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Song: “Angel”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Angel”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

While listening to “Angel” and reading its lyrics, there are so many things to learn…

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Movie: “Música”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Movie: “Música”

– B2-C1 (upper-intermediate to advanced) –

“Música” is a semi-autobiographical movie on Amazon Prime about a young Brazilian-American struggling to find his way in life and love as he suffers from…

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Song: “How To Change A Tire”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “How To Change A Tire”

– B2-C1 (upper-intermediate to advanced) –

If you are a fan of indie/acoustic/pop music, then Zach Hood’s “How To Change A Tire” might just be…

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Profile: British Columbia

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Beautiful British Columbia: the slogan of the Canadian province does not speak far from the truth; beauty is everywhere there. From its breathtaking landscapes to its oceanic city skylines, B.C. is…

National Day For Truth And Reconciliation

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Holidays in Canada are not always celebratory; for example, September 30th: National Day For Truth And Reconciliation. This holiday serves as remembrance for…

father vs. dad vs. daddy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

Vocabulary can be challenging sometimes, especially when there are words that cannot directly translate from one language to another. This is usually due to difference in culture. The words, “father,” “dad” and “daddy” are great examples of this…

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