Best Yuriko Podcasts (2024)

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Tokyo Gubernatorial Election from the Eyes of Tokyo Native- Part 1: Yuriko Koike Analysis 18:59

2d ago18:59

18:59

In this special series, we delve into the Tokyo Gubernatorial Election, which officially began on June 20, with election day on July 7. With a record-breaking 56 candidates in the running, this election is one of the most competitive and intriguing in Tokyo's history. In this episode, we will focus on Yuriko Koike, running for her 3rd term. This wi…

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Tokyo Gubernatorial Election From the Eyes of Tokyo Native- Part 2: Renho 13:46

3h ago13:46

13:46

In this episode, we delve into the political journey of Renho, a formidable opposition figure challenging Japan's ruling LDP. Renho is considered a leading contender against Yuriko Koike, the incumbent Tokyo governor seeking her third term. Join us as we explore Renho's political career, her platform for Tokyo's governorship, and the unique challen…

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Breaking Gender and Age Barriers in the Workplace 35:00

2d ago35:00

35:00

Ageism, the discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their age, remains a pervasive issue in today's workplaces. Recent studies reveal that nearly 65% of workers have experienced age-based discrimination at some point in their careers. In today’s episode Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, a thought leader in gender and generational balance and …

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"NieR: Automata" Second Season Set to Premiere in July! - A Peek Into Japanese Anime 9:50

10d ago9:50

9:50

Welcome to today's podcast episode, where we're diving into the diverse world of Japanese anime and giving you a sneak peek into the highly anticipated second season of "NieR Automata," the RPG video game-based anime set to premiere this July 2024! We'll start by exploring the various types of Japanese anime to give you a better understanding of th…

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Authenticity in Business and Dealing with Imposter Syndrome with Sophie Mathur 37:08

16d ago37:08

37:08

Authenticity isn't just a buzzword—it's the cornerstone of building meaningful professional relationships, nurturing a strong brand reputation, and ultimately achieving lasting success. In a world where polished LinkedIn profiles and perfectly curated Instagram feeds can sometimes overshadow genuine connections, join us in this episode to discover …

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Celebrating World Environment Day- Introducing KAMIKATSU, a Zero Waste Town in Tokushima, Japan 16:01

18d ago16:01

16:01

Welcome to JAPAN EDGE, where we delve into the unique aspects of Japan's culture, innovation, and scenic beauty. Today, we’re exploring the inspiring journey of Kamikatsu, a small town in Tokushima Prefecture that has become a pioneer in zero-waste initiatives. We’ll discuss the town's history, their impressive recycling efforts, and introduce you …

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NHK 2024 Taiga Drama: "Dear Shining Prince"- A Year-Long Tale of Murasaki Shikibu and Her "Soul Mate" 20:59

24d ago20:59

20:59

In this episode, we’re focusing on NHK’s legendary historical drama series, The Taiga Dramas. Taiga started in 1963, and this year marks its 63rd drama, titled "Hikaru Kimi-e", or "Dear Shining Prince". It is about the author of the timeless literary masterpiece, "The Tale of Genji", Murasaki Shikibu, and her relationship with Fujiwara no Michinaga…

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JAPANESE WOMEN'S LONG-LASTING LOVE FOR AFTERNOON TEA 13:30

1M ago13:30

13:30

Afternoon tea, originally a British tradition, has found a unique and enduring place in Japan. While trends in Japan often come and go within two years, afternoon tea has captivated the hearts of Japanese women and shows no signs of fading. In today's episode, we'll explore the history of afternoon tea in Japan, how it began, the reasons for their …

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The Final Years of the Edo Period - The Spirit of Bushido at its Pinnacle 13:30

1M ago13:30

13:30

This episode focuses on the riveting history of the Edo Period's conclusion, full of tumultuous events that shaped Japan's transition to the Meiji era. Discover how internal strife and external pressures led to the downfall of centuries-old governance. Explore the clash between traditionalists and modernizers, the valiant efforts of factions like t…

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Navigating the Intersection of Finance and Diversity: Insights from Luxembourg's Minister of Finance 29:10

2M ago29:10

29:10

In this episode, we're privileged to sit down with Mr. Gilles Roth, the Minister of Finance in Luxembourg. With a wealth of experience in both finance and politics, Mr. Roth offers unique insights into Luxembourg's pivotal role in global finance and its commitment to sustainable and inclusive financial practices. Join us as we explore Luxembourg's …

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"Children's Day" or "Boy's Day"? - The Ideals Set for Boys and Girls 7:41

2M ago7:41

7:41

Today, we delve into a cultural phenomenon that's deeply rooted in Japan's traditions and customs: Children's Day, celebrated on May 5th. Historically, this day has been synonymous with honoring boys' well-being, a tradition dating back centuries. Meanwhile, girls have their special day on March 3rd, known as Hinamatsuri. As we explore the origins …

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Cultural History of Demons – Going Deeper into the World of “Demon Slayer” 12:29

2M ago12:29

12:29

The highly anticipated new season of "Demon Slayer" is just around the corner, set to premiere globally on May 12th! So, I figured this would be the perfect timing to delve into the cultural history of demons in Japan. What were the roots of the demons in Japan? What role did these supernatural beings play in the Japanese culture? What were their i…

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Tokyo's Ever-Evolving Real Estate Landscape: Developers and Their Latest Projects 20:37

2M ago20:37

20:37

This podcast explores Tokyo's real estate development scene, diving into the competitive landscape and spotlighting key developers along with their rich histories and characteristics. We'll also delve into how these developers have left their mark on the city of Tokyo and discuss some of the latest new projects and those underway! Today's opening &…

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JAPAN Is Shrinking AND Aging!! 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

In this episode, we delve into Japan's demographic crisis, where a declining birthrate and aging population pose significant challenges. We explore the government's latest attempt to address this issue with a new bill. We will also examine the population disparities across Japan, focusing on the concentration of residents in Tokyo and neighboring p…

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Story of the First Japanese Female Judge, Now Airing on NHK- "The Tiger and Her Wings" 20:01

2M ago20:01

20:01

In today's episode, we shine a spotlight on the evolving dynamics of gender in Japan, drawing inspiration from NHK's latest morning serial drama, 'The Tiger and Her Wings'. Based on the remarkable true story of Yoshiko Mibuchi, Japan's pioneering female chief justice, this six-month drama offers a poignant reflection on the challenges and triumphs …

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FX/Hulu Series “Shogun” from the eyes of historical-drama loving Japanese - combination of truths turned into fascinating fiction 14:57

3M ago14:57

14:57

Are you following FX/Hulu TV Series "Shogun"? You'd better, because it is just amazing! Trust me, since it's coming from a native Japanese who's loved historical dramas all her life! Shogun is a blend of fact and fiction while staying true to the essence of history. The story is built in such a unique way that it resonates with the truth of the era…

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Do Japanese need guidelines? - Trends, Norms and their Implications 16:01

3M ago16:01

16:01

Do Japanese need protocols and guidelines to live? Strong sense of belonging and conformity is notable in Japan and is reflected in various aspects of our culture and behaviors. In this episode, I will explore how trends and norms are created by the mass and how they impact the society on a deeper level. I hope this discussion would offer fresh ins…

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The Power and Importance of Financial Literacy with Danielle DiMartino 33:18

3M ago33:18

33:18

In this episode, Danielle Di Martino, CEO and chief strategist at QI Research, delves into the critical importance of financial literacy and inclusion. Drawing from her own journey, Danielle highlights the underrepresentation of women in finance and stresses the necessity of empowering them through financial education. Topics covered in this episod…

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IS JAPAN DIVERSE? ABSOLUTELY! 23:45

4M ago23:45

23:45

Can you guess which part of Japan is the most popular amongst Japanese? How different are Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto from each other? Find out how various regions of Japan have their own culture, practices, and habits. Get ready for an immersive journey into the heart of Japan's diverse landscape!" Op & ed songbite for this episode: "The Brave" by Yoa…

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SAKURA SPRING - The Symbol of New Beginning 9:37

4M ago9:37

9:37

Explore Japan's cherished cherry blossom culture and how the season of spring moves the heart of Japanese! Op & ed song for this episode: "SAKURA" by Ketsumeishi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yegBF2yoTDoBy The Edge, Inc.

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Unlocking the Power of Storytelling and Fostering Inclusive Company Culture 36:51

4M ago36:51

36:51

At the heart of every organization lies the human element—their values, aspirations, and stories. It is in embracing and nurturing this humanity that true leadership and organizational excellence emerge. In this episode of KnowThyBrand, Pascal Viscor, an entrepreneur, storyteller, and strategist, shares his insights into the significance of purpose…

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Embracing Responsible Consumption: A Path Towards Sustainability 45:05

4M ago45:05

45:05

Ever wondered how many business cards you've handed out recently? For most, it's a fleeting exchange, a mere formality in the whirlwind of networking. But for Martine Bosch, founder of Ecofluent, each business card is a statement—an embodiment of sustainability, innovation, and the power of conscious consumption. In a world where disposable culture…

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Breaking Barriers: A Conversation on Gender Inclusion in Politics and Business 33:09

5M ago33:09

33:09

“From a very young age, girls are often taught to diminish our skills. You don't want to take too much credit, and you don't want to be too assertive, but at the same time, you have to be confident. But you can't be self promoting. So, don't promote yourself too much, but at the same time, be assertive and have leadership traits.” These are the wor…

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Pioneering Steps Towards Gender Equality and Inclusivity with Yuriko Backes, Luxembourg Minister for Gender Equality and Diversity 32:03

5M ago32:03

32:03

In a recent podcast episode, I had the honor to sit down with the former Minister of Finance and current Minister of Defence, Minister for Mobility and Public Works and Minister for Gender Equality and Diversity in Luxembourg, Yuriko Backes. We started our conversation by discussing a transformative initiative that marked a significant milestone in…

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Transforming Gender Relationships: The Path to Equity and Reconciliation 31:20

8M ago31:20

31:20

Amidst the prevailing gender disparities in today's society, one might wonder if reconciliation between the genders is even possible. Enter William Keepin and Cynthia Brix, the authors of the book "Gender Equity and Reconciliation." Their interesting work offers a different perspective on fostering harmony and understanding between men and women, p…

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Mantra Media: Inspiring Ethical Marketing and Purpose-Driven Success 42:50

8M ago42:50

42:50

In an era where businesses often prioritise profit above all else, Johnny Pawlik, the driving force behind Mantra Media, emerges as a beacon of hope for those seeking a more ethical approach to marketing and entrepreneurship. With a compelling story and a philosophy that transcends the ordinary, Johnny embodies a commitment to ethical values in bus…

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Engaging Men in the Pursuit of Gender Equality 45:14

9M ago45:14

45:14

In an era where gender equality is a pressing global concern, Daniele stands at the forefront of challenging traditional norms and advocating for change. Daniele Fiandaca, the visionary founder of Token Man Consulting, is an expert in the field of inclusion and diversity. His insights on the pivotal role of men in the gender equality movement, as w…

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Uniting Art and Sustainability: Meet Patricia Luchetta and Her Non-Profit, Charlotte in Red 32:15

9M ago32:15

32:15

In the world of art, where creativity knows no bounds, lies a visionary with a passion for positive change. Patrizia Luchetta, an Italian name with an unwavering determination, is the driving force behind an inspiring non-profit organization called Charlotte in Red. This remarkable initiative aims to address gender inequality in the art world while…

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Personal Branding - how your pictures tell your story 36:07

10M ago36:07

36:07

Today, we have a special treat for you as we dive into the world of personal branding from a different angle with the incredible Sandy Grisby, a multi-talented photographer, and personal branding expert. In our efforts to develop our personal brand, we must acknowledge that we live in a world where image and perception matter. And like with work on…

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Riding the Rainbow: Building Connections, Spreading Joy, and Creating a Better World through Donations 37:30

11M ago37:30

37:30

In a world often filled with negativity, there are individuals and organizations working tirelessly to make a difference and create a better, more inclusive world. In our latest podcast episode, we had the honor of meeting Emanuele Santi, the visionary founder of "Riding the Rainbow," and Lena Shevchenko, a Ukrainian mother living in Luxembourg, wh…

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From Yoga Teacher to Mother Trucker Yoga: A Journey of Purpose and Success 35:35

12M ago35:35

35:35

In this podcast conversation, we had the pleasure of chatting with Hope, a remarkable woman who took a leap of faith and transformed her career from being a traditional yoga teacher to establishing her very own successful business called "Mother Trucker Yoga”. We dug deep into her journey, exploring the challenges she faced and the incredible decis…

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Emigrant spouses and the loss of female talent 35:30

1y ago35:30

35:30

In this episode, we talk with Maria Elo, an associate professor at the University of Southern Denmark and an immigration fellow at the Institute of Migration. Drawing from her academic expertise and personal experiences, Maria sheds light on the challenges encountered by spousal migrants and provides insights into this crucial topic. With a particu…

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Time to talk about Iran and what is happening after the death of Mahsa Amini 34:43

1y ago34:43

34:43

This episode is dedicated to Iran and the people who are protesting after the killing of Mahsa Amini. While most news outlets have long stopped covering what is happening in Iran after the initial wave of protests started in September, the reality is that people in Iran are still challenging the Government. In this episode, we talk with Nahid Moham…

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Positive Leadership in Practice 53:46

1y ago53:46

53:46

In this episode, we talk with Cornelia Lucey, a Leadership psychologist and business owner. Cornelia shares with us what ‘Positive Leadership’ is and how it integrates what we know from the leadership field in what creates the most effective leaders, with what we know from the science of positive psychology to offer us an integrated model of leader…

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The little story of a little girl with a very big heart: raising money for Africa 11:05

1y ago11:05

11:05

In this episode, we have a very special guest: Neve Swart, an 8 years old girl who, despite her young age, is already raising money for children in Africa. Neve is from South Africa and has been living in Luxembourg since January 2021. Recently, she realised that she had a skill and a passion for doing nails and other beauty treatments and started …

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War, Women, and Tech 38:16

1+ y ago38:16

38:16

In this very special and moving episode, we speak with 3 women from Ukraine: Iryna Volnytska, Nataly Veremeeva, and Valeriia Kotsur. Iryna and Nataly live and work in a country at war and share with us how this has changed their life but also how this war is affecting men and women differently and how Ukraine is, despite it all, still pushing its T…

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Change starts with bravery 30:32

1+ y ago30:32

30:32

In this episode, we talk with Kate Monserrate, co-founder and director of Simplify Consulting. Kate, together with her business partner Carl and their team decided to invest substantial resources, in terms of financial, personnel, and time resources, to create a seriously impressive whitepaper on a topic that could make us wonder: gender equality. …

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Unlocking the magic in every woman 34:39

1+ y ago34:39

34:39

In this episode we talk with Mari Vasan, CEO, Entrepreneur, Professional Hypnotist, Women´s Transformational Life Coach, and Founder of MindGift.org. But that's not all! Mary is a former Wall Street senior executive and Managing Director of US Equity Research who by her full will decided to walk away from a career that, in her own words, defined he…

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Personal branding - what it is, why it matters and how to develop it. 31:15

1+ y ago31:15

31:15

"You too are a brand. Whether you know it or not. Whether you like it or not". Mark eckō, founder and chief creative officer of marc eckō enterprises In this episode, we discover what personal branding is, and what it is not. Why you should care about it and how you can develop a strong personal brand to support your career. The main takeaways are:…

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A Judgement-Free Guide to Diversity and Inclusion for Straight White Men 48:04

1+ y ago48:04

48:04

In this episode, we host an old friend of our podcast, Felicity Hassan. Not only Felicity is the found of The Find, a recruitment agency the focus on diverse recruiting, but she is also the co-author with Suki Sandhu of an incredibly inspiring book called 'How To Get Your Act Together: A Judgement-Free Guide to Diversity and Inclusion for Straight …

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The big jump: for the corporate world to entrepreneurship 37:13

1+ y ago37:13

37:13

Today, Amy Anthony runs her private practice called NYC Aromatica and is the New York State representative for the Alliance of International Aromatherapists. But this has not been always her life. Amy used to have a corporate career and it was her love and knowledge of plants that became a bridge between her corporate past and her entrepreneurial f…

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Empowering women with H.E. Fleur Thomas, His Majesty's ambassador to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg 35:16

1+ y ago35:16

35:16

In this episode, we have the absolute honor and pleasure of hosting H.E. Fleur Thomas, His Majesty's ambassador to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Despite the very important (and long!) job title, H.E. Thomas candidly opens up about her professional experiences and how she has found herself in several mostly male-dominated jobs. With a very practica…

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Annette Allen: women in tech 35:04

1+ y ago35:04

35:04

In this episode, we talk with Annette Allen, Development Team Leader at WellData, an IT company based in the UK. Annette shares her journey to starting a career in IT, the challenges she has faced as well as the opportunities that working in IT brought to her. We discuss the societal pressure put on girls when they consider a career in STEM, how th…

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Lisa Burke: career, success and the challenges of motherhood 36:33

1+ y ago36:33

36:33

In this episode, we talk with Lisa Burke, the famous broadcaster, inspiring woman, and mum of 2 teenagers. During our conversation, Lisa tackles a very true, but often untold, part of the amazing journey of being a mother: the toll it can take on your career. We all wish that we can have it all, a family, kids, career, healthy diet, time for the gy…

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There is nothing micro about a Billion Women With Mary Ellen Iskederian 36:15

1+ y ago36:15

36:15

A fantastic episode packed with research, information, and insights about financial inclusion, why it matters, how it affects women, and what we can do about it. Our guest is Mary Ellen Iskenderian, the President and CEO of Women’s World Banking, a passionate advocate for women’s economic empowerment, and the author of the incredibly important book…

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The secret to recruiting for diversity 43:02

2y ago43:02

43:02

It is a well-known fact that a diverse workforce brings greater creativity, social justice, and financial returns. And yet, all too often effectively recruiting diverse candidates seems a challenge for most companies. Felicity Hassan, Board member, book author, and co-founder of The Find, shares with us how to effectively hire for diversity. Felici…

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Dr Ingrid Murra and her successful journey to secure venture capital funding 24:23

2y ago24:23

24:23

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Ingrid Murra. In her own words, Ingrid is a mission-driven entrepreneur and orthodontist passionate about democratizing access to confidence by way of smiles. Her business, TwoFront, helps individuals get the best care for their smiles while helping small practices grow. In a world where women founders only receive…

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DFP #25 - A Speculative Poetry Panel With Linda Addison, Angela Yuriko Smith, and Jamal Hodge 1:33:09

2y ago1:33:09

1:33:09

Hard to imagine what can be said to emphasize what an amazing panel of poets we managed to bring together in this special episode of The Dark Fusion Podcast. Join us and three modern masters of speculative poetry for a discussion on creativity, responsibility, technique, and motivation, among more than a handful of other topics. Soak up the knowled…

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A day in the life of a start-up dedicated to sustainability 31:32

2y ago31:32

31:32

What does it take to become an entrepreneur? What are the main challenges and why is it worth starting such a journey? Kasia Krzyzanowski is the founder of Neighbour Magazine, a magazine dedicated to sustainable living. From slow living to sustainability, from circular economy to regenerative practices, Neighbour Magazine brings to its readers the …

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Mirror thinking and fulfilling our potential 47:01

2y ago47:01

47:01

In this episode, we speak with Fiona Murden, psychologist, podcast host, and author of the book Mirror Thinking. Fiona explains to us how mirror thinking is not only the process of observational learning but also the key to social understanding and emotional intelligence. From there, we expand the conversation to a variety of complex yet critical t…

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