Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Prison Crisis Update

In this episode, you will learn five simple tips to take your LinkedIn from average to awesome and help you get your dream job.

Get the notes from today's episode at TanniaSuarez.com/blog/linkedin-job.

Business English with Tannia

How to Use LinkedIn to Get a Job

Master Mandarin Daily : Learn Three Sentences a Day!

Learn Three Sentences a Day: DAY4

Spanish México

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO EPISODIO NÚMERO 10.

** This story contains graphic and explicit material it is not recommended for children. For mature audiences only. ** 18+
The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig from Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris Illustrations by Ian Falconer
Read by me Teacher Alyse. Listen and follow along.
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The way the pig is labeled based on his Vietnamese heritage, despite being born in the U.S., mirrors the real-world experiences of many immigrants and their descendants. Even when someone identifies as fully American, they can still be seen as "other" because of their background. The parrot's insistence on framing the pig's identity through an ethnic lens—rather than his actual achievements—reflects how media narratives and public discourse can shape (and sometimes distort) the way individuals are perceived.
This is especially important now, given the ongoing discussions about immigration in the U.S. Many immigrants and first-generation Americans face similar struggles with identity, belonging, and how they're portrayed in society. The story also highlights how insecurities—whether about identity, appearance, or status—can be exacerbated by external judgments.
Themes and Interpretation
•	Identity and Stereotyping: The pig’s frustration highlights how labels—whether about ethnicity or body image—can shape and limit a person’s self-perception.
•	Media Manipulation: The parrot, representing a journalist, distorts facts for a sensationalized story, raising questions about bias and ethics in reporting.
•	Self-Perception and Insecurity: The pig’s struggles with his body image illustrate how external judgments can create deep-seated insecurities.
•	Cultural Commentary: The story subtly critiques societal assumptions about identity and heritage, showing how people (or animals) can be boxed in by others’ perceptions.

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk ( Adult 18+) 

The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig

C'est Byzance ici ! L'origine de l'expression.

Littérature franco latine en quelques minutes seulement !

Les grandes antanaclases de la langue française : #3 Byzance 

ช่วงนี้อากาศเป็นยังไงบ้างคะ How is the weather?

Learn Thai by Kru Jane 

Thai Podcast 2/2025 (อากาศ)

Procrastination: How to Turn Your Biggest Obstacle into a Powerful Learning Strategy
Dear listeners, welcome to another episode of "111 Tips for Learning a Language." I’m delighted to have you join me for Episode 42, where we’re going to tackle a topic that’s both universal and often misunderstood: procrastination. You will learn how to drill into Procrastination by figuring out why you procrastinate and then explore how you can transform procrastination from a frustrating obstacle into a strategic tool that enhances your language learning journey.


111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 42  Drill into procrastination by figuring out why you procrastinate 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/16DR_AEw9kjAfWyse3gajtsu7fTcFqoTO/view?usp=drivesdk