2. Japanese Word Play? Shiritori /言葉遊び（し...

I invited YUYU to talk with me about competition and motivation. He told me stories from his childhood, playing baseball, and why he finally quit swimming. As a coach, he realized that sports can be fun without rivalry. Together we discussed how competition gives energy but can a ... Show More

In this episode, we sit down with YUYU to explore cashless culture and money mindsets in Japan and Mexico. From credit vs. debit cards to QR code payments, we discuss how people pay in daily life and why attitudes toward debt, saving, and responsibility differ across cultures. We ... Show More

In this episode, I talk about three unique coffee characters I met in Osaka. First, a “Coffee Doctor” who keeps detailed “bean records” for customers, just like a clinic. Second, a lively “Osaka Mom” clerk who gave me advice and free coffee at Yodobashi Camera. Finally, a kind “C ... Show More

Learn a phrase about talking too much. 

「日本語は難しい！」と言う人は多いですが、本当に日本語は難しいのでしょうか？逆に、日本語以外の言語、例えば英語とかは簡単なのでしょうか？そもそも言語に難しいとか簡単とかってあるんでしょうか？今日はそんなお話。 

Practice speaking English with me, as your friend today in a "repeat after me" English lesson. I'll teach you some common phrases that English speakers use to make their speech sound quicker and you will repeat the phrase. In this English lesson, I am not going to be speaking lik ... Show More

A lot of students tell me that they are trying to think in English to speak English faster. In this episode I wanted to explain what the quickest way to speak is. 

Learn a phrase about talking nonsense. 

Do you have difficulty speaking in English. Sometimes the hardest part is to start a conversation. In this podcast, we will discuss how to start a conversation in any situation. 

Listening to natural conversational English is the most effective way to understand and replicate native English speakers.