Dumbo: Storytelling. 
Improve your listening skills by listening to this shortened version of the children's classic, Dumbo.

You will hear me ask a couple of questions to check your comprehension and listening skills, and after a short pause, I will reveal the answer. 

Don't forget to join me for a class soon. 
Have a great day! 



Say Hi English! With Teacher Duran.

Storytelling with questions and answers: DUMBO 

Enjoy the twenty-fifth 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 go on a colorful journey across the world to explore Art, I believe art is a language of emotions, culture, and creativity that knows no bounds. We're joined by guests from Italy, China, Mongolia, and Belarus, each offering a unique perspective on what art looks like in their country.

First stop, Italy!

Culture To Grow

Episode 25: Brushstrokes of Culture A Global Exploration of Art

Enjoy the twenty-fourth 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 uncover the well kept secrets behind seemingly ordinary aspects of daily life including: 

Have you ever wondered which hand should be used to show respect in Mongolia?

Why is buffalo allowed to be eaten, but not cows in Nepal? 

Are Polish people really unfriendly? 

And which country consumes the most meat per capita? 

Episode 24: Behind Closed Doors: Exploring the Secrets of Daily Life Around the World Part 2

Enjoy the twenty-third 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 delve into the world of natural disasters and severe weather. 

As we gather today, Our hearts go out to the people of Morocco who have experienced the devastating impact of a powerful earthquake. This tragic event highlights the unpredictability of our planet and the raw power of mother nature. Now we turn our attention to the forces of nature that can both awe and challenge us by hearing from guests from around the world, including El Salvador, Italy, China, Pakistan, and Malaysia. 

Episode 23: Severe Weather & Natural Disasters Around the World

In this episode, since it is the first Monday of the month, we will embark on a thrilling journey that will immerse us in the sights, sounds and stories of one country. 

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

Meet someone who knows this destination better than anyone I know. Our guest today is Nidia. She will be our guide as we travel to Honduras. 

Let's go! 

Episode 22: Let's Travel to Honduras

Enjoy the twentieth first 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 wishing my sister a HAPPY BIRTHDAY and also learn about  the wonderful ways birthdays are celebrated in different corners of the world. You will also learn about two unique traditions that my family does for each person's birthday.

Some of my guests who will be sharing their own unique cultures with all of you are  from Somalia, China, Vietnam, Sudan, and Japan. 

Somalia - [00:01:38]
China -  [00:02:25]
Vietnam - [00:03:04]
Sudan - [00:03:47]
Japan - [00:04:47]

Episode 21: Birthday Culture Around the World Part 2

Enjoy the TWENTIETH 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 are diving into a topic that might leave you questioning your favorite dishes. I'm talking about those iconic plates that you thought represented a country's cuisine, but actually, they don't exist in that country.

Joining us today, our guests from France, Italy, China, and Mexico, with insights that will reshape the way you think about some familiar favorites 

France - Croissants [0:01:10]
Italy -  Fettuccini Alfredo [0:01:50]
China - Orange Chicken & Fortune Cookies [0:02:28]
Mexico - Fajitas & Tacos [0:03:00]

Episode 20: Exploring American Made Dishes Often Mistaken for International

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! 

Episode 19: Let's Travel to Iran!

Enjoy the eighteenth 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 uncover the well kept secrets behind seemingly ordinary aspects of daily life. 

[0:01:14]  Why "Pasta" is much more than just noodles in Italy? 

[0:02:21]  What does our German friend find odd about Americans communicating through emails?

[0:02:57]  Learn about siestas in the two main regions of Argentina. 