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Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

Abe Lawson, Ben Tracy, Rich Kessell
Japan
Language Learning
Canada
Donald Trump
Travel
Sendai
San Francisco
Baird Beer
Glamping
Friendship
Clutter
Fitness
Parenting
Relationships
United States
American Presidential Election
Social Media
Birthday Celebration
Marriage
Divisiveness

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 so... more

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1:37 The Mysterious Tall Couple

5:01 Birthday Present "Hijacked"?

9:26 Using "you don't want to..." (you shouldn't)

11:19 Romance scams on English apps

13:54 An awkward text conversation

16:57 Do you prefer... more

We talk about Rich learning to use new technology for his new job, and Rich asks Abe about "learning" to use A.I. We also get in touch with an old friend to answer a listener's question about how to find the truth in a world filled with lies and A.I.... more

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We talk about Abe's trouble with his new steel water bottle, health check results and how much "bad" cholesterol really matters, randomly meeting each other on the street, the craziest coincidences we have experienced, and then we answer a listener q... more

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We talk about Big Rich's first day at his new job, then we compare a Disney Cruise in Singapore to regular American cruises. Towards the end of the episode we share our concerns about "microplastics" - tiny pieces of plastic that get in our bodies an... more

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Recent Guests

Donald Trump (Big Donnie)
Guest via phone call, presented as a president-like persona who discusses truth and modern technology
Truth Social persona, fictionalized
Episode: 294. The Truth
Space Tiger
Listener who submitted a question, described as a space-themed nickname, invited guest
Episode: 293. Living Life Backwards
Kimi A
Listener who submitted questions
Listener
Episode: 291. Big Man, Big Words
Big Rich
A tall giant living in Japan with humorous insights about his height.
Episode: 189. Happy New Year! (Special guest: Big Rich!)

Hosts

Abe
Host and English teacher with extensive experience teaching in Japan, engaged in light-hearted discussions about language and culture.
Rich
Co-host and English teacher who brings humor and relatable stories to the conversation, helping listeners learn in a fun environment.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 399 ratings
  • Learning English Through a Fun Atmosphere

    I always enjoy this podcast. I’m an English learner from Japan. Sometimes I miss parts of the conversation, but the atmosphere is so fun and pleasant that I keep listening. I replay the episodes again and again until I can understand the conversation. It’s very useful for learning English, I think. Thank you so much. I look forward to learning more from your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KとYのお母さん
    Japan2 years ago
  • I love their talks and skits!

    I'm a fairly new listener, and I absolutely love their funny, sometimes even silly, conversations! I'm a huge fan of their skits. As an intermediate learner, the slow conversation isn't always necessary, but I still love listening to them while I'm relaxing and knitting. Hope they keep being naughty!

    P.S. This is my first podcast review ever!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PawfectKnitter
    Japan2 years ago
  • AbeとBig RichとBen最高!

    I highly recommend this podcast to English learners worldwide!!! This is my favorite podcast! It’s entertaining and easy to understand, so you won’t get bored while listening. However, it’s so funny that you might burst out laughing, so I wouldn’t suggest listening to it on public transportation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaki-shaki__Lettuce
    Japan2 years ago
  • A listener from Taiwan⭐️

    I am a listener and English learner from Taiwan. I love your podcast sooooo much! I enjoy every episode, and it helps me improve my English listening skills happily.

    I have a question for you: Have you ever experienced culture shock?

    I am going to America to study in August, but I have never lived in another country, so I feel nervous about the cultural differences. I would really appreciate it if you could share some of your experiences!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    —Ellen—
    Taiwan2 years ago
  • Funny and reliable

    I’m Japanese.

    This is my first podcast to brush up my listening skills. They speak slowly and clearly, so I can understand well what they talk about. More than that, their talk is so fun. And listeners can ask questions about relationships, business matters and so on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    にゃんこきい
    Japan2 years ago

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Many express gratitude for the podcast's unique blend of education and entertainment, noting its positive impact on their English language skills.
Listeners appreciate the light-hearted and engaging style of the conversations, making language learning enjoyable and relatable.
The hosts are praised for their clear speech and humorous anecdotes, which help ESL learners improve their listening skills in a fun environment.

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Talking Points

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291. Big Man, Big Words
Q: Kimi asks how the hosts handle explaining words like flabbergasted in real time for learners.
They acknowledge they sometimes pause to define terms, but in this episode they balance pace with clarity, aiming to keep conversations comprehensible for learners.
291. Big Man, Big Words
Q: Kimi asks if Rich's vocabulary is about avoiding repetition by choosing different words.
Rich confirms he often selects varied terms and notes his background in debate and extensive reading contributed to his linguistic habits.
291. Big Man, Big Words
Q: The first question is from Kimi A about why Rich uses high-level words and whether it's a personality trait.
Rich explains it's a genuine part of who he is, not pretension, and that he's always used advanced vocabulary since his youth; Abe and Rich also discuss making explanations accessible for English learners.
288. False Confidence (How Abe learned Japanese)
Q: What should we do to stop living in fast forward?
Discussants recommend embracing novelty and new experiences, living in the moment, and avoiding autopilot by exploring new activities, places, routines, and interactions—essentially injecting variety into daily life to slow the perception of time.
289. A Very Bad Cat! & "Ripping on each other"
Q: First question from Kimie about how fast you stand up and how transcripts help language learners.
The hosts explain that standing up quickly was meant as a simple health check question, and that transcripts help learners follow along word-for-word as they listen, improving comprehension.

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What is Free Bird English: Teacher Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features engaging and light-hearted discussions that blend humor with educational content, making English language learning enjoyable. Hosted by experienced English teachers from the U.S. and Canada who have taught in Japan, the conversations are unscripted and cover a range of topics including cultural exchanges, personal anecdotes, and humorous takes on life experiences. The hosts speak slowly and clearly, catering to ESL learners at various proficiency levels. A notable feature is the inclusion of discussions on Japan, the U.S., Canada, and Australia, providing a rich context for language learners while keeping the content relatable and entertaining.

Listeners can expect a mix of laughter, cultural insights, and helpful lang... more

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