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284. Saver vs. Spender: A Mother–Daughter Story | 母との金銭感覚の違い
While preparing for a trip with my mom, I noticed our 金銭感覚(kin-sen kankaku - our sense of money) was completely different. I’m a minimalist saver, while she enjoys shopping and new experiences. In this episode, I share our story, introduce useful Japanese vocabulary, and invite y ... Show More
10m 27s
Aug 18
283. How Japanese People Solve Workplace Conflicts Without Saying It Directly | 日本の職場トラブル、直接言わずにどうやって解決するのか？
In Japan, people often resolve workplace conflicts without saying things directly. This episode reveals four common approaches—consulting a third party, keeping distance, gentle communication, and using HR—based on real-life examples. Gain insight into indirect communication, sub ... Show More
13m 36s
Aug 11
282. What Kind of Child Was I? | どんな子供だった？
On a trip back to my parents’ home, I found old photos, purikura, and stories that brought my childhood back to life. Was I shy? Adventurous? Maybe a little unexpected? In this lighthearted episode, I talk about the traits that shaped little me, how some things have changed, and ... Show More
12m 12s
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