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The Bottom Line (#116)

In this episode Victor needs to buy a new stove for the cafe and must apply for a bank loan. However, the young loan officer has a low opinion of "anyone over forty" and says the cafe must make more money or reduce overhead by firing an employee. Jess helps increase business at the cafe by bringing in members of his retirement center. Jamal helps by finding an old replacement piece for the faulty stove and eliminates the need of a new stove. The "Word Play" segment explains how to report information. The "Culture Clips" segment presents the topic of the elderly in the US spotlights two elderly women who work at a day care center in California. They tell of the importance of continuing to be active and contributing to the community.

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Tue, September 2, 2008 5:00 AM (IPTV)

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Outside Looking In (#120)

Rosa wants to learn about art, music, and food in order to fit in better in 'high society' and the young son of the cafe's landlord learns how to act like a child. Word Play shows your students ways to give advice by using 'should' and 'had better.' Culture Clips reviews the different ways that people raise children.
- Mon, September 8, 5:00 AM on IPTV
Walls and Bridges (#121)

Rosa comes to the aid of a student whose father wants her to quit school while Brashov struggles with his citizenship exam. Word Play shows your students how to ask for and offer help. Culture Clips discusses ways to get help in becoming a citizen of the United States.
- Tue, September 9, 5:00 AM on IPTV
Helping Hands (#122)

The cafe employees help get a homeless man back on his feet by helping him find a job. How to ask for and give permission is highlighted by Word Play. Culture Clips discusses financial difficulties people may have and offers solutions that might help.
- Wed, September 10, 5:00 AM on IPTV
The Gift (#123)

Mr. Brashov is convinced that everyone has forgotten his birthday, unaware that they are planning a surprise party for him. Word Play shows your students how to extend invitations to people and how to answer invitations 'yes' or 'no'. Culture Clips explains what taxes are in the United States and how the collected money is used.
- Thu, September 11, 5:00 AM on IPTV
All's Well That Ends Well (#124)

Katherine has many problems the day before her wedding. Word Play helps your students understand how to talk about something that will happen in the future. Culture Clips shows the different ways cultures celebrate special events, like a wedding.
- Fri, September 12, 5:00 AM on IPTV
Comings and Goings (#125)

Henry pursues his plans to become a rock star; Katherine's going-away party takes an unexpected turn. The Word Play segment addresses talking about plans and possibilities. The Cultural Clip emphasizes returning to your home culture.
- Mon, September 15, 5:00 AM on IPTV
Winds of Change (#126)

The cafe employees face difficult choices about their futures. They all have goals they wish to achieve. Culture Clips talks about how some people achieve goals. Word Play helps your students understand how to talk about a necessity or an obligation.
- Tue, September 16, 5:00 AM on IPTV