Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

There is a lot to celebrate!  First of all, Ben's music will finally be available on Spotify and Apple Music later this week!  Keep an eye out for "SPACE DRAGON"!   New T-Shirts! (期間限定) https://www.55freebird.com/shop Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/w3zDrNx4waI SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teac...

There is a lot to celebrate in this episode!  First of all, Ben's music will finally be available on Spotify and Apple Music later this week!  Keep an eye out for "SPACE DRAGON"!  Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/H076tLW_Cqg Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lesso...

"Don't know sh*t" means "don't know anything".  We talk about our experiences during the big earthquake that happened in our area of Japan recently.  Our pets didn't warn us at all!  Lol.  We also talk about Ben going through the final stages of buying a house. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird En...

Abe is back from Okinawa, and has become "a new man"!  ...Kind of ...Not really.  We talk about the highlights of the trip, and answer a question about eating kangaroos in Australia. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://www.55freebird.com/blank-...

We talk about the different seating arrangements for students in classrooms in Japan, Canada, and Australia.  Ben has an uncomfortable experience with a dead dog, and we also talk about our experiences holding and touching koalas in Australia. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lesso...

We talk about Ben's new house, his mortgage, and the renovations they plan to do.  Ben is excited because he will have a "man cave", but with three kids, Abe doesn't think he will be  able to keep it for very long!  We also talk about a cute Australian animal called a "quokka".  Unfortunately they are very bad mothers... Teacher Talk YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/chan...

We talk about milestones in life, and a big milestone that is coming up for FBE Teacher Talk.  Also, someone sends us a message to support Ben's hometown of Melbourne, and we answer a question about "goosebumps". Teacher Talk YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://w...

Bennifer and Abragina host "Girl Talk" (WARNING: EXTREMELY STUPID).  We also talk about difficulties women face and how much we respect them.  We then answer a listener question about the Winter Olympics and talk about some Olympic "sports" that we think are kind of dumb. ww Video for this episode (28min) https://youtu.be/gIhTCkIoHiw Teacher Talk YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c...

In today's episode Abe shows Ben some "sound bytes" that he collected from the previous episode, Ben shares  some big news, and we talk about training dogs and what language Ben's dog understands better. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://www.55free...

Abe sings Ben a birthday song live, and gives him a "present", there are some listener messages for Ben, and we finish with a great "would you rather...?" question. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1 Free Bird English Website：...

With the help of some listeners, Abe has prepared a special present for Ben's birthday.  We also talk about "sting rays" which is the animal that killed a famous celebrity in Australia.  We end the episode discussing the good things and bad things about Ben's hometown, Melbourne. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=...

Abe puts on a wig and becomes a pretty girl name "Abragina".  In this episode we talk about transitioning genders, day drinking, and talking to your children about "the birds and the bees" (which means sex and having babies etc) Video of this episode: （English subtitles） https://youtu.be/uzD4AjNna9I Instagram (Ben): https://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/   Teacher Talk YouTube...

In this episode we talk about how all men have a soft side, Ben hunting for a house, and "pet peeves".  A pet peeve is a small thing that really annoys you.  What's your pet peeve?  ...If someone asks you this, you can answer starting with "I really hate it when..." or "Don't you hate it when..." or "I can't stand it when..." Video of this episode: （English subtitles） https://yout...

In this episode Ben shows up with an interesting new hairstyle...  We then talk about his son becoming a star, and go over some comments and questions left on our last YouTube video, where someone asked what language we use at home. Video of this episode: （英語の字幕有り） https://youtu.be/-Aw1zu0-Nqw Instagram (Ben): https://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/  Teacher Talk YouTube Chann...

At the beginning of today's episode we are joined by a special guest who tells us all about how Ben ruined Christmas.  After that Abe talks about how he ruined Christmas as well.  In the end, we did the best we could!  We hope you are having a nice year end holiday and staying warm.  Thank you for 2021 and see you in 2022! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel （英語の字幕付き） https:/...

Time flies!  2021 is already almost over...  We talk about highlights from this year, and Abe shares some big news.  We will be back for a final episode next, and there will be some special content!  Thank you for your support in 2021, and we hope you continue on with us in 2022.  Cheers! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel （英語の字幕付き） https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6W...

We make up a silly song to start the episode, and then Ben tells us about a dangerous Australian animal...  He did research and prepared a story this time!  I think it is the best dangerous animal segment yet.  If you like our program, please take a minute to give us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts, or tell a friend! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel （英語の字幕付き） https://www.yout...

We are back together again!  We record "in-person" for the first time in more than one month, so in this episode we spent most of the time catching up and talking about silly stuff.  Ben has been reading science books, and has finally figured out some farm animal "mysteries"... For example, "where are all the giant watermelon trees?" and "why do cows always produce milk?" Teacher Talk Yo...

In today's episode we talk about what Abe missed about Japan while he was away, Ben's experience getting a Japanese driver's license, and we answer some silly listener questions. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel （英語の字幕付き） https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://www.55freebird.c...

In today's episode we talk about Abe being quarantined after re-entering Japan, and an interesting job that existed in the Edo period in Japan. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel:FBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1  Free Bird English Website： https://ww...

Cheers to beers!  We talk a little bit about Abe's plans for Canada, Ben tells the story about how he became a vegetarian, and we talk about cruelty in the meat industry.  Do you think all children should visit an "abattoir"?  ("slaughter house" sounds waaaayyy more rock and roll!) FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirm...

In this episode Ben finally chooses his new name!  He also tells us about a bad day he had recently where he lost his temper.  After that we talk about some Halloween memories. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday!): https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1&...

Abe is trying a "new look", and Ben can't control his "hungry eyes". Lol  In this episode we continue the search for Ben's new name.  Big thanks to all the listeners who sent us suggestions!  By the end of the episode, Ben has it narrowed down to just two names...  The deadline is October 31st! FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8...

We talk about dealing with stress and meditation "gurus".  Abe introduces a guided meditation recording and things get... Weird.  After that the search for Ben's new name continues, and Ben tells us how he never forgets a face.  We also talk about expressions for men's genitals...  Surprise surprise.  (Indian Music: www.bensound.com) FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https...

We continue to search for Ben's new name.  We also talk about "procrastinating", and talk about a famous park in Miyagi.  After that, we hear from a listener that had hiccups for over two years!   Free Bird English Lessons!  ("Party Lessons" every Saturday! Free Bird Goods:   https://www.55freebird.com/shop Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/...