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Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Learning Two Languages at the Same Time (with transcript)

In this episode, I’ll share some fun experiences of watching Chinese TV programs and tips on how to choose the best ones. Enjoy! Plus, learn some useful vocabulary along the way: 

电视节目 (diàn shì jié mù)
中文解释：指通过电视播出的各种节目，包括电视剧、综艺、纪录片等。
英文解释：Television programs, referring to various types of shows broadcast on TV, including dramas, variety shows, documentaries, etc.

母语 (mǔ yǔ)
中文解释：指一个人生来学习并且最熟悉的语言。
英文解释：Mother tongue, the language a person learns from birth and is most familiar with.

字幕 (zì mù)
中文解释：指在电视或电影中显示的文字，通常用于翻译对话或解释场景。
英文解释：Subtitles, text displayed in TV shows or movies, typically used for translating dialogue or explaining scenes.

语言环境 (yǔ yán huán jìng)
中文解释：指学习或使用语言时所处的语言和文化背景。
英文解释：Language environment, the linguistic and cultural context in which a language is learned or used.

哪怕 (nǎ pà)
中文解释：即使、即便，用来表示某种程度的让步。
英文解释：Even if, used to express concession or allowance.

沉浸式 (chén jìn shì)
中文解释：指完全投入其中，通常用于描述深度体验的学习或娱乐方式。
英文解释：Immersive, referring to a deeply engaging experience, often used to describe ways of learning or entertainment.

语感 (yǔ gǎn)
中文解释：指对语言的自然感觉，包括语法、用词和语调等的直觉理解。
英文解释：Language intuition, a natural sense of language, including grammar, vocabulary, and intonation.

语境 (yǔ jìng)
中文解释：指语言使用的具体场景或情境，决定了词汇和句子的意义。
英文解释：Context, the specific setting or situation in which language is used, determining the meaning of words and sentences.

渠道 (qú dào)
中文解释：指信息、产品或服务的传递途径或方式。
英文解释：Channel, the means or route through which information, products, or services are delivered.

频道 (pín dào)
中文解释：指广播或电视中的不同频率或节目种类。
英文解释：Channel, the different frequencies or types of programs in broadcasting or television.

网络平台 (wǎng luò píng tái)
中文解释：指通过互联网提供各种服务或内容的平台，如社交媒体、视频平台等。
英文解释：Online platforms, platforms that provide various services or content through the internet, such as social media, video streaming platforms, etc.

契合 (qì hé)
中文解释：指两者之间的匹配、合适或协调。
英文解释：Fit, referring to a match or coordination between two things.

Learn Chinese and Have Fun!

Watching  Chinese TV Programs~观看中国的电视节目

This episode explains the definition of the proverb: There is no honor among thieves with a story.

American English Proverbs

1- There is no honor among thieves

"I Will Take a Nap!" is a delightful children's book by Mo Willems. It tells the story of Gerald the elephant, who is tired and wants to nap. However, his friend Piggie keeps interrupting him with various suggestions and activities. Throughout the book, readers follow Gerald's humorous attempts to find the perfect nap spot despite Piggie's interruptions. With its simple language and expressive illustrations, this charming story is easy to understand and enjoyable for readers of all ages.


Story Time for Kids with Teacher Amanda

Episode 3: I Will Take a Nap

If you see someone sitting alone in a restaurant, you might assume they're waiting for someone, or perhaps they're grabbing a quick lunch on their break.

But more and more people around the world are purposely dining alone.

Japan has a special word for this: ohitorisama, which refers to people confidently doing things alone without worrying about what others think.

A recent survey found that 23% of Japanese people eat out alone, up from 18% in 2018. And in the US, solo dining reservations have risen 29% over the last two years, according to restaurant reservation site OpenTable.

OpenTable CEO Debby Soo thinks remote work is one reason for the increase, with people looking for a break from their home offices.

The increasing popularity in solo dining comes as more people are living alone. In 2019, the Pew Research Center found that 38% of US adults ages 25 to 54 were living without a partner, up from 29% in 1990. In Japan, single households now make up one-third of the total; that’s expected to increase to 40% by 2040, according to government data.

Growing interest in solo travel — particularly among travelers ages 55 and over — is also leading to more meals alone.

But Soo thinks there could be more to it than that.

"I think there's a broader movement of self-love and self-care and really … enjoying your own company," Soo said.

As a result, many restaurants are redoing their seating, changing their menus and adding other special touches to appeal to solo diners.

But some aren't always happy to seat one diner. A Michelin-starred London restaurant caused a stir last year when it started charging solo diners the same price as two customers. The restaurant, which has 34 seats, offers an eight-course menu costing about $280 per person.

Other restaurants say it's worth seating one person because solo diners will often come back and eat there again.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Party of One: Solo Dining Increasing in Popularity

CHISTES MEXICANOS

CONFLICTO DE PERSONALIDAD.

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¡Hola a todos!
En este episodio hablamos de la segunda parte sobre las cosas interesantes que tiene Ecuador, mi país. Hablamos de:
-Los 5 principales productos que produce y exporta Ecuador
-La gastrónomia Ecuatoriana, los platos más deliciosos y populares de Ecuador.
-Cultura y tradiciones populares en Ecuador
No olvides practicar 5-10 minutos de español cada día.
Disfruta mucho.