Carioca Connection. Brazilian Portuguese Conversation.

Alexia and I work online. That means we can work from more or less wherever we want. Awesome, right? Well, most of the time. Sometimes it can be lonely and isolating. That's why we have gotten really into co-working spaces, most notably WeWork. Even if you don't work remotely, this is a fascinating topic that is changing the way we work and find community. And of course, lots of awesome Brazilian Portuguese.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

Last episode, we talked about Vinicius. Today, Alexia talks about one of her favorite poems by O Poetinha: Se você quer ser minha namorada. Followed by a dramatic reading.-------------------Se você quer ser minha namoradaMeu poeta eu hoje estou contente Todo mundo de repente ficou lindo, ficou lindo de morrer Eu hoje estou me rindo, nem eu mesma sei de que Porque eu recebi uma cartinhazinha de você Se você quer ser minha namorada Ah, que linda namorada você poderia ser Se quiser ser somente minha Exatamente essa coisinha, essa coisa toda minha Que ninguém mais pode ser Você tem que me fazer um juramento De só ter um pensamento, ser só minha até morrer E também de não perder esse jeitinho de falar devagarinho Essas histórias de você E de repente me fazer muito carinho E chorar bem de mansinho sem ninguém saber porquê E se mais do que minha namorada Você quer ser minha amada, minha amada, mas amada pra valer Aquela amada pelo amor predestinada Sem a qual a vida é nada, sem a qual se quer morrer Você tem que vir

Foster and Alexia continue the theme of Brazilian music talking about another one of the great Brazilian musicians: Vinicius de Moraes. Colloquially known as O Poetinha, it is hard to overstate his importance on Brazilian music. This episode if full of cool information, scandals, anecdotes between Alexia's family and Vinicius, and of course, tons of mistakes by Foster. Please enjoy.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

This is part II of a fascinating conversation with Renato from Learn Brazilian Guitar.If you have listened to Carioca Connection for a while, then you know how much we love Brazilian music. That is why we are so excited to have today's special guest, Renato from www.learningbrazilianguitar.com/. Renato is a maestro when it comes to Brazilian music and is an amazing musician himself. In this episode, we talk about Renato's history with Brazilian music, some of the most famous songs and movements in Brazilian music, and a lot more. For music lovers and Brazilian lovers alike, this wide-ranging conversation has something for everyone.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

If you have listened to Carioca Connection for a while, then you know how much we love Brazilian music. That is why we are so excited to have today's special guest, Renato from www.learningbrazilianguitar.com/. Renato is a maestro when it comes to Brazilian music and is an amazing musician himself. In this episode, we talk about Renato's history with Brazilian music, some of the most famous songs and movements in Brazilian music, and a lot more. For music lovers and Brazilian lovers alike, this wide-ranging conversation has something for everyone.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

In this episode, Foster is in the hot seat. Alexia is asking him questions about his experience with learning Portuguese and how to learn any language more efficiently. Hopefully, to Foster's embarrassment, this episode will help you learn Portuguese faster and avoid some common mistakes.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

If you are anything like us, you spend a lot of time on your phone. In today's episode, we talk about our relationship with technology and how it is affecting our mental health.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

In this episode, Alexia and Foster explore the wonderful city of Teresópolis, a tiny town tucked into the mountains of the state of Rio de Janeiro. Teresópolis is full of natural wonders like national parks, waterfalls, and a unique culture. If you're lucky, you might even see a sloth. Have a listen and learn real Brazilian Portuguese.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

If you are interested in Brazil, you've probably heard of feijoada. If so, you know you are in for a treat. If you've never heard of feijoada, you can't leave Brazil without trying this classic dish that will put you into a food coma for days.

Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul is one of the most beautiful places in Brazil. You could say, well, it is super bonito ☀️In this episode, Alexia and Foster talk about the wonders of Bonito as well as some life or death situations that Alexia faced on her trip there, namely being almost killed by wild pigs

If you have listened to Carioca Connection for a while, you know how much we love and appreciate Brazilian music. And no conversation about Brazilian music is complete without talking about Caetano Veloso. So without further ado, everything you need to know to get you started with this amazing Brazilian artist.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

We all know the game would you rather, right? Well, this time we try our luck in Portuguese. Which means Foster suffers trying to make snap judgements on air. Hilarity ensues. Have a listen and learn some real Brazilian Portuguese.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

Last episode, we talked about the complicated security situation in Rio de Janeiro nowadays. Now, the federal military has entered Rio. We talk about what is going on and what you need to know if you are traveling to Brazil.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

Neste episódio, Alexia e Foster fala sobre nossa cidade favorita: Rio de Janeiro. Mas, o Rio está complicado hoje em dia. Damos uma olhada na situação complicado no Rio de Janeiro hoje em dia. 2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

In this episode, Alexia reads one of her favorite poems by Carlos Drummond de Andrade, A Bruxa. It's beautiful, entertaining, and educational. Enjoy.-------------------------A BruxaNesta cidade do RioDe dois milhões de habitantesEstou sozinho no quartoEstou sozinho na América.Estarei mesmo sozinho?Ainda há pouco um ruídoAnunciou vida a meu lado.Certo não é vida humana,Mas é vida. E sinto a BruxaPresa na zona de luz.De dois milhões de habitantes!E nem precisava tanto...Precisava de um amigo,Desses calados, distantes,Que lêem verso de HorácioMas secretamente influemNa vida, no amor, na carne.Estou só, não tenho amigo,E a essa hora tardiaComo procurar amigo?E nem precisava tanto.Precisava de mulherQue entrasse nesse minuto,Recebesse esse carinhoSalvasse do aniquilamentoUm minuto e um carinho loucosQue tenho para oferecer.Em dois milhões de habitantesQuantas mulheres prováveisInterrogam-se no espelhoMedindo o tempo perdidoAté que venha a manhãTrazer leite, jornal, calma.Porém a essa hora vaziaComo descobrir mulhe

In this episode, Alexia and Foster talk about books. Yep, back to the basics. In a world of tweets, snaps, and stories, we think it is worthwhile to talk about some of the great Brazilian works of literature. 2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

In the last few episodes, we've been talking about Paraty, Rio de Janeiro, and the surrounding areas. Today, we finish of the series talking about Trindade, one of our favorite (or at least Foster's favorite) vacation spots. Learn real Portuguese through natural conversation with Carioca Connection. New episodes every week.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

In the last episode, we talked about the historical center of Paraty. In this episode, we disconnect to one of the most secluded beaches in Brazil - Praia do Sono. If you haven't heard about it, it's more than worth checking out. As always, the episode is full of real Brazilian Portuguese.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

Neste episódio, Alexia e Foster falam sobre uma das suas cidades prediletas do Brasil: Paraty. If you're taking a trip to Brazil, it's a must visit. Learn more about this wonderful historic city in today's episode.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com

In this episode, Alexia & Foster talk about how to introduce yourself in Portuguese, have small talk, chit-chat, whatever you want to call it. This episode is all about the little things you need to know how to say but you will never learn in the books. Bora?2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join us in the Carioca Connection Club. https://cariocaconnection.com