Watching films can help you gain competence in a language, improve your vocabulary and learn new expressions. So, in this episode of your Spanish Journey, I'll talk about the benefits of learning with films and Sebastián (our guest today) will recommend some Spanish films you can't miss! Are you ready?

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Tune in this week to learn six phrases in English. This episode is part two of “Cultural Differences and Communication: You Don’t Say?! Podcast.” Expanding your English vocabulary will allow you to communicate better with native English speakers. And as always, you’ll get some homework at the end so you can continue to improve your English communication skills.

If you want my tips on preparing for a job interview, I invite you to visit my website for my free five-step job interview preparation checklist. This checklist has already helped thousands of people worldwide perform well in interviews and get jobs they love. To sign up, visit my website at express-to-impress.com.

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Episode originally published April 29, 2021.

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

Read the transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/phrases-in-english/.

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Phrases in English for Language Learners

Today we're talking about an idiom that you can use to say that you understand something really well and that you have a detailed knowledge of it. This is the idiom, to know something like the back of your hand. I hope you find it useful!

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How well do you know your hands?

簡単な自己紹介の巻

1.出身のバルバドスについて、どこにある？どんな国

2.イギリスに来た理由、今の生活

3.アニメや日本語、日本文化との出会い。

4.勉強のきっかけ、今の勉強習慣

5.趣味のダンス、ギターなど


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Vol.58 ロジェさんとポッドキャスト

今回はエドガーライト監督作品、“ラストナイト・イン・ソーホー”について話しました。エドガー・ライトの作品が好きな僕が、テーマや出演者、過去の作品などについて話しました。ぜひ、見た方やエドガー・ライトのファンの方は、コメントしてくださいね！

☆目次
0:00 オープニング
1:07 演出-鏡
5:50 都会-ロンドン/東京
9:28 キャスト-アニャ・テイラー=ジョイ/Anya Taylor-Joy
12:15 エドガー・ライト/Edgar Wright
15:13 ジョカスタ/Jocasta

☆語彙
幻影（げんえい）
見失う（みうしな-う）
服飾（ふくしょく）
上京（じょうきょう）
序盤（じょばん）
うろたえる
干渉（かんしょう）
突き放す（つきはなす）
目は口ほどに物を言う
主題（しゅだい）
張り合う（はりあう）

"After 5" by Japanese Teacher

“ラストナイト・イン・ソーホー/Last Night In Soho”を見て

It's important to prepare properly for virtual interviews. These are some tips that you should follow in addition to in person interview strategies:

Test your equipment well in advance. Do test calls with friends and family to check your camera, microphone and internet connection work smoothly. Have a backup plan if issues arise.
Familiarize yourself with the interview platform.
Choose your interview space carefully. Opt for a quiet, well-lit room with a neutral background if possible. Minimize distractions and ensure good lighting on your face.

Make sure to dress professionally. First impressions matter, even virtually.
Wear professional attire as if for an in-person interview.
Avoid flashy jewelry or clothing.

Review the job description and your resume thoroughly to be able to discuss how your qualifications align with what they need. Have examples ready of your skills and accomplishments.
Learn about the company, its culture, and values.
Understand the job role and required skills.

Practice answering common questions out loud. Record yourself and review for ways to speak more clearly and engage the camera more. Work on your speaking voice and body language.
 Nerves show up differently online.
Conduct mock interviews with a communication coach or career counselor. Book a session with me.
Be punctual—log in a few minutes early.

Stay calm and confident.
Be present. Smile, make eye contact with the camera, and listen actively.
Ask if you can take notes during the interview.
 Interviews are a two-way street. Ask questions too to see if the role and company are right for you.

 Follow-Up:

Send a thank you email post-interview.
Reflect on your performance and note areas for improvement.
Schedule a post interview coaching session to discuss further interviews, contract negotiation, and preparing for the role.

The Global Professional Podcast

Preparing for Virtual Job Interviews EP 37

         悬梁xuan2 liang2--------东汉时候，有个人名叫孙敬，是著名的政治家。开始由于知识浅薄得不到重用，连家里人都看不起他，使他大受刺激，下决心认真钻研，经常关起门，独自一人不停地读书。每天从早到晚读书，常常是废寝忘食。读书时间长，劳累了，还不休息。时间久了，疲倦得直打瞌睡。他怕影响自己的读书学习，就想出了一个特别的办法。古时候，男子的头发很长。他就找一根绳子，一头牢牢的绑在房梁上。当他读书疲劳时打盹了，头一低，绳子就会牵住头发，这样就会把头皮扯痛了，马上就清醒了，再继续读书学习。这就是孙敬“悬梁”的故事。

        刺骨ci4gu3--------战国时期，有一个人名叫苏秦，也是出名的政治家。在年轻时，由于学问不多不深，曾到好多地方做事，都不受重视。回家后，家人对他也很冷淡，瞧不起他。这对他的刺激很大。所以，他下定决心，发奋读书。他常常读书到深夜，很疲倦，常打盹，直想睡觉。于是他想出了一个方法，准备一把锥子，一打瞌睡，就用锥子往自己的大腿上刺一下。这样，猛然间感到疼痛，使自己清醒起来，再坚持读书。这就是苏秦“刺股”的故事。

Vivi甜讲中国故事

悬梁刺股---孙敬/苏秦



lesson on italki 
https://www.italki.com/ja/teacher/9451959/japanese

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こんばんは！
Japanese daily life podcast のAtsushiです。
このPodcastは、日本語を勉強しているみなさんに向けたPodcastです。

今回は、〜をきっかけに、についてです。
これもよく使います。
では、早速例文、行きましょう！


・旅行がきっかけで日本語に興味を持ちました。

・漫画がきっかけで、日本のカルチャーが好きになりました。

・仕事がきっかけで、ジャズに興味を持った。

・コロナがきっかけで、日本語教師の勉強を始めました。

・日本語教師がきっかけで日本を出ることに決めました。


こんな感じですね。

みなさんも口に出して言ってみたり、例文作って練習したりしてください！

ということで、今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！ではまた！