to bring you the best of both worlds:â
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AI precision and clarityWe use slow, natural pronunciation and carefully chosen vocabulary to support learners at every level.đĽ Prefer to follow along with subtitles and visuals?Watch this full episode on YouTube â https://youtu.be/BfpAenGzE-ođ Studies show that slow listening combined w...
2025-10-2436 min
The Morning RitualThe Real Work of Meditation & Self Inquiry with Ally BogardAlly Bogard reminds us that meditation isnât about chasing calm. Itâs about meeting yourself exactly where you are. Sometimes thatâs relaxed, and sometimes itâs deeply uncomfortable. In facing what arises, we come closer to our truth.Ally shares insights from her book, The Quiet Teachers: Becoming a Student of Your Life, along with self-reflection tools designed to help you reconnect with who you truly are. Ally offers a refreshing and honest perspective on meditation, reminding us that the practice is not pleasure-seekingâitâs a powerful form of self-inquiry that can be deeply transformati...
2025-08-131h 00
Inspired LivingAlly Dalsimer â Itâs Okay Not to Be Fabulous Every DayAir Date - 23 July 2025Join Inspired Living Host Marc Lainhart â The Intuitive Prospector⢠this Wisdom Wednesday as we welcome to the show for the first time, author, motivational speaker, life coach, and certified facilitator, Ms. Ally Dalsimer, to discuss her book âItâs Okay Not to Be Fabulous Every Day: A Journey to Self-Discovery.â This heartfelt guide encourages readers to embrace their authentic selves and break free from societal pressures. Combining relatable stories with practical advice, this award-winning book helps readers cultivate self-compassion, resilience, and mindfulness. Its empowering message inspires personal growth and encourages readers to define success on their o...
2025-07-2554 min
The Josh Lafazan ShowTrump DENIED Address to U.K. Parliament â Historic SNUB by Americaâs Closest AllyTrump DENIED Address to U.K. Parliament â Historic SNUB by Americaâs Closest AllyToday weâre diving into a brutal truth: Donald Trump said heâd make America ârespected again.â But instead of restoring respect, heâs made us a global punchlineâsnubbed by allies, cozy with dictators, and increasingly seen as a liability on the world stage.From being denied the historic honor of addressing the U.K. Parliament, to insulting the President of Liberia, to siding with Vladimir Putin over our own intelligence agencies, Trumpâs record on foreign policy is more than embarrassingâ...
2025-07-1511 min
Music Ally Focus2025's global music business trends â with Stuart Dredge, Music Ally's head of insightEpisode 169: This podcast is aligned with Music Allyâs newest International Focus report, which pulls together the last yearâs worth of Country Profiles which we publish, plus some extra exclusive analysis. So, weâre joined by Stuart Dredge, Music Allyâs head of insight, to discuss some of the burning topics when we look at the international music market right now in summer 2025.Stu talks to Joe Sparrow about:- The new dominance of local talent and genres in markets around the globe.- What are the current export trends, especially for local mus...
2025-06-1341 min
Central America in MinutesHonduras Copy-Pastes Bukeleâs CECOT MarketingCENTRAL AMERICA IN MINUTES, Ep. 32: In El Salvador, three top military officers are convicted for the emblematic 1982 murder of four Dutch journalists, marking the first conviction of high-ranking military officials in the country for crimes committed during the civil war.In Honduras, digital outlet Contracorriente reports that the Xiomara Castro administration has launched a media campaign during the electoral season promoting the image of a new supermax facility emulating El Salvadorâs CECOT prison.Despite international pressure, Guatemalan Attorney General Consuelo Porras expands charges against two Indigenous leaders of the 2023 mobilizations against an electoral co...
2025-06-1308 minSiblings in CrimeHe Watched Me Die, and He Did NothingWhen a beloved record store owner in a small English town collapses in the alley behind his shop, no one suspects the smiling customer who calmly watches it happen. But beneath the surface of a routine Thursday lies a disturbing plan- a clinical attack, carried out with chilling precision. In this episode, we unpack the true story of Gary Lewis and Darren Harris, a former NHS worker who weaponized his medical access in a way no one saw coming.Sources:Sentencing Remarks â R v Darren Harris (Judiciary.uk)BBC News â âNorthallerton: Nurse...
2025-06-1245 min
The Poets132. Ally EdenAlly Eden (she/they) is a queer artist and former Poet Laureate of Fort Collins, Colorado. An English/Spanish interpreter by trade, their role as a linguist parallels their poetic ethosâ bridging difference by way of words. Allyâs work is vibrant, unabashedly poignant, and rooted in love for humanity. In her approach to art as a practice, she strives to curate participatory experiences that offer everyone a seat at the table. She co-founded the Gulo Gulo Poetry Collective, runs a bimonthly peer-critique group, The Rabbit Hutch, and facilitates collaborations and workshops that bring together musicians and artists, immigrants and r...
2025-05-1551 min
Mental WorkHow theatre can transform mental health promotion (with Ally Kelly)A lot of the work we do in mental health focuses on helping people who are already unwell, but what if we could stop them getting unwell in the first place? That's what our guest today, Ally, is passionate about. She started a whole organisation called Mind Blank to give people and communities the tools they need to proactively take care of their mental health, and she uses her passion for theatre to make sure the information sticks. In today's ep, we hear about how Ally's lived experience led her to entrepreneurship, what she likes about focusing on preventive...
2025-03-2638 min
Stacey Thomas ShowStacey speaks with author Ally DalsimerAlly Dalsimer - Author is an award-winning author, experienced life coach, and certified facilitator. During her 30-year environmental career, Ally authored or co-authored more than 50 articles, technical reports, proceedings, book chapters, and brochures; co-founded and managed multiple conservation efforts; and, received numerous awards. Ally earned a Masterâs in Public Policy, Environmental Law and Economics Track from Georgetown University, and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Richmond with degrees in English and Psychology. She is a member of ALLi, SCBWI, TWS and AAUW, and the proud mom of two amazing kids and a chubby rescue cat named Pooma.
2025-01-2038 min
Eye For IranEye for Iran | Ep 32 | Why 2025 is set to be tougher for IranFor some countries in the Middle East, 2024 was a year of historic changes and milestones, but for Iran it appears to be one of setbacks and defeat for its clerical establishment.The fall of Iranâs greatest Arab ally in the region, Bashar Al-Assad capped off a disastrous year that saw Iranâs proxy forces diminished that further fueled domestic and economic unrest. Kamran Matin, an international relations scholar from Sussex University in the UK told the Eye for Iran podcast that 2025 will likely be an even more difficult year for the Islamic Republic. What could 2025 hold for the...
2025-01-0337 min
Eye For IranEye for Iran | Ep 32 | Why 2025 is set to be tougher for IranFor some countries in the Middle East, 2024 was a year of historic changes and milestones, but for Iran it appears to be one of setbacks and defeat for its clerical establishment.The fall of Iranâs greatest Arab ally in the region, Bashar Al-Assad capped off a disastrous year that saw Iranâs proxy forces diminished that further fueled domestic and economic unrest. Kamran Matin, an international relations scholar from Sussex University in the UK told the Eye for Iran podcast that 2025 will likely be an even more difficult year for the Islamic Republic. What could 2025 hold for the...
2025-01-0337 minYouth $portsHeart & SoulEpisode 24: Philip Manga & players from the Box2Box Organization
- Box2Box is a non-profit organization in Lexington Ky that strives to empower the youth to seek community through sport, to develop identity relevance and belonging.Â
- The game of soccer opened up so many doors for Philip Manga in his life. When he came to the United States with his family from the Republic of Congo, he struggled to find his place in the community.Â
- Manga was able to find a connection to his community through the game of soccer.Â
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2024-12-0454 min
Before Coffee: The Comprehensive News of Planet Earth 2024Jordan's Triumph: The Fight Against Leprosy | November 5, 2024Today, weâre uncovering Greenland's ambitions in last chance tourism and the growing trend of Dutch women establishing their own funeral firms. Weâll discuss the role of biodiversity hubs, Jordan's groundbreaking elimination of leprosy, and the upcoming tobacco and vapes bill in the UK Parliament. Plus, weâll share the story of a conservationist who bought an English estate and the encouraging news of decreasing greenhouse gases in Europe. Weâll also celebrate the vibrant low rider soul culture in LA. And remember, itâs National Love Your Red Hair Day! Letâs celebrate our unique shades on November 5th...
2024-11-0652 min
Mr. & Mrs. EnglishConceptual MetaphorsIn this episode, we explore the fascinating world of Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT), based on the work of ZoltĂĄn KĂśvecses. CMT suggests that metaphors are more than just language tools; they are essential cognitive mechanisms that help us understand abstract concepts through concrete experiences. ----------Some examples:â ANGER IS FIRE: This metaphor maps the source domain of FIRE onto the target domain of ANGER, explaining anger's intensity through the aspects of fire.Example: "He was burning with anger", "Those were inflammatory remarks."â...
2024-09-2710 min
The Red EyeAn Interview with Autumn CarolynIn today's episode, we talk to ex flight attendant Autumn Carolyn. Autumn was injured unexpectedly on a flight, and little did he know it would be career ending. So what does a flight attendant do when their wings have been clipped without notice. Autumn tells us all, and shares some great stories of her time in the air too!Autumn Carolynn is a travel author, and her new book, Traveling in Wonder, describes her goal of visiting 30 countries within 30 years. Autumn was a previous flight attendant, travel agent, and travel design manager for large corporations across the...
2024-08-0634 min
Fat2FierceÂŽ The Confidence ChroniclesEp #18: Tame the Drama Queen: Unmasking Your Inner Critic and Embracing Your Inner AllyWe all have that nagging voice in our head, the one that points out our flaws and whispers doubts. But what if there's another voice waiting to be heard? In this episode, explore the dynamic duo of the inner critic and the inner ally. Learn to identify the negativity of your inner critic and discover the power of your supportive inner ally. Get tools to quiet the critic and amplify the voice that will help you succeed with compassion and kindness. Get ready to transform your self-talk and create a more positive and empowered inner world.
2024-05-2318 min
Chairside ChatsAubree Barnum (Writer/Teacher) Ep. #002Aubree is a writer and a teacher. She has a book out right now called, "The Birds & the Beasts". Aubree shares her writing journey with me and talks about how the process has gone for her so far. We talk about some of her experiences in the classroom as well.
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2024-05-171h 07
Infatu Asian PodcastEp 127 C-POP Idol Ally Shen (English)Ally Shen is a rising star in the Mando Pop world! She's part of the 9 member Taiwanese girl group Twinkle Black, but she announced on OUR SHOW that she is officially launching her solo career with 2 new songs in the next few months! It was a complete pleasure to talk with Ally for about an hour, she is so warm, friendly, funny, and smart! I can't wait to follow her career and see how far she goes!
You can listen to Ally's and Twinkle Black's music on Spotify or YouTube. Follow her on social media @allly.shn o...
2024-05-1547 min
Get Real With The English Sisters - Mind Health AnxietyBecoming Your Own Best Friend: The Power of Self-Compassion and Building a Supportive NetworkSend us a textHave you ever considered the possibility that you might be the wisest, kindest, and most supportive friend you could ever hope to meet? On Get Real with the English Sisters, we're delving into the transformative power of self-compassion and the art of being your own best friend. Imagine the shift in your world if, for just one week, you treated yourself with the unwavering kindness you'd offer your dearest companion. We'll explore the societal and cultural barriers that often prevent us from adopting this mindset and share the insights on how this practice...
2024-04-2424 min
Online For Authors PodcastEmpower Your Best Self: Inspirational Tips and Insights with Author Ally DalsimerMy guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Ally Dalsimer, author of the book, Itâs Okay Not to be Fabulous Every Day. Ally is a published author, award-winning environmental expert, former political candidate, and an experienced life coach. Life highlights include traveling the world, rescuing 7 cats, raising two children, and surviving the death of her husband and mother. Her breadth of life experience infuses her âFabulousâ book with incredible insights and lessons learned.Â
 Ally has undergraduate degrees in English and Psychology from the University of Richmond, and a Masterâs in Public Policy, Environmental Law and Ec...
2024-04-1835 minOnline For Authors PodcastEmpower Your Best Self: Inspirational Tips and Insights with Author Ally DalsimerMy guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Ally Dalsimer, author of the book, Itâs Okay Not to be Fabulous Every Day. Ally is a published author, award-winning environmental expert, former political candidate, and an experienced life coach. Life highlights include traveling the world, rescuing 7 cats, raising two children, and surviving the death of her husband and mother. Her breadth of life experience infuses her âFabulousâ book with incredible insights and lessons learned.Â
 Ally has undergraduate degrees in English and Psychology from the University of Richmond, and a Masterâs in Public Policy, Environmental Law and Ec...
2024-04-1835 min
Stigma ShakersAt What Point Do You Question Your Own Mortality?: The Stigma of Too Young to Die with Lucy YoungerLucy Younger is a 23-year-old young womenâs health advocate and writer. After finishing her second year of university, she was diagnosed with a rare low grade brain tumour which required a craniotomy to treat. Post surgery and recovery, Lucy went on to graduate with an English degree, phenomenally followed by a Master's Degree, however similarly to her undergraduate experience, she was diagnosed with Thyroid cancer at the end of her masterâs, which led her to start her blog and page âLiving low gradeâ. This traumatic experience inspired Lucy to create an uplifting blog to raise awareness about low grade tu...
2024-04-1645 min
Ladies that UX in EnglishLadycast 38 - Adilah Anuar & Hsuan Yang - Sharing Local Stories Through a Design LensIn today's episode weâre going to meet Adilah Anuar and Hsuan Yang, both based in Singapore.
Adilah is a digital product designer with more than 10 years of experience designing and building websites. A reliable and easygoing person to work with, she has a good record of working in teams and independently. She's an avid reader and loves anything with Matcha. As one half of Kiasu Design Life, Adilah combines her storytelling skills and passion for design with her knack for speaking spontaneously.
Hsuan is a digital product designer focusing on product strategy and data-driven de...
2024-04-1030 min
Dream Power RadioAlly Dalsimer - It's Okay Not to Be Perfect Every DayOne of the traits of being a human is that we all make mistakes. Nobody is perfect. And yet, somehow, we often feel thereâs something wrong with us if we donât live the perfect lives we see depicted online and in the media. These often bring up feelings of worthlessness, inadequacity, loss of self-esteem and other negative emotions weâd rather not experience.   There are ways to deal with these feelings that can lead to positive change. We discuss these with author Ally Dalsimer, whose book Itâs Okay Not to Be Fabulous Every Day addresses these issue...
2024-02-1129 min
Before Coffee: The Comprehensive News of Planet Earth 2024January 12, 2024 | Gay marriage and the urge to DigGreece legalizes Gay marriage, Obamacare surge, The Masculine urge to Dig, The case of the missing snow, Gen Z listens to non-English tunes.
Welcome to the random show with even more random topics! Rog and Ally share the news they find on their internet feed and talk about it.
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2024-02-0151 min
"Literacy Leadership" The Learning Ally PodcastLiteracy Change-makers: Embrace Change & Implement with PurposeIn this insightful episode, we dive deep into the journey of literacy transformation with Dr. Robert Sahli, Assistant Superintendent in Lodi Unified School District, California. The discussion covers a range of topics like the importance of phonemic awareness and phonics, the impact of coaching and continuous professional development, and the importance of early interventions and systematic instructions. Dr. Sahli also talks about the challenges of the pandemic and how it impacted the education system and how he navigated through it by using technology and virtual training for teachers. There are also discussions about the importance of English Language learner...
2023-12-1954 min
Rap It OutPhil The Void, Covers Empty Space With Dark Light & VilePhil The Void is a Brazilian musician born in SĂŁo Paulo in 1997. They have been in bands since they were 12 years old, playing bass guitar, drums, and vocals. They created Phil The Void in 2018, but only released their first music in 2021. They held back for so long because they wanted to be sure about all aspects of their career, not just the music. They created a full character, not just wearing a "demonic" mask. The name, Phil The Void, is a wordplay that can be read as "feel the void" or "fill the void". This binary idealization of t...
2023-12-011h 10
The SmorgShow Podcast (Smorgasbord Radio)171. Turkey Talk Hotline with Chef Ally Chris is joined by his daughter, Ally for this special Thanksgiving episode! Ally returns to the studio for the first time in over a year. As a result, the show has a more cheerful tone, free from the conspiratorial bent that has come through on our more recent episodes, thanks to the contributions of our Chief Conspiracy Correspondent. For our main course, Chef Ally answers listener emails and questions received on the Turkey Talk Hotline about how to prepare the perfect turkey and how to avoid common disastrous Thanksgiving pitfalls. The...
2023-11-1946 min
The GameAre Spurs and Liverpool title contenders? And who is the most exciting young English player...Ally Rudd, Gregor Robertson and James Restall join Tom Clarke on Mondays edition of The Game.After reflecting on another one-sided Manchester derby they move on to who can win the title. Spurs fans are dreaming, and Ange is happy they areâŚbut can it last. And what of Liverpool, three off the top, getting better and with players returning to form. After the break a quick look at Calvert Lewinâs form and finally who is the most exciting ever young English player? Gazza, Rooney, Owen, Bellingham? Timel...
2023-10-301h 05
The Power ShiftHow to turn Career Failures into Career Gold - with Dr. Ally JaffeeIn this episode, we dive deep into a topic many of us shy away from: failure. Dr. Ally Jaffee, is a Co-founder of Nutritank, a nutritional education platform for healthcare professionals. We explore her own journey of overcoming setbacks starting from failing to get into medical school, and how embracing failure can be pivotal for growth.
Highlights:
[00:00:04] Dr. Abeyna Bubbers-Jones introduces Dr. Ally Jaffee and sets the tone for the conversation about embracing failures.
[00:01:43] Dr. Jaffee shares what drives her: Passion. Her mantra of 'work hard -> achieve passion' keeps her moving forward.
[00:03:18] Both doctors reflect...
2023-10-0826 min
Find Playlist of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessBlonde Identity: a fast-paced, hilarious road-trip rom-com, from New York Times bestselling author - Ally CarterListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Blonde Identity: a fast-paced, hilarious road-trip rom-com, from New York Times bestselling authorAuthor: Ally CarterNarrator: Andrew Eiden, Emily ElletFormat: UnabridgedLength: 9:00:28Language: EnglishRelease date: 08-10-2023Publisher: Pan MacmillanGenres: Romance, General, Contemporary, New AdultSummary:'A unique, delightful, hilarious, unputdownable romance' - Ali Hazelwood, bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis
'I can't remember the last time I had so much fun reading a book' â Stephanie Garber, bestselling author of...
2023-08-109h 00
Sierra Nevada AllyAlly Radio: Breaking down DCSD and a trip to Basque CountryThis week's Ally Radio is going international (sort of). But first, we start by going over the latest from the Douglas County School District with RocĂo HernĂĄndez, education reporter with the Nevada Independent, and we get a civics refresher on constitutional amendments with Dr. Sondra Cosgrove from the College of Southern Nevada.Then, we chat with recent UNR graduate, Racheal Reyes, about her experience as an English teaching assistant in the Basque Country of northern Spain.Ally Radio is a partnership between the Sierra Nevada Ally and KNVC Carson City Community Radio, which br...
2023-07-2828 min
The Limitless Nomads Podcast9. Living in Bali as a Nomad: Canggu or Uluwatu?Which part of Bali is better for digital nomads: Canggu or Uluwatu? In this episode, I compare the two digital nomad hotspots in terms of lifestyle, beaches, workspaces, traffic, the general feel - and even the monkeys!
If you are considering spending time in Bali or even moving there part- or full-time as a digital nomad, this episode will be very helpful to determine which might be best for you, as these two areas (other than Ubud which is inland) are where most of the nomad community lives and hangs out.
The order of the...
2023-01-2353 min
Thinking in English191. England vs France: An Historic Rivalry! (English Vocabulary Lesson)Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish
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On Saturday, 10th December, England will play France in the World Cup quarter final. The rivalry between England and France is one of the longest and most influential in Europe â it has led to wars, battles, arguments, and much more. Letâs discuss the history of French and English rela...
2022-12-0727 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#310 Learn The Basics Of English Grammar: How To Use Grammar To Speak English BetterIf your English is already intermediate, resuming your grammar studies may be the solution to take it to the next level. Learning (or reviewing) the basics of English grammar will help you fix mistakes you might still be making at intermediate level so you can go on to have more advanced English and speak with more confidence. In today's episode, you will learn some tips on how you can use grammar as your ally so you can speak confident, fluent English. Â Show notes here. .......... Â We're super excited to...
2022-11-0731 min
Crypto With EnglishBe Her Ally NFT Art Collection - Featuring Machtild Brenholc, Founder đNFT Art and the NFT ecosystem have provided the type of platform to empower women and women of color across the globe.If the creation of art is among the highest of human expression, there is a wave of women entrepreneur artist and pioneers paving the wave of a a more inclusive, dynamic future.Watch, View and Enjoy one of our new episodes of Crypto With English featuring Machtild Brenholc - Founder of the Be Her Ally NFT Collection.Watch this episode on #twitterhttps://lnkd.in/gDQfQ3zk#nft #nfts #nftart #art...
2022-06-221h 06
Famous People You've Never Heard OfAlly Sloper's Half HolidayAlly Sloper's Half-Holiday was the name of a weekly comic strip which first appeared on 3 May 1884.  Before Superman, Spiderman, Desperate Dan and Dennis the Menace came Ally Sloper. From 1884 until the 1920s, the red-nosed social climber who poked fun at the English people and their customs was a household name and national favourite.Ally Sloper takes us into the realms of the first comic strip character whole Beano and Dandy. This comic strip started it all. Here is a man who became an institution, a national hero. People actually believed that he existed, they even...
2022-06-0440 min
Central America in MinutesSummit in Los Angeles Showcases Bidenâs Central America ProblemDays before the summit in Los Angeles, the U.S. is short on friends in the Northern Triangle. Giammattei, once Biden's ally of last resort, said he will not attend amid an open feud over the reelection of the corrupt attorney general. Honduran Xiomara Castro said she wouldnât attend without Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua. Only the provocateur Bukele remains silent.
2022-06-0209 min
Left To BurnThe Illusion of ChoiceBy Left To BurnA French topic has to have global significance to appear above the fold. Even then, itâs mostly European media that pay attention, not North American.Even though France has been in the midst of an intense election season the last few months, itâs mostly been second and third-page equivalent news.If thereâs been a big story, itâs been the presidential campaign of outspoken racist Eric Zemmour and his Identitarian politics. That is, until Ukraine.Mainstream media concerns began rising when incumbent President Emmanuel Macronâs...
2022-04-1318 min
Simple English News DailyWednesday 13th April 2022. World News. Today: Russia fake claims. Ukraine Putin ally. World Bank aid. British, US leaders meet. Greece gas eWorld News in 7 minutes. Wednesday 13th April 2022.Transcripts at send7.org/transcriptsToday: Russia fake claims. Ukraine Putin ally. World Bank aid. British, US leaders meet. Greece gas exploration. Spain murder sentence. British PM fined. Mali training. Uganda elephant. Pakistan policemen killed. India cable car crash. Taiwan war handbook. US ghost guns. New York shooting. Colombia animal rescue.Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.With Juliet MartinContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7SEND7 (Simple English...
2022-04-1207 min
Rap It OutNo One DMC, His Own LyricsOur next guest is a brazilian portuguese/english writer and rapper who's got a hidden talent for poetry, give it up for No One DMC! Today we talk lots about poetry, new music, experiences, and even do a little showcase for us all! If you into whats he putting down, be sure to check out more down below in links provided and hope you enjoy the show!
Links to music and socials:
https://www.instagram.com/no_onedmc
https://soundcloud.com/noonedmc
https://www.blogger.com/profile/00179530859425850237
https://www.t...
2022-04-121h 03
Cream and SugarEp. 21 - There and Snack Again, A Hobbitâs AleChai there! *Warning* This episode might make you a littleâŚHUNGRY! Come join us down in the Shire for National Tolkien Day while we explore the food and drinks of the movies and books. You can learn about some real and not real foods and beverages. Also, engage in a poll from buzzfeed (it's about PO-TAY-TOES!). Our listeners are never late, they simply listen to the episodes precisely when they are meant to!Â
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2022-03-271h 05Cream and SugarEp 10 Pt 2 - Can I Get a Refill? (Tea Parties Pt 2)Chai there! It's time to jump back in! Thanks to ~Mr. Jeffâs~ recipe, we finally tried our scones and tea and had our own little tea party! And then we find out that we did it wrong! We also learn about some etiquette! Join us as we dive back down the rabbit hole, ending up with the mad hatter instead!
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2021-10-0350 minCream and SugarEp 10 - Time to ParTEA! (Tea Parties)Chai There! Itâs our 10th episode! Do you know what that means?! ITâS TIME TO PARTY! Join us as we learn everything there is to know about tea parties! We cover everything from the tea to the food! Learn about some famous tea parties! We also welcome special guest ~Mr. Jeff~ as he teaches us how to make a special tea time treat!Â
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2021-09-2646 min
Ana Loving Life, On AirTime is your best ally (English)This time around I touch a bit on why time is your ally. Time can cure, can help you forget, will show peoples true colors, time will never stop, use it to your favor. Love life and enjoy it we don't know how much longer we have left. Let's use it wisely, be kind, be happy and hug your loved ones. Instagram: @Ana_Loving_Life Youtube: Ana Loving Life Website: www.AnaLovingLife.com Juices Instagram : @Loving_Life_HealthyJuices Juices Facebok: facebook.com/Jugos.Saludables.92 General Email: Podcast@Analovinglife.com
2021-09-1524 minRap It OutPamela Hopkins, The Woman That Got It AllLittle Rock, Arkansas native, Pamela Hopkins, is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Her first Nashville album of all original music was released in February 1995. She finally got back in the studio writing her second EP project that was released in 2018. Her next album, recorded in Franklin, TN at Off the Row Music Studio is her current project. She released her first single of 2020, Crankin up the Crazy, along with 3 other singles. She is starting her next round of single releases for 2021, starting with âLittle Things,â a country love song duet co-written with Matt Dame (featured) and Trafton Harvey. ⨠In October, 2013, she be...
2021-08-2142 min
Face Amassment of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessSavvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate - Jeannie GainsburgListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ AdvocateAuthor: Jeannie GainsburgNarrator: Shaina SummervilleFormat: UnabridgedLength: 5:55:44Language: EnglishRelease date: 06-29-2021Publisher: Tantor MediaGenres: Non-Fiction, Social ScienceSummary:The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate is an enjoyable, humorous, encouraging, easy to understand guidebook for being an ally to the LGBTQ+ communities. It is chock full of practical and useful tools for LGBTQ+ advocacy...
2021-06-295h 55Cream and SugarEp 2 - A Little Bit of a Grey Area - Earl Grey TeaTime to spill the tea! Join us as we introduce one of our favorite teas, Earl Grey, and the, uh, history, behind it! Learn about some of the health benefits, find out why there are NO CAPES, and read tea leaves. We made an Earl Grey according to Mr. Twinings himself and tried some âEarl Greyâ tea cookies. As a bonus we tried a traditional Chai Tea with our local chai âexpert,â the boy, Mike! Find out what kind of tea you are!Â
Send us your questions or just say hey:Â
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2021-05-231h 16
CampaignHerNo Place Like Dome *~*In Episode 35 of The CampaignHer Podcast, Ally discusses the one thing that defined her existence in her teens and twenties - Marching Band. Because everyone needs to understand the epic highs and lows of competition marching band. To share her passion with you/the world, Ally dramatically reads the semi-autobiographical epic written for her freshman English class about that 8-to-5 life, while sprinkling in some knowledge and BS along the way.Â
The CampaignHer podcast is designed to help you laugh through our challenges in life and admit to yourself the things you won't admit to the world s...
2021-05-131h 05
Road Trip TriviaBritish English Terms TriviaIn North America we call the storage at te back of a vehicle a TRUNK, the British English term is BOOT. Play along with ten more common British English terms and words.Send in your requests for Thursdays to ally@allylane.comTo order your own downloadable trivia games to host you own event  and donate to our fundraiser https://www.etsy.com/shop/eventpartygames/
2021-03-2304 minRap It OutTrust The TruscTry saying "Trust The Trusc" multiple times! Just kidding! Today we got an incredible musician, Trusc, An East London rapper who makes fast technical raps. While being on of the best english rapper I know, he speaks on musical history in rap, new projects in the making, and an awesome rap verse laid out before you. You can check out him on social media and his music I suggest you check him out:
https://soundcloud.com/trusc
https://twitter.com/_Trusc
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9S_OqOTKR6pbrC5Imbsc7A
2021-03-1634 min
Jeremy & Dr. Ally Butrous Radiant ThoughtsCosta Rica: Travel That Inspires with Jeremy & Dr. Ally ButrousCosta Rica a fun date for anyone ready for an adventure. We spent 4 perfect days by the rainforest, hot springs, and volcanic mountains! Even though the street signs were lacking, the sheer trill of the journey was not. We enjoyed epic downpours and some of the funnest aerial bridges. Pura Vida was plenty, in English it means âpure lifeâ!Â
2021-02-1823 min
A Russian & Soviet Movie Podcast with Ally PittsMorozko [AKA Frosty AKA Father Frost AKA Jack Frost...] (Alexander Rou; 1964)Carrie Pitts, Russian language & literature graduate, joins Ally Pitts to discuss this festive fairy tale adventure featuring winter wizard Ded Moroz and notorious witch Baba Yaga.
Listeners in the UK can buy Why the Bear Has No Tail: And other Russian Folk Tales, translated by Netta Peacock and The Story of Synko-Filipko and other Russian Folk Tales, (both Fontanka Press), translated by Dr Louise Hardiman via our affiliate links here and here. 10% of the sale will go towards covering the costs of running the show and you'll also be helping out independent bookshops! Visit our uk.bookshop.o...
2020-12-2744 min
Quran Garden - The Holy Quran Explained in Clear English (English Tafsir)Surah Al Imran: Family of Imran - Verse 28 - The Best AllyHow do you choose your Allies in this world? Do you look for an ally with military might? Or an ally with lots of money? Find the answer and much more in this week's Al Imran English Quran Tafsir.
2020-12-2500 minA Russian & Soviet Movie Podcast with Ally PittsBrief Encounters (Kira Muratova; 1967)Bianca Garner, film critic and editor and founder of In Their Own League, a website focusing on female filmmakers, joins Ally Pitts to discuss this 1960s romantic drama co-starring legendary Soviet bard Vladimir Vysotsky.
Listeners in the UK can buy Kira Muratova by Jane Taubman from Bloomsbury Books via our uk.bookshop.org affiliate link. 10% of the sale will go towards covering the costs of running the show and you'll also be helping out independent bookshops! Visit our uk.bookshop.org affiliate store here!
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2020-11-021h 25
Immerse Yourself In The Soul-Stirring Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!Watching the English by Kate FoxPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/45017to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Watching the English
Author: Kate Fox
Narrator: Joan Walker
Format: mp3
Length: 21 hrs and 25 mins
Release date: 10-22-20
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 18 ratings
Genres: Anthropology
Publisher's Summary:
In this completely revised and updated edition of international best seller Watching the English, anthropologist Kate Fox takes a revealing look at the quirks, habits and foibles of the English people. Now with new survey data to add weight to her original fieldwork findings, and more extensive field-research and experiments to back up earlier observations, Kate Fox has deciphered yet more...
2020-10-229h 25
POETS UNLIMITED - Alta H Mabinwww.altahmabin.co.zaAlta H Mabin talks to the amazing writer Bill Cushing from CaliforniaBill Cushing lived in several states, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico before moving to California. As an undergraduate, he was referred to as the âblue-collarâ writer based on his previous years working at shipyards. He earned an MFA from Goddard College. Bill has been published internationally in journals, sites, and anthologies. Bill facilitates a writing workshop for 9 Bridges Writers Community and also collaborates with a musician in a project they named âNotes and Letters. " Recently retired after over 20 years teaching college English, his full-length collection, A Former Life, was released by Finishing Line Press. Music Speaks, an updated versio...
2020-05-1523 min
POETS UNLIMITED - Alta H Mabinwww.altahmabin.co.zaPoets Unlimited Magazine - with writer/poet Oshin Haroon Gill
Oshin Haroon Gill
 "I am from Pakistan raised in the United Arab Emirates. My father is a mechanical engineer and my late mother was a Gospel preacher. I have two sisters, one brother, we are four in total and I am the one in the middle. I enjoy listening to music and writing poetry. I write about what I feel and what I see. I'm planning to study in a college of fine arts and do a master's in English literature like my mother. I'm a daydreamer, I fantasize my life through writing. I would...
2020-04-0613 min
EduMagic Podcast: Empowering Future EducatorsBe excited about teaching because your students are going to be excited if you are - featuring Ally Echard 45During this episode, I interview a future teacher and current student-teacher Ally Echard. Ally is a secondary English major with a theatre minor. She is student teaching this semester and couldn't be more excited to impact students in her new role. Ally shares about her teaching story and how teaching is a service. We are there to serve our students and I love this mindset that Ally shares.Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/show-your-passion-and-your-students-will-catch-onConnect with Dr. Sam Fecich Do you want to continue the conversation b...
2020-02-1115 min
Daily News - The SentinelDaily News
Former Chief Minister of Assam Tarun Gogoi on Tuesday expressed his condolence towards those who died due to police firing in the anti-CAA protests in the city. Speaking exclusively to THE SENTINEL DIGITAL, Gogoi said that the people of Assam have now started realizing that both BJP and its ally AGPâs are opportunistic political parties, therefore, there has been a mass movement against BJPâs authoritarian regime.
In a first, Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden and wildlife NGO Aaranyak successfully carried out hatching of two Greater Adjutant chicks, a member of stork family, commonly known as Hargila in Assa...
2020-01-0204 min
RCI | English : InterviewsIs it time for Canada to rethink policy regarding China?A long time strong proponent of Canada-China relations, has recently changed position.
Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, had almost four decades of service in the upper levels of Canadian government in science and technology policy and Chinese affairs. She is currently a Senior Fellow with the China Institute at the University of Alberta and Senior Fellow at the Institute of Science, Society and Policy, University of Ottawa.
She feels that China has evolved into a much different country under the current leadership than it was decades ago. She feels the country is lacking respect for international law and conventions. She has joined a ch...
2019-12-1000 min
English Learning for Curious Minds | A More Interesting Way To Learn English#2: The Places In The World Where Planes Can't Flyđ It's almost Christmas đ Christmas Gift Memberships: https://bit.ly/XmasGiftELFCMTake The 2025 "Christmas Quiz": https://bit.ly/ELFCMXmasQuiz2025---Ever wondered if there are places in the world where planes can't fly? From mountainous regions to hostile states, from theme parks to ancient temples, it's time to find out where planes can and can't fly.A time when Western aeroplanes couldn't go over all of Russia and ChinaHow countries use their airspace as a political toolWhy planes can't go over TibetWhy planes don't fly over Antarctica (hint, it's probably not why you think)Wh...
2019-12-0309 minRCI | English : InterviewsJustin Trudeauâs Liberals win, but with a minorityThe Canadian electorate has returned Justin Trudeau to power but he will need the support of another party or parties for his government to survive. To hold a majority in Canadaâs House of Commons, a party needs 170 seats, but the Liberals only obtained 157. The Conservative Party was disappointed to obtain 121 seats, in spite of the fact that they got marginally more of the popular vote.Â
This means the Liberals will have to get the support of either the New Democratic Party (NDP) which won 24 seats, or the Bloc QuĂŠbĂŠcois which won an extraordinary 32 seats and is a natio...
2019-10-2200 min
RadioWABMonica Lewinsky: A Riches to Rags Story?Ally & Imme analyze the media's portrayal of White House intern Monica Lewinsky.
2019-05-2416 min
Enjoy Anthology of Full Audiobooks in Kids, Animals & NatureCannabis and Spirituality: An Explorer's Guide to an Ancient Plant Spirit Ally - TbdListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Cannabis and Spirituality: An Explorer's Guide to an Ancient Plant Spirit AllyAuthor: TbdNarrator: Stephen GrayFormat: UnabridgedLength: 9:19:00Language: EnglishRelease date: 01-15-2019Publisher: Inner Traditions AudioGenres: Non-Fiction, Health & Wellness, Social Science, Naturopathy & New AgeSummary:A guide to the benefits and challenges of the use of cannabis in spiritual practice
⢠Includes chapters by 18 authoritative and influential voices of the modern cannabis movement, including Kathleen Harrison, Joan Bello, Hamilton So...
2019-01-159h 19
Plain EnglishLady Gaga was amazing in âA Star Is Bornâ | Learn English phrase âdown to earthâLady Gaga, the pop star better known for provocative lyrics and outlandish outfits, turned in a transformative performance as Ally, a waitress-turned-pop star in the fourth version of the classic Hollywood story âA Star Is Born.â Bradley Cooper plays Jackson Maine, an established rock star toward the end of his career, who discovers Ally in a drag bar after one of his own shows. The two fall in love as his career declines and hers takes off. Plus, learn the English phrase âdown to earth.â Read the full transcript of this episode at http://www.plainenglish.com/104 Â Â Â Â Â Transcripts a...
2018-11-1922 min