In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster delve into an unexpected journey with Alexia’s father. What started as a simple medical check-up turned into a profound experience involving heart examinations and surgeries. They share this personal story, revealing how it impacted their lives and language learning, while offering insights into Brazilian expressions and culture. This episode is a blend of heartfelt anecdotes and real-life Portuguese, perfect for learners who want more than just textbook phrases.

E agora em português… 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster mergulham em uma jornada inesperada com o pai de Alexia. O que começou como um simples check-up médico se transformou em uma experiência profunda envolvendo exames e cirurgias cardíacas. Eles compartilham essa história pessoal, revelando como isso impactou suas vidas e o aprendizado do idioma, enquanto oferecem insights sobre expressões e cultura brasileiras. Este episódio é uma mistura de anedotas emocionantes e português da vida real, perfeito para quem busca mais do que apenas frases de livros didáticos.

As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

• (00:00) - – Welcome to Carioca Connection: Real Portuguese Conversations
• (02:23) - – A Blackout in Brazil and Family Dynamics – Portuguese Listening Practice
• (03:46) - – Talking About Health in Portuguese: Alexia’s Father's Story
• (06:29) - – Brazilian Medical Exams and a Funny Machine – Learn Real Vocabulary
• (12:22) - – What Is Catheterization? Learn Medical Portuguese Vocabulary
• (16:28) - – Understanding the Variables of a Catheterization – Speak Like a Native

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– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster chronicle their chaotic experience during a blackout in Portugal. They share how they managed a day filled with challenges, from finding food with limited options to ensuring Alexia’s father’s safe discharge from the hospital. The episode highlights the importance of teamwork and staying calm in emergencies. Listen as they discuss the unpredictability of real-life situations and how they navigated them with resilience. As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

E agora em português… 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster contam a experiência caótica que viveram durante um apagão em Portugal. Eles compartilham como lidaram com um dia repleto de desafios, desde encontrar comida com opções limitadas até garantir a alta hospitalar do pai de Alexia em segurança. O episódio destaca a importância do trabalho em equipe e de manter a calma em situações de emergência. Ouça como eles discutem a imprevisibilidade das situações reais e como as enfrentaram com resiliência. Como sempre, esse episódio está repleto de português brasileiro autêntico que você nunca encontrará em livros didáticos ou aplicativos. Aproveite!

• (00:00) - Introdução ao Apagão
• (02:17) - O Caos do Apagão
• (04:39) - A Corrida ao Supermercado
• (06:24) - Desafios no Hospital
• (09:33) - Preparativos para a Volta para Casa
• (11:31) - A Noite Chegando
• (13:27) - Momentos de Calmaria
• (15:14) - Reflexões sobre o Apagão
• (18:19) - O Alívio da Luz Retornando

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the unexpected challenges they faced during a massive power outage in the Iberian Peninsula. They share their personal experiences and insights into how they coped with the chaos, providing a unique perspective on resilience and adaptability.

This episode stands out with its real-life account of navigating daily life without electricity, offering listeners a chance to learn practical Portuguese expressions and Brazilian cultural nuances.

You'll learn everyday Portuguese expressions that come up in situations like these – the kind of natural, authentic language that emerges when people deal with real problems. As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won't find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

E agora em português! 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster mergulham nos desafios inesperados que enfrentaram durante um grande apagão na Península Ibérica.

Eles compartilham suas experiências pessoais e insights sobre como lidaram com o caos, oferecendo uma perspectiva única sobre resiliência e adaptabilidade.

Este episódio se destaca pelo seu relato real de como navegar pela vida cotidiana sem eletricidade, dando aos ouvintes a chance de aprender expressões práticas em português e nuances culturais brasileiras.Vocês vão aprender expressões cotidianas em português que surgem em situações como essas – o tipo de linguagem natural e autêntica que emerge quando as pessoas lidam com problemas reais.

Como sempre, este episódio está repleto de português brasileiro da vida real que vocês não vão encontrar em livros didáticos ou aplicativos. Aproveitem!

• (00:00) - Welcome and Introduction
• (02:09) - Memories from April 28, 2025
• (03:12) - The Iberian Peninsula Blackout
• (04:37) - How It All Started
• (10:13) - Reactions and Theories
• (12:54) - The Rush at the Hospital
• (18:30) - Discharge and Transport

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster talk about their weekend at a plant show in Porto, Portugal. They saw orchids, bromeliads, and bonsais. Alexia started gardening during the pandemic and now wants to learn more. Foster talks about how gardening helps him relax and adds value to his life. They discuss plant care in Brazil, including local terms and stories that show you Brazilian Portuguese as people really speak it - not what you find in textbooks.

E agora em português... 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster falam sobre o fim de semana em uma exposição de plantas no Porto. Eles viram orquídeas, bromélias e bonsais. Alexia começou a cuidar de plantas durante a pandemia e agora quer aprender mais. Foster conta como a jardinagem o ajuda a relaxar e traz valor à sua vida. Eles conversam sobre o cuidado com plantas no Brasil, com termos locais e histórias que mostram o português brasileiro como as pessoas realmente falam - não o que você encontra nos livros.

As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster celebrate Buddy’s fifth birthday! 🥳

They reflect on how pets enrich our lives with love, companionship, and life lessons. They share a delightful weekend filled with sunshine, park visits, and reflections on time. The episode emphasizes the importance of routine for pets and the deep bond formed with them.

As always, this episode is full of real-life, genuine Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

E agora em português… 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster celebram o quinto aniversário do Buddy! 🥳

Eles refletem sobre como os pets enriquecem nossas vidas com amor, companhia e lições de vida. Eles compartilham um fim de semana maravilhoso cheio de sol, visitas ao parque e reflexões sobre o tempo. O episódio enfatiza a importância da rotina para os pets e o vínculo profundo formado com eles. Está recheado de expressões autênticas em português brasileiro e percepções culturais que tornam o aprendizado do idioma agradável.

Como sempre, este episódio está cheio de português brasileiro genuíno e real que você não encontrará em livros didáticos ou aplicativos. Aproveite!

• (00:00) - Welcome and Introduction
• (02:31) - Buddy's Birthday
• (03:52) - Walk in the Park
• (05:17) - Reflections on the Life of Pets
• (07:55) - Lessons from Buddy
• (10:35) - Understanding Pets Behavior
• (12:27) - Buddy's Personality
• (14:41) - Lessons in Patience and Rest

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster continue their conversation “Tiny Experiments” and the mental barriers that often accompany personal growth journeys. They discuss perfectionism, escapism, and cynicism—three common hurdles that can stop us from trying new things. Through a candid conversation, Alexia shares her experiences with ceramics and how she plans to experiment by selling her handmade pieces. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in personal development and learning real-life Brazilian Portuguese.

E agora em português… 🇧🇷

Neste episódio de Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster continuam sua conversa sobre "Pequenos Experimentos" e as barreiras mentais que frequentemente acompanham jornadas de crescimento pessoal.

Eles discutem perfeccionismo, escapismo e cinismo—três obstáculos comuns que podem nos impedir de tentar coisas novas. Em uma conversa sincera, Alexia compartilha suas experiências com cerâmica e como ela planeja experimentar vendendo suas peças feitas à mão. Este episódio é uma mina de ouro de insights para qualquer pessoa interessada em desenvolvimento pessoal e em aprender português brasileiro da vida real.

As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

• (00:00) - Introduction to Carioca Connection
• (02:12) - Mental Barriers in Tiny Experiments
• (04:53) - Reflections on Perfectionism and Cynicism
• (07:40) - Alexia’s Tiny Experiment
• (10:28) - The Importance of Imperfection in Ceramics
• (12:08) - Planning the Tiny Experiment
• (15:53) - Action and Continuity in the Experiment

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Foster and Alexia dive into the world of “Tiny Experiments,” a book that explores how small, purposeful experiments can lead to greater freedom and curiosity in life. Foster shares his excitement and slight nervousness about introducing this concept as a mini-series on the podcast. Together, they explore how this idea applies not only to personal development but also to learning Brazilian Portuguese in a more fun and experimental way. Get ready for insights into setting meaningful goals and embracing a more flexible path to success.

E agora em português… 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Foster e Alexia mergulham no mundo do livro “Tiny Experiments”, que explora como pequenos experimentos intencionais podem trazer mais liberdade e curiosidade para a vida. Foster compartilha sua empolgação e um pouco de nervosismo ao apresentar esse conceito como uma minissérie no podcast. Juntos, eles discutem como essa ideia se aplica não apenas ao desenvolvimento pessoal, mas também ao aprendizado do português brasileiro de uma forma mais divertida e experimental. Prepare-se para insights sobre como estabelecer metas significativas e adotar um caminho mais flexível para o sucesso.

As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster delve into the fascinating world of Brazilian expressions, proverbs, and sayings. They explore popular phrases like “Quem ama o feio, bonito lhe parece” and “Antes só do que mal acompanhado,” providing insights into their meanings and cultural significance. With a mix of humor and practicality, they help listeners understand these expressions that often puzzle foreigners. Whether you’re a language learner or just curious about Brazilian culture, this episode is packed with valuable insights that go beyond the textbook. Enjoy!

E agora em português… 🇧🇷

Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster mergulham no fascinante universo das expressões, provérbios e ditados brasileiros. Eles exploram frases populares como “Quem ama o feio, bonito lhe parece” e “Antes só do que mal acompanhado”, fornecendo insights sobre seus significados e importância cultural. Com uma mistura de humor e praticidade, eles ajudam os ouvintes a entender essas expressões que muitas vezes intrigam os estrangeiros. Seja você um aprendiz de idiomas ou apenas curioso sobre a cultura brasileira, este episódio está repleto de insights valiosos que vão além dos livros didáticos. Aproveite!

As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!

• (00:00) - Introdução ao Carioca Connection
• (02:20) - Expressões Engraçadas do Português
• (04:14) - O Que Não Mata, Engorda
• (06:09) - Sorte no Jogo, Azar no Amor
• (07:55) - Antes Só do Que Mal Acompanhada
• (09:48) - Coração de Mãe
• (10:39) - Se Correr, o Bicho Pega
• (12:30) - Acorda Sempre, Arrebenta do Lado Mais Fraco
• (13:29) - Dinheiro Não Traz Felicidade

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Just a few members-only benefits:

– All Carioca Connection worksheets ($297 value)
– Weekly live conversation classes with Alexia & Foster ($199)
– The Fundamentals of Brazilian Portuguese course ($199)
– New member onboarding call ($50)
– Office hours + Q&A sessions ($149)
– The Adventures with Alexia series ($99)
– A vibrant community of passionate Brazilian Portuguese learners (priceless?)
– Support your favorite indie podcasters (eternal gratitude 🙏)

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