Listen to me reading a short news article as part of my Conversational English course.

Listen to English with Pip

News article: would it be wrong to eradicate mosquitoes? 

Siempre escucho que España tiene muchos días festivos, por eso en este podcast he investigado y os cuento los festivos que tenemos en España, qué celebran o conmemoran y también os hablo de los puentes, esa maravillosa manera de unir un fin de semana con un festivo.
¿Qué piensas tenemos muchos festivos en España? ¿Cuántos hay en tu país? ¿Y qué se celebra en cada uno?



Blanca to go 

40 – Los festivos en España.

Imagine this situation: you are talking about a date you had last week with your Chinese friends and you want to describe your date’s appearance a bit. How do you do that? Tā hěn piàoliang/tā hěn shuài? What else can you say? ‘Damn it I wish I knew more ways to do that…’ Before you get frustrated in your imaginary scene, take a deep breath and press the ‘play’ button of this episode. We have you covered. Let’s go. :)

Note: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)

Also, all of the experiences are the hosts’ own experiences so please do your own research if you need more information.



Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Describing Appearances in Chinese (In a Nice Way)!


Effective virtual communication is the successful transmission and understanding of information through electronic channels in a business setting. It involves clear, concise messaging tailored to the chosen platform (email, video conferencing, etc.)  While lacking physical presence, it leverages strong writing, active listening, and professional online etiquette to build rapport and achieve goals.  This can be achieved through techniques like setting agendas, using visual aids, and employing clear nonverbal cues when on camera. By understanding these methods, professionals can bridge geographical distances and foster collaboration within the virtual landscape.

However, effective virtual communication goes beyond just technical proficiency. It requires a keen understanding of audience needs and the ability to adapt communication styles accordingly.  For instance, complex topics might necessitate a shift from email to video conferencing for real-time clarification.  Empathy also plays a crucial role, as virtual interactions can sometimes feel less personal.  Utilizing techniques like virtual icebreakers and acknowledging colleagues' contributions can help create a more positive and inclusive environment.

Effective virtual communication is an ongoing process that requires continuous development.  By embracing new technologies, seeking feedback, and refining communication strategies, professionals can become masters of the virtual landscape, fostering stronger relationships and achieving success in today's increasingly digital business world. 

The Global Professional Podcast

Effective Virtual Communication EP 34

İstanbul serimizin her bölümünde İstanbul'un tarihi, kültürü, insanı hakkında ilginç bilgilerle sizlerle olacağız. 

Entelektüel Türkçe

İSTANBUL (Giriş)

We are talking about grammalot, what it is and how to use it in your daily language learning or any learning for that matter. 
- Funnel 
Links: 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grammelot

Thank you for listening! 


Like a Chameleon

Grammalot

What makes someone good at their job? Skill is one thing, but there's more. 

In this episode, Nick helps you with this question that might come up in the IELTS test. 

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

What are the most important qualities for success in a job?

In this podcast, we talk about why we use food delivery services as well as the effects that it has on people. Throughout the video, the following words are used:
Convenient, uptick, treat, dystopian, counterpart, disincentive, curtail, taxing, slippery slope, premises, toxic, bias

 Fluency Mastery 101 Podcast

Fluency Mastery 101 Podcast Lesson 1: Food Delivery Services

Learning English Question and Answer Event