Slang

Dead On

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= exactly right Ex: His comments about what happened were “dead on.” Nothing was false. Ex: Her prediction was “dead on.” Everything happened exactly how she said it would.

Podcast

Episode 34: America On Fire

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On this episode I talk about the recent troubles happening in my country of America which includes: The events of the death of George Floyd and the riots – 6:55 America’s dark history of racism – 10:00 Modern perception vs Reality – 10:55 The riots – 14:45 Mob mentality – 16:20 The problem with the […]

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Evil English #33 Coronavirus Part 2

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On this episode I talk more about the Coronavirus and the following: How have things changed from my previous episode on March 5, 2020 to April 30,2020? – 9:40 What I’ve learned about the Coronavirus – 11:26 China – 16:48 W.H.O. – 20:16 U.S. vs China – 25:05 Sweden’s experiment of doing nothing – 28:23 […]

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Evil English #32: Coronavirus

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With guest: Yumi On this episode I chat with Yumi about the coronavirus and the following: Returning to Japan from Italy – 7:05 The current situation in Japan (as of March 3) – 9:47 The ability of the coronavirus to spread is amazing – 12:00 Yumi’s daughter’s recent trip to Singapore – 14:05 The current […]

Slang

Red Pilled

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Red Pilled = beliefs, choices or information that allow you to see the world as it really is, even though you will feel safer and happier if you did not On a political sense, being red pilled means understanding what is presented as truth on the surface is in fact a carefully constructed narrative designed to […]

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Evil English #31: Depression

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On this episode on this podcast, I talk about depression.  What it is, my own experience with it, and some advice on how to deal with it and how to change your mindset. What is depression? 3:15 My experience with depression – 5:28 Being addicted to thought patterns – 10:45 Who is depressed? 13:27 Meditation […]

Phrasal Verbs

Straight From the Horse’s Mouth

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Straight From the Horse’s Mouth = to hear information directly from the source being talked about or highest authority Origin: When people are betting on horse races, they want to get tips (information) about what horses to bet on by talking to the people who are closest to the horses like the jockey, horse trainer […]

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Evil English #30: Climate Change

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 On this episode I talk climate change and the following: Greta Thunberg – 8:30 Should we make war with China and India?  – 15:45 The best solution – 19:53 “97% of scientists agree”  – 25:15 I’m suspicious of politicians – 34:14 Don’t stress over the things you can’t control – 37:16   For your […]

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Evil English #29: Brexit

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Guest:Martyn  On this episode, I chat with my British friend Martyn about Brexit (U.K.’s vote to leave the European Union.) We also talk about Trump and internet freedoms.   Brexit – 11:00 Trump – 44:40 The internet – 1:04:40   Martyn’s book recommendation: Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind For your FREE audiobook and […]

Popular Expression

Leave It At That

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Leave It At That = to say no more about something Ex: I could talk for hours about that movie, but I don’t want to take up more of your time, so I will “leave it at that.” Ex: He just told his wife I’m not going, and “left it at that.”

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Episode #28 No Russian Collusion

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On this episode I talk about the recent news about the 2 year investigation into finding if the U.S. president Donald Trump worked with Russia to cheat to win the U.S. presidential election. In America, politics is huge. –  1:38 The rumor that Trump is a secret agent of Russia leads to a two year […]

Phrasal Verbs

Episode #27 America Divided

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On this episode of the Evil English Podcast, I talk about the current state in America. Words have lost meaning – 2:13 The art of disagreement is dead – 4:15 America is completely crazy since Trump won – 6:45 How to find what is true when the news is so divided – 10:45 News media are entertainment shows pretending […]

Popular Expression

Do You Mind?

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Do You Mind 1) (used as a question to ask for permission) Do you mind if I ….?  = is it a problem for you if I ….,  May I….. Ex: “Do you mind if I” open the window? ( Is it a problem for you, if I open the window?) Ex:  “Do you mind […]

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Ask Evil #19

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With special guest:  Yumi On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast, I answer my student Yumi’s questions about: What is it that you like/dislike/ love/ hate etc. about something? –  2:30 Artistic license – 10:48   Follow Yumi on Twitter @yumiyumayume For your FREE audiobook and a FREE 30 day trial to Audible go to audibletrial.com/EvilEnglish To sign […]

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Ask Evil #18

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With special guest:  Yumi On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast, I answer my student Yumi’s questions about: How dare you!   – 2:13 Holy cow!  – 7:45   Follow Yumi on Twitter @yumiyumayume For your FREE audiobook and a FREE 30 day trial to Audible go to audibletrial.com/EvilEnglish To sign up for your FREE 1 month […]

Popular Expression

Two Faced

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Two Faced   = when a person acts a certain  way in one situation, and acts different in another situation * synonym words = insincere, deceitful     Ex: You can’t trust her.  She is “two faced.” She will be very nice to you, and then talk bad about you when you’re gone.   Ex: […]

Popular Expression

Or Else

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Or Else     1. Used to say what will happen if something is not done. Ex: You have to leave, “or else” I will call the police.   2. Used to say what another possibility is. Ex: He thinks he can do it, “or else” he is not interested.   3. Used as an […]

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When Push Comes to Shove

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When/ If Push Comes to Shove   = when a situation becomes so bad or desperate, that serious action is urgently needed     Ex: I’m normally a nice person, but “when push comes to shove” and someone threatens my family or me, I will fight them. Ex:  It might be difficult to find a […]

Grammar

Everyone vs Every One

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Everyone vs Every One   Everyone = ALL the people in a group. (You can also use everybody.) Ex: The new rules will affect “everyone” at our job.   Every One = EACH person who makes up a group. Ex: My mother would like to thank “every one” of you who helped her during her illness.   […]

Cuss Word

Son of a Bitch

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Son of a Bitch   =  1) person (usually a man) that you strongly dislike or hate 2) expression to show frustration (Level  2 Curse Word )   Ex:  That “son of a bitch”  stole my parking spot. Ex:  The tire on my car is flat.  “Son of a bitch!”  

Grammar

Who vs Whom

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Who vs Whom   Who = subject pronoun   Ex:  Who ate the apple? Ex:  Who got the job?   Whom = object pronoun   Ex: The apple was eaten by whom?  (“The apple” is the subject) Ex: Whom do you love?  ( “You” are the subject)   Tip to remember: If you can replace […]

Phrasal Verbs

Turn a Blind Eye

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Turn a Blind Eye = pretend not to notice Ex:  The management at the business “turned a blind eye” at bulling from some of its employees. Ex:  We can’t just “turn a blind eye” towards all the starving human beings in the world.

Phrasal Verbs

Cross the Line

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  Cross the Line   = to overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable Ex: I know he was trying to tell a joke, but what he said “crossed the line.” Ex:  I don’t have a problem with you talking to my girlfriend, but taking her out for […]

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Episode #25 English and the Internet

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With: Just me On this episode, I talk about the internet and how helpful it is for learning English. If you’re on Twitter check out these great accounts. @EnglishSmarts @Grouchy_daddy @BreakBadEnglish @monicats @EmmyEast3716 @naomico_today @Ai__English If you want to improve your English then I recommend becoming a member of Evil English.  It’s FREE to try […]

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Eye-Opening

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Eye-Opening = something that causes a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness, enlightening experience Ex:  Moving out from your parents home can be an “eye-opening” experience.   Ex:  The documentary was “eye-opening” to watch because I learned so many new things.

Slang

Badass

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Badass Describing a person =  tough, uncompromising, intimidating,  or talented Ex:  John Wayne and Bruce Lee were both “badass” actors. (they were tough, intimidating, talented) Ex: My grandfather fought in World War II.  He was a true “badass.” Describing an object = cool (*Used mostly by young people) Ex: Those shoes are “badass.” I want […]

Grammar

Who’s vs Whose

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Who’s vs Whose Who’s   = who is/ who has Ex: “Who’s” going to the party this weekend? Ex: “Who’s” calling my phone at midnight? Ex: “Who’s” that? Whose = possessive pronoun * Whose can refer to things in addition to people Ex: “Whose” umbrella is this? (Who owns this umbrella?) Ex:  I’m thinking of […]

Slang

Blah Blah Blah

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Blah Blah Blah = non important information, meaningless talk, I don’t care Ex: She had a coffee a donut and “blah blah blah.”  (Whatever else is not important) Ex:  Yeah yeah, “blah blah blah.”  Mom, you said that yesterday.  (What you said was meaningless) Ex: Oh your brother is a internet millionaire “blah blah blah” […]

Grammar

To vs For

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  Use for 1) when something is being done to benefit someone or something Ex.  I bought this gift “for you” Ex. What can I do “for you?” Ex: I made food “for the party.” 2) when you are trying to express a purpose or the reason something is happening Ex: He runs “for his […]

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Episode #22: Welcome Back

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Guest: Just me Welcome back! On this episode I answer random questions from my followers on Twitter and Facebook. Such as: What is Evil English? – 4:00 What languages can I speak? – 10:55 What are my hobbies? – 15:18  What is my opinion of the new U.S. president, Donald Trump? – 19:24   If […]

Phrasal Verbs

Lighten Up

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Lighten Up = be less serious, relax IMPORTANT NOTE: “Lighten up” can also mean to make a color lighter. Ex: This color of paint is too dark, we should “lighten it up.” Ex: She was angry when he said a joke about her, but she should “lighten up” and laugh at the jokes. Ex: You […]

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Stand Up For / To

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Stand Up For/ To   Stand Up For = to defend a person/ group or idea who is being criticized or attacked Ex: If we see someone getting bullied, we should “stand up for them” and defend them from the bully. Ex: I’m proud that I wasn’t afraid to “stand up for myself” when they […]

Grammar

How to Use “Quotation Marks”

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1) Use quotation marks when quoting someone directly. Ex: Jane said, “I will meet you for lunch.” 2) Use quotation marks around the titles of articles, poems, short stories, songs, and TV shows. The larger works are italicized. Ex: Richard Burton performed the song “Camelot” in the 1960 Broadway musical Camelot. 3) In American English, […]

Popular Expression

For Crying Out Loud

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For Crying Out Loud   = expression used to show irritation and impatience   Similar expression: “For Christ’s/ god’s sake!” Ex: “For crying out loud!”  Our team’s coach is so stupid. Ex: Oh, “for crying out loud!”  I never said that. Stop lying.

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Get the Hang of

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Get the Hang of   = to do something enough that you learned how to do it Ex: Learning how to drive a car is difficult at first, but soon you will “get the hang of it.” Ex: After three weeks of using this new computer, I’m finally “getting the hang of using it.”

Listen & Learn

Listen & Learn: Jim Croce

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Jim Croce was a famous singer- songwriter in the 1970s. In the 1960s he began doing gigs in small clubs and college parties. In the 1970s singer-songwriters became very popular. Jim also wrote songs for other musicians. In 1973 he wrote his first major hit single “Bad Bad Leroy Brown.” He was destined to become […]

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The Big Picture

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The Big Picture = the situation as a whole, the overall view, the entire perspective on an issue or situation Ex: We need to look at “the big picture” before we can focus on the specific smaller details. Ex: The government plans to stop making the penny (1 cent coin), but looking at “the bigger […]

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Listen & Learn: Zero 7

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Zero 7 is two musicians from England. Their names are Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker. In the 1990’s they began as musician engineers. They helped create music for other musicians. In 2001, they released their first album “Simple Things”. Their music is like downtempo and jazz. They collaborate with many singers and musicians. Their music […]

Culture and Gestures

U.S. City and State Nicknames

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U.S. City Nicknames Atlanta (Georgia) = Hotlanta Austin (Texas) = Live Music Capital of the World, ATX Boston (Massachusetts) = Beantown Chicago (Illinois) = Chi- Town, The Windy City Dallas (Texas) = Big D Denver (Colorado) = The Mile-High City Detroit (Michigan) = The Moter City, Motown Fort Worth (Texas) = Cowtown, Funky town Honolulu […]

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Listen & Learn: Bob Marley

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I think most people like Bob Marley. I’ve always enjoyed his music. He is definitely the most famous Reggae musician ever. His religion was Rastafarian. Rastafarian is the mixture of Christianity and African religions Rastafarian people believe the former Ethiopian Emperor, Haile Selassie I, is the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. Also, for spiritual purposes, Rastafarian […]

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Listen & Learn: Billy Joel

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Billy Joel is an American Rock n Roll pianist from New York City. Inspired from seeing the Beatles perform on T.V., he joined a band at the age of 16. Billy recorded his first solo album in 1970, but didn’t have major succes until 1977’s release of the album “The Stranger.” He followed that with […]

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Listen & Learn: Jamiroquai

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Jamiroquai is a band from London England The origin of the band name comes from the Native American tribe the Iroquois, and the English word “Jam.” Jamiroquai’s music is like acid jazz, funk and disco. Their music was influenced by Stevie Wonder. Jamiroquai’s singer is Jay Kay. Jay Kay’s mother was a famous jazz singer. […]

Article

WTF: Japanese Donald Trump Commercial

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WTF!  Is this real?   It can’t be. Most Japanese people don’t like Donald Trump after he said America should stop helping protect Japan and give Japan their own nuclear bombs so they can defend themselves. I’m guessing it’s joke because it was made by Mike Diva, and American Youbtube personailty, and special effects artist. […]

Popular Expression

Set the Record Straight

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Set the Record Straight = give the truth about an event that has been reported incorrectly Ex: Let me “set the record straight.”  I never cheated despite what you may have heard. Ex: After she read the untrue story about herself on the internet, she knew she had to “set the record straight,” and tell […]

Grammar

Talk vs Speak

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Talk vs Speak Talk = to have a conversation with someone In spoken English we usually use talk in the continuous form. Ex: I was talking with him about the game on TV. Ex: People in the movie theatre kept talking during the movie. Ex: That girl talks forever. Prepositions used with talk We use […]

Grammar

Say vs Tell

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Say vs Tell Say = to speak words Say/said is usually used when repeating what someone has said. Ex: He said he was feeling sick. Ex: What did she say? Ex: When he said he was quitting, we became sad. Prepositions used with say/ said We use “to” with said to show who we are […]

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Listen & Learn: Al Green

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  Al Green is an American gospel, R&B, and soul music singer. He became very famous in the 1970s. He was born in 1946, in Arkansas, America. He was the 6th of 10 children born in his family. He started his first band in 1967. In 1970, he released the famous single “Tired of Being […]

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Listen & Learn: Yeah Yeah Yeahs

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The Yeah Yeah Yeahs are an Indie rock band from New York City. They formed in 2000. In 2003, they released their first album, Fever to Tell. They quickly gained popularity and were nominated for a Grammy award. Their lead singer, Karen O, is always full of energy during their performances. The Yeah Yeah Yeah’s […]

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Listen & Learn: Patsy Cline

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Patsy Cline was a famous Country musician. She was born in Virginia, U.S.A. in 1932. When she was born her 16 -year-old mother worked as a seamstress and her 43-year -old father worked as a blacksmith. Her father abandoned the family when Patsy was 15 years old. So she dropped out of school and became […]

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Listen & Learn: Bruce Springsteen

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Bruce Springsteen is an American musician. He is the singer and guitarist for the E Street Band. His nickname is “The Boss.” He was born in 1949 in New Jersey. In 1975, he released the album “Born To Run.” That album was his first successful album. In 1984, he released the album “Born In The […]

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Listen & Learn: The Chemical Brothers

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The Chemical Brothers are two DJs from Manchester,England. Originally, their name was the Dust Brothers. However, because another band already had that name, they changed their name to the Chemical Brothers to avoid a lawsuit. The Chemical Brothers use a lot of electronic sounds. In England, electronic music is very popular. However, their music is […]

Music

Listen & Learn: Blur

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  Blur is an English alternative rock band. They began in London, England in 1989. They were a part of the 90’s Brit-Pop music movement. Blur’s rival was another famous English band called Oasis. Both bands would talk bad about the other band in music magazines. Blur became very famous in England. However, until 1997 […]

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Ask Evil #17

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Guest: Kyoko On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast Kyoko and I chat about English including the following: Throw Someone/ Something Off  – 3:15 Throw the Book At Someone  –  7:40 Straight Up  – 10:58 In a Heartbeat – 16:15 Hit Back – 19:15

Music

Listen & Learn: Billie Holiday

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Billie Holiday is considered one of the greatest jazz singers ever. She was born in 1915. Her real name was Eleanora Fagan. She grew up in Baltimore, U.S. and had a painful childhood. She dropped out of school when she was 11-years old. Later, she was raped by a neighbor and removed from her mother’s […]

Music

Listen & Learn: Fleetwood Mac

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Fleetwood Mac is a British rock band that formed in 1967. Actually the only remaining original member is drummer Mick Fleetwood. Soon after starting they added bassist John McVie. They also added his wife, keyboardist Christine McVie. Early 1970s, they had modest success. However, some band members became tired and decided to leave the band. […]

Music

Listen & Learn: Air

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Air’s name comes from the initials A.I.R. In French, it stands for “Amour, Imagination, Rêve,” which translates to “love, imagination and dream.” Their music is like electronic, rock and lounge music. The two band members are from France. Jean-Benoit Dunkell is in charge of vocals, piano, synthesizer, vibraphone, etc. Nicolas Godin is in charge of […]

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The Race For U.S. President is Heating Up

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Democrat  vs Republican (BTW, the Democrat’s symbol is the donkey, and the Republican’s symbol is the elephant.)   Battle For the Democratic (Liberal) Nominee Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders Six months ago I would have said that Hillary Clinton had the biggest chance of any candidate to become president, but now that’s all changed.  Now, […]

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Social Justice Warriors Protest Kimono Exhibition

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Audio and voice recording >>   (Source) Last summer,  the Boston Museum of Fine Arts had a special art presentation called Kimono Wednesday, where they let people try on Japanese kimonos.  The presentation was part of an exhibition celebrating Claude Monet’s famous painting “La Japonaise.” People could wear a kimono that looks similar to the […]

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American Millennials are Crybabies

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When I was a teenager, I listened to grunge music like Nirvana and vandalized (purposely destroyed or altered) public objects, like Stop signs etc.  I was a dumb kid who hated authority and felt I needed to break things to get attention.  Luckily I never went to jail and soon grew out of that phase […]

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Ask Evil #16

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Guest: Yumi On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast, Yumi and I chat about English and the following: To Be Stuffed Nailed it Hit the Nail On the Head To Have an Itch to Do Something Copycat Hot Boxing

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Chinese Copycat Cities

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Source China is known for being a copycat culture.  They recently got into trouble for having fake Apple stores that sold fake Apple computers.  This copycat culture doesn’t just mean products.  China has also become interested in copying entire cities of the world.  Seriously. The Chinese architects have no interest in thinking outside the box. […]

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Japanese Mummies Are Way Cooler Than Egyptian Mummies

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Unfortunately, Japanese mummies are not this  hot Maybe he is more your type. (Source) “The mountains of Japan’s Yamagata prefecture are considered sacred by the Buddhists in the region. These holy sites are sparsely populated, their forests interrupted only occasionally by isolated Buddhist temples. Many of the men serving in the temples come seeking solitude […]

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Episode #20: Japan Military

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Guest: Saki (Scroll down to listen to the podcast.)   On this episode, I chat with Saki about the recent news about the growing military in Japan as well as the following:   Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe recently passed a bill adding “collective self defense” to the constitution. According to Article 9 of the […]

Popular Expression

It Is What It Is

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It Is What It Is = there is nothing you can do to help or change the situation, so accept it Ex: We tried to win the game, but we lost.  “It is what it is.”  We can’t change it. We’ll try to to do better next time. Ex: I don’t want to go to […]

Slang

24 / 7

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24 / 7 (pronounced: twenty four seven) = non stop, around the clock (Basically, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.) Who says this?: everyone Ex: The store is open “24/7,” so it never closes. Ex:  You can call me anytime, “24/7.”  No matter what time, I will answer the phone.