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  98. Class Insights: Creating Change Is More Possible Than We Think 11.09.2026 22dk

  We often assume that the way things are is simply the way they have to be. In this episode, I share insights from recent class discussions about imagining our ideal, understanding what really motivates us, and taking thoughtful action to create change. We explore how small experiments, calculated risks, and especially how we communicate can help us influence much more than we might initially think.Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  97. Hedonic Adaptation—How Appreciation Keeps Good Things Alive 04.09.2026 23dk

  We often work hard to get the things we want—better jobs, stronger relationships, new experiences, more skills—and then, strangely, they start to feel just normal. In this episode, I explore hedonic adaptation and why we can slowly stop appreciating the good things already in our lives. But if we aren't careful, those great relationships and things may lose their magic. That’s why appreciation, perspective, and the way we communicate matter so much in keeping those things alive.Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  96. My U.S. Trip: Reflections on People & Life 28.08.2026 28dk

  In this episode I share reflections from my recent trip to the United States about human connection, communication, and culture. Enjoy!Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  95. What Really Motivates Us? 21.08.2026 10dk

  What really drives us to work hard, grow, and keep going—and why do some tasks energize us while others drain us? In this episode, we explore how understanding our deeper needs, environment, and relationships can help us shape motivation, enjoy the process more, and still achieve meaningful goals.Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  94. Five Kinds of Communication—and When to Use Them 14.08.2026 28dk

  Different situations require different kinds of communication. In this episode, we explore five powerful examples—from emotional leadership and cross-cultural understanding to crisis response, symbolic action, and visionary public speaking—and consider when each approach works best.Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  93. Complaining: Why We Need It & How to Manage It 07.08.2026 8dk

  Complaining isn’t always negative—it can help us process emotions, connect with others, identify problems, and challenge unfair situations. In this episode, we explore how to complain more wisely by choosing the right person and moment, communicating with sensitivity, and turning frustration into constructive action.Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  92. Class Insights: What Five Remarkable People Teach Us 31.07.2026 23dk

  What can we learn from Shohei Ohtani, Kazuo Inamori, Franz Kafka, Freddie Mercury, and Akashiya Sanma about success, creativity, character, business, and communication?In this class reflection, I share insights that emerged when my students introduced five remarkable people and explored their lives together. We discovered lessons about discipline, ethical leadership, expressing what makes us different, communicating complex ideas clearly, and bringing conversations to life.We also found a larger pattern: remarkable people develop what is distinctive within them and use it to create value for others.Join my English discussion classesJoin online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and experience meaningful discussions that help you:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeplyAdvanced and intermediate English speakers only.Book a free consultation and learn about classes and events:www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  91. Innovation Requires Awareness & Communication – Stories from Semmelweis & Kodak 24.07.2026 26dk

  Here are two stories from the Hungarian doctor Semmelweis and the company Kodak that show how innovation requires deeper awareness and better communication.Join my class online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and feel alive through great conversations.I help my students:Think creativelySpeak confidentlyConnect deeply· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  90. World Cup Observations – How Football Reflects Our Humanity 10.07.2026 9dk

  The World Cup is more than a sports event. It is a reflection of our human experience…teamwork, diversity, tribal identity, play, kindness, contradictions, and our shared need to belong, succeed, celebrate, and feel alive.In this episode I share 7 observations from the world cup and how they show our common humanity.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and feel alive through great conversations.· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  89. Satisficing In Decision-Making – Time, Choice, & "Good Enough" 03.07.2026 8dk

  As the United States turns 250 years old on July 4th, 2026, I want to share some reflections about where the country has come over the years.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and feel alive through great conversations.· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  88. The American Experiment Turns 250 26.06.2026 9dk

  As the United States turns 250 years old on July 4th, 2026, I want to share some reflections about where the country has come over the years.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and feel alive through great conversations.· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  87. Six Psychology Concepts to Help You Communicate & Connect Better 16.06.2026 20dk

  Understand these six concepts from psychology to grow your self-awareness and ability to communicate and connect with people more freely. These are six of David's favorites.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan and feel alive through great conversations.· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  86. Time Perspectives 02.06.2026 21dk

  Do you focus more on the past, present, or future? In this episode, we'll discuss how to have balanced time perspective and how to avoid getting stuck with limited thinking.Watch Phillip Zimbardo's TED Talk here.In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  85. Design Your Own Game – What the Strait of Hormuz can teach us about business and life 03.04.2026 10dk

  If you're not the strongest, design your own game and use a strategy that works for you.In this episode we look at the Iran War and the Strait of Hormuz to understand strategy when we face limitations – and how we can design our own game in business and life.In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  84. What This School Really Is – A Bridge BEYOND English 22.03.2026 9dk

  On the surface, Bridge Beyond English is an English school. But in this episode I'll explain how we offer more than just English. We helps students think, express and connect in deeper ways. It's not just about English language – it's about creating better relationships and experiencing the world in new ways. That's why it's called Bridge Beyond English. In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  83. What Does "Success" Really Mean for You? 17.03.2026 12dk

  What is your definition of success? We explore what "success" really means in this episode.In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  82. Surrounded by Idiots – A Four-Color Communication Framework 06.03.2026 30dk

  This episode introduces a framework for understanding four main types of people. It will help you understand yourself and others. If you apply the ideas, you can improve your communication and connection with people who are different from you.The original concept is from the Swedish author Thomas Erikson's book called Surrounded by Idiots. Also available in Japanese with the name 『世界にバカは４人いる』In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  81. The Psychology of Brand Names 19.02.2026 12dk

  Why do certain brand names attract us?One reason is their foreign-sounding names that cause us to associate the brand with a certain country and quality.But is it really even from that country?In this episode, we'll take a look at some brands that use foreign branding to explore the psychology of their name choices – both globally and in Japan.In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  80. The Power of Changing Your Temperature 13.02.2026 9dk

  The way you speak and act has a temperature that makes people feel something. But you can always change your temperature.In this episode, David shares about how our social temperature influences people and how we can adjust our communication to improve our connection and impact.In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate English only)· Join our in-person events here.www.bridgebeyondenglish.com
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  79. Four Chemicals We All Need 03.02.2026 10dk

  There are four chemicals we all need to survive and flourish in life. In this episode I share about each chemical and how we can keep getting enough balance. Enjoy!In this podcast, David Nagai shares diverse ideas to help you think creatively and connect globally – in English.Join our classes online or in Yokohama-Motomachi, Japan to expand your English and:· Creative thinking· Global connection· Cross-cultural communication· (Advanced and intermediate only)www.bridgebeyondenglish.com