This episode introduces three idioms that use the word cloud. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script. (Sorry my voice is going today!) 

Idiom Corner

Cloud

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Listen to this podcast about a current trend in the employment industry that involves recording a video version of your CV. Best for upper intermediate lessons!

New English US

Business English: Video CVs (employment, recruitment, video technology, trends)

Today we're talking about the word stress and the grammar of how to use it.

DAILY Business English VOCABULARY builder

Don't let this podcast stress you out!

No episódio dessa semana, vamos falar brevemente sobre as diferenças culturais, comparando o Brasil e os Estados Unidos! Sei que as diferenças são muitas, mas escolhi as mais marcantes. Vamos descobrir juntos?
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Português Brasileiro

#6 – Diferenças culturais Brasil x Estados Unidos

** This story contains graphic and explicit material it is not recommended for children. For mature audiences only. ** 18+
The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig from Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris Illustrations by Ian Falconer
Read by me Teacher Alyse. Listen and follow along.
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The way the pig is labeled based on his Vietnamese heritage, despite being born in the U.S., mirrors the real-world experiences of many immigrants and their descendants. Even when someone identifies as fully American, they can still be seen as "other" because of their background. The parrot's insistence on framing the pig's identity through an ethnic lens—rather than his actual achievements—reflects how media narratives and public discourse can shape (and sometimes distort) the way individuals are perceived.
This is especially important now, given the ongoing discussions about immigration in the U.S. Many immigrants and first-generation Americans face similar struggles with identity, belonging, and how they're portrayed in society. The story also highlights how insecurities—whether about identity, appearance, or status—can be exacerbated by external judgments.
Themes and Interpretation
•	Identity and Stereotyping: The pig’s frustration highlights how labels—whether about ethnicity or body image—can shape and limit a person’s self-perception.
•	Media Manipulation: The parrot, representing a journalist, distorts facts for a sensationalized story, raising questions about bias and ethics in reporting.
•	Self-Perception and Insecurity: The pig’s struggles with his body image illustrate how external judgments can create deep-seated insecurities.
•	Cultural Commentary: The story subtly critiques societal assumptions about identity and heritage, showing how people (or animals) can be boxed in by others’ perceptions.

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk ( Adult 18+) 

The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig

I’ll introduce Japanese culture in easy Japanese.
Today’s Theme is “日本酒の歴史《The History of SAKE》”.
This episode is JLPT-N3 level.

I created a quiz on this episode.
After listening, please take the quiz!

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Words☆
代表的（だいひょうてき）な：typical
～に夢中（むちゅう）になる：into ～
「君（きみ）の名（な）は。」：”Your Name.”
※Your Name. is a Japanese film written and directed by Makoto Shinkai.
巫女（みこ）：shrine maiden
天皇（てんのう）：Emperor of Japan
免許（めんきょ）：license

☆Script for this episode
The scripts (URL) are listed in the overview section of the channel.

☆Quiz for this episode


Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#33 Japanese culture / 日本酒の歴史《The History of SAKE》 // N3 Level /Japanese listening

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
5月26日木曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/23℃ 

夕張市/ゆうばりし
・全国でも人気の高い「夕張メロン」の収穫が始まる
・贈答用としても人気
・例年より大きく、香りも良い

［単語］
全国/ぜんこく…国の中の全部
人気/にんき…みんな好き
メロン/めろん…うすい緑色の果物
収穫/しゅうかく…おいしくなった食べ物を取る。
贈答/ぞうとう…プレゼント
用/よう…使う
例年/れいねん…いつもの年
香り/かおり…におい

レッスン待ってます♪


北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#66〉5月26日木曜日　人気！夕張メロンの収穫始まる

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1duHpK3nM56ZV0i5bTVUd5NEwRvZNFO7e/view?usp=drivesdk