Brazilian Portuguese Podcast, by Semantica

Arriving in Rio de Janeiro, Journalist Paul Franklin is on assignment from his publisher to write about Ilha Grande (the big island). He gets a taxi and heads off to a meeting with his new assistant Raquel.

The journey begins. Paul meets associate Raquel for the first time at a restaurant in Santa Tereza.

Paul and Raquel get to know one another over a cup of coffee. Small-talk is on the menu, and Raquel discovers a who she is dealing with. Tudo bem!

Raquel discovers that Paul’s Portuguese is decent, but basic. His homework paid off. Raquel realizes she is going to have her hands full keeping him out of serious trouble.

Every language has a few difficult but essential verbs. Today it’s 'ficar'. Raquel explains all. Watch Paul learn. Learn Paul, learn!