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The Team Check-inA Workplace Feedback Masterclass feat. Anna WildmanIn this "All Things Workplace Feedback!", episode of The Team Check-In, we were beyond excited to welcome Anna Wildman to the show. You might be familiar with Anna's work as the founder of The CEDAR feedback model! This episode covers everything from all the do's and don'ts of feedback in the workplace, why the feedback sandwich may not be as effective as you think, as well as how different power dynamics can affect how feedback is received. Anna is not only an expert on feedback in the workplace but is also exceptionally talented in sharing her breadth of knowledge...2024-12-1746 min
The OpenBlend PodcastEpisode 6: Conversations That Matter - Anna Wildman, Oil In The EngineWelcome back to our Conversations that Matter podcast series. Throughout this series, you'll hear the opinions and experiences of individuals who deeply believe in the power of conversation. Each episode will be unique, some stories are personal, some and professional, but all are incredibly insightful. We are thrilled to welcome our next guest, Anna Wildman, Director of Oil in the Engine. Oil in the Engine provides bespoke skill-building workshops and 1-2-1 coaching to help HR and learning development professionals around the world. Anna's career spans from 10 years in The Royal Navy, to becoming the Gl...2024-07-2323 min
Expert Interview Archives - Mind ToolsTalking About Performance - My Expert Interview With Anna Wildman
I can count on one hand the "performance conversations" I’ve had in my contractor career. And even then, I’m not sure they were very performance-focused. They were mostly short, awkward meetings, with no structure and little obvious point.
Yet performance conversations – whether one-off feedback sessions or regular reviews – can be incredibly powerful, leaving both manager and team member feeling positive and energized.
How Do You Discuss Performance?
Anna Wildman (pictured above) is an expert in performance conversations at work, but knows how uncomfortable they can be.
In her book, "Now You’...2022-06-2300 min
No BullLive from Lisbon: Would we move here?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 annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail us: nobullsnailmail@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Intro/outro music...2022-03-2546 minNo Bull33 Life Lessons for 33 Years 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 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! 2022-03-1843 minNo BullJoey (19 yo brother) visits LONDON!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. You can also email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Stitcher SOCIAL LINKS...2022-03-1156 minNo BullLove is Blind US/Japan: Final Reactions 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, 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...2022-03-0445 minNo BullComparing Love Is Blind: US vs JapanThis 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 the cast and the two seasons. We also talk about the use of the term 'cul de sac' in English and French. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race...2022-02-2549 minNo BullDairy vs non-dairy milk: nutritional comparison & best typesThis 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 nutritionally. #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...2022-02-1848 minNo BullOatly's 'part-time vegan' campaign: where they went wrong (and right)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 then share my reading hack on how to get inspo on your next read, and then we close out with a deep dive on the phrase 'au pair,' a phrase that exists in both French & English. 2022-02-1145 minNo Bull10 things that are acceptable in the US but horrifying in the UK 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 over an hour being a short trip Politicians mentioning religion Inverse peace sign Addressing strangers as sir Telling people to hold the train Eating sandwiches without butter on the bread ...2022-02-0449 minNo BullUnforeseen Consequences of Moving to London 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 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...2022-01-2843 minNo BullLiving costs in Tokyo vs London 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 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! SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me...2022-01-2151 minNo BullPros & Cons of Dating Someone from Another Culture 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 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! SOCIAL...2022-01-1451 minNo BullThe Great Veganuary Debate (between a vegan & non-vegan) 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 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 SOCIAL LINKS:2022-01-0750 minNo BullOur 22 goals for 2022 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 on where to buy an apartment (which city) Get a new fucking mattress Go on a holiday trip with cousins Get married Scuba dive, for christ’s sake Go...2021-12-3138 minNo BullHow we did on our 2021 goals 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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail us: nobullsnailmail@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/anna...2021-12-2446 minNo BullDating White Guys & Dating 'Up' 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 guys? #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...2021-12-1743 minNo Bull1 year in London: How our perceptions have changed 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 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! 2021-12-1049 min
No BullNice Cannes Marathon Recap 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. #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...2021-12-0353 minNo BullWe're all hypocrites / Why veganism is declining in Europe 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 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...2021-11-2635 minNo BullSwitching careers / Job hunting tips 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 at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail us: nobullsnailmail@gmail.com...2021-11-1943 minNo BullWork Culture in the UK vs Japan 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 also email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail us...2021-11-1246 minNo BullWorst European Cities 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 beauty standards across the UK, US, and Japan. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please...2021-11-0556 minNo BullWhy The Bachelor/ette Fails & Ramen YouTuber Ban 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/Bachelorette relationships tend not to work out. We also discuss Princess Mako's 'forbidden' marriage and finish with a story about a ramen restaurant in Japan that has...2021-10-2944 minNo BullSquid game questions & defining 'cheating' 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 YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me a...2021-10-2244 minNo BullLove languages, Paris wedding, First looks 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 email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEm...2021-10-1537 minNo BullOur week apart - Diaries from LA, London, & Paris 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. We would love to hear your feedback on the format this week. :) (negative or positive!) So please feel free to reach out via email or IG. Thanks!...2021-10-0829 minNo Bull8% of children in the UK are vegan! Plus Princess Mako drama 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 me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me...2021-10-0135 minNo BullCommon London Culture Shocks: Are they true for us? 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 or not they resonate with us. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living...2021-09-2442 minNo BullWedding planning updates & the new McPlant burger 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, 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 SOCIAL LINKS:2021-09-1743 minNo BullWhy the French don't get fat 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 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...2021-09-1045 minNo BullIs it ok to say 'hey guys'? 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 also email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me...2021-09-0340 minNo BullCoffee culture shock & reflecting on France 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 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 SOCIAL LINKS:2021-08-2746 min
No BullParis's Pee Problem 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. You can also email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at m...2021-08-2046 minNo BullMeeting Joseph's Family & Wedding Updates 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 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! 2021-08-1347 minNo BullFemale breadwinners & my own experience of 'the twisties' 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.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com...2021-08-0640 min
No BullTurning 28 in Norfolk 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. You can also email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmanna2021-07-3045 minNo BullMy Own 90 Day Fiancé 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 most likely will not be able to travel to the U.S. in August as we planned. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad...2021-07-2349 minNo BullChinese people-- I mean Japanese... More sports talk this week! We talk about our experience watching the Euro finals at the pub, the unfortunate behavior of the football fans, and the recent gaffe made by the IOC chief. We also talk about an *interesting* 🤔 advice column on the Guardian involving a woman complaining about her dull sex life. #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 nex...2021-07-1636 minNo BullControversy over French soccer stars mocking Japanese staff Happy July! We talk about how we celebrated the 4th of July in England, why COVID restrictions are easing amidst rising cases, and the recent controversy over the racist remarks made by French soccer stars Griezmann and Dembele. #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet a...2021-07-0954 minNo BullCondomgate, Matt Hancock This week on the podcast, we discuss: My new obsession with Euros Condomgate at the Tokyo Olympics Vaccine discounts at Japanese hotels The Matt Hancock scandal, and how to know who 'the one' is #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet a...2021-07-0252 minNo BullIs it wrong to call vegan meat "meat"? This week on the podcast: The dentist saga continues No shouting allowed at the Tokyo Olympics The rapid expansion of Japanese foodtech company Next Meats Our very first Newlyweds Game segment #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmanna2021-06-2543 minNo BullMeltdown at work, Imposter Syndrome It's been a week of firsts! First dentist experience in London, first vaccination, first migraine. We also talk about why rape in Sweden is so high, my meltdown at work, why saying things out loud is so important, and how imposter syndrome has affected my relationships. #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! Subscribe...2021-06-1845 minNo BullChris Harrison, Sexual Harassment in UK vs Japan, Rebel Personality Chris Harrison is no longer the host of the bachelor! What are the statistics for sexual violence and sexual harassment in the UK vs Japan? Is there any difference? Also, Joseph talks about how his rebel personality sometimes gets in the way of doing what's good for him. #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...2021-06-1140 min
No BullScantily clad British people & our weekend in WalesWe start the episode with a discussion about the different dress codes in the UK vs Japan, and how British people seem to be able to live more freely. We then go into our weekend in Wales - our thoughts on Cardiff, hiking the highest peak in south Wales, and our disappointing castle visit. #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 ep...2021-06-0443 minNo BullFood Memories, Workout Challenge, George FloydIt's been one year since George Floyd's death. We talk about what has changed in the past year, and what we think is to come. We then share an update on Joseph's 6:30 AM workout challenge (spoiler alert: it's not going well). We also take a trip down "food memory" lane, where we recall meals/food that signify different stages of our lives. #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...2021-05-2848 minNo BullAre protests meaningless? We start the episode by talking about our one-week challenge. In order to kick-start healthier habits for Joseph, we are waking up at 6:30 AM every day this week to work out. This leads into a discussion about purpose, and whether one's sense of purpose/passion changes over time. Given all the protests and demonstrations going on around the world for various issues, we also discuss the purpose of protests, and if they are worth engaging in. Joseph shares a French idiom about swollen ankles. #AskJoanna...2021-05-2143 minNo BullGetting birth control in the UK vs Japan // Things that only exist in the UK Spring is slooowly springing in the UK, finally! We start the episode by talking about sex education in Japan, and my different experiences getting the birth control pill in Japan vs the UK. We then dive into some of the things we didn't know about until moving here-- types of food, grammar rules, and everyday items. I'm curious, how many of these did you already know about? #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me...2021-05-1442 minNo BullLearning to speak Global English We open the podcast with a discussion about sharing on social media. How do you strike the balance between creating a connection with an audience and oversharing? We then dive into a discussion on global English, and the unexpected difficulties English speakers face when working with a global team. Joseph also shares his experiences as a French English speaker in the corporate world. #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...2021-05-0741 minNo BullPost-move loneliness / Why finding passion is toxic Trigger warning: This episode addresses some mental health/self-harm-related topics, so please feel free to skip this one entirely, or skip to 22:10 if you would rather not listen to these topics. I had quite an emotional weekend, involving some extreme loneliness and thoughts that I had never had before. We also talk about Joseph's quest to find his passion, and why it's related to social media toxicity. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or diet relationship, or about living abroad, please leave me...2021-04-3041 min
No BullOur 2-day Hike Across South England (Seven Sisters) We had an eventful weekend hiking from Brighton to Eastbourne. We debrief it all-- what trails we took, where we stayed, what we ate, what we learned, etc.! Joseph also shares his vaccination 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.com. We'll answer it on the next episode! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wi...2021-04-2347 minNo BullEczema & Self-Worth The pubs are open again in London! Joseph is learning about investing in crypto. There's one unexpected positive consequence of Brexit. And my eczema has gotten really bad, affecting my self-esteem. #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmai...2021-04-1644 minNo BullOur Latest Argument & What We Learned We ventured outside of London for the first time for Easter weekend! We talk about our Box Hill hike and debrief a groundbreaking fight we had recently. #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www...2021-04-0947 minNo BullReview of Seaspiracy, Lil Nas X Video Joseph blesses us with a *lovely* and very genuine Southern accent to start off the podcast. Then, we talk about Lil Nas X's controversial music video for his song, "Montero." We also give our thoughts on Seaspiracy, and why vegans should consider dating non-vegans. #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow...2021-04-0250 minNo BullAsian Hate in the US and BeyondToday we're talking about Asian hate and the recent shootings in the States. However, Anti-Chinese and Asian sentiment isn't only confined to the US-- it exists in the UK, Japan, and elsewhere. #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com You...2021-03-2649 minNo BullHow do you raise a kid when only one parent is vegan? We answer a listener question about raising kids when one parent is vegan and the other is not. We also discuss our experience living in NYC vs London. Plus, we debrief Joseph's 32nd birthday! #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 SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet a...2021-03-1952 minNo BullMeghan Markle, Wedding Update, Child Care It got HEATED on today's episode, talking about the Meghan & Harry interview. Is the royal family really racist, or are we not getting the full story? We also give a wedding update, share our thoughts on Behind Her Eyes, and discuss the new child care legislation! #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!2021-03-1251 minNo BullCancel Culture - When does it go too far? In light of all the Bachelor drama going on right now, Joseph and I dive deep into the concept of cancel culture-- what are the merits and demerits, and when does it go too far? What is going on with Taylor Nolan? Should Chris Harrison be forgiven? We also talk about our recent discussion about feeling disconnected from each other. #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...2021-03-0548 minNo BullOur Relationships with Food, Identity Crises, Finding Balance Joseph's life crisis continues... we start with some rumblings about finding happiness, then go into #AskJoanna: how to stay healthy in quarantine, finding balance, our relationships with food, and how being multi-cultural affects our identities. If YOU have any questions or problems that you'd like us to help you out with, please leave me a DM on Instagram, or email me at annanwildman@gmail.com. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/anna...2021-02-2655 minNo BullConflicts around Cultural Differences / Introducing "Ask Joanna" We're making some fun changes to the pod! This is our first episode featuring our new segment, "Ask Joanna," where we answer your advice questions around cross-cultural/cross-diet dating, as well as living abroad. Our first listener-submitted question today is about preventing resentment from brewing with our differing diets. We then talk about the arguments that have come up in our relationship due to our cultural differences. If YOU have any questions or problems that you'd like us to help you out with, please leave me a DM on...2021-02-1955 minNo BullFrench vs. American Childhoods Pt. 2: First Kisses, Dating, Prom We're continuing on with our discussion of French vs. American childhoods-- this time we talk about our first kisses, middle school "relationships", French prom, and family vacations. We also talk about the sexist remarks that Yoshiro Mori made last week, and what it will take for Japanese society to change. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain 2021-02-1251 minNo BullFrench vs. American Childhoods (Pt 1) Do you like the new intro?? Today we're talking about our upbringings! Joseph grew up in Paris, I in Tokyo and Maryland. We discuss and compare the French and American school systems, parenting styles, and diets. Part 2 will be next week! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain Show Notes: Kettle...2021-02-0556 minNo BullHow Moving to London Has Changed Our Relationship It's now been 2 months since moving to the UK, and it's affected our relationship in a few ways. Today we're sharing how the move has brought out some insecurities, a new dynamic between us, and changes to our lifestyle. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain Show Notes: THIS: https://this.co/ 2021-01-2949 minNo BullSwitching Careers & Working In The UK (An Update) Ah, the dreaded job hunt. It brings out all our worst insecurities and anxiety. I pretty much began my job hunting process from the moment we knew that we'd be moving to the UK, and it hasn't been easy. Today, we're discussing how my job hunt is going, switching careers toward digital marketing, and what I'm doing now to make money. And, Joseph discusses how he's settling into his new job and the challenges he's had to face. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on...2021-01-2258 minNo BullTesting Our Knowledge of British Slang In the midst of everything that's happening in the U.S., we decided to have a bit more of a lighthearted episode to bring a bit of levity to a very heavy week. We're testing Joseph's knowledge of Britishisms and slang words not commonly used in the States or elsewhere. We also touch on why I've been moody these days, the case for not unfollowing people on social media, and our favorite new British snack! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me...2021-01-1548 minNo BullOrthorexia and Fitness Culture 2021 is off to a great start, as the UK is in yet another lockdown! Woo! This week we're talking about a bit of a heavy topic-- orthorexia and how it relates to the online fitness community. I talk a bit about my own struggles with disordered eating, and how to know when your habits have gone from regular healthy eating to disordered eating. We also talk about the vegan label and why vegans are so strick about what they do and do not eat. MY...2021-01-0850 min
No BullCompromising As A Mixed-Diet Couple // Tokyo Vs. London Apartments HAPPY NEW YEAR! Bonne Année! Akemashite omedetou! New year, new episode! Today we start off by talking about compromise and dealing with situations as a mixed vegan/non-vegan couple. We then go into the "meat" of the episode, sharing both subtle and obvious differences between apartments (or flats) in Tokyo and London. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman 2021-01-0153 minNo Bull2020 Highs & Lows, 2021 Goals Merry Christmas from London! We were supposed to be in Paris, but of course COVID has butt in once again. Since this is our final episode in 2020, today we are sharing our highs and lows of the year, as well as our goals for 2021. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain Show Notes: ...2020-12-2552 min
No BullExpectations vs. Reality of London Life Before moving from Japan, we had certain expectations about living in London. Today, we share some of these expectations (like the weather, people, cost of living, food) and whether they reflect reality. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain ...2020-12-1847 minNo BullLondon Culture Shocks It's been over 1 week since moving to London, and there are definitely some stark differences to the lifestyle and behavior here. We talk about some culture shocks around the workplace, traffic, payment and more. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain ...2020-12-1141 min
No BullLive from LONDON! Our Engagement, Moving Out, London Life We are ENGAGED! We share stories about our proposal, what it's like to be engaged, how the hectic few days in Japan went, our flight to London, and our first few days of our new life in London. MY SOCIAL LINKS: Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ Intro/outro music by earthchain: soundcloud.com/earthchain 2020-12-0445 min
No BullOur Final Episode In Japan! What We'll Miss Most It's t-minus 4 days until we leave for London! So it's only right that we make it a special episode. We record in one of our favorite spots in the city, the Todoroki Ravine. We finish up the Q&A questions, share what we'll miss most about Tokyo, and what we are looking forward to in London. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a...2020-11-2735 min
No BullHow We Met, Future Family, Jealousy | Q&A with Joseph! It's time for our first Q&A together! But first, we talk about some COVID-related drama and how the moving preparations are going. We then jump into our Q&A and cover questions about how we met, how we plan to raise our kids, times where we get jealous, future plans together, and more! MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/t...2020-11-2048 minNo BullMoving Anxiety, Discovering Differences The moving stress and anxiety is really starting to build, and is even seeping into our relationship a little bit. This week we talk about our newly discovered differences, cyclical anxious energy, Craig's List issues, and we also recap The Queen's Gambit. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ Intro/outro music by eart...2020-11-1346 minNo BullMoving Update/Why the U.S. Electoral College System WorksWe are leaving Japan in less than a month! We share updates on how the moving process and my first week of not working is going. We also talk about our latest TV obsession, The Queen's Gambit on Netflix. And of course, the election. What it's like watching it go down from thousands of miles away, and our thoughts on the electoral college system (vs. popular vote). MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawild...2020-11-0643 min
No BullMt. Akadake Recap /Japanese Hiking CultureWe went hiking in snow for the first time ever! Last weekend we hiked Mt. Akadake, one of the highest peaks in Japan. We share our experience hiking through intense fog and winds, our first mountain hut experience, and Japanese hiking culture/etiquette. We also talk about my last week at work, what I'll be doing when I'm funemployed, and sacrificing in relationships. MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman ...2020-10-3040 minNo BullWhy Japan Isn't Making Babies, And Is That A Good Thing? We're going existential! This week we're talking about the declining birth rate in Japan and around the world-- what may be causing it and whether it's a good or bad thing to have less humans. Also, should we be exploring and inhabiting other planets, or should we stick to planet earth? What is the fate of the human species, and do we have any control over it? MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com2020-10-2339 minNo BullAmerican & French Perspective on "Emily in Paris" / BIG LIFE UPDATE!We just finished watching Emily in Paris, and we are dying to talk about it since we are from both sides -- France and the U.S. We talk about which stereotypes are true and which are totally false, the unrealistic aspects of the show, how beautiful Gabriel is, and also share the BIG NEWS we have been alluding to in the past few weeks. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.yo...2020-10-1658 minNo BullGaming for DummiesIt's Joseph's lucky week-- we're talking all things video games. Since I know next to nothing about the topic, I'm asking him all of my burning questions, like: What is the difference between computer and video games? Why is gaming more popular for males than females? How much money have you spent on games in your lifetime? How do you know what buttons to push and how to play? What do you wish non-gamers knew about gaming? And more! BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast 2020-10-0954 minNo BullJapanese Movie Theaters/Tenet Review/US Presidential Deba(cle)Joseph & I share our thoughts on the insane presidential debate between Trump and Biden and how US debates compare to French presidential debates. We also talk about our recent socially-distanced movie theater date to see Tenet-- the glorious Japanese movie theater experience, our thoughts on the movie, and how COVID has changed the world of dating. WARNING: There are spoilers! They start around 28:06. Please skip to 35:07 if you don't want to hear any spoilers. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LI...2020-10-0244 min
No Bull5 Days in Yakushima (Princess Mononoke Island)We just got back from a 5-day vacation in Yakushima, a remote island in southern Japan's Kagoshima prefecture. We talk about our hikes, scuba dives, what we ate, our hellish journey back to Tokyo, and how this trip ranks amongst all the ones we've gone on together. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join...2020-09-2555 minNo BullPlaces We'll Never Return toThis week we're going a bit pessimistic, a little dark. We're sharing the places Joseph and I have visited in the past but were not the biggest fans of and would not like to visit again. We also discuss the places that one of us is really keen to visit, while the other would rather not. We've also decided to scrap the Je T'aime Moi Non Plus segment and we've started something new! Thank you to Vegan Maps for sponsoring this episode of the podcast. You can download their app on the App St...2020-09-181h 01No BullHairy Kombu, Purple Leaves??! Japanese Foods You Can't Find AbroadThere are certain foods sold in Japan that you just can't find anywhere else in the world. There are also certain foods sold everywhere else in the world that you can't find in Japan. Today we're talking about both-- weird Japanese products that you can only buy here, as well as products we really miss and that we wish we could find more easily. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildm...2020-09-1150 minNo BullOur Myers Briggs CompatibilityThis week we are comparing our compatibility according to our Myers Briggs personality types-- I am an ISFJ (Introvert Sensing Feeling Judging), while Joseph is an ENFJ (Extrovert Intuitive Feeling Judging). This leads into a discussion a bit about how blood diagnostics may affect the self-help industry. We also talk astrology! We test out how compatible we are as a Leo and Pisces. Our restaurant of the week is an American burger chain that recently launched a delicious vegan burger. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast 2020-09-0448 minNo BullOne Year of Living Together - What We've Learned & How We Make It WorkJoseph and I are coming up on our 1 year co-habitation (lol) anniversary, so today we are doing some reflection! We discuss rituals that work for us, lessons learned, adjustments we've made for each other, our financials, and more. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan...2020-08-2850 minNo BullJapanese Girls Wear Heels to the Beach?Given that it's beach season, this week we are taking a deep dive into Japan's very specific beach culture. What do Japanese people wear to the beach? What do we drink and eat? What is the beach etiquette? Do Japanese people sunbathe? We also share one of our favorite vegan restaurants in Kamakura, and Joseph complains a lot about his sunburn. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmanna...2020-08-2138 minNo BullKimchi saves lives!We went paragliding for the first time and got attacked by giant horseflies in Gunma! We discuss our action-packed adventure weekend, the link between fermented veggies and COVID-19 mortality rates, which masks are most effective, and why I'm mad at Mos Burger. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food to...2020-08-1441 minNo BullOur Long Distance (Familial) RelationshipsThroughout our adult lives, both Joseph and I have had to deal with being thousands of miles apart from our families for long stretches of time. We talk about how we cope, how we stay in touch with family members, and our fears of how this could affect us. We also talk about a great vegan-friendly izakaya we discovered in our neighborhood, and why I may be keeping some distance from Joseph lately. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Fol...2020-08-0744 minNo BullJapan's Xenophobia Exposed, AgainJoseph and I chat about how the Japan's response to the pandemic has exposed its xenophobia, and about why the #womensupportingwomen Instagram trend reminds me of the #BLM black square trend. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ Intro/outro music b...2020-07-3144 minNo BullTraveling again! 3 Days on Rishiri Island (Hokkaido)We just got back from a beautiful but intense three days on Rishiri Island, a tiny island off of Hokkaido in northern Japan. We talk about our 8-hour hike, cycling around the island, Joseph accidentally wearing my clothes all day, and a horrific restaurant experience. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a...2020-07-2459 minNo BullAppalling Japanese YouTube AdsJoseph and I are working from home together full time again this week! We chat about how that's going, Japanese collectivism, our upcoming travel plans, and the outrageous YouTube ads we have been seeing lately. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ I...2020-07-1742 minNo BullDating Cultures - France vs. USA vs. JapanJoseph updates us on his leg rash, and I talk about the walk/run distance challenge I'm doing at my company. We also talk about our experiences dating in France, the States, and Japan, and theorize on why all of my relationships kept fizzling out in NYC. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a...2020-07-1045 minNo BullThat Time I Let A Stranger Into My Apartment...Joseph and I talk about the strange encounter we recently had with a recycling lady. I also share a story of one of the most bizarre experiences of my life, where I ended up inviting in a stranger into my NYC apartment. Also, we're trying a new, more structured format with added segments. Please let us know what you think via Instagram, email, or leave a rating or review. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildman2020-07-0337 minNo BullThe Truth Behind Cruelty-Free ProductsIn this episode, Joseph and I uncover the truth behind what "cruelty-free" really means, how companies may be scamming us, the alternatives to animal testing, and more. The episode was sparked by one question -- what are cruelty-free products tested on? I'll be honest, I never thought about how cruelty-free products get approved until I confronted this question. I decided to do some of my own research, and the info I found was pretty compelling and shocking. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY...2020-06-2639 minNo BullMy First March/BLM Japan/Fixing CulturesJoseph and I talk about my experience last weekend at the Black Lives Matter march in Tokyo, which then turns into a discussion about police reform, then about fixing cultures, and somehow ends with a HEATED discussion about gender inequality in Japan. We get a bit impassioned and intense towards the end there. Enjoy our first podcast argument! 😬 BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube...2020-06-1952 min
No BullHow Well Do I Know My Partner? Couples QuizJoseph and I test out the strength of our relationship by taking a quiz from Psychology.com. We answer 21 questions to see how well we really know each other. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodiejapan.com/tour-item/vegan-lunch-tour/ Intro/outro music by earthch...2020-06-1244 min
No BullBlack Lives Matter in Japan, with Uzochi OkoronkwoThis week I sit down with black fashion blogger Uzochi Okoronkwo about the recent events of police brutality and the Black Lives Matter movement. We talk about growing up in Maryland with Nigerian immigrant parents, being black in Japan, why people are hesitant to speak up, and why we are all connected to this movement-- no matter who or where we are. Read Uzochi's blog: https://www.plaitwoman.com/blog BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @ann...2020-06-051h 11No Bull8 Weeks of Quarantining with My Boyfriend Later...It's been 8 weeks since Joseph and I have gone into lock down, so we're reflecting on how that's been. We discuss how it is for Joseph to be eating 100% vegan, my growing anxiety attacks, insomnia, my favorite at-home workouts, and more. BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow me on Instagram: @annawildmanTweet at me: @wildmannaEmail me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me on a vegan food tour! foodie...2020-05-2933 min
The Tao of Self-Confidence348: Create The Life You Want To Live With Anna WildmanAnna Wildman is a blogger, marathoner, podcaster and amateur food photographer. She runs her own blog called Running Vegan NYC where she shares about veganism, running, and her personal experiences living as a 20-something in NYC. She also launched her own podcast called Running Vegan Radio where she explores various topics relating to veganism and running along with chatting with people in the health and fitness community.
Anna used to question her abilities which made her not believe in herself. She would do things because it was what everyone else was doing. When she realized that the life she wants...2017-04-0510 min