Enjoy the sixteenth 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, I have whipped up something extraordinary for us today as we embark on a culinary adventure around the world hearing stories from Nepal, Poland, South Korea, & Egypt!

Nepal -  Momo  [0:01:26]
Poland - Red Beet Soup & Pierogi [0:02:13]
South Korea - Kimbap [0:02:43]
Egypt - Kushari & Mulukhiya  [0:04:14]

Culture To Grow

Episode 16: Around the World to Discover Delicious Dishes!

Did you know sloths are really slow when it comes to digestion?

Did you know?

Slow sloth

La historia que sucedió después de que un ratón entrara a mi cuarto. 

Español con Valeria

Hay un ratón en mi habitación

1)	що я можу вам запропонувати? - what can i offer you?
2)	звичайний (m), звичайна (f) – (adjective) ordinary, normal 
3)	замість + Genitive – instead of
4)	апельсиновий сік – orange juice
5)	дуже рекомендую – highly recommend
6)	тоді я візьму… - then I’ll take…
7)	вибір - choice
8)	середній стакан – middle cup (стакан literally is a ‘glass’, it can be paper one as in our case, so  basically we say ‘ paper glass’ :)
9)	пити – to drink (infinitive)
10)	мигдальне (на мигдальному молоці) – almond (with almond milk; pay attention to the case. We use Locative here)
11)	звісно - sure
12)	бажаєте щось перекусити? – do you want something to eat? (‘перекусити’ is not considered as a full meal though. It is more like ‘have a snack’).
13)	ми хочемо їсти – we want to eat 
14)	голодний, голодна – hungry
15)	печиво - cookies
16)	ось тут – here (it is)
17)	картка чи готівка? – card or cash?
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Б: Доброго ранку, що я можу вам запропонувати?
К: Доброго ранку, яка у вас є кава?
Б: У нас є еспресо, капучіно, лате, капуоранж і звичайна чорна кава.
К: А що таке «капуоранж»?
Б: Це капучіно, де замість молока — апельсиновий сік. Дуже рекомендую.
К: Непогано. Тоді я візьму капуоранж. 
Б: Гарний вибір. Вам великий чи середній стакан? 
К: Середній, будь ласка.
Б: Добре. А що буде пити ваша дочка?
П: Я її племінниця. І мені не подобається кава.
Б: У нас також є чай, какао і лимонад.
П: Я хочу какао на мигдальному молоці. 
Б: Вибачте, але мигдальне молоко скінчилося. Можу запропонувати бананове.
П: Добре, тоді на банановому молоці.
Б: Звісно. Бажаєте щось перекусити?
К: Ні, дякую, ми не хочемо їсти.
П: А я трохи голодна. У вас є печиво або сендвічі?
Б: Звісно. Ось тут меню.
П: Я буду сендвіч з салямі і чеддером.
Б: Щось ще?
К: Ні, це все, дякую.
Б: Це буде 169 гривень. Картка чи готівка?
К: Картка.
Б: Будь ласка.


Everything is going to be Ukraine!

Episode 3: В кав'ярні

Matías: ¡Hola! ¿Cómo te llamás?
Amelia: Mucho gusto, me llamo Amelia. ¿Y vos?
Matías: Yo soy Matías, un gusto, Amelia.
Amelia: ¿De dónde sos, Matías?
Matías: Soy de Buenos Aires, ¿y vos?
Amelia: Yo soy de Córdoba. ¿Y hace mucho que vivís acá?
Matías: Sí, toda la vida. ¿Y vos recién llegaste o hace rato?
Amelia: Recién llegué, hace un mes nomás.
Matías: ¡Qué bueno! ¿A qué te dedicás?
Amelia: Estudio psicología. ¿Y vos?
Matías: Estudio programación.
Amelia: Qué interesante. ¿Te gusta lo que estudiás?
Matías: Sí, mucho. Me gusta crear cosas nuevas y resolver problemas. ¿Y a vos te gusta la psicología?
Amelia: Sí, me encanta entender cómo piensa la gente.
Matías: Genial. ¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre?
Amelia: Me gusta leer y mirar series. ¿Y a vos?
Matías: A mí me gusta escuchar música y salir con amigos.

Amelia: ¡Qué bueno! ¿Tenés algún lugar favorito en la ciudad?
Matías: Sí, me encanta caminar por los parques. ¿Y vos?
Amelia: Me gusta ir a cafeterías y charlar con amigos.



Español Con Sabor Argento A1 - A2

A1- A2 - Meeting someone - Dialogue

It's important to prepare properly for virtual interviews. These are some tips that you should follow in addition to in person interview strategies:

Test your equipment well in advance. Do test calls with friends and family to check your camera, microphone and internet connection work smoothly. Have a backup plan if issues arise.
Familiarize yourself with the interview platform.
Choose your interview space carefully. Opt for a quiet, well-lit room with a neutral background if possible. Minimize distractions and ensure good lighting on your face.

Make sure to dress professionally. First impressions matter, even virtually.
Wear professional attire as if for an in-person interview.
Avoid flashy jewelry or clothing.

Review the job description and your resume thoroughly to be able to discuss how your qualifications align with what they need. Have examples ready of your skills and accomplishments.
Learn about the company, its culture, and values.
Understand the job role and required skills.

Practice answering common questions out loud. Record yourself and review for ways to speak more clearly and engage the camera more. Work on your speaking voice and body language.
 Nerves show up differently online.
Conduct mock interviews with a communication coach or career counselor. Book a session with me.
Be punctual—log in a few minutes early.

Stay calm and confident.
Be present. Smile, make eye contact with the camera, and listen actively.
Ask if you can take notes during the interview.
 Interviews are a two-way street. Ask questions too to see if the role and company are right for you.

 Follow-Up:

Send a thank you email post-interview.
Reflect on your performance and note areas for improvement.
Schedule a post interview coaching session to discuss further interviews, contract negotiation, and preparing for the role.

The Global Professional Podcast

Preparing for Virtual Job Interviews EP 37

Konnichiwa! Welcome to Slow Japanese! What are your favorite events? Program host Akari has some favorite events. Let's listen to what are they!

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com/podcast/ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

Scripts and key vocabularies of this episode are here:
https://mochifika.com/podcast-script/slow-japanese-episode-8-events/

Slow Japanese

Episode #8 - My favorite events

Today we're talking about a phrase that means that you think work is important and valuable and that it is important to work hard. This is the phrase "work ethic". We can talk about having a good work ethic and also a strong work ethic. I hope you find today's vocabulary useful!

Don't forget that I'm a full time business English coach and tutor right here on iTalki, so if you have a strong work ethic around improving your English then feel free to book some of my time and let's get to work. I look forward to meeting you soon!

DAILY Business English VOCABULARY builder

Do you think work is important?

Talking to yourself isn’t just harmless—it’s scientifically proven to boost cognitive function and language retention. According to research, internal self-talk regulates emotions and improves focus, especially under pressure. Now imagine doing this in your target language—it’s like rewiring your internal operating system to think in new words, sounds, and rhythms.
And here’s something else that’s fascinating—rehearsed monologue, or what we call “self-talk,” activates the same brain regions involved in conversation with others. That means that practicing your thoughts aloud, even in private, preps your brain for real-life social interactions.

When you talk to yourself in a new language, you’re building not just fluency—you’re building trust. Trust in your own voice. Confidence grows when we hear ourselves trying.
And in moments of doubt, this diary becomes your mirror. It shows you how far you’ve come—not just in words, but in courage.


