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In today’s episode, I am going to talk about Christmas in Italy, all our traditions and how we spend this magical day. Listen to it to know more about this holiday! Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/15/christmas-in-italy/ __________________________ You can book a trial lesson with me by writing an email at: ilalazed@gmail.com or on: www.ilazed.com languatalk ________________________...

Are you able to talk about birth in Italian? In today’s episode called “How to talk about birth in Italian”, I am going to explain to you how to announce that a new baby is coming and how to tell people that the baby was born! If this introduction makes you curious, keep listening to this audio! :) Script here: https://ilazed.com/2021/12/15/how-to-talk-about-birth-in-italian/ Italian version: audi...

In today’s episode called “Nativity scenes in Italy” I am talking about an Italian tradition typical of Christmas time. If you want to know more about this topic, don’t miss this audio! Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2021/12/07/nativity-scenes-in-italy/ Italian version: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/47816339 script: https://ilazed.com/2021/12/07/i-presepi-di-natale/ youtube: https:/...

In today’s episode, I am going to talk about a popular Italian show called Zecchino d’Oro, which is by now, an Italian tradition. It is an event which kids look forward to. It is dedicated to them and to all the adults who still feel like kids. Listen to this audio to discover more about it! :) Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/01/lo-zecchino-doro/ Italian version: -audio: https://w...

How was the book Zona e il mondo degli zicchini born? By surrounding myself with positive and inspiring people and trying to face new challenges. Are you curious? Listen to this audio! Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/02/zona-e-il-mondo-degli-zicchini-2/ Italian version: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/19823444 script: https://ilazed.com/2018/12/19/zona-e-il-mondo-degli-zicchini...

How long does it take to speak a language fluently? In this episode, I am going to answer this question by discussing four factors that can influence the time people need to learn a language. The idea for this episode came from a question by a guy who wanted to know “exactly” how much time it takes to become fluent in Italian. Obviously, my answer couldn’t be other than… it depends! Read the scrip...

In today's article called "How to tell someone a person has died", I am going to share with you different and sentences to explain to you how to tell people that someone has died. Read the script here: Italian version: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/41681783 script: https://ilazed.com/2020/10/30/come-dire-a-qualcuno-che-una-persona-e-morta/ ____________________ You can book a trial lesson...

In this episode, I am going to answer the title’s question: Does Halloween exist in Italy? I will also discuss some Italian traditions. Listen to this audio to learn more about our traditions! Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2023/10/24/does-halloween-exist-in-italy/ Italian version: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/19701664 script: https://ilazed.com/2019/10/26/esiste-halloween-in-itali...

In today's article called "Gianni Rodari", I am going to talk about this writer, educator, and journalist. Do you want to know why I am talking about this man? Because on October 23rd is the anniversary of his birth. So, if you want to know more about him, keep listening! :) Read the script here: Listen to the Italian version: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/41509132 ______________________...

Are you ready to learn 10 Spooky Italian Expressions? Because Halloween is getting closer, I have prepared some phrases that could be perfect for it. So, if you are curious and want to know more about these phrases, start listening to this audio and enjoy these spine-tingling phrases! :D Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/10/17/10-spooky-italian-expressions/ Listen to the Italian versio...

In this episode, I am going to talk about the Italian pronouns Tu, Lei and Voi and I will talk about their evolution throughout the centuries. Also, I will explain which one is the most used pronoun nowadays. So, if you want to know more about this topic, keep listening to this audio! Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/13/history-of-tu-lei-and-voi/ ____ Italian version: audio: https:...

In today’s episode, I am going to talk about an Italian holiday: Ferragosto. I will explain the origin of the celebration, and, in this way, you will be able to understand why the month of August is a relaxing month for many Italians! Read the script here: ______________________ Italian version: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/40321643 script: https://ilazed.com/2020/08/15/il-ferragosto-it...

August is a very popular month for Italian vacations. In fact, many Italians leave their cities in August to reach tourist destinations and finally get some rest. But what has changed during the passage of time? What happened in the past? Listen to this article called "Italians’ August Vacations" to know more about Italian vacations and habits! Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2023/06/23/i...

In today’s episode called “5 Reasons to Visit Italy”, I am talking about the reasons why you should come to Italy in the next weeks and months. If you read and listened to Tour Virtuale dell’Italia, and you have a favorite destination, don’t wait any longer, because we are waiting for you! Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2022/06/28/5-reasons-to-visit-italy/ ___________________________ You migh...

In this episode, I am going to talk about watching movies and TV series in Italian, focusing on subtitles. Is it better to use the subtitles or not? And in case you decide to use them, in which language should you set them? Your native language or your target language? Well, listen tothis episode because I have answered all these questions for you! Read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/...

Are you a cinema lover? Do you like Italian movies? In this article, I am going to give you some tips about how to practice your Italian watching Italian movies and tv series. Keep reading and learn Italian! Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2019/11/23/watching-italian-movies/ Listen to this audio in Italian: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/18044311 script: https://ilazed.com/2019/03/23/...

In this audio called “Easter Processions” I am going to talk about this tradition. Even though Italy is a laic country there are still many religious traditions and the Easter processions are one of them. They are part of our culture and this is the reason why all the catholic celebrations and holidays are awaited with trepidation. In this episode, I am going to talk about the Holy Week Procession...

Dantedì (which means Dante’s day) is a day that has been established on March 25th, dedicated to Dante Alighieri, one of the most important Italian poets, well known even in the rest of the world. If you want to discover more about this day, keep listening! Read the script: https://ilazed.com/2020/03/21/dantedi/ You might also be interested in: 10 espressioni di Dante usate ancora oggi: audio: htt...

In this episode, I am going to talk about the story of a dessert that all Italians eat on March 19th, which is Father’s day in Italy. If you want to know more about it listen to this audio! You can read the script here: https://ilazed.com/2022/03/17/zeppole-di-san-giuseppe/ You might be interested in: Dantedì: audio: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/24125193 script: https://ilazed.com/2020/03/21/d...

In this episode, I am going to talk about the International Mother Language Day, celebrated every year on February 21st. Why is this day so important? What gave birth to this celebration? If you want to know more about this day, keep listening! Do you want the script? Italian: https://ilazed.com/2020/02/21/la-giornata-internazionale-della-lingua-madre/ English: https://ilazed.com/2020/02/21/intern...

In this episode, I am going to talk about the Sanremo Music Festival (il Festival di Sanremo), the most popular Italian song contest. It takes place every year in the homonymous city of Sanremo. This Festival is a big event, and the entirety of Italy will be focused on it for at least a week. If you want to know more about it, keep listening to it Read the script here: English: https://ilazed.com/...

In today’s episode called “The Befana’s Nursery Rhyme”, I want to share with you a poem written by the famous Gianni Rodari, a poet, journalist, and pedagogy expert. It is a nursery rhyme that talks about the legendary Befana and that I would like you to know! :) Read the script here: English: https://ilazed.com/2022/01/06/the-befanas-nursery-rhyme/ Italian: https://ilazed.com/2022/01/04/filastroc...

In today’s episode called “New year’s Good Luck Charms”, I am going to tell you some lucky charms that Italians use on New Year’s Eve to attract abundance and happiness. If you want to know more about these Italian traditions and beliefs keep listening to the following lines and don’t forget to let me know if you have the same beliefs in your country or if you have different lucky charms! I can’t...

How do we celebrate New Year’s in Italy? Do we eat as much as on Christmas day? Do we have particular traditions? Listen to this episode to find out all the answers! To get a little present, make sure to subscribe to my newsletter to get it on www.ilazed.com Read the script here: English: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/28/new-year-in-italy/ Italian: https://ilazed.com/2019/12/29/capodanno-in-italia/ _...

Do you know tombola? It is a traditional Christmas game played in every Italian family! And in this episode I will discuss To get a little present, make sure to subscribe to my newsletter to get it on www.ilazed.com Read the script here: English: https://ilazed.com/2021/12/20/tombola-a-traditional-christmas-game/ Italian: https://ilazed.com/2020/12/20/la-tombola-il-gioco-di-natale/#_efruttodi You...