저는 지난 주말에 도쿄에 다녀왔어요.
이번 여행의 목표는 총 세가지였어요.
어떤 목표가 있었는지 들어보세요 :)

I visited Tokyo this weekend.
I had three goals in total during my trip this time.
Check out what those goals were :)

Yejin's Podcast for Korean Learners

What did I do during my 도쿄 여행?

nside a dimly lit cave, a group of people sit huddled around glowing amphoras. These vessels are no ordinary pottery; they're meticulously painted with images of legendary wrestlers, engaged in eternal combat. The flickering light from a small fire casts these images onto the walls, animating the wrestlers in a primitive, captivating dance of shadows.



The cave's inhabitants watch these images, interpreting the epic battles as the ultimate expression of wrestling. They debate the techniques, celebrate the victories, and mourn the defeats, all from the moving images on the amphoras. To them, these representations are the entirety of wrestling—there is no world beyond the wrestlers on the pottery.


Nikostratos, ever the curious and skeptical cat, notices a sliver of light peeking through a crack in the cave wall. The murals and their tales don't satisfy his curiosity. One day, driven by a particularly pungent smell of the outside world—a mix of fresh earth and sweat—he finds a loose stone and wiggles his way through the crack.

Everything Zenified 

Wrestling, skeptical Cats, and Allegory of the Cave

¿Necesito ir a otro país para aprender un idioma? ¿Realmente es necesario o puedo aprender un idioma desde mi casa sin problemas?
En este episodio, vamos a discutir este tema tan polémico en el mundo de aprendizaje de idiomas, hablaremos de los beneficios que tiene ir a un país para aprender un idioma, es necesario o no, hablaremos también si es posible aprender un idioma desde tu casa y compararemos estas dos formas de aprendizaje de idiomas: Aprendizaje en el extranjero VS Aprendizaje en casa.

Si deseas leer la transcripción de este podcast para no perderte ni una sola palabra de lo que decimos, puedes hacerlo yendo a este enlace: https://esdeverdad.com/podcast/idiomas-en-el-extranjero

Es De Verdad

T2 E4 - ¿Necesito viajar a otro país para poder aprender español u otro idioma?

Workplace anxiety is a growing concern for businesses and organizations of all sizes. It refers to the feelings of worry, fear, and unease that employees may experience in their professional environments. This type of anxiety can have significant impacts on an individual's productivity, job performance, and overall well-being, ultimately affecting the success and profitability of the company as a whole.

The manifestations of workplace anxiety can take many forms. Employees may experience physical symptoms such as headaches, muscle tension, and digestive issues. Mentally, they may struggle with decreased concentration, indecisiveness, and feelings of dread about going to work. Behaviorally, workplace anxiety can lead to absenteeism, presenteeism (where employees are physically present but not fully engaged), and even burnout.

At the core, workplace anxiety is driven by a variety of factors, both internal and external to the organization. Internal factors may include high-pressure work environments, unrealistic deadlines, lack of job security, poor communication from management, and interpersonal conflicts with colleagues. External factors can encompass economic uncertainty, industry disruptions, and societal stressors that seep into the workplace.

The business implications of workplace anxiety are far-reaching. Reduced productivity and performance can directly impact the bottom line, as tasks take longer to complete and mistakes become more frequent. Increased healthcare costs associated with stress-related illnesses and higher turnover rates can also weigh heavily on a company's financial resources. Moreover, workplace anxiety can erode employee morale, collaboration, and overall job satisfaction, making it challenging to attract and retain top talent.

The Global Professional Podcast

Workplace Anxiety Explained - Episode 54

The cost of low-budget food in Britain’s supermarkets has risen by up to 50 per cent over the past year, official figures show.

The Office for National Statistics reports that the price of value pasta ranges has jumped by 50 per cent since April last year!

👉 Book a lesson with me today: www.italki.com/teacher/8719362

The Conversation

Cost of living: Supermarket value food prices up as much as 50%

This is the 4th podcast episode of The Polish Course. Learn Polish by listening about topics of the everyday life. This episode is in B2 level about Work.

Find out our additional materials for our podcast on www.thepolishcourse.com and learn effectively. On our website you can find the following additional materials:
– transscriptions
– translation to English
– list of possible uknown words
– various tasks

The Polish Course

#4 Praca (Work) – B2

「5分でわかる日本語」は、日本語を勉強している人のためのPodcastです。
① 5分くらいで日本の文化や日常生活、日本語の文法や単語について簡単に説明します。
② 中級者から上級者まで、特にJLPT N3くらいをがんばっている人に役立ちます。
③ 短い時間で効果的に学べるので、忙しい人にもぴったりです。聞いてみてください♪

“Make Sense of Japanese in 5 Minutes” is a podcast for people learning Japanese.
① Each episode provides a brief and easy-to-understand explanation of Japanese culture, daily life, grammar, and vocabulary in about 5 minutes.
② It is useful for intermediate to advanced learners. Especially helpful for those aiming for JLPT N3 level.
③ Perfect for busy people who want to learn effectively in a short amount of time. Give it a listen!

【台本/Script】
こんにちは。今日は8月7日水曜日です。「5分でわかる日本語」ポッドキャストへようこそ。私は日本語の先生、みわです。今日は、日本の歴史の中でよく出てくる「侍（さむらい）」と「武士（ぶし）」の違いについてお話しします。

みなさんは、侍や武士が好きですか？かっこいいですよね。でも、その違いは知ってますか？実は、私は知りませんでした。今回、このポッドキャストのために調べました。

まず、「武士」について説明します。武士は、武器を持って戦う人のことです。戦うことが仕事で、昔の戦争の時によく働きました。武士は、地方の大きな力を持ってる人達や農民たちが、自分たちの土地を守るために、武器を持って戦ったことから始まりました。743年に「墾田永年私財法（こんでんえいねんしざいほう）」という法律ができて、新しい土地を自分のものにできるようになったので、地方の優れた人達は土地を大きくして、武士になりました。

次に、「侍」についてです。「侍」は、地位が高い人のために働く人のことを指します。「侍」という言葉は、昔の言葉「候ふ（さぶらう）」からきていて、「見て、守る」という意味や「周りを注意して、よく見る」という意味があります。実は、侍は、武士の一種です。侍は武士の中でも特に地位が高い人のために働いた人たちでした。

ここで、武士と侍の違いを整理しましょう。武士は、戦うことが仕事で、武器を持って戦います。侍は、地位が高い人のために働く人たちのことを指します。侍は武士の一種ですが、特に高い地位を持つ人たちでした。

ただ、日本人でも侍と武士の違いを知ってる人はほとんどいません。それは、江戸時代（1603年〜1868年）に起こったことと関係しています。江戸時代になると、戦争が少なくなり、武士のほとんどが地位が高い人のために働くようになりました。そのため、武士と侍の違いがだんだんとなくなり、同じような意味で使われるようになったのです。

ここで、皆さんに問題です。「侍」と「武士」の違いは何ですか？
	1.	侍は地位が高い人のために働き、武士は戦うことを仕事にする人たち全体を指します
	2.	武士は地位が高い人のために働き、侍は戦うことを仕事にする人たち全体を指します
	3.	侍も武士も同じ意味
正解は「1. 侍は地位が高い人のために働き、武士は戦うことを仕事にする人たち全体を指します」です。

今日のポッドキャストはここまでです。「侍」と「武士」の違いについて、楽しんでいただけましたか？これからも日本語の勉強を続けて、いろいろな言葉や表現を覚えてくださいね。質問やリクエストがあれば、コメントやメッセージで教えてください。それでは、また明日もお会いしましょう。またね！



🌸5分でわかる日本語🌸 Japanese Podcast

「さむらい」と「武士」のちがいを学ぼう！

There are many times it’s essential to make a strong first impression, like when you’re networking to get a new job.

In this episode, you'll learn how to make a strong first impression on someone you meet. You'll also hear a story about when I needed to make a strong first impression on someone and how I prepared for that meeting. Finally, you'll get definitions for new idioms at the end of the episode.

Originally published on April 7, 2020.
Get the full transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/ep3-first-impression/.
See infographics for this episode at https://www.pinterest.com/ExpresstoImpress/english-communication-skills/.



Express to Impress

How to Make a Strong First Impression

Presentations: Hints and Tips for Presenting Well.