Tom Teaches: Americanisms

In this episode of Florida Man Friday, we hear about a young man who can't do what he loves: Playing the Tuba (on the beach at least). First, I read through the article in its entirety. Then, I go back and break down each sentence, explaining any interesting grammar and vocabulary. Then, I read the article once more. Hopefully you will have an easier time understanding the new vocabulary the second time through. FINALLY, I play the actual News Segment that this article comes from and you...

In this episode we have a combination of classic fairytales with a little American flavor. The two classic fairytales are 'The Frog Prince' and 'Beauty and the Beast'. This folktale is rather short and simple, but it's entertaining nonetheless. I read the story through one time. Then I go back and breakdown each sentence and any new vocabulary. Finally, I read the story one more time and hopefully you understand more the second time through. If you like the episode, please share it ...

In this episode of Florida Man Friday, we learn about a man that claims his wife is abducted by men wielding holograms, or maybe by holograms themselves... It's unclear. This article is from The Huffington PostFirst, I read through the article without stopping.Then, I go back and break down each sentence, explaining any interesting grammar and vocabulary. Finally I read the article once more and hopefully you understand more the second time hearing it! Enjoy and subscribe for m...

In this Episode we meet a couple of old men who are always trying to one-up each other. They want to have the best hunting dogs. One man goes to extreme measures to get the upper hand. Even going so far as to buy a dog that defies gravity! As usual, I start with an introduction. Then I read the full story, without stopping. Next, I go back and explain any interesting vocabulary. And finally, I read the story again, without stopping. Hopefully by the second time hearing it, you understand...

In this episode of Florida Man Friday, we learn about a man that loves his little green friend! Unfortunately for him, he's not supposed to be feeding this friend of his. First, I read through the article without stopping.Then, I go back and break down each sentence, explaining any interesting grammar and vocabulary. I'll read the article once more. Enjoy and subscribe for more!If you'd like to reach me you can email at [email protected] : ...

In this Episode we meet a couple of men who confront adversity with very different attitudes. We also see what God and St. Peter think about these two different approaches.As usual, I start with an introduction. Then I read the full story, without stopping. Next, I go back and explain any interesting vocabulary. And finally, I read the story again, without stopping. Hopefully by the second time hearing it, you understand more easily than you did the first time hearing it. Time Stamps:&nb...

In this episode of Florida Man Friday, we learn about a man that's tired of hearing fireworks late at night, so he takes matters into his own hands.This comes from PopCulture.com First, I read through the article without stopping.Then, I go back and break down each sentence, explaining any interesting grammar and vocabulary. I'll read the article once more. And finally, I'm going to play a real News Clip that this story is based on, hopefully you can understand that as well!Enj...

In this Episode we meet a folk hero from California who lived to 250 years old. He lived so long that the only thing left he wanted to do was die! Unfortunately for him, that wasn't possible.As usual, I start with an introduction. Then I read the full story, without stopping. Next, I go back and explain any interesting vocabulary. And finally, I read the story again, without stopping. Hopefully by the second time hearing it, you understand more easily than you did the first time hearing ...

In this episode of Florida Man Friday, we learn about a scam that sometimes happens to lottery winners. This comes from the Miami Herald, and the title of the article is:"Florida Cashier Busted for Stealing Winning Lottery Ticket"First, I read through the article in its entirety. Then, I go back and break down each sentence, explaining any interesting grammar and vocabulary. Finally, I read the article once more. Hopefully you will have an easier time understanding the new vocabulary the...

In this Episode we meet a folk hero of West African Origin: Anansi Spider. He's a typical trickster character, but his plans backfire. As a result, all of mankind benefits!As usual, I have an introduction to the podcast and the story. Then I read the full story without stopping. Next, I go back and break down any interesting vocabulary. And finally, I read the story again, without stopping. Hopefully by the second time hearing it, you understand more easily than you did the first time he...