Podcasts about English

PLEASE SHARE THIS LINK in your social media so others who loves strange and macabre stories can listen too: https://weirddarkness.com/archives/17703IN THIS EPISODE: Could there be floating balls of light not only possessed of some sort of intelli­gence, but which are capable of forming a unique bond with a person and even delivering painful stings when they so choose? (Sentient Fireballs and Biting Lights) *** Cattle sometimes die suddenly on Silvies Valley Ranch's 140,000 acres in Harney County — struck by disease or felled by a broken leg and unable to find a way out of the rugged, forested terrain. But by the time ranch hands discovered four more dead bulls within 24 hours, they knew they were likely dealing with deliberate, premeditated killings. (Oregon Cattle Mutilations) *** To quote one survivor of a near-death experience: “I know of no English words for the combination of joy, ecstasy, love, and requited longing that burned within me. It carried me to a dimension I never knew existed. In that moment, there was no pain of loss, only unity, rapture and reunion.” Is it possible that we may soon have scientific evidence for what lies beyond the veil? (New Evidence of Life After Death) *** Seeing specters in the reflection of a mirror or piece of glass is not just a cliché movie trope. There is a history that goes along with the happening. (Ghost In The Mirror) *** We've all heard of haunted forests – but there is one that is so disturbing it drives some people to want to commit murder! (Where The Woods Entice You To Murder) *** When it comes to ghostly apparitions, the White Lady are ubiquitous. But a theater in Sunderland, England has not just a White Lady specter, but also the haunting Grey Lady… and the ghost of a comedian. (Haunted Empire Theater)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Sentient Fireballs and Biting Lights” from the Fortean Times: (link no longer available)“Oregon Cattle Mutilations” by Diana Kruzman for Oregon Live: https://tinyurl.com/y3sg3gle “New Evidence for Life After Death” by Michael Grosso for Consciousness Unbound: https://tinyurl.com/wou5am3 “Ghost in the Mirror” by Micah Hanks for the Gralien Report: https://tinyurl.com/wuxunbx; Erin McCann for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.com/archives/2587; and Lyra Radford for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/wnzk58k “Where The Woods Entice You To Murder” by Claire Reid for Lad Bible: https://tinyurl.com/tg9ylqo “The Haunted Empire Theater” by Ian at Mysterious Britain and Ireland: https://tinyurl.com/tvxswbr Visit our Sponsors & Friends: https://weirddarkness.com/sponsors Join the Weird Darkness Syndicate: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Advertise in the Weird Darkness podcast or syndicated radio show: https://weirddarkness.com/advertise= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. Background music provided by Alibi Music Library, EpidemicSound and/or StoryBlocks with paid license. Music from Shadows Symphony (https://tinyurl.com/yyrv987t), Midnight Syndicate (http://amzn.to/2BYCoXZ) Kevin MacLeod (https://tinyurl.com/y2v7fgbu), Tony Longworth (https://tinyurl.com/y2nhnbt7), and Nicolas Gasparini (https://tinyurl.com/lnqpfs8) is used with permission of the artists.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =OTHER PODCASTS I HOST…Paranormality Magazine: (COMING SEPT. 30, 2023) https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/paranormalitymagMicro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/microterrorsRetro Radio – Old Time Radio In The Dark: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/retroradioChurch of the Undead: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/churchoftheundead= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2023, Weird Darkness.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3655291/advertisement

In today's episode, you will learn more about one of my student's experiences with studying English.If you want to sign up for the free English email newsletter, go to https://speakenglishwithtiffani.com/newsletter

Prince Andrew is losing his security detail and from all reports, he isn't happy about it. However, it is far passed time that the English tax payer stopped footing the bill for a national embarrassment like Andrew. With financial uncertainty gripping the UK, it is hardly justifiable to spend money on a security detail for a man who is no longer a working royal and the monarchy plans to put an end to it.(commercial at 6:58)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11474001/Prince-Andrew-furious-axe-3m-year-police-bodyguard-Epstein-scandal.htmlThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5003294/advertisement

Change is in the air. Baja Summer is making her graceful exit. October is just around the corner. It's happening so fast but that seems to be how it works.Once things start to ramp up and the tectonic plates of life start to actually move; it's only at that point, that I'm able to glance back and say, ah… that's what that was all about.We all know change is hard and that the transition period before the big change can be fraught with discomfort. Sometimes we cope with this discomfort by overanalyzing and speculating about all the possible outcomes, which then leads to analysis paralysis. Or worse yet, falling back into the easy chair of one of my least favorite words in the English language, someday. We can speculate all day long but speculation is just procrastination disguised as action. Yes, it's difficult but at the end of the day, you gotta go to know.  * * *If you like what you're hearing, subscribe, leave a review, and share with your friends because the show doesn't go anywhere without you.Visit us at themindunset.com, follow us on Instagram @themindunsetpodcast.Until next time... Be nice. Do good stuff.

In this edition of Locked on Capitals Dan talks about how Alex Ovechkin has taken Ivan Miroshnichenko under his wing. Ovi says that he sees a bit of himself in Miro. When Ovi first came to the US and the Capitals, he knew little English and even lived at the GM George McPhee's house. Ovi is doing his best to help Miro feel comfortable at practice and even taking him to dinner. It's Dan's belief the Ovi is passing the torch to Miro as he sees the end of his time with the Capitals on the distant horizon. Later Dan talks about Peter Bondra's thoughts on Alex Ovechkin and if he thinks he can pass Gretzky. In the last segment Dan talks about injury questions when it comes to the Caps blue line. CHAT CAPS HOCKEY WITH ME ON SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedoncapitals Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash Get fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code locked at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply. Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Debapriya Sarkar's new book, titled Possible Knowledge: The Literary Forms of Early Modern Science (U Pennsylvania Press, 2023) is a study of how poets and philosophers took up the “the possible” as an alternative to the actual. By pushing back against the positivism we associate so strongly with the scientific revolution, the literary texts examined in this book—Margaret Cavendish's poetry and prose, Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queene, Francis Bacon's New Atlantis, Shakespeare's Macbeth, Milton's Paradise Lost—invited their readers to inhabit worlds-not-yet-known, to take up uncertainty and contingency as habits of thought. I am excited to welcome Debapriya Sarkar to the podcast to discuss Possible Knowledge. Debapriya is Professor of English at the University of Connecticut. Debapriya has published articles in English Literary Renaissance, Spenser Studies, and Shakespeare Studies. She has received long-term fellowships from the Huntington Library, and the Folger Shakespeare Library. John Yargo is Visiting Assistant Professor of English at Boston College. He earned a PhD in English literature from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, specializing in the environmental humanities and early modern culture. In 2023, his dissertation won the J. Leeds Barroll Prize, given by the Shakespeare Association of America. His peer-reviewed articles have been published or are forthcoming in the Journal for Early Modern Culture Studies, Early Theatre, Studies in Philology, and Shakespeare Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

What was special about 1845 and why does it deserve particular scrutiny? In The Year that Shaped the Victorian Age: Lives, Loves and Letters of 1845 (Cambridge UP, 2022), one of the leading authorities on the Victorian age argues that this was the critical year in a decade which witnessed revolution on continental Europe, the threat of mass insurrection at home and radical developments in railway transport, communications, religion, literature and the arts. The effects of the new poor law now became visible in the workhouses; a potato blight started in Ireland, heralding the Great Famine; and the Church of England was rocked to its foundations by John Henry Newman's conversion to Roman Catholicism. What Victorian England became was moulded, says Michael Wheeler, in the crucible of 1845. Exploring pivotal correspondence, together with pamphlets, articles and cartoons, the author tells the riveting story of a seismic epoch through the lives, loves and letters of leading contemporaneous figures. Michael Wheeler is a leading cultural and literary historian and presently a Visiting Professor of English Literature at the University of Southampton. His many critically acclaimed books include the prize-winning Death and the Future Life in Victorian Literature and Theology (1990), Ruskin's God (1999), The Old Enemies (2006) and St John and the Victorians (2011) – all published by Cambridge University Press – and, most recently, The Athenæum, published by Yale University Press in 2020. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

How does conversion rely upon revelation and revelators? Dr. Matthew Richardson examines Paul's letter to the Ephesians, discusses conversion, and how God reveals mysteries through revelation to His children.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-31-40/YouTube: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part 1–Dr. Matthew Richardson01:56 Introduction of Dr. Matthew Richardson03:39 The city of Ephesus05:52 Roman armor08:27 Paul's introduction to the letter09:59 Come, Follow Me beginnings13:44 Paul and Mormon parallels14:07 Dr. Richardson shares a personal story about his dad's letters15:47 Becoming a new creature17:14 Predestination and the fabric of conversion22:49 Magic vs mysteries24:59 Conversion and great mysteries27:25 God shares all 29:04 “Unfolding the Mysteries through Revelation”30:40 Lehi as a “visionary man”34:58 Paul is a “prisoner of Christ”38:01 God's answers aren't fast40:17 Dr. Richardson shares a personal story about love44:07 The dispensation of the fulness of times47:02 Administration of the gospel49:46 the last days and “knowledge of truth”51:17 Distractions52:42 Crisis vs decision54:56 Dr. Richardson shares a story about Elder Eyring57:59 Conversion and commitment58:58 Dr. Richardson shares a story about his recent mission59:42 Marriage vows and misunderstanding Paul's words1:04:52 Children of light and reverence1:08:21 Prophets are for our benefit1:11:16 Dr. Richardson shares a personal story about President Nelson1:12:40 No more strangers in Christ and remove bias and prejudice 1:16:22 End of Part 1–Dr. Matthew RichardsonThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

On this episode of the Hungarian Heritage podcast, I will be speaking with Ildiko Wardlaw. She is the creator and owner of Kukucs Box, a Hungarian language learning subscription box for young children. We will discuss  the inspiration for Ildi's journey from Hungary to Scotland, her personal English language learning experience, and her efforts to teach her children to be bilingual, which led to her creating the  Kukucs Box subscription program. You will see that the Kukucs Box subscription has lots of surprises and opportunities, not only the bilingual child or grandchild you are trying to raise, but for the parents and grandparents, too. Stay tuned to hear all about this language learning opportunity, and that's not all, we also have a surprise announcement for our listeners at the end of the episode, so make sure you stay tuned in until the end. Below, you will also find how you can connect with Ildi Wardlaw on all of her social media platforms, and for information on how you can purchase a subscription to Kukucs Box on her website  The podcast social media is also listed below for information about how you can enter to win a free one month Kukucs Box subscription. We will be giving away three subscriptions, so be sure to check both of our social medias for contest rules and entry dates. Connect with Ildi Wardlaw at Kukucs BoxWebsite: www.kukucsbox.com You can also purchase a Kukucs Box subscription and email Ildi directly on the website.Instagram: @KukucsboxFacebook:  Kukucs BoxConnect with the PodcastWebsite: www.myhungarianheritage.com. Email: Christine@myhungarianheritage.comInstagram: @hungarianheritagepodcastFacebook: Hungarian Heritage Podcast

Everyone has heard of the term "pseudoscience," typically used to describe something that looks like science, but is somehow false, misleading, or unproven. Many would be able to agree on a list of things that fall under its umbrella - astrology, phrenology, UFOlogy, creationism, and eugenics might come to mind. But defining what makes these fields “pseudo” is a far more complex issue. It has proved impossible to come up with a simple criterion that enables us to differentiate pseudoscience from genuine science. Given the virulence of contemporary disputes over the denial of climate change and anti-vaccination movements - both of which display allegations of “pseudoscience” on all sides - there is a clear need to better understand issues of scientific demarcation. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford UP, 2023) explores the philosophical and historical attempts to address this problem of demarcation. This book argues that by understanding doctrines that are often seen as antithetical to science, we can learn a great deal about how science operated in the past and does today. This exploration raises several questions: How does a doctrine become demonized as pseudoscientific? Who has the authority to make these pronouncements? How is the status of science shaped by political or cultural contexts? How does pseudoscience differ from scientific fraud? Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction both answers these questions and guides readers along a bewildering array of marginalized doctrines, looking at parapsychology (ESP), Lysenkoism, scientific racism, and alchemy, among others, to better understand the struggle to define what science is and is not, and how the controversies have shifted over the centuries. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction provides a historical tour through many of these fringe fields in order to provide tools to think deeply about scientific controversies both in the past and in our present. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

The Break Room (WEDNESDAY 9/27/23) 7am Hour Includes:  1) More and more people are becoming aware that you can shop at more that one grocery store on a regular basis... Tommy questions their loyalty.  2) Tommy has a theory as to why people from Rochester are generally more clumsy than folks who live in other places.  3) As the Duffy family gears up for their trip to London, Duffy is realizing how little he knows about English money.

John Catsimatidis went from rags to riches to become the CEO of the Red Apple Group where he began his meteoric rise to billionaire status as the founder of the Gristedes supermarket chain in New York City. He started as a child immigrant from very modest beginnings were he had to learn English and where he took one small grocery store and turned it into a sprawling empire. He has gone on to be wildly successful in other industries including real estate, energy, sports and media as the owner of WABC Radio in NYC. His book is How Far Do You Want To Go: Lessons from a Common-Sense Billionaire. If you ever dreamed of hitting the Lotto, dream on...or learn the blueprint from this book on how to get to the top...the very top. Topics we cover in this interview include: What was life like growing up in West Harlem? What inspired you to write a book and what are the main takeaways you wish for our audience to learn from reading it? What do you believe are your secrets or not so secret principles that have enabled you to build not only a successful business empire but a successful personal life as well? What is your idea of common sense that you allude to in the subtitle of your book? There is an incredible quote in your book that was your public school's slogan: Never let it rest until our good gets better and our better gets best. What does that mean to you and how have you applied this lesson? In the book, you say that you were insecure in public school. Insecure that you weren't smart enough. Insecure that your English was not good enough. Insecure that the other kids had more and knew more. Insecure that you did not belong. How did you cope with that at 5 years old & how did you overcome this? What role does collaborating with others play in your life and do you have a prime example that comes to mind of a particularly mutually successful collaboration? Can you tell us what is the sink or swim theory you learned from your cousin in Greece?

Narrator: Simon Mattacks

Bentornati all'ascolto di ITALIANO ON-AIR, alla sua 5a stagione. Oggi inauguriamo una nuova rubrica dal nome "CURIOSITALIA".In questo episodio scopriremo perché i mesi dell'anno in italiano si chiamano così. Alcune delle cose che scopriremo ci spiegheranno anche il significato dei nomi dei mesi in altre lingue, come ad esempio July in inglese o Julio in spagnolo.E scopriremo, come nella domanda iniziale, perché "settembre", che è il 9° mese dell'anno, contiene la parola "sette" nel suo nome. Segui il nostro podcast sulla lingua italiana "Italiano ON-Air" su: https://podcast.scuolaleonardo.com (dove trovi anche la trascrizione dell'episodio)oppure sulle principali piattaforme di podcast:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Google PodcastPer informazioni sui corsi della Scuola Leonardo da Vinci:  www.scuolaleonardo.comSe vuoi contattarci o proporre qualche tema da affrontare nei prossimi episodi scrivi a podcast@scuolaleonardo.com----------- ENGLISH ------------Welcome back to the 5th season of ITALIANO ON-AIR, the podcast on the Italian language. Today we inaugurate a new column called "CURIOSITALIA".In this episode, we will discover the meaning of the months name in Italian. Some of them will also explain the meaning of the months name in other languages, such as July in English or Julio in Spanish.Then we will discover, as in the initial question, why "Settembre", which is the 9th month of the year, contains the word "seven" in its name.Follow our podcast on the Italian language "Italiano ON-Air"  by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci: https://podcast.scuolaleonardo.com (where you can find the transcript of the episode) or on the leading podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Google PodcastFor information on the Scuola Leonardo da Vinci courses:  www.scuolaleonardo.comTo contact us or to propose some topics, write to podcast@scuolaleonardo.com

Dr. Matthew Richardson discusses the importance of revelation to become truly converted to Jesus Christ and why we wear “the whole armor of God.”Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-31-40/YouTube: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part II–Dr. Matthew Richardson 00:07 Dr. Richardson shares a personal story about the power of the gospel2:00 Unity and one body03:39 Grace05:08 C.S. Lewis and the scissors analogy09:25 Gratitude and not boasting11:27 Jesus enacts uncomfortable change13:36 Remaining close to the Spirit15:58 We are called to be a light18:50 Let God prevail21:13 Putting off our natural tendencies22:52 Being receptive to revelation25:29 A great wrestle26:45 Honoring parents29:16 Why we don the “whole armor of God”35:59 Protecting and defending38:45 Protecting our thoughts41:06 The mysteries will be solved through revelation and revelators43:38 The power of the sacrament47:59 Not the “hoodie of happiness”49:19 Having the Spirit with us51:51 It's not a burden, it's a quest 54:21 Strength in numbers56:08 The Atonement of Jesus Christ and the role of the Spirit57:56 President Eyring on “no more strangers”1:00:54 A warning from Paul and final message 1:06:36 End of Part II–Dr. Matthew RichardsonThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

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On this episode, we were joined International Booker Prize shortlisted author Benjamín Labatut, who's first novel written in English is The Maniac, a dark exploration of genius, telling three gripping stories about the consequences of scientific breakthroughs untethered by moral or ethical boundaries. Benjamín spoke with us about his interest in humanity's search for new forms of consciousness, be it through modern computers or the centuries old use of psychoactive drugs by the indigenous peoples of the Amazon. He also explained that in matters of literature, something considered “morally good” should be not confused with being interesting. With the book depicting 20th century breakthroughs like the creation of the atom bomb and the eventual rise of AI, we also raised the question about releasing this book in the year of Oppenheimer and ChatGPT. Needless to say, the ideas explore in his new novel – and relayed in our conversation – could not be more timely or relevant.

A student asked me when we use the word feeling (singular) vs. feelings (plural), like in the sentence “I can certainly understand your feeling / feelings.” The most natural choice here is feelings, because we use the plural form when it's a substitute for the word "emotions" in general. We use the word feeling, singular, when we're talking about one specific feeling. It's usually modified with an adjective - an amazing feeling, a terrible feeling, etc. In today's lesson you'll expand your vocabulary by learning collocations with the words feeling and feelings. These are combinations of words that are often used together - and learning them will help you speak English more easily and naturally. I have two great ways for you to learn lots more collocations fast: One is my e-book, 1000 Collocations in 10 Minutes a Day, which is great for intermediate learners. The other one is my Advanced Vocabulary and Collocations Course, which is perfect for more experienced English learners. Click on each link for more information and to join!

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According to the National Center for Education Statistics, about ten percent of students in U.S. public schools are English language learners. With this number steadily growing, educators and students are facing challenges highlighting a need to rethink curricula and teaching strategies.   What are the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students? How can we remedy the challenges they face? And how can our schools create an environment where these students can thrive?    In this episode, Dr. Robert Scott joins Kevin to discuss how we can best support linguistically diverse students.

Creating space for speaking up and speaking out about sexual assault and proper justice is so needed. People of all backgrounds and experiences have been affected by sexual assault, whether personally as a victim or relationally as the friend or loved one of a victim. To talk about this sensitive topic, I interviewed Karla Hernandez and Gerald Ericksen, the driving forces behind VIVO Alliance. Karla is a recent sexual assault survivor, and her husband, Gerald, has walked with her through the lingering trauma both of the assault as well as the lack of justice for victims such as herself. I hope this episode inspires and empowers you to speak up and speak out for needed change in our world.  “Not getting it [justice] kind of leaves you in a state of feeling like you're frozen in time.” – Karla Hernandez What You'll Learn Relearning how to navigate life Additional trauma of injustice Speaking up despite threats Advocating for proper victim rights Spreading understanding to empower change Courage to tell your story You are not alone Contact Info and Recommended Resources Connect with Karla Hernandez Karla Hernandez, the driving force behind VIVO Alliance, is a recent survivor of sexual assault. Because of her experience not only with the trauma from the incident, but the further trauma from futile efforts to deal with the Puerto Rican justice system, she decided to make it her mission to shine a light on this problem and help lead a new approach to addressing it.  Through VIVO Alliance, Karla is on a quest to press for government accountability, advocate for victim's rights and recovery, and build a community of hope and healing for survivors who have gone through these kinds of ordeals. Karla was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and is fluent in English as well as her native language, Spanish. She has worked in high-end health and wellness services, event planning and management, and PR strategy. A common thread in her work experience is her strength as a communicator and team builder.  In her free time, Karla loves going on outdoor adventures with her husband and their German Shepherd, training in mixed martial arts for self-defense, traveling and going on road trips, and hosting gatherings for family and friends. Website: vivoalliance.org Email: vivoalliancefoundation@gmail.com  If you would like to donate, please visit: every.org/vivoalliance/f/victims-rights-advocacy  Instagram | @vivoalliance Facebook | @vivoalliance Connect with Molly Claire Create A Killer Program For Your Clients: Registration fills fast so get on the January 2024 waitlist! A bit more about the Create A Killer Program For Your Clients program…  Don't you love the idea of leading your business with service and results? Let's face it, when you're not confident in your program, you're not clear with your offer either.  When you lack confidence and clarity - you WON'T grow your business. In this interactive workshop-style Masterclass with Molly you will learn: How the right program can fuel your marketing and sales efforts 3 key ingredients to effective coaching programs How to build a program that will set you apart as an expert If you're ready to fall in love with coaching again and get *excited* about changing your clients' lives - this is your chance! Masterful Coach Foundations: Are you a mission-centered Life Coach ready to build your profitable + purposeful business? Masterful Coach Foundations + The 10K Accelerator Method is designed just for you: mollyclaire.com/foundations. Reach out with your questions or thoughts:  Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IG  molly@mollyclaire.com Facebook I am truly thankful for feedback and rating of the podcast: When you leave a review of The Masterful Coach on your favorite platform, it increases the reach of the podcast to help more people! Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | iHeart Radio | Amazon Music | RSS Work with me:  mollyclaire.com/coaching Get my FREE 10K Goal Tracker: This free goal tracker will help you organize your plan so you can make money + make a difference, one client at a time. Request your instant access copy today! mollyclaire.com/make-your-first-10k-goal-tracker Feeling stuck in your coaching business? It's not your fault. To help you get unstuck, I have 5 Tips No One Ever Told You. Get them for FREE at mollyclaire.com. Get my book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book

English-BK Murli today Audio: 28 September 2023 - Shiv Baba's murali for Brahma Kumaris (BK) godly students. Official Murli audio from Madhuban. ✤ English Daily Murli FULL playlist➤ https://soundcloud.com/brahmakumaris-bk/sets/bk-murli-daily-english --------------------------------- ★Main BK website ➤ https://www.shivbabas.org OR https://www.bkgsu.org ✿ BK Google ➤ https://www.bkgoogle.org ✪ BK Sustenance ➤ https://www.bksustenance.net ✽ Mobile Apps ➤ https://bit.ly/BkApps1 -------------------------------- ✱What is Murli?✱ Shiv Baba speaks the knowledge of creation and the creator through his physical (corporeal) medium: Prajapita Brahma. This is Baba talking to us spiritual children. ('Baba' refers to God, the Supreme Soul) ✶Learn more➤ https://www.shivbabas.org/what-is-murli #ShivBabaMurli #BrahmaKumarisMurli #EnglishMurli #MurliSeptember2023

La radio divertida, informativa e interactiva. Locutor - Alberto Alonso Nivel - Intermedio/avanzado Alberto Alonso presenta un “variety show” que enseña inglés de una manera divertida, práctica, informativa y cargada de energía. El programa utiliza cultura popular y noticias actuales para enseñarte inglés. Alberto Alonso es presentador de English on the Go y Rumbo al Inglés en Aprende Inglés TV. Este bicho raro de padre español y madre americana se crió en Nueva York dónde trabajó como actor. ¿Por qué el programa no tiene nombre? No es porque Alberto sea un vago. Queremos que sea el público el que cree la identidad de este “nameless show”. Bienvenid@ a Vaughan Radio, la radio temática de Vaughan Systems, donde encontrarás una variada programación con noticias, cultura, gastronomía, ciencia, deportes, investigación, medicina, eventos y programas especializados, además de aprender o mejorar con el idioma inglés. Vaughan Radio es mucho más. Descubre cada día algo nuevo y diferente. Una alternativa a las radios generalistas. La radio bilingüe diseñada con programas de gran calidad. Un abanico amplio de contenidos dirigido a profesionales, directivos de empresa, estudiantes, profesores, niños y todo aquel interesado, no solo en perfeccionar el idioma inglés, porque en Vaughan Radio encontrarás, seguro, algún momento del día que se ajusta a tus gustos o necesidades.

Everyone has heard of the term "pseudoscience," typically used to describe something that looks like science, but is somehow false, misleading, or unproven. Many would be able to agree on a list of things that fall under its umbrella - astrology, phrenology, UFOlogy, creationism, and eugenics might come to mind. But defining what makes these fields “pseudo” is a far more complex issue. It has proved impossible to come up with a simple criterion that enables us to differentiate pseudoscience from genuine science. Given the virulence of contemporary disputes over the denial of climate change and anti-vaccination movements - both of which display allegations of “pseudoscience” on all sides - there is a clear need to better understand issues of scientific demarcation. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford UP, 2023) explores the philosophical and historical attempts to address this problem of demarcation. This book argues that by understanding doctrines that are often seen as antithetical to science, we can learn a great deal about how science operated in the past and does today. This exploration raises several questions: How does a doctrine become demonized as pseudoscientific? Who has the authority to make these pronouncements? How is the status of science shaped by political or cultural contexts? How does pseudoscience differ from scientific fraud? Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction both answers these questions and guides readers along a bewildering array of marginalized doctrines, looking at parapsychology (ESP), Lysenkoism, scientific racism, and alchemy, among others, to better understand the struggle to define what science is and is not, and how the controversies have shifted over the centuries. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction provides a historical tour through many of these fringe fields in order to provide tools to think deeply about scientific controversies both in the past and in our present. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases TO BE ALL OVER SOMETHING and ALL OVER THE PLACEIn this English lesson I wanted to help you learn the English phrase “to be all over something”. Now, in English, when you say that you're all over something, it means you know a lot about it. Or it means at work that you're doing the job you're supposed to be doing. If my boss said to me, Hey, we need someone who knows a lot about computers, I could say, Oh, Dan is all over that. He knows a lot about computers. I could also, if my boss said to me, Is someone organizing the field trip, I could say, Oh, I'm all over that. Meaning that I'm the person who's responsible for doing it. So it kind of has two different meanings.WANT FREE ENGLISH LESSONS? GO TO YOUTUBE AND SEARCH, "BOB THE CANADIAN"If you enjoy these lessons please consider supporting me at: http://www.patreon.com/bobthecanadianThe other phrase I wanted to teach you today is the phrase "all over the place". When something is all over the place, it's everywhere. Sometimes Walter gets into our recycling bin, and then the next morning there is recycling all over the place. He has taken the recycling out during the night and chewed it up and spread it around our lawn. And then I have to clean it up because there's just recycling all over the place. That is never a fun situation.So to review, to be all over something means either to know a lot about something, to be an expert in that field, or it can mean that you're on top of it. You're directing a project or doing a project, and you have everything going the way it's supposed to go. If I had to organize a field trip, I would be all over it. I would phone the company where I have to rent busses. I would make sure that I sent a letter home to parents. I would be all over organizing that trip.Anyways, let's look at a comment from a previous video. This comment is from Dulio, I believe. Let me check here. Yes, Dulio. Hello, teacher Bob. How have you been? Good. I wanted to know if Canada is also facing the same scorching heat wave that we have that we do now here in South America. Have a great weekend. And my response? We did have some pretty hot weather a couple of weeks ago, but lately it has been really nice. Highs around 20 degrees Celsius during the day and about ten or 15 at night. I hope your heat wave has passed.Heat waves are not fun like we had a heat wave the first week of school and that was not enjoyable at all. The heat wave was it was 32 degrees Celsius every day, which doesn't sound very high. It's probably much warmer where you guys are. And then at night the temperature didn't drop. That sometimes makes it worse when the temperature doesn't drop at night, it can be a little more challenging.Well, hey, I'm using my new camera today. I know I was going to be using my phone, but I kind of decided after playing around with an action camera that the new DJI Action 4 might be a better camera for what I want to do. It has a wider field of view. Things in the background should be much crisper than when I was using my DJI Pocket 2. That's what I normally use to make videos on this channel.The screen's bigger on the front, so I can see it a lot better. You won't see me like, squinting and trying to see how many minutes I have left. I know that I've been recording for exactly 3 minutes and 16 seconds and that I can record for a bit more. It also allows me to do this, to walk towards the camera. I was never really able to do this. Now you might be wondering, what if I want to turn you around and show you the driveway while I can still do that. I don't think that was that much different than what I used to do with my other camera. Just a little bit more of a manual turn.AnywaySupport the show

In the latest episode, I welcome back Aaron Potratz and Nathan Hawkins from the Shrink Think Podcast for a deeper exploration into the world of Attachment Styles and their influence on parenting. We dive into the intricate nature of attachment styles, shedding light on how they mold our parenting techniques. Throughout the conversation, Aaron and Nathan bring forth personal anecdotes, emphasizing the critical roles of emotional regulation, responsiveness, and open communication in effective parenting.  The episode underscores the significance of self-awareness, not only for individual development but also for fostering a healthy parent-child relationship. A key takeaway is the caution against burdening children with personal anxieties.  Before we dive into today's episode, I've got a special treat for all of you. If you've ever felt the need to prioritize your emotional well-being, then this is for you. I've created a FREE ebook titled, "15 Easy Habits That Support Your Mental Health." And guess what? Along with this invaluable guide, you'll also get a Self-Care Checklist to keep you on track. It's a fantastic resource, and I genuinely believe it can make a difference. So, pause this episode for a moment, click here, and grab your free copy. Trust me; you won't regret it. More episodes on Attachment Styles: https://lisamustard.com/podcasts/mental-health-conversations-the-role-of-attachment-styles/ https://lisamustard.com/podcasts/breaking-down-the-four-attachment-styles-part-1/ https://lisamustard.com/podcasts/breaking-down-the-four-attachment-styles-part-2-a-put-it-into-practice-episode/ Need continuing education contact hours? If so, then be sure to check out: One hour Podcourses Holistic Counseling Training Series with Chris McDonald, LCMHC Resolving the Parent Trap Training with Christian Jackson, LPC Ready to start your podcast? Connect with Chelsea Weaver Podcasting. Learn about the Psychcraft Network. Visit my Etsy shop for social media ready templates. Find a therapist options: Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Mental Health Resources and Support:  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org SAMHSA's National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA's National Helpline | SAMHSA It's important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you're doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can't stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting. The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.  

The NICU often leaves caregivers, and babies, with anxiety and overwhelm and sometimes something more complex, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Tiffany Gladdis shares the difference between anxiety and PTSD and what parents can do to address their triggers and receive treatment.   In this episode, we chat about: How did you get interested in clinical psychology, specifically focusing on the NICU? What's the difference between anxiety and PTSD? What are some symptoms/markers of PTSD and how does a parent receive that diagnosis? What are the treatment options? A new term and diagnosis people are starting to hear is C-PTSD (complex PTSD). What's the difference between the two and might a NICU parent experience one or the other?  Can a baby experience PTSD? If so, symptoms? Treatment? What's your best advice to a parent who's feeling overwhelmed, triggered or otherwise feeling like they need professional help to manage everything? Dr. Tiffany Gladdis is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Neonatology and the Medical Director of the Office of Equity and Diversity at Children's Mercy Hospital, as well as an Associate Professor at the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Dr. Gladdis provides therapy and support to families in the Fetal Health Center, NICU, and NICU follow-up clinic and her clinical interests include attachment and bonding, trauma, infant and perinatal mental health, and BIPOC populations. Dr. Gladdis also serves on the board of Hand To Hold.   Connect with Dr. Gladdis: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tiffany-gladdis-willis-214ba1107  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope.love.heal/    The NICU is hard. We're here to help.   Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby's NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish.   Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at handtohold.org   Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handtohold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/   Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold    The following music was used for this media project: Music: Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Music: Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license  

Before South Korea became the democracy and media powerhouse that it is today, it underwent several decades of authoritarian rule during the Cold War from the late 1940s to late 1980s. Amidst this authoritarian period, South Korea's filmmakers, distributors, and exhibitors nevertheless found ways to push the boundaries of both cinema and politics. This is the topic of Hieyoon Kim's Celluloid Democracy: Cinema and Politics in Cold War South Korea (University of California Press, 2023). Kim is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Asian Cultures and Languages. She specializes in the intersections of dissident culture and media with a focus on Korea and has myriad publications on topics ranging from film archives, historiography, and memory. As the global popularity of South Korean cinema continues unabated, Celluloid Democracy helps readers dive deeper into a historical context that runs deeply through many contemporary K-media artifacts, yet doesn't receive ample coverage in English-language discourse. Listen to this episode to learn more, and stay tuned until the end for some great film recommendations.  Anthony Kao is a writer who intersects international affairs and cultural criticism. He founded/edits Cinema Escapist—a publication exploring the sociopolitical context behind global film and television—and also writes for outlets like The Guardian, Al Jazeera, The Diplomat, and Eater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/performing-arts

Two years after conservative activists in Southlake, Texas, turned critical race theory into a right-wing rallying cry, the political fight has shifted. Now, the team behind the Peabody Award-winning podcast Southlake tells the story of one family broken apart in the midst of a new anti-LGBTQ culture war, and the high school English teacher caught in the middle. Listen to a special preview of Grapevine, a new six-part podcast series from NBC News Studios, and follow now to get the first two episodes on Wednesday, October 4: https://link.chtbl.com/grapevine_fdlw

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The words for today are: Abdicate, Forestall, Phalanx, Distaff Featuring a quote from Jorge Luis Borges. VictorPrep's vocab podcast is for improving for English vocabulary skills while helping you prepare for your standardized tests! This podcast isn't only intended for those studying for the GRE or SAT, but also for people who enjoy learning, and especially those who want to improve their English skills. I run the podcast for fun and because I want to help people out there studying for tests or simply learning English. The podcast covers a variety of words and sometimes additionally covers word roots. Using a podcast to prep for the verbal test lets you study while on the go, or even while working out!  If you have comments or questions and suggestions, please send me an email at sam.fold@gmail.com

What was special about 1845 and why does it deserve particular scrutiny? In The Year that Shaped the Victorian Age: Lives, Loves and Letters of 1845 (Cambridge UP, 2022), one of the leading authorities on the Victorian age argues that this was the critical year in a decade which witnessed revolution on continental Europe, the threat of mass insurrection at home and radical developments in railway transport, communications, religion, literature and the arts. The effects of the new poor law now became visible in the workhouses; a potato blight started in Ireland, heralding the Great Famine; and the Church of England was rocked to its foundations by John Henry Newman's conversion to Roman Catholicism. What Victorian England became was moulded, says Michael Wheeler, in the crucible of 1845. Exploring pivotal correspondence, together with pamphlets, articles and cartoons, the author tells the riveting story of a seismic epoch through the lives, loves and letters of leading contemporaneous figures. Michael Wheeler is a leading cultural and literary historian and presently a Visiting Professor of English Literature at the University of Southampton. His many critically acclaimed books include the prize-winning Death and the Future Life in Victorian Literature and Theology (1990), Ruskin's God (1999), The Old Enemies (2006) and St John and the Victorians (2011) – all published by Cambridge University Press – and, most recently, The Athenæum, published by Yale University Press in 2020. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Before South Korea became the democracy and media powerhouse that it is today, it underwent several decades of authoritarian rule during the Cold War from the late 1940s to late 1980s. Amidst this authoritarian period, South Korea's filmmakers, distributors, and exhibitors nevertheless found ways to push the boundaries of both cinema and politics. This is the topic of Hieyoon Kim's Celluloid Democracy: Cinema and Politics in Cold War South Korea (University of California Press, 2023). Kim is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Asian Cultures and Languages. She specializes in the intersections of dissident culture and media with a focus on Korea and has myriad publications on topics ranging from film archives, historiography, and memory. As the global popularity of South Korean cinema continues unabated, Celluloid Democracy helps readers dive deeper into a historical context that runs deeply through many contemporary K-media artifacts, yet doesn't receive ample coverage in English-language discourse. Listen to this episode to learn more, and stay tuned until the end for some great film recommendations.  Anthony Kao is a writer who intersects international affairs and cultural criticism. He founded/edits Cinema Escapist—a publication exploring the sociopolitical context behind global film and television—and also writes for outlets like The Guardian, Al Jazeera, The Diplomat, and Eater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Debapriya Sarkar's new book, titled Possible Knowledge: The Literary Forms of Early Modern Science (U Pennsylvania Press, 2023) is a study of how poets and philosophers took up the “the possible” as an alternative to the actual. By pushing back against the positivism we associate so strongly with the scientific revolution, the literary texts examined in this book—Margaret Cavendish's poetry and prose, Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queene, Francis Bacon's New Atlantis, Shakespeare's Macbeth, Milton's Paradise Lost—invited their readers to inhabit worlds-not-yet-known, to take up uncertainty and contingency as habits of thought. I am excited to welcome Debapriya Sarkar to the podcast to discuss Possible Knowledge. Debapriya is Professor of English at the University of Connecticut. Debapriya has published articles in English Literary Renaissance, Spenser Studies, and Shakespeare Studies. She has received long-term fellowships from the Huntington Library, and the Folger Shakespeare Library. John Yargo is Visiting Assistant Professor of English at Boston College. He earned a PhD in English literature from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, specializing in the environmental humanities and early modern culture. In 2023, his dissertation won the J. Leeds Barroll Prize, given by the Shakespeare Association of America. His peer-reviewed articles have been published or are forthcoming in the Journal for Early Modern Culture Studies, Early Theatre, Studies in Philology, and Shakespeare Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Everyone has heard of the term "pseudoscience," typically used to describe something that looks like science, but is somehow false, misleading, or unproven. Many would be able to agree on a list of things that fall under its umbrella - astrology, phrenology, UFOlogy, creationism, and eugenics might come to mind. But defining what makes these fields “pseudo” is a far more complex issue. It has proved impossible to come up with a simple criterion that enables us to differentiate pseudoscience from genuine science. Given the virulence of contemporary disputes over the denial of climate change and anti-vaccination movements - both of which display allegations of “pseudoscience” on all sides - there is a clear need to better understand issues of scientific demarcation. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford UP, 2023) explores the philosophical and historical attempts to address this problem of demarcation. This book argues that by understanding doctrines that are often seen as antithetical to science, we can learn a great deal about how science operated in the past and does today. This exploration raises several questions: How does a doctrine become demonized as pseudoscientific? Who has the authority to make these pronouncements? How is the status of science shaped by political or cultural contexts? How does pseudoscience differ from scientific fraud? Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction both answers these questions and guides readers along a bewildering array of marginalized doctrines, looking at parapsychology (ESP), Lysenkoism, scientific racism, and alchemy, among others, to better understand the struggle to define what science is and is not, and how the controversies have shifted over the centuries. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction provides a historical tour through many of these fringe fields in order to provide tools to think deeply about scientific controversies both in the past and in our present. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

As a bonus for NBC Nightly News listeners, we're sharing a special preview of Grapevine, a new original podcast series from NBC News Studios. From the same team that brought you the #1 podcast Southlake, Grapevine tells the story of one family broken apart in the midst of a new anti-LGBTQ culture war, and the high school English teacher caught in the middle. Follow now to get the first two episodes on Wednesday, October 4: https://link.chtbl.com/grapevine_fdlw

TECH TALK! A conversation with Joe Dale (modern foreign language teaching consultant, EdTech guru) about the use of ChatGPT in English teaching and learning. Lots of recommendations, tips and tricks for saving time and combining ChatGPT with other software including Google Chrome extensions.

Say goodbye to mistakes and learn how to use the preposition 'on' correctly in English. Learn 14 prepositional phrases with ON that you can use in your daily conversations. Use these English fluency tips to help you improve your vocabulary and confidence in speaking English.  Many students find using prepositions in English challenging, but don't worry! This episode is useful for intermediate, upper-intermediate, and advanced English learners, catering to a wide range of students. You'll learn prepositional phrases that native speakers use to sound more natural, making using the preposition 'ON' fun and easy to understand.Support the showAdvanced English lessons on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/learnenglishwithharry Learn English with HarryOnline courses start from only €7.99. Click to enrol today https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/online-learning-courses/ and improve your English speaking skills, grammar and vocabulary.

Do you have a habit you want to form? What is it? How will you make the habit happen? Bruce Gulland and Alice Irrizary give us helpful tips on how to start a good habit.spotlightenglish.com/your-life/the-5-steps-to-making-new-habits/Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment. Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4083252/advertisement

Before South Korea became the democracy and media powerhouse that it is today, it underwent several decades of authoritarian rule during the Cold War from the late 1940s to late 1980s. Amidst this authoritarian period, South Korea's filmmakers, distributors, and exhibitors nevertheless found ways to push the boundaries of both cinema and politics. This is the topic of Hieyoon Kim's Celluloid Democracy: Cinema and Politics in Cold War South Korea (University of California Press, 2023). Kim is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Asian Cultures and Languages. She specializes in the intersections of dissident culture and media with a focus on Korea and has myriad publications on topics ranging from film archives, historiography, and memory. As the global popularity of South Korean cinema continues unabated, Celluloid Democracy helps readers dive deeper into a historical context that runs deeply through many contemporary K-media artifacts, yet doesn't receive ample coverage in English-language discourse. Listen to this episode to learn more, and stay tuned until the end for some great film recommendations.  Anthony Kao is a writer who intersects international affairs and cultural criticism. He founded/edits Cinema Escapist—a publication exploring the sociopolitical context behind global film and television—and also writes for outlets like The Guardian, Al Jazeera, The Diplomat, and Eater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

Everyone has heard of the term "pseudoscience," typically used to describe something that looks like science, but is somehow false, misleading, or unproven. Many would be able to agree on a list of things that fall under its umbrella - astrology, phrenology, UFOlogy, creationism, and eugenics might come to mind. But defining what makes these fields “pseudo” is a far more complex issue. It has proved impossible to come up with a simple criterion that enables us to differentiate pseudoscience from genuine science. Given the virulence of contemporary disputes over the denial of climate change and anti-vaccination movements - both of which display allegations of “pseudoscience” on all sides - there is a clear need to better understand issues of scientific demarcation. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford UP, 2023) explores the philosophical and historical attempts to address this problem of demarcation. This book argues that by understanding doctrines that are often seen as antithetical to science, we can learn a great deal about how science operated in the past and does today. This exploration raises several questions: How does a doctrine become demonized as pseudoscientific? Who has the authority to make these pronouncements? How is the status of science shaped by political or cultural contexts? How does pseudoscience differ from scientific fraud? Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction both answers these questions and guides readers along a bewildering array of marginalized doctrines, looking at parapsychology (ESP), Lysenkoism, scientific racism, and alchemy, among others, to better understand the struggle to define what science is and is not, and how the controversies have shifted over the centuries. Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction provides a historical tour through many of these fringe fields in order to provide tools to think deeply about scientific controversies both in the past and in our present. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

What was special about 1845 and why does it deserve particular scrutiny? In The Year that Shaped the Victorian Age: Lives, Loves and Letters of 1845 (Cambridge UP, 2022), one of the leading authorities on the Victorian age argues that this was the critical year in a decade which witnessed revolution on continental Europe, the threat of mass insurrection at home and radical developments in railway transport, communications, religion, literature and the arts. The effects of the new poor law now became visible in the workhouses; a potato blight started in Ireland, heralding the Great Famine; and the Church of England was rocked to its foundations by John Henry Newman's conversion to Roman Catholicism. What Victorian England became was moulded, says Michael Wheeler, in the crucible of 1845. Exploring pivotal correspondence, together with pamphlets, articles and cartoons, the author tells the riveting story of a seismic epoch through the lives, loves and letters of leading contemporaneous figures. Michael Wheeler is a leading cultural and literary historian and presently a Visiting Professor of English Literature at the University of Southampton. His many critically acclaimed books include the prize-winning Death and the Future Life in Victorian Literature and Theology (1990), Ruskin's God (1999), The Old Enemies (2006) and St John and the Victorians (2011) – all published by Cambridge University Press – and, most recently, The Athenæum, published by Yale University Press in 2020. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Debapriya Sarkar's new book, titled Possible Knowledge: The Literary Forms of Early Modern Science (U Pennsylvania Press, 2023) is a study of how poets and philosophers took up the “the possible” as an alternative to the actual. By pushing back against the positivism we associate so strongly with the scientific revolution, the literary texts examined in this book—Margaret Cavendish's poetry and prose, Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queene, Francis Bacon's New Atlantis, Shakespeare's Macbeth, Milton's Paradise Lost—invited their readers to inhabit worlds-not-yet-known, to take up uncertainty and contingency as habits of thought. I am excited to welcome Debapriya Sarkar to the podcast to discuss Possible Knowledge. Debapriya is Professor of English at the University of Connecticut. Debapriya has published articles in English Literary Renaissance, Spenser Studies, and Shakespeare Studies. She has received long-term fellowships from the Huntington Library, and the Folger Shakespeare Library. John Yargo is Visiting Assistant Professor of English at Boston College. He earned a PhD in English literature from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, specializing in the environmental humanities and early modern culture. In 2023, his dissertation won the J. Leeds Barroll Prize, given by the Shakespeare Association of America. His peer-reviewed articles have been published or are forthcoming in the Journal for Early Modern Culture Studies, Early Theatre, Studies in Philology, and Shakespeare Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Before South Korea became the democracy and media powerhouse that it is today, it underwent several decades of authoritarian rule during the Cold War from the late 1940s to late 1980s. Amidst this authoritarian period, South Korea's filmmakers, distributors, and exhibitors nevertheless found ways to push the boundaries of both cinema and politics. This is the topic of Hieyoon Kim's Celluloid Democracy: Cinema and Politics in Cold War South Korea (University of California Press, 2023). Kim is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Asian Cultures and Languages. She specializes in the intersections of dissident culture and media with a focus on Korea and has myriad publications on topics ranging from film archives, historiography, and memory. As the global popularity of South Korean cinema continues unabated, Celluloid Democracy helps readers dive deeper into a historical context that runs deeply through many contemporary K-media artifacts, yet doesn't receive ample coverage in English-language discourse. Listen to this episode to learn more, and stay tuned until the end for some great film recommendations.  Anthony Kao is a writer who intersects international affairs and cultural criticism. He founded/edits Cinema Escapist—a publication exploring the sociopolitical context behind global film and television—and also writes for outlets like The Guardian, Al Jazeera, The Diplomat, and Eater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history