Best Radio Chateau Podcasts (2024)

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The Dilemmas of Daisy Dimple 18:47

12M ago18:47

18:47

A smile and a flower can change lives. Daisy Dimple can't smile enough. At age 10, she plants flowers everywhere she goes, even in parking lots and sidewalks. She loves their scent and the beauty they bring to the world. Her 13-year-old brother Billy is a bully who’s jealous of her daisies and magic “hypnotizing” dimple. He calls her “Crazy Daisy,”…

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Mandy Dandie's Pink Lemonade 19:29

1y ago19:29

19:29

With a little pink lemonade and a little musical magic, one special little girl can save her endangered neighborhood. Mandy Dandie refuses to let Sherwood Neighborhood—which is going downhill fast—be turned into a major freeway. People are unemployed and don’t talk to each other except to fight. Ruben Gruff offers to buy their backyards, and they’r…

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The Potter's House 12:01

1y ago12:01

12:01

Being a willing vessel in the hands of the Potter can bring never-ending miracles. As legend has it, anyone who is a pottery student of Sage Conrad, a renowned potter in Charleston, South Carolina, is sure to experience a miracle, not like a hokey, made-up one, but a deep, mystical encounter that caused the person to change from the inside out. She…

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Father Time 15:36

1+ y ago15:36

15:36

Everything is made beautiful in its time, even if the Hours tries to steal your minutes. Time flies! In an abandoned lighthouse on the coast of Great Point in Nantucket, Massachusetts, an elderly bearded man opens the windows to a bright morning. Over time, he has converted the tower and its nearby buildings into The O’Clock Shop, where he makes an…

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All Angels 31:06

1+ y ago31:06

31:06

One girl’s love, faith, and courage turn the tides of Heaven. Fourteen-year-old Joan Orleans is the wonder of the ages. In Medieval France, she has fallen madly in love with Michael, the youngest archangel. She loves to pray with him in the fields of France. Although she lives on Earth and he lives in Heaven, he visits her every day by traveling on…

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OUR CHATEAU WEDDING - Part 2 52:15

1+ y ago52:15

52:15

We're back for part TWO of our French wedding recap! We cover the reception-- dinner, our epic first dance, speeches, Joseph's songs, and the after party. We also talk top tips, lessons learned, and what we'd change if we could do it over again. SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail us: nobullsnailmail@gmail.…

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OUR CHATEAU WEDDING - Part 1 59:39

1+ y ago59:39

59:39

We're baaaacck (for now) with a new podcast to recap our WEDDING! We are already legally married, but we had our wedding ceremony/reception in France about a month ago. Part 1 includes the night before, the morning/day of, the ceremony, cocktail hour, and our first dance. Stay tuned for part 2 where we'll cover the rest! Including tips, lessons lea…

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Shiny Nose 20:21

1+ y ago20:21

20:21

When a little girl’s mother dies of cancer, a Christmas reindeer makes the world a brighter place. In 1939, when Robert May, a Montgomery Ward copywriter, decides to write a poem about a reindeer with a shiny nose, he hopes the world will become a brighter place. Many families could still feel the effects of the Great Depression. Instead of making …

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The Peaceable Kingdom 18:47

1+ y ago18:47

18:47

Unlikely friendships, personal courage, and loyalty can save the day and bring peace to a troubled Kingdom. Eight-year-old Shirley the Lamb doesn’t think she matters much to anyone. She doesn’t have a tail because a lion bit it off. Her family always makes fun of her, teasing her because she lacks the wooly waggler and looks incomplete to them. Whe…

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The Mary Nose Mysteries 19:14

1+ y ago19:14

19:14

A magic camera leads a young photographer into mysteries only she can solve using the unexpected images that develop on her pictures. Talented but gawky 14-year-old Mary Nose— also known as “Nosy Mary”—inherits her photojournalist grandmother’s magic camera and sets up a secret darkroom. Mary loves feeling special but is troubled by the extra peopl…

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10 questions to ask before marriage / A tough announcement 46:09

2y ago46:09

46:09

We're getting legally married today here in the UK! So for today's podcast, we're asking each other 10 important questions you should ask your partner before getting married. We also share an important decision we've made about the future of the podcast... we are truly so grateful for all of you who listen, even just for one episode. #AskJoanna: If…

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The Easter Episode: UK vs US vs France 42:28

2y ago42:28

42:28

It's almost Easter, aka a four-day weekend in the UK. Woo! We start the episode with a story about the UK's cost of living crisis, and then dive into the different ways Easter is celebrated across the UK, US, and Japan. This week's Frenglish term is 'promenade' -- you may be surprised by what other word it is related to. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any…

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Common mistakes French people (even fluent ones!) make in English 51:23

2y ago51:23

51:23

I'm starting French lessons this week, ahhh! Wish me bon chance. 😬 Our Slice of London Life story is about the opening of the tube's brand-new Elizabeth Line, as well as the 4-day work week trial happening across the UK. We then jump into the main topic, common mistakes made by French people-- even fluent English speakers, like Joseph. Plus, who wi…

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Woke culture & what makes London worth living in 42:07

2y ago42:07

42:07

We're in a bit of a cycle of wake up, work, sleep right now so we're excited to take a break from that and catch up with you all on the pod! Our Slice of London Life story is about a recent menu change that backfired on a certain Devon pub. We also discuss the background of 'emoji' as a Japanese word, rant about Netflix's 'Bad Vegan,' and dive into…

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Live from Lisbon: Would we move here? 46:20

2y ago46:20

46:20

We're recording from Lisbon, where we're on a workcation. We talk first impressions, culture shocks, general cultural observations, and whether we'd move here. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can also email me at annanwil…

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33 Life Lessons for 33 Years 43:53

2y ago43:53

43:53

Happy birthday to our beloved co-host, Joseph! For his 33rd birthday, he's giving us a bit of his wisdom-- 33 pieces of wisdom, to be exact. Well, actually it's 23 things he's learned + 10 things he'd like to do in the future. 😛 We also discuss Burger King's new all-vegan restaurant in London. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a …

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Joey (19 yo brother) visits LONDON! 56:45

2y ago56:45

56:45

Joey, Anna's 19-year-old brother, is in London for his spring break! We ask him about his thoughts on London and culture shocks he's experienced. He then quizzes us on UK & Japan train trivia. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. …

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Love is Blind US/Japan: Final Reactions 45:45

2y ago45:45

45:45

This week we open with our thoughts on the war in Ukraine, what it's like watching it from the UK, and its effect on the crypto market. We then follow up on our thoughts on Love Is Blind US and Japan -- how Joseph's predictions turned out, the breakups, and cultural differences. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, cul…

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Comparing Love Is Blind: US vs Japan 49:28

2y ago49:28

49:28

This week in London, there are no more masks on the tube as covid restrictions are totally lifted... Our main topic this episode is comparing Love Is Blind US and Japan, which have been top of mind since both are airing on Netflix simultaneously. We get into the communication, production, and cultural differences, as well as our overall thoughts on…

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Dairy vs non-dairy milk: nutritional comparison & best types 48:47

2y ago48:47

48:47

This week for our #sliceofLondonlife segment, we share a news story about a bar floor that collapsed in Hackney Wick. For our main topic, we talk about the nutritional differences between dairy and non-dairy milk. I also share the differences between each type of non-dairy milk (soy, almond, oat, coconut, etc) and which may be the best nutritionall…

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Oatly's 'part-time vegan' campaign: where they went wrong (and right) 45:29

2y ago45:29

45:29

Our Slice of London Life segment this week is about a new alternative milk that's hitting London's shelves. It's made from something you probably never thought you'd find in your milk....! We also chat about the latest Oatly scandal in which they encouraged part-time veganism & activism, which of course caused an uproar in the vegan community. I th…

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10 things that are acceptable in the US but horrifying in the UK 49:57

2y ago49:57

49:57

We begin with a 'Slice of London Life' segment about the closing of several Tesco-owned stores & counters due to the decreasing demand for meat & fish products. We then talk about 10 things that are perfectly acceptable in the U.S. but horrifying in the UK: Saying someone has a lot of spunk The name Randy Over the top customer service Anything just…

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Unforeseen Consequences of Moving to London 43:00

2+ y ago43:00

43:00

We introduce a new segment, Life in London Snapshot (the name is still a work in progress...) We talk about how the UK government is dealing with the incredible backlog of NHS dental appointments. Then, we chat about unforeseen or unexpected consequences of moving to London (from Tokyo). Some good, some bad. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions ab…

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Living costs in Tokyo vs London 51:07

2+ y ago51:07

51:07

I share my new daily obsession, and Joseph catches us up on how his new job is going. We then compare the living costs in Tokyo vs London across a number of categories: rent, groceries, energy, shopping, eating out, healthcare and more. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living…

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Pros & Cons of Dating Someone from Another Culture 51:29

2+ y ago51:29

51:29

We start with a little discussion on whether girls should ever be treated by men or if it should always be half and half. We then talk through the good & bad aspects of dating someone from another culture and/or race. Joseph gives a prediction regarding Below Deck. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet …

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The Great Veganuary Debate (between a vegan & non-vegan) 50:19

2+ y ago50:19

50:19

Happy 2022 and Veganuary! This week we're diving deep into the topic of Veganuary. We talk about what it is, why it may be problematic, how the 'French' way of eating may be better, why it's necessary, and what I like/dislike about the movement. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or abo…

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Our 22 goals for 2022 38:16

2+ y ago38:16

38:16

Hello from Paris! We chat about our Christmas in Paris and my eczema outbreak before going into our 2022 goals. We each share 11 goals/things we'd like to do in 2022. Joseph’s 11: Go on a weekend trip to Loire vineyard Go on a weekend trip to Madrid with Manley Go on a weekend trip with Margot and Hubert Set up our LISA investment strategy Decide o…

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How we did on our 2021 goals 46:20

2+ y ago46:20

46:20

Reflection day! We see how we did on the goals we set for 2021, plus share our highs & lows of the year. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can also email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY…

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Dating White Guys & Dating 'Up' 43:23

2+ y ago43:23

43:23

We're coming up on the holidays, and we'll be spending ours in France this year! We chat a bit about French Christmas customs before diving into the main topic: Asian women dating white men and what that means in society. Why is it that most of the time the woman is Asian, not the man? Do Asians do it to 'date up'? And where does that leave Asian g…

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1 year in London: How our perceptions have changed 49:30

2+ y ago49:30

49:30

We start with a restaurant rant, where I share my recent not-so-great experience at a restaurant here in London... Then we talk about our past year living in London! We talk about our initial culture shocks and impressions of the city and whether they've changed. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet re…

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Nice Cannes Marathon Recap 53:27

2+ y ago53:27

53:27

We got back from France just in time for Joseph to start his new job, woohoo! We talk about our impressions of Nice & Cannes and I recap my experience running the Nice Cannes/French Riviera Marathon: what I ate before/during/after, how I felt, the organization of the race, differences with other marathons I've run, how I performed, and more. #AskJo…

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We're all hypocrites / Why veganism is declining in Europe 35:03

2+ y ago35:03

35:03

Joseph found a job! And is filling his time with some very exciting financial endeavors. We talk about how meat-eaters who look down on beastiality may be hypocrites, how Danone is converting one of their dairy factories into an oat milk plant, and why veganism is declining in parts of Europe. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a …

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Switching careers / Job hunting tips 43:57

2+ y ago43:57

43:57

Joseph is in the middle of job hunting, and he's got insider tips! How to introduce yourself, hardest questions he's gotten, preparing for STAR style questions, and more. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can also email me …

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Work Culture in the UK vs Japan 46:52

2+ y ago46:52

46:52

Today we're doing a classic compare and contrast episode! How different (or alike) are the work cultures in the UK and Japan? We talk work hours, messiness, dress codes, and stigmas. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can al…

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Worst European Cities 56:42

2+ y ago56:42

56:42

Joseph and I are in the process of registering our intent to marry with the French government, and boy is it COMPLICATED when you have four countries (UK, Japan, US, France) involved! We share the trials and tribulations we have faced so far... We then explore a couple of topics under the Reddit thread r/AskEurope: the worst European cities and bea…

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Why The Bachelor/ette Fails & Ramen YouTuber Ban 44:04

2+ y ago44:04

44:04

I'm on week 8 of marathon training, and the mileage is REALLY ramping up. We catch up on how training is going, and then move on to The Bachelorette. Joseph watched the show for the first time last week! I ask him what he thought of the premiere and of the franchise in general. We then talk about Katie & Blake's recent breakup and why Bachelor/Bach…

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Squid game questions & defining 'cheating' 44:33

2+ y ago44:33

44:33

We went to an NFL game in London! We discuss the game, Urban Meyer, and what constitutes cheating. We then discuss SQUID GAME!! We had a BUNCH of questions after watching (e.g. Who are the pink men? How long were they on the island for? Why does he dye his hair red? Which game was our favorite?), so we sat down and talked them out. #AskJoanna: If Y…

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Love languages, Paris wedding, First looks 37:41

2+ y ago37:41

37:41

Can you guess what Joseph and my love languages are? We talk about how they differ, Joseph's wedding venue visits in Paris (we chose a place!), and our thoughts on first looks. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can also ema…

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Our week apart - Diaries from LA, London, & Paris 29:16

2+ y ago29:16

29:16

This week we have a very special episode, brought to you from Los Angeles, London, and Paris. I was in LA for a wedding while Joseph was in France with his family. We recorded little audio snippets every day to share with you all. This is also the longest time we've spent apart from each other in the 3 years that we've been together. 😱 Enjoy! P.S. …

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8% of children in the UK are vegan! Plus Princess Mako drama 35:13

2+ y ago35:13

35:13

We talk about future goals to buy a place, the Princess Mako drama and the Japanese imperial family, and a new report showing that 8% of children in the UK are vegan (!!!). #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can also email m…

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Common London Culture Shocks: Are they true for us? 42:06

2+ y ago42:06

42:06

We chat about the work style/culture in the UK vs Japan, and about the grind of having to prove yourself again and again in your professional career. We also discuss the new travel rules between Europe & the States, plus I got a new bike! We then dive into a Buzzfeed article about culture shocks felt by an American who moved to London, and whether …

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Wedding planning updates & the new McPlant burger 43:07

2+ y ago43:07

43:07

We've made some big changes to the wedding planning. 😯 We also talk about the new McDonald's McPlant Burger, the apparent regression of the vegan movement in Japan, and how social norms can rapidly change attitudes & beliefs. Plus, Joseph debuts his 'Joseph's Big Prediction' segment! #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race…

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Why the French don't get fat 45:04

2+ y ago45:04

45:04

On the agenda this week: Marathon training: I've started training for the French Riviera Marathon just 12 weeks away! The possibility of a female prime minister of Japan and what that entails. Why don't French people (women in particular) gain weight??! The reasons why French people seem to stay so thin. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about …

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Is it ok to say 'hey guys'? 40:44

2+ y ago40:44

40:44

We chat about why saying 'hey guys' is problematic, one of the most frustrating aspects of eating out as a vegan, our visit to the Museum of London, and our spontaneous bougie date. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can als…

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Coffee culture shock & reflecting on France 46:28

2+ y ago46:28

46:28

We're back in London, back to the grind. We reflect on our two weeks in France -- the realities of taking time off work, differences we've noticed in French vs. British people, how French 'heroes' are perceived differently abroad, and our thoughts on moving to France. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or di…

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Paris's Pee Problem 46:28

2+ y ago46:28

46:28

We're in PARIS! We talk about our last few days in the French countryside, adjusting to the city, how I got pooped on, the vegan scene in Paris, as well as the city's very apparent pee problem. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram.…

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Meeting Joseph's Family & Wedding Updates 47:08

2+ y ago47:08

47:08

We're LIVE from Aveyron, France! We are in France for a couple of weeks-- it's my first time meeting Joseph's family so we discuss the highs and lows of that, dealing with being vegan in a very meat-heavy household, and also give some updates on our wedding planning. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or die…

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Female breadwinners & my own experience of 'the twisties' 40:36

2+ y ago40:36

40:36

This week we're talking gender roles, who gets to be the breadwinner, and how Simone Biles' experience has validated my own gymnastics experience. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. You can also email me at annanwildman@gmail.co…

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Turning 28 in Norfolk 45:52

3y ago45:52

45:52

We spent my birthday weekend in Norfolk, an area in east England. We talk about the trip, our disastrous hike in Norfolk, what it means to be 28, and Simone Biles pulling out of the Olympics. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a DM on Instagram. Y…

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My Own 90 Day Fiancé 49:34

3y ago49:34

49:34

It's a mess over in Tokyo-- more Olympics controversy over composer Keigo Oyamada's bullying past, last-minute cancellation talks, sponsorships falling through... The UK isn't doing much better. 'Freedom Day' drew hundreds of people to the club, hundreds of thousands of people (including us) are getting 'pinged' by the NHS to self-isolate, and we m…

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