European Portuguese podcast for upper-beginners (A2) and lower-intermediate (B1) learners. Each episode comes with a free transcript in Portuguese, a side-by-side Portuguese–English translation, and a worksheet to help you learn new words, practice and improve your skills.
👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide. Struggling to talk about what you did last weekend, last month, or on your last vacation in Portuguese? 🤔 In this episode, I tell you about my summer in European Portuguese, using past tenses in a natural, real-life context, so you can finally hear how the pretérito perfeito simples and the pretérito imperfeito work together. ☀️🇵🇹 By the end of this episode, you'll be able to: ✅ Ask and answer "Como correu o verão?" and understand how you can use "co...
👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide. In this episode, I’ll share some of the latest news about public transportation in Lisbon and Porto, and what it means for people living and traveling in Portugal! 🚌🚆🇵🇹 By the end of this episode, you’ll have learned plenty of useful vocabulary related to buses, trains, metros, airports, commuting, traffic, and traveling around Portugal, while improving your listening skills in European Portuguese. Muito obrigada! 😊
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide. In this episode, I’m going to talk about what happens in Portugal in August, with a special focus on the Algarve in the summer! ☀️🇵🇹 By the end of this episode, you’ll have learned plenty of useful vocabulary related to summer holidays, travel, the Algarve, festivals, food, beaches, and Portuguese traditions, while improving your listening skills in European Po...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide. In this episode, I’ll tell you all about my summer vacation plans in Turkey! ☀️🇹🇷 By the end of this episode, you’ll have learned plenty of useful vocabulary related to travel, holidays, the beach, food, and sightseeing, while improving your listening skills in European Portuguese. This episode is perfect for A2/B1 learners who want to understand natural Europ...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide In this episode, we're talking about one of Portugal's favourite topics of conversation: football! ⚽ I'll tell you all about Portugal's 2026 World Cup campaign, what led to the team's elimination, and introduce you to the country's new head coach, Jorge Jesus. By the end of this episode, you'll have learned plenty of useful football vocabulary and feel more conf...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide In this episode, I share the most exciting cultural events happening in Portugal in May and explain why I think it's the best month for art lovers to visit. With this episode you'll learn many useful words and expressions related to art, culture, and history in European Portuguese. This episode is perfect for A2/B1 learners who want to improve their listening ...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide. In this episode, I share my morning routine, many useful verbs and some of the most commonly used verbs for talking about daily habits in European Portuguese. This episode is perfect for A2 learners who want to improve their listening skills in European Portuguese while learning practical vocabulary related to daily routines and everyday life. Muito obrigada 😊
👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, English translation, vocabulary list, flashcards and exercises) 🎬 Watch the movie "Capitães de Abril" here. In this episode, I talk about one of the most important moments in recent Portuguese history, the 25th of April 1974, also known as Freedom Day and Carnation Revolution Day. This episode is perfect for B1 learners who want to improve their listening skills in European Portuguese while learning practical, real-life vocabulary rel...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD free Study Guide (includes transcript, English translation, vocabulary list, flashcards and exercises) In this episode, I talk about the most iconic Portuguese Easter dishes and sweets. From the tradition of eating cod during Lent and the curious "Burial of the Cod" celebration, to the most beloved Easter recipes like Ensopado de Borrego, Chanfana, Folar and Pão de Ló. This epi...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, English translation, vocabulary list, flashcards and exercises) In this episode, I talk about what winter is typically like in Portugal and why 2026 has been an unusually stormy year. From flooding and landslides to how Portuguese people keep warm at home. This episode is perfect for B1 learners who want to improve their listening skills in...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide 📝 (includes transcript, translation, vocabulary list, flashcards and exercises) In this episode, I talk about my plans for Dia dos Namorados this year (2026), Valentine's Day gifts, love, and romance in general. This episode is perfect for A2/B1 students who want to improve their listening skills in European Portuguese while learning practical, real-life ...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation and vocabulary list) In this episode, we'll talk about the Portuguese Presidential election 2026, the two candidates for the second round: António José Seguro and André Ventura, the role of the President and much more. This episode is perfect for B1 students who want to improve their listening skills in European Portugues...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD free study guide (includes transcript, translation, vocabulary list, and exercises) In this episode, I talk about my birthday and share how I spent the first few weeks of the year — where I traveled, what I did, and what 2026 year goals. I also talk about daily routines, health, exercise, and finding balance as an online teacher. This episode is perfect for A2/B1 students wh...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation, vocabulary list, and exercises) In this episode, I talk about the calendário do Advento and explain how my 24-day Advent Calendar of Portuguese mini-lessons will work. I share the meaning and origin of the word “Advento” and how this tradition evolved into the modern Advent calendars we know today. This episode is perfect for A...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation, and exercises) In this episode, I talk about how I celebrated Dia de Ação de Graças (Thanksgiving) with Americans in Portugal and in the United States. You’ll hear fun cultural details like the typical dishes served at Thanksgiving (hello, turkey, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie), the atmosphere around the table and many expres...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation, and exercises) In this episode, I continue talking about autumn in Portugal, focusing on important November and December traditions! I explain four key dates: Dia dos Fiéis Defuntos (November 2nd), Dia de São Martinho (November 11th), Dia da Restauração da Independência (December 1st), and Dia da Imaculada Conceição (December 8...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 Download free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation, and exercises) In this episode, I talk about autumn in Portugal and what makes this season so special! I explain when autumn begins and ends, how the weather changes from September through November, and the traditions Portuguese people celebrate during these months. I also share interesting facts about Halloween in ...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 Download free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation, and exercises) In this episode, I share my typical day to help you learn how to tell the time in Portuguese. You will practice numbers from 1 to 59 and learn useful vocabulary about daily routines and activities. I also explain the three meanings of the word "quarto" and encourage you to create your own vocabulary journal. Thi...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation, and exercises) In this episode, I share the romantic story of how my fiancé proposed to me at the world's highest restaurant in Shanghai Tower! I talk about our nearly five-year relationship journey, our first date at a medieval tavern in Lisbon, and the multiple cities and countries we've lived in together. I also ...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation PT-EN, and exercises) In this episode, I talk about my recent vacation experience in Macau and explore its fascinating Portuguese heritage. I talk about the endangered Patuá creole language, my conversations with locals who speak Portuguese, and the must-visit historical landmarks like the Ruins of St. Paul's and the Ta...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, dual translation PT-EN, and exercises) In this episode, I share stories from my multicultural lifestyle, splitting my time between Portugal, Denmark, and Turkey. I talk about how different locations inspire different aspects of my life and teach you the Portuguese expression "XPTO". This episode is perfect for A2/B1 students who want...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation and vocabulary list) In this episode, I discuss wine harvesting in Portugal, sharing my "vindimas" experience and exploring the enotourism trends that are popular these days. This episode is perfect for A2/B1 students who want to improve their Portuguese with everyday stories spoken in a clear and natural way. Muito obrigad...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcript, translation and vocabulary list) In this episode, I talk about going back to school and share memories of my first day of school when I was six years old. This episode is perfect for A2/B1 students who want to improve their Portuguese with everyday stories spoken in a clear and natural way. Muito obrigada 😊
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes bilingue translation) In this episode, I will focus on presenting a short summary regarding the heartbreaking accident at Lisbon's Glória Funicular while offering my sincere condolences to all those affected by this tragedy. This accident has generated a national public debate about infrastructure safety and public spending. However, I won't be...
📅 BOOK your free assessment call and find out if the 12-Week Program is the right fit for you! ✨ 👉 DOWNLOAD your free Study Guide (includes transcription, translation, and exercises) In this first episode, I talk about the format of the podcast, introduce myself (who I am, where I was born, what I studied, where I have lived, and what I do for a living), and share some of my thoughts on learning a new language.
About Portuguese with Jess Podcast
European Portuguese podcast for upper-beginners (A2) and lower-intermediate (B1) learners. Each episode comes with a free transcript in Portuguese, a side-by-side Portuguese–English translation, and a worksheet to help you learn new words, practice and improve your skills.
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