Best Listening A1 Podcasts (2024)

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English Phrasal Verbs - Add Up 21:50

1h ago21:50

21:50

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1621Zc1mxqiTfGxSHgerZTTlCzNo7gOYh/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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When to use 'the' before a noun. Why rhymes help us remember. Opening a lime. 18:22

5d ago18:22

18:22

1008. We look at why you have to use "the" before some nouns and not others, and then we dive into the science behind why rhymes stick in our memory and how they can even influence our beliefs. The "articles before nouns" segment was written by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of t…

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24 – Curious George Drinks Wine (А1: Завтракать, Обедать, Ужинать) 10:41

1d ago10:41

10:41

Today we learn how to describe our typical day in Russian! *** If you like learning with mini-stories, welcome to my complete Russian language course – https://russian.fromzerotofluency.com/ My cultural course in English 'Understanding Russia' – https://russian.fromzerotofluency.com/courses/understanding-russia Join my free email course with lots o…

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English Listening - Talent 34:35

1d ago34:35

34:35

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18p87cUrxNJA3lXwaPu-Plm6Y5-feVE2n/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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English Phrasal Verbs - Act Up 23:25

4d ago23:25

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OXfjQXPdUrpese46ttPYm46LjVHLvTVS/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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Why singers lose their accents. Why the 'I before E' rule is weird. 18:29

12d ago18:29

18:29

1007. Why do Adele and Susan Boyle sound American when they sing? We have answers. Plus, with all the talk about "weird" lately, we think it's time to examine the old "I before E except after C" rule that has so many exceptions it's hardly a rule at all — until you add W for "weird." The singing segment is written by Susan K. Herman, a former multi…

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Episode 403: Episode 392 - Why is there water coming into my basement after a water line upgrade? 3:48

8d ago3:48

3:48

Why would water start pouring into your basement after a water line upgrade? Did the plumber screw up or could it be something else entirely? The Crack Daddy explains what it could be and how A1 Foundation Crack Repair fixes problems like these.

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English Listening - Inspirational Quotes 33:50

8d ago33:50

33:50

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14BVwPpdEixRdH3mdBqSQMuv3F-OdD2x7/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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English Phrasal Verbs - Abide By, Account For 20:41

11d ago20:41

20:41

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/usconversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IWoM5Y8Q0igK2HCgCSuBeKZROXc3L9Pn/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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Why 'I' takes plural verbs. Making names that end in S, like Harris and Biles, possessive. Marinate. 14:40

19d ago14:40

14:40

1006. We look at why the pronoun "I" seems to take plural verbs, and then we talk about a grammar topic that's in the news: how to make names that end in S (like Harris and Biles) possessive. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on WhatsApp, Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simpleca…

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How to Learn Phrasal Verbs in English 31:01

15d ago31:01

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qpxQJYZBvNqmN4yl2kRrnnNFWBAOktoT/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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23 – Regina George Goes to School (A1: Accusative case) 8:53

19d ago8:53

8:53

Today we learn how to describe our typical day in Russian! *** If you like learning with mini-stories, welcome to my complete Russian language course – https://russian.fromzerotofluency.com/ My cultural course in English 'Understanding Russia' – https://russian.fromzerotofluency.com/courses/understanding-russia Join my free email course with lots o…

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Episode 402: Episode 391 - Is there a DIY fix for my stone foundation? 4:24

21d ago4:24

4:24

Stone foundations are often found in old homes and when things age, they often need repair. Is there a low-cost fix for most stone foundations issues? Adam discusses the issue.

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English Listening - The Golden Rule 31:54

21d ago31:54

31:54

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p2MRWWc1iWp0aQeUvdWtKzpfqWNzCq46/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices…

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A brief history of English (aka when they spoke French in England). Killer death meat. 19:21

26d ago19:21

19:21

1005. You asked, so I have a brief history of English from invading Germanic tribes to the Modern English era. We talk about Vikings, the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, the Tyndale Bible, the printing press, and more. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://gr…

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Episode #77 - 16 Personality Types 7:54

22d ago7:54

7:54

こんにちは！今日(きょう)はMBTI診断(しんだん) について話(はな)します。 Usage of Slow Japanese: STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing the scripts. STEP 2. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mochifika.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", and listen again to the episode while seeing the list. STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understand…

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Your Windscreen and Autonomous Emergency Braking Systems 5:16

25d ago5:16

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Discover how advanced windscreen and autonomous emergency braking systems enhance your driving safety. Learn about top-notch visibility features and automatic collision prevention technology to protect your drive. Stay informed, stay safe, and drive confidently. Visit: www.a1windscreens.com.au/blog/your-windscreen-and-autonomous-emergency-braking-s…

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The power of words: Conscious language, with Karen Yin 42:08

26d ago42:08

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1004. This week, Karen Yin, author of "The Conscious Style Guide," discusses the concept of conscious language and its importance in promoting equity and respect. We explore the differences between conscious language and political correctness, the evolution of the singular "they," and how to navigate language change. Karen also shares insights on a…

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How to write about zero. Are your emails accidentally rude? PAPST. 17:23

1M ago17:23

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1003. This week, we look at zero — what a weird number! It has two plurals, sometimes you use the word and sometimes you use the numeral, and it gave rise to a bunch of idioms in the World War II era. Then we turn our attention to email. Generational differences can lead to misunderstandings. We explain why and how to avoid them. | Edited transcrip…

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English Listening - My Language Learning Plan 35:00

28d ago35:00

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oK47gzBr3dX0xvYedqk83Ctn4nncs834/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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Salon Zdejmowania Klątw 7 | Curse Removal Salon | Story for Polish language learners B1+ 31:06

1M ago31:06

31:06

"Salon Zdejmowania Klątw" to historia Fryderyka, któremu w życiu niewiele się udaje. Pewnego dnia w jego Miasteczku pojawia się nowa usługa - zdejmowanie klątw. Kiedy Fryderyk widzi reklamę tego miejsca, zdaje sobie sprawę, że nie tylko na nim, ale na generacjach mężczyzn w jego rodzinie musi ciążyć klątwa. Nowe rozdziały historii będą publikowane …

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AI: Friend or foe? A conversation with Martha Brockenbrough 22:29

1M ago22:29

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1002. This week, Mignon talks with author Martha Brockenbrough about the good and bad sides of using artificial intelligence for writing and education, including ethical concerns about using AI-generated content, strategies for teaching writing in the age of AI, and the potential effects on teachers' jobs. Martha's new book, "Future Tense": https:/…

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The unspoken rules of adjectives. The rise of 'yeah-nah.' Sundies 17:43

1M ago17:43

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1001. This week, we explore the often-overlooked rules for ordering adjectives in English and when to use commas between them. Then, spurred by a recent shout-out at a Taylor Swift concert in Australia, we look at the rise of the phrase "yeah-nah" (and its American cousin "yeah-no"). | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.c…

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English Listening - Life in the Future 33:20

1M ago33:20

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TiT2ybDmoCYO1gCHCDZxh3gdqZLvCHDn/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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Grammar Girl at 1000: Words, wisdom, and a dash of whimsy 25:35

1M ago25:35

25:35

1000. In this special 1000th episode, I take the hot seat to answer your questions. Hear what made the first year of the podcast so wild, what I wish I had done differently, what mistakes I still make, how I still find fresh topics after all these years, and the title of my secret dream show (hint: it involves penguins!). It's a celebration of lang…

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English Listening - What Languages Have I Studied? 33:40

1M ago33:40

33:40

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gj8T4wShHwAkUCyUBj4-j5XK04aFcweX/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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The birth of American English. How to recognize a phrasal verb. Cucka-nucka. 19:06

1M ago19:06

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999. This week, we look at what shaped early American English, from Native American words to Noah Webster's spelling reforms. Then, we explore phrasal verbs, looking at their grammatical peculiarities and some tips to distinguish them from other types of verbs. The "American English" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguisti…

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Episode 401: Episode 390 - What happens if you let a basement wall crack go unrepaired for 40 years? 3:38

2M ago3:38

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In this episode, Adam shares an interesting story about a wall crack that went unrepaired for 40 years.

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Salon Zdejmowania Klątw 6 | Curse Removal Salon | Opowiadanie po polsku dla poziomów B1+ 43:04

2M ago43:04

43:04

"Salon Zdejmowania Klątw" to historia Fryderyka, któremu w życiu niewiele się udaje. Pewnego dnia w jego Miasteczku pojawia się nowa usługa - zdejmowanie klątw. Kiedy Fryderyk widzi reklamę tego miejsca, zdaje sobie sprawę, że nie tylko na nim, ale na generacjach mężczyzn w jego rodzinie musi ciążyć klątwa. Nowe rozdziały historii będą publikowane …

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Buying your hometown newspaper, with Samantha & Greg Enslen 46:13

2M ago46:13

46:13

998. This week, I talked with Samantha and Greg Enslen, who recently purchased their hometown newspaper, the "Tippecanoe Gazette" in Tipp City, Ohio. Sam and Greg shared how they are making it work, from updating antiquated systems to expanding news coverage and readership. We also discussed balancing print and digital content, the challenges of ad…

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English Listening - Funerals 31:39

2M ago31:39

31:39

Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZqnW6dmurRYSeOBnqIhBJNzZc4wpRHR-/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices…

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'Which' versus 'that.' Words for walking. Bottleadammit. 16:18

2M ago16:18

16:18

997. This week, I help you learn (and remember!) the difference between "which" and "that" with practical tips and examples about cupcakes. Then, we take a linguistic stroll through walking-related terms, including "perambulate," "sashay," and "traipse." The "words for walking" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publis…

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Episode 400: Episode 389 - What kinds of interesting things grow in basement wall cracks? 2:48

2M ago2:48

2:48

In our last podcast, Adam shared a story about ants pouring out of a basement wall crack. Creepy, right? What other kinds of things does A1 Foundation Crack Repair see growing out of old wall cracks? Adam shares a funny story from Dedham MA.

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Episode #76 - Mystic Festival 2024 15:51

2M ago15:51

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こんにちは！少(すこ)し遅(おそ)いですが今年(ことし)のMystic Festivalについて話(はな)します。 Usage of Slow Japanese: STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing the scripts. STEP 2. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mochifika.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", and listen again to the episode while seeing the list. STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in …

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The Hidden Stories of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart 39:41

2M ago39:41

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996. This week, you'll learn about the rich linguistic history of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart, an advisor to the Oxford Dictionary of African American English. We talked about what goes into making an entirely new dictionary and about some of the first entries, including "kitchen," "Aunt Hagar's Children," and "do rag." Find Dr…

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English Listening - In Memory of My Mom 33:13

2M ago33:13

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Um4jCCMNld8vKDycQcLko7jZEIZhR-fy/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices…

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The art of punctuation and the charm of 'kerfuffle.' Nicing. 18:18

2M ago18:18

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995. This week, we look at when to use parentheses, dashes, and commas and how the choice can change the tone of your writing. Then, we dive into the history of words for describing a big fuss — "kerfuffle," "hullabaloo," "hoopla," and more. The "big fuss" segment was written by Samantha Enslen, who runs Dragonfly Editorial. You can find her at Dra…

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Episode 399: Episode 388 - The creepiest wall crack repair job you’ll ever see 3:59

2M ago3:59

3:59

The wall crack repair business can be mundane at times, but all the years A1 Foundation Crack Repair has been in business, they’ve run into things that totally creeps them out. Check this story out!

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Exploring the Language of 'Dune': An Interview with Kevin J. Anderson and Scott Brick 44:42

2M ago44:42

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994. This week, I sat down with the prolific "Dune" author Kevin J. Anderson and the famed "Dune" narrator Scott Brick to explore the language challenges in the "Dune" series. Learn how Kevin and Scott navigated Frank Herbert's original vocabulary, stayed true to the cultural influences of the names and terms, and created an extensive pronunciation…

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English Listening - School Events 31:13

2M ago31:13

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations My Wife's Spanish Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V9hxLhvkzOhz6GGn3Zlfw Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q7-yRHWl-J0VzkOW6oPQ3DltnWDLBJ68/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices…

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The power of sign language in 'Dune.' The words we use for dad. Chee 16:42

2M ago16:42

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993. This week, we cover the strategic use of sign language by the Bene Gesserit in the 'Dune' movies, including its importance in covert communication. Then, we look at the many words for 'father' and their historical and linguistic significance, from early baby talk to more formal terms for adults. Dune sign language supercut video: https://youtu…

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The crossword craze — now and then — with Ben Zimmer 27:11

2M ago27:11

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992. What began as a simple word game in 1913 sparked a nationwide craze just a decade later, causing a moral panic and changing American publishing forever. This week, Ben Zimmer, a prolific crossword constructor and language commentator, takes us through the crossword puzzle's surprising early history and enduring legacy. He also explores the mod…

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English Listening - My Trip to Hawaii 33:02

2M ago33:02

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Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bdPDoruSmfYW5Ra86J3Jx4HieBm92XOm/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sonoro | Conner Pe

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From 'dog' to 'hot dog.' The 'audience of one' trick. More on the long S. Footbridge. 20:29

3M ago20:29

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991. This week, we trace the origin and meaning of the word "dog," from its mysterious beginning to its current use in phrases like "hot dog" and "hair of the dog." Then we go through the "audience of one" concept, which involves tailoring content to a single, imagined recipient; and we look at how this approach can make your writing more understan…

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Episode 398: Episode 387 - Why is my precast bulkhead leaking at the bottom of the stairs? 3:40

3M ago3:40

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We’re in the rainy season of Spring so the basement waterproofing industry business is picking up. In this episode, Adam explains why precast bulkheads leak and how you stop the water from coming in.

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Why is this a question? with Paul Anthony Jones 29:40

3M ago29:40

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990. Have you ever wondered why English doesn't have gender like Spanish and French? Which languages are the hardest to learn (and why)? And why a Q is always followed by a U? We have the answers to those questions and more this week from Paul Anthony Jones, author of "Why is this a question?" | Find Paul Anthony Jones at https://www.paulanthonyjon…

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