History
‘Luck’ by Mark Twain – Short story
SUSAN CLARK: Now, the Special English program, AMERICAN STORIES. (MUSIC) Our story today is called “Luck.” It was written by Mark Twain. Here is Shep O’Neal with the story. (MUSIC) SHEP O’NEAL: I was at a dinner in London given in honor of one of the most celebrated English military men of his time. [...]
A History of Creole and Cajun Food in Louisiana
HOST: Welcome to AMERICAN MOSAIC in VOA Special English. (MUSIC) I’m Doug Johnson. This week: We learn about the history of Cajun and Creole food and culture … Visit some of the famous restaurants of New Orleans, Louisiana … And listen to some traditional zydeco music. (MUSIC) HOST: The state of Louisiana is widely known [...]
Ms. Has a Longer History (or Herstory) Than You Might Think
AA: I’m Avi Arditti with Rosanne Skirble, and this week on WORDMASTER: our language-hunting friend Ben Zimmer has been tracking the origin of the female title “Ms.,” which, unlike Mrs. for a married woman and Miss for someone who’s single, does not indicate marital status. Most people assume it came from the feminist movement of [...]
