日本は10連休（れんきゅう）のゴールデンウィークが終わりました。
（私は休みがないですけど・・・）

明日、会社を登記（とうき）するので、今日はその準備（じゅんび）をしていました。

3 Minutes Japanese Podcast with Ken

ep04 - ゴールデンウィーク終わり！登記（とうき）の準備（じゅんび）

Episode description
📺 Subtitled on YouTube : ZamZam Studio

🎧 Korea’s Zero Trend: More Than Just a Diet

Why is everything “zero” so popular in Korea?

From zero-calorie drinks to zero-sugar snacks and even traditional foods, Korea is experiencing a massive “zero” craze.

This episode explores the cultural and social reasons behind this health-conscious consumer trend.

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🎙️ About ZamZamPod

ZamZamPod is a Korean-language podcast for intermediate and advanced learners.

We explore real Korean issues with natural speech, cultural insights, and clear narration.

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📝 제로 열풍 어디까지?

한국에서 ‘제로’가 붙은 제품들이 음료를 넘어 간식, 전통 식품까지 빠르게 확산되고 있습니다.

칼로리와 당분을 줄인 다양한 제품들이 건강을 중시하는 소비자들에게 큰 관심을 받고 있죠.

이번 에피소드에서는 이러한 ‘제로 열풍’이 한국 사회에서 어떤 의미를 갖는지 살펴봅니다.

잼잼팟에서 확인하세요.

#ZamZamPod #LearnKorean #KoreanPodcast #KoreanCulture #잼잼팟 #한국어팟캐스트 #제로열풍

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[ZamZamPod] EP.10 Korea’s Zero Trend: More Than Just a Diet

In this episode 10 of English on the road, we discuss an article on which countries can claim to be the oldest in the world. I hope this podcast allows you to practice your English listening and comprehension.

The podcast begins with some vocabulary which is important to the topic, then we read the article and answer some discussion questions. 

The article is from a website called engoo which has many free English learning materials. I highly recommend checking this out if you want to study English independently or with a tutor. 

Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day!

English on the Road 

Which Countries can Claim to be the Oldest in the World?

Imagine being asked this question in an interview, do you have our DNA? 

It's so strange that it'll make most people feel ackward since they've never heard of this question, right? 

Take you for example, what would you say to a question like this? Will you lose face and be out of words or..?

I help my students to find the right words and I talk about it in today's recording. Jump into it.

You can read Harvard's article on the DNA's topic here if you'd like to have a further research into this topic: 

https://hbr.org/2008/02/whats-your-companys-dna

Real DNA contains genetic information about how we look and behave, and it also defines what makes us different from each other

On the other hand,  a brands DNA is not an advertising slogan or a statement coined for the purposes of positioning. Since it is the center of all brand-building efforts, it should convey a strategic message! 

If you'll spot it in your research and will communicate about it in your interview heavily - you'll set yourself apart from the competition!

Come of my 1-1 training and we'll dive deep into preparing you for success in a job interview or any spoken English related endevoir!

Job Interview Preparation | Build Strong Communication Under Pressure

Do you have our DNA? Imagine you are asked this question on a job interview?

「におい」は、いい時にも嫌な時にも使います。
「香り」は、いい時にだけ使います。


Natural Nihongo Chat

#3 「におい」と「香り」ってどう違うの？

Ever found yourself puzzled by the difference between 'it's' and 'its'? Join Smith as they unravel this common linguistic conundrum. How can mastering these distinctions elevate your writing and communication? Let's find out. In this engaging conversation, Smith delves into the essence of 'it's' as a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has,' and 'its' as the possessive form. They provide memorable examples and practical scenarios, such as 'The cat licked its paw' and 'It's been a pleasure,' to solidify comprehension. By the end of this discussion, learners will wield 'it's' and 'its' with confidence and precision in their language use, improving their overall communication.

LEARN BY LISTENING

Grammar Practice It's vs Its

Spanish México

EL NOPAL.

LOS TRES PLATILLOS MEXICANOS MÁS CONOCIDOS EN EL MUNDO.

La gastronomía mexicana integra elementos tradicionales y culturales que la hacen amplia, extensa, variada y deliciosa. Ésta es conocida en todo el mundo, sin embargo, hay ciertos platillos que sobresalen y son identificados a nivel mundial como mexicanos.

#1  Los tacos son sumamente conocidos en el mundo entero y se asocian directamente a la cultura mexicana; esto se debe en gran parte a que su elemento principal es la tortilla de maíz, la cual es esencial en la alimentación en México. Los derivados de la tortilla como los chilaquiles o las enchiladas, son también conocidos, pero definitivamente los tacos se llevan las palmas al identificarse como uno de los platillos mexicanos más conocidos en el extranjero.

#2 El pozole, que también se deriva del maíz, específicamente del maíz cacahuazintle, el cual tiene granos más grandes y duros y es ideal para la preparación de este plato.

El pozole puede ser de carne de puerco, de pollo e incluso hay versiones vegetarianas elaboradas con champiñones y flor de calabaza. Se acompaña generalmente de lechuga picada, orégano, rábanos y una buena salsa. En algunas regiones del país también se le acompaña con aguacate o chicharrón.

#3 El mole, que es otro de los platillos más emblemáticos de nuestra gastronomía.

La mezcla de chiles, especias, semillas y frutos dan como resultado esta maravillosa comida que es tan especial. Durante mucho tiempo el mole con pollo y arroz fue considerado el platillo para las celebraciones por excelencia, pues éste se servía principalmente en bodas, bautizos, cumpleaños, etcétera. 



LOS TRES PLATILLOS MEXICANOS MAS CONOCIDOS EN EL MUNDO.

Mental Health at Christmas (with transcript)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12TCCt0ptkYq2LABqQf4UHQtsOssMAKy8/view?usp=drivesdk