Easy English Interviews Podcast

K J Kent M.S.Ed.
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  1. 10/16/2025

    Easy English Interviews #30 - Anthony Voykin

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early 2025, I had a conversation with Anthony Voykin who is an instructor at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon, Canada. He visited Japan for two weeks in February, 2025. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #15 For today’s episode, please use the interview as a review of the grammar points covered in all the episodes so far. EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #15 For the English usage point, I would like to point out a phrase that Anthony uses. He uses the phrase, “get a kick out of” This phrase is used by English speakers when they want to describe something that they think will be enjoyable for themselves or for another person. Listen near the end of today’s podcast for when Anthony says that he thinks that his kids would “really get a kick out of a visit to Japan”. For example: “My kids would really get a kick out of visiting Japan.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #15 * What does Anthony teach? * Did Anthony choose to come to Japan? * What is it that Anthony doesn’t see so often in Japan? * What do Kris’s friends say they miss the most about Japan after they leave? * How old are Anthony’s children? * What did Anthony almost buy on his first night in Nagano? * What project did Anthony say he wants to start in Canada? * What does Kris say is the difference between clubs in Canada and clubs in Japan? * What type of books does Anthony say are good to read to learn English? * What does Kris say is more important than book study? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos, and much, much more all in one place. Discussion about this episode Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    14 min

  2. 10/09/2025

    Easy English Interviews #29 - Travis Kinsella

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early 2025, I had a conversation with Travis Kinsella who is an engineering student from Saskatoon, Canada. He visited Japan for two weeks in February, 2025. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #14 For today’s episode, please listen to the way Travis and Kris talk about abilities. Especially, listen for the phrase “be able to”. This phrase is used to describe abilities or things you are allowed to do. For example: “You need to be able to get past communication problems.” or “I’m able to go to Japan this summer.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #14 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is a phrase that Travis uses during the interview. The phrase is “for the most part”. This phrase suggests that something usually happens or happens in most cases. It is a generalization that the speaker uses so the listener knows how often you can expect a certain action to happen. For example: “For the most part, people in Japan focus on small details.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #14 * What year of study is Travis completing this year? * During his visit, where did Travis stay at night? * Travis says there are little or no “what” in Japan? * What is Travis’s biggest challenge while in Japan? * What type of barrier has Travis encountered while in Japan? * What food did Travis say he missed the most? * Where does Kris say you can find good Italian restaurants in Japan? * Does Travis like hot or cold soba? * What do Kris and Travis say people in Japan focus on? * Why did some students join Travis for meals? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos, and much, much more all in one place. Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    12 min

  3. 09/03/2025

    Easy English Interviews #28 - SamAt Sarin

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early 2025, I had a conversation with SamAt Sarin who is a baker and research assistant from Cambodia. He currently lives in Nagano, Japan with his wife and two children. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #13 For today’s episode, please listen to the way Sarin and Kris compare and contrast things. In English we often use words like “best” or “most” that function as adjectives or adverbs. For example: “I like Gifu the most” or “Tom is my best friend.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #13 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is a review from Episode #1 of Season #2. The word, “actually” when it is used at the beginning of a sentence to indicate something true that might be unexpected. For example: “Actually, I never wanted to travel to Japan.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #13 * Where is Sarin from? * What does he do at Daily Yamazaki? * How many years has he lived in Japan? * What is very crowded in Hanoi? * How many hours does it take to get from Narita to Vancouver by Airplane? * How long is a direct flight from Japan to Cambodia? * What radio station does Sarin listen to? * How many children does Sarin have? * Who is better at cooking, Sarin or his wife? * What did Kris’s friend put on his wall to help him study Japanese? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos, and much, much more all in one place. Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    22 min

  4. 06/11/2025

    Easy English Interviews #27 - Owen Dyck

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early February 2025, I had a conversation withOwen Dyck who is a student from Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatchewan, Canada. He recently visited Japan on a school trip. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #12 For today’s episode, please listen to the way Owen and Kris use an infinitive phrase as an adjective. For example: “I came to Japan because it was a CHANCE TO SEE a new culture.” or “English is a good SKILL TO HAVE.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #12 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is how Kris and Owen use the phrase, “to jump at” something. For example: “I jumped at the chance to visit Japan.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #12 * How old is Owen? * What does he generally enjoy doing? * What has stood out to Owen about Japan? * What kind of Japanese food was Owen told to try? * Did Owen like Japanese food before he came to Japan? * What did Owen miss while he was in Japan? * What month will Owen graduate? * What parts of Japan would Owen like to see next time he comes? * What language do most students in Canada learn other than English? * What is Owen’s advice about studying English? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos, and much, much more all in one place. Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    13 min

  5. 03/28/2025

    Easy English Interviews #26 - Reuben Norman

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early February 2025, I had a conversation with Reuben Norman, who is a Media Productions student from Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatchewan, Canada. He recently visited Japan on a school trip. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #11 For today’s episode, please listen to the way Reuben and Kris use the subordinate conjunction, “because” to explain a reason or cause for something. For example: “I went to the store BECAUSE I needed to buy some clothing.” or “BECAUSE public transportation is used so much, there is a greater effort to keep it clean.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #11 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is how Reuben uses the word “warm” to describe friendliness. The adjective “warm” is most often used for temperature, however, there is another meaning in English that relates to friendliness. For example: “I got a WARM and welcoming feeling from the people in Japan.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #11 * What is Reuben studying in Canada? * What does Reuben like more, photography or cinematography? * Before he came to Japan, did Reuben think he would ever come here? * What can you usually find on the streets in North America? * What is Reuben jealous of? * What does Reuben tell himself about pain? * How do Reuben’s classmates and instructors walk? * What did Reuben want more of on his trip to Japan? * What did Kris want to eat when he first came to Japan? * What does Reuben say is important about asking questions? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos, and much, much more all in one place. Discussion about this episode Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    18 min

  6. 03/07/2025

    Easy English Interviews #25 - Rudi Tessman

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early February 2025, I had a conversation with Rudi Tessman, who is an Electronics Systems Engineering student from Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatchewan, Canada. He is also an electrician and recently visited Japan on a school trip. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #10 For today’s episode, please listen to the way Rudi uses the relative pronoun “that”. In English we use the word “that” as a relative pronoun quite often. For example: “There are many people THAT travel to Japan.” or “My brother is the person THAT helps me the most.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #10 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is how Kris uses the word “maximize” to describe the act of making the most of something. In English we use the words “maximize” and “minimize” as verbs to describe how we will increase or decrease the possible amount of something. For example: “I want to MAXIMIZE my English practice time to get the best results and speak better.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #10 * How old is Rudi? * What was Rudi’s original career? * What is happening more in Canada these days? * What impressed Rudi about robotics in Japan? * Does Rudi have small or large feet? * What did Rudi find surprising about the temples and shrines? * What did Rudi miss from Canada? * Does Rudi want to come back to Japan? * What does Rudi think about practice? * What does Rudi say is important about practicing in sports? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos, and much, much more all in one place. Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    16 min

  7. 08/01/2024

    Easy English Interviews #24 - Paul McMahon

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early August 2024, I had a conversation with Paul McMahon, who is a friend, teacher, and retired gentleman from Australia. He is currently living in Nakano and is building a house with his wife. For today’s episode, please listen to the way Paul uses the present perfect tense to talk about his experience. In English we use the present perfect to talk about things we have been doing. For example: “I’ve been teaching English for the last few months.” or “I’ve been working at this company for five years now.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #9 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is how Paul uses the word “alternatively” to give another option. Specifically, listen to what Paul says about studying English near the end of the podcast. For example: “You can study English by reading books about grammar. ALTERNATIVELY, you can study English by meeting friends from overseas and having conversations with them.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #9 * What year did Paul first come to Japan? * What was Paul’s hobby? * What was one of the jobs that Paul did in Australia before he came to Japan? * How long have Paul and Mayumi been married? * Where do Paul and his wife live now? * When are Paul and his wife moving into their new house? * Paul says that he enjoys the appreciation of what in Japan? * What is Paul’s favorite Japanese food? * What part of living in Japan does Paul feel is challenging? * What has Ichizou been studying for many years? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos and much more all in one place. Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

    17 min

  8. 06/11/2024

    Easy English Interviews #23 - Stephen Corrigan 2

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Easy English Interviews Podcast! Season 2 will have some added content. In addition to the Podcast audio and the 10 comprehension questions that were included in each post of Season 1, Season 2 will include various Easy English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary Points. These will be one-point English lessons to look out for in each interview. Those will be included here in the podcast post and in the podcast audio. They will also be found in the textbook for Season 2, which will be available after the full season is released. If you are new to the podcast, Season 1 is complete and there is a companion textbook for sale now on Amazon. It can be found by clicking the link below. Easy English Interviews PodcastのSeason 2へようこそ! シーズン2には、いくつかのコンテンツが追加されます。シーズン1では、ポッドキャストの音声と各投稿に含まれていた10問の理解度チェックに加えて、シーズン2では様々なEasy English Grammar and Vocabulary Pointsが含まれます。これは、各インタビューで気をつけるべきワンポイントの英語レッスンです。このポッドキャストの記事と音声に収録されています。また、シーズン2のテキストにも掲載されます。 ポッドキャストを初めてご覧になる方は、シーズン1が終了し、付属のテキストブックがアマゾンで販売されています。以下のリンクをクリックしてください。 In early June 2024, I had a second conversation with Stephen Corrigan, who is a friend, teacher, and sports enthusiast from Canada. He is a father and small business owner. Here is that interview. EASY ENGLISH GRAMMAR POINT for EPISODE #8 For today’s episode, please notice how Steve and Kris use the words “if” and “when”. These two words are used a lot in English. “IF” is used to introduce a possible or unreal situation or condition and “WHEN” is used to refer to the time of a future situation or condition that we are sure about. For example: “If I am not busy tomorrow, I will go kayaking.” and “When I’m older, I want to start playing more golf.” EASY ENGLISH USAGE POINT for EPISODE #8 The second thing I would like to focus on in today’s interview is how Steve and Kris use the word “originally” to describe a situation that existed first. For example: “I live in Japan now, but I am originally from Canada.” COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS FOR EPISODE #8 * How often does Steve play hockey now? * What day of the week does Steve play hockey? * What is Steve’s favorite hockey team? * How long did Steve do karate? * What Japanese sport does Steve enjoy watching the most? * What was Kris wearing when he met KONISHIKI? * Where did Steve meet KONISHIKI? * What sport did Steve try recently that he thought was very difficult? * What sport would Kris and Steve like to play more if they could? * What sport does Steve say is good to do with family? Thank you for listening and as always, please like or subscribe on your favorite platform! Thank you for reading Easy English Interviews. This post is public so feel free to share it. Check out the new Easy English Interviews WEBSITE now, where you can find all the podcasts, YouTube videos and much more all in one place. Get full access to Easy English Interviews at kjkentmsed.substack.com/subscribe

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