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Hello, gentlemen.
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My name is Phil.
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I don't care what your name is.
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Why do I have to wait 10 minutes for the serving staff to come over and take my order?
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But I'm not a...
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You are not what?
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You didn't want to be a waiter?
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Couldn't you at least get me some water, you idiot?
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Yeah, right.
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Why are you standing here with your mouth open?
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Just go.
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Go.
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And do as you're told.
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Oh, yeah.
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I'm sorry.
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Frank, buddy, I'm sorry, I just...
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No, no, no, no, no, you're absolutely right.
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Sometimes staff needs to be reminded that they're actual responsibilities, you know?
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Yeah, you're right.
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So where is your young genius that you were so excited about on the phone?
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Well, you know, he'll be here any minute.
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Can I get a jug of water, please?
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Uh, what about in a glass?
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Thank you, but I need a jug and a tray.
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This is a very long story.
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Just a moment.
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I'm guessing traffic, well, You know, I'm gonna call him.
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I'm sorry.
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Okay.
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Well done there.
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Quick thinking.
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Boss, what is the meaning of all this?
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What is going on?
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Okay, I know you angry.
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But who knew that Goodman was such a prejudiced racist?
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Nothing.
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What about you?
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How are you any better than Goodman if you're playing along with it?
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What else could I do?
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If we don't sign a deal with him tonight, we're as good as broke.
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And, um, another thing.
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He cannot know that you developed an app.
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Uh, 'cause he'll just walk away.
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So what are we going to do?
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I have an idea.
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Hey buddy.
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Yes sir?
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You wanna make some money?
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Uh, well, uh, maybe, why not?
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Mr. Goodman?
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is finally here.
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This is calling.
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Colin, this is Mr. Goodman.
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Mr. Goodman?
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- So...
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You are the genius IT guy.
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That's right, Mr. Goodman.
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- Yeah.
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Computers.
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Coach, all that stuff, you know.
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I see him.
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Well, tell me Colin.
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Why should I invest in your app?
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What are the three top benefits?
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Um...
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Okay, the first one is, um...
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First one is algorithm.
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Algorithm.
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It analyzes all the.. and gives the users.. gives the users most favorable ones.
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Yeah.
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The second one is...
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Accessibility.
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Accessibility.
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Yes.
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Accessibility.
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Yes.
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It requires.. sorry...
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a few more resources to...
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Hold on.
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Why are we wearing these headphones?
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Are you so bored with me that you decide to listen to music at the same time?
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Oh, Mr. Goodman, the thing is that Colin
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is a team leader of a whole team of specialists who work around the croc to improve the product.
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So he used to be in touch.
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Then let him make an exception.
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It is respectful.
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- Okay, Colin.
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Take your headphones off, please.
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What?
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Okay, smart guy.
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What language was the app written in?
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I don't know.
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- He is.
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- Yeah.
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- He is funny and go, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
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Joking all the time.
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- Calling.
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I'm talking about the programming language.
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I'm going to go.
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You know.
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That's, um...
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Mr. Goodman, I think Colin has answered all your questions.
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The only questions left: do you like the product?
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Yes, but...
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Well, let's give the formality and shake on it.
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Excuse me, Frank, but before I invest in anything, I need to know all the details.
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So, Colin, I'd like to hear your answer on my question.
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Ready please.
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Oh, sir.
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Take it.
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What language would you have?
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Nah -ha!
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It's not a problem, Mr. Goodman.
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It's a scene, two crosses.
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See to crosses.
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Oh, two crosses, yeah.
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C did it, two crosses!
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Maybe, uh, C++, no?
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- - I love you.
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- Well, Mr. Goodman, your version is also good.
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It's, um...
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Now, all these C's...
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It's so easy to mix up.
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Really, yeah.
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Okay.
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That's enough.
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Did he think I'm in Egypt?
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Do you really expect...
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I need to believe that this kid who doesn't know what C++ is.
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Isn't genius IT?
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Yeah.
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How much did he pay you?
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Hmm?
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Did he pay anything?
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You know, it doesn't matter.
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- Yeah.
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dismissed.
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Frank, we're actually developing the app.
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Phil!
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What?
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The black guy?
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Now you understand why I've been hiding it from you.
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No way.
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The blacks can do that stuff.
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They can barely read.
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Their entire memory is reserved for hip -hop and basketball rooms.
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Well, times are changing.
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Now they even write code.
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The only thing that hasn't changed is that they still work for us.
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The White's.
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- This is a good point, Vati.
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- Same thing with Phil.
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I keep him only for profit.
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I can throw him out into the cold any moment. So, Friend.
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Huh?
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- Okay.
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Maybe this moment has come.
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Mm -hmm.
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Frank has done his job.
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Right.
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What we do need him for?
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Let's make a deal and split the profit 50 /50.
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Screw Phil!
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Let's do this.
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Okay.
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Hopefully with the next line. And...
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Bam!
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Hey you!
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Yes, you!
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Get us some champagne.
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- To champagne, please.
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I think there's something wrong with the pen.
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It doesn't work.
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Or maybe it doesn't work in the hands of...
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...disonless people and racists.
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What?
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Phil, buddy, sit down, please.
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Please.
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Is this some kind of a joke?
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No, no, no. Sit down.
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Frank.
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Yeah?
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I'm investing in this project a million dollars.
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Do you really think I wouldn't ask you?
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Who is creating it?
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Of course I found out it was a Feel.
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Thank you.
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Thank you, but I really don't understand what's going on.
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Sorry, Fear, for this show.
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From the start I knew that you created it.
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And you are a decent person.
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unlike your boss.
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the racist and slippery person who won't even think of standing up for his subordinates,
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and easily abandon him for the money.
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Phil, it's not what it looks like.
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I was acting in our mutual interest, and Mr. Goodman, perhaps we misunderstood the child.
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I know who you are, and you can bet your bosses are about to find out too.
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Oh, come on, Mr. Goodman, please.
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Only one thing you have time to do.
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Yeah?
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Is Henning your resignation?
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- Sure.
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I'm going to show you the...
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- I'm so sorry.
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Well, he'll...
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I'll see you next week.
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I will come to your office and...
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We'll sign the contract with you.
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Thank you.
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Mr. Goodman.
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I won't let you know.
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I know you won't.
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Why practice speaking with this video?
This engaging scene from the video "Black Guy Mistaken for a Waiter" presents an excellent opportunity for English learners to enhance their speaking skills. The dialogue captures a real-life interaction filled with emotion, cultural nuances, and everyday vocabulary. By practicing with this video, you will not only develop your speaking abilities but also gain confidence in handling similar situations in real life. Utilizing the shadowing technique, where you repeat what you hear in real-time, can significantly improve your fluency and rhythm in English.
Grammar & Expressions in Context
In the video, several key phrases and grammatical structures are employed effectively. Here are a few notable examples:
- “You didn't want to be a waiter?” – This structure uses the past simple tense to reflect on the speaker's expectations, which can be useful in everyday conversations.
- “I don't care what your name is.” – This phrase utilizes the present simple tense to express a strong opinion, a structure that can help learners articulate their thoughts more assertively.
- “Couldn’t you at least get me some water?” – This rhetorical question structure is an excellent way to practice polite requests, which can be crucial in various social settings.
- “You are absolutely right.” – This is an affirmation that encourages learners to express agreement, an important part of maintaining conversations.
By analyzing and practicing these expressions, you can enhance your ability to engage in discussions, making your IELTS speaking practice more effective.
Common Pronunciation Traps
While watching the video, pay attention to certain pronunciation challenges that may arise:
- “Go.” – Quick, sharp pronunciations like this can often get lost in conversation. Aim to pronounce it clearly without rushing.
- “Water.” – The difference in how this word is pronounced in various English accents can be difficult. Focus on the vowel sound to master it.
- “Sorry.” – This word may be pronounced quickly in conversational English, blending into the surrounding words. Practice saying it distinctly, as it is often used in polite interactions.
By practicing these challenging words and phrases, you can significantly improve your English pronunciation and become more confident in your speaking abilities. Use this video as a fantastic resource to learn English with YouTube, refining your skills through active engagement.
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | has answered · hasn't changed · has come |
| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | be reminded · is reserved |
| Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thing | kid who doesn · person who won |
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.