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FYI - For Your Inglés
Hosted by Alberto Alonso · EN
Hello, English explorers! Welcome to FYI (For Your Inglés)! You'll learn so much more than just English in this weekly show. We delve into a wide range of fascinating topics. No topic is too tough to tackle: jeans, dogs, sneakers, Central Park, wine, Area 51, essential verbs, and etc. Send me suggestions for topics you'd like to hear about in future episodes. I'd love to hear from you. My aim is to educate, enlighten, and entertain you, all at the same time. Have fun while learning about spectacular stuff in English! For exclusive bonus content in our curious community check out my https://patreon.com/albertoalonso *Intro music = Souvenir by Augusto Hernandez
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Tennis
Jun 1500:25:33Tap to summarizeIts popularity is constantly in crescendo, from the local courts in tiny towns to the tremendous tournaments and tours, and even on the tv sets it graces all across the universe. Aces, grab your rackets and wrist bands and get ready to bounce balls back and forth. We’re all set to play a few sets of the smashing sport of tennis on this week’s episode of FYI!Special thanks to my guest Ximena HollidaySupport the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →Lego
Jun 1200:24:22Tap to summarizeThese basic building blocks have bedazzled billions of budding brains since birth, basically. Perhaps no toy has penetrated popular culture quite like these classic, curious, colorful creations from our childhood. Sharing is caring! We’ll get lost in the long-lasting world of Lego on this week’s episode of FYI!----------------------Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →NYC Subway
Jun 1000:27:22Tap to summarizeAll aboard! This essential engine tirelessly lugs the masses around NYC in an intricate ever-growing network. It keeps the city’s commuters moving constantly, and it never closes. It’s open 24/7/365. Next stop: FYI. Stand clear of the closing doors. Get ready to ride the NYC subway with us on this week’s episode of FYI!Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →Star Wars
Jun 800:30:46Tap to summarizeThis spellbinding galactic space saga has amazed and dazzled the masses since its inception in the swinging 70s. Perhaps no other series has solidified its staying power quite like this multi-generational megalithic masterpiece of movies, marketing, and merchandise. Light up your lightsabers and let’s go kick some imperial ass! We’ll spill the beans on Star Wars on this week’s episode of FYI!Special Thanks to:Juan SoloKyle MillarRob GramsAlvaro QuesadaGermain Vega--------------------------Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →Bees
Jun 500:24:49Tap to summarizeThese black and yellow social insects swoop, swarm, and sting as they hover around their hive, which is both their home and hangout. But “bee” careful because you might get stung. We’ll babble on about bees on this week’s episode of FYI!Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →Museum Mile NYC
Jun 300:21:27Tap to summarizeThere’s a copious concentration of culture, art, and artifacts from all around the world, and it’s all smack dab in the middle of a major metropolis. This happening haven for art aficionados is just a stone’s throw from NYC’s iconic Central Park. We’ll meander around the amazing mecca known as museum mile on this week’s episode of FYI!Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →7 Wonders
Jun 100:24:36Tap to summarizeGet ready to go on an amazing adventure to some of the most spectacular places on the planet! We’ll trek through historic terrain as we take in art, architecture and culture all in the same breath. Grab your canteens, comfortable shoes and a camera cos we’re going to wander around the wonders of the world. We’ll suss out the 7 wonders on this week’s episode of FYI! Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →Entrepreneurship (with Fran Monaj)
May 2900:29:51Tap to summarizeMy amigo Fran Monaj joins us on the pod this week. He's is a dynamic, interesting, and kind entrepreneur. He'll tell us all about how he started his successful online teaching business: You Talk TV. It was an absolute pleasure chatting with this gifted guy! I hope you enjoy this week's episode of FYI! Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →Bikes
May 2700:27:36Tap to summarizePerhaps it’s one of the most popular pastimes on the planet. Pedaling provides people with personal freedom and even empowers us. Whether you are a recreational rider, a serious racer, or just trying to stay in shape, cycling is simply a spectacular sport. Get pumped up as we get a grasp on bikes on this week’s episode of FYI!Special Thanks to my awesome students: Vicente AKA (BornToIronMan), Edgar, Cristina, and Joaquin! Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
Transcribe →The Roman Empire
May 2500:22:17Tap to summarizeIt’s often referred to as the epitome of empire. It’s still considered a reference as far as innovation, infrastructure, and ingenuity are concerned. The remnants of their controversial conquests can be contemplated in every corner of the globe, from Corsica to Constantinople and beyond. Hail, Cesar! Charge! We’ll seize the day and roam around what remains of The Roman Empire on this week’s episode of FYI!Support the showJOIN our curious community for tons of EXCLUSIVE BONUS content:early accessbonus contentPDF resourcesweekly group classesmonthly private classesdirect access to me in chat groupmany more benefitsAdditional FREE content!
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