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Taylor Swift - Talks About "Out of the Woods"

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USA

Taylor Swift discusses her song "Out of the Woods" and why it is representative of the goal she had for her album 1989.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 6

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara talks about language programs called "dual immersion," student take their various classes in two different languages. She also describes her work as a copy editor.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 4

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USA

Barbara talks about a mistake she made as a language supervisor. Sigrid talks about how people in the U.S. speak English even when they have a very strong accent and it's OK. They both agree that learning with a native speaker of the language is the best way to learn.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 3

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USA

Barbara talks about the different jobs she had teaching both French and English. Later, she also had a job supervising teachers of foreign languages, though she notes that these are now referred to as "world languages."

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 2

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USA

Barbara talks about her studies and other experiences that led to her career as a French teacher. Immersion played a crucial role for both sisters in learning new languages.

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First Chair - Chatting with Lindsey Vonn

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USA

Lindsey Vonn describes her early days on the slopes, the encouragement she received from her father, and coming back from the many injuries she has endured on her way to becoming a champion skier. She also talks about her decision to compete against men in alpine skiing.

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Sigrid - Spring Musings

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USA Northeast

Sigrid talks about early spring weather, the importance of dressing in layers, and keeping the grass and weeds in check.

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Ed Sheeran - Interview with Ellen DeGeneres

Difficulty: Beginner

United Kingdom, USA

The "Shape of You" singer, Ed Sheeran talks with Ellen DeGeneres on her show about the Grammys, his girlfriend and their cats, along with his upcoming work with Beyoncé. He also discusses a cycling accident which put him out of commission for a month.

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Michael Bublé - Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)

Difficulty: Beginner

Canada

Canadian singer/songwriter Michael Bublé talks about recording his holiday favorite "Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)." Enjoy!

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Bee and Flower - Interview

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

New York-Berlin musician, songwriter, visual and multimedia artist Dana Schechter talks about what inspired her to become a musician.

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Calendar Girls - Nicole Ciglar - Part 1

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USA

The 2009 Hooters Calendar girl, Nicole Ciglar, talks about her work at the restaurant’s original location in Florida. In the process, she reads and answers e-mails from several inquiring minds.

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Peter Gabriel - About "Games without Frontiers"

Difficulty: Beginner

United Kingdom

Peter Gabriel talks about his working together with Kate Bush in his song “Games Without Frontiers”.

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On Deck with Lucy - Fashion Blogger Ava Improta

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USA

Lucy interviews Ava Improta, a New York City blogger. Her site,The Fit Girls Dish, focuses on food, fashion, and fitness. Lucy and Ava are joined by Raven Adams, photographer for the blog.

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Caption 11 [en]: Ava Improta, who talks all about the three F's: fashion, fitness, and food.
Caption 11 [en]: Ava Improta, who talks all about the three F's: fashion, fitness, and food.

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Entertainment Weekly - The Obamas Answer Kids' Adorable Questions - Part 1

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barack and Michelle Obama take on some tough questions from very young constituents.

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Caption 37 [en]: She talks about how gray my hair's become. -It's so white.
Caption 37 [en]: She talks about how gray my hair's become. -It's so white.

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