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Matthew Perry and the drug that killed him (As far as I know)
Episode 712
Today's story: Matthew Perry, the actor who played Chandler on the popular TV series 'Friends,' died of an overdose of ketamine in 2023. Last month, …
1 year, 7 months ago
Do men need to wear ties anymore? (Close call)
Episode 711
Today's story: Neckties were adopted in France in the 1600s as a symbol of power and respect. For many, they were a required part of business dress d…
1 year, 7 months ago
Two astronauts are stranded in space (Short run / long run)
Episode 710
Today's story: Astronauts Suni Williams and Barry Wilmore left Earth on June 5, planning to be in space for eight days. But thrusters on the Boeing S…
1 year, 7 months ago
Why women's clothing sizes are so confusing (In touch)
Episode 709
Today's story: Generations ago, women went to seamstresses for custom-made clothes. But today, many women's fashion brands use standard sizing that d…
1 year, 7 months ago
'Massacre law' in Turkey threatens street dogs (Get out of hand)
Episode 708
Today's story: Turkey's parliament recently passed a law aimed at removing millions of dogs living on the street. The law doesn't specifically requir…
1 year, 7 months ago
Biden's awful debate and the rise of Kamala Harris (Down to the wire)
Episode 707
Today's story: At age 81, Joe Biden was the oldest person ever to seek the U.S. presidency. And while voters had concerns about his age, he easily wo…
1 year, 8 months ago
Summer 2024: Three months that felt like decades (Get out of)
Episode 706
Today's story: From an attempted assassination of Donald Trump to a landslide election in the UK to an uplifting Summer Olympics, the summer of 2024 …
1 year, 8 months ago
Buying vs renting a home (Pay back)
Episode 705
Today's story: Most American families are confronted with the decision to buy or rent a home at some point. This decision is a common one around the …
1 year, 8 months ago
Office culture in the U.S. (Wrap up)
Episode 704
Today's story: American office culture isn't exactly what you see on TV. In this story, learn about the typical workday, including what time people a…
1 year, 8 months ago
Jury duty: what it's like (Check in)
Episode 703
Today's story: It starts with a notice from a court: ""You have been summoned."" American citizens are occasionally required to appear for jury servi…
1 year, 8 months ago