In this episode, I reflect on the personal reasons behind my decision to study Japanese. From anime to video games, from Shintoism to sound aesthetics, I explore the many cultural threads that shaped my motivation. It’s a story of curiosity, immersion, and rediscovery through language.

Immersive Italian

Why I Started Learning Japanese – Immersive Italian Podcast Ep.3

Do you prefer food in the traditional way, or are you adventurous and like to try different things?

The Social Evolutionary

Pineapple on Pizza is WRONG! Or is it?

My experience of trying to communicate something in Chinese. Don't get frustrated when a person doesn't understand. Tips on how to keep communicating when your pronunciation isn't great or you don't know a word.
I give classes where we practice flexibility, so that you're able to talk about anything, now!

Trying to buy Moon Cake - Pronunciation Problems

Unless your hair magically grows shorter, you probably GET your hair cut. There is grammar for haircuts???
Also, two funny expressions for asking someone if they got their hair cut.

Grammar for haircuts???

Today is ANZAC Day, which remembers the soldiers of Australia and New Zealand.

Fight... for Freedom, but Forgive for True Peace.

The word whisky comes from the Scottish Gaelic word "uisge". But it's meaning is very surprising!
I also look at the origin of the word vodka.