Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com It's that time of the year again and we're here to talk about Christmas. In this episode, Alexia and her dad Marco talk about the meaning of Christmas for Brazilians and some of the differences between celebrating Christmas in Brazil and in Portugal. Ready to…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com The Olympics are right around the corner. Most people think it will be a disaster. We think it is worth talking about the World Cup and how Brazil has handled major events in the past. Hear our take about the World Cup. notes: Foster really doesn't know anyth…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In the final part of our series on Brazilian Music, Pablo, Alexia and Foster talk about the Brazilian Soul and the future of Brazilian music. It is full of great vocabulary and insight. Grab the free worksheet with a completely annotated transcript, best voca…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In part two of a three-part series on Brazilian music, we cover a lot. We talk about instruments, genres, where to see music in Rio, bad jokes about Zika and much more. Most importantly, we talk about how samba never dies. Grab the free worksheet with a compl…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com Brazilian music is essential to what it means to be Brazilian. Brazilians move, they dance, they sing. It's a part of who they are. If you want to understand Brazilians and Brazilian Portuguese: you have to listen to the music. Today's episode is the first in…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In the final episode of Carioca Connection's 9th season, Alexia and Foster reflect on 8 years of creating a Portuguese language learning podcast. They discuss the 3 key themes that have sustained their project: consistency, connection, and conversation. Alexi…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com Celebrate 8 years of Carioca Connection with Alexia and Foster in this anniversary episode! 🎉 From their early days as podcast beginners to becoming experienced language educators, they share honest reflections about teaching Brazilian Portuguese, personal gr…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster talk wrap up their mini-series about the differences between traveling and taking a vacation. They reflect on their busy year, full of flights but with zero days of actual vacation, and discuss how diff…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia & Foster wrap up their mini-series mental health using real-life Brazilian Portuguese. They discuss their personal experiences and share valuable insights on how to navigate emotions and mental well-being in Brazi…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia & Foster dive deeper into their conversation about mental health. They explore essential vocabulary and expressions in Brazilian Portuguese to help you discuss your emotions and mental well-being with confidence. …

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster discuss the personal and universal experience of anxiety. They share insights on managing anxiety, the importance of mental health, and how therapy plays a crucial role in their lives. Through an inform…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the distinction between vacations and travel. Alexia explains her perspective on what constitutes a true vacation, emphasizing the importance of disconnecting from work and responsibilities. T…

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.com In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster discuss their upcoming trip - their first real vacation in years! They explore the difference between visiting family in the US and truly traveling to a new destination. The couple shares insights on: •…