Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

294. The Truth

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Rich learning to use new technology for his new job, and Rich asks Abe about "learning" to use A.I. We also get in touch with ...

293. Living Life Backwards

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Abe's trouble with his new steel water bottle, health check results and how much "bad" cholesterol really matters, randoml...

292. Starting a New Job｜Disney Cruise

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Big Rich's first day at his new job, then we compare a Disney Cruise in Singapore to regular American cruises. Towards the end of th...

291. Big Man, Big Words

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are a little drunk in this episode, but we manage to answer a question about Big Rich's personality, and the big words that he tends to use.Fre...

290. Jealousy!

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Jealousy in relationships, and the various levels of envy and jealousy, and how to communicate "light" jealousy in a friendly ...

289. A Very Bad Cat! & "Ripping on each other"

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rich thinks that Abe is going crazy because he sings to his cats in an Indian accent (new song♪). We also answer a question about something we said ...

288. False Confidence (How Abe learned Japanese)

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about RIch's goals for this year - where he is succeeding, and where he is falling short. Rich asks Abe how he learned Japanese, and we ta...

287. Back to the Future

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Abe tells Rich about how frustrating using A.I. can be sometimes... And even leads to fights and break ups (in Abe's case). Then we talk some behi...

286. What do you say? (Whadaya say?)

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This was a fun episode! We talk about the Olympic "ding-dong" scandal (please answer the poll below if you are listening on Spotify). Then...

285. Big Rich has Big News!

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the big change in Rich's life, and we do some "blind ranking".Abe's 10-year podcast anniversary goods!⁠⁠⁠https://www.55freebird.co...

284. Ben Goes to Korea

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ben tells us about his recent trip to Korea, and we struggle to answer a listener question about what Japanese food we could eat for lunch everyday. W...

283. Welcome to Tuesday!

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This is another wild one. Ben joins us and the conversation quickly goes from fish sex, to Abe's big event in Sendai, to a Japanese tradition call...

282. Three Sexy Teachers♪

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Ben's new song that he thought was "too gay" for the podcast. Then we talk about a stupid mistake Abe made, and some New Y...

281. Arms Go POP! Chest goes BOOM!

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! We talk about Rich's biggest accomplishment of 2025, and Abe has a special surprise to celebrate his achievment! We also talk abou...

280. Do Most Americans Hate Seafood?

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the holidays, a difficult situation that came up at Abe's wedding job, the bravest man in the world, a weird situation at a public i...

279. Happy Birthday Big Rich!

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about RIch's interesting birthday celebrations and gifts, Ben's slimy goop monster, and we answer a very strange question...Free Bird ...

278. The Three Amigos: Things get a little crazy...

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben joins us today to enjoy some interesting craft beers and snacks from Taiwan. We talk about where Ben's musical inspiration comes from, the bes...

277. The Three Amigos: "My Lovely Ben"

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben joins us today to enjoy some interesting craft beers from Taiwan. We talk about eating fast, the time Ben peed on a dog (accidentally), college sp...

276. Would you rather be able to "pause" or "rewind" your life?

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we talk about the "bear scare" going on in Japan, and especially where we live in Sendai. Then we answer more questions from deep d...

275. Big Rich at the Opera

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New intro music from Space Dragon!♪ In today's episode Rich tells us about an opera concert that he went to recently, Abe tells a story about ho...

274. Halloween Makes Me Crazy!

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about grip strength, and how it is important for longevity, and share some Halloween memories from Canada and America.Baird Beer! GET 10% OFF!...

273. Is Shohei Ohtani an Alien? & Bears in Sendai!

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about watching baseball and Shohei Ohtani's amazing performance. Seriously, is this guy from another planet?? Crazy. We also talk about...

272. What Do Americans Think About Japanese Breakfast?

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Abe's boys' weekend in Canada where one of his friends snored like a bear. Then Rich tells us about the authentic Japanese break...

271. Japan Wins Again!

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are finally back! After our trips back to our home countries Big Rich and Abe are happy to be back in Japan. We talk about farting on airplanes, fl...

270. Cheating! (TT Reunion Part 2)

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben joins Abe and Big Rich to talk about all kinds of crazy things. Abe spills beer all over his new keyboard, and things just get crazier as we enjoy...

269. Hell Yeah! (Teacher Talk Reunion)

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben joins Abe and Big Rich to talk about all kinds of crazy things. Rich starts the show off with a surprise strip show and things just get crazier as...

268. Rice Around the World!

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we enjoy some craft beer and talk about more stupid things we did when we were young, and then we answer a question about rice and how it is coo...

267. Mistakes and Bad Decisions

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we enjoy some craft beer and talk about some mistakes and bad decisions we made...Baird Beer! GET 10% OFF! Delicious craft beer! Coupon Code: TE...

266. Night Time Friend Time! & "Would" vs "Used to"

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk how young children learn so quickly, Rich's plans for San Francisco and how it is awkward to have a reunion with friends when you ar...

265. Unbelievable!

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about the unbelievable ending to a recent sports event that involves an heavyweight fighter, a billionaire, and the U.S. president (Big ...

264. "All the Bells and Whistles"

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about a beach party that Abe went to where he wrestled a big bear of a man, and Rich 's plans to visit San Francisco where he will p...

263. Cinemas Around The World

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about a beach party that Abe is going to, and we answer a question about going to the movie theatre in various countries, and discuss ho...

262. A Strange Memorial

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about a party that Big Rich is planning, and we call Ben to see if we can make him say the word "park". After that Rich tells us abo...

261. Abe's Big Stupid Trap

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Abe's big stupid trap, Rich's students, and getting rid of stuff on Facebook Flea Market. Then we answer an international questi...

260. Mission: Possible!

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Big Donny" made a new intro song for us! ...It's all about him though. We talk about Big Rich's wife's birthday, massages, and ...

259. Airport Bathrooms & School Schedules in North America

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Big Rich's picnic with his wife, cured ham in Italy, airport bathrooms, School schedules in Canada and America, and we answer a ques...

258. Mouth Sounds, Wedding Photos & Learning to Drive

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about annoying speaking habits, Big Rich's wedding photos, and we answer a question about the rules for learning to drive in Japan VS Cana...

257. Teacher Talk Reunion!

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben joins us for a Teacher Talk Reunion! This episode is a bit of a wild ride. We talk about "skinny dipping" with homeless people, sea snak...

256. BBQ Memories

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about memories of "pig roast" BBQs with bikers, and call Papa Lawson to confirm the vague childhood memory. We also call Ben, but di...

255. Don't Look Directly at the Sun ☀️

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Girls at the gym are like the sun - don't look directly at them! Lol. We talk about gym etiquette and trying not to be creepy at the gym... But co...

254. Papa Lawson is Back! (Part Two)

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by the one and only "Full Moon Jamie"! (Abe's Dad) We have a couple drinks talk about our education history and the stra...

253. Papa Lawson is Back! (Part One)

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by the one and only "Full Moon Jamie"! (Abe's Dad) We have a couple drinks talk about Abe's dad's...

252. The Midnight Bandits

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Abe is worried about a piece of wood that might be stuck in his foot, and Rich tells us about stealing packages at midnight with his w...

251. Cherry Blossom ・ Airport Trouble ・ Trump's Favorite Music

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about cherry blossom season, getting "busted" with meat products at the airport, and we call President Trump (AKA Do...

250. Big Rich is Chinese! & Beer in America

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk burritos and beer in America, and we use a speech analyzing website to find out that Big Rich is actually Chinese!⁠⁠⁠⁠...

249. Cheers to Elephants!🍻🐘

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we do a live taste test of a "zero sugar" / "low carb" beer, special requests in the wedding industry, and we answ...

248. Questions for Donald Trump (A.K.A. "Donny Boy")

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about Christmas presents that arrive 2 months late, "falling off the wagon", AND we connect with the one and only Donald Trump...

247. Don't Fart in Sweden!

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Abe's trip to Canada, and then we introduce a listener message about the word for "speed" in Sweden *spoiler alert* the wo...

246. "Donny Boy" (Abe meets Donald Trump)

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is hard to believe, but Abe actually met President Donald "Donny Boy" Trump!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Bird Tshirts, tote bags,...

245. Donald Trump Loves Abe!

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Apparently the president of the United States of America is a big fan of our podcast! He even sent us a video message supporting us! Wow! If you have...

244. Cool City Lovers

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about Abe's terrible weekend, Rich's hotel stay, and we introduce a brand new song by Space Dragon featuring Abe called "Cool City Lover...

243. Big Rich's Apartment

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we record at Rich's new apartment and talk about recording strategies, our health related resolutions, and the fires in Los Angeles. ⁠⁠⁠...

242. Take Off Your Shoes!

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about having "friends in high places", where to get fresh fish in Japan (we don't really know), and we answer a question from an international...

241. Foods we discovered in Japan

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about foods that we hadn't tried, or even seen before we came to Japan. Then we make some New Year's resolutions! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

240. The Year of REVENGE (2025)

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year everyone! In this short episode we reflect on 2024 a little, and talk about what is ahead in 2025. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Bird...

239. Christmas Spirit!

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rich hates Christmas music! Lol. We talk about Christmas foods and answer a bunch of questions about eggnog, Christmas sweaters, candy canes, and Chri...

238. Glamping!

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After sleeping in and leaving Abe hanging in the morning, Rich makes his way over in the late afternoon to tell us all about his experience going "gla...

237. American Holidays

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about wine, wine and more wine! The conversation then turns to American holiday dinners and memories, and we discuss the different shopping ha...

236. Underrated: Pizza in Japan! & Frustrating Students

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about crunchy leaves on the ground in fall, underrated and overrated pizza, and we answer a question from a concerned mother about her son's b...

235. Slippers in Japan / What's your favorite convenience store?

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Slippers are everywhere in Japan and you are often expected to use them. There are even special bathroom slippers... Does anyone actually use those?...

234. Birthday "Glamping" & Using English Expressions: "Sell out" / "Live in a bubble"

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rich talks about his plans to go "glamping" for his birthday, and Abe tells him about doing a "photo wedding". Then we answer a listener question abou...

233. The Perfect Sales Strategy

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Abe talks about his trip to Tokyo and the sales strategy he used to sell goods to people at the Podcast Weekend festival. Rich talks about going to an...

232. Trump VS Harris: Everyone needs to calm down...

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the election happening in America today, and how people in America seem to be more divided than ever before. We note how people get into...

231. Divorce Rules in Various Countries

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Abe talks about not being able to resist the temptations of a "divine" treat, but then making up for it. Then we answer a question about what the rule...

230. Two Ships Passing in the Night

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the weather suddenly getting very cold, Rich receives a gift, Abe introduces his new goods (on sale now!), Rich talks about how him and ...

229. Speaking Habits that Transfer from Japanese to English

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about lifting weights and Rich's unusual exercises. Then Rich tells us about meeting his brother and sister in-law, and shaking hands with the...

228. Rich's Big Blue Bowl

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about taking the bus, and then Rich tells us about doing pottery with his wife. Then Abe tries to "crack" Rich's code (to get into his apartme...

227. Full Moon Jamie VS Gringo Bamboo

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Full Moon Jamie joins the podcast and we talk about going bald, crazy dogs, and chicken knees. Then we answer a question about pets, and FMJ tells us ...

226. Tiger Hunting (Sweet Revenge)

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk and strategize about how to get sweet revenge on Young Taiga. He is much younger, stronger, and faster than us, so we need a good strategy. ⁠...

225. Big Rich's Weird Food

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Abe's dad mooning people, his daughter learning English, and about trying to raise bilingual kids in general. Then Big Rich tells us...

224. The Old Lion and The Young Tiger

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Abe (The Old Lion) is covered in bruises after wrestling with Taiga (The Young Tiger). We talk about exercising, "dad strength", wrestling w...

223. Cheers Big Rich♪

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Come join me! ⁠Free Bird English: Live in Tokyo!⁠ In this episode Abe has made a special song for Big Rich! We listen to it and have a good laugh...

222. Looking for a Friend

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Abe is looking for a friend... Luckily Big Rich picked up the phone! We talked about how he is moving in with his wife today, and how he tried wearing...

221. Culture Shock VS "Abe Shock"

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about how to make Rich excited, ice hockey players wearing sexy underwear, having a "photo wedding", and then we read a review and a...

220. Humidity, AC, & Kamala Harris

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about hot humid weather and AC "wars" at work and at home. Then Rich tells us his opinion on Kamala Harris who is from California (s...

219. Big Rich is curious about EVERYTHING

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about accidentally teaching people to swear, then we talk about a "drag queen" that we met recently, and find out that Rich is curio...

218. Nothing Good Happens After Midnight

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Rich "house hunting" for a new apartment, and then we answer a question about pronunciation problems. X: @FBEteachertalk Inst...

217. Dreams Come True ❤️

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Congratulations Big Rich! He is now a married man. We talk about Rich's big news, meeting the family, buying a ring, etc. We also answer a questio...

216. Weiners & Buns

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Canada Day, American Independence Day, and the foods that were popular when we were growing up. X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/fbetea...

215. A Very Dumb Decision.

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me in Osaka on 7/14!!! (GoGo FREEBIRD Osaka Event!) ⁠https://www.55freebird.com/events⁠ In this episode we talk about a very dumb decision th...

214. Better than Google!

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me in Osaka on 7/14!!! (GoGo FREEBIRD Osaka Event!) https://www.55freebird.com/events In this episode Abe tells Rich about a new app that is BETT...

213. High-Fives, Handshakes, & Fist Bumps

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about "high-fives" and handshake greetings, eating "horumon", and cooking fish. X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/fbeteache...

212. Making Conversation (Small Talk)

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about our friend Young Tiger (Taiga), and how eating habits have to change as you get older. Then we stand up to answer a question from a busi...

211. OooOOOOoooh

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Abe tries to make Rich say "oooOOOoooh" by getting him excited, Rich talks about a birthday dinner for his girlfriend, and then we answer a ...

210. Bunny Butts

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rich gives an update about the mysterious tall couple, and we introduce a listener's theory about them. Then rich talks about seeing "bunny g...

209. Getting Rid of "Clutter"

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rich talks about his girlfriend doing a deep cleaning of his apartment, he tells us what inspired him to travel so much, and we answer a question from...

208. Traveling Before the Internet

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rich talks about his trip to Machu Pichu, and we discuss how traveling has changed since the internet became so accessible. We also answer a listener ...

207. What would you do "if money were no object"?

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We finally talk to Ben on the phone and get to the bottom of the pineapple mystery! We also answer a question about keeping students attention in clas...

206. The World's Longest Fart!

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the world's longest fart, introduce a new word from a review on Apple Podcasts, and Rich tells us his unique opinions about food and...

205. Pineapple Date, New Song, & Strange News

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We introduce a new song by Space Dragon, Rich gives an update about his date in Yamagata, and Abe tells Rich about some strange news from around the w...

204. What happens in Okinawa stays in Okinawa.

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about a trip we took to Okinawa many years ago. Then we answer a relationship question from Russia, and another question about Big Rich's ...

203. Romantic Rich

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rich gives us an update about the mysterious couple he often sees when he goes for a walk, and then we talk about his plans to have a romantic cherry ...

202. A Walk Down Memory Lane

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello friends! In today's episode I take a walk down memory lane and talk about all the skits that were mentioned in the song that Space Dragon ma...

201. Strange Encounters

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello friends! Today we talk about first impressions, strange encounters with religious groups, and Big Rich answers a question about his experience t...

200. Episode 200!

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oh my god, what a crazy episode. We talk about more gross dad habits, champagne, the biggest fruit ever, helicopter fights, "milking the moose&qu...

199. Tuesday Night Boys' Night!

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about sneezing, gross dad habits, and the origin of our legendary Tuesday night boy's night. FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https...

198. Thick Skin

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about Hawaii, having "thick skin", and we introduce a new song by Space Dragon! Afterwards Big Rich tells us about collecting ...

197. Coming to Japan

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about kerosene heaters, how babies are like a key to go anywhere you want, and we answer a question about how Rich ended up teaching in ...

196. Walking & Talking (& Stalking??)

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Friends! Today Rich tells us about his unusual walking habits, and we answer a question about what to do in California if you go there for a hol...

195. What's your Type? (Questions for Big Rich)

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Friends! Today Big Rich tells us a little bit about his first job teaching English in Europe, and answers some listener questions about his &quo...