Foster Hodge
Co-host of Carioca Connection
Appears in 340 Episodes
S01:E10 - Meditation
In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster explore the world of meditation and its benefits for daily life. Through a casual and engaging conversation, t...
S01:E09 - Favorite Neighborhood In Rio
Everyone knows Copacabana and Ipanema. In today's episode, we dive deep into our favorite neighborhoods and Rio.2023 is the year to improve your Portuguese! Come join ...
S01:E08 - Olimpíadas
In this episode, we cover everything about the 2016 Summer Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro. You will find out what Brazilian think about the Olympics, whether Rio is r...
S01:E07 - Animals in Rio
In episode 7, Alexia and Foster talk about animals in Rio, the culture of pets and adoption. For Brazil and animal lovers alike, you will learn a lot of useful informa...
S01:E06 - Poços De Caldas
In episode six, Alexia and Foster talk about Poços de Caldas. Poços is a city in Minas Gerais and is truly worth a visit. We cover everything from the food, tourist at...
S01:E05 - Brazilians Love New York
Brazilians love New York City. They can't get enough of it. In this episode, we find out why and talk about Alexia's experience in the Big Apple.2023 is the year to im...
S01:E04 - Porteiro: Your Most Intimate Relationship in Brazil
In episode 4 we discuss one of the most important figures in urban Brazilian society--the porteiro. The doorman. The super. Whatever you want to call them, in Brazil, ...
S01:E03 - Drinking In Brazil
It doesn't matter if you are a drinker or not, the odds are that alcohol will play a role in your life in Brazil. Whether drinking caipirinhas on Ipanema or sharing be...
S01:E02 - Weird Things Brazilians Do
We'll be the first ones to admit it, Brazilians are kind of weird sometimes. Parts of their daily routine often leave foreigners dumbfounded. In episode two, we discus...
S01:E01 - Welcome To Carioca Connection!
In this episode, Alexia and Foster introduce the podcast, the genesis story of the project, and talk a little bit more about what we are doing and how it can help your...