In this new mini-series called "Real Talk", Richard and Tom talk at natural speed. Challenge yourself - how much can you understand?

In this episode, Richard & Tom talk about embarrassing things that have happened to them in the past.

This week, we talk about some common words that sound like English, but are not! Thanks for listening.

On this week's videocast, Shota share his experiences of mountain biking in New Zealand. Please watch on Spotify. Thank you for watching & listening.

This week's podcast explains how to say 面倒くさい in English. Try these expressions:

1)It's a hassle

2) It's a pain (in the neck)

3) I can't be bothered

4) It's too much trouble

Thanks for listening.

This week, Tom talks to Nana about her study abroad experiences in Monterey, California. Thanks for listening.

This week we talk about the musician, Bob Dylan, who was recently played in the movie "A Complete Unknown" by Timothée Chalamet. I hope you can watch the movie - it is now streaming. Anyway, thanks for listening.

Three songs to listen to:

Blowing in the Wind

Like a Rolling Stone

Knockin' on Heaven's Door

In this episode, we discuss why the UK is a great place to study abroad. Thank you for listening.

This week we talk with Ao about her studying (Australia) and working (Canada) experiences. Thank you for listening.

In this podcast, Richard talks about "guilty pleasures". He loves checking out Hard Off stores. Do you have a guilty pleasure? Thanks for listening!

This week, Tom talks to Shion about studying in Tennessee, USA. Thank you for listening.