Difficulty:
Intermediate
Australia
There's been some bad news for the Great Barrier Reef, with experts declaring another mass bleaching—the fifth in just eight years. We find out what coral bleaching is and how it's impacting Australia's World Heritage-listed wonder.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Sweden
You've likely heard this one before... the catchy song "Lovefool" is the most famous hit from Swedish band The Cardigans.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Sweden
Saying “For what it’s worth" usually suggests that what we are about to say might not be particularly helpful or meaningful... but that we’ll say it anyway! Swedish rock band The Cardigans gave this title to a song that chronicles the perilous time when we first declare our romantic feelings for someone.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
The song "Airplanes" is a collaboration between American rapper B.o.B, and Hayley Williams, lead singer of American pop punk band Paramore. Enjoy!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom
"Golden Brown" is one of the most famous hits from English rock group the Stranglers, noted for its unusual use of the harpsichord and lyrics about heroin usage.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom
After "Strange Little Girl" and "Golden Brown," “Always the Sun” was the Stranglers' biggest hit on their 1986 album “Dreamtime.” Enjoy seeing if you can make sense of the song’s seemingly non sequitur verses!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Things are going so well for Colbie Caillat that she's ready to say "I do." This light and breezy single is from the American singer's album All of You.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
In this video Robby Naish talks about the Tow-surfing at Jaws, where he still experiences a great time due to this amazing spot and perfect weather conditions. Although the crowd steadily increased over time it still is lots of fun to be there. Video provided by Naish Kitesailing
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
Involved in stand up paddling now for six years, Robby Naish shares his vision for the sport and his thoughts regarding the problem of coexistence between surfers and stand up paddlers. Enjoy!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Robby Naish dominated men’s windsurfing for two decades, becoming the biggest name in the sport. Now, his competition days behind him, with age and injury finally starting to catch up and turbulence in his family life, Robby is forced to take stock. He sets his sights on a new objective: riding the longest wave! This trailer was made for the movie that documents his challenge.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Bruce Willis may be known for starring in action films, but this commercial for Honda is all about the safety of motorists in the real world. Actor Fred Armisen also makes an appearance.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
New Zealand
Director and producer Peter Jackson takes time out from filming The Hobbit to show us around the set and the busy wardrobe and props departments. We get an idea of the scale of the preparations that go into filming an epic blockbuster movie.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
New Zealand, United Kingdom
Peter Jackson, director and producer of The Hobbit, continues his video diary narrating the rather stunning scenes at the shoot. The dwarf and wizard actors have arrived and are talking through and visualizing their parts in the movie.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
New Zealand, United Kingdom
Pre-production is finally over, and today is the first day of the shoot. The cast and crew come together for a traditional Maori welcoming ceremony, and Peter Jackson and members of the cast offer words of thanks and encouragement.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
The dwarves have long held great wealth, hidden in golden hordes. In verses of song, they tell their history of generations at work beneath the mountain who formed their gold, silver, and jewels into fine treasures and works of art.
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