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Thursday, 15 September, 2011
The Connectors: Tips on learning the local lingo
The Connectors talk about learning the language of the locals and get an update on recent expat Michael’s progress on mastering French. The team give out tips and shortcuts to learning based on their own experiences:
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Michael thinks that learning a language goes through different stages from the “Point and Pay” stage, to the “Marty McFly” stage when you don’t know the difference between past, present and future. While Muriel talks about what it was like for her when she began learning English in the U.S..
Plus, the team introduce a new section to the show called “Expat Travel Stories.” Whether it is to return home, to go on business or go on holiday, the team want to hear your travel stories, both good and bad. If you have a good on air story, send an email to theconnectors@worldradio.ch or call live during the programme (+41 (0)22 708 7440) on Thursday nights.
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