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Welcome to this podcast, where you’ll hear some of the classic stories for children, discover the books I’ve published, and enjoy conversations about Brazilian culture in general.
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Dia dos Povos Indígenas (opens the original)
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In this episode, you'll learn about Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Brazil (celebrated on April 19th), the country’s many Indigenous peoples, languages, traditions, and their important contributions to Brazilian culture. I’ll also talk about the prejudice Indigenous people still face, the struggle to protect their ancestral lands, illegal mining, and the controversy surrounding the “marco temporal.” Join me for this important conversation about Brazil’s history, cultural diversity, and Indigenous rig
Dia da Consciência Negra (opens the original)
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In this episode, we’re talking about Black Consciousness Day in Brazil and why it is celebrated on November 20. We’ll learn about Zumbi dos Palmares, the arrival of enslaved Africans, and what happened to Black Brazilians after slavery was abolished. I’ll also explain the difference between racism and racial insults under Brazilian law, compare racism in Brazil and the United States, and talk about Juneteenth. Join me for this important conversation about history, culture, resistance, and equali
Dia de Cosme & Damião e Halloween no Brasil (opens the original)
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Cosme and Damian, Halloween & Saci Pererê: Brazilian Traditions and Folklore Did you know that Brazilian children have been receiving candy long before Halloween became popular in Brazil? In this episode, we'll explore the tradition of Cosme and Damian , learn about its origins, and discover why people across Brazil celebrate September 27 by sharing sweets with children. We'll also compare this tradition with Halloween , discussing how the holiday arrived in Brazil and how it is celebrated today
Dia de Finados no Brasil (opens the original)
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Welcome to another episode of Brazilian Portuguese! Today, we're going to explore one of Brazil's most meaningful holidays: All Souls' Day , known in Portuguese as Dia de Finados . In this episode, you'll learn how Brazilians remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. We'll compare this tradition with Memorial Day in the United States and Día de los Muertos in Mexico, discovering how different cultures remember the dead in unique ways. You'll also learn about Brazilian funeral tradition
Feriados em outubro no Brasil (opens the original)
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In this episode, you’ll learn about some of the most important celebrations in Brazil during the month of October. Discover why October 12 is both Our Lady of Aparecida Day, a national holiday honoring the patron saint of Brazil, and Children’s Day, one of the most exciting dates for Brazilian families. You’ll also learn about the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida, the tradition of pilgrimages, and what it means to fulfill a religious vow in Brazilian Catholic culture. Finally, we’ll talk
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