2024-03-31
47 分钟Illinois is situated in the heart of the American Midwest, and it's a charming mix of city life and rural landscapes.
It's known as the prairie state because of its vast expanses of flat land.
Over 60% of the state is covered in farmland, so agriculture plays a significant role in Illinois's economy.
They're known for their production of crops like corn and soybeans.
Now, there are a few natural wonders in this state, one being starved rock state park, where ancient sandstone canyons and waterfalls await visitors.
But what attracts most out of towners is, of course, the vibrant city of Chicago, also known as the Windy City.
Depending on the year, Chicago ranks as the third or fourth largest city in the US.
There are a lot of people and there's lots to do.
Of course, it's situated on the scenic shore of Lake Michigan, so it's beautiful.
Chicago is also a hotspot for art enthusiasts.
It's not only home to world class museums and iconic architecture, it's also the home city of today's guest, Jackie Katzis, who is an ESL teacher and a well known youtuber from the channel Ask Jackie.
We'll begin today's episode by getting to know this wonderful chicagoan, and then we'll discover Chicago and Illinois with her.
You'll hear about Jackie's experience with tornadoes, learn the nuances of the Chicago accent, you'll hear about the food, and you'll get a local's perspective on how to make the most out of your next trip to Chicago.
This is a fun one.
Let's do it.
Hi, everybody.
My name is Shawna, and this is the american English podcast.
My goal here is to teach you the English spoken in the United States through common expressions, pronunciation tips, and interesting cultural snippets or stories.
I hope to keep this fun, useful, and interesting.
Let's do it.