Tag: brazil
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Suco do Brasil
“You’re from Brazil? That’s amazing, you’re so lucky, it has such beautiful beaches!” This was the oft-repeated phrase we would hear when I introduced Marilia to people early on in our relationship. Admittedly, I’m surprised these comments weren’t accompanied by descriptions of monkey butlers regaling them with jungle stories. To be fair, and more kind-hearted,…
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Superb Owl & The Globalization of American Culture
“Voce gosta dos Bengals?!” I said to the man in a Bengals hat. “Go 49ers!” He replied, leaving me perplexed. This is a perfect example of NFL culture in Brasil & South America. No allegiance, no knowledge, simply wearing whatever colors you think are cool, and making this author feel like John Madden. ‘Go Team!’…
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