it's all Greek to me!

Verb to have (future tense) 

Konnichiwa! Welcome to Slow Japanese! If you go on trips, where do you want to go?

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-11-i-want-to-go/

Slow Japanese

Episode #11 - Places which I want to visit

Read the podcast here >> https://drive.google.com/file/d/125lhUN6EHTZSyaGW0v6mEr3W_tWUuFDO/view?usp=sharing

Lisa's Podcast

Elon Musk says some scary things to Rishi Sunak about AI

Hello there, and welcome back to my second podcast episode. This time, I'm sharing my personal experience with vegetarianism, and I hope you'll enjoy hearing my story.

Once you've had a listen, you can test your knowledge with some fun quizzes related to the episode.

To grab a copy of the Korean script, just follow the link below. 
🔗 https://haleyheo.gumroad.com/l/lcmbi

Thanks for being a part of this podcast adventure!



Haley Heo (헤일리) 🛫 한국어회화

에피소드 2 : 채식주의 식사

HSK vocabulary

Yes or No , how to say in Chinese

【成语释义】原为佛教用语。佛家把色、
声、香、味、触、法叫做“六尘”，说道者不为六尘所玷污，保持心地清静。形容不受坏思想、坏作风的沾染。也形容环境清静整洁。
【活用例句】保洁人员不一会就把大礼堂打扫得～了。
【近义】一干二净、冰清玉洁
【反义】污七八糟、污秽不堪

成语故事 Idiom story

一尘不染

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

lesson on italki 
https://www.italki.com/ja/teacher/9451959/japanese

https://linktr.ee/atsushi_japanese

こんばんは！
Japanese daily life podcast のAtsushiです。
このPodcastは、日本語を勉強しているみなさんに向けたPodcastです。

今回は乗り継ぎのシンガポールでの話です。
旅行の前に、シンガポールのチャンギ空港で会う約束をしていました。5時間ぐらいだけの乗り継ぎ時間で、時間はとても短く、そして朝早かったんですが、会いにきてくれました。

待ち合わせの場所を探すのにも一苦労でした。
basement2にある、というのはわかっていたんですけど、恥ずかしながら、basementが何かわかっていませんでした。

そこでは１つのエリアのことをbasement、と言っているのかなと思ってんですけど、地下のことでした。

B2て書くと日本人は地下2階だってわかるんですが、頭が回らず、basement2でどこにあるんだ！と探していました。それで、探している時に、改装しているエリアを見つけたので、もしかしたら改装しているかもしれない、と間違って会う人に伝えてしまったり。本当になれない場所に行くと、何をするにも時間がかかりますね。

そして、ようやく会う予定にしていた店を見つけることができました。

ということで、今回はここまでです。
次のPodcastはようやく、会いたい人に会えた話をします。
それと、シンガポールで食べたものの話もしますね。

今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！
ではまた！

