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Funny English conversations slowed down for ESL students. Hi! We are English teachers with many years of experience in 英会話 schools, private classes, and online. BUT this podcast is about having fun! Similar to "GoGoエイブ会話" (Abe's original podcast) this program is for people who want some laughs with their English studies. We have natural conversations, but speak slowly so that ESL learners can keep up, and we will try to explain some of the advanced vocabulary, expressions, and idioms that we ...
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204. What happens in Okinawa stays in Okinawa.
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We talk about a trip we took to Okinawa many years ago. Then we answer a relationship question from Russia, and another question about Big Rich's experience traveling around the world. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artis…
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Rich gives us an update about the mysterious couple he often sees when he goes for a walk, and then we talk about his plans to have a romantic cherry blossom picnic date. After that we talk about the elephant in the room and decide how to share a nice gift from a Taiwanese listener. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/…
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Hello friends! In today's episode I take a walk down memory lane and talk about all the skits that were mentioned in the song that Space Dragon made for episode 200. Don't worry guys, Big Rich will be back next week for a brand new episode! FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1…
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Hello friends! Today we talk about first impressions, strange encounters with religious groups, and Big Rich answers a question about his experience traveling the world. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQP…
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Oh my god, what a crazy episode. We talk about more gross dad habits, champagne, the biggest fruit ever, helicopter fights, "milking the moose", incest, porn, incest porn, cousins, farting, a million dollar idea... and two new songs by Space Dragon! Listen at your own risk. Lol FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6W…
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Today we talk about sneezing, gross dad habits, and the origin of our legendary Tuesday night boy's night. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Abe's Website: https://w…
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Today we talk about Hawaii, having "thick skin", and we introduce a new song by Space Dragon! Afterwards Big Rich tells us about collecting stuffed animals, and how he impresses ladies with his special "lentil surprise" dish. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON o…
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Today we talk about kerosene heaters, how babies are like a key to go anywhere you want, and we answer a question about how Rich ended up teaching in Japan. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=…
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Hello Friends! Today Rich tells us about his unusual walking habits, and we answer a question about what to do in California if you go there for a holiday. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=c…
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195. What's your Type? (Questions for Big Rich)
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Hello Friends! Today Big Rich tells us a little bit about his first job teaching English in Europe, and answers some listener questions about his "type" (the type of girl he likes), and some other things. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.s…
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Hello friends! Big Rich is back and we talk about how we met, how Rich lived for almost two years without a refrigerator, and we answer a listener question about handwriting. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQ…
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Hello friends... Today is a sad day for Teacher Talk fans. Ben has decided to stop podcasting. We talk about the reasons for his decision, and he leaves us with a new song. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk…
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192. Yellow Snow & Ending Business Emails
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Hello friends! Today we talk about our snowboarding trip to Zao, Ben tells us about some large items he has bought recently, and we answer a question from a listener about how to end business emails. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotif…
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Hello friends! Today we talk about Ben's burning desire to go snowboarding, an embarrassing medical problem, and we answer a question from a listener who is planning a road trip in Australia. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ar…
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190. "I told my bed that I'm going to wife!"
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Hello friends! Ben is back! Today we talk about Abe traveling to Canada with his family, Ben's Christmas in Japan, we answer a question from Russia about how we spent New Year's Eve, and we talk a little bit about kissing customs (Ben thinks it is weird that Abe's family kiss each other on the lips). Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtub…
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189. Happy New Year! (Special guest: Big Rich!)
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Happy New Year friends! Today we are joined by our good friend and very experienced English teacher, Big Rich! We talk about what it is like to be a giant in Japan, and answer a question about training songs in the American military. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAG…
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Hello friends! Today Ben tells us about his family trip to Lego Land! We also talk about an animal attack in Australia. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teacher Talk IG: h…
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187. Free University & "Loan" Words & "It Hits Too Close to Home"
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Hello friends! Today we discuss the big news about free university in Japan! We also talk about "schadenfreude" which is when someone feels good when they see other people having trouble. We also introduce the expression "it hits too close to home", which means something feels personal to you so you don't like to joke or talk lightly about it. Teac…
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186. "I" vs "Me" & Turning Over a New Leaf
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Hello friends! Today we make a promise! Can Ben really last a week without alcohol? We will see... We also tell some dad jokes and answer a question about "I" vs "me". Video for this episode on YouTube! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.s…
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Hello friends! Today we do some dad jokes! Then we give some advice about how to find clean toilets when you are traveling abroad. Video for this episode on YouTube! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gU…
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184. Funny Small Talk & "Keep your panties on" & Yellow Fever
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Hello friends! Today we talk about Ben's Yellow Fever, introduce some funny small talk in various situations, and answer some listener questions. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_…
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Hello friends! Today we talk about Ben's hair cutting skills, and we answer a serious question about having an international long distance relationship. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0…
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182. (Terrible) Pick Up Lines For Women [R]
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Happy Tuesday! It is quite rare for women to use 'pick up' lines on men, but times are changing, and a listener asked us, so in this episode we introduce some (terrible) pick up lines for women. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com…
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Happy Tuesday! We talk about Ben's unlucky kayaking trip, give Ben's lonely friend a suggestion for a partner, and answer a question about classroom management. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=…
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Happy Tuesday! We talk about Abe's trip to Osaka, and we help Ben's friend in Australia who recently became single. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teacher Talk IG: https…
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Happy Tuesday! We talk about spending time in the countryside, finding porn magazines outside, and Ben has a story about a woman in Australia that decided to pick up a platypus. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2Vq…
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Happy Tuesday! We talk about Abe's daughter's birthday party, and we answer a question about "supernatural" or paranormal" experiences. Towards the end we look at a review from a listener in Australia. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spot…
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Happy Tuesday! We talk about Abe's hectic weekend, Australian slang, and Ben tries to make up for forgetting Abe's birthday by singing him some original birthday songs. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie…
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We talk about Ben being sick, Abe's trip to Aomori, answer a question about the toys that we played with when we were children, and we have a special update from a listener that asked us for ROMANTIC advice! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://ope…
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175. Building Suspense (by using the present tense♪)
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We talk about a stereo type that Ben's dog does not fit, answer a question from Canada about which Japanese accents sound cool to us, and we explain how to use the present tense to build suspense and dramatic effect when you are telling someone a story. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confi…
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Today we find out that we both broke our promises, and we answer a listener question about times when we were in a dangerous situation while traveling abroad. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cj…
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Today we open some gifts, and Abe is very disappointed. We also do an update for a listener question, and then we answer a new question about "luck". Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-…
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172. It's Important to Remember the Context.
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We talk about "Indian summers", moving heavy things at Ben's house, and then we answer a follow up question about farting in space. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/vf-6mbPI1sg Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6C…
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We talk about enjoying the summer, then Abe tells Ben about peeing in his cat's toilet when he was half asleep. After that we receive some gifts from international listeners! Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/8HhYQzs3QZg Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on …
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Ben talks about his trip to Tokyo, and Abe talks about meeting a homeless man in a park. Then we answer a listener question about space farts! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PV…
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Abe talks about his daughter's first river BBQ, Ben talks about his plans to "get snipped" (pipe cut), we have another update from a listener looking for work in Australia, and then we answer a listener question about being a "contrarian". Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/O-FWWhmKXH0 Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ch…
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168. Flavor Island (Would you like to live on a small island?)
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Abe and Ben talk about the "jinx" game, and then Ben tells us about his trip to "Flavor Island". Afterwards they talk about the inconveniences of living on an island, and Abe gives an update about a listener in Australia who is job hunting. We are back on YouTube! Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/3z0m78Dx1Bo Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: ht…
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Ben talks about an uncomfortable experience while buying a bottle of wine, and then he blows Abe's mind when he answers a listener question about baby kangaroos. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si…
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166. Late Night Hot Springs (Naked and Afraid)
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Ben tells us about his long weekend, and we talk about going to hot springs in Japan. Afterwards we answer a question about political campaigns in Japan vs Australia and Canada - in particular we talk about the vans that drive around with loudspeakers. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confir…
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165. Squeezing the Truth Juice out of the Ben Fruit
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Abe confronts Ben about lying on the podcast! ("to blow up one's spot" means to expose someone's secret or private information, causing them embarrassment or trouble.) Then we answer a listener question about how to find a job in Australia, and about the troubles we had when we first moved to Japan. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube…
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164. How did you propose?❤️ (it's a total "let-down")
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Hello friends! In this episode Ben tells us about having dinner in the park with his family and a drunk homeless man, and we answer a listener question about how we proposed to our wives. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist…
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Hello friends! In this episode Ben gets a gift from a listener, and then we talk about saving photos, hug culture, and Ben tells us another kayaking story. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFn…
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162. The Wasp Nest & Staying in Touch (and falling out of touch) with International Friends
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Today Ben talks about getting rid of a wasp nest, and we answer a question about staying in touch with international friends. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teacher Talk…
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161. Don't Drain the Damn Dam Man!・Feeling "Burned Out"・Dirty Johnny Update
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We talk about feeling burned out, Ben tells us about his first time kayaking at a dam, Abe shares a story about a dam being drained for a very selfish reason in India, and Abe clears something up about the Dirty Johnny episode. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on …
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160. Kangaroo Attack! & Funny names in Australia
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Ben talks about losing money, and then tells a story about a kangaroo attack in Australia. After that, we answer a listener question about funny names for cities and towns in Australia and Canada. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/gFBFVXRZ6jI Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confi…
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Today we talk about a hot topic in the news in Japan, and around the world. There are a few things no one should ever "turn a blind eye to" (ignore)... And the #1 thing is sexual abuse of a child! Today we shame everyone who did that. We don't want to upset fans of "Johnny" groups, in fact, we encourage you to continue to support the survivors, but…
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Today we talk about getting suspended from school when we were teenagers, and growing up to become a responsible adult. Or at least pretending to be a responsible adult! Ben also talks about a lucky day that he had recently. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/U_BiUjz3htc Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG…
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Today Abe "has a bone to pick" with Ben. After that we are asked about if we have experienced racism in Japan... The answer is, not really. But we share some funny stories about people kind of bothering us... most likely because we are foreigners. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/O3NG8bb0FEY Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtub…
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Hello friends! Today we explain "dumbfounded" / "dumbstruck", then we talk about the sports we played when we were younger, a few white lies that we told our wives, and towards the end we make a formal request for information from the people of Japan to the people of Taiwan. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/GzxlpJxhQ4o Teacher Talk YouTube …
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155. Abe is a Monster... But Ben's Beard is very "Unkempt"!
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Hello friends! Today Ben is looking quite rugged because of his unkempt beard. Abe tells a horrible story, and we answer a question about wildlife in Canada. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/PM9i9h6BrhU Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://…
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