Find Someone Who

Christmas is magical. Christmas is cozy. Christmas is… also a lot. In this episode, Annie and Lilah gently poke fun at the not-so-happy side of the holidays—the kind that shows up when you’ve wrapped one too many gifts, Googled “how long to cook a turkey” for the fifth time, and heard that Christmas song again before December even starts. We chat about holiday burnout, the strange pressure around gift buying and giving, the emotional rollercoaster of Christmas cooking, and the mystery of why Christmas music somehow feels nostalgic and irritating at the same time. This is not a “bah humbug” episode. Think of it more as a friendly holiday vent—lighthearted, relatable, and reassuring. Because loving Christmas doesn’t mean you have to love every part of it. As always, in true Find Someone Who fashion, there are laughs, shared confessions, and plenty of “okay, so it’s not just me” moments. Perfect for listeners who love Christmas, feel tired by Christmas, or are just here for the holiday snacks. 聖誕節很美好。 聖誕節很溫馨。 聖誕節……其實也有點「累」。 這一集，Annie 和 Lilah 用輕鬆又自嘲的方式，聊聊節日中不那麼快樂的小角落——當你已經包了太多禮物、第五次搜尋「火雞要烤多久」、十二月還沒到就已經聽膩某首聖誕歌的時候，那種說不上來的疲憊感。 我們聊到 節日倦怠（holiday burnout）、送禮與收禮的壓力、聖誕大餐（尤其是火雞）的心理負擔，還有為什麼聖誕音樂可以一邊讓人感到懷舊，一邊又默默消耗耐心。 這不是一集討厭聖誕節的節目，也不是要你變成聖誕黑臉。比較像是一場溫柔又好笑的節日吐槽——因為喜歡聖誕節，不代表你要喜歡它的每一個環節。 一如往常的 Find Someone Who 風格，這一集有笑點、有共鳴，也有很多「原來不是只有我這樣想」的瞬間。 適合熱愛聖誕節的人、被聖誕節累到的人，還有單純為了節日點心而留下來的人收聽 🎄✨ Instagram @findsomeonewhopodcast Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm7jif0jd000201xa0hhh5f4d/comments Email us: [email protected] Powered by Firstory Hosting

This is a content-rich episode with lots of ideas, examples, and big concepts. We highly recommend using the transcript if you find it challenging to catch everything—especially if English is not your first language. 這是一集資訊量很高、概念也比較密集的內容，如果你覺得一次聽不太懂，強烈建議搭配逐字稿一起使用。不論你是語言學習者、教育工作者，或對 AI 感到好奇，這一集都能帶給你清楚、實用又平衡的視角。 In this episode, Annie and Lilah sit down with AVA, an AI expert, to explore how artificial intelligence can support language learners in practical, meaningful ways. We talk about how learners can use AI as a practice partner—for speaking, writing, vocabulary building, and feedback—and why prompt quality matters so much. AVA explains how being specific, clear, and goal-focused can dramatically improve the feedback learners receive. The conversation also dives into the serious side of AI: how AI systems recognize and respond to darker or potentially dangerous prompts involving topics like depression, self-harm, or crime, and why safety guardrails are built into AI tools. We also unpack the idea of AI hallucination: what it is, why it happens, and why users should always think critically instead of blindly trusting AI-generated answers. Finally, AVA shares insights into what AI might look like in education over the next five years, and how teachers and learners can prepare to work with AI rather than fear it. Whether you’re a language learner, educator, or simply curious about AI, this episode offers a thoughtful and balanced look at how AI fits into learning today—and tomorrow. 在這一集裡，Annie 和 Lilah 邀請到 AI 專家 AVA，一起深入聊聊人工智慧如何成為語言學習者的強力夥伴。 我們探討語言學習者如何利用 AI 來練習口說、寫作、字彙，以及獲得即時回饋；也談到為什麼 下指令（prompt）越具體，AI 給你的幫助就越大。AVA 分享了實用的原則，幫助學習者更有效地和 AI 溝通。 本集也進入較嚴肅但重要的主題：AI 如何辨識並回應涉及憂鬱、自殺、犯罪等潛在危險內容，以及為什麼 AI 系統需要設計安全防護機制。 此外，我們還解釋了什麼是 AI 幻覺（hallucination）、它為什麼會發生，以及為什麼使用者不能完全不加思考地相信 AI 的回答。 最後，AVA 分享了她對未來五年 AI 在教育中的發展的看法，以及老師和學生可以如何與 AI 共存、合作，而不是害怕它。 📂 Supplementary Material: https://forms.gle/JeouvJsAknZremSg7 👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast — and share this episode with a friend. 👉 別忘了 追蹤、評分並留下評論！也分享給朋友。 Instagram Threads Email us 私訊給我們: [email protected] Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm7jif0jd000201xa0hhh5f4d/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

In this episode, Annie and Lilah dive into the wonderfully creative world of euphemisms — those soft, gentle, indirect expressions we use when the real words feel too awkward, too harsh, or just a little too much. From talking about sex, death, aging, appearance, intelligence, difficult personalities, unemployment, breaking up, and even profanity, we explore how English speakers “smooth the edges” of uncomfortable topics. Why do people say someone “passed away” instead of “died”? Why is “letting someone go” not nearly as gentle as it sounds? And why do English speakers come up with so many ways to avoid saying “poop,” “drunk,” or “breakup”? As always, in true FSW fashion, you’ll get a mix of language insight, cultural fun facts, and plenty of laughter as we unpack the polite, the playful, and the downright puzzling ways people soften their words. Whether you're an English learner, a language lover, or someone who just wants to understand what people really mean, this episode will help you hear the hidden message behind the polite phrasing. 在這一集裡，Annie 和 Lilah 帶大家走進英文世界裡超級迷人又超級實用的 客套話。當某些話題有點尷尬、太直接、太敏感，或是講出來太刺耳時，英文母語者就會用客套話來「柔化」語氣。 我們會聊到如何在面對 性、死亡、老化、外表、智力、難搞個性、失業、分手，甚至髒話 等敏感話題時，用更溫和、更社交安全的方式表達。 為什麼英文裡說 “passed away” 比 “died” 聽起來溫柔？ 為什麼 “let someone go” 一點也不是真的「放人自由」？ 為什麼英文裡可以有上百種方法不直接說「大便」、「喝醉」或「分手」？ 當然，照著 FSW 的傳統，我們不只講語言，也分享文化、趣聞、以及滿滿的笑點，帶你一起拆解英文裡那些既禮貌、又好笑、有時甚至讓人摸不著頭緒的客套說法。 不管你是英語學習者、語言愛好者，還是單純想聽懂別人「話中有話」的人，這一集都會幫你更精準捕捉英文裡真正的意思。 📂 Supplementary Material: https://forms.gle/w5cEPuBunjqnC7667 👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast — and share this episode with a friend. 👉 別忘了 追蹤、評分並留下評論！也分享給朋友。 Instagram Threads Email us 私訊給我們: [email protected] Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm7jif0jd000201xa0hhh5f4d/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Thought you’re about to get a serious lecture on Canadian workplace culture? Think again! In classic FSW style, we bring you a quirky mix of real talk, weird stories, and unexpectedly practical tips about communication, respect, workplace style, and even body hair. Don’t worry — you’ll still walk away with surprisingly useful insights about Canadian workplace culture. Whether you’re new to Canada or simply curious about cultural differences at work, this episode is packed with useful insights, good laughs, and practical tips to help you thrive in a Canadian office. 你以為這一集會是超正經的加拿大職場文化講座嗎？再想想吧！ FSW 一貫的風格就是：真心建議＋奇怪故事＋出乎意料的實用小撇步。 從溝通、尊重、穿著到體毛（？），我們什麼都聊！ 放心，你還是會收穫滿滿：實用又好笑。 無論你剛到加拿大工作，或對文化差異充滿好奇，這一集都會讓你收穫滿滿，笑聲不斷，更能在加拿大職場中如魚得水。 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm7jif0jd000201xa0hhh5f4d/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Peggy, the creator behind Kidsbooksholic, a Taiwan-based podcast and social channel dedicated to helping parents read English picture books with their children. Through her platform, Peggy hopes to strengthen parent-child bonds, spark curiosity, and nurture a lifelong love of reading. Peggy opens up about her own English learning journey and how these experiences inspired her mission to make English books more accessible and enjoyable for families in Taiwan. She shares the challenges of running an education-focused channel, the joy she finds in connecting with parents, and the impact she hopes to create through her work. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or language learner, this episode is full of warmth and practical inspiration. Join us as we explore how simple shared reading moments can build confidence, connection, and a love for stories. 在這集溫馨的訪談中，我們邀請到來自台灣閱讀馨聲創辦人馨聲媽咪Peggy。她的節目與社群致力於協助家長用英文繪本陪孩子閱讀，透過共讀加強親子連結，並培養孩子對閱讀的熱愛。 Peggy 分享了她自己的英語學習經驗以及這些經驗如何啟發她成立 Kidsbooksholic。她談到經營教育內容的挑戰、與家長互動帶來的成就感，以及她希望透過這個平台達成的願景。 無論你是家長、老師，還是正在學習語言的人，都能在這一集中找到暖心又實用的靈感。一起來聽聽閱讀如何在日常中創造自信、連結與對故事的熱情。 閱讀馨聲Kidsbooksholic ® Instagram ✨ Episode Extras 節目加碼資源 📂 Supplementary Material: 補充教材 https://forms.gle/A5w9GtBHMdxeN3U56 👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast — and share this episode with a friend. 👉 別忘了 追蹤、評分並留下評論！也分享給朋友。 Follow us 追蹤我們 Instagram Threads Email us 私訊給我們: [email protected] Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm7jif0jd000201xa0hhh5f4d/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting