It felt nothing like a first meeting.The studio was already filled with laughter like we’d known each other for years.

Just when we thought, “Wow… we talked a LOT,” and tried to catch our breath—a new member suddenly joined us online.

I guess heroes really do arrive fashionably late!! 

welcome mate from other side of world !!! 

At last, a powerful group has come together, and Global Language Passport is officially taking off.

I wondered if our first meeting might be a little tense — maybe we’d be quiet at first. But not at all. We talked endlessly and instantly connected. In that moment, I felt it clearly: this is exactly what I’ve been wanting to create. It was truly moving.

In this episode, you’ll hear a mix of Tagalog, Bisaya, Japanese, and English. Whether you’re a native speaker or someone learning a new language, feel free to listen casually — just pick up words and phrases as they come. That’s part of the fun.

We’ll continue inviting more amazing voices to share cultures from around the world, everyday stories, and real conversations — all woven together in different languages.

The second half of this episode is coming soon, so stay tuned.

We’re also planning events where listeners can join and participate, so leave your comments and let’s stay connected.

Let’s build this global community together. 🌍✈️ 

music by my sensei from NY Noah Gonci