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Word Matters is a show for readers, writers, and anyone who's curious about the English language. Join Merriam-Webster editors as they challenge supposed grammar rules, reveal the surprising origins behind words, tackle common questions, and generally geek out about the beautiful nightmare that is our language.
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A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over
Hosted by Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.
Light-hearted conversation with callers from all over about new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, language change and varieties, as well as word histories, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more. Be a part of the show with author/journalist Martha Barnette and linguist/lexicographer Grant Barrett. Share your language thoughts, questions, and stories: https://waywordradio.org/contact or words@waywordradio.org. In the US 🇺🇸 and Ca ...
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📘 Immerse Yourself in the World of Books 💫 Welcome to our literary nook, where storytelling comes alive! 🔊 The ultimate destination for book lovers, ASMR fans, and imagination seekers. Join us as we narrate beloved classics, novels, and tales. Our talented voices transport you to extraordinary worlds with soothing whispers and gentle page-turning ASMR. 🌙 Enjoy English and Spanish prose as words dance off pages, inviting pure storytelling pleasure. 📚 Grab a cozy blanket, slip into a chair, an ...
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Prosecco N Prose is a monthly virtual book club. Literature is lit with entertaining English teachers Wendy and Amy as they dive deep while deconstructing prose and downing Prosecco. We talk all things book club and then some. We'd love feedback and always take into consideration requests.
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The Daily Poem offers one essential poem each weekday morning. From Shakespeare and John Donne to Robert Frost and Emily Dickinson, The Daily Poem curates a broad and generous audio anthology of the best poetry ever written, read-aloud by David Kern and an assortment of various contributors. Some lite commentary is included and the shorter poems are often read twice, as time permits. The Daily Poem is presented by Goldberry Studios. dailypoempod.substack.com
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We are the enlightened, the ultimate authority. The prophets who drink wine and spoil books you may or may not have read by answering 10th grade English style book club questions from the internet. Warning: may contain long rants. We’re all team Edward here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/book-cult--5718878/support.
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Daily devotional readings from the Book of Psalms. World English Bible audio files courtesy of audiotreasure.com.
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The Essential Reads podcast is a collection of classic audiobooks from your favourite authors such as Orson wells, Robert Lewis Stevenson, John Steinbeck, and many more, narrated by Isaac Birchall. Join Isaac on his journey to help get these books to the masses in an easy accessible way.Support the show and Join the Book Club https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-essential-reads/subscribe
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Daily devotional readings from the Book of Proverbs. World English Bible audio files courtesy of audiotreasure.com.
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A thoroughly human, often funny, glimpse into the lives and stories of successful writers. How they got there, what they've learned, and what you need to succeed.
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Hi! I'm Livigny (it reads 'Livini'). I'm from Brazil and I just create this podcast to me practice my English skills. Please help me and tell me if I make a mistake, I'll really appreciate it. Here, I'll talk about a little bit of everything. Come with me!
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One-hour weekly variety show featuring the best in Ukrainian cultural content presented in English - recipes, book reviews, current affairs, historical trivia, proverbs, interviews and plenty of great Ukrainian music! Support the show on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Words and Nerds Podcast is an entertaining and conversational podcast that aims to get inside a writer's mind. We discuss books, the social and political influences of a writer's work and how literature has the power to change the world. The podcast digs deep to bring you an in depth and sometimes humorous analysis of the author's book and its influences. Join us for a new way of looking at literature. Dani Vee your host, English teacher, podcaster, reader, book enthusiast and over-thinker. ...
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Simon (Stuck in a Book) and Rachel (Book Snob) debate the difficult decisions of books and reading.
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The Book of Mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the Bible. It is a record of God’s dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the Americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel.
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Weekly podcast, British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics, available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you find your podcasts. Meet famous and infamous characters, walk with playwrights and peasants, and wander through castles and cathedrals. New episodes every Wednesday. Have a question about British history, something you’ve always wanted to know? Just ask! Let’s explore history together.
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Thanks for listening and supporting the podcast! FREE short Bilingual English-Arabic podcasts, to help English speakers learn Arabic, and Arabic speakers learn English, playfully, on the go. Access over 243 longer podcasts: Become a Paid Subscriber (Cancel any time!): https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thouria-benferhat/subscribe Lessons? https://thouria-s-school.teachable.
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Best English class podcast! Cover art photo provided by Tobias van Schneider on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@vanschneider
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Home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare materials. Advancing knowledge and the arts. Discover it all at www.folger.edu. Shakespeare turns up in the most interesting places—not just literature and the stage, but science and social history as well. Our "Shakespeare Unlimited" podcast explores the fascinating and varied connections between Shakespeare, his works, and the world around us.
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From the Lighthouse is a literary podcast published out of the Department of English at Macquarie University. Your hosts Dr Stephanie Russo and Dr Michelle Hamadache love to talk about anything to do with books, from the latest bestsellers and prize-winners, film and television adaptations of books to bookish news. Join us as we chat all things literary. For more information visit the MQ English Department webpage at www.engl.mq.edu.au
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Two sassy English teachers discuss books, food, parenting, pop culture, and anything else that comes their way.
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We as students talk bout our current SSR books that we are reading in English class
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Podcast based on theme corruption from graphic novel V for vendetta
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Channel Description: Welcome to Book Café Podcast, where we interview your favorite authors about your favorite books. 🎧🗣🎙📚 Topics covered include: business, cricket, history, theology, and almost anything under the sun. Book Café Podcast is an English-language podcast based out of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Our Host: Book Café Podcast is hosted by Omar Nizam, an avid reader, book reviewer, Podcaster, and YouTuber. Omar works as a Sales Director & Entrepreneur in his day job. Twitter: @OmarNizam Ins ...
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The Book of Mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the Bible. It is a record of God’s dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the Americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Experience The Book of Mormon in audiobook format. This provides the ability to skip to your desired chapter, and bookmark where you left off, all within the same file.
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Jank podcast.
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Matt from Dream English shares tips for teaching young children English.
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Have you ever felt embarrassed at work because you couldn't remember the right English word or phrase? Imagine your boss asks you a question you can't answer, or gives you more work than you can do. What can you say to keep your boss happy - without looking unprofessional? You may be an expert at your job, but if you don't know the correct English phrase, you might hesitate or say the wrong thing. Uncle Sam's American Engish has everything you need to succeed in English and to make a great i ...
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Discover your next literary adventure with HCC English professors Kofi Adisa, Sylvia Lee, and Laura Yoo! Dive into thought-provoking discussions about books and get expert recommendations for your next captivating read. Fuel your imagination and expand your literary horizons with these insightful educators
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A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step...So Let's begin Together!
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Season One of ‘The Presidents & Prime Ministers brought to life all 55 of Britain's Prime Ministers through interviews with the authors of all 55 essays in Iain Dale’s book The Prime Ministers: Three Hundred Years of History. From the obscure 18th-century figures like the Earl of Shelburne and Henry Pelham to 20th-century titans like Churchill and Thatcher, these podcasts provide a much-needed reminder about their motivations, failures and achievements. Season Two, gives the same treatment t ...
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A podcast devoted to helping readers discover new mystery books. Hosted by USA Today bestselling mystery author Sara Rosett.
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This year marks 250 years of the study of English Literature at Edinburgh. As the world's oldest department of its kind, English Literature at Edinburgh has a long and illustrious history. The University is hosting a year of lectures, exhibitions and activities to celebrate this milestone.
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Want to improve your English skills? Our Intrepid English Teachers are ready to show you exactly what you need to learn to help you to achieve your English goals. Choose from our library of self-study lessons or book a one-to-one lesson with one of our English teachers and take the first step on your path to success in English.
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Welcome to "You, Me, and Words"! This podcast is for everyone learning English. We'll learn together, step by step. My name is Samra (Teacher Sam), I am located in Los Angeles, California and I'll be your English teacher. I know it's hard and sometimes scary to speak because we might make mistakes. But don't worry! I'm here with you in every episode. We'll make English easier for you with each listen. Let's break English barriers one episode at a time.
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Writing and Editing is a podcast that takes a whole-person approach to everything related to writing and editing. New episodes air on Thursdays. Each episode is approximately twenty-five minutes and will generally be a conversation with a guest who is an expert or practitioner in an editing- or writing-related field. All episodes are freely available in audio wherever you get podcasts. ◘ Host: Jennia D'Lima ◘
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On _This Film is Lit_ we finally settle the score on one simple question… Is the book really better than the movie? Bryan has a film degree. He watches the movie but doesn't read the book. Katie has two English degrees, so she does things the right way and reads the book before we watch the movie. Prepare to be wowed by our expertise and charm as we dissect all of your favorite film adaptations and decide whether the silver-screen or the written word did it better. Turn it up, settle in, and ...
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Become more fluent in English and life with inspiring English lessons based on the best non-fiction books and Ted Talks. Feel Good English is personal growth for English learners. Let's grow together! Get transcripts, extra lessons and connect with Kevin at www.feelgoodenglish.com
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An English podcast about opinions on 2 different books Cover art photo provided by Annie Spratt on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@anniespratt
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2 English Students. 1 Book We Both Hate. Let the anger commence!
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The Fluency Book Club makes learning English easy, and reading enjoyable! The audio is from www.youtube.com/c/foryourenglish. Also visit www.foryourenglish.com for more great stuff!
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1 The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from Yahweh. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes, but Yahweh weighs the motives. 3 Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed. 4 Yahweh has made everything for its own end— yes, even the wicked for the day of evil. 5 Everyone who is proud in heart i…
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 16, 2024 is: harry • \HAIR-ee\ • verb To harry someone or something is to harass or torment them by or as if by constant attack. // The visiting team harried the home team relentlessly during the first quarter. See the entry > Examples: “His side played like a team who understood the magnitude of a fixture…
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The Giver Chapter 8 Narrated by David Quijano Audiobook Join and enjoy our audiobooks!By David Quijano
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The Giver Chapter 10 Narrated by David Quijano Audiobook Join and enjoy our audiobooks!By David Quijano
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The Giver Chapter 7 Narrated by David Quijano Audiobook Join and enjoy our audiobooks!By David Quijano
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The Giver Chapter 9 Narrated by David Quijano Audiobook Join and enjoy our audiobooks!By David Quijano
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The Giver Chapter 6 Narrated by David Quijano Audiobook Join and enjoy our audiobooks!By David Quijano
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The Giver Chapter 5 Audiobook Narrated by David Quijano Join and enjoy our audiobooks!By David Quijano
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Here we are ready to embark on chapter number 3 of this phenomenal book called "the Giver" Please buy the book on Amazon so that you can follow the story. The link is below. https://www.amazon.com/Giver-Quartet-Lois-Lowry/dp/0544336267/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ILCAZLMQ2V79&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8f505ImBAcu77UJmdI7o1lUPqN1kRQfAcNOeg4gmVDw8Hrnu9Fem0H_2tMY8DQLOYxY…
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Today’s poem is a song from Ben Jonson’s final play, The Sad Shepherd (1641). Happy reading. Get full access to The Daily Poem Podcast at dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribeBy Sean Johnson
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📘 Avid Reader: Doc Jazz - The Palestinian Polymath | Episode 43 | Book Café Podcast
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In Episode 43 we speak to author, activist, musician, and surgeon DOC JAZZ, a veritable modern day polymath about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Support the Show.By Omar Nizam
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1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools gush out folly. 3 Yahweh's eyes are everywhere, keeping watch on the evil and the good. 4 A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but deceit in it crushes the spirit. 5 A fool despises his father's correction, but he …
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Goody Two-Shoes (Rebroadcast) - 15 July 2024
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She sells seashells by the seashore. Who is the she in this tongue twister? Some claim it’s the young Mary Anning, who went on to become a famous 19th-century British paleontologist. Dubious perhaps, but the story of her rise from seaside salesgirl to renowned scientist is fascinating. Also: countless English words were inspired by Greek and Roman …
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 15, 2024 is: limpid • \LIM-pid\ • adjective Limpid describes things that are perfectly transparent or clear, or that are simple in style. // Though the stream was deep, flecks and shimmers in the sand shone up through its limpid water. // The author is known for her limpid, exacting prose. See the entry > …
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Iain Dale talks to George Trefgarne about the short lived reign of one of the early Anglo Saxon monarchsBy Global
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Tea or Books? #129: Authors Who Wrote Too Much vs Not Enough and A Room of One’s Own vs A Bookshop of One’s Own
Virginia Woolf, Jane Cholmeley, and authors who wrote too much or not enough – welcome to episode 129! https://www.stuckinabook.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/tea-or-books-129.mp3 In the first half, we use a great topic suggestion by David – do we prefer authors who wrote too many books or those who didn’t write enough? And what do we mean by that?…
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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen chapter 28
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Send me a message. What do you think about the book/pod Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen chapter 28, narrated by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://www.patreon.com/theessentialreads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/join SUMMARY: Elizabeth fina…
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1 Every wise woman builds her house, but the foolish one tears it down with her own hands. 2 He who walks in his uprightness fears Yahweh, but he who is perverse in his ways despises him. 3 The fool's talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them. 4 Where no oxen are, the crib is clean, but much increase is by the strength of…
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 14, 2024 is: coterie • \KOH-tuh-ree\ • noun Coterie refers to an intimate and often exclusive group of people with a unifying common interest or purpose. // The mayor arrived at the meeting with a coterie of advisors. See the entry > Examples: "By day I was exposed to third-wave-feminist texts—lots of talk…
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Another all music program for your listening pleasure! • Ukrainian Proverb of the Week • Other items of interest • Great Ukrainian music! Your host: Pawlina. The Vancouver edition of Nash Holos airs Saturdays at 6pm PST on air at AM1320 CHMB and streaming live at the CHMB website. www.am1320.com. The Nanaimo edition airs Wednesdays at 11am PST on C…
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682. Les Zig and Dani Vee chat about YA novel This
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Les Zig and Dani Vee chat about YA novel This, anxiety, the 80s, mental health and writing screenplays and novels.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
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1 A wise son listens to his father's instruction, but a scoffer doesn't listen to rebuke. 2 By the fruit of his lips, a man enjoys good things, but the unfaithful crave violence. 3 He who guards his mouth guards his soul. One who opens wide his lips comes to ruin. 4 The soul of the sluggard desires, and has nothing, but the desire of the diligent s…
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 13, 2024 is: eclectic • \ih-KLEK-tik\ • adjective Something described as eclectic, such as a collection or a person's tastes, includes things taken from many different sources. // The collection includes an eclectic mix of historical artifacts. See the entry > Examples: “Known for its eclectic, internation…
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Amy Clampitt's "The Godfather Returns to Color TV"
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Just when you thought you were out, The Daily Poem pulls you back in–to poems about movies. Today’s charming and earnest poem imitates the medium it describes (film) by swapping memorable images and sensations for linear propositions. Happy reading. Amy Clampitt was born and raised in New Providence, Iowa. She studied first at Grinnell College in G…
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The Island of Dr Moreau by H. G. Wells chapter 21 "The Reversion of the Beast Folk"
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Send me a message. What do you think about the book/pod The Island of Dr Moreau by H. G. Wells chapter 21 "The Reversion of the Beast Folk," narrated by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://www.patreon.com/theessentialreads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96…
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681. TAKEOVER: Ber Carroll and Petronella McGovern - The Last Trace and One of Us Is Missing
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Takeover: BM Carroll and Petronella McGovern on family thrillersIn this episode, BM Carroll and Petronella McGovern discuss the elements that make up a great family thriller story and which parts are drawn from real life. They also chat about family dynamics, the inspiration for their books, and their writing friendship. BM Carroll’s thriller, One …
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1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. 2 A good man shall obtain favor from Yahweh, but he will condemn a man of wicked devices. 3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved. 4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenn…
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🐝 A Whiz-Bang Guide to 1920s Slang: Ch 25-27 of Murder at Archly Manor
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Suggest a book for the podcast or say hello! From "giggle water" to "the bee's knees," I explore the unique expressions that defined a generation in this episode. Hear how I incorporated this snazzy lingo into my High Society Lady Detective series, including Murder at Archly Manor. Discover the differences between American and British slang of the …
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 12, 2024 is: bilk • \BILK\ • verb Bilk is typically applied in contexts relating to fraud and deceit. It can mean "to cheat out of something valuable," or "to evade payment of or to," or "to obtain something by defrauding someone." // Prosecutors contend that the defendant bilked hundreds of investors out …
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Today’s poem–published in 1920–is one of the early intersections between poetry and cinema. Happy reading. Siegfried Sassoon (1886-1967) is best remembered for his angry and compassionate poems about World War I, which brought him public and critical acclaim. Avoiding the sentimentality and jingoism of many war poets, Sassoon wrote of the horror an…
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S2 E9. Date With A Debut with Gyan Yankovich and Nick Wasiliev on Just Friends
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Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.For the ninth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Gyan Yankovich, author of Just Friends: On the joy, influence and power of friendship. They discuss the book, how romantic relationships ar…
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Boys are in a crisis. They're "isolated, emotionally repressed, and adrift," says guest Ruth Whippman. The research bears her out. Boys are four times more likely than girls to commit suicide, three times more likely to be addicts, and they're dropping out of high school and not going to college at record rates. Whippman, a journalist, cultural cri…
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There is nothing like looking, if you want to find something. You certainly usually find something, if you look, but it is not always quite the something you were after. It's The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, and This Film is Lit. Let Me Sum Up Better in the Book Better in the Movie The Movie Nailed It Lost in Adaptation Odds and Ends Final Verdic…
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1 A false balance is an abomination to Yahweh, but accurate weights are his delight. 2 When pride comes, then comes shame, but with humility comes wisdom. 3 The integrity of the upright shall guide them, but the perverseness of the treacherous shall destroy them. 4 Riches don't profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death. 5 Th…
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 11, 2024 is: fountainhead • \FOUN-tun-hed\ • noun Fountainhead is a word usually encountered in literary contexts that refers to the origin or source of something. // Ragtime, popularized by such performers as Scott Joplin and Eubie Blake, is considered one of the musical fountainheads of jazz. See the ent…
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Send us a Text Message. Author and Book Spy Ryan Steck discusses pacing, how it has evolved, and gives tips on how to set the best pace for your book. ▬ Check out Ryan on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09KQHNGHH Visit Ryan's websites: https://ryansteck.com/ https://therealbookspy.com/ryan-steck-the-author/ Find Ryan on socials: https…
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In today’s poem, written a century ago, cinema (and Charlie Chaplin) is already supplying metaphors for the work and experience of modern poets. Happy reading. Harold Hart Crane was born on July 21, 1899, in Garrettsville, Ohio, and began writing verse in his early teenage years. Though he never attended college, Crane read regularly on his own, di…
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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen chapter 27
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Send me a message. What do you think about the book/pod Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen chapter 27, narrated by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://www.patreon.com/theessentialreads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/join SUMMARY: January and Fe…
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1 The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes a glad father; but a foolish son brings grief to his mother. 2 Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivers from death. 3 Yahweh will not allow the soul of the righteous to go hungry, but he thrusts away the desire of the wicked. 4 He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand, but the …
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 10, 2024 is: ungainly • \un-GAYN-lee\ • adjective Ungainly usually describes someone or something moving in an awkward or clumsy way, or the awkward, clumsy movements themselves. It can also describe an object that is difficult to handle (especially because of being large or heavy), or someone or something…
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The Making of Shakespeare's Book with Dr Chris Laoutaris (ep 193)
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Without the First Folio, about half of Shakespeare's plays would probably be lost to us. Dr. Chris Laoutaris takes us through the creation of the First Folio, the book that preserved Shakespeare for all time. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword Courting th…
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174-The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo
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6 tattoos is way too many tattoos, according to a tattoo artist apparently. We are talking about The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larson and even though it is way too long it is still a wild murder mystery/financial crime mystery/Nazi family saga that you can hear all about. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podca…
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