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Geeks and GaijinsThis Week Not In Japan - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastThe bois are back in town!
Jon is has finally returned to the UK, and is jet-lagged as all hell. In this episode, we give a quick run-down of the closing of the 2021 Olympic Games, a giant pumpkin fighting a typhoon, and Jon's adventures in international flights.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/08/09/tokyo-olympics-comes-to-a-close-with-anime-opening-at-closing-ceremonys-ska-remix%e3%80%90video%e3%80%91/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/business/tv-asahi-staffers-party-after-closing-ceremony-1-hospitalized-after-tumbling-out-of-bar/
https://soranews24.com/2021/08/09/japans-new-canned-curry-is-ready-to-drink-and-ready-to-delight-the-curry-loving-nation/
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Geeks and GaijinsThe Great Candy Heist 1984 - This Week In JapanThe Geeks & Gaijins Season Finale! It's our final episode on-location in Japan! The sun is shining (too much), the Olympics are in full swing (unfortunately), and there are no fun crimes stories this week (predictably). So join us on a trip back in time to 1984, as Jon regales us with the story of the Glico-Morinaga Extortion Case.
Also in this episode: Ghibli Museum fundraising, delicious non-radioactive peaches, and yet another typhoon.
Thanks to everyone who's listened in to us over the last two years. This podcast has been very important to the both of us d...2021-07-2955 min
Geeks and GaijinsEverybody Wants To Be A Cat - This Week In JapanEnter the Nyanopticon
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympics finally about to start, Japan continues to be buffered by articles about just how badly things are going. This week features a tag-team of trouble, with Thomas Bach exacerbating the public's anger at the IOC, and Keigo Oyamada being announced as composer for both the Olympic and Paralympic Games opening and closing ceremonies, in spite of a history of abusive behaviour.
Before all that though, there's robot cat ears that read your brain waves, a way to stop crime without actually doing anything, and consuming the faces of b...2021-07-2247 min
Geeks and GaijinsWater Gun Control - This Week In JapanAlternative Title: Yakucumbers
This Week In Japan:
- A giant cat appears in Shinjuku
- Being vaccinated four times does not improve effectiveness
- Police catch cucumber poachers wet-handed
- Tottori turns torrential
- Japan does not want vaccinated foreigners
- Tokyo locks down for the Olympics
- The government asks banks to threaten bars
- and a lone gunwoman attempts to douse the Olympic flame.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/07/05/giant-cat-appears-on-new-3-d-billboard-outside-shinjuku-station-%e3%80%90video%e3%80%91/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/japan-news/breaking/hokkaido-man-vaccinated-4-times-i-thought-it-would-be-more-effective/
https://soranews24.com/2021/07/06/ibaraki-woman-arrested-for-attacking-olympic-torch-with-water-gun/
https://soranews24.com/2021/07/11/oceans-11-heist-of-over-2m-yen-in-sea-cucumbers-thwarted-by-japanese-coast-guard/
...2021-07-1142 min
Geeks and GaijinsJappuccino Mappuccino - This Week In JapanFrapp Mapp? Frapan?
Anyway, This Week In Japan, enjoy cool masks, get kicked out of politics for your cool mask, and drink away your sorrows with your local prefectures new unique frappucino. Also, Jon visited a sword museum, and Tom watched Zombieland Saga Revenge and OddTaxi.
Sources:
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210703/p2a/00m/0na/030000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/07/03/japanese-politician-skull-reaper-a-ji-sues-city-for-refusing-to-show-his-masked-face/
https://stephano.me/blog/jimoto-frappuccino/
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Geeks and GaijinsPikachu Used Fly! - This Week In JapanFly me to the Pokemon Sun & Moon.
This Week In Japan, you can: fly via Pikachu Airlines (if you're vaccinated), break into a school (if someone else has already broken in), steal toilet paper (if you're the police chief), silence political criticism (if you're Twitter), or not say anything about the Olympics (if you're the Emperor). Sadly, neither Jon or Tom are the Emperor (yet), so they are not allowed to not say anything about the Olympics.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/24/pikachu-learns-how-to-fly-as-japans-new-pokemon-airliner-takes-fight/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/unfit-ex-banker-collared-after-sporting-stolen-sailor-suit-in-school-toilet/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/e...2021-07-0143 min
Geeks and GaijinsSuperman Steals Our Snacks! - This Week In JapanI sure do love Jelly Donuts!
This Week In Japan:
Timmy tries to break into a museum
A Crime Trilogy!
Tasteful Beef Art
Superman steals Jon's Schtick
and, of course, more Olympics misery! Yay!
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/18/baby-tanuki-prompts-adorable-standoff-as-it-tries-to-get-into-tokyo-art-museum%e3%80%90videos%e3%80%91/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/21/wakayama-man-stealing-uniform-from-school-caught-by-mysterious-man-in-restroom-in-middle-of-night/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/19/japanese-love-doll-mistaken-for-drowned-corpse-saved-by-emergency-services-anyway/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/20/real-life-doesnt-work-like-anime-tokyo-man-arrested-after-letting-schoolgirl-live-with-him/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/21/japanese-art-has-never-looked-quite-as-beautiful-as-when-its-made-out-of-japanese-beef%e3%80%90photos%e3%80%91/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/18/superman-to-star-in-upcoming-gourmet-manga-series/
https://mainichi.jp/english/a...2021-06-2448 min
Geeks and GaijinsPan-Demic - This Week In JapanGet Bready for another week in Japan!
This week, we have a mask even your aunt will want to wear, the end to open-carry crossbows (without a permit), busting open the used recorder black market, and Japan's seeming national inability to have a fat friend.
Oh also some rich ****s decide it's cool if a bunch of Japanese people die from a preventable disease, so long as said ****s get their international sports show.
Don't you know that the world is built with blood?
Sources:
https://prtimes.jp/main...2021-06-1750 min
Geeks and GaijinsWhat Makes A Manga - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan: Dancing Cats, Pickle Shop Spitting, & A Sleep-Depriving Schedule
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/03/the-japanese-train-station-famous-for-mysterious-dancing-cats/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/american-english-teacher-suspected-of-smuggling-cannabis-oil/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/04/osaka-man-charged-with-spitting-in-front-of-same-pickle-shop-for-most-of-2020/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/05/japanese-government-plans-removal-of-around-2485-miles-worth-of-overhead-power-lines/
https://soranews24.com/2021/06/04/oh-it-turns-out-manga-creator-rumiko-takahashis-schedule-is-even-crazier-than-we-thought/
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Geeks and GaijinsNo Girls Allowed! - This Week In JapanLearn one simple trick to beat all the girls in an entrance exam! Feminists HATE it!*
This Week In Japan, we have:
Levi AttackOnTitan cleans up!
Illegal Maid Cafes!
Murdeerer has sentence suspended
And controversey over high school entrance exams rocks the nation!
All this, and more, for one week only (apart from the sexism, that's pretty much constant) in Japan!
(*The trick is to be a dude)
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/29/talking-attack-on-titan-anime-character-robot-vacuum-promises-to-clean-your-shitty-room/
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/8548345...2021-06-0353 min
Geeks and GaijinsLove Death + Torches - This Week In JapanContent warning for Homophobia, Transphobia, and general anti-LGBT bigotry starting at 14:45. Skip to 20:15.
Editor's Note: Jon's Japanese tongue twister does not mean "The customer next to me is eating white peaches". Instead, it means "The customer next to me is eating lots of persimmons".
This Week In Japan: The legendary missing python has been discovered in an unexpected location, a train driver takes world's riskiest sh*t, Japanese officials debate LGBT discrimination, foreigners banned from dinner, President Macron announces visit to Japan, and Jon poses as a reporter to see the Olympic Torch relay.
2021-05-2751 min
Geeks and GaijinsDown with the Sickness - This Week In JapanWah-ah-ah-ah.
This Week In Japan:
Demon Slayer, so hot right now
Kindergarten Cop
The code is more like guidelines, anyway
It takes queue
Robocide in Shinjuku?
And, inevitably, the mess that is Japan, covid, vaccines, and... the Olympics.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/14/brain-breaking-photos-from-a-super-otakus-birthday-shrine-to-her-favorite-anime-character/
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/13/osaka-elementary-school-becomes-first-in-japan-to-have-a-police-box-established-on-campus/https://soranews24.com/2021/05/14/evangelion-studio-receiving-threatening-fan-comments-will-report-offenders-even-outside-japan/https://soranews24.com/2021/05/12/up-to-300-people-a-day-breaking-japanese-quarantine-rules-according-to-reports/
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/14/starbucks-japans-new-strawberry-frappuccino-is-the-next-best-thing-to-being-in-wimbledon/
http://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/14349808http://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/14349720http://www.asahi.com/ajw...2021-05-2049 min
Geeks and GaijinsSnakes on a Lane - This Week In JapanSnake? Snake! Snaaaaaaaaake!
In other news, Japan makes the same bad puns as us, a tower that should not exist hasn't been demolished yet, cake is sporty now, and drying clothes on a wacky wavy inflatable-arm tube man. I promise no drugs were involved in this. I know, I'm dissappointed too.
Sources:
https://allabout-japan.com/en/article/9527/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210507/p2a/00m/0na/007000c
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/business/nakagin-capsule-tower-could-be-headed-demolition/
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/10/sports-cake-developed-by-legendary-japanese-castella-company/
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/09/strange-japanese-job-ad-asks-to-deliver-a-pork-egg-onigiri-from-okinawa-to-tokyo-twice-per-day/
h...2021-05-1348 min
Geeks and GaijinsThis Week In Boarland - This Week In JapanSources:
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210502/p2a/00m/0li/001000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/30/japanese-cat-enjoys-walks-in-the-rain-with-his-adorable-tiny-umbrella%E3%80%90photos%E3%80%91/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/29/japan-to-open-its-first-ever-esports-gym-in-tokyo-with-options-to-pay-for-professional-training/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/national-diet-upping-security-amid-report-of-peeping-tom/
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/kyoto-woman-accused-of-stalking-police-officer-who-previously-arrested-her-for-stalking/
https://soranews24.com/2021/05/03/japanese-schoolgirl-and-karate-teen-subdue-violent-shoplifter/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-56978075
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Geeks and GaijinsFast Feud - This Week In JapanThis week in Japan: Another one bites the dust, a wild not-so-jiggly-puff appears!, mascot marketing, a real-life harem anime protagonist, what's the deal with airline food?, and the Rise of the Planet of the Boars!
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/23/let-godzilla-do-the-cleaning-with-the-new-godzilla-dust-mop-cover/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/26/kyoto-police-investigating-cream-puff-attack-on-bentley/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/23/theres-still-time-to-vote-for-your-favorite-sanrio-mascot-character-of-2021/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/23/pooping-in-supermarket-checkout-lands-kitakyushu-man-300000-yen-fine/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/22/kansai-man-arrested-for-defrauding-his-35-girlfriends/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210426/p2g/00m/0na/011000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210425/p2g/00m/0bu/023000c
https://m...2021-04-3049 min
Geeks and GaijinsGoing The (Social) Distance - This Week In JapanThere's a surprising amount of original content in this one. Is any of it any good? That remains to be seen. Or...heard, I guess. It's a podcast, innit.
This Week In Japans features baby otters, infinite cats, creepy clothes crime, a lucky bag blind buffet, police shooting a man upon request, and radioactive water. Mmmm, tingly!
Also, Jon plans how to make the Olympics safe (from covid, at least), because no-one else seems to be doing it.
How hard can it possible be?
Sources:
https://mainichi.j...2021-04-2253 min
Geeks and GaijinsFood Fight! - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan: Guest Starring The Geek Tom as The Snack Breaker.
If last week's fishy flavour left you a little salty, you'll be happy to hear that this week features a menagerie of morsels, a fountain of food, a... cornicopia of... consumables?
Anyway, in This Week In Japan, a man fights a crab, there are vending machines for sweet potatoes, and an Okinawan woman goes on hunger strike to protect her family's bones.
This Week In Japan: What else did you expect, really?
Sources:
https://m...2021-04-1342 min
Geeks and GaijinsFishy Fits - This Week In JapanIt's time to dress to impress in This Week In Japan. We've got the hottest Harry Potter holders, suspicious suits, stolen schools, fugu fun, and sexist boats.
Yeah, you heard me. Sexist Boats.
I wish I was making this up.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/01/japanese-schoolkids-to-be-able-to-carry-their-books-in-official-harry-potter-randoseru-backpacks/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/05/japanese-police-searching-for-man-who-stole-1-1-million-yen-in-tiny-fish/
https://soranews24.com/2021/04/02/japanese-woman-reported-to-police-for-not-looking-right-in-a-suit-turns-out-shes-a-crook/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210402/p2a/00m/0na/011000c
Would you like to hear us talk about Japan some more? Find our podcast he...2021-04-0749 min
Geeks and GaijinsApril's Fools - This Week In JapanHaha, you were expecting an elaborate ruse to celebrate April 1st, but it was us: Geeks & Gaijins!
Is not doing an April Fools prank technically an April Fools prank in and of itself? Would that be a paradox? Does anyone actually care?
Sources:
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210326/p2a/00m/0bu/018000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210327/p2a/00m/0sc/021000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/graphs/20210326/hpe/00m/0na/001000g/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/23/foreign-citizen-arrested-in-japan-for-throwing-his-bento-trash-in-a-mailbox/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/29/labor-ministry-employee-power-harassed-by-his-own-power-harassment-counselor/
https://m...2021-04-0145 min
Geeks and GaijinsOlympic Shames - This Week In JapanHere we go again...
This Week In Japan, we celebrate the opening of Super Nintendo World, Disaster Survival Dogs, Train Phones, and a victory for LGBT rights.
We do not celebrate another high-profile figure planning the Olympics saying something dumb and sexist. Like, have you guys considered just not?
Just take the whole thing around the back of the barn, already.
Sources:
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2021/03/18/business/corporate-business/mario-super-nintendo-world/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/19/japanese-company-makes-emergency-natural-disaster-survival-bag-for-dogs/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/19/we-try-japans-newest-starbucks-frappuccino-with-first-ever-almond-milk-whipped-cream/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/22/japans-shinkansen-bullet-trains-to-remove-all-onboard-payphones/2021-03-2539 min
Geeks and GaijinsTaCatshi's Castle - This Week In JapanThe day I stop making cat puns is the day I die.
Anyway, this week we check in with our favourite baby Panda, Japan's Ainu population, government workers bus schedules, and the noble house cat (or is that castle cat?). Oh also the second coming of Christ has arrived, but it's less fire-and-brimstone, and more fur-and-branches.
Basically, congratulations to Monty Python's Life of Brian for being the most accurate religion.
Sources:
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210311/p2a/00m/0na/053000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210310/p2a/00m/0na/004000c2021-03-1744 min
Geeks and GaijinsEasy Sneezy - This Week In JapanCedar? I hardly knew her!
This Week In Japan, a billionaire wants to send you into space, the Joker runs for election, Trump calls about your insurance, and a man declares war on feet.
Our main story this week is about Japan's National Illness: Hayfever! Prepare for a surprise history lesson as we unravel how a rarely-heard-of condition exploded into an epidemic.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/05/heres-how-to-sign-up-to-be-one-of-the-8-people-to-circle-the-moon-with-yusaku-maezawa/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/06/joker-in-the-running-for-chiba-gubernatorial-election/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/06/donald-trump-fraudster-accused-of-scamming-confused-citizens-in-japanese-phone-scam/
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/05/gifu-office-worker-arrested-for-his-homemade-tire-popping-caltrops/
https://t...2021-03-1146 min
Geeks and GaijinsKing Of The Cat-sle - This Week In JapanI for one welcome our new feline fuedal lords.
In This Week In Japan:
A cat owns a castle
Frogs play pranks on cops
Don't buy Japanese pizza
Vaccinations are going to be a problem
and the government is very concerned about names.
Sources:
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2019/01/08/national/cat-lord-floating-castle-okayama-boosts-tourism-west-japan-rain-disaster/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210224/p2a/00m/0na/027000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/03/01/frogs-trick-fukuoka-police-into-false-puppy-rescue/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210227/p2a/00m/0na/025000c...2021-03-0448 min
Geeks and GaijinsPetal Gear Solid - This Week In JapanHa Ha. Nice.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/02/20/kyoto-slammed-for-manga-telling-people-not-to-talk-at-restaurants/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210208/p2a/00m/0na/007000c
https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/tokyo-police-man-used-telegram-to-order-boy-to-rob-convenience-store/
https://www.computerworld.com/article/2693820/telegram-not-dead-stop-alive--evolving-in-japan-stop.html
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210222/p2g/00m/0na/062000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210221/p2g/00m/0na/022000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/02/21/prefectural-governor-wants-2021-olympics-and-torch-relay-cancelled-tokyo-not-pleased/
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Geeks and GaijinsCatural Disaster - This Week In JapanWell Japan was aquaking,
the cats were all ashaking,
pictures she was taking,
while he was lawbreaking,
the decision they were making,
now Mori was aflaking,
It's This Week In Japan!
Sources:
https://twitter.com/UnseenJapanSite/status/1361049616087572482
https://www.reddit.com/r/Damnthatsinteresting/comments/lk26ah/cats_in_a_71_magnitude_earthquake_in_japan_on_feb/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210213/p2a/00m/0li/016000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/02/14/21-year-old-nara-woman-arrested-for-sending-hundreds-of-nude-selfies-to-woman-in-her-70s/
https://www.tokyoreporter.c...2021-02-1842 min
Geeks and GaijinsMemento Mori - This Week In JapanWhat's the story with BakaMori, wouldn't you like to know?
This Week In Japan features fat deer, Pokemon hacking, and the Olympic Sexism Saga.
Sources:
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210202/p2a/00m/0na/027000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210208/p2g/00m/0na/076000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/02/06/japanese-politician-piggybacks-on-demon-slayers-popularity-by-exploiting-copyright-loophole/
https://soranews24.com/2021/02/05/man-arrested-in-japan-for-selling-modified-pokemon-to-sword-and-shield-players/
https://soranews24.com/2021/02/05/sapporo-snow-festival-now-officially-open-online/
https://twitter.com/UnseenJapanSite/status/1358163040215199744?s=09
https://twitter.com/UnseenJapanSite/status/1358569722116251648?s=09
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210208/p2g/00m/0n...2021-02-1152 min
Geeks and GaijinsFamily Food - This Week In JapanNothing is certain, except Food, Death, Death-Food, and Children. Although, maybe not that last one, actually. We're working on it.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/28/japanese-twitter-barks-with-laughter-over-dogfood-ads-bizarre-choice-of-photo/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u0h_NL6Z_8
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/29/guesthouse-owner-arrested-for-slashing-guest-who-sprinkled-too-much-pepper-on-his-own-food/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210201/p2a/00m/0na/024000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210201/p2a/00m/0na/015000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210126/p2a/00m/0na/025000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210126/p2g/00m/0na/055000c
h...2021-02-0442 min
Geeks and GaijinsCosplayright - This Week In JapanIn this Week In Japan, people who make money based off other people's work argue that other people shouldn't be allowed to make money off other's people work.
Also Doggos, Shoplifting, and more Olympics nonsense.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/21/maximum-shiba-dog-in-japans-first-day-in-the-snow-is-a-hyper-expression-of-pure-joy%E3%80%90vid%E3%80%91/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210122/p2a/00m/0na/042000c#cxrecs_s
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210122/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/24/japanese-government-to-enforce-stricter-copyright-law-on-cosplay-top-cosplayer-gives-opinion/
https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-01-25/japanese-government-considers-codifying-copyright-rules-on-cosplay-income/.168754
Would you like to h...2021-01-2945 min
Geeks and GaijinsOlympic Pains - This Week In JapanWelcome to Japan! No-one really knows what's going on, only that everyone's miserable. But don't worry, because we have robot pet cafes, beer (with spelling errors), cherry blossoms (for a couple of weeks), and the 2021 Olympics (note: may not actually contain Olympics).
What a magical place!
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/15/we-take-a-trip-to-japans-lovot-robot-cafe-cuddle-with-a-bot-and-learn-how-to-love/
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/14/sapporo-decides-to-sell-new-japanese-beer-with-english-mistake-on-label/
https://livejapan.com/en/article-a0002756/#:~:text=Legal%20Drinking%20Age%20in%20Japan%3A%2020,-If%20you%27re&text=While%20this%20age%20differs%20from,20%20also%20cannot%20purchase%20alcohol
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/11/japans-craziest-coming-of-age-day-is-back-with-kitakyushu-seijin-no-hi-2021%e3%80%90photos%e3%80%91/2021-01-2144 min
Geeks and GaijinsGlorius Nippanda - This Week In JapanOh boy do we have a doosey of an episode for you today.
We got pandas, we got Pokemon, we got premium tuna, and, last but not least, the ghost of Joseph Stalin makes a special guest appearance!
Only on the Geeks & Gaijins This Week In Japan Podcast TM!
Sources:
https://aws-smile-birth.com/index_e.html
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210111/p2a/00m/0na/014000c
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/07/real-life-team-rocket-pokemon-popsicle-fraud-gets-man-arrested-in-japan/
https://soranews24.com/2021/01/07/bluefin-tuna-fish-sells-for-bargain-low-price-of-roughly-us200000-in-tokyo-auction/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20210108/p2a/00m/0...2021-01-1441 min
Geeks and GaijinsMurderous Mochi - This Week In JapanI'd like to apologise in advance for some of the sound overlapping in this week's episode. We're currently trialling some new audio software and it might take a few weeks to break in. Also, there's just been a lot going on the last few days...
...Jesus Christ...
Anyway, here's our first episode of the New Year. it's called "Murderous Mochi", which you probably already knew from reading the title, and it's about food that kills people. And some other stuff as well.
...yaaaaay....
Would you like to hear us talk about...2021-01-0734 min
Geeks and GaijinsSeasons Griftings - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan:
Cats take over social media. Again.
Prime Minister Suga breaks his own rules
An ALT sparks controversy with seemingly mundane accessory
And Japan rejects Christmas Presents, embraces loot boxes instead.
Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3BAi6aqSYw
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20201216/p2a/00m/0na/002000c
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/18/alt-in-japan-asked-to-remove-earrings-by-board-of-education/
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Geeks and GaijinsLove You 9000 - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan:
Dangerous Pumpkins, Chocolate Shortage, and Half-Price Eggs
Government uses AI to make dating easier
And in unrelated news, Japan officially declares that it is really, really, sad
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/10/japanese-governments-new-birth-rate-plan-use-ai-to-tell-people-whod-be-a-good-spouse-for-them/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-55226098
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/11/supermarket-slip-lawsuit-ruling-influenced-by-size-and-color-of-pumpkin-tempura/
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/12/elderly-wakayama-woman-arrested-for-hacking-her-local-supermarkets-self-checkout/
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/13/japanese-new-word-of-the-year-announced-sums-up-2020-perfectly/
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/09/shortage-of-chocolatey-milk-enhancer-milo-has-japanese-resellers-licking-their-chops/
https://soranews24.com/2020/12/13/japanese-new-word-of-the-year-announced-sums-up-2020-perfectly/
Would you like to hear us talk ab...2020-12-1844 min
Geeks and GaijinsDemon Stonks - This Week In JapanIn the Grimdark future of the 21st Century, there is only Demon Slayer
Timestamps:
00:00 - Opening
01:55 - There's a Mouse, Louse, In My House
06:10 - Monkey Business
12:25 - Tests are hard
17:38 - P-p-p-pick up a pika
25:38 - It's Demons all the way down
29:00 - Think of the children!
37:34 - Ending
Sources:
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20201128/p2a/00m/0na/017000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20201205/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/12/05/business/demon-slayer-economic-impact/
Would you like to hear us t...2020-12-1040 min
Geeks and GaijinsBad Grandad - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan:
Old men have been hitting the headlines, with one fathering a new baby, and one throwing their own faeces. Guess which one of them is a Panda.
Meanwhile, an old woman penetrates some melons, and a man is arrested for his knock-off Nezuko collection.
Sources:
https://soranews24.com/2020/11/26/teeny-tiny-giant-panda-baby-born-in-japan%e3%80%90photos%e3%80%91/
https://soranews24.com/2020/11/27/city-official-angered-when-asked-to-wear-a-mask-throws-own-feces/
https://soranews24.com/2020/11/23/surprisingly-strong-hokkaido-woman-arrested-for-poking-holes-in-13-expensive-melons-with-finger/
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20201127/p2a/00m/0na/006000c
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20201124/p2a...2020-12-0335 min
Geeks and GaijinsOdd Jobs - This Week In JapanWork! It's exactly what everyone wants to hear about during their free time!
This Week In Japan:
An Otter trains to fight it's natural enemy: Fire
Japan has no reference for what "low-stress work" is
And the Japanese Government make everything worse and more complicated. It is inevitable.
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Geeks and GaijinsGalaxy Brains Of Japan - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan:
Japanese posters accidently urge to contract Covid, and go to war with Kyoto
A kindergarten director spits on kids, and police stake out a shrine
Jon tries his hand at meditation, and being hit with bamboo sticks.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Opening
03:20 - Bad Language
11:40 - More Weird Crimes!
19:40 - Snack Break
25:30 - Meditation
38:14 - Ending
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...2020-11-1940 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins (SPECIAL) : Who put HISTORY in VIDEO GAMES? (The First Mongol Invasion of Japan, and Ghost of Tsushima)Thomas was busy this week, so instead a surprise returning series.
What story has samurai, gold, headshots, Mongols who can't swim and explosions?
Only the first Mongol Invasion of Japan! Which was presented to many for the first time in Sucker Punch's Ghost of Tsushima, the ultimate 13th century samurai-them-up.
Your host Jon delves deep into the game and the past to see if he can make sense of either!
Content warning super nasty war stuff from 23:50-25:00
Would you like to hear us talk about Japan some more? Find o...2020-11-1244 min
Geeks and GaijinsThe Great British Faking Show - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan, the boys go to war. Over food. What else did you expect?
Also, nothing's slowing down the Demon Slayer Hype Train, Burger King Food is disappointing, and Britain doesn't understand Japan at all.
Wait, is this even news?
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Geeks and GaijinsBear Necessities - This Week In JapanThis Week In Japan:
Updates on Demon Slayer Movie and Onsen Manga Theft
Teachers commit wierd crimes
Japan makes strange food
And the bears have grown stronger
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Geeks and GaijinsRecord Slayer - This Week In JapanDemon Slayer continues to dominate Japanese headlines, with not one, not three, but two whole news stories regarding the breakout shounen property this week!
The Kimetsu No Yaiba Movie: Mugen Train has destroyed all box office expectations in its opening three days with record-setting sales, in spite of the ongoing global pandemic!
Demon Slayer fever isn't limited to the big screen, however. Meanwhile, in an unsuspecting onsen, a customer nabs 20 volumes of the hit manga from the bathhouse's library!
In other news, Japanese ice cream is wierd, Tokyo is planning a mask festival...2020-10-2236 min
Geeks and GaijinsRide and/or Die - This Week In JapanJapan does not negotiate with tourists
This Week In Japan, a life-size Godzilla statue appears near Kobe, foreigners are allowed access to trains for a limited time, and the Mushroom Kingdom will remain closed until next year due to the pandemic. Also, going vegan is hard in Japan, despite most of the Japanese being lactose-intolerant.
Stomach-Churning Stuff
Timestamps:
00:00 - Opening
02:43 - Japan is open for business!
04:30 - Godzilla Rises!
09:00 - I like trains
12:55 - Ovo-lacto vegetarian, maybe
16:55 - Got Milk?
25:45 - It's a me!
34:07 - Ending
Would you like to hear...2020-10-1436 min
Geeks and GaijinsFarmyard Thieves - This Week In JapanAll these foreigners, coming over here, stealing our livestock...
This Week In Japan:
Jon reports on School Sports Day, including groovy music, and basically how the Japanese just do it better than everyone else.
Meanwhile, a crime wave is sweeping the nation, as farm animals and equipment dissappear in multiple prefectures troughout Japan. Who are the culprits, and what do they want with the farmer's stuff? Tune in to find out!
In other news, a Japanese man is caught stealing fake money from an old lady. What a nob.
...2020-10-0735 min
Geeks and GaijinsFropaganda - This Week In JapanAlternate Title: Gundamphibious
It's all about the little and large this week in Japan. A giant robot arrives in Yokohama, a house goes on sale for the price of a small car, and Jon preaches the gospel of cute Japanese frogs.
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Geeks and GaijinsLearning English In Another World - This Week In JapanNow, then, here, there, then, now
This Week In Japan:
Sony announces the launch prices for the Playstation 5, sparking outrage in our hosts over the British being unjustly screwed over.
The NHK reveal a new strategy for teaching Japanese kids to learn English through the power of Isekai Light Novels.
And Jon goes in search of the God of Marriage at Izumo Shrine, Japan's oldest shrine. He finds a cat in a hat instead. He considers that a win.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:18 - Playstation Price Problems
2020-09-2340 min
Geeks and GaijinsThe Deep Weeb - This Week In Japan"a" - baby shark, 2020
In an unexpected follow-up to last week's episode, the Vtuber company HoloLive has debuted their first English-Speaking Vtubers. Jon gives us a run-down of the 5 real-life anime girls to help you pick your new fave.
Also in this episode, Mob Psycho 100's marketing breaks the U.S., and anime is apparently good for your health?
Timestamps:
00:00 - Opening
2:03 - Is that a motherf***ing JoJo reference?
06:35 - English-Speaking Vtubers
19:00 - Mob Psychopath
21:30 - Snack Break
26:45 - Muscles, Please!
35:22 - Ending
Credits:
Prelude in C (BWV 846) by Kevin...2020-09-1636 min
Geeks and GaijinsThe School Festival Episode - This Week In JapanJoin Jon as he recounts his recent experience as a teacher at a Japanese high school's culture festival. Find out what stalls were present, what the highlights were, and whether it lives up to the hype of anime school festivals.
Also in this episode, Nintendo has a wild week in PR, with the announcement that the Mario 3D All-Stars Collection will only be available for a limited time, and the apparently unexpected reaction to #pokemonmastersex.
Last but not least, the boys dip their toes into the growing Vtuber industry, as the both attempt to understand wh...2020-09-0938 min
Geeks and GaijinsMonkey Busters - This Week In JapanWho Ya Gonna Call?
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:18 - Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Resigns
12:54 - Monkey Busters
18:03 - Snack Break
22:54 - High School Cultural Festivals
31:30 - Ending
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2020-09-0234 min
Geeks and GaijinsTheft! At The Ninja Museum - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastWho Ninjas the Ninjas?
This week, Jon and Tom present the founding of Anime Log, a free collection of classic anime on YouTube. Could this be a landmark moment in anime archival and increased popularity in the west? Or will it be swallowed by the YouTube Algorithm, like so many before it? Only time will tell. Praise be to the Omnissiah!
Additionally, there's a robbery at a ninja museum, our favourite anime openings, and a discussion about what is the correct order to consume media?
There's only one way to find out. Fight!2020-08-2642 min
Geeks and GaijinsDead Sites Tell No Tales - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastYo ho, me hearties, yo ho!
This week, Jon and Tom discuss the shutting down of KissAnime and KissManga, Facemasks that let you play instruments, McDonald's Japan;s Hawaiian menu, and a man cycling from Kyushu to Tokyo on a stolen bike.
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Geeks and GaijinsBon Appetit! - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastOur cheesiest episode yet!
This week, the lads discuss the governor of Osaka's claims that gargling medicine can help combat Covid, this year's Mystery Pringle Flavour, the Japanese holiday of Obon, and an Epic Gamer Moment.
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Geeks and GaijinsMakin' Waves - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastWelcome to the episode so ironically lacking in depth that Tom's microphone tries to compensate for it.
This week the boys discuss the Japanese reaction to Ghost of Tsushima, the threat of Typhoons around Japan, the decline of Japanese Bathhouses, and Spirited Away.
Care to take a dip?
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Geeks and GaijinsEarth, Wind, and Fliers - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastGeeks & Gaijins Podcast - Officially endorsed by the movie director from the Disney movie Bolt. (No, not really).
Join Jon and Tom as they explore the wonderful world of Japanese nature; including canned air, suffocating humidity, deafening bugs, and a magic temple sticking out of a death mountain.
Such Fun.
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Facebo...2020-07-2942 min
Geeks and GaijinsGamers, Samurais Up! - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastSay what you will about our titles, but at least our commitment to puns is consistent.
This week the boys talk about Ghost of Tsushima, Tik Tok, Voice Actors Stans, and School-Mandated Hair Cuts, amongst other, more innane things.
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Geeks and GaijinsA Pear Of Museums - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastAh, fruit puns, the highest form of comedy.
This week's G&G Podcast features a Master's Degree in Ninja Studies, a ban on screaming at theme parks, and Jon's reviews of the local Detective Conan Manga and Pear Museums in Tottori Prefecture.
Man, remember when we did things outside? I mean, I don't, but some of you guys must miss it, I guess.
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T...2020-07-1548 min
Geeks and GaijinsCreepiest Crawlies - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastMurder Hornets, Pineapple Gummi Fettucinne, Tower Of God, and My Next Life As A Villainess!
Summer's coming, bringing some bugs
Summer's coming, please wash your plugs
Ew Bugs, Ew Ew:
https://www.tofugu.com/japan/japanese-insects/
https://tokyocheapo.com/living/japanese-bugs-house-wildlife/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychodidae
Pinapple-Pen-Covid-Hand-Wash-Video-Thing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKfolJv6Kx8
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Geeks and GaijinsFruit Loopy - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastPokemon announcements, Eldery E-Sports, Hello Kitty Makeover, and... Exhorbitantly Priced Fruit? All in this week's Geeks & Gaijins Podcast. Now with added Vitamin C! Vitamin C: Don't die of scurvy, you're not a pirate.
Disclaimer: Geeks & Gaijins Podcast is not legally recognised as a replacement for or a supplement to a well-balanced diet... yet. Please eat your 5 a day, or else.
Sources:
Elderly E-Sports: https://soranews24.com/2020/06/27/esports-facility-for-senior-citizens-set-to-open-in-kobe/
Hello Mer-Kitty: https://soranews24.com/2020/06/27/newest-hello-kitty-collab-features-kitty-chan-cosplaying-as-supernatural-protector-against-plague/
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Sp...2020-07-0148 min
Geeks and GaijinsTrouble Vision - Geeks & Gaijins Podcast"My vision is based on vision" - Jon Gaijin, 2020
Buckle in for a wild ride folks, because this episode, in the immortal words of IGN, "has a little something for everyone". Or, as our download statisitics would indicate, a little something for roughly 10 people.
This week, we discuss the Japanese Self Defence Force cancelling an emoji, the reveal of Studio Ghibli's new CGI Movie, Malaysian Magic Cubes, and the reveal for Smash Bros. latest fighter!
Also we have a serious discussion about race, anime, and voice acting with regards to representation, descrimination, and J...2020-06-2442 min
Geeks and GaijinsPlaystations, Personas, & Fursonas - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastBig News, Everyone! The Playstation 5 has finally been revealed to the public, including a healthy lineup of games big and small, old and new. It's time for the boys to engage their gamer modes and give their thoughts on all the games announced, as well as the console itself. How original.
For those PC Gamers that aren't so console-inclined, we has good news for you, too! Persona 4 Golden has finally been ported to PC, and Jon cannot wait to play it. But first, we have to listen to him gush about it. Enjoy!
Would you l...2020-06-1746 min
Geeks and GaijinsToilet Troubles and Tax Tricksters - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastOur good friend Jardo is back this week, and brings with him a tantalising tale of toiletry terror. Learn all about Japanese.... toilet... culture.... Wait, what?
Yeah, I'm just as lost as you are folks.
Uh, so if that's not your thing for... perfectly understandable reasons, we also have Jon's taste-test supreme of Japan's Big Three Convenience Stores: 7/11, Family Mart, and Lawson. Who will come out on top as Emperor of the lunch deal? Tune in to find out.
For those looking to learn more about the anime industry, our final segment of...2020-06-1052 min
Geeks and GaijinsTommy Lee Jones: Boss, Weeb, Alien - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastGreetings, fellow humans! This week's episode of the Geeks & Gaijins Podcast has an assortment of tales, topics, and truths to share! Prepare yourself to join academy-award-winner Tommy Lee Jones in an adventure containing Japanese Culture, Coffee Marketing, and.... Aliens?
Our ever-prepared field correspondent Jon will also be discussing earthquakes in Japan, as well as his high-quality(ish) prep kit. And if that wasn't enough content for your corneas, stick around for the Japanese governemt's latest domestic tourism scheme running out of control, and the announcement for a Sonic The Hedgehog Movie sequel!
Truly, a feast f...2020-06-0341 min
Geeks and GaijinsA Trash Guide to Japan - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastGreetings, fellow weeb trash! Ever wondered what living in Japan is like? Ever wanted to know more about Japanese culture? Well we have the perfect introduction for you right here, as Jon tells you all about the fascinating, foreign, and downright head-scratching world of Japanese rubbish disposal! No wait, come back.....
No interest in bins? How about buns instead? How about buns and guns? Tom and Jon discuss Vber Macho, a new food delivery service where the delivery men are all bodybuilders! And if that doesn't get your mouth watering, then perhaps you might be interested in...2020-05-2742 min
Geeks and GaijinsPushing Our Buttons - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastHey, what's the deal with these Playstation Controller buttons? Well, I'm glad you asked, anonymous stranger! This episode of the Geeks & Gaijins Podcast introduces us to the peculiar history behind Playstation's iconic symbols, the differences between Japanese and American consoles, and why the X button is so gosh-danged confusing.
Also in this episode, Jon presents a range of news stories from the Japanese entertainment industry, including Golgo, the longest-running manga, Studio Ghibli's new Totoro video, and Japanese period dramas.
Also, the boys get way to invested in some curiously-named biscuits. Maybe quarantine really is getting to...2020-05-2039 min
Geeks and GaijinsHancock or Hanko? - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastEver wondered how the Japanese sign documents? No? Well good news! This episode of the Geeks & Gaijins Podcast is all about Hanko, a type of stamp used in place of a signature! Jon explains the social significance, business systems, and frustrating work culture surrounding these little stamps have, and why the current global situation might lead to the Japanese abandoning the practice.
In other news, mother's day was last week, at least outside the UK, and so the boys are exploring motherhood the only way two young men know how: A list of the Best & Worst Anime Mo...2020-05-1340 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins (SEASON 1 FINALE) : Episode 14 Alas Poor Yoshitsune (Genpei War Aftermath)Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together!!
It's the finale series 1 for our history show, that has taken us all the way from prehistory to the end of Heian Era. WARNING this week it's going to get GORY! As it's time to reflect on the life of one of Japan's most famous figures, Minamoto no Yoshitsune and what happens to him after the Genpei War (Spoilers, not good stuff!) . From Japan's greatest general to a disastrous death . What has a...2020-05-1219 min
Geeks and GaijinsNo Fun In Crowdfunding - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastGeeks & Gaijins takes on the free market! Twin Engine's recent crowdfunding campaign for Kurayukaba has sparked interest from our holed-up hosts, and so Jon and Tom will be providing a lesson on the brief yet messy history of trying to fund anime production through the public. Join us as we delve into this new avenue of anime production, and discover the fun benefits and devastating drawbacks of bucking the mainstream.
For those looking for a more positive story to fill their isolated hours, we do not have that here. Are vikings okay instead? If you're looking for a...2020-05-0734 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 13 Samurai SHOWDOWN ( The Gempei War 1180-5)Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together!! This week it's time for a SAMURAI SHOWDOWN! The Gempei War (1180-5) is one of the most important conflicts in Japanese history! But what happens? The ultimate fight between the Minamoto and the Taira families. It has betrayal, epic battles, bad maths and failures at geography! There is even a real life Japanese version of the spartan 300! All in under 25 minutes!
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Geeks and GaijinsGolden Week - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastApril 29th to May 5th is the legendary Golden Week in Japan, where the Japanese experience the strange yet pleasant phenomena of an extended holiday. Current events might put a dampner on people's plans to celebrate and get away from it all, but our magnanimous correspondent Jon will be on hand as always to break down the various holiday days for us.
Looking for something a little weirder in your Japan podcast? Well we have a treat for you then! Dare you discover the disurbing delicacy that is chocolate-coated potato chips?
Finally, Tom rounds out t...2020-04-2946 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 12 The First Samurai ( The life of Taira no Kiyomori )Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together!! This week we have what everyone has been waiting for... It's Samurai. But what is a samurai? Well let's find out together, whilst following the first samurai leader of Japan Taira no Kiyomori! We have so many epic stories , including failed uprising and coups. The most iconic scene is when Kiyomori and his men pursue the fleeing Minamoto through the barren snows, leaving only one 13 year old alive, who next time has to rebuild hi...2020-04-2818 min
Geeks and GaijinsCyclomania: Hokkaido Drift - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastGeeks & Gaijins returns with another dive into the world of cycling in Japan. This week, Jon discusses more of his own experiences, the many perils that face a foreigner on a bike, and the many "laws" Japan has regarding riding one.
Both boys have also finally finished watching Season 4 of My Hero Academia, and take the time to discuss the difficuties of dubbing, their favourite parts of the show, and the lows that accompany those highs.
Go Beyond! Plus Ultra!
Would you like to hear us talk about Japan some more? Find our po...2020-04-2243 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 11 The Ultimate Poetry Exam ( Heian court poetry culture and the Tale of Genji)Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together!! This week we have every high-school student's nightmare. It's poetry! But not just Haikus and Shakespeare, what if your entire social and work life was defined by how good you were at poetry? Well that's Heian Japan,have a listen just in case you end up time travelling, so you know your plum blossom from your snow...
Also the Tale of Genji, the world's first novel, we look at how weird a book...2020-04-2220 min
Geeks and GaijinsSakura Shutdown - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastSpring has sprung, which means it's time for Japan to become it's most anime-est! Across the country, cherry blossoms - aka Sakura - are blooming, painting the country pink. Sadly for Japan, there will be no sakura viewing parties this year, due to concerns regarding you-know-what. This will not stop Jon from explaining what exactly a "Sakura Viewing Party" is to us foreigners, however. Score!
Snack break this weeks features something that may or may not be an actual ice cream, and Jon gets revenge on Tom by forcing him to not only wrestle with the English...2020-04-1542 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 10 FALL OF THE FUJIWARA ( The Cloistered Emperors and the Hogen Insurrection)Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together!! This week we're looking at the downfall of one of Japan's greatest clans! As well as the rise of a government so peculiar it could only be Japanese. Want Emperor monks, the Evil Councillor of the Left and FINALLY SAMURAI.
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Geeks and GaijinsMultiMasking - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastThe world's still sick, but Japan apparently missed the memo. Only now have the government started taking precautions to help shelter their population from Covid 19, with a revolutionary new iniative: handing out two face masks to each family. That's right, two masks. Per family.
Genius.
Once again, Jon takes us on a journey through Japan's mask culture as it slowly adapts to the new pandemic. We've got reusuable masks, we've got DIY Masks, we've got mask spray, but the one thing we definitely don't have is Corona Virus...
At least, as far as...2020-04-0836 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 9 Family Matters (The new Warrior Families, The Taira and the Minamoto)Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together!! This week we're looking at the lack of tranquillity in the era of peace and tranquillity! Two families are rising, two legendary families, with members who get awesome nicknames! The son of the God of War meets the Kanto region and catching Pokemon! What more could you want?
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Geeks and GaijinsWithin ARMS reach - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastMuch ado about not much, really
Corona Virus has everyone locked indoors across the globe, and as such we're all a little short on news to discuss. The beginning of the episode features a short update on Japan's ongoing response to Covid-19, for you to enjoy or skip at your leisure.
Fortunately, the guys are not without any news for this podcast, thanks in part to a surprise mini-direct from Nintendo. As such, this episode will heavily feature Tom ranting and wildly speculating about Super Smash Bros. Fighter Pass 2, whilst Jon reluctantly attempts to follow a...2020-04-0148 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 8 Magic and Monk(ey) business!Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is episode 8, and we're continuing the Heian Era (HIan era, who knows? Not ME!) This time its magic and monks, with warrior women, and astrology, it's time that you found out if your bad luck is because your being stepped on by a god!
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Geeks and GaijinsGuests & Geeks & Gaijins - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastToday brings a special edition of the Geeks & Gaijins Podcast, as we have our very first guest: Jardo!2020-03-2555 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 7 Disturbed Dynasties (The Heian Period, and the terrifying people who control it!)Jon continues his new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is episode 7, and we're entering the Heian Period, the period of Peace and Tranquillity, so what better to talk about than civil wars, murderous plots, and the Emperor who can be polity termed a serial killer in the making. All this and more on Japanese History for Gaijins!
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Geeks and GaijinsNew Horizons - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastWelcome to... whatever this is.
More and more people might be staying indoors due to Covid 19, but that's no concern for Jon! This week marks the launch of the latest release in the Animal Crossing Franchise: New Horizons, and he couldn't be happier. Truly there is nothing he enjoys more than escaping from reality for a few hours of indulging in his greatest fantasies: paying off a mortgage, maintaining a tidy garden, and having a handful of friends he talks to every day.
Also in this episode, the boys discuss the Japanese festival of Higan, a...2020-03-1835 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 6 Oh Dear(y) Me ( The Nara Period & Buddhist Shennaigans)Jon continues his new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is episode 6, and we're entering the Nara Period (and leaving the Nara Period not alot happens) What is exciting is playboy monks, tax evasion, sacred thunder deer and godzilla metaphors. So why not listen?2020-03-1722 min
Geeks and GaijinsEducation Frustration - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastSchool's back in session!
Despite Corona Virus' best efforts, nothing can stop the Japanese Education System from doing what it does best: mercilessly testing children. This week, Jon will once again be our guide through the ups and downs (mostly downs, to be honest) of Japanese High School Entrance Exams.
It's also International Women's Day, so we will be including a short segment highlighting some important women in the male-dominated anime industry.
Taking the topics of anime and high-school hell and then combining them in quite literal fashion, Tom talks about Welcome to Dem...2020-03-1144 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 5 Lets get Spiritual, Spiritual! (The start of Buddhism and the Isshi Incident)Jon continues his new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is Episode five so lets get even deeper into religion! Yah!!!! Buddhism has come to Japan and political shenanigans are afoot! Who will dominate the Crown? The Nakitome, the Soga the Mononobe, or the Emperor himself (or herself!!!!) ? There's only one way to find out! Enjoy!
Would you like to hear u...2020-03-1019 min
Geeks and GaijinsSchool's Out! - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastAs panic sweeps the nation, one man steps forth to restore peace and order to the troubled island of Japan. His name is Shinzo Abe, and he's royally ****ed up.
Corona Virus is still the topic of the week, as the Prime Minister's decision to close all the schools across Japan sends the entire country's education system - Jon included - into a confused and frustrated frenzy. Our long-suffering host brings the latest developments on the situation.
Tom has had a much more enjoyable week, having gone to see the latest My Hero Academia Movie: He...2020-03-0439 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 4 Who wants to be an Emperor? (The Early Emperors and Korea)Jon continues his new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is Episode four so it's time to work out what an emperor actually is... Along with a bunch of shennaigans in the early Imperial court. Get strapped in, its a challenging one!
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Geeks and GaijinsEmperors, am I right? What's that all about? - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastPolitics? In my weeb podcast? It's more likely than you think.
In celebration of Emperor's Day, Jon tips his toes into the world of the Japanese Emperor, his place in Japan's politics, and just how wierd Japanese eras are. We'll also have the latest developments on the Corona Virus situation in Japan, as Jon once again underestimates the power of Japanese Bureaucracy. Stick around to the end to hear Tom's final verdict on the first season of Fire Force, and perhaps some tangents, poor attempts at humour, and other general nonsense. Expect nothing less from the Geeks & Ga...2020-02-2636 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 3 How the Japanese said they got here!(Japanese Creation Myths and Shinto)Jon starts a new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is Episode three so it's time to delve into the complicated waters of ancient Japanese beliefs! This Episode is twenty minutes, but its got creation myths, impetuous males, confusing religion and a magic sword. What more do you need than that?
Would you like to hear us talk about Japan some m...2020-02-2521 min
Geeks and GaijinsCoro-No Virus - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastTrouble in the East!
A new contagion has emerged in the province in Wuhan, China! Government official scramble to contain the threat. The world quakes in fear as the news - and the virus itself - spreads. Could this Corona Virus be the new plague?
Wading through the speculation, rumour, and heresay, one lone figure emerges to restore peace and sanity to the world once more. His name is Jon, and his prophetic declaration is:
"Meh, I'll probably be fine."
This week, the boys also discuss Japan's well-intentioned but somewhat lacking r...2020-02-1942 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 2 Where did everyone come from? (Japanese Pre-History)Jon starts a new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is Episode two so it's time to learn about all those people before Japan as we knew it today! It's only twelve minutes so give it a listen and learn something fun today!
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Geeks and GaijinsShips Ahoy! - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastLove is in the air!
This week's episode continues the Valentine's day tradition into the wonderful world of fiction. Today, Jon and Tom will be talking about shipping, and some of their favourite wholesome romances in anime. Leave the pitchforks and torches at home for this one, folks, we'll have no shipping wars here!
This episode, we shake things up a little, and have Jon lead the anime review section for once. He'll be discussing not one, not three, but two whole movies from Studio Ghibli: My Neighbour Totoro, and Porco Rosso. Enjoy!
W...2020-02-1247 min
Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode 1 Let's Build a Japan!Jon starts a new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted and fun way! This is Episode one so Its time to learn about Geography in a history podcast? It's only fifteen minutes so give it a listen and learn something fun today!
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Geeks and GaijinsJapanese History for Gaijins: Episode ZERO An Introduction!Jon starts a new series all by himself! Its Japanese History for Gaijins. Ever wanted to learn about the history of Japan, but history books too boring? Always thought samurai weren't your style? Well lets learn about Japan together in a lighthearted, quick and fun way! Its only 15 minutes a day so why not learn something about our favourite east Asian country? This is Episode zero so I explain a bit of the background to the series before we get started for really real. (Oh and episode one will be up at exactly the same time as this, so c...2020-02-1105 min
Geeks and GaijinsValentines Day - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastFebruary is here, and with it comes the world's most corporate holiday: Valentines Day. This week, Jon's here to tell us all about how the Japanese have interpretted the most romantic of stress-fests. Meanwhile, Tom gets distract by chocolate. How predictable.
Also in this episode, the guys talk about the latest and greatest entry into Cyberpunk Anime: No Gun's Life. It's a show about a man who has a gun for a head. I cannot stress this enough, he has a gun for a head. They tOoK hIS HeAD, ANd MADE IT A GUN!
What...2020-02-0535 min
Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] War Games - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastThis week brings a more condensed episode, as Jon has a bit of a cold.
Anyway, in this episode, Jon will be telling us all about Shogi, a traditional Japanese board game that is definitely not just chess on drugs. Meanwhile, Tom shares his joint excitement and trepidation at the news that Log Horizon will be returning for a third season!
Told you it would be condensed, didn't I?
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Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] Byleth Splits The Community! - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastA new challenger has been revealled for Smash Bros. Ultimate, but all is not well in Smashville. The announcement that the latest DLC fighter will be another character from the Fire Emblem series has been met with a heavy amount of backlash. Players are tense, emotions are high, and the community is in turmoil. So obviously the best thing to do would be to get stuck right into the middle of it all!
Should Smash not be your cup of tea, this episode also includes more student and gacha-related stories from Japan with Jon, and a brief...2020-01-2248 min
Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] The Crunchyroll and Tuesday Awards - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastToday brings a special bonus episode of the Geeks & Gaijins Podcast! Crunchyroll have announced the nominees for their annual anime awards, and the boys have prepared their own review of the candidates and their favourites to win. Follow along the awards catergories with a couple of guys who are as on-the-pulse of the anime industry as two doctors who both forgot their stethoscopes. With the competition at its peak, they'll be tackling the hard questions:
Who are the most deserving nominees?
Who is most likely to win?
And just how many awards can C...2020-01-1935 min
Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] Galar, Games, Gatcha - Geeks & Gaijins PodcastAlternative Episode Title: Gotta Gatch' 'em All!
In this week's episode, Jon and Tom briefly return to the Brit-ish isles of the Galar Region to discuss the latest announcements regarding Pokemon Sword & Shield. The Isle of Armor and Frozen Tundra DLCs offer not just an oppurtunity to speculate on the future of Pokemon, but also Nintendo and gaming culture as a whole. Follow Jon as he recounts his knowledge of how the world's biggest form of media is enjoyed in Japan, and nod along politely with Tom as he complains about Japan's influence on the mobile games...2020-01-1527 min
Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] Dogs of War - Geeks and Gaijins PodcastThe boys are back! It may be a new year - a new decade even - but it's still the same ol' podcast. Unfortunately.
This week, a very jet-lagged Jon tells us all about the quirks and curiosities of Japanese Christmas and New Year's celebrations. Also, Jon will be taking the reins on our anime review this week with his critique of Detective Conan's 23rd Film: The Fist Of Blue Sapphire. And, as it's a new season for anime, the boys take a brief look at what series the next few months have in store for us...2020-01-0849 min
Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] Christmas Snack Special! - Geeks and Gaijins PodcastIt's a special bonus episode! Jon's back in the UK for the holidays, and he's brought with him a delightful selection of Japanese confectionary. Join Tom as he assumes the hot seat and conducts his own taste-test for once.
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Geeks and Gaijins[Classic] An-Punch!!! - Geeks and Gaijins PodcastThe Final Episode of 2019! The boys round up the year in suitably festive fashion - by discussing a food-based mascot designed for children. We hope you're prepared for a deep dive into the world of Anpan Man, it's lore, and it's world-record-making list of characters, because we have nearly 30 minutes of A-grade podcast content dedicated to just that! For those of you who are somehow willing to stay to the end, we also have Jon's latest adventurers in Japanese Snacks, and Tom leads the discussion on his latest Anime binge - Carole & Tuesday.
Want to hear us t...2019-12-1918 min