Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Indispensable Guide to Paris
We asked French people how to get around in France, and particularly in Paris. One piece of advice that we heard over and over: buy this book.
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Rich and Famous… or Maybe Broke?
The Russian rock band DDT (ДДТ) has recently caught the attention of Forbes magazine. The magazine placed DDT’s lead singer Yuri Shevchuk number 45 on their list of 50 most influential Russian celebrities.
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Eating in Taiwan: 6 Pointers
Taiwanese food is delicious. Even the pickiest traveler will find several dishes to enjoy (and to miss upon returning to the US). Because dining out is so cheap, travelers can enjoy eating out in Taiwan’s many restaurants. But, Taiwanese eating customs can be very foreign to the American. To avoid confusion, follow these tips.
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A Cookie-Cutter Life
How does the modern Russian person live? Just about the same way Russians have been living since the early 1960s.
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Speedy Internet Dictionary to the Rescue
Ehem, class. Please take your seats. Are you using WordReference.com yet? If you are learning a foreign language, you need to know this website.
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Vous êtes d’où?
Nice to meet you! Where are you from? Listen as these French men and women respond to the question, “Vous êtes d’où?”
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Driving Mishaps, Shopping Adventures and Americans in Paris
We had a blast hearing the funny stories from the French business people, actors, and comedians in ForeignIQ’s studio sessions. We talked about culture differences between Americans and the French.
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Video Scavenger Hunt: Streets of Paris
If you wonder what Paris looks like beyond what you have seen in postcards, check out this travel video. See Paris from all sides as a young couple makes its way through a Parisian train station, up the Eiffel Tower and past the Louvre.
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Deep Down, We’re All the Same. Or Are We…?
Looking for an in-depth read on the cultural differences between Americans and the French? Look no further: Cultural Misunderstandings.
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Are you married? Uh-oh.
Our panel of French men and women respond to the question, “Are you married?”. Watch and listen as they answer in their own words. One monsieur is now sleeping in the doghouse…
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