Welcome to the very first episode of this podcast! In this episode, I’ll introduce myself and give you a bit of background about who I am, where I live, and my age. I’ll also share what this podcast is all about and who it’s for. Whether you’re a beginner learning European Portuguese or just curious about life and culture in Portugal, this podcast is for you. I’ll be talking about various topics such as: Portuguese culture and daily life in Portugal. Answering your questions (feel free to send them my way!). What it’s like to live as an immigrant. Portuguese food, art, and books. Plus, I’ll give you plenty of grammar and pronunciation tips! As a language learner myself, I know the challenges. Podcasts with slow Swedish helped me a lot when I was learning, and I hope this podcast can do the same for you as you learn Portuguese. I also bring my experience as a teacher—where I’ve seen firsthand the difficulties my students face—and I’m here to help you overcome those hurdles. If you're interested in taking lessons with me, you can book a session through my website https://portuguesewithmaria.carrd.co Send all your questions or doubts to [email protected]