Oct 6
290. 【会話】Do You Like to Compete? A Conversation with YUYU | 負けず嫌いですか？
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
25m 39s
Sep 29
289. 【会話】Cashless Culture & Money Mindsets: A Conversation with YUYU | 決済方法とお金の話
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
15m 23s
Sep 22
288. The Three Coffee Characters I Met in Osaka | 大阪の3人のコーヒー人（キャラ濃いめ）
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
14m 59s
Jun 2022
Fast English speaking practice, repeat after me
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
8m 39s
Sep 2022
No more pauses or hesitation when you speak English
If you're working on improving your spoken English, you might have a problem with pauses. Maybe you start a sentence, but you hesitate because you're not sure how exactly to express your thought in English. You know how to say it in your native language, but you're just not sure ... Show More
6m 2s