Teacher Joseph's Podcast

British Farmers Protest in London

Part 2 of 6. 

Jack, a pocket-sized blue book with yellow text and white pages, climbed up the library steps, knocked on the modern glass doors and was let in by the security guard. It was an hour before the library opened to the public. 

“Mornin’ Jack,” said the security guard. “I’ve been dying to see you this morning. Could you whip me up a Frappuccino?” 

Jack’s life swirled around coffee. Not only was it his profession, it was his passion and life’s purpose. The library café had been in his family for six generations. Ever since Jack was capable of walking on his two feet, he was working at the café. In due time, Jack had mastered all aspects of coffee making, from grinding and roasting beans to excellent customer service, and everything in between. His father supervised him closely, making sure their state-of-the-art coffee machine was used properly. When Jack was ready, his mother showed him how to create artistic designs using the frothed milk. 

“You’ll have to wait a bit longer,” replied Jack. “I’ve got some extra housekeeping to do this morning. I’ll get it to you at opening time.” 

The island café was placed in the center of the public sitting area. It was surrounded by seven medium-sized tables. Today Jack had to prepare a new shipment of Columbian beans by grinding them and storing them away. After doing that, he mopped around the seating area and wiped the tables. Finally, Jack sliced some cheese for his most popular item, the cheese bread rolls. 

Jack switched on his beloved coffee machine and listened to it hum as it warmed up. With his hand on the steam wand, Jack caught his reflection in the pressure and temperature dials of the machine. Looking back at him was a newly-discovered shiny white hair. 


Being a Cloud

Jack the Coffee Book

Talking about the weather in fall.
Wortschatz
vorbei sein - to be over
kälter - colder (die Kälte - coldness) 
sich freuen über + Akk. - to be pleased about
unangenehm sein - to be unpleasant (das Wetter ist unangenehm)
bewölkt - cloudy   (die Wolke; -en - cloud)
neblig - foggy       (der Nebel - fog)
von den Bäumen fallen - to fall from the trees
nass - wet
verlassen, hat verlassen - to leave
lieber - rather
bunt - colorful
farbig - colored
das Märchen - fairy tale
wechselhaft - changeable
plötzlich - suddenly
vorbereitet sein - to be prepared
die Lieblingsjahreszeit - favorite season
gestrickte Pullis - knitted sweaters
rausgehen, ist rausgegangen - to go out
beruhigend - calming   (sich beruhigen, hat sich beruhigt - to calm down)
entspannend - relaxing (sich entspannen, hat sich entspannt - to relax)
sich erkälten, hat sich erkältet - to catch a cold  (die Erkältung - cold)


Schnurgerade Deutsch

Das Wetter im Herbst

社交牛逼症 (shè jiāo niú bī zhèng) usually is shorted as 社牛 (shè niú): 社交能力非常强的人，像一头在社交场合“横冲直撞”的牛。
(Translation: "Social bull," meaning someone with strong social skills who navigates social situations boldly and confidently.)

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社交牛逼症 (shè jiāo niú bī zhèng)


Imagine the frustration and disappointment of walking out of a job interview, knowing that you could have done better. You reflect on missed opportunities and wonder what you could have done differently. Well, worry no more! This business English episode is here to equip you with the essential insights and strategies to nail your first interview. From meticulous preparation and researching the company to mastering professional appearance and effective communication skills, this speech covers it all. But that's not all; it holds a powerful tip that can make all the difference in leaving a lasting impression on your interviewer. To uncover this valuable secret and enhance your business English proficiency, I invite you to book specialized Business English lessons. Get ready to transform your interview game and seize those career opportunities that come your way.

LEARN BY LISTENING

How to Ace a Job Interview

Petite interview avec Benjamin, un Américain qui a eu l'occasion de séjourner à Lyon.

Aujourd'hui, dans Douce France, on découvre un nouveau quartier lyonnais : Confluence. 


Douce France

Un Américain à Lyon

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.

Grammar Practice It's vs Its

This episode describes the author's home in great detail, highlighting its cosy and welcoming atmosphere. The home is depicted as a warm, comfortable, and peaceful place. Key areas of the house are described, including the corridor, living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.

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My home!

Platiqué con Ahyeong, una profe de coreano aquí en Italki, sobre una película que se llama Parásitos.
¡Que lo disfrutes!

Ahyeong 아영
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