Best Japan Expo Podcasts (2024)

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Pink Monorail Manufacturing the Magic Ep 7: An explosion of expositions 52:31

4h ago52:31

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In the seventh installment of this educational series, Shelly & Noe Valladolid talk about what happened in themed entertainment at the start of the 20th Century. How World’s Fairs continued to grow and develop Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: The 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St Louis In what ways did the Brussel…

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Epic Universal with Eric Hersey Ep 59-12: How Dwayne Johnson wound up playing the Scorpion King 1:00:29

43m ago1:00:29

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Eric Hersey returns from the Universal Orlando Resort and gives Jim Hill a brief glimpse of what he & his family experienced down in Central Florida. Eric & Jim then take a look at the Rock’s first film role Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Why you should go straight to the Trolls Trollercoaster as soon as Universal Stud…

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Looking at Lucasfiilm with Brian Gaughan: Ep 98: “The Acolyte” have benefitted from being a little lighter? 52:16

2d ago52:16

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Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by spotlighting some of the “Star Wars” -related panels being presented at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. They then do a deep dive in on Lucasfilm’s latest limited series for Disney+ Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: How big (square foot-wise) is the San Diego Convention C…

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Episode 10 - End of July Bee Farm updates, hive-o-rama, and struggles with small hive beetle 39:21

1h ago39:21

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Welcome to Episode 10 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area. Around the Yard: Harvesting Honey: We’ll discuss the best practices for harvesting honey in Central Illinois, including timing and techniques to ensure a successful yield, and how much we've gotten so far. Beekeeping Tou…

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Dealing with Summer Heat in Japan & Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast 139

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we discuss dealing with Japan's hot and humid summer while you're at Tokyo Disneyland. You don't want heat stroke, dehydration, or sunburn to ruin your vacation. The post Dealing with Summer Heat in Japan & Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast 139 appeared first on TDR Explorer.By TDR Explorer

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Dealing with Summer Heat in Japan & Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast 139 55:44

22h ago55:44

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This is a rebroadcast of episode 139, originally released in July 2018. In episode 139 of the TDR Now Podcast, we discuss dealing with Japan's hot and humid summer while you're at Tokyo Disneyland. You don't want heat stroke, dehydration, or sunburn to ruin your vacation.By TDR Explorer

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Ep 447: What you really need to see at this year’s D23 Expo 56:13

4d ago56:13

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking about how “Inside Out 2” just became the highest-grossing animated feature of all time (barring Disney’s photo-realistic “Lion King” of 2019). They also take a look back at “The Rescuers” Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about; Which character was Phil Harris originally supposed …

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Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 489: How does WDW’s new “Country Bear” show stack up 1:08:58

2h ago1:08:58

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Len Testa starts this week’s show by revealing which attractions will be open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios during Extended Evening Hours at that theme park later this year. And then Jim Hill wraps up his history of Epcot’s “Maelstrom” attraction. In this episode, listeners will learn about: Why was the original version of “Country Bear Jamboree” t…

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Ep 446: When Cruella almost starred in Disney’s “The Rescuers” 54:28

8d ago54:28

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking up the “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” panel Drew will be hosting at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. They then talk about which animated film franchise is currently the top earner Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: How many people have been to every single Comic-Con since th…

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101: The Macross Movie 40th Anniversary Party with Renato Rivera! 41:16

1h ago41:16

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In this episode of the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Patrick Macias (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) welcome guest Rent…

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Our Husbando & Waifu Tier List! - Mint & Matara Podcast Episode 15 1:56:38

14h ago1:56:38

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In this episode Mint and Matara rank popular waifus and husbandos! There maaay be some controversial opinions here... and maybe a lot of bias towards cute girls. New episodes every Monday NOON PST - 3PM EST -7PM UTC Coming to Podcast platforms SOON tm (hopefully soon! ; - ; ) Use the Hashtag#MintaraMondays on twitter to discuss the podcast…

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Our Steam Summer Sale Haul! - Mint & Matara Podcast Episode 14 1:30:06

14h ago1:30:06

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In this episode Mint and Matara go through the steam sale and blow all their money on games!!! Or not... or maybe? What hidden gems do they find and what are your game recommendations based on what they like? New episodes every Monday NOON PST - 3PM EST -7PM UTC Coming to Podcast platforms SOON tm (hopefully soon! ; - ; ) Use the Hashtag#MintaraMon…

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We Went to Anime Expo 2024! - Mint & Matara Podcast Episode 16 1:25:32

14h ago1:25:32

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In this episode Mint and Matara talk about all their adventures from Anime Expo! What sorts of shenanigans and stories did they get into while there? Mint had a concert! Matara... flirted with old men? Let's discuss! New episodes every Monday NOON PST - 3PM EST -7PM UTC Coming to Podcast platforms SOON tm (hopefully soon! ; - ; ) Use the Hashtag#Mi…

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Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay Hotel Near Tokyo Disney | 315 1:04:21

2h ago1:04:21

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Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay is the newest affordable hotel near Tokyo Disney Resort, but is it worth staying at? Trish recently stayed there and is here to share her experience. We'll help you decide if this hotel is an excellent alternative to a Disney Hotel!By TDR Explorer

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Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay Hotel Near Tokyo Disney | 315

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Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay is the newest affordable hotel near Tokyo Disney Resort, but is it worth staying at? Trish recently stayed there and is here to share her experience. We'll help you decide if this hotel is an excellent alternative to a Disney Hotel! The post Hoshino Resorts 1955 Tokyo Bay Hotel Near Tokyo Disney | 315 appeared first o…

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Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 488: Disney Cruise Line coming to Japan 1:02:17

19h ago1:02:17

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Len Testa & Jim Hill welcome Disney author & historian Foxx Nolte. Who gives them a preview of his latest book, “Scoundrels, Villains, & Knaves: Disneyland, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Popular Culture” Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: What are the differences between the VIP tours offered at WDW versus those made available to …

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Fandom Post Radio Episode 145: Trauma Bonding Expo 2:19:53

5h ago2:19:53

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Anime Expo 2024 happened, and Kestrel was there kicking ass and taking names, and by taking names I mean getting autographs. We go over all of the news we cared to share from AX. Cain ponders why anime is invading baseball. Kate is just trying not to melt or melt down over a Rayearth remake. Summertime, everybody! We also cover the rest of the end …

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100: Live from Shakey's! The History of Pizza in Japan! 34:11

23h ago34:11

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For the landmark 100th episode of the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Patrick Macias (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) throw a buc…

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Ep 445: The “Nightmare” that led to “Toy Story” 52:17

3d ago52:17

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking up the two books that Josh Gad will be bringing to the marketplace in the next six months. They then take a look at how “Inside Out 2” & “Despicable Me 4” have been doing at the box office Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: How many episodes for “Mel Brooks’ Spacebal…

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Episode 9 - Honey Harvest, Flow Hives, Grafting Queens, Beekeeping Tours and More 56:59

3d ago56:59

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Welcome to Episode 9 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area. Around the Yard: Harvesting Honey: We’ll discuss the best practices for harvesting honey in Central Illinois, including timing and techniques to ensure a successful yield, and how much we've gotten so far. Flow Hives: An …

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What’s New for Summer 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 314 1:13:51

18d ago1:13:51

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Summer is back at Universal Studios Japan for 2024, and there’s lots to enjoy. From the water-version of the No Limit Parade with new Pokemon and Mario characters! New food options include a whole plant-based menu in Jurassic Park.By TDR Explorer

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What’s New for Summer 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 314

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Summer is back at Universal Studios Japan for 2024, and there’s lots to enjoy. From the water-version of the No Limit Parade with new Pokemon and Mario characters! New food options include a whole plant-based menu in Jurassic Park. The post What’s New for Summer 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 314 appeared first on TDR Explorer.…

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I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey Ep 10: How the Disney Store got its start 1:10:39

4d ago1:10:39

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Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by checking out some of the bragging rights merch Disney has made available for its recently opened “Splash Mountain” redo. They also take a look back at when the Mouse had a store in virtually every mall in America Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: How did The Walt Disney Company d…

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We're Sick in Japan, Answering your Questions! - Mint & Matara Podcast Episode 12 1:30:23

9d ago1:30:23

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In this episode, Mint and Matara are still quarantining in their hotel room in Japan :( New episodes every Monday NOON PST - 3PM EST -7PM UTC Coming to Podcast platforms SOON tm (hopefully soon! ; - ; ) Use the Hashtag #MintaraMondays on twitter to discuss the podcast

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JINZOU FAIYA! We Talk About Idols! - Mint & Matara Podcast Episode 13 1:39:42

11d ago1:39:42

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In this episode, after having gone to an idol live together, Mint and Matara deep dive a little into the world of Japanese idols. Mint being a super fan and Matara not knowing anything at all, compare Kpop, Jpop, and western live show cultures~! New episodes every Monday NOON PST - 3PM EST -7PM UTC Coming to Podcast platforms SOON tm (hopefully soo…

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Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 487: A look at LEGO’s lengthy relationship with Disney Parks & Experiences 59:09

20d ago59:09

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Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing the different “lands” that Guests can explore once they board the Disney Adventure (which begins sailing out of Singapore in 2025). They also share a survey from Universal Orlando about this Resort’s version of the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about…

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99: The Japanese Toys That Made Me! MATT ALT Edition 39:25

8d ago39:25

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In this episode of the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Patrick Macias (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) begin a two part series on The…

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Ep 444: How “The Circle of Life” became the “Lion King” anthem 48:04

25d ago48:04

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the animated feature that just blew past a billion dollars at the worldwide box office. They also take a look at how Universal Pictures’ promoted “Despicable Me 4” in Las Vegas Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about; How tall is the High Roller Ferris wheel (which …

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Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 486: How Lightning Lane Multi Pass is supposed to work 53:14

27d ago53:14

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Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing WDW’s Genie+ replacement. They then walk through exactly what happened backstage at Disneyland prior to the launch of that Park’s “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:  How far in advance will on-site Guests be able to book Multi…

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Pink Monorail Manufacturing the Magic Ep 5: The White City – Part One 28:11

15d ago28:11

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In the latest installment of this continuing series, Noe & Shelly Valladolid look at the Columbian Exposition of 1893. Which many have called the most influential World’s Fair of all time. Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: How Chicago won out over New York, Washington DC & St. Louis when it came to the opportunity to be t…

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98: Tokyo's Insane Election, 50 Years of 7-11, No More Street Drinking in Shibuya! 45:39

15d ago45:39

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In this episode of the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Patrick Macias (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) eat deep dish pizza and try to wra…

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 97: “Star Wars: New Jedi Order” seeks to mix old & new 55:56

30d ago55:56

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Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing Daisy Ridley’s recent visit to the Happiest Place on Earth. They also discuss “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” Lucasfilm’s new limited series for Disney+ In this episode, listeners will learn about: How much was James Earl Jones paid to voice Darth Vader on “A New Hope” What happened at Disneyl…

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