Easy News📺
I introduce Japanese news in easy Japanese.
Today’s Theme is “ユニークな自動販売機《Unique vending machine》”.
This episode is JLPT-N3 level.

I created a quiz on this episode.
After listening, please take the quiz!

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Words☆
自動販売機（じどうはんばいき / jidōhanbaiki）：vending machine
＊自販機（じはんき / jihanki）："自販機" is a shortened form of "自動販売機".
面倒な（めんどうな / mendōna）：troublesome
化粧品（けしょうひん / keshōhin）：cosmetics
見た目（みため / mitame）：appearance
特徴（とくちょう / tokuchō）：characteristics
おごる（ogoru）：treat someone
＊おごり（ogori）："おごり" is the noun form of the word "おごる".
 ～を かざす（～o kazasu）：place, hold
→カードをカードリーダーにかざす：place the card in front of the reader

☆Grammar☆
・～たところ：when
（※Use this grammar when describing a surprise or new discovery rather than an ordinary account of an event.）

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

☆Quiz for this episode
https://www.italki.com/quiz/set/6880?utm_source=copylink_share&utm_medium=share_content&utm_campaign=share_quiz

Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#30 Easy News / ユニークな自動販売機《Unique vending machine》 // N3 Level /Japanese listening

Today we will introduce Edward Hall's theory related to cultural dimensions, and discuss the first of his three dimensions which is "high vs low context cultures".

More Than English Podcast

HALL'S CULTURAL DIMENSIONS (1/2): High vs Low Context Cultures | More than English Podcast #002

안녕하세요. Hello~
한국어 듣기 수업 시작해요. Let's start with the Korean listening class.
선생님 읽어요. I read it.
잘 들으세요. Please listen well.

I posted the sentences on my blog.
https://blog.naver.com/laramcraft/222767152040
https://youtu.be/oNhdXWCg_DM

The basics are important.
It is also good to check the basics of 한글 Hangeul before this listening class.
1-1. Korean alphabet - Vowels 모음 - What is Hangeul?
https://youtu.be/0YzhJ9p2lcs
2-1. Korean alphabet - Consonants 자음 -What are the consonants 자음?
https://youtu.be/lckgvQ_vreA
3-1. Korean alphabet - Final Consonants 받침 - What are the final consonants 받침?
https://youtu.be/sLlFmG30fNI

This is a class to listen to Korean conversational sentences.
In this voice recording for listening,
After reading many sentences with Korean grammar in Korean conversation sentences,
Check out how much you understand the sentences with a voice recording.
Never look at the sentences when listening to the voice recording.
And listen to the sentence repeatedly until you hear it completely.

You are listening to the Sejong Korean conversation. (세종학당)
There are four books in total. (Korean conversation, 1, 2, 3, 4.)
It consists of 1st and 2nd courses for beginners and 1st and 2nd courses for intermediate.
Each course is conducted in 14 units. (2 grammar - for each unit.)
This listening class you are taking is Korean Conversation 1. (Beginner 1)

Korean Listening Class 한국어 문장 듣기 - Korean teacher, Grace

Updated-Korean Conversation 1. (Beginner 1) - Lesson 9.  - Beginner 1  Part 1 -을 거예요/-ㄹ 거예요(1),  Part 2 -아요/-어요/-여요(2)

Note: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)


Also, all of the experiences are the hosts’ own experiences so please do your own research if you need more information.

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

聊聊失败 Chatting about Failure!

cónɡ qián，yí wèi lǎo nónɡ mín yǒu sān ɡè ér zi。
从前，一位老农民有三个儿子。
tā men suī rán dōu zhǎnɡ dà le，
他们虽然都长大了，
dàn shì ɡè ɡè dōu bù xǐ huān ɡàn huór，
但是个个都不喜欢干活儿，
wú fǎ yǎnɡ huó zì jǐ。
无法养活自己。
dào le chūn tiān，tiān qì biàn nuǎn le。
到了春天，天气变暖了。
yì tiān wǎn shànɡ，lǎo rén bǎ sān ɡè ér zi jiào dào miàn qián，
一天晚上，老人把三个儿子叫到面前，
duì tā men shuō：“hái zi men，wǒ yǐ jīnɡ lǎo le。
对他们说：“孩子们，我已经老了。
nǐ men yǐ hòu zǒnɡ děi zì jǐ yǎnɡ huó zì jǐ ɑ！ 
你们以后总得自己养活自己啊！
wǒ bǎ sān kuài dì fēn ɡěi nǐ men，
我把三块地分给你们，
měi kuài dì li dōu mái zhe jīn zi。
每块地里都埋着金子。
zhè xiē jīn zi shì wǒ sònɡ ɡěi nǐ men de。
这些金子是我送给你们的。
nǐ men zhǐ yào kěn chū lì qì，xià ɡōnɡ fu wā dì，
你们只要肯出力气，下工夫挖地，
jiù yí dìnɡ huì wā dào jīn zi。” 
就一定会挖到金子。”
dì èr tiān tiān ɡānɡ liànɡ，sān ɡè ér zi jiù qù wā dì le。 
第二天天刚亮，三个儿子就去挖地了。
tā men wā le yì tiān yòu yì tiān，
他们挖了一天又一天，
bǎ fù qīn fēn ɡěi tā men de dì quán wā biàn le， 
把父亲分给他们的地全挖遍了，
dōu méi yǒu zhǎo dào jīn zi。
都没有找到金子。
tā men bù sǐ xīn，wā le yì biàn yòu yì biàn， 
他们不死心，挖了一遍又一遍，
hái shì méi yǒu zhǎo dào jīn zi。 
还是没有找到金子。
tā men rèn wéi fù qīn piàn le tā men，
他们认为父亲骗了他们，
zuì hòu zhǐ hǎo zài dì lǐ zhònɡ shànɡ le zhuānɡ jia。
最后只好在地里种上了庄稼。

qiū tiān dào le。 
秋天到了。
zhè yì nián，yīn wèi wā le dì，zhònɡ shànɡ le zhuānɡ jia，
这一年，因为挖了地，种上了庄稼，
zhè sān kuài dì de chǎn liànɡ bǐ wǎnɡ nián ɡāo dé duō。
这三块地的产量比往年高得多。
tā men sān rén dǎ xià de liánɡ shi， 
他们三人打下的粮食，
liǎnɡ nián dōu chī bù wán，yì jiā rén fēi chánɡ ɡāo xìnɡ。
两年都吃不完，一家人非常高兴。
yì tiān wǎn shànɡ，lǎo rén yòu bǎ sān ɡè ér zi jiào dào miàn qián，
一天晚上，老人又把三个儿子叫到面前，
duì tā men shuō：“ jīn nián dǎ xià de liánɡ shi bǐ qù nián duō dé duō，
对他们说：“今年打下的粮食比去年多得多，
zhè shì nǐ men chū lì qì wā dì huàn lái de。
这是你们出力气挖地换来的。
zhǐ yǒu qín láo，cái nénɡ fù qǐ lái。
只有勤劳，才能富起来。
zhè jiù shì wǒ sònɡ ɡěi nǐ men de jīn zi。”
这就是我送给你们的金子。”

CHINESE STORY中文故事

埋在地里的金子

Forget bullet points and dry statistics. Capturing attention and sparking action requires a different approach: storytelling.  Effective communication transforms you from an information provider into a captivating storyteller, weaving a narrative that resonates with your audience.

Why Stories?

Humans are wired for stories. They tap into emotions, create a sense of connection, and make information more memorable.  A well-crafted story in a business presentation can:

Illustrate complex concepts: Imagine explaining a new marketing strategy. By weaving a story about a customer's journey, you make the strategy relatable and engaging.
Highlight challenges and solutions: Business is full of obstacles. Share a story about overcoming a past hurdle, showcasing your problem-solving expertise.
Inspire and motivate: The most powerful stories evoke emotions and ignite action. Use a story of a customer's success to inspire others to do the same.

Identify the Hero: Every story needs a hero. In a business context, the hero could be your customer, your team, or even your company itself.
Define the Obstacle: What challenges does the hero face? This could be a market disruption, a competitor's strategy, or an internal obstacle to overcome.
Showcase the Journey: How does the hero overcome the obstacles? This is where you highlight your product, service, or strategy in action.
Deliver a Satisfying Resolution: What is the positive outcome of the story? Did the hero achieve their goal? Leave your audience with a sense of accomplishment and hope.
Storytelling in Action:

Imagine pitching your innovative new software to potential investors. Instead of a dry presentation full of technical jargon, weave a story about a struggling small business frustrated with outdated software.  Highlight how your product transformed their operations, leading to increased efficiency and growth.  This narrative approach connects on an emotional level, making your pitch more memorable and impactful.



The Global Professional Podcast

Storytelling in Business Communication  EP 28

Ciao a tutti! Un breve episodio sui nomi o sostantivi italiani, come imparare a riconoscerli e come memorizzarli. Buon ascolto e buono studio a tutti!

The Italian Miscellaneous Podcast for beginners

I sostantivi

This short novel tells the story of some farm animals who rebel against their human masters. Orwell uses simple English to appeal to all reading levels and the animals speak in concise, clear sentences: perfect for language learners.

Audiobooks with Pip

Animal Farm by George Orwell: Chapter 1

When you are serious about growth and personal development, you will lose people because if you are not losing people, it is an indication that you are not changing and not growing.
In this podcast, we will talk about the three types of people to avoid and I added something extra for you guys.