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TED Talks Posted by Rachel on Aug 18, 2010
Great news for all language students! The TED website allows you to watch videos (all in English) with subtitles in dozens of languages! This means you can practice your Portuguese skills by adding subtitles to English videos where they are available. When you click the links, just look for the text below the video that…
Luan Santana: A Sertanejo Sensation Posted by Rachel on Aug 16, 2010
If you’re not familiar with popular music in Brazil, you’re probably not familiar with Luan Santana. But this pop sensation has become one of the top-selling artists in the country, something of a male version of Taylor Swift. Luan Santana was born in the capital of Mato Grosso do Sul in 1991. Early on, his…
The Amazon Trekker Posted by Rachel on Aug 12, 2010
One of the big stories in the news this week is about Ed Stafford, a thirty-four year-old Brit who spent two and a half years walking the entire length of the Amazon River and just arrived at the end, in Belém. He ended his miraculous journey after briefly passing out, shortly before reaching the Atlantic…
Listening Comprehension: Cosmos Posted by Rachel on Aug 11, 2010
Today we’re going to try out a listening exercise about the New York Cosmos and Pelé. Watch the video, and read the short text that goes with the video. Questions 1. How long has it been since the Cosmos played? 2. When did Pelé play for the Cosmos? 3. How does the return of the…
Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff Posted by Rachel on Aug 4, 2010
When you think of stroganoff, you might think of Russian food, since the dish originated in Russia. But it’s also very popular in Portugal and Brazil, and is a definite Brazilian staple. So today, we’re going to learn how to make chicken stroganoff. Don’t forget the potato sticks to put on top when you’re done!…
Pretender Vs. Fingir Posted by Rachel on Aug 2, 2010
Did you know that you can request posts about things you want to learn? It’s easy – just leave a comment or join our Facebook community and connect with us there. We received a request from a reader who wanted to know more about the verb pretender, so let’s take a look. 1. Pretender [to…
Brazil Documentary Online Posted by Rachel on Jul 29, 2010
I found this neat little documentary, which is available for free on YouTube, called Caboclos de um Brasil Caboclo. A caboclo is a Brazilian of indigenous and European descent, and this short film discusses Brazilian religious traditions that combine indigenous, African, and European influences. Check it out!