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Tony Kaizen's Podcast

Tony Kaizentonykaizen.com
Conversations about life, language, and culture. This podcast was formerly known as Life in English but has been renamed to reflect the show's evolution.

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Episodes

Marijuana in the USA

Marijuana (cannabis) has a long and curious history in the USA. I’d like to share that history with you and talk in more detail about this marvelous plant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 06, 202033 minEp. 44

Do You Want to Be an American Idiot?

Billie Joe Armstrong was trying to tell us something back in 2004, and his message is still valid today. Perhaps we can identify how history repeats itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 202031 minEp. 43

American Funk: Stevie Wonder

Back with another music-based lesson, and this time we’re gonna listen to some old school funk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 15, 202029 minEp. 42

I Love Working from Home

With most people stuck at home these days, I wonder if remote work and studies will become the standard in the future. Let’s take a look at this idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 202022 minEp. 41

I Hate This Podcast

Dissatisfaction should be your motivation to improve, not to quit. In this episode, I’ll explain why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 202019 minEp. 40

Stop Talking to Yourself

Spending large amounts of time alone can be a problem for many people. I’d like to propose a solution that can be implemented immediately. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 202031 minEp. 39

What I’ve Learned from Teaching English Online

It was only a year ago that my good friend Matheus suggested that I teach English online. It’s been a great learning experience, and I’d like to share some of my newfound knowledge with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 202033 minEp. 37

Social Anxiety

Anxiety is something that we all feel at one point or another during social interactions. With the help of Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, I’d like to talk about some ways to overcome this crippling sensation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202045 minEp. 36

10 More (Hilarious) Short Stories

5 Short Stories is by far the most popular episode that I’ve produced for this podcast. So here are some more short stories for you to enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 06, 202026 minEp. 35

Comedian: Anthony Jeselnik

In this episode, we’ll be listening to some great jokes from the American comedian Anthony Jeselnik. WARNING: If you’re a sensitive person, this episode is not for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 202030 minEp. 34

Sports Culture in the USA

In this episode, I’d like to take a look at the history of organized sports in the U.S. and how they became such a big part of our culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 202036 minEp. 33

Choices

The paths we walk in life are made up of a number of different choices. Knowing this can give us a lot of anxiety about making the wrong choices. In this episode, I’d like to explore the idea and the curiosity of making choices in life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 202049 minEp. 32

Transitioning into Adulthood with Matheus Cortêz (part 1)

During this conversation, I'd like to discuss the angst and anxiety that we all feel at some point during our young adult lives and many times during life thereafter. Matheus has one more year of college so this subject applies directly to both me and him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 08, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 30

The Trouble of Finding A Language Exchange Partner

I’m convinced that the absolute best way to learn a foreign language is by practicing with native speakers. Today it’s easier than ever to find a language exchange partner on the internet. The challenge is finding the one that’s right for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 201956 minEp. 29

Why Is English Spelling So Strange?

Everyone who learns English (even native speakers) are confused and frustrated by the spelling and pronunciation rules of the language at some point. In this episode, we’re going to take a look at how English spelling became so strange and inconsistent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 07, 20191 hrEp. 28

Stories From Brazil

Every time you travel to another city or country, something interesting is bound to happen. In this episode, I share some entertaining stories from my recent trip to Brazil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 201952 minEp. 27

What 3 Months in Brazil Has Taught Me

I just got back from a 3-month trip to Brazil and I'd like to spend the next hour talking about some observations I've made and things I've learned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 06, 20191 hr 9 minEp. 26

The Fear of Rejection

The fear of rejection is something that can plague all of our lives at one point or another. I’d like to take a deeper look at where the fear comes from, the effect it has on our lives, and also what we can do about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 01, 20191 hr 10 minEp. 25

5 Short Stories

Today we're going to test your English comprehension skills with 5 short stories. This episode is full of useful vocabulary, so listen until the end and take your English skills to the next level! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 20191 hr 15 minEp. 24

Shootin' The Shit with Matheus Cortêz

I sit down for the second time with my good friend Matheus Cortêz. I spent the weekend with him and his family in Itanhaém, Brazil and we decided to grab a microphone and just shoot the shit! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 07, 20191 hr 23 minEp. 23

American Accents: East Coast

In every language, you'll hear many different accents and dialects. Today I'm going to expose you to the American English that you'll hear in the Northern region of the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 201946 minEp. 22

American Accents: Down South

In every language, you'll hear many different accents and dialects. Today I'm going to expose you to the American English that you'll hear in the Southern region of the United States. Soon you'll see that cowboys aren't the only thing you'll find in the South! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26, 20191 hr 13 minEp. 21

American Accents: West Coast

In every language, you'll hear many different accents and dialects. Today I'm going to expose you to the American English that you'll hear on the West coast of the United States. Many English learners say it's the clearest and easiest accent to understand. What do you think? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 201959 minEp. 20

Life Update & Travel Experiences

I'm in São Paulo, baby! In this episode, you'll hear me talk about my travel experiences from last week and my first impressions of São Paulo, Brazil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 07, 201957 minEp. 19

How To Plan A Trip Abroad

Planning a trip abroad can be a bit stressful. In this podcast, I'll help you get a better idea of the things you need to consider when thinking about visiting a foreign country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 20191 hr 3 minEp. 18

Reasons To Be Yourself

Listen to this episode to hear a little bit about the importance of being yourself in this world. You'll also hear some tips on how to get started on the journey to self-knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 06, 201954 minEp. 17

Goals

What are your goals? What do you want to achieve in life? In this episode, I'll talk about creating clearly defined goals. I'll also share my goals for this month with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 01, 201942 minEp. 16

Ups and Downs

Ups and Downs are something we all have to deal with in life. This episode is my take on the idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 201947 minEp. 15

Life Update & Story Time with Mom

This episode started as a quick update of where I am and what I've been doing, but it turned into another ramble session and ended with a story from my mom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 201957 minEp. 14
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