Whether you’re talking about cleaning, or even the extinction of dinosaurs, there is always a good excuse to practice European Portuguese!
Atualidade 3
Current Affairs 3
Diálogo 20 – O Rui Procura Emprego
Rui Looks for a Job
You’re unemployed in Portugal and you don’t know what to say in a job interview? This episode could be for you! The idea came from an email from a member (Obrigado Oleg!) who would like to hear a more formal dialogue in a professional context. This is our version, we hope you like it!
Atualidade 2
Current Affairs 2
At first we had the articles and the dialogues. Then came the legends, and now the “Actualidades” (Current Events):
- A boy who can’t read
- A minister who buys sneakers from a bum
- A news story that “puxa a brasa à nossa sardinha“
Pulls what?? Não sabes? Pois, mas podes aprender! Test your Portuguese, and your patience!
A Lenda da Rainha Santa Isabel
The Legend of the Queen Saint Elizabeth
Have you heard the legend of the “Holy Queen”, one of the most beautiful Portuguese legends? She tells us about a miracle, but the most important thing is the message of solidarity we are left with. (With the participation of Ana Coimbra and Rui Coimbra Sr.!)
Atualidade 1
Current Affairs 1
It’s the first episode of current events! In this new format we will share the most discussed news stories of the week. They will be more dynamic episodes, in which Rui and Joel participate simultaneously. Are you ready?
Tradições de Natal
Christmas Traditions
Christmas in Portugal — the habits, the traditions, and the typical dishes. Discover everything in a two-speed text. Slow so you can understand, fast so you can practice!
O Joel Vai Ao Hospital
Joel Goes to the Hospital
Update: January 12, 2018 – As a gift to us and all Practice Portuguese fans, our friend Wayne has turned this episode into a fully-animated cartoon. The video is free for everyone to watch, plus our supporting Members get access to a special version with subtitles for improving comprehension. ~~~ Getting sick can cause pain and […]
Amendoeiras Em Flôr
Almond Trees in Bloom
This episode tells us a story in which love transforms the impossible into the possible. Although it is a legend, we like to believe that love like this can exist.
O Joel Quer Comprar Uma Mota
Joel Wants to Buy a Motorcycle
Joel has a new project — buying a motorcycle to drive in Lisbon! Will it be easier than taking a taxi? Does Joel know how to do business in Portuguese? Vrum vrum!
New Video Released! Pastéis de Belém ou de Nata? (2015 Video Version)
New Video Released! "Pastéis de Belém" or "Pastéis de Nata"? (2015 Video Version)
Previously released as audio only, this classic episode has been brought to life with beautiful visuals by animator (and friend of Practice Portuguese), Wayne! A BIG thanks for his countless hours of work in reimagining this Practice Portuguese episode. Just like all of our other episodes, logged-in Members can access the version with Portuguese subtitles […]
Pizza na Hora, Márcio o Brasileiro (Animated!!)
Pizza on Time, Márcio the Brazilian
Previously released as audio-only, one of our all-time favourite episodes has been brought to life as a fully animated feature, by our friend Wayne! Watch European Portuguese and Brazilian Portuguese face off head-to-head in this very special animated episode. A special Obrigado also goes out to the voice actors, Márcio (Brasileiro) and Luis (Português) for their talent contribution.
O Joel Quer Pipocas!
Joel Wants Popcorn!
Updated February 4, 2019: As a gift to us and all Practice Portuguese fans, our friend Wayne has turned this episode into a fully-animated cartoon.
Joel goes to the cinema and is faced with various decisions… Let’s see whether his Portuguese skills are up to the challenge!
O Joel Vai à Polónia
Joel Goes to Poland
Joel wants to travel in Europe and decides to accept a very interesting suggestion. Do you know this Polish city? What is your favourite European city?
O Rui Vai Correr a Maratona
Rui's Running the Marathon
In this episode I will talk about a personal dream and share with you one of my passions. All in clear, slow, and simple Portuguese.
Pizza na Hora, Márcio o Brasileiro
Pizza on Time, Márcio the Brazilian
Pizza na Hora receives another order, but this time the problem is communication. Is it possible that a Portuguese can’t understand a Brazilian? Updated January 29, 2015 – As a gift to us and all of the other Practice Portuguese fans, member and friend Wayne has turned this episode into a fully-animated cartoon.