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Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

Abe Lawson, Ben Tracy, Rich Kessell

Learn English with Fun and Natural Conversations! We are English teachers from the U.S. and Canada, with years of experience teaching in Japan. In this podcast, we have natural, unscripted conversations and speak slowly to help you follow along. We also explain difficult words and expressions. Perfect for ESL learners from basic to advanced levels! Our original Australian co-host still joins us sometimes. Expect laughs, real-life stories, and talk about Japan, the U.S., Canada, and Australia. Enjoy

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156. What sports did you play?

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2023/05/08

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 Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify:

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155. Abe is a Monster... But Ben's Beard is very...

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2023/05/01

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://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teacher Talk IG: https://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話 YouTube

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154. Feeling Embarrassed (Accepting Gifts and...

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2023/04/24

Hello friends! Ben "dropped the ball" so we had to record this episode twice. Annyyyway we talked a little bit about accents, and then about feeling uncomfortable when receiving gifts or compliments. Ben also tells a funny story about pigeons and parasites, and we answer a question from Russia about learning English by reading books. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify:

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153. Dead Dog Beans (A Taiwanese Fairytale) & "Who is...

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2023/04/17

Abe tells Ben a Taiwanese fairy tale about a mean brother, a dead dog, beans... and farts? Yes! FARTS! We also answer some "Who is more likely to...?" questions. #神奇的豆子 #臭屁的故事 Video for this episode:⁠ https://youtu.be/voLsjyRG0HM 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:

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00:26:30

152. Sometimes Life is Shocking! & What Languages do...

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2023/04/10

We talk about how sometimes life can be shocking! We also answer a listener question about what languages people study in English speaking countries. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/_JfqFrxiZts 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://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話 YouTube channel:

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00:29:00

151. Easter is Confusing!

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2023/04/04

Halloween is on October 31st. Christmas is on Dec. 25th. When is Easter?? It's so confusing!!! We talk about that and our kids' entrance ceremonies for their daycare in Japan. 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://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話 YouTube channel:

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00:32:27

150. More Money, More Problems?

Free Bird English: Teacher Talk ·

2023/03/27

Is it true that if you become rich, you have to deal with more and more problems? We discuss this, and talk about a TV show that Abe is obsessed with recently. #sharktank Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/IeRWeAcUUCI 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://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話

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00:29:00

149. The Worst Fairytale Ever.

Free Bird English: Teacher Talk ·

2023/03/20

If you want to visit a country that has a rich history and interesting fairytales, DON'T come to Canada or Australia. Our fairytales are terrible! In this episode we laugh at how dumb our country's fairytales are. (WARNING: they are really dumb) 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:

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00:27:00

148. Burning with Jealousy! / Green with Envy!

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2023/03/14

Hello friends! Ben is burning with jealousy and green with envy because Abe got an awesome new gadget! Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/Ra4lQYhBoiw 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://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話 YouTube channel:

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00:31:00

147. Sneaky Night Rats - It takes one to know one!

Free Bird English: Teacher Talk ·

2023/03/06

Hello Friends! This week we talk about "eating yourself sick", Ben tells us how to have a great time when you renew your driver's license, and we answer a listener question about having a big nose. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/DJAcpwTGmbc 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:

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146. Double Meanings... (Australian Slang)

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2023/02/28

A "double entendre" is when you say something that means one thing, but could also mean something dirty. In this episode we realized that it is difficult to talk about gardening without sounding dirty in Australia! The words that have double meanings are "hoe"(ho) and "root" or "pull a root". Be careful if you talk to an Australian about gardening! Lol Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify:

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00:28:24

145. The Big Hairy Monkey Man is going to make Abe...

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2023/02/20

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://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZSnkwixv3YMHVAsFheMSHg?sub_confirmation=1 Abe's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDcw2Uvh_pJcn1gyloUR3HA?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter:

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00:31:37

144. A Total "P.O.S." (piece of $h%t)

Free Bird English: Teacher Talk ·

2023/02/13

Ben just got back from Australia, but he needs another holiday! Abe investigates a strange noise that Ben made when they spoke over the phone. Abe thanks Ben for his advice about baby strollers, and Ben talks about his experience with a total "POS" stroller he used to have. Abe doesn't like Ben's idea to get a projector and make a "home cinema". To wrap up the episode, Abe gives an update about a Japanese home remedy. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/c2zNV5TfUyc Please take a moment to

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00:28:00

143. Happy Birthday Ben!

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2023/02/06

We play some special birthday music for Ben, then we talk about how everyone wants their own toilet! Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/Ic2f4r9SMwE Please take a moment to write a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! 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://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話

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00:26:00

142. "Up Your Game!" (Abe needs to up his DIY game) &...

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2023/01/30

To "up your game" means to get better at something. Hello Friends! This is second episode we recorded on Ben's first day back. He talks about going from the peak of summer in Australia to the peak of winter in Japan. Then Abe talks about some recent home improvements. Then we answer a listener question about home remedies. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/om8YV-tyCDo Please take a moment to write a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel:

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00:24:30

141. Ben is back! "The worst 9 hours of my life"...

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2023/01/23

Hello Friends! Ben is back from Australia! He tells us about his trip, and what it's like to fly long distance with a baby ("the worst 9 hours of his life"). We also discuss a report from a listener about Sydney vs Melbourne, and answer a listener question about Harry Potter. Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/mme1M1SzwPQ Please take a moment to write a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Check out ELSA Speak! Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free

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140. I'm "in a jam"! Who can help me out??

Free Bird English: Teacher Talk ·

2023/01/17

Hello friends, in today's episode I'm in a jam! I tried calling Ben, but he didn't answer, but luckily I have some other friends that helped me out of this jam. Maybe Jesus Christ is trying to tell me something...? Check out ELSA Speak! Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Christian's Instagram:

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00:30:00

139. Hello from Australia!

Free Bird English: Teacher Talk ·

2023/01/09

Hello friends, in today's episode we catch up with Ben in Australia! Check out ELSA Speak! Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Christian's Instagram: https://instagram.com/innkeypr?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Christian's son's Instagram: https://instagram.com/monstermakkie?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Teacher Talk YouTube Channel:

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00:23:00

138. Making an "English Zone" at Home (Daddy Diaries...

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2023/01/01

Christian created an "English Zone" for his kids in his home when he lived in Japan. This is something that sounds like a great idea, but is really hard to do. Today we talk about some advantages and disadvantages that his family experienced. Check out ELSA Speak! Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Christian's

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00:28:44

137. Christian's movie work & New song by Space Dragon!

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2022/12/26

Christian joins us again to talk about teaching pronunciation, and he shares some of his experiences working on movies. This episode also features a new song by Space Dragon! Check out ELSA Speak! Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Christian's Instagram: https://instagram.com/innkeypr?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Christian's

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