Cafetalk Tutor's Column

What keeps us happy and healthy as we go through life?

This is an interesting (short, about 12 minutes) Ted Talk about what is important in life.  Th...

All About English Acronyms

In our modern world where information needs to be quick, short and to the point, acronyms are becom...

Greetings and Common Phrases!

Hello Everyone!  I recently published a blog post about common greetings and phrases. I think...

BBC News - Is English Ruining Science?

Hello Everyone! This is an article that I thought would be very interesting for everyone. Most of ...

Big price reductions on selected lessons

Hi, Due to the current exchange rate for the Yen, I am able to reduce the price of some of my less...

Audio Books for Adults?

Hello Everyone! So you have probably seen my posts about the new lesson for my Audio Books. These ...

Eiken Test Preparation!

Hello everyone! Are you preparing to take the Eiken Interview exam? I know it's coming up in one w...

Honored!

I was very honored and flattered to be introduced as a "Cafetalk お気に入り講師" by a staff member of "Hap...

Dream Duet with Charlie Puth!?? （Video Link有り）

Hey guys! Couldn't wait to tell you guys this.... I recently had the chance the duet with the pop...

Homestay with Greg in Venice, Fl

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Working with children

Working with children is not an easy task. You have to love working with children, you need to be p...

Happy 2016!

Happy New Year everyone! wishing you all a wonderful and prosperous 2016! keep striving and aim f...

2015 Kennedy Center Honors – President Obama Moved to Tears

Every year, The Kennedy Center honors performers for their lifetime of contributions in the perform...

Father Surprises Daughters at a Hockey Game

This is a very touching video about a United States Navy sailor who had been stationed overseas a...

National Geographic Magazine

If you enjoy science and nature, this is a great website. National Geographic magazine has been aro...

What's The Difference Between British and American English??

What’s the Difference Anyway? And How Much Does it Matter for Learners?   I have encou...

Why should I learn English?

In this article, I will be attempting to answer the question of the title. I will be looking at wha...

Puppy Cam Live

Below is a link to a video cam of maybe 8 newborn puppies and their mom.  Great website if you...

Happy Thanksgiving – Thank you!

Traditionally, the first Thanksgiving in the United States was about giving thanks for a bountifu...

Polyglotism: How to speak many languages

Hello everyone! I thought that, as my first column, I would share about my passion and my life goa...

Should I keep a job I hate for a big payoff down the road?

There may be no right or wrong answer, everyone's situation is different - just something to think ...

The Importance of Proofreading and Correction

Before submitting or printing an academic research paper, essay, email, memo, or any other written ...

今週の日本語

今日はドラマのワンシーンから日本語を勉強したいと思います。 使（つか）うのは「きょうは会社休みます。」です。 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　おおしろ　　　　　　　　　　　はな...

BBC News: Failing is Creative

Hello Everyone! Today I'd like to share a wonderful article with you. It's about creativity and fa...

The English We Speak - from the BBC

This is a fun website from the BBC.  The English We Speak is your chance to catch up on the ...

The Importance of Preparing for your Interview!

Job interviews rank right up there with having the flu, hangovers and exam results for fun and the ...

俳句：撫子

人は時間を与えると自分を正当化する言い訳を始める。．だから、勝ちたかったら、相手に時間を与えてはいけない。．最近学んだけんか必勝法。．今日の季語「撫子（なでしこ）」

The World is Shrinking as the Internet Grows!

It is difficult to imagine life without the internet and social media, yet the internet only became...

Periscope Livestream! 11/30

Hi everyone! 11/30 (月)の夜２０：００から、Periscopeの生配信ライプをすることにしましたー！ Periscopeとは携帯でダウンロードできて生で動画を配信できるアプリ...

365 Short Essays for ESL/EFL Students

This is a great reading resource.  There are 365 short essays, which you can listen to and r...