Who was the Portuguese 'benevolent dictator', died today & said: "Bury the dead & heal the living"?

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Join Carl and special guest **Paul Rees** for the latest **Central Portugal Update**!Paul brings you the most important news, developments, and stories from the heart of Portugal — covering everything from local projects and community life to practical information that matters to residents and future movers.Today LIVE from UK! A warm, positive start to your day with real insights into Central Portugal. ✅ Comment “CENTRAL PORTUGAL” below✅ More Portugal-curious suport & community at 👉 www.portugaltalk.comSubscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! live show 🇵🇹 #GoodMorningPortugal #CentralPortugal #PortugalUpdate #PaulRees #PortugalNews #CentralPortugalLiving #PortugalExpats #MoveToPortugal #PortugalLiving #PortugalTalk #CarlMunson #PortugalCommunity #AlgarveLiving #LisbonLifeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

We already had: - The **Queen of one ‘F’** (Fado) - The **King of the other ‘F’** (Football) Now for the **third ‘F’** - on this very day in 1917, three shepherd children in a small village reported seeing apparitions of the Virgin Mary.Carl asks: Where did these famous apparitions take place? Drop your guess in the comments! Want the full answer, more daily Portugal quizzes, history and culture?✅ Join the Portugal Club for free at 👉 www.portugaltalk.com✅ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! quiz or live show 🇵🇹#GoodMorningPortugal #PortugalQuiz #PortugalClub #Fatima #OurLadyOfFatima #PortugueseHistory #FadoFootballFatima #OnThisDay #PortugalHeritage #CatholicPortugal #PortugalCulture #PortugalTalk #CarlMunson #PortugalCommunityBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

We’re looking at two absolute legends from 1968 at Estádio da Luz: - The **Queen of one ‘F’** (she could make the entire stadium weep with emotion) - The **King of the other ‘F’** (he could make the entire stadium roar with joy)Together they represent two of Portugal’s most famous “F”s… but what is the **third ‘F’** that completes the trio?Drop your guess in the comments (and tell us who you think the Queen and King are!).Want the answer, more daily Portugal quizzes, history and fun? ✅ Get Portugal-curious support and join the Portugal Club for free at 👉 www.portugaltalk.com✅ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! quiz or live show 🇵🇹Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today we’re joined by two wonderful guests for a heartfelt and inspiring show:**Mamabear McGowan** shares her wisdom on **Living Life to the Fullest** in Portugal — embracing the slower pace, finding joy in the simple things, and making the most of this beautiful country. **Lidia** talks about **Integration** — how to truly settle in, build real connections with the local community, overcome the challenges of moving to a new country, and feel like you truly belong.Expect warm stories, practical advice, laughs, and plenty of real-talk about expat life in Portugal.Join us live! ✅ Comment “LIVING LIFE FULLY” or “INTEGRATION” below✅ More Portugal-curious support & community at 👉 www.portugaltalk.comSubscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! live show 🇵🇹 #GoodMorningPortugal #LivingLifeToTheFullest #PortugalIntegration #MamabearMcGowan #PortugalExpats #PortugalLiving #ExpatLifePortugal #MoveToPortugal #PortugalTalk #CarlMunson #PortugalCommunity #AlgarveLiving #LisbonLifeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

Good Morning Portugal! Quiz: The 3,350-Year-Old Olive Tree MysteryGood Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today’s **Portugal Club Quiz** takes us back over **3,350 years**!On this day (ish) in Portuguese history, an incredible olive tree was already growing — long before Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s reign ended and centuries before the Roman Empire even existed.This ancient tree has survived earthquakes, wars, and empires… and it’s still here in Portugal today.Carl asks: What is the current state of this legendary olive tree?Want the full answer, more daily Portugal quizzes, history and fun?✅ Join the Portugal Club for free at 👉 www.portugaltalk.com✅ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! quiz or live show 🇵🇹Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ This morning we’re celebrating **Loving Portuguese Country Life** with special guests Bob & Viv!They’ve made the move to rural Portugal and are sharing their real, honest experiences — the beautiful moments, the practical challenges, the slower pace, the incredible community spirit, and why they wouldn’t trade it for anything.Expect warm stories, practical tips for anyone dreaming of countryside living, and plenty of inspiration for a more authentic Portuguese lifestyle. Join us live tomorrow morning for a lovely chat! ✅ Comment “COUNTRY LIFE” below &✅ Get more support & community at 👉 www.portugaltalk.comSubscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! live show 🇵🇹Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

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Good Morning Portugal! 🇵🇹☕ Today’s **Portugal Club Quiz** question: On this day in 1782, one of the most influential and controversial figures in Portuguese history passed away — the man often called the “benevolent dictator”.He rebuilt Lisbon after the devastating 1755 earthquake, crushed the power of the nobility, abolished slavery in mainland Portugal, expelled the Jesuits, and created the world’s first demarcated wine region in the Douro.Carl asks: What was the title of Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo?Drop your guess in the comments or for more daily Portugal quizzes, history, culture and community fun, head to the Portugal Club for free via www.portugaltalk.comSubscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! quiz or live show 🇵🇹 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

Unlock the secrets of Portuguese language and culture! 🇵🇹 In our monthly live Q&A, we’re joined by the wonderful Filomena Pascoal and James Holley.We dive into the nuances of living in Portugal, tackling the hurdles of intensive language study, and answering real-time questions from our community.Whether you're moving to Portugal or just starting your language journey, this session is packed with "feelgood" insights and practical advice.In this video:Top tips for intensive Portuguese language study.Cultural nuances every expat should know.Live Q&ACommunity questions on life in Portugal.Staying motivated on your learning journey.Join the community: Keep the vibe going and connect with fellow Portugal lovers at the Portugal Club  via www.portugaltalk.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

On this day in Portuguese history (7 May), the lower deck of the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge (formerly the Salazar Bridge) in Lisbon was officially inaugurated for rail traffic. Before this, the bridge only carried cars.The addition of the Fertagus train line revolutionised commuting between Lisbon and the South Bank – drastically cutting traffic and travel time.Carl asks: In what year did the first train finally cross the lower deck to Setúbal?✅ Drop your guess in the comments or join and guess at the Portugal Club for free 👉 www.portugaltalk.comSubscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Good Morning Portugal! quiz or live show 🇵🇹Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal