Have you ever been heartbroken because of a breakup?

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失恋

In this episode, you will hear the Igbo alphabet. Learn to say them before we meet in class.

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Let's talk about small talk - you all hate it - it's one of the biggest topics that my Italki students ask me for help on.

But don't worry - a few simple tips and techniques and you will soon see that there is nothing to worry about.

It needs practice, of course, but let's listen to a few simple principle and ideas to get you started!

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Small Talk - we all HATE it: Some super simple tips on how to cope!

The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey
Chapter 17 The Escape
Captain Underpants defeats Dr. Diaper with the underwear he is wearing.

Listen and follow along.
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The Adventures of Captain Underpants

Chapter 17 The Escape

You will know of some cultural clashes in Colombia;

 Remember that I teach Spanish on italki, you can book a class for more information you can look at it on my profile :)

Colombia

Choques Culturales en Colombia

Ever found yourself pondering the difference between 'these' and 'those'? Join Smith as they unravel this common linguistic puzzle. How can understanding these distinctions enhance your communication? Let's dive in. In this insightful conversation, Smith delves deeper into the essence of 'these' as denoting objects or individuals in close proximity, and 'those' as referring to things or people at a distance. They provide relatable examples, like 'Are these your keys?' and 'Can you pass me those books?' to solidify comprehension. By the end of this discussion, learners will wield 'these' and 'those' with confidence, enriching their language precision in day-to-day interactions.

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Grammar Practice These vs Those

In today's podcast we're talking about a phrasal verb that we can use to say that we disagree with someone. I hope you find it useful.

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Do you disagree with me?

In many of the world's richer countries, young adults feel they can't afford to start a family. They also see the idea of buying a house as an impossible dream.

So, they're going on holiday instead!

And Elizabeth Currid-Halkett from the University of Southern California told CNN that young people are happy to take on some debt to go on a trip.

That's because it feels like a very small amount of debt compared to the cost of college or a house.

In fact, a May 2024 survey by US money website WalletHub found that two out of five Americans agree: they think it's worth going into debt to be able to have a good vacation.

Some call it "doom spending" — spending money on short-term pleasure, not saving it for something bigger in the future.

People point to the fact that house prices have increased much faster than wages, and so young adults today feel that saving for a home isn't realistic.

They feel the money would be better spent on a nice vacation.

There are also airlines that let customers book a flight but pay for it later, something that may appeal to these younger travelers.

However, experts say doom spending is a risky way to use your money, especially if it becomes a habit.

Money expert Louise Hill told Sky News that spending on short-term pleasure also makes it even harder to save for big things in life like a house or a family.

She said: "By the time you've saved enough for it, think about whether you still really want it."