E30_This Seat Is Yours

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Eli Beer is a pioneer, social entrepreneur, President and Founder of United Hatzalah of Israel. In thirty years, the organization has grown to more than 6,500 volunteers who unite together to provide immediate, life-saving care to anyone in need - regardless of race or religion. This community EMS force network treats over 730,000 incidents per year, in Israel, as they wait for ambulances and medical attention. Eli’s vision is to bring this life-saving model across the world. In 2015, Beer expanded internationally with the establishment of branches in South America and other countries, including “United Rescue” in Jersey City, USA, where the response time was reduced to just two minutes and thirty-five seconds. Episode Chapters (0:00) intro (1:04) Hatzalah’s reputation for speed (4:48) Hatzalah’s volunteer EMTs and ambucycles (5:50) Entrepreneurism at Hatzalah (8:09) Chutzpah (14:15) Hatzalah’s recruitment (18:31) Volunteers from all walks of life (22:51) Having COVID changed Eli’s perspective (26:00) operating around the world amid antisemitism (28:06) goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/ Looking for more insights into the world of activism? Be sure to check out Jay’s brand new book, Find Your Fight , in which Jay teaches the next generation of activists and advocates how to step up and bring about lasting change. You can find Find Your Fight wherever you buy your books, and you can learn more about it at www.jayruderman.com .…

2 years ago 24:39

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In this episode, we further practice using possessive adjectives. This handout contains tons of example sentences on how to use comparative adjectives, possessive adjectives, and how to talk about ownership. It also shows you how you can share what your daily activities are. The vocabulary words from this episode include so much food, so old, so small, so big, piggy back, get on a horse (& the roof) and much more.
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E30_This Seat Is Yours

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E32_Urdu Handwriting Lesson 18:20

25 weeks ago18:20

18:20

In this episode I translate the sentences from one of our Urdu handwriting lessons. Did you know that Arsalan sahab and I have created an Urdu Handwriting course? Check it out HERE . The sentences in this episode are more advanced, but if you are interested in learning how to write Urdu from the beginning check out lesson number 1. Be sure to come back to this page as I will also post the video of me writing out all the sentences by hand. Be sure to subscribe to the YouTube channel so you get notified of when it's published.…

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E26_Beginning is Underrated 4:00

29 weeks ago4:00

4:00

I wanted to go over Seth Godin's blog once more - it was initially covered in episode #26. The words spark excitement in me for when I am thinking about starting something new. Even though Urdu Seekhiye is now an old project, writing and publishing each new episode really does feel like a new project and the potential of it reaching new audience members (and old ones) excites me. Feel free to help with this endeavor. Be sure to download the PDF for the full episode at www.urduseekhiye.com/E26! nayā sāl mubārak ho!! Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US…

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E31_G_Conjugation of Hona - pt 2 19:19

2 years ago19:19

19:19

This is the second part of episode 31. Be sure to listen to part 1 before listening to this one. This is a new series of episodes focused on grammar – specifically verb conjugation. For each episode, I’ll select a verb and then share with you how that verb is conjugated in the simple present, past, and future tenses. In this episode we’re going to focus on conjugating the to-be verb honā. Various example sentences are shared in each of the tenses. For this episode, we also created an instagram/YouTube reel so be sure to check that out for additional sample sentences with the adjective (mota - fat). Don't forget to download the PDF for this episode as it's FREE! This episode is available in two parts, both parts are available in most podcast players, but they are also available on the website. www.urduseekhiye.com/e31 Be sure to ask US your questions in the discussion section for this episode by visting the website! Happy learning!…

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E31_G_Conjugation of Hona - pt 1 22:36

2 years ago22:36

22:36

This is a new series of episodes focused on grammar – specifically verb conjugation. For each episode, I’ll select a verb and then share with you how that verb is conjugated in the simple present, past, and future tenses. In this episode we’re going to focus on conjugating the to-be verb honā. Various example sentences are shared in each of the tenses. For this episode, we also created an instagram/YouTube reel so be sure to check that out for additional sample sentences with the adjective (mota - fat). Don't forget to download the PDF for this episode as it's FREE! This episode is available in two parts, both parts are available in most podcast players, but they are also available on the website. www.urduseekhiye.com/e31 Be sure to ask US your questions in the discussion section for this episode by visting the website! Happy learning!…

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E30_This Seat Is Yours 24:39

2 years ago24:39

24:39

In this episode, we further practice using possessive adjectives. This handout contains tons of example sentences on how to use comparative adjectives, possessive adjectives, and how to talk about ownership. It also shows you how you can share what your daily activities are. The vocabulary words from this episode include so much food, so old, so small, so big, piggy back, get on a horse (& the roof) and much more. Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 30 Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US…

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E29_The Red Jacket 21:07

2 years ago21:07

21:07

In this episode, Ayesha joins Shireen in a dialogue about shopping. Vocabulary covered in this episode includes mahaṅgī (expensive), sastī (cheap), lāl jakiṭ (red jacket), bihtarīn tohfa (best gift), jigrī dost (best friend) , and so much more! Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US…

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E28_Possessive Adjectives 21:02

2 years ago21:02

21:02

This is a grammar episode focused on the topic of possessive adjectives. Now you can say things like: What is his/her name? (in kā nām kyā hai?) This book is [all of] theirs. (yih kitāb in [sab] kī hai.) This is their book. (yih kitāb in kī hai) Download the PDF for tons more example and visit the page for E28 repeatedly as we'll be posting more goodies related to this topic. Quizzes and Notion templates coming soon. Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 28 Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US…

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E27_I Will Have To 25:20

3 years ago25:20

25:20

In this episode Sajjad and I talk about necessities and introduce various items you can eat (apples, tomatoes, salad, bread, etc.). In addition to the great vocabualry words included in the dialgue, we have included tons of other fruits and vegetables in the chart - some that I don't even use in English! Be sure to download the PDF HERE . If you have been enjoying the podcast, share it with others who might benefit. To help us move up the podcast charts, please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts ( link in bio ). Thank you for listening!…

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E26_Beginning Is Underrated 27:07

3 years ago27:07

27:07

This episode was such a joy to produce, and a long time coming. In this episode Mansoor and I translate Seth Godin's blog post titled Beginning is Underrated . This post inspired me to start the Urdu Seekhiye podcast, so it means a lot. I hope that it inspires you to begin something that you may have been putting off, or restart something that you gave up on. "Merely begin, with the humility of someone who’s not sure, and the excitement of someone who knows that it’s possible." Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 26 Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E25_had se ziyada | apnā/ī/e 15:24

4 years ago15:24

15:24

In this short episode, Shireen explains how to use the word had (limit) and the possessive adjective apnā/ī/e (one's own). Watch this clip to hear the sentence - mazāq kī bhī had hotī hai: https://streamable.com/feuqq7 Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving US a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing! Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US…

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E25_A Spider and a Fly - Part 6 29:12

4 years ago29:12

29:12

In this final episode we come to learn of the eventual fate of the fly. Vocabulary words covered in this episode include khaṭkā (suspicion), xūšāmad (flattery), pasījī (to soften), uṛāyā (to enjoy with delight; to be wasteful) and SO much more. The past tense of hona is also discussed and more examples of the past tense are available on the free handout so be sure to download that from the website . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E25_A Spider and A Fly - Part 5 16:44

4 years ago16:44

16:44

In episode 25, we cover the poem A Spider and A Fly (ek makṛā aur makhī). It has a great lesson, but more importantly it's full of tons of great vocabulary words. Though a bit difficult, if you return to it again and again, it'll start to make sense and even be fun to listen to. This nazm (poem) is written by Allama Iqbal - a famous Urdu poet. Here is the YouTube video referred to in this episode. Also to see or hear even more of Aamir's amazing work, check out his podcast or follow him on Instagram . Be sure to download the six handouts for this episode (below); you'll find listening to it more enjoyable. Let us know if you have any questions in the discussion section for this page. Shukriya!! The songs in the intro/outro are as follows: Babar by Mughal-E-Funk Lockdown 20 by Jiill Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 25 Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US…

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E25_A Spider and A Fly - Part 4 29:03

4 years ago29:03

29:03

Aamir and I join forces again to bring you part four of this poem by Allama Iqbal - Ek Makra aur Makhi (A Spider and a Fly). Do let us know how you're enjoying the poem and learning new vocabulary words by leaving us a review on iTunes. Feel free to also ask any questions that you may have by visiting the page for this episode: www.urduseekhiye.com/e25.…

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E25_A Spider and A Fly - Part 3 23:05

4 years ago23:05

23:05

In this episode further learn about the makra's manipulative ways and how the makhī sees through them. As always, this episode is full of great vocabulary such as to fly , to decorate , to stay , to appear , guests , comfort , tools , things , present/available , and bedding . A few questions are asked in this episode, so be sure to go to our website to post your answers: www.urduseekhiye.com/e25. If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes so others can more easily find this podcast. If you know of others who might benefit from our podcast (or YouTube channel) help spread the word! Thank you for listening! Intro & Outro Music - Mugal-e-Funk (Babar): https://open.spotify.com/album/11Hldw1EsZoRSgUMOjVF9z?si=vx2-3CvFT5-00wi-PF5XMg…

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E25_A Spider and A Fly - Part 2 28:06

4 years ago28:06

28:06

In the second part, we learn a bit more about the makhī. Looks like she won't be falling in the spider's jāl. Aamir ( the host of Urdu.Daan ) joins Shireen to bring you part 2. Be sure to download the PDF for this episode from the website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e25. Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss part 3 of Ek Makṛā aur Makhī. Have questions? Let us know in the discussion section of the website or feel free to email Shireen (Shireen@UrduSeekhiye.com). If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E25_A Spider & A Fly - Part 1 32:07

4 years ago32:07

32:07

This is part 1 of 6 of the poem a Spider and a Fly (ek makṛā aur makhī). It has a good lesson, but more importantly it's full of tons of great vocabulary words. Though a bit difficult, if you return to it again and again, it'll start to make sense and even be fun to listen to. This nazm (poem) is written by Alama Iqbal - a famous Urdu poet. Mahwash from Bachpan ki Kahaniyan , joins me to bring you this poem. Be sure to also check out her podcast. She has also covered this poem, but directed at children so if you have kids you can share this nazm with them too!! Here is the YouTube video which I referred to in this episode: Be sure to download the handout for this episode. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E24_Can I Help You? 28:26

4 years ago28:26

28:26

In this episode Nadia and I show you how you can offer help to someone who has invited you to their home. Vocabulary words in this episode include sāf (clean), madad (help), isrār karnā (to insist), and magar (but), to name a few. Check it out and leave your questions on the page for this episode. www.urduseekhiye.com/e24 Download the PDF for this episode HERE . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E00_Urdu Handwriting Course 4:02

4 years ago4:02

4:02

As salām 'alaikum! Thank you for listening to this episode. This episode was released to make you aware of the amazing Urdu Handwriting course that we have developed in partnership with Handwriting Universe. The link to register: www.bit.ly/UrduHandwriting Sorry the discount is no longer valid. It expired on July 02, 2021. However, if you cannot afford the full price, please email me and we can discuss. I don't want to stop anyone with a true interest in improving their handwriting (or in learning to write Urdu) to miss the opportunity to do so. :) Let us know if you have any questions: Shireen@urduseekhiye.com! Thank you again! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E23_At the Dentist's 17:58

4 years ago17:58

17:58

In this episode learn to express pain and state where you are feeling pain . The request for this episode came from one of our listeners, so if you have a special request let Shireen know either by leaving a voice message HERE, or leave a message in the discussion boards! To download the free handout for this episode (or to leave a comment) go to the page for this episode: www.urduseekhiye.com/e23. And as always - thank you for listening! The music in the intro and outro is by Jiill - check them out here: https://youtu.be/d7zG3ib9VRc If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E22_Gender of Nouns 32:04

5 years ago32:04

32:04

In this episode, learn how to figure out whether a noun in Urdu is feminine or masculine. Listen until the end to see if Shireen passes Travis' quiz of some really difficult nouns in Urdu. We realize there are some really difficult words in this episode so be sure to download the free PDF that comes with this episode: https://urduseekhiye.sellfy.store/ If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E21_Forms of Jo 14:24

5 years ago14:24

14:24

In this episode Travis and Shireen focus on grammar, specifically the relative pronouns in Urdu. Can you provide example sentences of your own from this lesson? Be sure to share below them with us on our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e21. Make sure to download the free handout as it contains various examples mentioned in the episode. Plus you can find out how to say the numbers 52 and 64, which we clearly didn’t know how to say during the episode. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E20_I Can't Breathe 23:58

5 years ago23:58

23:58

This episode does not fit into our theme of beginner episodes, but with all that's happening in the United States, we had to include this poem on the subject of the Black Lives Matter movement. This poem is by Aslam Gurdaspuri (a living poet). He can be found on Facebook if you want to learn more about him and see the complete poem. The YouTube video of the news anchor reciting the poem can be found HERE . (he starts around 2:36) The music in the intro & outro is by Mughal-e-Funk, the track is called Babar . A special thank you to Naeema for her translation of this poem and for sharing her insightful interpretations which we hope will spark your interest in Urdu. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Please feel free to go to the website www.urduseekhiye.com/e20 or find us on any of our social media pages. Of course you can also email Shireen directly at Shireen@UrduSeekhiye.com. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving US a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E19_How Much is This? 37:32

5 years ago37:32

37:32

In this episode Shireen and Travis show you how to haggle with shop keepers, a practice very common in South Asia. You'll hear key vocabulary such as too expensive , show me , how much , price , to buy , and many more. Be sure to download the handout for this episode from our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e19. Have any questions, post them on the discussion section of the website or email Shireen directly: shireen@urduseekhiye.com. Be sure to also check out the Kingtox episode that goes more deeply into the word "vālā." If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E18_Extended Oblique Case of Pronouns 18:10

5 years ago18:10

18:10

In this episode we learn how to work with object pronouns in Urdu using the extended oblique case. If you're not a fan of grammar (like myself) then you'll find this lesson very helpful as we use several examples to break down the grammar concept. Be sure to download the handout from episode 18's page (www.urduseekhiye.com/e18) otherwise you might find yourself a bit lost. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on Apple Podcasts HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing! https://urduseekhiye.sellfy.store/…

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E18_What time is it? 20:58

5 years ago20:58

20:58

In this episode we partner with Mahwash Rehman from Bachpan ki Kahaniyan , a podcast retelling children's stories in Urdu. It's a great resource for those who already have some exposure to Urdu, but want to improve their vocabulary (like Shireen). Want to learn more about the women's cricket team in Pakistan? Check out Mahwash's book: Women in Green. If you want to hear Mahwash in her element check out her reciting poetry in Urdu. ~*~ In this episode Mahwash and Shireen talk about the time. The vocabulary in this episode includes time ( waqt ), quarter past ( savā ), morning ( subh ), to get up ( uṭhnā ), to fill ( bharnā ), and much more. Be sure to answer the questions from this episode (in the discussion section on our site). How would you say the following? I have to get up in half an hour. It's six forty-five PM. ...but first, I have to eat breakfast. (download the free handout to learn how to say breakfast ) I eat lunch from 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Be sure to visit the website to download the handout for E18. https://urduseekhiye.com/e18 To watch the video on how to tell time in Urdu click HERE . bahot šukria sun-ne kā (Thank you very much for listening!)…

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E17_How is your Health 22:56

5 years ago22:56

22:56

We are living in different times right now. This episode will better prepare you to ask others how they are doing health-wise and whether they are washing their hands and doing their part by staying home. Vocabulary from this episode includes, health , social distancing , with care , with caution , flu , cough , and fever among many others. Be sure to let us know your thoughts in the discussion section of the episode page: https://urduseekhiye.com/e17/ Also visit the page to download the extremely helpful PDF guide. Did we mention it's FREE? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E16_Why are you late?! 19:36

5 years ago19:36

19:36

In this episode I'm joined by a loyal listener, Alessia. Listen to this episode to learn more about why she's learning Urdu. Did I mention she's Italian!? She's a great example of how no language is too difficult to learn if enough time is given to practicing it - she speaks at least three other languages. In this episode we show you how to ask someone why they are so late, and how to apologize when you are late. Remember to visit the website to let us know how you like the episode. www.urduseekhiye.com/e16 Want to leave Shireen a voice message? Do so HERE . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E15_Happy New Year! 15:57

5 years ago15:57

15:57

Nayā sāl mubārak ho! In this episode learn how to wish someone a happy new year. In this episode Sara joins me again, and since she's just returned from Pakistan she shares a bit about her trip to Pakistan. Do you want to know more about her trip? Feel free to ask your questions in the discussion section of the site: www.urduseekhiye.com/e15. Happy New Year! Please help us spread the word about this podcast, so others can benefit too! Shukriya! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing! https://urduseekhiye.sellfy.store/…

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E14_What do You Do? 21:59

5 years ago21:59

21:59

Join Naeema and me as we discuss how to ask someone what he/she does for a living. Also learn how to ask someone how long they have been doing a certain activity. Vocabulary words in this episode include verbs like to write , to sing , and to work. We’d love it if you started a conversation about this topic below. Let us know if you have any questions! Thank you for listening!! If you need assistance with translation or transliteration, feel free to contact Naeema via Upwork! Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 14 Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E13_Long Distance Communication 23:52

6 years ago23:52

23:52

In this episode Leah, a polyglot, joins us from Germany. Leah, one of our listeners, was kind enough to share her story (listen to the end of E11 to hear it) with the Urdu Seekhiye community. Today, Leah and I share useful phrases that will come in handy when talking over long distances (over Skype or Whatsapp). In this episode you’ll learn how to say the following in Urdu: How is everyone doing? I can’t see you. | You are not visible Can you say that again, you got cut off? | You got disconnected. Your voice is choppy. | You are getting cut off. I don’t want to offend you, but … | I understand what you are saying, but ... We will have to agree to disagree. I tried to hide it, but I was truly blown away at how well Leah has mastered the Urdu language, and by her reasons for learning it. Be sure to leave us your comments in the discussion section. If you'd like to be on an episode, let us know! Download the PDFs HERE . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E12_Where is Dupont Circle? 28:38

6 years ago28:38

28:38

In this episode, Sara and I talk about how you can ask where something is. You will also learn a little bit about the DC train system (only a little). The vocabulary words from this episode include near , far , stop sign , left , right , tonight , don't know , and much more. Be sure to answer the three questions on the website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e12 . We LOVE hearing from you! (Use the voice message widget on the website to leave us a message.) If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E11_Such Nice Weather 16:15

6 years ago16:15

16:15

Humaira is back for E11! In this episode, learn about how to discuss the weather and ask others whether they like the heat (or the summer). We talk about how the rain in perceived here (in the West) vs. there (in South Asia). Some of the vocabulary in this episode include summer, rain, weather, picture and biryani. We also meet Leah, one of our listeners. She shares with US why she’s learning Urdu. If you want to share your reason for learning Urdu, please visit our website and use the voice recording tool to send us a message. Let us know if you have any questions about that. Be sure to translate the three questions repeated towards the end of the episode. Write your responses in the comments section Listen to Episode 11 Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US Intro & Outro music by Mugal-e-Funk , the track is Babar. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E10_Kingtox Commercial Translation - Part 2 17:33

6 years ago17:33

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STEP 1: Watch the Kingtox Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYjF-BUuz7E . STEP 2: Enjoy listening to Episode 10 - part 2 :) STEP 3: Download the handout for this episode on our website - www.urduseekhiye.com/e10 In this episode, Shireen translates the funny (and viral) Kingtox Commercial. Some of the vocabulary words in this episode are: right hand side, spoon, tea, and understand. We also cover how to make future tense statements in Urdu. As always, let us know how you liked this episode by either starting a discussion on our website or by following us on social media. Shukria!! www.urduseekhiye.com If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E10_Kingtox Commercial Translation - Part 1 16:04

6 years ago16:04

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STEP 1: Watch the Kingtox Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYjF-BUuz7E . STEP 2: Enjoy listening to Episode 10 :) STEP 3: Download the handout for this on our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e10 In this episode, Shireen translates the funny (and viral) Kingtox Commercial. Some of the vocabulary words in this episode are: right hand side, spoon, tea, and understand. We also cover how to make future tense statements in Urdu. As always, let us know how you liked this episode by either starting a discussion on our website or by following us on social media. Shukria!! www.urduseekhiye.com YouTube & Instagram: @UrduSeekhiye If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E09_How Do You Get to Work? 26:21

6 years ago26:21

26:21

In this episode Anjum and I show you how to ask someone how they get to work, and how to tell someone that you're unemployed. These are the questions for this episode: How would you say the following in Urdu? How do you make biryani? I operate a business. That is an easy task. This is very fragile. (fragile = nāzuk) I go by bus, car, train, metro, etc. Remember to post your answers either on the episode page or record your responses using the voice message tool on our website. https://urduseekhiye.com/e09 If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review in iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E08_What Type of Food Do You Like? 23:14

6 years ago23:14

23:14

In this episode, learn how to ask someone what type of food they like - more specifically whether they like meat. Humaira and I also talk about what we can and cannot do. Vocabulary words covered in this episode include type , meat , to like , to try , besides , and to cook . Be sure to download the handout for this episode. Also, check out our brand new website and be sure to begin discussions at the bottom of each episode page. Questions? Email Shireen@Urduseekhiye.com. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E07_How is Your Day Going? 16:49

6 years ago16:49

16:49

Join Aaisha and me as we discuss how to ask someone how his/her day is going. Learn to use the colloquial phrase tum sunāo . Vocabulary words in this episode include hungry , relax , time , and thank God ! Let us know if you have any questions! Thank you for listening!! Download the free PDFs HERE . Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 07 Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E06_Is this yours? 12:59

6 years ago12:59

12:59

In this episode learn how to ask someone if something belongs to them. Even though this episode is short, it has some great vocabulary words like book , to use , and of course . You get additional practice with demonstrative pronouns such as this & that . Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 06 Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E05_How many Siblings do you have?_Tum 7:07

6 years ago7:07

7:07

In this episode, Wajiha and I show you how to ask someone how many brothers or sisters they have. This episode is also full of new vocabulary such as small , younger , older , how old , middle , and approximately . Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 05 Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E05_How many Siblings do you have? 22:49

6 years ago22:49

22:49

In this episode you'll learn how to ask someone how many brothers and sisters he/she has. We have some fun and easy questions at the end of the episode for you to answer. We'll post the answers on our website. Be sure to also download the PDF handout for this episode from www.urduseekhiye.com/e05 Be sure to follow us on Social Media for regular updates: Twitter: @UrduSeekhiye Instagram: @UrduSeekhiye YouTube: https://YouTube.com/UrduSeekhiye Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UrduSeekhiye If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E04_How Do You Say ... ? 11:02

6 years ago11:02

11:02

With this episode learn how to ask how something is said, “How do you say _____?” Also learn how to say kite , water , and our demonstrative pronouns this and that . Be sure to let us know if you have any questions on the page linked below. Do you have a particular topic in mind that you’d like us to include in our next episode? Let us know! Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 04 Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Download the PDFs HERE . Connect with US If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E03_Why Are You Learning Urdu?_Tum 3:47

6 years ago3:47

3:47

Learn how to ask why someone is learning something in an informal tone with this episode. You can download the transcript by clicking HERE . Questions? Email us at UrduSeekhiye@gmail.com Thank you for listening!! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E03_Why Are You Learning Urdu? 14:33

6 years ago14:33

14:33

Even though this episode is short, it has some great vocabulary words. Learn how to ask someone why they are learning something. This episode includes words such as beautiful , language , and country . Learn how to talk about your abilities with episode 3. There are several ways to address a person. Using āp (you) is the most formal way. We also have a tum version of this episode, be sure to listen to it and download the free PDF for the less formal version also. Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 03 Here . Download the PDFs HERE . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E02_How Are You_Tum 3:54

6 years ago3:54

3:54

Learn how to ask your family and friends how they are (in an informal tone) with this episode. Download the FREE transcript by clicking HERE . Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube! @UrduSeekhiye Got questions? Suggestions? Email Shireen at Shireen@UrduSeekhiye.com If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!…

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E02_How Are You? 8:52

6 years ago8:52