Onam, weddings, temples, cinema, music, condolences and the unwritten rules Malayalis never explain. Every word in Malayalam script, Manglish and English. By Dr. Reshmi R. Nair, from Kerala.

Kerala Culture Decoded | Onam, Weddings, Family and Customs

Learn spoken Malayalam the way people really talk, with Dr. Reshmi R. Nair. Slow, clear audio, everyday sentences and English support for beginners. Every term in script, Manglish and English.

Speak Real Malayalam | Slow • Clear • Natural

Where Malayalam came from, how it split from Tamil, its Sanskrit, Portuguese and Arabic borrowings, its idioms, and the words English has no translation for. By Dr. Reshmi R. Nair, applied linguist.

The Story of Malayalam | History, Words and Linguistics

The seven cases, verb tenses, negation, passive and causative, relative clauses and reported speech, explained without grammar tables. Malayalam script, Manglish and English. By Dr. Reshmi R. Nair.

Malayalam Grammar Made Obvious | Cases, Verbs and Tenses

How to actually get fluent in Malayalam: month-by-month plans, the mistakes learners keep making, the hundred sentences that matter, and drills you can do alone. By Dr. Reshmi R. Nair.

Malayalam Fluency Lab | Study Plans, Mistakes and Practice

Fix your Malayalam accent: the zha sound, retroflex consonants, long and short vowels, and reading the script. Every sound in Malayalam letters, Manglish and English. By Dr. Reshmi R. Nair.

Malayalam Sound Lab | Pronunciation, Script and Accent

American English shadowing exercises are for people interested in expanding their American English accents, whether you are located in the US, North America, or other areas around the world. For the best use of shadowing exercises in American English, listen to a section of audio, pause, and repeat what you hear. Try to use the same pronunciation, intonation, stress, pitch patterns, and linking that you find native English speakers use; record yourself and compare the differences.

Fluent American 

American English Shadowing Practice

Standardized Beauty: Is the Bar Unreachable?
In this episode, we dive into how competitive the beauty landscape really is among women. From high-pressure social media trends to the relentless pursuit of perfection, we discuss the hidden emotional and financial costs of keeping up with modern beauty standards. Tune in as we share personal stories, unpack societal expectations, and question whether these standards empower women or simply set them up for endless competition.

"THE BEAUTY PODCAST."

How competitive the beauty landscape really is among women?

Should I Share My Ice Cream?" is a fun book for kids by Mo Willems. It's about Elephant Gerald who has a big decision: Should he share his yummy ice cream with his friend Piggie? The story follows Gerald as he thinks about what to do. It's full of funny pictures and shows how sharing can make friendships even better. Even if English isn't your first language, you'll enjoy this sweet story!

Story Time for Kids with Teacher Amanda

Episode 2: Should I Share My Ice Cream?

In this episode, we explore how the throat chakra, or Vishuddha, supports language learning and how the act of learning a language can, in turn, heal the throat chakra. By practicing mindful speaking, reading aloud, and breath-focused articulation, learners stimulate the vagus nerve, which calms the parasympathetic nervous system, reduces amygdala hyperactivity, and lowers stress that contributes to GERD and acid reflux. The vibrations produced by the voice resonate in the throat and chest, easing tension and strengthening communication. This practice not only improves language fluency but also fosters emotional release, confidence, and physical healing, proving that your own voice is both a tool of expression and a pathway to wellness.

💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 76 - How to activate the throat chakra for language learning

Enjoy the nineteenth 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, we will be doing something slightly different. Since going forward, the first Monday of every month, we will embark on a thrilling journey that will immerse us in the sights, sounds, and stories of a different country each time. 

In this series, we won't just be tourists, we'll be explorers. We'll connect with a local to learn about the country, its culture, and dispel some of those stereotypes that we may all have. 

But enough from me. It's time to meet someone who knows this destination better than anyone I know. Our guest today is Fatima, she will be our guide as we travel to Iran. 

Let's go! 

Culture To Grow

Episode 19: Let's Travel to Iran!

日本語の先生のTinaです！
今日は、「さくら🌸」についてお話しします。
さくらと いっしょに使う言葉を紹介します！

レッスンの予約もお待ちしています♪
いっしょに、日本語の勉強をがんばりましょ〜！

Tina Japa Go!

Episode 39. さくらの話

みなさんは暑〜〜い夏にどんなものを使いますか？
エアコンですか？扇風機（せんぷうき）ですか？うちわですか？

このラジオでは、わたしのおすすめの夏🌞グッズを紹介します💓