Monthly Archives: September 2014

Fundraisers that Won’t Make You Fat

Fundraisers are a part of many schoolchildren’s lives, but a new law that took affect in July puts major restrictions (limitations) on what can be sold. Fundraisers are efforts to earn money for a specific project or group. In U.S. … Continue reading

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Podcasts This Week (September 29, 2014)

We are grateful to our members and donors, because we are only able to produce this podcast with the generous help of our listeners. If you enjoy our podcasts, please consider supporting ESL Podcast by becoming a Basic or Premium Member today! … Continue reading

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9 Questions You Should NOT Answer on Your Next Job Interview

There are many laws in the U.S. that are intended to (have the purpose of) protect workers (people with a job). But there are also laws to protect people who are applying for (asking for; trying to get) jobs, including … Continue reading

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Podcasts This Week (September 22, 2014)

Is your limited English standing in your way? Do you want to improve your English now? Learn English even faster with the help of the Learning Guide. In it, you’ll get more vocabulary, language explanations, sample sentences, comprehension questions, cultural … Continue reading

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The Mysterious Moving Rocks Of Racetrack Playa

The mysterious moving rocks of Racetrack Playa have puzzled (been impossible to understand or explain) scientists for nearly 100 years. A playa is a dry lake. The water that used to fill Racetrack Playa evaporated (disappeared into the air) many … Continue reading

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Board Games are Back

Growing up, I enjoyed playing board games, games you play with other people on a board, usually a hard piece of thick paper or wood with pictures, words, or drawings on it. I liked playing popular games like Monopoly, a … Continue reading

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Podcasts This Week (September 15, 2014)

Get the full benefits of ESL Podcast by getting the Learning Guide. We designed the Learning Guide to help you learn English better and faster. Get more vocabulary, language explanations, sample sentences, comprehension questions, cultural notes, and more. Get the … Continue reading

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Want to Become an American Citizen? Try Dying First.

There are several paths (ways) to become a citizen of the United States, most of them requiring many years of waiting and, often, a bit of luck. I think the most difficult path – one I do not recommend – … Continue reading

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Podcasts This Week (September 8, 2014)

Is your limited English standing in your way? Do you want to improve your English now? Learn English even faster with the help of the Learning Guide. In it, you’ll get more vocabulary, language explanations, sample sentences, comprehension questions, cultural … Continue reading

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Drafting On The Road And In Life

A few weeks, a tired bike rider pulled alongside (close by) me and said, “Thanks, man. I’m not sure I could have made it without your help.” He and I had been riding into a strong wind coming from the ocean. He … Continue reading

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