This week we go over our favorite artists & bands from Canada & Japan and quickly learn our favorite domestic bands are often not so popular outside our countries, unless they have a song in an anime apparently.

今週のポッドキャストでは、僕たちが個人的に好きなカナダと日本のアーティストやロックバンドについて、ふれてみました！話していると、アニメの主題歌じゃないかぎり、お互いの国のアーティストやロックバンドがあまり有名じゃないことに、すぐに気づきました！

Koryuu Podcast/交流ポッドキャスト

Your Canadian/Japanese Friends' Favourite Artists & Bands You Should Know/知っておくとお得かも！？カナダと日本の音楽アーティストたち

Luego de una encuesta realizada en las calles de España preguntando a la gente si es feliz, no hubo ni una sola persona cuya respuesta haya sido ‘no’. Si nos hubieran mentido, estaríamos hablando de 'happycracia', la tiranía de la felicidad. Estar obligados a ser felices y sentirnos culpables si no superamos las dificultades. Lo describen muy bien el psicólogo español Edgar Cabanas y la socióloga israelí Eva Illouz en el libro 'Happycracia': “hoy declarar que no eres feliz es vergonzoso, como si hubiéramos perdido el tiempo o hecho algo mal”.

Cafecito con Ale

¿Qué es la 'happycracia' y por qué se nos obliga a ser felices?

詐欺（さぎ）にあった！
 I was scammed！！
사기 당했어요

こんにちは！日本語教師(にほんごきょうし)のNANAです👩‍🏫
Hello! I'm Japanese teacher NANA 
안녕하세요! 일본어강사 나나입니다

●YOUTUBEに英語、韓国語の字幕ver.があります
English, Korean Subtitles on YOUTUBE
유튜브에는 영어, 한국어 자막이 있습니다
https://www.youtube.com/@nanasensei777

NANAのにほんごpodcast 

詐欺（さぎ）にあった！ I was scammed！！

关于问题，你知道些什么？
你每天问几个问题呢？
你听过最棒的问题是什么？
你能问出很好的问题吗？
让我们来聊一聊～

中文小天地 Little Chinese world

我们一起来聊“问题”

conjuguemos y conjugamos 

capítulo 1 (oficialmente) DECIR - TO SAY

In this episode of the ESL Learning Podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of computers. Computers have become an integral part of our lives, and being able to discuss them in English is essential. Whether you're a beginner or a pre-intermediate learner, this episode is designed to help you expand your vocabulary and confidently talk about computers in English.

Hosted by Louis, this informative episode begins by introducing key computer-related terms, such as computer, laptop, keyboard, mouse, monitor, internet, software, hardware, and email. Through repetition, you'll practice pronouncing these words to boost your fluency.

Next, Louis guides you through useful phrases to talk about computers. You'll learn how to answer the question, "Do you have a computer?" and respond with phrases like "Yes, I have a computer." Furthermore, you'll practice using the phrase "I use my computer for..." followed by specific activities like emailing, gaming, or studying.

Expanding on this, Louis teaches you to express preferences by saying "I prefer [software/program]" to describe your favorite software or program. For instance, "I prefer using Photoshop for editing photos." This phrase allows you to discuss your preferred tools confidently.

Additionally, Louis introduces the phrase "Can you help me with my computer?" to assist you in seeking help with computer-related issues. Understanding basic troubleshooting vocabulary like "restart," "update," or "install" will also prove valuable.

By the end of this episode, you'll have expanded your computer-related vocabulary and gained the confidence to discuss computers in English. Remember to practice using these phrases in your conversations and seek assistance when needed. Tune in to the ESL Learning Podcast and embark on an exciting journey of improving your English skills while exploring the world of computers. Happy learning!

English on the Road 

Talking about Computers

In this episode of The Streetwise English Podcast I talk about the possibility of the U.S. ban on TikTok. My teacher profile: https://italki.com/teacher/1947582
Book a 1 on 1 class!!

Streetwise English

SWE 124  U.S. to Ban TikTok?  (Intermediate / Advanced)

Communicative Technique and Coaching In Spoken English Development

What is communicative technique?

What is coaching?

How does it blend and why?

What are students goals when it comes to language learning?

What are their challenges along the way?

What makes language tutors, instructors, teachers different from one another?

How can English teachers improve their teaching game?

These points above and soooo much more is covered in this recording.

Enjoy the easy pace of speaking, soothing and relaxing voice and dive deeper into Your unconscious improvement that are taking place every second of your everyday life and listening to the words I speak...

Have fun.

Anatoly

The Habits of Highly Effective English Communicators

Communicative Technique and Coaching In Spoken English Development

In this episode, my dad and I recall some of our favorite memories as sports fans.

If you’re a sports fan yourself, that’s great, but even if you’re not, I think you’ll benefit from listening to this one, as many English idioms and other vocabulary were born out of the world of sports.

Otherwise, listening to this episode should give you a sense of what being a sports fan in America is like, because it’s unique compared to sporting culture in most other countries.

***For English learners! – Detailed vocabulary lesson begins at 31:56***

***Full episode transcript available ⁠⁠here: https://american-idiom.com/f/005-sports-memories ⁠⁠***

Episode Outline:

Baseball – the Detroit Tigers win the World Series in 1984 (Starts at 1:35)
Hockey - touching the Stanley Cup in 2001 (Starts at 6:27)
Hockey - meeting Guy Lafleur in New York (Starts at 10:22)
American Football - attending Michigan vs. Notre Dame in 2011 (Starts at 15:27)
American Football - Michigan Football's 2024 national championship (Starts at 20:31)
The Olympics - Attending the 2024 Olympics in Paris (Starts at 22:36)
American Football - Michigan's victory over Ohio State in 2024 (Starts at 24:04)
Association Football (Soccer) - France wins the 2018 World Cup (Starts at 27:21)

Vocabulary and examples (Starts at 30:04)

and so on and so forth (used at 4:08 explained at 32:40)
a stone's throw away from (used at 11:09 and explained at 34:40)
to run into someone (used at 11:35 and explained at 36:37)
to get to do something (used at 6:39, 11:43, 23:13 and 23:32 and explained at 38:35)
to pass away (used at 13:22 and explained at 40:51)
to be grandfathered in (used at 14:00 and explained at 42:55)
to pull something off (used at 17:29 and explained at 44:53)
in a nutshell (used at 26:32 and explained at 47:04)

***A list of specific sports vocabulary (with brief explanations) used during this episode can be found at the bottom of ⁠the following page: https://american-idiom.com/f/005-sports-memories ***