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Important things to teach our children, Pre-Intermediate

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:35:01 GMT

Raising thoughtful, decent human beings is probably the noblest goal we should all aspire after. It not only serves our children but helps make the world a better place. So, what are some of the most important things we should try to teach our children? Listen to this pre-intermediate episode in colloquial Arabic and follow the transcription here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/important-things-to-teach-our-children

You'll find an English translation here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/important-things-to-teach-our-children-1

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The Downfall of Education/Intermediate

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:28:24 GMT

In this episode, I argue that education is not as good as it used to be. It seems that quantity has gained importance over quality. In Jordan, this is also true. If you'd like to find out about the shortcomings of education at Jordanian schools, from my point of view, listen to this episode and improve your vocabulary at the intermediate level!

You can find a transcript of this episode here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/the-downfall-of-education

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How do we make friends, Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:56:29 GMT

We all know friends are important, but does culture affect how we make friends? Listen to this episode and learn how to talk all about friendship in colloquial Arabic!

Good news: a transcript is available for this episode, and has been added for most of the pre-intermediate episodes! Others will be added soon...

Here's where you can find them: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/transcripts-pre-intermediate

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Music as a Therapy/Intermediate

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:25:02 GMT

Ahhh the pleasure of listening to a song we love! Music is one of those things that just brings people together to enjoy happy moments, but did you know that music has been used as a therapy for a long time? Listen to this episode and expand your vocabulary. Don't worry, there's a transcript to help you follow what I'm saying and a vocabulary list with an English translation :)

Vocabulary list here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/music-as-a-therapy

Transcript here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/music-as-a-therapy-1

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People's most common fears/Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:18:14 GMT

Have you ever wondered what most people are afraid of? Is there something you fear but think you are the only one who feels this way? In this episode, I talk about the common fears that many of us face, why we struggle with such fears and a couple of tips on how to deal with them. Don't forget to check out the English translation of this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/people-s-most-common-fears

NEW: Transcript here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/people-s-most-common-fears-1

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Food/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:25:56 GMT

Who doesn't love food, right? This episode is all about the kinds of food our body needs, why we need it, where we get it from and a lot more! Learn a whole new range of vocabulary by listening to this episode in colloquial Arabic!

A transcript of this episode can be found here:https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/food

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Phobias, Intermediate

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:12:13 GMT

You've probably all heard of one phobia or another at some point in your life. So what are phobias? What common and uncommon phobias are there, and what are some of the available treatments? Learn all about this topic while broadening your vocabulary and improving your listening skills!

You'll find a transcript of this episode here:https: //aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/phobias-1

And a vocabulary list here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/phobias

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Special Thanks+ Conversation Group

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:47:15 GMT

Just a short thanks to all my devoted listeners, as well as a couple of tips and infos :)

Here's the email address mentioned in the audio: aidaibkh@gmail.com. Please write 'Conversation Group' as a reference.

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What is happiness anyway/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:08:09 GMT

Happiness means different things to different people. Most of us have pondered on the meaning of happiness and what makes people happy. Listen to this episode, which tackles this very topic, while practising your listening skills in colloquial Arabic. Happy listening!

Here's a translation into English of this episode: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/what-is-happiness-anyway

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Conspiracy Theories/Intermediate

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:06:14 GMT

Do you believe in conspiracy theories? What are some of the most famous theories that have become widespread at a national or international scale? Listen to this episode in which I tell you all about this topic in colloquial Arabic!

Here's a list of useful vocabulary for this episode: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/conspiracy-theories

You can access the transcript for this episode here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/conspiracy-theories-1

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Why people leave their Homeland/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 08:00:30 GMT

Most of us love their homeland and wouldn't decide to leave unless there are unfavourable circumstances that force us to do so. What are some of these factors and how do people feel about it? Learn how to talk about this topic in colloquial Arabic using a wide range of vocabulary!

A full translation of this episode is available here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/why-people-leave-their-homeland

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All about Jordan/ Intermediate

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 08:00:07 GMT

Almost everyone loves their homeland, and I'm no different. Listen to this episode in colloquial Arabic, where I give you lots of interesting information about Jordan, and what makes it such a great place to visit. Listen back and relax while you practice new vocabulary at the intermediate level.

Here's a link to useful vocabulary related to this episode:https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/all-about-jordan

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Learning Languages/Intermediate

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 07:00:56 GMT

If you're an avid learner of languages, like me, then you'll enjoy listening to this episode, which is all about how we acquire or learn a language, how language learning is developing, and my personal tips on how to learn languages efficiently. Happy listening!

Here's a list of useful vocabulary for this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/learning-languages

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Dreams/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:59:02 GMT

Hi everyone! I'm sure most of you have wondered why we dream and what dreams are all about. If dreams intrigue you, then you'll enjoy listening to this episode. If not, you can still benefit from listening by improving your vocabulary :)

Here's a link to the translation of this episode: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/dreams

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9 Secrets to Success/ Intermediate

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:53:46 GMT

Who doesn't want to be successful? Listen to this episode and learn some interesting pointers on what makes people successful or helps them to excel in whatever they do?

Sit back and relax while you improve your colloquial Arabic at the intermediate level.

Here's a link to useful vocabulary related to this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/9-secrets-to-success

ِAlso available with subtitles on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIyyAIeVDBU

NEW: Transcript available here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/new-pages

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Little Gestures that make People Happy/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:53:18 GMT

We sometimes forget that the world does not revolve around us! Yes, we have places to go and things to achieve, but we can all take a little time to make a difference in other peoples' lives.

This episode is a reminder of the little things we can do to make others happy. Enjoy!

Here's a full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/little-gestures-that-make-people-happy

NEW; Transcript has been added here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/little-gestures-that-make-people-happy-1

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Lying/ Intermediate

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 07:16:08 GMT

Hello everyone! Would you like to know why people lie and all about the different types of lying? Have you ever thought about the implications of lying? Listen to this episode of colloquial Arabic at the intermediate level and improve both your listening and speaking skills! Happy listening!

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary on this episode at:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/lying

NEW: A transcript of this episode is available here:https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/lying-1

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Media/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 07:15:29 GMT

Hello everyone! In this episode, you can learn how to speak about one of the most indispensable topics nowadays, namely: media in general, and social media in particular!

Happy listening :)

Here's a full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/media

TRANSCRIPT; https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/media-1

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Interesting Facts about the Arab Culture/Intermediate

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:02:34 GMT

Language and culture go hand in hand. It's really important to know something about the cultures of the languages you're learning. Understanding the culture not only helps you to learn the language, but also ensures that you do not make mistakes that would put you in awkward situations. In this episode, you will learn interesting things about the Arab culture, while at the same time improving your listening and speaking skills! Don't forget that there are vocabulary lists for the intermediate level, which you will find on my website:https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots

Here's a list of useful vocabulary for this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/interesting-facts-about-the-arab-culture

NEW: Transcript for this episode available here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/interesting-facts-about-the-arab-culture-1

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Studies and Work/Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:26:29 GMT

Being able to talk about your studies or work is essential at the pre-intermediate and intermediate levels. Learn useful vocabulary that will help you to understand and talk about these two topics with added confidence. Happy listening!

Here's a full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/studies-and-work

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Your brain as the enemy/ Intermediate

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:17:38 GMT

Hi everyone! Have you ever felt like your brain is working against you and that, no matter how hard you try to convince yourself to think in a certain way, or get something done, it's just not cooperating with you? Learn how your subconscious mind works, and how you can gradually get it to cooperate! Learn new vocabulary related to this topic at the intermediate level... happy listening :)

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary for this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/your-brain-as-the-enemy

NEW: Transcript available here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/your-brain-as-the-enemy-1

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Role Models/ Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:47:17 GMT

Hi everyone! What are role models and why do many of us have them? Do we even need role models? Learn how to speak about this topic in colloquial Arabic, while improving your listening skills at the pre-intermediate level!

Here's a full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/role-models

NEW; TRANSCRIPT available here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/role-models-1

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Advantages of Learning a New Language/Intermediate

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 05:32:54 GMT

People learn languages for different reasons. Whether you are a passionate learner of languages, or are learning Arabic for studies and job opportunities, you are certainly adding a great asset to your potential! Listen to this episode and learn all about the benefits you are gaining through learning Arabic, while at the same time adding to your vocabulary!

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary for this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/advantages-of-learning-a-new-language

NEW: Transcript available here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/advantages-of-learning-a-new-language-1

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Travelling/Pre-Intermediate

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 05:24:19 GMT

Hi everyone! Would you like to be able to speak about travelling in colloquial Arabic? Listen to this episode, which provides you with all the necessary vocabulary you will need to describe different activities you can do while you're on vacation. Happy listening!

Here's a full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/travelling

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What to do before it's too late/Intermediate

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 06:55:31 GMT

Hi everyone! Do you ever wonder what you should know while you're still young or wish you could just walk up to older people on the streets and have a good chat with them? Life teaches us many things along the way, but wouldn't it be cool to already be wiser in certain ways?

Listen to this episode, improve your Arabic listening skills, and hopefully pick up a tip or two related to self-development! Happy listening :)

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary for this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/what-to-do-before-it-s-too-late

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Family and Friends/Pre-Intermediate

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 06:48:10 GMT

Family ties are of paramount importance in the Arab world, so if you want to visit an Arab country and practice your conversational skills, be ready to say a a few sentences about your family. Listen carefully and learn new vocabulary related to this topic!

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Deciding to be Happy/Intermediate

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:46:05 GMT

Have you ever wondered why some people appear or actually are happier than others? What is happiness all about anyway? Listen to this episode on the topic and improve your Arabic listening and speaking skills!

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary for this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/deciding-to-be-happy

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Housing Options/Pre-Intermediate

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:45:08 GMT

Learn how to talk about where you live, and how to mention the advantages and disadvantages of living in a city or in the countryside. Improve your listening and speaking skills in colloquial Arabic at the pre-intermediate level!

Here's a link to a full translation of this episode: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/loging-options

NEW; TRANSCRIPT AVAILABLE here; https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/housing-options

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Money/Pre-Intermediate

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 19:13:47 GMT

How important is money to people? Do we have different perspectives when it comes to money? Learn how to speak about money with simple vocabulary in colloquial Arabic and improve your listening skills at the pre-intermediate level!

Here's a full translation of the episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/money

NEW; Transcript has been added here:https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/money-1

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Presents/Pre-Intermediate

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:52:45 GMT

Are presents important? Does everyone like to shop for them and what presents make us happy?

Learn how to speak about presents in colloquial Arabic and pick up new vocabulary at the pre-intermediate level!

Here's a link to the full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/presents

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Hobbies/Pre-Intermediate

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:50:53 GMT

Would you like to be able to talk about hobbies in colloquial Arabic? Listen to this episode, in which I talk all about this subject at a pace suitable for pre-intermediate learners. Learn new vocabulary and train your listening skills!

Here's a link to the full translation of this episode:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/new-episode

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Coming from Two Cultures/Intermediate

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:49:16 GMT

In this episode, you can hear about the pros of coming from two or more cultures. So if you're interested in multi-cultural backgrounds, sit back and listen to this personal perspective and learn new vocabulary related to the topic at the intermediate level.

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary for this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/coming-from-two-cultures

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Leaving your Comfort Zone/Intermediate

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:47:28 GMT

Hi everyone! If you're having trouble leaving your comfort zone and would like a little boost of confidence, check out this episode and learn useful Arabic vocabulary related to the topic. Happy listening!

You'll find a list of useful vocabulary for this episode here:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/leaving-your-comfort-zone

Also available on YouTube with subtitles!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vj50DP_Bh8&t=18s

NEW: This episode now offers a transcript:

https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/leaving-your-comfort-zone-1

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Things I like about the Arab World/ Intermediate

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:45:46 GMT

Hi everyone! In this episode, you can get to know more about Jordan, in particular, and the Arab world in general. Spoiler: I tell you what I like (and DON'T like about the Arab world). The main purpose, however, is to get you to listen to colloquial Arabic content! Happy listening...

You can find a transcrpt of this episode here: https://aidakh.wixsite.com/arab-polyglots/things-i-like-about-the-arab-world-1

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