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今天给大家带来一则经典的寓言故事，叫做《农夫与蛇》，请大家听完故事后留言告诉我，
你觉得这个故事的寓意和道理是什么？你在生活中有没有遇到过农夫与蛇的案例？
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Chinese with Ben

农夫与蛇 The farmer and the snake

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American English shadowing exercises are for people interested in expanding their American English accents, whether you are located in the US, North America, or other areas around the world. For the best use of shadowing exercises in American English, listen to a section of audio, pause, and repeat what you hear. Try to use the same pronunciation, intonation, stress, pitch patterns, and linking that you find native English speakers use; record yourself and compare the differences.



Fluent American 

American English Shadowing Practice

This is an introduction to Swahili topics discussed include:
1. History of Swahili 
2. Vowels and consonants
3. Self introduction 
4. How to say thank you in Swahili
5. How to order food in a restaurant

Swahili With Shaz 

An introduction to the History of Swahili and basics of Swahili language 

Je ne vous aime pas, ô blonde Célimène,
Et si vous l’avez cru quelque temps, apprenez
Que nous ne sommes point de ces gens que l’on mène
Avec une lisière et par le bout du nez ;
Je ne vous aime pas… depuis une semaine,
Et je ne sais pourquoi vous vous en étonnez.

Je ne vous aime pas ; vous êtes trop coquette,
Et vos moindres faveurs sont de mauvais aloi ;
Par le droit des yeux noirs, par le droit de conquête,
Il vous faut des amants. (On ne sait trop pourquoi.)
Vous jouez du regard comme d’une raquette ;
Vous en jouez, méchante… et jamais avec moi.

Je ne vous aime pas, et vous aurez beau faire,
Non, madame, jamais je ne vous aimerai.
Vous me plaisez beaucoup ; certes, je vous préfère
À Dorine, à Clarisse, à Lisette, c’est vrai.
Pourtant l’amour n’a rien à voir dans cette affaire,
Et quand il vous plaira, je vous le prouverai.

J’aurais pu vous aimer ; mais, ne vous en déplaise,
Chez moi le sentiment ne tient que par un fil…
Avouons-le, pourtant, quelque chose me pèse :
En ne vous aimant pas, comment donc se fait-il
Que je sois aussi gauche, aussi mal à mon aise
Quand vous me regardez de face ou de profil ?

Je ne vous aime pas, je n’aime rien au monde ;
Je suis de fer, je suis de roc, je suis d’airain.
Shakespeare a dit de vous : « Perfide comme l’onde » ;
Mais moi je n’ai pas peur, car j’ai le pied marin.
Pourtant quand vous parlez, ô ma sirène blonde,
Quand vous parlez, mon cœur bat comme un tambourin.
Je ne vous aime pas, c’est dit, je vous déteste,
Je vous crains comme on craint l’enfer, de peur du feu ;
Comme on craint le typhus, le choléra, la peste,
Je vous hais à la mort, madame ; mais, mon Dieu !
Expliquez-moi pourquoi je pleure, quand je reste
Deux jours sans vous parler et sans vous voir un peu.


I hate you to death Madame, but oh my god!
Explain to me why I cry, when I stay
Two days without talking to you, and without seeing you so much.

French Treasures

Alphonse Daudet - À Célimène. tears and love

This episode is about me basically introducing myself and saying a few things about myself in order for you to get to know me better and what to expect from me as your English language teacher.

Fun English Language Learning with Faith

Introduction and Getting to know Faith.

Two corvesations: 

1- ¿ Que haces en tu tiempo libre ?

2- Tengo un resfriado

This podcast is to improve your listening and vocabulary

Learn Spanish Conversation

Learn Spanish Conversation parte 17

Do you stand out from the crowd (in a good way)? If so then you may well be outstanding.

Transcript here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14qAkWIYLdVvzZZOWfHrSk5Vtyj_CVuwP/view?usp=sharing

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Lisa's Podcast

Simply Outstanding

The boardroom shimmered with anticipation. It was our moment – the chance to present our green energy solution to a potential billion-dollar partner.  Months of research and development hung in the balance.  As CEO, I knew the presentation had to be flawless.

Flashback six weeks.  We'd made the initial contact with them, but our initial proposal was met with a lukewarm response.  Their feedback – "unclear goals" and "lack of data-driven evidence."  It was a harsh lesson.  We'd underestimated the importance of clear communication.

This time, we went all in on preparation.  We drilled down on their specific needs, tailoring our presentation to address their environmental goals and cost-saving projections.  Data became our mantra.  Charts, graphs, and case studies were meticulously crafted to showcase the impact of our technology.

Anticipating questions was paramount.  Our team planned every scenario, rehearsing responses until they were clear, concise, and confident.  Even the presentation slides – clean, visually appealing, and focused on the message – became a communication tool.

Fast forward to the meeting.  My opening statement resonated.  It wasn't just about our technology; it was about a shared vision for a sustainable future.  The data painted a compelling picture, each statistic linked back to the investor's needs.  When questions arose, our team delivered prepared, impactful responses.

The atmosphere shifted.  Their executives leaned forward, engaged.  The follow-up discussions were lively, brimming with possibilities.  We left that day with a handshake and a renewed sense of optimism.

Weeks later, they signed the partnership agreement.  Looking back, it wasn't just our technology that won them over.  It was the preparation, the clear communication, and the confidence we exuded. In business, effective communication is the bridge between good ideas and successful partnerships.  And that bridge is built on preparation.