🐘 There’s a huge problem everyone can see… but nobody wants to talk about it.

In this episode, learn the expression “the elephant in the room” and discover how native speakers use it when avoiding awkward or uncomfortable topics.

A big expression for big situations! 🎙️😄

English with Navid

The Elephant in the Room

Привіт! Мене звати Дарія, і я дуже рада, що ви слухаєте цей подкаст.

Якщо ви вже розумієте українську на рівні B1 або B2, цей подкаст допоможе вам покращити сприйняття мови на слух, розширити словниковий запас і більше дізнатися про Україну.

Сьогодні поговоримо про те, чому люди з різних країн вирішують вивчати українську мову.

Ще десять років тому українську вивчали переважно люди, які мали українське коріння або планували переїхати до України. Сьогодні ситуація змінилася. Багато людей почали цікавитися українською культурою, історією, музикою та літературою.

Для когось українська — це можливість краще зрозуміти своїх друзів або родичів. Для інших — спосіб подорожувати Україною та спілкуватися з місцевими жителями без перекладача.

Звичайно, українська мова має свої труднощі. Відмінки, дієслова руху, наголос — усе це може здаватися складним. Але хороша новина полягає в тому, що регулярна практика приносить результат.

Навіть якщо ви слухатимете українську лише п'ятнадцять хвилин щодня, уже через кілька місяців помітите, що починаєте розуміти набагато більше.

Не бійтеся, якщо не знаєте кожного слова. Це абсолютно нормально. Намагайтеся зрозуміти загальний зміст, звертайте увагу на знайомі слова, а потім прослухайте епізод ще раз.

Саме так формується природне розуміння мови.

Дякую, що були сьогодні зі мною.

До зустрічі в наступному епізоді!

Ukrainian language with Daria

Ukrainian Podcast | B1+ | Episode 1: Why Learn Ukrainian?

El mundo cambia y estos cambios traen consigo conceptos, o cosas que necesitan nuevas palabras para describirlos. Muchas veces creamos palabras totalmente nuevas, y otras creamos palabras fusionando dos palabras que ya existen.

 En el episodio de hoy te hablo de unas palabras bastante recientes que han nacido para adaptarse y describir cosas de los nuevos tiempos.

Espero que disfrutes del episodio y aprendas algo nuevo. Después de escucharlo no te olvides de decirme:
-si habías escuchado estas palabras antes

-si conoces otras palabras que han nacido como consecuencia de algo nuevo

-y si en tu idioma también habéis desarrollado nuevas palabras.


Blanca to go 

59 – Conceptos nuevos en español.

An urban design firm is hoping to create the "world's greenest highway" by covering a major road in Dubai with gardens, trees, walkways and solar panels.

The proposed 64-kilometer-long road, called the "Dubai Green Spine," would see the Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road, one of Dubai's main highways, enhanced with over 1 million trees and enough solar panels to power 130,000 homes.

Dubai-based design firm URB says its road concept would help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 1 million metric tons per year, and help the city manage the needs of a population that's expected to grow from over 3 million today to nearly 8 million by 2040.

URB's design aims to reduce city heat and improve air quality while offering a safe, attractive and accessible route for commuting and leisure. Green spaces would be combined with walking and cycling paths, and electric tram lines would have solar panels built directly into the tracks.

Bus shelters and elevators would have rooftop solar panels, while garden-covered paths over the highway would make a walk from one side to the other easy and enjoyable.

URB CEO Baharash Bagherian says the concept is about "proving that our streets can do more than facilitate car traffic; they can significantly enhance quality of life."

He says the design takes a "human-centric approach" that prioritizes people and green spaces over cars.

However, it takes a lot of water to grow plants in Dubai. CNN notes that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) already consumes around 550 liters of water per person every day, compared to an average of 310 liters in the US and 144 liters in the European Union.

And most of the UAE's water isn't used for drinking — it's just needed to keep parts of the desert country green.

With this in mind, URB's design includes drought-resistant plants and special soil that helps retain water.

URB has also proposed designs for a 93-kilometer indoor cycling and walking "highway" called 

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Dubai Firm Hopes to Make 'World's Greenest Highway'

Two is sometimes better than one, especially if you are your own worst enemy when it comes to learning English. Find out why and how a study buddy can help you learn English better.

Transcript here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-0MSwvOpyrBo2IJm6RDADq3xkxhKdyan/view?usp=sharing

Schedule a class with me here: https://teach.italki.com/teacher/12103910

Lisa's Podcast

Study Buddy and Accountability

New York is 3 hours ahead of California,
but it does not make California slow.
Someone graduated at the age of 22,
but waited 5 years before securing a good job!
Someone became a CEO at 25, 
and died at 50.
While another became a CEO at 50,
and lived to 90 years.
Someone is still single,
while someone else got married.
Obama retires at 55,
& Trump starts at 70.
Absolutely everyone in this world works based on their Time Zone.
People around you might seem to go ahead of you,
some might seem to be behind you.
But everyone is running their own RACE, in their own TIME
Don’t envy them or mock them.
They are in their TIME ZONE, and you are in yours!
Life is about waiting for the right moment to act.
So, RELAX.
You’re not LATE.
You’re not EARLY.
You are very much ON TIME.

这首诗是我五年前在网上偶然发现的，直至现在仍然备受鼓舞。我是个土生土长的中国人，我的父母也是非常按部就班的中国人，在他们看来我这个年龄就应该结婚生子，而我更享受自由。
最近法国的气温慢慢升高了，鸟语花香，每个人笑容洋溢，希望这个世界能够恢复疫情前的样子，祝福大家笑口常开！



Le Franglish

one of my favorite poetry.

I will talk about “The early bird catches the worm”.
This episode is N3 level.

I created this episode quiz.
Please listen and then try the quiz!

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Script for this episode
The scripts (URL) are listed in the overview section of the channel.

Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#4 早起（はやお）きは三文（さんもん）の徳（とく） // N3 Level

Lesson 1: Build a Study Habit as Solid as the Titanic’s Hull
The Titanic’s hull was state-of-the-art, yet it wasn’t indestructible. Similarly, your study habits need to be strong, but they don’t have to be perfect. Start small—just like the shipbuilders who started with a blueprint. Dedicate 10–15 minutes daily to learning your language. Research shows that consistent practice, even in small increments, leads to long-term success.
Your daily routine is your hull. If it’s solid, you’ll keep floating, even when you hit minor obstacles.
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Lesson 2: Spot the Icebergs Before They Hit
The Titanic didn’t see the iceberg until it was too late. When it comes to studying, your "icebergs" are distractions, unrealistic expectations, and burnout. Be mindful of these obstacles before they derail you. Set realistic goals, like learning five new words a day instead of fifty.
Think of distractions like incoming icebergs on the horizon—acknowledge them, steer clear, and keep your focus steady.
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Lesson 3: Lifeboats Are Non-Negotiable
The Titanic’s lack of lifeboats was its greatest tragedy. In language learning, lifeboats represent backup plans for when life gets overwhelming. Too tired to study grammar? Watch a short video in your target language instead. Feeling stuck on vocabulary? Try a language game instead of a workbook.
Lifeboats are your Plan B—your way to keep moving forward even when your primary routine is disrupted.
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💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 57 - Lessons to be learnt from a sinking ship - the Titanic 

Welcome to the very first episode of Spanish World with Maria! In this inaugural episode, Maria introduces this new space created specifically for language learners who want to improve their Spanish through engaging, real-world topics. Discover what to expect from upcoming episodes as we explore everything from history, literature, and society to cultural exchanges across Spanish-speaking countries.

Tune in to start boosting your listening comprehension, expanding your vocabulary, and connecting with the Spanish language in a more natural way.

Episode Highlights:

· Welcome & Vision: What Spanish World with Maria is all about and how it helps your language journey.

· Cultural Focus: An introduction to topics we will cover, including history, literature, and daily life.

· Immersion Practice: How listening to authentic content builds real speaking confidence.

Are you ready to dive into the Spanish-speaking world? 

✨ Reserva una clase de prueba conmigo en mi perfil para practicar 😊
