Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction... In this episode I recommend some books and stories written by American essayist David Sedaris, a very funny and talented writer who writes about his own life, his odd family, and this crazy world we all live in. Books / Stories recommended in this episode:Me Talk Pretty One Day (2000) by David Sedaris -- especially the story with the same nameWhen You Are Engulfed in Flames (2004) by David Sedaris -- especially the story "The Smoking Section""Santaland Diaries" (1992) by David Sedaris- As always, please follow us on Instagram @hontoeigopod for bonus content, and email us at [email protected] to submit topic ideas.

Left, right, left, right... Do you like running or jogging? Or are you looking for a hobby that's healthy for both your mind and your body? In this episode I talk about how I got into running, and the benefits of this great hobby. As always, check out @hontoeigopod on Instagram for bonus content related to each episode, and submit topic ideas to [email protected]

When you think of Canada, what do you think of? This episode, I talk about a few Canadian stereotypes, and whether they are true or not. Some of them are true, eh! Be sure to check out our Instagram page @hontoeigopod for bonus information and posts related to each episode!

Welcome to Honto Eigo! My name is Matt. In this intro episode I talk about the goals of this show and how you, the listener, may be able to use it to level up your English listening ability. Please follow the show on Instagram @hontoeigopod for bonus vocabulary and other content related to the show. If you have a question or a topic you want to hear about, please email us at [email protected]