Gabriela needs someone to take care of her cat while she’s away, so she begs her father, who definitely doesn’t like cats! Could a few weeks together give him a change of heart?
O Pai Que Não Gosta De Gatos
The Father Who Doesn't Like Cats
Em Português, Por Favor!
In Portuguese, Please!
Have you ever spoken to someone in Portuguese, only to have them immediately switch to English on you? The path of least resistance may be to just allow the conversation to stay in English, but in this video, Joel has had enough! He decides to keep the conversation in Portuguese, with the help of a […]
Uma Senhoria Inesperada
An Unexpected Landlady
Joaquim finds a room to rent after a conversation with his friend Joana.
50 Sombras da Avó Odete
50 Shades of Grandma Odete
Avó Odete has been healthy and safe from COVID-19, although she’s not too impressed with having to be regularly tested, (as you’ll see in the video). She’s also been catching up with some reading, although it’s perhaps not exactly what you’d expect! Warning: This video contains explicit language, so please skip it if you’re younger […]
Duas Noites No Hotel
Two Nights At The Hotel
After a long flight to Portugal, Joe is hoping to relax in his hotel room. Unfortunately, the guests next door are not making it easy.
Sapateado em Família
Family Tap Dancing
Rafael and his parents have been stuck at home for a while and they’re running out of options for entertainment!
Uma Relação a Fingir
Daniela is worried about her relationship and goes to her friend Zeca for advice.
O Aniversário da Engraçadinha
The Funny Girl's Birthday
It’s Diana’s birthday and she hates when her guests show up late!
Viagem para Lisboa
Trip to Lisbon
Andreia and Filipe have a long day of travel ahead of them as they make their way to Lisbon by bus, plane, metro, and train.
Um Investimento a Não Perder
An Investment Not to be Missed
Carlos tells Rute about a beautiful home in Sintra that is a bit out of her price range.
Deixa-me Dormir!
Let Me Sleep!
Another day at home begins and Martim is already hungry and bored. Lara has to get creative if she wants to sleep in.
O Céu Noturno
The Night Sky
After a long day stuck indoors, Sofia and Lucas try their best to enjoy a night outside on their balcony.
Uma Educação
An Education
Patrícia and José discuss whether to send their son to public or private school.
A Caminho da Aula de Condução
On the Way to the Driving Lesson
Rita is running late to her driving class. Luckily, she runs into António who gives her a ride and asks about her upcoming test.
Um Mau Corte de Cabelo
A Bad Haircut
The hairdresser is closed, so Joana has to take matters into her own hands.
A Ilha da Madeira
The Island of Madeira
Learn all about the Portuguese island of Madeira in this Shorty written by Edyta, the author of Say Yes to Madeira travel blog. This Shorty will help you learn some generic phrases, but also a couple of useful words which will definitely come in handy when visiting the island.
O Ditado
The Dictation
A teacher reads aloud to her class and then assigns homework. One student decides to share his disappointment.
Maratona de Leitura
Reading Marathon
Featured Shorty: “Diário de uma Quarent(o)ena II.”
A lot has happened, to say the least, since we last recorded a podcast episode!
We start out by challenging your comprehension with casual Portuguese conversation to get you up to speed on what’s been happening with us personally as well as in the world… since we know we are definitely your primary resource for all things COVID-19!
We spend the rest of the episode tweaking the pronunciation of our brave listeners who once again contributed their recordings. (Obrigado!)
We review the pronunciation of the different R, S, E, and O sounds, perfecting the cadence and flow of Portuguese sentences… plus, you’ll discover a word that even Rui has trouble pronouncing!
A Ponta de Sagres
Sagres Point
Learn more about the tip of Sagres and its importance in the era of the Portuguese discoveries.
O Almoço de Família
The Family Lunch
Inês brings her boyfriend to lunch to meet Grandpa Ernesto and the rest of the family.
O Vestido Para a Festa
The Dress For The Party
Luísa can’t decide which dress to wear to a party, so she asks her husband for his opinion.
Um Gato Capitalista
A Capitalist Cat
Sofia and Rui have just adopted two cats: Simba and Milka. They start to worry when they realize Simba hasn’t eaten any of his cat food. Perhaps he’s been eating something else…?
Apoio Ao Cliente
Customer Support
João calls the gas company’s customer service line after waiting all morning for a technician to show up.
Ouro Líquido… ou Azeite?
Liquid Gold... or Olive Oil?
Olive oil is produced extensively in Portugal and has been an integral part of the history and culture. You’ll be surprised by the number of diverse uses for this precious oil. Here’s a longer Shorty for you (a Longy?) at about 8 minutes!