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(English) Excerpts from Supreme Master Ching Hai’s Lecture: Q: Please let me know, what is the end of meditation practice? M: What do you think? Enlightenment. Hah! Hah! The end of it is the outcome, is peace, tranquility, loving, having no desire. Even though we still work in the world, we still possess things, but we do not have desire. We do not have the torment of wanting many things and never have enough. That's the outcome. How long must one meditate to reach enlightenment? ...

Download MP3 ８月の４週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この12年間に配信した359本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。今回は"Battle of the Sexes"というテーマで、異性をめぐるあれこれにまつわるエピソードを集めました。 　 *** Script *** やさしい英語会話 (287) What is Love? M: Ah! It hurts! W: What does?! M: Not knowing what to do with everything. W: Um… please elaborate. I have no idea what you're talking about. M: You see, I went to see a psychiatrist. I felt like I'm going crazy! W: About what?! You need to be more specific than that! M: I said it felt crazy. Then again, maybe it was supposed to make you feel like that. W: I can't believe I have to ask this again. What is IT? M: The thing that hurts! There's something inside me, right smack in the middle that just aches sometimes. W: Your chest? You have chest pain? Um… what do you call it: Heartburn? M: It sounds like it, but not quite! Yes, yes… something about my heart, and a burning sensation. Am I dying? W: What? Why did you go to a psychiatrist instead of a cardiologist then? M: Because she said I have to talk it out, or else I just might suffer from a heart attack! W: And did you talk it out? What did she say? M: She gave me a medical prescription. W: What did she prescribe for you? M: She said she prescribes the person who makes me feel this way. W: WHO did that to you? Let's get him or her!! M: Well, that would be… YOU. (Written by Bea Jianne Roque) やさしい英語会話 (303) How to Get the Girl (In the library) 　　 M: (shouts) Hey, you! I need you! W: (harsh whisper) Hey, keep it down a bit! This is NOT the place to get all ballistic. I'm trying to study here! M: Sorry. Just got carried away. I've been hooked on this crazy book, and I had to say that line out loud to feel fine. It's like… when you really want it to end already, but no, you can't let it go just yet? Actually, I'm still halfway done, but it's all so crazy. I think I don't have enough energy to continue reading. W: But you have the strength to shout? Inside the library? M: I needed it. I told you! Almost had a cardiac arrest, if I didn't do it. Besides, it's a good thing you're the only one who heard. W: We're the only people in the room! M: Exactly! Which is why I yelled. To get your attention. W: I told you: I'm studying right now. Maybe some other time. M: But this is the only time I can get you alone! That makes all the difference. W: I... I don't understand. M: I've been seeing you here for the past two months and I know you read plenty of books around here. And, obviously, you remember me, because we had eye contact just last Monday. Then I managed to smile a little on Tuesday, but you didn't notice. Wednesday, I waved from my corner over there; still not effective. Thursday, I tried walking past your usual desk, and you're quite… oblivious. From Friday till the weekend I was trying to think of what to do. I figured reading this could get you to notice. W: I, uh, was merely trying to be polite. And you haven't really read the book. I may be "oblivious" but I can tell one thing: You've been reading the book upside down. Haha! M: Ah! I blew it. Um, Can I…try again next week? (Written by Bea Jianne Roque) やさしい英語会話 (314) Life Is Tough for Girls, Too W: I don't know what's wrong with me these days. M: What happened? W: This morning I told myself I'm going to try and be happy and not let anything *get me down. A few minutes later, I fell! M: What? How? Where did you fall? W: Right across from *the Student Plaza when I was about to go left. Ha ha. To think: I was on the way to the gym! M: Were you hurt? Any *bruises? W: Yeah. I think I was *bleeding internally. M: That's terrible! Are you OK now? Does it hurt? W: A bit. M: You didn't go to the gym after that, right? I mean you went to the health office to get it treated, yes? W: Of course I went to the gym! Who do you think I am? *Skipping my gym routine because of a little pain? Pfft. I even ran on the *treadmill for an hour! M: Hey, you said you were bleeding internally. That's something more serious than a bruise, I *reckon?! W: Well, nothing to worry about. Surprisingly, gym is medicine. I'm fine now. M: I've never heard of such a thing. Hey, can we make this clear? You fell? And WHAT actually did you *hurt? W: My heart, friend! I saw the guy I *had a crush on for months. He was with another girl! They both looked all *clingy and sweet together! I just couldn't take it, so I went exercising! M: Ah! Why did we have this conversation? (Written by Bea Jianne Roque) やさしい英語会話 (327) Changing Sexes (In the beginning, each person is in a different place.) M: Where… where am I...? Wait. I feel… different… My skin feels so rough… Oh, NOT good. (looking in the mirror) Ahhhh…. Wait. I… I changed… into a man?? Oh, my god! W: Hey, where am I…? Wait. I feel different… My chest feels… heavier… (looking in the mirror) Ahh… What? I’m a woman?? Ah!! M: Oh, good that I found his student ID card. His name is… Yamamoto? A 2nd-year student in the Engineering Department at Hiroshima University. Gosh, what should I do? First, I need to find myself! Hope he doesn’t make a mistake with MY BODY. I’d hate to be pregnant now! W: Wait, how do I put on this bra? Oh, this is her student ID card! Let’s see… Akari, a 3rd-year student in the Faculty of Literature. Where should I go? Ah! I’ve got to find her. Shoot! It’s so freakin’ hard to wear women’s clothes! (Both of them heading towards the campus) M: I hope he didn’t go to the class ahead of me. Where are you!! (They pass each other) M, W: Wait!! Stop!! W: Aren’t you Akari? I’m Yamamoto, the original owner of your body! Please give me back my body! M: Yeah, I’m Akari. Wait! What’s that messed-up make-up on your face? You also didn’t put on a bra? You’re ruining my body! Oh no!!! W: I’ve never done any make-up in my entire life. Ah! The class bell’s going to ring soon. Akari, don’t forget to submit my fluid dynamics report. M: Hey, I don’t even know what fluid dynamics is! I’m so sorry! By the way, I have a seminar about Shakespearean sonnets, so be ready for that! W: Oh, no! I don’t know ANYTHING about Shakespeare, or literature! Why did it turn out like this… Why did our bodies get swapped!!? M, W: Oh god!! Someone please save us!! (Written by Kyoung Jo)

Download MP3 梅雨のすっきりしない季節ですので、今回は少し夢のあるお話を。会話の男性は出張のため日本を訪れています。彼が２年ぶりに会った女友達は、一見変わりなさそうにしているようですが、実は…。 今回はTOEIC(R) L&Rテストなどでもよく出てくるビジネス用語をいくつか確認してみましょう。【リモート収録】 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） pharmaceutical 薬剤の ※ここでの"Pharmaceuticals"は製薬会社の名前の一部。関連語のpharmacy「薬局」pharmacist「薬剤師」も覚えておきましょう。 What have you been up to? 最近何してるの。 seriously 真面目な話、「マジで」 save up money お金を貯める Ph.D. 博士号 I got to get going. そろそろ行かなくちゃ。 ※got toの前にhaveが省略された形。have got to=have toの意味で、たびたびhaveが省略されたり、got toの部分がgottaのように繋がって発音される。get goingは「行っている状態にする」すなわち「出発する、動き出す」。 collaboration 共同事業、コラボ regarding ～に関して（=concerning） Oh, my goodness. おやまあ。 CEO 最高経営責任者（Chief Executive Officer） So this is a sealed deal? ということは、これで「契約成立」ってこと？ sealed dealはseal the deal「契約を結ぶ」という表現から派生したもの。 *** Script *** Big Dreams M: Hey, Kana! It’s been a while since we last met! W: Yeah, Alex. It’s been 2 years. How ya doin’? M: Doin’ great, actually. I mean, I’m working for GX Pharmaceuticals in California. I’m just in Japan for a business trip. What have you been up to? W: Nothing much. I mean… I tried to start up a business, and it’s going quite well. By the way, I’m still living back home. So come find me any time during your stay. M: Congratulations on your company! But are you seriously still living in your parent’s place? W: I’m just trying to save up money for my future plans! I once had a dream of traveling the world, getting a Ph.D., or becoming a doctor, whatever! M: Yeah, yeah, whatever… It’s not like it’ll happen anytime soon. W: How can you say such things? I mean, it’s better to have dreams, right? M: Well… true. Anyhow, I got to get going. I have a meeting with a tech company. See you around! (Later at the tech company’s meeting room) M: Hi. I’m here from GX Pharmaceuticals to ask for your collaboration with us. Regarding your new medicine… W: Alex! Hi again! M: Oh, my goodness… Kana, you’re the CEO of this company?! W: Well, I’m actually ALSO the head developer of this medicine you’re talking about! M: What?!!?!??! B… But how? W: Well, I DID get a Ph.D. and became a doctor. And started this company. M: So, this is a sealed deal? You’ll let us market your medicine? W: Sure! I was in Bali having my vacation, but because I saw your company’s proposal… and it DOES interest me a lot… So, congratulations! (Written by Krit Komolsirikul)

Download MP3 梅雨のすっきりしない季節ですので、今回は少し夢のあるお話を。会話の男性は出張のため日本を訪れています。彼が２年ぶりに会った女友達は、一見変わりなさそうにしているようですが、実は…。 今回はTOEIC(R) L&Rテストなどでもよく出てくるビジネス用語をいくつか確認してみましょう。【リモート収録】 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） pharmaceutical 薬剤の ※ここでの"Pharmaceuticals"は製薬会社の名前の一部。関連語のpharmacy「薬局」pharmacist「薬剤師」も覚えておきましょう。 What have you been up to? 最近何してるの。 seriously 真面目な話、「マジで」 save up money お金を貯める Ph.D. 博士号 I got to get going. そろそろ行かなくちゃ。 ※got toの前にhaveが省略された形。have got to=have toの意味で、たびたびhaveが省略されたり、got toの部分がgottaのように繋がって発音される。get goingは「行っている状態にする」すなわち「出発する、動き出す」。 collaboration 共同事業、コラボ regarding ～に関して（=concerning） Oh, my goodness. おやまあ。 CEO 最高経営責任者（Chief Executive Officer） So this is a sealed deal? ということは、これで「契約成立」ってこと？ sealed dealはseal the deal「契約を結ぶ」という表現から派生したもの。 *** Script *** Big Dreams M: Hey, Kana! It’s been a while since we last met! W: Yeah, Alex. It’s been 2 years. How ya doin’? M: Doin’ great, actually. I mean, I’m working for GX Pharmaceuticals in California. I’m just in Japan for a business trip. What have you been up to? W: Nothing much. I mean… I tried to start up a business, and it’s going quite well. By the way, I’m still living back home. So come find me any time during your stay. M: Congratulations on your company! But are you seriously still living in your parent’s place? W: I’m just trying to save up money for my future plans! I once had a dream of traveling the world, getting a Ph.D., or becoming a doctor, whatever! M: Yeah, yeah, whatever… It’s not like it’ll happen anytime soon. W: How can you say such things? I mean, it’s better to have dreams, right? M: Well… true. Anyhow, I got to get going. I have a meeting with a tech company. See you around! (Later at the tech company’s meeting room) M: Hi. I’m here from GX Pharmaceuticals to ask for your collaboration with us. Regarding your new medicine… W: Alex! Hi again! M: Oh, my goodness… Kana, you’re the CEO of this company?! W: Well, I’m actually ALSO the head developer of this medicine you’re talking about! M: What?!!?!??! B… But how? W: Well, I DID get a Ph.D. and became a doctor. And started this company. M: So, this is a sealed deal? You’ll let us market your medicine? W: Sure! I was in Bali having my vacation, but because I saw your company’s proposal… and it DOES interest me a lot… So, congratulations! (Written by Krit Komolsirikul)

Episode 8: Dr Ava Easton - The Encephalitis Society, World Encephalitis Day 22nd February #Red4WED Dr Ava Easton CEO of The Encephalitis Society welcomes us to The Royal Society of Medicine to chat all things Encephalitis. Alecia’s son Ethan almost died, age 3 from Encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. We discuss the importance of the charity, the effects of Encephalitis & how awareness is key. You probably know someone affected. Please wear red on World Encephalitis Day, 22nd February every year, and share #Red4WED on all the socials! An emotive and educational episode that makes us shed a tear ❤️ Show notes: - Alecia’s sons Encephalitis (A.D.E.M) - What the Encephalitis Society does - What is encephalitis? Inflammation of the brain (the difference to meningitis) - The Immune system Army analogy - What happened to Alecia’s son - Rare is banned! (Encephalitis has a higher incidence rate than motor neurone disease & bacterial meningitis in many countries) - Approximately 6,000 people affected in the UK every year - The necessity for MMR & vaccination - Raising £1million a year in order to function - Opening up conversations about Encephalitis & finding out you do know others affected - The book ‘Brain On Fire’ by Susannah Cahalan - Alecia’s role as an Ambassador for the Charity (working worldwide and the risks involved) - Ambassadors Actor Matthew Bose & Olympian Rebecca Adlington - Ava the Twitter Queen! - World Encephalitis Day, 22nd Feb#Red4WED #worldencephalitisday - Fundraising & raising awareness HELP! - Alecia’s personal thank you to the Encephalitis Society for their care during a very dark time - WEAR RED ON 22nd FEB & Tay all the socials! Episode web links: - https://www.encephalitis.info/ - http://www.worldencephalitisday.org/ - https://www.encephalitis.info/pages/category/wed - https://www.encephalitis.info/faqs/brainonfire - https://twitter.com/encephalitis - https://twitter.com/encephalitisava - https://www.facebook.com/EncephalitisSociety/ - https://instagram.com/the_encephalitis_society_?igshid=1skpckcbxjkh0 Wild Ones Podcast Links: - Website https://www.wildonespodcast.co.uk (https://www.wildonespodcast.co.uk/) - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/join/3482171/signup - Twitter https://twitter.com/wildonespodcast - Instagram https://instagram.com/wildonespodcast - Facebook https://m.facebook.com/wildonespodcast/

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Download MP3 リスナーの皆様、Happy Halloween! ハロウィンが近いある日のこと。Maryさんは友人のKyleくんの姿を見て、素晴らしいハロウィンのコスチュームだね！と褒めていますが…。 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） deadline 締め切り How’s it going? 元気？最近どう？ absolutely 完全に clothes 服 awesome 素敵な、素晴らしい What on earth...? 一体全体何が...？ big bags 大きなたるみ dark circles under your eyes! 目の下の黒いクマ torn 破れている here and there あちこち disheveled 髪の毛が乱れている swear 断言する fang 牙 *** Script *** It Looks Like Halloween W: Hi, Kyle! How’s it going? M: Oh, hi, Mary! Fine. And you? W: Me too, thanks. (pause) Ah… I see you are absolutely ready for the Halloween party! M: What? A Halloween party? W: Yes! And your costume is absolutely perfect! You’ll be the scariest one at the party! M: What are you talking about? What costume? W: The costume you’re wearing, of course! It’s great! Your make-up, your clothes, the atmosphere around you; everything is just awesome! Are you a zombie? Or a vampire? M: What on earth are you talking about? I’m not going to a party. And I don’t have a costume… W: So why do you look like this? You’ve really big bags and dark circles under your eyes! M: Yeah, that’s because I’ve slept only 3 hours a night this week… W: And your clothes are so old and dirty, and even torn here and there! M: Oh, I didn’t have time to change them… W: And your hair is so disheveled. And… and I swear I can see a fang sticking out of your mouth! M: Yeah, I really need to see a dentist, but this week I don’t have any time at all! W: So why are you so busy, anyway? M: You know: today I have a deadline for handing in my paper! And now I have only 2 hours left! I just haven’t got time to live! (Written by Ksenia Maximova)

Download MP3 リスナーの皆様、Happy Halloween! ハロウィンが近いある日のこと。Maryさんは友人のKyleくんの姿を見て、素晴らしいハロウィンのコスチュームだね！と褒めていますが…。 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） deadline 締め切り How’s it going? 元気？最近どう？ absolutely 完全に clothes 服 awesome 素敵な、素晴らしい What on earth...? 一体全体何が...？ big bags 大きなたるみ dark circles under your eyes! 目の下の黒いクマ torn 破れている here and there あちこち disheveled 髪の毛が乱れている swear 断言する fang 牙 *** Script *** It Looks Like Halloween W: Hi, Kyle! How’s it going? M: Oh, hi, Mary! Fine. And you? W: Me too, thanks. (pause) Ah… I see you are absolutely ready for the Halloween party! M: What? A Halloween party? W: Yes! And your costume is absolutely perfect! You’ll be the scariest one at the party! M: What are you talking about? What costume? W: The costume you’re wearing, of course! It’s great! Your make-up, your clothes, the atmosphere around you; everything is just awesome! Are you a zombie? Or a vampire? M: What on earth are you talking about? I’m not going to a party. And I don’t have a costume… W: So why do you look like this? You’ve really big bags and dark circles under your eyes! M: Yeah, that’s because I’ve slept only 3 hours a night this week… W: And your clothes are so old and dirty, and even torn here and there! M: Oh, I didn’t have time to change them… W: And your hair is so disheveled. And… and I swear I can see a fang sticking out of your mouth! M: Yeah, I really need to see a dentist, but this week I don’t have any time at all! W: So why are you so busy, anyway? M: You know: today I have a deadline for handing in my paper! And now I have only 2 hours left! I just haven’t got time to live! (Written by Ksenia Maximova)

Download MP3 片思いの相手に報われない思いを打ち明けるとき、人はどのような言葉を使うのでしょうか。今日の会話には、シェイクスピアの喜劇『十二夜』に登場するセリフをはじめ、格調高い愛の表現が満載です。少し背伸びをして、こうした気の利いた表現で愛を語ると効果的かも…!? 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） Mister Haughty 「高慢ちきさん」 Haughtyは「高慢な、お高くとまっている」 obligation 義務 over and over again 何度も何度も mind your own business 君には関係のないことだ good-looking イケメンな noble aura 高貴なオーラ remain aloof from other people 他の人とは違って超然としている attract 引き寄せる stranger 知らない人 “A young woman in love always looks like Patience on a monument, smiling at grief.” 恋する若い女というものはいつでも、忍耐の像ででもあるかのように、悲しみに微笑みかけているものだ。 正しくは『十二夜』２幕４場で主人公ヴァイオラ（Viola）が語る次のセリフ。 And with a green and yellow melancholy She sat like patience on a monument, Smiling at grief. Was not this love indeed?” （蒼ざめた憂鬱を胸に、彼女は忍耐の像ででもあるかのように、悲しみに微笑みかけながら座っていました。これこそが恋というものではないかしら。） repel 追い払う be enslaved by your charm あなたの魅力の虜（とりこ）になる I’m a patient of the unrequited love. 私は報われない恋の患者ね。 test one’s patience 〜の忍耐を試す petty play of profanity ちっぽけな冒涜の茶番劇 Journeys end in lovers meeting 恋人同士が出会えば旅は終わる （『十二夜』２幕３場） fulfill 満たす、達成する cross-dressing up 異性装 *** Script *** Shakespeare’s “The Twelfth Night” (At the bakery) W: Well, it’s my 10th time coming to this bakery, and still you won’t tell me what your name is? Hey, could I ask your name? Is it “Mister Haughty”? M: I do NOT have any obligation to tell my name. I’ve been repeating this over and over again. Please mind your own business. W: But your good-looking face, your noble aura, and how you remain aloof from other people attract me like a magnet! M: I do NOT have a good-looking face, nor a noble aura. And I would like to point out that I do NOT want to have any attachment with some stranger. W: Um, would you listen to my favorite quote from Shakespeare? “A young woman in love always looks like Patience on a monument, smiling at grief.” Yes, this is a perfect dialogue that describes my heart! M: I do NOT have any interest in your condition. Please go away. W: Why would you try to repel me from your world? I’m totally enslaved by your charm. I’m a patient of the unrequited love. M: Are you trying to test my patience now? Get what you want quickly and get out of here! I do not have any time to listen to your petty play of profanity. Please, don’t make me call the police. W: Mister… Would you tell me what the real reason for rejecting me is? M: Alright. You’ve just mentioned a famous quote from “The Twelfth Night”. I’m definitely sure that you’re well aware of this play. W: Yes, how “the journeys end in lovers meeting” was actually fulfilled! Also the setting of a woman cross-dressing up as a man! Like “She’s the Man”! M: What if I’m not a man? What if I’m the “She’s the Man”? W: WHAT? Oh… My…God!! (Written by Kyoung Jo)

Download MP3 片思いの相手に報われない思いを打ち明けるとき、人はどのような言葉を使うのでしょうか。今日の会話には、シェイクスピアの喜劇『十二夜』に登場するセリフをはじめ、格調高い愛の表現が満載です。少し背伸びをして、こうした気の利いた表現で愛を語ると効果的かも…!? 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） Mister Haughty 「高慢ちきさん」 Haughtyは「高慢な、お高くとまっている」 obligation 義務 over and over again 何度も何度も mind your own business 君には関係のないことだ good-looking イケメンな noble aura 高貴なオーラ remain aloof from other people 他の人とは違って超然としている attract 引き寄せる stranger 知らない人 “A young woman in love always looks like Patience on a monument, smiling at grief.” 恋する若い女というものはいつでも、忍耐の像ででもあるかのように、悲しみに微笑みかけているものだ。 正しくは『十二夜』２幕４場で主人公ヴァイオラ（Viola）が語る次のセリフ。 And with a green and yellow melancholy She sat like patience on a monument, Smiling at grief. Was not this love indeed?” （蒼ざめた憂鬱を胸に、彼女は忍耐の像ででもあるかのように、悲しみに微笑みかけながら座っていました。これこそが恋というものではないかしら。） repel 追い払う be enslaved by your charm あなたの魅力の虜（とりこ）になる I’m a patient of the unrequited love. 私は報われない恋の患者ね。 test one’s patience 〜の忍耐を試す petty play of profanity ちっぽけな冒涜の茶番劇 Journeys end in lovers meeting 恋人同士が出会えば旅は終わる （『十二夜』２幕３場） fulfill 満たす、達成する cross-dressing up 異性装 *** Script *** Shakespeare’s “The Twelfth Night” (At the bakery) W: Well, it’s my 10th time coming to this bakery, and still you won’t tell me what your name is? Hey, could I ask your name? Is it “Mister Haughty”? M: I do NOT have any obligation to tell my name. I’ve been repeating this over and over again. Please mind your own business. W: But your good-looking face, your noble aura, and how you remain aloof from other people attract me like a magnet! M: I do NOT have a good-looking face, nor a noble aura. And I would like to point out that I do NOT want to have any attachment with some stranger. W: Um, would you listen to my favorite quote from Shakespeare? “A young woman in love always looks like Patience on a monument, smiling at grief.” Yes, this is a perfect dialogue that describes my heart! M: I do NOT have any interest in your condition. Please go away. W: Why would you try to repel me from your world? I’m totally enslaved by your charm. I’m a patient of the unrequited love. M: Are you trying to test my patience now? Get what you want quickly and get out of here! I do not have any time to listen to your petty play of profanity. Please, don’t make me call the police. W: Mister… Would you tell me what the real reason for rejecting me is? M: Alright. You’ve just mentioned a famous quote from “The Twelfth Night”. I’m definitely sure that you’re well aware of this play. W: Yes, how “the journeys end in lovers meeting” was actually fulfilled! Also the setting of a woman cross-dressing up as a man! Like “She’s the Man”! M: What if I’m not a man? What if I’m the “She’s the Man”? W: WHAT? Oh… My…God!! (Written by Kyoung Jo)

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Download MP3 今週と来週は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この11年間に配信した335本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。今回は、Keiさんの選んだ4本の傑作エピソードをお送りします。 　 *** Kei's Best *** やさしい英語会話 (277) At the Bowling Alley やさしい英語会話 (266) Endings are not always happy やさしい英語会話 (248) It’s important to be honest during interviews やさしい英語会話 (147) Scared of bugs *** Script *** やさしい英語会話 (277) At the Bowling Alley W: Jamal, today's the day I'm gonna bowl my first perfect game! M: (Yawn) I don't see the big deal in bowling a perfect game. All you gotta do is beat some pieces of wood with a giant ball a few times. Anyone can do it. W: Jamal, this is your first time bowling, so you wouldn't really know, but bowling is a lot more than just throwing a "giant ball". It takes years of practice, and the techniques necessary to bowl a perfect game can't just be learned over night. (The two of them walk up to the lane.) W: Alright here I go! Perfect game, here I come! (Bowls the ball) M: Oh. You only beat 3 of them. W: It's not BEATING them. It's "knocking them over." And I'm still just getting warmed up. That was just some kind of fluke. Besides, I doubt YOU could do any better. Here's a 15 pounder. Good luck knocking any pins over with that! M: OK. Watch this! (Jamal throws the ball under his legs and it rolls very slowly.) W: Ha ha! Granny-style throw? You're not gonna hit any pins with THAT technique. (Jamal gets a perfect strike.) M: Cool! I beat them all! W: What? A strike? That's impossible! My technique is flawless and you're just some amateur! Alright, this time I'm gonna get a strike for sure. (Sarah throws the ball with all her strength but only manages to knock over 1 pin.) M: So, a strike is when you only beat one of the pins? W: Ah! Last time you got lucky. Let's see if you can go 2 for 2. M: OK, cool. (Jamal throws the ball like a baseball. Despite the form, he manages to get a perfect strike.) M: Hey, I beat them again! This game is too easy. Can we go to the arcade? W: What?! IMPOSSIBLE! I AM the superior bowler! Besides, it's not called "beating the pins" you moron! I'm too good for this. I'm going home! (Written by David Shaner) やさしい英語会話 (266) Endings are not always happy W: Oh, Humberto, this is, honestly, the best date I could've asked for. The food is delicious. The atmosphere and night view are just astonishingly beautiful. And the bouquet of roses… you really know how to get to a woman's heart! M: Well, It's because… I love you, Natsuki. And, I actually have a rather important question to ask you… Natsuki… I… Waiter: Hi folks. I'm your waiter! Is everything going alright? I hope you like the food! If you need any refills, let me know! And if you have any questions or concerns feel free to share them! Oh, and if you don't mind, I'd love for you to fill out this questionnaire! My name is Fred. F-R-E-D, D as in DOG. So if you could, also please write a review on the service that I provide to you guys. M: Ah, everything is going great, Fred, thank you. Waiter: That's great to hear! Call me if you need anything! M: Ugh! Waiters can be so obnoxious here… Anyways, as I was saying… (Alarms start sounding, and everyone starts screaming) M: WHAT?!?! NATSUKI!??! The lights went off! W: I'M… I'M RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU, HUMBERTO!!! WHAT'S GOING ON!?!??! M: I… I DON'T KNOW!! Waiter: SIR! SIR! WE NEED TO GET OUT OF HERE NOW! M: FRED, IS THAT YOU!??!! (Waiter: starts coughing and passes out) Announcement: THIS IS THE CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT. EVERYBODY REMAIN CALM. FOR REASONS UNKOWN, WE WILL BE PUTTING THIS BUILDING ON LOCKDOWN. IF ANYONE TRIES TO ESCAPE, THEY WILL BE ARRESTED. M: What the…?! W: HUMBERTO! I'm scared. M: Uh… I think we just got ourselves into a horror movie. I was going to ask you to marry me, but I don't think that's going to happen. I'm out of here! W: WAIT! HUMBERTO DON'T LEAVE ME!!! (Written by Lauren Johnson) やさしい英語会話 (248) It’s important to be honest during interviews Situation: John is at an interview for a part-time job. W: Alright... how are you, sir? I'm Candice, and I'll be interviewing you today. M: Hi Candice. It's nice to meet you. (Stands to shake her hand, but his hand is visibly drenched in sweat.) W: Oh my! Your hand is a bit sweaty! M: Can I be honest with you, Candice? W: Sure, in fact I'd prefer it. M: I'm a bit nervous about this whole interview thing. W: That's perfectly fine! It's normal for people to be nervous during interviews. It's a part of human nature. M: But this isn't just ordinary interview anxiety. I'm nervous because... um... because I've done some horrible things. Unforgivable things. Things that if you ever found out about them, you probably wouldn't want to give me this job, or even look me in the eye! W: OK, well, now that you've brought it up, I feel inclined to ask you what these "horrible" things are. M: It all started last Wednesday. I was at the local Walgreens, buying some candy. I then decided to buy a birthday card for my mom, and I forgot about the chocolate bar in my hand... I walked out of the store without paying for it! I wanted to go return it, but by the time I noticed I was half-way home! W: Um... Well, that's an interesting story. M: I knew you guys would find out during the lie-detector test so I thought I'd just get it off my chest now. W: Lie-detector test? Um... this is an interview for a position as a janitor at McDonald's. We don't do lie detector tests. In fact, if that's the worst thing you've ever done, you might just be the best employee we've ever had! You're hired! M: Really? You mean it? Yippee! (Written by David Shaner) やさしい英語会話 (147) Scared of bugs M: Hi Lauren! Why do you look so scared? Are you all right? W: Remy, don't move! There's a beetle on your shirt!! M: (Nonchalantly) Oh really…? Where? W: You're not scared?! M: Not really. It's just a bug. They're so small compared to us, so I don't really get scared of them. W: Ugh, I hate bugs! I'm scared of every bug on this planet! M: Every bug? You can't be scared of ants! Ants are harmless! And what about butterflies? Butterflies are beautiful! W: What are you talking about?! Ants bite! And they've got all those little legs? Oh, creepy!! And butterflies start out as nasty, crawling caterpillars? Gross!! M: Wait a minute; one time when I came over to your house there was a pet snake in a tank. Whose was that? If you're scared of bugs I can't believe you'd live with a snake in your house! W: Oh, you mean Marbles? He's my pet garden snake. He's awesome! M: Are you telling me that you're scared of bugs, but you think snakes are OK?! W: Well, yeah! Snakes aren't bugs, now, are they? Snakes have brains, feelings, emotions! M: Sometimes I just don't get you, Lauren… (Written by Hannah Klein)

Download MP3 今週と来週は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この11年間に配信した335本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。今回は、Keiさんの選んだ4本の傑作エピソードをお送りします。 　 *** Kei's Best *** やさしい英語会話 (277) At the Bowling Alley やさしい英語会話 (266) Endings are not always happy やさしい英語会話 (248) It’s important to be honest during interviews やさしい英語会話 (147) Scared of bugs *** Script *** やさしい英語会話 (277) At the Bowling Alley W: Jamal, today's the day I'm gonna bowl my first perfect game! M: (Yawn) I don't see the big deal in bowling a perfect game. All you gotta do is beat some pieces of wood with a giant ball a few times. Anyone can do it. W: Jamal, this is your first time bowling, so you wouldn't really know, but bowling is a lot more than just throwing a "giant ball". It takes years of practice, and the techniques necessary to bowl a perfect game can't just be learned over night. (The two of them walk up to the lane.) W: Alright here I go! Perfect game, here I come! (Bowls the ball) M: Oh. You only beat 3 of them. W: It's not BEATING them. It's "knocking them over." And I'm still just getting warmed up. That was just some kind of fluke. Besides, I doubt YOU could do any better. Here's a 15 pounder. Good luck knocking any pins over with that! M: OK. Watch this! (Jamal throws the ball under his legs and it rolls very slowly.) W: Ha ha! Granny-style throw? You're not gonna hit any pins with THAT technique. (Jamal gets a perfect strike.) M: Cool! I beat them all! W: What? A strike? That's impossible! My technique is flawless and you're just some amateur! Alright, this time I'm gonna get a strike for sure. (Sarah throws the ball with all her strength but only manages to knock over 1 pin.) M: So, a strike is when you only beat one of the pins? W: Ah! Last time you got lucky. Let's see if you can go 2 for 2. M: OK, cool. (Jamal throws the ball like a baseball. Despite the form, he manages to get a perfect strike.) M: Hey, I beat them again! This game is too easy. Can we go to the arcade? W: What?! IMPOSSIBLE! I AM the superior bowler! Besides, it's not called "beating the pins" you moron! I'm too good for this. I'm going home! (Written by David Shaner) やさしい英語会話 (266) Endings are not always happy W: Oh, Humberto, this is, honestly, the best date I could've asked for. The food is delicious. The atmosphere and night view are just astonishingly beautiful. And the bouquet of roses… you really know how to get to a woman's heart! M: Well, It's because… I love you, Natsuki. And, I actually have a rather important question to ask you… Natsuki… I… Waiter: Hi folks. I'm your waiter! Is everything going alright? I hope you like the food! If you need any refills, let me know! And if you have any questions or concerns feel free to share them! Oh, and if you don't mind, I'd love for you to fill out this questionnaire! My name is Fred. F-R-E-D, D as in DOG. So if you could, also please write a review on the service that I provide to you guys. M: Ah, everything is going great, Fred, thank you. Waiter: That's great to hear! Call me if you need anything! M: Ugh! Waiters can be so obnoxious here… Anyways, as I was saying… (Alarms start sounding, and everyone starts screaming) M: WHAT?!?! NATSUKI!??! The lights went off! W: I'M… I'M RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU, HUMBERTO!!! WHAT'S GOING ON!?!??! M: I… I DON'T KNOW!! Waiter: SIR! SIR! WE NEED TO GET OUT OF HERE NOW! M: FRED, IS THAT YOU!??!! (Waiter: starts coughing and passes out) Announcement: THIS IS THE CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT. EVERYBODY REMAIN CALM. FOR REASONS UNKOWN, WE WILL BE PUTTING THIS BUILDING ON LOCKDOWN. IF ANYONE TRIES TO ESCAPE, THEY WILL BE ARRESTED. M: What the…?! W: HUMBERTO! I'm scared. M: Uh… I think we just got ourselves into a horror movie. I was going to ask you to marry me, but I don't think that's going to happen. I'm out of here! W: WAIT! HUMBERTO DON'T LEAVE ME!!! (Written by Lauren Johnson) やさしい英語会話 (248) It’s important to be honest during interviews Situation: John is at an interview for a part-time job. W: Alright... how are you, sir? I'm Candice, and I'll be interviewing you today. M: Hi Candice. It's nice to meet you. (Stands to shake her hand, but his hand is visibly drenched in sweat.) W: Oh my! Your hand is a bit sweaty! M: Can I be honest with you, Candice? W: Sure, in fact I'd prefer it. M: I'm a bit nervous about this whole interview thing. W: That's perfectly fine! It's normal for people to be nervous during interviews. It's a part of human nature. M: But this isn't just ordinary interview anxiety. I'm nervous because... um... because I've done some horrible things. Unforgivable things. Things that if you ever found out about them, you probably wouldn't want to give me this job, or even look me in the eye! W: OK, well, now that you've brought it up, I feel inclined to ask you what these "horrible" things are. M: It all started last Wednesday. I was at the local Walgreens, buying some candy. I then decided to buy a birthday card for my mom, and I forgot about the chocolate bar in my hand... I walked out of the store without paying for it! I wanted to go return it, but by the time I noticed I was half-way home! W: Um... Well, that's an interesting story. M: I knew you guys would find out during the lie-detector test so I thought I'd just get it off my chest now. W: Lie-detector test? Um... this is an interview for a position as a janitor at McDonald's. We don't do lie detector tests. In fact, if that's the worst thing you've ever done, you might just be the best employee we've ever had! You're hired! M: Really? You mean it? Yippee! (Written by David Shaner) やさしい英語会話 (147) Scared of bugs M: Hi Lauren! Why do you look so scared? Are you all right? W: Remy, don't move! There's a beetle on your shirt!! M: (Nonchalantly) Oh really…? Where? W: You're not scared?! M: Not really. It's just a bug. They're so small compared to us, so I don't really get scared of them. W: Ugh, I hate bugs! I'm scared of every bug on this planet! M: Every bug? You can't be scared of ants! Ants are harmless! And what about butterflies? Butterflies are beautiful! W: What are you talking about?! Ants bite! And they've got all those little legs? Oh, creepy!! And butterflies start out as nasty, crawling caterpillars? Gross!! M: Wait a minute; one time when I came over to your house there was a pet snake in a tank. Whose was that? If you're scared of bugs I can't believe you'd live with a snake in your house! W: Oh, you mean Marbles? He's my pet garden snake. He's awesome! M: Are you telling me that you're scared of bugs, but you think snakes are OK?! W: Well, yeah! Snakes aren't bugs, now, are they? Snakes have brains, feelings, emotions! M: Sometimes I just don't get you, Lauren… (Written by Hannah Klein)

Download MP3 海釣りには絶好のシーズンですね。今回は、瀬戸内海に釣りに来た二人の会話をお届けします。 今回の会話では、生きのいい口語表現が満載の上、日本の有名なことわざの英語表現も登場します。どうぞお楽しみください！ 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） the Seto Inland Sea 瀬戸内海 dock 埠頭 chipper 快活な The early bird gets the worm! 早起きは三文の徳 fisher(s) 釣り人 I bet きっと〜に違いない（賭けてもいい） Better late than never. 遅れてもやらないよりはまし。 the best of the best 最高の中の最高の人 Pipe down. 静かにして。 bait えさ worm ミミズ Ta-dah! ジャーン！　※何かを見せる時に使う表現 What the heck? いったい何？ I thought you were supposed to use worms as bait? こういう時はミミズをえさに使うべきじゃないの？　※ここでのyouは一般の人々を指す。 Use a little shrimp to catch a big sea bream 海老で鯛を釣る literal 文字通りの *** Script *** Fishing W: Alright! We’ve made it to the Seto Inland Sea! This is my favorite dock-- one of the best places to fish in Japan, maybe even the whole world, if you ask me! M: Hey, how are you so chipper? It’s 6 in the morning! W: The early bird gets the worm! And the early fishers get the fish! M: Ha ha. I bet all of the fish are sleeping, like I should be! W: Hey, It’ll be fun, I promise. And anyways, how have you never gone fishing before? M: I don’t know. But better late than never, right? W: That’s true. And you’ll be learning from the best of the best! M: Oh, pipe down, and just show me how to fish! W: OK, let’s get the bait out of the car. (removes bucket from trunk of the car) M: Hey, what is the bait, anyway? W: (taking lid off bucket) Ta-dah! M: What the heck? Shrimp? So, THAT’S why the car stinks! I thought you were supposed to use worms as bait? W: Haven’t you heard the Japanese saying, “Use a little shrimp to catch a big sea bream?” M: Yeah, but I don’t think it’s supposed to be that literal… W: You won’t be doubting me when you catch a sea bream the size of my dog! M: Hey, isn’t your dog a chihuahua…? (Written by Jazmin Boulton)

Download MP3 海釣りには絶好のシーズンですね。今回は、瀬戸内海に釣りに来た二人の会話をお届けします。 今回の会話では、生きのいい口語表現が満載の上、日本の有名なことわざの英語表現も登場します。どうぞお楽しみください！ 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） the Seto Inland Sea 瀬戸内海 dock 埠頭 chipper 快活な The early bird gets the worm! 早起きは三文の徳 fisher(s) 釣り人 I bet きっと〜に違いない（賭けてもいい） Better late than never. 遅れてもやらないよりはまし。 the best of the best 最高の中の最高の人 Pipe down. 静かにして。 bait えさ worm ミミズ Ta-dah! ジャーン！　※何かを見せる時に使う表現 What the heck? いったい何？ I thought you were supposed to use worms as bait? こういう時はミミズをえさに使うべきじゃないの？　※ここでのyouは一般の人々を指す。 Use a little shrimp to catch a big sea bream 海老で鯛を釣る literal 文字通りの *** Script *** Fishing W: Alright! We’ve made it to the Seto Inland Sea! This is my favorite dock-- one of the best places to fish in Japan, maybe even the whole world, if you ask me! M: Hey, how are you so chipper? It’s 6 in the morning! W: The early bird gets the worm! And the early fishers get the fish! M: Ha ha. I bet all of the fish are sleeping, like I should be! W: Hey, It’ll be fun, I promise. And anyways, how have you never gone fishing before? M: I don’t know. But better late than never, right? W: That’s true. And you’ll be learning from the best of the best! M: Oh, pipe down, and just show me how to fish! W: OK, let’s get the bait out of the car. (removes bucket from trunk of the car) M: Hey, what is the bait, anyway? W: (taking lid off bucket) Ta-dah! M: What the heck? Shrimp? So, THAT’S why the car stinks! I thought you were supposed to use worms as bait? W: Haven’t you heard the Japanese saying, “Use a little shrimp to catch a big sea bream?” M: Yeah, but I don’t think it’s supposed to be that literal… W: You won’t be doubting me when you catch a sea bream the size of my dog! M: Hey, isn’t your dog a chihuahua…? (Written by Jazmin Boulton)

Read here in 18 points why and how your mission and vision can become your most profitable investment. LESS CONFUSION – MORE CLARITY AND ORIENTATION PROBLEM Many of your colleagues and employees understand your strategy and business model in different way than you do? Almost everyone uses different terms, which continues to lead to misunderstandings? If you ask ten team members about the right strategy for the future, do you feel you get ten different answers? SOLUTION Start by developing not one, but at least three to eight strategy candidates. This is the only way to ensure that you have really considered the entire space opportunity. Determine the criteria by which you evaluate the candidates, such as future fitness, risk level, strength fit, unique selling proposition potential, earnings potential and desire to implement. Let your candidates compete in pairs against each other in each discipline - the criteria - just like in a tournament. Identify the winner as the core of your strategic direction and develop the candidate into a clear mission, positioning and vision. FEWER CONFLICTS – MORE UNITY AND ALIGNMENT PROBLEM You, your executives and your employees do not agree on your strategic direction, vision, strategy and the right priorities? Some of your discussions even turn into arguments and persistent conflicts? Your meetings are sometimes characterized by low mutual trust and respect and even rude treatment? SOLUTION Resolve with your management team intensively all the big questions that must finally be answered and decided: Your mission (M): What really is your business and what is not. Your positioning (P): What really is unique about your company. Your vision (V): To where you want to develop your business and where not to. Your vision of the future will only become effective when it is understood and strongly supported by a good part of your employees. LESS SCATTERING – MORE FOCUS AND STRENGTH PROBLEM Do you have the feeling that you are following several strategic directions at the same time? You can't really concentrate your personal efforts on essential tasks? Do you always work on different fronts with only divided power? Your best people constantly have to jump back and forth between different topics? You cannot invest sufficiently in all your business areas to remain competitive? SOLUTION Together with your core team, determine the big, convincing picture of your future consisting of mission, positioning and vision, which all your activities, projects and processes should run towards. Without such a picture of your future, you always have too many business areas, projects and processes. Focus and enduring concentration of forces (mind, time, money) are undisputed success factors. Focus requires saying 'No' and literally "cutting away". Make as many decisions against options as deemed necessary in this regard. Focus is the entirety of the few decisions for a particular strategic direction and the many decisions against other possible strategic directions.. LESS EFFORT AND STRESS – GREATER EFFECTIVENESS OF LEADERSHIP PROBLEM You know everything about leadership with goals, but it doesn't work in the your field? You have a master plan with a roadmap of all projects and initiatives, but it keeps falling apart? You have become the most dilligent foreman and hopelessly overburdened instructor? SOLUTION Without a vision of your future, you do not lead, you merely manage. Leadership is not possible without a vision. The only way to lead your team from today to tomorrow more effectively than before is by having a picture of your future and being able to communicate it effectively both emotionally and rationally. Break the vicious circle of "no time for a vision of our future" and massive work overload and stress. Force yourself to develop the big picture of mission, positioning and vision. Your mission and vision can be your most profitable investment.

Download MP3 前回と同じく宇宙にまつわる話題をお届けします。今回はSF風のストーリーでお楽しみください。 宇宙船アルファ2001号は、お宝「ブルー・クリスタル」を狙う海賊アザレアに行く手を阻まれます。絶体絶命のピンチの中、パイロットは思いもよらぬ作戦に出ます...!! 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） Antares アンタレス（さそり座の星） shut down 停止する（turn off） hyper-space travel mode ハイパースペーストラベルモード ※SF作品に登場する宇宙飛行の方法。 cruising speed 巡航速度 ※日本でもcruise controlを搭載した車は最近かなり普及している。 I would request〜 〜を要求いたします。 ※丁寧な依頼 surrender 降伏する What the…? 【俗語】What the heck/hell?が省略されたもの。 the Blue Crystal 例のブルークリスタル ※theは、話者と聞き手がお互いにわかっているものにつける。 torture 拷問にかける persecute 迫害する THE Azaeleah あの有名なアザレアさん ※上の"the Blue Crystal"と、theの用法を比べてみよう。 notorious 悪名高い clan 一族 the Boogies ブギー族（変な名前として登場している。番組内の解説を参照） legendary tales 伝説的な逸話 the galaxy 銀河系 wipe out 一掃する、一発で仕留める blade 刃 filthy 汚い、下品な autograph サイン（有名人などの） ※「文書にする署名」はsignature。 forehead 額、おでこ I have no patience. 我慢がならぬ。 hot いかす、人気がある jerk 間抜け wormhole ワームホール（時空間の高速移動が可能な空間） *** Script *** Space Pirate M: Delta 2001! This is Alpha 2001. We’ll be landing on Antares in 45 seconds. We’ve shut down the hyper-space travel mode, and are entering at cruising speed. I would request your quick report about the rear engine. Delta 2001 can you hear us? W: Muhahahaha! You guys are under attack! Surrender or you WILL DIE! M: What the…? Who is this? What do you want from us? W: My name is Azaeleah. Give us the Blue Crystal or we will torture you, and persecute you till death! M: Wait! Are you THE Azaeleah, from the notorious pirate clan of the Antares system, the Boogies? Wow! You’re the most famous alien on our planet. I’m a big fan of yours! W: Silence! Give us the crystal now, or we’ll cut your throats. M: Hey, I’ve known you since I was little. You’re super popular for your legendary tales in the galaxy. You wiped out all your enemy pirates at the battle of Sirus. And… W: I SAID, where is the crystal? I’ll give you one more chance or my blade will cut off your filthy tongue! Where Is The Crystal? M: Hey, before I die, can I get your autograph? I’ve been dreaming to get your autograph on my forehead... I mean please?? W: You can’t understand a single word I’m saying?! Final chance! I have no patience. TELL me where the Blue Crystal is? M: Hey, let me say one last word before I die! Although your skin is green, I think you’re still hot—cooler than humans look. Yes, you can kill me. W: Uaaah!! This jerk can’t understand anything. Retreat to our ship! We don’t have any time left! The wormhole is going to get shut down in a minute. M: Woo…. Bye~bye~ (Written by Kyoung Jo)

Download MP3 前回と同じく宇宙にまつわる話題をお届けします。今回はSF風のストーリーでお楽しみください。 宇宙船アルファ2001号は、お宝「ブルー・クリスタル」を狙う海賊アザレアに行く手を阻まれます。絶体絶命のピンチの中、パイロットは思いもよらぬ作戦に出ます...!! 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） Antares アンタレス（さそり座の星） shut down 停止する（turn off） hyper-space travel mode ハイパースペーストラベルモード ※SF作品に登場する宇宙飛行の方法。 cruising speed 巡航速度 ※日本でもcruise controlを搭載した車は最近かなり普及している。 I would request〜 〜を要求いたします。 ※丁寧な依頼 surrender 降伏する What the…? 【俗語】What the heck/hell?が省略されたもの。 the Blue Crystal 例のブルークリスタル ※theは、話者と聞き手がお互いにわかっているものにつける。 torture 拷問にかける persecute 迫害する THE Azaeleah あの有名なアザレアさん ※上の"the Blue Crystal"と、theの用法を比べてみよう。 notorious 悪名高い clan 一族 the Boogies ブギー族（変な名前として登場している。番組内の解説を参照） legendary tales 伝説的な逸話 the galaxy 銀河系 wipe out 一掃する、一発で仕留める blade 刃 filthy 汚い、下品な autograph サイン（有名人などの） ※「文書にする署名」はsignature。 forehead 額、おでこ I have no patience. 我慢がならぬ。 hot いかす、人気がある jerk 間抜け wormhole ワームホール（時空間の高速移動が可能な空間） *** Script *** Space Pirate M: Delta 2001! This is Alpha 2001. We’ll be landing on Antares in 45 seconds. We’ve shut down the hyper-space travel mode, and are entering at cruising speed. I would request your quick report about the rear engine. Delta 2001 can you hear us? W: Muhahahaha! You guys are under attack! Surrender or you WILL DIE! M: What the…? Who is this? What do you want from us? W: My name is Azaeleah. Give us the Blue Crystal or we will torture you, and persecute you till death! M: Wait! Are you THE Azaeleah, from the notorious pirate clan of the Antares system, the Boogies? Wow! You’re the most famous alien on our planet. I’m a big fan of yours! W: Silence! Give us the crystal now, or we’ll cut your throats. M: Hey, I’ve known you since I was little. You’re super popular for your legendary tales in the galaxy. You wiped out all your enemy pirates at the battle of Sirus. And… W: I SAID, where is the crystal? I’ll give you one more chance or my blade will cut off your filthy tongue! Where Is The Crystal? M: Hey, before I die, can I get your autograph? I’ve been dreaming to get your autograph on my forehead... I mean please?? W: You can’t understand a single word I’m saying?! Final chance! I have no patience. TELL me where the Blue Crystal is? M: Hey, let me say one last word before I die! Although your skin is green, I think you’re still hot—cooler than humans look. Yes, you can kill me. W: Uaaah!! This jerk can’t understand anything. Retreat to our ship! We don’t have any time left! The wormhole is going to get shut down in a minute. M: Woo…. Bye~bye~ (Written by Kyoung Jo)

Why should you attend the Main Street Now Conference in Seattle, March 25-27, 2019? Should you attend even if you aren't a Main Street community? What other educational opportunities does the National Main Street Center offer?  Well, find out in this episode! GUEST INFORMATION: Name: Kelly Humrichouser Organization: National Main Street Center Title: Associate Manager of Education   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MainStreetNowConference/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MainStreetsConf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natlmainstreet/ SHOW NOTE Kelly wanted me to be sure to note the following: The Main Street Now Conference is not possible without the hard work and support of our state-wide partners, including the Washington Main Street Program and Washington Trust for Historic Preservation (Seattle, 2019) and the Missouri Main Street Connection (Kansas City, 2018). SHOW TRANSCRIPT Megan Tsui: Hello, everybody. Today my guest is Kelly Humrichouser from the National Main Street Center, and I'm so excited to have Kelly on with me today to talk about National Main Street and the National Main Street Conference that's coming up in March in Seattle. So welcome, Kelly. Kelly Humrichouser: Thank you. Thanks for having me, Megan. Great to talk to you again. M: Yeah. I actually met Kelly when I was at a, what was it called - Historic Real Estate Certification Course through the National Development Center. Is that right? Did I get that right? K: Very, very close. We did the Historic Real Estate Finance Series Certificate Program offered through the National Development Council. And the Main Street America Institute was able to partner with the National Development Council to bring that content to Main Street managers and other historic real estate professionals. And, so yeah, we met in Des Moines and we were just in Atlanta a couple of weeks ago, and now we're here. M: Yeah, and I, that was probably the hardest class I've taken outside of, outside of, you know, college algebra. But I think it was so helpful and so good. And most people didn't think it was hard. So, it was just me. K: I thought it was hard too. I was very grateful that I was able to participate in the course and kind of be the coordinator for bringing that content through the institute to the group of people that we had with us. So it was like really wonderful because it’s really hands-on and you do have to do a lot of math. But at the end of the day, you're able to just understand so much more of the conversation around development in all these communities. M: Well that's what I was, that's why I went and why I decided that that was going to be an important thing and my, why my board said yes to the travel costs and things like that. But what was great is I got some scholarship money from, you want to talk about the scholarship opportunity? And then also the there was some travel cost reimbursement because we're a smaller Main Street. So just mention that quick because I want to make sure people know about that great resource. K: Yeah. We were able, through the support that we had from the 1772 foundation, to subsidize highly, highly, the cost of this course so that Main Street managers are able to participate. We know that two weeks during any year out of the office to do an in-person training that also has a cost admin training process associated, it's a lot, it's a lot for anybody to handle. So we highly highly subsidized the course through that partnership. And we were also able to provide a few travel scholarships to make it a lot easier for people to be in an AirBnB or a hotel for a week while they're kind of going out to these different communities. So, we do hope to be able to do that again in the future. Always kind of an interest from our network in that possibility. But just, you know, everyone that was involved. We're so grateful to the support of the 1772 Foundation and our partners at the National Development Council. That's something that, you know, we want to continue to work with them because they have such great knowledge on how economic development and real estate deals really work. M: Well and I, you know, as a small, you know Main Street organization, we wouldn't have been able to do it without those, that help. And so we really appreciate the National Main Street and the foundation, and the National Development Center, we’re able to collaborate and bring that all together and make it affordable so thanks for your efforts on that and everyone else's. And I think, would people be able to learn about those opportunities if they get on your mailing list? Because I believe that's where I saw it. K: Yeah absolutely. In fact, you know, specific to the educational opportunities, I would encourage anybody who's interested in future opportunities like that to email msai@savingplaces.org. I'm sure we'll put that in the details but msai@savingplaces.org is for the institute specifically and that will get you kind of on my list to tell you specifically about opportunities like this that you might be interested in. Generally, we encourage everybody to always pay attention to everything that you're receiving. If you're a Main Street Member or you're just interested in keeping up to date with our with our weekly news. There are so many opportunities that come through our regular mailing list as well. M: All right, we'll make sure to put that in the show note so people have a link to get to that easily. OK. So, that's how we met, that's how we got to know each other a little bit. We sat at the same table. We laughed a lot and I thought it would be so great for you to come on the podcast and talk about what National Main Street is and then what is the big conference that's coming up and why someone who is a Main Street Community, inside of Main Street Community, would want to attend. And then why somebody who isn't part of the Main Street Program yet might want to attend. So, let's get started. What, what is National Main Street? K: Yeah. The National Main Street Center, and some folks probably know it as Main Street America, are really kind of one and the same. So either way that you're using those terms, we're a national organization that supports commercial district revitalization across the country. Most people call the Main Streets in some other places, they might be neighborhoods, commercial districts, and larger urban areas. We're really focused on both. And we provide, you know, education training and networking opportunities. Our conference and the advocacy technical assistance, really, we tried to do a little bit of everything and hopefully, we do it successfully. So we've been around for about 40 years it was a program started by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the late 70s, early 80s, to try to bring back life to places that were kind of disinvested. You know, when you started building more, new construction out towards highways and maybe downtowns, weren't seeing as much, as much of the action. And so, in the shopping mall era, a lot of, a lot of downtowns weren't thriving, and so this effort was started by the National Trust really for the preservation of buildings but also the community. And then it's grown into more of an economic development format. And so, it's a very interdisciplinary way to look at bringing life to downtowns, but it works and it works really well. So now we are an independent non-profit. Well we're still very closely partnered with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. But we try to bring tools to folks like yourself out in Red Wing and in communities across the country. M: Well, I think it's just about the coolest thing because, as you said, it does, it's comprehensive, and what a lot of people don't always see about their downtown is how it's such a mix of both residential, commercial, community, nonprofits, churches. There's just so many different things that happen in a lot of our downtowns and so to have a organization like the National Main Street Center understand that and then help us create a foundation and create a way for us to, you know, wear more boots on the ground, support that, is just, it's phenomenal. And I'm glad the organization is here and that it continues to get funded, and I hope it continues to because it's, it's economic development at the very heart of our communities. So, I love it. Okay, and what is your role there Kelly? K: Well, my role as, my title is Associate Manager of Education. And what that means for me on a day to day is that I manage programming for our Main Street America Institute. That's the program that we were talking about previously that was a partnership with the National Development Council but through the Main Street America Institute. The Institute is really a credentialing program for folks that are working in commercial district revitalization as Main Street directors or managers to hone their skills, to learn new skills, to kind of have a checkpoint for their competency as a Main Street Manager. And we offer a credential called the Main Street America Revitalization Professional Credential. That's kind of the pinnacle of achievement in our world right now, I believe. And it's a program that has been built upon a previous program that was offered through the Main Street Center called the Certified Main Street Manager Program. That program, you know, existed for about 20 years and kind of went through a hiatus period and now we've brought it back kind of as the Main Street America Institute. So we do online courses and workshops and in addition to that I also work on education through our conference, which I know we will talk much more about, but there are over 100 education sessions and special events, kind of other jazz. And then as with any nonprofit, you know, everybody has their other duties as assigned. So I hope I try to make myself helpful in other ways. But, you know, our team is varied and kind of constantly in kind of dynamic shifts and always everybody's kind of helping each other out. So just as with any, I'm sure, Main Street program our team is constantly doing a million things. M: Yeah. And yeah sometimes it's slow, sometimes it's crazy and you have to be ready to do it, step in. I think that's just the nature of the Main Street, I don't know, it's almost like you're the pathos of Main Street. K: Right. M: Jump in wherever you need to. K: Right, right, right. M: What's your background? How did you get started in this area of work? K: It's, you know, it's one of those circuitous paths, I think. My first job I think, I had a couple of jobs when I was like 16, and one was at a candy and gift shop on a Main Street in my town and the other was a soda fountain, like a historic soda fountain. I was like a soda jerk. M: Woah, you were like original, OG Main Street stuff right there. K: Right. Right. The soda fountain, I mean I loved the place. It closed, I think, in 2002 after 96 years in business. But it was really interesting back then to kind of see the little system that the downtown business owners and how everyone worked together and how they were working with the city when the city was trying to build a new development behind the Main Street and kind of understand all those dynamics. And at that time I heard about the Main Street program, but it kind of, I think, went over my head, like, I was like, “Oh, what? People do this as a, as a job.” That’s crazy, but, you know, I went to undergrad and took a course that was focused on historic preservation when I was a senior. I kind of got a job eventually after college. Got into a historic preservation program. And through that, and kind of very dynamic different circumstances, I was like, “Oh yeah, Main Street Center makes a whole lot of sense for me.” I had a background in some educational programming, so it really kind of came together. But yeah, it's something you, I don't know if anybody, really aims for that or if it's just kind of something that happens you know. M: Right, yeah, I don't know a lot of like, 16-year-olds are, like, “I can't wait to work on Main Street.” K: Right. Right. But maybe they should, right? M: We should change that. So you have a huge conference coming up here in March that I'm really excited for, for many reasons. Tell us about that. What's coming up? K: Yes. So every year we have the Main Street Now Conference. This is annually the largest national gathering of downtown revitalization professionals, Main Street managers. We've had, I think, last year we had more than sixteen hundred attendees. So we're actually expecting a bigger turnout this year. The conference is March 25th to 27th in Seattle, Washington. And Seattle is just such a cool destination. I can imagine that, you know, a real drop for some people, just being able to come out to the Pacific Northwest if you, if you haven't been before. But, you know, relative to the content, you know, like I said previously, we've got over 100 education sessions and some really cool special events planned. And you can still register, so you can register up until the day of the event if you, if you want to come out. But I would say for anybody who's listening, look at it fast because hotels are going quick and, you know, you want to make sure you get in there and plan your experience a little bit. M: Yeah, I can't wait. I mean the last year was my first conference. It was in Kansas City. And I had such an amazing time that it was just so great to be around other people like me. I mean other people who are, most people are outgoing. They're community-minded, and that doesn't just mean their community, it means the community of Main Street. And they're fun and curious and it just, it was such a great experience to be around all these people who love their Main Streets and love their downtowns just like I do. So, I can't say enough about that conference and how great it was. All the sessions I went to were very well done. The facility was amazing. It was just top notch. So, I love it. I am doing a couple of sessions there too. So I'm excited to, connect with some people in that way as well. So, what is the one session you think that is, you're most excited for people to take advantage of. I mean, besides mine! But what are the other ones? I have one in mind that I can't wait to go to, but I want to hear what yours is. Do you have one? K: You tell me about yours first so that we don't pick the same one, and it feels unethical for me to pick one. M: OK, fine I'll tell you. The one that I think I'm pretty excited for is the one about how to have dogs downtown. K: Oh that's so great! I've been communicating with Britin, who is the speaker there. She's got some excellent resources to bring and it is an issue that we, you know, we were like very excited when someone submitted on the topic because it is something that so many downtown programs need to deal with. I know, you know, my mom wants to bring her dog everywhere. M: Yeah, exactly. K: I'm like, how do we do this best? M: If you live in California, everybody does bring their dogs everywhere. They're in the grocery stores, they're in, they're not service dogs, they're just dogs. And so and I think it can be a competitive advantage for our community. I know there's, there's a community not far from here that's very small. And I mean I think they may have a couple hundred people. They still have a few historic buildings from their downtown and they just come alive in the summer and then they have you know the Dog Days of Stockholm, where they have a weekend where thousands and thousands of people come out with their dogs to this little town and just take over. And I just think it's brilliant. It's just such a great marketing strategy. So that's why I'm excited to hear about it. K: Yeah. That's a good pick. Like I say I feel a little bit, you know I don't want to steer too many, too many people in one direction or the other based on what I would think. I'm pretty excited for some of our kind of general sessions, so go ahead and plug those. We have Jim and Deb Fallows. They're authors of a book called Art Sounds. M: I didn't know that. K: Yeah, they're going to come on Tuesday morning for a general session discussion with our president and CEO Patrice Frye. So, we're very excited about that. They've been wonderful partners so far and so we're going to have their book and have a book signing as well, so we're excited about several of our general sessions. But I also want to say specifically, I'm excited this year. We have a focus on, leadership and partnerships. And so we've given a significant discount to civic leaders. We're talking elected officials and people in upper-level management positions of municipalities to attend the conference for an extremely reduced rate. And this is something, you know, we're gearing educational programming specifically for them. There's a luncheon hosted by our Board Chair, Ed McMahon, specifically for the civic leaders at the conference to learn how they can better support a Main Street program. And for them to really feel the value of the Main Street program in their communities. And that's really huge for us because we know that those partnerships are so important. And for some communities to have, kind of be the strength that they need at the table with their city team, it'd be really great if we could tell them a little bit more about all the possibilities that Main Street could bring. So we're really jazzed about that. M: That is so exciting because if you don't have, in my experience anyway, and even in the experience that I've seen in other towns in Minnesota if you don't have your city leaders on board, it's such an uphill battle. And so if you can get them to these sessions, get them to hear about the great work that Main Street does and encourage them to help support a membership to National Main Street and/or their state Main Street, what a huge effort that goes towards making it happen in the community. So thank you to the National Main Street Center for offering that discount because I think that is a game changer for a lot of, especially smaller communities. So thank you for that. K: Yeah we hope so. You know it's something that we hope it, it's a relationship that you could bring to the conference and then continue to grow from there so that it's not you know a one-stop event but really begins the discussion. M: Right. And I'm, you know, what I love about the conferences, it's things that are very practical. Those are the things that I'm talking about. I'm doing a session on hosting a retail challenge. How to fill vacant storefronts in your downtown. And then the other one is how to tell your downtown story with social media. So you'll come away with real actionable things that Main Street has actually done. It's not theoretical, it's very action oriented. And a lot of the sessions are like that, you know, my hand hurt last year from taking notes to really dive into all of the different presentations and ideas. But then you also learn about things like the topic of this, you know, what we just talked about, was, the leadership and the partnerships and building those kinds of things that kind of make having a main street and being a main street manager easier when you have those partnerships and collaborations. Those don't always, you can't, that is not a one size fits all. That's a lot of times, you know, there are personalities involved, there's different budgeting processes that are involved, etc. But you get to hear about how other people have done it and get inspired. So I think that's what I love about the conference the most, is, it's both higher level and then also nuts and bolts right down on the ground of what you can take back to your main street tomorrow and get working on. K: With that in mind I'm gonna plug one session that I think is a really, a great idea that has been proposed just for this conference and our state coordinator in Virginia, Rebecca Rowe, and Diana Schwartz, who is the Executive Director of the River District Association in Danville Virginia, are doing a session and we've scheduled it for kind of in the afternoon. But after the conference, how to make it happen. So the concept there is to bring together what you're learning because there are so many ideas. You're gonna have so many notes. And we do need to check in sometimes and really think like, how do you take this home and implement it. So if any session that I would individually plug, I'll give it to that one. M: That's a good one because it encompasses everything. It's very safe. Good job. K: Thank you. M: So if you are, I think it's pretty clear, we made pretty clear why if you're a Main Street Community, why you should attend. I think that's not necessarily hard to imagine the reasons why, but what if you aren't yet? What if you're Joe Blow or Jane Doe working in a community, working on downtown and stuff along your main street but you're not a member, why should you attend this? K: Yeah, that's such a great question. And I love it because, you know, so often we find that there's a perception out in the world that if you're not from a recognized, certified Main Street America community then this isn't for you somehow. And it actually, it is. We have folks from so many different fields: planners, architects, developers, government staff, as we were talking about before, and volunteers, board members, interested community members, always, I think, take away a lot from the conference as well.  It's always interdisciplinary content. It's issues that are not just for somebody who necessarily is managing the downtown. You could be a small business owner in the downtown and take a lot away from that session on pets on Main Street as well, you know. We also do offer credit for the American Institute of Certified Planners and the American Institute of Architects continuing education, so professionals from those fields, we are we are trying to make it easier for them to attend because it can be kind of a checking off a box or they need to have in their career path on their on this list. So we are doing that type of outreach, but this is a conference that's just about so much. It's about how communities work, and so if you're in a community and trying to make it work, which applies to just a myriad of types of people, then this is for you, you know. And then, as we talked about before, we have an emphasis on partnerships and we want to make sure that all of the partners at the table as well. So, you know, of course, that includes the elected officials and civic leaders that we were talking about, but it could include any type of partnership. I would also encourage a Main Street manager, think of the conference as something that you can also reach out to other folks in your town and encourage them to come with you, especially if there's some topic that you're trying to tackle together. This might be a great place to kind of get some ideas for it. M: That’s what I noticed last year is that there were some kind of groups from one community, and a lot of times it was the mayor, it was Member 2 from the Council, the main street manager, maybe the chamber director or, you know, so that just makes so much sense to come together. You get to go to different sessions or the same sessions if it's around something that you're out working towards and then come together and talk about what you learned. And so, it's just such a great way to learn and to expand and to be inspired. I will say what you bring up about planners, developers, architects. That is kind of a group that I don't assume, you know, would go to something like this, but yet they are the ones with the money. I mean, they're the ones with the connections to the developers and to investors and to the banks in their community, who've worked on projects, especially in historic preservation or with historic tax credits or whatever. And they're the ones that are visionaries, and so that's been a pleasant surprise for me. I mean, the other group I kind of assumed would go that makes sense but this other group of, those other kinds of professionals, it's been such a pleasant surprise for me to meet them and learn more about how they're working inside Mean Streets. And I just can't say enough about how wonderful it is to have that opportunity at the National Main Street conference to connect to one another and to figure out where those resources lie. So that's another benefit I think that may not be as obvious. K: Yeah, Absolutely. M: Yeah. So if you were going to give a piece of advice to a Main Street manager or someone who's working hard in their downtown to revitalize it, what advice would you give them? K: Well, I think from my perspective and the perspective of our team at the National Main Street Center, it's to really make sure that, you know, if you are a Main Street member that you are taking full advantage of your membership. There are so many ways to do so. Through a Main Street America membership, you have access to webinars, resources, a really great discount to the Main Street America Institute program for some professional development. We have so many guides and so many kinds of hard copy resources and they're really interactive at this point. You know, we're always interested in hearing back from folks and updating our resources to make them applicable in various situations. And then just in the past year, we've also launched something called The Point, which is a member network based through our membership system. It really allows for interaction, and people hold really great dialogue there. And there's no, there's no greater resource than your peers. So I think that's what I would say to anybody who is currently a member is to really make sure that you are getting everything that you can out of your membership. And very self-serving, think about the Main Street America Institute. We have some really great courses and we're always developing more. There's great opportunities there. But if you're not a Main Street member, if you're looking at this again from that perspective of, I'm not, you know, part of this kind of accredited network, you know, how can I participate? We have a general membership. You don't have to be part of your statewide program in order to join us as a community. And we also have a new membership format that’s called Friends of Main Street. If you are out there and you're just kind of interested, you want to know more about it. Friends on Main Street is kind of a low-cost entry-level way just to make sure you're receiving our conference discounts and, you know, weekly updates from the National Main Street Center so that you are aware of opportunities of, you know, resources and it's not a huge commitment up front. So we're always happy to talk more about, more about membership. I know my colleagues who specifically work on membership will be like, "Yay! Questions!" But I really think, you know, the conferences is a huge part of this network every year so, the advice is also, attend the conference, make sure that your hand is cramping from all those notes and go home and make some changes. You know, we always talk about the main aspect of this work is really, you know, trying to find other great examples, from podcasts too, to duplicate and obviously have to consider the context of your own community when you're doing so. But this is all about trial and error sometimes with really great examples from other communities. And a lot of that can be found at the conference. And then, you know, there are those best practices that we want to get out there and we do that through all of our member resources, but again, really specifically the conference. M: Well, I think that you just wrapped it up very, very nicely and put a bow on it because I think that's exactly, you know, I think it's such a wonderful conference and I will hope to meet as many people as possible there this year. Last year I had a terrible cold. So I was I was just going through, but I can't wait this year to get there and get to the, I know there's some parties and some networking opportunities that I am looking forward to as well. So, and I'm assuming that you're all there and ready to answer any and all questions at the conference.   K: Oh, yes. So as an attendee at the conference, you can always find information at our booth in the exhibit hall or through the registration table if you ever have questions. We want to make it accessible to you as possible. I will say it's really highly recommended to make sure that you download the mobile app, it's available through our website, in advance of attending, so that you're all set to go once you arrive. We'd love it if you took a look at the schedule in advance and kind of planned out where you thought you might want to be so that you have a better sense of, you know, what sessions you want to attend, and you are not scrambling then. And make sure to read through kind of some of the session descriptions and just plan your experience a little bit. I'll also say, Seattle has great public transit. Don't feel like you have to take a cab from the airport. The train is great. M: That is a good hint because I think it's it's a busy downtown from what I understand, and the conference is located in a great spot, so hopefully people will have lots of ease getting around. I can't wait to see Seattle. Never been there. It's definitely been a place on my bucket list. And so I just can't wait. I'm ready for it to get here, plus it's, you know, very, very chilly here in Minnesota and in Chicago where Kelly is, and so I am just trying to think happy, warmer thoughts and anywhere else in the country than here at the moment. M: Well, thanks so much Kelly. I really appreciate you coming on and talking about National Main Street, the conference, and all of the great resources that are available to folks who care about their downtowns. And I appreciate that you said, you know, it's really all about a big borrowing and stealing from each other. And one of the things I love about Main Street that I have not found in other areas that I've worked in is that no one hoards information or good ideas. It's almost like, we can't wait to share what's worked in our downtown. There just is not a sense of competition at the Main Streets that I've ever encountered. So, you know, instead of trying to recreate the wheel or, you know, try to think of ideas that are outside the box on your own and get started and learn the hard way, you can learn from other people and what they've, been through. And you mentioned The Point, which is part of the National Main Street Center's website. I love that I just kind of, you know, got really dug into it just a few weeks ago, and I thought, “Oh, my gosh! Where has this been for the last couple of years.” It's people who have sample documents and sample marketing pieces and good ideas about contacts and all sorts of things that, in that, I'm sure I'm not doing it justice. But that's a great resource. What I will do is in the show notes make sure to put links to everything we talked about, so links to how to register for the conference, links to your email if people want more information about the institute and what they can sign up for in there, or other information they might need and make sure that people know how to get connected to you. K: Excellent. Well, I look forward to speaking to people and seeing everyone at the conference. I apologize in advance if you see me and I'm in running shoes and scrambling by, but feel free to say hello. M: Awesome! I mean, I did not know there were sixteen hundred people last year. And that's a pretty good testament to a well-run conference because sixteen hundred people could feel like a massive amount of chaos, and it did not feel that way, Kelly. It was amazing. So you did a great job and your team is stellar at this, they are obviously pros. So I can't wait for this year to have even more folks be able to come and share all the great stuff about Main Street. So, thank you so much for being here. Appreciate it. And we'll see you in Seattle. K: Excellent. Thank you, Megan. M: All right. Thanks, Kelly.

Guest Information:   Name: Bridgette Kelch, Main Street Director Organization: Downtown Washington, Inc. Website: https://www.downtownwashmo.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downtownwashmo Twitter: https://twitter.com/downtownwashmo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownwashmo/   Visit the Meet Me Downtown Podcast Website: https://www.meetmedowntownpodcast.com/ Show Transcript:  M=Megan Tsui B=Bridgette Kelch M: Hello, in this episode I talk to Bridgette Kelch from Washington, Missouri. She’s been their Main Street Director for over 18 years and they’ve done some pretty amazing things in that time. I recorded our pre-interview and it was so great that I just converted it into a real episode so we jump right in where I’m learning more about Bridgette and her downtown. M: But yeah, such a fun job, and you’ve been in it a long time. B: Yeah, sometimes I wonder, too long? But no. But I started right out of college so I’ll be 41 this month, but I’ve been here since I was 22. M: Wow, you are dedicated. B: Well, you know, I didn’t expect to be here but my passion is historic preservation so that’s what my degree is in. And I really thought I was going to work in a museum and now I kind of just view downtown as a big giant outdoor museum. M: It kind of is, I mean in a lot of towns it actually could be. B: Yeah and so then I liked it and I stayed and yeah we’ve grown a ton in that time frame. So starting out of, this year is 30 years for the organization, that we’ve been doing Main Street. We were a pilot program for Missouri in 1989. So I kind of always joke that they got through the really hard years you know, where you’re like struggling to find out who you are, what you’re going to do. And it was so hard when I started, I mean we were still playing the game of someone needs to pay their pledge so we can make payroll and those kinds of games. But yeah we’re past those points now, hopefully, so it’s exciting. We’ve been able to take on some pretty big projects. I think that’s one of the things that I’m most proud of, you know, we couldn’t find somebody to do what we wanted we did it ourselves. M: Right. I’m very intrigued by the idea that you guys own and operate the post office and a B&B. B: It was never planned, you know. M: It never is. B: Yeah it just came along, so I would say the majority of our growth has come since 2006. I started in 01, which is funny because that’s like right before the recession you know and we didn't feel that as much. I mean we certainly did feel it. But I don't think it's such big, you know such large swings in the Midwest. I think just by nature we're a more conservative bunch and so we don't feel those giant swings as much. And I could be wrong but that's how I view it. So 2006 you know we didn't really have a state program before that. And I mean there was one, I think I met the other managers or executive directors like once or twice and I really met a dynamic one and her name was Gayla Roten from Branson, Missouri and she kind of took me under her wing. And then as the years rolled by, you know in 05, and we decided to start our own state program because we needed it. And so our statewide program, coordinating program, was started by the executive directors that were left standing. The state booted the program basically and so now you know she's our state director. She was just a local director and now she's our state director. I think we're in our 11th, no 12th year, yeah 12th year. And so I still serve on that state board and so I think you know getting involved at that level and then really just the folks that were doing Main Street in Missouri at that time, they were really following the rules and so that was the culture that I was kind of brought up in. And so we really embraced the four points and in 2006 was a big change for us was that we finally were reviewed for accreditation again and they had a National Main Street Center person on site and we thought we were doing great and we didn't get accredited that year. M: Oh no. B: And if for very good reasons. Of course, at the time I was really mad and upset and Gayla and I both cried over it but I think it was really kind of that spark that we needed to say, "OK let's look at ourselves. You know we've got to fix this." And then we really just started to fly and one of the biggest things was our board president at the time, he just took a huge stance and said, "Training, we have to go and attend training. And it can't just be the executive director going to these trainings and trying to come back and share it with us. We need a new initiative ourselves and go attend training." And so that was something that we put into a board contract, Kathy La Plante helped us with that. And we move forward and then around that time there was a building that had been owned by the city, that was owned by the chamber, and that was back in the city’s hands. And the Mayor is like, “we need to tear that down, so there’s more parking for the Catholic church.” You know small towns. M: Oh, that sounds so familiar. That’s like right here, right now. B: And so I don’t know how it happened, but it was after, I think it was around the time that the National Main Street, I still call it the National Town Meeting, whatever they call it now; the conference, was in Cincinnati and so they have it, we're a very German cultured area and one of my designs here had been on that, had gone to that national meeting and he just loved all their farmers markets and their over the Rhine area. And so he's like, "you know we could do something with that building." So he literally that day, you hear this but it's true, we sketched it on a napkin, because he's set up the napkin and it's framed and he went to the chamber and he said to the chamber exec and he's like, "What do you think?" Because our farmer's market wasn't downtown at that time, it was actually out in our fairgrounds, and so he convinced the chamber exec. The chamber exec didn't ever understand why all this didn't work well together. He's like, "I don't understand why you know we all don't work together." I'm like I don't know. I just know for some reason that it's Rob with us and the city and I you know, I came in you know being born and raised here but not understanding the politics. So I think that was best of all old wounds you know. And so he really made a concerted effort he said, "you know if all three of us work on things together we're pretty unstoppable." And I was young and that and I was like, "yeah sure you know bring me along for the ride."And so long story short somehow though my design chair and the Chamber exec convinced the mayor this was a good idea, that it was a joint project so we all were like well. So the city owned the property, it's our second oldest building on Main Street. And we did it together we turned it into a farmer's market and a civic Pavilion. So you have this 1856 building that was in atrocious shape. We did you know, we did put a pavilion around it so that wasn't staying exactly true to it, but it was a compromise you know for it to live long a longer life. And so it became our weekend farmer's market meets there and all the special events are out of there and now people get married and do all kinds of fun things under that. It's really an anchor on one side of our downtown. And so the city put in 250 in kind and work and 250 in cash and the Chamber put in like 220 in cash, which is basically almost their whole savings. And we had no money, like nothing. So we wrote a grant to our, it's called Neighborhood Assistance Program it's something I think is specific to Missouri, but we were able to get approved and then we sold, basically sold tax credits and that's how we got our $250,000. And so as you know within kind of work it was definitely a million dollar project. And I say that and it's still not lost on me that that is a huge project. If you would have told me before that I would have said no we're too little, no we can't do that. And we did it, at the end of the day no one wanted to own the property and so we were like we'll own it. So we own the property and we lease the first level back to the city so they maintain the public restrooms and the event space when someone rents it. And then there's a second and third floor and we kind of just mothball that and I'll go faster if I talk too long. There's kind of five projects that I'll roll out of it. So we mothball that second and third floor even though we know it's time. We're always saying redevelop your second and third floor for residential and we're like we're sitting on ours for the time being. At that time, our office is located in the oldest unique structure in the area, which is an 1834 log cabin and that's where our office had been since the mid 90s. Kind of you know, fun things in the Main Street world, that you know when the toilet water froze we got a day off. So a great building. So we're kind of rolling along and a few years later we kind of start here rumblings from the postal service that you know, we have a long history with the Postal Service. They initially tried in the 90s to close our downtown location and so saying it wasn't big enough for all the mail sorting and everything and so the town actually had banded together in the mid 90s and secured the property on either side and said This property is available we'll even help you buy it if you just stay downtown. And the Postal Service was like oh I guess these people are serious. Well we'll leave you have this one open but we're going to go ahead and open one on the highway. So a town of less than 15,000 and we had two post offices. So we kind of knew that you know the writing was going to eventually be on the wall that we would have to do something and that was about you know 2008 is when we started hearing those rumblings. And the new postmaster came in, he's directed to close the downtown location and sell it. And then just consolidate operations out on the highway. So he let us know, and so we said OK what if we buy the building and then you can just rent from us and we'll do stuff with the other parts of the building and they're like no. And we're like OK well if you stay for free and we'll renovate the building, you stay for free and then we'll do stuff with the other part of the building, we'll take care of all the maintenance and everything. There's 700 P.O. boxes here and while they're not all always rented at the same time, that was a lot of foot traffic and this would be the first piece of government that would have left the downtown district. City hall is still here, Police, DMV you know all that is still downtown. And we just really thought we don't want to let this post office go because then it would make it easier to say oh we're going to move the police station out here and City Hall. And as we've seen happen you know hundreds of times. And so we really kind of drew a line in the sand and they said, "Well we're not going to stay in this building in any shape or form. So why don't you buy the building, you renovate it and you run the downtown post office" and of course we had no idea that was even possible but it's called a contract Postal Unit. Some of them these days are called Village Post Offices VPO or CPU. So like how it works is that you know we are just like a regular post office. We sell the stamps for the same price. We ship packages just like they do. We don't do some of the ancillary services like bulk mail but we get a percentage. So the Post Office pays us nothing except the percentage of postage stamps that we sell and packages that we ship. So we get 10 percent. We always looked at it, we just wanted it to break even and if it made money that would be exciting. M: So I’m assuming you have to staff this? B: Yeah absolutely. Yeah. So yes. So we renovated the building again with this Neighborhood Assistance Program and then just a myriad of fun and nutty different fundraisers. They don't normally allow P.O. boxes to stay. And it was because a clerk, there are seven unions in the postal service believe it or not. And you would be taking a union job by that. So because it's not normal to have P.O. boxes but that was our putting our foot down, if you take the P.O. boxes out of this location we will not, we won't do this. And they really wanted a CPU here, an additional unit. So we have been running, we renovated the building and we opened March 1st of 2011. So we've been running a post office for the last eight years and it's been going well. It definitely pays for itself. Our office has moved into the post office. So that left that little cabin vacant and so we kind of mothballed it for a while saying we'll figure out what to do with it eventually. And we're in this new beautiful building and our events coordinator, I'd already thought about this but there's always these things that push you over the edge to make you go, she had a terrible apartment and she's like "God I wish you know, I want to live downtown but it's either like so expensive I can't afford it or it's holy smokes it's scary and yucky." And so that's kind of where our residential was like opulently renovated or Holy crap I think that cockroach is as big as my cat. So we didn't have any middle ground and we were exhausted but somehow I convinced the board that we should go ahead and renovate that second and third floor back at the farmer's market. And I told them, because they were like oh we don't want to be landlords and had to collect rent and I was like well what else are you going to do. Here we are preaching to all these building owners that they need to be doing something on their second and third floor, and what are we doing. We're sitting here. Oh that's true you know. So I said, well I already have the apartments I think mostly rented and they're like really you do? And I'm like well Amy our event coordinator and they're like oh that's nice she won't do anything bad. And then I said and one of my friends who's a police officer. And I was like well I better make good on that so I took off. I did take my friend through and it was like dead pigeons up there and you know just totally a mess on the upper floors. And I was like you could imagine living here, couldn't you? He's like Oh yeah totally. I mean he was kind of being sarcastic but he did move in, him and Amy each an apartment. So we renovated that, they were physically and mentally exhausted. I had an amazing board at the time and throwing water heaters out a second-floor window and you know repairing plaster and refinishing floors. M: How did you finance that part? B: That one we did it old school loan, we went to the bank. M: Because you had equity in the building. B: So at this point we had a loan on the farm on the post office. We took out a second loan. So what we did is we actually paid full price for everything, except for the demolition work, because we said we want this to be a true case so that we can go to other property owners and say, "OK we had a second and third floor. It was a hot mess; dead pigeons, falling plaster this is what it looked like, this is what we paid. Here's the return on the investment, it's there and it's a mid-range apartment. It's not crazy opulent and it's not scary gross. It's right in the middle. And here we have you know a young professional and a police officer living there and went over so well, huge. And then you know like a year later - a couple of, no it's been more than a year, we kind of had to take a breath after that because like I said we were physically mentally and moneywise exhausted. And so just kind of truck in, keep on doing your four-point approach and all the events that we do and all this craziness. And it's like hey we still have a building, a really cool building that's sitting vacant. Our cabin. And so we start to talk about, you know in the beginning of 2013 we had no, really no B&B's. There were like two left. We have a park and we have two hotels out on the highway like a Best Western and a Super 8 and we recently got our little downtown boutique hotel opened. But as far as for someone that wanted to stay in a unique kind of a B&B setting, we just didn't have a lot. So our tourism director was like you guys should do like lodging in there and we're like what. So I was like OK this kind of sounds cool. No kidding we totally funded that whole project. We furnished the cabin off of Facebook. M: Wow B: We put a call out and said hey we think we're gonna do this, what do you think? Anybody got a bed? And so a local furniture company donated a king bed and mattresses to us. And the reason we got it is their roof had leaked and there was like one brown spot on the corner of the mattress you know. And so here we have it, and then it just kind of all came and we ended up getting like hutches that were from like founders of the community. It's crazy. So we have been running the bed and breakfast in there since the latter half of 2013. And you know we caught bed tax just like our other lodging and resubmitted to the city for our you know bed, tax and tourism and yeah we're just, we're nuts. M: And that’s staffed I assume. B: Yes, when I started they were stretching the executive. When I started in 01 there was a full time executive director and a part-time bookkeeper admin. And then the chamber kind of poached him and said Okay well you can do both. So he was part time at downtown, part time at the Chamber which freed up some funds for them to hire me. And I come in as this Project Coordinator full time. So I guess we had one full time and two part-time and then over the years we have morphed and we're short one worker right now. But if we were full force we'd have four full time one part-time. M: And what happens if someone doesn't show up for work, calls in sick. Who goes and covers at the post office, who goes and makes the beds and does the laundry? B: So we have a cleaning lady that takes care of the cabin so that which we had to. Does the laundry and everything, but we all actually, I mean I know how to do everything over there so. And there has been a case you know when the cleaning lady is on vacation and I go over and I clean it and put it back together and get it ready for the person. Everybody in the office is cross-trained, so all of us can run the post office window. There is one likely, Anna works there full time, that's her thing. You know she's 40 hours up there but you know there is some downtime so she does Main Street stuff too as far as you know mailings, but that's her main goal. But yeah so we have a new event coordinator, Cassidy, and she's been here with us since April but she had to learn how to work at the post office. That's the hardest part. It's not like it's rocket science but it's just a lot to remember. M: A lot of details I would think and you can’t screw up. B: I will say at the end of the day the last line of defense if no one else is here, Bridgette has to come in. I mean and I will and I do it. And we're open, the post office is open on Saturdays from 8 to noon. M: Everybody kind of take a Saturday and rotate it a little bit? B: No, we have someone, one of our part-time people. We said that Saturdays was a definite like that’s what you need to be here. So it's not perfect and things don't always go right but it's just how we morphed and how we are today. M: That's so fascinating and I think that you know Red Wings Downtown Main Street has been around since 1996 I believe and it was just a downtown Corporation of you know businesses that would meet and they didn't have a clear structure and they, of course, weren't a part of the Main Street program because that didn't come in until about 2010-2012. So and we were one of the first communities in the Main Street program. So we've been around a long time. And one of the things I've been feeling is that it's time for some transformational projects, it's time to think bigger and think bolder. And of course with that comes risk and comes more investments and more creative solutions on those kinds of things and so it's really fun to hear where you are now and what your organization has decided to focus on. B: And there definitely were some risks. M: Absolutely. B: I mean we sort of had to stick our necks out and we could have failed. I mean we definitely could've failed. We've had some sort of a merchant's organization, they officially incorporated in 1973. And they mostly just did promotions. So you know I mean even before that they met, there was a merchants group that met but it was funny they incorporated in 1973 and they called themselves the Downtown Washington Shopping Center. Coincidentally the year before our first shopping center opened out on our main highways. So yeah I mean we never were a slipcovered shuttered downtown and we've always been able to you know remain. I mean there were definitely some desolate days and when the tumbleweeds are rolling, we're rolling down the streets. So we didn't have a lot of, I mean we definitely had buildings that are mucked up, but not as you know, I'm always like I'll never get that big reveal where they pull off the cover and voila there's this gorgeous structure. And one of my friends who has a lot of those in her town in, Chillicothe Missouri and she's like oh shut up. M: Yeah you don't necessarily want those. You know that's such a different hard problem you know and we all have. And I think Red Wing you know the same thing. I mean we have a couple of buildings that are bank owned, that are for sale, that are priced you know in my opinion way too high for the value that you get for those. And so, but they're not in, you know they're not boarded up, they're not vandalized they just are empty. So you know but then we have really some core businesses that have been around a long long time and of course there's the session planning issues with those as we go forward. But we've been lucky to not have a lot of the challenges that other towns have. Are you as a county seat? B: No, we're not. We are the largest town in the county but we are not the county seat, the town next to us is. M: OK we're a county seat and I think that that might have a little bit to do with the stability that we've had for our downtown. But it's just fascinating and I think there's so much to learn about thinking bigger. And do you think that it was, was it a board, was it at the board level that they were open to thinking bigger. Did you have to drag them along or were they willing participants? B: I think we, actually what's funny because we've had to tell the story so many times now. And then when we all sat around, Donovan Rypkema, was in not too long ago last year or so and he wanted to know how things happened and he talked to us individually. He's like, "whenever the main street directors are in the room they can't shut up."And it's true though he interviewed them and interviewed everybody kind of separately and it was funny because the story that they told, because me if I'm excited about something then I cannot, you never wonder what I'm thinking because it's all over my face, which can be good and bad. So I go in like I could, I vividly remember the post office because I wanted to do it and I thought how am I going to convince them to do this. You know I think they're going to be scared I'll get out.And so I went in there and I was literally I was so excited I was bouncing in my seat you know to tell them this is the plan and this is what we should do. And they went for it. And now as we look back and then they tell what they were thinking they were like, "well we didn't think we could do it, but you were so sure that we could do it that we said Okay let's try." You know so we were both faking each other into I’m pretty sure we can do it. M: Right, which is terrifying. B: It is because those board members signed on and personally guaranteed our loan. M: Oh gosh. B: That’s a big thing, that’s huge. And now we have you know, we own three structures. And so now we have equity and you know we secure our own loans. You know we have two loans still, one on the farmer's market and then one here on the post office still that we make monthly payments on that. We have a, we are only in one part of the post office. We rented the other part of the post office out to a financial planner. And so he pays us rents and that rent pays the mortgage. And the apartments you know over the farmer's market, that make us enough that brings in, pays the insurance and the mortgage. M: So are these revenue generators for you? B: Right now they're paying for themselves. M: Just breaking even then. B: Yes. But in a sense, we're not paying rent. M: Right, so you have some added benefits. B: So when we pay them off, they will be revenue generators. And the post office, I mean sorry, or the bed and breakfast, it’s called Gottfried's Cabin. I mean we’re not rolling in the dough but we were paying. With those logs, you can’t just turn the heat, have no AC and no heat. I mean so whether it was vacant or occupied, we had to keep the heat on. And so there was electric bills year round and gas bills and so that was, it was an expense no matter what. And so now it turns a profit. Like I said it's not huge but it's active. It's a part of the community, it's you know paying its dues as far as taxes and yeah. And it's really nice. You know our chamber loves us because of the other lodging it is sought after. We have quite a bit now. I mean with AirBnB and VRBO and all that nuttiness. I mean there's over, you know besides the hotels, the three hotels, there's 20-22 different properties collecting the bed tax now. But they're all you know a little reluctant to donate and sometimes you just need to be able to put a package together with a night's stay. So that's been the biggest thing. M: That’s great. B: You know I mean like we can let the cabin go for free and use it to promote the community as a whole. M: What a great, oh my gosh, it’s so inspiring. B: And if you had told us all that we were gonna be doing all this stuff you know from all the way. You know it's just by time. You know somebody looks at us now and they're probably like God you people are nuts or you know but it just came like I said little by little that it seemed like it was a good idea to do all this craziness. M: Well and that's usually what it does, it's you know it's not one big bite it's tiny little nibbles and all of a sudden you have a post office, a B&B and a farmer's market and you're managing all of that. And you know I think it's, does it ever feel like you have gotten away from the mission or does it feel like you've just absolutely wrapped those up and put them and made them a part of the mission. B: I think that we've made them a part of the mission we did start. Before I came here, they had lost their 501C3 status in like 98 or 97, and they didn't know that what they were doing was wrong. They were kind of acting like a chamber of commerce offering benefits for membership, and you know that's not how a C3 is supposed to function. And it was actually a volunteer that had gotten disgruntled that turned them in. M: Oh no. B: Yeah so we functioned as a C6 for so long that we actually formed our own, we asked about going backwards and like trying to revert back to a C3 and the IRS is like no, you’re better off just starting a new one and so we did. So in 2006, we started our Historic Washington Foundation and how you get to be on that Board of Directors, one of the requirements is that you have to be, you have to have been president of the Main Street Board. M: Oh wow. B: So yeah, I do have in a sense I guess, two boards. I mean I work for the Main Street Program Downtown Washington Incorporated, but we do, I essentially serve as staff for our foundation as well. So they are two separate entities, file separate tax returns, two separate board of directors, but they meet together and so it’s definitely, I guess for us we view it as one and for the outside world, they view it as two just legally. And so I have to say having the flexibility of choosing who I want to be in the moment, a C3 or a C6 has been great too. Like we definitely haven’t, we’re not perfect, we screw things up. Things don’t go right, you think it’s going to go one way and it goes another and we worry. Especially, I worry, I don’t want this to sound jerky or anything, but I’m willing to do all of this and one day when I leave, is someone else going to for the pay? And that’s a concern and so I was, I thought I was going to be forever single and I actually ended up meeting my husband late in life, I mean I was 35 when I met him. So we met in 2012 and I started to use all my time and it was like a little growing pain for my board and stuff. And it’s like well she’s not there, and it’s like well yeah, I’m actually using my vacation time, shocking I know, isn’t it? M: I’m working only 8 hours in 1 day. B: So I do talk about that a lot like you know, I’ve been able to do a lot of consulting that I absolutely adore and so I’ve gotten to go to Michigan and I’m headed to Louisiana this month, and Oklahoma and Illinois. And I just absolutely adored every little consulting gig that I’ve gotten in Florida and stuff. That’s what I say, we’re not perfect we do a lot of really cool things, but there are things that we need to do better. The work is never done. After we won GAMSA everybody is like what’s next? I hate that when they do that, it’s like what are you going to do to top yourself. Like god, just running the organization, isn’t that enough. It’s a lot of work. M: But we do it to ourselves more than anyone else does it. B: Oh yes. It’s like what are you adding, I’m like nothing. M: I just need to take a breath. B: We cannot add one more thing. Everyone is like, you should do this event. I’m like no we’re done. That’s another thing that we, in the past must have gotten in trouble for, you know having that nice diverse mix of funding. Well, one of the reasons that we didn’t make that accreditation back in 06 was because like 75% of our budget came from special events, weather dependent special events. M: Not sustainable, you can’t count on that. If you have a bad year, it rains out, you have to lay somebody off. B: You’re in trouble. So that’s one of our things that when we get reviewed they check that and so far we’ve been very good about getting it down. But you know for all the really cool amazing things we’ve done, we still screw up and we don’t do things right all the time and you know that’s a beautiful thing about being in a non-profit working with a bunch of volunteers. And then the next board comes in and you’re like ok what are you guys going to focus on and what are we going to do. It’s been amazing because it’s always different. There are things that you know, wear me down and I think that sometimes the thing that’s going to make me eventually leave is, well number one, they could use some fresh ideas. You know you do get set in your ways the longer you’re at a place. But the one thing about that is that so many Main Streets, like the average, is like 3 years or something like that. It’s hard, that’s hard to get momentum. That’s like the one thing I think about me being here so long is that there is a comfort level. M: It’s easier to take those kinds of risks if you know the person is going to be around to fix it if it doesn’t work. Or even if it doesn’t work, there are risks to running a B&B, there are risks to running a post office. There’s just even over the initial hump of the investment and renovations. Now all of a sudden you have multiple businesses that are happening that somebody has to know how to run and know how to problem solve. And you’re not leaving, but I also think that as Main Street Directors we can sometimes do a big disservice to our organizations by providing, too much isn’t the right word, but not a realistic workload. Where all of a sudden in order to replace you they have to hire 3 people than the business model is broken. You can’t leave until all the loans are paid off because they're going to need that money. B: I’m always saying yeah I’m going to finally leave and all these loans are going to get paid off and we’re going to be freaking rolling in the dough. M: Yeah and why would you leave then, that’s easy. I mean what the heck? And there’s a certain something about the Main Street directors that I have met where I don’t think there’s a single person doing it because they’re getting rich, not monetarily anyway. It’s a passion. B: It’s a career, it’s a passion. God, it’s different every day. M: Right, good and bad. B: I mean I would say the one thing that I do feel like I’m doing worse at as time goes on is the grumpy merchant. M: The negative nellies. And I’ve only been in this position for about two years and when I first started I thought, I’m going to convert all those grumpy folks. B: When one leaves another one takes their place. M: Yeah, and what I’ve started doing is, I don’t know if this is the right answer or not, but every time someone complains I ask what committee they want to be on. And it typically does the job of you can’t complain if you’re not a part of the solution, but it just gets tiring. B: It does. M: When you’re working more than you’re supposed to be getting paid for. B: That is the really cool thing about having a state director that has actually been one of us, is that she does get that and so while she doesn’t want us to sit down and just have, excuse my language, a bitch fest. But sometimes we just need to say it in a safe space and get it off our chest. It’s so funny, we have training that you know the state puts on and we go and we attend and once a year she brings in some kind of like a positive speaker, basically, we feel like she’s bringing a psychiatrist because we feel like she thinks we’re one step from the looney bin. But it’s funny, I mean we’ll end up laughing and crying and it’s good because you build a support network so you can call someone that’s around the state and still understands how your state works and everything but it’s a safe person to be like if I have one more merchant. M: Yeah and I think it’s so important to know that there’s nothing, there’s sometimes nothing you can do to change a situation. You can give them, that merchant or that community member, that volunteer the world and it’s still not going to satisfy them and you just need someone to tell you that that’s ok and it’s not your fault and you didn’t do anything wrong and to move on and to focus on the hundred other people who love what you’re doing and value it. But it’s so easy to get focused on that negative person or that negative situation. And I suppose the longer you’re in this kind of a position, you have that kind of wisdom of knowing that, but it also adds up. I mean there’s kind of two sides to it like intellectually you can know that some people are just going to complain, but on the other side, you can think, well that isn’t how I want my Main Street to be. I want my Main Street to be one happy family that gets along and supports each other and everyone is on the same page, but that isn’t necessarily realistic. So it’s good to have those others, at least for me too, in Minnesota, to have those other Main Streeters. I just can’t say enough about how important that is. To keep our sanity. B: Yes, that is definitely it. Am I crazy am I not crazy? Oh, you have that too? M: Well it’s just been such a pleasure to talk to you! Is there anything else you want to make sure we talk about, or that you wanted to make sure that the people know about your town. Edit out 40:46 to 40:51 B: Well I mean, we are, I’ll just give you a little spiel in town a little bit. But yeah, we’re about 45 minutes west of St. Louis on the Missouri river. Founded you know folks in the area, in the late 1700’s early 1800’s here. But we were officially founded as a community in 1839 by Lucinda Owens. M: A woman? B: Yes, a woman. We were supposed to be founded a few years earlier but her husband was shot in the back while on his way over to the county seat to formulate. So he had to sign the paperwork, so we were founded by a woman. No photo, of course, exists of her, plenty of her male relatives but not of her. Her house is still in downtown so that’s really exciting that we still have that right outside of our downtown district. Right over Missouri river so we do enjoy being near the water. We actually just got our brand new bridge, a $16 million project. Our big tourism draw, we’re in the heart of wine country so within an hour of Washington there’s something like 36 wineries. Actually, there’s more than that. Within a half an hour there’s 36 and within an hour of Washington, there are 68 wineries. We certainly enjoy our beverages of all kind here, goes well with our German heritage. So that is definitely something you’ll see at our festivals, it’s celebrating that German heritage. While we have children’s festivals, we do have plenty of adult festivals where we partake in beverages. M: Well you have to have a balance. B: It’s a good balance, yes. It’s definitely something that we enjoy. And my biggest piece of advice I think from being in this so long is go to training. And go to trainings more than with just the one staff person. Find a way to excite your board members and your volunteers and get them to go. We do not pay for our board members to attend training. M: They pay themselves? B: They pay themselves and I was very lucky, early on I got to go to D.C. for two years for a couple of weeks to do the certified Main Street Manager and that was unbelievable. We did not have the money for me to do that, a travel agent donated my airfare one year. A board member used the miles on his credit card another year to fly me there. Another board member used their credit card points to get my hotel room. The rotary and alliance paid for my hotel stay the second year. So really, just don’t be afraid to do crazy things to piece it all together. Where there is a will, there is a way. And if you’re excited about something, can share that enthusiasm, it is infectious. It has been huge for us to be partners, equal partners, with our city and our chamber. We’re not in competition with them, we’re working together to make a better community. And as long as you remember and as long as you can get comfortable with not having to be the one that gets credit, you’re going to go a really far way. It will give you a lot of longevity. You know, it's not always perfect but we try really hard. One of the things that we do is that our city administrator, our chamber exec and myself, we meet once a month over beverages and we’re just friends. There’s so much time that you’re spending together to make your community a great place, why not have a great friendship out of it. And I know that’s not going to happen for everyone, but just remember, you never know what kind of a day someone’s had. Being that positive person, smiling and pushing through, it can really go a long way. M: I think it helps to have those people. They know firsthand the challenges that you’re facing. B: Yeah and they know the same people probably. M: Yeah and a lot of times there’s somebody in our community, there was a city council person that was not a fan of Downtown Main Street for a while. Then he turned his sights on one of the other organizations and I was like yeah, sorry but that too shall pass. He’s one vote so it’s just nice to have that camaraderie when things are though. It’s almost more important than when things are good. It’s easy to have a good relationship when things are good. B: Agreed, yeah I totally agree. Just dig into the other resources. I get these great emails, I think her name is Joan Garry, and I actually printed out something on one of the emails she sent and it’s taped right next to my desk. And it’s called the 8 habits of a highly effective non-profit leader and I just love them because sometimes I just have to look at them like yeah yeah. One is to ask for help. Two is to talk less, listen more. Number three is exude passion, number four is ask really good questions. Number five is touch the work, be the work. Number six is get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Number seven is apologize more often, even if it’s not your fault, I added the even if it’s not your fault. M: Yeah that’s tough. B: Number eight is to be joyful and she added the ninth one which is sharpen the saw. Which really is, go to training be around people like you. Even the national conference, sometimes if nothing else, even if you don’t go to the classes, you should go to the classes, but even if you don’t, just being around your people is huge. M: Right, that’s why I love the conferences because you are around people that love their communities, they love people, they love history and it’s my people. And that’s why I wanted to do this podcast too because I can’t be the only one, wondering how everyone else is doing it. How are they staying positive and making big changes and little changes and having influence in their communities and facing burnout and working through it? So that’s why I thought I love these people, they’re the most fun and they’re the most accepting people and I just think we’re so lucky to work around people who believe in their community. And community I think that translates to the main street program. B: It does and I think your mentors come from all over. When I started, my National Main Street person was Sheri Stuart, who is now the State Coordinator for Oregon, and she always told me that she believed in me and that was huge. It was huge. So when we won GAMSA in 2012 I had to let her know that I am who I am today as an Executive Director because of Gayla Rosen and Sheri Stuart. Our state person now is Norma and she is a rockstar, I mean she supports us in every aspect. She was, again I think this is important, same with Sheri, same with Gayla, they were Main Street Executive Directors. And I think that’s a huge piece and Kathy La Plante, I adore all these women and that’s really a big part of, I think, where I am today and having those wonderful influences and knowing where to go and find them. M: Well those relationships and knowing that you have people that have your back, that can help you get out of a sticky situation if you find yourself in one, I think helps you take bigger risks. Because you know that you’re not alone, and even if, let’s say one of your projects would have flopped, that wouldn’t have changed how they feel about you. That’s in and of itself a lesson. So having those people behind you and nurturing those relationships, I think, makes it so much easier to take risks. I know that if I have a crazy idea I call one of the main street other coordinators, or managers or executive directors and then we talk about it. And then I talk to the Minnesota coordinator and it helps you think everything through so much better and it’s a better idea by the time you get it to the community or to the board or whatever. You just have so many more resources. B: That’s what I think about Main Street, it’s a beta copy and probably you are not having an original idea and someone has tried it before so learn from their successes. M: I don’t know anybody that owns a post office Debora Jet. I love it! B: I don’t know of any. M: That’s pretty special. B: Yeah pretty stupid one. M: I am not judging. This has been so fun and I am so glad we got the chance to talk and that you’re out there and that you’re working hard. Your years of experience, obviously, are invaluable to those of us who are still new to this. I can’t wait to meet you, I will be at the conference in Seattle. B: Oh great! Did you go to Kansas City? M: I went to Kansas City, I was really sick. I took one of the classes there so it’s all kind of a blur, but I’m hoping that Seattle I’m going to make the most of Seattle and make up for lost time.   B: Well cool, I will definitely be there. I’m going and like I said I’m going to Louisiana for training, I’m doing promotions for them later on in the month so I will definitely mention your podcast, see if I can get you some more listeners. M: Well thank you, I really appreciate it and I’d like to include if you have a website or any personal information about your consulting and include that too if that’s something that you want to do. B: I don’t have a website for that, I just kind of get asked by Norma or Kathy or Gayla says, oh you need to talk to this person, and so that’s like how I got the Florida and the Oklahoma gig. M: We’ll make sure to include your email so people can get a hold of you for that too and I can’t wait to see pictures of your post office, your B&B and the pavilion. We’ll include all that in the show information on the website so that people can see what we’re talking about and it’s truly inspirational. So thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me today and I look forward to meeting you in person soon.  

Download MP3 2年半にわたりお届けしてまいりました「文化警察24時」も、今回で最終回となりました。2016年6月の第1回で登場した二人が、すべてのエピソードを聞き終わった今、お気に入りの回について振り返ります。 来年は新しいシリーズが始まります。こちらの方も乞うご期待！Culture Cops (29): The Finale W: Hey! I just wanted to thank you for recommending that I listen to "Culture Cops." It was so cool and I learned a lot. Now I just can't wait to do some traveling of my own! M: Yeah the show really makes you want to go on a trip, doesn't it? I loved how it taught you so much about different cultures too. What was your favorite episode? W: Good question. Maybe the one about not bringing your Bible to the Maldives? I don't know, I really liked them all, but I thought that one was pretty funny. M: Oh yeah that was a good one! I don't think I have a favorite. They were all good. W: I just don't know what to do with my life now. M: What do you mean? W: Well, I just finished listening to the full series, and now I don't know what to do next. M: Ha ha. First World problems, am I right? (Written by Matteen Aminpour)

Download MP3 2年半にわたりお届けしてまいりました「文化警察24時」も、今回で最終回となりました。2016年6月の第1回で登場した二人が、すべてのエピソードを聞き終わった今、お気に入りの回について振り返ります。 来年は新しいシリーズが始まります。こちらの方も乞うご期待！Culture Cops (29): The Finale W: Hey! I just wanted to thank you for recommending that I listen to "Culture Cops." It was so cool and I learned a lot. Now I just can't wait to do some traveling of my own! M: Yeah the show really makes you want to go on a trip, doesn't it? I loved how it taught you so much about different cultures too. What was your favorite episode? W: Good question. Maybe the one about not bringing your Bible to the Maldives? I don't know, I really liked them all, but I thought that one was pretty funny. M: Oh yeah that was a good one! I don't think I have a favorite. They were all good. W: I just don't know what to do with my life now. M: What do you mean? W: Well, I just finished listening to the full series, and now I don't know what to do next. M: Ha ha. First World problems, am I right? (Written by Matteen Aminpour)

Download MP3 Happy Halloween! 明日はいよいよハロウィン。そんな中、広島大学に突如ゾンビの軍団が出現！！逃げまどうサラとタケルの運命は…？ 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） (a) herd 群れ why on earth いったいどうして a bunch of たくさんの frickin' いまいましい ※いわゆるf-wordの婉曲表現 barricade the door ドアを封鎖する secure the food and water supplies 食料と水を確保する get caught in between 間に挟まれ（て逃げられなくな）る pass out 気絶する feel sorry for を気の毒に思う chicken 臆病者 manage to do 何とか〜する (a) coincidence 偶然の一致 who turned Megumi in to "our people" 誰がメグミを「我々の仲間」に引き渡したか lure おびき出す Just succumb to your fate! さあ、運命に屈するのです！ *** Script *** Halloween: Saijo Zombie Apocalypse M: Sarah, run fast! The *herd of zombies is slowly approaching towards Youme Town. We have to get there as quick as possible! W: Takeru, wait for me please! I don't know *why on earth Saijo is filled with *a bunch of zombies! Tell me this is a dream! M: Hey, I'm shocked too! Suddenly, the area was full of *frickin' zombies! W: Why are we running to Youme Town? Aren't there other options? M: It's the only strong, accessible building in this area. We have to go there and *barricade the door so the zombies can't come inside. It's also important *to secure the food and water supplies! W: I see. Well, thank you for saving me, Takeru! M: Hey, you're welcome! I felt so relieved that you were one of the survivors. By the way, why were you lying in the middle of the farm field behind Youme Town? You're lucky that the zombies didn't come that far! W: Well, I and my friend, Megumi, were escaping from the zombie herd in the university, and she *got caught in between. I was so scared that I *passed out. I *felt so sorry for her! I'm a *chicken! M: Don't blame yourself!… Well, finally, we've reached Youme Town! Let's barricade the door! (sound of door closing) Good! THAT should keep them out. W: Yep…the zombies can NEVER come in here. Ha ha ha! M: What do you mean? By the way, how did you *manage to pass out near my house? That was quite *a coincidence… Hey, let's check whether there are more survivors in this building! W: Um, do you want to know who *turned Megumi in to "our people"? M: What are you talking about? Um… Don't tell me… W: Yes, ha ha! I'm the Queen of the Zombies. It was all MY strategy to *lure you! Ha ha! Now, just *succumb to your fate! It's not going to be too painful! Ha ha ha! M: NO!!! Ah! (Written by Kyoung Jo)

Download MP3 Happy Halloween! 明日はいよいよハロウィン。そんな中、広島大学に突如ゾンビの軍団が出現！！逃げまどうサラとタケルの運命は…？ 　 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） (a) herd 群れ why on earth いったいどうして a bunch of たくさんの frickin' いまいましい ※いわゆるf-wordの婉曲表現 barricade the door ドアを封鎖する secure the food and water supplies 食料と水を確保する get caught in between 間に挟まれ（て逃げられなくな）る pass out 気絶する feel sorry for を気の毒に思う chicken 臆病者 manage to do 何とか〜する (a) coincidence 偶然の一致 who turned Megumi in to "our people" 誰がメグミを「我々の仲間」に引き渡したか lure おびき出す Just succumb to your fate! さあ、運命に屈するのです！ *** Script *** Halloween: Saijo Zombie Apocalypse M: Sarah, run fast! The *herd of zombies is slowly approaching towards Youme Town. We have to get there as quick as possible! W: Takeru, wait for me please! I don't know *why on earth Saijo is filled with *a bunch of zombies! Tell me this is a dream! M: Hey, I'm shocked too! Suddenly, the area was full of *frickin' zombies! W: Why are we running to Youme Town? Aren't there other options? M: It's the only strong, accessible building in this area. We have to go there and *barricade the door so the zombies can't come inside. It's also important *to secure the food and water supplies! W: I see. Well, thank you for saving me, Takeru! M: Hey, you're welcome! I felt so relieved that you were one of the survivors. By the way, why were you lying in the middle of the farm field behind Youme Town? You're lucky that the zombies didn't come that far! W: Well, I and my friend, Megumi, were escaping from the zombie herd in the university, and she *got caught in between. I was so scared that I *passed out. I *felt so sorry for her! I'm a *chicken! M: Don't blame yourself!… Well, finally, we've reached Youme Town! Let's barricade the door! (sound of door closing) Good! THAT should keep them out. W: Yep…the zombies can NEVER come in here. Ha ha ha! M: What do you mean? By the way, how did you *manage to pass out near my house? That was quite *a coincidence… Hey, let's check whether there are more survivors in this building! W: Um, do you want to know who *turned Megumi in to "our people"? M: What are you talking about? Um… Don't tell me… W: Yes, ha ha! I'm the Queen of the Zombies. It was all MY strategy to *lure you! Ha ha! Now, just *succumb to your fate! It's not going to be too painful! Ha ha ha! M: NO!!! Ah! (Written by Kyoung Jo)

Download MP3 最近いろいろとさえないという女性。朝、ジムに行く途中に彼女の身に起こった出来事とは…？以前、Life Is Tough for Menというエピソードをお届けしましたが、男も女もつらいのです…。 　*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） (I'm) not (going to) let anything get me down. 何事にも落ち込んだりしない ※「何事も私を落ち込ませたりはしない」 the Student Plaza 学生プラザ（広島大学内の施設） ※番組中で説明されているtheの用法がポイント。 bruise(s) 打ち傷、打撲 I was bleeding internally. 体内で出血していた (to) skip （日々やっていることを）1回飛ばす、サボる treadmill ルームランナー 〜, I reckon? 〜だと思うんだけど？ And WHAT actually did you hurt? それで本当のところ、一体どこを傷つけたの？ (to) have a crush on〜 （人）に熱を上げる、一目惚れする clingy くっついて離れない *** Script *** Life Is Tough for Girls, Too W: I don't know what's wrong with me these days. M: What happened? W: This morning I told myself I'm going to try and be happy and not let anything *get me down. A few minutes later, I fell! M: What? How? Where did you fall? W: Right across from *the Student Plaza when I was about to go left. Ha ha. To think: I was on the way to the gym! M: Were you hurt? Any *bruises? W: Yeah. I think I was *bleeding internally. M: That's terrible! Are you OK now? Does it hurt? W: A bit. M: You didn't go to the gym after that, right? I mean you went to the health office to get it treated, yes? W: Of course I went to the gym! Who do you think I am? *Skipping my gym routine because of a little pain? Pfft. I even ran on the *treadmill for an hour! M: Hey, you said you were bleeding internally. That's something more serious than a bruise, I *reckon?! W: Well, nothing to worry about. Surprisingly, gym is medicine. I'm fine now. M: I've never heard of such a thing. Hey, can we make this clear? You fell? And WHAT actually did you *hurt? W: My heart, friend! I saw the guy I *had a crush on for months. He was with another girl! They both looked all *clingy and sweet together! I just couldn't take it, so I went exercising! M: Ah! Why did we have this conversation? (Written by Bea Jianne Roque)

Download MP3 最近いろいろとさえないという女性。朝、ジムに行く途中に彼女の身に起こった出来事とは…？以前、Life Is Tough for Menというエピソードをお届けしましたが、男も女もつらいのです…。 　*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） (I'm) not (going to) let anything get me down. 何事にも落ち込んだりしない ※「何事も私を落ち込ませたりはしない」 the Student Plaza 学生プラザ（広島大学内の施設） ※番組中で説明されているtheの用法がポイント。 bruise(s) 打ち傷、打撲 I was bleeding internally. 体内で出血していた (to) skip （日々やっていることを）1回飛ばす、サボる treadmill ルームランナー 〜, I reckon? 〜だと思うんだけど？ And WHAT actually did you hurt? それで本当のところ、一体どこを傷つけたの？ (to) have a crush on〜 （人）に熱を上げる、一目惚れする clingy くっついて離れない *** Script *** Life Is Tough for Girls, Too W: I don't know what's wrong with me these days. M: What happened? W: This morning I told myself I'm going to try and be happy and not let anything *get me down. A few minutes later, I fell! M: What? How? Where did you fall? W: Right across from *the Student Plaza when I was about to go left. Ha ha. To think: I was on the way to the gym! M: Were you hurt? Any *bruises? W: Yeah. I think I was *bleeding internally. M: That's terrible! Are you OK now? Does it hurt? W: A bit. M: You didn't go to the gym after that, right? I mean you went to the health office to get it treated, yes? W: Of course I went to the gym! Who do you think I am? *Skipping my gym routine because of a little pain? Pfft. I even ran on the *treadmill for an hour! M: Hey, you said you were bleeding internally. That's something more serious than a bruise, I *reckon?! W: Well, nothing to worry about. Surprisingly, gym is medicine. I'm fine now. M: I've never heard of such a thing. Hey, can we make this clear? You fell? And WHAT actually did you *hurt? W: My heart, friend! I saw the guy I *had a crush on for months. He was with another girl! They both looked all *clingy and sweet together! I just couldn't take it, so I went exercising! M: Ah! Why did we have this conversation? (Written by Bea Jianne Roque)

Download MP3 ８月の４週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この10年間に配信した310本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。最終回となる今回は、ことばにまつわるエピソードを集めました。*** Script *** [ (210) Tongue Twisters ] F: Boy, this food line is pretty long. Hey, I have a magazine on me. You can read it while we wait. M: OK. Hmm… looks like a kid's magazine… Hmm, yeah. (Mumbling quickly to himself.) Peter Piper picked a pick… hmmm. A peck of pickled peppers. Peter piper picked a peck of peckled… GAhhh! F: Michihiro… what are you doing? What are you muttering about? M: I don't understand what on Earth this magazine is talking about. First, it was talking about seashells, then a woodchuck, and now pickles! F: Oh, those are different sets of tongue twisters, Michihiro. M: Tongue twisters? What are those? F: I'm pretty sure most languages have them. It's a game to see if you can say or repeat a short funny phrase without messing it up. M: Oh, I DO know those! These ones are hard though. F: They're fun. Here, I'll read one for you. “How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?” M: Wow! That's amazing. Hey, do the seashell one! F: OK. “She sells seashells by the seashore.” M: Hey, you're so good at this. I can't do any of them! F: You were just speaking too fast! Here, try reading this one SLOWLY. M: OK. “Peter piper picked a pick”... bleh! F: Try going slower, Michihiro! Here, I'll say it once for you. “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers” M: OK. “Peter Piper picked a peck of peckled pippers” F: (laughing) I guess you just need to practice. M: I give up! Forget it! F: Oh, it's our turn to order? Oh, do you want any pickles or peppers on your food, Michihiro? M: NO! NO MORE PEPPERS AND NO MORE PICKLED THINGS! [ (273) English Slang (2) ] W: As I was saying, most English slang words have a positive and negative connotation, regardless of their true meaning. Take, for instance, the word "bad." It normally means "not good." However, when we use "bad" as a slang term, it can mean "good" or "awesome!" M: Ah! You're right! Like, if your friend asks you how the concert you attended last weekend was, you can reply by saying: "Oh my gosh, dude. It was so bad!", leaving the connotation that the concert was actually great. Or, you could say, "So bad, I wanted to leave early," letting your friend know that the concert was awful. W: Exactly! M: That's so difficult! Opposite meanings! Japanese students of English must really get frustrated. I'm not sure if I could ever learn something that difficult. W: I think the key to mastering slang is listening to the context. The tone of the other person's voice will probably let you know how they feel. M: What if it's in writing? W: Now THAT'S a good question. I guess when I'm texting my friends I just know what they're slang means, I don't really have to think about it too much because I grew up speaking the same language as them. M: Yeah, I guess you're right. Must be the same scenario as how I have to look up every Japanese LINE message I receive. I'm not a native Japanese speaker, so I never know what words are important and what words aren't. W: Well, the more you practice the better you'll get! M: I guess you're right. But gosh, all the practicing just makes me sick. It's so bad. W: Ha ha. English slang must be awful for non-native speakers. M: I'm sure it is, but once they understand it, it sounds pretty sick! [ (281) Strange Idioms (1) ] M: Charlotte, do you eat bugs in England? W: No way! What made you ask that? M: Well, I heard Betty saying she ate butterflies the other day. W: She said she ate them? That's weird! … Oh, I think I know! Did she say, by chance, that she had butterflies in her stomach? M: Yeah, I think that was it! W: Ha ha! Well, that doesn't mean she actually has butterflies in her stomach! It's an idiom. It's pretty common. It just means that she's nervous. M: Oh, that makes more sense! So, it didn't actually have anything to do with bugs? W: No, it's just a saying. You know: when you're nervous, and your stomach feels funny, like there's something moving inside it! M: Ah! So she felt like she had little butterflies trapped in her stomach? Because she was nervous? W: Yep, that's right! It's quite a funny thing to hear if you don't know what it actually means, isn't it? M: Yeah, I was really confused! W: Do you have any similar expressions in Japanese? M: Well, when you really want something so bad, you can say: "nodo kara te ga deru" W: Does that mean you have a hand coming out of your mouth? M: Yes, that's right! W: That IS so weird! What a strange image! M: Ha ha. Now that I think about it, it IS quite weird! Not something you'd actually want to see in real life. Are there any other interesting English idioms you can think of? [ (282) Strange Idioms (2) ] M: So, are there any other interesting English idioms you can think of? W: Well, you can say someone is "losing their touch." M: Losing their touch? … So, they can't feel things anymore? W: Maybe originally that's what it meant. But nowadays, if you say "I'm losing my touch" it means I used to be good at something, but recently I can't do it that well anymore. So, for example, you play basketball right? M: Yeah, that's right. So if, one day, I start to play worse than usual, I can say I'm losing my touch? W: Yeah, that would be perfect! … Oh, another good one is "to stab someone in the back." M. Ah! To kill someone with a knife? W: Yeah, but here, to stab someone in the back means to betray someone. M: To betray someone … Oh, it's the same in Japanese! To betray someone is "uragiru", which would probably translate to something like cutting someone in the back! W: Yeah that sounds like stabbing someone in the back! Wow, I wonder how the English and the Japanese got to be the same.

Download MP3 ８月の４週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この10年間に配信した310本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。最終回となる今回は、ことばにまつわるエピソードを集めました。*** Script *** [ (210) Tongue Twisters ] F: Boy, this food line is pretty long. Hey, I have a magazine on me. You can read it while we wait. M: OK. Hmm… looks like a kid's magazine… Hmm, yeah. (Mumbling quickly to himself.) Peter Piper picked a pick… hmmm. A peck of pickled peppers. Peter piper picked a peck of peckled… GAhhh! F: Michihiro… what are you doing? What are you muttering about? M: I don't understand what on Earth this magazine is talking about. First, it was talking about seashells, then a woodchuck, and now pickles! F: Oh, those are different sets of tongue twisters, Michihiro. M: Tongue twisters? What are those? F: I'm pretty sure most languages have them. It's a game to see if you can say or repeat a short funny phrase without messing it up. M: Oh, I DO know those! These ones are hard though. F: They're fun. Here, I'll read one for you. “How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?” M: Wow! That's amazing. Hey, do the seashell one! F: OK. “She sells seashells by the seashore.” M: Hey, you're so good at this. I can't do any of them! F: You were just speaking too fast! Here, try reading this one SLOWLY. M: OK. “Peter piper picked a pick”... bleh! F: Try going slower, Michihiro! Here, I'll say it once for you. “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers” M: OK. “Peter Piper picked a peck of peckled pippers” F: (laughing) I guess you just need to practice. M: I give up! Forget it! F: Oh, it's our turn to order? Oh, do you want any pickles or peppers on your food, Michihiro? M: NO! NO MORE PEPPERS AND NO MORE PICKLED THINGS! [ (273) English Slang (2) ] W: As I was saying, most English slang words have a positive and negative connotation, regardless of their true meaning. Take, for instance, the word "bad." It normally means "not good." However, when we use "bad" as a slang term, it can mean "good" or "awesome!" M: Ah! You're right! Like, if your friend asks you how the concert you attended last weekend was, you can reply by saying: "Oh my gosh, dude. It was so bad!", leaving the connotation that the concert was actually great. Or, you could say, "So bad, I wanted to leave early," letting your friend know that the concert was awful. W: Exactly! M: That's so difficult! Opposite meanings! Japanese students of English must really get frustrated. I'm not sure if I could ever learn something that difficult. W: I think the key to mastering slang is listening to the context. The tone of the other person's voice will probably let you know how they feel. M: What if it's in writing? W: Now THAT'S a good question. I guess when I'm texting my friends I just know what they're slang means, I don't really have to think about it too much because I grew up speaking the same language as them. M: Yeah, I guess you're right. Must be the same scenario as how I have to look up every Japanese LINE message I receive. I'm not a native Japanese speaker, so I never know what words are important and what words aren't. W: Well, the more you practice the better you'll get! M: I guess you're right. But gosh, all the practicing just makes me sick. It's so bad. W: Ha ha. English slang must be awful for non-native speakers. M: I'm sure it is, but once they understand it, it sounds pretty sick! [ (281) Strange Idioms (1) ] M: Charlotte, do you eat bugs in England? W: No way! What made you ask that? M: Well, I heard Betty saying she ate butterflies the other day. W: She said she ate them? That's weird! … Oh, I think I know! Did she say, by chance, that she had butterflies in her stomach? M: Yeah, I think that was it! W: Ha ha! Well, that doesn't mean she actually has butterflies in her stomach! It's an idiom. It's pretty common. It just means that she's nervous. M: Oh, that makes more sense! So, it didn't actually have anything to do with bugs? W: No, it's just a saying. You know: when you're nervous, and your stomach feels funny, like there's something moving inside it! M: Ah! So she felt like she had little butterflies trapped in her stomach? Because she was nervous? W: Yep, that's right! It's quite a funny thing to hear if you don't know what it actually means, isn't it? M: Yeah, I was really confused! W: Do you have any similar expressions in Japanese? M: Well, when you really want something so bad, you can say: "nodo kara te ga deru" W: Does that mean you have a hand coming out of your mouth? M: Yes, that's right! W: That IS so weird! What a strange image! M: Ha ha. Now that I think about it, it IS quite weird! Not something you'd actually want to see in real life. Are there any other interesting English idioms you can think of? [ (282) Strange Idioms (2) ] M: So, are there any other interesting English idioms you can think of? W: Well, you can say someone is "losing their touch." M: Losing their touch? … So, they can't feel things anymore? W: Maybe originally that's what it meant. But nowadays, if you say "I'm losing my touch" it means I used to be good at something, but recently I can't do it that well anymore. So, for example, you play basketball right? M: Yeah, that's right. So if, one day, I start to play worse than usual, I can say I'm losing my touch? W: Yeah, that would be perfect! … Oh, another good one is "to stab someone in the back." M. Ah! To kill someone with a knife? W: Yeah, but here, to stab someone in the back means to betray someone. M: To betray someone … Oh, it's the same in Japanese! To betray someone is "uragiru", which would probably translate to something like cutting someone in the back! W: Yeah that sounds like stabbing someone in the back! Wow, I wonder how the English and the Japanese got to be the same.

Download MP3 ８月の４週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この10年間に配信した310本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。今回は、外国の文化にかんするエピソードを集めました。*** Script *** [ (280) Wedding Presents ] W: Hey! Are you ready for the wedding next week? It's your first time ever to go to a wedding in New Zealand, right? M: Yeah. But I don't know how I'm going to afford it; I've spent so much money since I came to New Zealand. W: What do you mean? M: Well, John, the groom, and I have become really good friends since, so I just don't know how I'm going to afford "the oiwai." W: "The oiwai? What's that? M: The wedding money. I think for John something around 30,000 yen would be suitable. W: Oh! I see! So in Japan, the 'wedding gift' is a gift of money, the amount for which is determined by your relationship to the couple? M: Yeah, isn't that not what you do here? W: Generally not. Usually guests give a wedding gift, something that they think the couple would like, or that symbolises their new life together, or maybe something that they will need and can use when they move in together. M: What did you get for them? W: Well, I pre-booked a couples spa treatment for them. M: Hmm… What should I get them? W: YOU DONT HAVE ANYTHING YET? M: No… W: Ugh, grab your coat! M: Why? W: I NEED TO TAKE YOU SHOPPING! [ (286) A Fun Way to Eat in the Philippines ] Situation: Alex does Skype with Mami, who's in the Philippines M: Hey, Mami! It's been a while. How are ya? How's the Philippines? W: Hey, Alex. Nice to hear from you! I'm trying to get used to the dorm life here, but so far so good! The food is great, too. I just learned how to eat with my hands! M: You eat with your hands? What? Why? W: Well, they said it makes the food taste better. M: Really? W: Yeah! At first I didn't believe it either, but, as it turns out, it's actually true! M: Well, that's a funny way to start your story, but go on. How's life there? W: Last week, we had "a boodle fight." There was rice, meat, fish, and vegetables laid on giant banana leaves over a long table. Everybody gathered around the table to basically chow down and devour everything in sight! M: Really?! Wow. Just to confirm, you DID wash your hands before doing that, yes? W: Well, of course, duh--. They taught me well. Oh, and you know what else I found out? There were no utensils, nor were there any plates to wash after that. Literally, all the food was wiped out, and we dormers were stuffed. Eating with hands is apparently very practical. Kinda weird, but practical! M: If I were there, I would've used my hands to stuff my food containers, too, not just my belly. Ha ha. Perfect for breakfast the next morning. Now THAT'S practical! W: That IS actually a good idea, if you aren't too caught up in the people beside you getting all the good bits first. M: So THAT'S why it's a fight! Why do we always end up fighting for the things we love? Ha ha. W: Oh dear, you'll have your boodle too, someday. For now, you better save enough to come visit me! [ (289) On the Road in Australia ] Situation: Two friends, an Australian and a European, are in the northern Australian city of Brisbane. W: All packed! Are we ready to go? M: Yep! Let's get this Australian road trip started! Hey, where are we going exactly? W: Well, I was thinking that we'd start by going down to the Gold Coast first. But you better be prepared: Australia isn't as close and connected as Europe is. M: Europe isn't as close and connected as you might think. We have a lot of open land between towns, too. W: Oh, fair enough. We'll be driving down the coast for about 12 hours. M: Twelve hours!? W: Yeah. It's a big country. M: But we're still only going to be in the same state aren't we? W: Yeah, this state I live in is called Queensland, and it's about three times the size of France! M: Three times bigger than France? Wow, this IS a big country. W: Yup, let's go driving! (Gets in car, car starts) M: Hey, YOU'RE DRIVING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD! W: What!? No, I'm not! M: YES, YOU ARE! W: We drive on the left side in Australia. M: WHY? Ah, I can't take this at the moment. Let me take a little nap. Wake me up when we arrive somewhere. W: OK then, but I need my driving music… "I hoped off the plane at LAX with a dream and my cardigan…" (Plays "Party in the USA" by Miley Cyrus) [ (295) In Germany on a Business Trip ] (Situation: A man is in Cologne, Germany for a business trip. He has taken his wife with him. Before the meeting, they do a little sightseeing.) M: Boy, Cologne is SO beautiful! W: Yeah, it really is. Hey, look at that. It's Cologne Cathedral! Incredible… incredible. I love it…Oh, look! there are some clowns in the street…. M: Yea… Why are they wearing such strange costumes…? Anyway, let's take the train. In the train W: (whispering) Hey, look at that guy who's sitting in front of us. What a weird hat. And his clothes… and the paint on his face! M: Yea… Crazy. Oh, we have to get off the train now. At the hotel W: Boy, I'm beat. I'm glad we can check in. Ah! Look at the front desk! The front desk clerk is wearing too much makeup—he looks like, a devil! Ha ha. M: What happened in this town! There are so many strange people. Maybe we should get out here! This place is crazy. W: Wait! Look at this poster. Today's November 11th, right? Cologne's having a carnival today! So THAT'S why people are wearing such costumes! M: Oh, the mystery's solved! Hey, let's join the party! W: Yeah! Let's change our clothes. So, what costume do you want to wear? M: Hmm… I want to be… a clown. How about you? W: I want to wear a "dirndl." M: What's a dirndl? W: It's a traditional German costume. It's very beautiful! M: Great! Let's change our clothes and go to the carnival! W: Hey, aren't you supposed to be here on a business trip? M: Ah! I totally forgot it! W: Ah! I'm at a loss for words…

Download MP3 ８月の４週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この10年間に配信した310本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。今回は、外国の文化にかんするエピソードを集めました。*** Script *** [ (280) Wedding Presents ] W: Hey! Are you ready for the wedding next week? It's your first time ever to go to a wedding in New Zealand, right? M: Yeah. But I don't know how I'm going to afford it; I've spent so much money since I came to New Zealand. W: What do you mean? M: Well, John, the groom, and I have become really good friends since, so I just don't know how I'm going to afford "the oiwai." W: "The oiwai? What's that? M: The wedding money. I think for John something around 30,000 yen would be suitable. W: Oh! I see! So in Japan, the 'wedding gift' is a gift of money, the amount for which is determined by your relationship to the couple? M: Yeah, isn't that not what you do here? W: Generally not. Usually guests give a wedding gift, something that they think the couple would like, or that symbolises their new life together, or maybe something that they will need and can use when they move in together. M: What did you get for them? W: Well, I pre-booked a couples spa treatment for them. M: Hmm… What should I get them? W: YOU DONT HAVE ANYTHING YET? M: No… W: Ugh, grab your coat! M: Why? W: I NEED TO TAKE YOU SHOPPING! [ (286) A Fun Way to Eat in the Philippines ] Situation: Alex does Skype with Mami, who's in the Philippines M: Hey, Mami! It's been a while. How are ya? How's the Philippines? W: Hey, Alex. Nice to hear from you! I'm trying to get used to the dorm life here, but so far so good! The food is great, too. I just learned how to eat with my hands! M: You eat with your hands? What? Why? W: Well, they said it makes the food taste better. M: Really? W: Yeah! At first I didn't believe it either, but, as it turns out, it's actually true! M: Well, that's a funny way to start your story, but go on. How's life there? W: Last week, we had "a boodle fight." There was rice, meat, fish, and vegetables laid on giant banana leaves over a long table. Everybody gathered around the table to basically chow down and devour everything in sight! M: Really?! Wow. Just to confirm, you DID wash your hands before doing that, yes? W: Well, of course, duh--. They taught me well. Oh, and you know what else I found out? There were no utensils, nor were there any plates to wash after that. Literally, all the food was wiped out, and we dormers were stuffed. Eating with hands is apparently very practical. Kinda weird, but practical! M: If I were there, I would've used my hands to stuff my food containers, too, not just my belly. Ha ha. Perfect for breakfast the next morning. Now THAT'S practical! W: That IS actually a good idea, if you aren't too caught up in the people beside you getting all the good bits first. M: So THAT'S why it's a fight! Why do we always end up fighting for the things we love? Ha ha. W: Oh dear, you'll have your boodle too, someday. For now, you better save enough to come visit me! [ (289) On the Road in Australia ] Situation: Two friends, an Australian and a European, are in the northern Australian city of Brisbane. W: All packed! Are we ready to go? M: Yep! Let's get this Australian road trip started! Hey, where are we going exactly? W: Well, I was thinking that we'd start by going down to the Gold Coast first. But you better be prepared: Australia isn't as close and connected as Europe is. M: Europe isn't as close and connected as you might think. We have a lot of open land between towns, too. W: Oh, fair enough. We'll be driving down the coast for about 12 hours. M: Twelve hours!? W: Yeah. It's a big country. M: But we're still only going to be in the same state aren't we? W: Yeah, this state I live in is called Queensland, and it's about three times the size of France! M: Three times bigger than France? Wow, this IS a big country. W: Yup, let's go driving! (Gets in car, car starts) M: Hey, YOU'RE DRIVING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD! W: What!? No, I'm not! M: YES, YOU ARE! W: We drive on the left side in Australia. M: WHY? Ah, I can't take this at the moment. Let me take a little nap. Wake me up when we arrive somewhere. W: OK then, but I need my driving music… "I hoped off the plane at LAX with a dream and my cardigan…" (Plays "Party in the USA" by Miley Cyrus) [ (295) In Germany on a Business Trip ] (Situation: A man is in Cologne, Germany for a business trip. He has taken his wife with him. Before the meeting, they do a little sightseeing.) M: Boy, Cologne is SO beautiful! W: Yeah, it really is. Hey, look at that. It's Cologne Cathedral! Incredible… incredible. I love it…Oh, look! there are some clowns in the street…. M: Yea… Why are they wearing such strange costumes…? Anyway, let's take the train. In the train W: (whispering) Hey, look at that guy who's sitting in front of us. What a weird hat. And his clothes… and the paint on his face! M: Yea… Crazy. Oh, we have to get off the train now. At the hotel W: Boy, I'm beat. I'm glad we can check in. Ah! Look at the front desk! The front desk clerk is wearing too much makeup—he looks like, a devil! Ha ha. M: What happened in this town! There are so many strange people. Maybe we should get out here! This place is crazy. W: Wait! Look at this poster. Today's November 11th, right? Cologne's having a carnival today! So THAT'S why people are wearing such costumes! M: Oh, the mystery's solved! Hey, let's join the party! W: Yeah! Let's change our clothes. So, what costume do you want to wear? M: Hmm… I want to be… a clown. How about you? W: I want to wear a "dirndl." M: What's a dirndl? W: It's a traditional German costume. It's very beautiful! M: Great! Let's change our clothes and go to the carnival! W: Hey, aren't you supposed to be here on a business trip? M: Ah! I totally forgot it! W: Ah! I'm at a loss for words…

Download MP3 アメリカ軍は、ネバダ州の空軍基地「エリア51」に宇宙人を隠している！！この有名な都市伝説は、これまでに多くのSF作品を生み、人々の想像力の源となってきました。その真偽(?)はともかく、エリア51周辺の町ではこれを観光の目玉に利用しているようです。 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） What's up? どうしたの。 (to) be abducted 誘拐される、拉致される Area 51 man （間投詞）= wow highly classified 極秘の super 〜 （副詞）超〜 fishy 怪しい I bet 〜 きっと〜に違いない（賭けてもいい） mini-tourism industry 小さな観光産業 (to) check it out 試しに〜してみる (to) get arrested 逮捕される ***Script*** Is the American Government Hiding Aliens? M: Umm, Karla, can I ask you something? W: Yeah, sure. What's up, Hajime? M: Have you ever been abducted by aliens? W: Um… what? M: I always hear about Americans who say they've been abducted by aliens! W: Hajime, you can't believe everything you hear! But, actually, Nevada, the state I'm from, is KNOWN for aliens! You know, Area 51 and all that. M: Area 51? What's that? W: Oh man… OK, so, "officially," it's a highly classified part of a United States Air Force base, about 150 kilometers north of Las Vegas. But a lot of people think it's much more than that. The government didn't even admit that it existed until less than five years ago. It's super, super top secret. Fishy, right? M: Hmm... It's probably just the American government trying to protect its military secrets. W: No! It's ALIEN military secrets! I bet they have a bunch of really advanced alien technology they're hiding in there. Or, even... actual aliens! M: What happened to NOT believing everything you hear? W: Hey. A girl can dream! M: So, have you ever been to Area 51? W: No… not yet! Actually, a nice sort of mini-tourism industry has developed around Area 51. For example, in the town of Rachel, you can go to this cafe called the Little A'Le'Inn. M: Wow. If I ever go to America, we should check it out! W: Yeah! We've gotta be careful, though-- you can get arrested if you come too close to Area 51! (Written by Jazmin Boulton)

Download MP3 アメリカ軍は、ネバダ州の空軍基地「エリア51」に宇宙人を隠している！！この有名な都市伝説は、これまでに多くのSF作品を生み、人々の想像力の源となってきました。その真偽(?)はともかく、エリア51周辺の町ではこれを観光の目玉に利用しているようです。 *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） What's up? どうしたの。 (to) be abducted 誘拐される、拉致される Area 51 man （間投詞）= wow highly classified 極秘の super 〜 （副詞）超〜 fishy 怪しい I bet 〜 きっと〜に違いない（賭けてもいい） mini-tourism industry 小さな観光産業 (to) check it out 試しに〜してみる (to) get arrested 逮捕される ***Script*** Is the American Government Hiding Aliens? M: Umm, Karla, can I ask you something? W: Yeah, sure. What's up, Hajime? M: Have you ever been abducted by aliens? W: Um… what? M: I always hear about Americans who say they've been abducted by aliens! W: Hajime, you can't believe everything you hear! But, actually, Nevada, the state I'm from, is KNOWN for aliens! You know, Area 51 and all that. M: Area 51? What's that? W: Oh man… OK, so, "officially," it's a highly classified part of a United States Air Force base, about 150 kilometers north of Las Vegas. But a lot of people think it's much more than that. The government didn't even admit that it existed until less than five years ago. It's super, super top secret. Fishy, right? M: Hmm... It's probably just the American government trying to protect its military secrets. W: No! It's ALIEN military secrets! I bet they have a bunch of really advanced alien technology they're hiding in there. Or, even... actual aliens! M: What happened to NOT believing everything you hear? W: Hey. A girl can dream! M: So, have you ever been to Area 51? W: No… not yet! Actually, a nice sort of mini-tourism industry has developed around Area 51. For example, in the town of Rachel, you can go to this cafe called the Little A'Le'Inn. M: Wow. If I ever go to America, we should check it out! W: Yeah! We've gotta be careful, though-- you can get arrested if you come too close to Area 51! (Written by Jazmin Boulton)

Worship audio from Maundy Thursday worship - March 29, 2018.Bulletin here, or below.Green Pastures with Jesus is the podcast from Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church of Fairmont, MN. Here you’ll find a variety of segments to lead you to the green pastures of the Word of God, where our Good Shepherd feeds our faith.  Find us online: www.shepherdofthelakes.net or http://facebook.com/shepherdofthelakes Worship is Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM.Bible class & Sunday School follow at 10:40 AM.323 E. 1st St – Fairmont, MNpastorhagen@icloud.com or (507) 236-9572 iTunes & iPhone: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/green-pastures-jesus-shepherd/id1183522558?mt=2 Stitcher link: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=127180&refid=stprOr simply search for “Green Pastures with Jesus” in your podcast app. Intro & Outro courtesy of Koine - The Church Band. Check them out at www.koinemusic.com, or find them on iTunes & Amazon: Search for Koine. Bible text from Biblegateway.com - EHV.Welcome to Shepherd of the Lakes! We’re here to shepherd Christ’s flock and seek the lost sheep by sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with all. Come, let us worship!For your convenience, in the back corner of the sanctuary there is a room for any parents with children in need of a quiet place. The restrooms are located on the lower level. Please ask if you have any further questions or concerns. We give thanks, Lord Jesus, for rescuing your people Israel from slavery. We give you thanks for instituting the Passover as a yearly remembrance of that rescue, as well as pointing your people ahead to the coming Messiah. Grant that we always partake of your Supper in faith, as we remember your victory over death and await your triumphant, visible return; AMEN.Clear Teaching about the Lord’s Supper:In addition to Christ’s and St. Paul’s expressions (the bread in the Supper is the body of Christ or the communion of the body of Christ), the following forms are also used: under the bread, with the bread, in the bread. With these words the Roman Catholic idea of transubstantiation is rejected and the sacramental union of the bread’s unchanged essence and Christ’s body may be shown. In the same way, the expression “the Word became flesh” [John 1:14] is repeated and explained by the equivalent expressions “the Word … dwelt among us” [John 1:14] ... showing that the divine essence is not changed into the human nature. But the two natures, unchanged, are personally united. ... Just as in Christ two distinct, unchanged natures are inseparably united, so in the Holy Supper the two substances—the natural bread and Christ’s true natural body—are present together here on earth in the appointed administration of the Sacrament. Formula of Concord, Article 7 (Concordia p. 568)Because He Knew:Jesus came as the perfect fulfillment of the prophetic Passover lamb. That evening, and tonight, Christ gives his disciples his very body & blood for the forgiveness of sins.Background for this Worship Service:The word “Maundy” comes from a Latin word meaning “command.” Maundy Thursday gets its name from the command Jesus gave his disciples “A new command I give you: Love one another,” (John 13:34).Ash Wednesday began Lent. Maundy Thursday ends Lent and begins the Three Holy Days of the Christian Church. Over these three days we contemplate more deeply the body and blood of Christ given and poured out for us in anguish, suffering, and innocent death. We think about the sting of eternal death that Jesus endured in our place; we see the fury of God’s wrath against our sin unleashed on Jesus. We try to grasp the incredible depth of Jesus’ love that would take that wrath in our place so we could receive forgiveness, love, and eternal life.The institution of the Lord’s Supper sets forth the depth of Jesus’ love and gives power to the Church to live out his command. The service begins with the sermon and an exhortation regarding the end of Lent. This unusual arrangement allows the minister to explain the meaning of the Sacrament and the liturgical actions that are to take place so that they may proceed uninterruptedly and vividly from this evening through Good Friday to the Easter celebration.OPENING HYMN: 717 – When You Woke that Thursday Morning (Printed inside the back cover. Soloist will sing v.1)INVOCATIONSERMON based on Exodus 12: Foreshadow, FulfillmentINSTRUCTION FOR THE END OF LENTPlease rise.In this Lenten season we have heard again how our Lord walked the path of suffering which led him to the cross for our salvation. We have also heard our Lord’s call to intensify our struggle against sin, death, and the devil — all that keeps us from loving God and one another. This is the struggle to which we were committed at Baptism; God’s forgiveness and the power of his Spirit to amend our lives continue with us because of his love for us in Jesus our Savior. . . . continued . . . Within the family of the Church, God never wearies of giving peace and new life. In the absolution, we receive forgiveness as from God himself.This absolution we should not doubt but firmly believe that our sins are thus forgiven before God in heaven, for it comes to us in the name and by the command of our Lord Jesus.We who receive God’s love in Jesus Christ are called to love one another, to be servants to each other, as Jesus became our servant. In Holy Communion the members of Christ’s body participate most intimately in his love. Remembering our Lord’s Last Supper with his disciples, we eat the bread and drink the cup of this meal. Together we receive the Lord’s gift of his body and blood for forgiveness and participate in that new covenant that makes us one with him and one another. The Lord’s Supper is the promise of the great banquet we will share with all the faithful when our Lord returns, the joyous culmination of our being reconciled with God and each other.CONFESSION OF SINS:M: Let us confess our sins to God and ask for his forgiveness.C: Almighty God, merciful Father, I confess to you that I have not loved you with all my heart. In what I have done and left undone, I have pursued my ways instead of your ways. I have not loved my brothers and sisters as myself. For this I deserve your punishment both now and in eternity. I am truly sorry for my sins. I repent of them. I beg for your mercy, O Lord.Silence for meditation.Forgive us for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Substitute, who suffered and died for us.Cleanse me from my sins. Release me from my guilt. Grant me your Holy Spirit to amend my sinful life. The almighty God has been merciful to us and has sent his Son to die for all. For his sake, God forgives our sins and calls us from darkness to his marvelous light. Therefore, as a called servant of Christ and by his authority, I forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.Amen.Our Lord Jesus Christ has forgiven us and reconciled us to God. He has also promised us the power to forgive and love each other; and when Christians speak a word of forgiveness, it is just as sure and certain as if Christ himself said it. Relying on his promise, therefore, let us be reconciled to one another, and extend to each other the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ.Everyone turns to each other and says:Peace be with you.Let us pray: Lord Jesus Christ, in the Sacrament of Holy Communion you give us your true body and blood together with the bread and wine for the forgiveness of sins. Grant that we remember your life, suffering, death, and resurrection, as you commanded; grant that we daily take up our cross and follow you. By your Spirit, lead us to firmly believe your words and promise, that we may always partake of this sacrament to our eternal good; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.HYMN: 313 – Jesus Christ, our Blessed SaviorThe WordFIRST READING: Exodus 12:21-30The Lord’s Passover.21Then Moses summoned all the elders of Israel and said to them, “Go and take lambs for yourselves according to your family size, and slaughter the Passover lamb. 22You shall take a bundle of hyssop, dip it in the blood that is in the basin, and paint the lintel and the two doorposts with the blood that is in the basin. None of you are to go out of the door of your house until morning. 23When the LORD passes through to strike Egypt and sees the blood on the lintel and the two doorposts, the LORD will pass over that door and will not allow the destroyer to enter your houses to strike you. 24“You shall observe these instructions as a perpetual regulation for you and your descendants. 25When you enter the land that the LORD will give you just as he said he would, you shall observe this ceremony. . . . continued . . . 26So when your children ask you, ‘What does this ceremony mean to you?’ 27you will say, ‘It is the sacrifice of the Passover to the LORD, who passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt. When he struck the Egyptians, he spared our houses.’” The people bowed down and worshipped. 28The Israelites went and did all this. They did just as the LORD had commanded Moses and Aaron. 29At midnight the LORD struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh, who sat on his throne, to the firstborn of the prisoner who was in the dungeon, even all the firstborn of the livestock. 30During the night Pharaoh got up—he, all his servants, and all the Egyptians—and there was a loud outcry in Egypt, for there was not a house where there was not someone dead. PSALM OF THE DAY: 116, p. 107SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17The reality: Communion.16The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a communion of the blood of Christ? The bread that we break, is it not a communion of the body of Christ? 17Because there is one bread, we, who are many, are one body, for we all partake of the one bread. THEME VERSE: 1 Corinthians 11:26As often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. Thanks be to God!GOSPEL READING: Mark 14:12-26The Last Supper.12On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, when the Passover lamb is sacrificed, his disciples asked him, “Where do you want us to go and prepare for you to eat the Passover?” 13He sent two of his disciples and said to them, “Go into the city, and there a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him. 14Wherever he enters, tell the owner of the house that the Teacher says, ‘Where is my guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?’ 15He will show you a large upper room, furnished and ready. Make preparations for us there.” 16His disciples left and went into the city and found things just as he had told them; and they prepared the Passover. 17When it was evening, he arrived with the Twelve. 18While they were reclining and eating, Jesus said, “Amen I tell you: One of you will betray me, one who is eating with me.” 19They began to be sorrowful and said to him one by one, “Surely not I?” 20He said to them, “It is one of the Twelve, one who is dipping bread with me in the dish. 21Indeed, the Son of Man is going to go just as it has been written about him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born.” 22While they were eating, Jesus took bread. When he had blessed it, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “Take it. This is my body.” 23Then he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them. They all drank from it. 24He said to them, “This is my blood of the new testament, which is poured out for many. 25Amen I tell you: I will certainly not drink again of the fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new in the kingdom of God.” 26After they sang a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. HYMN: 104 – Go to Dark GethsemaneCONFESSION OF FAITH: Explanation of Holy CommunionM: What is the sacrament of Holy Communion?C: It is the true body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ under the bread and wine, instituted by Christ for us Christians to eat and to drink.Where is this written?The holy Evangelists Matthew, Mark, Luke, and the Apostle Paul tell us: “Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night he was betrayed, took bread; and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, ‘Take and eat; this is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’“Then he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, ‘Drink from it, all of you; this is my blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.’”M: What blessing do we receive through this eating and drinking?C: That is shown us by these words, “Given and poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins.” Through these words we receive forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation in this sacrament. For where there is forgiveness of sins, there is also life and salvation.How can eating and drinking do such great things?It is certainly not the eating and drinking that does such things, but the words, “Given and poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins.” These words are the main thing in this sacrament, along with the eating and drinking. And whoever believes these words has what they plainly say, the forgiveness of sins.Who, then, is properly prepared to receive this sacrament?Fasting and other outward preparations may serve a good purpose, but he is properly prepared who believes these words, “Given and poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins.” But whoever does not believe these words or doubts them is not prepared, because the words “for you” require nothing but hearts that believe.OFFERINGPRAYER: A portion of the Great Litany (composed 1544) Please rise for prayer.Prayer of Approach to GodHoly, blessed, and glorious Trinity, three persons in one God,Have mercy on us.Prayers for DeliveranceRemember not, Lord Christ, our offenses nor the offenses of our forebears. Spare us, good Lord; spare your people whom you have redeemed with your precious blood.Spare us, good Lord.From all spiritual blindness; from pride, vanity, and hypocrisy; from envy, hatred, and malice; and from all lack of charity:Good Lord, deliver us.From all deadly sin and from the deceits of the world, the flesh, and the devil:Good Lord, deliver us.From all false doctrine, heresy, and schism, from hardness of heart and contempt for your Word and your will:Good Lord, deliver us.From earthquake and tempest; from drought, fire, and flood; from civil strife and violence; from war and murder; and from dying suddenly and unprepared:Good Lord, deliver us.By the mystery of your holy incarnation; by your baptism, fasting, and temptation; and by your proclamation of the kingdom:Good Lord, deliver us.By your bloody sweat and bitter grief, by your cross and suffering, and by your precious death and burial:Good Lord, deliver us.By your mighty resurrection, by your glorious ascension, and by the coming of the Holy Spirit:Good Lord, deliver us.In our times of trouble, in our times of prosperity, in the hour of death, and on the day of judgment:Good Lord, deliver us.Receive our prayers, O Lord our God.Hear us, good Lord.For the ChurchGovern and direct your holy Church, fill it with love and truth, and grant it that unity which is according to your will.Hear us, good Lord.Enlighten all ministers with true knowledge and understanding of your Word, that by their preaching and living they may declare it clearly and show its truth.Hear us, good Lord.Encourage and prosper your servants who spread the gospel in all the world, and send out laborers into the harvest.Hear us, good Lord.Bless and keep your people, that all may serve you through Godly vocation and ministry.Hear us, good Lord.Give us hearts to love and revere you, that we may diligently live according to your commandments.Hear us, good Lord.Special prayers of intercessionConcluding PrayersSon of God, we ask you to hear us.Son of God, we ask you to hear us.Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world,Have mercy on us.Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world,Grant us peace.Lord, have mercy on us.Christ, have mercy on us.All these things we ask confidently in Jesus’ name, as we join to pray:Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever - Amen.CHOIR: Remember MeThe sacramentWe continue in the hymnal on p. 21.DISTRIBUTION: 135 – The Death of Jesus Christ, Our LordWe will sing this hymn in its entirety. STRIPPING OF THE ALTARDuring this time, the chancel paraments and furnishings will be solemnly stripped in token of the Lord’s abandonment by his disciples.  1 O Lord, the God who saves me, day and night I cry out before you. 2 May my prayer come before you; turn your ear to my cry. 3 For my soul is full of trouble and my life draws near the grave. 4 I am counted among those who go down to the pit; I am like a man without strength.5 I am set apart with the dead, like the slain who lie in the grave, whom you remember no more, who are cut off from your care. 6 You have put me in the lowest pit, in the darkest depths.7 Your wrath lies heavily upon me; you have overwhelmed me with all your waves. 8 You have taken from me my closest friends and have made me repulsive to them. I am confined and cannot escape;9 my eyes are dim with grief. I call to you, O Lord, every day; I spread out my hands to you.10 Do you show your wonders to the dead? Do those who are dead rise up and praise you? 11 Is your love declared in the grave, your faithfulness in Destruction? 12 Are your wonders known in the place of darkness, or your righteous deeds in the land of oblivion? 13 But I cry to you for help, O Lord; in the morning my prayer comes before you.14 Why, O Lord, do you reject me and hide your face from me? 15 From my youth I have been afflicted and close to death; I have suffered your terrors and am in despair.16 Your wrath has swept over me; your terrors have destroyed me. 17 All day long they surround me like a flood; they have completely engulfed me.18 You have taken my companions and loved ones from me; the darkness is my closest friend.   Good Friday Worship: 7 PM Easter Sunday: Men arrive at 6:30 AM. Breakfast, 7:30-9 AM.Worship service for the Festival of the Resurrection, with Holy Communion, at 9:30 AM. Bible class will look at 1 Corinthians 15.THIS WEEKFriday 1 Kings 4 7 PM - Good Friday Tenebrae WorshipSaturday 1 Kings 5 9:30 AM - Bible Basics Sunday 1 Kings 6 6:30 - Men arrive to cook breakfast 7:30-9 AM - Easter Breakfast 9:30 - Easter Festival WorshipMonday 7 PM - Council MeetingFriday 3;45-7:30 PM - Family Fun Fair Sunday 9:30 Worship, 10:45 Bible class & Voters’ Mtg NOTESSpecial Council meeting, April 2 at 7 PM.District President Degner will be at Shepherd of the Lakes for Bible class hour on April 8. He will lead us through the doctrine of the call, our orderly calling process in the Wisconsin Synod . . .. . . and the Bible class hour with President Degner will conclude with a brief voters’ meeting to ratify our congregation’s course of action.Scrip is available. Talk to Lisa Swift & see the handout in your mailbox.The Triduum: The “Three Holy Days”The enormous significance of Christ’s suffering, death, and resurrection has always been the central focus of Christian worship. Prior to the fourth century, Easter Day itself included all three emphases, but thereafter they were distributed over three days of special observance, which Augustine called “the most holy Triduum of the crucified, buried, and risen Lord.” The Latin term “Triduum” means “three days” and refers to the Holy Week services held on Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday – the Easter Vigil, an evening service that was the time of baptism for those instructed during Lent. These three days have long been understood as the high point of the church’s year.Since the last half of the 20th century, Lutherans have been rediscovering the richness of the ancient Triduum and adapting the traditional services associated with it for use in evangelical Lutheran worship. Our WELS Commission on Worship included these forms of the Triduum services:- Maundy Thursday communion service with the stripping of the altar;- Service of the Cross of Christ, intended for Good Friday afternoon;- Service of Darkness (Latin “Tenebrae”) for Good Friday evening;- The Great Vigil of Easter, an Easter Eve service intended for Holy Saturday. (Also commonly used as an Easter sunrise service for those without Saturday worship.)This year’s Good Friday worship is a Tenebrae service, focusing on the theme of repentance & restoration. There will be readings from the book of Lamentations, concluding with John’s account of the crucifixion. (By contrast, last year’s Good Friday Service of the Cross of Christ focused on the seven statements of Jesus from the cross.) Conceptually, the Triduum worship services are one service extended over the “three holy days.” That is why there is no closing blessing for the Maundy Thursday service or Good Friday services; there is no invocation for the Good Friday services or the Easter vigil.                                                                                        

Download MP3 ついこの間まで試験勉強に追われていたという学生さんも多いと思います。勉強に気が乗らず、先延ばしにしてしまう…そんな皆さんに、今回はJoeが「勉強に集中できる方法」を教えます！*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） Friends フレンズ（アメリカのドラマ） ..., only to + do ...した結果は結局〜だった (to) keep getting know her どんどん彼女のことを知り続ける jealous やきもちを焼く (to) mention ほのめかす (to) look over ざっと見る (to) let the information sink in 理解する totes （俗語）totally rad （俗語）very good ※totes, radともに、texting（SMS）で使われるネットスラング。 episode ドラマの（一話） due ... ...が締め切りの *** Script *** It's Sometimes Hard to Study W: Ugghh, I'm so exhausted… M: What have you been studying? W: The exam I have next week. We're going to be tested on these three chapters. Hey… I'm going for a study break. Do you want pizza? (3 hours later) M: Hey, it's been three hours! What are you doing now? W: I'm on the fourth season of Friends! Chandler met a pretty girl, only to find out she's dating Joey! But Chandler keeps getting to know her, and he falls in love. And Ross is trying to make Rachel jealous by mentioning the woman he's dating. But she argues back by talking about her new boyfriend. But Ross' girlfriend is using him as a babysitter, and Rachel's boyfriend steals from her. M: Ah! I don't care! You should be studying for your exam! W: That's not until later this week. And I've already studied today. M: What? You took 15 minutes to look over one page? W: I want to let the information sink in. M: You were texting while you were reading? W: We were having a DISCUSSION about the exam topic. M: Oh, I see. So your exam is about "that totes rad party on the weekend"? W: Hey, don't read my texts! M: You should be doing your work! W: I only have 7 more episodes of this season. Then I'll go back and study. M: Fine, do whatever you want. (A few days later) W: Aahhh! What have I done!? M: It's 12 o'clock at night. Why are you being so loud!? W: I forgot about the homework I have due tomorrow! (Written by Stella-Maree Trounson)

Download MP3 ついこの間まで試験勉強に追われていたという学生さんも多いと思います。勉強に気が乗らず、先延ばしにしてしまう…そんな皆さんに、今回はJoeが「勉強に集中できる方法」を教えます！*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） Friends フレンズ（アメリカのドラマ） ..., only to + do ...した結果は結局〜だった (to) keep getting know her どんどん彼女のことを知り続ける jealous やきもちを焼く (to) mention ほのめかす (to) look over ざっと見る (to) let the information sink in 理解する totes （俗語）totally rad （俗語）very good ※totes, radともに、texting（SMS）で使われるネットスラング。 episode ドラマの（一話） due ... ...が締め切りの *** Script *** It's Sometimes Hard to Study W: Ugghh, I'm so exhausted… M: What have you been studying? W: The exam I have next week. We're going to be tested on these three chapters. Hey… I'm going for a study break. Do you want pizza? (3 hours later) M: Hey, it's been three hours! What are you doing now? W: I'm on the fourth season of Friends! Chandler met a pretty girl, only to find out she's dating Joey! But Chandler keeps getting to know her, and he falls in love. And Ross is trying to make Rachel jealous by mentioning the woman he's dating. But she argues back by talking about her new boyfriend. But Ross' girlfriend is using him as a babysitter, and Rachel's boyfriend steals from her. M: Ah! I don't care! You should be studying for your exam! W: That's not until later this week. And I've already studied today. M: What? You took 15 minutes to look over one page? W: I want to let the information sink in. M: You were texting while you were reading? W: We were having a DISCUSSION about the exam topic. M: Oh, I see. So your exam is about "that totes rad party on the weekend"? W: Hey, don't read my texts! M: You should be doing your work! W: I only have 7 more episodes of this season. Then I'll go back and study. M: Fine, do whatever you want. (A few days later) W: Aahhh! What have I done!? M: It's 12 o'clock at night. Why are you being so loud!? W: I forgot about the homework I have due tomorrow! (Written by Stella-Maree Trounson)

Worship audio from February 18, 2018 - Lent 1B. Warmly referred to as "Festival of the Means of Grace Sunday." Bulletin pasted in below.Green Pastures with Jesus is the podcast from Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church of Fairmont, MN. Here you’ll find a variety of segments to lead you to the green pastures of the Word of God, where our Good Shepherd feeds our faith.  Find us online: www.shepherdofthelakes.net or http://facebook.com/shepherdofthelakes Worship is Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM.Bible class & Sunday School follow at 10:40 AM.323 E. 1st St – Fairmont, MNpastorhagen@icloud.com or (507) 236-9572iTunes & iPhone: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/green-pastures-jesus-shepherd/id1183522558?mt=2 Stitcher link: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=127180&refid=stprOr simply search for “Green Pastures with Jesus” in your podcast app.Intro & Outro courtesy of Koine - The Church Band. Check them out at www.koinemusic.com, or find them on iTunes & Amazon: Search for Koine.Bible text from Biblegateway.com - EHV.Bulletin PDF here - or below.Welcome to Shepherd of the Lakes! We’re here to shepherd Christ’s flock and seek the lost sheep by sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with all. Come, let us worship!For your convenience, in the back corner of the sanctuary there is a room for any parents with children in need of a quiet place. The restrooms are located on the lower level. Please ask if you have any further questions or concerns. Lord Jesus, you took on our humanity and fought temptation. You were victorious! All praise to you for your perfect obedience! And miracle of miracles . . . you have credited this perfection to me. Thank you! AMEN.Christ’s Kingdom Grow through the Means of Grace:Christ’s kingdom exists only with the Word and Sacraments. Therefore, it is necessary to baptize little children, that the promise of salvation may be applied to them, according to Christ’s command to baptize all nations (Matthew 28:19). Just as in this passage salvation is offered to all, so Baptism is offered to all, to men, women, children, infants. It clearly follows, therefore, that infants are to be baptized, because salvation is offered with Baptism. Second, it is clear that God approves of the Baptism of little children. God’s approval of the Baptism of little children is shown by this: He gives the Holy Spirit to those baptized [Acts 2:38–39].Apology to the Augsburg Confession, Article 9 (Concordia p. 153)Because He Knew: He Would Died – He Would LiveWhy did Jesus keep moving toward the cross? Surely, he should have known this was coming. Surely, he could have avoided the pain, the suffering, the death. But that’s the point, Jesus knew all along he was going to die. That was the eternal plan of the Father, that the holy Son of God would suffer and die for a world of sinners. However, Jesus also knew that death would not be the end. The payment for sin would be accepted and he would rise to life again and defeat death itself, for us.How does the Temptation of Jesus solidify our Christian hope today?OPENING HYMN: 224 – God Himself is PresentLITURGY: Holy Baptism, CW p. 12Please rise.PRAYER OF THE DAY:M: Lord our strength, the battle of good and evil rages within and around us, and our ancient foe tempts us with his deceits and empty promises. Keep us steadfast in your Word, and when we fall, raise us up again and restore us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen.The WordFIRST READING: Genesis 22:1-18What do you love so much that it would be impossible to willingly and gladly give up if the Lord required it? The time of Lent is a call to serious struggle against sin, including the idolatry of loving anyone or anything more than God:Some time later God tested Abraham. He called to him, “Abraham!” Abraham answered, “I am here.” 2God said, “Now take your son, your only son, whom you love, Isaac, and go to the land of Moriah. Offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains there, the one to which I direct you.” 3Abraham got up early in the morning, saddled his donkey, and took two of his young men with him, along with Isaac his son. Abraham split the wood for the burnt offering. Then he set out to go to the place that God had told him about. 4On the third day Abraham looked up and saw the place in the distance. 5Abraham said to his young men, “Stay here with the donkey. The boy and I will go on over there. We will worship, and then we will come back to you.” 6Abraham took the wood for the burnt offering and loaded it on Isaac his son. He took the firepot and the knife in his hand. The two of them went on together. ( . . . continued . . . )7Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father?” He said, “I am here, my son.” He said, “Here are the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” 8Abraham said, “God himself will provide the lamb for a burnt offering, my son.” So the two of them went on together. 9They came to the place that God had told him about. Abraham built the altar there. He arranged the wood, tied up Isaac his son, and laid him on the altar on top of the wood. 10Abraham stretched out his hand and took the knife to slaughter his son. 11The Angel of the LORD called to him from heaven, “Abraham, Abraham!” Abraham said, “I am here.” 12He said, “Do not lay your hand on the boy. Do not do anything to him. For now I know that you fear God, because you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me.” 13Abraham looked around and saw that behind him there was a ram caught in the thicket by its horns. Abraham went and took the ram and offered it up as a burnt offering instead of his son. 14Abraham called the name of that place “The LORD Will Provide.” So it is said to this day, “On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided.” 15The Angel of the LORD called to Abraham a second time from heaven 16and said, “I have sworn by myself, declares the LORD, because you have done this thing and have not withheld your son, your only son, 17I will bless you greatly, and I will multiply your descendants greatly, like the stars of the sky and like the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will take possession of the city gates of their enemies. 18In your seed all the nations of the earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice.” PSALM: CWS 3 (Bulletin p. 6)SECOND READING: Romans 8:31-39Lent proves the love of God: God gave his own Son for us all. With this truth planted into our hearts, God gives us perseverance in all things: 31What then will we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32Indeed, he who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also graciously give us all things along with him? 33Who will bring an accusation against God’s elect? God is the one who justifies! 34Who is the one who condemns? Christ Jesus, who died and, more than that, was raised to life, is the one who is at God’s right hand and who is also interceding for us! 35What will separate us from the love of Christ? Will trouble or distress or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?36Just as it is written: For your sake we are being put to death all day long. We are considered as sheep to be slaughtered. 37No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. 38For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor rulers, neither things present nor things to come, nor powerful forces, 39neither height nor depth, nor anything else in creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. THEME VERSE: Matthew 4:10It is written: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.” Thanks be to God.GOSPEL READING: Mark 1:12-15In his grace, God leads Gentiles to worship Christ:12The Spirit immediately sent Jesus out into the wilderness. 13He was in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and angels were serving him. 14After John was put in prison, Jesus went to Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God. 15“The time is fulfilled,” he said. “The kingdom of God has come near! Repent, and believe in the gospel.” This is the Gospel of our Lord Jesus.Praise be to you, O Christ!HYMN OF THE DAY: 201 – A Mighty Fortress is Our GodSERMON based on Mark 1: Only a Victorious Christ could Preach the GospelCONFESSION OF FAITH: Luther’s Explanation of Holy Baptism, from the Small Catechism (1529)M: What is Baptism?C: Baptism is not just plain water, but it is water used by God's command and connected with God's Word.M: Which is that Word of God?C: Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Matthew, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”M: What does Baptism do for us?C: Baptism works forgiveness of sin, delivers from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare.M: What are these words and promises of God?C: Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Mark, “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.”M: How can water do such great things?C: It is certainly not the water that does such things, but God's Word which is in and with the water, and faith which trusts this Word used with the water. For without God's Word the water is just plain water and not baptism. But with this Word it is baptism, that is, a gracious water of life and a washing of rebirth by the Holy Spirit.M: Where is this written?C: Saint Paul says in Titus, chapter three, “God saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying.” ( . . . continued . . . )M: What does baptizing with water mean?C: Baptism means that the old Adam in us should be drowned by daily contrition and repentance, and that all its evil deeds and desires be put to death. It also means that a new person should daily arise to live before God in righteousness and purity forever.M: Where is this written?C: Saint Paul says in Romans, chapter six, “We were buried with Christ through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”OFFERINGPRAYER OF THE CHURCH & LORD’S PRAYER: p. 32The sacramentFor our Holy Communion practice, please see the purple sheet in the pew racks.COMMUNION LITURGY: p. 33DISTRIBUTION HYMN: 737 – God’s Own Child, I Gladly Say ItSONG OF THANKS: CW 316 (Purple sheet or hymnal)CLOSING HYMN: 752 – In Christ AloneNOTESAll are invited to celebrate Gideon’s baptism at noon at the Pizza Ranch.See the sign-up at the back of church for next week’s congregational bowling.Midweek Lenten worship continues with a 6 PM meal & 7 PM worship. THIS WEEKToday 1 Samuel 19 9:30 - Lent 1 Worship with Holy Communion & Baptismal Affirmation of Gideon Johanson 10:45 - Sunday School & Bible Class (The Flood) 12:01 PM - Baptismal celebration at the Pizza RanchMonday 1 Samuel 20Tuesday 1 Samuel 21 7 PM - CAP class: The Start of Unit 2! Wednesday 1 Samuel 22 NO CATECHISM CLASS 6 PM - Lenten Meal 7 PM - Midweek Lenten WorshipThursday 1 Samuel 23Friday 1 Samuel 24Saturday 1 Samuel 25Sunday 1 Samuel 26 9:30 - Lent 2 Worship 10:45 - Sunday School & Bible Class (The Flood)                  Membership at Shepherd of the Lakes means more than a person’s name on a church roster. Membership is about belonging to Christ, growing in faith, and sharing the joy of salvation together. We enjoy life together with a merciful God through faith, growing together as lifelong learners of Jesus, spending time together with one another in Christian friendship and support, and going out together into our communities and circles of friends to make a meaningful difference.Our new member process aims at nurturing those relationships, which includes but is not limited to an agreement together on the truths of the Bible. Unity of belief is the building block for life together with Christ, growing in faith together, and sharing in the joy of salvation together.Those who want to join Shepherd of the Lakes coming from other WELS or ELS churches will be familiar with our beliefs. Others experienced in another church, or who have little or no religious background at all, become members through participation in a Bible information class taught by Pastor Hagen. Many of our members have taken this class numerous times, as a reminder and refresher on the different teachings in God’s Word.Togetherness in beliefs then leads to a new member process that nurtures togetherness in relationships with God, church and community.Speak to Pastor Hagen if you’re interested. There is no charge. Even if you’re just curious, come check it out!                                                                                  

Download MP3 今回の舞台はドイツのケルン（ドイツ語ではKöln、英語ではCologne）。ケルンといえば、長い歴史を持つケルン大聖堂や、日本人選手が活躍する地元のサッカークラブが有名ですね。その中でも特に有名なのは、ドイツ最大級の規模を誇る、とある冬のイベント。11月11日に始まり、2月にクライマックスを迎える、そのイベントとは何でしょうか…。 (初級〜中級)*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） at a loss for words 言葉を失う boy わあ（感嘆詞） costume 衣装 weird 変な (to) get off 降りる beat 疲れた (a) devil 悪魔 (a) carnival 謝肉祭 dirndl ダーンドルスカート（オーストリアの民族衣装） *** Script *** In Germany on a Business Trip (Situation: A man is in Cologne, Germany for a business trip. He has taken his wife with him. Before the meeting, they do a little sightseeing.) M: Boy, Cologne is SO beautiful! W: Yeah, it really is. Hey, look at that. It's Cologne Cathedral! Incredible… incredible. I love it…Oh, look! there are some clowns in the street…. M: Yea… Why are they wearing such strange costumes…? Anyway, let's take the train. In the train W: (whispering) Hey, look at that guy who's sitting in front of us. What a weird hat. And his clothes… and the paint on his face! M: Yea… Crazy. Oh, we have to get off the train now. At the hotel W: Boy, I'm beat. I'm glad we can check in. Ah! Look at the front desk! The front desk clerk is wearing too much makeup—he looks like, a devil! Ha ha. M: What happened in this town! There are so many strange people. Maybe we should get out here! This place is crazy. W: Wait! Look at this poster. Today's November 11th, right? Cologne's having a carnival today! So THAT'S why people are wearing such costumes! M: Oh, the mystery's solved! Hey, let's join the party! W: Yeah! Let's change our clothes. So, what costume do you want to wear? M: Hmm… I want to be… a clown. How about you? W: I want to wear a "dirndl." M: What's a dirndl? W: It's a traditional German costume. It's very beautiful! M: Great! Let's change our clothes and go to the carnival! W: Hey, aren't you supposed to be here on a business trip? M: Ah! I totally forgot it! W: Ah! I'm at a loss for words… (Written by Mikako Aoyagi)

Download MP3 今回の舞台はドイツのケルン（ドイツ語ではKöln、英語ではCologne）。ケルンといえば、長い歴史を持つケルン大聖堂や、日本人選手が活躍する地元のサッカークラブが有名ですね。その中でも特に有名なのは、ドイツ最大級の規模を誇る、とある冬のイベント。11月11日に始まり、2月にクライマックスを迎える、そのイベントとは何でしょうか…。 (初級〜中級)*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） at a loss for words 言葉を失う boy わあ（感嘆詞） costume 衣装 weird 変な (to) get off 降りる beat 疲れた (a) devil 悪魔 (a) carnival 謝肉祭 dirndl ダーンドルスカート（オーストリアの民族衣装） *** Script *** In Germany on a Business Trip (Situation: A man is in Cologne, Germany for a business trip. He has taken his wife with him. Before the meeting, they do a little sightseeing.) M: Boy, Cologne is SO beautiful! W: Yeah, it really is. Hey, look at that. It's Cologne Cathedral! Incredible… incredible. I love it…Oh, look! there are some clowns in the street…. M: Yea… Why are they wearing such strange costumes…? Anyway, let's take the train. In the train W: (whispering) Hey, look at that guy who's sitting in front of us. What a weird hat. And his clothes… and the paint on his face! M: Yea… Crazy. Oh, we have to get off the train now. At the hotel W: Boy, I'm beat. I'm glad we can check in. Ah! Look at the front desk! The front desk clerk is wearing too much makeup—he looks like, a devil! Ha ha. M: What happened in this town! There are so many strange people. Maybe we should get out here! This place is crazy. W: Wait! Look at this poster. Today's November 11th, right? Cologne's having a carnival today! So THAT'S why people are wearing such costumes! M: Oh, the mystery's solved! Hey, let's join the party! W: Yeah! Let's change our clothes. So, what costume do you want to wear? M: Hmm… I want to be… a clown. How about you? W: I want to wear a "dirndl." M: What's a dirndl? W: It's a traditional German costume. It's very beautiful! M: Great! Let's change our clothes and go to the carnival! W: Hey, aren't you supposed to be here on a business trip? M: Ah! I totally forgot it! W: Ah! I'm at a loss for words… (Written by Mikako Aoyagi)

Today w/ 'Tom & Kerri': OH! I can keep a secret / To Buff or not to Buff? / Wpg restaurants are in the top 100 / Playing, uhh, cards? / You 2 and U2 story / Pizza Parka / Movies making you a winner! / Harry and the Big E with M / What to expect this Friday with the Moose / And, the 'Drive 5'!!!

Download MP3 ８月の５週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この８年間に配信した284本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。 今年の「超濃縮！」も今回が最終回。今回はこの時期にふさわしく(!?)「宿題」の話題をお届けします。本ポッドキャストで宿題の話題といえば、期限を守れず先生に言い訳したり、先延ばしの王様が登場したり、宿題の多い先生にハロウィンに仕返ししたりと、あまりよろしくない例ばかり。現在夏休みの宿題に追われている学生の皆さんは、どうか参考にしないように…！ (初級〜中級)*** Script *** [ (117) A Problem with a Student ] W: Now, Tom, I think we need to talk about your behaviour in my lessons. M: What have I done this time?? W: Don't talk to me like that, please. Now, I've been worried about you for some time, because you haven't handed any homework in for two weeks. M: I told you Miss Suzuki: my printer's broken. W: That's not an excuse. You can use the library's printers. M: I never have time, though. When I get there it's always shut! W: Then get there earlier. One missing homework I can deal with, but there are no excuses for two weeks' worth. M: OK, I'll hand it all in next lesson. I promise. W: I'll expect it, and if not, then you'll be in detention on Tuesday at lunchtime. M: Oh, that's too much! W: The homework isn't the only thing, Tom, and you know it. I can hear you chatting all the way through my lessons. M: I'm just helping the girl next to me. She doesn't understand anything. W: Don't lie to me. Last week I distinctly heard talk about football. M: It's all Melissa's fault, Miss. She always talks to me, and I can't just not reply, can I? W: I suspect that to be a lie, but I'm planning on talking to Melissa too. So don't think I'm just picking on you. Anyway, whatever you're doing at the back of the classroom there, I know it's not listening to me, because in our last practice exam you got only 30%. M: I do listen to you. I just find it really hard to understand everything. W: Do you always copy down what I write on the board? Could you show me your workbook? M: Oh, um, sorry, I left it in my locker... W: Then go and get it from your locker. M: Oh, um, actually I think I left it at home... W: Tom: If I don't see that workbook full of notes by tomorrow morning, you're in detention! [ (125) The King of Procrastination ] W: Hey Ken. I have a question. How do you study so much? You're always busy at work. I'd like to know how to manage my time better. M: Oh, it's easy. I just procrastinate. W: What? M: Yeah. Everyone thinks it's better to get things done quickly. But I just do the opposite. I procrastinate! It works! The day before deadlines I feel that I'm the only one who can handle the pressure. I love that time. W: I think you're kind of special. Nobody's going to be like you when they procrastinate. They'll panic, and they won't be able to do their best. M: Well, I'm the King of Procrastination, you know. I can do anything by postponing it. Everyone says "Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today." But, as Mark Twain said, "Don't put off until tomorrow what you can put off till the day AFTER tomorrow!" W: Ha ha... Sound's like a lazy guy's strategy! Don't you think you'll lose chances if you don't get things done quickly? It's hard to succeed, you know. If you put things off until the last second, you'll make mistakes. M: Hey, don't be so hard on me. You haven't listened to my whole story yet. I just procrastinate at night. W: At night? But you still put things off. M: No. I just procrastinate till the morning. I'm an early bird. I'm best in the mornings, and that's how I study. I wake up at 5 and get my job done. W: Oh, that's a SPECIAL kind of procrastination. I HAVE read that studying and working in the morning is really a good way. Maybe I should try it. M: Yeah. The early bird catches the worm, you know! You can get good ideas in the mornings. Also, the time is limited, so you can feel the time pressure, too. W: How do you spend your time at night? M: I just read books for fun, and sleep well. Hey, let's finish working. We have to procrastinate! This work can wait till tomorrow morning. Let's go. W: Ken, it's still 3 in the afternoon! [ (218) Homework Stress ] [ Scene: A late evening in a library ] M: What's up? You look a little stressed out. W: I was working on an important report, but then my computer crashed and I lost it all!! M: Really? Didn't you back up the file? W: Well, I probably should have, but I never expected my computer to crash. I just bought it last month! M: Oh, really? You must have picked a bad one then! But, you know, nobody ever expects their computer to crash. It just happens! That's why you're supposed to back up your files! W: I know, but I just needed to finish it and turn it in today. Then I'd be done with it! M: Yeah, but now you have to start all over again, don't you? W: Uhg! Don't remind me! I'll have to stay up all night rewriting it now. And even then I might not be able to finish. M: It's a lot of work, I'm sure. But at least you remember a bit of what you want to write, so it shouldn't take as long as it did before. W: Yeah, it'll only take three hours instead of six. M: Don't be so pessimistic! Worrying about it isn't going to help you any, right? W: No, it won't, but how am I supposed to NOT worry? M: I don't know. Just, make a pot of coffee, put on some up-beat, energizing music, and start writing! It'll probably be easier than you think. W: That's easy for you to say! You're not the one who has to write it. M: The sooner you start, the sooner you'll finish. And then you can properly relax and not have to worry about it anymore. W: Alright. That's a good point. Well, wish me luck! M: Good luck! You're going to need it! [ (75) Halloween: Trying to Scare the Teacher! ] M: Hey Becky, what are you going to be for the Halloween party this year? W: Hmm... I was thinking of dressing up as the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland. How about you? M: I was thinking of being a ghoul. W: Really? But the party theme this year is fictional characters. M: Yeah, I know. I'll probably change my costume later to match the theme. I was going to use the ghoul outfit right before the party. W: For what? M: If I tell you, you have to join in on my plan, alright? W: OK, fine. I'm in. What are you thinking of? M: I think we should scare Mr. Smith. He lives right down the street. We can get him back for all of the detentions and homework he gives us in school. W: Hmm. Sounds a bit risky. What if he finds out who we are? I think he'll notice since my face is showing. Plus, a queen doesn't exactly look scary! M: Exactly. I was thinking that we dress up as a ghoul and a werewolf. I have costumes from last year. We can use those. W: Fine. I guess it's OK, as long as I get to be the ghoul. [ Knocks on the door. M and W voices sound scary. Smith screams. ] M: Good evening Mr. Samuel Smith. We have come to free the demons within you. W: Step forward and we will begin the exorcism. [ M & W voice evil laughs. ] Smith: Exorcism? What is this nonsense? Take off your masks! W: These are not masks. Smith: Of course they are. Take them off or I'll . . . M: Silence! You shall speak no more. You have been an evil teacher. W: You give much too much homework. You gave an unfair detention to Kyle last week. You deserve to be. . . M: Becky. No! Why did you use my name? Smith: Hey, wait a minute. Kyle and Becky. I KNEW those voices sounded familiar. You will both be in detention for the rest of the semester! Happy Halloween! [ Smith voices an evil laugh ]

Download MP3 ８月の５週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この８年間に配信した284本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。 今年の「超濃縮！」も今回が最終回。今回はこの時期にふさわしく(!?)「宿題」の話題をお届けします。本ポッドキャストで宿題の話題といえば、期限を守れず先生に言い訳したり、先延ばしの王様が登場したり、宿題の多い先生にハロウィンに仕返ししたりと、あまりよろしくない例ばかり。現在夏休みの宿題に追われている学生の皆さんは、どうか参考にしないように…！ (初級〜中級)*** Script *** [ (117) A Problem with a Student ] W: Now, Tom, I think we need to talk about your behaviour in my lessons. M: What have I done this time?? W: Don't talk to me like that, please. Now, I've been worried about you for some time, because you haven't handed any homework in for two weeks. M: I told you Miss Suzuki: my printer's broken. W: That's not an excuse. You can use the library's printers. M: I never have time, though. When I get there it's always shut! W: Then get there earlier. One missing homework I can deal with, but there are no excuses for two weeks' worth. M: OK, I'll hand it all in next lesson. I promise. W: I'll expect it, and if not, then you'll be in detention on Tuesday at lunchtime. M: Oh, that's too much! W: The homework isn't the only thing, Tom, and you know it. I can hear you chatting all the way through my lessons. M: I'm just helping the girl next to me. She doesn't understand anything. W: Don't lie to me. Last week I distinctly heard talk about football. M: It's all Melissa's fault, Miss. She always talks to me, and I can't just not reply, can I? W: I suspect that to be a lie, but I'm planning on talking to Melissa too. So don't think I'm just picking on you. Anyway, whatever you're doing at the back of the classroom there, I know it's not listening to me, because in our last practice exam you got only 30%. M: I do listen to you. I just find it really hard to understand everything. W: Do you always copy down what I write on the board? Could you show me your workbook? M: Oh, um, sorry, I left it in my locker... W: Then go and get it from your locker. M: Oh, um, actually I think I left it at home... W: Tom: If I don't see that workbook full of notes by tomorrow morning, you're in detention! [ (125) The King of Procrastination ] W: Hey Ken. I have a question. How do you study so much? You're always busy at work. I'd like to know how to manage my time better. M: Oh, it's easy. I just procrastinate. W: What? M: Yeah. Everyone thinks it's better to get things done quickly. But I just do the opposite. I procrastinate! It works! The day before deadlines I feel that I'm the only one who can handle the pressure. I love that time. W: I think you're kind of special. Nobody's going to be like you when they procrastinate. They'll panic, and they won't be able to do their best. M: Well, I'm the King of Procrastination, you know. I can do anything by postponing it. Everyone says "Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today." But, as Mark Twain said, "Don't put off until tomorrow what you can put off till the day AFTER tomorrow!" W: Ha ha... Sound's like a lazy guy's strategy! Don't you think you'll lose chances if you don't get things done quickly? It's hard to succeed, you know. If you put things off until the last second, you'll make mistakes. M: Hey, don't be so hard on me. You haven't listened to my whole story yet. I just procrastinate at night. W: At night? But you still put things off. M: No. I just procrastinate till the morning. I'm an early bird. I'm best in the mornings, and that's how I study. I wake up at 5 and get my job done. W: Oh, that's a SPECIAL kind of procrastination. I HAVE read that studying and working in the morning is really a good way. Maybe I should try it. M: Yeah. The early bird catches the worm, you know! You can get good ideas in the mornings. Also, the time is limited, so you can feel the time pressure, too. W: How do you spend your time at night? M: I just read books for fun, and sleep well. Hey, let's finish working. We have to procrastinate! This work can wait till tomorrow morning. Let's go. W: Ken, it's still 3 in the afternoon! [ (218) Homework Stress ] [ Scene: A late evening in a library ] M: What's up? You look a little stressed out. W: I was working on an important report, but then my computer crashed and I lost it all!! M: Really? Didn't you back up the file? W: Well, I probably should have, but I never expected my computer to crash. I just bought it last month! M: Oh, really? You must have picked a bad one then! But, you know, nobody ever expects their computer to crash. It just happens! That's why you're supposed to back up your files! W: I know, but I just needed to finish it and turn it in today. Then I'd be done with it! M: Yeah, but now you have to start all over again, don't you? W: Uhg! Don't remind me! I'll have to stay up all night rewriting it now. And even then I might not be able to finish. M: It's a lot of work, I'm sure. But at least you remember a bit of what you want to write, so it shouldn't take as long as it did before. W: Yeah, it'll only take three hours instead of six. M: Don't be so pessimistic! Worrying about it isn't going to help you any, right? W: No, it won't, but how am I supposed to NOT worry? M: I don't know. Just, make a pot of coffee, put on some up-beat, energizing music, and start writing! It'll probably be easier than you think. W: That's easy for you to say! You're not the one who has to write it. M: The sooner you start, the sooner you'll finish. And then you can properly relax and not have to worry about it anymore. W: Alright. That's a good point. Well, wish me luck! M: Good luck! You're going to need it! [ (75) Halloween: Trying to Scare the Teacher! ] M: Hey Becky, what are you going to be for the Halloween party this year? W: Hmm... I was thinking of dressing up as the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland. How about you? M: I was thinking of being a ghoul. W: Really? But the party theme this year is fictional characters. M: Yeah, I know. I'll probably change my costume later to match the theme. I was going to use the ghoul outfit right before the party. W: For what? M: If I tell you, you have to join in on my plan, alright? W: OK, fine. I'm in. What are you thinking of? M: I think we should scare Mr. Smith. He lives right down the street. We can get him back for all of the detentions and homework he gives us in school. W: Hmm. Sounds a bit risky. What if he finds out who we are? I think he'll notice since my face is showing. Plus, a queen doesn't exactly look scary! M: Exactly. I was thinking that we dress up as a ghoul and a werewolf. I have costumes from last year. We can use those. W: Fine. I guess it's OK, as long as I get to be the ghoul. [ Knocks on the door. M and W voices sound scary. Smith screams. ] M: Good evening Mr. Samuel Smith. We have come to free the demons within you. W: Step forward and we will begin the exorcism. [ M & W voice evil laughs. ] Smith: Exorcism? What is this nonsense? Take off your masks! W: These are not masks. Smith: Of course they are. Take them off or I'll . . . M: Silence! You shall speak no more. You have been an evil teacher. W: You give much too much homework. You gave an unfair detention to Kyle last week. You deserve to be. . . M: Becky. No! Why did you use my name? Smith: Hey, wait a minute. Kyle and Becky. I KNEW those voices sounded familiar. You will both be in detention for the rest of the semester! Happy Halloween! [ Smith voices an evil laugh ]

Download MP3 ８月の５週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この８年間に配信した284本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。 このお盆休み中、久しぶりに再会した人たちとお酒を飲む機会も多かったのではないでしょうか。そこで今回は「お酒」にまつわるエピソードを集めました。振り返れば、本ポッドキャストには飲酒の話題を取り上げた回が結構ありました…もちろん、お酒は20歳になってから！ （初級〜中級）*** Script *** [ (47) Drinking Parties ] M: Hey, Inez, how was your weekend? W: It was OK - I went to a drinking party on Saturday night. M: A drinking party? You drink a lot? W: No, I didn't. But my Japanese friends drank a lot of beer. They played some games, and the people who lost had to drink! Sometimes they drank it all in a single gulp. I was really a little surprised. They were really crazy about drinking. M: I see. Did you hear about the news that a Japanese student in a very famous university died from drinking too much? W: Oh. That's sad. But I can imagine how much he drank! At drinking parties, Japanese students don't stop drinking until they get badly drunk. Sometimes I just wonder why they have to do that. I don't drink much and I've never been drunk before，so I don't know how it feels to be drunk, but I just wonder why they wanna drink that much. M: Sometimes, you see, they don't really wanna drink that much, but their friends push them. I think it's peer pressure that makes them have to drink that much. W: Exactly: peer pressure. But anyway, I didn't drink that much. I just ordered some kind of soft drink with a little alcohol. It wasn't worth it for me, cause I paid 3,000 yen for a drink buffet. M: Haha, Oh, poor Inez! W: But that's not the main problem. Maybe because I didn't drink as much as my Japanese friends, I just felt I couldn't get into their talk, and I felt bad that I spent 3,000 yen and didn't like it very much. M: Hey, Inez, I have a question: why don't you drink just a little beer? I don't think you'll be forced to drink as much as your Japanese friends, so you don't have to worry about it at all. So why not drink just a little? W: Maybe that's why I didn't have such a good time. I still have the impression that it's not good for girls to drink alcohol. M: Ho ho. Kind of an old-fashioned idea? [ (120) The Morning After ] Scene: In the kitchen. M: Good morning! Well, you look exactly how I feel! W: I know. Right. I feel so hungover. How much did we drink last night? M: I have no idea, but I'll tell you this: I'm not drinking like that again for a long time! W: What were we even drinking? I remember we started with beers at that one bar, and then we had some whiskey, and then…? M: Then we went to that new club down the road and had god-knows-how-many shots of sambuca and tequila! Ah! I'm hanging like a bad painting! W: Here: a nice cup of tea will make us feel much better. M: And a fry up. Pass me the bacon and eggs, would you? W: So, do you remember getting with that girl last night? M: What!? W: Yeah, you went outside and were chatting with that girl for ages. The next thing I knew, you were all over each other! You two were really going for it! M: Oh, my gosh. I remember her! W: And you spilled so many of your drinks last night! M: So THAT explains why my shirt is so wrecked. W: And one girl almost slapped you when you nearly threw up on her shoes! M: Are you serious!? OK, so, let's not go back there for a while! W: You were such a mess! M: Oh no! And my bike's still outside that bar! W: Yeah, you tried to ride it back home but fell off into the bushes and we had to carry you home. M: What is my problem!? And why do I do this every time I have to write an essay! W: Isn't it due in tomorrow? M: I know, and I haven't even started! [ (172) Which Beer Is Best? ] M: [Sigh] I miss drinking beer in the US. W: Why? You don't like the beer here? M: No. I DO. It's just... Japanese beer all seems very light and refreshing. Don't get me wrong, Asahi, Sapporo, Kirin are definitely good. It's just, sometimes, I miss the VARIETY of beer in America. W: Really? Because I've heard that American beer isn't all that great. M: Well, we definitely have some bad national brands, but we also have a lot of great local brews. And if American beer is not what you're into, in the US it's extremely easy to get your hands on pretty much any beer you want-German, Belgian, African, Indian, even Japanese! W: Well, is there any other discontent you would like to express today? M: Well, actually... I don't understand canned beer in Japan. W: What? Canned beer? M: Pretty much any beer worth drinking in the States comes in a bottle or is on tap. It's kind of rare to drink canned beer, unless you're at a college party, or just running low on money. Especially I miss beer on tap. W: You mean when they pull the handle and it comes out of the spout, right? M: Exactly! W: You can definitely find that in bars in Japan. M: Yes, but they have tap beer in most restaurants in America, and they usually have about five different varieties. One of the bars in my university's city has 50 different beers on tap, and rotates them daily! W: Every day new kinds of beer? Wow, that seems a little excessive. M: Probably so, but at least there is no lack of options. W: So, you don't want another beer is what I'm hearing? M: Oh no, no, no. Wait, wait! I never said that! W: But it's in a can and everything. M: Hey, beer is beer! [ (268) A Great Drink ] A Great Drink Situation: At a party. Greg is acting quite drunk. Maria is not. W: Hey Greg. How's it going? M: Hey, Maria. I'm great! Isn't this party awesome? W: Yeah, it's not bad. You seem to be having a great time! M: Oh yeah, I'm having a blast! I was just chasing the chickens around the garden! It was great! W: You what? The chickens? M: Oh yeah, I felt like doing something crazy. Before that I played beer pong with Charlie -- he kicked my ass. But it was great fun. W: Oh, so you're drinking tonight? M: Yeah, I managed to score this bottle of wine -- took it from my parent's alcohol stash! W: You're drinking wine? Wow! I love wine too, although I prefer red wine. M: Mmm, well, this white wine is good stuff too! So fruity! So gooood! W: You've drunk a lot already, huh? M: Yeah, it's absolutely delicious! I don't know what it is exactly, though, because the label is all in French. But it IS good stuff. And strong! I am really feeling it! W: Hmm, I think I've had this drink before, actually. M: You have? I've never heard of it before! Where did you have it? W: At my little sister's 7th birthday party. This isn't wine, Greg … it's apple juice! M: Ugh … what??

Download MP3 ８月の５週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この８年間に配信した284本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。 このお盆休み中、久しぶりに再会した人たちとお酒を飲む機会も多かったのではないでしょうか。そこで今回は「お酒」にまつわるエピソードを集めました。振り返れば、本ポッドキャストには飲酒の話題を取り上げた回が結構ありました…もちろん、お酒は20歳になってから！ （初級〜中級）*** Script *** [ (47) Drinking Parties ] M: Hey, Inez, how was your weekend? W: It was OK - I went to a drinking party on Saturday night. M: A drinking party? You drink a lot? W: No, I didn't. But my Japanese friends drank a lot of beer. They played some games, and the people who lost had to drink! Sometimes they drank it all in a single gulp. I was really a little surprised. They were really crazy about drinking. M: I see. Did you hear about the news that a Japanese student in a very famous university died from drinking too much? W: Oh. That's sad. But I can imagine how much he drank! At drinking parties, Japanese students don't stop drinking until they get badly drunk. Sometimes I just wonder why they have to do that. I don't drink much and I've never been drunk before，so I don't know how it feels to be drunk, but I just wonder why they wanna drink that much. M: Sometimes, you see, they don't really wanna drink that much, but their friends push them. I think it's peer pressure that makes them have to drink that much. W: Exactly: peer pressure. But anyway, I didn't drink that much. I just ordered some kind of soft drink with a little alcohol. It wasn't worth it for me, cause I paid 3,000 yen for a drink buffet. M: Haha, Oh, poor Inez! W: But that's not the main problem. Maybe because I didn't drink as much as my Japanese friends, I just felt I couldn't get into their talk, and I felt bad that I spent 3,000 yen and didn't like it very much. M: Hey, Inez, I have a question: why don't you drink just a little beer? I don't think you'll be forced to drink as much as your Japanese friends, so you don't have to worry about it at all. So why not drink just a little? W: Maybe that's why I didn't have such a good time. I still have the impression that it's not good for girls to drink alcohol. M: Ho ho. Kind of an old-fashioned idea? [ (120) The Morning After ] Scene: In the kitchen. M: Good morning! Well, you look exactly how I feel! W: I know. Right. I feel so hungover. How much did we drink last night? M: I have no idea, but I'll tell you this: I'm not drinking like that again for a long time! W: What were we even drinking? I remember we started with beers at that one bar, and then we had some whiskey, and then…? M: Then we went to that new club down the road and had god-knows-how-many shots of sambuca and tequila! Ah! I'm hanging like a bad painting! W: Here: a nice cup of tea will make us feel much better. M: And a fry up. Pass me the bacon and eggs, would you? W: So, do you remember getting with that girl last night? M: What!? W: Yeah, you went outside and were chatting with that girl for ages. The next thing I knew, you were all over each other! You two were really going for it! M: Oh, my gosh. I remember her! W: And you spilled so many of your drinks last night! M: So THAT explains why my shirt is so wrecked. W: And one girl almost slapped you when you nearly threw up on her shoes! M: Are you serious!? OK, so, let's not go back there for a while! W: You were such a mess! M: Oh no! And my bike's still outside that bar! W: Yeah, you tried to ride it back home but fell off into the bushes and we had to carry you home. M: What is my problem!? And why do I do this every time I have to write an essay! W: Isn't it due in tomorrow? M: I know, and I haven't even started! [ (172) Which Beer Is Best? ] M: [Sigh] I miss drinking beer in the US. W: Why? You don't like the beer here? M: No. I DO. It's just... Japanese beer all seems very light and refreshing. Don't get me wrong, Asahi, Sapporo, Kirin are definitely good. It's just, sometimes, I miss the VARIETY of beer in America. W: Really? Because I've heard that American beer isn't all that great. M: Well, we definitely have some bad national brands, but we also have a lot of great local brews. And if American beer is not what you're into, in the US it's extremely easy to get your hands on pretty much any beer you want-German, Belgian, African, Indian, even Japanese! W: Well, is there any other discontent you would like to express today? M: Well, actually... I don't understand canned beer in Japan. W: What? Canned beer? M: Pretty much any beer worth drinking in the States comes in a bottle or is on tap. It's kind of rare to drink canned beer, unless you're at a college party, or just running low on money. Especially I miss beer on tap. W: You mean when they pull the handle and it comes out of the spout, right? M: Exactly! W: You can definitely find that in bars in Japan. M: Yes, but they have tap beer in most restaurants in America, and they usually have about five different varieties. One of the bars in my university's city has 50 different beers on tap, and rotates them daily! W: Every day new kinds of beer? Wow, that seems a little excessive. M: Probably so, but at least there is no lack of options. W: So, you don't want another beer is what I'm hearing? M: Oh no, no, no. Wait, wait! I never said that! W: But it's in a can and everything. M: Hey, beer is beer! [ (268) A Great Drink ] A Great Drink Situation: At a party. Greg is acting quite drunk. Maria is not. W: Hey Greg. How's it going? M: Hey, Maria. I'm great! Isn't this party awesome? W: Yeah, it's not bad. You seem to be having a great time! M: Oh yeah, I'm having a blast! I was just chasing the chickens around the garden! It was great! W: You what? The chickens? M: Oh yeah, I felt like doing something crazy. Before that I played beer pong with Charlie -- he kicked my ass. But it was great fun. W: Oh, so you're drinking tonight? M: Yeah, I managed to score this bottle of wine -- took it from my parent's alcohol stash! W: You're drinking wine? Wow! I love wine too, although I prefer red wine. M: Mmm, well, this white wine is good stuff too! So fruity! So gooood! W: You've drunk a lot already, huh? M: Yeah, it's absolutely delicious! I don't know what it is exactly, though, because the label is all in French. But it IS good stuff. And strong! I am really feeling it! W: Hmm, I think I've had this drink before, actually. M: You have? I've never heard of it before! Where did you have it? W: At my little sister's 7th birthday party. This isn't wine, Greg … it's apple juice! M: Ugh … what??

Download MP3 ８月の５週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この８年間に配信した284本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。 今回は、「仕事」にまつわるエピソードの特集です。それも、教育実習、アルバイト、就職面接など、大学生にとって身近な場面ばかりを集めました。まとめて聞くと、どの登場人物にも、それぞれ将来の夢や野望があるようですね。 （初級〜中級）*** Script *** [ (31) Teaching Practice ] M: Hey, Saori! It's been a while! How have you been? W: Hey, Mike. I had teaching practice at a junior high for a month. So that's why you haven't seen me around. M: Oh, I didn't know that you were trying to get a teaching license. So you'll be a teacher, will you? W: Actually, probably not. Of course, teaching is an option in the future. But Mike, you know, I really really want to be a researcher, right? M: Yeah, that's what I thought. So I was surprised when you said... W: If I take just a few classes in teacher education, I can get a license. Which means, I can be a certificated teacher for no extra tuition! Pretty lucky, hey? M: Boy, that is interesting. So, how was the practice teaching? W: Very hard! I thought teaching would only be fun, because I like kids. But now I think teaching is the toughest job around, and I have a lot of respect for teachers. M: So, tell me more about the practice teaching. What was so hard? W: Hmmm... I think the hardest thing was….not to teach wrong … and to keep the quality of teaching high….I think. M: What do you mean? W: Well, I didn't teach the materials wrong. I studied a lot before the classes. And I was ready to teach. But on the first day, when I stood up in front of students, my mind suddenly went blank! At first, I didn't know what to say! M: Ho, teaching IS tough, huh? W: Yeah, it is. But later I found the real joy of teaching. When I taught, and looked into their eyes, children responded to me. Of course, there were many problem kids. But if I tried to understand them, and faced them, I could see that they were learning! That was really impressive, and I was so touched. So, in conclusion, it's true that teaching is tough, but at the same time, it's also rewarding! [ (60) Part-time Jobs and Big Dreams ] W: Hey, what are you up to, Ken? M: Oh, hi Jane. I'm just looking for a part-time job. I've been searching for about a month, but no luck. Are you doing a part-time job, Jane? W: Yeah, I'm teaching English at an English school. 5 days a week. M: Wow. Isn't it hard? W: Not much. It's fun! And I work at a café two days a week. M: No way! How much money do you get a week, anyways? And what are you gonna do with the money? W: That's a secret. M: But your dad's the president of a cell phone company. You don't need to work, do you? W: Well, I wanna have my own money to make my dream come true. M: And… how could you get such good grades last semester? You got all A's! I got Cs, and a D…and even some E's, I think! W: …Ha, ha… [ in a soft voice ] That's because I have two me's: working Jane and studying Jane. M: What? W: Oh, nothing. So, what kind of jobs are you looking for? M: …You are weird. Umm…It would be great if I could have a chance to talk with non-Japanese people at work. Do you know any good places where non-Japanese often get together around here? W: How about the gym near Hiroshima Station? I go there every Thursday, and I often see a lot of foreigners there. M: That sounds good for me! I like sports too… Yes!! That gym's looking for some workers! I'll apply there! W: Good on you! M: Hey, Jane, tell me about your secret. Why are you working so hard? W: Hmm… Can you really keep a secret? M: Yes, I promise! W: Oh… OK, it's just that… [ talking in a tiny voice ] M: [ in a big voice ] you're going to take over your dad's company!? [ (136) The Power of Colors ] M: Hi Ms. Yamada. Please sit down. So, could you tell me a bit about yourself? W: Sure, nice to meet you, Mr. Reynolds. I'm Yamada, Noriko Yamada. This March I'll graduate from Rainbow University. I major in architecture. Especially, I've studied a lot about color designs. During college, in my club, we've done a lot of volunteer and charity work. For example, we advise government offices and companies about the colors of study rooms, city stations, and libraries. I'm sure that my experience and knowledge about colors will help XY Publishing. M: OK. Why would you like to work here? W: Well, I'd like to work at XY Publishing because I think I can make the most of my abilities here. Since you're in the magazine publishing business, I'll try to use my knowledge of colors to excite the readers. To be honest, your magazines made me green with envy when I first saw them. They are so colorful and charming. But I think I could make them even better! M: For example, what could you do to improve the magazines? W: I'd like to change the world of magazines! The psychological effects of colors have been undervalued. I believe that understanding the science of colors is the key to exciting readers. So, I'll make the magazines more artistic by using tones of color variations. I know it'll be hard, and I'll have to get past some red tape and other obstacles, but nothing's going to stop me! M: Boy, you have ambition, Ms. Yamada. How are you feeling now? W: I felt a bit blue before having this interview, but I feel better now because I'm trying as hard as I can. I hope to get the green light to work at XY Publishing! M: OK. We'll roll out the red carpet to welcome you, Ms. Yamada! Our company's been seeking somebody who has an expertise in colors. We'd be happy to have you! W: Oh, thank you, sir! Your offer just came out of blue! M: Well, we find a person like you once in a blue moon, you know. I really think you can help the layout designs of the magazines. W: Oh, I'm tickled pink with your offer! Excuse me, my language, but from now on I have to be as good as gold, because I'm now an employee of XY Publishing! I'm so happy, sir! [ (240) Piano Delivery ] M: [ panting ] Remind me again why we decided to become piano deliverymen. This lady lives on the 8th floor, and we've only made it up to the third floor! My arms already feel like spaghetti! W: It's piano delivery WOMAN! And I'll tell you why: this is all part of the four-year plan. Remember? M: Um... I'm so exhausted right now that I can hardly remember my own mother's name! Why don't you jog my memory? W: [ sighs ] Fine, Bruce. This is the last time I'm going to explain it to you. M: I CAN'T guarantee that. W: [ huffing ] Alright, the four-year plan is to work as piano delivery men... Ahem... piano delivery PEOPLE for two years in order to build up core body strength. Then, we spend the next two years training to be professional wrestlers. With the kind of strength we'll get from this job, we can become world champions! M: Wait, that four-year plan? You actually still think that's gonna work? I'm just working this job so I can see the inside of all the attractive women's houses in this city! W: You really are a hopeless pervert, aren't you? M: Hold that thought. I think my back's about to give out! W: You say something? M: Gahhhhh! [ Bruce grimaces in pain and the cracking of his back is clearly audible. Bruce drops the piano and it falls down all three flights of stairs to its concrete grave. ] W: What the... Bruce?! Do you know what you've just done!? You've ruined the four-year plan! M: Forget the four-year plan and just get me to a hospital! [ shudders in pain ]

Download MP3 ８月の５週間は、恒例の「超濃縮！やさしい英語会話」です。この８年間に配信した284本の「やさしい英語会話」よりエピソードを厳選し、毎回４本分を濃縮してお届けします。ナチュラルスピードの会話をスクリプトとともにお楽しみください。 今回は、「仕事」にまつわるエピソードの特集です。それも、教育実習、アルバイト、就職面接など、大学生にとって身近な場面ばかりを集めました。まとめて聞くと、どの登場人物にも、それぞれ将来の夢や野望があるようですね。 （初級〜中級）*** Script *** [ (31) Teaching Practice ] M: Hey, Saori! It's been a while! How have you been? W: Hey, Mike. I had teaching practice at a junior high for a month. So that's why you haven't seen me around. M: Oh, I didn't know that you were trying to get a teaching license. So you'll be a teacher, will you? W: Actually, probably not. Of course, teaching is an option in the future. But Mike, you know, I really really want to be a researcher, right? M: Yeah, that's what I thought. So I was surprised when you said... W: If I take just a few classes in teacher education, I can get a license. Which means, I can be a certificated teacher for no extra tuition! Pretty lucky, hey? M: Boy, that is interesting. So, how was the practice teaching? W: Very hard! I thought teaching would only be fun, because I like kids. But now I think teaching is the toughest job around, and I have a lot of respect for teachers. M: So, tell me more about the practice teaching. What was so hard? W: Hmmm... I think the hardest thing was….not to teach wrong … and to keep the quality of teaching high….I think. M: What do you mean? W: Well, I didn't teach the materials wrong. I studied a lot before the classes. And I was ready to teach. But on the first day, when I stood up in front of students, my mind suddenly went blank! At first, I didn't know what to say! M: Ho, teaching IS tough, huh? W: Yeah, it is. But later I found the real joy of teaching. When I taught, and looked into their eyes, children responded to me. Of course, there were many problem kids. But if I tried to understand them, and faced them, I could see that they were learning! That was really impressive, and I was so touched. So, in conclusion, it's true that teaching is tough, but at the same time, it's also rewarding! [ (60) Part-time Jobs and Big Dreams ] W: Hey, what are you up to, Ken? M: Oh, hi Jane. I'm just looking for a part-time job. I've been searching for about a month, but no luck. Are you doing a part-time job, Jane? W: Yeah, I'm teaching English at an English school. 5 days a week. M: Wow. Isn't it hard? W: Not much. It's fun! And I work at a café two days a week. M: No way! How much money do you get a week, anyways? And what are you gonna do with the money? W: That's a secret. M: But your dad's the president of a cell phone company. You don't need to work, do you? W: Well, I wanna have my own money to make my dream come true. M: And… how could you get such good grades last semester? You got all A's! I got Cs, and a D…and even some E's, I think! W: …Ha, ha… [ in a soft voice ] That's because I have two me's: working Jane and studying Jane. M: What? W: Oh, nothing. So, what kind of jobs are you looking for? M: …You are weird. Umm…It would be great if I could have a chance to talk with non-Japanese people at work. Do you know any good places where non-Japanese often get together around here? W: How about the gym near Hiroshima Station? I go there every Thursday, and I often see a lot of foreigners there. M: That sounds good for me! I like sports too… Yes!! That gym's looking for some workers! I'll apply there! W: Good on you! M: Hey, Jane, tell me about your secret. Why are you working so hard? W: Hmm… Can you really keep a secret? M: Yes, I promise! W: Oh… OK, it's just that… [ talking in a tiny voice ] M: [ in a big voice ] you're going to take over your dad's company!? [ (136) The Power of Colors ] M: Hi Ms. Yamada. Please sit down. So, could you tell me a bit about yourself? W: Sure, nice to meet you, Mr. Reynolds. I'm Yamada, Noriko Yamada. This March I'll graduate from Rainbow University. I major in architecture. Especially, I've studied a lot about color designs. During college, in my club, we've done a lot of volunteer and charity work. For example, we advise government offices and companies about the colors of study rooms, city stations, and libraries. I'm sure that my experience and knowledge about colors will help XY Publishing. M: OK. Why would you like to work here? W: Well, I'd like to work at XY Publishing because I think I can make the most of my abilities here. Since you're in the magazine publishing business, I'll try to use my knowledge of colors to excite the readers. To be honest, your magazines made me green with envy when I first saw them. They are so colorful and charming. But I think I could make them even better! M: For example, what could you do to improve the magazines? W: I'd like to change the world of magazines! The psychological effects of colors have been undervalued. I believe that understanding the science of colors is the key to exciting readers. So, I'll make the magazines more artistic by using tones of color variations. I know it'll be hard, and I'll have to get past some red tape and other obstacles, but nothing's going to stop me! M: Boy, you have ambition, Ms. Yamada. How are you feeling now? W: I felt a bit blue before having this interview, but I feel better now because I'm trying as hard as I can. I hope to get the green light to work at XY Publishing! M: OK. We'll roll out the red carpet to welcome you, Ms. Yamada! Our company's been seeking somebody who has an expertise in colors. We'd be happy to have you! W: Oh, thank you, sir! Your offer just came out of blue! M: Well, we find a person like you once in a blue moon, you know. I really think you can help the layout designs of the magazines. W: Oh, I'm tickled pink with your offer! Excuse me, my language, but from now on I have to be as good as gold, because I'm now an employee of XY Publishing! I'm so happy, sir! [ (240) Piano Delivery ] M: [ panting ] Remind me again why we decided to become piano deliverymen. This lady lives on the 8th floor, and we've only made it up to the third floor! My arms already feel like spaghetti! W: It's piano delivery WOMAN! And I'll tell you why: this is all part of the four-year plan. Remember? M: Um... I'm so exhausted right now that I can hardly remember my own mother's name! Why don't you jog my memory? W: [ sighs ] Fine, Bruce. This is the last time I'm going to explain it to you. M: I CAN'T guarantee that. W: [ huffing ] Alright, the four-year plan is to work as piano delivery men... Ahem... piano delivery PEOPLE for two years in order to build up core body strength. Then, we spend the next two years training to be professional wrestlers. With the kind of strength we'll get from this job, we can become world champions! M: Wait, that four-year plan? You actually still think that's gonna work? I'm just working this job so I can see the inside of all the attractive women's houses in this city! W: You really are a hopeless pervert, aren't you? M: Hold that thought. I think my back's about to give out! W: You say something? M: Gahhhhh! [ Bruce grimaces in pain and the cracking of his back is clearly audible. Bruce drops the piano and it falls down all three flights of stairs to its concrete grave. ] W: What the... Bruce?! Do you know what you've just done!? You've ruined the four-year plan! M: Forget the four-year plan and just get me to a hospital! [ shudders in pain ]

Download MP3 今月の「やさしい英語会話」では、オーストラリアに関する話題をお届けします。今回はオーストラリアで人気のスポーツについてのエピソードです。 オーストラリアと言えば、野球やサッカーの代表戦でたびたび日本の強敵として立ちはだかってきた国。でも、これらのスポーツはこの国で特に人気が高いわけではなさそうです。オーストラリアで最も人気があるのは、日本ではあまり知られていないあのスポーツだそうです…。 （初級〜中級） *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） AFL = Australian Football League cricket クリケット rather 少し、かなり protective gear プロテクター blokes = （イギリス・オーストラリア）guys (to) consist of 構成する potentially もしかすると (to) go on 続く *** Script *** There's Not Much Baseball in Australia M: So, we finally get to see a Carp game! Are you excited? W: Yeah! I've never seen a baseball game before. M: Really!? Never? W: Yeah, it's not really popular in Australia. M: Then, what is popular in Australia? W: Football. And we have rugby and AFL. Everyone loves a good game of footy. And cricket. I think it's more fun to play; it's rather boring to watch. M: What do you mean by football? American football or European football? W: We call European football "soccer." Our football is like American football, I guess. But our players don't wear the huge shoulder pads and protective gear. They're tougher than the American blokes. M: That sounds a bit dangerous. Then, what about cricket? W: I always assumed it was a little like baseball. Someone throws a ball, someone hits the ball with a bat, and lots of other people try and catch it. M: Is that all you know about baseball? W: Yes. M: OK, so, baseball is divided into sections called innings. Each inning involves both teams batting and fielding. And the game consists of at least nine innings. W: "At least" nine innings? M: If the teams are tied after the ninth inning, the game continues. W: So, the game could potentially go on for a long while? M: Yeah, don't worry too much, though. The game is pretty entertaining. So I think you'll enjoy it. W: Alright then, let's get this party started!... When does the game start? M: In about an hour. W: Ugghh, then I'm going to get some food. (Written by Stella-Maree Trounson)

Download MP3 今月の「やさしい英語会話」では、オーストラリアに関する話題をお届けします。今回はオーストラリアで人気のスポーツについてのエピソードです。 オーストラリアと言えば、野球やサッカーの代表戦でたびたび日本の強敵として立ちはだかってきた国。でも、これらのスポーツはこの国で特に人気が高いわけではなさそうです。オーストラリアで最も人気があるのは、日本ではあまり知られていないあのスポーツだそうです…。 （初級〜中級） *** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） AFL = Australian Football League cricket クリケット rather 少し、かなり protective gear プロテクター blokes = （イギリス・オーストラリア）guys (to) consist of 構成する potentially もしかすると (to) go on 続く *** Script *** There's Not Much Baseball in Australia M: So, we finally get to see a Carp game! Are you excited? W: Yeah! I've never seen a baseball game before. M: Really!? Never? W: Yeah, it's not really popular in Australia. M: Then, what is popular in Australia? W: Football. And we have rugby and AFL. Everyone loves a good game of footy. And cricket. I think it's more fun to play; it's rather boring to watch. M: What do you mean by football? American football or European football? W: We call European football "soccer." Our football is like American football, I guess. But our players don't wear the huge shoulder pads and protective gear. They're tougher than the American blokes. M: That sounds a bit dangerous. Then, what about cricket? W: I always assumed it was a little like baseball. Someone throws a ball, someone hits the ball with a bat, and lots of other people try and catch it. M: Is that all you know about baseball? W: Yes. M: OK, so, baseball is divided into sections called innings. Each inning involves both teams batting and fielding. And the game consists of at least nine innings. W: "At least" nine innings? M: If the teams are tied after the ninth inning, the game continues. W: So, the game could potentially go on for a long while? M: Yeah, don't worry too much, though. The game is pretty entertaining. So I think you'll enjoy it. W: Alright then, let's get this party started!... When does the game start? M: In about an hour. W: Ugghh, then I'm going to get some food. (Written by Stella-Maree Trounson)

Download MP3 来月はジューンブライドの月。これにちなみ、今回はニュージーランドでの結婚式をテーマにした会話をお届けします。結婚式といえば、日本では普通のある風習が、この国では一般的ではないようです。それは一体何でしょうか…。 （初級〜中級）*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） can afford 〜を買う余裕がある since = since he came to New Zealand suitable = appropriate the amount for which is determined by その額は〜によって決められる Isn't that not what you do here? ここ（ニュージーランド）ではそういう習慣はないの？ ※Isn't that not...で、強い驚きや疑問を表す。 (to) symbolise 象徴する ※米語ではsymbolize。 (to) move 引っ越す (to) pre-book 予約する (to) grab 取ってくる *** Script *** Wedding Presents W: Hey! Are you ready for the wedding next week? It's your first time ever to go to a wedding in New Zealand, right? M: Yeah. But I don't know how I'm going to afford it; I've spent so much money since I came to New Zealand. W: What do you mean? M: Well, John, the groom, and I have become really good friends since, so I just don't know how I'm going to afford "the oiwai." W: "The oiwai? What's that? M: The wedding money. I think for John something around 30,000 yen would be suitable. W: Oh! I see! So in Japan, the 'wedding gift' is a gift of money, the amount for which is determined by your relationship to the couple? M: Yeah, isn't that not what you do here? W: Generally not. Usually guests give a wedding gift, something that they think the couple would like, or that symbolises their new life together, or maybe something that they will need and can use when they move in together. M: What did you get for them? W: Well, I pre-booked a couples spa treatment for them. M: Hmm… What should I get them? W: YOU DONT HAVE ANYTHING YET? M: No… W: Ugh, grab your coat! M: Why? W: I NEED TO TAKE YOU SHOPPING! (Written by Stella-Maree Trounson)

Download MP3 来月はジューンブライドの月。これにちなみ、今回はニュージーランドでの結婚式をテーマにした会話をお届けします。結婚式といえば、日本では普通のある風習が、この国では一般的ではないようです。それは一体何でしょうか…。 （初級〜中級）*** It's a Good Expression *** （今回の重要表現） can afford 〜を買う余裕がある since = since he came to New Zealand suitable = appropriate the amount for which is determined by その額は〜によって決められる Isn't that not what you do here? ここ（ニュージーランド）ではそういう習慣はないの？ ※Isn't that not...で、強い驚きや疑問を表す。 (to) symbolise 象徴する ※米語ではsymbolize。 (to) move 引っ越す (to) pre-book 予約する (to) grab 取ってくる *** Script *** Wedding Presents W: Hey! Are you ready for the wedding next week? It's your first time ever to go to a wedding in New Zealand, right? M: Yeah. But I don't know how I'm going to afford it; I've spent so much money since I came to New Zealand. W: What do you mean? M: Well, John, the groom, and I have become really good friends since, so I just don't know how I'm going to afford "the oiwai." W: "The oiwai? What's that? M: The wedding money. I think for John something around 30,000 yen would be suitable. W: Oh! I see! So in Japan, the 'wedding gift' is a gift of money, the amount for which is determined by your relationship to the couple? M: Yeah, isn't that not what you do here? W: Generally not. Usually guests give a wedding gift, something that they think the couple would like, or that symbolises their new life together, or maybe something that they will need and can use when they move in together. M: What did you get for them? W: Well, I pre-booked a couples spa treatment for them. M: Hmm… What should I get them? W: YOU DONT HAVE ANYTHING YET? M: No… W: Ugh, grab your coat! M: Why? W: I NEED TO TAKE YOU SHOPPING! (Written by Stella-Maree Trounson)