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Onthespotter PODCAST with Anesh

Onthespotter PODCAST with Anesh

By On the Spot Language

This podcast is run by the founder of On the Spot Language Anesh Daya as he interviews:
- students about studying abroad, their challenges, difficulties, and cultural/language immersion.
- educators about their views/perspectives on language learning, methodologies, and share our common passion for building a community of passionate educators.
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Onthespotter PODCAST with AneshMay 13, 2019

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Let's get to know Tsugumi, Yuna, and the amazing Yumi

Let's get to know Tsugumi, Yuna, and the amazing Yumi

In this series we are going to get to know these 3 students who just arrives in Toronto. Let's learn about them, their lives in Toronto and back in Japan, and their experiences in Toronto
Apr 11, 202401:43:10
Let's get to know Masumi & Komugi

Let's get to know Masumi & Komugi

Let's get to know these two amazing English learners who are currently taking the program from Hokkaido and Kanagawa.
Mar 21, 202402:14:38
Let's get to know Miyuki, Mizuki and Ayako

Let's get to know Miyuki, Mizuki and Ayako

This is our special 6 week program and we will get to know Mizuki, Miyuki, and Ayako
Dec 12, 202301:26:39
Getting to know Ami, Mayuko, Yuka, and Sweet Guy(Rio)

Getting to know Ami, Mayuko, Yuka, and Sweet Guy(Rio)

Let's get to know these English learners as they share with us a little bit about how long they are here for and where in Japan they are from. Enjoy!!
Nov 16, 202302:00:29
Let's get to know Rin, Ippo, and Mizuki.

Let's get to know Rin, Ippo, and Mizuki.

In this episode we get to know a little bit about our new on the spot language students who are currently studying in their second week in the program
Oct 12, 202302:57:46
Queen's Park and Second Month survey

Queen's Park and Second Month survey

Today we ask the students about their experience and what they learned at Queen's Park and also dive into their second month surveys. Enjoy!
Oct 04, 202318:52
Let's get to know our new group of students Sara, Ayaka, Mai, and Kanta!

Let's get to know our new group of students Sara, Ayaka, Mai, and Kanta!

In this episode we learn about their hometowns how long they are here for and also what they did back in Japan.
Sep 27, 202302:21:11
These Chilean Miners share their cultural intel!

These Chilean Miners share their cultural intel!

In this episode Fran, Pri, Nikol, and Pam some of their cultural intel with us. Please don't mind the construction in the background. This episode was recorded days before their final job interview.
Sep 14, 202331:08
Mining Minds: Kelly from IAMGOLD puts our these mining engineers 'on the spot'.

Mining Minds: Kelly from IAMGOLD puts our these mining engineers 'on the spot'.

In this episode, we have a special treat for our listeners as we welcome a distinguished guest, Kelly Silva, representing the esteemed mining company IAMGOLD. Kelly will engage our English learners in a thought-provoking conversation, aiming to uncover their journey, insights, and aspirations as female mining engineers. Together, we'll explore their deep-rooted passion for breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.

Tune in as we delve into the personal stories of these talented individuals, learning how their pursuit of excellence led them to an incredible opportunity to study English in Canada. Join us as we celebrate their determination, resilience, and role as trailblazers for the next generation of female miners. This was truly an inspiring dialogue where language, engineering, and empowerment converge.

Aug 25, 202343:39
Let's get to know Haruka, Momoko, and Miho

Let's get to know Haruka, Momoko, and Miho

Listen as we get to know our new students Haruka, Momoko, and Miho!
Aug 24, 202302:18:41
Talking about Cultural Differences & Asking Deep Questions with Teacher Kay!

Talking about Cultural Differences & Asking Deep Questions with Teacher Kay!

We dive a little deeper and discuss cultural differences with special guest Teacher Kay from Diaspora English! @diasporaenglish
Aug 24, 202355:46
Getting to know Fran, Pri, Pam, Nikol, with special guest Erica.

Getting to know Fran, Pri, Pam, Nikol, with special guest Erica.

Join us as we get to know these passionate female mining engineers from Chile. We also have a special guest Erica from Step-by-Step Tours.
Aug 17, 202344:04
Getting to know Momoko and Haruka

Getting to know Momoko and Haruka

In this episode we get to know two of our four students Momoko and Haruka who are international students that English in Toronto.
Aug 17, 202314:35
Let's get to know Ayaka, Yuuna, Claire and Saki!!
Jul 12, 202302:01:43
Cultural differences Deep Questions with Mami, Kurumi and Sultan

Cultural differences Deep Questions with Mami, Kurumi and Sultan

In the final week of the program these on the spot language students dive a little deeper and talk about cultural differences between their country and Canada and also ask each other some deep questions.
Jun 27, 202351:16
Getting to know Hazuki Manami and Tata

Getting to know Hazuki Manami and Tata

In this episode we get to know where our students are from how long they have been here what they did back in Japan and how they feel about their English learning Journey so far 4 weeks into the program.
Jun 27, 202303:40:27
How to stay healthy with Mami and Sultan!

How to stay healthy with Mami and Sultan!

In this episode we learn about Mami's second month goals and what she's going to ask strangers on the streets of Toronto and she also practices asking those questions with Sultan.
Jun 14, 202323:22
Mami welcomes Sultan to On the Spot Language

Mami welcomes Sultan to On the Spot Language

In this episode Mami welcomes Sultan to On the Spot Language and we learn about his background where he's from where he has been living and working for the past 8 years and also Mami shares about her interests and hobbies.
Jun 13, 202340:06
Getting to know Mami & Kurumi with Special Guest Travis
May 16, 202331:56
Second month Survey with Azuki & Asuka

Second month Survey with Azuki & Asuka

Azuki and Asuka share their second month surveys with special guests Mai and Maria.
Mar 03, 202325:08
Getting to know Azuki and Asuka!
Feb 21, 202326:10
Getting to know Haru and Keita!

Getting to know Haru and Keita!

It's that time of year again when we have our special seven-week program and these two students are here during the Christmas season to explore Toronto and learn English.
Nov 23, 202230:35
Asking Deep Questions With Kenta and Ryomi.

Asking Deep Questions With Kenta and Ryomi.

Today we dive a little deeper and ask some deep questions with our English learners. Sometimes it's nice to have a deeper conversation with someone as opposed to just a surface level conversation, so today we put our students on the spot and ask each other some deep questions.
Oct 19, 202229:38
Second Month Surveys with Ryomi, Kenta and Special Guest Marc!

Second Month Surveys with Ryomi, Kenta and Special Guest Marc!

Today we talk about the student second month surveys where they get to focus on surveys that they want to ask people and today we get to do it with a special guest visiting from Japan.. Marc from COMAS!
Oct 06, 202241:18
Interests and Hobbies with Kenta and Ryomi

Interests and Hobbies with Kenta and Ryomi

This week we dive a little bit deeper and answer the question: WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO FOR FUN? Enjoy!!
Sep 29, 202231:19
Getting to know Kana, Kazuki, Ei !

Getting to know Kana, Kazuki, Ei !

Let's get to know these On the Spot Language students as they share about their hometown, what they did back in Japan, and their goals while they're in Toronto. Enjoy!!
Sep 21, 202201:42:30
Let's get to know Azusa, Ryomi, and Kenta!

Let's get to know Azusa, Ryomi, and Kenta!

In this episode we talk to these On the Spot Language students, where they are from, how long they are here for, and what they did back in Japan. Check out Kenta's show collection here: @kenta___tanaka
Sep 21, 202202:50:07
Getting to know Sakura, Marina, and Yu!

Getting to know Sakura, Marina, and Yu!

In this episode we talk about where they are from, what do they do back in Japan, and many other topics.
Aug 22, 202222:03
Getting to know Sakura & Keitaro

Getting to know Sakura & Keitaro

Let's get to know Sakura and Keitaro who are studying in our special one month summer program.
Aug 17, 202219:20
"What do you like to do for fun?" with Shizuka, Sae, and MEG!

"What do you like to do for fun?" with Shizuka, Sae, and MEG!

In this episode these three English language learners talk about what they like to do for fun. Location - The Royal Conservatory of Music
Jun 28, 202226:30
OSL is back! Let's get to know On-the-Spotter students Sae, Meg, and Shizuka!
Jun 16, 202217:34
Getting to know: Ai Kano - Lifestyle Coach and animal lover
Feb 08, 202230:20
Setting your English & Life Goals and achieving them with Emiko Kachi

Setting your English & Life Goals and achieving them with Emiko Kachi

Emiko Kachi, a previous student of On the Spot Language shares her story about learning English in the program, the challenges she faces, and how she stayed focused on her dreams and goals and made them into reality.

Emiko is now the proud owner of ONE OF THE BEST AibBnB's in Kyoto, Japan called Kyo-Anthu Inn.
Book your stay TODAY: https://kyoanthuinn.com/

Emiko has also taken her passion for English and wants to help the next generation of English learners in Kyoto and started her own online English learning community called EIGO Mate.
https://kyotoeigomate.com/

We are so proud of her and wish her all the best in achieving her next milestones in life.

Nov 24, 202132:13
A New Paradigm of Education interview with Janet Ver Fine
Oct 14, 202133:28
A New Paradigm of Education interview with Jen Zash
Oct 07, 202125:26
Interview with Shoko Ogino - from Plage (Chokoku Lymph)
Jan 21, 202125:12
Let's ASK DEEP QUESTIONS with Yuki
Oct 29, 202013:49
Mana & Hiroko chat with PAUL DUKE from Hard-boiled English!!
Oct 21, 202001:15:24
Hiroko talks about SPORTS with Mana and GTA!
Oct 15, 202036:36
Getting to know On-the-Spotter Yuki

Getting to know On-the-Spotter Yuki

Enjoy this conversation with Yuki as she shares about your journey in Canada so far.
From living and studying in Montreal to moving out to the west coast to Vancouver where she has been working at a sushi chef and is in the process of immigrating to Canada.
This conversation was only her 5th session with On the Spot Language Coach Anesh. She has already come so far and we are super proud of her.
Enjoy the chat!

Oct 08, 202011:11
OntheSpotter Mana speaks with Hiroko and Anesh about Canadian HISTORY

OntheSpotter Mana speaks with Hiroko and Anesh about Canadian HISTORY

This special podcast about Canadian History is lead by On-the-Spotter Mana. Listen as she leads the conversation with Hiroko and On the Spot Language Coach Anesh and talk about some interesting historical facts about Canada and Toronto.
This was part of Mana's test - which was to lead a conversation of her choice.
What part of the podcast did you like the most?
What was the most interesting fact that you learned in this episode?

Enjoy!

Oct 08, 202030:17
Cultural Differences with Mana and Hiroko

Cultural Differences with Mana and Hiroko

This was such an enlightening conversation and discussion about cultural differences with Mana and Hiroko.
It was especially interesting to hear them talk about the culture shock that they have experienced since living/studying/working in Canada.
Share your thoughts about a cultural shock that you've experienced!
Enjoy the conversation!

Oct 08, 202033:02
Asking Deep Questions with Mana and Hiroko

Asking Deep Questions with Mana and Hiroko

Asking Deep Questions is a great way of getting to know friends, family, or even strangers on a deeper level.
Today I spoke with Mana and Hiroko who are studying virtually with On the Spot Language and we ask each other
some deep questions.
Have fun!

Oct 01, 202018:50
Asking Deep Questions with Mana and Hiroko

Asking Deep Questions with Mana and Hiroko

Asking Deep Questions is a great way of getting to know friends, family, or even strangers on a deeper level.
Today I spoke with Mana and Hiroko who are studying virtually with On the Spot Language and we ask each other
some deep questions.
Have fun!

Oct 01, 202040:24
Getting to know Hiroko and Mana (Special COVID19 class)

Getting to know Hiroko and Mana (Special COVID19 class)

This is the first time ever that OSL has run it's full-time program virtually and we're excited that both Hiroko and Mana could join me(your host Anesh) on this amazing English language journey.

Sep 29, 202021:29
Cultural differences with Yoshi & Yurie

Cultural differences with Yoshi & Yurie

Let's dig a little deeper and hear about some cultural differences with Yoshi and Yurie!
Feb 12, 202017:26
Let's get to know Ayami from Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan.

Let's get to know Ayami from Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan.

Let's learn about Ayami, all of her experiences and journey in the program.
Feb 12, 202004:01:30
Let's get to know Yurie & Yoshi!

Let's get to know Yurie & Yoshi!

Let's learn about and get to know both Yurie and Yoshi over the next 8 weeks as they talk about a wife variety of topics.
Jan 15, 202002:59:29
Let's get to know On-the-Spotter Midori, Mayuko & Rie

Let's get to know On-the-Spotter Midori, Mayuko & Rie

These students are going to share a little bit of up their lives, their passions, their dreams what they did in their hometown where they're from,etc...
Dec 04, 201904:29:09
Getting to know Moe and Taka

Getting to know Moe and Taka

Let's get to know a little bit about Moe and Taka from Japan!
Nov 06, 201903:51:57