Episode 35: Do Americans Really Do That? Fact or Influencer Myth?
Do Americans really drink milk with dinner? Do they bathe babies in the kitchen sink? In this episode, I share a funny story about meeting my Brazilian friend Ronaldo and fact-checking common influenc...
3 Maalis 9min
Episode 34: Complaining in the U.S.: Indirect is Best!
In this episode, Jason shares a story about his Brazilian friend Renata, who gets surprising reactions when she complains very directly in the United States. Through situations in a restaurant, hotel,...
3 Maalis 9min
Episode 33: 10 Foods That Were "Born in the USA"
Many people say the United States has no real national cuisine. Is that true? In this episode, I talk with my Spanish friend Javier about ten foods that are truly American. We explore how immigration ...
25 Helmi 8min
Episode 32: Majors, Football, and Fraternities: American College Life Explained
Have you ever wondered what college life is really like in the United States? In this episode, I explain how students enter college, what dorm life is like, how majors and minors work, and why footbal...
25 Helmi 9min
Episode 31: One Crazy Week: American Spring Break Explained
What is Spring Break in the United States? In this episode, I explain when it happens, why students look forward to it, and where they travel — from Florida to Cancun and even Europe. We talk about be...
25 Helmi 7min
Episode 30: Teens at the Wheel: Getting an American Driver's License
In this episode, I explain how people get a driver’s license in the United States. You’ll learn about the learner’s permit, the written test, the vision test, and the road test. I also compare the pro...
19 Helmi 7min
Episode 29: That's Lit! American Social Media Slang
Have you ever read a text in English and felt confused? In this episode, Jason tells a funny story about his Brazilian friend Ronaldo, who needs help understanding American texting and social media sl...
19 Helmi 7min
Episode 28: Black History Month: A 100-Year Story
In this episode, Jason explains Black History Month in clear, simple English. Learn how it began in 1926 as Negro History Week and why it is celebrated every February. Discover important historical fi...
13 Helmi 8min
