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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.

David Dodd with his AI assistant Art Lish.


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    Part-time Pacifism - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 1:49


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!      However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.      That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.      With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.      Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.    The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.    This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Part-time Pacifism.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.     You can access the webpage for the lesson Part-time Pacifism here:   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPart-TimePacifismAt ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize helping students improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while providing 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson     If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/       If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.      Here are some other discussion topics related to war, which you may find interesting:    1)  Japan Prepares for War Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonJapanPreparesForWar Spotify:  YouTube:   2) The World has Changed Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTheWorldHasChanged Spotify:  YouTube:   3) Mandatory Service Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMandatoryService Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyMandatoryService YouTube: https://youtu.be/wsRG2REEJiY  4) War With China Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWarWithChina Spotify:  YouTube:     As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Self-made Man - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 2:20


    Self-made man: A self-made man is someone who attains success through their own effort and determination, not through inheritance or connections. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Self-MadeMan  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Epitome: when we talk about the epitome of a concept or an object, we are referring to the perfect example or the ideal embodiment of that particular thing. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Epitome  When the going gets tough, the tough get going: when times are hard, you work hard. It's a sign of strong character and determination. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WhenTheGoingGetsTough  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Japan Prepares For War - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 1:35


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Japan Prepares for War.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson Japan Prepares for War here:  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonJapanPreparesForWarAt ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.   Here are some other discussion topics related to how the world is changing that you may find interesting:   1)  The World Has Changed Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTheWorldHasChanged Podcast:   2) War with China Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWarWithChina Podcast:   3) Shrinking World Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonShrinkingWorld Podcast:    As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Prim and Proper - ESL Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 2:35


    Prim and proper: prim and proper describes a person who is very concerned with looking neat and following rules. They do not like mess or bad manners. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PrimAndProper  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 improve their English vocabulary.  Take the first step to perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Stick Out Like A Sore Thumb - Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 1:55


    Stick out like a sore thumb: a phrase used to describe a situation or an individual that stands out from the rest. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/StickOutLikeASoreThumb  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here's a term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  On the other hand: the phrase 'on the other hand' can introduce a contrasting idea after you have made a point on a particular topic or issue. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OnTheOtherHand   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Lighten up - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 2:21


    Lighten up: to relax, let go of stress, and not take things too seriously. It's about finding joy and laughter in the little moments, even in the midst of difficult situations. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LightenUp  Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp, 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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Overwhelmed: you are overwhelmed when your brain is trying to juggle too many things simultaneously, and everything seems essential and urgent. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Overwhelmed Take a step back: when you take a step back means taking a moment to pause and reassess a situation before proceeding. It helps you calm down and think. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TakeAStepBack  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  Laughter is the best medicine: the idiom laughter is the best medicine means that smiling and laughing are directly connected to good health. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LaughterIsTheBestMedicine  Smile and the world smiles with you: smile, and the world smiles with you should be self-explanatory. Smiling is as contagious as COVID, but in a good way. It makes people happy. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WedSmileAndTheWorld  Don't sweat the small stuff: don't sweat the small stuff means try not to worry too much about minor issues. They often solve themselves without too much trouble. https://b.link/WedDontSweatSmallStuff  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Plutonomy - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 2:30


    Plutonomy: a plutonomy is a society where wealth is concentrated in the hands of a small and extremely wealthy group of individuals with power. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Plutonomy  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  This is a term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Conspiracy theory: a conspiracy theory is a belief that something is controlled by powerful people and the truth is somehow being hidden. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ConspiracyTheory    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Self-talk - ESL Conversation Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 1:44


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!     However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.      That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.        I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.      Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.    The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.    This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Self-talk.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.     You can access the webpage for the lesson Self-talk here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonSelf-talk   At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize helping students improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while providing 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson     If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/       If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.      Here are some other discussion topics related to talking, which you may find interesting:    1)  How Donald Trump Speaks Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonHowTrumpSpeaks Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonHowDonaldTrumpSpeaks YouTube: https://youtu.be/8qmTc1N2jQ4   2) Men and Women Speak Differently Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMenWomenSpeakDiffferently Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PLMenAndWomenSpeakDifferently YouTube: https://youtu.be/cJBCTfyJBkg  3) The Way You Speak Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTheWayYouSpeak Spotify:  YouTube:    4) Why you should learn to swear Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWhyYouShouldLearnToSwear Spotify:  YouTube:     As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Anocracy - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 2:21


    Anocracy: An anocracy is a form of government that is neither a full democracy nor a full dictatorship. There is voting, but limited rights and freedoms. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Anocracy  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Expand your vocabulary with one more word from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Pariah: a pariah is a person who is not accepted by most of the people in society because they are not liked, respected or trusted. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Pariah   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    The Perfect AI Girlfriend - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 1:20


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, The Perfect AI Girlfriend. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson The Perfect AI Girlfriend, here: https://www.artisanenglish.jp/book-the-perfect-ai-girlfriend/  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.   Here are some other discussion topics related to loneliness in society you may find interesting:   1) Minister of Loneliness  Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMinisterOfLoneliness Podcast:   2) Rent Me Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonRentMe Podcast:   3) Pronounced Social Reclusiveness Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPronouncedSocialReclusiveness Podcast:   4) Friends: Quality or Quantity Website: https://b.link/LessonFriendsQualityOrQuantity Spotify: https://b.link/PodcastFriendsQualityOrQuantity YouTube: https://youtu.be/6ZWSwlW1DNA   As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT_UtvyQI9nVO3oX-z9t2mg Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Tailwind - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 2:31


    Tailwind: when you are moving forward, a tailwind blows behind you, helping you move forward faster and with less effort by pushing you. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Tailwind  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Take advantage of: to take advantage of something means to make good use of the opportunities or benefits it offers. Never hurtfully take advantage of people. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TakeAdvantageOf  Make the most of: to make the most of a situation means to enjoy it as much as possible, no matter the circumstances. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/MakeTheMostOf   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Post-Truth - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 3:02


    Post-truth: a situation where emotions and personal beliefs have more influence on public opinion than objective facts. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Post-Truth  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Populism: populism seeks to represent the interests and concerns of the less educated, blue-collar common people against the elite or establishment. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Populism Go to hell in a handbasket: when someone says everything is going to hell in a handbasket, they mean that things are deteriorating or getting worse very quickly. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WedGoToHellInAHandbasket   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Drivers Wanted - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 1:24


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Drivers Wanted.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson Drivers Wanted here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonDriversWanted  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.  Here are some other discussion topics related to, well, it's a buffet of everything, you may find interesting, really:   1)  Order from Chaos Website: https://b.link/LessonOrderFromChaos Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastOrderFromChaos YouTube: https://youtu.be/6bHoirUIdK0  2) Made for America Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMadeForAmerica Podcast:  YouTube:   3) Going Electric Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGoingElectric Podcast:  YouTube:   4) Come on Over Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonComeOnOver Podcast:  YouTube:    As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Pomp and Ceremony - ESL Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 2:35


    Pomp and ceremony: the phrase pomp and ceremony describes grand, formal events that highlight tradition, importance, and celebration. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PompAndCeremony  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Crave: craving is a powerful feeling of wanting something intensely. It can happen when you desire food, a stimulant, or even a person. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Crave  Over the top: if describing behaviour, a performance, or a reaction, using over-the-top indicates going beyond what is considered appropriate or expected. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OverTheTop  Stand out: to stand out is to be noticeable or different in a positive way. To stand out, we don't need to be the loudest or the most flamboyant. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/StandOut    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Cleaning - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 1:23


    This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, 'Cleaning'.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson Cleaning here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonCleaning  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.   Here are some other discussion topics related to women and couples, which you may find interesting:    1)  Womenomics Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWomenomics Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastWomenomics YouTube: https://youtu.be/sgumBkpOnn4  2) What Makes MEn Happy? Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWhatMakesMenHappy Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastLessonHowToSetUpAGreatDay YouTube: https://youtu.be/XVvwYZAcVqY  3) Stay at Home Dads Website: https://b.link/StayAtHomeDads Spotify:  YouTube: https://youtu.be/SBOYkdAtLms  4) None or One and Done Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonNoneOrOneAndDone Spotify:  YouTube:    As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    IQ Isn't Everything - ESL Conversation Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 1:29


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!    However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.      That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.        I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.      With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.      Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.    The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.    This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, IQ Isn't Everything.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.     You can access the webpage for the lesson IQ Isn't Everything here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonIQIsntEverything   At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson     If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/       If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.      Here are some other discussion topics related to intelligence, which you may find interesting:    1)  Why Smart People Are Poor Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWhySmartPeopleArePoor Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyLessonWhySmartPeopleArePoor YouTube: https://youtu.be/2HmN3ofGdXI  2) Peak Intelligence Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPeakIntelligence Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastPeakIntelligence YouTube: https://youtu.be/FLuoIZlftWo  3) Does IQ Equal Wealth? Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonDoesIQEqualWealth Spotify:  YouTube:    4) Flynn in Reverse  Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonFlynnInReverse Spotify:  YouTube:     As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Graveyard Shift - Halloween Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 2:23


    Graveyard shift: working during the late hours of the night, from midnight to early morning, when things are dark and quiet, like a graveyard at night. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/GraveyardShift  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Circadian rhythm: your circadian rhythm is the 24-hour sleep-wake cycle that repeats every time the sun rises. It's the rhythm of life. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/CircadianRhythm  Supernatural: Supernatural refers to phenomena that are above or beyond what is normal in the natural world and can't be explained by science.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Supernatural   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Cauldron - Halloween - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 2:24


    Cauldron: a cauldron, typically defined as a large, heavy pot used for cooking or boiling, has become synonymous with the spirit of Halloween. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Cauldron   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Witches' brew: witches' brew, a magical potion created by witches and composed of mysterious ingredients, holds a special place in spooky traditions. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WitchesBrew  Jack o' lantern: a Jack o' lantern is a hollowed-out pumpkin with a gruesome face, lighted by a burning candle on the inside.   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/JackOLantern   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Ghoul - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 2:13


    Ghoul: A ghoul is a mythical creature from Arabic folklore. A ghoul is an evil spirit or monster found in graveyards that eats dead bodies. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Ghoul  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Suspension of disbelief: to allow yourself to believe something is true or real even though you know it is impossible. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SuspensionOfDisbelief  Morbid: The term morbid refers to an unhealthy interest in subjects like death, decay, and the supernatural. Around Halloween, though, it's OK.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Morbid    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  #ArtisanEnglish #英会話 #ESL #リアル英会話 #Ghoul #Halloween #ハロウィン 

    Intermittent Fasting - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 1:27


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Intermittent Fasting.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson Intermittent Fasting here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonIntermittentFasting  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.  Here are some other discussion topics related to weight loss you may find interesting:   1)  Dopamine Detox Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LDopamineDetox Podcast:  YouTube:   2) Wrangling with Wonky Waste Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWranglingWithWonkyWaste Podcast:  YouTube:   3) Weight Loss Drugs Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWeightLossDrugs Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastWeightLossDrugs YouTube: https://youtu.be/4O7VYefUH3I  4) Comfort Food Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonComfortFood Podcast:  YouTube:    As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT_UtvyQI9nVO3oX-z9t2mg Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Tough As Nails - ESL Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 2:52


    Tough as nails: someone or something is extremely strong, resilient, and able to endure difficult situations without easily giving up. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ToughAsNails   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Overwhelm: you are overwhelmed when your brain is trying to juggle too many things simultaneously, and everything seems essential and urgent. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Overwhelmed  As rare as hen's teeth: as rare as hens' teeth means that something is extremely rare or near impossible to find. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WedAsRareAsHensTeeth  Stand up to: to confront or challenge someone or something powerful or intimidating. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/StandUpTo  Cold snap: a cold snap or cold spell is unusually cold weather for a short period of time. In early spring or late fall, cold spells can damage crops. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ColdSnap  Rise to the occasion: when a person rises to the occasion, they can bring their A-game to a particularly challenging or stressful situation. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/RiseToTheOccasion  Bone-chilling: bone-chilling weather is so cold that even your bones feel like they are freezing. Russia and Canada have bone-chilling winters. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Bone-Chilling   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp

    Put A Spell On You - Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 1:49


    Put a spell on you: to enchant or charm you, often in a magical or mysterious way. In daily life, you feel magically attracted. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PutASpellOnYou   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Better half: calling someone your better half is humorous. It means the other person is the more intelligent, better-looking one in a relationship. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/BetterHalf  Jack o' lantern: a Jack o' lantern is a hollowed-out pumpkin with a gruesome face lighted by a burning candle on the inside. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/JackOLantern  Like a deer in the headlights: used to describe someone who is paralyzed with fear like a deer in the headlights of car on a highway.   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WedDeerInTheHeadlights  The dead of night: when darkness is at its deepest and everything is quiet, usually around midnight, otherwise known as the witching hour.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TheDeadOfNight    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    The Tradwife - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 1:28


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!      However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.      That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.        I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.      With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.      Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.    The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.    This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, The Tradwife.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.     You can access the webpage for the lesson The Tradwife here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTradwife   At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson     If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/      If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.     Here are some other discussion topics related to women's issues, which you may find interesting:    1)  Grey Divorce Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGreyDivorce Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyGreyDivorce YouTube: https://youtu.be/ocxnyJamxj4  2) Maiden Name: I do or I don't Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMaidenName Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyMaidenName YouTube: https://youtu.be/8dFMMa8GKR4  3) Young and Single Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonYoungAndSingle Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyYoungAndSingle YouTube: https://youtu.be/dI9pRgJb7aM  4) Male Malaise Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMaleMalaise Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyMaleMalaise YouTube: https://youtu.be/lcnWkKcLFz0    As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Spine-tingling - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 2:13


    Spine-tingling: The word spine-tingling is an adjective used to describe something so scary or exciting that it sends shivers down your spine. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Spine-tingling  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Send shivers down your spine: when something sends shivers down your spine, you shake because you feel fear, nervousness, or maybe you are incredibly excited. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SendShiversDownYourSpine  Fear of the unknown: the anxiety we feel when we face situations or events that are uncertain or unfamiliar. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/FearOfTheUnknown    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Town Hall - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 2:38


    Town hall: gatherings where politicians meet with residents to share important information and hear community opinions. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TownHall  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Transparency is another term from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Transparency: the openness, clarity, and honesty with which decisions are made and communicated to the public. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Transparency    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp   

    Supernatural - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 0:20


    Supernatural: refers to phenomena that are above or beyond what is normal in the natural world and can't be explained by science. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Supernatural   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Old Soul - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 2:29


    Old soul: an old soul is a young person who possesses a deep understanding of life and often displays a calm, reflective nature of someone much older. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OldSoul   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here's one more word from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Profound: profound can mean a state or quality or even emotion that is very intense. Profound also means having very deep knowledge of something.  https://b.link/WednesdayProfound    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Town Square - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 2:19


    Town Square: town squares are places where people come together to enjoy activities such as markets, gatherings, and celebrate their culture.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TownSquare   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    The Dead Of Night - ESL Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 2:04


    The dead of night: The dead of night is when darkness is at its deepest and everything is quiet, usually around midnight, otherwise known as the witching hour. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TheDeadOfNight  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Witching hour: the witching hour is when witches and other magical creatures come out to play. It's a time of mystery, mischief, and mayhem. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WitchingHour  Send shivers down your spine: when something sends shivers down your spine, you shake because you feel fear, nervousness, or maybe you are incredibly excited. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SendShiversDownYourSpine  At the stroke of midnight: the stroke of midnight is exactly at midnight. Every night, exactly at the stroke of midnight, one day ends, and another begins. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/StrokeOfMidnight    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Vintage - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2025 1:27


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!    However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.    will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.      With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.    Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.   The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.   This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Vintage. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Vintage here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonVintage   At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson    If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/       If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.      Here are some other discussion topics related to fashion, which you may find interesting:    1)  What Happened to Headwear Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWhatHappenedToHats Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyWhatHappenedToHeadwear YouTube: https://youtu.be/3unwBFYlFeE  2) Pocket Power Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPocketPower Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyPocketPower YouTube: https://youtu.be/njk73FQkopA  3) How Many Clothes do you need? Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonHowManyClothesDoYouNeed Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastHowManyClothesDoYouNeed YouTube: https://youtu.be/P8xRNO8qL3Q  4) Fashion Rental Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonFashionRental Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastFashionRental YouTube: https://youtu.be/a3weapbzyCg   As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Finger Food - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2025 2:15


    Finger food: small bites of food that you can eat with your fingers, no utensils needed, not even chopsticks. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/FingerFood  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 perfect your English ability take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Are We Desensitized? - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 1:32


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, 'Are We Desensitized?' I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson 'Are We Desensitized?' here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonAreWeDesensitized  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.   Here are some other discussion topics you may find interesting:   1) Burnout Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonBurnout Podcast:  YouTube:   2) Weekending Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonWeekending Podcast:  YouTube:   3) Shipping News Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonShippingNews Podcast:  YouTube:    As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    On The Upswing - Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 2:07


    On the upswing: When a situation is on the upswing, it is moving in a positive direction after a period of trouble, difficulty, or just average performance. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OnTheUpswing  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Safe And Sound - phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 2:29


    Safe and sound: to be safe and sound means safe from harm or danger and in good condition. It's used to tell others we have arrived without any problems.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SafeAndSound  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here's one more term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Peace of mind: the feeling you have when you're calm and have no worries. In our hectic world, people look for ways to find peace of mind. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PeaceOfMind   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Swimmingly - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 2:15


    Swimmingly: an adverb that means something is going smoothly without any troubles. If our lives go swimmingly, we feel content and hopeful. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Swimmingly  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Like water off a duck's back is another term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Like water off a duck's back: if insults or stress don't affect you they roll off you like water off a duck's back. Water doesn't bother ducks; stress doesn't bother you. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LikeWaterOffADucksBack    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    It's A Man's World - Proverb

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 2:16


    It's a man's world: it's a man's world expresses the idea that society in areas like politics, business, and culture is designed and dominated by men.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ItsAMansWorld  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/ https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here is one more term from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Glass ceiling: an invisible yet unbreakable barrier that prevents people, especially women, from rising to top workplace positions. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/GlassCeiling    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Grey Divorce - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 1:39


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!     However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.     Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.   The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.   This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Grey Divorce.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Grey Divorce here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGreyDivorce    At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.       https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson     If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/      If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.     Here are some other discussion topics related to ageing and changing norms, which you may find interesting:    1)  Milestones Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonMilestones Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyMilestones YouTube: https://youtu.be/VaKu5CCf5wM  2) How Much is Enough? Website: https://b.link/LessonHowMuchIsEnough Spotify:  YouTube:   3) Putting the Brakes on Seniors Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPuttingTheBrakesOnSeniors Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyPuttingTheBrakesOnSeniors YouTube: https://youtu.be/UsK5WBSbp9s  4) Irritable Male Syndrome Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonIrritableMaleSyndrome Spotify:  YouTube:     As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Headwind - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2025 2:36


    Headwind: wind that blows into your face. In other terms, it's an obstacle or challenge that makes it harder to move forward. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Headwind  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Technofeudalism - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 1:19


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Technofeudalism.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson Technofeudalism here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTechnofeudalism  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.  Here are some other discussion topics related to AI and Internet technology you may find interesting:   1)  Technosolutionism Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTechnosolutionism Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastTechnosolutionism YouTube: https://youtu.be/ngRCvrXjJpo  2) AI Comes for Google Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonAIComesForGoogle Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastAIComesForGoogle YouTube: https://youtu.be/Eh6bsEM9xLc  3) The End of the Knowledge Economy Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTheEndOfTheKnowledgeEconomy Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyTheEndOfTheKnowledgeEconomy YouTube: https://youtu.be/SEkY4Awh2_E  4) Bye-bye Smartphone Hello... Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonBye-ByeSmartphoneHello Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyGoodbyeSmartphoneHello YouTube: https://youtu.be/NK42QDQSrmc   As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Overstay Your Welcome - Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 2:10


    Overstay your welcome: to stay somewhere longer than was appropriate or expected.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OverstayYourWelcome 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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback. Here's one more term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Freeloader: a person who uses and abuses your hospitality without any thought of sharing the cost or taking any responsibility. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Freeloader   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp   

    Pet Peeve - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 2:24


    Pet peeve: a pet peeve is a minor annoyance that bothers someone more than it should. It's often so minor that others don't care about it at all. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PetPeeve  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Get your goat: if you get someone's goat you do or say something to make them angry or irritated. This is what kids do: they get your goat and love it. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/GetYourGoat  Bottle up inside: when we bottle up inside our worries and troubles, we refuse to talk with others about what bothers us. We keep our problems to ourselves. https://b.link/BottleUpInside  Get something off your chest: when you get something off your chest, you tell another person about problems that have been bothering you for some time.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/GetSomethingOffYourChest  Roll your eyes: when you roll your eyes, you move your eyes around in a circle so that they point straight into your head. It's a non-verbal, visual cue. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TueRollYourEyes  Quirk: a quirk is an unusual or sometimes weird little habit that people have, which may make them seem somewhat eccentric. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Quirk   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    For A Laugh - Idiom

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 2:09


    For a laugh: the idiom for a laugh means to do something for enjoyment or fun rather than for any serious reason. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ForALaugh  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/ https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.   Hustle and bustle: hustle and bustle is a lot of action in a small place. The noise and action of cities attract people. There's always something new to do. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/HustleAndBustle  Take a step back: when you take a step back means taking a moment to pause and reassess a situation before proceeding. It helps you calm down and think.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TakeAStepBack  Dog-tired: when we're dog-tired, we're extremely tired or worn out. Think about one of those Iditarod dogs after they've finished for the year. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/DogTired  Overwhelmed: you are overwhelmed when your brain is trying to juggle too many things simultaneously, and everything seems essential and urgent. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Overwhelmed  For the sake of: for the sake of means for the purpose of doing something or doing something for someone's advantage or to help someone. https://b.link/WednesdayForTheSakeOf    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Floored - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 2:09


    Floored: Being floored means being surprised or shocked. Saying you were floored means you were so surprised that you didn't know how to react. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Floored  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp   

    Grit - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 1:24


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!     However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.     Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.    This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Grit. I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Grit here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGrit   At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson    If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/      If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.     Here are some other discussion topics related to human nature, which you may find interesting:    1)  Go The Underdog Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGoTheUnderdog Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastGoTheUnderdog YouTube: https://youtu.be/Njj9mZ4EXbk  2) Reinventing Yourself Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonReinventingYourself Spotify:  YouTube:   3) Resilience Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonResilience Spotify:  YouTube:    4) Stoicism Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonStoicism Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyStoicism YouTube: https://youtu.be/2xxJAZ2LvQM   As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    Creative Juices - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 2:23


    Creative juices: the flow of inventive thoughts and ideas that help us express ourselves and solve challenges. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/CreativeJuices  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.   A change is as good as a rest/holiday: a change is as good as a rest means changing your work location or to a new task is as beneficial or refreshing as a vacation or day off. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/AChangeIsAsGoodAsARest  Sonder: sonder is the realization that each random passerby you see is living a life as vivid and complex as your own. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Sonder  Brainstorm: to brainstorm means to have a lot of people coming up with different ideas before they choose a few to focus on and develop further. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Brainsorm  Gamechanger: a gamechanger is an event, procedure or idea that creates a shift in the way of doing or thinking about things. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Gamechanger  Think outside the box: if you want to be successful, think outside the box. This little Idiom means to think differently while being creative and using originality. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ThinkOutsideTheBox   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp  

    In The Spotlight - Phrase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 2:40


    In the spotlight: The phrase in the spotlight means to be the center of attention and is often used to describe someone or something that is being closely observed by others. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/InTheSpotlight  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here are some terms from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Slow-motion train wreck: when you are witnessing a slow-motion train wreck, catastrophic failure is evident to everyone while it is in progress. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/WedSlowMotionTrainWreck  In the public eye: to be in the public eye means to have the attention of the media so that the public is interested in who you are and everything you do. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/InThePublicEye   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Microlearning - Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 2:31


    Microlearning: a teaching strategy that breaks down information into small, easily digestible chunks, making learning quick and effective. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Microlearning  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Here's a term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Overwhelm: you are overwhelmed when your brain is trying to juggle too many things simultaneously, and everything seems essential and urgent. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Overwhelmed   Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp   

    The Purse Strings - Idiom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 2:40


    Purse strings: when you control the purse strings, you are responsible for your finances. It empowers you to control what matters most to you or others. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ThePurseStrings  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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics and detailed after-lesson written feedback.  Here's another term from today's episode that may have been new to you.  Make ends meet: if you're lucky and you can make ends meet, you earn enough money to pay all of your daily expenses. It's a very nice feeling.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/MakeEndsMeet    Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Can You Trust Your Gut? - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 1:27


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!   However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.   That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.     I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.   With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.   Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.  This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Can You Trust Your Gut? I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.  You can access the webpage for the lesson Can You Trust Your Gut? here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonCanYouTrustYourGut  At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication while receiving 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback.    https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/    If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.   Here are some other discussion topics related to a variety of topics you may find interesting:   1)  Let the People Decide Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonLetThePeopleDecide Podcast:  YouTube:  2) Triage: Who Gets What? Why? Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonTriage Podcast:  YouTube:  3) Gerontocracy Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGerontocracy Podcast:  YouTube:  4) Really, Rights for Robots? Website: https://b.link/LessonRightsForRobots Podcast: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastLessonRightsForRobots YouTube: https://youtu.be/303kQKXdoSw  As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT_UtvyQI9nVO3oX-z9t2mg Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

    Choke Point - ESL Word of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 2:18


    Choke point: a strategic point or geographic location that significantly restricts movement or access. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ChokePoint   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 perfect your English ability, take a FREE TRIAL LESSON with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson  I provide 100% error correction, fantastic discussion topics, and detailed written feedback after lessons.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp   #ArtisanEnglish #英会話 #リアル英会話 #ESL #ChokePoint 

    Screen Time - ESL Discussion Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 1:40


    Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!     However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to strive for perfection.     Maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.   The key to improvement is consistency and repetition.   This is a brief introduction to the English conversation lesson, Screen Time.   I'm sure you'll find it engaging and insightful.    You can access the webpage for the lesson Screen Time here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonScreenTime   At ArtisanEnglish.jp, I emphasize enabling students to improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, while receiving 100% error correction and detailed written feedback after each lesson.      https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TrialLesson     If you'd like to try a FREE TRIAL LESSON, please get in touch with me, David, at https://www.artisanenglish.jp/contact/      If you are already an ArtisanEnglish.jp student, you can book or preview all the lesson materials.     Here are some other discussion topics related to smartphone usage, which you may find interesting:    1)  Bye-bye Smartphone Hello... Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonBye-ByeSmartphoneHello Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyGoodbyeSmartphoneHello YouTube: https://youtu.be/NK42QDQSrmc  2) Phones in Schools Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonPhonesInSchools Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PodcastPhonesInSchools YouTube: https://youtu.be/840e3oTQNyU  3) No Phone - No Prob Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Lesson-No-Phone-No-Prob Spotify:  YouTube:    4) Attention Wars Website: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonAttentionWars Spotify: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SpotifyLessonAttentionWars YouTube: https://youtu.be/bW9ZvWm_kqc   As always, maintain your discipline and learn something new every day.     Cheers, David.  Website: https://www.artisanenglish.jp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisanenglish.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.artisanenglish.jp/ X: https://x.com/ArtisanEnglish YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Artisanenglish Spotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artisanenglishjp 

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