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Introduction

📚 In this exciting episode of Tiny Talks, we dive into the world of Raymond Carver, the master of minimalist short stories. But did you know there's a hidden side to his work? 😮 We explore how the release of 'Beginners,' the original version of his famous collection, sparked a debate on the power of experimentation in writing. Is sticking to the rules limiting creativity? Can taking risks make stories more engaging? Join us as we uncover how breaking the rules can lead to literary magic! 

Perfect for English learners, we'll explain everything in simple English. Don't miss out!

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Raymond Carver's Magic Trick | Episode 2 | Tiny Talks Podcast

When we talk about "screen time," we're often thinking about the effect that time spent on devices has on young people.

But what about the effect that those screens have on our eyes?

Whether you're using Instagram or Microsoft Excel, experts say that spending a lot of time looking at a screen isn't good for you.

But if you have to use a computer for work, what can you do to stay healthy?

Many eye experts say you should follow the "20-20-20 rule." This means taking a 20-second break every 20 minutes to look at something about 20 feet away — that's about 6 meters.

This gives your eyes a break and makes them change their focus from the screen that's near to you, to something that's farther away.

Make sure the screen is the right brightness, too. A screen that's too bright or too dark will make you strain your eyes. But your device can help you with this.

The idea is to reduce the amount of blue light that your eyes are getting, something that "night mode" on your device does. And some companies now sell blue light glasses that can help.

Sitting the right distance from the screen is also a good idea: at least 50 centimeters away is often given as a suggestion.

If you find you're moving close to the screen and straining your eyes to see, you could try making the fonts on your screen larger.

And don't forget to blink! Blinking stops your eyes from getting dry and it can also help to reduce eye strain.



Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Top Tips to Keep Your Eyes Healthy When Using Screens

En este episodio les cuento sobre una pelea callejera entre dos taxistas donde un motociclista terminó gravemente herido. Propio de Argentina en esta época del año. O de todas las épocas, ya ni sé... 

Argentina en carne propia

Episodio 10: Furia en el tránsito. 2 taxistas contra una moto

CHISTES MEXICANOS

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IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3 - Childhood Memory

1. Is it important to have pleasant childhood memories? Why?
2. Do you think that people are permanently affected by negative childhood memories? Why do you think so?
3. What do you think it means to ‘live in the past’?

Which questions did you find the most difficult? What's the reason?

IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3 - Childhood Memory

"From Pillar to Post" - An English Expression.

How do we use it?


Teacher Joseph's Podcast

"From Pillar to Post" - English Expression.

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11jcxR3gxex8GKbcaswqp2g1txJwM47czLNFpGY2yXLw/edit?usp=sharing

Today, I want to tell you all about emotional support chickens. It seems that a nursing home here in the UK has been offered chickens by a local school in order to take away the loneliness of it’s residents and help them feel better.

Nursing Homes and Care Homes are places where we put older people who cannot look after themselves.

It's hoped that the chickens will bring residents a number of benefits. From fostering a sense of community to reducing mental health problems. Now, I'm not sure about you but for me, I'd probably rather have the cash or if  there’s perhaps other opportunities, maybe I’d prefer to talk to someone. These chickens don't actually have to be bought.It looks like they were given free to this nursing home. 

But still, if they're going to give away chickens, I'd rather have the cash.
