Code-Switching Butterflies

We discuss Biden being elected as the new president of the United States of America.

Show Notes

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Azumi's Easy Japanese Small Talk / A Journey with Chris and American English 


Today's episode is somewhat longer due to the special nature of the topic. It is a very sensitive topic, especially in the U.S., but, nevertheless, we found it interesting and wanted to discuss it. We do have our own opinions, but they do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast or its listeners. We therefore encourage you to listen to the article and the discussion with an open mind.

Session Notes:

To be sworn in
Inauguration
Execute
To call for
To triumph
foes
pledge
Predecessor/Successor
To cordon off

Grammar Notes

"It made me exploded" -> "It made me explode"
"He was speaking English very well" -> He spoke English very well

What is Code-Switching Butterflies?

We are an American-Japanese team, who are creating a podcast meant for those wanting to learn English, Japanese, or both. We will mainly focus on news, grammar, and culture. Also, We'll talk about linguistics! このポッドキャストは日本人のAzumiとアメリカ人のクリスが、英語と日本語を勉強するみなさんに、週1回1つのテーマを英語と日本語別々のエピソードでお届けする約25分の番組です。日本語や英語を話す皆さんのコミュニティとなるようなポッドキャストを目指しています!あなたも一緒にCode-switching Butterflyになりましょう!