Brazilian Legends and Mythology

Brazilian Legends and Mythology

Author: Lucy Mary Johnson September 16, 2021 Duration: 8:15

Curupira was a mythological creature in our Brazilian Folklore. He will prey on hunters that wanted to take more than they need of the forest.

Also attacks people that wanted to hunt animals that were taking care of their offspring.

He had backward feet to create footprints that confuse hunters by leading them in another direction.

I hope you like this legend and get excited for the next ones.


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Lucy Mary Johnson has been helping students find their voice in Portuguese for years, and now she brings that same patient, practical guidance to her audio lessons. Tuning into Brazilian Portuguese Language-Teacher Mary feels less like a formal class and more like a helpful conversation with a friend who happens to be an expert. Each episode is built around real-life situations-ordering food in a *lanchonete*, making plans with friends, or understanding the lyrics of a popular samba song. You’ll hear the natural rhythm and melody of the language as Mary breaks down colloquial phrases, explains tricky grammar without the jargon, and offers cultural notes that give the words context. This podcast is designed for those who want to move beyond textbook Portuguese and into the vibrant, living language spoken in Brazil’s cities and towns. Progress comes through consistent, manageable exposure, and Mary’s calm, clear explanations make it easy to fit learning into a daily routine. Whether you're preparing for a trip, connecting with heritage, or just love the sound of Portuguese, these episodes provide a structured yet relaxed path forward. The focus is always on comprehension and confident speaking, turning the often daunting process of language acquisition into something genuinely enjoyable and achievable.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 24

Brazilian Portuguese Language - Teacher Mary
Podcast Episodes
Idiomatic expressions in Brazilian Portuguese [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:58
This podcast is to show some of our idiomatic expressions, which we use on a daily basis. I hope you like and learn it, so when you go to Brazil, you can get by. Enjoy it!