In today's episode we discuss idioms and metaphors of money. We use them to make our language more natural and compare our lives.

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Episode 18 : Idioms and metaphors (Money) 

In una piccola casa di campagna, piena di topolini, arriva un gatto e inizia a mangiarseli. I topolini hanno paura e preferiscono non uscire dalla loro tana. Il gatto, allora, pensa ad uno stratagemma per attirare i topolini fuori dal loro nascondiglio...

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Il gatto e i topi

This short episode is about 월요병.
Have you ever heard about this word?
I'm suffering from one right now 😂

If you need a script or English translation of the podcast, please let me know!

"여러분은 어떻게 월요병을 극복하고 있어요?"

Yejin's Podcast for Korean Learners

What is 월요병?

Nivel B1 B2 C2
Tema: Cuando usar CUANDO + SUBJUNTIVO,

Esta forma ofrece una ventana al futuro incierto,

El subjuntivo en esta forma CUANDO + subjuntivo, nos conecta con algo que no está sucediendo, o que no ha sucedido, no es REAL todavía, pero que lo podemos IMAGINAR,

y permite expresar, en ese momento imaginario futuro, las cosas que pueden o no pasar, lo que deseamos... o lo que vemos como una hipótesis, para ese momento.

En este episodio te explico 4 ejemplos y vas a entender todo si te conectas con ese contexto que acabo de darte,

He preparado la transcripción también, así puedes seguir el audio y el texto, para trabajar tu comprensión de forma integral,

Como siempre, te doy las gracias por estar aquí y te invito a mis clases para activar tu CONVERSACIÓN,

Feliz día,
Rocio.-

Rocío en Español Podcast

24. CUANDO más subjuntivo.. una ventana al futuro incierto.

三菱日联银行经济学家称，美联储不太可能单独扭转看跌趋势。在美联储更新鹰派政策后，美元一直保持强势。但三菱日联银行认为，美联储将在明年2月再次放缓加息步伐至25个基点。美联储的鹰派政策更新在短期内为美元提供更多支撑，但自从10月CPI回落以来，美元的走跌趋势已不大可能单靠美联储来扭转了。
New words：
Fed 美联储 Měiliánchǔ
更新 update Gēngxīn 
走跌趋势bearish tend  Zǒu diē qūshì
趋势 trend；tendency  Qūshì
扭转 reverse  Niǔzhuǎn
鹰派 Hawkish Yīng pài 
鸽派  Dovish Gē pài 
放缓加息步伐  Slow down the pace of rate hikes

财经早咖啡【财经新闻】【Business News】

Fed unlikely on its own to reverse bearish trend for the USD – MUFG ；美联储不太可能自行扭转美元的看跌趋势——三菱日联银行

こんにちは! 今日(きょう)のエピソードは発明(はつめい)についてです。
どんな発明品(はつめいひん)を知(し)っていますか？

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Episode #34 - Invention

Negotiation and Change Management: Navigating the Corporate Seas

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the ability to negotiate and manage change is akin to navigating treacherous seas. Successful captains of industry understand that these skills are not just necessary; they are the rudder that steers the corporate ship through both calm and stormy waters.

The Art of Negotiation

Negotiation is the subtle art of reaching an agreement that benefits all parties involved. It’s a dance of communication, where each step is carefully calculated to achieve a harmonious outcome. For managers, negotiation skills are indispensable. They are the tools that help forge strong stakeholder relationships, drive business objectives, and resolve conflicts that could otherwise fester into costly disputes.

Change Management: The Compass of Progress

Change management, on the other hand, is the compass that guides a company towards progress. It involves preparing, supporting, and helping individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. Leaders who excel in change management not only anticipate the shifts in their industry but also create the strategies that will enable their teams to adapt swiftly and efficiently.

Combining Forces for Success

When negotiation and change management converge, they create a powerful synergy. Negotiation skills allow managers to involve key stakeholders in the change process, increasing buy-in and reducing resistance. Meanwhile, change management provides the framework for implementing the negotiated agreements, ensuring that the change is not just accepted but embraced.


As we sail into the future, the waters of business will only get more challenging. But with robust negotiation and change management skills, managers can not only weather the storms but also harness the winds of change to propel their organizations to new heights. It’s time to set sail and navigate the corporate seas with confidence and skill.


The Global Professional Podcast

Episode 53

Here is a conversation with my student who speaks about her English learning student. Give it a listen!

LEARN BY LISTENING

Conversation with My Chinese Student From China

Disneyland Paris has launched a new light show called Disney Tales of Magic, an immersive 20-minute show that uses drones, synchronized fountains, and high-definition projections.

The show's main feature — ultra-bright lasers — has been used only once before, at the Paris 2024 Olympics at the Eiffel Tower during the opening ceremony featuring a performance by Celine Dion. The lasers, which travel 37 kilometers, deliver extraordinary power while remaining safe near crowds.

"The Paris Olympics used it first. But we saw it first," said Dana Harrel, executive entertainment director at Disneyland Paris.

The show brings Disney and Pixar tales to life with the use of drone-made 3D figures projected onto the night sky, synchronized fountains and a 100-piece orchestra.

The show also reflects Disney's storytelling evolution. Tim Lutkin, artistic director of the production, noted the shift from classic fairy tales to modern narratives like Encanto and Inside Out 2, which explore deeper themes such as anxiety and depression.

The show is just one part of Disneyland Paris' $2 billion expansion plan, part of a $60 billion global investment announced in September 2023, aiming to redefine Disney parks, cruises and attractions over the next decade.

At the heart of the expansion is the transformation of Walt Disney Studios Park, doubling in size and reimagined as Disney Adventure World. Opening in spring 2025, a new park entrance, World Premiere, will greet visitors with the glamor of a Hollywood film premiere, leading them into immersive themed areas.

The expansion includes two eagerly awaited themed lands: The World of Frozen, opening in 2026, and The Lion King land. The Disneyland Hotel has also been revamped, with rooms themed around classic Disney royalty.

"These projects reflect our commitment to innovation and storytelling," said Natacha Rafalski, head of Disneyland Paris, adding that they will further strengthen it as Europe's top tourist destination.

