Episodes

  • #87 How To Read in English
    Feb 1 2025

    Dr. Emily Sherwood (from South Carolina, USA) and I talk about reading English s a child and as a language learner. She is a teacher, scholar, and writer. She has taught English as a Second Language and Reading to students in the United States and China. She earned a Phd in 2019 from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Sherwood's focus is Reading English as a Second Language, although she also enjoys fun things like children's and young adult literature! This episode is entirely in English.

    How to find Emily: https://linktr.ee/sherwood561

    Link to the Panda Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :)

    https://x.com/tandem_panda or https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    1 hr
  • #86 Linguistic Personalities
    Nov 17 2024

    Ekaterina Matveeva, Ph.D. (h.c.) (from Earth) and I talk about her research on Language Alter Ego. We talk about how we have different personalities depending on the language, culture and environment. When you adapt to your environment, you can connect with others better. It also changes the approach of learning a new language. This episode is entirely in English.

    How to find Ekaterina:

    Instagram: languagealterego

    Youtube: amolingua

    Website: www.ekaterinamatveeva.com


    Link to the Panda Playlist: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2⁠

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: ⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda⁠

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :)

    https://x.com/tandem_panda or https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • #85 The Game of Love
    Sep 8 2024

    Shelly LaVigne (from Wyoming, USA) and I talk about love, which can be seen as a game. Knowing the rules is necessary to win the game. This episode is entirely in English.

    Shelly's homepage: https://www.4crosslove.com

    Link to the Panda Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :)

    ⁠https://x.com/tandem_panda⁠ or ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/⁠

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • #84 EM et Copa América 2024
    Jul 14 2024

    Martin (from Canada) and I talk about the upcoming finals of the Euro 2024 and Copa America. We discuss the history and significance of the Copa America, the scheduling of the tournaments, and the marketing and logistics behind it. We also touch on the popularity of football in Canada, the passion for hockey in Canada, and the differences between the two sports. The conversation then delves into the controversies and emotions surrounding football matches, including referee decisions and player behavior. We also discuss the perception of the difficulty of winning the World Cup versus the European Championship and the strength of African national teams. The conversation concludes with predictions for the finals of the Euro 2024 and Copa America. This episode is completely in French and German.

    Link to the Panda Playlist: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2⁠⁠

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda⁠⁠

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM on Twitter. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :) - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/tandem_panda⁠⁠ Or on the Gram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    51 mins
  • #83 Does Artificial Intelligence Pose a Security Threat?
    Jan 7 2024

    Some people (from Brasil, Indonesia, etc.) and I discuss in a party whether artificial intelligence is a benefit or more a threat for humans. We start with Spanish and French, but the majority of the conversation is in English.

    Link to the Panda Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :) - https://twitter.com/tandem_panda or https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    44 mins
  • #82 Time, Talent, Treasure
    Nov 26 2023

    Dr. Katrina Nguyen (from the USA) and I talk about gratitude, generosity and how to use your own story to make an impact on others. This episode is completely in English.

    Katrina's homepage: https://mdkatrina.com

    Link to the Panda Playlist: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2⁠

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: ⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda⁠

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM on Twitter. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :) - ⁠https://twitter.com/tandem_panda⁠ Or on the Gram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    37 mins
  • #81 Can You Predict the Future?
    Oct 29 2023

    Dr. Neil Pyper (from the UK) and I talk about his research in strategic foresight, scenario analysis and strategic agility. We also talk about the specifics of the political economy in Latin America, which is another research interest of him, and the importance of relationships in business. This episode is completely in English.

    Link to the Panda Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM on Twitter. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :) - https://twitter.com/tandem_panda Or on the Gram: https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    1 hr
  • #80 ¿Qué es portuñol?
    Oct 1 2023

    Vilian (from Brazil) and I talk about learning languages, culture and how this help us connect with other people. This episode is completely in Spanish.

    Coffee With Repeat After Me Idiomas: https://open.spotify.com/show/7c4YOftQiSYudQNXCXbetw?si=d889f2652c4a45a3

    Link to the Panda Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15DWdlgea14g6Ka5ya3wsJ?si=b98a11dc2d9342a2

    If you enjoy listening to the podcast, I'd love for you to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

    I really want to include listener comments and questions in the episodes. If you've got a comment, question or topic you'd like to be discussed, send a voice message using: https://www.speakpipe.com/tandempanda

    Alternatively, feel free to drop a tweet or DM on Twitter. Maybe you also like to join me for an episode :) - https://twitter.com/tandem_panda Or on the Gram: https://www.instagram.com/tandem.panda/

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    37 mins