A Little More with Letícia

What song takes you straight back to your childhood or teenage years?

In this episode, I revisit the music, cartoons, and TV shows I grew up with—from dancing to Rouge with my friends to copying Penny’s English in The Big Bang Theory.

I also share how music helped me look beyond my own experiences, the concerts I’d love to relive, and what it’s like introducing my childhood favorites to my children.

Along the way, you’ll learn “to bring back memories”—to make you remember experiences from the past.

“This song brings back memories of my childhood.”

Practice your listening and take a little trip down memory lane with me. Which songs and shows would be part of your story? 🎶

A little more about me, and a little more English for you.

What happens behind the scenes of running an English school?

In this episode, I share how private lessons grew into Another Level—and how I discovered that teaching English and running a business require very different skills.

From organizing finances and setting boundaries to training teachers and learning to create content, I talk about the challenges, lessons, and student achievements that make this journey worthwhile.

You’ll also learn the expression “to wear many hats”—to have several different roles or responsibilities.

“As a business owner, I wear many hats.”

Practice your listening and reflect with me: Do you wear many hats at work? What is one part of your job that people rarely see?

A little more about me, and a little more English for you.

What makes a place feel like home?

In this episode, I share a little update on our new apartment—from furniture we’re still waiting for to mornings on the balcony, colorful decorations, and the reading spaces we’re creating.

I also talk about how everything changes when my children arrive, the memories of my grandmother that I carry with me, and why making people feel welcome matters so much to me.

Along the way, you’ll learn the expression “to settle in”—to start feeling comfortable in a new place or situation.

“We’re still settling into our new home.”

Listen, practice your English, and think about your own answer: What makes you feel at home? 🏡

A little more about me, and a little more English for you.

Can you go weeks without talking to a friend and still feel just as close?

In this episode, I share what friendship looks like in my adult life—from a friendship of more than twenty-five years to a casual catch-up at the mall.

I talk about how living abroad changed my relationships, why my social battery is often low, and what matters to me in a friendship: mutual effort, support during important moments, and the freedom to have our own lives.

Today’s expression: “to catch up with someone” — to talk to someone you haven’t spoken to for a while and hear about what’s been happening in their life.

“I caught up with some friends yesterday.”

You’ll also hear expressions such as “to count on someone,” “to turn down an invitation,” and “to pick up where you left off.”

When was the last time you caught up with a friend?

A little more about me. A little more English for you.

I like beans… without the beans. Confused? Let me explain. 😂

In this episode, I share a little more about my food habits—from my grandmother’s homemade fries and carefully strained bean broth to ordering burgers without toppings in the United States.

I talk about how textures and smells influence my choices, an awkward dinner experience, my children’s different tastes, and the small steps I’m taking toward trying more foods.

Today’s expression: “to be a picky eater” — to be very selective about food.

“I’m a picky eater, especially when it comes to textures.”

You’ll also hear useful phrases for ordering food and asking for changes at restaurants.

Are you a picky eater, or do you love trying new dishes? Listen, practice your English, and tell me what your perfect Sunday lunch would look like!

A little more about me. A little more English for you.

When did politics become personal to you?

In this episode, I share how becoming more aware of social class, race, and inequality changed the way I vote. I reflect on the values that guide my political choices, how motherhood shapes my hopes for the future, and why living abroad strengthened my concerns about prejudice and belonging.

I also talk about navigating political disagreements with people I care about, setting boundaries on social media, and checking sources before believing or sharing information.

Today’s expression: “to stand for something” — to support or represent a particular value, principle, or idea.

“I want to support leaders who stand for equal opportunities.”

This is a personal reflection on my experiences and political views, with everyday English to help you practice your listening.

What values do you stand for?

A little more about me. A little more English for you.

Sometimes, changing your plans doesn’t mean you failed to be productive. It means you recognized what mattered most in that moment.

In this episode, I talk about why I decided not to record over the weekend when my children wanted to stay close to me. I reflect on motherhood, quality time, the guilt we sometimes feel when we don’t complete everything we planned, and what living far away from my children taught me about being truly present.

Today’s language point is the difference between postpone and procrastinate:

• To postpone something — to decide to do it at a later time, often for a specific reason.
• To procrastinate — to delay something unnecessarily, usually because you’re avoiding it.

You’ll also learn the expressions to be present, to catch up on something, to be attached to someone, and to take something for granted.

Have you ever postponed something because another moment felt more important?

A little more about me. A little more English for you.

Have you ever needed a parrot to wake you up so you wouldn’t be late for school? I have. 🦜

In this episode, I talk about something that has followed me since childhood: I’m almost always running late. I share the funny story of how my grandfather used my parrot as an alarm clock, explain why I’m punctual with my students but much more relaxed about social events, and reveal why I need around four hours to get ready.

I also talk about getting the children ready, my husband’s constant time reminders, and whether I genuinely believe I can become more punctual.

Today’s expressions:

• To run late — to be later than planned or expected.
• To put something off — to postpone doing something.
• To make up for something — to compensate for something.
• Back-to-back — happening one immediately after another.

Are you usually on time, or are you always running late too?

A little more about me. A little more English for you.

Getting back into exercise doesn’t always begin with a perfect routine. Sometimes it begins with just twenty minutes of cardio.

In this episode, I talk about my past experience with Muay Thai, why work, motherhood, and other responsibilities took priority for many years, and why I finally feel ready to make exercise part of my life again.

I also share what I dislike about the gym, why getting started is harder than the workout itself, and how I’m trying to build a realistic routine—one day at a time.

Today’s expression: “to get back into something” — to begin doing an activity again after stopping for some time.

Is there an activity you’re trying to get back into? And what is more difficult for you: starting or staying consistent?

A little more about me. A little more English for you.

Have you ever wanted to change your look but felt afraid to take the first step?

In this episode, I share why I’m finally ready to cut my hair into a short blonde bob. From a hair-color decision I regretted to the connection between hair, confidence, and identity, this is a personal conversation about embracing change—even when you’re a little nervous.

Today’s expression: “go for it” — to decide to do something you want to do, even if you feel uncertain.

Practice your listening with a real-life story, and tell me: Have you ever made a big change to your appearance? Did you love it or regret it?

A little more about me. A little more English for you.