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388 – Rio’s Slums

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the preposition WITH into Portuguese (Part I).

387 – The Story of Feelings

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, I am going to read a chronicle by Lya Luft, a Brazilian author, and we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word DRY into Portuguese.

386 – My Professional Dream

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word RETURN into Portuguese.

385 – Ilha de Marajó

Mon, 27 May 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Ilha do Marajó and how to translate the preposition UP into Portuguese (Part II).

384 – Being Sued

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to lawsuits and the different ways to translate the preposition UP into Portuguese.

383 – A Song – Modinha

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the lyrics of the song “Modinha” by Tom Jobim and Vinícius de Moraes, and how to translate the word NEXT into Portuguese.

382 – Cleaning the House

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word FACE into Portuguese.

381 – Famous Brazilians – Diogo Nogueira

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Diogo Nogueira, a Brazilian singer and composer, and how to translate the word THROW into Portuguese.

380 – A Positive Person

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word SO into Portuguese.

379 – Chocolate

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word DROP into Portuguese (Part II).

378 – Scheduling a Business Appointment

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word DROP into Portuguese (Part I).

377 – Santos

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Santos, the most important port in Brazil, and the different ways to translate the word DOWN into Portuguese (Part II).

376 – Praia do Forte

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word DOWN into Portuguese (Part I).

375 – Is Facebook Dying?

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word RIGHT into Portuguese (Part II).

374 – The 2013 Oscars

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word RIGHT into Portuguese (Part I).

373 – Famous Brazilians – Xuxa

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Xuxa, a Brazilian TV host, and the different ways to translate the verb TO EAT into Portuguese.

372 – Arriving for a Meeting

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word SOME into Portuguese.

371 – A Song – Gente Humilde

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to sing the song “Gente Humilde” (Humble People), which has the melody by Garoto and the lyrics by Chico Buarque and Vinícius de Moraes, and we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word WORD into Portuguese (Part II).

370 – Ângela Maria

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Ângela Maria, a Brazilian singer, and the different ways to translate the word WORD into Portuguese (Part I).

369 – Guarapari

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Guarapari, a sea resort in the State of Espírito Santo, and the different ways to translate the preposition ON into Portuguese (Part II).

368 – Travel and the Internet

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word WORD into Portuguese (Part I).

367 – Interviewing Sergio Amoroso

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we’re going to hear an interview I conducted with the entrepreneur Sergio Amoroso, owner of the Orsa Group, and learn the different ways to translate the preposition IN into Portuguese (Part II).

366 – Escaping Winter

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the preposition IN into Portuguese (Part I).

365 – Brasileiros Famosos – Luiz Gonzaga

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Luiz Gonzaga, a Brazilian singer and composer, and the different ways to translate the word WORK into Portuguese (Part II).

364 – Stock of the End of the Year

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word WORK into Portuguese (Part I).

363 – Oscar Niemeyer Dies

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word FIT into Portuguese.

362 – December 21st, 2012

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the verb TO SEND into Portuguese.

361 – Passa Quatro

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word ROUND into Portuguese.

360 – Checking out of the Hotel

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word SHORT into Portuguese.

359 – What Now, José?

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we're going to hear a poem by Carlos Drummond de Andrade entitled “What Now, José?”, and learn the different ways to translate the word HANG into Portuguese.

358 – Family Reunion

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word ORDER into Portuguese.

357 – Famous Brazilians – Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Carlos Drummond de Andrade, a Brazilian poet, and the different ways to translate the word HAND into Portuguese (Part II).

356 – A Corporate Takeover

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 12:00:36 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word HAND into Portuguese (Part I).

355 – Interviewing Neil Barnes

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to listen to my interview with Neil Barnes in Barcelona and learn the different ways to translate the word SWITCH into Portuguese.

354 – Would you like to go out with me?

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the verb “VIRAR” in Portuguese.

353 – Campos do Jordão

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Campos do Jordão, a town located in the Mantiqueira Mountains, and the different ways to translate the word LOOK into Portuguese (Part II).

352 – My Trip to Barcelona

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word LOOK into Portuguese (Part I).

351 – 1822

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the book 1822 by Laurentino Gomes, a Brazilian author and journalist, and how to translate the verb TO GROW into Portuguese.

350 – The Bill, Please!

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word THEN into Portuguese.

349 – Famous Brazilians – Maria Bethânia

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Maria Bethânia, a Brazilian singer, and the different ways to translate the word FALL into Portuguese.

348 – Internet Dating

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the different uses of the word “DEVER” in Portuguese.

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347 – Brazil and the Olympic Games

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn about facts related to Brazil’s participation in the Olympiads and learn the different ways to translate the word EYE into Portuguese (Part II).

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346 – At the Eye Doctor’s

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word EYE into Portuguese (Part I).

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345 – Jericoacoara

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Jericoacoara, located in the State of Ceará, and the different uses of the word CABEÇA in Portuguese.

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344 – Teamwork

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the verb “LEVAR” in Portuguese.

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343 – Rio+20

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn about the Rio+20 results and learn the different ways to translate the word CALL into Portuguese (Part II).

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342 – Entrance Visa for Brazil

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word CALL into Portuguese.

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341 – Famous Brazilians – Tim Maia

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Tim Maia, a Brazilian singer, and how to translate words starting with “SELF” into Portuguese.

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340 – Investing Your Money

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “HORA” in Portuguese.

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339 – Spiritual Intelligence

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about spiritual intelligence and the different uses of the verb “MANDAR” in Portuguese.

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338 – Buying a New Suit

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “CONTA” in Portuguese.

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337 – Itacaré

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Itacaré, a small town located south of Salvador, in the State of Bahia, and the different uses of the verb “TIRAR” in Portuguese.

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336 – Saying Goodbye

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word RING into Portuguese.

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335 – Capoeira

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the verb “LEVANTAR” in Portuguese.

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334 – At the Gas Station

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the verb TO FILL into Portuguese.

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333 – Famous Brazilians – Eike Batista

Mon, 28 May 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Eike Batista, the richest man in Brazil, and the different ways to translate the verb TO JOIN into Portuguese.

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332 – My Favorite Dessert

Sun, 20 May 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word SECOND into Portuguese.

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331 – Investing in Learning Portuguese

Mon, 14 May 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate some expressions in English that are based on colors.

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330 – A New Era

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the verb TO ENJOY into Portuguese.

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329 – Chapada dos Veadeiros

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the “Chapada dos Veadeiros” and the different ways to translate the word CUT into Portuguese (Part II).

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328 – Making a Restaurant Reservation

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:00:36 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word CUT into Portuguese (Part I).

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327 – A Song – Primavera

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 06:06:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to sing the song “Primavera” by Carlos Lyra and Vinícius de Moraes, and we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word WHITE into Portuguese.

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326 – A Special Dinner

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:06:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word FIRST into Portuguese.

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325 – Famous Brazilians – Carlos Lyra

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 06:06:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Carlos Lyra, a Brazilian singer and composer, and how to translate the verb TO GIVE into Portuguese (Part II).

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324 – Using the Internet

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 06:06:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to give and receive directions and the different ways to translate the word TALK into Portuguese.

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323 – Interviewing Kurt Stoeterau

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 06:06:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to interview Kurt Stoeterau, a Brazilian paragliding instructor, and we are going to learn the different uses of the word “ATÉ” in Portuguese.

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322 – How Do I Get There?

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to give and receive directions and the different ways to translate the verb TO GIVE into Portuguese (Part I).

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321 – The State of São Paulo

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the State of São Paulo and how to translate the verb TO SEE into Portuguese (Part II).

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320 – On the Plane

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the verb TO SEE into Portuguese (Part I).

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319 – A Song – Brigas Nunca Mais

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to sing the song “Brigas nunca mais” by Tom Jobim and Vinícius de Moraes, and we are going to learn the different uses of the word “MENOS” in Portuguese.

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318 – Multicultural Brazil

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word GREAT into Portuguese.

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317 – Famous Brazilians – Mário Quintana

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Mário Quintana and the different ways to translate the word MATTER into Portuguese.

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316 – A Physical Check-Up

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word HOW into Portuguese.

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315 – 2011 Main Events

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to have a retrospective of 2011 main events and learn the different ways to translate the word “SOFT” in Portuguese.

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314 – Preparations for a Trip

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word CARE into Portuguese.

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313 – Teresópolis

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Teresópolis and the different ways to translate the word SOON into Portuguese.

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312 – I’m so Sleepy

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word STAY into Portuguese.

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311 – Jiu-Jitsu

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Jiu-Jitsu and the different ways to translate the verb TO PUT into Portuguese (Part II).

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310 – Can I Have a Discount?

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the verb TO PUT into Portuguese (Part I).

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309 – Famous Brazilians – Ronaldo

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Ronaldo, a Brazilian soccer star, and learn the different ways to translate the word OFF into Portuguese (part II).

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308 – Gosh! What a Week!

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word OFF into Portuguese (Part I).

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307 – A Song – Por Causa de Você

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to sing a song by Dolores Duran – Por Causa de Você – and we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word NO into Portuguese.

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306 – What a Pretty Little Dog!

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the second part of how to translate the word OUT into Portuguese.

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305 – Belém

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this epidose, we are going to learn a little about Belém, capital of the state of Pará and the different ways to translate the word OUT into Portuguese.

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304 – Meeting a Client at the Airport

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word SOUND into Portuguese.

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303 – Steve Jobs

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn a little about Steve Jobs and the verb “OUVIR” in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

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302 – Love and Infatuation

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “BEM” in Portuguese.

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301 – Famous Brazilians – Dolores Duran

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this epidose, we are going to learn a little about Dolores Duran, a Brazilian singer and composer, and the different uses of the word “PONTO” in Portuguese.

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300 – I Can’t Complain

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word FOR into Portuguese.

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299 – Tips to Make Your Dreams Come True

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn some tips on how to make our dreams come true and the different ways to translate the word HEAD into Portuguese.

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298 – My New Home Movie Theater

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the preposition BETWEEN into Portuguese.

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297 – Vitória

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this epidose, we are going to learn a little about Vitória, the capital of the State of Espírito Santo, and the different uses of the word “POIS” in Portuguese.

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296 – What Were You Doing?

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “CASA” in Portuguese.

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295 – The Brazilian National Anthem

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to hear the Brazilian National Anthem and learn the different uses of the word “QUADRO” in Portuguese.

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294 – Coping with Stress

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word MORE into Portuguese.

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293 – Famous Brazilians – Gal Costa

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this epidose, we are going to learn a little about Gal Costa, a Brazilian singer, and the different ways to translate the word KEY into Portuguese.

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292 – Booking a Taxi

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word NOW into Portuguese.

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291 – An Interview with Totonho

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to interview Totonho, a Brazilian visual artist, and we are going to learn the different ways to use the word “PENA” in Portuguese.
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290 – Adventures in Europe

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word OTHER into Portuguese.
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289 – Tiradentes

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Tiradentes, a colonial town from Minas Gerais and the different ways to translate the verb TO TURN into Portuguese.

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288 – Expanding a Business

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word BALL into Portuguese and how to use the expression “CADA VEZ MAIS”.

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287 – The Pink Dolphin

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the pink dolphin and how to translate the word AGAIN into Portuguese.

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286 – Late for Work

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word MISS into Portuguese.

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285 – Famous Brazilians – Roberto Burle Marx

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Roberto Burle Marx, a Brazilian landscaper, and how to translate the word BOARD into Portuguese.

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284 – Grammar Exercise

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word HOT into Portuguese.

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283 – A Song – Sei Lá... A Vida Tem Sempre Razão

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the verb TO LET into Portuguese.

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282 – Online Dictionaries

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word MEAN into Portuguese.

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281 – Petrópolis

Mon, 30 May 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Petrópolis, a town in the State of Rio de Janeiro, and how to translate the word HOLD into Portuguese.

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280 – House of Sand

Mon, 23 May 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word LONG into Portuguese.

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279 – Rio, the Movie

Mon, 16 May 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word SET into Portuguese.

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278 – At the Dry Cleaner’s

Tue, 10 May 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the word HALF into Portuguese.

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277 – Famous Brazilians – Gisele Bündchen

Sun, 01 May 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Gisele Bündchen, a Brazilian model and actress, and how to translate the word MOUTH into Portuguese.

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276 – A Trip to Brazil

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different ways to translate the verb TO GO in Portuguese.

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275 – A Royal Wedding

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different verb tenses in Portuguese used with the word “QUANDO”.

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274 – An Overdue Bill

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to credit cards and the different uses of the verb “LIGAR” in Portuguese.

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273 – Curitiba

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Curitiba, capital of the state of Paraná, and how to translate the word FRONT into Portuguese.

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272 – Helping with the Move

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “CIMA” in Portuguese.

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271 – Shrimp in Manioc Cream

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a recipe for shrimp in manioc cream and the different uses of the word “RECEITA” in Portuguese.

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270 – Problems with a Client

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the preposition FROM into Portuguese.

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269 – Famous Brazilians – Caetano Veloso

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Caetano Veloso, a Brazilian singer and composer, and how to translate the word TOGETHER into Portuguese.

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268 – Rising Prices

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “PARA” in Portuguese.

267 – Mature Women

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about how Brazilian women get old based on the book “Coroas: Corpo, Envelhecimento, Casamento e Infidelidade” meaning “Mature Women: Body, Aging, Marriage and Infidelity” by Mirian Goldenberg (Record Publishing House), and how to translate the word RUN into Portuguese.

266 – I Lost my Cell Phone

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the verb “PERDER” in Portuguese.

265 – Paraty

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Paraty and how to translate the word MIND into Portuguese.

264 – The Lottery

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the verb “GANHAR” in Portuguese.

263 – 2010 Main Events

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we’re going to cover the 2010 main events and learn the main uses of the verb “APROVEITAR” in Portuguese.

262 – I’m a Businessman

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word BUSINESS into Portuguese.

261 – Eight Years of Lula

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about the eight years of Lula’s government, and we’re going to find in Portuguese the equivalent to some proverbs in English.

260 – What a Beautiful Day!

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word DAY into Portuguese.

259 – Interviewing Emerson Marendaz

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to interview Emerson Marendaz, owner of a bed and breakfast in Paraty, and we are going to learn how to translate the word CHECK into Portuguese.

258 – Too Much Work

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word BACK into Portuguese.

257 – Public Security in Rio

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read some texts about public security in Rio, and we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word PACK into Portuguese.

256 – A Phone Order

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to translate the word CLEAR into Portuguese.

255 – Kids Say Funny Things

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read some funny things said by children, and we are going to learn how to translate the word LOOSE into Portuguese.

254 – Formula 1 Races

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to car races and the different uses of the verb “GUARDAR” in Portuguese.

253 – The New President of Brazil

Sun, 14 Nov 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about Dilma Rousseff, the first woman to be the president of Brazil, and we’re going to learn the different ways to translate the word MOVE into Portuguese.

252 – At the Spa

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to use the verb “FECHAR” in different sentences in Portuguese.

251 – Saci Pererê

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Saci Pererê, a character in Brazilian folklore, and the different uses of the verb “MEXER” in Portuguese.

250 – Resigning

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to conjugate the verbs “PEDIR” and “MEDIR” and the different ways to translate the verb TO ASK into Portuguese.

249 – Manaus

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Manaus, the capital of the Amazonas state, and the different uses of the verb “ATENDER” in Portuguese.

248 – Elections in Brazil

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to politics and how to translate the word SHOW into Portuguese.

247 – Change

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a chronicle by Lya Luft about change, and we are going to learn some nouns formed with the suffix “DADE”.

246 – Accommodation for Carnival

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a furnished apartment and how to translate the preposition AFTER into Portuguese.

245 – Famous Brazilians – Lya Luft

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re are going to learn a little about Lya Luft, a Brazilian writer, and the verb “VALER” in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

244 – An Expensive T-shirt

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the names of the currencies of some countries and the different uses of the verb “TROCAR” in Portuguese.

243 – The Electric Car

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I am going to read an article about the electric car, and we are going to learn the different uses of the word “ASSIM” in Portuguese.

242 – Contemporary Art Museum

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a few acronyms in Portuguese and the different uses of the word “NADA”.

241 – Serra Gaúcha

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re are going to learn a little about Serra Gaúcha located in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, and how to use the word “OLHO” in Portuguese.

240 – Starting a Franchise

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about starting a franchise and the diferente uses of the verb TIRAR in Portuguese.

239 – Google TV

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I am going to read an article about the Google TV, which will be launched this year, and we are going to learn the different uses of the word “COISA” in Portuguese.

238 – A Dinner Party

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the names of some herbs and spices and how to translate the word “taste” into Portuguese.

237 – Famous Brazilians – Machado de Assis

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re are going to learn a little about Machado de Assis, a Brazilian novelist, and some phrasal verbs with the verb TO MAKE in Portuguese.

236 – Buying an Apartament

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the verb VOLTAR in the Present, Present Continuous, Past and Future Indicative and its different meanings in Portuguese.

235 – Brazil by Bicycle

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read an article written by a Brazilian who went on a trip by bicycle from São Paulo to Salvador in 54 days, and we are going to learn the usage of the Simple Pluperfect.

234 – St. John’s Party

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the different uses of the word “ANDAR” and some expressions in English with their equivalent in Portuguese.

233 – Brasília

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Brasília and several uses of the word “CARA” in Portuguese.

232 – 2010 FiFA World Cup

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about FIFA and the World Cup, and how to express opinions in Portuguese.

231 – Botequim

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn what a “botequim” is in Brazil and some words that have an irregular diminutive in Portuguese.

230 – An Emergency

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn where to call in an emergency in Brazil and how to translate the word “GOOD” into Portuguese.

229 – Famous Brazilians – Elis Regina

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Elis Regina, a Brazilian singer, and how to translate the word “as” into Portuguese.

228 – A Compulsive Buyer

Mon, 24 May 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn about different kinds of compulsion and how to conjugate the verb “GASTAR” in the Present, Present Continuous, Past and Future Indicative.

227 – Interviewing João Costa

Mon, 17 May 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn several uses of the word “VEZ” in Portuguese.

226 – Animal Game

Tue, 11 May 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the animal game and the vocabulary related to some animal body parts.

225 – Fernando de Noronha

Mon, 03 May 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about the Fernando de Noronha Archipelago, and we are going to learn how to translate the word “just” into Portuguese.

224 – A Car Financing Loan

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to checking a car before buying it and how to translate the word ABOUT in Portuguese.

223 – The Hug

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text I received by e-mail about the hug, showing some characteristics of the “mineirês”, the way people speak in Minas Gerais. In addition to that, we are going to learn several uses of the verb DEIXAR in Portuguese.

222 – Getting a Boyfriend

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to use the verb “AGUENTAR” in Portuguese.

221 – Famous Brazilians – João Gilberto

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about João Gilberto and some verbs in Portuguese starting with the letters “b” and “c” followed by prepositions.

220 – Happy Hour

Sun, 28 Mar 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a bar and several meanings of the verb “TOMAR” in Portuguese.

219 – The Hurt Locker

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about the movie “The Hurt Locker”, that won six awards at the 2010 Oscars, and we are also going to learn the several meanings of the word “fora” in Portuguese.

218 – Let’s Go to the Circus

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:05:05 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a circus and how to translate the word “high” into Portuguese.

217 – Ouro Preto

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:05:05 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Ouro Preto and some adjectives of relation.

216 – Did you Attend the Soccer Game?

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 22:26:57 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to soccer positions and several meanings of the verb TORCER in Portuguese, and still review the verb QUERER in the Indicative mood.

215 – The Brazilian Carnival

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:44:28 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little more about the Brazilian Carnival and study some proverbs in Portuguese and their equivalent in English.

Video 12 – Tips on how to use the Internet to learn Portuguese

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:00:30 -0500

The Internet offers a range of tools that can help you learn Portuguese. In this episode we will explore some of them.

214 – Do you Have a Pet?

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:27:16 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to pets and the masculine and feminine of some animals.

213 – Famous Brazilians – Chico Buarque de Hollanda

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Chico Buarque de Hollanda and the equivalent in Portuguese of some expressions in English.

212 - Ordering a Pizza

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to pizza toppings and how to translate the word “over” into Portuguese.

211 - The MST

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Brazil’s Rural Landless Workers Movement and how to translate the word "point" into Portuguese.

210 - Buying a Concert Ticket

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some meanings of the verb PEGAR and review the plural of the words ending in "l".

209 - Belo Horizonte

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Belo Horizonte and some verbs in Portuguese starting with the letter "a" followed by prepositions.

208 - At the Car Dealer's

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to review the -AR regular verbs in the Indicative Mood and learn how to translate into Portuguese some adjectives ending in -ED and -ING.

Video 11 - 10 Tips for Your Trip to Brazil

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to speak about some tips to make your trip to Brazil more pleasant.

207 - Brazil Takes Off

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read an article adapted from “O Estado de São Paulo” newspaper and “The Economist” magazine, and we are going to learn how to translate some sentences with the preposition “by” into Portuguese.

206 – Darling! I’m Home!

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some terms of endearment and review the diminutive forms of the words in Portuguese.

205 - Recife e Olinda

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Recife and Olinda and study some more adjectives in the superlative form.

204 - Everything Passes Away

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different meanings of the verb PASSAR in Portuguese.

Video 10 – Brazilian Body Language

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some body expressions used by Brazilians and their meaning.

203 - Maya Angelou

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about Maya Angelou, and we’re going to study several meanings of the verb FALTAR in Portuguese.

202 - A Long Weekend

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word “como” in Portuguese and do an exercise with the superlative form of adjectives.

201 – Famous Brazilians – Vinícius de Moraes

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about Vinícius de Moraes and we are going to learn some nouns derived from some verbs.

200 - Leaving for a Vacation

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a vacation trip and some irregular verbs of the third conjugation.

199 - 2016 Olympics

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read a text adapted from the magazine VEJA about the 2016 Olympics, and we’re going to study some more abundant verbs.

Video 9 - The City

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the name of some public and private establishments we find in the city.

198 - A Traffic Jam

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to driving and the third conjugation regular verbs.

197 - Lençóis Maranhenses

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about Lençóis Maranhenses, and we are going to learn the verbs ending in -IAR.

196 - My Daily Routine

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to exercising and the second conjugation regular verbs starting with the letters from "m" to "v".

195 - Pre-sal

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about pre-salt adapted from the magazine Exame, and we’re going to study the relative pronouns "cujo" and "onde".

Video 8 - Land Animals and Birds

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the names of some land animals and birds.

194 - An Efficient Secretary

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a secretary and the second conjugation regular verbs starting with the letters "f" and "g".

193 - Famous Brazilians – Heitor Villa-Lobos

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos and the verbs ending in -EAR.

192 - Foreign Languages

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to languages and the second conjugation verbs starting with the letters "d" and "e".

191 - Cloud Computing

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about cloud computing, adapted from G1, Globo news portal, and we’re going to study the relative pronouns “que”, “quem” and “o qual”.

190 - Moving House

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to an apartment building and the second conjugation verbs starting with the letters “a”, “b” and “c”.

Video 7 - Shapes, Numbers and Colors

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:21:03 -0400

September 7th is Independence Day in Brazil. Let’s use the description of the Brazilian flag to remember this important date. In this video you will learn some shapes, numbers and colors that will help us describe our flag.

189 - Chapada Diamantina

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Chapada Diamantina and study the verbs derived from the verb FAZER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

188 - Household Chores

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to household chores and some expressions in English with their equivalent in Portuguese.

187 - Online Social Networks

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about social networks based on an article from the VEJA magazine from July 06, 2009, besides studying some more multi-meaning words.

186 - Finding a New Love

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some useful sentences about love and some verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letters "u" and "v".

Video 6 - Asking for Directions

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this vídeo, José is asking a passer-by for directions. Let’s learn some verbs and expressions used in this situation.

185 - Famous Brazilians - Portinari

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Cândido Portinari, a Brazilian painter, and study the verbs derived from the verb VIR in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

184 - Salary Renegotiation

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to renegotiations and a little more about the object pronouns.

183 - Michael Jackson

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I am going to read a text adapted from a magazine Época article about Michael Jackson, and later we are going to learn how to translate some sentences with the verb to MAKE into Portuguese.

182 - What Have You Been Doing?

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to the traffic and how to express the Present Perfect Continuous in Portuguese with the verb ANDAR.

Video 5 - Exercising in the Park

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this video, we are going to see Roberto and Cristina exercising in the park and study some regular verbs of action in the Present and in the Past.

181 - A Trip Through the Amazon

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the Amazon and study the verbs derived from PÔR in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

180 - How Are You Feeling Today?

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the different uses of the word "como" in Portuguese and study the verbs PODER and CONSEGUIR compared.

179 - Living Well With Little

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I'm going to read a text adapted from an article of the magazine Época about how to live well with little, and we are going to learn some expressions in Portuguese with body parts.

178 - Shall We Have a Juice?

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to Brazilian fruits and some verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "t".

177 - Junine Festivities

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the Junine Festivities in Brazil and study the verbs derived from the verb VER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

Video 4 - At the Digital Age

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:21:03 -0400

Cristina is buying some music on the Internet. Roberto asks her what she is doing. Lets listen to their conversation.

176 - How to Bake Cookies

Mon, 25 May 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to kitchen utensils and how to translate the verb "to pull" into Portuguese.

175 - Interviewing Suzana Pauli

Tue, 19 May 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to interview Suzana Pauli from Florianópolis, and we are going to learn how to translate the word "way" into Portuguese.

174 - A New Job

Mon, 11 May 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a company structure and some verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "s".

173 - Famous Brazilians - Jorge Amado

Mon, 04 May 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Jorge Amado, a Brazilian author, and some expressions to describe a person.

Video 3 - Meeting Friends

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:21:03 -0400

The other day, Roberto and his niece Sílvia met two of Robertos friends called Fernando and Antônio and their partners Márcia and Marcela. Listen to their conversation.

172 - At the Snack Bar

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn about the food we can have in a snack bar and the verb TO FEEL in the Present, Past and Future Indicative.

171 - Q and A

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read about the book "Q and A", which originated the movie "Slumdog Millionaire", and we are going to learn some more multi-meaning words in Portuguese.

170 - At the Bus Stop

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a bus and some verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letters "q" and "r".

169 - The Pantanal

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the Pantanal and study the verbs derived from the verb TER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

Video 2 - Going to Bed and Getting up

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some vocabulary and expressions related to the bedroom and the bathroom.

168 - Genealogy

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to genealogy and some more colloquial expressions in Portuguese.

167 - Solar Energy

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about solar energy and indirect speech in Portuguese.

166 - We Saw a Great Play!

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a theater play and some verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "p".

165 - Famous Brazilians - Oscar Niemeyer

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Oscar Niemeyer and revise the verb PÔR in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

164 - Late for Dinner

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some more vocabulary related to a phone call and how to translate the verb "to keep" into Portuguese.

Video 1 – Having Breakfast

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some vocabulary and expressions related to breakfast.

163 - Internet Effects

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some more interjections.

162 - Crazy Weather

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to temperatures and some first conjugation verbs starting with the letter "o".

Book - A Trip to Brazil

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:21:03 -0500

A Trip to Brazil will teach you vocabulary, expressions, and sentences related to situations you may find on a trip to Brazil. Each episode contains a dialogue and some additional sentences and questions for your practice.

161 - Carnival in Salvador

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, you are going to listen to some information about Carnival in Salvador, Bahia, and learn how to translate no matter what happens and some other similar expressions into Portuguese.

160 - Carnival in Brazil

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some verbs related to a trip and some colloquial expressions.

159 - A Song - Eu e a Brisa

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some multi-meaning words and one more use of the verbs in the Subjunctive.

158 - A Work Meeting

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a work meeting and the first conjugation verbs starting with the letter "n".

157 - Iguaçu Falls

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to listen to some information about the Iguaçu Falls and revise the verb VIR in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

156 - Astronomy

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to astronomy and some first conjugation verbs starting with the letter "m".

155 - Eat, Pray, Love

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, you are going to listen to some information about the book "Eat, Pray, Love", and learn how to translate the word "step" in Portuguese.

154 - Can I Borrow Your Calculator?

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to the four basic math operations and the different uses of the verb EMPRESTAR (to borrow/to lend).

153 - Brazilian Portuguese New Spelling

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the changes that appear in the New Spelling Agreement of the Brazilian Portuguese and revise the verbs CRER (to believe), DAR (to give), LER (to read) and VER (to see) in the tenses where there are some changes in their accents.

152 - What Newspaper Do You Read?

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a newspaper and the first conjugation verbs starting with the letters "j" and "l".

151 - Main Events of 2008

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some multi-meaning words and several uses of the word "se".

150 - My New Bike

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a bicycle and some uses of the word "já".

149 - Christmas in Brazil

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, you are going to hear some information about Christmas in Brazil and revise the verb DAR in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

148 - Do You Shave Every Day?

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to toiletries and some more expressions with the verb FAZER.

147 - Happiness

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I am going to read a poem and several quotations about happiness.

146 - Dreams

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to dreams.

145 - Famous Brazilians - Paulo Coelho

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Paulo Coelho and revise the verb ESTAR in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

144 - Buying a Used Car

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a car and some expressions starting with the preposition "de".

143 - A Story - Little Red Riding Hood

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to listen to the story of Little Red Riding Hood and learn the vocabulary related to a face and the verbs in the Personal Infinitive Perfect.

142 - A Job Interview

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some adjectives used to describe personal qualities and some expressions with the word "pé".

141 - Fortaleza

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Fortaleza and revise the verb VER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

140 - A New Gym

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a gym and the verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "i".

139 - A Song - A Banda

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn some multiple-meaning words and the metaphonic plural of some words in Portuguese.

138 - Christmas Shopping

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to different items we can buy in the stores and how to use the word "demais" in Portuguese.

137 - A Brazilian Movie - City of God

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, I’m going to read a text about the Brazilian movie "City of God" and revise the verb SER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

136 - A Mid-Life Crisis

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn how to express some states of mind and feelings and the prepositions "por" e "para" compared.

135 - The Present

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, you are going to listen to an address by Brian Dyson, former CEO of Coca Cola Enterprises, at an American University, and the different meanings of the verb PEGAR.

134 - Thanksgiving

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:21:03 -0500

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to Thanksgiving and the verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "g".

133 - Florianópolis

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about Florianópolis, and revise the verb QUERER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

132 - Buying a Plane Ticket

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a plane trip and some expressions with the word "mão". Daniela wants to buy a ticket from Toronto to Minneapolis. Listen to the dialogue between her and a travel agent.

131 - Halloween

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to Halloween and how to translate the verb to BREAK into Portuguese.

130 - I’m Attending a Shoe Trade Show

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a trade show and the verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "f".

129 - Famous Brazilians - Ayrton Senna

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I’m going to read a passage about Ayrton Senna and revise the verb PODER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

128 - At the Beauty Salon

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

Paula goes to a beauty salon to have her hair cut and colored. Listen to the dialogue between her and the hairdresser.

127 - A Song – Desafinado

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to music and how to translate the verb to GET into Portuguese. Today’s song is "Desafinado" by Tom Jobim.

126 - At the Doctor’s

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a medical examination and some stem-changing verbs. Beatriz has a backache and decides to see her doctor, Dr. João.

125 - The Bahian Cuisine

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn a little about the Bahian cuisine and review the verb TRAZER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

124 - Shall We Go Camping?

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to camping and the verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "e". José and Solange like camping and are now arranging to go camping before the end of summer.

123 - The Olympic Games

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to the Olympic Games, some multiple-meaning words and the verbs in the Future Perfect Subjunctive.

122 - Different Personalities

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some adjectives used to describe people’s personality and the plural of some of these adjectives. Alberto’s children have completely different personalities. Listen to the conversation he has with Lúcia about his children.

121 - Famous Brazilians - Tom Jobim

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

Neste episódio, você vai conhecer um pouco do Tom Jobim e revisar o verbo DIZER no Indicativo, Imperativo e Subjuntivo.

120 - Booking a Doctor’s Appointment

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to the doctor’s office and the verbs of the first conjugation starting with the letter "d". Jaime da Costa calls his doctor’s office in order to make an appointment. His doctor’s secretary answers the phone. Listen to what they say.

119 - A Song - Tarde em Itapoã

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to trees and the Present Perfect Subjunctive in Portuguese.

118 - My New Kitchen

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to the kitchen and first conjugation verbs starting with the letter "c". Tatiana is talking on the phone to Ricardo about her new kitchen. Let’s listen to what they say.

117 - The Independence of Brazil

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I am going to read a text about the independence of Brazil and revise the verb FAZER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

116 - I Need to Buy a Swimsuit

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to swimming and the ordinal numbers up to a hundred. Mariana is talking to Jorge about a swimsuit she needs to buy. Let’s listen to their conversation.

115 - An Answered Prayer

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some nouns made from adjectives and some more expressions with the verb DAR.

114 - Fish and Seafood

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to fish and seafood. Artur and Miriam are in a restaurant in Salvador, Bahia. They are trying to choose something to eat from the menu.

113 - Salvador

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, you are going to hear some information about Salvador and revise the verb SABER in the Indicative, Imperative and Subjunctive moods.

112 - Father’s Day

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, I am going to talk about Father’s Day and revise the verb IR in the Present, Past and Future tenses. Joana and Tiago are talking about what Tiago did on Father’s Day.

111 - The Story of a Butterfly

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn multiple-meaning words and the verbs in the Conditional Perfect.

110 - My First Computer

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some more vocabulary related to the computer and the prepositions "a" and "para" compared. Diana very seldom used computers but due to some pressure from her friends and family, she decided to buy one. As she was totally lost, she asked her friend Jaime to help her.

109 - Famous Brazilians - Pelé

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

Neste episódio, você vai conhecer um pouco do Pelé e revisar o verbo TER no Indicativo, Imperativo e Subjuntivo.

108 - At the Bank

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a bank and revise some prepositions. Rita goes to the bank to withdraw some money and also to deposit a cheque.

107 - A Song - Naquela Mesa

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some homograph words in Portuguese. Today’s song – Naquela Mesa – is by Sérgio Bittencourt, a journalist and composer. Shaken by his father’s death, he composed this song, which is sung by Elizete Cardoso and Nelson Gonçalves.

106 - Bargaining

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn how to bargain and some more regular verbs of the first conjugation. Lídia wants to buy a necklace at the Hippie Market to give as a present to her sister. She tries to bargain with the seller and ends up getting a good price for it.

105 - São Paulo

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, you are going to listen to some information about São Paulo and revise the passive voice of the verbs in Portuguese.

104 - What Do You Intend to Do?

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn some false cognates and the verbs in the Future Perfect. Márcio and Diana are talking about Márcio’s retirement that will happen soon.

103 - I’ll Have my Car Washed

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to a small farm and how to translate the causative sentences into Portuguese. Henrique and Julia are talking after she came back from her small farm on Sunday.

102 - Rio de Janeiro

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, you are going to listen to some information about Rio de Janeiro and revise the plural of nouns and adjectives in Portuguese.

101 - I Slept Like a Log

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the vocabulary related to work and the verb DORMIR (to sleep) in the Present, Past and Future Tenses. Luis works very hard and tells Isabela why he is so tired.

18 - At the Airport

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Today we’re going to learn the vocabulary related to the airport and the verb PREFERIR (to prefer) in the Present and Past Tenses.

17 - The Traffic

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the verb TER (to have) in the past, vocabulary related to the traffic, irregular superiority comparatives and the superlatives.

16 - What Happened?

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn comparisons and the past tense of the regular verbs with IR endings.

15 - A Very Good Barbecue House

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn some adjectives and their opposites, the past of regular verbs with ER endings, and how to express likes and dislikes.

14 - A Jealous Son

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the interrogative pronouns and the verb IR (to go) in the past.

13 - Shopping for Gemstones

Sat, 08 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we’re going to learn the days of the week and the verbs ending in AR in the past.

12 - A Taxi Ride

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode, we are going to learn the verb ABRIR (to open) and some other regular verbs of the third conjugation.

11 - I’m Lost

Sun, 02 Sep 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In this episode we are going to learn the verb FICAR and its several meanings and some prepositions and adverbs of place.

10 - My Family

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Nowadays, families in Brazil tend to be small in the big cities, but in the North East part of the country we can find families with 10 to 15 children. Today we’re going to meet Emília’s family.

9 - In the Hotel

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Today we are going to study the numbers from 100 to 1000 and the verbs in the Present Continuous.

8 - Leather Shoes

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Today we are learning the colors, different kinds of material and the verb QUERER in the present.

7 - What Time Is It?

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Today we are going to learn how to say the time in Portuguese, the numbers from 20 to 100 and the verb PODER (can).

6 - At the Restaurant

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Eating out in Brazil is very inexpensive, especially at the “Kilo” restaurants, where you pay by the weight. In this dialogue, Regina prefers to go to a la carte restaurant.

5 - Let’s Go to the Street Market

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

In today’s dialogue, Solange suggests going to a street market, and Carlos invites her to lunch out afterwards. We’ll also learn the numbers from 1 to 12.

4 - Where Are You From?

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 20:21:03 -0400

Today you’ll learn the names of some countries and how to ask “How do you say this word in Portuguese?”.

3 - A Walk Along the Beach

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Paul Clark is walking along a beach in Rio, but he doesn’t know its name. He asks a nice lady who is passing by. In this episode you’ll also learn the Portuguese alphabet.

2 - Introductions

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 19:54:42 -0400

In this dialogue, you will have an example of how to introduce yourself, introduce someone else and say good-bye.

1 - At a Seminar Reception Desk

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 22:13:00 -0400

We’ll be listening to a dialogue that takes place in Rio de Janeiro, at a seminar reception desk, between the receptionist and Mr. James Youlten. In this dialogue, James Youlten from England tells the receptionist his name, how to spell it and where he comes from.

BrazilianPodClass Introduction

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:13:00 -0400

BrazilianPodClass is a free podcast for those who want to learn Brazilian Portuguese. It is released once a week, for all levels with focus on conversation, vocabulary, grammar and popular expressions.