Along with the rule of law, "due process" is an important element of U.S. constitutional law that gives anyone accused of a crime the right to defend him or herself and be judged by a fair and impartial judge or jury. There is a proper, legal way to do this, and that's called due process.

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.

Katie Melua gives a shining performance at London’s famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club that is mellow, ethereal, and in many ways “Better Than A Dream.”

When you are learning another language, you inevitably make mistakes. It's all part of learning, and can even help you remember how to use certain words, phrases, or grammar correctly. Barbara and Sigrid talk about mistakes they remember and never made again!

Barbara and Sigrid finish up their conversation with some considerations about watching movies in foreign languages. In particular, they speak about the advantages and disadvantages of subtitles and dubbing.

You've probably seen the Fluency Club tab on the videos page on Yabla. But what is it? Sigrid explains the idea behind it and why you might want to take advantage of it on those busiest days.

Are you busy, but you want to keep your language learning going? That's what Fluency Club is all about.

Top Notch TV interviews people about the kinds of music they listen to, and how and when they like to listen to it. Learn to ask about likes and dislikes, talk about what kind of music you enjoy, and say how often you do certain activities.

"Shiny Happy People" is a song by the American rock band R.E.M., released as the second single from their seventh studio album, Out of Time (1991). It features guest vocals by Kate Pierson of the B-52's, who also appears in the music video. It was used as the theme song for the unaired pilot of the sitcom Friends, before it was replaced by the Rembrandts' "I'll Be There for You"

This version of the tale of Robin Hood begins with the outlaw hero fighting as an archer in the army of King Richard the Lionheart.

Lombard Street is one of the most famous streets in the world due to its steep switchbacks. Located just five blocks from the Fisherman’s Wharf in the heart of San Francisco, it is often dubbed the "crookedest street in the world."

It's important to learn English. Sigrid gives you four powerful reasons to take up the challenge.

Sigrid wasn't sure if she'd make it over to the United States, but she did find time in 2025 to visit her sister Sylvia in Tacoma. Here's an update. Sigrid notices what has stayed the same and what has changed.

The two sisters come upon some poems about nature on signs along the trail. This one is by Ogden Nash, a famous poet of light verse, including limericks. For more about limericks, see this Yabla video.

Sigrid and Sylvia are still on the path at the Nature Center when they come across some turtles, and in addition, a very relevant poem on a signpost.