Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Central Park lies between the East and West Side of New York City, and today John is there by the frosty waters of the Jackie Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. It’s a popular place for New Yorkers to go jogging, and was once featured in a movie starring Dustin Hoffman.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
In Central Park, John finds himself next to a sculpture of the Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen, author of some of the world’s best loved stories, including "The Ugly Duckling."
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
In the United States, the name John Wayne has become synonymous with a notion of rugged masculinity. His portrayal of Davy Crockett in The Alamo (1960) is one reason why.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Actor Johnny Depp discusses his role and working with director Tim Burton in the 2005 film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Difficulty:
Beginner
USA
If you don't feel like putting the time and effort into baking a whole cake, then try the fantastically fun and simple Two Minute Mug Cakes! All you need is a microwave, a mug, and a few ingredients, and you have an instant treat to enjoy on your own or to make for your best friends!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom South
Anne-Marie is a successful singer and songwriter, and she believes that all the hard work, discipline, and focus learned while becoming a black belt in karate has prepared her well for her busy life. She clearly loves her teacher Jo, and her sport, in which she has won gold medals at World Championship level.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
United Kingdom
The boys from the pop band The Vamps join Anne-Marie for a karate lesson. She takes them though a warm up, some kicking and punching, then a game and a sparring session that threatens to get out of control!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom
It’s radio presenter Roman Kemp’s turn to learn some moves from Anne-Marie. He sounds worried when she mentions “nunchucks” and “knife defense”, but he just isn’t taking his lesson seriously, and keeps distracting her. Eventually she suspects he’s done some karate before, and maybe isn’t such a complete beginner.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom
Anne-Marie shows us a section of a “Kata,” a series of defensive moves designed to fend off multiple attackers. Then she applies these techniques with Alex playing the role of the attacker as she demonstrates a part of the “Bunkai.”
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
United Kingdom
Anne-Marie has fun teaching pop star Olly Murs a kick and a block to defend from that kick. Then he tries his hand with the nunchucks, but proves to be more of a danger to himself than to anyone else! Overall, he’s very good, and almost gets top marks for his first day of karate.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Katie Holmes talks informally about her childhood, her experience on set, and about what makes her feel beautiful. She has some beauty tips for the younger generation.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Northern Ireland
Katie Melua demonstrates how to put an Echo Award to use.
Difficulty:
Beginner
USA
Katy Perry talks about a new tool on YouTube that fans can use to ask her direct questions. Ask Katy!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Katy Perry spills the beans about what happened on her first day on the set of California Gurls.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom
Katy Townsend is fresh young face, a unique and riveting presence on film and on stage. A native of Glasgow, UK, she is currently based out of Los Angeles. Check out this clip with samplings from several of her films.
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