Culture often draws us into learning a new language. In fact, you won’t gain knowledge about a nation without acquiring some proficiency in its language. This week, we are offering content on culture and history. Enjoy!
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English: They say Greece is the cradle of Western Civilization. It’s traditional to tell stories to children beside the cradle, and the myths of the mischievous and reckless Greek gods are an excellent choice. Zeus was their leader. Here is the biography of the main prankster of Greek mythology.
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(Advanced 1)
Italian: Fast forward to the Renaissance. Dante Alighieri is rightfully considered the father of Italian literature. They say all songs are about love, but is it true for the weighty masterpiece titled The Divine Comedy? Let’s figure it out.
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(Intermediate 2)
Dutch: Would a teenage girl living in WWII Netherlands be surprised to know her diary would be translated into over 70 languages? Anne Frank’s dream was to become a writer. In this podcast episode, you will learn more about one of the heartbreaking and yet touching pages of Dutch history.
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(Intermediate 1)
French: We’re arriving in France. This is the final stop. Please don’t forget your belongings and listen carefully about modern cultural phenomena of Les Bobos. Who on Earth are these mystical creatures?
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(Intermediate 2)