A Turkish proverb that literally translates as “A fava bean doesn’t get wet in their mouth” means that if you tell that person a secret, they will tell everyone else. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “A Turkish Fava Bean Proverb” I...
A Turkish proverb translates as “If your mouth is burned by milk, you blow before you eat yogurt,” meaning that if you’ve had a bad experience with one thing, you’ll be cautious when encountering something similar. This is part of a complete episode...
Is it time to replace the expression “the mentally ill”? Some argue the term unfairly stigmatizes a broad range of people. Also, the winter sport of… skitching, which involves snowy roads, leather shoes — and car bumpers. Needless to say, don’t try...
A Turkish proverb about listening and paying attention: To one who understands, a mosquito is a lute. To one who does not understand, a drum and zurna are little. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Turkish Proverb for Listening” I...
A Turkish proverb about overly optimistic anticipation: Do not roll up your trousers before reaching the stream. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Turkish Proverb for Anticipation” Here’s a Turkish proverb that’s full of wisdom. Do...

