In this episode, Saam (my son) and I are narrating the wonderful story of Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang (in Farsi and English).  Hope you enjoy! 

Farsi with Zubin 

Episode 3: Grumpy Monkey 🐒 کی گفته من بد اخلاقم؟ 

今回のトピックは奈良県で起きたストーカー捜査の警察官にストーカーした疑い、女を逮捕の事件についてお話しします。
タイトルですら意味わからないですよね^^ そんなお話をします^^
When you fail the first time, always remember to pick yourself up and try again. Except maybe in this case.

The Konnichiwa Podcast is a bilingual English-Japanese podcast. Dan, My, and Yurie started the podcast with the goal of creating a show where Japanese and English speakers of all levels could improve their language skills and have fun in the process. With topics ranging from the latest news stories, to life in Japan, to the history of ramen, the Konnichiwa Podcast aims to entertain while giving listeners a glimpse into international communication.

The Konnichiwa Podcast

Stranger Danger

Jessica is a botanist who is living in the Amazon. Let's listen to her and practice some verbs with a particular conjugation! And please help Nycole to remember how to use the verb to like! 

Work material: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hyuGoUxfpTfRLwfjEFEN3QWH8nT8XfcEpoZwBBCQvCM/edit

Real Spanish Podcast

A botanist in the Amazon 

一个外国人参加“普通话演讲比赛”，他的开场白是这样的：先生们，女士们，你们好，我的普通话说得不好，我与贵国语言的关系就如同我跟我太太的关系一样，我很爱它，却又无法控制它”。

A foreigner attends Putonghua speech contest ，Here's his opening line：Hello, ladies and gentlemen. I can't speak Mandarin well，My relationship with your language is the same as my relationship with my wife, I love it, but I can't control it。


开心一刻 Jokes

无法控制（wú fǎ kòng zhì）

HSK 3-6 Text Audios

HSK 3 Lesson 10 Passage 1 


No hay soluciones mágicas ni atajos mis amigos, No saldrás de este podcast dominando el uso de Para y Por. i´m sorry. real talk. Solo a través de la utilización de la herramienta de práctica conversacional podremos lograr reconocer en modo de piloto automático cuando es incorrecto uno u otro solo de oírlos en conversación o de verlos plasmados en textos.  

Perno no te desanimes, hablaremos aquí del empleo de para y por acompañándolos de ejemplos, y como en todos mis podcasts es únicamente una toma o  grabación , cero edición, y siempre tratando de divertirnos mientras aprendemos. Seguramente me equivoque en algún momento también. i´m only human :) ..y por demás adoremos los errores, son los mejores maestros ;)

Estoy a tu disposición para cualquier pregunta adicional o cualquier otra ayuda que necesites, y si te parece también podemos ponernos de acuerdo para una lección donde de seguro podremos profundizar sobre este tema o cualquier otro, y de paso pasaremos un rato agradable.

Espero grabar otro podcast pronto para ti, así que ideas y sugerencias sobre temas que les gustaría escuchar son más que bienvenidos.

Hasta la próxima, amigo. Cuídense.
 
Keep up with the good work  :-)

++Recursos que te ayudarán a dominar para y por: 

(OJO - esto no es una regla absoluta, tiene excepciones)

POR es utilizado cuando dices en inglés: 

For: En lugar de , a favor de, a cambio de.
By (por medio de, utilizando el..  ) , 
per
because of
through

PARA es utilizado cuando dices en inglés: 

For: intencionado para
By (deadlines)
To (a fin de, con destino a)

About Cuba with Ruben

PARA y POR. Un vistazo rápido con ejemplos y consejos :)

Join us for an epic adventure as we explore Arbor Low Stone Circle, one of the UK's most fascinating Neolithic henge monuments. Armed with a drone, we capture this millennia-old site from a bird's-eye view, blending technology and history in a unique way. Perfect for fans of British culture, history buffs, and tech enthusiasts alike. Don't forget to send us a message for the transcript and glossary, and discover how shadow reading can boost your English skills.

Tea, Talk & Textbooks: An ESL Podcast

Exploring Arbor Low Stone Circle: Drones Meet Ancient History in the UK

こんにちは、あかりです。今日のエピソードのテーマは健康(けんこう)とメタル音楽(おんがく)です。🤘

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STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

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Slow Japanese

Episode #63 - How metal music helps our health

Lesson 1: Build a Study Habit as Solid as the Titanic’s Hull
The Titanic’s hull was state-of-the-art, yet it wasn’t indestructible. Similarly, your study habits need to be strong, but they don’t have to be perfect. Start small—just like the shipbuilders who started with a blueprint. Dedicate 10–15 minutes daily to learning your language. Research shows that consistent practice, even in small increments, leads to long-term success.
Your daily routine is your hull. If it’s solid, you’ll keep floating, even when you hit minor obstacles.
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Lesson 2: Spot the Icebergs Before They Hit
The Titanic didn’t see the iceberg until it was too late. When it comes to studying, your "icebergs" are distractions, unrealistic expectations, and burnout. Be mindful of these obstacles before they derail you. Set realistic goals, like learning five new words a day instead of fifty.
Think of distractions like incoming icebergs on the horizon—acknowledge them, steer clear, and keep your focus steady.
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Lesson 3: Lifeboats Are Non-Negotiable
The Titanic’s lack of lifeboats was its greatest tragedy. In language learning, lifeboats represent backup plans for when life gets overwhelming. Too tired to study grammar? Watch a short video in your target language instead. Feeling stuck on vocabulary? Try a language game instead of a workbook.
Lifeboats are your Plan B—your way to keep moving forward even when your primary routine is disrupted.
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