Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson 903. Reading from my Japanese hospital diaries đ (Sept 2002)
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Oct 8, 2024 Dive into a whimsically poignant journey through a Japanese hospital experience. The host shares diary entries filled with cultural quirks and humorous misunderstandings, including a hilarious miscommunication with a nurse. You'll explore heartfelt interactions with fellow patients and friends during a challenging recovery, all while reflecting on life as an English teacher in Japan. This candid narrative strikes a balance between vulnerability and humor, offering a unique glimpse into the complexities of hospitalization abroad.
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Story Repetition
- Luke mentions this is the third time he's shared this story, twice before in episodes 118 and 771.
- He's hesitant to repeat it, but will read from his diaries for new details.
Hospitalization in Japan
- Luke was hospitalized in Japan for two weeks in September 2002.
- He felt lost, frightened, and unable to communicate due to limited Japanese.
Diary Discovery
- Luke reads from his rediscovered diaries, written from back to front.
- He was filled with a strange pink liquid and felt drowsy.
