Genine Torres

Dia de los Muertos is coming up fast, and if your TikTok feed’s been full of marigolds, sugar skulls, and colorful face paint lately, that’s why. Every year around this time, people across Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries start preparing altars, decorating cemeteries, and celebrating loved ones who’

I landed in Tokyo in late October 2023, jet-lagged but excited to start my new job as an English teacher at Honjo Metropolitan High School. Little did I know I'd stepped into Halloween mania, Japanese style! The streets of Shibuya were a sea of costumes, with everything from

Learning a new language through TV shows and movies has become one of the most effective (and super enjoyable) methods for building fluency. But here's the secret that takes it from passive watching to active learning: dual subtitles. Dual subtitles (also called bilingual subtitles) display two languages simultaneously

Ever thought your binge-watching habit could actually make you fluent in another language? You're not alone. With global interest in immersive learning on the rise, streaming your way to fluency is becoming more than just a trend — it's backed by science. A recent case study with

Remember when learning a new language meant staring at textbooks until your eyes crossed? Those days are long gone. Now, thanks to clever browser extensions, you can learn while watching Netflix and other streaming services, enjoying your favorite shows and videos online. If you've been exploring ways to

Chrome extensions have absolutely changed the game for language learners, making it possible to learn while you watch your favorite shows and browse the web. These simple browser tools can automatically translate pages, show subtitles in two languages, and help you remember new words without any extra effort. In this

One of the best parts about being bilingual? You get to laugh in more than one language! As someone who genuinely loves learning foreign languages, I know for one that knowing jokes in different languages lets you enjoy humor that might not make sense in translation. Take this one for

The requests have been pouring in, and we’ve been listening. Starting today, Hebrew joins Lingopie’s expanding collection of languages, bringing Israeli TV shows, documentaries, and films directly to your learning journey—complete with our signature interactive dual subtitles that make every scene a mini-lesson. With Hebrew now live,

You probably know that tomatoes are packed with vitamins and antioxidants, making them great for your health. But did you know they're also perfect for learning about Spanish culture? This August 27th, the small town of Buñol in Spain will once again transform into a red, pulpy battleground