Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
United Kingdom
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.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
"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"
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
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.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
Are you busy, but you want to keep your language learning going? That's what Fluency Club is all about.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
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.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
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.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
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!
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
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.”
Difficulty:
Adv 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.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
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.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
Both Sigrid and Barbara like grammar and they talk about some of their pet peeves. The also agree that grammar isn't the most important thing. Using the language to communicate is more important.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
In the United States, there are rights that allow all people who are accused of something to defend themselves: "the rule of law" and "due process of law." Right now, these rights are being challenged, and so it's important to know what they're all about.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
USA
Sigrid talks about The Cloisters, a unique museum of medieval European art in New York City.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
United Kingdom
Jasmin spends a good deal of her time studying in front of a screen, so when she gets away from her work, she likes to relax by connecting with friends and with nature.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
United Kingdom
Jasmin loves having a job where she can promote diversity, and she tells us all about her work helping international students to integrate and enjoy their free time at university.
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