In today's episode we will learn the 5 simple rules for when to use the definite article 'the'. We'll also discover why we don't always use 'an' in front of a vowel (e.g., why do we say 'a useful lesson' but 'an hour'?), and we'll find out when not to use any article at all. Use this podcast to give you greater confidence whenever you next have to use an article. 

Learn English with Cambridge David

How to use articles (a, an, the)

四十四，十是十，十四是十四，四十是四十

sì shí sì ， shí shì shí ， shí sì shì shí sì ， sì shí shì sì shí

绕口令（Tongue Twister）

Four, ten, fourteen and forty  四、十、十四和四十

Have you ever wondered how smart computer programs, like chatbots, learn to be helpful without causing harm? It's all about a process called AI alignment. Let's explore what AI alignment is and how it teaches large language models to understand human values and goals, making them safe and reliable assistants.

Lisa's Podcast

AI Alignment: Teaching Computers to be Safe and Helpful

This episode introduces three idioms that use the word cat. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script.

Idiom Corner

Cat 

Idioms are phrases or expressions with figurative meanings that differ from their literal meanings. They are often used to convey a message in a creative and humorous way. 
In this episode we will look at the following idioms:
1. 'Raining cats and dogs' - It is raining hard.
2. 'All ears' - I am listening.
3. 'Bite the bullet' - Do something uncomfortable.
4. 'Caught red handed' - Caught in the act of doing a crime.

Idioms are interesting and have an interesting history. They are entertaining and learned through exposure and use. If you like this podcast or have any suggestions please leave a comment. I would like to know your favorite idiom, let me know in the comments below :)

Conversational English with Tersha

Idioms Part 1 for Conversational English

In this episode of #MustWatch TV Series/Movies, I'd like to recommend Selling Sunset of which is a drama fueled reality series which also makes learning about real estate interesting. If you love reality shows then this one is definitely for you. Watch it and let me know what you think of it. Enjoy! 

#MustWatch TV Series/Movies

#MustWatch Selling Sunset (Reality TV Series)

Always look on the dark side of life!

Murphy's Law, the belief that everything bad that CAN go wrong... WILL go wrong!

The Jerome Meadows Experience

Murphy's Law

Många frågar om hur länge det tar att lära sig svenska.

Här får du veta mer om hur lång tid det tar att prata flytande svenska. 

Find out here more about how long time it may take to learn Swedish fluently. 

Prata Flytande Svenska/Speak Swedish Fluently  

Hur länge tar det att lära sig svenska?

In this story, a woodpecker named George is the watchman for a society of animals. But what happens when he starts to lose his confidence? 
This is Part 1 of 6. 

Oh no, it’s happening… I can feel it. They’re coming...

George swooped down from his treetop lookout and glided over a harmonious society of diverse forest animals. He trumpeted an alarming bird sound to warn of an incoming attack. All the animals immediately scattered to their hiding places. 

George darted for the animal leaders’ headquarters. Zipping into the center of the gathering, almost tumbling over, George the Woodpecker announced, “Code Red!”  

The animal leaders sprang into action to execute their emergency plan.
 
Carlos the Bear was the first to charge out. It’s his role to meet the invaders head on. Confronting them at the perimeter of the animal territory, he saw them holding chainsaws, swords and knives. The terrifying brown bear let out an incredible roar to keep them back. However, as they had deadly weapons, the arrogant invaders kept inching closer and closer.  

Meanwhile, Julian the Beaver was holding onto Mary the Dear’s back as they raced through the forest. Going around the side and meeting the intruders from behind, the other two animal leaders encountered delimbers, stump grinders and log loaders. These deforesting machines are devastating for animal habitats. Working in coordination, they cut down trees, rip out the roots and stack the lumber package, ready for transport. 

Julian snuck into the heart of the murderous machinery and interfered with their engines. Because of his robust and tough teeth, he chewed through vital wires, creating malfunctions. With his role complete, he jumped back on Mary and they got away.  With the massive machines now needing repairs, the invaders retreated back to their logging station. 

Back at the headquarters, Carlos, Mary, Julian and George, the trusted guardians of the forest, gathered together to evaluate their response to the invaders.  