Podcasts about Norwegian

Watch this episode in Full Video: https://youtu.be/gyrHG74hIHA High in a cold Norwegian valley, a strange light burns without source or mercy. It hovers. It pulses. It darts across the night sky, as if guided by something that remembers what it once was. For decades, the people of Hessdalen have watched these orbs—yellow, white, sometimes blood red—drift over their quiet town like uninvited saints or patient hunters. Scientists came with instruments. Soldiers came with silence. The faithful came with stories. And still, the lights came back. They do not speak. They do not land. They only glow—and vanish—leaving behind a question that hums through the rock and bone of anyone who sees them: What if the sky itself is alive? In this episode, we descend into the valley's strange heartbeat—examining the data, the folklore, and the unnerving possibility that the Hessdalen phenomenon isn't merely weather, or plasma, or alien craft… but a reflection of us, flickering back through the dark. So light a candle. Dim the room. And listen as the Sofa King crew chases the ghost that Norway can't explain. – Project Hessdalen official site: hessdalen.org hessdalen.org– “A Long-Term Scientific Survey of the Hessdalen Phenomenon” – Teodorani, 2004. hessdalen.org+1 #Hessdalen #MysteriousLights #UFO #AtmosphericPhenomena #NorwayMystery #Unexplained #ScienceVsMystery

Despite their improvement in the table from last year to this year, the soundtrack of Tottenham's season is starting to become "BOOOOOO." The boys share their thoughts on Spurs' latest meek showing against Chelsea and weigh in on the fans increasing discontent. Then, we discuss "that Erling Haaland team" as the spectacular Norwegian strikes again! Could City actually be too reliant on their number 9 and what do we make of Pep's shifting style of play? Plus, Ollie Glasner voices his complaints with the USMNT, JJ voices his complaints with Liverpool (despite the win) and Andrew winds up in a group chat that he's not supposed to be in.For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! To sign up, just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)!And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Erling Haaland is enjoying a remarkable season and so are all of his FPL owners, but outside of the Norwegian forward, it's difficult to know which Man City team-mate to pick

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Day 1,349.Today, as reports emerge that General Budanov, head of Ukraine's military intelligence, travelled to the embattled frontline city of Pokrovsk, we sit down with former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, who led the alliance in the first years of the full-scale invasion. We also speak with Norwegian filmmaker Tommy Gulliksen about his powerful new documentary Facing War – which takes viewers inside the rooms where Stoltenberg and world leaders made pivotal decisions that shaped the course of the conflict.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.With thanks to former NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg. @jensstoltenbergdocumentary on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Learn more about ‘Facing War' - new film about Jens Stoltenberg by Tommy Gulliksen:https://m.imdb.com/title/tt35671816/ Ukraine special forces launch helicopter raid to stop Russian encirclement (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/11/01/ukraine-special-forces-helicopter-assault-pokrovsk/ Draft dodger who jumped from moving train faces deportation to Russia (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/11/01/draft-dodger-who-jumped-moving-train-deportation-russia/ Russia deploys 170,000 troops in battle for Pokrovsk (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/10/31/russia-deploys-170000-troops-battle-pokrovsk/ ‘How to Negotiate with Putin' by Robert Person (Journal of Democracy):https://www.journalofdemocracy.org/online-exclusive/how-to-negotiate-with-putin/ Zelensky Is Winning Trump Voters Over (Wall Street Journal):https://www.wsj.com/opinion/zelensky-is-winning-trump-voters-over-72d5f6c1?reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the partnership between Haaland and Cherki take the Norwegian superstar to another level? Why is Declan Rice the key to giving Arsenal so much control? Who do Wolves turn to next after sacking Vitor Pereira following an eighth defeat in ten league games this season? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss an important win for Liverpool after Arne Slot's gamble in midweek and a worrying performance from Spurs. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football Find your local Greene King sports pub and book your seat at https://www.greeneking.co.uk Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It's time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It's FREE to join and as a member, you'll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com. https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Sindre's Golden Pursuit: A Shoemaker's Autumn Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-03-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Solens stråler kastet et varmt, gyllent lys over det travle markedet.En: The sun's rays cast a warm, golden light over the busy market.No: Det var høst, og de mange farger som pyntet trærne speilet seg i varene som ble solgt ved hver bod.En: It was autumn, and the many colors that adorned the trees were reflected in the goods sold at each stall.No: Lukten av krydder og stekte kastanjer fylte luften mens kjøpmenn og landsbyboere stimlet sammen på de brosteinsbelagte gatene.En: The scent of spices and roasted chestnuts filled the air as merchants and villagers gathered on the cobblestone streets.No: Sindre, en beskjeden skomaker, vandret gjennom mengden med ett mål for øye: å finne den sjeldne lærleverandøren han hadde hørt rykter om.En: Sindre, a modest shoemaker, wandered through the crowd with one goal in mind: to find the rare leather supplier he had heard rumors about.No: Sindre var kjent for sine gode sko i landsbyen, men drømte om å bli den beste skomakeren i hele Norge.En: Sindre was known for his good shoes in the village but dreamed of becoming the best shoemaker in all of Norway.No: Han visste at godt lær var nøkkelen til suksess, og han var fast bestemt på å sikre seg den beste kvaliteten han kunne finne.En: He knew that good leather was the key to success, and he was determined to secure the best quality he could find.No: Men markedet var kaotisk denne dagen.En: But the market was chaotic that day.No: Mennesker hastet hit og dit, og Sindre kjente på frustrasjonen.En: People rushed back and forth, and Sindre felt the frustration.No: Han ønsket å være fremme før solnedgang, men følte seg fanget i den menneskelige elven.En: He wanted to be there before sunset but felt trapped in the human river.No: Da han gikk gjennom en trang passasje mellom bodene, vurderte han sine valg.En: As he walked through a narrow passage between the stalls, he considered his options.No: Så så han en vogner full av høy, parkert ved siden av en bygning.En: Then he saw a wagon full of hay, parked next to a building.No: Han klatret opp på vognen for å få en bedre utsikt.En: He climbed onto the wagon to get a better view.No: Fra toppen fikk han endelig et overblikk over markedet og kunne se den ettertraktede boden lenger bort.En: From the top, he finally got an overview of the market and could see the coveted stall further away.No: Hans hjerte slo raskere.En: His heart beat faster.No: Solen var på vei ned, og han måtte skynde seg.En: The sun was setting, and he had to hurry.No: Med vinden susende i ørene og et nytt glimt av håp, kastet Sindre seg ned fra vognen og navigerte bestemte steg gjennom flokken.En: With the wind whistling in his ears and a new glimpse of hope, Sindre jumped down from the wagon and navigated determined steps through the crowd.No: Han ignorerte alle distraksjoner mens han banet seg vei.En: He ignored all distractions as he made his way.No: Endelig, idet skumringen begynte å senke seg over byen, nådde han boden.En: Finally, as dusk began to settle over the town, he reached the stall.No: Åndenød, men full av triumf, smilte Sindre til mannen bak disken.En: Out of breath but full of triumph, Sindre smiled at the man behind the counter.No: Lærleverandøren var en erfaren mann ved navn Leif, med grått hår og varme, innbydende øyne.En: The leather supplier was an experienced man named Leif, with gray hair and warm, inviting eyes.No: Sindre og Leif diskuterte, prutet litt, og til slutt slo de en avtale.En: Sindre and Leif discussed, haggled a bit, and eventually struck a deal.No: Sindre sikret seg flere bunter av det sjeldne, solide læret som han visste at han kunne forvandle til mesterverk.En: Sindre secured several bundles of the rare, sturdy leather that he knew he could transform into masterpieces.No: På vei hjem, med et lett hjerte og en tung ryggsekk full av lær, reflekterte Sindre over dagens hendelser.En: On his way home, with a light heart and a heavy backpack full of leather, Sindre reflected on the day's events.No: Han hadde funnet frem, til tross for utfordringene.En: He had found his way despite the challenges.No: Den indre stemmen som hadde hvisket om tvil, hadde stilnet.En: The inner voice that had whispered doubts had quieted.No: Sindre visste nå at han kunne overkomme selv de mest folksomme markeder hvis han bare holdt fast ved sitt mål.En: Sindre now knew he could overcome even the most crowded markets if he just stuck to his goal.No: Denne dagen var ikke bare en suksess på grunn av handelen, men også fordi Sindre hadde oppdaget hvor viktig besluttsomhet og selvtillit var for hans fremtid.En: This day was not just a success because of the trade, but also because Sindre had discovered how important determination and self-confidence were for his future.No: Han visste at dette bare var begynnelsen på hans reise som den beste skomakeren i landet.En: He knew that this was only the beginning of his journey to become the best shoemaker in the country.No: Når kvelden senket seg over den middelalderske byen, lot Sindre seg omslutte av høstens mange lukter og farger, med et løfte til seg selv om å aldri gi opp, uansett hva.En: As the evening settled over the medieval town, Sindre let himself be enveloped by the many scents and colors of autumn, with a promise to himself to never give up, no matter what. Vocabulary Words:rays: stråleradorned: pyntetcobblestone: brosteinsbelagtemodest: beskjedensupplier: leverandørrumors: rykterchaotic: kaotiskoptions: valgwagon: vognoverview: overblikkcoveted: ettertraktedehurry: skyndewhistling: susendeglimpse: glimttriumph: triumfhaggled: prutetbundles: buntersturdy: solidetransform: forvandledespite: til tross forinner voice: indre stemmeovercome: overkommedetermination: besluttsomhetself-confidence: selvtillitmedieval: middelalderskeenveloped: omsluttescents: lukterpledge: løftecrowd: mengdevendor: kjøpmann

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Where Lanterns and Perseverance Light Up the Medieval Night Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-03-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: I hjertet av en livlig middelaldersk markedsplass sto smia, varm og full av liv.En: In the heart of a lively medieval marketplace stood the forge, warm and full of life.No: Den intense klangen av metall mot metall fylte luften.En: The intense clanging of metal against metal filled the air.No: Flammene danset i peisen, kastet et gyllent lys over Eirik, smedens ivrige læregutt.En: Flames danced in the fireplace, casting a golden light over Eirik, the blacksmith's eager apprentice.No: Hans oppgave var stor: å lage et sett med utsmykkede jerne lanterner til den kommende vinterfestivalen.En: His task was significant: to create a set of ornate iron lanterns for the upcoming winter festival.No: Det var høst, og fargerike blader drysset ned som regn fra himmelen, dekket torget som en spraglete teppe.En: It was autumn, and colorful leaves drizzled down like rain from the sky, covering the square like a mottled carpet.No: Alle handlet hektisk for å forberede seg til festivalen.En: Everyone was busily preparing for the festival.No: Eirik hadde et brennende ønske om å imponere både sin mester, Kari, og festivalens adelige gjester.En: Eirik had a burning desire to impress both his master, Kari, and the festival's noble guests.No: Han drømte om at hans lanterner skulle bli de mest beundrede.En: He dreamed that his lanterns would be the most admired.No: Men smia hadde problemer.En: But the forge faced problems.No: Forsyningene var lavere enn forventet.En: Supplies were lower than expected.No: Jernet var knapp, og tiden var kort.En: Iron was scarce, and time was short.No: Eirik visste at han måtte være kreativ.En: Eirik knew he had to be creative.No: Med resolutt beslutsomhet valgte han å bruke gammelt jernskrap, gjenbruke hvert eneste bit til noe nytt og vakkert.En: With resolute determination, he chose to use old iron scraps, repurposing each piece into something new and beautiful.No: Nattevakter ble hans faste følge, måneskinn hans arbeidslys.En: Night shifts became his constant companions, moonlight his work light.No: Solveig, hans venn og tålmodige tilskuer, kom av og til for å gi ham litt nybakt brød og oppmuntrende ord.En: Solveig, his friend and patient observer, occasionally came by to give him some freshly baked bread and encouraging words.No: Hun beundret Eiriks utholdenhet og ønske om perfeksjon.En: She admired Eirik's perseverance and desire for perfection.No: Dagene gikk, og festivalen nærmet seg raskt.En: Days passed, and the festival approached quickly.No: Eirik arbeidet uten pause, hamret og bendet metallet med presisjon.En: Eirik worked without pause, hammering and bending the metal with precision.No: Sakte, men sikkert, tok lanterne etter lanterne form.En: Slowly but surely, lantern after lantern took shape.No: Like før festivalens begynnelse, med støv i håret og sot på kinnene, sto han der med de vakre lanternene fullførte.En: Just before the start of the festival, with dust in his hair and soot on his cheeks, he stood there with the beautiful lanterns completed.No: Men plutselig, mens han beundret sitt arbeid, hørte han en skarp lyd.En: But suddenly, while he admired his work, he heard a sharp sound.No: Én lanterne falt til bakken og fikk en stygg bulk.En: One lantern fell to the ground, creating an ugly dent.No: Eirik kjente panikken stige.En: Eirik felt panic rise.No: Tiden var knapp, og han kunne ikke lage den om igjen.En: Time was tight, and he couldn't make it again.No: Hans hjerte sank, men Solveig, som hadde vært der hele tiden, satte en hånd på skulderen hans.En: His heart sank, but Solveig, who had been there the whole time, placed a hand on his shoulder.No: "Det er vakkert," sa hun rolig og så ned på lanternene.En: "It's beautiful," she said calmly, looking down at the lanterns.No: "Kanskje denne bulken kan bli til noe enda bedre."En: "Maybe this dent can become something even better."No: Eirik tok et skritt tilbake og så på lysene med nye øyne.En: Eirik took a step back and looked at the lights with new eyes.No: Ideene flommet gjennom ham.En: Ideas flooded through him.No: Han grep verktøyet sitt igjen og ga bulken et formål, en vibrerende blomsterform.En: He picked up his tools again and gave the dent a purpose, a vibrant flower shape.No: Festivalen kom, lyset fra lanternene hans badet torget i et varmt, vennlig skinn.En: The festival came, and the light from his lanterns bathed the square in a warm, friendly glow.No: Folk samlet seg, overrasket av den unike skjønnheten.En: People gathered, surprised by the unique beauty.No: Og der, i mengden, sto Kari med et velvillig smil og nikket stolt til Eirik.En: And there, in the crowd, stood Kari with a benevolent smile, proudly nodding at Eirik.No: Denne hendelsen forandret Eirik.En: This event changed Eirik.No: Han visste nå at han kunne møte utfordringer med kreativitet og mot.En: He knew now that he could face challenges with creativity and courage.No: Han sto stoltere, med en ny funnet tro på seg selv og sine evner, klar til å møte hva enn fremtiden måtte bringe.En: He stood taller, with newfound faith in himself and his abilities, ready to face whatever the future might bring.No: Lantene var mer enn bare lys; de var en skinnende påminnelse for Eirik at hvert problem kan bli til et vakkert mesterverk.En: The lanterns were more than just lights; they were a shining reminder for Eirik that every problem can become a beautiful masterpiece. Vocabulary Words:forge: smiaapprentice: læreguttornate: utsmykkedemottled: spragletenoble: adeligescarce: knappresolute: resoluttdetermination: beslutsomhetrepurposing: gjenbrukeperseverance: utholdenhetprecision: presisjonsoot: sotdented: bulkbenevolent: velvilligglow: skinnfaith: tromasterpiece: mesterverkvibrant: vibrerendescarcity: knapphetobserve: tilskuerfreshly baked: nybaktapproached: nærmet segcompanion: følgecarpet: teppeimpressed: imponereadmire: beundrecast: kastetdrizzled: dryssetfaithful: trofastreluctantly: motvillig

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Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe assess an action-packed Matchweek 10 in the Premier League1:00 - Erling Haaland shines at the Etihad Stadium as the Norwegian bags 2 goals to send Manchester City flying past Bournemouth to 2nd in the table14:37 - Joao Pedro's goal lifts Chelsea over hated rivals Spurs as Thomas Frank faces boos from the home crowd at full-time24:12 - Liverpool end their poor run of form with a 2-0 victory over mistake-ridden Aston Villa, giving Slot a boost ahead of two major matches35:32 - It's business as usual for Mikel Arteta & Arsenal who secure another clean sheet in a 2-0 win at Burnley keeping them firmly atop the table45:19 - A roundup of the rest of the results: Fulham 3-0 Wolves, Nottingham Forest 2-2 Manchester United, West Ham 3-1 Newcastle, Crystal Palace 2-0 Brentford, Brighton 3-0 Leeds United Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Andreas Bjørndal, an experienced homeopath with more than 45 years in practice, shares his reflections on healing, teaching, and the evolving landscape of homeopathy. He talks about how homeopathy found him through his early fascination with nature and healing, and how this path led him to found multidisciplinary clinics and guide future practitioners in Norway. Andreas explains key ideas such as the concept of polarity in remedies and the importance of understanding the dynamics of healing rather than focusing solely on individual remedies.   Episode Highlights: 06:17 - Journey into Homeopathy 09:14 - Significant Cases and Learnings 13:47 - Reflections on 45 Years of Practice 17:00 - Evolution of Homeopathy Over the Years 21:31 - Understanding Wholeness and Unity 27:03 - Polarity and Healing Processes 31:36 - The Healing Process Begins with Intention 35:12 - Developing a System of Archetypes 39:09 - Understanding Center and Periphery in Remedies 47:35 - Exploring the Depth of Provings 56:13 - Homeopathy and Consciousness 01:09:56 - The Concept of Oneness 01:27:32 - Case Study: Hashimoto's and Hearing Loss 01:38:13 - Visualizing Archetypes and Polarities   About my Guests: Curriculum Vitae Andreas N. Bjørndal   It is difficult to imagine a role in homeopathy, natural medicine, and integrative health that ANB has not held. For more than four decades, he has been at the very center of the profession—locally, nationally, and internationally.   He founded and led two of the most respected multidisciplinary clinics in Oslo, bringing together more than 20 practitioners across traditional, alternative, and integrative medicine. At the same time, he was a pioneer in education, serving for nearly two decades as Educational Director at the Norwegian Academy of Natural Medicine (NAN), where he shaped curriculum, developed innovative approaches to learning, and guided the majority of homeopaths, naturopaths, and veteropaths in Norway. He has been a teacher of virtually every aspect of homeopathy and naturopathy—ranging from materia medica and clinical practice to philosophy of science, rhetoric, and therapist development—for more than 40 years.   Internationally, he has been a tireless ambassador of the field. As Chairperson of the Norwegian Association of Homeopaths, the European Council of Classical Homeopathy, and the International Council of Classical Homeopathy, he has not only led but also initiated many of the most important organizational and professional structures we take for granted today. He helped establish the first European guidelines for homeopathic education, guidelines that are now recognized globally as the standard. His honorary membership in the Norwegian Association of Homeopaths reflects a lifetime of service to the professional community.   As a lecturer and course instructor, he has been invited around the world for more than four decades, holding seminars on homeopathy, integrative medicine, philosophy, self-development and spirituality. He has trained healthcare professionals—including medical doctors and nurses—on the role of homeopathy in patient care, and his advanced training programs for practitioners have influenced generations of therapists. Beyond medicine, he has guided groups through self-development processes, spiritual initiations, and even journeys of initiation in Egypt.   ANB has also contributed at the policy and research levels. He served on the Norwegian government's Aarbakke Committee, which laid the groundwork for the Act on Alternative Treatment, and on the Ministry of Health's working group on private import of medicines. He has published extensively—hundreds of articles in Norwegian and international journals in print and online, as long-standing contributions to the The Magic Happens Magazine and his own site Holonity. He has conducted frontier research both regarding methodology as well as exploring the healing potential of close to 200 new homeopathic remedies.   In short, ANB's career encompasses the whole spectrum of homeopathy: practitioner, teacher, researcher, author, international spokesperson, and organizational leader. 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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Courage, Curiosity & the Great Museum Heist Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-02-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kald høstdag da klassen til Ola besøkte Norsk Teknisk Museum.En: It was a cold autumn day when Ola's class visited the Norsk Teknisk Museum.No: Løvet hadde sine flotte varme farger, og det knaste under skoene til elevene.En: The leaves had their beautiful warm colors, and they crunched under the students' shoes.No: Det var et spesielt sted, fullt av historie og spennende teknologi.En: It was a special place, full of history and exciting technology.No: En skoleutflukt hit kunne lett inspirere selv de mest uinteresserte sjeler.En: A school excursion here could easily inspire even the most uninterested souls.No: Ola gikk litt i utkanten av gruppen.En: Ola walked a bit on the outskirts of the group.No: Han likte å ta seg tid til å lese informasjonssidene ved hver utstilling.En: He liked to take his time to read the information pages at each exhibit.No: Inne i museet var det en summende lyd av elever som snakket og lærte.En: Inside the museum, there was a buzzing sound of students talking and learning.No: Duften av gamle bøker og maskiner fylte rommet, et luktesett mange kanskje ville beskrive som "musealt.En: The scent of old books and machines filled the room, a scent that many might describe as "museum-like."No: "Plutselig skjedde det noe uventet.En: Suddenly, something unexpected happened.No: En av museets ansatte kom løpende, panikk i øynene.En: One of the museum's employees came running, panic in their eyes.No: En verdifull historisk gjenstand var borte!En: A valuable historical item was missing!No: Uroen spredte seg raskt i gruppen av elever.En: The unease spread quickly through the group of students.No: Var det mulig?En: Was it possible?No: Var det en av dem?En: Was it one of them?No: Blikkene av mistenksomhet begynte å flytte seg fra ansikt til ansikt.En: Glances of suspicion began to move from face to face.No: Ola følte en plutselig trang til å handle.En: Ola felt a sudden urge to act.No: Han ønsket å imponere de andre, vise at han kunne mer enn å bare lese tavler.En: He wanted to impress the others, show that he could do more than just read plaques.No: Dessuten ville han bevise sin egen uskyld.En: Moreover, he wanted to prove his own innocence.No: "Kanskje hvis jeg finner artefakten, vil de se på meg annerledes," tenkte han med et snev av håp.En: "Maybe if I find the artifact, they will see me differently," he thought with a hint of hope.No: Han bestemte seg for å snike seg bort fra gruppen og begynte å se seg rundt etter spor.En: He decided to sneak away from the group and began to look around for clues.No: Tankene hans var som et puslespill i håp om å finne den riktige biten.En: His thoughts were like a puzzle in hope of finding the right piece.No: Mens han snikende utforsket de mer avsidesliggende delene av museet, la han merke til noe merkelig.En: As he stealthily explored the more remote parts of the museum, he noticed something unusual.No: En mann i en museumsuniform beveget seg nervøst rundt bak kulissene.En: A man in a museum uniform was moving nervously around behind the scenes.No: "Hvorfor er han der?En: "Why is he there?"No: " undret Ola.En: wondered Ola.No: Ola fulgte den nervøse mannen, hjertet hamret mens han prøvde å ikke bli oppdaget.En: Ola followed the nervous man, his heart pounding as he tried not to be discovered.No: Mannen stoppet ved en dør, så seg raskt rundt og forsvant inn.En: The man stopped at a door, glanced quickly around, and disappeared inside.No: Ola ventet et øyeblikk, så fulgte han forsiktig etter.En: Ola waited a moment, then carefully followed.No: Der, i et rom gjemt bak store utstillinger, så han mannen holde den forsvunne gjenstanden.En: There, in a room hidden behind large exhibits, he saw the man holding the missing item.No: Det hele var en plan for å selge den til en samler!En: It was all a plan to sell it to a collector!No: Til tross for frykten, bestemte Ola seg for å handle raskt og klokt.En: Despite the fear, Ola decided to act quickly and wisely.No: Han trakk seg diskret tilbake og fant sjefskuratoren, hvis maiestetiske kontor ikke var så langt unna.En: He discreetly retreated and found the chief curator, whose majestic office was not far away.No: Med en stille stemme forklarte han situasjonen, og museets sikkerhetsstyrke rykket straks ut.En: In a quiet voice, he explained the situation, and the museum's security force sprang into action.No: Tyven ble arrestert.En: The thief was arrested.No: Da klassen samlet seg igjen, var det et annet uttrykk i klassekameratene hans' øyne.En: When the class gathered again, there was a different expression in his classmates' eyes.No: Ola hadde stått opp for noe viktig og modig.En: Ola had stood up for something important and brave.No: Han fikk et klapp på skulderen fra læreren, og et smil fra Kari og Anders, som viste at de oppdaget en ny side ved ham.En: He received a pat on the shoulder from the teacher, and a smile from Kari and Anders, which showed they had discovered a new side of him.No: Ola følte en varm tilfredsstillelse da de forlot museet.En: Ola felt a warm satisfaction as they left the museum.No: Han hadde oppnådd noe viktigere enn bare å ha funnet artefakten.En: He had achieved something more important than just finding the artifact.No: Han hadde stolt på seg selv, hatt mot, og fått nye bånd med de andre.En: He had trusted himself, shown courage, and formed new bonds with the others.No: Høsten føltes plutselig mindre kald.En: Autumn suddenly felt less cold. Vocabulary Words:autumn: høstcrunched: knasteexhibit: utstillingbuzzing: summendescent: duftpanic: panikkvaluable: verdifullsuspicion: mistenksomheturge: trangsneak: snikeclues: sporremote: avsidesliggendenoticed: merkenervously: nervøstvanished: forsvantplan: plancollector: samlerdiscreetly: diskretretreated: trakk seg tilbakechief curator: sjefskuratormajestic: majestetisksecurity force: sikkerhetsstyrkearrested: arrestertcourage: motimpress: imponereplaque: tavleinnocence: uskyldexpression: uttrykkbonds: båndsatisfaction: tilfredsstillelse

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: New Sparks Fly: A Norwegian Autumn Inspires Scientific Revival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-02-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Høsten hadde lagt sitt gyldne teppe over Oslo.En: Autumn had spread its golden carpet over Oslo.No: Inne på Norsk Teknisk Museum var stemningen rolig, men full av undring.En: Inside the Norsk Teknisk Museum, the atmosphere was calm but filled with wonder.No: Solens stråler skapte et gyllent skjær gjennom de store vinduene, og det luktet svakt av gammelt papir og metall.En: The sun's rays created a golden glow through the large windows, and there was a faint smell of old paper and metal.No: Ingrid, en nysgjerrig forsker, lot blikket vandre over de interaktive utstillingene.En: Ingrid, a curious researcher, let her gaze wander over the interactive exhibits.No: Det siste prosjektet hennes hadde stått stille i flere måneder, og hun søkte desperat etter en gnist av inspirasjon.En: Her latest project had been stagnant for several months, and she was desperately seeking a spark of inspiration.No: Ingrid elsket dette museet.En: Ingrid loved this museum.No: Det hadde vært hennes andre hjem siden hun var en liten jente, fascinert av vitenskapens magi.En: It had been her second home since she was a little girl, fascinated by the magic of science.No: Noen ganger gikk hun rundt, bare for å la tankene fly fritt.En: Sometimes she wandered around just to let her thoughts fly freely.No: Hun hadde bestemt seg for å ta en pause, håpet at nye inntrykk kunne gi henne de nødvendige svarene.En: She had decided to take a break, hoping that new impressions could provide her with the necessary answers.No: Mens hun beveget seg rundt i avdelingen for energi, slo det henne hvor uoverkommelig livet hennes hadde blitt.En: As she moved around in the energy department, it struck her how overwhelming her life had become.No: Tankene var mange: Hvordan skulle hun ære sin avdøde mentor med en verdig forskningsoppdagelse?En: There were many thoughts: How was she to honor her deceased mentor with a worthy research discovery?No: Hvordan kunne hun rydde gjennom tåken av tvil?En: How could she clear away the fog of doubt?No: Midt blant gamle generatorer og solcellepaneler snublet hun plutselig over Lars.En: Amidst old generators and solar panels, she suddenly stumbled upon Lars.No: Han sto der, fordypet i en forklaring om vindkraftens historie.En: He stood there, engrossed in an explanation about the history of wind power.No: Et lite hopp full av overraskelse, et smil, og så begynte samtalen.En: A small hop of surprise, a smile, and then the conversation began.No: Lars, en ung mann med en uendelig fascinasjon for alt som beveget seg, lyttet med stor interesse til Ingrids små fremskritt og store bekymringer.En: Lars, a young man with an endless fascination for everything that moved, listened with great interest to Ingrid's small advances and major concerns.No: De begynte å snakke om deres felles fascinasjon for grønn energi.En: They started talking about their shared fascination with green energy.No: Ordene fløt lett; det var som om et kapløp hadde startet.En: The words flowed easily; it was as if a race had begun.No: Ingrid kjente at gamle, kjente gnister av entusiasme vendte tilbake.En: Ingrid felt the old, familiar sparks of enthusiasm returning.No: De snakket lenge, om ideer, drømmer, muligheter.En: They talked for a long time about ideas, dreams, possibilities.No: Lars hadde med seg en frisk innstilling, en annerledes måte å tenke på som smittet på Ingrid.En: Lars brought a fresh perspective, a different way of thinking that was infectious to Ingrid.No: Samtalen ble til en avtale om å starte et felles prosjekt.En: The conversation turned into an agreement to start a joint project.No: Der og da, fremfor en modell av en vindmølle, byttet de kontaktinformasjon.En: Right there in front of a model of a wind turbine, they exchanged contact information.No: En ny forbindelse var til, full av håp og løfter om samarbeid.En: A new connection was made, full of hope and promises of collaboration.No: Da Ingrid forlot museet den kvelden, gjorde hun det med en nyvunnet tro på seg selv og sitt arbeid.En: As Ingrid left the museum that evening, she did so with newfound confidence in herself and her work.No: Høsten i Oslo dukket opp igjen utenfor museet, men nå var følelsen annerledes.En: Autumn in Oslo reappeared outside the museum, but now the feeling was different.No: Ingrid hadde fått det hun ønsket: inspirasjon, en ny start, og kanskje en ny venn.En: Ingrid had gotten what she wanted: inspiration, a new beginning, and perhaps a new friend.No: Kveldens luft var kjølig, men hun kjente varmen av mulig suksess – og kanskje til og med en liten gnist av noe mer.En: The evening air was cool, but she felt the warmth of potential success — and maybe even a small spark of something more.No: Hun visste at nå, i dette nye samarbeidet med Lars, kunne hva som helst skje.En: She knew that now, in this new collaboration with Lars, anything could happen.No: En ny høst, en ny begynnelse.En: A new autumn, a new beginning. Vocabulary Words:autumn: høstencarpet: teppecalm: roligwonder: undringglow: skjærfaint: svaktresearcher: forskerinteractive: interaktivestagnant: stilledesperately: desperatgaze: blikketmentor: mentorgenerator: generatorerengrossed: fordypetunexpected: overraskelseshared: fellesinfectious: smittetagreement: avtalemodel: modelljoint project: felles prosjektcollaboration: samarbeidconfidence: trofascination: fascinasjonpossibilities: muligheterspark: gnistpotential: muligenthusiasm: entusiasmeperspective: innstillinginspiration: inspirasjonbeginning: begynnelse

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: How a Simple Greeting at the Polls Sparked New Beginnings Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-01-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kjølig høstmorgen, og den lille samfunnshallen i byen var fylt med en følelse av spenning.En: It was a chilly autumn morning, and the small community hall in the town was filled with a sense of excitement.No: Folk sto i kø utenfor det lille stemmelokalet, mens klare høstfarger gjorde omgivelsene varme og innbydende.En: People stood in line outside the small polling station, while the bright autumn colors made the surroundings warm and inviting.No: Sindre sto alene, med hendene dypt begravet i lommene på den tynne jakken.En: Sindre stood alone, with his hands deeply buried in the pockets of his thin jacket.No: Sindre hadde nylig flyttet hit og kjente ingen.En: Sindre had recently moved here and knew no one.No: Dette var hans første gang som velger, og tanken på å bruke stemmen sin var viktig for ham.En: This was his first time as a voter, and the thought of using his voice was important to him.No: Han lente seg litt bakover og pustet inn duften av kaffe som fylte luften.En: He leaned back a little and breathed in the scent of coffee that filled the air.No: Hans tanker vandret over de spørsmålene han ofte tenkte på: Hvordan kunne han føle seg som en del av dette nye stedet?En: His thoughts wandered over the questions he often pondered: How could he feel like a part of this new place?No: Foran Sindre i køen sto Kaja.En: In front of Sindre in the line stood Kaja.No: Hun var en lokal, alltid smilende, og elsket den demokratiske prosessen.En: She was a local, always smiling, and loved the democratic process.No: Hun hadde vokst opp her og kjente nesten alle i den lille byen.En: She had grown up here and knew almost everyone in the small town.No: Kajas entusiasme kunne nesten kjennes på utsiden, og hun snakket ivrig med flere i køen.En: Kaja's enthusiasm could almost be felt from the outside, and she was chatting eagerly with several people in line.No: Da Kaja snudde seg for å se seg rundt, la hun merke til den unge mannen bak henne, Sindre, som så ut til å være i sine egne tanker.En: When Kaja turned around to look around, she noticed the young man behind her, Sindre, who seemed to be lost in his own thoughts.No: Hun smilte bredt og bestemte seg for å hilse.En: She smiled broadly and decided to greet him.No: "Hei!En: "Hi!No: Er du også spent på å stemme?En: Are you excited to vote too?"No: " spurte hun med et glimt i øyet.En: she asked with a sparkle in her eye.No: Sindre, litt overrumplet men bestemt på å bryte sin egen isolasjon, prøvde sitt beste smil tilbake.En: Sindre, a bit taken by surprise but determined to break his own isolation, tried his best to smile back.No: "Hei!En: "Hi!No: Ja, det er første gang jeg stemmer her," svarte han, litt nølende.En: Yes, it's my first time voting here," he replied, a little hesitantly.No: Kaja senket stemmen litt, mer oppmerksom på sin egen entusiasme.En: Kaja lowered her voice a bit, more aware of her own enthusiasm.No: "Det er fantastisk!En: "That's fantastic!No: Jeg er Kaja.En: I'm Kaja.No: Velkommen til byen vår.En: Welcome to our town."No: " Hun ga en liten latter.En: She gave a little laugh.No: "Er det noe spesielt du brenner for i valget?En: "Is there something specific you're passionate about in the election?"No: "Sindre tok et moment, overasket over hvor lett praten gikk.En: Sindre took a moment, surprised by how easily the conversation flowed.No: "Jeg bryr meg spesielt om sosiale spørsmål.En: "I particularly care about social issues.No: Har alltid trodd på å skape bedre samfunn," sa han, nå litt mer selvsikker.En: I've always believed in creating better communities," he said, now a bit more confident.No: De to snakket videre, delte sine tanker og drømmer for fremtiden.En: The two continued to talk, sharing their thoughts and dreams for the future.No: Kaja lærte å lytte, la Sindre uttrykke sine bekymringer og håp.En: Kaja learned to listen, allowing Sindre to express his concerns and hopes.No: Hun så styrken i hans stille engasjement, mens Sindre følte en varm forbindelse vokse.En: She saw the strength in his quiet engagement, while Sindre felt a warm connection growing.No: Etter at de hadde stemt, sto de fortsatt utenfor, ivrige etter å fortsette samtalen.En: After they had voted, they still stood outside, eager to continue the conversation.No: "Det er en lokal begivenhet neste uke, og jeg hjelper til," sa Kaja.En: "There's a local event next week, and I'm helping out," said Kaja.No: "Kanskje du vil bli med?En: "Maybe you'd like to join?No: Det ville vært flott å fortsette denne praten.En: It would be great to continue this chat."No: "Sindre nikket.En: Sindre nodded.No: "Det ville jeg veldig gjerne.En: "I would love that.No: Takk, Kaja.En: Thank you, Kaja."No: " Han følte seg allerede mer hjemme.En: He already felt more at home.No: Den dagen endret mye for dem begge.En: That day changed a lot for both of them.No: Sindre ble mer åpen og fant en venn i Kaja, mens Kaja lærte verdien av å ta seg tid til å virkelig bli kjent med noen.En: Sindre became more open and found a friend in Kaja, while Kaja learned the value of taking the time to really get to know someone.No: De lo sammen, bladde gjennom fremtidens planer, og visste at dette var begynnelsen på noe viktig.En: They laughed together, flipped through plans for the future, and knew that this was the beginning of something important. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjøligautumn: høstcommunity hall: samfunnshallsense of excitement: følelse av spenningpolling station: stemmelokalesurroundings: omgivelserdeeply: dyptburied: begravethands: henderjacket: jakkevoter: velgerleaned: Lentewandering: vandretpondered: tenktedemocratic process: demokratiske prosessenthusiasm: entusiasmesparkle: glimthesitantly: nølendepassionate: brennercreating: skapeconfident: selvsikkerengagement: engasjementconnection: forbindelseeager: ivrigevent: begivenhetcontinue: fortsetteisolation: isolasjonexpress: uttrykkeconcerns: bekymringerhopes: håp

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Voices of Change: How Every Vote Holds a Legacy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-01-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kjølig novembermorgen i den lille byen, og himmelen var dekket av grå skyer.En: It was a chilly November morning in the small town, and the sky was covered with gray clouds.No: Bladene på de få trærne som fortsatt hadde blader, virvlet langs de små gatene.En: The leaves on the few trees that still had them swirled along the small streets.No: Erik og Signe sto og ventet på bussen.En: Erik and Signe stood and waited for the bus.No: De skulle stemme, for i dag var det valgdag.En: They were going to vote, as today was election day.No: Selv om det var kaldt, var Erik varm av forventning.En: Even though it was cold, Erik was warm with anticipation.No: Han hadde lenge gledet seg til å bruke stemmen sin.En: He had been looking forward to using his voice for a long time.No: "Er du sikker på at det vil gjøre en forskjell?En: "Are you sure it will make a difference?"No: " spurte Signe skeptisk mens hun dro skjerfet tettere rundt halsen.En: asked Signe skeptically as she pulled her scarf tighter around her neck.No: Hun var mer realistisk, men syntes det var viktig å støtte lillebroren sin.En: She was more realistic but thought it was important to support her younger brother.No: "Det må jeg tro," sa Erik bestemt.En: "I have to believe so," said Erik determinedly.No: "Jeg vil være en del av endringen.En: "I want to be a part of the change."No: "Bussen kom, og de steg på.En: The bus came, and they got on.No: Inne var det fullt av folk, alle på vei til forskjellige steder, men mange med det samme målet.En: Inside, it was full of people, all on their way to different places, but many with the same goal.No: Velgerne snakket lavmælt sammen om politikk, framtid og håp.En: Voters spoke softly among themselves about politics, the future, and hope.No: Erik lyttet, men kjente en gnagende tvil innvendig.En: Erik listened but felt a nagging doubt inside.No: Gjorde det egentlig noen forskjell?En: Did it really make any difference?No: Da de kom til valglokalet, var det travelt.En: When they arrived at the polling station, it was busy.No: Folk kom og gikk, noen raske med stemmesedlene, andre tok seg tid.En: People came and went, some quickly with their ballots, others taking their time.No: Lokalet var enkelt, men fylt med et felles formål.En: The place was simple but filled with a common purpose.No: Tanken om mange stemmer samlet, en kollektiv kraft.En: The thought of many voices together, a collective force.No: Erik og Signe sto i kø.En: Erik and Signe stood in line.No: Signe så på sin yngre bror og merket hans usikkerhet.En: Signe looked at her younger brother and noticed his uncertainty.No: "Du gjør det rette, Erik," sa hun beroligende.En: "You're doing the right thing, Erik," she said reassuringly.No: "Hver stemme teller.En: "Every vote counts."No: "Erik nikket, men tvilen satt fortsatt dypt.En: Erik nodded, but the doubt was still deep.No: Da det ble hans tur, bladde han gjennom stemmeseddelen.En: When it was his turn, he leafed through the ballot.No: Hendene hans skalv litt.En: His hands trembled slightly.No: Verden utenfor virket stor og systemet ubevegelig.En: The world outside seemed vast, and the system immovable.No: "Du er ikke alene," hvisket Signe og ga ham et oppmuntrende smil.En: "You're not alone," Signe whispered, giving him an encouraging smile.No: Hennes tilstedeværelse ga ham litt styrke.En: Her presence gave him a bit of strength.No: Likevel sto Erik fast.En: Still, Erik hesitated.No: Skulle han følge flertallets stemme?En: Should he follow the majority's voice?No: Ville stemmen hans drukne i mengden?En: Would his vote drown in the crowd?No: Så tenkte Erik på de som hadde kjempet for denne retten.En: Then Erik thought of those who had fought for this right.No: Alle de som trodde på en større fremtid.En: All those who believed in a greater future.No: Denne dagen, Allehelgensdag, minnet om de som hadde gått bort.En: This day, All Saints' Day, reminded him of those who had passed away.No: Hans stemme var en del av deres arv, en hyllest i usynlighet.En: His vote was part of their legacy, a tribute in invisibility.No: Med en dyp pust trakk Erik beslutningen sin.En: With a deep breath, Erik made his decision.No: Han markerte sin seddel, brettet den forsiktig sammen og la den i urnen.En: He marked his ballot, folded it carefully, and placed it in the urn.No: Et lite skritt, men en stor handling for ham.En: A small step, but a big action for him.No: Da de gikk ut av valglokalet, kjente Erik en ny ro.En: As they left the polling station, Erik felt a new calm.No: Signe klemte ham lett.En: Signe gave him a light hug.No: "Du gjorde noe viktig i dag.En: "You did something important today."No: "Erik smilte.En: Erik smiled.No: Han forsto nå at selv den minste handling bringer en flamme til livet.En: He now understood that even the smallest action brings a flame to life.No: Sammen var de sterkere, og han var glad han valgte håp fremfor tvil.En: Together they were stronger, and he was glad he chose hope over doubt.No: Verden var kanskje stor, men hver stemme la til sin sjel i symfonien av forandring.En: The world might be big, but every vote added its soul to the symphony of change. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjøligsceptically: skeptiskanticipation: forventningdeterminedly: bestemtnagging: gnagendecollective: kollektivuncertainty: usikkerhetreassuringly: beroligendetrembled: skalpimmovable: ubevegeligencouraging: oppmuntrendehesitated: sto fastlegacy: arvtribute: hyllestunfold: ufoldlid: lokkurn: urneassembled: samletcalm: roflame: flammesymphony: symfoniswirled: virvletballot: stemmeseddelvast: storstrength: styrkeslightly: littsupport: støttechange: endringdifference: forskjellmajority: flertall

It's a wrap!On the thirty-first night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing THE THING (1982), from the master, director John Carpenter, the film has a screenplay by Bill Lancaster , from a short story "Who Goes There?" from the author, John W. Campbell Jr.  A team of American researchers at a remote Antarctic outpost encounters a sled dog fleeing a Norwegian helicopter, only to discover a terrifying, shape-shifting alien entity.  After the entity infiltrates their camp and begins absorbing and perfectly imitating the men, extreme paranoia takes hold, as no one can be sure who is still human and who is the "Thing."  The remaining men desperately fight to expose the alien before it can escape the base and assimilate all life on Earth, leading to a desperate final confrontation in the frozen isolation.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 31 m, is rated R and we caught it on DVD but you can find it on AMC+, Peacock and on Prime Video to buy/rent. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#TheThing #JohnCarpenter #BillLancaster #JohnWCampbellJr #KurtRussell #MacReady #WilfordBrimley #Blair #TKCarter #Nauls #DavidClennon #Palmer #KeithDavid #Childs #RichardDysart #DrCopper #CharlesHallahan #Norris #PeterMaloney #Bennings #RichardMasur #Clark #DonaldMoffat #Garry #JoelPolis #Fuchs #ThomasGWaites #Windows #NorbertWeisser #Norwegian #LarryFranco #NorwegianWithRifle #AlienInvasion #BodyHorror #MonsterHorror #PsychologicalHorror #SupernaturalHorror #SuspenseMystery #Tragedy #Mystery #SciFi #Horror  @PrimeVideo  @Peacock  @amcplus  #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day31 #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's @stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/thewolfmansOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Autumn Discoveries: A Historian and Artist Unite at Nidarosdomen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-31-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Høstsolen skinte mykt over Trondheim, og de gyldne bladene raslet lett i brisen.En: The autumn sun shone softly over Trondheim, and the golden leaves rustled lightly in the breeze.No: Nidarosdomen stod stolt og mektig mot den klare, blå himmelen, omgitt av høstfarger.En: Nidarosdomen stood proud and mighty against the clear, blue sky, surrounded by autumn colors.No: Eirik vandret over den gamle brosteinene på vei mot katedralen.En: Eirik wandered over the old cobblestones on his way to the cathedral.No: Som amatørhistoriker elsket han historiske bygninger, men han følte seg ofte alene i sin lidenskap.En: As an amateur historian, he loved historical buildings, but he often felt alone in his passion.No: Johan, hans venn, hadde anbefalt en omvisning i katedralen denne dagen.En: Johan, his friend, had recommended a tour of the cathedral that day.No: "Du trenger å møte nye mennesker," sa Johan alltid og dyttet Eirik forsiktig ut av komfortsonen.En: "You need to meet new people," Johan always said, gently pushing Eirik out of his comfort zone.No: Eirik var skeptisk, men i dag prøvde han å være åpen.En: Eirik was skeptical, but today he tried to be open.No: Da han kom inn i katedralen, møtte han synet av solstråler som danset gjennom de fargerike glassmaleriene, og han trakk pusten dypt.En: As he entered the cathedral, he was met with the sight of sunbeams dancing through the colorful stained glass windows, and he took a deep breath.No: Turdeltakerne samlet seg, og han noterte raskt en kvinne med skisseblokk.En: The tour participants gathered, and he quickly noticed a woman with a sketchpad.No: Hun hadde langt, rødt hår og et tenksomt blikk.En: She had long, red hair and a thoughtful look.No: Dette måtte være Signe, kunstneren på jakt etter inspirasjon.En: This must be Signe, the artist in search of inspiration.No: Turen begynte, og guiden deres ledet dem gjennom historiens lag av kirkens murer.En: The tour began, and their guide led them through the layers of history in the church's walls.No: Eirik merket at Signe ofte stoppet for å tegne detaljer: forgylte utskjæringer, majestetiske statuer.En: Eirik noticed that Signe often stopped to draw details: gilded carvings, majestic statues.No: Han kjente en nysgjerrighet for hennes arbeid, men han var usikker på hvordan han skulle nærme seg henne.En: He felt a curiosity about her work, but he was unsure how to approach her.No: Da gruppen beveget seg videre, oppdaget Signe en bortgjemt nisje bak en tunge steindør.En: As the group moved along, Signe discovered a hidden niche behind a heavy stone door.No: "Se på dette," sa hun til Eirik med øyne som lyste.En: "Look at this," she said to Eirik with eyes that shone.No: Sammen snublet de over et rom fylt med gamle symboler og glemte historier.En: Together they stumbled upon a room filled with ancient symbols and forgotten stories.No: Eirik kjente en dirrende spenning.En: Eirik felt a thrilling excitement.No: Dette var det han søkte – en forbindelse til fortiden.En: This was what he sought—a connection to the past.No: "Eirik," sa Signe, mens hun åpnet skisseboken for ham.En: "Eirik," Signe said, as she opened her sketchbook for him.No: "Ser du hva jeg ser?En: "Do you see what I see?"No: " Signe viste ham skisser av kjente former kombinert med hennes egen kunstneriske tolkning.En: Signe showed him sketches of familiar shapes combined with her own artistic interpretation.No: Det var noe levende der, noe som fikk hans hjerte til å banke raskere.En: There was something alive there, something that made his heart beat faster.No: De tilbrakte resten av turen sammen, hvisker dempede samtaler slik at de ikke forstyrret de andre.En: They spent the rest of the tour together, whispering quiet conversations so as not to disturb the others.No: Misnøyen og den forlatte følelsen Eirik hadde følt begynte å forsvinne.En: The dissatisfaction and the feeling of being abandoned that Eirik had felt began to dissipate.No: Signe hadde funnet noe i ruinene, i detaljene, og Eirik kunne se at hun også hadde fått en ny gnist.En: Signe had found something in the ruins, in the details, and Eirik could see that she too had regained a new spark.No: Da turen endte, stod de utenfor Nidarosdomen.En: When the tour ended, they stood outside Nidarosdomen.No: "Vil du samarbeide med meg på et prosjekt?En: "Would you like to collaborate with me on a project?"No: " spurte Signe forsiktig.En: Signe asked cautiously.No: "Din kunnskap og min kunst – vi kan lage noe spesielt.En: "Your knowledge and my art—we can create something special."No: "Eirik nølte et øyeblikk, men deretter nikket han, varmen strålte i brystet hans.En: Eirik hesitated for a moment, then nodded, warmth radiating in his chest.No: De gikk fra katedralen med en felles drøm.En: They walked away from the cathedral with a shared dream.No: Fortiden hadde gitt dem både mening og retning.En: The past had given them both meaning and direction.No: Med høsten i full blomst rundt dem, begynte de en ny reise.En: With autumn in full bloom around them, they began a new journey.No: Eirik hadde funnet en ny type historisk forbindelse, og Signe hadde fått tilbake sin kreative glød.En: Eirik had found a new kind of historical connection, and Signe had regained her creative glow.No: Sammen stod de på terskelen til noe vakkert og ekte.En: Together they stood on the threshold of something beautiful and real. Vocabulary Words:autumn: høstbreeze: briswandered: vandretcobblestones: brosteinamateur: amatørskeptical: skeptiskstained glass: glassmaleriersketchpad: skisseblokkthoughtful: tenksomtgilded: forgyltecarvings: utskjæringermajestic: majestetiskecuriosity: nysgjerrighetapproach: nærme seghidden: bortgjemtniche: nisjesymbols: symbolerthrilling: dirrendeexcitement: spenninginterpretation: tolkningdissatisfaction: misnøyeabandoned: forlattedissipate: forsvinnecollaborate: samarbeidecautiously: forsiktigknowledge: kunnskapspark: gnistthreshold: terskelenglow: glødreal: ekte

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Halloween Bluff: A Dealer's Dramatic Turn at the Poker Table Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-31-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: På Halloween-natten var casinoet i Oslo et mysterium av farger og lyder.En: On Halloween night, the casino in Oslo was a mystery of colors and sounds.No: Folk i kostymer fylte gulvet og skapte en festlig, nesten uvirkelig atmosfære.En: People in costumes filled the floor, creating a festive, almost unreal atmosphere.No: Lysene var dempet, og skyggene danset over pokerbordene.En: The lights were dimmed, and shadows danced over the poker tables.No: Det var en kveld hvor alt kunne skje.En: It was a night where anything could happen.No: Siv, vanligvis på den andre siden av pokerbordet som dealer, sto denne kvelden foran et nytt eventyr.En: Siv, usually on the other side of the poker table as a dealer, stood this evening before a new adventure.No: Hun hadde lenge ønsket å bevise for seg selv - og for andre - at hun kunne spille like godt, om ikke bedre, enn de erfarne spillerne rundt henne.En: She had long wanted to prove to herself—and to others—that she could play just as well, if not better, than the experienced players around her.No: Tvers over bordet satt Lars, en gåtefull rival kjent for sine listige strategier.En: Across the table sat Lars, a mysterious rival known for his cunning strategies.No: Han hadde vunnet mange ganger før, og hans blikk var nå festet på Siv.En: He had won many times before, and his gaze was now fixed on Siv.No: Ved siden av seg hadde Siv Ingrid, hennes venn og støtte.En: Beside her was Ingrid, her friend and support.No: Ingrid smilte oppmuntrende, men det var klart for Siv at hun ikke helt trodde hun kunne slå Lars.En: Ingrid smiled encouragingly, but it was clear to Siv that she didn't quite believe she could beat Lars.No: Hennes tro var kjærkommen, men Siv kjente også en trang til å bevise sin verdi.En: Her faith was cherished, but Siv also felt a need to prove her worth.No: Siv kjente hver regel i boken; hun hadde sett nesten enhver hånd mulig fra pokerspillerne hun hadde handlet til.En: Siv knew every rule in the book; she had seen almost every possible hand from the poker players she had dealt to.No: Nå var det hennes tur til å bruke denne kunnskapen.En: Now it was her turn to use this knowledge.No: Hun visste at hun måtte være dristig, men også klok.En: She knew she had to be bold, yet wise.No: Spillet startet, og spenningen i rommet økte.En: The game started, and the tension in the room increased.No: Chiper klikket mot bordflater, og nervesitrende blikk ble utvekslet mellom spillerne.En: Chips clicked against tabletops, and nervous glances were exchanged between the players.No: Siv spilte forsiktig i starten, nok til å holde seg i spillet uten å avsløre sine intensjoner.En: Siv played cautiously at first, enough to keep herself in the game without revealing her intentions.No: Rundt henne merket hun blikkene fra de andre spillerne, inkludert Lars som vurderte henne med et aldri så lite smil.En: Around her, she noticed the glances from the other players, including Lars, who assessed her with a slight smile.No: Han likte å kontrollere spillets tempo, men Siv nektet å falme under hans blikk.En: He liked to control the pace of the game, but Siv refused to fade under his gaze.No: Tiden kom for den siste, avgjørende hånden.En: The time came for the final, decisive hand.No: Lars satset stort, og mange spillere foldet.En: Lars bet big, and many players folded.No: Kun Siv holdt fast i kortene sine.En: Only Siv held on to her cards.No: Pulsene banket da hun viste sin vinnerhånd, en royal flush som tok pusten fra de fleste rundt bordet.En: Hearts pounded as she revealed her winning hand, a royal flush that took the breath away from most around the table.No: Det var et øyeblikk av stillhet, før applausen brøt ut.En: There was a moment of silence before applause broke out.No: Lars nikket anerkjennende, og Ingrid kunne ikke tro hva hun nettopp hadde sett.En: Lars nodded approvingly, and Ingrid couldn't believe what she had just seen.No: Siv hadde vunnet. Ikke bare spillet, men også respekten fra sine konkurrenter.En: Siv had won—not just the game, but also the respect of her competitors.No: Med denne seieren vokste en ny tro i henne.En: With this victory, a new belief grew in her.No: Hun kunne gå videre fra sitt vanlige liv som dealer, fri til å forfølge nye muligheter.En: She could move on from her usual life as a dealer, free to pursue new opportunities.No: Den kvelden sa adrenalinets rush fra pokerbordet mer enn mange ord kunne.En: That night, the adrenaline rush from the poker table spoke more than many words could.No: Siv hadde bevist for seg selv at hun ikke lenger var bundet av sin rolle.En: Siv had proven to herself that she was no longer bound by her role.No: Hun var en spiller, klar for hva fremtiden ville bringe.En: She was a player, ready for whatever the future would bring. Vocabulary Words:mystery: mysteriumcostumes: kostymeratmosphere: atmosfæreadventure: eventyrprove: beviseexperienced: erfarnerival: rivalcunning: listigeencouragingly: oppmuntrendecherished: kjærkommenworth: verdibold: dristigtension: spenningglances: blikkcautiously: forsiktigrevealing: avslørepace: tempodecisive: avgjørendefolded: foldethearts: pulseneapplause: applausennodded: nikketrespect: respektencompetitors: konkurrenterbelief: troadrenaline: adrenalinetsbound: bundetplayer: spillerpursue: forfølgeopportunities: muligheter

How should you train in your "base training" phase? Long slow distance? Reverse periodisation? Lots of gym work? Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens discuss best practices of base training for triathletes.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: General performance capacity is the cake, specific training is the icing. During base training we work on general performance capacity ("general preparation")The key pillar of the base training: building a stronger aerobic training baseHow intensity plays a role in base training, and how your goal races and individual physiological characteristics impact the choice of intensity to focus onWhat role does technique training, sprint training, and strength training play in a triathlete's base training?How to incorporate low-key races into your base training.Common mistakes amateur athletes make in their base phase triathlon training.DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/base1/LINKS AND RESOURCES: Jack's coaching profile and InstagramWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?This is the first episode of a series of episodes all focused on triathlon base training. So stay tuned for upcoming episodes to get more information on this topic. In the meantime, I think some of the greats of high performance coaching in triathlon have a lot of good things to say about training in general that also applies to the base training phase for amateur triathletes. Give these episodes a listen: Dan Lorang – coach of Jan Frodeno, Anne Haug and Bora Hansgrohe pro cycling team | EP#175World Champions keep things simple: training masterclass with Joel Filliol | EP#172Arild Tveiten – coach of Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden and Casper Stornes on triathlon training the Norwegian way | EP#223How Norway became a triathlon powerhouse with head coach Arild Tveiten | EP#154You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes. LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Jackson shares his experiences training in the Sierra Nevada, discussing the benefits of altitude training, his decision-making process for race preparation, and the camaraderie he found while training with elite athletes from Norway. He delves into the technical aspects of the upcoming race course, gear considerations, and the importance of mindset in training. The conversation also touches on logistics and accommodations for athletes traveling to compete, as well as insights from his interactions with world champions.

This week's Mixtape Rewind takes you back to January 2022 when Matt and Sam gave you 12 new tracks from the latter part of 2021.  Sam is almost certain one song is Norwegian but later realizes it was actually French - you'll have to listen to find out what that's all about. (The perils of recording early in the morning).Nearly four years ago, we went from a posthumous Juice WRLD cut with Justin Bieber to a high-voltage rocker from Goodbye June, before swerving into Nas's compact masterclass and The Smile's angular warning shot from Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood.The middle of the journey softens without losing purpose. Save Face disguises a dark story in glittering pop-punk; Stromae returns with a beautiful, aching meditation on isolation; Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats bring blues rock warmth with a simple promise: I'm on your side. We keep that thread alive with Aurora's poetic electro-pop and a cinematic surprise—U2's Your Song Saved My Life from Sing 2—proof that film can spark songs meant to be felt by every age in the room.We land the plane with intimacy and legacy. JJ Wilde and Billy Raffoul trade lines like late-night confessions, Brian Wilson reminds us what a signature sound really means, and Broken Social Scene closes with a winter-walk tempo and a lyric about moving slowly through uncertainty. It's a mix built for replay and for sharing—equal parts adrenaline and reflection, discovery and comfort. Here's the mix available on our Super Awesome Mix app (requires Apple Music): https://app.superawesomemix.com/qdjkzrCDUd7y4sx68 Here's the mix on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Qc8jOICb2quuMWO8XnrJy?si=d510dc3ff85e4430Wandered to LA by Juice WRLD & Justin BieberStep Aside by Goodbye June40-16 Building by NasYou Will Never Work In Television Again by The SmileGLITTER by Save FaceL'enfer by StromaeI'm On Your Side by Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night SweatsEverything Matters by AURORAYour Song Saved My Life by U2Let Me Go by JJ Wilde & Billy RaffoulRight Where I Belong by Brian Wilson & Jim JamesCurse Your Fail by Broken Social Scene Support the showVisit us at https://www.superawesomemix.com to learn more about our app, our merchandise, our cards, and more!

Survivors of genocide in Gaza have called on the global community to launch criminal prosecutions of Western media professionals who they say carry blame for the murders of their colleagues, families and other victims of Israeli conquest. Is criminal prosecution possible? Would it even be fair? We put these questions to Palestinian and Western journalists, legal experts and other witnesses, to take the conversation about media complicity – which has featured on the podcast repeatedly over the past two years – to its next step. Where there is complicity, shouldn't there be accountability Guests include Palestinian journalists Ahmed Alnaouq and Abubaker Abed, US journalist Katie Halper, Israeli anthropologist Jeff Halper, Norwegian frontline medic Dr Mads Gilbert, and professor of law Penny Green. This episode was recorded at the Gaza Tribunal in Istanbul, a people's trial collating evidence alleging crimes against humanity in Palestine. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow your hosts Mathilda Mallinson (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mathildamall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Helena Wadia (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@helenawadia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)  The music is by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @soundofsamfire⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Oslo's Office Halloween: The Magic of Collaborative Costumes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-30-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: På en kjølig høstmorgen i Oslo hastet Sigrid gjennom de travle gatene.En: On a chilly autumn morning in Oslo, Sigrid hurried through the busy streets.No: Hun tenkte på den kommende Halloween-festen på kontoret.En: She was thinking about the upcoming Halloween party at the office.No: Kontorvinduene i høghuset var allerede dekket av oransje og svarte strømmer, spøkelsesklare gresskar og kunstige edderkopper, som ga alt en spennende atmosfære.En: The office windows in the high-rise were already covered with orange and black streamers, ghostly pumpkins, and artificial spiders, giving everything an exciting atmosphere.No: Sigrid var en pliktoppfyllende prosjektleder.En: Sigrid was a diligent project manager.No: Hun var alltid fokusert på sitt arbeide, men i hemmelighet ønsket hun å imponere kollegene sine på Halloween-festen.En: She was always focused on her work, but in secret, she wanted to impress her colleagues at the Halloween party.No: Hun ville vinne kostymekonkurransen.En: She wanted to win the costume contest.No: Men tiden var knapp.En: But time was tight.No: Arbeidsmengden hadde vært stor, og hun hadde ennå ikke funnet et unikt kostyme.En: The workload had been heavy, and she still hadn't found a unique costume.No: På kontoret møtte hun Lars, den alltid glade IT-spesialisten.En: At the office, she met Lars, the ever-cheerful IT specialist.No: Han var selve livligheten på kontoret, alltid klar for en fest.En: He was the very life of the office, always ready for a party.No: "Hei, Sigrid!En: "Hey, Sigrid!"No: " smilte han.En: he smiled.No: "Har du funnet ut hva du skal kle deg ut som?En: "Have you figured out what you're going to dress up as?"No: "Sigrid rynket pannen.En: Sigrid frowned.No: "Jeg har ingen idé, Lars.En: "I have no idea, Lars.No: Jeg har hatt så mye å gjøre.En: I've had so much to do."No: "Ved kaffemaskinen sto Eva, den rolige dataanalysten.En: By the coffee machine stood Eva, the calm data analyst.No: Hun var mer komfortabel med tall enn med mennesker, men hun hadde bestemt seg for å bryte ut av skallet sitt på festen.En: She was more comfortable with numbers than with people, but she had decided to break out of her shell at the party.No: "Hva om vi gjør noe sammen?En: "What if we do something together?"No: " foreslo Eva forsiktig.En: Eva suggested cautiously.No: "Kanskje en gruppe kostyme?En: "Maybe a group costume?"No: "Sigrids øyne lyste opp.En: Sigrid's eyes lit up.No: "Det er en god idé!En: "That's a good idea!No: Vi kan kombinere kreativiteten vår.En: We can combine our creativity."No: "Lars nikket entusiastisk.En: Lars nodded enthusiastically.No: "Hva med å være et klassisk skummelt trekløver?En: "How about being a classic spooky trio?No: Hekser, zombier og varulver!En: Witches, zombies, and werewolves!"No: "Men Sigrid hadde en annen idé.En: But Sigrid had another idea.No: "Hva med noe mer moderne?En: "What about something more modern?No: En ‘corporate horror story'?En: A ‘corporate horror story'?No: Som zombieboss, spøkelsesansatt, og vampyrvikar?En: Like zombie boss, ghost employee, and vampire substitute?"No: "Eva lo, en sjelden lyd fra henne.En: Eva laughed, a rare sound from her.No: "Jeg kan være spøkelset," sa hun.En: "I can be the ghost," she said.No: "Jeg er vant til å føle meg som en usynlig kraft.En: "I'm used to feeling like an invisible force."No: "De tre kollegene satte seg i gang med planleggingen.En: The three colleagues set to planning.No: Sigrid brukte sin prosjektlederkompetanse til å lage en tidsplan.En: Sigrid used her project management skills to create a schedule.No: Lars sjonglerte IT-timene sine for å finne tid til å handle inn elementene de trengte.En: Lars juggled his IT hours to find time to shop for the elements they needed.No: Eva brukte datanettverket sitt til å finne inspirasjon og ideer.En: Eva used her data network to find inspiration and ideas.No: Dagen for festen kom.En: The day of the party came.No: Kontoret var fylt med duften av gresskarpai og krydder.En: The office was filled with the scent of pumpkin pie and spices.No: Gangen var full av ansatte kledd som alt fra superhelter til pirater.En: The hallway was full of employees dressed as everything from superheroes to pirates.No: Da Sigrid, Lars, og Eva gjorde sin store entre, snudde alle hodene seg.En: When Sigrid, Lars, and Eva made their grand entrance, all heads turned.No: Der sto de, i en sømløs kombinasjon av moderne skrekk.En: There they stood, in a seamless combination of modern horror.No: Folk applauderte, og latteren fylte rommet.En: People applauded, and laughter filled the room.No: Dommerne, som besto av kontorets ledelse, var imponert.En: The judges, consisting of the office management, were impressed.No: "Vinnerne av årets kostymekonkurranse er Sigrid, Lars, og Eva!En: "The winners of this year's costume competition are Sigrid, Lars, and Eva!"No: " annonserte de.En: they announced.No: Det var en seier for laget.En: It was a victory for the team.No: Sigrid smilte bredt og innså noe viktig - samarbeid kunne skape magi.En: Sigrid smiled broadly and realized something important - collaboration could create magic.No: Å vinne sammen med sine kolleger var bedre enn å vinne alene.En: Winning together with her colleagues was better than winning alone.No: Den dagen lærte hun at sjarmen i felles anstrengelser ofte overgår personlig ambisjon.En: That day she learned that the charm in joint efforts often surpasses personal ambition.No: De tre kollegene forlot festen, raskere og styrket, klar for neste prosjekt sammen.En: The three colleagues left the party, quicker and strengthened, ready for the next project together. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjølighigh-rise: høghusatmosphere: atmosfærediligent: pliktoppfyllendeupcoming: kommendecontest: konkurranseworkload: arbeidsmengdefrowned: rynket pannencalm: roligcautiously: forsiktigenthusiastically: entusiastisktrio: trekløvermodern: moderneghostly: spøkelsesklareunique: uniktjuggled: sjonglertesubstitute: vikarinspiration: inspirasjonseamless: sømløsapplauded: applaudertejudges: dommernecollaboration: samarbeidcharm: sjarmefforts: anstrengelserambition: ambisjonstrengthened: styrketspider: edderkoppnetwork: datanettverkinvisible: usynligspices: krydder

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Shadows to Strength: Sindre's Halloween Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-30-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Utenfor de store glassvinduene suste høstløv i vinden.En: Outside the large glass windows, autumn leaves whirled in the wind.No: Innsiden av det moderne kontoret var fylt med Halloween-dekorasjoner.En: Inside the modern office was filled with Halloween decorations.No: Små plastikkspøkelser hang fra taket og gresskar stod på hvert skrivebord.En: Small plastic ghosts hung from the ceiling, and pumpkins stood on every desk.No: Det var en travel dag, men i dag var enda viktigere for Sindre.En: It was a busy day, but today was even more important for Sindre.No: Sindre var en ambisiøs mann.En: Sindre was an ambitious man.No: Han hadde jobbet hardt for å komme til hvor han var i dag.En: He had worked hard to get to where he was today.No: Denne presentasjonen kunne bety en etterlengtet forfremmelse.En: This presentation could mean a long-awaited promotion.No: Men det var den konstante frykten som lurte i bakhodet – en frykt for at migrenen skulle dukke opp på verst tenkelige tidspunkt.En: But there was the constant fear lurking in the back of his mind - a fear that the migraine would strike at the worst possible time.No: Astrid var Sindres kollega.En: Astrid was Sindre's colleague.No: Hun var alltid blid og hjelpsom.En: She was always cheerful and helpful.No: Hun hadde merket hvordan Sindre nylig hadde vært stille og fraværende.En: She had noticed how Sindre had recently been quiet and absent-minded.No: Derfor bestemte hun seg for å snakke med ham.En: So she decided to talk to him.No: "Hei, Sindre.En: "Hi, Sindre.No: Hvordan går det med deg?En: How are you doing?"No: " spurte Astrid med et varmt smil.En: asked Astrid with a warm smile.No: Sindre nølte, men svarte: "Jeg har det bra, takk.En: Sindre hesitated, but answered, "I'm doing well, thanks.No: Bare litt stresset.En: Just a bit stressed."No: "Astrid så ikke overbevist ut.En: Astrid didn't seem convinced.No: "Jeg vet at du har jobbet hardt.En: "I know you've been working hard.No: Hvis du trenger hjelp, er jeg her.En: If you need help, I'm here."No: "På innsiden ønsket Sindre å fortelle sannheten om migrenen, men ønske om å fortsette å skjule det var sterkt.En: Inside, Sindre wanted to tell the truth about the migraines, but the desire to keep it hidden was strong.No: Han var redd for å vise svakhet foran sjefene sine.En: He was afraid to show weakness in front of his bosses.No: Snart var det tid for presentasjonen.En: Soon it was time for the presentation.No: Møterommet var fullt.En: The meeting room was full.No: Tunge gardiner holdt det skumle Halloween-lyset ute og ga rommet en dunkel atmosfære.En: Heavy curtains kept the spooky Halloween light out, giving the room a dim atmosphere.No: Mens Sindre begynte, kjente han den kjente, sviende smerten snike seg over pannen hans.En: As Sindre began, he felt the familiar, burning pain creeping across his forehead.No: Ordene begynte å flyte sammen, og han mistet tråden.En: The words began to blur, and he lost his train of thought.No: Han stanset opp, og panikken begynte å ta over.En: He paused, and panic began to take over.No: Det var da Astrid reiste seg.En: That's when Astrid stood up.No: Uten å nøle tok hun over presentasjonen.En: Without hesitation, she took over the presentation.No: Hun presenterte dataene med klarhet og entusiasme.En: She presented the data with clarity and enthusiasm.No: Sindre var lettet over hjelpen.En: Sindre was relieved by the help.No: Midt i møtet forlot dem spørrende, men de forstod fort hva som skjedde.En: In the midst of the meeting, they left people questioning, but they quickly understood what was happening.No: Sammen fullførte de presentasjonen med suksess.En: Together they completed the presentation successfully.No: Da presentasjonen var over, takket Sindre Astrid oppriktig.En: When the presentation was over, Sindre thanked Astrid sincerely.No: "Sindre," sa Astrid etterpå, "du trenger ikke gjøre dette alene.En: "Sindre," said Astrid afterward, "you don't have to do this alone.No: Kanskje du burde oppsøke lege for å få hjelp med migrenene?En: Maybe you should see a doctor to get help with the migraines?"No: "Sindre nikket, takknemlig og litt lettere til sinns.En: Sindre nodded, grateful and a bit lighter in spirit.No: Han skjønte nå hvor viktig det var å be om hjelp.En: He now understood how important it was to ask for help.No: Det var ikke et tegn på svakhet, men på styrke.En: It was not a sign of weakness, but of strength.No: Høsten fortsatte utenfor kontorvinduene.En: Autumn continued outside the office windows.No: Stormfull og vakker, akkurat som Sindres nye forståelse – han skulle aldri mer stå alene.En: Stormy and beautiful, just like Sindre's new understanding – he would never stand alone again. Vocabulary Words:whirled: susteambitious: ambisiøspromotion: forfremmelselurking: lurkermigraines: migrenercheerful: blidabsent-minded: fraværendehesitated: nøltecurtains: gardinerdim: dunkelburning pain: sviende smerteblur: flyte sammenpanicked: panikkenenthusiasm: entusiasmerelieved: lettetquestioning: spørrendesincerely: oppriktiggrateful: takknemligspirit: sinnsunderstanding: forståelsestormy: stormfullweakness: svakhetstrength: styrkepresentation: presentasjonenforehead: pannenhesitation: nølecolleague: kollegaatmosphere: atmosfæredoctor: legenoticed: merket

In this episode of Cruise News Daily, we explore major developments shaping the cruise industry, from sustainability and food recovery to new loyalty benefits and destination growth across Europe and Latin America.Carnival Expands Meal Donations to Latin AmericaCarnival Corporation is deepening its commitment to social responsibility with an expansion of its meal donation program into Latin America. The initiative delivers unserved, high-quality meals from cruise ships to communities in need, supporting the company's “Less Left Over” strategy to reduce food waste and repurpose surplus prepared meals.The expansion includes formal partnerships in:Mexico: A pilot program launched in Ensenada with Bancos de Alimentos de México, with plans to expand to additional ports.Honduras: Collaboration with local authorities in Roatán to provide meals to schools, hospitals, and community groups.Dominican Republic: Agreements with the Catholic Diocese of Puerto Plata and Banco de Alimentos República Dominicana to distribute meals locally.Since starting in 2017 with Costa Cruises, the program has delivered more than 300,000 meals across 19 destinations worldwide. Carnival is the first cruise company to formalize meal donation programs in these Latin American markets, working with Global FoodBanking Network affiliates to ensure safe delivery and lasting community impact.Norwegian Unveils Cross-Brand Loyalty PerksNorwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is introducing the Loyalty Status Honoring Program, giving guests recognition across its three brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.Launch: Guests may request eligibility starting September 29, 2025, for cruises departing October 15 or later.How it works: Travelers submit a request before each sailing to have their loyalty tier recognized across brands.Benefits: Complimentary beverages, priority embarkation, and access to exclusive events.The program is part of the company's Charting the Course strategy, encouraging cross-brand exploration while rewarding repeat travelers. Although the per-cruise application step has prompted mixed reactions, it reflects a growing focus on loyalty integration across premium and luxury lines.Wales Embraces Cruise TourismWales continues to see strong growth in cruise tourism, welcoming nearly 80,000 passengers last year and generating about £7.5 million in visitor spending. Holyhead on Anglesey serves as the main gateway and now accounts for roughly 10 percent of Wales' international tourism.Regional operators are emphasizing authentic, local experiences:Cultural Immersion: Tours highlighting Welsh language, history, and heritage.Unique Excursions: Visits to Bragdy Cybi brewery and traditional hill farms.Growth Ahead: Viking Cruises plans a 40 percent increase in calls to Holyhead by 2026.Local leaders are focused on sustainable growth that supports cultural exchange and community development, positioning Wales as a distinctive European cruise destination.Subscribe to Cruise News Daily for continuing coverage of industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and destination insights. Visit CruiseNews.io to read daily stories and sign up for free email alerts.

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Imagine if you will, it's the 1940's and Europe is being overrun by the Nazi war machine. Scientists that would take part in the success of the Manhattan Project have fled their now occupied nations bringing their knowledge of harnessing atomic power to the Allies. That didn't deter the Nazi's from forming a program of their own, starting the "Uranium Club" in 1939. No one knew where the other stood in their goal of building the bomb, for all the allies knew Hitler was on the cusp of developing it first. Nuclear fission was discovered in Berlin after all. When a Norwegian scientist escaping Nazi occupation informed the British a hydroelectric plant, which just so happen to be the largest producer of Heavy Water in the world, was captured by Hitler and its production ramped up, the Allies knew the implications. Heavy Water is a key ingredient in the process of creating nuclear fission. It allowed the process to occur with natural uranium, instead of the much more difficult to produce enriched uranium. To slow the Nazi's nuclear program several missions were attempted to destroy the heavy water production, the only problem was the plant was build like a fortress in one of the most inhospitable places in the world. This is the story of those men that took on a suicide mission to stop Hitler from getting The Bomb. Join us this week as week as get Historically High on Operation Gunnerside. Support the show

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Finding Friendship's Strength: Sindre's Autumn Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-29-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Høstløvet fnitret i vinden og spredte et teppe av rødt, gult og oransje over stien der Sindre og Ingrid gikk.En: The autumn leaves rustled in the wind, spreading a carpet of red, yellow, and orange over the path where Sindre and Ingrid walked.No: De var naboer, men også venner.En: They were neighbors, but also friends.No: Ingrid hadde bodd i felleskapet en stund og pleide å dele godbiter av sin vennlighet med de nye.En: Ingrid had lived in the community for a while and often shared bits of her kindness with newcomers.No: Sindre, derimot, hadde flyttet hit for å finne roen.En: Sindre, on the other hand, had moved here to find peace.No: Men roens vennskap hadde sine utfordringer.En: But the peace of friendship had its challenges.No: Det var en perfekt høstdag ved innsjøhytta.En: It was a perfect autumn day by the lakeside cabin.No: Tåken svevde over vannet, og luften bar med seg den friske duften av furuskog.En: The mist floated over the water, and the air carried the fresh scent of pine forest.No: Dette var alt Sindre hadde håpet på – fred, natur, muligheten til å gå i sitt eget tempo.En: This was everything Sindre had hoped for—peace, nature, the chance to go at his own pace.No: Men i dag var annerledes.En: But today was different.No: Midt i samtalen om det kommende halloween-arrangementet i fellesskapet, stoppet Sindre plutselig.En: In the middle of their conversation about the upcoming Halloween event in the community, Sindre suddenly stopped.No: Smerten i brystet hans var skarp, ukjent.En: The pain in his chest was sharp, unfamiliar.No: Han pustet tungt og så på trærne som virket å bøye seg nærmere, pressende.En: He breathed heavily and looked at the trees that seemed to bend closer, pressing in.No: "Ingrid," klarte Sindre å si, selv om ordene virket å drukne i tåken.En: "Ingrid," Sindre managed to say, even though the words seemed to drown in the mist.No: "Jeg tror ikke jeg har det bra.En: "I don't think I'm doing well."No: "Ingrid, årvåken som alltid, var allerede ved hans side.En: Ingrid, vigilant as always, was already by his side.No: "Sindre, vi må tilbake til hytta.En: "Sindre, we need to get back to the cabin.No: Nå.En: Now.No: Kan du gå?En: Can you walk?"No: "Sindre kjempet mot frykten.En: Sindre fought against the fear.No: Han hadde alltid klart seg selv, men nå var ikke tiden for stolthet.En: He had always managed on his own, but now was not the time for pride.No: Han nikket, men bena hans var som bly.En: He nodded, but his legs felt like lead.No: Han måtte stole på Ingrid.En: He had to rely on Ingrid.No: Med Ingrids arm støttende under hans, begynte de sakte tilbake mot hytta og sikkerheten.En: With Ingrid's arm supporting him, they slowly began their way back to the cabin and safety.No: Alle tankene om å trekke seg vekk fra fellesskapet for å helbrede seg selv syntes plutselig feile.En: All thoughts of withdrawing from the community to heal himself suddenly seemed flawed.No: Var ikke en del av helvete også å bygge bånd med folk rundt ham?En: Wasn't part of healing also building bonds with those around him?No: Snart nådde de hytta hvor Ingrid raskt ringte etter hjelp.En: Soon they reached the cabin where Ingrid quickly called for help.No: I løpet av minutter var Sindre i en ambulanse på vei til et nærliggende sykehus.En: Within minutes, Sindre was in an ambulance on his way to a nearby hospital.No: Der opplevde han at hans hjerteproblem ikke var livstruende, men absolutt et tegn på nødvendigheten av endring.En: There he found out that his heart problem was not life-threatening, but certainly a sign of the necessity of change.No: På sykehuset besøkte Ingrid ham daglig.En: At the hospital, Ingrid visited him daily.No: Hun snakket om samlingen av naboer som ønsket ham alt godt, at de skulle bake eplekake til hans hjemkomst.En: She talked about the gathering of neighbors who wished him well, and that they would bake an apple cake for his homecoming.No: Sindre, stadig svak, begynte å forstå at ro ikke betydde isolasjon.En: Sindre, still weak, began to understand that peace did not mean isolation.No: Fellesskapet, og Ingrids vennskap, var deler av den helsen han ønsket å bygge.En: The community, and Ingrid's friendship, were parts of the health he wanted to build.No: Da han endelig reiste tilbake til hytta, var høstløvet nå blitt til et vinterens stille teppe.En: When he finally returned to the cabin, the autumn leaves had now become a silent winter carpet.No: Men i hjertet hans var det en ny sommer på vei.En: But in his heart, a new summer was on its way.No: Sindre hadde lært den viktige vekten av fellesskap, at styrke kunne finnes i vennskap.En: Sindre had learned the important value of community, that strength could be found in friendship.No: Mens han og Ingrid igjen gikk langs innsjøen, denne gangen med roligere hjerte, visste Sindre at han ikke lenger gikk alene.En: As he and Ingrid once again walked along the lake, this time with a calmer heart, Sindre knew he no longer walked alone. Vocabulary Words:rustled: fnitretcarpet: teppemist: tåkenvigilant: årvåkensupporting: støttendesharp: skarpunfamiliar: ukjentbend: bøyepressing: pressendeflawed: feilerely: stolepride: stolthetambulance: ambulansepeace: rolake: innsjøgathering: samlingenneighbors: naboerpace: tempochallenges: utfordringerisolation: isolasjoncommunity: fellesskapstrength: styrkeconversation: samtalensharp: skarplead: blywithdraw: trekkeheal: helbredehospital: sykehusnecessary: nødvendighetenfriendship: vennskap

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Halloween Surprise: A Heartwarming Tale of Letting Go Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-29-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kjølig høstkveld i et fint, avlåst område i Oslo.En: It was a chilly autumn evening in a nice, gated area in Oslo.No: Gatene var pyntet med lysende gresskar og grener med gyldne blader.En: The streets were decorated with glowing pumpkins and branches with golden leaves.No: Latteren fra barn som løp rundt i nabolaget skapte en forventningsfull stemning.En: The laughter of children running around the neighborhood created an atmosphere full of anticipation.No: Det var Halloween, en tid Lars vanligvis så på med en viss forsiktighet, men i år hadde Ingrid overbevist ham om å lage en stor feiring.En: It was Halloween, a time Lars usually approached with some caution, but this year Ingrid had convinced him to host a big celebration.No: Lars var en mann som likte stabilitet og forutsigbarhet.En: Lars was a man who liked stability and predictability.No: Han hadde alltid vært nøye med detaljene, spesielt når det gjaldt sønnen, Svein.En: He had always been meticulous with details, especially when it came to his son, Svein.No: Svein var en energisk gutt på åtte år, full av fantasi og beundring for superhelter.En: Svein was an energetic eight-year-old boy, full of imagination and admiration for superheroes.No: Han hadde gledet seg til å kle seg ut som sin favoritthelt, Spiderman.En: He had been looking forward to dressing up as his favorite hero, Spiderman.No: "Ingrid, er du sikker på at alle er klare?En: "Ingrid, are you sure everyone is ready?"No: " spurte Lars litt nervøst, mens han så ut over dekorasjonene.En: Lars asked a bit nervously as he looked over the decorations.No: Ingrid smilte lurt og ga ham et raskt kyss på kinnet.En: Ingrid smiled slyly and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek.No: "Alt blir bra, Lars.En: "Everything will be fine, Lars.No: Det handler om minner, ikke bare om planlegging," svarte hun mens hun justerte en flaggermus som hang i treet ved siden av.En: It's about memories, not just planning," she replied while adjusting a bat hanging in the tree next to them.No: Men så, midt i latter og gresskar-lanterner, skjedde det alle fryktet.En: But then, in the midst of laughter and pumpkin lanterns, the thing everyone feared happened.No: Svein begynte plutselig å klø seg intenst i ansiktet.En: Svein suddenly began to scratch his face intensely.No: Øynene hans ble røde, og han begynte å hoste.En: His eyes turned red, and he started coughing.No: "Pappa, jeg føler meg rar," sa han med en tynn stemme.En: "Dad, I feel weird," he said with a thin voice.No: Lars' hjerte sank.En: Lars's heart sank.No: Han visste at dette var et allergisk sjokk, og for første gang visste han ikke hva han skulle gjøre.En: He knew this was an allergic reaction, and for the first time, he didn't know what to do.No: Han måtte ta en rask beslutning.En: He had to make a quick decision.No: Lars trakk pusten dypt og kjente panikken presse, men han visste hva som måtte gjøres.En: Lars took a deep breath and felt the panic rising, but he knew what needed to be done.No: "Ingrid, vi må til klinikken, nå!En: "Ingrid, we need to get to the clinic, now!"No: " ropte han, mens han løftet Svein og satte kursen mot utgangen.En: he shouted, as he picked up Svein and headed for the exit.No: På klinikken satt de i spenning.En: At the clinic, they sat in suspense.No: Ventetiden var fylt med engstelige blikk og korte pust.En: The waiting time was filled with anxious glances and short breaths.No: Da legen endelig kom ut med positive nyheter, kunne Lars kjenne stresset lette fra skuldrene hans.En: When the doctor finally came out with positive news, Lars could feel the stress lift from his shoulders.No: Svein kom seg raskt, og den lille helten fikk endelig puste rolig.En: Svein recovered quickly, and the little hero could finally breathe calmly.No: Da halloweenfesten fortsatte senere den kvelden, var det med en ny følelse i luften.En: When the Halloween party continued later that evening, it was with a new feeling in the air.No: Svein lo igjen, med klarere øyne, mens Ingrid og Lars satt ved hans side.En: Svein laughed again, with clearer eyes, while Ingrid and Lars sat by his side.No: Lars, som alltid hadde strebet etter å kontrollere enhver detalj, innså noe viktig denne kvelden.En: Lars, who had always strived to control every detail, realized something important that evening.No: Livet kunne ikke alltid planlegges, og det var greit.En: Life could not always be planned, and that was okay.No: Med Svein kledd som Spiderman, og med Ingrid ved sin side, smilte Lars.En: With Svein dressed as Spiderman, and with Ingrid by his side, Lars smiled.No: Han hadde lært å gi slipp.En: He had learned to let go.No: Det var ikke bare planene som betydde noe, det var menneskene rundt seg.En: It wasn't just the plans that mattered; it was the people around him.No: Fra nå av skulle han nyte hver overraskelse livet kastet hans vei, med åpent sinn og hjerte.En: From now on, he would enjoy every surprise life threw his way, with an open mind and heart. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjøliggated: avlåstglowing: lysendeanticipated: forventningsfullcaution: forsiktighetmeticulous: nøyeadmiration: beundringnervously: nervøstslyly: lurtanticipation: forventningintensely: intenstcoughing: hostepanicked: panikkclinic: klinikksuspense: spenninganxious: engsteligeglances: blikkpositive: positiverecovered: kom segcontrol: kontrollererealized: innsåplanned: planleggesstability: stabilitetenergy: energipredictability: forutsigbarhetsuperheroes: superheltersank: sankimagination: fantasisurprises: overraskelseconvinced: overbevist

In this episode Max reflects on his end of the season, whilst Toms unveils a big new goal for him. Besides that they bust a typical IRONMAN Branded bullshitbuster and go in about the superior fitness off the Norwegians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Norway is breathtaking — from its glassy fjords to the bright red fishing huts tucked between mountains, and those cascading waterfalls that make you stop in your tracks. If you've been dreaming of visiting, you've probably come across this thing called "Norway in a Nutshell," which looks totally magical, but also a little confusing. Like — is it a tour, a train ride, a fjord cruise, or just a clever marketing name? And more importantly — is it worth including on your trip? I've got those answers on this episode. I'm breaking down exactly what Norway in a Nutshell is, where it goes, how it works, and the most common mistake travelers make when planning it. Then, we go beyond the Nutshell to explore other incredible destinations in Norway — from Oslo and Bergen to Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and more — helping you think about how to piece together a trip that makes the most of your time. Whether Norway is a "someday" dream or a trip you're starting to plan, this episode will give you clarity and guidance to begin designing your perfect Norwegian adventure. →  SAVE YOUR SPOT ON MY CALENDAR TO GET 1-ON-1 VACATION PLANNING SUPPORT! ← Connect w/ Angela on Instagram   LISTEN BACK: Episode 159: 5 Tips to Decrease the Time It Takes to Plan Your Vacation Episode 178: 4 Signs Your Itinerary is Too Ambitious Episode 230: The Perfect Pace For A Multi-Leg Trip

Norway is breathtaking — from its glassy fjords to the bright red fishing huts tucked between mountains, and those cascading waterfalls that make you stop in your tracks. If you've been dreaming of visiting, you've probably come across this thing called "Norway in a Nutshell," which looks totally magical, but also a little confusing. Like — is it a tour, a train ride, a fjord cruise, or just a clever marketing name? And more importantly — is it worth including on your trip? I've got those answers on this episode. I'm breaking down exactly what Norway in a Nutshell is, where it goes, how it works, and the most common mistake travelers make when planning it. Then, we go beyond the Nutshell to explore other incredible destinations in Norway — from Oslo and Bergen to Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and more — helping you think about how to piece together a trip that makes the most of your time. Whether Norway is a "someday" dream or a trip you're starting to plan, this episode will give you clarity and guidance to begin designing your perfect Norwegian adventure. →  SAVE YOUR SPOT ON MY CALENDAR TO GET 1-ON-1 VACATION PLANNING SUPPORT! ← Connect w/ Angela on Instagram   LISTEN BACK: Episode 159: 5 Tips to Decrease the Time It Takes to Plan Your Vacation Episode 178: 4 Signs Your Itinerary is Too Ambitious Episode 230: The Perfect Pace For A Multi-Leg Trip

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: The Gift of Folktales: A Heartwarming Tale of Halloween Surprises Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-28-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Oslo Lufthavn var fylt med travle folk på en kald høstdag.En: Oslo Lufthavn was filled with busy people on a cold autumn day.No: Luften var kjølig, og de høye vinduene ga utsikt til trær som hadde mistet sine fargerike blader.En: The air was chilly, and the tall windows provided a view of trees that had lost their colorful leaves.No: Sindre hastet gjennom terminalen.En: Sindre hurried through the terminal.No: Hjertet hamret i brystet hans, ikke fra farten, men fra bekymringen over å finne en passende Halloween-gave til sin niese.En: His heart was pounding in his chest, not from the speed, but from the worry about finding a suitable Halloween gift for his niece.No: Sindre var glemsom, men med en stor vilje til å gjøre ting riktig.En: Sindre was forgetful, but with a strong will to make things right.No: Han visste at niesen elsket Halloween, og han ønsket å overraske henne med noe spesielt.En: He knew that his niece loved Halloween, and he wanted to surprise her with something special.No: Problemet var at han var på vei hjem til en familiefest, og tiden var knapp.En: The problem was that he was on his way home to a family party, and time was short.No: Kari var på vakt bak disken i en liten suvenirbutikk.En: Kari was on duty behind the counter in a small souvenir shop.No: Hun hadde jobbet der lenge, men drømte om å skrive reisebøker.En: She had worked there for a long time but dreamed of writing travel books.No: Hun la merke til Sindre som stresset gikk fra hylle til hylle, og bestemte seg for å spørre om hun kunne hjelpe.En: She noticed Sindre stressing, going from shelf to shelf, and decided to ask if she could help.No: "Hva leter du etter?En: "What are you looking for?"No: " spurte Kari med en vennlig tone.En: asked Kari in a friendly tone.No: "Jeg trenger en gave til niesen min.En: "I need a gift for my niece.No: Noe unikt til Halloween," svarte Sindre med et forhåpningsfullt smil.En: Something unique for Halloween," replied Sindre with a hopeful smile.No: "Prøv denne," foreslo Kari, og ga ham en bok med fargerike illustrasjoner.En: "Try this," suggested Kari, handing him a book with colorful illustrations.No: "Den inneholder norske folkeeventyr.En: "It contains Norwegian folktales.No: Barna vil elske historiene.En: The kids will love the stories."No: "Boken var vakker, med omslag preget av magiske skapninger fra norsk mytologi.En: The book was beautiful, with a cover adorned with magical creatures from Norwegian mythology.No: Sindre bladde raskt gjennom sidene og så de flotte bildene.En: Sindre quickly flipped through the pages and saw the beautiful pictures.No: En historie fanget hans øye, om et troll under en bro.En: One story caught his eye, about a troll under a bridge.No: Det fikk ham til å smile, og han tenkte at niesen ville elske å høre om disse eventyrene.En: It made him smile, and he thought his niece would love hearing about these tales.No: Lars, Sindre sin eldre bror, ristet på hodet da han kom bort.En: Lars, Sindre's older brother, shook his head as he approached.No: "Er du sikker på at det ikke er for gammeldags?En: "Are you sure it's not too old-fashioned?"No: ""Nei," sa Sindre bestemt.En: "No," said Sindre decisively.No: "Det er perfekt.En: "It's perfect.No: Hun kan lære om norsk kultur også.En: She can learn about Norwegian culture too."No: "Kari smilte, fornøyd med å ha hjulpet.En: Kari smiled, satisfied to have helped.No: Kanskje hennes egen drøm om å skrive kunne inkludere flere av disse historiene, tenkte hun.En: Maybe her own dream of writing could include more of these stories, she thought.No: Hun takket Sindre for kjøpet og så ham gå lykkelig mot gaten.En: She thanked Sindre for the purchase and watched him walk happily towards the gate.No: Sindre pustet lettet ut.En: Sindre breathed a sigh of relief.No: Han hadde funnet en gave som var både unik og meningsfull.En: He had found a gift that was both unique and meaningful.No: På flyet satt han ved vinduet, og mens han så på skyene, drømte han om hvor mange historier han selv kunne fortelle niesen sin fra boken.En: On the plane, he sat by the window, and as he looked at the clouds, he dreamed of how many stories he could tell his niece from the book.No: Han hadde lært en verdifull lekse: Noen ganger var de beste løsningene rett foran deg.En: He had learned a valuable lesson: Sometimes the best solutions are right in front of you.No: Kari, full av ny inspirasjon, begynte å skrive ned sine egne historier, vel vitende om at drømmen kunne bli en realitet.En: Kari, full of new inspiration, began to write down her own stories, well aware that the dream could become a reality.No: Oslo Lufthavn var kanskje et stoppested, men for både Sindre og Kari, var det også et sted for nye begynnelser.En: Oslo Lufthavn might be a stopover, but for both Sindre and Kari, it was also a place for new beginnings. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kjøligpounding: hamretsuitable: passendeforgetful: glemsomadorned: pregettroll: trollmythology: mytologidecisively: bestemtinspiration: inspirasjonstopover: stoppestedbeginning: begynnelsersigh: pustetmeaningful: meningsfullvaluable: verdifullsolution: løsningenedreamed: drømterealization: realitetterminal: terminalenview: utsiktcolorful: fargerikeillustrations: illustrasjonercreatures: skapningerflip through: bladet gjennomnoticed: la merke tilshelf: hyllecounter: diskenvaluable: verdifullhoped: forhåpningsfulltsurprise: overraskesatisfied: fornøyd

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Lost Passport Panic: Eirik's Halloween Adventure at Oslo Airport Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-28-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en livlig høstdag på Oslo Gardermoen Internasjonale Lufthavn.En: It was a lively autumn day at Oslo Gardermoen Internasjonale Lufthavn.No: Mennesker i kostymer hastet gjennom terminalene, klare for Halloween-festivaler eller feriebesøk.En: People in costumes hurried through the terminals, ready for Halloween festivals or holiday visits.No: Blikkene deres sveipet over de lysende skjermene som viste avgangs- og ankomsttider, mens duften av kaffe og ferske bakevarer snek seg gjennom luften.En: Their eyes swept over the glowing screens displaying departure and arrival times, while the scent of coffee and fresh pastries lingered in the air.No: Eirik, en elleve år gammel gutt, sto ved inngangen sammen med klassen sin.En: Eirik, an eleven-year-old boy, stood at the entrance with his class.No: Dette var hans første skoledagstur til utlandet, og han ønsket å vise alle hvor moden og selvstendig han hadde blitt.En: This was his first school trip abroad, and he wanted to show everyone how mature and independent he had become.No: Men så ble alt kaos.En: But then everything turned to chaos.No: Læreren ropte opp navnene for å sjekke passene, og panikken slo ned i Eirik.En: The teacher called out names to check the passports, and panic struck Eirik.No: Han kunne ikke finne passet sitt.En: He couldn't find his passport.No: "Jeg må ha mistet det," hvisket Eirik stille til seg selv.En: "I must have lost it," Eirik whispered quietly to himself.No: Gjennom de overfylte gangene begynte han å gå tilbake, desperat etter å finne passet før innsjekkingsfristen.En: Through the crowded corridors, he began retracing his steps, desperate to find the passport before the check-in deadline.No: Lise, en av klassekameratene, så bekymringen i øynene hans og fulgte etter.En: Lise, one of his classmates, saw the worry in his eyes and followed him.No: "Trenger du hjelp, Eirik?En: "Do you need help, Eirik?"No: " spurte hun.En: she asked.No: "Ja, takk, Lise," svarte Eirik.En: "Yes, thanks, Lise," Eirik replied.No: "Vi må finne passet.En: "We need to find the passport."No: "De to barna beveget seg gjennom menneskemengdene, unngikk skyndende reisende og varme kaffekopper på vei til sin neste destinasjon.En: The two children moved through the crowds, dodging rushing travelers and hot cups of coffee on their way to their next destination.No: Da de kom forbi kiosken, så de Karin, en av de ansatte på flyplassen.En: As they passed the kiosk, they saw Karin, one of the airport staff.No: Hun smilte vennlig til dem.En: She smiled kindly at them.No: "Trenger dere hjelp?En: "Do you need help?"No: " spurte Karin dem.En: Karin asked them.No: Eirik nikket.En: Eirik nodded.No: "Jeg kan ikke finne passet mitt.En: "I can't find my passport.No: Vi skal fly snart!En: We're flying soon!"No: "Karin tenkte raskt.En: Karin thought quickly.No: "La meg hjelpe dere.En: "Let me help you.No: Hvor var dere sist?En: Where were you last?"No: "Eirik prøvde å huske.En: Eirik tried to remember.No: "Vi var ved de store glassvinduene og så på flyene," sa han endelig.En: "We were by the big glass windows watching the planes," he finally said.No: De tre skyndte seg mot sitteområdet med vinduene.En: The three hurried to the seating area with the windows.No: Eiriks hjerte banket fortere for hvert skritt.En: Eirik's heart beat faster with every step.No: Klokken tikket ubarmhjertig mot avgangstid.En: The clock ticked mercilessly towards departure time.No: Da, i kaoset av ferierende og lydene av ropende barn, så Eirik noe kjent på en benk.En: Then, in the chaos of vacationers and the sounds of shouting children, Eirik saw something familiar on a bench.No: "Der er det!En: "There it is!"No: " ropte han triumferende, og løp frem for å gripe det lille blå passet sitt.En: he shouted triumphantly and ran forward to grab his little blue passport.No: Han kastet et takknemlig blikk mot Lise og Karin, og sammen skyndte de seg tilbake til gruppen.En: He cast a grateful look at Lise and Karin, and together they rushed back to the group.No: Tilbake hos klassen smilte læreren til ham.En: Back with the class, the teacher smiled at him.No: "Bra jobbet, Eirik.En: "Well done, Eirik.No: Du holdt hodet kaldt.En: You kept a cool head."No: "Eirik kjente stoltheten vokse i seg.En: Eirik felt pride grow inside him.No: Han hadde lært å holde seg rolig i en krise og fått en ny selvsikkerhet i møte med det uventede.En: He had learned to stay calm in a crisis and gained new confidence in facing the unexpected.No: Da de endelig satte seg på flyet hjem, visste Eirik at han var klar for flere eventyr.En: As they finally sat on the plane home, Eirik knew he was ready for more adventures.No: Han kikket ut av vinduet, smilte og visste at han alltid ville finne en løsning, uansett hvor vondt det føltes der og da.En: He looked out of the window, smiled, and knew he would always find a solution, no matter how hard it felt in the moment. Vocabulary Words:lively: livligcostumes: kostymerterminals: terminaleneglowing: lysendescent: duftenpastries: bakevarermature: modenindependent: selvstendigchaos: kaospanic: panikkretracing: gå tilbakecorridors: gangenedodging: unngikkkiosk: kioskenstaff: ansattemercilessly: ubarmhjertigfamiliar: kjenttriumphantly: triumferendegrab: gripegrateful: takknemligcool head: hodet kaldtpride: stolthetencrisis: kriseconfidence: selvsikkerhetfacing: møteunexpected: uventedeadventures: eventyrdeparture: avgangsarrival: ankomstdesperate: desperat

In the third episode of The Black Thread, we explore where the facts do and don't match up to the stories being told by Norway's fossil fuel industry, amplified by it's government, and legitimised through a wealth of public outreach.  We hear experts challenge some of the most familiar narratives that keep Norwegian oil and gas pumping, while industry voices will explain the logic behind their rhetoric. For more information and references: https://communicatingclimatechange.com/the-black-thread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've woken you up in this podcast episode to recruit you to a super secret - hey where are you going! This week Moviestruck covers the big dumb action movie with forgotten 80's fare Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins (1985) featuring one of the hosts of Reels of Justice, Dylan!Where to find Dylan:https://reelsofjustice.buzzsprout.com/Instagram: @reelsofjusticeTwitter: @ReelsOfJusticeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReelsOfJusticeContact the Podmoviestruckpod@gmail.comwww.moviestruck.transistor.fmPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruckDiscord: https://discord.gg/cT2vm3KdeSBlueSky: @moviestruck.bsky.socialTheme by Prod. DomSoundcloudThank you to our $10 Patrons!Kaeldrannas, Cai, Clove, Maddy New, Adam Bagnall, UwU, Zas, Ken M, Madidid, Ethan, Jim8333, Jacob Hunt, Azraq Shinji, Case Aiken, Ebony Voigt, AnOptimist, Lairde Ray, the Norwegian one, Travis Poe, William Warren, Stag Hart (Deer Deer), Rusty_Fork, Mura Purcell, insomnite, Nathan Dunlap. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Norwegian shipping magnate John Fredriksen once owned the world's largest fleet of oil tankers. He made billions shipping goods round the globe and was unafraid of high-risk deals. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng explain how Fredriksen began as a ship broker, then dabbled in oil trading, before entering the most profitable part of the oil trade – ship owning. Once known for rowdy parties and sending his ships into war zones, he reformed his reputation after an oil spill made him pioneer improved industry safety standards. Good Bad Billionaire is the podcast that explores the lives of the super-rich and famous, tracking their wealth, philanthropy, business ethics and success. There are leaders who made their money in Silicon Valley, on Wall Street and in high street fashion. From iconic celebrities and CEOs to titans of technology, the podcast unravels tales of fortune, power, economics, ambition and moral responsibility, before asking the audience to decide if they are good, bad, or just billionaires.To contact the team, email goodbadbillionaire@bbc.com or send a text or WhatsApp to +1 (917) 686-1176. Find out more about the show and read our privacy notice at www.bbcworldservice.com/goodbadbillionaire

In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Dr. Kavin Mistry to discuss how aligning with our primal design can help us reverse biological age. Drawing from neuroscience, the Hadzabe tribe, and his seven paradigms of Primal Health Design, Dr. Mistry explains how circadian rhythms, primal alignment, gut microbiome health, neuroplasticity, and emotional connection contribute to resilience and longevity. He also shares practical daily habits—like stillness practices and his free morning routine—that can transform health at any age. This conversation offers listeners a roadmap to strengthen body, brain, and emotional alignment while living with greater intention and purpose. Dr. Kavin Mistry is a Board-Certified Neuroradiologist, international speaker, and author of Primal Health Design: Seven Key Paradigms to Reverse Biological Age. With over two decades of medical experience, he blends cutting-edge neuroscience with ancestral wisdom to create practical frameworks for longevity. Inspired by his childhood experiences with the Hadzabe tribe in Africa and his global upbringing as the son of a United Nations engineer, Dr. Mistry has developed a holistic approach that reconnects body, mind, and environment. His programs, including a 21-day transformation and 20-week reset, provide actionable steps for those seeking to reclaim vitality, resilience, and healthspan.  Episode Timeline  00:00 – Introduction to the podcast and healthy aging mission 02:17 – Introducing Dr. Kavin Mistry, Primal Health Design and primal reset program 03:40 – Dr. Mistry's global upbringing, Hadzabe tribe influence, and insights from radiology 07:37 – Lessons from the Hadzabe: primal movement, barefoot living, and vitality from Earth, body, and food 10:49 – Reversing biological age: neuroplasticity and the Norwegian high-intensity protocol for heart health 17:05 – The seven paradigms of Primal Health Design: Earth, body, food, mind, emotions, tribe, and mortality 21:58 – Emotional health, primal constitution, and connection with self and others  25:20 – Personal reflections on mortality, pandemic impact, and living with intention 33:46 – Practical applications: 21-day and 20-week transformation programs, measurable results 40:02 – Daily practice of stillness and focused attention for presence and awareness 42:31 – Conclusion, free morning routine download, and resources for listeners  Your Gift from Dr. Gillian Lockitch. Concise Guide to Nature's Colourful Antioxidants Enjoy a conversation with Dr. Gillian Lockitch Email: askdrgill@gmail.com Connect with Dr. Kavin Mistry https://www.facebook.com/kavinmistrymd/?rdid=kei3oM4xoJGsDCyQ https://www.linkedin.com/company/107213077/admin/dashboard/ https://www.youtube.com/@kavinmistrym.d https://www.instagram.com/kavinmistry.md/?igsh=MXFkMHNxdHI1ejk0# Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show. Share this episode with friends   

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Unveiling Ancient Athens: A Journey Through Time at the Agoráen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-27-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Sigrids steg var lette og glade da hun vandret gjennom Agoraen i det gamle Athen.En: Sigrid's steps were light and happy as she wandered through the Agoraen of ancient Athen.No: Det var høst, og luften var frisk og fylt med lukt av krydder og fersk brød.En: It was autumn, and the air was fresh and filled with the scent of spices and fresh bread.No: Rundt henne summet folkemengden, som maur i en maurtue.En: Around her, the crowd buzzed, like ants in an anthill.No: Erik og Kari, hennes to norske venner, trasket ved siden av henne.En: Erik and Kari, her two Norwegian friends, trudged alongside her.No: De tre nordmennene hadde reist langt for å oppleve dette historiske stedet, og Sigrid var spesielt ivrig etter å finne en minneverdig suvenir.En: The three Norwegians had traveled far to experience this historic place, and Sigrid was especially eager to find a memorable souvenir.No: Hun ønsket noe som var autentisk, noe som kunne bringe antikkens Hellas til live i hennes eget hjem.En: She wanted something authentic, something that could bring ancient Greece to life in her own home.No: Agoráens stier snodde seg mellom høye, hvite søyler.En: The paths of the Agoráen wound between tall, white columns.No: På hver side var det boder som lokket med alt fra fargerik keramikk til skinnende smykker.En: On each side, there were stalls enticing with everything from colorful ceramics to shiny jewelry.No: Sigrid stoppet ofte opp og betraktet varene, hennes øyne lette etter den ene tingen som virkelig fanget essensen av tiden som hadde vært.En: Sigrid often stopped and looked at the goods, her eyes searching for the one thing that truly captured the essence of the time that had been.No: En høyrøstet forhandler prøvde å fange hennes oppmerksomhet.En: A loud vendor tried to catch her attention.No: "Se her, vakre smykker!En: "Look here, beautiful jewelry!No: Perfekt for en vakker dame som deg!En: Perfect for a beautiful lady like you!"No: " Han holdt opp en stor, flammende rød halskjede som glitret i sollyset.En: He held up a large, fiery red necklace that glittered in the sunlight.No: Sigrid smilte høflig, men noe i henne tvilte.En: Sigrid smiled politely, but something in her doubted.No: Dette så mer ut som pynt enn historie.En: This looked more like decoration than history.No: Erik, med et glimt av humor i øynene, lente seg over til Sigrid.En: Erik, with a hint of humor in his eyes, leaned over to Sigrid.No: "Det ser ut som om den greia der kunne brukes til å fange solen," sa han med et skjevt smil.En: "It looks like that thing could be used to catch the sun," he said with a crooked smile.No: Sigrid lo, men hun fortsatte å lete.En: Sigrid laughed, but she continued to search.No: Plutselig fanget noe i øyekroken hennes interesse.En: Suddenly, something caught her interest out of the corner of her eye.No: En beskjeden bod, nesten gjemt i en krok, full av gjenstander som så gamle og interessante ut.En: A modest stall, almost hidden in a nook, full of items that looked old and interesting.No: En eldre mann sto bak disken, hans hender merket av tidens tann.En: An older man stood behind the counter, his hands marked by the tooth of time.No: Sigrid nærmet seg nysgjerrig.En: Sigrid approached curiously.No: "Hva er dette?En: "What is this?"No: " spurte hun og pekte på en liten leirskår med en utydelig inskripsjon.En: she asked, pointing to a small clay shard with an unclear inscription.No: Mannen smilte lunt.En: The man smiled gently.No: "Dette er et fragment fra en gammel amfora.En: "This is a fragment from an old amphora.No: Inskripsjonen er en hilsen fra en gammel tid.En: The inscription is a greeting from ancient times."No: "Kari stilte seg ved siden av henne.En: Kari stood beside her.No: "Det ser ut som ingenting," bemerket hun skeptisk, men Sigrid lyttet nøye mens den gamle mannen forklarte inskripsjonens betydning og historie.En: "It looks like nothing," she remarked skeptically, but Sigrid listened carefully as the old man explained the inscription's meaning and history.No: I det øyeblikket, følte Sigrid en forbindelse hun ikke kunne kjøpe fra noen av de glitrende bodene.En: At that moment, Sigrid felt a connection she couldn't buy from any of the glittering stalls.No: Dette lille skår var et ekte bånd til fortiden.En: This little shard was a true link to the past.No: Med et besluttsomt nikk takket hun mannen og kjøpte leirskåret.En: With a decisive nod, she thanked the man and bought the clay shard.No: Mens de forlot Agoraen, med Sigrid trygt bærende på sitt nye innhugg i historien, følte hun seg tilfreds.En: As they left the Agoraen, with Sigrid safely carrying her new cut into history, she felt content.No: Hun hadde lært noe viktig denne dagen: ekte historie er ikke alltid det mest prangende.En: She had learned something important that day: true history isn't always the most ostentatious.No: Det er det som beveger hjertet og lodder en forbindelse til fortiden som virkelig teller.En: It is what moves the heart and forges a connection to the past that truly matters.No: Og slik vandret de tre vennene tilbake til sitt tilholdssted, med Sigrid dypere forelsket i autentiske opplevelser og deres evne til å bringe fortiden til live.En: And so the three friends wandered back to their lodging, with Sigrid deeper in love with authentic experiences and their ability to bring the past to life. Vocabulary Words:trudged: trasketauthentic: autentiskenticing: lokketessence: essensenvendor: forhandlerskeptically: skeptiskmodest: beskjedennook: krokinscription: innskripsjontooth of time: tidens tannshard: leirskårgreeting: hilsenostentatious: prangendeforges: lodderconnection: forbindelsedeeper: dyperefiery: flammendeglittered: glitretdecisive: besluttsomtauthentic experiences: autentiske opplevelsercontent: tilfredscolumn: søyleremarked: bemerkedetcapture: fangetartifact: gjenstandstood: stoancient: gammellively: levendeinexplicable: uforklarligseized: fanget

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Overcoming Fears: Sigrid's Viking Voyage of Courage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-27-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Høstvinden blåste lett gjennom det lille kystsamfunnet.En: The autumn wind blew gently through the small coastal community.No: Fjellene reiste seg majestetisk omkring, og fjordens vann glitret som sølv under den lave sol.En: The mountains rose majestically around, and the fjord's water glistened like silver under the low sun.No: Det var her, nær sjøen, at Sigrid og Eirik bodde.En: It was here, near the sea, that Sigrid and Eirik lived.No: De gikk på skolen sammen, og denne høsten hadde læreren gitt dem en helt spesiell oppgave: bygge en modell av et vikingskip.En: They went to school together, and this autumn the teacher had given them a very special assignment: build a model of a Viking ship.No: Sigrid elsket vikinghistorie.En: Sigrid loved Viking history.No: Fra en tidlig alder hadde hun lest om de modige sjøfolkene som seilte på ukjente hav.En: From an early age, she had read about the brave seafarers who sailed on unknown seas.No: Men selv om hun var fascinert, hadde hun alltid følt en uro for selve sjøen.En: But even though she was fascinated, she had always felt uneasy about the sea itself.No: Vannet var kaldt og uforutsigbart, og Sigrid likte ikke tanken på å være ute på det.En: The water was cold and unpredictable, and Sigrid didn't like the idea of being out on it.No: Heldigvis hadde hun Eirik ved sin side.En: Luckily, she had Eirik by her side.No: Eirik var fryktløs og elsket alt som hadde med eventyr å gjøre.En: Eirik was fearless and loved everything related to adventure.No: Han var Sigrids beste venn, og han hadde foreslått at deres prosjekt skulle stå i sentrum for landsbyens Halloween-feiring.En: He was Sigrid's best friend, and he had suggested that their project should be the centerpiece of the village's Halloween celebration.No: Sigrid og Eirik jobbet hardt.En: Sigrid and Eirik worked hard.No: De brukte helgene på å finne fine trestykker for å bygge skipet.En: They spent weekends finding suitable pieces of wood to build the ship.No: Eirik hadde lært noen triks fra sin far, en dyktig båtbygger, og han delte villig sin kunnskap med Sigrid.En: Eirik had learned some tricks from his father, a skilled boat builder, and he willingly shared his knowledge with Sigrid.No: De skar, pusset og satte sammen plankene på et lite verksted ved bryggen.En: They cut, sanded, and assembled the planks in a small workshop by the dock.No: Modellen begynte å ta form.En: The model began to take shape.No: Den så ut som et stolt lite vikingskip, med svingete dragehode foran.En: It looked like a proud little Viking ship, with a curved dragon head at the front.No: Da dagen kom for å teste skipet, var Sigrid nervøs.En: When the day came to test the ship, Sigrid was nervous.No: Fjorden virket mer truende enn noen gang, og hun kjente hjertet hamre i brystet.En: The fjord seemed more threatening than ever, and she felt her heart pounding in her chest.No: Eirik smilte oppmuntrende til henne.En: Eirik smiled encouragingly at her.No: "Kom igjen," sa han.En: "Come on," he said.No: "Dette klarer vi sammen."En: "We can do this together."No: Sigrid sto stille på bryggen og så på det lille skipet.En: Sigrid stood still on the dock and watched the little ship.No: Tankene raste gjennom hodet hennes.En: Her thoughts raced.No: Hun visste at hun måtte overvinne denne frykten hvis hun ønsket å lykkes med prosjektet.En: She knew she had to overcome this fear if she wanted to succeed with the project.No: Eirik foreslo at de skulle ta en liten båt ut på fjorden sammen, bare for å teste skipet ordentlig.En: Eirik suggested they take a small boat out on the fjord together, just to test the ship properly.No: Med et dypt pust tok Sigrid mot til seg.En: With a deep breath, Sigrid summoned her courage.No: "Ja," sa hun til slutt, og steg forsiktig ned i båten med Eirik.En: "Yes," she finally said, and carefully stepped into the boat with Eirik.No: Vinden strøk kjærlighetsfullt over ansiktet hennes, og hun kjente en merkelig følelse av ro.En: The wind brushed affectionately across her face, and she felt a strange sense of calm.No: Eirik kastet av fortøyningene, og båten beveget seg sakte fra bryggen.En: Eirik cast off the ropes, and the boat moved slowly from the dock.No: De små bølgene klukket rundt båten, og Sigrid fulgte skipmodellen med et øye som en ren kunstner; hun så på hvordan det gled stolt ved siden av dem.En: The small waves gurgled around the boat, and Sigrid followed the model ship with an eye like a true artist; she watched how it glided proudly beside them.No: Hver bølge det møtte, mestret det, som om det var en ekte vikingseiler på ferd.En: Every wave it encountered, it mastered, as if it was a true Viking sailor on a journey.No: Hun merket at hun sakte slapp spenningen som hadde bygd seg opp i henne.En: She noticed that she was slowly releasing the tension that had built up inside her.No: Frykten ble erstattet av stolthet og forventning.En: Fear was replaced by pride and anticipation.No: Plutselig brøt Sigrid ut i latter.En: Suddenly, Sigrid burst out laughing.No: Eirik lo også, og sammen nøt de øyeblikket.En: Eirik laughed too, and together they enjoyed the moment.No: Hun hadde konfrontert sin frykt, og i prosessen oppdaget hun gleden ved det ukjente.En: She had confronted her fear, and in the process, discovered the joy of the unknown.No: Sigrid innså at alle de modige vikingene hun beundret, også hadde følt denne blandingen av frykt og mot.En: Sigrid realized that all the courageous Vikings she admired had also felt this mix of fear and bravery.No: Da de kom tilbake til land, følte Sigrid seg forvandlet.En: When they returned to land, Sigrid felt transformed.No: Hun hadde ikke bare bygget et skip; hun hadde bygget sitt mot.En: She hadn't just built a ship; she had built her courage.No: Halloween-feiringen i landsbyen ble en suksess, både for vennskapet deres og for hennes egne grenser.En: The Halloween celebration in the village was a success, both for their friendship and for her own boundaries.No: Sigrid så nå utover fjorden med et nytt blikk, og drømte om hva mer hun kunne oppnå.En: Sigrid now looked out over the fjord with a new perspective, dreaming of what more she could achieve.No: Sigrid og Eirik hadde ikke bare laget et prosjekt sammen—de hadde skrevet sin egen historie.En: Sigrid and Eirik hadn't just created a project together—they had written their own story. Vocabulary Words:autumn: høstglistened: glitretassignment: oppgavebrave: modigeseafarers: sjøfolkeneunpredictable: uforutsigbartcenterpiece: sentrumssuitable: fineassembled: satte sammenplanks: plankenethreatening: truendeencouragingly: oppmuntrendedock: bryggensuggested: foreslosummoned: tokropes: fortøyningenegurgled: klukketproudly: stoltencountered: møtteanticipation: forventningconfronted: konfronterttransform: forvandletboundaries: grenserperspective: blikkachieve: oppnåmajestically: majestetiskcarved: skarsanded: pussetjourney: ferdadventure: eventyr

Ayer, 26 de octubre, cumplió años Milton Nascimento. Lo celebramos escuchando todas las canciones de 'Minas' el disco que publicó hace 50 años: 'Minas', 'Fe cega faca amolada', 'Beijo partido', 'Saudade dos avioes da Panair', 'Gran circo', 'Ponta de areia', 'Trastevere', 'Idolatrada', 'Leila (Venha ser feliz)', 'Paula e Bebeto' y 'Simples'. Y el bonus track de la edición remasterizada del disco en los estudios Abbey Road de Londres en 1995: 'Norwegian wood' de Lennon y McCartney. Para despedir, una grabación de 'Vera Cruz' con Milton acompañado por Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Ron Carter y Jack DeJohnette.Escuchar audio

The year is1878 - and Cape Governor Sir Sir Bartle Frere is throwing the empire's weight around South Africa. Let's put ourselves in his shoes because some historians say he had a formidable Machiavellian personality, full of fatal overconfidence, too used to having his own way and to ignoring the magnitude of obstacles confronting him. One of those perceived obstacles was Zulu king, Cetshwayo kaMpande. Crowned in 1873 after the death of his father, Mpande kaSenzangakhona, Cetshwayo presided over a squabbling nation. His great place, Ondini, is close to where Ulundi is today. It was vast, elliptical in shape, stretching from 650 metres in one axis, to 507 in another. The outer circumference of his ikhanda, the royal residence, was over two kilometers long. The second part of his great place was a smaller group of ikhanda, and called emaNgweni. The unusual point about emaNgweni is that the principal hut was actually a western style house. The Norwegian missionaries at Empangeni had helped build this, consisting of three rooms with glass windows, along with wooden doors and whitewashed walls, under a thatched roof. Cetshwayo went a step further at Ondini, where his special residence was build out of sun dried bricks burned black. These materials were given to Cetshwayo by Norwegian Mission Society's Reverend Ommund Oftebro. Ommund sounds like the uMondi, the Zulu word for a sweet, aromatic herb. This is a herb used to treat flatulance, ie farting, so there's some irony in the fact that Reverend Ommund Oftebro's mission station was acalled uMondi. It's on the outskirts of Eshowe. This black bricked building at Ondini was larger than his other retreat, four wallpapered rooms, glazed windows and verandahs at the back and the front. It also had two outside doors with locks. The rooms contained European furniture, a washstand and a large mirror. King Cetshwayo would hold court in this house, tending to the affairs of state, consulting his councillors. At night, the doors would be locked and guarded by two women, armed with guns. Yes folks, women with guns. Cetshwayo's chief gun-runner and a chief himself, John Dunne the English trader, personally trained Zulu VIP guards in how to shoot. The bodyguards would be instructed in musketry and were armed with short carbines, ideal for close quarter bodyguarding. Dunn took the women into the veld every day in the late afternoon, and target practice would follow which included peppering the local aloes. This echelon of women bodyguards accompanied Cetshwayo when he visited his chiefs ikhanda around Zululand with the intention of protecting him when the male amabutho were away. One of his maids in waiting, Nomguqo Dlamini, told of her life in the ikhanda in a rare book called Servant of Two Kings by Paulina Dlamini - she became a Christian and changed her name. The book is full of information about day to day life in the late 1870s, how the gatekeeper at onDini woke everyone by calling out the king's praises, Cetshwayo would emerge after the women of the isigodlo had swept up the yard, then he often went off his sporting guns to hunt birds. Later, the king would head off to a small enclosure in the Royal Kraal where he would stand on a stone and be washed with water from the Mbilane stream, and rubbed down. The young men who attended the king were trusted sons of senior chiefs of the Xulu line, as well as other sons of Mnyamana. At the meeting of amabutho warriors in 1875, Cetshwayo had granted permission for the INdlondlo ibutho to put on their headrings and marry. These were men in the 40s, the iNdlondlo regiment had been formed way back in 1857, and these men had waited patiently for their turn to take wives. The problem was, he gave them permission to seek brides from the iNgcugce ibutho, where the girls there had been born between 1850 and 1853. They were far younger than the grizzled warriors seeking their hands in marriage.

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Serendipity at the Café: When Books Spark Creative Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-26-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kjølig høstdag i Oslo.En: It was a cool autumn day in Oslo.No: Elin gikk inn i det lille kaffehuset, samtidig som en svak duft av nystekte vafler og varm kaffe fylte luften.En: Elin entered the little café, as a faint scent of freshly made waffles and warm coffee filled the air.No: Stedet var kjent for sine bokbyttearrangementer og de live akustiske kveldene som alltid trakk inn mye folk.En: The place was known for its book exchange events and live acoustic evenings that always drew in a crowd.No: I dag håpet Elin å finne en bok som kunne gi henne inspirasjon til å skrive videre på sin egen roman.En: Today, Elin hoped to find a book that could inspire her to continue writing her own novel.No: Inne i kaffehuset var det en hyggelig atmosfære.En: Inside the café, there was a cozy atmosphere.No: Lysene ga fra seg et varmt skinn over de gamle, ujevne trebordene og misfargede stoler som var tilfeldig plassert rundt i rommet.En: The lights cast a warm glow over the old, uneven wooden tables and discolored chairs that were randomly placed around the room.No: I hjørnet var en liten scene, klar for kvelder med musikk og sang, en påminnelse om at stedet ble levende til andre tider av dagen.En: In the corner was a small stage, ready for evenings filled with music and song, a reminder that the place came alive at other times of the day.No: Elin gikk bort til bokhyllen.En: Elin went over to the bookshelf.No: Hun lot fingrene gli over godt slitte bokrygger.En: She let her fingers glide over the well-worn book spines.No: Hun stoppet ved en roman av en kjent norsk forfatter.En: She stopped at a novel by a well-known Norwegian author.No: Akkurat da hun skulle ta den, merket hun en annen hånd nå samme bok.En: Just as she was about to take it, she noticed another hand reaching for the same book.No: Hun så opp, og blikket hennes møtte et par vennlige øyne.En: She looked up, and her gaze met a pair of friendly eyes.No: "Hei," sa mannen.En: "Hi," said the man.No: "Det ser ut som vi har samme smak i bøker!En: "It looks like we have the same taste in books!"No: "Elin smilte.En: Elin smiled.No: "Hei!En: "Hi!No: Jeg antar at vi gjør det.En: I guess we do."No: "Mannen introduserte seg som Sindre.En: The man introduced himself as Sindre.No: Han var musiker og lette etter noe nytt og inspirerende å lese.En: He was a musician looking for something new and inspiring to read.No: Dette kunne kanskje hjelpe ham med å få skrive inspirasjon for nye sanger.En: This might help him get writing inspiration for new songs.No: De endte opp med å sette seg ned med hverdagslige kopper cappuccino.En: They ended up sitting down with everyday cups of cappuccino.No: Samtalen fløt mellom dem like lett som den duvende musikken som ofte fylte rommet om kvelden.En: The conversation flowed between them as easily as the gentle music that often filled the room in the evenings.No: De delte om sin lidenskap for kunst, men også om usikkerheten de begge bar på.En: They shared their passion for art, but also the insecurity they both carried.No: "Jeg har skrevet, men jeg vet ikke om noen vil like det," innrømmet Elin forsiktig.En: "I have written, but I don't know if anyone will like it," Elin admitted cautiously.No: Sindre nikket.En: Sindre nodded.No: "Jeg har ofte problemer med å finne de riktige ordene.En: "I often have trouble finding the right words.No: Kanskje vi kan hjelpe hverandre?En: Maybe we can help each other?"No: "Etter en lang prat, følte de begge seg lettere.En: After a long chat, they both felt lighter.No: De bestemte seg for å bytte arbeider en uke senere.En: They decided to exchange their works a week later.No: I løpet av den uka ville de gi hverandre ærlig tilbakemelding.En: During that week, they would give each other honest feedback.No: Når Elin forlot kaffehuset, følte hun seg mer sikker enn før.En: When Elin left the café, she felt more confident than before.No: Kanskje hennes ord kunne finne en leser som forstod dem.En: Maybe her words could find a reader who understood them.No: Og Sindre, med sin nye venn, følte at musikken som hadde vært fanget inne, nå kunne få et nytt liv.En: And Sindre, with his new friend, felt that the music that had been trapped inside could now find a new life.No: En uke senere, da det var tid for å møtes i kaffehuset igjen, følte de begge en ny følelse av mot.En: A week later, when it was time to meet at the café again, they both felt a new sense of courage.No: Elin og Sindre hadde funnet mer enn nye venner den høstdagen.En: Elin and Sindre had found more than new friends that autumn day.No: De hadde funnet en felles forståelse, et sted med gjensidig inspirasjon der kreativitet kunne blomstre.En: They had found a mutual understanding, a place of mutual inspiration where creativity could flourish. Vocabulary Words:autumn: høstwaffles: vafleracoustic: akustiskenovel: romancozy: hyggeliggaze: blikketinspiration: inspirasjonuneven: ujevnespines: bokryggercautiously: forsiktiginsecurity: usikkerhetengentle: duvendefaint: svakdiscolored: misfargedeintroduce: introdusertechat: pratconfidence: sikkercourage: motflourish: blomstrescene: scenestage: scenefriendly: vennligeexchange: byttelicense: tillatelsereminder: påminnelsecreativity: kreativitetmug: krusmutual: gjensidigflow: fløtuneasy: uhyggelig

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Leap Into the Northern Lights: A Spontaneous Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-10-26-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Karl Johans Gate glitret mot dem som et teppe av høstfarger.En: Karl Johans Gate glittered at them like a carpet of autumn colors.No: Butikkene var pyntet med gresskar og skumle masker.En: The stores were decorated with pumpkins and spooky masks.No: Folk lot seg rive med av helgens Halloweenstemning, og luften var fylt med lyden av fnisende barn og prangende reklamer.En: People got caught up in the weekend's Halloween spirit, and the air was filled with the sound of giggling children and flashy advertisements.No: Lars, Ingrid og Kjell ruslet langs gaten.En: Lars, Ingrid, and Kjell strolled along the street.No: Lars strålte av entusiasme.En: Lars beamed with enthusiasm.No: "Hva med en tur til nordlyset?En: "How about a trip to the northern lights?"No: " foreslo han plutselig.En: he suddenly suggested.No: Ingrid rynket på nesen.En: Ingrid wrinkled her nose.No: "Men vi har jo planlagt Halloween-festen," påpekte hun forsiktig.En: "But we've planned the Halloween party," she pointed out cautiously.No: Hun visste at hun egentlig ønsket å bryte ut av rutinen, men var litt usikker.En: She knew that she really wanted to break out of the routine, but was a bit uncertain.No: Kjell kastet et blikk på Lars.En: Kjell glanced at Lars.No: "Er du sikker?En: "Are you sure?No: Vi har jobb, og jeg vil ikke komme for sent til festen," sa han med en bekymret rynke i pannen.En: We have work, and I don't want to be late for the party," he said with a worried furrow in his brow.No: Lars lo og så på dem begge.En: Lars laughed and looked at them both.No: "Dette er en sjelden sjanse!En: "This is a rare chance!No: Nordlyset er magisk.En: The northern lights are magical.No: Det er nå eller aldri.En: It's now or never."No: "Ingrid bet seg i leppen og tittet opp mot himmelen.En: Ingrid bit her lip and looked up at the sky.No: "Greit, for én gangs skyld," sa hun og begynte å smile.En: "Okay, just this once," she said and began to smile.No: Kjell tok en dyp pust.En: Kjell took a deep breath.No: Hans kjærlighet for naturens mysterier overvant praktisk sans.En: His love for nature's mysteries overcame practical sense.No: "Jeg vil ikke gå glipp av det," mumlet han, før han nikket.En: "I don't want to miss it," he murmured before he nodded.No: De pakket raskt sekker og dro nordover.En: They quickly packed bags and headed north.No: Kjøreturen var lang, men fylt med latter og forventning.En: The drive was long, but filled with laughter and anticipation.No: Da de endelig nådde det mørke landskapet, tok nordlyset all deres oppmerksomhet.En: When they finally reached the dark landscape, the northern lights captured all their attention.No: Der sto de, i ærefrykt, under det dansende grønt og lilla lyset.En: There they stood, in awe, under the dancing green and purple lights.No: Himlenen var et levende maleri, og alle problemer virket små i forhold til dette spektakulære synet.En: The sky was a living painting, and all problems seemed small compared to this spectacular sight.No: Ingrid kjente hjertet sitt lette.En: Ingrid felt her heart lift.No: Var det alltid slik å være spontan?En: Is this what it's always like to be spontaneous?No: Kjell smilte bredt, opplevelsen var verdt alle bekymringer.En: Kjell grinned broadly, the experience was worth all the worries.No: På vei tilbake til Oslo var de fylt av energi.En: On the way back to Oslo, they were filled with energy.No: En ny erfaring hadde gjort dem nærmere hverandre, og idet de igjen befant seg i Karl Johans gate, var det som om hele verden smilte mot dem.En: A new experience had brought them closer together, and as they found themselves again in Karl Johans Gate, it was as if the whole world smiled at them.No: Halloweenfesten ventet videre.En: The Halloween party awaited.No: Kostymene deres var ankommet i tide, og de kastet seg inn i en kveld fylt med moro.En: Their costumes had arrived on time, and they plunged into an evening filled with fun.No: Ingrid iførte seg en heksekjole, mens Kjell var en vampyr.En: Ingrid donned a witch's dress, while Kjell was a vampire.No: Latter og glede fylte luften.En: Laughter and joy filled the air.No: I løpet av natten innså Ingrid og Kjell at noen av de beste minnene blir til når man våger å ta et hopp ut i det ukjente.En: During the night, Ingrid and Kjell realized that some of the best memories are made when you dare to take a leap into the unknown.No: Og Lars?En: And Lars?No: Han var bare glad for å ha delt denne opplevelsen med sine kjære venner.En: He was just happy to have shared this experience with his dear friends. Vocabulary Words:glittered: glitretautumn: høstspooky: skumlegiggling: fnisendeadvertisements: reklamerstrolled: rusletbeamed: strålteenthusiasm: entusiasmewrinkled: rynketcautiously: forsiktigglanced: kastet et blikkworried: bekymretrare: sjeldenovercame: overvantpractical: praktiskmurmured: mumlethorizon: landskapawe: ærefryktdancing: dansendespectacular: spektakulærespontaneous: spontangrinned: smilte bredtleap: hoppunknown: ukjentecostumes: kostymenedonned: iførte segwitch: heksvampire: vampyrdare: våger

The Cinematography Podcast Episode 330: Pål Ulvik Rokseth Pål Ulvik Rokseth, the Norwegian cinematographer behind director Paul Greengrass's gripping drama The Lost Bus, faced a singular challenge: how to transform one of the deadliest wildfires in California history into a visceral, cinematic character. The film dramatizes the true story of bus driver Kevin McKay and schoolteacher Mary Ludwig. The two heroically navigated 22 schoolchildren to safety during the devastating 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California. The partnership between Pål and Greengrass began on another harrowing true-life drama, 22 July, about a deadly terror attack on a summer camp in Norway. Greengrass asked Pål if he'd be interested in working in the United States on The Lost Bus. Just a few weeks later, Pål was prepping in New Mexico, eager to tackle the director's signature action-packed, docu-style storytelling. Pål's vision was to give the fire a palpable presence. "Paul wanted this fire to be a character," he explains. "It has its own cinematic tool as a character that evolves through the story and then gets closer to our characters." The cinematographer expertly captured the increasingly darkening skies, the ominous amber light, and the raw terror as the fire's destructive force grew. To achieve this visceral power, Pål worked closely with visual effects supervisor Charlie Noble, melding the practical and digital inferno into something that felt immediate and real. When he first read the script, Pål was uncertain how they were going to shoot the story on a bus with 22 kids surrounded by fire. His solution was an artful manipulation of natural and artificial light. To depict the moment the smoke enveloped the town, the crew shot exterior scenes at dusk, cleverly capturing a darkness that felt both realistic and unsettling. Real wildfires produce a distinct, saturated amber and reddish light. Pål reproduced this effect using 5k tungsten Skypans to illuminate the environment. The crew didn't shy away from practical effects either, using piped-in propane gas and smoke machines to simulate the omnipresent threat of the blaze. They built controllable, flammable sections of buildings, like the school set, and even an on-set "forest" that could be intentionally lit to capture the immediate impact of the fire. The entire set—including the re-created hills and forest—was constructed on a backlot in New Mexico, with only a few exterior scenes shot near Santa Fe in Ruidoso, where the natural mountains and trees provided authentic backdrops for the bus's journey. Adding to the realism, actor Matthew McConaughey often personally drove the bus when a stunt driver wasn't required. Pål's preparation initially included plans to use a volume stage to generate realistic fire backgrounds, but Greengrass quickly decided he preferred the grounded look of shooting on the backlot. This forced a pivot. While they abandoned the volume stage, Pål did shoot certain sequences on a stage with the bus mounted on a gimbal against a bluescreen for fire visual effects. Greengrass always prefers a realistic, documentary style, and most of the cinematography was handheld. Pål himself often operated one of the cameras, choosing the ARRI Alexa 35 paired with Canon Super 16 lenses. This combination was selected specifically for its ability to capture the complex depth and color palette of fire. For Pål, shooting documentary style is both the biggest challenge and the best reward. He enjoys being able to pre-light and shotlist, but he had to embrace the non-precision of Greengrass's style. "I tend to like to be on a dolly and frame up and light it, and it's very comfortable," he notes. "But with this way of doing it, you have to just follow the characters in their environment and then suddenly you find yourself being in this close-up, and it looks beautiful. I think it's very liberating to tell the story with the camera dynamically."

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