You know I've always kept it real with you... but I've got a confession to make. Join the Life in English Community and practice your English with us! https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Private English Classes https://lifeinenglish.net/class Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twitter: @tonykaizen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 25, 2022•2 min
Enjoy this conversation I had with an interesting guy named Carlos. We met while I was doing street interviews and he told me about his musical interests, his passion for engineering, and why he finds the Chinese language imitating. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/161 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social ...
Nov 23, 2022•4 min•Ep. 161
For a long time, I thought having an introverted personality was a weakness in social situations. But now I understand that it can be a superpower when used effectively. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/160 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithk...
Nov 16, 2022•12 min•Ep. 160
Nipsey Hussle was a well-known Hip Hop artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist from Los Angeles, California. In this episode, I'll be breaking down the language and culture of one of his songs. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/159 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinengl...
Nov 09, 2022•25 min•Ep. 159
We all have to deal with unwanted guests in life, but a simple change in your mentality could make dealing with them much easier. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/158 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twit...
Nov 02, 2022•12 min•Ep. 158
There's nothing wrong with the question 'What can I say?' But there's a more important question you should ask yourself first. Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twitter: @tonykaizen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 30, 2022•1 min
A lot of people have told me they don't understand what the Life in English Community is or how it works... others have been following me for months and still haven't heard about it. So in this episode of Coffee with Kaizen, I'll be explaining all the most important information about the community and how it can benefit you as an English learner. Join the Life in English community https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeineng...
Oct 27, 2022•13 min
In this episode, you’re gonna learn about a simple habit that will allow you to have better conversations and make more connections with people (in any language). To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/157 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen I...
Oct 26, 2022•15 min•Ep. 157
If you’re feeling bad about yourself, if you’re feeling insecure, if you’re feeling like you have nothing to offer the world, then I’ve got a quick message for you. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/156 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen...
Oct 19, 2022•7 min•Ep. 156
After teaching English online for the past few years, I've noticed something that we can do to have more productive and enjoyable classes for students and teachers alike. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/155 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwith...
Oct 12, 2022•16 min•Ep. 155
Is It Okay to Use the Word 'Nigga'? I guess it depends on who you ask. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/154 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twitter: @tonykaizen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Oct 05, 2022•3 min•Ep. 154
The word ain't is not only confusing, but also controversial. Some people think it's not a real word and whoever uses it is uneducated and low-class. Others think of it as standard English vocabulary. So in this episode, I'm gonna teach you the various ways in which we use this word, as well as the cultural aspect and how you will be perceived when using it. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/153 Join the Life in English Comm...
Sep 28, 2022•18 min•Ep. 153
No livestream today. I'm here to tell you about the language challenge we're gonna do next month. It's a simple and practical way to live your life in English every day. This is not a paid course, it's totally free. We just want to encourage people to stop scrolling on social media, get out of their comfort zones, and practice English daily. That's how we make real progress and gain unshakeable confidence. If you'd like to participate in the challenge, you can visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net...
Sep 24, 2022•4 min
Here's a classic example of the Valley (Northern Los Angeles) accent. Brandon is a musician, a cat-lover, and he can't live without validation from the internet. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/152 Join the Life in English Community and practice real English with real people https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social media! YouTube: yo...
Sep 21, 2022•5 min•Ep. 152
What's something that makes you happy?How do I improve as an upper-intermediate learner?What's your process for learning languages?What kind of topics do you recommend for starting a conversation? In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#42), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a live stream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://www.lifeinenglish.net Coffee wi...
Sep 15, 2022•20 min
While on Discord the other day, one of our members asked me what I think the hardest part of learning English is. It's not phrasal verbs, prepositions, or pronunciation. In fact, the hardest part of learning English has nothing to do with the language itself. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/151 Join the Life in English Community and practice your English with us! https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English...
Sep 14, 2022•12 min•Ep. 151
Enjoy this English conversation with a lovely lady named Kascha whom I met while doing street interviews at Piedmont Park. Kascha told us about her musical interests, things she can't live without, and her passion for helping people. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/150 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Check out more Life in English content on social m...
Sep 07, 2022•5 min•Ep. 150
Get a taste of that classic southern accent in this interview with a cool guy named Tiger from Dallas, Texas. You will hear him speak about his favorite music, things he can't live without, and his experience growing up as a Chinese immigrant in the U.S. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/149 Join the Life in English Community and practice your English with us! https://discord.gg/yseD225AF2 Private English Classes https://lif...
Aug 31, 2022•12 min•Ep. 149
This episode is full of advice that I wish I would've received back when I was 20 and had just dropped out of college. Making a living doing creative work isn't the easiest thing in the world, so I hope that some of the lessons I've learned will make it easier for you to create the life you want to live. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/148 Join the Life in English Community and practice your English with us! https://discor...
Aug 24, 2022•49 min•Ep. 148
I know the title is a little ridiculous, but just listen and you'll understand what I mean. Follow Alyx on TikTok! @englishin6months To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/147 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://www.lifeinenglish.net/community Check out more Life in English content on social media :) YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwi...
Aug 17, 2022•17 min•Ep. 147
What's the key to using vocabulary like a native? Which accent should I imitate? What advice do you have for students who are struggling to think in English? In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#41), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a livestream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://www.lifeinenglish.net Coffee with Kaizen is a live Q&A session in w...
Aug 17, 2022•20 min
An argument in support of the advertising industry. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/146 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://www.lifeinenglish.net/community Check out more Life in English content on social media :) YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twitter: @tonykaizen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
Aug 10, 2022•9 min•Ep. 146
What does it mean to have a good head on your shoulders?What's the difference between 'a' and 'an'?Do you have any tips for an interview in English?Why'd you leave California?Is it better to learn English from a native speaker? In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#40), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a livestream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://w...
Aug 04, 2022•46 min
Sometimes, it's okay to quit. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/145 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://www.lifeinenglish.net/community Check out more Life in English content on social media :) YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twitter: @tonykaizen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 03, 2022•6 min•Ep. 145
Here's a little dose of English and inspiration for the young ones. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/144 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://www.lifeinenglish.net/community Check out more Life in English content on social media :) YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englishwithkaizen Twitter: @tonykaizen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
Jul 27, 2022•23 min•Ep. 144
While I was out doing street interviews in the city, I came across a man named Ki and I asked him some questions about life in the USA. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/143 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://www.lifeinenglish.net/community Check out more Life in English content on social media :) YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinenglish TikTok: @englishwithkaizen Instagram: @englis...
Jul 20, 2022•10 min•Ep. 143
How to learn phrasal verbs easily?How do I apply for private classes with you?How's life in California?Do you only teach English or can you teach Spanish too?Any tips for improving my ability to think in English?Why can I understand English but not speak it?How can I overcome my stress?How much time do I need to learn English?Which accent should I learn? In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#39), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a liv...
Jul 20, 2022•25 min
We all need advice from time to time, but so many of us tend to ask for it in such a lazy and unproductive way. So in this episode, I'm gonna teach you the right way to ask for advice. To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/142 Join the Life in English Community and learn real English with real people. https://www.lifeinenglish.net/community Check out more Life in English content on social media :) YouTube: youtube.com/lifeinengl...
Jul 13, 2022•13 min•Ep. 142
I've been thinking and listening to a lot of conversations about the future of digital media, and the role it will play in our lives. We know that social media apps tend to be trendy, right? Historically speaking, we've migrated from app to app, and nowadays it seems like there are about 6 or 7 apps that all of us use on a daily basis. None of us know how long these apps will last, but if I had to bet all my money on the one that would outlast them all, it would be YouTube. In this episode, I'll...
Jul 06, 2022•20 min•Ep. 141
How can I learn English faster?How can I remember more vocabulary?What's the difference between 'over there' and 'right there'?What's the difference between 'other' and 'another'?How can I learn English for free?What's the difference between 'lawyer' and 'attorney'?Which podcasts should I listen to in order to learn more English?Why don't you explain things in Spanish? In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#38), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answere...
Jul 06, 2022•19 min
