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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Blossoms of Confidence: The Tulip Heist at Keukenhof Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-21-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In de zachte kleuren van de herfst, onder een lucht vol beloften van winteravonden, stond de Keukenhof Gardens in al haar glorie klaar voor het aankomende Sinterklaasavond feest.En: In the soft colors of autumn, under a sky full of promises of winter evenings, stood the Keukenhof Gardens in all its glory ready for the upcoming Sinterklaasavond celebration.Nl: De geur van gevallen bladeren mengde zich met de zoetheid van vers gebakken speculaas die uit de nabijgelegen marktkraampjes kwam.En: The scent of fallen leaves mixed with the sweetness of freshly baked speculaas wafting from the nearby market stalls.Nl: Sander stond met een frons op zijn gezicht, in gedachten verzonken terwijl hij over een smal paadje tussen de tulpen liep.En: Sander stood with a frown on his face, deep in thought as he walked along a narrow path between the tulips.Nl: Hij had de vorige avond ontdekt dat een zeldzame tulpenbol was verdwenen.En: He had discovered the previous evening that a rare tulip bulb had disappeared.Nl: Deze bol was essentieel voor de tentoonstelling die op Sinterklaasavond zou openen.En: This bulb was essential for the exhibition that would open on Sinterklaasavond.Nl: Sander was een toegewijde kweker, maar de Sinterklaasavond bracht hem altijd ongemak.En: Sander was a dedicated grower, but the Sinterklaasavond always brought him discomfort.Nl: Hij voelde dat zijn familie altijd meer van hem verwachtte, verwachtingen die hij niet altijd kon vervullen.En: He felt that his family always expected more from him, expectations he could not always fulfill.Nl: Anouk, zijn trouwe jeugdvriendin en een onbevreesde journalist, was naar de Keukenhof gekomen na zijn wanhopige telefoontje.En: Anouk, his loyal childhood friend and a fearless journalist, had come to the Keukenhof after his desperate phone call.Nl: "Sander, ik help je," zei ze beslist, terwijl ze haar camera over haar schouder hing.En: "Sander, I'll help you," she said decisively, as she hung her camera over her shoulder.Nl: Elsbeth, de oude maar geestdriftige botaniste, leek constant bezig in de tuin.En: Elsbeth, the old but enthusiastic botanist, seemed constantly busy in the garden.Nl: Ze had ooit in stilte aanzien opgebouwd als de beste botanica van haar tijd.En: She had quietly built a reputation as the best botanist of her time.Nl: Maar onder haar vriendelijke glimlach lag een mysterieuze vastberadenheid.En: But beneath her kind smile lay a mysterious determination.Nl: "Anouk, we moeten Elsbeth vragen," stelde Sander voor.En: "Anouk, we need to ask Elsbeth," Sander suggested.Nl: "Ze weet altijd meer dan ze zegt."En: "She always knows more than she says."Nl: De herfstbladeren ritselden onder hun voeten terwijl ze de oude kas betraden.En: The autumn leaves rustled under their feet as they entered the old greenhouse.Nl: Binnenin overspoelde een warme gloed van de late middag de kamer.En: Inside, a warm glow from the late afternoon filled the room.Nl: Elsbeth glimlachte vriendelijk.En: Elsbeth smiled kindly.Nl: "Hoe kan ik helpen, jullie twee?"En: "How can I help, you two?"Nl: vroeg ze.En: she asked.Nl: Met een vriendelijke vastberadenheid vroeg Anouk direct naar de tulpenbol.En: With friendly determination, Anouk directly asked about the tulip bulb.Nl: Elsbeth zweeg even, haar blik rustend op de tuinen achter hen.En: Elsbeth was silent for a moment, her gaze resting on the gardens behind them.Nl: "Ik had plannen," zei ze uiteindelijk, naar een verborgen paneel wijzend.En: "I had plans," she eventually said, pointing to a hidden panel.Nl: Sander keek verbaasd toe terwijl Anouk het paneel opende en de glanzende, zeldzame tulpenbol vond.En: Sander watched in surprise as Anouk opened the panel and found the shiny, rare tulip bulb.Nl: "Ik dacht iets bijzonders te creëren, iets ongeëvenaards," verklaarde Elsbeth met glinsterende ogen.En: "I wanted to create something special, something unparalleled," Elsbeth declared with glistening eyes.Nl: "Maar ik begrijp nu dat de tuin belangrijker is dan mijn eigen project."En: "But I now understand that the garden is more important than my own project."Nl: Sander keek naar de bol in zijn handen en voelde een nieuwe bron van zelfvertrouwen opborrelen.En: Sander looked at the bulb in his hands and felt a new surge of self-confidence rising.Nl: Anouk keek goedkeurend toe, blij met zijn groeiende zelfvertrouwen.En: Anouk watched approvingly, pleased with his growing confidence.Nl: Op Sinterklaasavond straalden de Keukenhof Gardens met een zeldzame pracht.En: On Sinterklaasavond, the Keukenhof Gardens shone with rare splendor.Nl: De tentoonstelling was een succes, en de geur van warme chocolademelk vulde de koude lucht.En: The exhibition was a success, and the scent of hot chocolate filled the cold air.Nl: Sander liep tevreden tussen de gasten, zijn angsten verdwenen als de eerste sneeuwvlokken van het seizoen.En: Sander walked contentedly among the guests, his fears evaporated like the first snowflakes of the season.Nl: Hij besefte dat hij eindelijk vrede had gevonden, trots op wat hij had bereikt.En: He realized he had finally found peace, proud of what he had achieved.Nl: Hier, in de rust van de tuin, voelde Sander een nieuwe band met zijn rol binnen de familie.En: Here, in the serenity of the garden, Sander felt a new connection with his role within the family.Nl: Hij had niet alleen de bol teruggevonden, maar ook zijn verloren vertrouwen.En: He had not only recovered the bulb but also his lost confidence.Nl: De klanken van Sinterklaasliedjes vulden de lucht, en voor het eerst in jaren, neuriede Sander mee, klaar voor de viering met zijn dierbaren.En: The sounds of Sinterklaas songs filled the air, and for the first time in years, Sander hummed along, ready for the celebration with his loved ones. Vocabulary Words:autumn: herfstpromises: beloftencelebration: feestscent: geurfrown: fronsnarrow: smaldisappeared: verdwenenessential: essentieeldedicated: toegewijdediscomfort: ongemakexpectations: verwachtingenfulfill: vervullenloyal: trouwedesperate: wanhopigedecisively: beslistenthusiastic: geestdriftigebotanist: botanistereputation: aanziendetermination: vastberadenheidrustled: ritseldengreenhouse: kasglow: gloedglistening: glinsterendeunparalleled: ongeëvenaardsself-confidence: zelfvertrouwenapprovingly: goedkeurendsplendor: prachtcontentedly: tevredenserenity: rustconnection: band

Fluent Fiction - Italian: An Autumn Picnic: Love Blossoms in Giardini di Boboli Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-11-21-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore dell'autunno, i Giardini di Boboli a Firenze si vestono di colori caldi e avvolgenti.En: In the heart of autumn, the Giardini di Boboli in Firenze dress themselves in warm and enveloping colors.It: Foglie arancioni, rosse e dorate danzano al ritmo del vento fresco di novembre.En: Orange, red, and golden leaves dance to the rhythm of the fresh November wind.It: È in quest'atmosfera incantevole che Lorenzo, Gianna e Alessia decidono di organizzare un picnic.En: It is in this enchanting atmosphere that Lorenzo, Gianna, and Alessia decide to organize a picnic.It: Lorenzo cammina accanto a Gianna lungo i sentieri tra siepi e statue di marmo.En: Lorenzo walks beside Gianna along the paths between hedges and marble statues.It: La magnificenza del giardino fa da cornice perfetta mentre il sole gioca tra i rami spogli degli alberi giganti.En: The magnificence of the garden provides the perfect backdrop as the sun plays through the bare branches of the giant trees.It: Ma Lorenzo ha la mente lontana.En: But Lorenzo's mind is far away.It: Il suo cuore è in tumulto.En: His heart is in turmoil.It: Oggi vuole confessare il suo amore per Gianna.En: Today he wants to confess his love for Gianna.It: Ogni passo sembra più pesante del precedente.En: Each step seems heavier than the last.It: Gianna è vivace come sempre, parlando animatamente delle lezioni di letteratura.En: Gianna is lively as always, animatedly talking about literature classes.It: Alessia, attenta osservatrice, nota lo sguardo pensoso di Lorenzo.En: Alessia, a keen observer, notices Lorenzo's thoughtful gaze.It: Perchè non parli, Lorenzo?, si chiede preoccupata.En: Why aren't you speaking, Lorenzo?, she wonders worriedly.It: Arrivano a una radura aperta, ideale per stendere la coperta da picnic.En: They arrive at an open clearing, ideal for spreading out the picnic blanket.It: Il profumo del cibo riempie l'aria: focacce, formaggi, olive.En: The aroma of food fills the air: focacce, cheeses, olives.It: Tra una risata e l'altra, il tempo scorre veloce mentre il freddo pomeriggio autunnale si fa sempre più fresco.En: Between one laugh and another, time flies as the cold autumn afternoon becomes increasingly chilly.It: Nonostante il buonumore generale, Lorenzo si sente bloccato.En: Despite the general good mood, Lorenzo feels stuck.It: Teme di rovinare tutto con una sola frase sbagliata.En: He fears ruining everything with just one wrong sentence.It: E se Gianna non ricambiasse i suoi sentimenti?En: What if Gianna did not reciprocate his feelings?It: Alessia, intuizione acuta, non tarda a percepire la tensione di Lorenzo.En: Alessia, with sharp intuition, quickly senses Lorenzo's tension.It: Gli offre sostegno silenzioso, mettendogli una mano sulla spalla, dando un cenno incoraggiante.En: She offers silent support, placing a hand on his shoulder, giving an encouraging nod.It: Mentre il sole inizia a tramontare, dipingendo il cielo di un arancione profondo, Lorenzo sente che il momento è arrivato.En: As the sun begins to set, painting the sky a deep orange, Lorenzo feels the moment has arrived.It: È adesso o mai più, pensa.En: It's now or never, he thinks.It: Si schiarisce la gola e cerca di ignorare il battito accelerato del suo cuore.En: He clears his throat and tries to ignore the rapid beating of his heart.It: "Gianna," dice con voce tremante, "ho qualcosa da dirti."En: "Gianna," he says with a trembling voice, "I have something to tell you."It: Gianna si ferma e lo guarda con curiosità.En: Gianna stops and looks at him with curiosity.It: "Cosa c'è, Lorenzo?"En: "What is it, Lorenzo?"It: chiede, sorridendo amichevole.En: she asks, smiling friendly.It: Alessia si allontana discretamente, lasciando loro un po' di spazio.En: Alessia discreetly moves away, leaving them some space.It: Lorenzo inspira profondamente.En: Lorenzo takes a deep breath.It: "Da tempo provo qualcosa di speciale per te," confessa, con gli occhi fissi sui suoi.En: "I've felt something special for you for some time," he confesses, his eyes fixed on hers.It: "Non voglio più nasconderlo."En: "I don't want to hide it any longer."It: Per un attimo, il mondo sembra fermarsi.En: For a moment, the world seems to stop.It: Il cuore di Lorenzo batte all'impazzata.En: Lorenzo's heart beats wildly.It: Poi, per sua incredulità, Gianna sorride dolcemente.En: Then, to his disbelief, Gianna smiles sweetly.It: "Anche io, Lorenzo," dice con una semplicità che scioglie ogni sua paura.En: "Me too, Lorenzo," she says with a simplicity that melts all his fears.It: "Pensavo non avresti mai avuto il coraggio di dirmelo."En: "I thought you'd never have the courage to tell me."It: Le ultime luci del giorno brillano su loro due, illuminando non solo il giardino, ma anche le loro anime.En: The last lights of the day shine on the two of them, illuminating not only the garden but also their souls.It: Lorenzo si sente leggero, come se avesse appena scalato la montagna più alta.En: Lorenzo feels light, as if he had just climbed the highest mountain.It: Ha imparato che l'onestà può aprire cuori e creare legami inattesi.En: He has learned that honesty can open hearts and create unexpected bonds.It: Alessia ritorna, sorridente e complice.En: Alessia returns, smiling and supportive.It: I tre amici si siedono di nuovo, mentre la frescura della sera li avvolge.En: The three friends sit again, as the coolness of the evening envelops them.It: Nei Giardini di Boboli, un nuovo capitolo inizia, fra foglie che cadono e giovani cuori che si trovano.En: In the Giardini di Boboli, a new chapter begins, among falling leaves and young hearts finding each other. Vocabulary Words:heart: il cuoreautumn: l'autunnoleaves: le fogliehedges: le siepistatues: le statuemagnificence: la magnificenzabackdrop: la cornicebranches: i ramitrees: gli alberiturmoil: il tumultoliterature: la letteraturaclearing: la radurablanket: la copertaaroma: il profumodespite: nonostanteladder: la scalafear: la pauraintution: l'intuizionetension: la tensionesunset: il tramontothroat: la golacuriosity: la curiositàsimplicity: la semplicitàhonesty: l'onestàbonds: i legamisupport: il sostegnoevening: la seracoolness: la frescuralights: le lucisouls: le anime

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Fluent Fiction - French: Émile's Bee-autiful Blunder Blossoms into Success! Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-21-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Les feuilles dorées virevoltent doucement dans le Jardin des Plantes, habillant le sol d'un tapis naturel aux reflets d'ambre et de bordeaux.En: The golden leaves gently whirl in the Jardin des Plantes, dressing the ground with a natural carpet of amber and burgundy hues.Fr: L'air, frais et vivifiant, est rempli du parfum terreux des chrysanthèmes et dahlias en pleine floraison.En: The air, fresh and invigorating, is filled with the earthy scent of chrysanthemums and dahlias in full bloom.Fr: Parmi ce décor automnal, Émile, un botaniste rêveur et souvent distrait, marche le long des allées sinueuses.En: Amid this autumnal setting, Émile, a dreamy and often distracted botanist, walks along the winding paths.Fr: Aujourd'hui est un grand jour pour lui.En: Today is a big day for him.Fr: Il y a un pique-nique officiel organisé par ses collègues au jardin.En: There's an official picnic organized by his colleagues in the garden.Fr: Émile espère impressionner tout le monde et décrocher le financement pour ses recherches botaniques.En: Émile hopes to impress everyone and secure funding for his botanical research.Fr: Mais Émile, distrait par ses pensées botaniques, a fait une immense erreur ce matin-là.En: But Émile, distracted by his botanical thoughts, made a huge mistake that morning.Fr: Au lieu de mettre son costume élégant, il a enfilé par mégarde son costume d'abeille qu'il avait porté pour une fête d'Halloween.En: Instead of putting on his elegant suit, he accidentally donned his bee costume, which he had worn for a Halloween party.Fr: En arrivant sur la pelouse où tout le monde est réuni, Émile se fige.En: Arriving at the lawn where everyone is gathered, Émile freezes.Fr: Les collègues, habillés de leurs plus beaux habits, le regardent avec surprise.En: His colleagues, dressed in their finest clothes, look at him with surprise.Fr: Une douce panique s'empare de son cœur.En: A soft panic grips his heart.Fr: Comment pourrait-il expliquer son erreur ?En: How could he explain his mistake?Fr: Lucien, un collègue toujours prompt à commenter, ricane doucement.En: Lucien, a colleague always quick to comment, chuckles softly.Fr: Colette, elle, observe Émile avec curiosité, mais aussi avec une pointe d'encouragement dans le regard.En: Colette, on the other hand, observes Émile with curiosity, but also with a hint of encouragement in her gaze.Fr: Émile hésite.En: Émile hesitates.Fr: Il pourrait fuir, se cacher derrière les imposants ginkgos.En: He could run away, hide behind the imposing ginkgo trees.Fr: Mais non, une idée lumineuse, inspirée par la beauté du jardin et par l'audace qui sommeille parfois en lui, germe dans son esprit.En: But no, a bright idea, inspired by the beauty of the garden and the boldness that sometimes lies dormant within him, sprouts in his mind.Fr: Il décide d'embrasser cette situation inattendue.En: He decides to embrace this unexpected situation.Fr: S'avançant vers le groupe, il lève légèrement les bras — telle une abeille sur le point de prendre son envol.En: Stepping towards the group, he slightly raises his arms—like a bee about to take flight.Fr: "Mes amis," commence-t-il, sa voix un peu tremblante mais vite assurée, "je n'aurais jamais imaginé que mes recherches seraient aussi bien représentées aujourd'hui."En: "My friends," he begins, his voice a bit shaky but quickly assured, "I never imagined that my research would be so well represented today."Fr: Cela arrache quelques rires aux invités.En: This draws a few laughs from the guests.Fr: Puis, Émile se lance dans un exposé passionné.En: Then, Émile launches into a passionate presentation.Fr: Son costume lui sert de prétexte pour parler de l'importance des abeilles dans la pollinisation, expliquant comment elles contribuent à la beauté et à la survie des plantes autour d'eux.En: His costume serves as a pretext to talk about the importance of bees in pollination, explaining how they contribute to the beauty and survival of the plants around them.Fr: Peu à peu, il capte l'attention de tous, même celle de Lucien, qui arrête de ricaner et commence à écouter avec intérêt.En: Gradually, he captures everyone's attention, even Lucien, who stops chuckling and begins to listen with interest.Fr: Quand Émile termine, il y a un silence puis une salve d'applaudissements.En: When Émile finishes, there is a silence, followed by a round of applause.Fr: Colette s'avance, souriante.En: Colette steps forward, smiling.Fr: "C'était brillant, Émile," dit-elle.En: "That was brilliant, Émile," she says.Fr: Ses collègues, inspirés par sa créativité et sa passion, décident à l'unanimité de lui accorder le financement tant espéré.En: His colleagues, inspired by his creativity and passion, unanimously decide to grant him the much-desired funding.Fr: En quittant le jardin en fin de journée, Émile a le cœur léger.En: Leaving the garden at the end of the day, Émile has a light heart.Fr: Il a appris une leçon précieuse : parfois, accepter ses erreurs peut mener à des succès inattendus.En: He has learned a valuable lesson: sometimes, embracing one's mistakes can lead to unexpected successes.Fr: Et tandis que les feuilles mortes continuent de danser autour de lui, Émile sait désormais que, comme les abeilles, il peut transformer les petites imperfections de la vie en quelque chose de beau et de fructueux.En: And as the fallen leaves continue to dance around him, Émile now knows that, like bees, he can turn life's small imperfections into something beautiful and fruitful. Vocabulary Words:the leaves: les feuillesthe garden: le jardinwhirl: virevolterground: le solamber: l'ambrehue: le refletinvigorating: vivifiantearthy: terreuxthe scent: le parfumin bloom: en floraisonthe botanist: le botanistewinding: sinueuxthe path: l'alléesecure: décrochermistake: l'erreurfrozen: figéthe lawn: la pelousethe costume: le costumethe heart: le cœurchuckle: ricanercuriosity: la curiositéencouragement: l'encouragementimposing: imposantthe idea: l'idéethe flight: l'envolimagine: imaginerpresentation: l'exposépollination: la pollinisationattention: l'attentionapplause: les applaudissements

Fluent Fiction - French: Love Blossoms in Autumn: A Parisian Tale of Courage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-21-23-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Dans les Jardins du Luxembourg, Paris était un tableau vivant de l'automne.En: In the Jardins du Luxembourg, Paris was a living tableau of autumn.Fr: Les arbres portaient des manteaux de feuillage rouge et or, et les chemins étaient couverts de feuilles mortes.En: The trees wore coats of red and gold foliage, and the paths were covered in fallen leaves.Fr: L'air frais et serein de novembre remplissait le parc d'une ambiance douce.En: The fresh and serene November air filled the park with a gentle ambiance.Fr: Mathis, l'artiste introverti, se promenait avec deux amies, Delphine et Clémence.En: Mathis, the introverted artist, was strolling with two friends, Delphine and Clémence.Fr: La lumière du soleil d'automne jouait dans les cheveux bruns de Delphine, son rire réchauffait le cœur de Mathis, mais ses mots restaient bloqués.En: The autumn sunlight played in Delphine's brown hair, her laughter warmed Mathis's heart, but his words remained stuck.Fr: Clémence, sage et attentive, les observait avec un sourire en coin, conscientes des sentiments de Mathis.En: Clémence, wise and attentive, observed them with a knowing smile, aware of Mathis's feelings.Fr: Ce jour-là, Mathis voulait partager ses sentiments profonds pour Delphine.En: That day, Mathis wanted to share his deep feelings for Delphine.Fr: Ils s'assirent près de la fontaine centrale.En: They sat near the central fountain.Fr: Mathis prit une profonde inspiration, prêt à parler, quand soudain, Delphine vacilla et s'évanouit.En: Mathis took a deep breath, ready to speak, when suddenly, Delphine wavered and fainted.Fr: Son corps se courba doucement et Mathis la retint juste à temps.En: Her body gently folded, and Mathis caught her just in time.Fr: Clémence s'agenouilla à côté d'elle, gardant son calme.En: Clémence knelt beside her, keeping calm.Fr: "Mathis, aide-moi à la mettre sur le banc," dit-elle d'une voix rassurante.En: "Mathis, help me get her onto the bench," she said in a reassuring voice.Fr: Mathis, tremblant mais décidé, aida Clémence à installer Delphine en sécurité sur le banc.En: Mathis, trembling but determined, helped Clémence settle Delphine safely on the bench.Fr: Quelques passants leur jetèrent des regards inquiets, mais Clémence fit signe que tout allait bien.En: A few passersby cast worried glances at them, but Clémence signaled that everything was fine.Fr: Mathis était désormais totalement absorbé, tenant la main de Delphine, lui murmurant des mots de réconfort.En: Mathis was now completely absorbed, holding Delphine's hand, murmuring words of comfort to her.Fr: Peu à peu, Delphine ouvrit les yeux, confus mais rassurée de voir ses amis près d'elle.En: Little by little, Delphine opened her eyes, confused but reassured to see her friends nearby.Fr: Clémence sourit, sa voix douce.En: Clémence smiled, her voice soft.Fr: "Tout va bien, Delphine.En: "Everything is okay, Delphine.Fr: Tu t'es juste évanouie, mais Mathis a bien veillé sur toi.En: You just fainted, but Mathis took good care of you."Fr: "Mathis sentit le courage croître en lui.En: Mathis felt courage growing within him.Fr: "Delphine, je.En: "Delphine, I...Fr: je dois te dire quelque chose.En: I need to tell you something."Fr: " Sa voix était incertaine, mais son regard était sincère.En: His voice was uncertain, but his gaze was sincere.Fr: Delphine, encore un peu pâle, prêta attention.En: Delphine, still a bit pale, paid attention.Fr: "Oui, Mathis?En: "Yes, Mathis?"Fr: ""Je t'admire depuis longtemps.En: "I have admired you for a long time.Fr: Tu m'inspires chaque jour.En: You inspire me every day.Fr: Et je crois que je t'aime," finit-il, son cœur battant la chamade.En: And I believe I love you," he finished, his heart pounding wildly.Fr: Delphine sourit, tendrement, une lueur de joie dans ses yeux.En: Delphine smiled tenderly, a glimmer of joy in her eyes.Fr: "Mathis, je ressens la même chose.En: "Mathis, I feel the same way."Fr: " Ses mots étaient simples mais remplis de chaleur.En: Her words were simple but filled with warmth.Fr: Clémence éclata de rire, taquinant Mathis avec bienveillance.En: Clémence burst out laughing, teasing Mathis good-naturedly.Fr: "Enfin!En: "Finally!Fr: Il aura fallu un petit évanouissement pour que tu parles!En: It took a little fainting spell for you to speak!"Fr: "Mathis, malgré la gêne, ressentit un grand soulagement.En: Mathis, despite his embarrassment, felt a great relief.Fr: Il avait réussi à exprimer ses émotions, à affronter sa peur.En: He had succeeded in expressing his emotions, in facing his fear.Fr: Parfois, les moments inattendus ouvrent nos cœurs de la plus belle manière.En: Sometimes, unexpected moments open our hearts in the most beautiful ways.Fr: Dans la joie de cet automne parisien, entre courage et tendresse, une nouvelle histoire commença, sous le regard bienveillant des Jardins du Luxembourg.En: In the joy of this Parisian autumn, between courage and tenderness, a new story began, under the benevolent watch of the Jardins du Luxembourg. Vocabulary Words:the tableau: le tableauthe foliage: le feuillagethe ambiance: l'ambianceintroverted: introverti/introvertiethe breath: la respirationto waver: vacillerto faint: s'évanouirto fold: se courbertrembling: tremblant/tremblantedetermined: décidé/décidéethe passerby: le passant/la passantethe glance: le regardto observe: observerthe fountain: la fontaineto kneel: s'agenouillercalm: le calmereassuring: rassurant/rassuranteabsorbed: absorbé/absorbéethe comfort: le réconfortto murmur: murmurerconfused: confus/confuseto admire: admirerto inspire: inspirerto love: aimerto succeed: réussirthe courage: le couragethe joy: la joieto tease: taquinerthe relief: le soulagementthe heart: le cœur

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Autumn Bonds: Friendship Blossoms at Rødding Efterskole Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-11-14-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Rødding Efterskole var omfavnet af træernes røde og gyldne blade.En: Rødding Efterskole was embraced by the red and golden leaves of the trees.Da: Skolen lå smukt indlejret i naturen, og efteråret gav stedet en særlig charme.En: The school was beautifully nestled in the nature, and autumn gave the place a special charm.Da: Eleverne gik mellem de gamle bygninger med deres høje vinduer, hvor man kunne se de store græsområder.En: The students walked among the old buildings with their tall windows, where one could see the large grassy areas.Da: Blandt dem var Mathias, Freja og Søren.En: Among them were Mathias, Freja, and Søren.Da: Mathias var optaget af sin biologiopgave.En: Mathias was occupied with his biology project.Da: Hans passion for naturvidenskab var stor, men tankerne om fremtiden gav ham en knude i maven.En: His passion for science was great, but thoughts about the future tied his stomach in knots.Da: Freja havde travlt med planlægningen af skoleårstidens store efterårsfestival.En: Freja was busy planning the big autumn festival of the school year.Da: Hun ønskede at vise, at hun kunne gøre noget specielt, noget der kunne måle sig med hendes ældre søskendes præstationer.En: She wanted to prove she could do something special, something that could measure up to her older siblings' achievements.Da: Søren, den nye dreng på skolen, var mere stille.En: Søren, the new boy at school, was quieter.Da: Han savnede sit hjem og skjulte en vigtig del af sig selv: sin alvorlige nøddeallergi.En: He missed his home and was hiding an important aspect of himself: his severe nut allergy.Da: Freja havde hjemmefra en liste af traditionelle danske retter til festivalen.En: Freja had a list of traditional Danish dishes for the festival from home.Da: Hun krydsede "brune kager" og "æbleflæsk" af, men tilføjede også en pakke med nødder til pynt.En: She checked off "brune kager" and "æbleflæsk," but also added a package of nuts for decoration.Da: Søren, der forbipasserede, så ikke nødderne, men han vidste, at en del af maden kunne være farlig for ham.En: Søren, who passed by, didn't see the nuts, but he knew that some of the food could be dangerous for him.Da: Han sagde dog ingenting.En: However, he said nothing.Da: Han ønskede bare at passe ind uden at være til besvær.En: He just wanted to fit in without being a bother.Da: Mathias, som ofte læste detaljer om forskellige planter og ingredienser, bemærkede listen, mens han hjalp Freja med nogle dekorationer.En: Mathias, who often read details about various plants and ingredients, noticed the list while helping Freja with some decorations.Da: Han kendte til Søren og havde ved et tilfælde set hans medicinske advarselsarmbånd.En: He knew about Søren and had accidentally seen his medical alert bracelet.Da: Mathias stod over for et valg.En: Mathias faced a choice.Da: Skulle han fortælle Freja om risikoen?En: Should he tell Freja about the risk?Da: Eller skulle han lade det være for ikke at gøre Søren flov?En: Or should he leave it alone to avoid embarrassing Søren?Da: Dagen for festivalen kom.En: The day of the festival arrived.Da: Skolens grund var fyldt med farverige lanterner, borde med mad og elever, der grinte og hyggede sig.En: The school's grounds were filled with colorful lanterns, tables of food, and students laughing and enjoying themselves.Da: Frejas arrangement var en succes.En: Freja's event was a success.Da: Midt i al virvaret så Mathias, hvordan Søren ved et uheld tog en kiks med nødder.En: In the midst of all the bustle, Mathias saw how Søren accidentally took a cookie with nuts.Da: Før nogen kunne nå at reagere, begyndte Søren at få det svært.En: Before anyone could react, Søren began to struggle.Da: Mathias handlede hurtigt.En: Mathias acted quickly.Da: Han råbte om hjælp og fik Søren væk fra mængden.En: He shouted for help and got Søren away from the crowd.Da: Han informerede personalet om allergien, og inden længe var der hjælp til stede.En: He informed the staff about the allergy, and soon help was at hand.Da: Søren fik den nødvendige medicinske opmærksomhed, og situationen blev under kontrol.En: Søren received the necessary medical attention, and the situation was brought under control.Da: Efter festivalen samledes de tre på et stille sted væk fra musikken.En: After the festival, the three gathered in a quiet place away from the music.Da: Søren takkede Mathias, mens Freja undskyldte dybt for at have overset noget så vigtigt.En: Søren thanked Mathias, while Freja apologized deeply for overlooking something so important.Da: I denne oplevelse fandt de alle noget dyrebart.En: In this experience, they all found something valuable.Da: Mathias følte sin selvtillid vokse; han havde klaret en krise.En: Mathias felt his confidence grow; he had handled a crisis.Da: Freja lærte om vigtigheden af at tage hensyn til alles særlige behov.En: Freja learned about the importance of considering everyone's special needs.Da: Og Søren, nu accepteret og tryg, begyndte at åbne sig op og fortælle om sig selv.En: And Søren, now accepted and secure, began to open up and share about himself.Da: Efteråret på Rødding Efterskole var smukt, men endnu mere inspirerende var de nye bånd mellem Mathias, Freja og Søren.En: Autumn at Rødding Efterskole was beautiful, but even more inspiring were the new bonds between Mathias, Freja, and Søren.Da: Bånd, der ville holde længere end den smukkeste efterårsdag.En: Bonds that would last longer than the most beautiful autumn day. Vocabulary Words:embraced: omfavnetgrassy: græsområderoccupied: optagetpassion: passiontied: knudeachievements: præstationerquieter: stillesevere: alvorligedecoration: pyntdangerous: farligavoid: undgåembarrassing: flovgrounds: grundlanterns: lanternerbustle: virvarstruggle: skulle kæmpereact: reagerenecessary: nødvendigeattention: opmærksomhedcontrol: kontrolvaluable: dyrebartconfidence: selvtillidconsidering: tage hensynneeds: behovaccepted: accepteretinspiring: inspirerendebonds: båndnestled: indlejrettraditional: traditionelleimportant: vigtig

For today's premiere we have the return of the poison dart frog aka GIFKIKKER, the Belgian imprint with whom we spoke a few months ago for our Label Spotlight series. Known for having a razor sharp, psychedelic edge as well as a deep connection to the natural world, they takes things in a softer direction this time with some light & airy drum & bass. You never quite know what to expect from the collective but they work hard to create a common thread of atmospheric consistency which really shows. They're also committed to showcasing local talent bubbling within the Belgian scene. The 4-track EP is the debut from Belgian newcomer Blossoms Overnight. The first track on the release, ‘Aumira', is a beautiful deep breath of ambience with sparse, floaty breakbeats peppered throughout & a steady dubby groove. It's a track for those moments when the sun just starts to come up over the horizon in the early hours of the morning, ushering in warmth & the promise of a new day. The EP includes a remix from a fellow Belgian artist a.brehme which was premiered recently by our friends over at Oslated. ‘GIFKIKKER011' is set to release digitally on November 14th. @blossomsovernight @gifkikker-bxl https://www.instagram.com/gifkikker_bxl/ Write up by @aspetuckmusic Follow us on social media: @itsdelayed linktr.ee/delayed www.delayed.nyc www.facebook.com/itsdelayed www.instagram.com/_____delayed www.youtube.com/@_____delayed Contact us: info@delayed.nyc

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Blossoms Beyond Seasons: Late Tulips Transform Winter Show Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-07-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen zachtjes over de Keukenhof op een mooie herfstdag.En: The sun softly shone over de Keukenhof on a beautiful autumn day.Nl: De bladeren vielen rustig van de bomen en bedekten de paden met een kleurrijk tapijt.En: The leaves gently fell from the trees, covering the paths with a colorful carpet.Nl: Bram, een gepassioneerde horticulteur, stond in een hoek van de uitgestrekte tuinen.En: Bram, a passionate horticulturist, stood in a corner of the expansive gardens.Nl: Hij bekeek zorgvuldig de late bloeiende tulpen die hij kweekte.En: He carefully observed the late-blooming tulips he was cultivating.Nl: Ze waren stralend en uniek, perfect voor een herfstige toon.En: They were radiant and unique, perfect for an autumnal note.Nl: Lisanne, altijd bruisend en vol ideeën, liep energiek tussen de bloemenborders door.En: Lisanne, always vibrant and full of ideas, walked energetically among the flower borders.Nl: Zij moest het winterbloemententoonstelling organiseren, en de druk was hoog.En: She had to organize the winter flower exhibition, and the pressure was high.Nl: "Frisse bloemen voor de winter, Lisanne," dacht ze, "dat is wat de mensen willen zien."En: "Fresh flowers for the winter, Lisanne," she thought, "that's what people want to see."Nl: Bram wilde echter iets anders.En: However, Bram wanted something different.Nl: Hij wilde dat de late tulpen, die nog steeds in al hun pracht bloeiden, een plekje zouden krijgen in de wintertentoonstelling.En: He wanted the late tulips, which were still blooming in all their glory, to have a place in the winter exhibition.Nl: Hij wist dat deze bloemen even veel konden betekenen als de traditionele sneeuwklokjes en kerstrozen.En: He knew these flowers could mean as much as the traditional snowdrops and Christmas roses.Nl: "Lisanne," begon Bram voorzichtig, "zou je de late tulpen in de tentoonstelling willen opnemen?"En: "Lisanne," Bram began cautiously, "would you consider including the late tulips in the exhibition?"Nl: Lisanne keek nadenkend, zichtbaar twijfelend.En: Lisanne looked thoughtful, visibly hesitating.Nl: "Ze zijn mooi, Bram, maar horen we niet bij de winterbloemen te blijven voor de tentoonstelling?"En: "They are beautiful, Bram, but shouldn't we stick to the winter flowers for the exhibition?"Nl: Bram voelde een moment van aarzeling.En: Bram felt a moment of hesitation.Nl: Hij had een idee.En: He had an idea.Nl: "Laat me je iets zien," zei hij.En: "Let me show you something," he said.Nl: De dagen erna werkte Bram aan een bijzonder bloemenperk.En: In the days that followed, Bram worked on a special flower bed.Nl: Hij plantte de late tulpen zo dat ze een prachtig schilderij vormden van kleur en vorm.En: He planted the late tulips so that they formed a beautiful painting of color and shape.Nl: Toen het af was, leidde hij Lisanne naar het veld.En: When it was finished, he led Lisanne to the field.Nl: De middagzon liet de tulpen schitteren als sterren.En: The afternoon sun made the tulips shine like stars.Nl: Bezoekers stopten en bewonderden de schoonheid.En: Visitors stopped and admired the beauty.Nl: Ook Lisanne stond versteld.En: Lisanne was also astonished.Nl: "Dit... is prachtig, Bram," fluisterde ze.En: "This... is beautiful, Bram," she whispered.Nl: De beslissing was duidelijk.En: The decision was clear.Nl: De tulpen zouden hun plaats vinden tijdens de wintertentoonstelling.En: The tulips would find their place during the winter exhibition.Nl: Lisanne zag nu de waarde van diversiteit.En: Lisanne now saw the value of diversity.Nl: Ze leerde de schoonheid van ongebruikelijke keuzes te waarderen.En: She learned to appreciate the beauty of unusual choices.Nl: En zo gebeurde het dat de wintertentoonstelling meer bezoekers trok dan ooit tevoren.En: And so it happened that the winter exhibition attracted more visitors than ever before.Nl: Mensen bewonderden de veelzijdigheid en het onverwachte van de late tulpen.En: People admired the versatility and unexpected nature of the late tulips.Nl: Bram, die nu zelfverzekerder was, glimlachte als hij zijn bloemen zag pronken naast de traditionele winterbloemen.En: Bram, now more confident, smiled as he saw his flowers shining next to the traditional winter flowers.Nl: Hij had een waardevolle les geleerd: durf te dromen en geloof in je keuzes.En: He had learned a valuable lesson: dare to dream and believe in your choices.Nl: Met het warme licht dat de tuinen verlichtte, eindigde het verhaal van een herfstige dag in de Keukenhof.En: With the warm light illuminating the gardens, the story of an autumn day in de Keukenhof came to an end.Nl: En zowel Bram als Lisanne wisten dat ze samen het verschil konden maken.En: And both Bram and Lisanne knew they could make a difference together. Vocabulary Words:softly: zachtjesshone: scheengently: rustigcovering: bedektencarpet: tapijtpassionate: gepassioneerdehorticulturist: horticulteurexpansive: uitgestrektecarefully: zorgvuldigcultivating: kweekteautumnal: herfstigevibrant: bruisendenergetically: energiekborders: bordersexhibition: tentoonstellingpressure: drukhesitating: twijfelendcautiously: voorzichtigastonished: verbaasdglory: prachtvisibly: zichtbaarhesitation: aarzelingadmired: bewonderdenastonished: versteldversatility: veelzijdigheidunexpected: onverwachteconfident: zelfverzekerdervaluable: waardevolleilluminating: verlichttedifference: verschil

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The Crystals hit number one with their version of Gene Pitney's ‘He's a Rebel' on 3rd November, 1962, but it was actually another of Phil Spector's girl-groups, The Blossoms, who had recorded the song. The two groups never even met, until awkwardly posing together for Spector's iconic Christmas album cover. Lead singer Darlene Love, realising her $5,000 fee was a fraction of what the song had made, demanded royalties - leading Spector to turn his attention to The Ronettes instead… Arion, Rebecca and Olly discover how the success of He's A Rebel led to Spector's absurd 10-minute “swan song” Let's Do the Screw, a parting blow to his business partners; explain why Love changed her name by deed poll; and consider how Spector's “Wall of Sound” Spector created a major impact, but at the expense of his artists' well-being… Further Reading: • 'Darlene Love Remembers Phil Spector, Their Thorny Relationship' (Billboard, 2021): https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/darlene-love-remembers-phil-spector-9512712/ • ‘The Voices Of Black Women Were Essential To Phil Spector's Wall Of Sound' (NPR, 2021): https://www.npr.org/2021/01/21/959057719/the-voices-of-black-women-were-essential-to-phil-spectors-wall-of-sound • ‘The Crystals - He's a Rebel' (Philles, 1962): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waRbcqP4cUI Love the show? Support us!  Join 

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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Love Blossoms Over Tea in Yerushalayim's Festive Sukkah Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-10-21-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: ברחוב קטן בירושלים, שריחות התבלינים והקפה התערבבו בריח העלים שנפלו, הייתה חנות תה מיוחדת בשם "עלה של זהב".En: On a small street in Yerushalayim, where the scents of spices and coffee mixed with the smell of fallen leaves, there was a special tea shop named "Aleh Shel Zahav".He: זו הייתה חנות קטנה ומיוחדת, מלאה בקישוטים צבעוניים ואורות קטנים שנראו כמו כוכבים.En: It was a small and unique shop, full of colorful decorations and small lights that looked like stars.He: בחצר הייתה סוכה קטנה, מלאה בצחוק ובשמחה של חג סוכות.En: In the courtyard, there was a small sukkah, filled with the laughter and joy of the Chag Sukkot.He: אביאל, צעיר שקט ומלא מחשבות, ישב ליד שולחן קרוב לחלון.En: Aviel, a quiet and contemplative young man, sat at a table near the window.He: דליה, חברה תוססת ומלאת חיים, הייתה מולו.En: Dalia, a lively and vibrant friend, was across from him.He: היא דיברה על הטיול הקרוב שלה לאירופה.En: She was talking about her upcoming trip to Europe.He: אביאל הרגיש כאילו ליבו מחפש מילים, אבל גרונו לא שיתף פעולה.En: Aviel felt as if his heart was searching for words, but his throat did not cooperate.He: הוא רצה להגיד לה משהו חשוב.En: He wanted to tell her something important.He: אבל החנות הייתה עמוסה.En: But the shop was crowded.He: אנשים נכנסו אמרו "שלום", ברכו ב"חג שמח", וחזרו לשולחנותיהם.En: People entered and said "hello", greeted with "happy holiday," and returned to their tables.He: אביאל נשם עמוק, מביט בדליה.En: Aviel took a deep breath, looking at Dalia.He: העיניים שלה ברקו אף יותר מהאורות הצבעוניים.En: Her eyes sparkled even more than the colorful lights.He: הוא החל לומר משהו, אך חבורה של חברים ותיקים נכנסה וקטעה את דבריו.En: He began to say something, but a group of old friends entered and interrupted his words.He: החבורה השמחה חיבקה אותם והתיישבה בשולחן קרוב.En: The cheerful group hugged them and sat at a nearby table.He: "אביאל, אתה בסדר?En: "Aviel, are you okay?"He: " שאלה דליה בתקווה.En: Dalia asked hopefully.He: הוא חייך, אבל ליבו פעם בחוזקה.En: He smiled, but his heart was beating hard.He: בדיוק כשדליה הניפה את התיק שלה, מתכוננת ללכת, אביאל הבין שהזמן שלו אזל.En: Just as Dalia swung her bag, preparing to leave, Aviel realized that his time was running out.He: הוא חש בלחץ הזמן, אך גם בהתלהבות.En: He felt the pressure of time, but also the excitement.He: "דליה," הוא אמר לפתע, קולו רעד קמעא, "אני רוצה שתישארי.En: "Dalia," he suddenly said, his voice trembling slightly, "I want you to stay.He: אני מרגיש משהו מיוחד כלפייך.En: I feel something special for you."He: " דליה נעצרה.En: Dalia stopped.He: היא התבוננה לתוך עיניו, מופתעת.En: She looked into his eyes, surprised.He: "באמת?En: "Really?"He: " היא חשפה חיוך רחב, "גם אני מרגישה ככה.En: She revealed a wide smile, "I feel the same way.He: לא ידעתי איך לומר לך.En: I didn't know how to tell you."He: "המילים האלו מילאו את לבו של אביאל בתחושת ביטחון שלא הכיר.En: Those words filled Aviel's heart with a sense of confidence he didn't recognize.He: חנות התה הצפופה והמהומה הפכו לרקע נעים לרגע האישי הזה ביניהם.En: The crowded and chaotic tea shop became a pleasant backdrop for this personal moment between them.He: דליה הניחה את תיקה.En: Dalia set her bag down.He: "אולי זה לא הזמן לטיול," היא אמרה, נדלקת מהרעיון החדש.En: "Maybe it's not the time for a trip," she said, excited by the new idea.He: הרוח נישאה בתוך החנות, משחקת בעלים ובאורות.En: The wind was carried into the shop, playing with the leaves and lights.He: אביאל הביט בדליה, בידיעה שהחלטות קטנות יכולות לשנות את החיים.En: Aviel looked at Dalia, knowing that small decisions can change lives.He: הוא למד, לפעמים, פשוט צריך לתפוס את הרגע - אפילו בחנות תה עמוסה בירושלים בעונת הסוכות.En: He learned that sometimes, one just needs to seize the moment - even in a crowded tea shop in Yerushalayim during the season of Sukkot. Vocabulary Words:scents: ריחותspices: תבליניםcontemplative: מלא מחשבותvibrant: מלאת חייםupcoming: הקרובcrowded: עמוסהsparkled: ברקוinterrupted: קטעהtrembling: רעדconfidence: ביטחוןrecognize: להכירexcitement: התלהבותsurprised: מופתעתpleasant: נעיםdecision: החלטותseize: לתפוסbackdrop: רקעcourtyard: חצרunique: מיוחדתdecorations: קישוטיםcooperate: שיתף פעולהtremulous: קמעאrevealed: חשפהconfidence: ביטחוןfelt: רצהdistinct: מיוחדperceived: חשexpress: להגידreside: לשבתingenuity: נדלקתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Love Blossoms in the Sculptures of Vigelandsparken Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-18-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: I Vigelandsparken tidlig en oktober morgen slo høstsolen gjennom fargerike løvtrær.En: In Vigelandsparken, early on an October morning, the autumn sun broke through the colorful trees.No: Parken var fylt med skulpturer i alle former og størrelser, hver med sin egen historie.En: The park was filled with sculptures of all shapes and sizes, each with its own story.No: Sigrid gikk sakte mellom dem.En: Sigrid walked slowly among them.No: Hun lette etter en idé til sitt kunstprosjekt, men tankene vendte seg ofte mot Lars.En: She was searching for an idea for her art project, but her thoughts often turned to Lars.No: Lars jobbet som guide i parken og kjente hver statue godt.En: Lars worked as a guide in the park and knew each statue well.No: Han var alltid glad for å treffe Sigrid.En: He was always happy to meet Sigrid.No: Hun var hans gamle venn og mer enn det, hun var også kvinnen han hadde sterke følelser for.En: She was his old friend and more than that, she was also the woman he had strong feelings for.No: Han visste ikke hvordan han skulle fortelle henne.En: He didn't know how to tell her.No: Ingrid, kollegaen hans, la ofte merke til hvor nervøs Lars ble rundt Sigrid.En: Ingrid, his colleague, often noticed how nervous Lars became around Sigrid.No: Hun så på vennene sine med et stille smil, vel vitende om at noe måtte skje mellom dem snart.En: She watched her friends with a quiet smile, well aware that something would have to happen between them soon.No: Sigrid stoppet foran Monolitten, parkens mest kjente skulptur.En: Sigrid stopped in front of Monolitten, the park's most famous sculpture.No: Hun spekulerte på hvordan hun kunne fange essensen av kunsten i sitt prosjekt.En: She speculated on how she could capture the essence of the art in her project.No: Men så, uten å tenke, begynte hun å klatre opp på sokkelen.En: But then, without thinking, she began to climb up the pedestal.No: Hun ville få en bedre utsikt over parken og ble så oppslukt at hun glemte alt annet.En: She wanted a better view over the park and became so engrossed that she forgot everything else.No: Lars, som ga en gruppe turister en omvisning, så Sigrid.En: Lars, who was giving a tour to a group of tourists, saw Sigrid.No: Han forlot gruppen og løp mot skulpturen.En: He left the group and ran towards the sculpture.No: "Sigrid!En: "Sigrid!No: Hva gjør du?En: What are you doing?"No: " Ropte han med en blanding av bekymring og forundring.En: he shouted with a mix of worry and wonder.No: Sigrid snudde seg, hennes hjerte slo fort.En: Sigrid turned, her heart racing.No: "Lars!En: "Lars!No: Jeg vet ikke.En: I don't know...No: Jeg følte bare.En: I just felt...No: Jeg trengte en annen vinkel.En: I needed a different angle."No: ""Du kan ikke bare klatre opp der.En: "You can't just climb up there.No: Hva om du faller?En: What if you fall?"No: " sa Lars og rakte ut en hånd for å hjelpe henne ned.En: Lars said, reaching out a hand to help her down.No: Med et nervøst smil tok Sigrid hånden hans.En: With a nervous smile, Sigrid took his hand.No: Da hun var trygt nede, ble de stående stille.En: Once she was safely down, they stood still.No: Det var en spent stillhet.En: There was a tense silence.No: Lars trakk pusten dypt.En: Lars took a deep breath.No: "Sigrid, jeg trenger å si noe viktig.En: "Sigrid, I need to say something important."No: " Han stirret inn i øynene hennes.En: He looked into her eyes.No: Med hjertet i halsen ventet Sigrid.En: With her heart in her throat, Sigrid waited.No: "Jeg har hatt følelser for deg i lang tid," sa Lars endelig.En: "I've had feelings for you for a long time," Lars finally said.No: "Det er vanskelig å si, men jeg vil at du skal vite det.En: "It's hard to say, but I want you to know."No: "Sigrids tanker flommet over.En: Sigrid's thoughts overflowed.No: Uventede følelser blomstret opp, og det tok henne et øyeblikk å svare.En: Unexpected feelings blossomed, and it took her a moment to respond.No: "Lars, jeg føler det samme," innrømmet hun med et forsiktig smil.En: "Lars, I feel the same," she admitted with a cautious smile.No: "Jeg har bare aldri visst hva jeg skulle gjøre med det.En: "I just never knew what to do about it."No: "Ingrid betraktet dem fra avstand, lettet over at de to endelig snakket ut.En: Ingrid watched them from a distance, relieved that the two finally talked it out.No: Med en ny følelse av klarhet vendte Sigrid tilbake til kunsten.En: With a new sense of clarity, Sigrid returned to the art.No: Deres ærlige utveksling hadde åpnet nye veier i tankene hennes.En: Their honest exchange had opened new paths in her mind.No: Hun fant inspirasjon til både sitt prosjekt og sin fremtid med Lars.En: She found inspiration for both her project and her future with Lars.No: Sammen gikk de videre gjennom parken, med en ny forståelse og vilje til å utforske både kunsten og følelsene sammen.En: Together, they continued through the park, with a new understanding and willingness to explore both the art and their feelings together.No: Det var en frisk start i høstluften, der kjærlighet og kreativitet kunne vokse hånd i hånd.En: It was a fresh start in the autumn air, where love and creativity could grow hand in hand. Vocabulary Words:dawned: sloautumn: høstpedestal: sokkelsculptures: skulpturerspeculated: spekulerteengrossed: oppslukttourists: turistermixed: blandingworry: bekymringwonder: forundringintentions: hensikterblossomed: blomstretessence: essensstatue: statueawareness: bevissthetoverwhelmed: flommet overrelieved: lettetmonument: monumentintentions: hensikterunderstanding: forståelsewillingness: viljecreativity: kreativitetdifficult: vanskeligaforementioned: nevntepaths: veierexchange: utvekslingclarity: klarhetcapture: fangerealized: innsåguidance: veiledning

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Finding Calm: How Friendship Blossoms Amidst Cultural Celebration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-10-17-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol brillaba cálido sobre el Jardín Botánico de Buenos Aires.En: The sun shone warmly over the Jardín Botánico de Buenos Aires.Es: Era primavera, y el jardín era un espectáculo de flores coloridas.En: It was spring, and the garden was a spectacle of colorful flowers.Es: Las familias caminaban por los senderos, admirando la variedad de plantas.En: Families walked along the paths, admiring the variety of plants.Es: A lo lejos, se escuchaban las risas de niños jugando.En: In the distance, the laughter of children playing could be heard.Es: En un rincón más tranquilo del jardín, Mateo caminaba con Elena.En: In a quieter corner of the garden, Mateo walked with Elena.Es: Él notó su respiración rápida y vio sus manos temblorosas.En: He noticed her rapid breathing and saw her trembling hands.Es: Elena, con los ojos llenos de ansiedad, se sentía abrumada.En: Elena, with eyes full of anxiety, felt overwhelmed.Es: Estaba organizando el evento del Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural y todas las responsabilidades la aplastaban.En: She was organizing the Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural event and all the responsibilities were weighing heavily on her.Es: Mateo paseaba junto a ella, sintiéndose impotente.En: Mateo walked beside her, feeling helpless.Es: Quería ayudarla, pero no estaba seguro de cómo.En: He wanted to help her but wasn't sure how.Es: José, su amigo común, les había dicho que estaría cerca por si necesitaban algo.En: José, their mutual friend, had told them he would be nearby if they needed anything.Es: Mateo decidió que lo mejor era encontrar un lugar tranquilo.En: Mateo decided that the best thing to do was to find a quiet place.Es: Así, guiados por el canto suave de las aves, llegaron a un rincón sereno del jardín, rodeado de magnolias.En: Thus, guided by the gentle song of birds, they reached a serene corner of the garden, surrounded by magnolias.Es: "Elena," dijo Mateo con voz suave, "vamos a sentarnos aquí un momento."En: "Elena," Mateo said softly, "let's sit here for a moment."Es: Elena asintió, intentando calmarse.En: Elena nodded, trying to calm down.Es: Mateo la miró con preocupación.En: Mateo looked at her with concern.Es: "Trata de respirar profundo.En: "Try to breathe deeply.Es: Mira las flores, cómo se balancean con el viento."En: Look at the flowers, how they sway with the wind."Es: Elena enfocó su mirada en una flor rosa brillante.En: Elena focused her gaze on a bright pink flower.Es: Inhaló lentamente, sintiendo el aire fresco llenarla de calma.En: She inhaled slowly, feeling the fresh air fill her with calm.Es: Mateo continuó, "Recuerda por qué haces esto.En: Mateo continued, "Remember why you're doing this.Es: Celebramos lo hermoso y fuerte de nuestras culturas.En: We celebrate the beautiful and strong aspects of our cultures.Es: Así como estas flores, nuestra herencia es resistente."En: Like these flowers, our heritage is resilient."Es: Poco a poco, Elena sintió que la presión en su pecho disminuía.En: Little by little, Elena felt the pressure in her chest decrease.Es: Sus hombros dejaron caer la tensión acumulada.En: Her shoulders released the accumulated tension.Es: Miró a Mateo con gratitud, los ojos brillando con un nuevo entendimiento.En: She looked at Mateo with gratitude, her eyes shining with a new understanding.Es: "Gracias, Mateo," dijo, con una sonrisa pequeña pero sincera.En: "Thank you, Mateo," she said, with a small but sincere smile.Es: Mateo se sintió más seguro en su habilidad para consolar a sus amigos.En: Mateo felt more confident in his ability to comfort his friends.Es: Sabía que a veces, solo estar presente era suficiente.En: He knew that sometimes, just being there was enough.Es: Luego, se dirigieron al área principal.En: Then, they headed to the main area.Es: José les esperaba, sonriendo al ver que Elena parecía más tranquila.En: José was waiting for them, smiling upon seeing that Elena seemed calmer.Es: Los tres, juntos, continuaron planeando el evento, ahora con renovada energía, seguros de poder apoyar la diversidad cultural como un equipo.En: The three of them, together, continued planning the event, now with renewed energy, confident in their ability to support cultural diversity as a team.Es: Mientras las luces del día empezaban a suavizarse, el jardín se llenaba de una nueva paz.En: As the day's lights began to soften, the garden filled with a new peace.Es: La primavera, como la amistad, traía su propio tipo de renovación, recordándoles a todos que no estaban solos.En: Spring, like friendship, brought its own kind of renewal, reminding everyone that they weren't alone. Vocabulary Words:sun: el solwarm: cálidospring: la primaveraspectacle: el espectáculopath: el senderodistance: la distancialaughter: las risasquieter: más tranquilocorner: el rincónbreathing: la respiracióntrembling: temblorosohands: las manosanxiety: la ansiedadoverwhelmed: abrumadoresponsibility: la responsabilidadhelpless: impotentenearby: cercagentle: suavesong: el cantobird: el aveserene: serenomagnolia: la magnoliacalm: la calmapressure: la presiónchest: el pechotension: la tensióngratitude: la gratitudunderstanding: el entendimientorenewal: la renovaciónpeace: la paz

On this week's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by pop icon Rick Astley, whose legendary 1987 hit “Never Gonna Give You Up” made him one of the most recognizable voices in music history. The trio dive deep into Rick's incredible career—from making tea at the studios of Stock Aitken Waterman to becoming a global superstar and internet meme decades later.Rick opens up about the early days of fame, the pressures of the pop world, his shock retirement at 27, and the unexpected comeback that reignited his career. Expect laughs, confessions, and heartfelt reflections as they discuss everything from performing with Blossoms at Glastonbury to meeting Elton John and Paul McCartney.It's a nostalgic, hilarious, and surprisingly moving chat that proves legends really never give you up.00:00:00 — Opening banter & NFL recap00:05:25 — “Not listening” / banister anecdote00:11:09 — Heartfelt listener message (love & step-mom reveal)00:15:10 — Rick Astley joins the podcast00:17:00 — Rick on recent gigs & the YouTube celebration00:19:20 — Karaoke/duet fiasco story00:21:40 — On being a musician: instruments, drums, studio life00:27:30 — Origin of “Never Gonna Give You Up”00:31:57 — How life changed after the hit00:43:50 — Why he quit at 27 — the long break00:54:55 — Foo Fighters / Dave Grohl moment01:05:29 — Reflection & closing Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/ For more from Peterhttps://twitter.com/petercrouchFor more from Abbeyhttps://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancyOur clips channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg#TheTherapyCrouch #AbbeyAndPete #RelationshipAdvice #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Autumn Confessions: Love Blossoms on the Amalfi Coast Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-11-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Az ősz beköszöntött az Amalfi-parton, ahol a narancs és sárga levelek színesítették a tájat.En: Autumn arrived on the Amalfi Coast, where the orange and yellow leaves colored the landscape.Hu: A tenger mélykékje mindenkit elbűvölt, akik a part mentén sétáltak.En: The deep blue of the sea enchanted everyone who walked along the shore.Hu: Zoltán és Éva régóta barátok voltak.En: Zoltán and Éva had been friends for a long time.Hu: Egy csoport közös barátjukkal érkeztek a festői tájra.En: They arrived with a group of mutual friends to the picturesque scenery.Hu: Éva mindig kalandos szellem volt.En: Éva always had an adventurous spirit.Hu: Most is előreszaladt, miközben Zoltán lassan andalgott mögötte, elmerülve saját gondolataiban.En: Even now, she ran ahead while Zoltán strolled leisurely behind her, lost in his own thoughts.Hu: Évek óta érzett valamit Éva iránt, ami többről szólt, mint barátság.En: For years, he had felt something for Éva that went beyond friendship.Hu: Soha nem volt elég bátor ahhoz, hogy ezt elmondja neki.En: He had never been brave enough to tell her.Hu: Félt a visszautasítástól.En: He was afraid of rejection.Hu: Rettegett attól, hogy elveszíti Éva barátságát.En: He was terrified of losing Éva's friendship.Hu: Most azonban, a szellő és a hullámok lágy hangjai között, úgy érezte, hogy eljött az idő.En: Now, however, amidst the gentle sounds of the breeze and waves, he felt that the time had come.Hu: Éva, bár nem tudott Zoltán érzéseiről, nemrég kezdte elgondolkodni, hogy talán van valami több is kettejük között.En: Éva, although unaware of Zoltán's feelings, had recently started to wonder if there might be something more between them.Hu: Mostanában egy bonyolult kapcsolatban volt, de Zoltán mindig is különleges helyet foglalt el a szívében.En: She was currently in a complicated relationship, but Zoltán had always held a special place in her heart.Hu: Egyik délután a csoport a part mentén sétált, amikor Zoltán és Éva egy kis, eldugott strandra tévedtek.En: One afternoon, the group was walking along the shore when Zoltán and Éva wandered onto a small, secluded beach.Hu: A többiek lemaradtak, így ketten maradtak a csendben, csak a tenger halk zúgása hallatszott.En: The others lagged behind, leaving the two of them alone in the silence, with only the soft murmuring of the sea audible.Hu: "Itt gyönyörű" – mondta Éva mosolyogva.En: "It's beautiful here," Éva said with a smile.Hu: "Te mit gondolsz, Zoltán?En: "What do you think, Zoltán?"Hu: ""Éva… szeretnék neked mondani valamit.En: "Éva… I want to tell you something."Hu: " Zoltán szíve hevesen dobogott, majd nagy levegőt vett.En: Zoltán's heart was pounding as he took a deep breath.Hu: "Évek óta gondolok ránk, nem csak mint barátokra," kezdte félénken.En: "I've been thinking about us for years, not just as friends," he began timidly.Hu: "Nagyon bátor lenne részemről azt mondani, hogy szerelmes vagyok beléd.En: "It would be very bold of me to say that I'm in love with you."Hu: "Éva szava elakadt a döbbenettől.En: Éva was struck dumb with astonishment.Hu: Sosem gondolta volna, hogy Zoltán így érez.En: She had never imagined that Zoltán felt this way.Hu: Zoltán nyitott, őszinte tekintete egyfajta nyugalmat árasztott.En: Zoltán's open, honest gaze exuded a sense of calm.Hu: Zoltán kitartóan nézett a szemébe, és Éva érezte a hitelességet a szavaiban.En: Zoltán looked persistently into her eyes, and Éva sensed the authenticity in his words.Hu: "Én…" kezdte Éva, próbálva megfogalmazni érzelmeit.En: "I…" Éva began, trying to articulate her feelings.Hu: "Sosem gondoltam volna, de az utóbbi időben, én is elgondolkodtam arról, hogy talán van több is köztünk, mint barátság.En: "I never would have thought, but lately, I've been wondering if there's more between us than just friendship."Hu: "Mindketten csendben álltak egy pillanatig, ahogy az ősz szellő játszadozott körülöttük.En: Both stood in silence for a moment as the autumn breeze played around them.Hu: Tudták, hogy ez komoly beszélgetést igényel, különösen Éva bonyolult kapcsolata miatt.En: They knew this required a serious conversation, especially considering Éva's complicated relationship.Hu: De ez az őszinte pillanat megnyitotta az ajtót számukra egy új lehetőség előtt.En: But this honest moment opened the door for them to a new possibility.Hu: Eldöntötték, hogy együtt fognak beszélni a lehetőségekről és a jövőről, miközben sétáltak vissza a csoporthoz.En: They decided to talk together about the possibilities and the future as they walked back to the group.Hu: Zoltán érezte, hogy a szíve könnyebb lett, és Éva új szemmel nézett barátjára.En: Zoltán felt his heart become lighter, and Éva looked at her friend with new eyes.Hu: Ez az út talán nem várt eredményt hozott, de mindkettejük életét új irányba terelte.En: This trip may have brought an unexpected outcome, but it steered both their lives in a new direction.Hu: A partvidék naplementében fürdőző színei között Zoltán és Éva kezdték újragondolni, mit is jelent számukra a barátság és a szerelem ezen a varázslatos helyen, ahol minden lehetségesnek tűnt.En: Amidst the sunset-drenched colors of the coastline, Zoltán and Éva began to rethink what friendship and love meant to them in this magical place where everything seemed possible. Vocabulary Words:leisurely: lassanenchanted: elbűvöltpicturesque: festőiadventurous: kalandosbreeze: szellőterrified: rettegettmutual: közöswandered: tévedteksecluded: eldugottmurmuring: halk zúgásapounding: hevesen dobogotttimidly: félénkenbold: bátorastonishment: döbbenetarticulate: megfogalmazniauthenticity: hitelességpossibilities: lehetőségekrőldrenched: fürdőzőrethink: újragondolniamidst: közöttgentle: lágybewildered: megzavarodottstunned: megszégyenültcomplicated: bonyolultafraid: féltsilent: csendbenheld: foglalt elpersistent: kitartóanserious: komolyoutcome: eredmény

The Song of Solomon was likely written by King Solomon early in his reign. Despite the way his wives multiplied later in life, Solomon's song speaks of the joy of marriage between one man and one woman. As the bride and the bridegroom speak to one another, they await with joy their coming marriage and praise the excellent qualities of each other. Throughout the Song, the love between Solomon and his bride provides a picture of the love that exists between Christ and His Church.  Rev. David Boisclair, pastor at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Overland, MO, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Song of Solomon 1:1-17.  To learn more about Our Redeemer Lutheran, visit ourredeemerstl.org. “God's Gift of Marriage” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that studies the Song of Solomon and other key texts from the Bible concerning marriage. Although the world is terribly confused concerning what marriage is, God's Word reveals how good a gift marriage truly is and points us to the relationship between Christ, the Bridegroom, and His Church, the Bride.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Blossoms & Brushes: A Serendipitous Tale of Art & Botany Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-01-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De laatste stralen van de herfstzon glipten door de bomen van de Keukenhof.En: The last rays of the autumn sun slipped through the trees of the Keukenhof.Nl: Het was een frisse, heldere dag.En: It was a crisp, clear day.Nl: De grond was bedekt met een tapijt van rood en oranje bladeren.En: The ground was covered with a carpet of red and orange leaves.Nl: De lucht rook naar natte aarde en ver weg hoorde je het zachte ritselen van bladeren.En: The air smelled of damp earth, and in the distance, one could hear the gentle rustling of leaves.Nl: Sven, een stille kunstenaar, zat op een houten bankje langs een kronkelend pad.En: Sven, a quiet artist, sat on a wooden bench along a winding path.Nl: Hij keek naar de bloemen en pakte zijn schetsboek.En: He gazed at the flowers and picked up his sketchbook.Nl: Elke bloem leek met zorg te zijn neergezet, elk blaadje perfect.En: Each flower seemed to be placed with care, each leaf perfect.Nl: In de tuin liep Anika, een jonge botanist.En: In the garden walked Anika, a young botanist.Nl: Haar ogen glinsterden als ze aan bloemen rook en aantekeningen maakte.En: Her eyes sparkled as she smelled the flowers and took notes.Nl: Anika was er niet alleen om onderzoek te doen.En: Anika wasn't just there for research.Nl: Ze hoopte iemand te vinden met wie ze over bloemen kon praten.En: She hoped to find someone with whom she could talk about flowers.Nl: Terwijl Sven schetste, staarde hij naar een zeldzame bloem.En: While Sven sketched, he stared at a rare flower.Nl: Het was de Amaryllis, met haar diepe rode kleur en sterke steel.En: It was the Amaryllis, with its deep red color and strong stem.Nl: Toen verscheen Anika.En: Then Anika appeared.Nl: “Prachtige Amaryllis, nietwaar?” vroeg ze opgewekt.En: “Beautiful Amaryllis, isn't it?” she asked cheerfully.Nl: Sven knikte schuchter.En: Sven nodded shyly.Nl: Hij was gewend alleen te zijn met zijn kunst.En: He was used to being alone with his art.Nl: Toch voelde hij een zekere nieuwsgierigheid naar Anika.En: Yet, he felt a certain curiosity toward Anika.Nl: Ze straalde enthousiasme uit.En: She exuded enthusiasm.Nl: Anika begon over de bloemen te vertellen.En: Anika began to talk about the flowers.Nl: Haar passie voor de planten werkte aanstekelijk.En: Her passion for plants was infectious.Nl: Sven vond zich al luisterend, zijn potlood hangend boven het papier.En: Sven found himself listening, his pencil hovering above the paper.Nl: Anika legde de zeldzaamheid en het belang van de Amaryllis uit.En: Anika explained the rarity and significance of the Amaryllis.Nl: Sven voelde iets ontwaken in zich.En: Sven felt something awaken within him.Nl: Hier was iemand die zijn natuurlijke stille liefde voor de natuur leek te begrijpen.En: Here was someone who seemed to understand his natural quiet love for nature.Nl: Toen Anika merkte dat Sven geïnteresseerd raakte, voelde ze hoop.En: When Anika noticed that Sven was becoming interested, she felt hopeful.Nl: Misschien had ze eindelijk iemand gevonden die haar passie begreep.En: Maybe she had finally found someone who understood her passion.Nl: Ze vroeg voorzichtig, “Zou je me je schetsen willen laten zien?” Sven aarzelde, maar besloot Anika zijn tekeningen te tonen.En: She asked cautiously, “Would you like to show me your sketches?” Sven hesitated but decided to show Anika his drawings.Nl: Ze bewonderde zijn werk oprechte belangstelling.En: She admired his work with genuine interest.Nl: "Deze kleuren zijn perfect!En: "These colors are perfect!"Nl: ", zei ze.En: she said.Nl: Sven bloosde, maar voelde trots.En: Sven blushed but felt proud.Nl: Hun gesprek gleed moeiteloos van bloemen naar kunst.En: Their conversation smoothly flowed from flowers to art.Nl: Langzaam maar zeker ontstond er een band.En: Slowly but surely, a bond formed.Nl: Anika deelde haar situatie met planten-studies en Sven zijn zoektocht naar inspiratie.En: Anika shared her situation with plant studies, and Sven his quest for inspiration.Nl: Tegen het einde van de middag wisselden ze telefoonnummers uit.En: By the end of the afternoon, they exchanged phone numbers.Nl: De zon begon te zakken achter de horizon toen Sven en Anika afscheid namen.En: The sun began to set behind the horizon as Sven and Anika said goodbye.Nl: Ze hadden ideeën over samenwerking en misschien wel meer.En: They had ideas about collaboration and perhaps more.Nl: Terwijl hij wegliep, voelde Sven een nieuwe inspiratie tot leven komen.En: As he walked away, Sven felt a new inspiration come to life.Nl: Niet alleen voor zijn kunst, maar ook voor een nieuw soort verbinding.En: Not only for his art but also for a new kind of connection.Nl: Anika voelde hetzelfde en liep met een glimlach naar de volgende bloemenperkje.En: Anika felt the same and walked with a smile to the next flower bed.Nl: Zo begon een nieuw hoofdstuk voor hen beiden, waar kunst en wetenschap samenkwamen in een kleurrijke herfsttuin.En: And so began a new chapter for both of them, where art and science came together in a colorful autumn garden. Vocabulary Words:rays: stralencrisp: frissecarpet: tapijtdamp: natterustling: ritselenwinding: kronkelendgazed: keekrare: zeldzamesketchbook: schetsboekexuded: straaldeinfectious: aanstekelijkawaken: ontwakenhesitated: aarzeldegenuine: oprechteblushed: bloosdesmoothly: moeiteloosbond: bandcollaboration: samenwerkinginspiration: inspiratieconnection: verbindingsparkled: glinsterdensignificance: belangenthusiasm: enthousiasmehovering: hangendadmired: bewonderdeflowed: gleedquest: zoektochthorizon: horizonbed: bloemenperkjechapter: hoofdstuk

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 - Korean: Love Blossoms Under Autumn Skies: A Seoul Story Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-10-01-22-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울의 가을은 아름다웠다.En: Autumn in Seoul was beautiful.Ko: 나무들은 붉은색과 노란색으로 물들고, 바람은 산뜻했다.En: The trees were painted in red and yellow hues, and the breeze was refreshing.Ko: 남산타워의 주위 풍경이 마치 그림 같았다.En: The scenery around Namsan Tower looked like a painting.Ko: 추석이라 가족들이 곳곳에 모여 놀고, 전통 음악이 가볍게 들렸다.En: Since it was Chuseok, families gathered everywhere to have fun, and traditional music could be heard lightly in the background.Ko: 이곳에서는 한 쌍의 소년, 소녀가 함께 첫 데이트를 하기로 했다.En: In this place, a pair of boy and girl decided to have their first date together.Ko: 현수는 남산타워에 서 있었다.En: Hyunsoo stood at Namsan Tower.Ko: 그는 긴장을 감추지 못했다.En: He couldn't hide his nervousness.Ko: 민지와의 첫 데이트였다.En: It was his first date with Minji.Ko: 현수는 좋은 인상을 남기고 싶다는 생각으로 가득했다.En: His mind was full of thoughts of making a good impression.Ko: 문제는 민지가 아침부터 몸이 안 좋았다는 것이다.En: The problem was that Minji hadn't been feeling well since the morning.Ko: 하지만 민지는 현수와의 데이트를 기대하며 마음속 불편함을 숨기고 있었다.En: However, she was looking forward to the date with Hyunsoo and was hiding her discomfort inside.Ko: 두 사람은 타워 꼭대기에 올라가 서울의 스카이라인을 바라봤다.En: The two of them went up to the top of the tower and gazed at Seoul's skyline.Ko: "너무 아름다워," 민지가 조용히 말했다.En: "It's so beautiful," Minji said quietly.Ko: 하지만 그녀의 얼굴은 약간 창백했다.En: But her face was slightly pale.Ko: 현수는 눈치챘다.En: Hyunsoo noticed.Ko: "괜찮아?En: "Are you okay?"Ko: " 그는 걱정스럽게 물었다.En: he asked worriedly.Ko: 민지는 잠시 망설였다.En: Minji hesitated for a moment.Ko: "사실 조금 어지러워," 그녀는 솔직하게 말했다.En: "Actually, I'm a bit dizzy," she said honestly.Ko: 현수는 즉시 그녀의 곁에 가까이 다가갔다.En: Hyunsoo immediately moved closer to her side.Ko: "쉬어야 할 것 같아.En: "I think you should rest.Ko: 여기 오래 서 있지 말자.En: Let's not stand here too long."Ko: " 그는 주변을 둘러보고, 가까운 벤치를 찾았다.En: He looked around and found a nearby bench.Ko: 민지가 걷는 동안 약간 비틀거렸다.En: While walking, Minji staggered slightly.Ko: 갑자기 민지가 정신이 아찔해졌다.En: Suddenly, Minji felt faint.Ko: 현수는 민지를 빠르게 잡아주었다.En: Hyunsoo quickly caught her.Ko: 가까스로 벤치에 앉혀주는 데 성공했다.En: He managed to sit her down on the bench.Ko: 민지는 깊게 숨을 쉬며 안정을 찾으려 노력했다.En: She took deep breaths, trying to regain her composure.Ko: 현수는 그녀 옆에 앉아 팔짱을 끼고 있었다.En: Hyunsoo sat next to her with his arms crossed.Ko: "미안해," 민지가 조심스럽게 말했다.En: "I'm sorry," Minji said cautiously.Ko: "첫 데이트인데 내가 잘못해서…"현수는 미소를 지었다.En: "I messed up our first date..." Hyunsoo smiled.Ko: "아니야, 네가 중요해.En: "No, you're what matters.Ko: 네가 편안했으면 좋겠어.En: I just want you to be comfortable."Ko: " 그는 담요를 펼쳐 그녀 목에 살짝 감싸주었다.En: He gently wrapped a blanket around her shoulders.Ko: 주변의 아름다운 풍경과 따뜻한 햇살이 두 사람을 감싸 안았다.En: The beautiful surrounding scenery and warm sunshine enveloped them.Ko: 그곳에서 시간이 천천히 흘렀다.En: Time passed slowly there.Ko: 민지는 현수에게 추석에 대한 가족 이야기와 명절 전통에 대해 이야기했다.En: Minji shared stories about her family and holiday traditions during Chuseok with Hyunsoo.Ko: 현수도 어릴 적의 추석 연휴의 기억을 공유했다.En: Hyunsoo also shared his childhood memories of the Chuseok holidays.Ko: 그들은 서로의 이야기에 깊이 몰입했다.En: They were deeply immersed in each other's stories.Ko: 시간이 지나면서, 현수는 민지를 돌보며 그들의 관계가 깊어질 수 있음을 느꼈다.En: As time went by, Hyunsoo felt that he could grow closer to Minji by taking care of her.Ko: 민지도 현수의 따뜻함과 배려를 느끼며 안심했다.En: Minji also felt reassured by Hyunsoo's warmth and consideration.Ko: "현수, 너 정말 친절해," 그녀는 부드럽게 말했다.En: "You're really kind, Hyunsoo," she said softly.Ko: "고마워, 하지만 네가 나한테 많은 걸 가르쳐 줘," 현수가 대답했다.En: "Thank you, but you teach me a lot too," Hyunsoo replied.Ko: 그렇게 두 사람은 남산타워의 벤치에서 서로를 더 잘 이해하게 되었다.En: Thus, the two of them came to understand each other better on the bench at Namsan Tower.Ko: 그들의 첫 데이트는 예상치 못한 전환으로 끝났지만, 그 전환이 그들의 관계를 강하게 만들었다.En: Their first date ended with an unexpected twist, but it strengthened their relationship.Ko: 서울의 밤하늘이 천천히 어둡게 변할 때, 그들은 새로운 친밀감과 이해를 안고 집으로 돌아갔다.En: As the night sky over Seoul slowly turned darker, they returned home with a newfound closeness and understanding.Ko: 가을의 가벼운 바람은 그들을 부드럽게 포옹했다.En: The light fall breeze gently embraced them.Ko: 그들 사이에 피어오르는 따뜻한 감정도 마치 그 바람처럼 자연스럽고 상냥했다.En: The warm feelings blossoming between them were natural and kind, just like the breeze. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 가을breeze: 바람refreshing: 산뜻하다scenery: 풍경nervousness: 긴장impression: 인상discomfort: 불편함skyline: 스카이라인pale: 창백하다hesitated: 망설였다dizzy: 어지럽다staggered: 비틀거리다faint: 아찔하다regain: 안정을 찾다composure: 안정cautiously: 조심스럽게comprehend: 이해하다consideration: 배려reassured: 안심하다kind: 상냥하다enveloped: 감싸다immersed: 몰입하다insight: 이해warmth: 따뜻함unexpected: 예상치 못한twist: 전환blossoming: 피어오르다natural: 자연스럽다closeness: 친밀감embraced: 포옹하다

Is it illegal to take a photo of an empty chair in Malta? Welcome back to the Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast.As it's the 10 year anniversary of Radio X, we had one final £10,000 to give away. Plus, we announced Radio X is Ten Live! Circa Waves, Hard-Fi, and Jake Bugg are all going to be there in Manchester this November, as well as headliners Blossoms who joined the team to chat about their journey with Radio X.We spoke to Sir Stephen Fry about his play ‘The Importance of Being Earnest' which is now showing in London's West End. Etiquette expert William Hanson waltzed in for a huge podcast announcement and more importantly, try something he's never got his mouth around before. Jason Byrne was on the show this week to talk about his love of Bono, and his UK tour of new show ‘Head In The Clouds'. And the guy who once sat behind a laptop, Richard Osman, popped by to discuss his books being made into films by Steven Spielberg, spelling Piers Brosnan's name incorrectly, and his new book ‘The Impossible Fortune' that made Chris cry. That's all for this week but keep an ear out for these crackers:A certain jam eater's birthday Dom's nudey cruiseOne of our most excited winners of tickets ever! Enjoy!The Chris Moyles Show on Radio XWeekdays 6:30am - 10am

Flourish Women's Ministry welcomed Brooke Taylor for a talk on St. Therese. Brooke shares from her own life on how in each day we can grow closer to Jesus through the little way. Come, follow us: Parish Website  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  Spotify Music

Fluent Fiction - French: Brewing Romance: Love Blossoms in a Parisian Coffee Haven Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-09-25-07-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: L'odeur du café fraîchement torréfié remplissait l'air du petit atelier niché dans les rues pavées de Paris.En: The smell of freshly roasted coffee filled the air of the little workshop nestled in the cobbled streets of Paris.Fr: Les feuilles d'automne craquaient doucement sous les pas de Chloé alors qu'elle ouvrait la porte de la torréfaction Artisan Coffee.En: The autumn leaves gently crunched under Chloé's footsteps as she opened the door to the roasting shop Artisan Coffee.Fr: Elle aimait cet endroit, son refuge paisible au milieu de la ville animée.En: She loved this place, her peaceful haven in the midst of the bustling city.Fr: Dans la lueur chaleureuse de la boutique, Chloé, barista passionnée, préparait les grains avec soin.En: In the warm glow of the shop, Chloé, a passionate barista, meticulously prepared the beans.Fr: Chaque matin, elle cherchait à créer la tasse parfaite, un art qu'elle maîtrisait bien.En: Every morning, she aimed to create the perfect cup, an art she mastered well.Fr: Pourtant, un sentiment de monotonie l'envahissait.En: Yet, a feeling of monotony was overtaking her.Fr: Elle rêvait de quelque chose de plus, quelque chose qui la ferait vibrer.En: She dreamed of something more, something that would make her heart race.Fr: Ce jour-là, Étienne entra par hasard, en quête d'un café.En: That day, Étienne entered by chance, in search of a coffee.Fr: Écrivain voyageur, il cherchait l'inspiration pour son prochain récit, une nouvelle histoire qui capturerait l'esprit de Paris.En: A traveling writer, he was looking for inspiration for his next story, a new tale that would capture the spirit of Paris.Fr: Étienne avait besoin de calme, loin de son emploi du temps chargé, et secrètement, il voulait un sens de stabilité dans sa vie.En: Étienne needed calm, away from his hectic schedule, and secretly, he wanted a sense of stability in his life.Fr: « Bonjour, » dit Chloé, souriante en posant une tasse sur le comptoir.En: "Hello," Chloé said, smiling as she placed a cup on the counter.Fr: Ses yeux se posèrent sur Étienne, curieuse.En: Her eyes fell on Étienne, curious.Fr: Étienne répondit avec un sourire timide.En: Étienne responded with a shy smile.Fr: « Bonjour.En: "Hello.Fr: Un café noir, s'il vous plaît, » demanda-t-il, regardant autour de lui, attiré par l'atmosphère chaleureuse du lieu.En: A black coffee, please," he asked, looking around, drawn by the warm atmosphere of the place.Fr: Ils échangèrent quelques mots, de petites phrases qui semblaient insignifiantes, mais qui marquaient le début de quelque chose de nouveau.En: They exchanged a few words, small phrases that seemed insignificant but marked the beginning of something new.Fr: Plusieurs semaines passèrent, durant lesquelles Étienne revenait de plus en plus souvent.En: Several weeks passed, during which Étienne came back more and more often.Fr: Chloé aimait ces moments simples où ils parlaient de voyages, de rêves et de la vie à Paris.En: Chloé loved these simple moments where they talked about travel, dreams, and life in Paris.Fr: Elle était hésitante à aller plus loin, effrayée par ses expériences passées.En: She was hesitant to go further, afraid because of her past experiences.Fr: Étienne, quant à lui, était tiraillé entre ses voyages et l'envie de se poser.En: Étienne, for his part, was torn between his travels and the desire to settle down.Fr: Un jour, Chloé hésita avant de demander : « Vous restez combien de temps à Paris ?En: One day, Chloé hesitated before asking, "How long are you staying in Paris?"Fr: » Étienne, pris au dépourvu, déclara : « Je pense prolonger mon séjour.En: Étienne, taken aback, declared, "I'm thinking of extending my stay.Fr: Paris m'inspire... et je crois que vous y êtes pour quelque chose.En: Paris inspires me... and I think you have something to do with it."Fr: » Ils prirent la décision de se retrouver à un événement de dégustation de café organisé par l'atelier.En: They decided to meet at a coffee tasting event organized by the workshop.Fr: Dans l'air parfumé de café, ils s'ouvrirent l'un à l'autre, partageant leurs rêves et leurs doutes.En: In the fragrant air of coffee, they opened up to each other, sharing their dreams and doubts.Fr: Chloé réalisait qu'elle pouvait ouvrir son cœur sans crainte.En: Chloé realized she could open her heart without fear.Fr: Étienne, sentant une connexion forte, trouvait enfin l'équilibre tant recherché.En: Étienne, feeling a strong connection, finally found the balance he had been seeking.Fr: Après cette soirée, ils décidèrent d'avancer lentement, conscients de leurs peurs respectives, mais désireux d'explorer cette nouvelle relation.En: After that evening, they decided to move forward slowly, aware of their respective fears but eager to explore this new relationship.Fr: Chloé trouvait à présent de l'excitation dans chaque café préparé, chaque jour teinté de nouvelles possibilités.En: Chloé now found excitement in every prepared cup of coffee, each day tinted with new possibilities.Fr: Étienne, serein, continuait son travail, mais avec Paris – et Chloé – ancrés dans son cœur.En: Étienne, serene, continued his work but with Paris – and Chloé – anchored in his heart.Fr: Dans ce coin tranquille de Paris, au milieu des arômes de café, une romance naissait, discrète et sincère, transformant des vies de façon douce et prometteuse.En: In this quiet corner of Paris, amidst the aromas of coffee, a romance was budding, discreet and sincere, gently and promisingly transforming lives. Vocabulary Words:the smell: l'odeurthe workshop: l'ateliercobbled: pavéesthe leaves: les feuillesto crunch: craquerthe haven: le refugepeaceful: paisiblebustling: animéethe glow: la lueurthe barista: le baristameticulously: avec sointhe beans: les grainsmonotony: monotonieto overtake: envahirto vibrate: vibrerthe writer: l'écrivaininspiration: l'inspirationhectic: chargécurious: curieuseshy: timideto draw: attirerthe atmosphere: l'atmosphèreinsignificant: insignifiantessimple: simplesto hesitate: hésiterthe stay: le séjourto extend: prolongerthe tasting: la dégustationthe event: l'événementto anchor: ancrer

Back in 2017, the Bad Decision Dinosaur was particularly busy in Riverdale Chapter 10: The Lost Weekend, and Carrie decided to stage a friendtervention with her cohost Jake about it. What is Betty's least favorite word? Can Archie manage to throw a worse party than the Blossoms? Why does Jughead make our hearts hurt? Just how great is the democratic process? Old secrets are revealed, and new secrets made up, in this week's episode of 'Cheryl-y You're Joking', in which we learn that you can take a snake out of the South Side, but you can't make it drink. The theme song is "JOSIE HAS THE UPPER HAND" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/

Each version of Jackie DeShannon's "Each Time" is a treasure! We start with Jackie's original 1964 demo, which swerves from the Spectorian template and adds Mexican mariachi horns ... with backing vocals by The Blossoms, it's a winner! The same year, The Bon Bon's made the song a proper Girl Group Great with some nice doo-wop touches and cash register percussion!(?)! The Searchers brought their 12-strings and harmonizing to the song and it's especially heartbreaking in the outro. Argentina's Grupo Uno translated the song into Spanish ("Vuelvete") and their intro really wows us - the whole song is velvety! In the early 80s, Seattle's new wave chick Leslee Swanson made a nice kitchen-sink version that follows the Searcher's recipe closely. Finally, in '88 Marti Jones came out with a rockin' version that cuts away a lot of the melancholy, to great effect! Always good, it's with us you belong!

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Harvesting Friendship: Love Blossoms in the Apple Orchard Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-09-11-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: אנשים רבים הגיעו למטע התפוחים.En: Many people arrived at the apple orchard.He: המקום היה מלא בפרחים וריחות נפלאים של סתיו.En: The place was filled with flowers and wonderful scents of autumn.He: השמש קרנה באור זהוב על העצים העמוסים תפוחים בשלים.En: The sun shone in a golden light on trees heavy with ripe apples.He: ברקע אפשר היה לשמוע צחוק ילדים ומשפחות שמחות.En: In the background, you could hear the laughter of children and happy families.He: אליאור עמד בצד, הסתכל על כל הפעילות.En: Elior stood on the side, watching all the activity.He: הוא הגיע למטע במסגרת אירוע קהילתי לחג ראש השנה.En: He had come to the orchard as part of a community event for the Rosh Hashanah holiday.He: הוא תמיד אהב לעזור, אך השנה חש הקמעה של שינוי בלבו.En: He always loved to help, but this year he felt a slight change in his heart.He: הוא חיפש מישהו מיוחד, חבר אמיתי.En: He was looking for someone special, a true friend.He: פתאום, עיניו נמשכו לדמות אחת בין ההמון, תמר.En: Suddenly, his eyes were drawn to a figure among the crowd, Tamar.He: היא הייתה מלאת חיים ושמחה, יפיפייה וחברותית.En: She was full of life and joy, beautiful and sociable.He: תמר הגיעה עם חברים, אך למרות זאת, היא חיפשה חוויות חדשות.En: Tamar came with friends, but despite that, she was seeking new experiences.He: אולי גם חברים חדשים.En: Perhaps also new friends.He: אליאור היה נבוך לפנות אליה.En: Elior was embarrassed to approach her.He: הוא חשש.En: He was apprehensive.He: אך כשהוא ראה אותה מתקרבת לאזור שבו עבד, החליט לקחת את הסיכון.En: But when he saw her approaching the area where he was working, he decided to take the risk.He: "את יודעת," אמר בחיוך משועשע, "תפוחים זה לא רק לחג.En: "You know," he said with an amused smile, "apples aren't just for the holiday.He: אפשר להצחיק איתם את כל הקהילה כשהם נופלים על הראש.En: They can entertain the whole community when they fall on your head."He: "תמר צחקה צחוק מלא, וחשה סקרנות גוברת כלפי אליאור.En: Tamar laughed a full laugh and felt growing curiosity towards Elior.He: "אולי תראה לי איך לעשות את זה בלי לקבל תפוח ישר על הראש?En: "Maybe you can show me how to do that without getting an apple straight on the head?"He: " שאלה בקריצה.En: she asked with a wink.He: הם התחילו לעבוד יחד.En: They started working together.He: הם קטפו תפוחים, דיברו וצחקו.En: They picked apples, talked, and laughed.He: פעם אחת הרוח החזקה פיזרה את כל התפוחים שאספו.En: Once, a strong wind scattered all the apples they had gathered.He: הם הביטו זה בזו, צחקו בקול ועבדו לשתף פעולה בכדי לאסוף אותם מחדש.En: They looked at each other, laughed out loud, and worked together to gather them again.He: כאשר הרוח פסקה, גם המבוכה.En: When the wind subsided, so did the awkwardness.He: אליאור שכח את חששותיו, ותמר הרגישה שמצאה קשר חדש ומיוחד.En: Elior forgot his fears, and Tamar felt she had made a new and special connection.He: כשסיימו, הם החליפו מספרי טלפון, מבטיחים לטייל שוב יחד בנוף הכפרי.En: When they finished, they exchanged phone numbers, promising to walk together again in the rural landscape.He: אליאור יצא מהאירוע כשהרגיש לראשונה יותר פתוח ובטוח בעצמו.En: Elior left the event feeling, for the first time, more open and confident in himself.He: ותמר גילתה שגם באירועים מוכרים, אפשר למצוא קשרים מפתיעים ומשמעותיים.En: And Tamar discovered that even in familiar events, one can find surprising and meaningful connections.He: רוח הסתיו הבטיחה להם התחלה חדשה ותקוות חדשות.En: The autumn breeze promised them a new beginning and new hopes. Vocabulary Words:orchard: מטעscents: ריחותripe: בשליםlaughter: צחוקevent: אירועapprehensive: חששapproaching: מתקרבתamused: משועשעgathered: אספוscattered: פיזרהawkwardness: מבוכהconfident: בטוחsubsided: פסקהpromised: הבטיחהrural: כפריlandscape: נוףbreeze: רוחfamiliar: מוכריםsurprising: מפתיעיםmeaningful: משמעותייםfigure: דמותjoy: שמחהsociable: חברותיתcuriosity: סקרנותstraight: ישרconnections: קשריםconfident: בטוחspecial: מיוחדembraced: חיבקrisk: סיכוןBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: A Wedding Crash Blossoms into Romance at Lodhi Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-09-07-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: लोधी गार्डन की ठंडी हवा में खुशबू फैली थी।En: The fragrance spread in the cool air of Lodhi Garden.Hi: चारों ओर शांति थी, बस पेड़ों की पत्तियाँ सरसराती हुई एक मीठा संगीत बजा रही थीं।En: There was peace all around, with the leaves of the trees rustling a sweet melody.Hi: ऐसे में आरव और प्रिया, दो पक्के दोस्त, गार्डन में चल रहे थे।En: In such an atmosphere, Aarav and Priya, two best friends, were walking in the garden.Hi: गणेश चतुर्थी की छुट्टी थी और मौसम भी मज़ेदार।En: It was a holiday for Ganesh Chaturthi, and the weather was entertaining.Hi: आरव, जो हमेशा कुछ नया करने की सोचता था, आज बहुत उत्साहित था।En: Aarav, who always thought of doing something new, was very excited today.Hi: उसने सुन रखा था कि उसके दोस्त का सरप्राइज़ बर्थडे पार्टी लोधी गार्डन में होने वाला है।En: He had heard that his friend's surprise birthday party was going to be held in Lodhi Garden.Hi: आज का दिन आरव ने खास बनाया था, क्योंकि वह प्रिया से अपनी दिल की बात कहने की पूरी तैयारी कर चुका था।En: Aarav had made the day special because he had fully prepared to express his heartfelt feelings to Priya.Hi: प्रिया, जो हमेशा हंसने-हंसाने में माहिर थी, आज नये अनुभव के लिए उत्सुक थी।En: Priya, who was adept at making everyone laugh, was curious about the new experience today.Hi: जैसे ही वे गार्डन में पहुंचे, उन्होंने देखा कि कुछ लोग सज-धज कर फोटो खिंचवा रहे हैं।En: As soon as they reached the garden, they saw some people dressed up and getting their photos clicked.Hi: आरव ने सोचा, "यही पार्टी है!En: Aarav thought, "This must be the party!"Hi: " बिना सोचे-समझे दोनों वहाँ घुस गए, समझते हुए की यह उनके दोस्त की पार्टी है।En: Without much thought, both entered the area, assuming it to be their friend's party.Hi: धीरे-धीरे उन्हें समझ में आया कि ये कोई बर्थडे पार्टी नहीं, बल्कि विवाह की फोटोशूट चल रही है।En: Slowly, they realized that this was not a birthday party, but a wedding photoshoot was going on.Hi: आरव और प्रिया की तो हालत खराब हो गई।En: Aarav and Priya were at a loss.Hi: कैसे भी करके यहाँ से निकलना था, पर आरव ने अपनी चतुराई दिखाई।En: They had to leave somehow, but Aarav showed his cleverness.Hi: वह प्रिया की तरफ देख कर बोला, "क्यों न हम खुद को मनोरंजन टीम बताएं?En: He looked at Priya and said, "Why don't we pretend to be the entertainment team?"Hi: "प्रिया हंसते हुए बोली, "तू भी ना आरव, कमाल का है!En: Priya laughed and said, "You are something else, Aarav!"Hi: " दोनों ने ऐसा ही किया और वहाँ ऐसा माहौल बना दिया जैसे वे इस शादी का हिस्सा हों।En: Both did exactly that and created an atmosphere as if they were part of the wedding.Hi: वे नाचने और गाने लगे, और सब लोग हंसने लगे।En: They started dancing and singing, and everyone laughed.Hi: थोड़ी देर में असली बर्थडे पार्टी के मेहमान वहां आ गए।En: In a while, the guests of the actual birthday party arrived.Hi: सबको काफी मज़ा आया।En: Everyone enjoyed a lot.Hi: आरव ने प्रिया का हाथ पकड़ा और कहा, "प्रिया, मैंने आज तक कभी इतनी हंसी नहीं देखी थी।En: Aarav held Priya's hand and said, "Priya, I've never seen so much laughter before.Hi: पर मैं एक और बात कहना चाहता हूँ।En: But there's one more thing I want to say.Hi: मैं तुमसे बहुत प्यार करता हूँ।En: I love you very much."Hi: "प्रिया ने मुस्कान भरी आँखों से उसे देखा और कहा, "तुम्हारी ईमानदारी और नुक़सानदायक मज़ाक खिंचने की कला ने मेरा दिल जीत लिया है।En: Priya looked at him with smiling eyes and said, "Your honesty and knack for pulling off harmless pranks have won my heart."Hi: " सबने तालियाँ बजाईं।En: Everyone clapped.Hi: आरव और प्रिया की दोस्ती का नया अध्याय शुरू हुआ।En: A new chapter began in Aarav and Priya's friendship.Hi: लोधी गार्डन का वो दिन सभी के लिए यादगार बन गया था।En: That day at Lodhi Garden became memorable for everyone.Hi: आरव ने पूछी गई हिम्मत दिखाई और प्रिया ने पल का मजा लेंना सीखा।En: Aarav showed courage when needed, and Priya learned to enjoy the moment.Hi: दोनों के लिए ये अनुभव एक अनोखा और प्यारा मोड़ लेकर आया।En: This experience brought a unique and sweet turning point for both of them. Vocabulary Words:fragrance: खुशबूrusling: सरसरातीmelody: संगीतadept: माहिरcurious: उत्सुकphotoshoot: फोटोशूटcleverness: चतुराईpretend: दिखावा करनाentertainment: मनोरंजनpranks: मज़ाकknack: कलाcourage: हिम्मतmemorable: यादगारspreading: फैलीharmony: मिलापatmosphere: वातावरणsurprise: आश्चर्यbothering: परेशान करनाloss: हालत खराबdressed: सज-धजretreat: भागनाresolve: संकल्पgesture: संकेतchapter: अध्यायunique: अनोखाenchanting: मोहकexpress: जाहिर करनाtransformation: परिवर्तनharmless: नुक़सानदायकembrace: गले लगाना

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Blossoms & Bonding: Friendship's Bloom on Jeju Island Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-09-05-22-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 제주도의 끝자락, 늦여름의 따스한 햇살이 카멜리아 힐을 감싸고 있다. 하늘은 푸른 캔버스 같고, 바람은 가볍게 스쳐 지나간다. 여기, 두 친구가 걸어가고 있다. 민지와 지수다.En: At the end of Jeju Island, the late summer sun warmly embraces Camellia Hill. The sky is like a blue canvas, and the breeze gently brushes past. Here, two friends walk together. They are Minji and Jisoo.Ko: "민지야, 오늘은 일 생각하지 마. 그냥 꽃 보고, 쉬자." 지수가 쾌활하게 말했다. 민지는 잠시 멈춰, 손에 쥔 스케치북을 바라보았다.En: "Minji, today, don't think about work. Let's just look at the flowers and relax," Jisoo said cheerfully. Minji paused for a moment and looked at the sketchbook in her hand.Ko: "나는 이곳에서 영감을 얻고 싶어. 나의 그림 속에 이 아름다움을 담아야 해." 민지가 조용히 말했다. 그녀의 목소리에는 약간의 갈등이 섞여 있었다.En: "I want to get inspiration from this place. I need to capture this beauty in my drawings," Minji said quietly. Her voice was mixed with a bit of conflict.Ko: 지수는 한숨을 쉬었다. "항상 일, 일... 우리 그동안 함께한 시간들은 그저 일이었어?" 지수는 민지를 바라보며 말했다. 그녀의 눈에는 짐짓 걱정이 묻어 있었다.En: Jisoo sighed. "It's always work, work... Were all the times we spent together just work?" Jisoo said, looking at Minji. There was a trace of concern in her eyes.Ko: 카멜리아 꽃들이 만개한 언덕 위에 이르렀다. 그곳은 하늘과 한층 가까워 보였다. 민지는 스케치북을 들어 그림을 시작하려 했지만, 주변의 풍경은 너무나도 평온했다. 마음속에서 두 가지 갈등이 싸웠다.En: They reached the hills where the camellia flowers were in full bloom. The place seemed closer to the sky. Minji tried to start drawing, lifting her sketchbook, but the surrounding scenery was so serene. Two conflicting feelings battled within her.Ko: "민지야, 그림보다 중요한 것은 너야. 그리고 우리 추억들이야," 지수가 단호하게 말했다.En: "Minji, more important than the drawings is you. And our memories," Jisoo said firmly.Ko: 이 말을 듣고 민지는 고개를 들었다. "나도 알아. 하지만 그게 항상 쉽진 않아." 그녀는 솔직하게 고백했다.En: Hearing this, Minji lifted her head. "I know. But it's not always easy," she confessed honestly.Ko: 두 사람은 잠시 조용히 서 있었다. 그런 뒤, 민지는 환하게 웃으며 스케치북을 가방 속에 넣었다. "좋아. 오늘은 그냥 즐기자. 그냥 활짝 피어난 꽃들처럼."En: The two stood quietly for a moment. Then, Minji smiled brightly and put the sketchbook in her bag. "Alright. Let's just enjoy today. Just like the flowers in full bloom."Ko: 지수는 그녀를 보며 장난스럽게 외쳤다. "이제야 네가 정신 차렸구나!"En: Seeing her, Jisoo playfully exclaimed, "Finally, you've come to your senses!"Ko: 그 날, 민지와 지수는 꽃 속을 거닐며, 웃고 떠들었다. 민지는 자연 속에서 그저 존재하는 것만으로도 충분히 행복했다. 지수와 함께하는 시간이 소중하다는 것을 깨달았다. 긴장은 사라지고, 마음은 한결 가벼워졌다.En: That day, Minji and Jisoo strolled among the flowers, laughing and chatting. Minji realized that merely existing in nature was happiness enough. She understood the value of the time spent with Jisoo. The tension disappeared, and her heart felt much lighter.Ko: 카멜리아 힐의 언덕 위에서, 민지는 진정한 친구가 얼마나 소중한지 다시금 깨달았다. 그리고, 앞으로의 삶에서 순간들을 더 소중히 여기겠다고 다짐했다. 그들은 행복하게 다음 목적지를 향해 걸어갔다. 여전히 말이 많던 지수와, 미소를 되찾은 민지가 같이.En: At the top of the hill at Camellia Hill, Minji realized once more just how precious a true friend is. She resolved to cherish the moments in her life more dearly. They happily headed toward their next destination. With still talkative Jisoo and smiling Minji together. Vocabulary Words:embraces: 감싸고canvas: 캔버스breeze: 바람conflict: 갈등trace: 짐짓concern: 걱정bloom: 만개serene: 평온conflicting: 두 가지 갈등firmly: 단호하게gestures: 외쳤다resolved: 다짐했다precious: 소중한cherish: 더 소중히 여기겠다고destination: 목적지moment: 순간relax: 쉬자inspiration: 영감capture: 담아야honestly: 솔직하게existence: 존재하는 것happiness: 행복lighter: 가벼워졌다senses: 정신 차렸구나strolled: 거닐며confessed: 고백했다trace: 짐짓sigh: 한숨conflict: 갈등cherish: 소중히 여기겠다고

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Beneath Tivoli's Blossoms: A Festival of Resilience and Dreams Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-08-30-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens i København strålede endnu en sensommerdag med sine bløde lys og farverige blomster.En: Tivoli Gardens in København shone once again on a late summer day with its soft lights and colorful flowers.Da: Lars, en dedikeret gartner, stod bøjet over de frodige bede.En: Lars, a dedicated gardener, was bent over the lush flower beds.Da: Omkring ham surrede Tivolis særlige atmosfære med forventningsglæde.En: Around him, Tivoli's unique atmosphere buzzed with anticipation.Da: Folk i alle aldre nød de historiske karruseller og de hyggelige stier.En: People of all ages enjoyed the historic carousels and cozy paths.Da: Næste uge skulle Tivoli være vært for efterårsfestivalen.En: Next week, Tivoli was to host the autumn festival.Da: Lars ønskede, at alt skulle være perfekt.En: Lars wanted everything to be perfect.Da: Hans veninde Signe, som elskede at besøge haven, kom forbi for at se hans arbejde.En: His friend Signe, who loved to visit the garden, stopped by to see his work.Da: “Det ser vidunderligt ud, Lars,” sagde hun opmuntrende, mens hun betragtede de nyligt plantede krysantemum.En: “It looks wonderful, Lars,” she said encouragingly, as she observed the newly planted chrysanthemums.Da: Men ikke alle var lige begejstrede.En: But not everyone was equally excited.Da: Rune, en mere skeptisk kollega, gik forbi med en hævet øjenbryn.En: Rune, a more skeptical colleague, walked by with a raised eyebrow.Da: “Denne festival ligner de andre,” mumlede han.En: “This festival looks like the others,” he muttered.Da: “Selv hvis vejret ikke ødelægger dine anstrengelser.” Rune havde set mange festivaler komme og gå, og han havde altid en kritisk komment.En: “Even if the weather doesn't ruin your efforts.” Rune had seen many festivals come and go, and he always had a critical comment.Da: Da vejrudsigten meldte om pludselige regnbyger, blev Lars bekymret.En: When the weather forecast predicted sudden rain showers, Lars became worried.Da: Tivoli's ledelse havde desuden bedt om budgetnedskæringer, og det betød færre midler til blomster.En: Tivoli's management had also requested budget cuts, which meant fewer funds for flowers.Da: Men Lars var fast besluttet.En: But Lars was determined.Da: Han blev ved sent om aftenen, brugte egne metoder og skabte farverige blomsterarrangementer.En: He stayed late into the night, using his own methods and creating colorful flower arrangements.Da: Signe besøgte ham, overleverede en termos fyldt med varm kaffe og sagde: “Jeg tror på dig, Lars.” Natten før festivalen blev det værste mareridt til virkelighed – en storm var på vej.En: Signe visited him, handed over a thermos filled with hot coffee, and said, “I believe in you, Lars.” The night before the festival, the worst nightmare became reality—a storm was on its way.Da: Dråber hærgede haven, og Lars arbejdede hektisk for at redde, hvad der kunne reddes.En: Raindrops ravaged the garden, and Lars worked frantically to save what could be saved.Da: Rune tilbød endda sin hjælp, selvom han tidligere havde tvivlet.En: Rune even offered his help, despite his previous doubts.Da: Sammen med Signe og Rune arbejdede de utrætteligt hele natten.En: Together with Signe and Rune, they worked tirelessly all night.Da: Morgenen efter stormen så Tivoli-området ud som en drøm.En: The morning after the storm, the Tivoli area looked like a dream.Da: Solens morgenstråler bragte en ny dag, og det var festivalens dag.En: The morning rays of the sun brought a new day, and it was the day of the festival.Da: Blomsterne stod stadig stærke, og haven blev beundret af de mange besøgende.En: The flowers still stood strong, and the garden was admired by many visitors.Da: "Fantastisk arbejde, Lars!"En: "Fantastic work, Lars!"Da: fremhævede Signe, mens hun tog et dybt indgående åndedrag af den friske blomsterduft.En: highlighted Signe, as she took a deep breath of the fresh floral scent.Da: Lars indså, at perfektion ikke altid handlede om kontrol.En: Lars realized that perfection wasn't always about control.Da: Det handlede om at tilpasse sig, om at stole på venner og om at værdsætte hvert øjeblik.En: It was about adapting, trusting friends, and cherishing every moment.Da: Sammen skabte de ikke blot en festival; de skabte minder.En: Together, they not only created a festival; they created memories. Vocabulary Words:shone: stråledelush: frodigebuzzed: surredeanticipation: forventningsglædecozy: hyggeligededicated: dedikeretchrysanthemums: krysantemumskeptical: skeptiskmuttered: mumledeforecast: vejrudsigtenshowers: regnbygerworried: bekymretbudget cuts: budgetnedskæringerdetermined: fast besluttetthermos: termoshand: overleveredenightmare: mareridtravaged: hærgedefrantically: hektiskoffered: tilbødtirelessly: utrætteligtadmired: beundretfantastic: fantastiskhighlighted: fremhævedetrusting: stolecherishing: værdsætteperfection: perfektionadapting: tilpasse sigrays: morgenstrålerfloral scent: blomsterduft

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Guest: Anthony Wilson — guitarist, composer, bandleaderEpisode focus: Anthony's new live double LP House of the Singing Blossoms (recorded at Sam First), the return of his nonet, and his upcoming SFJAZZ shows (Sept. 4–5; two shows nightly) in the Joe Henderson Lab.Episode SummaryGuitarist–composer Anthony Wilson joins host Steve Roby to talk about reviving the nine-piece band that shaped his early voice and powers his new live album, House of the Singing Blossoms. Wilson digs into arranging for nonet, capturing the energy of a listening room on record, and why the album was designed for the deep, side-by-side experience of vinyl. He also previews the SFJAZZ dates, the evolving lineup, and how this music balances songful melody with fearless improvisation.Why ListenHear why the nonet remains the ideal canvas for Wilson's writing and guitar voice.Get an inside look at recording live at Sam First and mastering with Bernie Grundman.Learn how sequencing for vinyl shaped the album's narrative flow.Preview the SFJAZZ shows and how the book will evolve on stage.Enjoy featured tracks that frame the conversation: “House of the Singing Blossoms,” “Triple Chase,” and “Bordertown.”Key Quotes (from Anthony Wilson)“The first band that I recorded with was a nine-piece band… I found that configuration compelling.”“I have always loved just how rich a palette, sonically, it can be to have those horns.”“In a club with an audience, you're feeding off each other's energy… You can just concentrate on the good feeling of being together.”“You pick that album up, put it on your turntable… side after side you have these 20-minute periods where you can become engrossed in the music.”“Out of the gate, it shows that what this band is about… is a commitment to serious improvising and serious playing.”Conversation HighlightsThe nonet returns: How the ensemble's color and agility unlock his arranging ideas—and where the guitar fits inside nine voices.Recording the room: Capturing two nights at Sam First to preserve interplay, momentum, and audience energy.Vinyl by design: Double 180-gram LPs, gatefold artwork, and a sequence that feels like stepping into the club.Legacy & lineage: Opening with “Triple Chase” by Gerald Wilson, nods to Joe Zawinul and Keith Jarrett, and a fresh take on Bennie Wallace's “Bordertown.”SFJAZZ preview: A hybrid roster of veterans and rising players, new pieces in progress, and early nonet charts revisited with fresh ears.Music Featured in This Episode“House of the Singing Blossoms” (excerpt) — from House of the Singing Blossoms“Triple Chase” (Gerald Wilson) — from House of the Singing Blossoms“Bordertown” (Bennie Wallace) — from House of the Singing BlossomsPersonnel — Sam First RecordingAnthony Wilson (guitar), CJ Camerieri (trumpet/French horn), Alan Ferber (trombone), Nicole McCabe (alto sax), Bob Reynolds (tenor sax), Henry Solomon (baritone sax), Gerald Clayton (piano), Anna Butterss (bass), Mark Ferber (drums).Upcoming ShowsSFJAZZ — Joe Henderson LabDates: September 4–5 (two shows nightly)What to expect: Song-forward writing, expansive solos, and the punch and glow of a nine-piece band in an intimate room.CreditsHost/Producer: Steve Roby, Backstage Bay AreaGuest: Anthony WilsonEditing/Mix: Backstage Bay AreaMusic: Excerpts courtesy of Anthony WilsonConnectFollow Backstage Bay Area on your favorite podcast app.Share the episode with a friend and leave a rating/review to help others discover the show.For more on Anthony Wilson and House of the Singing Blossoms, visit the artist's official channels and SFJAZZ's calendar for tickets and details.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Midsummer Revelations: A Love Blossoms at Skansen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-08-10-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det vibrerar av liv och glädje i luften.En: The air vibrates with life and joy.Sv: Skansen, en plats där historia möter natur, är vackert dekorerad för midsommarfirande.En: Skansen, a place where history meets nature, is beautifully decorated for the midsommarfirande.Sv: Barn skrattar, människor i färgglada folkdräkter dansar, och doften av nyslagna blomsterkransar fyller omgivningen.En: Children laugh, people in colorful folk costumes dance, and the scent of freshly picked flower crowns fills the surroundings.Sv: Det är en perfekt dag för nya minnen och kanske, för Elsa, en ny början.En: It is a perfect day for new memories and perhaps, for Elsa, a new beginning.Sv: Elsa och Johan går sida vid sida genom folkmassan.En: Elsa and Johan walk side by side through the crowd.Sv: Johan är som alltid avslappnad och lite busig.En: Johan is, as always, relaxed and a little mischievous.Sv: Han drar med Elsa till dansen kring midsommarstången, hans skratt smittar av sig.En: He pulls Elsa into the dance around the midsommarstången, his laughter contagious.Sv: Elsa ler, men hennes hjärta slår snabbt.En: Elsa smiles, but her heart beats quickly.Sv: Hon har en hemlighet, och det är en dag tänkt för mod.En: She has a secret, and it's a day meant for bravery.Sv: "Kom igen, Elsa!En: "Come on, Elsa!Sv: Livet är här och nu!En: Life is here and now!"Sv: ", ropar Johan och snurrar runt med armarna i luften.En: shouts Johan and spins around with his arms in the air.Sv: Elsa studerar honom diskret.En: Elsa studies him discreetly.Sv: Han är så fri, så opmärksamhet.En: He is so free, so carefree.Sv: Hon önskar hon kunde vara mer som honom.En: She wishes she could be more like him.Sv: De två vännerna tar en paus, sätter sig på en gräsplätt.En: The two friends take a break, sitting on a patch of grass.Sv: De delar på en tallrik med jordgubbar och gräddfil.En: They share a plate of strawberries and sour cream - a traditional encounter.Sv: – Tradition ens gensyn.En: Johan picks flowers for Elsa and gently places them in her crown.Sv: Johan plockar blommor till Elsa och sätter dem försiktigt i hennes krans.En: He looks at her with warmth in his eyes, but Elsa can't help but hesitate.Sv: Han tittar på henne med värme i ögonen, men Elsa kan inte låta bli att tveka.En: Should she say something?Sv: Ska hon säga något?En: What if it changes everything?Sv: Tänk om det förändrar allt?En: "Elsa?"Sv: "Elsa?"En: Johan's voice pulls her from her thoughts.Sv: Johans röst drar henne ur hennes tankar.En: "Everything okay?"Sv: "Allt okej?"En: Elsa takes a deep breath.Sv: Elsa tar ett djupt andetag.En: It's now or never.Sv: Det är nu eller aldrig.En: "Johan," she begins as they rise for a walk along the small gravel roads, "there's something I want to say."Sv: "Johan," börjar hon medan de reser sig för en promenad längs de små grusvägarna, "det är något jag vill säga."En: Johan nods and smiles encouragingly.Sv: Johan nickar och ler uppmuntrande.En: They stop at a small bridge, where stillness reigns beyond the large festivities.Sv: De stannar vid en liten bro, där stillhet råder bortom de stora festligheterna.En: Inside her, there is a storm, but she continues.Sv: Inom henne är det storm, men hon fortsätter.En: "I like you, Johan.Sv: "Jag gillar dig, Johan.En: More than a friend.Sv: Mer än som en vän.En: And I...Sv: Och jag... jag har gjort det länge."En: I've liked you for a long time."Sv: Hennes ord hänger i luften, och för en stund är allt stilla.En: Her words hang in the air, and for a moment, everything is still.Sv: Elsa känner hjärtat bulta i bröstet och tystnaden eka i allt.En: Elsa feels her heart pounding in her chest and the silence echoing in everything.Sv: Sedan, Johan ler stort.En: Then, Johan smiles broadly.Sv: "Åh, Elsa," säger han mjukt.En: "Oh, Elsa," he says softly.Sv: "Jag har känt likadant."En: "I've felt the same way."Sv: De rör sig närmare varandra, och under den milda skymningshimlen delas deras första kyss.En: They move closer to each other, and under the gentle twilight sky, they share their first kiss.Sv: I det ögonblicket är allt bekymmer borta.En: In that moment, all worries are gone.Sv: Skansen står omkring dem som ett vittne till deras första steg in i något nytt, något vackert.En: Skansen stands around them as a witness to their first step into something new, something beautiful.Sv: Det finns inget mer som kan sägas.En: There is nothing more to be said.Sv: Elsa har funnit modet att vara ärlig, och i det modet har hon funnit mer trygghet än hon någonsin kunnat ana.En: Elsa has found the courage to be honest, and in that courage, she has found more security than she ever could have imagined.Sv: Deras skratt flyter ut med vinden.En: Their laughter floats out with the wind.Sv: De går hand i hand tillbaka till festen, där musiken och glädjen fortsätter precis som tidigare.En: They walk hand in hand back to the celebration, where the music and joy continue just as before.Sv: Men för Elsa är världen nu lite ljusare, och hjärtat lättare.En: But for Elsa, the world is now a little brighter, and her heart lighter.Sv: Det är en ny början för dem båda, tack vare en midsommar på Skansen.En: It's a new beginning for both of them, thanks to a midsummer at Skansen. Vocabulary Words:vibrates: vibrerarjoy: glädjenature: naturdecorated: dekoreradfolk costumes: folkdräkterscent: doftencrowns: kransarsurroundings: omgivningenmischievous: busigcontagious: smittar av sigdiscreetly: diskretcarefree: opmärksamhetpatch of grass: gräsplättbreak: pausencounter: gensynhesitate: tvekaencouragingly: uppmuntrandestillness: stillhetpounding: bultastorm: stormtwilight: skymningshimlenwitness: vittnehonest: ärligcourage: modsecurity: trygghetlaughter: skrattbrighter: ljusarebeginning: börjanfestivities: festligheternaechoing: eka

Fluent Fiction - French: Blossoms and Brushstrokes: A Parisian Serendipity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-08-06-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Au cœur de Paris, par une chaude journée d'été, le Jardin des Tuileries baignait dans la lumière dorée du soleil.En: In the heart of Paris, on a hot summer's day, the Jardin des Tuileries basked in the golden sunlight.Fr: Les allées serpentines étaient bordées d'arbres imposants et de statues élégantes.En: The winding paths were lined with imposing trees and elegant statues.Fr: Des touristes flânaient, des enfants jouaient, et l'air était rempli de rires et de murmures.En: Tourists strolled, children played, and the air was filled with laughter and whispers.Fr: Au milieu de ce cadre enchanteur, deux chemins allaient se croiser de manière inattendue.En: In the middle of this enchanting setting, two paths were about to cross unexpectedly.Fr: Julien, un botaniste réservé, profitait d'un moment de liberté après une conférence.En: Julien, a reserved botanist, was enjoying a moment of freedom after a conference.Fr: Il était fasciné par les jardins urbains et espérait y découvrir des plantes rares.En: He was fascinated by urban gardens and hoped to discover rare plants there.Fr: Sa passion pour la botanique était palpable alors qu'il observait attentivement chaque fleur autour de lui.En: His passion for botany was palpable as he attentively observed every flower around him.Fr: Non loin de là, Emilie, une artiste locale en quête d'inspiration, cherchait des pépites de beauté à capturer sur son carnet de croquis.En: Not far away, Emilie, a local artist in search of inspiration, was looking for nuggets of beauty to capture in her sketchbook.Fr: Elle jetait des regards rêveurs sur les détails subtils du jardin, espérant que la nature réveillerait sa créativité.En: She cast dreamy glances at the garden's subtle details, hoping that nature would awaken her creativity.Fr: Alors qu'il déambulait dans les allées, Julien aperçut une fleur rare, une petite merveille qu'il avait rarement vue.En: As he strolled through the paths, Julien spotted a rare flower, a little marvel he had seldom seen.Fr: Devant cette fleur, une jeune femme, Emilie, le crayon à la main, semblait absorbée dans son art.En: In front of this flower, a young woman, Emilie, pencil in hand, seemed absorbed in her art.Fr: La timidité de Julien hésitait à l'interpeller, pourtant, quelque chose en lui le poussa à briser le silence.En: Julien's shyness hesitated to address her, yet something in him urged him to break the silence.Fr: « Excusez-moi », dit-il doucement.En: "Excusez-moi," he said softly.Fr: « Cette fleur ici... elle est assez rare.En: "This flower here... it is quite rare.Fr: Vos dessins sont captivants.En: Your drawings are captivating."Fr: » Emilie leva les yeux, surprise mais intriguée.En: Emilie looked up, surprised but intrigued.Fr: Elle lisait la passion dans le regard de Julien et devina qu'ils partageaient un amour commun pour la nature.En: She read the passion in Julien's eyes and guessed they shared a common love for nature.Fr: « Merci », répondit-elle en souriant.En: "Thank you," she replied, smiling.Fr: « Je trouve vos observations intéressantes.En: "I find your observations interesting."Fr: » Ce fut le début d'une conversation inattendue mais fluide.En: This was the start of an unexpected but fluent conversation.Fr: Julien et Emilie se découvraient petit à petit à travers leur amour réciproque pour la beauté naturelle et artistique.En: Julien and Emilie gradually discovered each other through their mutual love for natural and artistic beauty.Fr: Lorsqu'Emilie proposa à Julien de visiter son atelier, il accepta avec enthousiasme.En: When Emilie proposed that Julien visit her studio, he accepted eagerly.Fr: Dans l'atelier chaleureux d'Emilie, plein de toiles inachevées et de couleurs vibrantes, ils discutèrent longuement.En: In Emilie's warm studio, full of unfinished canvases and vibrant colors, they talked at length.Fr: Ils réalisèrent que leurs passions, bien que différentes, se complétaient à merveille.En: They realized that their passions, although different, complemented each other wonderfully.Fr: Emilie se surprit à apprécier cette nouvelle complicité, tandis que Julien, pour la première fois, envisageait l'idée de s'ouvrir aux autres.En: Emilie was surprised to enjoy this new companionship, while Julien, for the first time, considered the idea of opening up to others.Fr: Le soleil commençait à se coucher lorsqu'ils quittèrent le jardin ensemble, des idées plein la tête.En: The sun began to set as they left the garden together, ideas filling their minds.Fr: Ils parlaient déjà d'un éventuel projet, une fusion inédite de botanique et d'art.En: They were already talking about a potential project, an unprecedented fusion of botany and art.Fr: Leurs pas résonnaient sur les pavés alors qu'ils s'éloignaient, emplis de promesses et d'excitation pour l'avenir.En: Their footsteps echoed on the cobblestones as they walked away, filled with promises and excitement for the future.Fr: Julien avait découvert plus qu'une plante rare dans les Tuileries, il avait trouvé une connexion inattendue.En: Julien had discovered more than just a rare plant in the Tuileries; he had found an unexpected connection.Fr: Quant à Emilie, elle avait réalisé que l'inspiration pouvait venir des rencontres les plus fortuites.En: As for Emilie, she had realized that inspiration could come from the most fortuitous encounters.Fr: Ensemble, ils avaient transformé une simple promenade estivale en une nouvelle aventure créative.En: Together, they had turned a simple summer stroll into a new creative adventure. Vocabulary Words:the heart: le cœurthe garden: le jardinthe path: l'alléethe tree: l'arbrethe statue: la statuethe laughter: le rirethe whisper: le murmurethe botany: la botaniquethe conference: la conférencethe freedom: la libertéthe artist: l'artistethe inspiration: l'inspirationthe sketchbook: le carnet de croquisthe detail: le détailthe creativity: la créativitéthe drawing: le dessinthe conversation: la conversationthe studio: l'atelierthe canvas: la toilethe color: la couleurthe companionship: la complicitéthe sunset: le coucher de soleilthe project: le projetthe fusion: la fusionthe step: le pasthe cobblestones: les pavésthe promise: la promessethe excitement: l'excitationthe connection: la connexionthe encounter: la rencontre

This is a review of... Survivor Season 35 Episode 2! We are doing a bit of prep for Survivor 50. Dylan hasn't seen this season and Richie wants to see if it still holds up. Can't think of a better way to spend a Survivor summer break. Watch along with us, leave a comment, leave a like, and let's get it on! Be sure to subscribe and survive. Heroes vs Healers vs Hustlers rolls on!Episode 2: I'm a Wild Banshee#survivor #survivor35 #survivorfinale #survivorcbs #tvreview #tv #podcast #episode2 #survivor50 #survivorclips #tvreaction #survivor35episode2 #realitytv #tvreactions #reaction #survivorben #survivorchrissy 0:00 - Recapping Episode 21:28 - Crafty Chrissy2:14 - Simone on the Outs3:07 - A Showmance Blossoming4:10 - Joe Plays Aggressive6:04 - Personalities Clash7:18 - Immunity Challenge9:19 - Chill Scrambling10:10 - Tribal Council11:18 - A Moment For Simone12:31 - Survivor Press Conference14:00 - Stock Up/Stock Down16:13 - Renaming The Episode17:07 - Hoping For Showmances

Some stories crack you open—in the best possible way. In this moving episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Julie Barth to talk about what it really takes to keep going when life keeps hitting hard. From surviving domestic violence to caring for her special needs daughter and losing her husband to cancer, Julie's story is one of pain, yes—but also one of grit, grace, and quiet strength.Together, she and Lyndsay talk about the layered reality of motherhood, the exhaustion of caregiving, and the way grief can stretch far beyond a single moment of loss. But this isn't a story about defeat. It's about choosing to get back up. Julie shares how advocacy became her purpose, how community gave her strength, and how art became a powerful outlet for healing.This conversation is a reminder that resilience isn't something you're born with—it's something you build. And even in the darkest seasons, there is light to be found when women show up for each other.Tune in if you need a reminder that pain can shape purpose—and that you don't have to walk through it alone.Find Julie Barth Online Here:Instagram: @julie_barth_authorFacebook: Julie BarthLinkedIn: Julie BarthWebsite: juliebarthauthor.comTikTok: Julie Barth AuthorFind The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:Website: thepaingamepodcast.comInstagram: @thepaingamepodcastFacebook: The Pain Game PodcastLinkedIn: Lyndsay SopranoYouTube: The Pain Game PodcastEpisode Highlights:(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma(02:13) Resilience Through Personal Struggles(03:50) Julie Barth's Journey with Tatum(10:19) Facing Loss and Caregiving Challenges(17:36) Navigating New Relationships and Challenges(21:32) The Impact of Domestic Violence(33:40) From Pain to Purpose: Julie's Books and Outreach

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Magical Proposal: Love Blossoms at Tokyo Disneyland Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-28-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京ディズニーランドの夏の空は青く、どこを見ても楽しそうな人々でにぎわっています。En: The summer sky at Tokyo Disneyland was blue, and wherever you looked, there were crowds of people having a wonderful time.Ja: ポップコーンと綿菓子の甘い香りが空気中に漂い、シンデレラ城が背景にそびえ立っています。En: The sweet scent of popcorn and cotton candy wafted through the air, with Cinderella Castle towering in the background.Ja: この場所で、ハルトはアイコにプロポーズをしようと決心しました。En: It was in this place that Haruto decided to propose to Aiko.Ja: 彼は思い出に残る、そしてロマンティックな瞬間を夢見ていました。En: He dreamed of a memorable, romantic moment.Ja: 「今日は絶対に成功させる」とハルトは自分に言い聞かせました。En: "I will definitely make this a success today," Haruto told himself.Ja: 彼のそばには親友のユキが、頼りにならないけれど元気いっぱいに応援していました。En: Beside him was his best friend Yuki, who, although not the most reliable, was cheering him on energetically.Ja: 「ハルト、ここでのプロポーズは、いい考えだよ。でも、ラジオカートには気をつけてね」とユキは笑いながら言いました。En: "Haruto, proposing here is a great idea. But, watch out for the radio-controlled carts," Yuki said with a laugh.Ja: ハルトは皆の前でプロポーズする予定でした。En: Haruto planned to propose in front of everyone.Ja: しかし、彼の計画はまもなく崩れ始めました。En: However, his plan soon began to fall apart.Ja: まず、彼らは迷子になってしまいました。En: First, they got lost.Ja: 地図がひらひらと風吹かれていき、どこにいるのかわからなくなってしまいました。En: The map fluttered away in the breeze, and they no longer knew where they were.Ja: 「大丈夫、大丈夫」とハルトは言いましたが、心の中では焦っていました。En: "It's okay, it's okay," Haruto said, but inside he was panicking.Ja: 次の問題はリングでした。En: The next problem was the ring.Ja: ポケットを探っても、リングが見つかりません。En: Even though he searched his pockets, he couldn't find it.Ja: 「どうしよう、なくしたかも…」と焦るハルト。En: "What to do, I might have lost it..." Haruto panicked.Ja: しかし、ユキが「カートの下を見てみて」と指摘し、無事に見つかりました。En: However, Yuki pointed out, "Look under the cart," and they safely found it.Ja: ホッとしたのもつかの間、突然、近くのトークするオウムが「プロポーズ、プロポーズ！」と叫び始めました。En: No sooner had he sighed in relief than a nearby talking parrot suddenly started shouting, "Proposal, proposal!"Ja: アイコが振り返って笑っています。En: Aiko turned around and laughed.Ja: 「ハルト、オウムも応援してくれてるのね。」と。En: "Haruto, even the parrot is cheering for you," she said.Ja: 最後の挑戦は、ディズニーランドで最も賑やかな場所でのことでした。En: The final challenge took place in the busiest area of Disneyland.Ja: 泡を追いかける子供たちが周りを駆け回り、すべてがカオスでした。En: Kids chasing bubbles were running around, and everything was in chaos.Ja: しかし、その時、花火が夜空に打ち上がりました。En: But then, fireworks lit up the night sky.Ja: ハルトは、その瞬間を逃さず、「アイコ、結婚してくれますか？」と声を上げました。En: Seizing the moment, Haruto raised his voice, "Aiko, will you marry me?"Ja: 子供たちの歓声と泡の中で、アイコは心から笑い、「もちろん！大好きよ、ハルト。」と答えました。En: Among the cheers of children and the bubbles, Aiko laughed heartily and replied, "Of course! I love you, Haruto."Ja: ハルトは完璧を求めていましたが、アイコはハルトの一生懸命で誠実なところを見て、彼の計画が完全ではなくても幸せでした。En: Haruto was striving for perfection, but Aiko saw his earnest and sincere nature, and was happy even if his plan wasn't flawless.Ja: 完璧な瞬間ではなくても、彼らはお互いを大切に思う気持ちでいっぱいでした。En: Though it wasn't a perfect moment, they were filled with feelings of cherishing each other.Ja: ハルトはそのことを学び、アイコは彼のそんなところにもっと惹かれました。En: Haruto learned this, and Aiko was even more drawn to him because of it.Ja: 夏のディズニーランドで、彼らは新しい人生をスタートさせました。En: At Disneyland in the summer, they began a new chapter of their lives. Vocabulary Words:wafted: 漂うtowering: そびえ立つmemorable: 思い出に残るenergetically: 元気いっぱいにfluttered: ひらひらとpanicking: 焦っていましたsincere: 誠実なearnest: 一生懸命propose: プロポーズcart: カートbreeze: 風chaos: カオスparrot: オウムshouting: 叫びcheering: 応援challenge: 挑戦sigh: ホッとしたtowered: そびえ立つbroadcast: 放送flutter: ひらひらseize: 逃さずdrawn: 惹かれreliable: 頼りにならないcognizant: 認識していますechoed: 反響flawless: 完璧cherishing: 大切に思うescapade: 冒険cartography: 地図学amicable: 友好的

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Love Blossoms Amidst the Roses: A Proposal at Keukenhof Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-07-24-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zomerzon scheen helder boven de Keukenhof-tuinen.En: The summer sun shone brightly over the Keukenhof-gardens.Nl: Sanne en Joris liepen hand in hand langs de bloemperken, de lucht gevuld met de geur van duizenden bloemen.En: Sanne and Joris walked hand in hand along the flower beds, the air filled with the scent of thousands of flowers.Nl: Sanne voelde zich vrij en gelukkig.En: Sanne felt free and happy.Nl: Ze wilde elk moment van dit romantische weekend koesteren zonder na te denken over wat daarna zou komen.En: She wanted to cherish every moment of this romantic weekend without thinking about what would come next.Nl: Joris keek naar Sanne en glimlachte.En: Joris looked at Sanne and smiled.Nl: Hij had deze reis zorgvuldig gepland.En: He had carefully planned this trip.Nl: Vandaag was de dag dat hij haar wilde vragen om met hem te trouwen.En: Today was the day he wanted to ask her to marry him.Nl: Zijn hart was vol liefde voor haar, maar ook wat zenuwachtig.En: His heart was full of love for her, but he was also a bit nervous.Nl: Hij wist dat Sanne soms aarzelde over de toekomst, en hij wilde dat alles perfect zou zijn.En: He knew that Sanne sometimes hesitated about the future, and he wanted everything to be perfect.Nl: Ze wandelden over het pad omringd door tulpen en hyacinten.En: They strolled along the path surrounded by tulips and hyacinths.Nl: Sanne genoot van de kleurenpracht, niet bewust van Joris's plan.En: Sanne enjoyed the explosion of color, unaware of Joris's plan.Nl: Na een tijdje kwamen ze aan bij de rozentuin, levend met dieprode, roze en witte rozen.En: After a while, they arrived at the rose garden, alive with deep red, pink, and white roses.Nl: Het was een perfecte plek, dacht Joris.En: It was the perfect spot, thought Joris.Nl: Hier zou hij op één knie gaan en zijn liefde verklaren.En: Here he would kneel and declare his love.Nl: Terwijl ze aan de rand van de rozentuin stonden, haalde Joris diep adem.En: As they stood at the edge of the rose garden, Joris took a deep breath.Nl: Hij wilde dat Sanne zijn oprechte intenties begreep.En: He wanted Sanne to understand his sincere intentions.Nl: "Sanne," begon hij zachtjes terwijl hij knielde, "ik hou van je.En: "Sanne," he began softly as he knelt down, "I love you.Nl: Wil je met me trouwen?"En: Will you marry me?"Nl: Sanne keek verbaasd en haar hart begon sneller te kloppen.En: Sanne looked surprised, and her heart began to race.Nl: Dit was een moment dat ze had gevreesd maar ook had verlangd.En: This was a moment she had both feared and longed for.Nl: De schoonheid van de bloemen om hen heen, Joris's liefdevolle ogen, alles voelde op zijn plaats.En: The beauty of the flowers around them, the loving eyes of Joris, everything felt right.Nl: Ze realiseerde zich dat haar angst voor commitment niet opwoog tegen de liefde die ze voor Joris voelde.En: She realized that her fear of commitment did not outweigh the love she felt for Joris.Nl: "Ja," zei ze uiteindelijk, haar stem gevuld met warmte, "ik wil met je trouwen."En: "Yes," she finally said, her voice filled with warmth, "I want to marry you."Nl: Joris stond op, omhelsde haar en ze voelden allebei een sterke band.En: Joris stood up, embraced her, and they both felt a strong connection.Nl: De rozen geurden zoeter, de zon scheen helderder, en de toekomst voelde plotseling vol mogelijkheden.En: The roses smelled sweeter, the sun shone brighter, and the future suddenly felt full of possibilities.Nl: Sanne voelde zich sterk, klaar om de onzekerheden los te laten en hun pad samen te bewandelen.En: Sanne felt strong, ready to let go of uncertainties and walk their path together.Nl: Ze verlieten die dag de Keukenhof als verloofd stel, met vertrouwen in elkaar en een sprankelende liefde die hen leidde naar een mooie toekomst.En: They left that day from the Keukenhof as an engaged couple, with confidence in each other and a sparkling love guiding them toward a beautiful future. Vocabulary Words:cherish: koesterennervous: zenuwachtighesitated: aarzeldeunaware: niet bewustexplosion: kleurenprachtkneel: knielendeclare: verklarensincere: oprechteintentions: intentiescommitment: commitmentembraced: omhelsdecertainty: onzekerhedenguiding: leiddesparkling: sprankelendefelt: voeldefill: vullenconfidence: vertrouwenpath: padrealized: realiseerdefeared: gevreesdlonged: verlangdstood: stondenuncertainties: onzekerhedenpossibilities: mogelijkhedenrace: kloppenplan: planperfect: perfectestrode: wandeldenrose: roosengaged: verloofd

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Sunset Confessions: A Love Story Blossoms in the Orchard Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-07-20-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: השמש זרחה בהדר מעל רמת הגולן, וקרני האור נצנצו בין העצים.En: The sun rose majestically over the Ramat HaGolan, and the rays of light shimmered between the trees.He: שורות של עצי תפוח ירוקים התפרשו עד האופק, מתחת לשמים כחולים וצחורים.En: Rows of green apple trees stretched to the horizon, beneath the clear and blue skies.He: ארי ומאיה צעדו על השביל בין השורות, נהנים מריח פירות מבשילים שהקיף את המקום.En: Ari and Maya walked on the path between the rows, enjoying the scent of ripening fruit that filled the place.He: "אני אוהב את השקט פה," אמר ארי, כשהוא נשען על גזע עץ גדול, בתצפית על הפרדס.En: "I love the peace here," Ari said, leaning against a large tree trunk, overlooking the orchard.He: המילים היו פשוטות, אבל מוחו היה עסוק במחשבות מורכבות.En: The words were simple, but his mind was busy with complex thoughts.He: הוא ידע שהחג של ט"ו באב מתקרב, ורצה לנצל את ההזדמנות להיפתח בפני מאיה.En: He knew that the holiday of Tu B'Av was approaching, and he wanted to take the opportunity to open up to Maya.He: מאיה חייכה בשמחה.En: Maya smiled with joy.He: "זה באמת קסום כאן.En: "It really is magical here.He: מה אתה חושב על החג?En: What do you think about the holiday?"He: " היא שאלה, נותנת לו הזדמנות לשתף.En: she asked, giving him the chance to share.He: ארי היסס לרגע.En: Ari hesitated for a moment.He: "אני חושב שזה זמן נהדר לאהבה.En: "I think it's a great time for love.He: אבל לפעמים זה מפחיד אותי.En: But sometimes it scares me.He: אני לא יודע אם אני יכול לבטא את מה שאני מרגיש.En: I don't know if I can express what I feel."He: "מאיה נשענה על כתפו בעדינות.En: Maya gently leaned on his shoulder.He: "אתה יודע, זה טבעי לפחד.En: "You know, it's natural to be afraid.He: אבל לפעמים כדאי לקחת את הסיכון.En: But sometimes it's worth taking the risk."He: "העצים סביבם יצרו מעין מעבר.En: The trees around them formed a sort of passage.He: ברקע היו קולות של ילדים משחקים, והרוח נשבה ברכות.En: In the background were the sounds of children playing, and the wind blew gently.He: לתוך הסביבה השלווה הזו, ארי מצא את אומץ ליבו.En: Into this serene environment, Ari found his courage.He: עם השמש השוקעת וצובעת את השמים בצבעים של זהב וכתום, ארי פנה למאיה.En: With the sun setting and painting the sky in shades of gold and orange, Ari turned to Maya.He: "מאיה, אני צריך לספר לך משהו.En: "Maya, I need to tell you something.He: אני.En: I...He: אני מעריך אותך כל כך, אבל זה יותר מזה.En: I appreciate you so much, but it's more than that.He: אני חושב שאני מאוהב בך.En: I think I'm in love with you."He: "מאיה נשאה אליו עיניים מוארות בהפתעה וטוב.En: Maya looked at him with eyes lit with surprise and goodness.He: היא תפסה את ידו, וחייכה חיוך שהיה בו חום ורכות.En: She took his hand and smiled a smile full of warmth and gentleness.He: "ארי, אני מרגישה אותו דבר," היא אמרה ברכות.En: "Ari, I feel the same way," she said softly.He: "חשבתי הרבה עלינו, והלב שלי תמיד מוביל אליך.En: "I've thought a lot about us, and my heart always leads to you."He: "באותו רגע, הזמן כאילו עמד מלכת.En: At that moment, time seemed to stand still.He: היופי של השקיעה, ריח התפוחים, והאהבה שהתגברה ביניהם – הכל היה שלם ומושלם.En: The beauty of the sunset, the scent of apples, and the love that grew between them – it was all complete and perfect.He: כשחזרו מהפרדס, ארי ידע שמשהו בו השתנה.En: As they returned from the orchard, Ari knew that something in him had changed.He: הוא למד את הכוח שבהבאת רגשות אמיתיים לידי ביטוי, כמו פרי בשל שממתין להיקלט.En: He had learned the power of bringing true emotions to light, like a ripe fruit waiting to be picked.He: ובין הצללים הנופלים של הערב, ארי ומאיה צעדו יחד, יודעים שידידותם הפכה לסיפור אהבה חדש.En: And in the falling shadows of the evening, Ari and Maya walked together, knowing their friendship had turned into a new love story. Vocabulary Words:majestically: בהדרshimmered: נצנצוripening: מבשיליםserene: שלווהtrunk: גזעopportunity: הזדמנותappreciate: מעריךhesitated: היססgently: ברכותoverlooking: בתצפיתpassage: מעברcourage: אומץsurprise: הפתעהgentleness: רכותrevealing: בהבאתemotions: רגשותcomplete: שלםperfect: מושלםchanging: שהשתנהfriendship: ידידותםhorizon: האופקexpress: לבטאoccasion: חגripe: בשלwonder: פלאillumination: מאירהcomplex: מורכבותrisk: סיכוןenvironment: סביבהlead: מובילBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Summer's Hope: Love Blossoms in the Children's Home Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-07-17-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A nap sugarai végigsiklanak a gyermekotthon falain, melegséget hozva minden szobába.En: The rays of the sun glide along the walls of the children's home, bringing warmth to every room.Hu: Az udvaron gyerekek nevetése hallatszik, ahogy kergetőznek a zöld fűben, élvezve a nyári szabadságot.En: In the yard, the laughter of children echoes as they chase each other on the green grass, enjoying the freedom of summer.Hu: Ágnes az ablakból figyeli őket.En: Ágnes watches them from the window.Hu: Ő a gyermekotthon szíve, mindig azon dolgozik, hogy szerető otthont találjon az itteni kicsiknek.En: She is the heart of the children's home, always working to find a loving home for the little ones there.Hu: Egyik nap új önkéntes érkezik az otthonba.En: One day, a new volunteer arrives at the home.Hu: Zoltán az, aki segíteni akar a gyermekeken, de van valami melankólia a mosolya mögött.En: It is Zoltán, who wants to help the children, but there's a melancholy behind his smile.Hu: Ágnes első látásra érzi, hogy Zoltán különleges ember, aki mély sebeket hoz magával.En: Ágnes feels at first sight that Zoltán is a special person who carries deep wounds with him.Hu: Ahogy telnek a napok, Ágnes és Zoltán együtt dolgoznak a gyerekekkel.En: As the days pass, Ágnes and Zoltán work together with the children.Hu: Az együttműködésük során lassan megismerik egymást.En: During their collaboration, they slowly get to know each other.Hu: Zoltán meghallgatja Ágnest, mesél neki saját tapasztalatairól, Ágnes pedig megosztja vele az otthon titkos életét.En: Zoltán listens to Ágnes, sharing his own experiences with her, while Ágnes reveals the secret life of the home to him.Hu: Közben Mária, Ágnes jó barátja, észreveszi ezt a különös köteléket.En: Meanwhile, Mária, Ágnes's good friend, notices this peculiar bond.Hu: Mária, aki mindig figyelmes és kíváncsi, mosolyogva kérdezi Ágnestől: "Ugye Zoltán bácsival szerettek lenni?En: Mária, always attentive and curious, asks Ágnes with a smile, "You like being with Zoltán bácsi, don't you?Hu: Én úgy érzem, jó ember.En: I feel he's a good man."Hu: "Egy szempillantás alatt elérkezik a nyári rendezvény napja.En: In the blink of an eye, the day of the summer event arrives.Hu: Az egész otthon ünneplőbe öltözik a különleges alkalomra.En: The whole home is dressed for the special occasion.Hu: Ágnes és Zoltán nevetgélve díszítik fel az udvart.En: Ágnes and Zoltán giggle as they decorate the yard.Hu: Színes lampionok lengenek a szélben.En: Colorful lanterns sway in the wind.Hu: Éppen együtt teszik a lampionokat, mikor Ágnes szíve gyorsabban ver.En: As they place the lanterns together, Ágnes's heart beats faster.Hu: Az este folyamán, a csillagok alatt, Ágnes és Zoltán elhatározzák, hogy őszintén beszélnek.En: During the evening, under the stars, Ágnes and Zoltán decide to speak honestly.Hu: Ágnes fél nyitni, de érzi, hogy Zoltán megérti őt.En: Ágnes is afraid to open up, but she feels that Zoltán understands her.Hu: Zoltán is megosztja, hogy az elmúlt évek fájdalma miatt vonult vissza, de itt, ezek közt a gyerekek közt újra élni kezdett.En: Zoltán also shares that he had withdrawn because of the pain of the past years, but here, among these children, he has begun to live again.Hu: Ágnes rájön, hogy a két élet, a munka és a személyes kapcsolatok, nem kell, hogy kizárják egymást.En: Ágnes realizes that the two parts of her life, work and personal relationships, do not have to exclude each other.Hu: Megérti, hogy a szeretet, amit a gyerekek, Zoltán iránt érez, még inkább gazdagítja őt és a munkáját is.En: She understands that the love she feels for the children and for Zoltán enriches her and her work even more.Hu: A nyári szellő lágyan simogatja Megnyílnak egymás felé, együtt nevettek a gyerekekkel.En: The gentle summer breeze softly caresses them as they open up to each other and laugh together with the children.Hu: Az új fejezet elkezdődik, ahol a személyes boldogság és a munka iránti szenvedély összefonódik.En: A new chapter begins, where personal happiness and passion for work intertwine.Hu: A gyermekotthon továbbra is csupa zaj, nevetés és játék marad, de mostantól Ágnes és Zoltán közös ereje is vigyáz rá.En: The children's home remains full of noise, laughter, and play, but from now on, the combined strength of Ágnes and Zoltán also watches over it.Hu: A nap lenyugszik, de az ő történetük csak most kezdődik.En: The sun sets, but their story is just beginning. Vocabulary Words:rays: sugaraiglide: végigsiklanakwarmth: melegségetyard: udvaronmelancholy: melankóliawounds: sebeketcollaboration: együttműködésükpeculiar: különösbond: köteléketattentive: figyelmesoccasion: alkalomragiggle: nevetgélvelanterns: lampionoksway: lengenekheart beats faster: szíve gyorsabban verwithdrawn: visszaexclude: kizárjákenriches: gazdagítjasummer breeze: nyári szellőcaresses: simogatjaintertwine: összefonódikpersonal happiness: személyes boldogságpassion for work: munka iránti szenvedélycelebration: ünneplőbelaughter: nevetésfreedom: szabadságotattentive: figyelmescurious: kíváncsiunfolds: megnyílnakcommon strength: közös ereje

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lotus Blossoms and Brush Strokes: Liwei's Artful Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-16-22-34-00-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个阳光明媚的夏天，丽伟、小美和陈明来到了颐和园。En: On a sunny summer day, Liwei, Xiaomei, and Chen Ming went to the Yiheyuan.Zh: 他们正为学校的艺术项目做准备。En: They were preparing for a school art project.Zh: 颐和园的花园很美丽，古老的建筑充满了灵感。En: The garden at Yiheyuan was beautiful, and the ancient buildings were full of inspiration.Zh: 丽伟是个有艺术天赋的人，他经常沉思，却有些不自信。En: Liwei was a talented artist, often lost in thought, yet somewhat lacking in confidence.Zh: 小美总是有条理，她支持丽伟，但对截止日期很焦虑。En: Xiaomei was always organized, supporting Liwei but anxious about deadlines.Zh: 陈明性格开朗，善于交际，但容易难以坚持。En: Chen Ming had a cheerful personality and was sociable but found it hard to stick to tasks.Zh: 丽伟坐在池塘边，思考如何做出一个出色的作品。En: Liwei sat by the pond, contemplating how to create an outstanding piece.Zh: 他想创造一个独特的艺术品，但心里充满了疑问。En: He wanted to craft a unique artwork but was filled with doubt.Zh: 小美不断提醒他，要抓紧时间。En: Xiaomei kept reminding him to keep an eye on the time.Zh: 陈明建议他做一些有趣的东西，吸引更多人的注意。En: Chen Ming suggested he make something fun to attract more attention.Zh: 丽伟感到困惑。En: Liwei felt confused.Zh: 他听取了朋友们的建议，但是这些和他的想法不太一样。En: He listened to his friends' advice, but it didn't quite match his own thoughts.Zh: 他不知道应该听从谁的意见。En: He didn't know whose opinion to follow.Zh: 这时候，一阵微风吹来，荷花轻轻摇摆。En: At that moment, a gentle breeze blew, causing the lotus flowers to sway softly.Zh: 丽伟看着荷花，突然有了灵感。En: Liwei gazed at the lotus blossoms and suddenly felt inspired.Zh: 他决定把小美的条理和陈明的创意结合在一起，同时保持自己的独特风格。En: He decided to combine Xiaomei's organization with Chen Ming's creativity while maintaining his own unique style.Zh: 他开始画一幅画，画中的荷花既有组织，又充满活力，还不失他的个人风格。En: He began to draw a painting, where the lotus flowers were both organized and vibrant, yet retained his personal touch.Zh: 展示作品的当天终于到了。En: The day to present the work finally arrived.Zh: 大家看到丽伟的作品，都被这幅既有艺术性又有创意的画迷住了。En: Everyone who saw Liwei's piece was captivated by this painting that was both artistic and creative.Zh: 小美称赞他说：“你的作品既有条理，又充满活力。En: Xiaomei praised him saying, "Your work is organized and full of vitality."Zh: ”陈明拍着丽伟的肩膀说：“真是个有趣的作品！En: Chen Ming patted Liwei on the shoulder and said, "What an interesting piece!"Zh: ”经过这次的经历，丽伟找到了平衡自我创作和他人建议的方法。En: Through this experience, Liwei found a way to balance his own creativity with the suggestions of others.Zh: 他更加自信，明白了合作与个人创造力同样重要。En: He became more confident and realized that collaboration was just as important as personal creativity.Zh: 天边晚霞映照着颐和园，美丽的风景见证了丽伟的成长。En: The evening's glow painted the sky over Yiheyuan, and the beautiful scenery witnessed Liwei's growth.Zh: 他望着远处的山那边，嘴角浮现出一个满足的微笑。En: He looked towards the mountains in the distance, a contented smile appearing on his lips. Vocabulary Words:sunny: 阳光明媚summer: 夏天ancient: 古老inspiration: 灵感talented: 有艺术天赋contemplating: 思考outstanding: 出色craft: 创造unique: 独特doubt: 疑问gentle: 温柔breeze: 微风sway: 轻轻摇摆vibrant: 充满活力captivated: 迷住vitality: 活力pat: 拍collaboration: 合作contented: 满足glow: 晚霞witnessed: 见证balance: 平衡supporting: 支持confused: 困惑advice: 建议opinion: 意见organize: 条理cheerful: 开朗sociable: 善于交际creativity: 创造力

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Love Blossoms at the Mountain Village Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-13-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 山村集市在山间的晨光中焕发出勃勃生机。En: The mountain village market burst with vibrant life in the morning light of the mountains.Zh: 彩色的帐篷如花朵般盛开，空气中弥漫着香草和新鲜蔬菜的芬芳。En: Colorful tents bloomed like flowers, and the air was filled with the fragrance of herbs and fresh vegetables.Zh: 人们穿梭其间，为即将到来的七夕节添置各种食材。En: People shuttled back and forth, adding various ingredients for the upcoming Qixi Festival.Zh: 梅是一位年轻的姑娘，对烹饪充满热情。En: Mei was a young woman with a passion for cooking.Zh: 她计划为心仪的人准备一顿特别的晚餐，以此表达自己的心意。En: She planned to prepare a special dinner for someone she admired, as a way to express her feelings.Zh: 然而，节日将至，集市比平常更热闹，想要购买的食材在迅速售罄。En: However, with the festival approaching, the market was busier than usual, and the ingredients she wanted were quickly selling out.Zh: “我要找到最好的材料，”梅对自己说道。En: "I need to find the best materials," Mei said to herself.Zh: “只有用最好的食材，才能做出我想要的那道菜！En: "Only with the best ingredients can I make the dish I want!"Zh: ”她走过一个个摊位，与摊主们讨价还价，努力收集所需的蔬菜和香草。En: She walked past one stall after another, haggling with vendors, diligently collecting the needed vegetables and herbs.Zh: 梁是一位友好的摊贩，对梅一直心怀倾慕。En: Liang was a friendly vendor who had always admired Mei.Zh: 他见梅走近自己的摊位，微微一笑。En: Seeing her approach his stall, he gave a slight smile.Zh: “梅，今天需要些什么？En: "Mei, what do you need today?"Zh: ”梁问道，他的摊位上摆满了新鲜的香草。En: Liang asked, his stall filled with fresh herbs.Zh: “你好，梁，”梅热情地回应。En: "Hello, Liang," Mei responded warmly.Zh: “我在找一些香菜、薄荷，还有一些辣椒。En: "I'm looking for cilantro, mint, and some chili peppers.Zh: 可是好像人太多了，我还缺最后几样。En: But it seems too crowded today, and I'm still missing a few items."Zh: ”梁明白梅的困难，也知晓她为谁准备这顿晚餐。En: Liang understood Mei's difficulty and also knew for whom she was preparing this dinner.Zh: 他在心中犹豫，要不要趁机表达自己的心意。En: He hesitated in his heart, wondering whether to take the opportunity to express his feelings.Zh: 然而，他决定先帮助梅。En: However, he decided to help Mei first.Zh: “这些都是我为你留的，”梁说，悄悄从摊位后拿出一小篮新鲜香草。En: "I've kept these just for you," Liang said, quietly taking out a small basket of fresh herbs from behind the stall.Zh: 梅惊讶且感激地看着梁。En: Mei looked at Liang in surprise and gratitude.Zh: “谢谢你，梁！En: "Thank you, Liang!Zh: 这些就是我需要的！En: This is exactly what I needed!"Zh: ”她说，心中一阵温暖。En: she said, feeling a wave of warmth in her heart.Zh: 日落时分，梅邀请梁来她家共进晚餐。En: At sunset, Mei invited Liang to her home for dinner.Zh: 灯火柔和，空气中飘着诱人的香气。En: The lights were soft, and the air was filled with a tempting aroma.Zh: 梅端上她的佳肴，微笑着对梁说：“谢谢你的帮助。En: Mei served her dishes and smiled at Liang, saying, "Thank you for your help.Zh: 因为有了你，我才能做出这顿晚餐。En: Because of you, I was able to make this dinner."Zh: ”吃着梅亲手做的饭菜，梁终于鼓起勇气，说出了心里话。En: While eating the meal Mei had personally prepared, Liang finally mustered the courage to speak his heart.Zh: “梅，我其实一直很欣赏你，也很喜欢这些因为你而变得特别的日子。En: "Mei, I've always appreciated you and really cherish these days made special by you."Zh: ”梅脸上露出幸福的微笑。En: Mei's face lit up with a happy smile.Zh: “我也是呢，一直想告诉你，那些日子里我也很开心。En: "I do too, I've always wanted to tell you, those days were very joyful for me as well."Zh: ”那天晚上，他们在共同分享的餐桌旁，敞开心扉，终于明白彼此心意。En: That night, around a shared table, they opened their hearts and finally understood each other's feelings.Zh: 不知不觉中，他们的世界因为一个下午的集市而改变。En: Unknowingly, their world was changed by an afternoon at the market.Zh: 山村集市的繁忙已经远去，夜空中挂满星星，与温柔的月光一道，见证了一个新的开始。En: The hustle and bustle of the mountain village market had faded away, and the starry night sky, along with the gentle moonlight, witnessed a new beginning. Vocabulary Words:vibrant: 勃勃生机bloomed: 盛开fragrance: 芬芳shuttled: 穿梭forth: 其间upcoming: 即将到来的admired: 心仪haggling: 讨价还价vendors: 摊贩diligently: 努力chili peppers: 辣椒crowded: 热闹hesitated: 犹豫gratitude: 感激temper: 柔和aroma: 香气mustered: 鼓起cherish: 珍惜appreciate: 欣赏shared: 共同bustle: 繁忙faded: 远去starry: 星星gentle: 温柔witnessed: 见证express: 表达feelings: 心意materials: 材料personally: 亲手surprise: 惊讶

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Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. US bureau chief Jacob Magid joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. US President Donald Trump on Thursday demanded the end of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ongoing criminal trial. Netanyahu is on trial in three corruption cases, facing charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust. Among other comments, Trump wrote, “It was the United States of America that saved Israel, and now it is going to be the United States of America that saves Bibi Netanyahu. THIS TRAVESTY OF ‘JUSTICE’ CAN NOT BE ALLOWED!” Magid weighs in. Yesterday, it was announced that US and Iranian officials will hold nuclear talks next week, even as Tehran insisted it will not give up its nuclear program and the US has claimed the program was "obliterated." Magid breaks down some of the conflicting information and offers insight into what kind of deal may take shape following the Israel-Iran war. Israel reportedly halted aid deliveries into Gaza after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced that he ordered the military to present a plan within the next two days on how to keep Hamas from stealing humanitarian assistance. Magid tries to makes sense of what is reportedly taking place on the ground. Families of hostages held in Gaza hope the ceasefire with Iran, which went into effect on Tuesday will mark a turning point — one that could lead to a truce with Hamas and finally bring their loved ones home. “Those who are capable of reaching a ceasefire with Iran can also put an end to the war in Gaza,” the Hostages and Missing Families Forum said in a statement. “Ending the operation in Iran without using it to return all the hostages would be a grave diplomatic failure.” Magid has some optimism for more talks and explains why. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Trump demands end to Netanyahu’s graft trial: ‘US saved Israel, now it’s going to save Bibi’ Trump says US will meet with Iran next week, asserts nuke deal ‘no longer necessary’ Hostage families hope Iran truce yields Gaza deal: ‘Hamas is at its weakest point’ Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on April 7, 2025. (SAUL LOEB / AFP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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