Continuing story of Neil McTaggart and his new life in Canada

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Neil McTaggart's Crossing (6): A Story of 1920s Scottish Emigration to Canada (Podcast 1110)

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Episode #78 - Driving License in Sweden

In this episode of "English Learners Boost," host Ian delves into the power of grit and resilience in mastering the English language. Discover inspiring stories of unyielding learners, practical tips for building persistence, and strategies to overcome challenges. As a licensed professional science teacher and English tutor, Ian shares his unique insights and encourages you to embrace grit on your language learning journey. Don't miss the chance to book a personalized lesson with Ian on iTalki and experience his effective teaching methodology. Tune in and boost your English skills today!

English Learner's Boost

Unyielding Learners: Grit-Fueled English Mastery

English At Work: Different ways to In An English-Speaking Environment. Part 1.

English is the international language of business so if you want to 'fit' in - you are most certainly in need to learn it and learn to use it! Right?

Some of us may be shy and timid to output and express ourselves openly but if you want a promotion, a raise in your salary - it is a must.

There are few ways to do it and in this small recording there is a listening practice for you and practical suggestion on how to 'get out of your shell'. 

Listen to it and let me know what you think.

See you in different podcasts of mine in the upcoming days.

To Your Success!



Job Interview Preparation | Build Strong Communication Under Pressure

English At Work: Different ways to In An English-Speaking Environment. Part 1.

Today is ANZAC Day, which remembers the soldiers of Australia and New Zealand.

The Social Evolutionary

Fight... for Freedom, but Forgive for True Peace.


Benvenuti a Comme se dice?, il podcast che celebra la lingua e la cultura napoletana. In questa settima puntata, ci addentriamo nella storia dei Quartieri Spagnoli, esplorando le radici della parola “Guappo” e del concetto di “Guapparia” e mettendo in luce le influenze castigliane sulla lingua napoletana. Spiegheremo i termini in tre lingue – italiano, spagnolo e napoletano – per mostrare come queste interazioni abbiano arricchito il nostro vocabolario.
Durante l’episodio, leggeremo la celebre canzone “Guapparia” di Libero Bovio, poi reinterpretata da Mario Merola, per introdurre la figura di Libero Bovio e la sua fondamentale influenza sulla tradizione della Sceneggiata napoletana. Un viaggio coinvolgente tra storia, musica e linguaggio, che vi farà scoprire le origini e il potere evocativo di termini che hanno segnato la cultura popolare di Napoli. Premete play, rilassatevi e lasciatevi trasportare in questo racconto vibrante e ricco di sfumature. Jammo ja!

Welcome to Comme se dice?, the podcast that celebrates the Neapolitan language and culture. In this seventh episode, we delve into the history of the Spanish Quarters, exploring the origins of the word “Guappo” and the concept of “Guapparia,” while highlighting the Castilian influences on the Neapolitan language. We will explain these terms in three languages – Italian, Spanish, and Neapolitan – to show how these interactions have enriched our vocabulary.
Throughout the episode, we will read the famous song “Guapparia” by Libero Bovio, later reinterpreted by Mario Merola, to introduce Libero Bovio and his significant impact on the Neapolitan "Sceneggiata" tradition. Join us on an engaging journey through history, music, and language as we uncover the origins and evocative power of terms that have shaped Naples' popular culture. Press play, relax, and let yourself be carried away by this vibrant and nuanced narrative. Jammo ja!


Neapolitan Language  - 🎙️ "Comme se dice?" - Il Podcast della Lingua Napoletana! 🌟

Guappo e Guapparia: Influenze dello Spagnolo sul Napoletano e storia dei Quartieri Spagnoli / Spanish Influences on Neapolitan 

Many paintings and statues are of nudes - people with no clothes on.
So why did they start covering their naughty bits with fig leaves, which is a really BAD idea?
("Naughty bits" - I will leave you to your imagination as to what they are. There are also hundreds of words to describe them, from biological terms to very weird slang expressions!)

Why do naked people in art wear fig leaves? It's scary!

你喜欢砍价吗？你的看家策略有哪些？你怎么看“砍价”？和我们分享你的看法吧！


Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

(全中文) 砍价！

El Barrio Chino de Ciudad de México es un pequeño barrio dentro de San Juan Moyotlan, a su vez un barrio del Centro Histórico. Algunas de sus calles son el escenario de las celebraciones del Año Nuevo Chino. Pero durante todo el año se puede sentir la esencia y el sabor de China, su gente y sus tradiciones.

El pueblo chino tiene una larga historia de inmigración a México. Algunos vinieron con el famoso comercio del Galeón de Manila, que conectó Acapulco con las Islas Filipinas durante unos 250 años. Posteriormente se dieron importantes oleadas de inmigración china que trajeron trabajadores y mano de obra tanto de Estados Unidos como de la China continental.

Parte de la población china de Ciudad de México llegó como resultado de los disturbios en los estados del norte, como Sonora y Sinaloa, donde se les había permitido vivir y trabajar. En la década de 1930, las calles de Dolores y Luis Moya, en el centro de la ciudad, estaban repletas de lavanderías atendidas por familias chinas a las que, debido al racismo, no se les permitía mezclarse con los locales.

Sin embargo, los chinos prosperaron regentando “cafés chinos”, todavía conocidos por su “café con leche”, galletas de la suerte y bollos choux. Todavía hoy podemos verlos casi en cualquier lugar de la ciudad, pero la mayoría de estos cafés no son atendidos por personal de ascendencia china en la actualidad.

El café con leche chino, tradicionalmente se sirve sin intercambiar muchas palabras. Se vierte de una jarra de aluminio a un vaso octogonal, a menudo desde una altura considerable. El camarero espera a que el cliente indique cuánto café desea y el resto del vaso se llena con leche entera caliente. Todo el proceso es como un ritual.

