Have you ever wondered how people in North America predict the future? In this intriguing episode of The Real English Conversations Podcast, Canadian italki English teachers Amy and Curtis delve into the strange and surprising ways that people have tried to predict the future throughout history. From horoscopes to animal poop readings, they explore a wide range of methods that will leave you amazed and entertained. By listening to this episode, you'll not only improve your English listening skills but also gain a deeper understanding of North American culture and traditions. 

And if you're looking to take your English skills even further, why not book a lesson with Curtis on italki today? Follow this link to book your lesson now: https://www.italki.com/teacher/4672521/english

Real English Conversations Podcast

Predicting the Future: Strange and Surprising Methods Real English Conversations Podcast On Italki

In this week's episode we're going to discuss the expression "under the weather"; what it means and how to use it the right way.

Wyn's Way to English

Wyn's Way to English - "Under the weather"

Des histoires, des voyages et des réflexions racontés en français naturel. 

Dans cet épisode, je vous emmène en Islande pour parler de paysages, de solitude, de culture et de ce que ce pays m’a fait ressentir.🇮🇸

Un podcast pour améliorer votre français tout en découvrant des sujets qui donnent vraiment envie d’écouter.🌞

Le français à voix haute - histoires, voyages et curiosités

L'Islande : le pays qui ne ressemble à aucun autre 🇮🇸

首先，我们要学几个常用的词。左拐，右拐，调头，直走，过路口，停车。
First, let’s learn several words you will use.

Turn left – 左拐（zuǒ guǎi）,
Turn right – 右拐(yòu guǎi )，
U turn – 调头  (diào tóu)，
Go straight – 直走（zhí zǒu）, 
Cross the road – 过马路（guò mǎ lù）,
Stop the car - 停车（tíng chē）。

那么现在，标题的句子对你来说就已经不是很难了。“左拐，前面停车（zuǒ guǎi，qián miantíng chē）”“左拐”的意思是“Turn left”，“左”- Left，“拐”-to turn. “前面”的意思是“front”.”停车”的“停”-stop，车 – car. 所以合在一起，就是“左拐，前面停车（zuǒ guǎi，qián miantíng chē）”
And now, I think the sentence in the title is not too difficult for you. “左拐，前面停车（zuǒ guǎi，qián mian tíng chē）”- Turn left, then stop in the front.“左拐” means “Turn left”， “左” is Left， “拐” means to turn. “前面” means“front”.”停车”’s“停” is stop，车 means car. So put them together and it should be“左拐，前面停车（zuǒ guǎi，qián miantíng chē）”

Crystal Gao's Chinese Language Journey

4. 左拐，前面停车／Turn left, then stop in the front. 

Enjoy the twelfth episode of Culture To Grow, which allows you to travel the world from the comfort of your home, your car, or if you are still half asleep in your bed.

In this episode, you will hear from listeners about animals and the connections they have with cultures around the world! Animals have long been symbols of different countries, cultures, and regions and have been a source of inspiration for many cultures and traditions. 

Australia - Kangaroo 
China - Panda
Italy- Wolf
Malaysia - Malayan Tiger
Nepal - Cow  
Pakistan - Markhor
Puerto Rico - Coqui
USA - Bald Eagle
Bonus: My dad's passion of animals

Culture To Grow

Episode 12: Animals Symbolism - What Do Different Animals Represent

课文五       《影子》
影子在前，
影子在后，
影子常常跟着我，
就像一条小黑狗。
影子在左，
影子在右，
影子常常陪着我，
它是我的好朋友。
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【生字new words】

 影子  yǐng zi   shadow; reflection  前 qián   front  后  hòu  behind;    左zuǒ  left  右 yòu   the right   常常 chángcháng  usually  跟着gēn zhe   to follow
 黑狗  hēi gǒu  black dog   它  tā   it    朋友 péng yǒu   friend


Iris读课本—— Original Chinese Textbook Reading（first to third grade）

课文五：影子  shadow

A South Korean musical about a teenage girl who meets a mysterious magician.

Vocabulary:
burden: something heavy you carry, whether physical or figurative
creditor: someone you owe money to
magician: a person who does magic tricks
wind-up toy: a toy that uses a clockwork motor to move
rat race: constantly competing to get ahead
distraction: something that moves your attention elsewhere

Learn English with Stories

Movie Series: The Sound of Magic

Are you keeping going back and forth in your IELTS speaking?

Have you found yourself saying the same thing over and over again when you answer various part 1, 2, or 3 questions of the IELTS??

Students are too eager to try to be perfect, and with this perfectionism, they get stuck on being dissatisfied with what they are saying (almost always!). Have you had that?

In this podcast, I go over one element that can make a huge difference in your performance if corrected. 

You may feel enlightened just by noticing it and becoming aware of it, and once corrected, the rewards might surprise you.

Jump into the recording, improve yourself there, and check my availability if you are preparing for any kind of interview or English-speaking engagement ahead of you.

I've helped thousands of people succeed in the spoken English arena; I can do the same for you.

IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

Are you keeping going back and forth in your IELTS speaking?

Además de la colorida decoración en luces y adornos de papel maché con figuras y acabados referentes a las fiestas patrias (preferentemente en verde, blanco y rojo) también están los afiches con imágenes o dibujos de los personajes de la Independencia de México y no faltan quienes se personifican como los héroes de la nación. 

Además, es durante las fiestas del 15 de septiembre que la comida mexicana se luce por completo, pues deliciosos platillos tradicionales como el pozole se unen con las bebidas espirituosas de México, como el tequila, el pulque y el mezcal.

Durante el siglo XIX se dieron muchas modificaciones en los festejos del 15 de septiembre, con una marcada diferencia entre las celebraciones civiles y las oficiales; pues estas últimas (de carácter militar o religioso) se llevaban a cabo el 16.

Durante la noche del 15 de septiembre a las 23 horas, el presidente de México, emulando al cura Miguel Hidalgo, sale al balcón del Palacio Nacional y da el grito de Independencia. El público, así como el pueblo de Dolores que escuchó al padre de la nación, corea los vítores del mandatario en turno; como muestra de orgullo y patriotismo.

Cada estado/comunidad da su grito de Independencia y suceden al mismo tiempo. No hay un protocolo establecido en cuanto al discurso, pues cada ejecutivo puede modificarlo. Por lo general, la conmemoración del 15 de septiembre se aprovecha para transmitir las intenciones del gobierno en turno al pueblo de México.

