“I have to get going now, but it was great to meet with you and chat.” 
"I'd love to chat more, but I've got to run to my next thing."
“I really want to talk about this with you, but I’m exhausted.”
"I need to head out, but let's catch up soon."

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How to End a Conversation Politely

En este episodio hablamos acerca de la comida picante en México, ¿Por qué nos gusta el picante? nuestros platillos favoritos, variedades de chile y más.

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Episodio #6. La Comida Mexicana Picante

Today we're talking about a great adjective for when you want to include a lot of details or be very detailed in what you're saying or writing. Today's word is "granular". I hope you find it useful!

If you want to improve your professional communication skills then don't forget that I'm a full time, professional, business English coach and tutor, right here on iTalki. Feel free to book some of my time and I look forward to meeting you. 

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This is the most detailed podcast I've ever recorded!

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The early Jin dynasty refers to the period beginning with Sima Yan's establishment of the Western Jin in 266, followed by the conquest of Eastern Wu in 280, thereby unifying the Three Kingdoms. This ushered in the prosperous era known as the Taikang Reign. Yet the early Jin dynasty also sowed the seeds of division. To consolidate imperial authority, Sima Yan lavishly enfeoffed numerous princes of the same surname, thereby laying the groundwork for the subsequent ‘Rebellion of the Eight Princes’ that would tear at the heart of centralised power.



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晋朝之初

Is George Clooney really French? 🇫🇷 The citizenship controversy explained.

In this episode of authentic French listening, we dive into a hot topic currently dividing public opinion in France: the naturalization of George Clooney and his family in December 2025.

Is this a case of celebrity "fast-tracking" or a well-deserved recognition of his contribution to France? I break down the two opposing sides and analyze the real-world criteria for obtaining French citizenship.

What you will learn in this video:

Key Citizenship Vocabulary: Naturalization, "passe-droits" (special favors), "deux poids, deux mesures" (double standards), and naturalization by decree.

The Real Requirements: Why do you now need a B2 (intermediate) level to become French?

Idiom Spotlight: A deep dive into the expression "Deux poids, deux mesures" with concrete examples to boost your fluency.

"Selective Immigration" & Merit: Historical examples of fast-tracked citizenship, from Josephine Baker to Albert Einstein and Elon Musk.

Why watch this video?
If you are learning French, this episode is perfect for practicing your listening comprehension on a complex societal issue. I speak naturally, without a script, to help you get used to the real pace of native speakers while exploring nuanced views on French law and politics.

💬 Let’s discuss!
Do you agree with "merit-based" naturalization? Do you think speaking the language fluently should be a mandatory requirement for a passport, no matter who the person is? Share your thoughts in French in the comments!

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Déjà Vu French with Chris

He's French now (🇫🇷 Intermediate French Podcast #01)

除夕 chú xī：Chinese New Year's Eve
除去 chú qù：eliminate；remove；work off
除了chú le：besides；except
烦恼 fán nǎo：be worried
迎接 yíng jiē：move towards；meet face to face
希望 xī wàng：hope；wish；expect
发财 fā cái：get rich；make a fortune
如意 rú yì：as one wishes; as one likes it; according to one's wishes
幸福 xìng fú：happiness；well-being
安康 ān kāng：be hearty and robust；enjoy good health]
顺利 shùn lì：smoothly；successfully]
龙腾虎跃 lóng téng hǔ yuè：dragons rising and tigers leaping，a scene of bustling activity.

今天是2024年二月九日星期五，
jīntiān shì 2024 nián 2 yuè 9 rì xīngqī wǔ，

今天就是除夕了，除夕除夕，除去烦恼，迎接希望。
jīntiān jiùshì chúxī le，chúxī chúxī，chúqù fánnǎo ， yíngjiē xīwàng 。

除了祝福，还希望你开心，除了如意，还希望你顺利，
chúle zhùfú ， hái xīwàng nǐ kāixīn ， chúle rúyì ， hái xīwàng nǐ shùnlì ，

除了健康，还希望你平安，除了发财，还希望你好运，
chú le jiànkāng，hái xī wàng nǐ píng ān ， chú le fā cái ， hái xī wàng nǐ hǎo yùn ，

祝你在新的一年，龙腾虎跃，幸福安康！
zhù nǐ zài xīnde yīnián，lóng téng hǔ yuè，xìngfú ānkāng ！

“龙”年中国话（“ lóng ” nián zhōng guó huà）

龙年“除夕[lóng nián chú xī]

In questo episodio potrete ascoltare riflessioni e citazioni al libro "Succede sempre qualcosa di meraviglioso", di Gianluca Gotto.

È un libro che consiglio a chiunque voglia vivere un'avventura emozionante e riflessiva, iniziare a interpretare il mondo e gli avvenimenti quotidiani sotto una chiave diversa, più profonda e più semplice, al tempo stesso. 

Puro Parlare

6. Succede sempre qualcosa di meraviglioso

In this episode, Curtis and Amy discuss their memories of riding their bikes as kids and teenagers, and also, some experiences they've had as adults riding around some of their favorite places in Canada. This conversation is packed with tons of interesting expressions, phrasal verbs, and very descriptive dialogue.

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