The Good Morning Portugal! podcast with Carl Munson

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Join Carl and special guest **Paul Rees** for the latest **Central Portugal Update**! Paul brings you the most important news, developments, and stories from the heart of Portugal — covering everything from local projects and community life to practical information that matters to residents and future movers. Today LIVE from UK! A warm, positive start to your day with r...

We already had: - The **Queen of one ‘F’** (Fado) - The **King of the other ‘F’** (Football) Now for the **third ‘F’** - on this very day in 1917, three shepherd children in a small village reported seeing apparitions of the Virgin Mary. Carl asks: Where did these famous apparitions take place? Drop your guess in the comments! Want the full answer, more daily Portugal quizzes, history and culture?...

We’re looking at two absolute legends from 1968 at Estádio da Luz: - The **Queen of one ‘F’** (she could make the entire stadium weep with emotion) - The **King of the other ‘F’** (he could make the entire stadium roar with joy) Together they represent two of Portugal’s most famous “F”s… but what is the **third ‘F’** that completes the trio? Drop your guess in the comments (and tell us who you thi...

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today we’re joined by two wonderful guests for a heartfelt and inspiring show: **Mamabear McGowan** shares her wisdom on **Living Life to the Fullest** in Portugal — embracing the slower pace, finding joy in the simple things, and making the most of this beautiful country.  **Lidia** talks about **Integration** — how to truly settle in, build real connections with the l...

Good Morning Portugal! Quiz: The 3,350-Year-Old Olive Tree Mystery Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today’s **Portugal Club Quiz** takes us back over **3,350 years**! On this day (ish) in Portuguese history, an incredible olive tree was already growing — long before Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s reign ended and centuries before the Roman Empire even existed. This ancient tree has survived earthquakes, wars, an...

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ This morning we’re celebrating **Loving Portuguese Country Life** with special guests Bob & Viv! They’ve made the move to rural Portugal and are sharing their real, honest experiences — the beautiful moments, the practical challenges, the slower pace, the incredible community spirit, and why they wouldn’t trade it for anything. Expect warm stories, practical tips fo...

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Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today’s **Portugal Club Quiz** question: On this day in 1782, one of the most influential and controversial figures in Portuguese history passed away — the man often called the “benevolent dictator”. He rebuilt Lisbon after the devastating 1755 earthquake, crushed the power of the nobility, abolished slavery in mainland Portugal, expelled the Jesuits, and created the wo...

Unlock the secrets of Portuguese language and culture! 🇵🇹 In our monthly live Q&A, we’re joined by the wonderful Filomena Pascoal and James Holley. We dive into the nuances of living in Portugal, tackling the hurdles of intensive language study, and answering real-time questions from our community. Whether you're moving to Portugal or just starting your language journey, this session is packed...

On this day in Portuguese history (7 May), the lower deck of the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge (formerly the Salazar Bridge) in Lisbon was officially inaugurated for rail traffic. Before this, the bridge only carried cars. The addition of the Fertagus train line revolutionised commuting between Lisbon and the South Bank – drastically cutting traffic and travel time. Carl asks: In what year did the fir...

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ LIVE this morning: the **Real Estate Rumble** collides with **AI Guy Mario**! Carl is joined by two powerhouses for a lively discussion on Portugal’s property market and the latest AI tools and tips. Expect straight talk, practical tips, laughs and plenty of “GuMPer” energy.  ✅ Drop your questions in the live chat and comment “REAL ESTATE” or “AI” below... More about m...

Join us for a profound exploration into one of the most vital conversations of our time: "Islam, Peace & The Future of Humanity." 🕊️ As our world faces unprecedented challenges—from social division to the rapid rise of technology—we look to the timeless principles of Islam to find a path toward global harmony and human flourishing. In this livestream, we delve into:  The Concept of Salam: Unde...

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For expat parents and grandparents today, the work of Spanish Portugal-lover Angel... Imagine your child or grandchild spending two unforgettable weeks living and studying at the University of Cambridge – taught by real Cambridge professors, staying in historic college accommodation! UniHive Education offers two premium summer programmes: Advanced Research Programme (16–18 years) Business & Ma...

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today we launch our brand new 5-Pillar Digital Health series with special guest Steven Shewach – Digital Life Strategist and founder of Digital Serenity. Steven helps people (especially 50+) build calmer, more organised digital lives with his high-touch, judgment-free approach – the opposite of a Genius Bar. In this first episode we dive into **Pillar 1: Passwords &...

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Happy National Azulejo Day! 😍 Today we celebrate Portugal’s iconic blue-and-white ceramic tiles that have decorated buildings for over 500 years. Drop your guess here - https://www.skool.com/gmp-vips-1236/national-azulejo-day-in-portugal-today and check out the history, where to see the best azulejos, and why we need to protect this beautiful cultural heritage. Join th...

Tig James MBE is back with a post-Brexit Brit update, and joining us for the first time - David Murphy, sharing news of his 'Irish Yappers' project! More fun & Portugal-loving info' between shows here - www.theportugalclub.com And check out Carl's new 50+ AI project here - www.aioldguycarl.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcas...

Which two countries are connected by the Treaty of Windsor, signed this month in 1386, the oldest diplomatic agreement in the world? Guess here - https://www.skool.com/gmp-vips-1236/sweet-treaty #portugal #quiz #history #culture Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support . Get help moving to and living in...

Cecilia and Sarah join us on a feel good Friday with something a little different... Join the community at www.gmpvip.com And check out the new website - www.portugaltalk.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support . Get help moving to and living in Portugal

Find out more here -  https://www.skool.com/gmp-vips-1236/more-than-just-a-day-off Looking to move to Portugal? Talk with Carl -  www.portugaltalk.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support . Get help moving to and living in Portugal

What our today's guest Steven Shewach says: "Get your digital world working for you, finally. Clear your digital clutter. Secure your accounts and systems. Feel calm and in control again." More at - https://shewach.com/ Continue the conversation at - www.theportugalclub.com Check out our new website - www.portugaltalk.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-goo...

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Why do the Portuguese place yellow flowers on their doors, windows and cars on April 30th? #quiz #culture #portugal Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support . Get help moving to and living in Portugal

The 2025 Iberian Blackout was a historic "total zero" event that simultaneously disconnected the power grids of Portugal and Spain from the rest of Europe. It was triggered by a technical failure in the high-voltage interconnector with France, which caused the Iberian Peninsula to become an "electrical island" unable to balance its own load. Because the grid was running on a very high percentage o...

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