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In 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 and Alexia reflect on friendships that became stronger in 2024.

 [12:45]: Discussing gratitude and memorable moments from the year.

 [18:30]: Special places that marked 2024, including Porto, Vigo, and meditation retreats.

 [25:50]: Music that symbolizes 2024 and final thoughts to close the year.

E agora em português!

Neste episódio, Alexia e Foster encerram a retrospectiva de 2024, explorando os relacionamentos, experiências e aprendizados mais marcantes do ano. Desde construir um senso de comunidade no Porto até explorar o crescimento pessoal por meio da meditação e vulnerabilidade, este episódio está cheio de histórias emocionantes e insights. Perfeito para quem quer melhorar o português enquanto se conecta com conversas autênticas e informais sobre a vida e a língua.

 1. Comunidade é Tudo: Construir conexões no Porto trouxe uma rede de apoio sólida e fortaleceu amizades.

 2. Gratidão nos Momentos Simples: Momentos como o primeiro mergulho com a família ou um pôr do sol deslumbrante se tornaram lembretes poderosos da beleza da vida.

 3. O Poder da Vulnerabilidade: Escolher abraçar a vulnerabilidade pode levar ao crescimento, mesmo quando parece desafiador.

[00:01]: Boas-vindas e um resumo do episódio anterior.

 [05:12]: Foster e Alexia refletem sobre amizades que ficaram mais fortes em 2024.

 [12:45]: Gratidão e momentos marcantes do ano.

 [18:30]: Lugares especiais que marcaram 2024, incluindo Porto, Vigo e retiros de meditação.

 [25:50]: Músicas que simbolizam 2024 e considerações finais para encerrar o ano.

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2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷
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A Year in Review: 2024 Reflections and Insights

In 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 experiences meaningfully in conversation.

 • Gain cultural insights into holiday traditions and personal growth journeys.

E agora em português…

Retrospectiva do Ano: Reflexões e Aprendizados de 2024

Neste episódio, Foster e Alexia mergulham em uma conversa reflexiva e emocionante sobre 2024. De crescimento pessoal a surpresas inesperadas, eles compartilham histórias, lições e momentos que marcaram o ano. Este episódio traz lições valiosas para o crescimento pessoal e para o aprendizado de idiomas. Seja para aprimorar seu português brasileiro ou começar 2025 com intenção, as reflexões sinceras de Foster e Alexia irão inspirar você.

Destaques:

 • Um Ano de Contrastes: A visão da Alexia sobre como 2024 “não foi gentil, mas foi necessário.”

 • Experiências Memoráveis: Desde aventuras musicais ao vivo até uma fuga mágica de Natal.

 • Crescimento Pessoal: O foco do Foster em criar hábitos saudáveis e o amor da Alexia pelo Pilates.

 • Lições de Vida: A importância da resiliência, de viver no momento e de fazer as coisas com calma.

 • Descubra novos vocabulários e expressões em português brasileiro.

 • Aprenda a descrever experiências passadas de forma significativa em conversas.

 • Ganhe insights culturais sobre tradições natalinas e jornadas de crescimento pessoal.

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In 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.

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We 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.

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Season 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.

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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. 

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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 anything about soccer, which will be painfully evident in the show
this episode was originally recorded in 2016

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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. 

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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.

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