João and Miguel catch up and compare their work-life balance. Take note of how compound tenses are used throughout the dialogue.

At the hospital, Mário consults with Lisa about a patient with recurrent gastrointestinal issues, seeking advice on further testing.

Guilherme and Teresa watch the drama unfold at a wedding with a very unconventional priest.

Ester agrees to participate in a statistical study about Mafra families by answering a few questions.

Augusto’s forgetfulness leads to an encounter with Dona Irene, the porteira. They go on to discuss some problems in the apartment building. Note: A porteira is similar to a concierge / janitor / caretaker for an entire building, but nowadays this is a dying profession. The role was often filled by older Portuguese women.

Rafael takes care of his mother, helping her through the morning routine.

Érica and Hélio banter about influencers and their social media habits.

Join Diogo and Sandra in a silly conversation about money troubles and relationship drama. Along the way, take note of how the verb “andar” is used in context.

Ricardo explores a Portuguese sweet shop for the first time.

Manuel and António chat about their Christmas plans.

When you’re not sure how to say something in Portuguese, sometimes you have to take a detour…

Follow Manuel Joaquim’s comical struggle to activate roadside assistance in the Portuguese countryside.