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ALTs in Japan

ALTs in Japan

By Alex and Cameron

👋 Hello,

We are ALTs from NY, Australia and Canada. We share all of our experiences as brand new ALTs. Hear our big wins and also some of our biggest frustrations. Learn what it is actually like living in Japan and teaching as an ALT as well. Also for Japanese language learning.
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How Foreigners are viewed in present day Japan!

ALTs in Japan Mar 04, 2023

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How Foreigners are viewed in present day Japan!

How Foreigners are viewed in present day Japan!

We talk about general perception of foreigners in Japan, as well as Japanese architecture and general layout you can expect at local train stations! Again, the comic mentioned in this podcast is Charisma Man so give it a look.
Mar 04, 202347:40
Snacks in Japan with ALTs

Snacks in Japan with ALTs

We discuss some awesome new snacks in Japan, and other stuff as well.
Feb 22, 202334:07
ALTs in Japan talk more shinanigins

ALTs in Japan talk more shinanigins

ANother episodes debuting some interesting things, including key phrases in Japanese to know when making your move to Japan.
Feb 17, 202338:38
Cultists, Valentines Day, and Setsubun with ALTs in Japan (give our twitter a follow @altsinjapan)

Cultists, Valentines Day, and Setsubun with ALTs in Japan (give our twitter a follow @altsinjapan)

Today we take a dive into Cameron’s experience with a cultist in Japan, also we break down Valentine’s Day and Setsubun in Japan! Don’t forget to leave any questions or comments on our twitter @altsinjapan
Feb 04, 202343:14
ALTs in Japan reflect on 2022 and what we hope for in 2023

ALTs in Japan reflect on 2022 and what we hope for in 2023

More about life as ALTs in Japan and talking about daily life in Japan. Reflecting on our arrival, and who this job is for and isn’t for.
Jan 19, 202354:03
ALTs in Japan reasons to learn Japanese

ALTs in Japan reasons to learn Japanese

We give our take on why it is really helpful to learn Japanese. Also more about life in Japan, Yokohama, Tokyo and so on. 🇯🇵
Dec 17, 202242:08
ALTs in Japan meet NHK guy and JR pass

ALTs in Japan meet NHK guy and JR pass

Today me and Cameron tan about the NHK guy in Japan. We discuss how to avoid him and what really is his purpose? 🤔 afterwards some travel tips with JR pass and tricking the system to get the most bang out of your buck.
Nov 30, 202229:26
ALTs in Japan with Rosa from Nagoya

ALTs in Japan with Rosa from Nagoya

Hey Alex and Cameron here talking with an ALT from Nagoya! Here her opinion on life in Japan and how she’s been enjoying ALT life.
Nov 13, 202201:40:25
ALTs in Japan First week of Classes

ALTs in Japan First week of Classes

Our first week of classes in Yokohama Japan.
Nov 06, 202242:43
The great tangent continues life in Japan

The great tangent continues life in Japan

We talk about our first steps into life in Japan. And some teaching
Oct 23, 202235:14
Drug screening Teachers in Japan

Drug screening Teachers in Japan

And our teaching journey continues! Listen to me and Cameron share more of our experiences.
Oct 13, 202231:12
ALTs in Japan journeys and digression

ALTs in Japan journeys and digression

Our arrival in Japan, followed by ALT training and other 🗾
Oct 02, 202253:24
ALTs in Japan

ALTs in Japan

Very first episodes of a few ALTs living abroad in Japan and giving the uncut version of real life here. We talk about our first experiences, and some of the pros and cons. Also we share some tips for people who want to try and do the same.
Sep 17, 202224:23
Lets talk about Language Exchange and HelloTalk 🤝

Lets talk about Language Exchange and HelloTalk 🤝

https://blog.google/products/chrome/live-caption-chrome/?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=podnews.net:2021-01-01

I suggest you use this link when listening for live Captions/Subtitles on Google Chrome (this won't work on mobile).


This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.

In this episode we talk about HelloTalk, teaching, and language exchange. 

After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation.

I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign) If you enjoy this let me know

❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Dec 08, 202109:35
Lets talk Thanksgiving, 🦃 Bounenkai, and New Years!

Lets talk Thanksgiving, 🦃 Bounenkai, and New Years!

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.

In this episode we talk about Thanksgiving, 🦃 Bounenkai, and New Years! 

After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation.

I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign) If you enjoy this let me know

❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Nov 25, 202109:44
Lets Talk coffee ☕️ or tea 🫖?

Lets Talk coffee ☕️ or tea 🫖?

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.

In this episode we talk about Coffee or Tea???

After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation.

Transcript here 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-18-Coffee-or-Tea-V7V271R7C

I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign) If you enjoy this let me know

❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Nov 19, 202109:44
Lets talk Tiktok (Douyin) and Kuaishou 🗣

Lets talk Tiktok (Douyin) and Kuaishou 🗣

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.

In this episode we talk about two popular Chinese social apps TikTok(Douyin) and Kuaishou.

After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation.

Transcript here 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Lets-talk-TikTok-and-Kuaishou-S6S46UH0X

I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign) If you enjoy this let me know

❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Nov 03, 202108:13
lets talk squid game 🦑 🦑

lets talk squid game 🦑 🦑

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.

In this episode we talk about Squid Game, hit Korean Drama series. 

After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation.

Transcript here 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-16-lets-talk-Squid-Game-S6S66R5QZ

I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign) If you enjoy this let me know

❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Oct 27, 202107:33
Lets talk with Azu chan, creator of Hand 🖐 kun! part 2

Lets talk with Azu chan, creator of Hand 🖐 kun! part 2

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.   

In this episode we talk with Azu chan(her HelloTalk id is @id_azu_13110 please give her a follow and say some nice things). 

She will share some tips on how to learn English, and what she did to get comfortable talking to English speakers.  After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation.

 I look forward to hearing from you! 

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇 

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign) If you enjoy this let me know 

❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! 

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Oct 20, 202126:02
Lets talk with Azu chan, creator of Hand 🖐 kun! part 1

Lets talk with Azu chan, creator of Hand 🖐 kun! part 1

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.

In this episode we talk with Azu chan(her HelloTalk id is @id_azu_13110 please give her a follow and say some nice things). She will share some tips on how to learn English, and what she did to get comfortable talking to English speakers.

After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇
anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !
☕️ ko-fi.com/conversations
Oct 15, 202119:07
👻 Lets Talk about Halloween and costumes!

👻 Lets Talk about Halloween and costumes!

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about Halloween. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/EPISODE-13-SCRIPT-M4M86KTBF

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇 HelloTalk ID: @alexbk This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

Oct 13, 202106:38
🖼 🎶 Supporting the Arts (art and music)

🖼 🎶 Supporting the Arts (art and music)

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about the Arts. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! 

text/script for this episode 👇 

https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-12--Supporting-the-Arts-art-and-musi-C0C0688RO

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇 

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

 If you enjoy this let me know ❤️ Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! 

☕️ https://ko-fi.com/conversations

 Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇 HelloTalk ID: @alexbk This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! 

Sep 15, 202105:52
👅Rolling your R’s, Silent English R, The L problem.

👅Rolling your R’s, Silent English R, The L problem.

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English. In this episode we talk rolling your R's, Silent R's and the L problem. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!
text/script for this episode 👇
ko-fi.com/post/Episode-11-Rolling-your-Rs-Silent-English-R-T-Z8Z164ZZ5
drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇
anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)
If you enjoy this let me know ❤️
Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️
ko-fi.com/conversations
Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇
HelloTalk ID: @alexbk
This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English. In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! do so
Sep 08, 202106:13
Let’s talk about 'SUCK'.

Let’s talk about 'SUCK'.

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about suck, a very interesting word. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-10-Lets-talk-about-SUCK-H2H061IAO

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! do so.

Sep 01, 202105:54
Let’s talk about the first thing you do when you wake up.

Let’s talk about the first thing you do when you wake up.

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about the first thing you do when you wake up. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-9-Lets-talk-about-the-first-thing-you-do-X8X059GCU

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! do so.

Jul 09, 202105:51
Let's Talk about Music!

Let's Talk about Music!

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about music. Who is your favorite musician, band or artist? After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Lets-talk-about-music-episode-8-E1E54Y3YS

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! do so.

Jun 12, 202105:58
Let's Talk about Food Food and more Food

Let's Talk about Food Food and more Food

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about food and food routines. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Lets-Talk-about-Food-Food-and-more-Food-episode-7-G2G24W6QF

drop voice messages here or on HelloTalk👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about f. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! do so.

Jun 07, 202105:48
"peanuts" and mental health

"peanuts" and mental health

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about why you should be careful with the word peanuts, the meaning of the word retard, and our mental health. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Peanuts-and-Mental-health-script-for-episode-6-U7U44OZCE

drop voice messages here 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

Please don't spam me. I already teach on this platform and receive a lot of messages, so if I do not respond it will probably be for this reasoning. I also check accounts that message me for activity, and if they post moments and appear legitimate etc. if you don't have much activity I will consider it a fake account. Otherwise, if you have something nice to say, interesting, or a good question please do so.

May 20, 202106:01
Lets talk about "where you are from"

Lets talk about "where you are from"

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about the common small talk topic "where are you from". This phrase is used often, and will mostly be the start of many conversations. After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

text/script for this episode 👇

https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-5-Lets-Talk-about-where-you-are-from-scr-K3K04LY1N

drop voice messages here 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

Please don't spam me. I already teach on this platform and receive a lot of messages, so if I do not respond it will probably be for this reasoning. I also check accounts that message me for activity, and if they post moments and appear legitimate etc. if you don't have much activity I will consider it a fake account. Otherwise, if you have something nice to say, interesting, or a good question please do so.

May 12, 202106:01
Lets talk about "your weekend"!

Lets talk about "your weekend"!

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about the common small talk topic "how was your weekend?". This phrase is used often, and will mostly mean "how are you doing", "what's the matter", and a few other things. I also revisit "bro", and talk a little bit more about it.  After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

Please don't spam me. I already teach on this platform and receive a lot of messages, so if I do not respond it will probably be for this reasoning. I also check accounts that message me for activity, and if they post moments and appear legitimate etc. if you don't have much activity I will consider it a fake account. Otherwise, if you have something nice to say, interesting, or a good question please do so.

May 04, 202107:20
Let's Learn "what's up" and "bro" with Conversations

Let's Learn "what's up" and "bro" with Conversations

👋 Hello,

This is Conversations a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about the phrase "what's up". This phrase is used often, and will mostly mean "how are you doing", "what's the matter", and a few other things. I also revisit "bro", and talk a little bit more about it.  After listening, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here 👇

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex(the box bottom right side with + sign)

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

Please don't spam me. I already teach on this platform and receive a lot of messages, so if I do not respond it will probably be for this reasoning. I also check accounts that message me for activity, and if they post moments and appear legitimate etc. if you don't have much activity I will consider it a fake account. Otherwise, if you have something nice to say, interesting, or a good question please do so.


Apr 28, 202107:15
Lets Learn Dude with Conversations

Lets Learn Dude with Conversations

👋 Hello,

This is Conversations, a place to learn and practice your English.  In this episode we talk about the word "dude" and how it is used. This is an informal word, and generally has a positive meaning. Afterwards, whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a like on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you!

drop voice messages here 👇 

anchor.fm/conversationswithalex

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ ! ☕️ 

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

Please don't spam me. I already teach on this platform and receive a lot of messages, so if I do not respond it will probably be for this reasoning. I also check accounts that message me for activity, and if they post moments and appear legitimate etc. if you don't have much activity I will consider it a fake account. Otherwise, if you have something nice to say, interesting, or a good question please do so.

Apr 26, 202105:09
Learn English with Conversations

Learn English with Conversations

👋 Hello,

This is Conversations, a place to learn and practice your English.  Since this is the very first episode, the first topic will be Introductions! I talk a little bit about myself(by the way my name is Alex, I don't think I mentioned it 😂 ), and I would love to hear about you and get your Introduction. Whether its a voice message via Anchor/Spotify or a comment on Apple Podcasts, don't hesitate to practice your English and be a part of the Conversation. I look forward to hearing from you! 

If you enjoy this let me know ❤️ 

Help keep me motivated and consider donating me a coffee ❤️ !  

https://ko-fi.com/conversations

Here is my HelloTalk ID 👇

HelloTalk ID: @alexbk

Please don't spam me. I already teach on this platform and receive a lot of messages, so if I do not respond it will probably be for this reasoning. I also check accounts that message me for activity, and if they post moments and appear legitimate etc. if you don't have much activity I will consider it a fake account. Otherwise, if you have something nice to say, interesting, or a good question please do so. 




Apr 23, 202103:49