Inspiration: Frederick Douglass - Ein Junge, der sich den Weg in die Freiheit durch Bildung erkämpft hat. // I talk about how Frederick Douglass learned to read and how knowledge and education can improve our lives.  

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

1. Frederick Douglass bio (0:38)
2. Reading vs Watching T.V. (8:55)
3. Freedom in the word (12:01)
4. Seek Knowledge (15:35)
5. Recap (18:49)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Freedom in the Word

Links:

• How Frederick Douglass learned to read
• Reading books vs. watching TV — is one really better for us?
• How my mother overcame many obstacles and got an education
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Interview: Ich spreche mit einer kanadischen Freundin über Stereotypen und Identität. // I talk with a Canadian friend about stereotypes and identity.

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

1. What was it like to be a Chinese-Canadian in Canada? (1:56)
2. How influential was your banana identity? (7:20)
3. Where are you really from? (12:24)
4. How would you like people to interact with you the first time they meet you? (15:34)
5. Can you tell us about your life in Vienna? (19:20)
6. Can you tell us the story of the Chinese restaurant? (23:40)
7. Final thoughts (31:49)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Where Are You From?

Links:

• How to make poutine
• What does it mean to be white?
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Kryptowährung: Interview mit einem Kryptocurrency Investor, indem ich über die Möglichkeiten dieses Marktes lerne. // I talk with a cryptocurrency investor and learn about the opportunities in this market.

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

• What is cryptocurrency? (3:27)
• Can my account be hacked? (5:41)
• What are some of the risks involved? (10:41)
• What if I’m not technologically savvy, is crypto for me? (15:51)
• How much time do I need to invest into understanding crypt currencies? (18:07)
• What are some beginner tips for crypto investors? (19:21)
• What are some coins you would recommend? (23:41)
• What would you tell someone who is still unsure about investing in cryptocurrency? (26:52)

Question to Consider:

How likely are you to enter the cryptocurrency market?

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Should I Invest in Bitcoin?

Links:

• Bitcoin for beginners
• Tips for investors
• Invest on Binance
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Travel Stories:  Kuba und welche wertvollen Lehren ich dort gelernt habe. // I talk about my trips to Cuba and some lessons I’ve learned from those trips.    

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

Show Notes:

1. Story (0:40)
2. Communism (7:42)
3. Resilience (12:02)
4. Freedom (14:22)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Life is a Carnival

Links:

• Explore Varadero
• Cuba: 50 Years After the Revolution
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Story Time: Die Wichtigkeit auf die kleinen Dinge im Leben zu achten. // The importance of paying attention to the little things in life. 

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Travel Stories: Ich spreche über meine Erfahrungen in Deutschland und wie sich meine Einstellung gegenüber diesem Land verändert hat. // I talk about my experiences in Germany and how I was able to change my opinions about this place.   

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

Show Notes:

1. Story (0:42)
2. Negativity (8:56)
3. Individuals make a country what it is (11:26)
4. Focus on Positivity (14:19)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Germany: A Love Story

Links:

• Benny Rebel Photography
• Berghaus Freiburg
• Podcast episode about why I moved to Germany
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Travel Stories: Costa Rica - 3 Jahre habe ich im Paradies gelebt und erzähle euch die Geschichte wie ich dort meine Frau kennengelernt habe. // I talk about my experiences in the beautiful country of Costa Rica and how that lead to meeting my wife.  

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

Show Notes:

1. Story (0:37)
2. Make Decisions (4:45)
3. Pura Vida Philosophy (10:54)
4. Serendipity (13:07)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

3 Years in Paradise

Links:

• Visit Costa Rica
• The Meaning of Pura Vida
• Podcast episode about Texas
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Inspiration: Ich erzähle die inspirierende Geschichte eines jungen Mädchens aus Guatemala, die viele Hindernisse überwindet, um eine Schulbildung zu erhalten. // I tell the inspiring story of a young girl who overcomes many obstacles in order to get an education. 

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian": 

Show Notes:

1. Story (0:37)
2. Fearlessness (4:25)
3. Determination (7:15)
4. Faith (10:20)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Born For More

Links:

• Guatemala Tourism
• How to be Fearless
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Travel Stories: Texas - Anekdoten aus dem Land der big cars. // I tell some stories from my time living in Texas.

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

Show Notes:

1. Everything is bigger in Texas (2:16)
2. Southern Drawl (6:07)
3. Religion (10:25)
4. Racism (18:05)
5. Southern Hospitality (21:43)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

Why I Love Texas

Links:

• Travel Texas
• Texas Slang
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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Inspiration: Ich spreche über die Kernidee aus dem Buch "Atomic Habits" und wie sie dir helfen kann, deine Ziele 2021 zu erreichen. // I discuss the main ideas from the book “Atomic Habits” to help you achieve your goals in 2021.

Englisch lernen mit "The Canadian":

Show Notes:

1. The 1% Rule (1:15)
2. Focus on systems, not goals (5:04)
3. The importance of environment (13:05)
4. Identity instead of goals (16:52)

Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:

• Achieve Your Goals in 2021

Links:

• Freeletics app
• Duolingo app
• Momentum app
• AutoSleep app
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• 50 Most Common Mistakes Germans Make in English

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