Whales are some of the most amazing animals that have ever existed. From where they come from to how they live their lives, through to the threats that they have faced and how they bring new life in death, it's time to learn more about the amazing life these animals lead.

English Learning for Curious Minds

The Amazing Life of Whales

La vida está llena de desafíos. ¿te animas tomarlos?

Español Bipolar

Acepta el desafío

Every culture has its own unique tendencies when it comes to pronouncing certain sounds in other languages. For example, where I was born, many people find it tricky to pronounce sounds like 'f' and 'p.' Even simple English words like 𝙛𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘 can feel like torture.

For this episode, I’d like to focus on my Japanese friends. I know there are certain English sounds that can require extra effort to pronounce. My hope is that today’s episode will give you some helpful insights and tips to make those tricky sounds easier to master.

𝟭.	𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 >< 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗚
🪄 His heart sank when he heard her sing.
🪄 He thanked her for the song she had sung.

𝟮.	𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗞 >< 𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗞
🪄 Watch out, boy! I think your toy will sink in the water.
🪄 When the ship was sinking, he began thinking, "Is this my last day on earth?"

𝟯.	𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 >< 𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗘
🪄 How dare you enter my room when I'm not there!
🪄 It's very dark over there. Do you dare to go there?

𝟰.	𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 >< 𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬
🪄 These blueberries are very sweet.
🪄 Actually, I like all kinds of berries very much.

𝟱.	𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 >< 𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧
🪄 When it's right, the light turns green. When it's wrong, the light turns red.
🪄 Do you know what led the light on the right to turn red?

Don’t let tricky sounds stop you—practice makes progress! Book an English class with me and start improving today.✨

Midori no Heya

Tricky Pronunciation for Japanese Speakers of English

Netflix now has 10 million subscribers in Japan, according to the streaming company.

It got to that number during the first half of 2024, so it may be even higher by now — and it's double the number of subscribers Netflix had in the country four years ago.

It's believed that new Japanese shows on the platform — including Tokyo Swindlers, The Queen of Villains and The Boyfriend — have helped the streaming service get more subscribers.

"Japan in particular is a country which wants to see a lot of its own content so we strongly feel the need to produce it," said Kaata Sakamoto, Netflix's vice president of content for Japan.

He added that the company wants to produce more content that will be popular with people in Japan, including more sports and comedy shows.

Subscribers around the world have also been enjoying Japanese content on the platform. It's the third-most-watched non-English-language content on Netflix, after Korean and Spanish. And Japanese anime shows and movies have been watched more than 1 billion times on Netflix in the last year.

Sakamoto said there are plans to make more anime for the platform, but he wants to find "stories that have never been told before."

Netflix first came to Japan in 2015. In 2023, it was the most popular streaming service in the country, with about 22% of the market share.

Around the world, Netflix has more than 280 million subscribers.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Netflix Reaches 10 Million Subscribers in Japan

The story text plz check it on my YouTube channel

Learning Chinese by reading picture book

Learning Chinese  by reading picture book

In this episode, I'll read a short story by Claudia Piñeiro, Argentinian scriptwriter and novelist. Relax and enjoy!

Your Spanish Journey

Extensive reading: Short stories to enjoy.

A story about. some office workers They have an invention that is. groundbreaking. that could revolutionize their approach to business

English My Way

Hardworking

"Communication is king, but cultural context is its queen." -  This emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural nuances to unlock effective communication across borders.

"Listen twice, speak once, and bridge the global gap." -  Highlights the value of active listening in building cross-cultural bridges.

"Your world may end at your doorstep, but a global mindset opens doors worldwide." -  Positions a global mindset as a key to unlocking opportunities in the international arena.

"Don't assume, understand. Embrace differences, build bridges with communication." -  Encourages curiosity and empathy in cross-cultural interactions.

"Global success hinges on clear communication, not just clear words." -  Reminds us that effective communication goes beyond language barriers.

"Think globally, smile locally. A global mindset with a touch of cultural warmth goes a long way." - Encourages adaptability and cultural sensitivity in communication.

"The world is your oyster, but you need the right tool to pry it open. A global mindset is your key." -  Positions a global mindset as an essential tool for navigating the international marketplace.

"Break down the silos, break down the borders. A global mindset unlocks collaboration across the world." -  Highlights the importance of a global mindset in fostering international collaboration.

"Don't be afraid of the unfamiliar. Embrace cultural differences, communication is your translator." -  Encourages a mindset of openness and utilizing communication as a bridge across cultures.

"Global success whispers, not shouts. A global mindset lets you hear the opportunities in every language." -   Reminds us that success in the global arena requires attentiveness and cultural sensitivity.

The Global Professional Podcast

Quotes for a Global Mindset - EP 23

Resources for Speaking Better (with transcript)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1G2UjqNj82C2Qc6q9pcg7lqfqKRtNejz1/view?usp=drivesdk