Similarites between English and Russian (fun facts)

Russian vs English facts and much more

Breve dialogo donde una persona cumple años y hablan sobre ello.

Diálogos Guiados en Español (Guided Dialogues - Spanish Practice)

Cumpleaños (A1)

Words that people like to discuss on the Internet and are really a problem for native speakers, but hardly for you. Find out why here. 💡

All about Russian language 🌟

Надеть. Одеть 

In last week’s Chillchat, Karen and Baiwei discussed different aspects of owning a pet. In today’s episode, we are diving into a more serious aspect of the pet industry which is ‘Animal Protection’. Animal rights and protection has been a heated issue that is attracting more and more attention in China. Let’s have a listen!

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)

Let’s Talk About The Animal Protection Issue in China

Nell'episodio di oggi vi annuncio la creazione del gruppo The Italian Miscellaneous Community.
L'accesso alla community non ha nessun costo ed è pensato per coloro che vogliono praticare il loro italiano scritto condividendo messaggi con gli altri apprendenti e con il sottoscritto in persona. Se desideraste entrare a farne parte contattatemi con un messaggio privato qui su Italki. Buono studio a tutti e buona giornata!

The Italian Miscellaneous Podcast🖐 

The Italian Miscellaneous Community

Dans ce deuxième épisode, on va discuter des pommes, ce fameux fruit que tout le monde consomme 🍎 et typique de la Normandie!

Donc voilà, le podcast

Épisode 2 - Les pommes et la Normandie

** This story contains graphic and explicit material it is not recommended for children. For mature audiences only. ** 18+
The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig from Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris Illustrations by Ian Falconer
Read by me Teacher Alyse. Listen and follow along.
Send me a message me for your free pdf copy of this book.

The way the pig is labeled based on his Vietnamese heritage, despite being born in the U.S., mirrors the real-world experiences of many immigrants and their descendants. Even when someone identifies as fully American, they can still be seen as "other" because of their background. The parrot's insistence on framing the pig's identity through an ethnic lens—rather than his actual achievements—reflects how media narratives and public discourse can shape (and sometimes distort) the way individuals are perceived.
This is especially important now, given the ongoing discussions about immigration in the U.S. Many immigrants and first-generation Americans face similar struggles with identity, belonging, and how they're portrayed in society. The story also highlights how insecurities—whether about identity, appearance, or status—can be exacerbated by external judgments.
Themes and Interpretation
•	Identity and Stereotyping: The pig’s frustration highlights how labels—whether about ethnicity or body image—can shape and limit a person’s self-perception.
•	Media Manipulation: The parrot, representing a journalist, distorts facts for a sensationalized story, raising questions about bias and ethics in reporting.
•	Self-Perception and Insecurity: The pig’s struggles with his body image illustrate how external judgments can create deep-seated insecurities.
•	Cultural Commentary: The story subtly critiques societal assumptions about identity and heritage, showing how people (or animals) can be boxed in by others’ perceptions.

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk and other stories from David Sedaris ( Adult 18+) 

The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig

En este episodio aprenderás el significado de la palabra coloquial "enrollarse" y la expresión "ir la grano" en español. 
🚀¡Consigue fluidez y confianza hablando español! 🎯Reserva una clase conmigo y te acompañaré en el proceso. 📩 Apúntate a mi boletín de noticias para aprender una palabra coloquial al día: https://acortar.link/d8H9at
