Podcast appearances and mentions of Autumn Leaves

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Jinhee's Thanksgiving: A Lesson in Teamwork and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-18-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 발라진 가을 색상의 길가에 있는 현대적인 교외 마을에서는 감사절이 다가오면서 모든 것이 바쁘게 돌아가고 있었다.En: In a modern suburban neighborhood adorned with autumn colors, everything was bustling as Thanksgiving approached.Ko: 진희는 인근 고등학교에 다니는 성실한 학생이다.En: Jinhee is a diligent student attending a nearby high school.Ko: 평소에는 늘 준비를 철저히 하지만 이번에는 여러 가지 책임으로 인해 걱정이 가득하다.En: Usually, she is always thoroughly prepared, but this time she is filled with worry due to the many responsibilities she has.Ko: 학교 프로젝트 발표가 얼마 남지 않았기 때문이다.En: It's because the school project presentation is not far off.Ko: 요즘 진희는 아르바이트와 가족 행사로 바쁘다.En: These days, Jinhee has been busy with her part-time job and family events.Ko: 감사절 준비도 해야 하니, 그녀는 시간을 나누기가 어렵다.En: Since she also has to prepare for Thanksgiving, she finds it hard to manage her time.Ko: 진희는 최상의 발표를 해서 꼭 높은 점수를 받고 싶지만, 준비할 시간이 부족하다.En: Jinhee wants to deliver the best presentation and receive a high score, but she lacks preparation time.Ko: 그녀의 그룹원들은 민호와 수진이다.En: Her group members are Minho and Sujin.Ko: 진희는 용기를 내어 그들에게 도움을 요청하기로 한다.En: Jinhee decides to muster the courage to ask them for help.Ko: "혹시 이번에 더 많은 준비를 도와줄 수 있을까?En: "Could you perhaps help more with the preparations this time?"Ko: " 진희는 민호와 수진에게 조심스레 말했다.En: Jinhee carefully asked Minho and Sujin.Ko: 기꺼이 두 사람은 도와주기로 했다.En: Willingly, both agreed to help.Ko: 민호는 발표 자료를 정리하고, 수진은 시각 자료를 준비했다.En: Minho organized the presentation materials, and Sujin prepared the visual aids.Ko: 진희는 이 모든 지원에 감사하며 발표 원고를 준비하는 데 집중하기로 했다.En: Grateful for all this support, Jinhee decided to focus on preparing the presentation script.Ko: 발표 당일, 교실은 학생들로 붐비고 있었다.En: On the day of the presentation, the classroom was crowded with students.Ko: 긴장감이 감도는 가운데, 차례가 다가왔다.En: Amidst the tense atmosphere, their turn was approaching.Ko: 하지만 갑자기 교실의 프로젝터가 작동하지 않았다.En: But suddenly, the classroom's projector malfunctioned.Ko: 모든 학생들이 당황했지만, 진희는 깊이 숨을 쉬고 전면에 나섰다.En: All the students were flustered, but Jinhee took a deep breath and stepped forward.Ko: "여러분, 프로젝터 문제로 계획이 바뀌었지만, 우리가 준비한 내용을 잘 들어주세요," 진희는 침착하게 말했다.En: "Everyone, due to the projector issue, our plan has changed, but please listen carefully to what we've prepared," Jinhee said calmly.Ko: 그녀는 민호와 수진의 도움을 받아 이야기를 설명했다.En: With the help of Minho and Sujin, she explained the story.Ko: 수진은 준비한 자료를 직접 보이며 설명했고, 민호는 필기한 내용을 칠판에 적어가며 내용을 도왔다.En: Sujin showed and explained the materials directly, and Minho helped by writing the notes on the board.Ko: 발표가 끝나자 선생님은 그룹에게 긍정적인 피드백을 주었다.En: After the presentation ended, the teacher gave positive feedback to the group.Ko: "너희는 좋은 협력과 유연성을 보여주었구나.En: "You demonstrated great cooperation and flexibility.Ko: 잘했다.En: Well done."Ko: "진희는 깊은 안도의 한숨을 쉬었다.En: Jinhee let out a deep sigh of relief.Ko: 이제 그녀는 혼자 모든 것을 책임지려 하기 보다는, 다른 사람의 도움을 받는 것이 얼마나 중요한지를 배웠다.En: She learned how important it is to receive help from others rather than trying to take on everything alone.Ko: 그녀는 민호와 수진에게 감사의 인사를 전했고, 그들은 함께 프로젝트의 성공을 축하했다.En: She expressed her gratitude to Minho and Sujin, and they celebrated the project's success together.Ko: 이렇게 가을 날의 발표는 끝이 났고, 진희는 교외 마을의 아름다운 단풍 사이로 학교를 떠났다.En: Thus, the autumn day's presentation came to an end, and Jinhee left the school through the beautiful autumn leaves of the suburban neighborhood.Ko: 그녀의 마음은 더 가볍고 따뜻했다.En: Her mind felt lighter and warmer.Ko: 감사절이 더욱 특별해진 순간이었다.En: It was a moment that made Thanksgiving even more special. Vocabulary Words:suburban: 교외adorned: 발라진diligent: 성실한thoroughly: 철저히responsibilities: 책임muster: 용기를 내다carefully: 조심스레willingly: 기꺼이organized: 정리하다visual aids: 시각 자료grateful: 감사하다script: 원고crowded: 붐비다tense atmosphere: 긴장감malfunctioned: 작동하지 않다flustered: 당황하다cooperation: 협력flexibility: 유연성relief: 안도gratitude: 감사의 인사celebrated: 축하했다beautiful: 아름다운leaves: 단풍special: 특별한presentation: 발표materials: 자료notes: 필기projector issue: 프로젝터 문제feedback: 피드백success: 성공

The beauty of autumn leaves changing colour has been captured by An Post, thanks to its new seasonal stamp issue. Changing Leaves features three native species: Silver Birch, Rowan and Hawthorn. Terry Flanagan met with botanical artist Yanny Petters, who created the leaf images, and An Post's Anna McHugh, to find out more...

Pat and Lisa talk about leaf piles, short men, nose whistles, humming, and smoking. Songs in this episode: “Jessica” The Allman Brothers Band (1973) “Autumn Leaves” Nat King Cole (1955) “Secret Agent Man” Johnny Rivers (1966) Dick Cheney obit (NBC News) “Secret Garden” Bruce Springsteen (1995) Clip from the motion …

A path winds on before you, running along the top of an ancient earthwork constructed over a 1000 years ago. To the west, the land falls away into a deep river valley, to the east, fertile farmland that this fortification once protected. Your feet crunch on this year's freshly fallen beech and hazel leaves while a wind blows up for the west, breaking over the dyke as an echo of an invading army. BBC Countryfile Magazine's Sound Escapes are a weekly audio postcard from the countryside to help you relax and transport you somewhere beautiful, wherever you happen to be. Recorded by Fergus Collins and introduced by Hannah Tribe. Email the Plodcast team – and send your sound recordings of the countryside – to: theplodcast@countryfile.com And just a reminder, the BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is a media partner for the Speakies! The British Audio Awards from The Bookseller Magazine. The awards celebrate the best in audio books and the Plodcast is the partner for the non-fiction category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: From City Life to Love Under the Autumn Leaves Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-11-12-23-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Свако јесење поподне у селу доносио је са собом шаренило боја и мирис печених јабука.En: Every autumn afternoon in the village brought with it a burst of colors and the aroma of baked apples.Sr: Са већином златних листова разбацаних по земљи и хладним поветарцем који је миловао лица мештана, добродошла је било каква прилика за дружење.En: With most of the golden leaves scattered on the ground and a cold breeze caressing the villagers' faces, any opportunity for socializing was welcome.Sr: Један од таквих догађаја био је традиционални вашар, место где се мириси локалних специјалитета и звуци народне музике мешају у хармонији која одјекује целом долином.En: One such event was the traditional vašar, a place where the scents of local specialties and the sounds of folk music blend into a harmony that echoes throughout the valley.Sr: На ивици вашара, поред неколико штандова са ракијом домаће израде, застао је Милош, повучени младић који је тек недавно напустио градски живот како би се вратио својим коренима.En: On the edge of the vašar, beside several stalls offering homemade rakija, stopped Miloš, a reserved young man who had recently left city life to return to his roots.Sr: Био је обузет топлим сећањима из детињства, када је и сам сањивао да једног дана буде део овакве живописне заједнице.En: He was filled with warm childhood memories, dreaming of one day being part of such a vibrant community.Sr: Јелена, девојка чији су смех и дух били познати широм села, приметила је Милошево несигурно понашање.En: Jelena, a girl whose laughter and spirit were known throughout the village, noticed Miloš's uncertain behavior.Sr: Водила је живот пуно авантура, и често је била душа сваке приредбе, али је у њеној сржи живела љубав према традицији свог села.En: She led a life full of adventures and was often the life of every event, but at her core, she nurtured a love for her village's traditions.Sr: Видевши Милошев интерес у ракији и осетивши његову искрену жељу да постане део заједнице, одлучила је да му приђе.En: Seeing Miloš's interest in rakija and sensing his sincere desire to become part of the community, she decided to approach him.Sr: "Здраво," рекла је весело, прилазећи му с осмехом.En: "Hello," she said cheerfully, approaching him with a smile.Sr: "Да ли си овде због дегустације?En: "Are you here for the tasting?"Sr: ""Да, јесте, али се осећам мало изгубљено," признао је Милош, благо се осмехнувши, иако је био помало нервозан.En: "Yes, I am, but I feel a bit lost," admitted Miloš, smiling slightly, even though he was somewhat nervous.Sr: "Не брини, све овде су наши," рекла је Јелена охрабрујуће.En: "Don't worry, everyone here is one of us," said Jelena encouragingly.Sr: "Показаћу ти најбоље што ово место нуди.En: "I'll show you the best this place has to offer."Sr: "Како су вече одмицало, Милош и Јелена су пробали разне врсте ракије, смејали се и разговарали о свему и свачему.En: As the evening progressed, Miloš and Jelena tried various types of rakija, laughed, and talked about everything and anything.Sr: Јелена је поделила приче о својим авантурама, а Милош је полако отворио своје срце, делећи са њом приче о животу у граду и разлозима повратка.En: Jelena shared stories of her adventures, and Miloš slowly opened his heart, sharing with her his life in the city and his reasons for returning.Sr: На врхунцу догађаја, док су се звуци кола разлегли, Јелена је повукла Милоша за руку.En: At the peak of the event, as the sounds of the kolo rang out, Jelena pulled Miloš by the hand.Sr: "Хајде," рекла је, "играћемо заједно.En: "Come on," she said, "we'll dance together."Sr: "Иако га је обузео страх, Милош је одлучио да се препусти.En: Although he was seized by fear, Miloš decided to go along.Sr: Ушао је у коло, и у том тренутку, као да је постао део живог таласа људи.En: He joined the kolo, and at that moment, it was as if he became part of a living wave of people.Sr: Јелена је водила, а Милош је, запањујући и самог себе, успео да ухвати ритам.En: Jelena led, and Miloš, astonishing even himself, managed to catch the rhythm.Sr: Његов такав корак и преданост одушевили су посматраче.En: His step and dedication delighted the spectators.Sr: Док су окретали кругове, Милош је осећао како ишчезава сваки траг његове старе стидљивости, као лишће које пада са грана.En: As they turned in circles, Miloš felt every trace of his old shyness disappear, like leaves falling from branches.Sr: Када је музика стала, Милош и Јелена стигли су даха узајамно се смејући.En: When the music stopped, Miloš and Jelena caught their breath, laughing together.Sr: Осећај повезаности био је неоспоран.En: The sense of connection was undeniable.Sr: "Знаш," проговорила је Јелена након плеса, "мислим да смо добар тим.En: "You know," Jelena spoke after the dance, "I think we're a good team."Sr: ""Да," сложио се Милош, осећајући нову искру наде у свом срцу.En: "Yes," agreed Miloš, feeling a new spark of hope in his heart.Sr: "Шта кажеш да наставимо да истражујемо заједно, можда на следећој манифестацији?En: "What do you say we continue exploring together, maybe at the next event?"Sr: "Смејући се и загледани једно у друго, сагласили су се.En: Laughing and gazing into each other's eyes, they agreed.Sr: Ветар је тада још јаче захватио популарно место забаве, али њена топлина била је стална држећи запетљане њихове судбине током наредног путовања у којем су заједно уживали богатства живота и свих традиција које су га чиниле вредним.En: The wind then swept through the popular place of entertainment even more, but its warmth remained constant, intertwining their fates for the upcoming journey in which they enjoyed the riches of life and all the traditions that made it worthwhile.Sr: Јесен је са собом донела нови почетак за Милоша и Јелену, обећавши више од једноставног учествовања у локалним догађајима.En: Autumn brought a new beginning for Miloš and Jelena, promising more than simply participating in local events.Sr: Обоје су стекли нове перспективе, делили стару изреку "кад се добар тим слаже, срећа им не недостаје.En: They both gained new perspectives, sharing an old saying, "When a good team agrees, happiness is never lacking." Vocabulary Words:autumn: јесењеafternoon: поподнеaroma: мирисbreeze: поветарацcaressing: миловаоgolden: златнихscattered: разбацанихvillagers: мештанаsocializing: дружењеtraditional: традиционалниspecialties: специјалитетаreserved: повучениchildhood: децињстваvibrant: живописнеnurtured: неговалаsincere: искренуencouragingly: охрабрујућеtasting: дегустацијеproceeded: одмицалоastonishing: запањујућиdedication: преданостspectators: посматрачеshyness: стидљивостиbreathed: стигли су дахаconnection: повезаностиspark: искраperspectives: перспективеexploring: истражујемоintertwining: запетљанеfates: судбине

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Autumn Adventures and Friendship: A Journey on Namiseom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-10-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 가을이 깊어가는 남이섬은 노랗고 붉은 단풍으로 천연 엽서처럼 아름다웠습니다.En: As autumn deepened, Namiseom was as beautiful as a natural postcard with its yellow and red foliage.Ko: 민서, 지수, 현우는 단풍 구경을 위해 그곳을 찾았습니다.En: Minseo, Jisoo, and Hyunwoo visited the island to see the fall leaves.Ko: 그날은 칠석이었고, 가을의 정취를 만끽하기에 완벽한 날이었습니다.En: It was Chilseok, a perfect day to enjoy the essence of autumn.Ko: 민서는 늘 일상에 지쳐 있었고, 무언가 새롭고 기억에 남을 만한 일을 바랐습니다.En: Minseo was always tired from the daily grind and longed for something new and memorable.Ko: 그녀는 친구들과 함께 이번 여행을 계획했지만, 그녀의 모험심은 종종 그들을 예상치 못한 상황으로 몰아넣곤 했습니다.En: She planned this trip with her friends, but her adventurous spirit often led them into unexpected situations.Ko: 지수는 실용적이고 조심스러웠습니다. 친구들의 안전을 늘 걱정했습니다.En: Jisoo was practical and cautious, always concerned about her friends' safety.Ko: 현우는 느긋하고 매력적이었지만, 가족에 대한 걱정을 친구들에게 털어놓기 어려워하던 중이었습니다.En: Hyunwoo, although laid-back and charming, found it hard to share his worries about his family with his friends.Ko: 남이섬의 단풍길을 걷던 중, 민서는 더 멋진 경치를 보겠다며 메인 길을 벗어났습니다.En: While walking along the foliage path of Namiseom, Minseo decided to stray off the main path to see a more stunning view.Ko: 지수는 걱정했지만, 민서를 따라나섰습니다.En: Although Jisoo was worried, she followed Minseo.Ko: 현우도 그들의 뒤를 따랐습니다.En: Hyunwoo also trailed after them.Ko: 시간은 흘러가고, 그들은 점점 더 길을 잃어버렸습니다.En: Time went by, and they gradually lost their way.Ko: 그들의 계획은 산산조각 나고 있었습니다.En: Their plan was falling apart.Ko: 시간이 흐르면서 해는 서서히 지기 시작했습니다.En: As time passed, the sun began to set slowly.Ko: 붉고 오렌지색의 빛이 단풍의 색을 더욱 짙게 물들이며 마법 같은 풍경을 연출했습니다.En: The red and orange hues added depth to the color of the leaves, creating a magical landscape.Ko: 길을 잃은 세 사람은 원래의 길로 돌아갈지, 새로운 경로로 나아갈지 결정해야 했습니다.En: Lost, the three had to decide whether to return to the original path or venture onto a new route.Ko: 민서는 친구들에게 미안했지만, 그들은 함께 할 수 있는 방법을 찾아야 한다고 생각했습니다.En: Although Minseo felt sorry, she thought they needed to find a way together.Ko: 결국, 멀리서 높은 신호탑을 발견하고, 그곳을 향해 가기로 했습니다.En: Eventually, they spotted a tall signal tower from afar and decided to head towards it.Ko: 그 신호탑은 그들이 안전한 길로 돌아가는 길잡이가 되어주었습니다.En: The signal tower guided them back onto a safe path.Ko: 그들의 마음 속 두려움과 걱정이 가라앉으면서 서로에 대한 신뢰와 사랑이 더욱 돈독해졌습니다.En: As their fears and worries subsided, their trust and love for each other grew stronger.Ko: 해질녘, 그들은 드디어 마지막 페리를 타고 섬을 떠날 수 있었습니다.En: At dusk, they finally managed to catch the last ferry to leave the island.Ko: 민서는 스스로의 자유를 소중히 여기게 되었고, 친구의 존재가 그들에게 얼마나 중요한지를 깨달았습니다.En: Minseo came to cherish her freedom, realizing how important her friends were.Ko: 지수는 언제나 현실적일 필요는 없다는 것을 이해했고 약간의 모험도 괜찮다는 생각을 하게 되었습니다.En: Jisoo understood that she didn't always need to be realistic and decided that a little adventure was okay.Ko: 현우는 이제 친구들에게 마음을 열기로 결심했습니다.En: Hyunwoo resolved to open his heart to his friends.Ko: 남이섬의 단풍처럼 그들의 우정도 아름다웠습니다.En: Like the autumn leaves of Namiseom, their friendship was beautiful.Ko: 더 진한 색으로 물들면서, 그들은 새로운 기억과 배움으로 가득 차 돌아올 수 있었습니다.En: Growing richer in color, they returned with new memories and lessons.Ko: 이곳의 가을을 함께한 소중한 추억은 오래도록 그들에게 남아있을 것입니다.En: The precious memories of sharing this autumn would remain with them for a long time. Vocabulary Words:deepened: 깊어가는foliage: 단풍postcard: 엽서essence: 정취grind: 일상memorable: 기억에 남을 만한adventurous: 모험심cautious: 조심스러운concerned: 걱정했습니다worried: 걱정을stray: 벗어났습니다stunning: 멋진trailed: 따라 나섰습니다gradually: 점점venture: 나아갈지spotted: 발견subsided: 가라앉으면서cherish: 소중히resolved: 결심했습니다venture: 모험도decided: 결정해야essence: 정취hues: 빛magical: 마법 같은signal tower: 신호탑guide: 길잡이trust: 신뢰dusk: 해질녘ferry: 페리subside: 가라앉으면서

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Autumn Leaves to New Beginnings: A Kyoto Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-07-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉の季節、京都の嵐山竹林は特別でした。En: In the season of autumn leaves, the Arashiyama bamboo grove in Kyoto was special.Ja: 高くそびえる竹の合間から見える空は澄み、風にそよぐ竹の音が静けさを感じさせます。En: The sky visible between the towering bamboo was clear, and the sound of the bamboo swaying in the wind evoked a sense of tranquility.Ja: 地面には赤や黄金の葉がうっすらと敷き詰められ、秋の祭りのために飾られた提灯が優しく輝いています。En: On the ground, red and golden leaves were thinly spread, and lanterns decorated for the autumn festival gently glowed.Ja: ハルとはカメラを手に、自然の美しさを収めるために竹林を歩いていました。En: Haruto was walking through the bamboo grove, camera in hand, to capture the beauty of nature.Ja: しかし、彼の心はどこか空虚。En: However, his heart felt somewhat empty.Ja: それを埋める何かを求めていました。En: He was searching for something to fill that void.Ja: 一方、アオイは花のインスピレーションを探して竹林を訪れていました。En: Meanwhile, Aoi visited the bamboo grove seeking inspiration from flowers.Ja: 花のアレンジメントの次のプロジェクトのために、新しい視点が必要だと感じていたのです。En: She felt she needed a new perspective for her next flower arrangement project.Ja: 祭りの賑やかさの中、ハルとはアオイを見かけました。En: Amid the festival's bustling atmosphere, Haruto spotted Aoi.Ja: 彼女がじっくりと紅葉を眺めている姿が印象的でした。En: Her figure, intently gazing at the autumn leaves, was striking.Ja: 彼は勇気を出して彼女に近づくことにしました。En: He gathered the courage to approach her.Ja: 「こんにちは。En: "Hello.Ja: 私はハルとと言います。En: My name is Haruto.Ja: あなたもこの美しい紅葉を見に来ましたか？En: Did you also come to see these beautiful autumn leaves?"Ja: 」アオイは彼のカメラを見て興味を持ちました。En: Aoi took an interest in his camera.Ja: 「こんにちは、私はアオイです。En: "Hello, I'm Aoi.Ja: はい、美しいですね。En: Yes, they're beautiful.Ja: 何か特別な写真を撮っていますか？En: Are you taking any special photos?"Ja: 」そうして二人は自然に会話を始め、竹林を一緒に散策することになりました。En: Thus, the two naturally began a conversation and decided to stroll through the bamboo grove together.Ja: ハルとはアオイの自然愛を感じ、彼女を背景にして完璧なショットを狙います。En: Haruto felt Aoi's love for nature and aimed for a perfect shot with her in the background.Ja: シャッターを押す瞬間、アオイはまるで紅葉そのもののように輝いていました。En: At the moment he pressed the shutter, Aoi seemed to shine just like the autumn leaves themselves.Ja: その瞬間、二人は共に強いインスピレーションと繋がりを感じました。En: At that moment, they both felt a strong inspiration and connection.Ja: 「一緒に何かを作りませんか？En: "Issho ni nanika o tsukurimasen ka?"Ja: 」と、ハルとは提案しました。En: Haruto proposed.Ja: 「写真と花のアートを組み合わせた作品を。En: "A piece that combines photography and floral art."Ja: 」アオイは笑顔で頷きました。En: Aoi nodded with a smile.Ja: 「ぜひ、やってみましょう。En: "Zehi, yattemimashou."Ja: 」二人は連絡先を交換し、プロジェクトの初めての一歩を踏み出しました。En: The two exchanged contact information and took the first step in their project.Ja: ハルとは孤独を超えた充実感と目的を見つけ、アオイは新たなインスピレーションと仲間を得ることができました。En: Haruto found fulfillment and purpose beyond loneliness, while Aoi gained new inspiration and a companion.Ja: 嵐山竹林の秋の祭りは、二人の新しい始まりとなったのです。En: The autumn festival at the Arashiyama bamboo grove marked a new beginning for them both. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 紅葉bamboo grove: 竹林towering: 高くそびえるtranquility: 静けさlanterns: 提灯festival: 祭りcapture: 収めるsomewhat: どこかvoid: 空虚arrangement: アレンジメントbustling: 賑やかさgazing: 眺めているstriking: 印象的courage: 勇気intently: じっくりとswaying: そよぐdecorated: 飾られたperspective: 視点shutter: シャッターinspiration: インスピレーションfloral: 花のproposal: 提案fulfillment: 充実感companionship: 仲間beginning: 始まりthinly spread: うっすらと敷き詰められevoked: 感じさせるgathered: 集めたstroll: 散策gently: 優しく

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Mystery Unveiled: A Balaton Adventure Under Autumn Leaves Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-11-05-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A fák lombjai tarkán pompáznak a Balaton partján.En: The trees' foliage is vividly resplendent along the shore of Balaton.Hu: Az őszi szél halkan suhint, ahogy Balázs az ösvényen sétál családjával.En: The autumn wind gently brushes by as Balázs walks along the path with his family.Hu: Eszter, az anyja, szorosan becsatolja kabátját, míg János, az apja, a távolba nézi a vizet.En: Eszter, his mother, tightly fastens her coat, while János, his father, gazes at the distant water.Hu: Minden olyan békés, mégis valami nyugtalanító lóg a levegőben.En: Everything is so peaceful, yet something unsettling lingers in the air.Hu: Nemrég eltűnt egy turista, és bár Balázs családja próbál nem foglalkozni vele, őt érdekli a dolog.En: A tourist disappeared recently, and although Balázs's family tries not to dwell on it, he is intrigued.Hu: Az eltűnt személy története mindenki figyelmét felkeltette, de az emberek azt mondják, hogy csak eltévedt.En: The story of the missing person has caught everyone's attention, but people say they simply got lost.Hu: A fiú azonban mást gondol.En: However, the boy thinks differently.Hu: Célja, hogy megoldja a rejtélyt és bizonyítson szüleinek.En: His goal is to solve the mystery and prove himself to his parents.Hu: „Anya, apa, hallottatok az eltűnt emberről?” kérdezi Balázs útközben.En: "Mom, Dad, did you hear about the missing person?" Balázs asks on the way.Hu: Eszter sóhajt egyet. „Ez csak pletyka, fiam. Élvezd a pihenést.”En: Eszter sighs. "It's just gossip, my son. Enjoy the break."Hu: János bólint. „Ne foglalkozz vele.”En: János nods. "Don't worry about it."Hu: De Balázs nem hagyja annyiban.En: But Balázs doesn't let it go.Hu: Összehúzza kabátja zipzárját és eldönti, hogy megszállottan nyomoz.En: He pulls up his coat's zipper and decides to obsessively investigate.Hu: Az első nyomot egy régi térképen látja.En: He sees the first clue on an old map.Hu: Egy elhagyatott öböl van jelölve, nem messze attól a helytől, ahol megszálltak.En: An abandoned bay is marked not far from where they are staying.Hu: Egy reggel, míg szülei aludtak, elindul a térképen jelzett helyre.En: One morning, while his parents are sleeping, he heads to the location indicated on the map.Hu: A falevelek susogása különös csendet vetít.En: The rustling of leaves casts an eerie silence.Hu: Amikor odaér, felfedez egy rejtett cove-ot.En: When he arrives, he discovers a hidden cove.Hu: Itt talál egy régi villa maradványait.En: Here he finds the remnants of an old villa.Hu: Az udvarban egy fénykép hever a nedves földön; az eltűnt turista van rajta, akit egy ismeretlen férfival fotóztak.En: In the yard, a photograph lies on the damp ground; the missing tourist is in it, pictured with an unknown man.Hu: Balázs visszafut a nyomokkal.En: Balázs runs back with the clues.Hu: Eszter és János meglepődnek, amikor előadja történetét.En: Eszter and János are surprised when he presents his story.Hu: „Nézzétek, itt a bizonyíték!”En: "Look, here is the evidence!"Hu: A világból visszatérve, bejelentik a felfedezést a helyi rendőrségen.En: Returning from the outer world, they report their discovery to the local police.Hu: Kiderül, hogy az eltűnt turistának kapcsolata van a villa egykori tulajdonosával.En: It turns out that the missing tourist is connected to the former owner of the villa.Hu: Balázs bátorsága és elszántsága révén teljesen megoldja az ügyet.En: Through Balázs' courage and determination, the case is completely resolved.Hu: Ettől kezdve Eszter és János másképp nézik fiukat.En: From that point on, Eszter and János see their son differently.Hu: Balázs bizonyította, hogy képes a legrejtettebb igazságokat is feltárni, ezzel növelve önbizalmát.En: Balázs proved that he can uncover the most hidden truths, boosting his self-confidence.Hu: Másnap a Balaton tükrösen nyugodt.En: The next day, Balaton is mirror-calm.Hu: Szülei büszkén néznek rá, ő pedig elégedetten emlékszik, hogy sosem adta fel.En: His parents look at him with pride, and he recollects with satisfaction that he never gave up.Hu: Az élet új színt kapott a parton, és ez az őszi szünet örökre emlékezetes maradt számukra.En: Life by the shore gained a new hue, and this autumn break remained forever memorable for them. Vocabulary Words:foliage: lombjairesplendent: pompáznakshore: partjángazes: néziunsettling: nyugtalanítódwelling: fogalkozniintrigued: érdekliobsessively: megszállottaninvestigate: nyomozabandoned: elhagyatottrustling: susogásaeerie: különösremnants: maradványaitdamp: nedvesevidence: bizonyítékresolved: megoldjadetermination: elszántságacourage: bátorságaconnected: kapcsolataowner: tulajdonosávalboosting: növelveself-confidence: önbizalmátmirror-calm: tükrösen nyugodtpride: büszkénhue: színtmemorable: emlékezetesmissing: eltűntmystery: rejtélytprove: bizonyítsontruths: igazságokat

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Serenity: Sakura's Journey Beyond Solitude Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-31-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉が広い山々に降り注ぐ秋の朝、桜は静かな村の旅館に到着しました。En: On an autumn morning when the momiji poured over the expansive mountains, Sakura arrived at a quiet village ryokan.Ja: 旅館は木々に囲まれていて、色鮮やかな葉が風に揺れていました。En: The ryokan was surrounded by trees, with vividly colored leaves swaying in the breeze.Ja: 市の喧騒から離れ、彼女は心の平穏を求めに来ました。En: Seeking an escape from the city's hustle and bustle, she came in search of peace of mind.Ja: 二日目の午後、桜は畳に座ってお茶を飲みながら静けさを楽しんでいました。En: On the afternoon of the second day, Sakura sat on the tatami, enjoying the tranquility while drinking tea.Ja: 旅館の外からは、カメラのシャッター音が聞こえてきました。En: From outside the ryokan, she heard the sound of a camera shutter.Ja: 気になって襖を開けてみると、若い男が写真を撮っていました。En: Curious, she opened the fusuma to find a young man taking photos.Ja: 「こんにちは」と男は微笑んで言いました。En: "Hello," the man said with a smile.Ja: 「僕は高志。ここで写真を撮っているんです。」En: "I'm Takashi. I'm taking photos here."Ja: 桜は頷きましたが、最初は少し戸惑っていました。En: Sakura nodded, though she was a bit bewildered at first.Ja: 彼女は一人でいる時間を楽しみたかったのです。En: She wanted to enjoy her time alone.Ja: しかし、高志の写真への情熱は彼女の興味を引きました。En: However, Takashi's passion for photography piqued her interest.Ja: 彼の目は冒険心にあふれていて、何か引き込まれるものがありました。En: There was something captivating about his adventurous spirit.Ja: その夜、静かな旅館の庭で、高志は星空を撮ろうとしていました。En: That night, in the quiet ryokan's garden, Takashi was trying to photograph the starry sky.Ja: 桜はふと彼のことを考え、思い切って彼に話しかけることにしました。En: Sakura found herself thinking about him and decided to speak to him.Ja: 「夜景の写真ですか？」桜は尋ねました。En: "Are you taking nightscape photos?" Sakura asked.Ja: 高志は振り返り、「そうです。夜の空には特別な美しさがありますよね」と答えました。En: Takashi turned around and replied, "Yes. There's a special beauty in the night sky, isn't there?"Ja: その後、二人は旅館の灯籠の明かりの下で、お茶を飲みながら話をしました。En: After that, under the light of the ryokan's lanterns, they talked over tea.Ja: 高志は各地を巡り、写真を撮ってきた経験を語りました。En: Takashi spoke of his experiences traveling and taking photos across different places.Ja: 一方、桜は自身の人生の話を少しだけ打ち明けました。En: Meanwhile, Sakura shared a little about her own life.Ja: 「写真って、瞬間を永遠にしますよね」と桜は感心しました。En: "Photos make a moment eternal, don't they?" Sakura remarked with admiration.Ja: 「そうですね。でも、瞬間は一瞬で過ぎ去るからこそ、美しいんです」と高志は答えました。En: "Indeed. But it's because the moments pass in an instant that they are beautiful," Takashi responded.Ja: その会話を通して、桜は自分がなぜここに来たのか、何を求めているのかを見つめ直すことができました。En: Through that conversation, Sakura was able to reassess why she had come here and what she was seeking.Ja: 孤独を重視しすぎずに、新しい視点を持つことの大切さを理解しました。En: She understood the importance of having a new perspective, rather than valuing solitude too much.Ja: 旅館を去る朝、桜は心が軽くなったように感じました。En: On the morning of her departure from the ryokan, Sakura felt as if her heart had become lighter.Ja: 彼女は高志にありがとうと伝え、「あなたのおかげで新しい視点が見つかりました」と言いました。En: She thanked Takashi and said, "Thanks to you, I've found a new perspective."Ja: 高志は笑顔で「さようなら、またいつかどこかで会えるといいですね」と言いました。En: Takashi smiled and said, "Goodbye, I hope we can meet again somewhere, sometime."Ja: 紅葉の道を歩きながら、桜は新しい自分に出会える期待に胸を膨らませていました。En: Walking along the path covered with momiji, Sakura was filled with anticipation of meeting a new self.Ja: 彼女の心にはもう一つ、夢へと続く道筋が見えていました。En: In her heart, she could now see another path leading to her dreams. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋expansive: 広いvividly: 色鮮やかbreeze: 風hustle and bustle: 喧騒tranquility: 静けさcurious: 気になってfusuma: 襖bewildered: 戸惑ってcaptivating: 引き込まれるadventurous: 冒険心nightscape: 夜景lanterns: 灯籠eternal: 永遠instant: 一瞬perspective: 視点solitude: 孤独departure: 去るanticipation: 期待journey: 旅inner peace: 心の平穏shutter: シャッターphotography: 写真adventurous: 冒険心bewilderment: 戸惑いstarry: 星空conversation: 会話reassess: 見つめ直すsolitude: 孤独gratitude: ありがとう

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Healing Teas and Autumn Leaves: Haru's Journey to Inner Peace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-31-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉が舞う秋の京都の茶屋で、青年ハルと彼の姉ユキ、そして静かな茶道の師匠、サクラの物語が始まります。En: In an Kyoto teahouse, where autumn leaves danced, the story begins with a young man named Haru, his sister Yuki, and their calm tea ceremony master, Sakura.Ja: 茶室は静寂に包まれ、窓の外には紅葉が美しく色づいていました。En: The tea room was enveloped in silence, and outside the window, the leaves were beautifully colored.Ja: 茶の香りが優しく漂い、まるで時が止まっているかのような空間です。En: The gentle aroma of tea floated in the air, creating a space as if time had stopped.Ja: ハルは伝統芸術に強い興味を持っていました。En: Haru had a strong interest in traditional arts.Ja: でも最近、彼はひどい偏頭痛に悩まされていました。En: However, recently, he had been suffering from terrible migraines.Ja: それは彼の情熱を試すかのように、茶道に集中することを困難にしていました。En: They made it difficult for him to concentrate on the way of tea, as if testing his passion.Ja: この日も茶会が始まる前から、頭の痛みがズキズキと響いていました。En: On this day too, even before the tea gathering began, his head throbbed painfully.Ja: ユキは心配そうにハルを見ていました。En: Yuki looked at her brother with concern.Ja: 「お兄ちゃん、お医者さんに行った方がいいんじゃない？」と彼女は言いました。En: "Big brother, shouldn't you go see a doctor?" she said.Ja: しかし、ハルは首を横に振ります。En: However, Haru shook his head.Ja: 「今日はどうしても参加したいんだ」と彼は答えました。En: "I really want to participate today," he replied.Ja: 茶道が始まりました。En: The tea ceremony began.Ja: サクラは優雅な動きで茶を点て、参加者たちは静かにその様子を見守ります。En: Sakura, with graceful movements, brewed the tea, and the participants quietly observed.Ja: けれどハルは頭痛がひどく、なかなか集中できませんでした。En: But Haru's headache was severe, making it hard to concentrate.Ja: このままでは大切な茶会を楽しむことができません。En: At this rate, he wouldn't be able to enjoy the important tea gathering.Ja: サクラはハルの様子を見て、彼が何か困っていることに気がつきました。En: Sakura noticed Haru's condition, sensing that something was troubling him.Ja: 彼女は優しく「どうしましたか？」と声をかけました。En: She gently asked, "What's the matter?"Ja: ハルは一瞬戸惑いましたが、正直に言うことにしました。En: Haru hesitated for a moment but decided to be honest.Ja: 実は偏頭痛がひどくて、集中できないんです。En: "Actually, my migraine is severe, and I can't concentrate," he admitted.Ja: その時、サクラは静かに茶会を中断しました。En: At that moment, Sakura quietly interrupted the tea gathering.Ja: そして彼女は「健康は最も大切です」と微笑み、特別なお茶を出しました。En: She smiled and said, "Health is most important," before bringing out a special tea.Ja: それは彼女が特製で作った、心を落ち着けるためのハーブティーでした。En: It was a herbal tea she had specially prepared to calm the mind.Ja: 「これを飲んで少し休んでください」とサクラ。En: "Please drink this and take a little rest," Sakura advised.Ja: ハルは感謝し、ハーブティーを一口飲みました。En: Haru expressed his gratitude and took a sip of the herbal tea.Ja: 温かいお茶が喉を通り過ぎると、不思議と頭痛が和らいだように感じました。En: As the warm tea passed down his throat, he surprisingly felt his headache ease.Ja: 茶会は再び始まり、ハルは心の中でサクラの優しさに感謝しました。En: The tea gathering resumed, and Haru internally thanked Sakura for her kindness.Ja: 彼は全員と共に、秋の風情を楽しみ、茶の味を堪能しました。En: Along with everyone, he enjoyed the autumn atmosphere and savored the taste of the tea.Ja: この経験を通じて、ハルは自分の限界を認めること、そして他人の助けを受け入れることの大切さを学びました。En: Through this experience, Haru learned the importance of recognizing his limits and accepting the help of others.Ja: 健康も心の強さの一部なのだと理解したのです。En: He understood that health is also part of mental strength.Ja: この日は、彼にとって大切な成長のステップとなりました。En: This day became an important step in his growth.Ja: 茶会の後、ユキは「お兄ちゃん、良かったね」と微笑んで言いました。En: After the tea gathering, Yuki smiled and said, "Big brother, things turned out well, didn't they?"Ja: ハルも微笑み返しました。En: Haru also smiled back.Ja: ありがとう、ユキ。そしてありがとう、サクラ先生」と彼は心から感謝しました。En: "Thank you, Yuki, and thank you, Sakura-sensei," he said with heartfelt gratitude.Ja: 茶屋の外では、月明かりの下で繊細な紅葉が風に揺れていました。En: Outside the teahouse, delicate autumn leaves swayed in the wind under the moonlight.Ja: 静かな夜、ハルの心は穏やかで一杯でした。En: In the quiet night, Haru's heart was filled with peace. Vocabulary Words:teahouse: 茶屋autumn: 秋enveloped: 包まれgentle: 優しくaroma: 香りthrobbed: ズキズキと響いていましたmigraine: 偏頭痛concentrate: 集中concern: 心配graceful: 優雅なparticipants: 参加者たちsevere: ひどくtroubling: 困っているinterrupted: 中断しましたherbal: ハーブcalm: 落ち着けるgratitude: 感謝sip: 一口飲みましたsavored: 堪能しましたimportance: 大切さlimits: 限界recognizing: 認めるaccepting: 受け入れるgrowth: 成長heartfelt: 心からdelicate: 繊細なswayed: 揺れていましたmoonlight: 月明かりquiet: 静かなpeace: 穏やか

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Autumn Leaves and Legacy: A Tale of Sibling Harmony in Amsterdam Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-25-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een frisse herfstmiddag in Amsterdam.En: It was a crisp autumn afternoon in Amsterdam.Nl: De bomen langs de grachten hadden hun groene jassen ingewisseld voor gouden en rode bladeren.En: The trees along the canals had exchanged their green coats for golden and red leaves.Nl: Sven en Mieke stonden buiten het Van Gogh Museum.En: Sven and Mieke stood outside the Van Gogh Museum.Nl: Ze keken naar de rij van toeristen die zich langzaam naar binnen bewoog.En: They looked at the line of tourists that slowly moved inside.Nl: Voor een moment vergaten ze waarom ze hier waren en keken samen omhoog naar de heldere, blauwe hemel.En: For a moment, they forgot why they were there and looked up together at the bright, blue sky.Nl: Binnen in het museum was het druk, maar toch hing er een gevoel van rust.En: Inside the museum, it was busy, yet there was a sense of calm.Nl: Ze dwaalden langs de schilderijen, ieder in hun eigen gedachten verzonken.En: They wandered past the paintings, each lost in their own thoughts.Nl: Sven voelde zich ongemakkelijk.En: Sven felt uncomfortable.Nl: Het was niet alleen de drukte, maar het idee dat ze vandaag de spullen van hun vader zouden verdelen.En: It wasn't just the crowd, but the idea that today they would be dividing their father's belongings.Nl: Mieke daarentegen zocht naar betekenis.En: Mieke, on the other hand, was searching for meaning.Nl: Ze wilde elk moment koesteren dat ze met hun vader had gedeeld.En: She wanted to cherish every moment they had shared with their father.Nl: "Hier," zei Mieke zachtjes, terwijl ze voor een schilderij van zonnebloemen stopte.En: "Here," said Mieke softly, as she stopped in front of a painting of sunflowers.Nl: "Papa hield van bloemen."En: "Dad loved flowers."Nl: Sven knikte kort.En: Sven nodded briefly.Nl: Hij voelde de druk om het praktisch aan te pakken.En: He felt the pressure to be practical about it.Nl: Ze moesten verder.En: They had to move on.Nl: Ze vonden een bank en gingen zitten.En: They found a bench and sat down.Nl: Mieke haalde een lijst tevoorschijn met spullen die verdeeld moesten worden.En: Mieke pulled out a list with items that needed to be divided.Nl: "Ik denk dat we dit samen kunnen doen," begon ze.En: "I think we can do this together," she began.Nl: "Het is wat papa zou willen."En: "It's what Dad would want."Nl: Sven zuchtte.En: Sven sighed.Nl: "Ik wil niet vastzitten in het verleden.En: "I don't want to be stuck in the past.Nl: Soms moet je gewoon verder."En: Sometimes you just have to move on."Nl: "Maar het verleden is ook belangrijk," wierp Mieke tegen.En: "But the past is also important," Mieke countered.Nl: "Het helpt ons begrijpen wie we zijn."En: "It helps us understand who we are."Nl: Hun stemmen werden wat luider, wat enkele omstanders deed opkijken.En: Their voices grew a little louder, drawing glances from a few bystanders.Nl: Mieke voelde de tranen opkomen, maar wilde geen scène maken.En: Mieke felt the tears welling up but didn't want to make a scene.Nl: Ze veegde snel haar ogen.En: She quickly wiped her eyes.Nl: Sven keek naar het schilderij.En: Sven looked at the painting.Nl: De dikke verfstreken leken te bewegen, rijk aan emotie en leven.En: The thick brushstrokes seemed to move, rich with emotion and life.Nl: Verstild zag hij de schoonheid die zijn zus altijd in deze momenten vond.En: Transfixed, he saw the beauty his sister always found in these moments.Nl: Hij besefte dat ze, ondanks hun verschillen, allebei hun vader op hun eigen manier eerden.En: He realized that despite their differences, they both honored their father in their own way.Nl: Na een stilte zei Sven: "Misschien... misschien kunnen we iets van beide meenemen.En: After a silence, Sven said, "Maybe... maybe we can take a bit of both.Nl: De praktische en de emotionele waarde."En: The practical and the emotional value."Nl: Mieke gaf hem een kleine glimlach.En: Mieke gave him a small smile.Nl: "Dat klinkt goed.En: "That sounds good.Nl: We doen het samen."En: We'll do it together."Nl: Langzaam begonnen ze de lijst door te nemen, pratend over herinneringen, maar ook wat zij als nuttig en waardevol zagen.En: Slowly, they began to go through the list, talking about memories, but also considering what they found useful and valuable.Nl: Terwijl ze daar zaten, naast de diepte van Van Gogh's meesterwerken, vonden ze hun eigen balans.En: As they sat there, alongside the depth of Van Gogh's masterpieces, they found their own balance.Nl: Buiten viel een lichte bries met bladeren op hun gezichten, en ze voelden een nieuw begin.En: Outside, a light breeze blew leaves onto their faces, and they felt a new beginning.Nl: Het was Halloween, een dag van herinnering en vernieuwing.En: It was Halloween, a day of remembrance and renewal.Nl: Sven en Mieke liepen samen naar buiten, het koude herfstweer tegemoet, ieder een stuk van hun vader meenemend, op hun eigen manier.En: Sven and Mieke walked outside together, facing the cold autumn weather, each carrying a piece of their father in their own way.Nl: Hun taak was nog niet voorbij, maar de muur tussen hen was dat wel.En: Their task was not yet over, but the wall between them was. Vocabulary Words:crisp: frisseautumn: herfstexchanged: ingewisseldcoats: jassencanals: grachtentourists: toeristencalm: rustwandered: dwaaldenbelongings: spullencherish: koesterensunflowers: zonnebloemenbystanders: omstandersbrushstrokes: verfstrekentransfixed: verstildbalance: balansbreeze: briestask: taakremembrance: herinneringrenewal: vernieuwingdividing: verdelenpractical: praktischemotional: emotionelevaluable: waardevolheaven: hemelpainter: schilderijenglance: opkijkenheldere: helderetension: drukscene: scènemeesterwerken: masterpieces

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Luca's Secret Quest: Discoveries Beneath Autumn Leaves Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-10-22-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore dell'autunno, mentre le foglie cadevano come pioggia dorata, Luca camminava deciso verso un edificio nascosto sotto terra.En: In the heart of autumn, while the leaves fell like golden rain, Luca walked determinedly toward a building hidden underground.It: Non era un laboratorio qualsiasi.En: It was not just any laboratory.It: Era un luogo segreto, pieno di misteri e giochi di ingegno.En: It was a secret place, full of mysteries and puzzles.It: Aveva bisogno di un ingrediente raro per il suo esperimento.En: He needed a rare ingredient for his experiment.It: Un ingrediente che avrebbe potuto cambiare tutto.En: An ingredient that could change everything.It: Sofia e Gianni, i suoi amici fidati, lo seguivano, preoccupati per la sua determinazione.En: Sofia and Gianni, his trusted friends, followed him, worried about his determination.It: "Luca, sei sicuro di voler entrare in quel posto?"En: "Luca, are you sure you want to enter that place?"It: chiese Sofia, mentre il vento autunnale soffiava freddo.En: asked Sofia, as the autumn wind blew cold.It: "Devo farlo," rispose Luca.En: "I have to," replied Luca.It: "Questo esperimento potrebbe svelare segreti custoditi da secoli."En: "This experiment could reveal secrets hidden for centuries."It: Il laboratorio era un dedalo di corridoi bui.En: The laboratory was a maze of dark corridors.It: Le pareti erano tappezzate di tomi antichi e strane macchine che ronzavano piano.En: The walls were lined with ancient tomes and strange machines that hummed quietly.It: La luce verde delle lampade creava giochi inquietanti di ombre.En: The green light from the lamps created unsettling play of shadows.It: Sembrava di essere in un altro mondo.En: It felt like being in another world.It: Per ottenere l'ingrediente, Luca doveva risolvere enigmi e superare trappole.En: To obtain the ingredient, Luca had to solve puzzles and overcome traps.It: Il tempo scorreva veloce.En: Time was running fast.It: Mancava solo una notte a Halloween.En: There was only one night left until Halloween.It: L'ultima notte per avere successo.En: The last night to succeed.It: Sofia e Gianni lo aiutarono come poterono.En: Sofia and Gianni helped him as best they could.It: Sofia, con il suo intuito, scovava indizi nascosti.En: Sofia, with her intuition, uncovered hidden clues.It: Gianni, con la sua forza, spostava ostacoli pesanti.En: Gianni, with his strength, moved heavy obstacles.It: Ma alla fine, doveva essere Luca a risolvere l'enigma finale.En: But in the end, it had to be Luca to solve the final puzzle.It: Con il cuore che batteva forte, Luca si trovò di fronte all'ultimo puzzle.En: With his heart pounding, Luca found himself facing the last puzzle.It: Era complicato, ma la sua mente aguzza trovò presto la soluzione.En: It was complicated, but his sharp mind soon found the solution.It: Davanti a lui apparve l'ingrediente raro, ma anche qualcosa di inaspettato: un'antica pergamena.En: Before him appeared the rare ingredient, but also something unexpected: an ancient parchment.It: Luca esitò.En: Luca hesitated.It: Prendere l'ingrediente o leggere la pergamena?En: Take the ingredient or read the parchment?It: Sentì un richiamo dentro di sé.En: He felt a calling within himself.It: La conoscenza non era solo nella fine, ma nel viaggio per ottenerla.En: Knowledge was not just in the end, but in the journey to obtain it.It: Prese l'ingrediente, ma lesse anche la pergamena.En: He took the ingredient, but also read the parchment.It: Parlava di un percorso, di comprensione e condivisione del sapere.En: It spoke of a journey, of understanding and sharing knowledge.It: In quel momento Luca capì.En: In that moment Luca understood.It: Nel corridoio ombroso, guardarono i simboli sacri sulla pergamena.En: In the shadowy corridor, they looked at the sacred symbols on the parchment.It: Un nuovo sguardo illuminava il volto di Luca.En: A new understanding illuminated Luca's face.It: "Ora capisco," disse piano.En: "Now I understand," he said softly.It: "La scoperta è il viaggio stesso.En: "The discovery is the journey itself.It: E non sono mai solo."En: And I am never alone."It: Con il rarefatto ingrediente in mano, tornarono all'aperto.En: With the rare ingredient in hand, they returned outside.It: Il vento autunnale sembrava più mite, e il cielo di Halloween era pieno di stelle luminose.En: The autumn wind seemed milder, and the Halloween sky was full of bright stars.It: Luca, Sofia e Gianni sorrisero tra di loro, pronti a condividere le nuove scoperte.En: Luca, Sofia, and Gianni smiled at one another, ready to share the new discoveries.It: La ricerca di Luca non era finita, ma aveva imparato che la vera scoperta era più grande di qualsiasi pozione.En: Luca's quest was not over, but he had learned that the true discovery was greater than any potion.It: E mentre le foglie autunnali continuavano a cadere, sapeva di non essere solo nell'infinito viaggio della conoscenza.En: And while the autumn leaves continued to fall, he knew he was not alone in the endless journey of knowledge. Vocabulary Words:the heart: il cuoreautumn: l'autunnoto walk: camminaredeterminedly: decisothe building: l'edificiounderground: sotto terrarare: rarothe ingredient: l'ingredientemystery: il misterothe puzzle: il gioco di ingegnothe friend: l'amicotrusted: fidatoto be worried: essere preoccupatothe determination: la determinazionethe secret: il segretohidden: nascostocentury: il secolothe maze: il dedalothe corridor: il corridoioancient: anticothe tome: il tomothe machine: la macchinato hum: ronzareunsettling: inquietantethe shadow: l'ombraanother world: un altro mondoto solve: risolverethe trap: la trappolato succeed: avere successothe intuition: l'intuito

Today we're talking about the weather, with a pair of conversations from “Weather Realness,” a sister podcast produced by Illinois Public Media. Trees across Illinois are turning yellow, orange, red, and other vibrant colors. We'll talk about why that happens, and hear about the coming fall frost.

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Autumn Leaves ist einer der bekanntesten, meist gecoverten Jazz-Standards überhaupt - und einer der meistgewünschten Songs bei Interpretationssache. Gerade deshalb war Rolands Job diesmal besonders schön – und gleichzeitig besonders schwer.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Autumn Leaves & Spooky Smiles: A Father's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-10-19-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Els carrers de Sant Feliu estaven plens de fulles de color taronja i vermell.En: The streets of Sant Feliu were full of orange and red leaves.Ca: Els porxos lluïen carabasses decorades amb somriures esgarrifosos.En: The porches displayed pumpkins decorated with spooky smiles.Ca: Era temporada de tardor i Halloween s'apropava.En: It was autumn season and Halloween was approaching.Ca: L'Adrià caminava cap a l'escola amb passes lentes.En: Adrià was walking to school with slow steps.Ca: Els pensaments li feien un nus al pit.En: His thoughts tied a knot in his chest.Ca: Maria, la seva filla, no ho estava passant bé a l'escola.En: Maria, his daughter, was not having a good time at school.Ca: El rendiment acadèmic havia baixat i ell volia entendre què passava.En: Her academic performance had declined, and he wanted to understand what was happening.Ca: Quan va arribar a l'escola, hi havia altres pares també esperant fora de la sala de reunions.En: When he arrived at the school, there were other parents also waiting outside the meeting room.Ca: Les fulles cruixien sota els seus peus i el vent fred li feia pessigolles a la cara.En: The leaves crunched under their feet and the cold wind tickled his face.Ca: La seva decisió de venir sol havia estat per deixar que Maria tingui una mica d'espai.En: His decision to come alone had been to give Maria a little space.Ca: No volia fer-la sentir pressionada.En: He did not want to make her feel pressured.Ca: En Pau, el professor de Maria, era conegut per ser directe.En: Pau, Maria's teacher, was known for being direct.Ca: Això inquietava l'Adrià.En: This made Adrià uneasy.Ca: "Bé, aquí anem", va pensar mentre Pau el convidava a entrar.En: "Well, here we go," he thought as Pau invited him in.Ca: La sala era petita però acollidora, amb decoracions de Halloween penjades a les parets.En: The room was small but cozy, with Halloween decorations hanging on the walls.Ca: "Gràcies per venir, Adrià", va començar en Pau amb un somriure.En: "Thank you for coming, Adrià," began Pau with a smile.Ca: "Maria és una noia molt intel·ligent, però sembla distreta darrerament".En: "Maria is a very intelligent girl, but she seems distracted lately."Ca: El cor d'Adrià es va enfonsar una mica.En: Adrià's heart sank a little.Ca: "Potser no se sent motivada", va afegir Pau, mirant-lo als ulls.En: "Maybe she's not feeling motivated," added Pau, looking him in the eyes.Ca: Adrià va escoltar atentament, anotant mentalment les paraules d'en Pau.En: Adrià listened carefully, mentally noting Pau's words.Ca: El professor va oferir algunes idees sobre com podrien treballar en conjunt per ajudar a Maria.En: The teacher offered some ideas on how they could work together to help Maria.Ca: Es va parlar d'activitats creatives que podrien fer a casa, més enllà dels deures típics.En: They talked about creative activities they could do at home, beyond the typical homework.Ca: Quan la reunió va acabar, Adrià va sortir amb una sensació d'alleujament i una nova perspectiva.En: When the meeting ended, Adrià left with a sense of relief and a new perspective.Ca: L'autocontrol i la paciència serien les seves eines.En: Self-control and patience would be his tools.Ca: Aquella nit, Adrià va parlar amb Maria.En: That night, Adrià spoke with Maria.Ca: Sense pressions, només mostrant-li interès genuí.En: Without pressure, just showing genuine interest.Ca: Van decidir fer projectes petits, com fer màquines senzilles a casa amb materials reciclats.En: They decided to do small projects, like making simple machines at home with recycled materials.Ca: Maria va somriure, emocionada amb la idea.En: Maria smiled, excited about the idea.Ca: En els dies següents, Adrià va veure que la passió per aprendre de Maria tornava poc a poc.En: In the following days, Adrià saw Maria's passion for learning gradually return.Ca: Comprenia millor els seus interessos i com podia ajudar-la sense infringir la seva llibertat.En: He better understood her interests and how he could help her without infringing on her freedom.Ca: Va aprendre que, de vegades, el millor que es pot fer és deixar espai per a l'expressió lliure.En: He learned that sometimes the best thing you can do is leave room for free expression.Ca: El sol que s'enfonsava darrere dels arbres del barri portava el final d'un altre dia, però també assenyalava un nou inici per a Adrià i Maria.En: The sun setting behind the neighborhood trees marked the end of another day, but it also signaled a new beginning for Adrià and Maria.Ca: Havien descobert una manera de comunicar-se millor, obrint-se a nous camins d'amor i comprensió.En: They had discovered a way to communicate better, opening up new paths of love and understanding.Ca: Les fulles que cruixien sota els seus peuets mentre caminaven juntament amb Maria de la mà eren un record d'aquest canvi suau però profund i colorit.En: The leaves crunching under their little feet as they walked hand in hand were a reminder of this gentle yet profound and colorful change. Vocabulary Words:streets: els carrersporches: els porxospumpkins: les carabassesspooky: esgarrifosossteps: les passesknot: el nusperformance: el rendimentmeeting room: la sala de reunionsleaves: les fullescold wind: el vent fredalone: soldecision: la decisiócozy: acollidorasmile: el somriureheart: el cordistracted: distretamotivated: motivadarelief: l'alleujamentpatience: la paciènciagenuine interest: l'interès genuíprojects: els projectesmachines: les màquinesrecycled: reciclatspassion: la passiófreedom: la llibertatexpression: l'expressiósunset: el sol que s'enfonsaneighborhood: el barribeginning: el començamenttrees: els arbres

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Autumn Leaves and Brotherhood: A Journey to Trust Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-10-17-07-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole autunnale filtrava attraverso le grandi finestre della stanza comune nel reparto psichiatrico di Milano.En: The autumn sun filtered through the large windows of the common room in the reparto psichiatrico of Milano.It: Foglie dorate danzavano nel vento fuori, un ricordo della stagione che cambiava.En: Golden leaves danced in the wind outside, a reminder of the changing season.It: Dentro, tutto era calmo, con colori tenui e luci soffuse.En: Inside, everything was calm, with soft colors and dim lighting.It: Giorgio camminava lentamente lungo il corridoio.En: Giorgio walked slowly down the corridor.It: Era venuto a trovare suo fratello più giovane, Luca.En: He had come to visit his younger brother, Luca.It: Giorgio era un fratello affettuoso, anche se un po' scettico.En: Giorgio was a caring brother, even if somewhat skeptical.It: Amava profondamente Luca e voleva che stesse meglio.En: He deeply loved Luca and wanted him to get better.It: Ma non era convinto che questi medici potessero davvero aiutare suo fratello.En: But he wasn't convinced that these doctors could really help his brother.It: Quando arrivò alla stanza di Luca, vide suo fratello seduto su una sedia vicino alla finestra, lo sguardo perso tra gli alberi.En: When he arrived at Luca's room, he saw his brother sitting on a chair near the window, his gaze lost among the trees.It: "Ciao, Luca," disse Giorgio con un sorriso caldo.En: "Ciao, Luca," said Giorgio with a warm smile.It: "Ciao, Giorgio," rispose Luca, alzando appena lo sguardo.En: "Ciao, Giorgio," Luca replied, barely lifting his gaze.It: Gli occhi di Luca erano stanchi, un riflesso della lotta interiore che combatteva ogni giorno.En: Luca's eyes were tired, a reflection of the inner struggle he fought every day.It: "Come ti senti oggi?"En: "How are you feeling today?"It: chiese Giorgio, sedendosi accanto a lui.En: Giorgio asked, sitting next to him.It: "Un po' meglio, credo," rispose Luca con un sospiro.En: "A little better, I think," Luca replied with a sigh.It: "Ma è difficile.En: "But it's hard.It: A volte non so se capiscono davvero quello che sento."En: Sometimes I don't know if they really understand what I feel."It: Giorgio annuì.En: Giorgio nodded.It: Anche lui si sentiva incerto.En: He, too, felt uncertain.It: Voleva sfidare i dottori, chiedere loro perché Luca non sembrava migliorare davvero.En: He wanted to challenge the doctors, ask them why Luca didn't seem to really be improving.It: Ma sapeva che doveva essere lì per suo fratello.En: But he knew he had to be there for his brother.It: "E tu, Giorgio?"En: "And you, Giorgio?"It: chiese Luca, la voce tremante.En: Luca asked, his voice trembling.It: "Cosa pensi veramente di tutto questo?"En: "What do you really think of all this?"It: Giorgio esitò.En: Giorgio hesitated.It: Non voleva ferire Luca, ma doveva essere onesto.En: He didn't want to hurt Luca, but he had to be honest.It: "Non lo so, Luca.En: "I don't know, Luca.It: Voglio solo che tu stia bene.En: I just want you to be well.It: A volte non sono sicuro che questo sia il posto giusto per te."En: Sometimes I'm not sure this is the right place for you."It: Le parole pesarono nell'aria, tra i silenzi e i respiri sospesi.En: The words hung in the air, between silences and suspended breaths.It: Luca si sentì ferito, ma anche sollevato.En: Luca felt hurt, but also relieved.It: Iniziò a parlare, rivelando a Giorgio la profondità della sua ansia e della sua depressione.En: He began to speak, revealing to Giorgio the depth of his anxiety and depression.It: "Mi sento perso, Giorgio.En: "I feel lost, Giorgio.It: Voglio solo capire cosa succede dentro di me.En: I just want to understand what's happening inside me.It: Voglio solo essere normale."En: I just want to be normal."It: Giorgio prese un respiro profondo.En: Giorgio took a deep breath.It: Sentì il dolore di suo fratello.En: He felt his brother's pain.It: Sentì la sua lotta.En: He felt his struggle.It: All'improvviso comprese che doveva fidarsi.En: Suddenly, he understood that he had to trust.It: "Luca, io sono qui per te.En: "Luca, I'm here for you.It: Mi fiderò di chi ti sta curando.En: I will trust those who are treating you.It: L'importante è che tu sappia che non sei solo."En: The important thing is for you to know that you're not alone."It: Luca abbassò la testa, poi la rialzò con una nuova luce nei suoi occhi.En: Luca lowered his head, then lifted it again with a new light in his eyes.It: "Grazie, Giorgio," sussurrò, commosso.En: "Thank you, Giorgio," he whispered, moved.It: Era un piccolo passo verso la speranza, verso la possibilità di una guarigione.En: It was a small step toward hope, toward the possibility of healing.It: Il vento autunnale continuava a soffiare tra le foglie, ma dentro il cuore dei due fratelli, c'era una rinnovata promessa di comprensione e di supporto.En: The autumn wind continued to blow through the leaves, but within the hearts of the two brothers, there was a renewed promise of understanding and support.It: Giorgio lasciò la clinica più aperto di mente e Luca, per la prima volta da tanto tempo, si sentì finalmente un po' più vicino alla serenità che cercava.En: Giorgio left the clinic more open-minded, and Luca, for the first time in a long time, finally felt a bit closer to the serenity he was seeking. Vocabulary Words:autumn: l'autunnowindow: la finestraleaves: le fogliecorridor: il corridoioskeptical: scetticodoctors: i medicigaze: lo sguardoreflection: il riflessostruggle: la lottacertain: certochallenge: la sfidaimproving: migliorarehurt: feritorelieved: sollevatoanxiety: l'ansiadepression: la depressionetrust: fidarsihealing: la guarigionewind: il ventopromise: la promessahope: la speranzaserenity: la serenitàclinic: la clinicacalm: calmolost: persobreath: il respiroinner: interiorepossibility: la possibilitàsupport: il supportounderstanding: la comprensione

This week on Jazz After Dinner, Joe features Guitarist Barney Kessel from a 1989 Heritage Records recording compilation titled “Autumn Leaves.”

Fluent Fiction - French: Amidst Autumn Leaves: Love and Dreams on the Champs-Élysées Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-10-13-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Sophie se tenait derrière le comptoir du café, le regard perdu dans la rue animée des Champs-Élysées.En: Sophie stood behind the counter at the café, her gaze lost in the bustling street of the Champs-Élysées.Fr: Les feuilles d'automne dansaient dans le vent, dorées et croustillantes, ajoutant un éclat particulier à ce jour ordinaire.En: The autumn leaves danced in the wind, golden and crisp, adding a particular shine to this ordinary day.Fr: Le café embaumait l'air de l'arôme des grains fraîchement moulus, créant une ambiance à la fois familière et réconfortante.En: The café filled the air with the aroma of freshly ground beans, creating an atmosphere both familiar and comforting.Fr: Luc entra, son sourire charismatique éclatant sur son visage.En: Luc entered, his charismatic smile lighting up his face.Fr: C'était son habitude quotidienne avant de commencer sa journée à Paris.En: It was his daily habit before starting his day in Paris.Fr: Sophie l'accueillait toujours avec un sourire, ses mains s'activant rapidement pour préparer son café préféré, un espresso bien corsé.En: Sophie always greeted him with a smile, her hands quickly moving to prepare his favorite café, a strong espresso.Fr: "Sophie, on doit parler," dit Luc doucement, ses yeux brillants d'une lueur inquiète.En: "Sophie, we need to talk," said Luc softly, his eyes shining with a worried glint.Fr: Sophie savait déjà ce qu'il voulait dire.En: Sophie already knew what he meant.Fr: Elle avait senti la distance grandir petit à petit, même si physiquement il était là, à quelques mètres d'elle.En: She had sensed the growing distance little by little, even though physically he was there, just a few meters from her.Fr: Luc venait d'apprendre qu'il avait une opportunité de travail excitante mais éloignée.En: Luc had just learned that he had an exciting but distant job opportunity.Fr: Il hésitait entre suivre cette voie et rester près de Sophie.En: He hesitated between following this path and staying near Sophie.Fr: Dans son esprit, Sophie aussi avait des rêves et des désirs.En: In his mind, Sophie also had dreams and desires.Fr: Elle voulait devenir artiste, mais la peur de perdre Luc l'empêchait de suivre son cœur.En: She wanted to become an artist, but the fear of losing Luc kept her from following her heart.Fr: Emilie, la meilleure amie de Sophie, entra dans le café, apportant une bouffée d'énergie.En: Émilie, Sophie's best friend, entered the café, bringing a burst of energy.Fr: Elle posa un regard attentif sur Sophie.En: She glanced attentively at Sophie.Fr: "Il est temps que tu décides ce que tu veux vraiment, ma chère.En: "It's time you decide what you really want, my dear.Fr: Ton art, tes rêves, tout cela compte autant que votre relation."En: Your art, your dreams, all of that counts as much as your relationship."Fr: Sophie hocha la tête, emplie de gratitude pour Emilie.En: Sophie nodded, filled with gratitude for Émilie.Fr: Elle prit une profonde inspiration et se tourna vers Luc.En: She took a deep breath and turned to Luc.Fr: "Je veux que tu sois heureux, Luc.En: "I want you to be happy, Luc.Fr: Mais j'ai aussi mes propres rêves à réaliser.En: But I also have my own dreams to achieve.Fr: Peut-on trouver une façon d'y arriver tous les deux ?"En: Can we find a way to make it work for both of us?"Fr: Luc resta silencieux un moment, pesant les mots de Sophie.En: Luc remained silent for a moment, weighing Sophie's words.Fr: Il prit sa main à travers le comptoir, cherchant dans son regard une résolution.En: He took her hand across the counter, searching her gaze for a resolution.Fr: "Nous pouvons.En: "We can.Fr: Je le veux vraiment.En: I really want that.Fr: Je suis prêt à faire des efforts, même à distance, si toi aussi tu es prête à poursuivre ce que tu aimes."En: I'm willing to make an effort, even from a distance, if you're also ready to pursue what you love."Fr: Leurs regards se croisèrent, un accord silencieux et profond se formant entre eux.En: Their eyes met, forming a silent and deep agreement between them.Fr: Ils se comprenaient et étaient prêts à tout explorer ensemble.En: They understood each other and were ready to explore everything together.Fr: Emilie sourit à côté, fière de sa meilleure amie.En: Émilie smiled beside them, proud of her best friend.Fr: Finalement, Sophie se sentait soulagée.En: Finally, Sophie felt relieved.Fr: Luc prendrait son travail mais ils garderaient leur lien fort et authentique.En: Luc would take his job, but they would maintain their strong and authentic bond.Fr: Sophie, de son côté, se permettrait enfin d'explorer sa créativité, d'embrasser son désir de peindre et d'exposer son art.En: Sophie, on her part, would finally allow herself to explore her creativity, to embrace her desire to paint and exhibit her art.Fr: Le crépitement des feuilles sous les pas des passants sur les Champs-Élysées semblait aussi être un écho de cette nouvelle aventure qui attendait Sophie et Luc.En: The crackle of the leaves beneath the footsteps of passersby on the Champs-Élysées also seemed to echo this new adventure awaiting Sophie and Luc.Fr: L'automne dansait autour d'eux, marquant le début d'un nouveau chapitre.En: The autumn danced around them, marking the beginning of a new chapter.Fr: Sophie avait trouvé la force dans ses choix, et Luc avait compris la vraie valeur de leurs rêves partagés.En: Sophie had found strength in her choices, and Luc had understood the true value of their shared dreams.Fr: Et ainsi, avec des cœurs pleins d'espoir et de courage, Sophie et Luc décidèrent d'affronter ensemble la distance et le temps, toujours soutenus par la chaleur d'un petit café sur l'avenue la plus célèbre de Paris.En: And so, with hearts full of hope and courage, Sophie and Luc decided to face the distance and time together, always supported by the warmth of a small café on the most famous avenue in Paris. Vocabulary Words:the counter: le comptoircrisp: croustillantesthe aroma: l'arômethe atmosphere: l'ambiancecharismatic: charismatiqueto greet: accueillirthe glint: la lueurthe job opportunity: l'opportunité de travailto hesitate: hésiterto achieve: réaliserthe gratitude: la gratitudeto weigh: peserthe bond: le liento maintain: garderto explore: explorerto embrace: embrasserauthentic: authentiquethe crackle: le crépitementpassersby: les passantsthe strength: la forceto support: soutenirto decide: déciderthe chapter: le chapitrethe path: la voiethe courage: le couragethe resolution: la résolutionthe gaze: le regardto face: affronterto burst: la boufféefamiliar: familier

In this episode of Mindful Mondays, Ashley explores the art of release for the neurodivergent mind through the wisdom of nature's changing seasons. Just as autumn trees shed their leaves, we too are invited to let go of relationships, routines, or identities that no longer serve us — not as a loss, but as a transformation.Through personal reflections, Buddhist teachings on impermanence (anicca), and gentle neuroscience, this episode reminds us that every ending carries the seed of renewal. Ashley also shares how “noticing what you're noticing” can reveal your mindset and bring you back to presence in even the messiest moments.The practice concludes with a deeply hypnotic guided meditation, The Forest of Release, where listeners are invited to walk through an autumn woodland, surrender old burdens, and reconnect with the grace of change.

Rafe has noticed that it is currently autumn and that means changing leaves and all that.  The discussion takes us through the miracle of changing seasons, chlorophyll and photosynthesis, French songs and English versions, life changes, loss, Momento Mori, and hope for Spring.(This show's bumper music is excerpts from Eva Cassidy's near-perfect rendition of Autumn Leaves from her CD Songbird.  This album is a must for any serious collector of standards of the American song book sung with unparalleled warmth and emotion.)*****As always, you can reach the Buf at bufnagle@bufnagle.com*****As you know, this is an independent podcast so your hosts also carry all the expenses of running this podcast. As such, some of you have asked how you can help out. Well, here's the answer: support us on Buy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/bufnagleOn this page, you can do a really nice thing like send us a couple dollars to help cover the cost of recording and hosting and microphones and research and all that. Any little bit really helps! Thank you in advance!!!

I'm tired today, and it's making me grumpy. I'm off to Poland tomorrow to watch the International Chopin Competition which is just so incredibly exciting! I can't wait to see the city and feel the energy around this celebration of Chopin's music, and I feel very lucky to have the opportunity to go.

It's officially fall, and that means crisp air, changing leaves, and music that captures the season's mood. In this episode, Marlene dives into the beautiful song Autumn Leaves by Ed Sheeran. She will talk about the inspiration behind the song, and she'll share her tips for playing this seasonal tune. You'll probably fall (pun intended!) in love with this song! Want to hear this song? Here's the official YouTube video for Autumn Leaves Start Your Free 7-day Yo-Guitar Video Library Trial! Join our Guitar Tips Community! Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Yo-Guitar Video Library Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!  Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book Thursday Tips blog Facebook    Instagram    X (Twitter)     YouTube     Thank you to our sponsor! GatorCo.com   Available on... @YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify  @spotifypodcasts  #fall #autumn #AutumnLeaves #EdSheeran #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast  Credits: Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson This podcast was made possible in part by: Gator Cases I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Love Blossoms Amidst Autumn Leaves in Tokyo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-01-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京の秋は特別です。En: Autumn in Tokyo is special.Ja: うえの公園の秋の葉は、赤、オレンジ、黄色に染まります。En: The autumn leaves in Ueno Park turn red, orange, and yellow.Ja: たくさんの人が公園に訪れ、紅葉を楽しみます。En: Many people visit the park to enjoy the autumn foliage.Ja: その中に、たかしとえみこもいました。En: Among them were Takashi and Emiko.Ja: たかしは大学生。En: Takashi is a university student.Ja: 恥ずかしがり屋です。En: He's a shy person.Ja: 彼は同じ大学のえみこが好きです。En: He likes Emiko, who is at the same university.Ja: えみこは元気で、自信があります。En: Emiko is lively and confident.Ja: たかしは自分に自信がありません。En: Takashi lacks confidence in himself.Ja: ひろしはたかしの友達で、彼を応援しています。En: Hiroshi is Takashi's friend and supports him.Ja: 「たかし、今日こそ頑張れよ」とひろしは言いました。En: "Come on, Takashi, give it your all today," Hiroshi said.Ja: うえの公園で、たかしとえみこは一緒に散歩します。En: In Ueno Park, Takashi and Emiko walk together.Ja: たかしの心はドキドキしています。En: Takashi's heart is pounding.Ja: 「この公園、本当にきれいだね」とえみこが言いました。En: "This park is really beautiful," Emiko said.Ja: 「うん、そうだね」とたかしは小さく答えました。En: "Yeah, it is," Takashi replied softly.Ja: 彼らは公園のベンチに座ります。En: They sit on a bench in the park.Ja: 周りには美しい紅葉が広がっています。En: Around them, the beautiful autumn leaves spread out.Ja: 静かで、心が落ち着く瞬間です。En: It's a quiet and calming moment.Ja: たかしの中で、何かが変わろうとしています。En: Inside Takashi, something is about to change.Ja: 「えみこ、話があるんだ」とたかしは言いました。En: "Emiko, I have something to tell you," Takashi said.Ja: 彼は緊張しながらえみこを見ました。En: He looked at Emiko nervously.Ja: 「実は、ずっと前から君が好きだったんだ。En: "Actually, I've liked you for a long time."Ja: 」えみこは少し驚いた表情を見せました。En: Emiko showed a slightly surprised expression.Ja: でも、すぐに優しく微笑みました。En: But then she softly smiled.Ja: 「たかしくん、私もずっとあなたに興味があったの。En: "Takashi-kun, I've been interested in you too for quite some time.Ja: うれしい。En: I'm happy."Ja: 」たかしの心は喜びでいっぱいになりました。En: Takashi's heart was filled with joy.Ja: 「本当？En: "Really?"Ja: 」彼は嬉しさをかくせませんでした。En: he couldn't hide his happiness.Ja: 「うん、これからも一緒に出かけようね」とえみこは言いました。En: "Yes, let's keep going out together from now on," Emiko said.Ja: たかしは深呼吸をしました。En: Takashi took a deep breath.Ja: 自分の気持ちを伝えて良かった。En: He was glad he expressed his feelings.Ja: 彼は今、もっと自信を持っています。En: He now has more confidence.Ja: 感情を素直に伝えることが、新しい始まりを作ることを知りました。En: He realized that being honest about his emotions can create a new beginning.Ja: その日、秋の風が心地よく、うえの公園には素敵な記憶が残りました。En: That day, the autumn wind was pleasant, leaving wonderful memories in Ueno Park.Ja: たかしとえみこは、また会うことを約束しました。En: Takashi and Emiko promised to meet again.Ja: 彼の心は、紅葉と同じように温かく色づいていました。En: His heart, like the autumn leaves, was warmly colored. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋leaves: 葉foliage: 紅葉university: 大学shy: 恥ずかしがり屋confident: 自信があるsupport: 応援するpounding: ドキドキするsit: 座るbench: ベンチspread: 広がるcalming: 心が落ち着くnervously: 緊張しながらexpression: 表情smiled: 微笑むjoy: 喜びexpressed: 伝えるemotions: 感情honest: 素直にbeginning: 始まりpleasant: 心地よいmemories: 記憶promised: 約束するrealized: 知りましたdeep breath: 深呼吸actually: 実はinterested: 興味があるseldom: 少しgently: 優しくcolored: 色づく

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: When Autumn Leaves Sparkle: A Reunion of Eternal Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-09-27-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉が淡く輝く秋の日、晴れた青空の下で、古い茶室は静かに佇んでいました。En: On an autumn day when the momiji glistened softly, the old chashitsu quietly stood under the clear blue sky.Ja: 木造の建物には、優しい光が差し込んでいました。En: Gentle light flooded into the wooden structure.Ja: 畳の上を歩く足音が心地よく響きます。En: The sound of footsteps resonated pleasantly on the tatami mats.Ja: 窓の外では、鮮やかなもみじの葉が庭を彩っていました。En: Outside the window, the vibrant momiji leaves adorned the garden.Ja: ハルとは、重い気持ちを抱えて茶室の中に入りました。En: Haruto entered the chashitsu with a heavy heart.Ja: 彼は長い間、仕事のストレスに悩まされていました。En: He had been troubled by work stress for a long time.Ja: しかし、今日は久しぶりに昔の友達、アキラとユミと再会する日です。En: However, today was the day to reunite with old friends, Akira and Yumi, whom he hadn't seen in a while.Ja: ハルとは少し緊張していましたが、同時に懐かしい気持ちでいっぱいでした。En: Haruto was a bit nervous, but at the same time filled with nostalgia.Ja: ユミが最初に現れました。En: Yumi was the first to appear.Ja: 彼女の笑顔は太陽のように明るく、ハルとの不安な心を和らげました。En: Her smile was as bright as the sun, easing Haruto's anxious heart.Ja: 「久しぶりだね、ハルと！En: "It's been a while, Haruto!Ja: 元気だった？En: How have you been?"Ja: 」と彼女は明るい声で言いました。En: she said in a cheerful voice.Ja: ハルとは微笑んで、「元気だよ」と答えましたが、その言葉の裏には多くのストレスがありました。En: Haruto smiled and replied, "I've been well," but behind those words lay a lot of stress.Ja: 少しすると、アキラが現れました。En: After a while, Akira appeared.Ja: 彼は落ち着いていて自信に満ちていました。En: He was calm and confident.Ja: 「やあ、皆久しぶり。En: "Hey, everyone, it's been a long time.Ja: 来てくれてありがとう」と言い、座りながら肩を落ち着けました。En: Thanks for coming," he said, sitting down and relaxing his shoulders.Ja: しばらくの間、3人は昔話を楽しんでいました。En: For a while, the three enjoyed reminiscing about old times.Ja: 学校での思い出や、共通の友達の話題で笑い合いました。En: They laughed over memories from school and talked about mutual friends.Ja: しかし、時間が経つにつれて、話は自然と今の生活へと移って行きました。En: However, as time passed, the conversation naturally shifted to their current lives.Ja: ハルとは、ふと真剣な表情に変わりました。En: Haruto suddenly adopted a serious expression.Ja: 「アキラ、君の仕事は順調かい？En: "Akira, is your work going well?"Ja: 」と問いかけました。En: he asked.Ja: アキラは小さく頷きました。En: Akira gave a small nod.Ja: 「まぁね。En: "Well, yes.Ja: でも、忙しすぎて友達と時間が取れなくてね」とどこか寂しげな笑顔を見せました。En: But I've been too busy to have much time for friends," he said with a somewhat lonely smile.Ja: ユミは少し黙って考えてから、「でも、そんな中でも、こうして会えて良かった」と微笑んで言いました。En: Yumi paused to think for a moment, then smiled and said, "Still, I'm glad we could meet like this."Ja: そして、少し気を許したように、「私は最近、友達と会う時間が減って少し心配なの」と告白しました。En: Then, as if slightly letting her guard down, she confessed, "Lately, I've had less time to meet friends, and I'm a little worried about it."Ja: ハルとは、その瞬間に心が軽くなるのを感じました。En: In that moment, Haruto felt his heart lighten.Ja: "僕たちは皆、似たような悩みを持っているんだ"と思いました。En: He realized, "We all have similar worries."Ja: ハルとは勇気を振り絞り、「実は僕も仕事で疲れ果ててたんだ。En: Gathering his courage, he admitted, "Actually, I've also been exhausted from work.Ja: でも、今日は皆と会えてよかった」と包み隠さず話しました。En: But I'm glad I could see you all today," speaking candidly.Ja: その言葉をきっかけに、三人は本音を語り合い始めました。En: Prompted by these words, the three began to speak openly with each other.Ja: それぞれの悩み、恐れ、そして友達を失うことへの不安。En: They shared their troubles, fears, and concerns about losing friends.Ja: 会話は感情的になり、時には言葉に詰まることもありました。En: The conversation became emotional, and at times words were hard to find.Ja: しかし、最後には深い安堵感が広がりました。En: However, in the end, a deep sense of relief spread among them.Ja: 「これからも互いに支え合おう」とアキラが言うと、三人は力強く頷き合いました。En: "Let's continue to support each other," Akira said, and the three nodded firmly to one another.Ja: 秋の美しい風景に包まれながら、ハルとは心に新しい光を感じました。En: Embraced by the beautiful autumn scenery, Haruto felt a new light in his heart.Ja: 友達は変わることがあっても、絆は永遠だと。En: Even if friends change, the bonds remain eternal.Ja: 彼は友との約束を胸に、もう一度生き生きとした笑顔を浮かべました。En: Holding onto the promise with his friends, he once again wore a vibrant smile.Ja: その日、紅葉に彩られた茶室は、人と人の大切な繋がりが再び育まれる場所となったのです。En: That day, the momiji-adorned chashitsu became a place where precious human connections were nurtured once again. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋glisten: 輝くchashitsu: 茶室flooded: 差し込んでいましたtatami mats: 畳resonated: 響きますvibrant: 鮮やかなadorned: 彩っていましたnostalgia: 懐かしい気持ちanxious: 不安なreminiscing: 昔話を楽しんでいましたserious expression: 真剣な表情admitted: 包み隠さず話しましたtroubles: 悩みemotional: 感情的relief: 安堵感embraced: 包まれながらvibrant: 生き生きとしたbonds: 絆eternal: 永遠precious: 大切なconnections: 繋がりsoftly: 淡くcalm: 落ち着いていてconfidence: 自信guard down: 気を許したgathering courage: 勇気を振り絞りspeak openly: 本音を語り合いconcerns: 不安nurtured: 育まれる

Saw the first red leaves of autumn this morning. A chilly one out there today. Talked about the usual stuff. Factorio, what I’m reading (Lost Souls, Noah Chinn), the Cat beta feedback, and how I might teach novel writing. Weird … Continue reading →

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Rekindling Family Ties Amid Kyoto's Autumn Leaves Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-09-25-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の伝統的な茶室で、静かなひと時が流れていた。En: In a traditional chashitsu in Kyoto, a quiet moment was unfolding.Ja: 秋の紅葉が、美しい赤や金色で彩られていた。En: The autumn leaves were beautifully adorned in vibrant reds and golden hues.Ja: 障子の向こう側には、色鮮やかな紅葉が優雅に舞っていた。En: Beyond the paper shoji screen, the colorful leaves danced gracefully.Ja: この日、茶室には三人の家族が集まっていた。En: On this day, three members of a family had gathered in the chashitsu.Ja: 侘しい秋のひととき、彼らは心を通わせようと試みていた。En: During a solitary autumn moment, they were attempting to connect with their hearts.Ja: Yukiは海外での生活を終え、久しぶりに京都に帰ってきた。En: Yuki had returned to Kyoto after finishing his life overseas.Ja: 彼は、家族と離れて過ごした年月を埋めるために再会を望んでいた。En: He desired a reunion to fill the years spent away from his family.Ja: しかし、家族伝統に対する違和感が、Yukiの心には残っていた。En: However, a sense of discomfort towards family traditions lingered in Yuki's heart.Ja: 畳の上に座り、抹茶の香りを吸い込むたびに、心は複雑な思いで揺れた。En: Sitting on the tatami mat and inhaling the scent of matcha, his heart was stirred with complex emotions.Ja: その迎えに座るHarutoは、長らく家族を支えてきた。En: Opposite him sat Haruto, who had long supported the family.Ja: 彼はYukiが去ったことに複雑な思いを抱いていた。En: He harbored mixed feelings about Yuki's departure.Ja: 家族を置いていったことへの腹立たしさが、心の中に染みついていた。En: The anger of having been left behind by the family had seeped into his heart.Ja: HarutoはYukiに冷たい視線を送りつつも、心のどこかで和解を願っていた。En: Despite sending Yuki a cold gaze, Haruto secretly longed for reconciliation.Ja: そして、その間に座っているのはAikoだった。En: Between them sat Aiko.Ja: 彼女は優しく、家族の調和を何よりも大切にしていた。En: She was gentle and valued family harmony above all else.Ja: 彼女の日の目的は、YukiとHarutoの間に立って、わだかまりを解くことだった。En: Her aim for the day was to stand between Yuki and Haruto and resolve the discord.Ja: Aikoは、二人が率直に気持ちを語り合えるように促した。En: Aiko encouraged them to express their feelings openly.Ja: 「抹茶をどうぞ。」En: "Please have some matcha."Ja: Aikoが微笑んで言った。En: Aiko said with a smile.Ja: Harutoは静かにカップを受け取り、Yukiは少し緊張した顔で謝罪を始めようとした。En: Haruto quietly accepted the cup, while Yuki, with a slightly tense face, began to apologize.Ja: 「Haruto、僕は...出て行ってしまってごめん。」En: "Haruto, I'm...sorry for leaving."Ja: Yukiの口から出た言葉は、少し震えていた。En: The words that came from Yuki's mouth trembled slightly.Ja: 彼は頭を下げ、彼の決断について説明し始めた。海外での生活がどれほど彼にとって大切だったのか、そして家族が恋しくて何度も帰ろうと思った気持ちを話した。En: He bowed his head and began to explain his decisions—the significance of his life abroad and how much he missed his family, feeling the urge to return many times.Ja: Harutoはその言葉に耳を傾けながら、手のカップを静かに置いた。En: Listening to these words, Haruto quietly placed the cup in his hand down.Ja: 彼の中の怒りは、少しずつ霧散していくのを感じ始めていた。En: He began to feel his anger dissipate, like mist.Ja: 「俺も、ずっとずっと家族を大切にしようと思っていたんだ。でも、Yuki、おまえがいなくて寂しかった。」En: "I, too, have always wanted to cherish the family. But, Yuki, I missed you."Ja: その言葉を聞いて、Yukiははっきりと感情をぶつけてきた兄の姿に、感謝の念を抱いた。En: Hearing those words, Yuki felt gratitude towards his brother, who clearly expressed his emotions.Ja: 彼らは互いの思いを紡いでいることを感じた。En: They felt that they were weaving their feelings together.Ja: 秋の紅葉は、茶室の外で色づいていた。En: Outside the chashitsu, the autumn leaves were turning colors.Ja: 静かな涙を抑えながら、彼らは立ち上がって抱き合った。En: Suppressing quiet tears, they stood up and embraced.Ja: 家族の絆が再び強く結ばれた瞬間だった。En: It was a moment when their family bonds were once again strongly tied.Ja: Aikoは優しく微笑みながら、その光景を見守っていた。En: Aiko watched the scene, smiling gently.Ja: 「これからはもっと頻繁に連絡を取ろう。」Harutoが言った。En: "Let's keep in touch more often from now on," Haruto said.Ja: 「うん、そうしよう。」Yukiも頷いた。En: "Yes, let's do that," Yuki agreed with a nod.Ja: こうして、彼らは新たな絆を胸に、季節の変わり目を迎えた。En: Thus, carrying a new bond in their hearts, they welcomed the turn of the season.Ja: 紅葉がささやく静かな京都の茶室で、家族の物語は新しいページを開いたのだった。En: In the quiet chashitsu in Kyoto, whispered to by the autumn leaves, the family's story opened a new page. Vocabulary Words:traditional: 伝統的なquiet: 静かなmoment: ひと時adorned: 彩られていたvibrant: 色鮮やかなhues: 色合いshoji: 障子screen: スクリーンgracefully: 優雅にsolitary: 侘しいattempting: 試みているdiscomfort: 違和感linger: 残っていたstirred: 揺れたcomplex: 複雑なmat: 畳inhale: 吸い込むharbor: 抱くreconciliation: 和解discord: わだかまりapologize: 謝罪trembled: 震えていたsignificance: 重要性cherish: 大切にするweaving: 紡いでいるsuppress: 抑えるembrace: 抱き合うbonds: 絆frequent: 頻繁にwhispered: ささやく

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Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Autumn Leaves and Imperfect Masterpieces: A Lesson in Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-09-21-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Luften var krispig och löven färgade trädens grenar i en palett av guld, orange och rött.En: The air was crisp, and the leaves painted the branches of the trees in a palette of gold, orange, and red.Sv: Elin och Lars hade packat sina väskor och tagit sig till den lilla stugan vid kanten av sjön Vättern.En: Elin and Lars had packed their bags and made their way to the little cabin by the edge of Lake Vättern.Sv: Stugan var gammal, med väggar gjort av grova trästockar, och från fönstren kunde man se hur vatten blänkte i eftermiddagssolen.En: The cabin was old, with walls made of rough logs, and from the windows, one could see how the water sparkled in the afternoon sun.Sv: Elin var nervös.En: Elin was nervous.Sv: Skolans höstmässa för hantverk närmade sig snabbt, och hon ville göra ett perfekt hantverksprojekt för att imponera på sin konstlärare.En: The school's autumn craft fair was approaching quickly, and she wanted to create a perfect craft project to impress her art teacher.Sv: Ett stipendium hängde också på spel.En: A scholarship was also on the line.Sv: Lars, hennes bästa vän, verkade inte lika bekymrad.En: Lars, her best friend, didn't seem as concerned.Sv: Han slängde sin ryggsäck på golvet och log brett.En: He tossed his backpack on the floor and grinned widely.Sv: "Vi tar det lugnt, Elin," sa han och sträckte ut sig på den gnisslande soffan.En: "Let's take it easy, Elin," he said, stretching out on the creaky sofa.Sv: "Det blir bra."En: "It'll be fine."Sv: Elin suckade, men hon visste att Lars alltid såg saker från den ljusa sidan.En: Elin sighed, but she knew that Lars always saw things from the bright side.Sv: Hon hoppades att hans avslappnade natur kunde hjälpa henne att hantera stressen.En: She hoped that his relaxed nature could help her manage the stress.Sv: Men hon var orolig för att deras olika arbetsstilar skulle kollidera.En: But she was worried that their different work styles would collide.Sv: Medan solen sakta sänkte sig över sjön började de arbeta.En: As the sun slowly set over the lake, they began to work.Sv: Elin organiserade allt, från penslar till papper, medan Lars virade ett höstlöv runt en pinne och skrattade.En: Elin organized everything, from brushes to paper, while Lars wrapped an autumn leaf around a stick and laughed.Sv: "Se!En: "Look!Sv: En improviserad pensel," skämtade han.En: An improvised brush," he joked.Sv: Dagarna gick snabbt och deadline närmade sig.En: The days passed quickly, and the deadline approached.Sv: En lördagseftermiddag, under en arbetsstund i stugan, brast Elin i gråt.En: One Saturday afternoon, during a work session in the cabin, Elin burst into tears.Sv: "Det här är inte perfekt!En: "This isn't perfect!Sv: Det ser hemskt ut!"En: It looks terrible!"Sv: ropade hon, medan hon blickade över deras gemensamma projekt.En: she cried as she looked over their joint project.Sv: Lars lade ner sitt arbete och satte sig bredvid henne.En: Lars put down his work and sat next to her.Sv: "Perfektion är tråkigt, Elin," sa han lugnt.En: "Perfection is boring, Elin," he said calmly.Sv: "Titta här," fortsatte han och pekade på en del där färgerna blandats oväntat.En: "Look here," he continued, pointing to a part where the colors had blended unexpectedly.Sv: "Det är vackert just för att det inte är perfekt.En: "It's beautiful precisely because it's not perfect.Sv: Det är vi."En: It's us."Sv: Hans ord slog an en sträng inom henne.En: His words struck a chord within her.Sv: Elin insåg att fel och ofullkomligheter kunde ge projektet karaktär och själ.En: Elin realized that mistakes and imperfections could give the project character and soul.Sv: Hon torkade tårarna och fortsatte, nu med en ny syn på deras arbete.En: She wiped her tears and continued, now with a new perspective on their work.Sv: På mässdagen var deras verk annorlunda än de andra.En: On the day of the fair, their piece was different from the others.Sv: Det var inte perfekt, men det var unikt.En: It wasn't perfect, but it was unique.Sv: "Fantastiskt samarbete!"En: "Fantastic collaboration!"Sv: berömde konstläraren och log.En: praised the art teacher with a smile.Sv: Elin kände en lättnad och glädje över att ha lärt sig en viktig läxa.En: Elin felt a relief and joy having learned an important lesson.Sv: Hon tackade Lars och kände att deras vänskap stärkts.En: She thanked Lars and felt that their friendship had strengthened.Sv: De hade visat att tillsammans, med både struktur och spontanitet, kunde även det oväntade bli något vackert.En: They had shown that together, with both structure and spontaneity, even the unexpected could become something beautiful.Sv: När de gick tillbaka mot stugan, med löven prasslande under fötterna, var de båda nöjda.En: As they walked back towards the cabin, with leaves rustling underfoot, they were both content.Sv: Elin hade lärt sig att omfamna processen, och att delad glädje gör allt bättre, även när vägen dit är krokig.En: Elin had learned to embrace the process, and that shared joy makes everything better, even when the path there is winding. Vocabulary Words:crisp: krispigpalette: palettsparkled: blänktenervous: nervöscraft: hantverkapproaching: närmade sigscholarship: stipendiumconcerned: bekymradcreaky: gnisslanderelaxed: avslappnadecollide: kollideraimprovised: improviseraddeadline: deadlineburst: brastperfection: perfektionunexpectedly: oväntatprecisely: justcharacter: karaktärsoul: själwinding: krokigembrace: omfamnaprocess: processrustling: prasslandeunique: uniktcollaboration: samarbeterelief: lättnadperspective: synstrengthened: stärktsspontaneity: spontanitetpath: vägen

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Reconnecting Under Kyoto's Autumn Canopy: A Mother-Daughter Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-09-17-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日曜日、家族は京都の清水寺にいました。En: On an autumn Sunday, the family was at Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera.Ja: 秋の葉が赤や金色に染まり、寺の周りは観光客で賑わっていました。En: The autumn leaves were dyed in red and golden colors, and the area around the temple was bustling with tourists.Ja: 静かでありながら活気あるこの場所は、訪れる人々に特別な時を提供していました。En: This place, quiet yet lively, offered a special time to those who visited.Ja: あいこは、その景色に目を細めながら、家族旅行の懐かしい思い出を思い起こしていました。En: Aiko, while narrowing her eyes at the scenery, recalled fond memories of family trips.Ja: あいこの横には、彼女のティーンエイジャーの娘、えみがいました。En: Beside Aiko was her teenage daughter, Emi.Ja: しかし、えみはスマートフォンに夢中で、風景にはあまり興味を示していませんでした。En: However, Emi was engrossed in her smartphone, showing little interest in the scenery.Ja: あいこは、娘との距離感を感じていました。En: Aiko felt a sense of distance with her daughter.Ja: 「えみ、一緒に美しい写真を撮らない？」とあいこは提案しました。En: "Emi, would you like to take a beautiful picture together?" suggested Aiko.Ja: しかし、えみはただ頷き、再びスマートフォンに目を戻しました。En: But Emi just nodded and turned her eyes back to her smartphone.Ja: あいこは考えました。「どうすれば、えみともっと楽しい思い出を作れるだろう？」En: Aiko thought, "How can I create more enjoyable memories with Emi?"Ja: そこで、彼女は新しいアイデアを思いつきました。En: Then, she came up with a new idea.Ja: 「えみ、ちょっとした写真チャレンジをしようか？お互いに一番きれいな紅葉の写真を撮るの、どう？」あいこは微笑みながら言いました。En: "Emi, how about a little photo challenge? Let's see who can take the most beautiful picture of the autumn leaves?" Aiko suggested with a smile.Ja: えみは一瞬考えた後、興味を示しました。En: After thinking for a moment, Emi showed interest.Ja: 「いいね、やってみよう。」スマートフォンを持ち上げ、二人は清水寺の周りを歩き始めました。En: "Sounds good, let's try it." She lifted her smartphone, and the two began walking around Kiyomizu-dera.Ja: えみは視点を変え、風景に心を向けるようになりました。En: Emi changed her perspective and began focusing on the scenery.Ja: しばらくして、えみは「あ、お母さん、見て！」と叫びました。En: After a while, Emi exclaimed, "Oh, Mom, look!"Ja: 彼女は赤く輝く葉が風に舞い、光に当たってキラキラと輝く瞬間を写真に収めました。En: She captured the moment when the glowing red leaves were dancing in the wind, sparkling in the light.Ja: その素晴らしい写真に、あいこは目を輝かせました。En: Aiko was amazed by the wonderful photo.Ja: 「すごい、えみ！本当にきれいだね。」あいこは嬉しそうに言いました。En: "Amazing, Emi! It's really beautiful," Aiko said happily.Ja: この瞬間が、あいことえみの間の壁を打ち破りました。En: This moment broke down the wall between Aiko and Emi.Ja: 二人は笑顔になり、自然と会話が続きました。En: They both smiled, and their conversation naturally continued.Ja: 寺を後にして、家族は街の小さなレストランに入りました。En: After leaving the temple, the family entered a small restaurant in town.Ja: 食事を楽しみながら、家族はその日の写真を見せ合い、思い出を語り合いました。En: While enjoying their meal, the family shared the photos from that day and talked about their memories.Ja: あいこは気づきました。娘が成長しても、まだ繋がりを持ち、新しい思い出を作る方法があると。En: Aiko realized that even though her daughter was growing up, there are still ways to connect and create new memories.Ja: そして、えみも母親の努力を認め、これからもこうした時間を大切にしたいと思いました。En: And Emi recognized her mother's efforts, wanting to cherish such times in the future.Ja: その日の終わり、秋の夜風が心地よく吹く中、家族は一緒に笑い合い、心が再び繋がっていることを実感しました。En: At the end of the day, with the pleasant autumn night breeze blowing, the family laughed together, feeling their hearts reconnect once more. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋dyed: 染まりbustling: 賑わっていましたlively: 活気あるnarrowing: 目を細めながらfond: 懐かしいengrossed: 夢中distance: 距離感suggested: 提案しましたmoments: 瞬間captured: 収めましたglowing: 輝くsparkling: キラキラと輝くnaturally: 自然とchallenge: チャレンジperspective: 視点efforts: 努力cherish: 大切にしたいrealized: 気づきましたconnect: 繋がりmemories: 思い出recall: 思い起こしてquiet: 静かでありながらrestaurant: レストランmoment: 瞬間recognized: 認めamazed: 目を輝かせましたexclaimed: 叫びましたspecial: 特別なautumn leaves: 紅葉

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: When Autumn Leaves Fall: A Tale of Ambition and Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-09-14-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉が舞い散る秋の日、東京の忙しいオフィスビルでは、ある二人が心を砕いていた。En: On an autumn day, as the momiji (autumn leaves) danced and scattered, two people were pouring their hearts out in a bustling office building in Tokyo.Ja: 晴人と愛子だった。En: Those two were Haruto and Aiko.Ja: 彼らは、アシスタントマネージャーになるために競い合っていた。En: They were competing to become the Assistant Manager.Ja: 晴人は真面目で、一生懸命だったが、時々自信をなくすこともあった。En: Haruto was serious and hard-working, but sometimes he also lacked confidence.Ja: 彼は、日本の伝統的な詩を愛していた。En: He loved traditional Japanese poetry.Ja: しかし、その趣味を職場では隠していた。En: However, he kept this hobby a secret at work.Ja: 一方、愛子は自然なリーダーで、人を引きつける力があった。En: On the other hand, Aiko was a natural leader with the power to attract people.Ja: 彼女は、仕事と家庭のバランスに悩んでいた。En: She was struggling with the balance between work and family.Ja: 成功したい気持ちと家族への思い、その両方が彼女を時に迷わせた。En: The desire to succeed and the thought of her family sometimes led her to be confused.Ja: オフィスはモダンでガラスの壁に囲まれた高層ビルだった。En: The office was a modern high-rise building surrounded by glass walls.Ja: ミニマルなインテリアで、忙しく働く社員たちがすれ違う。En: The minimal interior saw busy employees passing each other by.Ja: 外には赤やオレンジの紅葉が綺麗に彩り、変化を感じさせた。En: Soto (outside), the red and orange momiji beautifully colored the scenery, allowing the feeling of change to settle in.Ja: 晴人は大胆な決断をした。En: Haruto made a bold decision.Ja: 自分の詩をプロジェクトに組み込むことにしたのだ。En: He decided to incorporate his poetry into the project.Ja: 彼が自分らしさを見せる機会だと思った。En: He thought it was an opportunity to show his true self.Ja: 愛子もまた、家族との問題を無視せず、きちんと向き合うことを決意した。En: Likewise, Aiko decided to face her family issues directly instead of ignoring them.Ja: やがて、ドキドキする発表の日がやってきた。En: Eventually, the nerve-wracking presentation day arrived.Ja: 晴人は緊張により、少し失敗してしまった。En: Haruto, due to nerves, made a small mistake.Ja: 詩に込めた思いを伝えきれなかったのだ。En: He couldn't convey the emotion he had put into the poetry.Ja: 反対に、愛子は堂々と自分のアイデアを発表した。En: In contrast, Aiko confidently presented her idea.Ja: しかし、彼女の言葉には個人的な葛藤も混ざり、真剣な顔の中に迷いが見えた。En: However, her words also contained personal conflict, and uncertainty was visible in her serious expression.Ja: プレゼンテーションが終了し、お互いを見つめ合う二人。En: As the presentation concluded, the two looked at each other.Ja: 愛子は晴人の情熱に気づき、彼に協力を提案した。En: Aiko noticed Haruto's passion and proposed a collaboration.Ja: 「一緒に仕事をしたいわ」と愛子は言った。En: "I'd like to work with you," Aiko said.Ja: ボスも二人の姿勢に感心し、どちらに昇進を与えるか深く考えた末、二人のアイデアを組み合わせることを決めた。En: The boss, impressed with their attitude, pondered deeply on whom to promote and decided to combine their ideas.Ja: 晴人は自分の才能に自信を持てるようになった。En: Haruto gained the confidence to embrace his talents.Ja: 大切なのは自分を偽らず、真実の自分を示すことだと悟った。En: He realized that the important thing is not to deceive oneself but to show one's true self.Ja: 愛子は、仕事だけでなく、家庭の大切さも忘れずに優先することの必要性を学んだ。En: Aiko learned the importance of not only work but also prioritizing her family.Ja: この秋の日、二人の心に新しい風が吹き始めた。En: On this autumn day, a new wind began to blow in the hearts of the two.Ja: 友情は強くなり、互いにとってかけがえのないものとなった。En: Their friendship strengthened and became something irreplaceable to each other.Ja: 外の木々と同じように、彼らも成長し、新しい季節を迎えたのだった。En: Like the trees outside, they also grew and welcomed a new season. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋scattered: 舞い散るbustling: 忙しいpouring: 心を砕くcompeting: 競い合うconfidence: 自信poetry: 詩hobby: 趣味natural leader: 自然なリーダーstruggling: 悩むbalance: バランスdesire: 気持ちoffice building: オフィスビルhigh-rise: 高層minimal interior: ミニマルなインテリアbold: 大胆opportunity: 機会incorporate: 組み込むnerve-wracking: ドキドキするpresentation: 発表convey: 伝えるconflict: 葛藤uncertainty: 迷いproposed: 提案するcollaboration: 協力impressed: 感心するpromote: 昇進を与えるembrace: 自信を持つdeceive: 偽るirreplaceable: かけがえのない

De la delicadeza a la potencia, más allá del arcoíris: allí donde nacen los espacios para imaginar, como un latido que une y unos versos fragmentados.Over the Rainbow (From The Wizard of Oz) — DON BYRD, GIGI GRYCE, Jazz LabOver the Rainbow—EDEN BAREKET, OR BAREKET, VANISHA GOULD, CHRIS MCCARTHY, Day DreamFootsteps in an Empty Room—UNO VESJE, Poems from a CityVerses for a Liminal Space—DAVID CROWELL, SANDBOX PERCUSSION, Point/CloudAutumn Leaves—BENNY GOLSON, Gone With GolsonSatin Doll—MCCOY TYNER, Nights Of Ballads & BluesChora Tua Tristeza +Chega De Saudade— SHORTY ROGERS AND HIS GIANTS, Bossa NovaEscuchar audio

Autumn is almost upon us, which means one thing for many active birders, fall migration. For all birders, Autumn is perhaps the most highly anticipated time of year. Migration takes place on an epic scale over the fall months and there is much to enjoy in the field. For many, it is the spectacle of migration itself, that fires the senses. For others, it is the hopes or rarities, vagrant bird that have been swept far from where they ought to be, only to be found on a far flung headland by a lucker observer. For me, it is the rich soundscape overhead, the calls that fill our skies, as passage migrants flood southwards. In this episode, I wanted to delve into some of the wonderful sounds of the Swedish Autumn. I begin with a small audio magazine on the vocalizations of two supremely evolved specialists of Swedish coniferous woodland, Red Crossbill and Parrot Crossbill. These highly adapted, far wandering finches move widely over large areas. Furthermore, they are resilient birds, hardy late Winter breeders and are exceptionally interesting from a sound recording standpoint.. The main course, so to speak, will be an extensive sound magazine, with all audio recorded over the course of September 2024.  I spent ten days on this tiny island of Hällögern, along the Baltic coastline of Västerbotten, in Northern Sweden. During this time, I was free to spend all of my time field recording the sounds of Autumn migration at the site, in a wonderfully noise free and pristine environment. For me, it simply doesn't get any better than this.  Using the audio I recorded during the trip, I will share the wonderful sounds and ambience of this little island, which lies just a hundred metres offshore. This represents an audio snapshot of a wonderful location...Leave a comment here....Support the showSubscibe to Wild Bird Acoustics here;https://wildbirdacoustics.buzzsprout.comLots more audio related material here at my long running website;https://blogbirder.blogspot.com/

Filmmaker and NYU grad Sydney Shear stops by Generation Change to chat with Leo about her participation in the Emmy-nominated documentary series "Social Studies," her own short films "Autumn Leaves" and "The Fine Line," and the impact that she hopes to make as a writer and director. Follow Sydney on Instagram: @sydneyshearFollow Sydney's film, "Autumn Leaves," on Instagram: @autumnleavesfilmWatch "Social Studies" on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/social-studies-15eb2330-d2d6-49a0-a38b-11bc25c10130

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《Autumn Leaves》（秋叶）是作曲家Joseph Kosma(1905-1969)在1945年于法国所创作的香颂，是当今最受观众喜爱的浪漫音乐之一。

Can you believe the most celebrated Bill Evans Trio was only together for 18 months? In this episode, we're looking at early 60's Bill alongside Scott LaFaro and Paul Motian, and the four albums they recorded together before LaFaro's tragic death at just 25 years old. From Portrait in Jazz and its cross-over with Miles Davis' Kind of Blue through Sunday at the Village Vanguard and Waltz for Debbie – recorded live on the same day in June 1961. We break down their conversational approach to jazz standards like “Autumn Leaves,” geek out over Bill Evans music theory, and explore his distinct voicings and voice leading techniques. Whether you're a mid-century jazz aficionado or just looking for the perfect “sweater weather trio songs to somberly study to,” we've got just the playlist for you.ABOUT OPEN STUDIO------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------As the premier online jazz education platform, with an ever-expanding course library and 20,000+ members, Open Studio (OS) has everything you need to excel and thrive on your jazz journey.Featuring everything from beginner to advanced lessons, engaging courses from A-list instructors, step-by-step curriculum, real-time classes and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, OS is the perfect platform to level up your jazz playing, whether you're a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level improvisor.Try OS Membership today! → https://osjazz.link/aboutAll about YHIhttps://lnk.to/youllhearitYB

A playlist featuring music inspired by New Orleans, Gaza and Africa, and then an unearthed live gem. The playlist features Sullivan Fortner; Randal Despommier; Anouar Brahem [pictured], Anja Lechner, Django Bates, Dave Holland; Joona Toivanen; Serge Lazarevitch, Ben Sluijs, Nicolas Thys, Teun Verbruggen; Claudio Filippini. Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/20316344/Mondo-Jazz [Up to "Autumn Leaves"]. Happy listening!

On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, host Luke Farrell sits down with Jody Sowell, President and CEO of the Missouri Historical Society, to discuss the organization's ambitious campaign to preserve and share St. Louis history. With a goal of raising $36 million, this initiative is already funding groundbreaking projects, including the 1904 World's Fair exhibit, the upcoming Collected exhibit in 2025, and the citywide St. Louis Birthday Bash in 2026. The campaign will culminate in 2027 with Gallery STL, a transformative 12,000-square-foot exhibit that will immerse visitors in St. Louis' history like never before.Jody shares his passion for storytelling and his vision for how history can strengthen the community. From Thursday Nights at the Museum to the innovative New to St. Louis program, MHS is making history accessible and engaging for all. Tune in as we explore the past, present, and future of this incredible city and how these projects are shaping its next chapter.Support the show

Happy Valentine's Day, Dear Lovers and Listeners.  Mememes: Dr. Giggles (film); Conquest (film); The Sound of 007 (film); The Beekeeper (film); doomscrolling; work and sleep; The Boys (tv); Autumn Leaves (music)

Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHAllie is in her emo era. Everything is dying!!! Speaking of dying, Elizabeth may be dying. She's getting really sick, which includes a dream sequence where Nathan saves her life.The nuts business is being kicked out of Lucas' office.Fiona is helping Rosemary with radio stuff, including the idea of having the governor debate some children. He reluctantly agrees.Allie decides to hang out with Oliver but only to make Wyatt jealous.Bill is shocked to find out that Hot Honey is in town. They studied forensics together years ago, and the sparks are flying.Sick Elizabeth ogles Nathan and asks him to put on his "surge."Allie and Oliver go out and conduct tests for the stream because apparently, the salmon aren't spawning. On their walk back, they see cattle tracks. Then they have to hide in the woods because some bad guys are riding around.Bill and eagle-eyed McGill go to question a guy named Sonny about the gold coins and the train robbery.Elizabeth keeps having fantasies about Nathan as if he's a piece of meat.The radio show happens, and Allie brings him the cold hard facts about the salmon problem.There's a whole storyline about Joseph trying to get his daughter into a school without talking to Minnie first. They work through it.Allie tells Oliver about the radio show, and he's impressed by her and her cupcakes.Elizabeth is starting to feel better, and Fiona encourages her to publish her curriculum about project-based learning.The episode ends with Nathan having a steamy dream about Elizabeth and waking up to the dog licking him.

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Join us as we dive into The Great British Bake Off's very first Autumn Week! From cozy seasonal pies to extravagant autumn-themed cakes, we recap every bake, flavor, and flourish. In this episode, we'll walk you through the highs and lows in the tent—from Christiaan's “Roots of Samhain” creation to Sumayah's beautiful “Autumn Leaves” harvest […] The post Autumn Week! appeared first on This is Joy & Claire.

Originally Aired: October 4th, 2020 (Season 6, Episode 7) Our story tonight is called The Leaf House, and it's a story about an autumn day spent working in the yard. It's also a game remembered from childhood, a spider's web spun on a chrysanthemum, and different ways to think about home. Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or follow the link: nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription. Save over $100 on Kathryn's hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box. A collection of products from our amazing partners: Eversio Wellness: Chill Now Vellabox: Lavender Silk Candle Alice Mushrooms: Nightcap NutraChamps: Tart Cherry Gummies A Brighter Year: Mini Coloring Book NuStrips: Sleep Strips Woolzies: Lavender Roll-On Listen to our new show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app. Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at nothingmuchhappens.com/first-this. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-HappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Toby Lichtig previews the season's fictional highlights; and Ann Manov on Sally Rooney's latest gambit.‘Creation Lake', by Rachel Kushner‘Intermezzo', by Sally RooneyProduced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Danielle and Millie discuss MILDRED PIERCE (1945) and AUTUMN LEAVES (1956), how far people should go for their kids, and Millie's dog's wild treat diet. To see a full ISWYD movie list, check out our Letterboxd here: https://letterboxd.com/isawwhatyoudid/films/diary/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices