The Konnichiwa Podcast is a bilingual English-Japanese podcast. Dan, My, and Yurie started the podcast with the goal of creating a show where Japanese and English speakers of all levels could improve their language skills and have fun in the process. With topics ranging from the latest news stories, to life in Japan, to the history of ramen, the Konnichiwa Podcast aims to entertain while giving listeners a glimpse into international communication.

The Konnichiwa Podcast

TELL ME ABOUT YOUR DREAM JOB - Stay away from a specific job. You cannot win. If you say the job you are trying to get, you strain credibility. If you say another job is it, you plant the suspicion that you will be dissatisfied with this position if hired. The best is to stay genetic and say something like: A job where I love the work, like the people, can contribute and can't wait to get to work. / WHAT KIND OF PERSON WOULD YOU REFUSE TO WORK WITH? - Do not be trivial. It would take disloyalty to the organisation, violence or lawbreaking to get you to object. Minor objections will label you as a whiner. / TELL ME ABOUT A PROBLEM YOU HAD WITH A
SUPERVISOR, TEAM LEADER, MANAGER, OR BOSS - The biggest trap of all. This is a test to see if you will speak ill of your boss. If you fall for it and tell about a problem with a former boss, you may well below the interview right there. Stay positive and develop a poor memory about any
trouble you might have had.

All Ways Business

3 Interview Questions (4)

In this episode, Nick discusses renting and buying houses, which could come up in Speaking Part 3 or Writing Part 2 of the IELTS test. 

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

Is it better to rent or buy a house?

In this episode, I offer a brief introduction to a way of approaching Sufi literature and read a poem by Yunus Emre, a canonical voice in Turkish Sufi literature.

Turkish Sufi Literature

An Opening: Reading as Listening

Got off the plane but stuck wondering how to get to your hotel? No worries—I’ve got you covered!
In this episode of Spanish Unplugged, we’ll teach you the essential phrases to navigate taxis, negotiate fares like a pro, and even use apps like Uber or Cabify. From arrival to destination, you’ll feel like a local in no time.
🎙️ Tune in to discover how Alex, our travel-savvy protagonist, gets from the airport to downtown with confidence.
💡 Want this guide? Drop me a message, and I’ll send it your way!

Spanish Unplugged Podcast

EP2: Taxi Talk: Your Uber Survival Guide 🚕

Have you ever wondered why Japan has two different names, "Nihon" and "Nippon"? 🇯🇵 

While both are correct, native speakers choose one over the other based on the "feeling" of the situation.

In this episode, I explain:

The subtle nuances: Which one sounds more energetic or formal?
Why we use "Japan" in English.

Improve your listening skills and dive deeper into Japanese culture with me! 🎙️

（やさしい日本語）

みなさんは、日本の名前に「にほん」と「にっぽん」の2つがあることを知っていますか？🤔 
どちらも正しいですが、日本人はその時の「気持ち」や「場面（ばめん）」で使い分けています。

このエピソードで話すこと：

・「にほん」と「にっぽん」のニュアンスの違い
・どうして英語では "Japan" と言うのか？

「本当の日本語」のニュアンスを、私と一緒に楽しく学びましょう！✨

Easy Japanese with Aiko | Slow & Natural Listening

にほん vs にっぽん？ Why do we say "Nihon", "Nippon" or "Japan" ? Understanding the nuance【Intermediate】

Mastering Listening Comprehension with Miss Smith

Have you ever pondered the art of mastering listening comprehension? Miss Smith, a seasoned educator, offers invaluable insights on this skill. She advocates for active listening, emphasizing the need to grasp not just the words, but their context, nuances, and the emotions they convey. Miss Smith encourages regular practice with diverse audio materials, from conversations to podcasts, as a means to expose oneself to various accents, speeds, and topics. With patience and persistence, Miss Smith believes that anyone can unlock the door to impeccable listening comprehension, ultimately enriching their language proficiency.

LEARN BY LISTENING

Listen Comprehension Exercise

Meditation - Setting your mind to win!

Have you ever experience an 'Alpha Level Meditation' before?

Beta, Alpha, Theta, and Delta brainwaves are different frequencies of electrical activity in your brain. They’re associated with different states of consciousness and mental activity. 

Think of them as different gears in a machine—each frequency corresponds to a different function or mental state.

Beta Waves (13-38 Hz): These are the fastest brainwaves, and you typically experience them when you’re alert, focused, and actively thinking

Alpha Waves (8-12 Hz): These are slower than beta waves, and you often experience them when you’re relaxed but still awake, like when you’re meditating or daydreaming peacefully. 

Theta Waves (4-7 Hz): These waves are slower than alpha waves and are associated with deep relaxation, light sleep, and a state of being very at ease.

Delta Waves (0.5-3 Hz): These are the slowest brainwaves and are primarily associated with deep sleep. You’re usually not consciously aware of much when these are dominant.


Your subconscious mind is programmed easily on the 'Alpha' level. Therefore, this type of meditation / relaxation / programming is going to influence your state / thinking much faster.

Use it daily if you can and in 30 days you'll be amazed at the result that you can achieve!

You can check out my 1-1 training classes now.

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The Habits of Professionals Growing Into Strong, Confident English Communicators

Meditation - Setting your mind to win!

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