Carioca Connection. Brazilian Portuguese Conversation.

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn this episode, Alexia and Foster wrap up their 2024 retrospective, diving into the most meaningful relationships, experiences, and lessons that shaped their year. From building a sense of community in Porto to exploring personal growth through meditation and vulnerability, this episode is filled with heartfelt stories and insights. Perfect for listeners looking to improve their Brazilian Portuguese while connecting with authentic and informal conversations about life and language. 1. Community is Everything: Building connections in Porto provided a strong support system and deepened friendships. 2. Gratitude in Simple Moments: Moments like a first swim with family or a breathtaking sunset became powerful reminders of life’s beauty. 3. The Power of Vulnerability: Choosing to embrace vulnerability can lead to growth, even when it feels challenging. [00:01]: Welcome and a recap of the previous episode. [05:12]: Foster

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comA Year in Review: 2024 Reflections and InsightsIn this episode, Alexia and Foster dive into a reflective conversation about 2024. From personal growth to unexpected surprises, they share stories, lessons, and moments that shaped their year. This episode offers valuable lessons for personal and language growth. Whether you’re learning Brazilian Portuguese or looking to start 2025 with intention, Foster and Alexia’s honest reflections will inspire you.Key Highlights: • A Year of Contrasts: Alexia’s perspective on how 2024 was “not kind, but necessary.” • Memorable Experiences: From live music adventures to a magical Christmas escape. • Personal Growth: Foster’s focus on creating supportive habits and Alexia’s embrace of Pilates. • Life Lessons: The importance of resilience, living in the moment, and doing things calmly. • Discover new vocabulary and expressions in Brazilian Portuguese. • Learn how to describe past expe

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn this episode, Alexia and Foster talk about New Year's Resolutions, goal setting, and some of the cultural differences related to the topic. As always, Foster's Portuguese is suffering and some humor ensues. Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comWe are back talking about favorite words in Portuguese. This was one of the subjects from our last Live Class from Carioca Connection Club and we wanted to share a little bit more of Alexia's favorite word in Portuguese and the different ways it can be used. Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comSeason 2 is coming to an end. We had so much fun recording Season 2 for you guys and we thought that the most appropriate way to finish this season is taking about all of the reasons we love Brazil. Without further ado, here's the last episode of Season 2. Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIt'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 massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comThe 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 anything about soccer, which will be painfully evident in the showthis episode was originally recorded in 2016 Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn 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 vocabulary and cultural insights for this episode:Free worksheet - Brazilian Music with Pablo - Part 3 Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn 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 completely annotated transcript, best vocabulary and cultural insights for this episode:Free worksheet - Brazilian Music with Pablo - Part 2 Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comBrazilian 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 installment of a three part series about Brazilian music with an expert on the topic: Dr. Pablo Saturnino Braga. In this episode, we talk about why music is central to Brazilian culture and how to understand it better.Grab the free worksheet with a completely annotated transcript, best vocabulary and cultural insights for this episode: Free worksheet - Brazilian Music with Pablo - Part 1 Ready to massively improve your Brazilian Portuguese in 2025?

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn 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. Alexia and Foster share personal anecdotes, like Alexia's first visit to Foster's hometown, and offer insights into maintaining cultural identity while living abroad. This episode is perfect for intermediate to advanced learners looking to deepen their connection with Brazilian Portuguese and culture. E agora em português...No episódio final da nonatemporada do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster refletem sobre 8 anos de criação de um podcast de aprendizado de português. Elas discutem os 3 temas-chave que sustentaram seu projeto: consistência, conexão e conversa. Alexia e Foster compartilham anedotas pessoais, como a primeira visita de Alexia à cidade natal de Foster,

Carioca Connection is officially 8 years old!

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn 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 different people plan (or don’t plan) their trips. Whether you’re the type of traveler who loves a detailed itinerary or prefers to go with the flow, this episode has something for everyone. Key points mentioned:  • How to discuss travel and vacation plans in Brazilian Portuguese, including essential vocabulary and expressions. • Differences between key terms like “viajar” (to travel) and “tirar férias” (to take a vacation) in Brazilian Portuguese. • Understanding and using Brazilian cultural references for planning trips, such as organizing itineraries and buying tickets. • Practice expressing personal preferences in Brazilian Portuguese, whether you like detailed i

Enquanto o Foster está voltando para Portugal depois de perder um familiar, vamos escutar alguns dos nossos episódios favoritos sobre saúde mental em comemoração ao Dia Mundial da Saúde Mental. Já já vamos estar de volta com episódios novos!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 Brazilian Portuguese.From essential vocabulary like “vulnerabilidade” and “elefante branco” to practical expressions for asking for help and supporting others, this episode is rich with language tips that cater to intermediate and advanced learners.Join them for an authentic and engaging conversation about mental health, while enhancing your Brazilian Portuguese skills along the way.E agora em português…Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster abordam o tema muitas vezes não falado da saúde mental. Eles com

Enquanto o Foster está voltando para Portugal depois de perder um familiar, vamos escutar alguns dos nossos episódios favoritos sobre saúde mental em comemoração ao Dia Mundial da Saúde Mental. Já já vamos estar de volta com episódios novos!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. From common words like “anxiety” and “depression” to tricky terms like “psychologist” and “therapy,” this episode is packed with practical language tips that are especially useful for intermediate and advanced learners. Tune in for an honest, insightful conversation about mental health in Portuguese, all while improving your Brazilian Portuguese language skills.E agora em português...Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster mergulham ainda mais fundo na conversa sobre saúde mental.Eles exploram vocabul

Enquanto o Foster está voltando para Portugal depois de perder um familiar, vamos escutar alguns dos nossos episódios favoritos sobre saúde mental em comemoração ao Dia Mundial da Saúde Mental. Já já vamos estar de volta com episódios novos!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 informal, engaging conversation, they highlight the cultural taboos around mental health and how openness can break them down. Let's "name the bulls" (Brazilian expressions can be a little weird sometimes) and get started!Key points include: • Understanding anxiety and its effects • The role of therapy in mental health • Cultural views on mental health and breaking taboos • Personal stories of dealing with anxietyE agora em português...Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster discutem a experiência pessoal e uni

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn 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. The couple their experiences with remote work and the challenges of "unplugging" during trips.Key points include:- The difference between traveling and taking a vacation- Challenges of disconnecting for remote workers- Alexia's definition of a vacation: complete disconnection from work- The ideal vacation length and time needed to fully relax- Strategies for avoiding work-related distractions during time off- The concept of "detoxing" from work responsibilities- Different perspectives on relaxation and vacationAlexia and Foster invite listeners to share their own definitions of what makes a true vacation. Whether it's staying at home or traveling abroad, the hosts

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn 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:• Why they haven't traveled much in recent years, including pandemic restrictions and logistics with their dog• The exhaustion that comes with frequent family visits to the US• The challenges of disconnecting from work while traveling as remote workers• Their upcoming short trip to Spain and the excitement of exploring somewhere new• The difference between traveling and taking a true vacation• How to mentally shift out of work mode while on vacationAlexia and Foster also have a lighthearted discussion about Portuguese expressions and vocabulary, showcasing the language learning process. Join the conversation as we dive deeper into the art of disconnecting while tra

Get the worksheets & complete show notes for this episode at https://cariocaconnection.comIn this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster continue their exploration of the Divertida Mente (Inside Out) film series, focusing on the sequel Divertida Mente 2. They delve into the new emotions introduced in the second film and discuss how it builds on the themes of the first. Join them as they reflect on the film’s portrayal of adolescence and the significance of its emotional insights.Key Takeaways:Film Overview: Divertida Mente 2 continues the journey of Riley, who is now in her early teenage years. The sequel introduces new emotions as Riley navigates the challenges of puberty.New Emotions: The sequel adds several new characters to Riley’s emotional team:Envy (Inveja)Boredom (Tédio)Embarrassment (Vergonha)Nostalgia (Nostalgia)Anxiety (Ansiedade)Emotional Growth: The film highlights the impact of puberty on emotions and the importance of understanding and managing new feelings. Foster and Alexia disc