In today's episode, I'm talking about the similarities between Sinhala grammar's 'ද' and the Chinese question particle '吗' in Chinese. Tune in to discover how these languages handle questions! 

Sinhala corner 

ද 和吗语气词一样吗？

Hey there! Welcome to Creative Talk Studio — where art and language come to life.
I’m Ann, your host — a visual artist and educator from the Philippines. I’m so excited to have you here for our very first episode!

This podcast is your cozy space to learn English the creative way, discover tips on art and self-expression, and hear real stories from my life as a working artist and teacher.

Whether you're a student, a fellow creative, or just someone curious to learn and grow — you're in the right place!

I’ve spent years painting portraits, teaching English and art online, and now I’m bringing that experience to you through bite-sized lessons and fun conversations.

🎨 Coming up soon:
• How to describe art in simple English
• My go-to art materials
• And creative conversations for curious minds like yours!

So hit that follow button, and let’s begin this journey together. You can also find me on italki as Ann G Villanueva for one-on-one lessons.

Creative Talk Studio

Episode 01 - Introduction to Creative Talk Studio 

Para leer y escuchar 👀👂🏽 en YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ca-sqL8_6cE

El profe Tomi

"Identidad", texto sobre La Plata | Nivel B2 | Para escuchar 👀

안녕하세요, 오랜만이에요!
한국에는 이제 길고 무더웠던 여름을 지나 겨울이 왔어요.
갑자기 날씨가 추워지더니 어제는 첫눈이 내렸어요.
After such a long hot summer, now it's winter in Korea.
The temperature has dropped suddenly and yesterday it has snowed for the first time of this year.

Yejin's Podcast for Korean Learners

Now it's finally 겨울 in Korea with 첫눈!

En este podcast hablo sobre la fiesta del Día de las Brujas, las costumbres de esta celebración en Colombia y como comencé a celebrarla cuando me mudé a Italia. Vocabulario del Día de las Brujas. Tiempo verbal: presente, pasado: pretérito indefinido, imperfecto y perfecto. Uso de perífrasis verbales.

Viviendo entre dos lenguas 

Dulce día de las brujas

¿Has escuchado hablar acerca de los ajolotes? 
En este episodio vamos a aprender datos interesantes sobre estos peculiares animales marinos que viven en México.

Escuchando y aprendiendo 

Los Ajolotes

⭐ Contents: 1/ Le repos et la détente 2/ Le sport et les activités créatives 3/ Les jeux et la musique 4/ Les vacances et le voyage 5/ La télévision et les plateformes 6/ Internet 7/ Les réseaux sociaux

⭐ To go further, visit www.explorefrench.com. On my website, you can become a Premium Member and gain full access to all transcripts, games and language activities for both of my podcast channels "Learn French with Anthony" and "Explore France with Anthony". On my website, you'll also gain full access to my French online courses, "Skills Trainer" modules to enhance your proficiency in French, "Word Builder" modules to expand your French vocabulary, and audiobooks specially designed for learners of French. 

⭐ In this A1-level episode, we'll talk about leisure, the hobbies and activities French people enjoy, and how they use the Internet and social media. We'll review how to use and conjugate the verbs faire, aller, and jouer, how to ask questions like "why?" and "what for?", and how to answer those questoins with "because" and "to/in order to." And you'll also learn useful vocabulary and phrases to talk about hobbies, sports, games, the Internet, and social media—among many other things.

⭐ In the first part of this podcast, I will speak only in French, and in the second part, I will translate and explain everything in English.

Learn French with Anthony

A1#10 Loisirs, détente et Internet

Workload overwhelm is a state of chronic stress experienced when an individual is assigned a volume of tasks exceeding their capacity to complete them within a reasonable timeframe. This condition is often characterized by a sense of being perpetually behind, difficulty prioritizing, and a decline in overall performance. Workload overwhelm can manifest in various forms, including excessive project loads, unrealistic deadlines, and insufficient resources. It is a prevalent issue in contemporary organizations, often stemming from poor resource allocation, ineffective project management, or unrealistic expectations. The consequences of workload overwhelm can be detrimental to both individuals and organizations, leading to burnout, decreased job satisfaction, reduced productivity, and increased turnover. Effective management strategies are essential to mitigate the negative impacts of workload overwhelm and foster a healthy work environment.

Key factors contributing to workload overwhelm include:

Inefficient task allocation: Unbalanced distribution of tasks among team members.

Poor time management: Ineffective prioritization and time allocation.

Lack of resources: Insufficient personnel, budget, or technology to support workload.

Unrealistic expectations: Demanding excessive output without considering capacity.

Organizational culture: Emphasis on overwork and presenteeism.

Addressing workload overwhelm requires a multifaceted approach involving individuals, teams, and organizations. Implementing time management techniques, effective communication, and clear expectations are essential steps. Organizations should prioritize workload management through proper resource allocation, realistic goal setting, and a focus on work-life balance. By recognizing the signs of workload overwhelm and taking proactive measures, individuals and organizations can mitigate its negative consequences and create a more sustainable work environment.