In this episode, I talk about watching films and how that can help to improve your English and mention a couple of apps which you can use in this regard...



Kev's English Podcast

 Kev's English Podcast: Episode 15: Watch films to improve your English!

Beshie, marites, push mo 'yan, bet ko 'yan, petmalu, at iba pa. Ano pa ang ibang slang na pwede mong gamitin? Alin sa mga ito ang "gay lingo"?


[FREE] Ito ang ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠libreng transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ para sa'yo.




Comprehensible Tagalog Podcast

#149 - Mga Slang sa Tagalog

E’ rotonda, saporita e conosciuta in tutto il mondo. Già sai di cosa sto parlando? E' la pizza.
 Almeno una volta nella vita devi aver mangiato o preparato una pizza, un piatto che per la sua semplicità è arrivato in tutto il mondo. Per ascoltare un pò di storia e curiosità devi solo cliccare "ascolta". 

Il grillo parlante - podcast italiano 

La pizza 

朋友们你们好！今天的零食是一个小故事，叫做 “在天上”。
在天上，我们经常能看到太阳，云朵。那在这个小故事里面，会不会也有呢？ 我们一起边吃边学吧！

作者：秦志宁

天，蓝蓝的；太阳，红红的。
风来了，云跑啊跑。
跑到太阳前面。太阳不见了。
云哭了，雨来了。
风走了，云走了，雨不见了。
蓝蓝的天开心了。红红的太阳笑了。

读完这个故事后，我心情很好。希望你们也跟我一样！

词语：

太阳 [tài yang] sun
云朵 [yún duǒ] a cloud
前面 [qián miàn] ahead; in front
不见了 [bú jiàn le] to have disappeared; to be missing; nowhere to be found
哭 [kū] to cry; to weep
走 [zǒu] to walk; to go; to run; to move (of vehicle); to visit; to leave; to go away
雨 [yǔ] rain
开心 [kāi xīn] to feel happy; to rejoice; to have a great time
笑 [xiào] laugh; smile
希望 [xī wàng]to wish for; to desire; hope 


解馋小零食

2022年12月26号 - 在天上  (Elementary)

In questo podcast parlo di Medellìn, una delle città più conosciute della Colombia, come è cambiata dopo essere stata al centro delle dispute tra i gruppi armati per poco più di trent'anni, e adesso come si è trasformata in una città allegra, attiva non soltanto a livello economico ma anche culturale; come la gente ha cambiato la loro storia e adesso è una città bella e piena di arte. A livello grammaticale: uso dei tempi dell'indicativo: presente, passato prossimo; condizionale. Vocabolario dei viaggi, luoghi da visitare a Medellìn. 

Vivendo tra due lingue

Medellìn, la città della eterna primavera

As a communication coach, I witness the transformative power of preparation in business communication.  Winging it might work occasionally, but for consistent success, pre-communication planning is your secret weapon.  Here are my top 6  tips to ensure you dominate your next meeting, presentation, or email exchange:

1. Know Your Audience:  This isn't a cliche; it's the foundation.  Research your audience's background, interests, and pain points.  Tailor your language and message to resonate with them.  Imagine explaining your idea to a friend – that level of clarity and connection is what you're aiming for.

2. Define Your Purpose:  What is the single most important takeaway you want your audience to have?  Is it to inform, persuade, or simply update?  Having a clear purpose keeps your message focused and avoids information overload.

3. Craft a Compelling Message:  Less is more.  Eliminate jargon and redundancy.  Structure your message with a clear beginning, middle, and end.  Practice your delivery beforehand, paying attention to pacing, tone, and body language.

4. Anticipate Roadblocks:  Forewarned is forearmed.  Think of potential objections or questions your audience might have.  Prepare clear, concise responses that address these concerns head-on.  This demonstrates confidence and proactive problem-solving.

5. Choose Your Weapon Wisely:  Not all communication channels are created equal.  Consider the purpose and audience when selecting your method.  A complex proposal might be best delivered as a written document, while a team update could thrive on a video call.

6. Embrace Technology:  Utilize presentation tools effectively.  Visuals can significantly enhance understanding and retention of your message.  However, avoid information overload –  keep slides clean and focused on supporting your core points.


The Global Professional Podcast

TOP 6 Best Practices for Business Communication Preparation - EP 26

One of the common goals for people in their 20s, 30s and 40s is to "get on the property ladder."

The idea is that when you buy your first home you're taking your first step on that ladder. In time, you may be able to climb higher by selling your property and buying a bigger or better one.

But taking that first step can be difficult — and scary. So what do you need to know before you go from renting or living with family to becoming a homeowner?

Writing for CNBC, real estate reporter Celia Fernandez shared a number of things she wished she'd done before buying her first home.

One thing she mentioned was making sure she had all the necessary paperwork in one place so she could easily show it to banks or lenders. This is good advice for anyone buying a property — you'll probably need to share things like your payslips, bank records and tax returns several times!

Fernandez also advises people to look for "free money." Your country or region may have grants or other programs to help home buyers. Look out for things like tax breaks for first-time home buyers, or grants for refurbishing older homes.

She also suggests asking for financial help from family members. "My biggest regret is not talking to our loved ones right at the beginning of our search," she said.

Of course, not everyone will have this option. But some parents may want to give money to their children during their lives rather than waiting to pass it on as an inheritance, for example.

Finally, Fernandez says it's important to take into account the costs of closing a sale. That might include taxes, legal fees, inspection fees or fees for a real estate agent — and don't forget that you may also have initial refurbishment costs.

You don't want an expensive surprise just as you get your first home!

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Tips for Preparing for Your First Property Purchase

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dDlsYfsRj4DMpMQtWQ_3Oj8O7VpU5biX/view?usp=drivesdk

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

National Anti Frizz Month (with transcript)

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NyinHs7k3x7HfX_dW6F4V6wdbVQKBFD8jY3bn_jl9Nk/edit?usp=drive_link

One of the weirdest things about British culture is the way we enjoy our visits to cemeteries. Cemeteries, otherwise known as graveyards, are places where you can find British people relaxing with a cup of tea, perhaps, uh, a bottle of Coca-Cola or with a sandwich. It's a little bit strange. Now, I've lived in many countries across the world, and I have to say that only in Britain are we completely detached from the feelings associated with tombs, graves and dead people.
 If you go to a restaurant in the UK, particularly a cafe, you may even find that it was once a church.  There are churches around which close, and then they're sold to restaurant owners, or they become pubs, and you find yourself walking across these tombs without even thinking about it. To avoid any difficulties or problems with this. Some restaurants and pubs will lay carpets on the floor so that you won't actually see the names of those who've died.  Not to worry though, because these people who've died, usually they've died hundreds of years ago. It's not like they died last week. I'm not sure if that makes it worse or makes it better.
