The holidays are a special time of year when friends and family come together to create memories and share delicious food. In this heartwarming episode of The Real English Conversations Podcast, Canadian italki English teachers Curtis and Amy share their personal memories of celebrating Christmas in Canada. Through their stories, you'll gain insights into Canadian culture and holiday traditions, while also improving your English listening skills. So why not tune in and get into the festive spirit? 

And if you're looking to take your English skills to the next level, book a lesson with Curtis on italki today! Just Follow this link https://www.italki.com/teacher/4672521/english

Real English Conversations Podcast

Christmas in Canada : Real English Conversations Podcast On Italki

In this intermediate-level dialogue, practice your listening skills with a phone conversation between two friends. You'll learn key phrases, expand your vocabulary, and discover new verbs to use in everyday situations.

Grammar bits in Ukrainian

 Phone conversation (Intermediate level)

"I am in the right place at the right time, doing the right thing."


A 30-day positive affirmation journey with Rose

Day 1

Listen to this conversation and how the wedding is going to get arranged, who is getting married and who is coming! 

Aprende árabe con Radia 

The wedding day

【程门立雪】讲的是尊师重教的故事。
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程颢hao4

      北宋时福建将东县有个叫杨时的进士，特别喜好钻研学问，到处寻师访友，曾就学于洛阳著名学者程颢门下。程颢去世前，将杨时推荐到其弟程颐门下，在洛阳伊川所建的伊川书院中求学。杨时那时已四十多岁，学问也相当高，但他仍谦虚谨慎，尊师敬友，深得程颐的喜爱，被程颐视为得意门生，得其真传。一天，杨时向程颐请求学问，不巧赶上老师正在屋中打盹儿。杨时静待门口，等老师醒来。一会儿，天飘起鹅毛大雪，直到程颐一觉醒来。程颐深受感动，更加尽心尽力教杨时，杨时不负众望，终于学到了老师的全部学问。之后，杨时回到南方传播程氏理学，且形成独家学派，世称“龟山先生”。后人便用“程门立雪”这个典故，来赞扬求学师门，诚心专志，尊师重道的学子。

Vivi甜讲中国故事

程门立雪

数字歌
一二三 ， 爬上山。
四五六，翻斤斗。
七八九，拍皮球。
十个手指头，就是两只手。

Read Rhymes With Shirley

数字歌

In this episode, I share some life updates and have a casual chat. New episodes coming soon

Merhaba Türkçe 

Turkish Casual Chats – I'm Back 

Hi, and welcome back to All About Cats! In today’s episode, we’ll be diving into everything you need to know about bringing home a new kitten. Whether you already have a cat or you’re thinking of getting one, this episode will guide you through the essentials of kitten care, adoption, and setting up your home for your furry friend. Let’s get started!
How to preparing for a New Kitten Bringing a kitten home is exciting, but preparation is key! Here are some crucial steps to take before your new kitten arrives:
•	Set up a designated space: Choose a quiet room with a litter box, food and water bowls, a cozy bed, and some toys.
•	Kitten-proof your home: Remove toxic plants, small objects, and anything dangerous a curious kitten might chew on or swallow.
•	Find a veterinarian: Schedule an initial checkup to ensure your kitten is healthy and up to date on vaccinations.
•	Gentle handling and socialization: Spend time bonding with your kitten and introduce them slowly to new experiences, people, and sounds.
Adoption vs. Buying a Kitten When deciding whether to adopt or buy a kitten, adoption has many benefits:
•	Saves a life: Many cats in shelters need loving homes.
•	Cost-effective: Adoption fees are often lower than breeder prices and usually include vaccinations.
•	Reduces overpopulation: Adopting helps create space for other homeless animals.
Of course, there are some challenges with adopting strays. They may have health issues, as I experienced with my own kittens, Maggie, Nikko, and Lily. Maggie unfortunately didn’t survive due to a virus, and Nikko has neurological issues, but Lily is thriving. Despite the challenges, adoption is incredibly rewarding!

Thanks, joining me. Until next time, keep your whiskers twitching and your tails high! Bye



All About Cats

Bringing Home A New Kitten

Unlock the secret to learning any language — even if you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unmotivated. In this video, I share the 3 M’s of Language Learning:
👉 Motivation – Discover your true reason for learning a language
👉 Method – Find the strategy that actually works for you
👉 Momentum – Learn how to stay consistent with small, daily wins

Whether you’re learning English,  Spanish, Dutch, Gaelic, or Farsi — this approach works with any language. No more confusion, no more burnout. Just a clear, uplifting way forward