2017-10-15 Book-smart or Street-smart: Which Is Better?
Now, it’s time for Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. On this program we talk about words and expressions that we use in everyday conversation. Today, we will…
2017-10-22 We Really Need to Talk About Your Friends
Now, Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. Each week, this program tells about words and expressions in American English. Sometimes we give examples through conversations, stories and even…
2017-10-08 Learn How to ‘Get a Clue’
Now, Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. On this program we talk about words and expressions that we use in everyday conversation. Today we are going to talk…
2017-10-01 Don’t Get ‘Boxed in a Corner!’
Now, it’s time for the VOA Learning English program Words and Their Stories. On this show we explore the origins, meanings and usage of common expressions in everyday English. Today…
2017-09-24 Kick Up Your Heels!
Now, it is time for Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. On this program we explain the meaning and usage of common expressions in American English. Today we…
2017-07-30 Surprising Origin of ‘To Keep at Bay’
Now, it’s time for Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. On this program, we explore everyday expressions that we use in conversation. Americans often use the first saying…
2017-07-23 Why Is ‘Colonel’ Pronounced ‘Kernel?’
Welcome to Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English. On this program we explore the origin and history of American expressions and teach you how to use them. Today…
2017-07-16 ‘The World Is Your Oyster!’
Now, Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. On this program, we explore common expressions in American English. On another Words and Their Stories, we went to the high…
2017-07-09 What Is Your Body Language Really Saying?
Now, the VOA Learning English program, Words and Their Stories. On this program we explore words and common expressions in American English. We communicate most commonly, of course, with our…
2017-07-02 ‘To Err Is Human …’
Now, the VOA Learning English program Words and Their Stories. On this program we explore the origins of common expressions in American English and, more importantly, how to use them.…
2017-06-25 Where Is the ‘Bone of Contention’ Located?
Now, the VOA Learning English program, Words and Their Stories. Has there ever been one issue that has caused trouble between you and another person? You know, a troublesome issue…
2017-06-18 No Guts, No Glory!
Now, from VOA Learning English, it’s time for Words and Their Stories. This program explores common expressions in American English. Today we explore a word that does not sound very…
2017-06-11 Which Came First — the Chicken or the Egg?
Now, the VOA Learning English program, Words and Their Stories. In the English language, some animals have come to represent human characteristics. Lions are brave. Foxes are tricky. And elephants…
2017-06-04 Shark! Dangerous in the Water and in English
Now, the VOA Learning English program Words and Their Stories. On this weekly show, we tell about commonly used American expressions. By knowing these expressions, you can improve your ability…
2017-06-03 From Chihuahua to Wisconsin: America’s Most Misspelled Words
Hello and welcome to Words to the Wise. I’m Pete Musto. In the studio with me is Learning English intern Olivia. Hi Olivia! Hi Pete. Can you tell everybody where…