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Episode 91 "Things You Don't Do in a Haitian Household"

In this episode I talk about the unspoken rules in Haitian household, specifically the forbidden fine china that you must never touch, no matter how tempting it looks.

Episode 90 "5 soccer positions in Haitian Creole for the world cup"

In this episode I teach how to say five soccer positions in Haitian Creole, including goalkeeper (Gadyen) ,Defender (Defansè) midfielder (Mitan Teren), Striker (Atakan) and winger (Lateral) with example sentences.

Episode 89 Haitian creole Word of The Week "Zanmi"

This Week I'm  teaching the Haitian Creole Word of the week: "Zanmi" which means friend. I give examples of how Haitian people use it in conversation and i also introduce the related word "Zanmitay" which means friendship.

Episode 88 "Congratulation To The Haitian soccer Team"

In this week's episode,I take a moment to express my gratitude to the Haitian soccer team for their remarkable achievement of qualifying for the World Cup after an incredible 52 year wait. I share my excitement and enthusiasm for the team's participation in the World Cup and encourage all Haitians to support them wholeheartedly until the very end.

Episode 87 Haitian Creole Word of The Week "Tizè"

For this week episode I teach about the Haitian Creole Word "Tizè" which means to be passionate about something. I break down the meaning with examples like being passionate about football or music, share song reference by T-vice.

Episode 86 "Essential Haitian Creole Phrases For Everyday Conversations"

This week, I share useful Haitian Creole phrases you can use in everyday conversation. In this episode, I teach how to politely close a conversation by saying " It was nice seeing you, have a nice day" ( Mwen te Kontan wè w, pase yon bon jounen) or "It was nice talking , have a nice day (Mwen te kontan pale avèw, pase yon bon jounen" This episode was inspired by Bill Muter who wanted to learn practical Haitian creole phrases for real conversations.

Episode 85 - The Haitian Creole Word of the Week "Sitirè"

This week episode I break down the Haitian creole word 'Sitirè" which means to be an enabler. I explain how this term describes someone who lets things slide and does not enforce boundaries, using the example of a parent who does not discipline their child even when they know they should. I also show how to use the word for both men and women.

Episode 84 - "Three Haitian Creole Expression"

This week I am breaking down three essentials Haitian Creole Expression: " San Pran Souf" (Meaning to Never stop doing something, with no breaks" "Met dlo nan Diven w (Meaning to Tone it down, relax) "Sou de Chèz" ( meaning in Detail, giving you the full scope) Whether you are looking understand more complex conversations or want to impress with  authentic phrasing, this episode got you covered. Tune in and elevate your Haitian creole game.

Episode 83 - Haitian Creole Word For " Like"

This week I talk about a viral video claiming Haitian men fall in love too quickly, I explain that we have a word for "Like" Apresye" Which is different from "Love" "Mwen Renmen w" I break down the differences between these expressions and how to use them correctly in n Haitian creole language

Episode 82 -Haitian Creole Word of the Week "Kanton"

I introduce the Haitian Creole word of the week "Kanton" which means "Community". I explain how it"s used in sentences like " Misye se yo gro doktè nan kanton an" ( he is a good doctor in the community) and compare with similar words like "Katye" or "Zòn n" that are more commonly heard in haiti. I alsi mention that "Kanton" is less frequently used depending on where you are in Haiti.