David Dodd

ArtisanEnglish.jp - The Posts - The Podcast

The ArtisanEnglish.jp podcast is for all the English language students who are working hard to improve their English skills. It is not an impossible task, guys and gals! Improvement is a habit that needs to be nurtured daily. I hope this podcast of idioms and Words of the Day helps you attain your goal. You can read along to the podcast by visiting the corresponding post on my website ArtisanEnglish.jp. You'll find a link in each podcast episode description.

Author

David Dodd

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.artisanenglish.jp

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Flush with cash 28.06.2023

Flush with cash : When you are flush with cash, you have a lot of money for a short period. What happens to the money? Why, you spend it, of course!  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/FlushWithCash     So, how are you doing? Not mentally or physically, financially. Are you flush with cash, or does your bank account look like the bottom of a bar's beer keg early on a Saturday morning? We've a...

Idiom: The apple doesn't fall far from the tree 27.06.2023

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree : The apple doesn't fall far from the tree is a way of saying a child is like their parents in their talents, personality, or lifestyle.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TheAppleDoesntFallFarFromTheTree     Today we will explore the common idiom, "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree." Now, maybe you like apples, and perhaps you don&#3...

Lesson: Technosolutionism 26.06.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Technosolutionism. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful. The introduction of ChatGPT today is an example of technosolutionism in action. While the technology behind ChatGPT is impressive and has many potential benefits, it is essential to remember that it is not a panacea for all our problems. Humans have a history...

Idiom: Don't count your chickens before they hatch 22.06.2023

Don’t count your chickens before they hatch : you should not rely on something happening until it actually happens.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/DontCountYourChickens     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the first step...

Lesson: Finding Serendipity 12.06.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Finding Serendipity. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Finding Serendipity here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonFindingSerendipity     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful commu...

Word of the Day: Backseat driver 12.06.2023

Backseat driver : a backseat driver is someone in the passenger seat who gives unsolicited advice or criticism while someone else is driving.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/BackseatDriver     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.   ...

Word of the Day: A Living 11.06.2023

A Living : a living is money earned by working. It doesn't matter if you're a salaried worker or paid for piecework, money you earn is a living.   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/aLiving     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary...

Idiom: Over the edge 10.06.2023

Over the edge : the term over the edge is used to describe someone who has lost control or reached their breaking point due to stress.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OverTheEdge     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the f...

Phrase: Put food on the table 09.06.2023

Put food on the table: to put food on the table means to be a provider for your family. You go to work every day and earn money to purchase food. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PutFoodOnTheTable     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabular...

Phrase: Dance with the devil 08.06.2023

Dance with the devil : to take part in an activity that could lead to harm. You can't control the risk when you dance with the devil.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/DanceWithTheDevil     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.  Tak...

Word of the Day: Crutch 05.06.2023

Crutch: something we lean on for support, stability, and balance. A crutch is a coping mechanism to help you deal with issues. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Crutch   Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.  Take the first step to perfe...

Lesson: How Many Clothes do you Need? 05.06.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, How Many Clothes do you Need?. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson “How Many Clothes do you Need?” here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonHowManyClothesDoYouNeed     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their Engli...

Word of the Day: Solitude 04.06.2023

Solitude:  the word solitude is used to describe a quiet situation when you are alone, and you want to be alone. Sundays were made for solitude.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Solitude     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.  Try a...

Word of the Day: Smash-and-grab 03.06.2023

Smash-and-grab : smash-and-grab is a type of theft where the perpetrator smashes a window or breaks into a store or car, steals something, then flees quickly.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SmashAndGrab     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English...

Word of the Day: Comb-over 02.06.2023

Comb-over : The comb-over is a men's hairstyle that involves combing the hair on one side of the head to cover up a balding spot on the top. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/CombOver     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.  Try a...

Word of the Day: Rat race 02.06.2023

Rat race: the rat race is the quest for power and money that makes up the society in which we live today. Slow down and stop running.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TheRatRace     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.  Try a multiple...

Lesson: Bald Men 29.05.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Bald Men. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Bald Men here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMaleBaldness     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100...

Lesson: Junk Fees 22.05.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Junk Fees. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Junk Fees here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonJunkFees     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100%...

Lesson: A Home for a Song 15.05.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, A Home for a Song. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson A Home for a Song here:   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonAHomeForASong At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication whi...

Lesson: Timekeeper or Timebender 01.05.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Timekeeper or Timebender. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Timekeeper or Timebender here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTimekeeperOrTimeBender     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through me...

Lesson: Weight Loss Drugs 24.04.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Weight loss drugs. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Weight Loss Drugs here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWeightLossDrugs     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communicatio...

Lesson: Budgeting for Dummies 18.04.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Budgeting for Dummies. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Budgeting for Dummies here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonBudgetingForDummies     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful...

Lesson: Find Your Passion 17.04.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Find Your Passion. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Find Your Passion here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonFindYourPassion     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communicatio...

Lesson: Premiumization 10.04.2023

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Premiumization. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Premiumization here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPremiumization     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while...

Saying: Is the juice worth the squeeze? 07.04.2023

Is the juice worth the squeeze: You ask if the juice is worth the squeeze when you want to determine if the effort you put into something is worth the benefits you attain.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/IsTheJuiceWorthTheSqueeze     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp’s The Posts – The Podcast today.  These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access th...

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