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The Bridging Borders Podcast Veronika and Sam
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Welcome to "Bridging Borders," the podcast where we try to bridge the gap between cultures through insightful conversations! Together, we explore diverse topics from productivity to language learning all the while helping you improve your English skills.
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18. Don’t Delete Social Media. Do This Instead.
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⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Using Reddit for planning trips
07:18 Use YouTube, Google, and articles for travel recommendations
10:24 Benefits of social media for travel planning
14:32 Overwhelmed by social media content on for you page
19:33 YouTube motivated Veronika to start an Instagram account
22:55 Instagram is for work and content inspiration
29:30 Choice overload: small options make decisions easier
35:42 Approaching social media as work, not leisure
39:11 Set time limits for tasks to focus
43:07 Therapy is crucial for facing personal struggles -
17. How to Become Fluent in Any Language: Effective Learning Techniques
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Do you want to work with us? Email us at: thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com
🔗 LINKS
Bridging Borders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast
Bridging Borders on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Do you need to practice pronunciation?
08:32 Avoid shows and resources beyond your level
11:20 Podcasts can be difficult for beginners
13:52 Struggling with cultural references? Just relax
23:01 Speak early on in language learning
28:11 Don't rely on translations
35:00 Having a teacher might be useful
38:13 Choose an accent when learning a new language
45:37 Choose resources that elevate your current level -
16. Our Music Tastes and Music Festival Experiences
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Do you want to work with us? Email us at: thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com
🔗 LINKS
Bridging Borders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast
Bridging Borders on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Mexico City is known for its food
05:37 Sam loves hip-hop music
08:19 What we think about electronic music
10:21 Popular pop music unites listeners, creates energy
18:17 Some use music to mask internal anxiety
25:26 Veronika's EDC in Mexico City
31:12 Upgrade to VIP at festivals for better experience
40:21 Find fun in experiences -
15. How to Find New Hobbies & Hobby Ideas to Learn in 2024
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Do you want to work with us? Email us at: thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com
🔗 LINKS
Bridging Borders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast
Bridging Borders on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Unique hobbies make people interesting and memorable
04:14 Veronika's hobby is surfing
09:46 Hobbies without goals or objectives
13:12 Sam loves football and self-improvement
22:21 Overcoming fear is crucial for happiness
24:41 Explore physical hobbies to avoid screen time
34:14 Our childhood hobbies
39:17 Team sports are great hobbies
41:31 Hobbies are great for socializing without alcohol -
14. I Got Sick Traveling Solo in Mexico | Language Challenges With Getting Sick Abroad
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Bridging Borders on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Jet lag and feeling out of sync with time
09:28 Coffee may not be the solution
10:44 Good sleep habits
16:36 Motion sickness and food poisoning
25:43 Veronika broke her bone in Mexico
29:33 Healthcare differences in Spain and the UK
35:41 Being sick abroad intensifies the feeling of isolation
39:01 Food poisoning in Mexico -
13. Sam Tries to Guess American Slang | British vs American English
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🔗 LINKS
Bridging Borders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast
Bridging Borders on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Slang words can be region-specific and misunderstood
12:50 Influence of baseball and football on American slang
14:34 Debate over "smack" vs "slap" in America
21:10 Interesting Boston slang words
33:59 Exposure to American culture helps with slang
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