Carioca Connection - Brazilian Portuguese Conversation

Carioca Connection - Brazilian Portuguese Conversation

Learn Brazilian Portuguese with real-life conversations you'll never find in textbooks or apps. Join bilingual hosts Alexia (đŸ‡§đŸ‡· native speaker) and Foster (đŸ‡ș🇾 learner) as they share their daily life through compelling conversations that will help you understand native speakers more clearly and speak Brazilian Portuguese with confidence.

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November 13, 2025 ‱ 15 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In today's episode, we talk about one of our favorite subjects: dogs! If you've been following the show for a while now, you probably already know that we are huge dog lovers. Even if you don't like dogs...wait who does...

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This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


As vogais nasais sĂŁo de causar confusĂŁo. E existem tantas em portuguĂȘs que criamos esse episĂłdio especialmente para vocĂȘ conseguir treinar e tirar todas as suas dĂșvidas. Nesse episĂłdio focamos nas Vogais Fixas Nasais. A...

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October 30, 2025 ‱ 9 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In this episode, we talk about one of the most difficult sound in Portuguese for many native English speakers. Yes, the LH sound. It's not an L, it's not quite a Y...so what is this crazy Portuguese sound and how do you...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into one of the most useful verbs (in Brazilian Portuguese. The verb ficar.

They discuss the many different ways you can use ficar and how important the verb ...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster reflect on their favorite episodes as they prepare to take a short break. With a blend of nostalgia and excitement, they delve into episodes that focus on Brazili...

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October 9, 2025 ‱ 28 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the practical differences between the Portuguese verbs “ser” and “estar.” Using engaging mini-dialogues, they encourage listeners to practice these esse...

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September 25, 2025 ‱ 31 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster tackle the often confusing topic of when to use “ser” and “estar” in Brazilian Portuguese. They break down these essential verbs with easy examples, helping you u...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the world of television and series, discussing how these have been a comfort during challenging times. They explore the impact of watching series like “...

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September 11, 2025 ‱ 22 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster talk about ceramics and how small experiments can lead to big changes. Alexia shares her journey from a casual hobby to creating her own ceramic business, Bossa B...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster explore the sea and its phenomena in Brazilian Portuguese. They discuss "ressaca do mar," a term often misunderstood by Portuguese learners, while Alexia shares h...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster explore analog photography in Brazilian Portuguese. They discuss the experience of developing film and capturing moments with Kodak cameras. Alexia shares her rec...

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August 21, 2025 ‱ 23 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the fascinating world of Brazilian Portuguese grammar, specifically focusing on the use of the gerund. This discussion is sparked by Alexia’s personal e...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the fun world of birthday celebrations in Brazil. They unravel the quirks and differences in how “ParabĂ©ns pra VocĂȘ” is sung across regions, highlightin...

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August 7, 2025 ‱ 14 mins

This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics


In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster delve into the world of stand-up comedy, discussing a recent show they watched featuring comedian Mike Birbiglia. They explore the nuances of narrative comedy and...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster delve into their recent trip to England, focusing on a lively debate about the differences between visiting palaces and museums. Alexia questions Foster’s prefere...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster discuss the history and attractions of Blenheim Palace. The conversation includes Foster's ongoing battle with pronouncing "borboleta" (butterfly), complete with ...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster share their journey through England, from charming towns like Woodstock to the iconic city of Oxford. They explore English villages, local shops, and cultural tre...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster take us on a journey through their recent vacation to the English countryside. They share stories of reconnecting with childhood friends, exploring the picturesqu...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster take you on a relaxing walk through Porto’s beautiful Parque da Cidade. They discuss the importance of breaks and how simple walks can refresh the mind. Tune in t...

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In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the world of pets and explore the fascinating array of expressions and sayings in Brazilian Portuguese that feature animals. They chat about common phra...

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