做手影 （张继楼）
兔来了，狼来了，
螃蟹爬上墙来了。
电灯一关都跑了，
电灯一开又来了。

Read Rhymes With Shirley

做手影

Hi! On this very small episode, I introduce myself to you guys a bit, and also some fireworks interrupted me. Enjoy, lol :)

LESSONS WITH GUI: The Podcast

PILOT: Hello! (Why were there fireworks?)

DOCTOR: What seems to be the problem?
CATHY: Well, I have a bad cough and a sore throat. I also have 
a headache.
DOCTOR: How long have you had these symptoms?
CATHY: About three days now. And I’m really tired, too.
DOCTOR: Hmm. It sounds like you’ve got the flu. Take aspirin
every four hours and get plenty of rest. Make sure you 
drink lots of fluids. Call me if you’re still sick next week.
CATHY: OK, thanks

LANGUAGE NOTES 
• What seems to be the problem? means “What is the problem?” Notice that the intonation 
falls at the end of the question. The doctor wants information, not a “yes/no” answer.
• Well is used as an introductory word. Notice how the vowel is drawn out, to sound like 
“Weeeeeell …” This can be used as a way to “buy time” while you think about what you 
want to say next.
• A bad cough … a sore throat … a headache: Notice the article “a” before each symptom.
• About is used to mean “more or less.” It’s used here to give an estimate of time.
• Take aspirin … get rest … Make sure … Call me: Notice the doctor uses the simple tense 
here to give instructions. This is the imperative form of the verb.
• Still sick means “continue to be sick.”

English Conversation practice (30-day challenge)

Day 11: At the doctor's office

In questo episodio parlo di uno dei tanto stereotipi sugli italiani: L'essere "mammoni"!!!
Se è sicuramente vero che abbiamo un legame fortissimo con la nostra famiglia e in particolare con la mamma, è anche vero che non bisogna fare l'errore di valutare aspetti culturali come questo con una scala di valori che appartiene ad una cultura diversa. Buon ascolto e buono studio a tutti!!! CIAO MAMMA 🖐  :)

The Italian Miscellaneous Podcast🖐 

Gli italiani sono dei mammoni? Are Italians Mama's boy?

Oi gente, sejam muito bem-vindos ao Portuguese Drops, o seu Podcast de Português favorito. Meu nome é Aneleh e hoje embarcaremos numa jornada de exploração da cultura e do estilo de vida de quem mora na cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Se quiser acompanhar o script do podcast é só clicar neste link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1egdyWonpnjbiOlMfEorYQontN-VecTHWQA-ywZnf0vU/edit?usp=sharing
Vamos lá!

Heu guys, welcome to Portuguese Drops, your favorite Portuguese Podcast. My name is Aneleh and today we will embark on a journey of exploring the culture and lifestyle of those who live in the city of Rio de Janeiro. If you want to follow the podcast script, just click on this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1egdyWonpnjbiOlMfEorYQontN-VecTHWQA-ywZnf0vU/edit?usp=sharing
Let's go!

Portuguese Drops 

Estilo de vida carioca

Clara, a brilliant data analyst with a mind for numbers, walked into my office looking like a storm cloud. Networking events were her kryptonite. "I freeze up," she confessed, "Small talk? Forget it! I just stand there awkwardly, feeling like a total outsider."

Clara's shyness was hindering her career. Her analytical skills were top-notch, but promotions often went to colleagues who could "schmooze" with decision-makers. I knew I could help.

Our first step was reframing networking. Instead of a dreaded chore, we saw it as an opportunity to connect with people who shared her passion for data. We practiced "elevator pitches" - concise introductions highlighting her expertise. We focused on open-ended questions, like "What's the biggest data challenge you're facing?" to spark engaging conversations.

Next, we tackled the "shy freeze." Role-playing helped Clara practice making eye contact, smiling warmly, and using active listening techniques like nodding and acknowledging what the other person said. We even practiced "exit strategies" - polite ways to excuse herself from a conversation when she felt overwhelmed.

The turning point came when I suggested Clara volunteer at a data analysis conference.  She'd be interacting with people who shared her interests, but in a less intimidating setting.  It worked! Clara's passion for data analysis shone through, and she ended up having stimulating conversations with attendees.

The next networking event was a different story. Armed with her practiced pitch and newfound confidence, Clara actively approached people, discussed data trends, and even shared a few insights herself. She even left with a business card from a potential mentor!

Today, Clara is a networking pro.  She still gets nervous, but she no longer lets shyness hold her back.  Clara's story proves that anyone can become a confident networker with the right tools and a supportive coach.

The Global Professional Podcast

How to overcome shyness with a coach - Episode 76

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#122〉9月30日金曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/22℃ 

北見市/きたみし
・果樹園でりんごの収穫作業が始まった
・700本のりんごの木
・真っ赤に色づいたりんごをていねいにもぎ取った

［単語］
果樹園/かじゅえん…果物の木がたくさんある場所
りんご…赤い果物
収穫/しゅうかく…おいしくなった食べ物を取る。
作業/さぎょう…仕事
真っ赤/まっか…とても赤い。ほかに、「真っ黒」「真っ白」
色づく/いろづく…果物などの色が赤や黄色などに変わること
もぎ取る/もぎとる…むりにとる。ちからを使ってとる。

〈美和Miwa〉
日本語の先生
Podcast「どこでも.JAPANESE」も放送中！

レッスン待ってます♪

［レッスンLesson］
italki日本語教師　美和Miwa 
https://www.italki.com/i/reft/FfcEDH/FfcEDH/japanese?hl=ja&utm_source=more_share&utm_medium=share_teacher

［Twitter］
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#japanese #日本語



北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#122〉9月30日金曜日　真っ赤なりんごを取る！

A question in a science fiction comedy was, could a vegetarian eat meat if the animal WANTED to be eaten?
How do we know that vegetables don't suffer when they are "killed"!

The Social Evolutionary

Don't Kill Vegetables!

Hola, te doy la bienvenida a este espacio de historias reales donde te comparto mis perspectivas para que pongas a prueba tu comprensión auditiva. 

La vida nos sorprende de forma inesperada, aquí te cuento una anécdota caminando de la mano de mi hijo desde mi percepción. 

En el siguiente episodio te cuento la misma experiencia desde su perspectiva.

Me encantará leer tus comentarios e interactuar contigo.
 



