FYI - For Your Inglés
Hello, English explorers! Welcome to FYI (For Your Inglés)! You'll learn so much more than just English in this show. We will tackle a wide range of fascinating topics every week. My aim is to educate, enlighten, and entertain you, all at the same time. No topic is too tough to tackle. We'll delve into jeans, dogs, sneakers, Central Park, wine, Area 51, and so on and so forth. Don't forget to send me suggestions for topics you'd like to hear about in future episodes. I'd love to hear from you. *Intro music = Souvenir by Augusto Hernandez. Have fun while learning about spectacular stuff in English! For exclusive bonus content in our curious community check out my https://patreon.com/albertoalonso
Episodes
Some people follow fads and keep up with the latest trends while others walk around mismatched and clashing. Yet others make great sacrifices to make sure they are always dressed to the nines and sporting the latest styles by the most distinguished designers. Whether you resemble a model sashaying their way down the runway, or you're an antiquated old fart with one suit in storage that smells like mothballs, well then this epi...
Our chompers not only help us chew when we chow down on our favorite foods but they also aid when we produce sounds and learn to speak. It’s no secret that oral hygiene is a matter of utmost importance in almost every society. And even though we try and avoid, it we need to visit our dentists regularly for a check up or a routine cleaning, and if you’re lucky you won’t need a root canal. Sit back, settle into your seat and let the ...
It can be a myriad of different things: beautiful, sad, inspiring, poignant, and even pertinent and purposeful. It speaks to our five senses on a level we can’t even comprehend. We couldn’t fathom the world without it. We’ll delve into the arena of art with the awesome artist Rob Grams on this week’s episode of FYI!
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I’m hooked on English and I’ve told you that time after time. And to my students who don’t feel like doing anything, well, you’d better shape up. As you can see there’s loads of English to be learned when we listen to music and take a look at the lyrics. It’s never been easier to learn English and have fun as you get down to the beat. So let’s get down, to business. We’ll learn English from music on this week’s episode of FYI!
These spectacular spires sometimes inspire us, and astound us while we stare in awe skyward at their sheer size. Ever since Otis invented the elevator the sky’s the limit when it comes to erecting these iconic towering structures. However, it wasn’t always easy, many lives have been lost and many lessons learned as we build our modern day towers of Babel higher and higher. Join me as we discover skyscrapers on this week’s episode o...
Aaaah. Spring has finally sprung. The beautiful flower buds are starting to blossom and bloom, as the birds cheerfully chirp. Consequentially, the countryside will be quite colorful and full of tons of contrasting sights, sounds, and smells. Let’s commence this spectacular season with a fantastic feast while we hunt for Easter eggs that may have been left behind by that beloved bunny. What’s up doc? No, not you Bugs Bunny. Join me ...
Calling all FYIERS! I need your undivided attention for this matter of utmost importance. While this week’s show may manipulate your mind and leave you in a trance, you can bet your bottom dollar we are going to learn lots of useful English, laugh out loud and be spellbound through and through. That is, as long as you obey and consume. Join me, as we take a peek at the powerful weapon known as propaganda on this week’s episode of F...
Perhaps it’s one of the most popular holidays on the planet. This patron saint has piqued the interest of a plethora of people. My faithful friend Fitz will tell us many tales of the marvelous, magical, emerald isle known as Ireland. Slainte! We’ll sink our teeth into St. Patrick and plenty of other Celtic curiosities on this week’s episode of FYI!
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The world is full of fearless risk-taking adventure seekers in search of a rousing rush of adrenaline. Daredevils defy the very limits of humankind daily. These venturers are constantly pushing the envelope in search of that sudden surge of dopamine. The sky’s the limit when it comes to overcoming one’s own obstacles. Ultimately, it’s all about leaving your comfort zone and living on the edge! We’ll explore extreme sports on this w...
These often illicit substances come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They can both cure us and kill us in the same breath. Popping pills can ease our pain, but one can get hooked, as some meds are heavily addictive. They can cause cravings, and even breed killer kingpins who commit crimes in the ugly underworld. Say hello to my little friend. We’ll take a look at legal and illegal drugs on this week’s episode of FYI.
Many say she’s simply the best, better than all the rest, better than anyone. One thing's for sure, her path to fame wasn’t easy, it was plagued with problems from the get-go. Nevertheless, she stood her ground and kept doing what she loved to do best: singing her heart out and shaking her moneymaker like it’s nobody’s business. Today we are rolling, rolling on the river. We’ll tackle the tumultuous life and career of the trem...
Get 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!
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Welcome my charismatic congregation! This is Reverend Alonso and we are gathered here today to take a gander at The Good Book, The Word of the Lord, The Gospel, the sacred Scriptures. Call it what you will, my cheerful churchgoers. I can feel your faith as it flows through every inch of your being, brothers and sisters. Praise God! Can I get a HALLELUJAH? Can I get an AMEN? Knock it off, Alberto. That's blasphemous. Oooops! My...
Welcome my charismatic congregation! This is Reverend Alonso and we are gathered here today to take a gander at The Good Book, The Word of the Lord, The Gospel, the sacred Scriptures. Call it what you will, my cheerful churchgoers. I can feel your faith as it flows through every inch of your being, brothers and sisters. Praise God! Can I get a HALLELUJAH? Can I get an AMEN? Knock it off, Alberto. That's blasphemous. Oooops! My...
I debuted a new weekly section on The Show With No Name! It's called Learn with Lara and I think you're gonna love it! Lara has no idea of grammar or phrasal verbs or anything of the sort. She just has a need to communicate and I keep her talking. I think you'll agree, she is an amazing student! Learn and laugh along with us!
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These power hungry people have preyed on their own population in many cases. They are unelected tyrants who ran rigorous regimes, where dissent was met with torture and even death. As a society, the same question keeps coming back to haunt us. How did these so-called cults of personalties perpetrate terror, pain, and suffering for so long? We’ll delve into dictators on this week’s episode of FYI.
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I debuted a new weekly section on The Show With No Name! It's called Learn with Lara and I think you're gonna love it! Lara has no idea of grammar or phrasal verbs or anything of the sort. She just has a need to communicate and I keep her talking. I think you'll agree, she is an amazing student! Learn and laugh along with us!
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This essential earth element can bring us both life and death in the same breath. We often use it to cook in our kitchens, heat our homes, power our vehicles, and even provide light in order to see in the dead of night. Many folks fear this fierce force of nature, while others are fascinated by the fleeting flames. Get ready to stop, drop, and roll as we find out all about fire on this week’s episode of FYI!
Even though cults are quite creepy they continue to captivate and convince people to succumb to the sectarian societies’ every command. These devious disciples, with their dark devotions, are nothing new and have been around since we’ve had the will to worship. FYI will make you see the light, brother! We’ll uncover the calamitous world of cults on this week’s episode of FYI!
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These enormous entities have been gaining ground at breakneck speed. Consumerism has become ubiquitous in our society, and has subsequently seeped into every aspect of our lives. We babble on about our favorite brands as if they were some sort of personal coat of arms. However you slice it or dice it, the mission of these greedy gargantuan juggernauts all boils down to one thing, the bottom line. Making moolah! We’ll uncover the co...
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