Best FAQ!Cast Podcasts (2025)

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The Cast Dice Podcast 236 - Additional Konflikt'47 Lists And Thoughts 1:24:40

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I am joined this week by Andrew from Chicago Dice to further our discussion of the new edition of Konflikt'47. Now that we have played more games, we have more observations and tips to help you find success on the tabletop.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#359 English Pronunciation Practice - L and R Sounds 16:07

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This is the first episode in a special pronunciation series. We’ll do four episodes in a row, each one focused on different sounds. In this first episode, we’ll work on R and L. Next time, we’ll practice the TH sound. Then, we’ll look at V and B. And finally, we’ll practice SH and CH. So, step by step, you’ll train your pronunciation with word pair…

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#358 US State Name Stories – West and SouthWest 14:16

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Welcome back, travelers! One last time, pack your bags — we’re heading west. Today, we’ll visit the Southwest and the West. In the Southwest, we have: Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. And in the West, we have: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. That’s fifteen states in total…

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#357 US State Name Stories - Midwest 12:38

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This is the third episode of our state names series. This time, we’re traveling to the Midwest. Let’s quickly list all the states in the Midwest: They are: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. That’s twelve states in total! I’ll just focus on a few of the most rep…

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 68 Writing Army Lists For Konflikt '47 1:17:10

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By popular demand by you, the listener, we are back with ANOTHER episode about one of this year's hottest game releases, Konflikt '47. After tackling our first impressions in the last episode, we are back to discuss how the new rules and units interact each other on the tabletop in greater depth. We then explore how to write army lists for effectiv…

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#356 US State Name Stories – Northeast 16:45

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Hi! This is part two of our series about US state names. Today, we’ll explore the Northeast: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. That’s eleven states in total! And today I’ll focus on: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.…

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 67 First Impressions After Playing Konflikt '47 1:12:01

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We have played the new edition of Konflikt'47 and we are here to share our take aways and we have a LOT of them. Please join us as we unpack this exciting new chapter for this highly anticipated game.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#355 US State Name Stories – Southeast 13:09

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Are you ready for a trip through the United States? Pack your bags — because today we’re starting a special journey! In this first episode, we’ll travel to the Southeast: Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. Next time, we’ll continue our trip to the Northeast, then to the Midwest, and finally we’ll finish in the West and Southwest. Get the tra…

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#354 Talking About the Weather English 12:31

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Let me ask you something: what’s the easiest way to start a conversation in English? If you said the weather, you’re absolutely right! It doesn’t matter where you are—London, New York, or Paris—at some point, people will always talk about the weather. And it makes sense, right? The weather touches everyone’s life. If it’s sunny, people feel cheerfu…

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 66 The Armies Of The Soviet Union Third Edition 1:41:15

2M ago1:41:15

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In this exciting episode of the Warlord Games Official Podcast, we explore the upcoming Armies Of The Soviet Union book for Bolt Action Third Edition. In this hour and a half episode we dig deep into every section of this massive tome!Clarification Note: The Siberian Soviet box IS still available through the Warlord Games Website, despite what Brad…

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#353 Summer or Winter? It Depends Where You Live 14:16

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It’s the end of August, and in many countries in the Northern Hemisphere — like the U.S., Canada,France, Spain, or Japan — that means one thing: summer is ending. The days are still hot, but soon the air will cool down, the leaves will change color, and fall will begin. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/353-summer-or…

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#352 Dentist Visit in English Phrases + Mini-Story 19:28

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I’ll be honest with you—I don’t really enjoy going to the dentist. I think most people feel the same way. It can be a little scary, right? Now imagine you’re not speaking your native language. If you already feel nervous about the dentist, trying to explain everything in English can make the experience even more stressful. So today, let’s go step b…

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#351 False Friends Every Romance Language Speaker Should Know #2 18:15

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Last time, we talked about false friends—words that look similar in English and your native language, but mean something very different. Get the text on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/351-false-friends Example 1: Actual This one’s a classic false friend. In Spanish, “actual” or in Portuguese “atual” means “current” or “present.” But in…

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The Cast Dice Podcast 235 - Games That Look Interesting 1:22:25

2M ago1:22:25

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This week I am joined by our old mate Alan Borthwick from New Zealand to chat about what is catching our eye in the gaming industry at the moment. Spoilers... There are a LOT of great games out there.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#350 False Friends That Confuse Romance Language Speakers 13:36

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Hi! I want to talk about something that can really help you understand English vocabulary better — especially if you speak a Romance language like Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, or Romanian. These languages all come from Latin — you know, the language spoken by the Romans a long time ago. That’s why we call them Romance languages. Get the tr…

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The Cast Dice Podcast - Ep 234 - Victorius 2025 Bolt Action Event 30:07

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Victorius is Melbourne's newest gaming convention. This year will be its second year and it has grown by leaps and bounds. I am joined by the organiser of this year's Victorius Bolt Action Event to discuss its unique escalating format and cool army list rules.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#349 Learn English with Small Daily Habits 16:14

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Some students like to read while they listen. Others prefer to read afterward. It’s totally up to you. You might find it helps connect the sounds and the spelling—or just gives you more confidence. And one last thing before we jump in: Even if it feels like you’re learning slowly… you’re not. Small steps really do add up. Read the full text on my w…

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Cast Dice Presents Zero Threat, Ep 7 Shadowland Daredevil And More 1:19:34

3M ago1:19:34

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The guys are back to talk about their successes at some very big local events. Along the way, we also discuss the ins and outs of Shadowland Daredevil, how to make your Hydra Table Pop and some initial thoughts about preparing for team events. Please join us for the fun!By Cast Dice Podcast

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#348 Little Women - Learn Grammar in Context 12:22

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Today, I want to tell you about a book that I really love—Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott. To be honest, it’s one of my all-time favorite stories. It’s warm, emotional, and full of life. I’ve listened to the audiobook version, and what makes it extra special is that it’s a full-cast recording. That means each character has a different voice. It’…

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 65 Konflikt '47 47:58

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We are joined by Peter from Warlord to explore the exciting upcoming, new edition of Konflikt '47.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#347 Be Patient With Your English – And With Yourself 20:14

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Today, I want to talk to you about something really simple—but very important. Be patient with yourself. This episode has three short parts: Why learning takes time How to stop being too hard on yourself A small mindset shift that can help you feel better Before we get started, don’t forget to get the transcript at SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast.…

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The Cast Dice Podcast - Ep 233 - Medbury Miniatures Incredible Australian BA Range 59:23

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This week I am joined by the incredibly talented Andrew Medbury from Medbury Miniatures to discuss his upcoming Australian range of miniatures that we can use for Bolt Action and other games. If Andrew's name is familiar, he is the gentleman who sculpted the fantastic Cancon Australian giveaway models that were gifted to players in the Bolt Action …

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Kill Team Rumors, Typhon, FAQs, and Strike Force Variel 1:02:08

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Episode 37 has me return with Scrivo as we go over the recent Typhon release, FAQ updates, Strike Force Variel, as well as rumors for the future of Kill Team!By canyourollacrit

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#346 Anxiety when Speaking English 13:23

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In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about something very real—but often hidden: 👉 Why speaking English feels stressful… 👉 And how you can feel calmer, more focused, and more confident when you speak. Before we start, you can get the transcript at SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast

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The Ghost Army Podcast - Episode 48 - Armies Of Great Britain Deep Dive 2:23:55

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We heard that you wanted a more detailed investigation into the upcoming Armies Of Great Britain book for Bolt Action Third Edition and we are back with it! Join us as we pull the new book apart and chat about what we have found. It's a long one!By Cast Dice Podcast

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 64 The Armies Of Great Britain 34:12

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To celebrate the upcoming and highly anticipated release of the Armies Of Great Britain for Bolt Action, we are joined by the author of the game itself, Alessio Cavatore. We discuss the direction of Bolt Action Third Edition, future releases foe this new version of the game, and of course, The Armies Of Great Britain.…

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#345 Stop Apologizing So Much in English! 13:50

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Today’s episode is about something many English learners do too often: Saying “sorry” all the time—even when they don’t need to. Let me give you some examples: “Sorry, can I ask a question?” “Sorry, my English is bad.” “Sorry for bothering you.” “Sorry for my pronunciation.” Maybe you’ve said these before. Maybe you say them often. Read the text on…

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The Cast Dice Podcast - Episode 232 - Preparing For Operation Bear 2025 1:20:26

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Melbourne's next big Bolt Action event is upon us in a few weeks. The guys come together to talk about the player pack and to unpack the lists they are taking.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#344 How to Stay Calm and Aware While Speaking English 15:39

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In today’s episode, I want to talk about a very helpful idea for your English and your life. How to be more aware when Speaking English? Being aware means that you notice what is happening—inside of you and around you. You stop and ask: “How do I feel right now?” “What is my body doing?” “Am I breathing fast or slow?” “Am I nervous, or tired, or re…

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#343 Saying No Politely and Clearly - Assertiveness 4 17:36

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Today, we are continuing our Assertiveness Series, and we’ll focus on something very important: how to say "no" in English without feeling guilty. Hi! I’m Georgiana, and I’m back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast—the podcast that helps you speak English fluently, with no grammar and no textbooks. Before we start, get the transcrip…

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Cast Dice Presents Zero Threat, Ep 6 Catching Up After A Pile Of Events 1:34:47

4M ago1:34:47

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The Zero Threat guys are back to talk about their experiences at a load of local events.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#342 Assertiveness - The Power of Eye Contact 11:55

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Today, we’re continuing the Assertiveness Series, and we’ll talk about The Power of Eye Contact and Tone of Voice when speaking English. These two things—eye contact and how you sound—are just as important as the words you say. Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/342-assertiveness-the-power-of-eye-contact/…

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#341 What Is Gaslighting? – Understanding Manipulation and Its Effects 12:57

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The word "gaslighting" comes from a play called "Gas Light." written in 1938 by Patrick Hamilton. In this play, a husband tries to make his wife think she is losing her mind. He does some tricky things, like secretly making the lights from gas lamps in their house dimmer, and then he tells her that she's just imagining these changes. This play late…

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 63 - Armies Of The United States 1:11:14

5M ago1:11:14

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On this episode of the Official Warlord Games Podcast, two experienced American players discuss what we like about the recently released "Armies Of The United States" book for Bolt Action Third Edition. We look at the new national rules, both the official ones and the other national "traits" that the book encourages US players to lean into. We also…

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#340 Stand Your Ground — Being Assertive in English 12:58

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Today, we are continuing our Assertiveness Series. We’re going to talk about something very important: Standing Your Ground – Saying What You Mean Clearly. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/340-stand-your-ground-being-assertive-in-english/

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#339 Learn to Be Assertive in English 13:53

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Today, we are starting a brand-new series on Assertiveness. Assertiveness is very important when you speak English because it helps you express your thoughts clearly and confidently. You don’t feel shy, and you don’t feel afraid. Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/339-learn-to-be-assertive-in-english/…

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The Cast Dice Podcast - Episode 231 - Revisiting The Old World 1:12:22

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This week we are joined by Dannypaints from the infamous Dwellers Below podcast to take a look at Warhammer Fantasy in the modern era. How is The Old World going a year into its existence? Let's find out!By Cast Dice Podcast

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#338 You Need a New Identity to Speak English Fluently 15:44

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Today, we’re going to explore something different. Something that might completely shift the way you think about learning English: What if learning English isn’t about replacing your identity... What if it’s about creating a new version of yourself? Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/338-you-need-a-new-identity-in-english/…

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The Ghost Army Podcast - Episode 47 - The Battle For Madagascar 1:09:59

6M ago1:09:59

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WE ARE BACK!!! In this episode we are joined by Drake to get back to one of the core ideas behind this podcast, how to list for particular conflicts, while still making lists that stand up and do well on the tabletop. Today we explore the battle for Madagascar, a lesser known but fascinating conflict!This episode was recorded before the recent FAQ.…

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#337 You need a plan to learn English 17:24

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Today, I want to talk about something that can change everything in your English journey: You need a plan. If you’re learning on your own, having a simple, clear plan is what separates success from frustration. And the best part? I already offer you a complete method—and in my premium courses, I give you a step-by-step guide to follow. So, you’re n…

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#336 Anne of Green Gables - Mini-Story 18:46

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Today, we’ll talk about a beautiful and heartwarming story: Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery. It’s a book about imagination, friendship, and finding your place in the world. Get the transcript. Visit: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast If you want to help me, SHARE the podcast with your friends and family. That would make me very happy. Thank …

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Cast Dice Presents Zero Threat, Ep 5 - Eureka and Dracula 1:14:58

6M ago1:14:58

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The whole cast is back to chat about our experiences at the fantastic Eureka MCP event. Along the way we talk painting, Dracula and submarines on MCP tables. Please join us.Our theme music is Cyberpunx by LukHashBy Cast Dice Podcast

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#335 Happy Easter 2025! 12:36

6M ago12:36

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Happy Easter, everyone! Today I'll talk about something more festive. I'll talk about Easter and how Americans celebrate this holiday. And with a fun mini-story, you'll improve your English fluency by answering many questions in English. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/335-happy-easter-2025/…

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#334 Funny Group Names - Collective Nouns 2 11:53

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When we talk about houses together, we say town if it’s small and city if it’s bigger. But if those houses are organized in a somewhat chaotic way, you might hear about a slum or a shantytown. If we focus on buildings in general, a group of them can form a residential complex. And if there are many homes in one place, we talk about a neighborhood o…

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The Official Warlord Games Podcast - Pike & Shotte - Wars Of The Samurai 43:19

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In this episode of the Official Warlord Games Podcast, we speak with the author of the new Pike & Shotte expansion, Wars Of The Samurai about this mighty new tome and how it dramatically expands your ability to bring Daimyos and their armies to your tabletop.By Cast Dice Podcast

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#333 Collective Nouns - Learn English with Funny Group Names 15:44

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Today, I want to teach you about collective nouns. But first… what are collective nouns? They are words we use to talk about a group of things or people as one unit. For example: Instead of saying “many trees together,” we say a forest. Easy, right? Get the transcript. Visit: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast…

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The Cast Dice Podcast - Episode 230 - 7TV Night Terrors 1:01:55

7M ago1:01:55

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This week, we speak in depth with Karl from Crooked Dice and Peter from Edge Hill University about their collaboration in creating the newest expansion to the popular 7TV 80's Genre Guide, Night Terrors! We also touch on 7TV Fantasy, Colony 87 and much... much... more.By Cast Dice Podcast

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The Warlord Games Podcast, Ep 61 - The Bolt Action Compendium 48:35

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In 2025 we were expecting lots of great Bolt Action material in various new "Armies Of..." books and while we are getting that, we are ALSO getting cool new content in books like the newly released Bolt Action Compendium. Packed within its pages are over 25 scenarios, countless special characters, new units and other goodies for an astonishing numb…

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#332 Why Do Children Learn English Faster than Adults? 15:28

7M ago15:28

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We’ve all seen it. A child moves to a new country and, within months, is speaking the local language. Meanwhile, adults struggle for years. It seems unfair, right? People often say, “Children are like sponges!” They soak up languages quickly. But why? What makes their brains work differently? And most importantly—can adults learn like children? (Go…

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#331 Cooking Vocabulary - Cast Iron Skillet 12:40

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Today, I want to talk about something I use every day in my kitchen—my cast iron skillet. A long time ago, I used different pans for cooking. Some were good, but they didn’t last long. Some had a nonstick surface, but after some time, it was gone. And some just didn’t cook food the way I liked. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglish…