CTM English
Two gringas who became friends while living in Chile, help you to practice your intermediate to advanced English skills, by sharing their interesting, funny, and awkward experiences of adjusting to a new culture, language, and country.
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Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Welcome back to "Cuida tu Modern English," where Maggie and I dive into part two of our exploration of intercultural relationships versus monocultural ones. We navigate through the complexities of love that transcends cultures and languages, shedding light on the unique challenges and advantages these relationships offer.
Our conversation touches on navigating cultural differences in consumer habits, communication styles, and family dynamics, sharing our personal anecdotes along the way. We also explore the intriguing differences in food preferences and social behaviors, adding humor and insight into the ups and downs of adapting to a partner's culture.
Tune in as we share valuable lessons on how to compromise, maintain empathy, and embrace the multicultural experiences that come with dating across borders. Plus, don’t miss our handy vocabulary review segment to reinforce new terms and phrases discovered in today’s episode.
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Maggie & Leilah's CTM Valentine's Special, a little delayed. But hey, as the saying goes "better late than never" (más vale tarde que nunca).
Here we answer questions our followers submitted, as well as talk about our typical V-day traditions.
Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Sunday Jan 26, 2025
In this episode of the podcast, the hosts share their experiences and thoughts on New Year's resolutions, personal growth, and memorable New Year celebrations. They reflect on their past years, and explore various New Year's traditions from around the world. The conversation emphasizes the significance of being present and authentic in one's journey of self-improvement. They share personal stories of overcoming adversity, finding passion, and future goals, predictions for the year, and a vocabulary review of key phrases and expressions used throughout the episode.
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To support their podcast and get exclusive content including the transcripts for the show, check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ctmenglish
CTM English: Instagram = @ctm_english_podcast | TikTok = @ctm_english
Charm English: Insta & TikTok = @charmenglishcl
LaGringaChelista: Insta & TikTok = @lagringachelista
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Maggie & Leilah discuss their experiences dating in intercultural and bilingual relationships. From misunderstandings, to creation of your own mixed language, the adventures are so unique and discovery never ends.
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Join us for a festive journey as we explore the unique and surprising Christmas traditions celebrated around the globe. From hiding brooms in Norway to roller skates in Venezuela, we'll dive into the quirky, heartfelt, and downright magical ways people ring in the season. We'll also share cherished memories from our own childhood homes, reflecting on the traditions that made the holidays special for us. Whether you're looking to learn about other cultures or simply soak up some holiday cheer, this episode is the perfect companion for the season. Grab your favorite hot drink, get cozy, and let's celebrate Christmas together! 🎄✨
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
In today's episode of CTM English, we continue our laughs at the funny and sometimes awkward moments that can happen when trying to communicate between two different languages.Be sure to check out our Patreon to support their podcast and get exclusive content including the transcripts for the show: https://www.patreon.com/ctmenglishCTM English: Instagram = @ctm_english_podcast | TikTok = @ctm_englishCharm English: Insta & TikTok = @charmenglishclLaGringaChelista: Insta & TikTok = @lagringachelista
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
In today's episode of CTM English, we laugh at the funny and sometimes awkward moments that can happen when trying to communicate between two different languages. Check out our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ctmenglish for transcripts & bonus content! Instagram = CTM English: @ctm_english_podcast || TikTok = @ctm_english Instagram & TikTok = Charm English: @charmenglishcl Instagram & TikTok = LaGringaChelista: @lagringachelista
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
An introduction to our English learning podcast for intermediate to advanced English learners. Check out our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ctmenglish for transcripts and bonus content! Instagram = CTM English: @ctm_english_podcast || TikTok = @ctm_englishInstagram & TikTok = Charm English: @charmenglishclInstagram & TikTok = LaGringaChelista: @lagringachelista