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Each week on “Kowabana: ‘True’ Japanese scary stories from around the internet,” horror author and translator Tara A. Devlin presents a selection of Japanese horror, creepypastas and urban legends translated from the deepest, darkest parts of the web. Creepy ghosts and vengeful onryo, cursed technology and haunted shrines. Discover horror like only Japan knows how to deliver. Brand new and exclusive stories translated each week. Find out more at http://www.kowabana.net/
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A podcast to the chilling realm of Japanese horror and scary stories. My name is Jumpei, and I will invite you to the mysterious world of Kaidan, exploring spine-tingling experiences that have haunted Japan... --- *Kaidan is a type of scary story that has been popular entertainment in Japan for centuries. You might imagine some kind of traditional ghost stories, Yokai and monster folklore, or maybe any temple-shrine-related thing. But Kaidan also consists of some supernatural tales, urban le ...
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A weekly roundup of the week's biggest — and smallest — national news, crime, politics and entertainment stories from Japan Today with a dash of opinionated commentary and a sprinkling of readers' comments. Ready for you every Friday evening (JST).
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THE Presentations Japan Series is powered by with great content from the accumulated wisdom of 100 plus years of Dale Carnegie Training. The show is hosted in Tokyo by Dr. Greg Story, President of Dale Carnegie Training Japan and is for those highly motivated students of presentations, who want to be the best in their business field.
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THE Leadership Japan Series is powered with great content from the accumulated wisdom of 100 plus years of Dale Carnegie Training. The Series is hosted in Tokyo by Dr. Greg Story, President of Dale Carnegie Training Japan and is for those highly motivated students of leadership, who want to the best in their business field.
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A bi-weekly podcast for anyone who thinks escaping modern life to live or travel in Japan's legendary snow country is a good idea. Expect stories about life in the snow, mountains and villages, skiing and snowboarding, national parks, buying old houses, fixing old houses, little white trucks, festivals, temples and shrines, artisans, breweries and distilleries, hot springs, food, travel, traditions and myths, old ways and new. Stories told by the people who live here.
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A weekly Asian & Pacific folklore podcast. Join Kamuela Kaneshiro as he shares tales of people, traditions, and gods from Pacific Island countries, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. These stories influenced films, Marvel and DC comic books, Disney movies, Netflix series, TV shows, and books. Episodes include a featured song, and Hawaiian word. www.LegendsFromThePacific.com
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This is not your run-of-the-mill "Cool Japan" podcast. I want to explore the side of Japan outside of sushi & sumo ; anime & video games. People from all walks of life living in Japan sharing their stories, their trials and tribulations and their successes. People who are hungry for making it and People who have made it. This podcast is about my conversations with them.
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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. Help us understand how the History Extra podcast fits into your life by taking part in our latest research. SURVEY LINK: https://immediateinsiders.com/uc/admin/a1cd/?a=1&b=4 Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories b ...
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Hi I'm JJWalsh, a Hiroshima, Japan based sustainable travel consultant, content creator, educator, writer & bespoke small group tour guide. Every Tuesday, I will be exploring great travel destinations in Japan I've had the pleasure of visiting or talking to insiders living and working in the area. It's a deeper, more interesting way to plan your next sustainable-travel adventure in Japan. This podcast is an extension of the Seeking Sustainability Live Talkshow-Podcast launched in 2020– inter ...
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This podcast is narration works of short stories from the books Hidemi Woods wrote. And her talking about them. Hidemi Woods was born and raised in Kyoto, Japan. A singer-songwriter and an author. Her stories and talking are about life in Japan, music, family, childhood, and embarrassing everyday-experiences.
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Legendary wrestler, manager, commentator, producer and booker ”Dirty” Dutch Mantell brings his definitive takes on the latest news in the professional wrestling business as well as the most entertaining stories from years gone by to the podcast airwaves. The Dirty Dutchman from Oil Trough, Texas has worked almost every single major promotion and wrestling territory in the United States over an illustrious 50 year career, including WWE, WWF, WCW, NWA, SMW, TNA, USWA, UWF, OVW, Impact, Georgia ...
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From hostile takeovers to C-suite intrigue, Behind the Money takes you inside the business and financial stories of the moment with reporting from Financial Times journalists around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A short (3-5 minute) English language news brief on events in and around Japan. Major news and less well-covered stories of interest to me, and hopefully to you, theTokyoBill covers business, culture, defense, entertainment and more, sourced from a variety of local media outlets.
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100 Ghostly Candles

Nathaniel Miller & Mitch Hammond

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Join Nathaniel and Mitch as they examine ghost stories, myths, legends, and creepy pasta from Japan, Korea, and the rest of Asia. Whether its Japanese yokai (monsters) or yurei (ghosts), or Korean gwishin (ghosts) or dokkaebi (ogres/goblins), they try to uncover the culprits behind each paranormal tale. With years of experience living, traveling, and studying in Japan and Korea, Nathaniel and Mitch bring a unique perspective to their hunt for answers to these spooky stories. If you love scar ...
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Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

Abe Lawson, Ben Tracy, Rich Kessell

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Learn English with Fun and Natural Conversations! We are English teachers from the U.S. and Canada, with years of experience teaching in Japan. In this podcast, we have natural, unscripted conversations and speak slowly to help you follow along. We also explain difficult words and expressions. Perfect for ESL learners from basic to advanced levels! Our original Australian co-host still joins us sometimes. Expect laughs, real-life stories, and talk about Japan, the U.S., Canada, and Australia ...
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Jandals in Japan

Jayne Nakata & Catherine O'Connell

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The best show about New Zealanders doing business in Japan, bringing The Land of the Long White Cloud to The Land of the Rising Sun How do you build a brand in Japan and nurture a loyal customer base? What do you need to have in your tool belt if you are thinking of coming to Japan to launch a business here? Japan is often considered to be in the "too hard" basket but we are here to open up the black box of doing business in Japan. We will share stories from successful Kiwis selling their pr ...
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In-depth conversations with today’s most interesting world travelers, location-independent entrepreneurs, and digital nomads. Matt Bowles travels the world full time to find the most fascinating people on the planet, draw out stories of their most epic adventures, and unpack the skills, tactics, and strategies they use to build their remote businesses and design their lifestyles. Ranked the #1 Digital Nomad Podcast by Web Work Travel and the Top 1% of all podcasts by Listen Notes, each episo ...
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🎤 Hosts of the hottest multi-national culture podcast in Okinawa! 🌟 Transforming how you experience the ins and outs from Japan. Join the movement! Available on All Podcast Platforms 🎧 #Okinawa #IslandVibes #TuneInNow #worldwide #almostfamous #hiphop #podcast #comedy #funny
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Featuring the lives, stories and careers from the global JET Programme alumni community. And usually, our stories begin with "This one time in Japan..." - our best, our silliest and our fondest. Share your story! Contact webmaster@jetaainternational.org
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Lawyer on Air

Catherine O'Connell

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Lawyer on Air - where I pour you a glass of wine at my favorite virtual wine bar in Tokyo while you listen to inspirational inside stories from my guests, as we relax and talk about what it’s like in life, and in the law, for women lawyers in Japan.
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Simply News has released a new show: ”Simply Politics, from China”. This podcast is a daily news show covering articles about U.S. politics that are written in Mandarin for Chinese audiences. The podcast is fully AI-generated, with a team of AI news agents working together to find stories, translate articles, and produce the show.
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Locations Unknown

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Welcome to Locations Unknown, a podcast that dives into the mysteries of America's wilderness. Join hosts Mike & Joe as they explore the stories of those who have vanished without a trace in some of the country's most remote and treacherous landscapes. In each episode, we uncover the details of these disappearances, examine the investigations that followed, and discuss theories about what might have happened. From national parks to remote deserts, our journey takes you to the heart of the un ...
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Tired but can't fall asleep? Here I do my best to find interesting stories from the public domain and read them to you until you fall asleep. The stories are mostly folktales from around the world. Best listened to during work, during commutes, when you are trying to fall asleep, or any time that you need a calm friend to read to you. Enjoy! All of my links can be found here~ https://linktr.ee/Sandmanstoriespresents
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History Impossible

Alexander von Sternberg

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History Impossible covers some of the less-known, strange, and supposedly impossible events, people, and ideologies throughout history that are all nonetheless true. The settings and time periods range from the Second World War to ancient Japan to medieval Europe, and many more. The show engages with difficult ideas and impossible decisions that were made by human beings like you or me, always to significant effect. It goes out of its way to grant agency to all of its subjects and does its b ...
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A podcast hosted by three sisters with a lifetime of stories and insights to share. From growing up in Japan to now living across three continents, we've gone through life's twists and turns. Join us as we dive into our cherished childhood memories, offer our unique perspectives on a wide range of topics, and recount our humble experiences living in different parts of the world. Despite long distances and scheduling conflicts that have kept us physically apart for years, we're here to give y ...
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The Ready Set Blow Podcast is brought to you each and every Wednesday by Randy Valerio. Randy is a LA-based comedian and podcaster originally hailing from Queens, New York. He tries to make sense of his life and the world around him every week on the podcast by sharing crazy ideas, news, stories, and his adventures with his guests and the listeners.
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Welcome to "Japanese America," where the Japanese American National Museum unveils captivating stories that add a Nikkei slant to the American narrative. In each episode, we explore the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of Japanese Americans, illuminating their rich contributions to the mosaic of American life. From historical milestones to contemporary perspectives, join us for an insightful journey through the curated collection of the Japanese American National Museum, showcasi ...
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🌟 Welcome to "By Kids For Kids Story Time," where young storytellers from around the world bring magic and wonder straight to your ears! 🌍✨ Immerse your kids in a world of enchantment with our weekly podcast featuring myths, folktales, fairy tales, and original stories. What sets us apart? Our performers are kids aged 3 to 13, each adding their unique flair and creativity to the mix! 👂 Perfect for kids aged 3 to 13, our podcast is not just entertainment; it's a gateway to a world where imagi ...
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Adventurer, Athlete, Investor & Entrepreneur Glen Younggregoris shares Inspiring conversations to help you improve daily while also learning from some of the most successful people in the world in a way you have never heard their stories before. Thanks For Tuning In!
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Simple English News Daily is a 7-minute podcast which tells today’s news in clear, simple, British English. Start your day by listening to 7 minutes of the most important stories from everywhere in the world. With SEND7, you can stay up-to-date with world news, and improve your English at the same time. SEND7 is aimed at intermediate and advanced English learners and teachers, and people with English as a second language, as well as native English speakers who want a fast, daily summary of w ...
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Private Parts Unknown (FKA Reality Bytes) is a Bourdain-style podcast exploring sex, love, relationships, gender, and seductive subcultures around the world. Join host Courtney Kocak and expert guests for hilarious, sex-positive conversations — destigmatizing everything from abortion to Ashley Madison, polyamory to PMDD, sex work to Shibari, and more. Travel series include Helsinki, Finland; Mexico City, Mexico; and Tokyo, Japan. Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of Pleasure Podcasts. ...
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Follow Josh, an immigration lawyer-turned-tech cofounder, as he builds his businesses in Canada and shares stories/takeaways from his journey. Every week you’ll get an update and key lesson to help you build (or start) your business!
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Harold II – best known as the defeated king who reportedly got an arrow through the eye at the Battle of Hastings – was part of the Godwin family. In this episode, Marc Morris reveals how the Godwins were the power behind the throne through much of the reign of Harold’s predecessor, King Edward the Confessor. He explains to David Musgrove why the f…
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I have, for many years, recommended Darryl Cooper’s hit podcast Martyr Made to the relative handful of people kind enough to listen to my own show and read my thoughts on various publications, including my own Substack. And not to fully bury the lede, I still do, though admittedly with a little more reservation than I might otherwise have only a mo…
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World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 3rd October 2024. Today: US on Iran attack. Canada Trudeau confidence. Chile new planet. Greenland Watson detained. Denmark explosion. Nigeria capsize. Zimbabwe currency. Kenya impeachment motion. Japan WWII bomb. Japan “Asian NATO”. Taiwan Typhoon Krathon. Thailand Moo Deng. With Juliet Martin SEND7 is supported b…
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Use code TLDRNEWS at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the Middle East sliding towards an all-out war. Also, we discuss JD Vance and Tim Walz taking part in the only Vice Presidential debate; and Russia claims to …
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Is change good or bad? When I was promoted or received a big bonus, I liked the change from my previous situation. When the big boss changed at the very top, the person who hired me got fired the negative ramifications ultimately cascaded down the line. Eventually I had to look for another job and I didn’t like that change much. Often organisations…
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The hilarious Matty Chymbor is back on the podcast this week. Matty and Randy open the show discussing balancing a job and trying to make it in comedy. They talk about responding to comments on social media. This leads to a conversation about political comedy and how misinformed most comics are. They touch on Randy’s current favorite topic - the Di…
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For the 177th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Tami Rose, the owner of Romantic Adventures, a sex toy store in Jackson, Mississippi. Tami discusses her journey from being a chaplain's assistant in the Navy to becoming a sex toy store owner and how she has navigated running a sex-related business in a conservative state…
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This episode covers the significant rally by the Chinese Democratic Party in front of the White House, marking China's 'National Mourning Day' and calling for U.S. sanctions against the CCP. We also celebrate former President Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday, reflecting on his humanitarian legacy and political struggles. Additionally, we discuss the c…
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After mounting a comeback, Netflix shares recently hit all-time highs. But its success is in stark contrast to the rest of Hollywood, which is struggling to adapt in an industry that is becoming more and more dominated by tech companies. The FT’s Los Angeles bureau chief Chris Grimes explains how Netflix came out on top and how its dominance could …
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When we think of American civil rights, we tend to focus on the mid 20th-century and the likes of Martin Luther King Jr and Rosa Parks, who fought for the rights of black people in an era of segregation. But, in his revelatory new book, Before the Movement, which has recently been shortlisted for the Cundill History Prize, Dylan Penningroth tells a…
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World news in 7 minutes. Wednesday 2nd October 2024. Today: Iran attacks Israel. Lebanon fighting. Thailand bus fire. Germany spy. Euro inflation down. Ukraine loses Vuhledar. Mexico Sheinbaum president. Argentina poverty. US Carter 100. Tunisia opposition prison. Dodo not as dead as a dodo. With Stephen Devincenzi SEND7 is supported by our amazing…
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The denizens of the upper floor, quiet, luxurious C-suites with expensive wall hangings and deep pile carpets, determine the changes the organisation needs to make to survive or to do even better. They expect everyone below to get behind their dispositions. Deep down in the engine room of the sales team, these changes are communicated by their boss…
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Salespeople turn up in Japan and expect things to be pretty much the same as where they have come from. After all, sales is sales right? Wrong. Japan, as usual, is quite different. If these newly arrived salespeople had received training on how to sell, then they are probably going to try a consultative sales approach. This is absolutely what they …
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Subscribe to Too Long now, and use code TOODAILY to get a discount off of every order: https://www.toolong.news Shigeru Ishiba: Who is Japan's New Prime Minister? https://youtu.be/MFog1Hk_9e8 Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Israel’s ground invasion of Southern Lebanon. Also, we discuss Hungary’s threat to …
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Libya's Eastern Parliament has approved a new Central Bank governor, signaling a potential full restoration of oil production and exports. As the country breaks its political deadlock, this development could reshape global oil markets and geopolitical stability. Additionally, we reflect on the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter as he celebrate…
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Japan’s Three Great Ghost Stories, featuring vengeful female spirits, have captivated audiences for centuries through various art forms, including ukiyo-e prints and modern horror films. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Ja…
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World news in 7 minutes. Tuesday 1st October 2024. Today: Israel enters Lebanon. Japan new PM, election. Austria results. US Helene damage. Ukraine hospital hit. Rutte NATO head. Colombia Coca-Pola. Gabon-Equatorial Guinea dispute. And Congolese basketball... With Stephen Devincenzi SEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you. Our supporte…
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Historian and biographer Susan Ware joins Elinor Evans to discuss the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her transformative role as First Lady of the United States during her husband Franklin Delano Roosevelt's presidency, to her advocacy for human rights amid personal tumult. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazin…
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Full Moon Jamie joins the podcast and we talk about going bald, crazy dogs, and chicken knees. Then we answer a question about pets, and FMJ tells us about when he had a pet monkey named "Gringo Bamboo" ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FULL MOON JAMIE Hats & T-Shirts on sale now!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBEteachertalk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠55freebird.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Abe's…
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The podcast remains on a break between seasons but as promised, here’s another shorter, edited version of one of the most popular episodes to date - Finding, Fixing & Furnishing a Home in the Snow Country with Gianpaolo Camplese. This was Episode 22 of the podcast, in which I speak with woodworker and musician Gianpaolo Camplese about living in the…
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Subscribe to Too Long now, and use code TOODAILY to get a discount off of every order: https://www.toolong.news Austria’s Election Explained: Another Far Right Victory in Europe https://youtu.be/lErPhWatYYU?si=PW6H7MJ5JrP6FCcR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Marine Le Pen is facing criminal charges. Al…
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Learn about Black history in Austin, human trafficking in high school sports, and how to become a better storyteller. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest tra…
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Today there are an estimated 450 million guns in civilian hands in the United States – ten times the number than at the end of the Second World War. But how did that conflict spark a weaponry boom? And what are the social and economic currents that have led the US to have more guns than people? Matt Elton speaks to Andrew C McKevitt, whose Cundill …
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World news in 7 minutes. Monday 30th September 2024. Today: Lebanon Hezbollah leader killed. Nepal landslides. South Africa shooting. Mali mining arrests. US SpaceX rescue. Brazil X fined. Austria elections. Belgium Catholic abuses. And Greece sea turtles. With Ben Mallett SEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you. Our supporters get acc…
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Hiroaki (Hans)Nagahara is the Head of Japan for Air New Zealand. We enjoyed this wonderful discussion about our favorite destinations in New Zealand, the evolution of Air New Zealand's services, and the cultural nuances of doing business in Japan. Hans shares personal anecdotes from his extensive career in the aviation industry. This engaging conve…
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It was a big affair. The entire Shinsei Bank retail staff were assembled for a series of updates from the Division Heads on what each Division was doing and where they were going. One of my erstwhile lifelong banker colleague Division Head gave his presentation. It was dull, monotone, low energy and not engaging in the least. Unfortunately for him,…
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Teamwork and creativity can lead to amazing solutions! When everyone comes together, sharing their unique talents and ideas, they can achieve things they never thought possible. Just like in this story, combining strengths can turn a dream into reality, showing that collaboration is key to success! 🌟✨ The Dragon Wagon 🐉🚀 The Glugging Gargoyle Taver…
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This week on Anime Pulse we got new manga recommendations, an end to an island of cats, and a middle aged man with a bird. Up first Joseph introduces a few new manga titles he has picked up, and Andrew wants to know who the best tanned characters in anime are. Then in the industry news a sad ending to one of Japan's cat islands, KyoAni announces a …
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In this episode, we explore how the dramatic demographic changes in the United States are reshaping its political landscape. Professor Mark Rozell discusses the implications of minority-driven population growth on future elections and policy-making. Additionally, we analyze the recent Politburo meeting in China, focusing on new real estate policies…
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First published in 1848, the The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels presents communism as a 'spectre' haunting Europe. During the century that followed, this revolutionary ideology swept the world and left an indelible mark on the geopolitical dynamics of the modern age. Historian Maurice J Casey talks to Danny Bird about the his…
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This week on VG Pulse, we have some spicy cases! We start off with sidenotes of seeing the new Beetlejuice and our thoughts about it, before diving into the regular news where we discuss the internet jarnalists continued hateboner for Palworld in the wake of Nintendo’s strange patent lawsuit, Playstations random event that no one knew about until i…
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The man himself Pablo Santos joins the podcast from Ottawa Ontario Live. Pablo was born and raised in Brazil until his late twenties when he moved to Canada. He is a 4 times National Champion, 4th degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, Breathing & Yoga instructor & the reason i fell in love with Jiu Jitsu & why i still train to this day. His approa…
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In this episode, we analyze the recent Politburo meeting's call for increased fiscal policy and government investment to stimulate China's economy. We discuss the implications of the early September economic conference, where the CCP acknowledged significant challenges, including declining industrial output and rising unemployment. Additionally, we…
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Sign up to Brilliant and you'll also get 20% off an annual premium subscription: https://brilliant.org/tldr/ Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we discuss the dramatic leadership election in Japan resulting in a new Prime Minister. Also, we run through Albania’s EU accession potentially speeding up; Argentina’s poverty rate…
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In this episode, we explore the Central Political Bureau's decision to stabilize China's real estate market, marking the start of a new regulatory cycle. We also discuss the upcoming election for the new president of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, a pivotal moment that could reshape the country's leadership amid pressing challenges. Additionally…
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Sept. 27, 2024 — In this episode, Jeff and Kong discuss the natural disasters plaguing the Noto Peninsula, airspace breaches of Japan by China and Russia, the latest political meeting between Prime Minister Kishida and President Joe Biden, the treatment of death-row inmates in Japan and the question of capital punishment plus an update on electric …
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