If you like cowboys and Westerns, you’ll love this episode about going to a ranch.

Slow dialogue: 1:24
Explanations: 3:18
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Topics: Stephen Foster and his songs; “ish” suffix; California casual; “If it be your will”
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preeminent
minstrel
camptown
to bet
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Traveling for the holidays? Get ready by listening to this episode.
Slow dialogue: 1:22
Explanations: 3:12
Fast dialogue: 17:11
Sabrina: You look...

Old socks and visitors staying at your house can both be unpleasant after three days. Find out how to get rid of one of these in this episode.
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Topics: American Presidents: John Adams; the Boy/Girl Scouts; What time is it? versus What is the time?; to rock; for all intents and...

Most mistakes aren’t serious, but you need to know how to deal with them when you make them. Find out how in this episode.
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Ready to write your first novel? Find out what not to do in this episode.
Slow dialogue: 1:08
Explanations: 2:50
Fast dialogue: 15:09
Xavier: How’s...

Topics: No-Tuition Colleges; the Sacco-Vanzetti Trial; crazy versus mad versus psycho versus mentally ill; using –ed words as adjectives; lo and...

Some guys will do anything for a date with a beautiful woman. Find out how to do it in this episode.
Slow dialogue: 1:07
Explanations: 3:18
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When I was growing up, my family had a tournament for every game you can imagine. That’s why I’m able to explain about playing in competitions in...