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    The Economist Morning Briefing
    Japan concludes a leadership contest; Israel scales back Gaza operations, and more

    The Economist Morning Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 3:03


    Russian drone strikes hit a passenger train in Ukraine's northern Sumy region, injuring around 30 people, local officials said Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ben Greenfield Life
    Can a Cultured Mushroom Extract *REALLY* Shrink Tumors, Clear HPV & Supercharge Immunity?, with Meagan Lindquist

    Ben Greenfield Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 52:00


    In this episode with Meagan Lindquist, you’ll discover the world of AHCC, a cultured mushroom extract with a remarkable range of health benefits. We explore its origins, patented culturing process in Japan, and what makes AHCC uniquely bioavailable compared to other mushroom supplements. Meagan shares her health journey, her experiences supporting patients, and her passion for spreading awareness about AHCC’s research-backed potential—from cancer and HPV to Lyme disease and overall immune function. The conversation highlights AHCC’s role as an immunomodulator, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory compound, reviewing studies that demonstrate its benefits for general immune support and as complementary therapy for serious conditions, such as cancer and chronic infections. Practical topics include supplement quality, dosing, and how to find credible sources. By the end, you’ll have insights and actionable information to evaluate AHCC as part of a thoughtful, science-driven approach to immune optimization and integrative health. Meagan (Mimi) Lindquist (@mimi_themedicin) is the co-founder of The Medicin, alongside her husband Chase. Together, they provide high-quality mushroom products to the world. With her background as a clinical dental hygienist, nutrition guide, and AHCC educator, she has been helping others prevent disease for over 12 years. Now, Mimi is dedicated to sharing the benefits of Immune Intel AHCC, a mushroom product unlike any other, to as many people as possible. She hosts monthly live calls with Dr. Nathan Riley for women trying to clear HPV naturally using AHCC. In her words, it is her "life's passion to spread the word about how powerful it is." Full show notes: bengreenfieldlife.com/ahccpodcast Episode Sponsors: Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Harness the ancient power of pure Himalayan shilajit anytime you want with these convenient and tasty gummies. Get them now for 20% off at organifi.com/Ben. BlockBlueLight: BlockBlueLight BioLights are the only lights extensively tested and recommended by building biologist Brian Hoyer as truly flicker-free, ultra-low EMF, and circadian-friendly, with three modes (day, evening, night) that support natural rhythms and optimize sleep quality. Get 10% off your first order at blockbluelight.com/Ben (discount autoapplied at checkout). Fatty15: Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15:0 levels and help you live healthier, longer. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/BEN and using code BEN at checkout. LVLUP Health: I trust and recommend LVLUP Health for your peptide needs as they third-party test every single batch of their peptides to ensure you’re getting exactly what you pay for and the results you’re after! Head over to bengreenfieldlife.com/lvluphealth and use code BEN15 for a special discount on their game-changing range of products. BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough: The 7 essential forms of magnesium included in this full spectrum serving help you relax, unwind, and turn off your active brain after a long and stressful day so you can rest peacefully and wake up feeling refreshed, vibrant, and alert. Go to bioptimizers.com/ben and use code ben15 for 15% off any order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Newshour
    IDF told to prepare for phase one of Trump's plan

    Newshour

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 47:19


    Israel's military says it's still operating in Gaza City and has warned Palestinians it's too dangerous to return. Earlier, President Trump told Israel to stop bombing the territory after Hamas said it accepted part of his peace plan -- including the release of all the hostages it's holding. But Gaza's Hamas-run civil defence agency says Israeli attacks continued overnight.Also in the programme: Japan's governing party has chosen Sanae Takaichi as its leader -- putting her on course to become the country's first woman prime minister; the Czech writer, playwright and former dissident Ivan Klima has died at the age of 94; and Peanuts, the comic strip that gave the world Snoopy and Charlie Brown, is 75 today! (Photo: There have been regular protests in Hostages Square, Tel Aviv, as families of those taken by Hamas demand their return. Credit: EPA)

    PBS NewsHour - Segments
    News Wrap: Authorities question 6 suspects linked to Manchester synagogue attack

    PBS NewsHour - Segments

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 2:12


    In our news wrap Saturday, police in Britain are questioning six people arrested in connection with the deadly Yom Kippur synagogue attack, Japan’s ruling party elected an ultra-conservative leader positioned to become the nation’s first woman prime minister, and Morocco’s biggest anti-government protests in years turned deadly this week. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 24:47 Transcription Available


    Crypto News: Bitcoin pumps to over $123,000. Samsung taps Coinbase to bring crypto to more than 75 million Galaxy users. Walmart-owned OnePay to launch bitcoin, ether trading and custody on mobile later this year.Brought to you by

    Everyone Racers
    Yes, We Raced a Barbie Corvette at The Butt… and It Totally Rocked!

    Everyone Racers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 100:27


    What happens when you take a pink Corvette, slap on endurance-racing numbers, & throw it onto one of the dustiest, tracks in America—lovingly known as “The Butt”? Pure chaos, that's what!In this week's Pugeot episode 405, Ken stays up past his bedtime again,  Ken drives a trailer without lights, Barbie drives cross country, & Ken fixes & breaks a Lotus.  Really the crew recaps the absolute madness of racing a Barbie-themed Corvette at Buttonwillow Raceway Park. Spoiler: the car may have been plastic in spirit, but the laughs were 100% real. From long nights of prep, questionable garage engineering, & more glitter than should legally be near a race car, we take you behind the scenes of one of the most ridiculous (& strangely successful) endurance racing themes ever.Tales from the paddock — who broke down, who broke out the Barbie costumes, & who broke curfew.News & Notes — from Robot U-Turns to $10,000 adult Power Wheels to why Japan's traffic lights are actually blue.Tech woes & wins — even Barbie's Dream Car can't escape wiring gremlins & trailer brake drama.Race recaps & listener shoutouts — including the most creative teams, the wildest penalties, & the best grassroots garage hacks we've seen this season.If you're into amateur racing, garage builds, automotive comedy, or just love hearing how far people will go to embarrass themselves in the name of racing glory, this episode's for you. We don't promise you'll learn much, but you will laugh, nod in sympathy, & maybe even feel a little better about your own project car.So whether you're wrenching, hauling your race car to the track, or just need a laugh on your commute—buckle up. The Barbie Corvette at The Butt is a story you don't want to miss.

    EXOPOLITICS TODAY with Dr. Michael Salla
    JP Unmasks, Medbeds Revealed & Mystery Drones over Scandanavia

    EXOPOLITICS TODAY with Dr. Michael Salla

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 44:15


    00:00:00 - 00:03:12 - Why did President Trump issue an Executive Order declaring that NASA will operate as a ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1969568552584643054 00:04:26 - Russia's Sept 19 addition of "International Satanists" to its black list of "terrorists and extremists" is more... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1969573611976397213 00:05:19 - Living with Taygetan ETs on a Solar Warden spacecraft and ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1970069759057162579 00:07:53 - Some Star Trek humor to start your week. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1970080635445489991 00:08:05 - Flying hoverpad technology fits the description of Face Peelers in Peru, where 7 ft Predator... https://x.com/Truthpolex/status/1970273242788307191 00:09:59 - Deep Prasad is a Canadian tech genius who was living a normal life before a portal opened up and ... https://x.com/TUPACABRA2/status/1970526741748977748 00:12:31 - The drones causing airport shutdowns in Scandanavia have similarities ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1970636099513880762 00:14:03 - Tangible evidence that big tech gurus who met Donald Trump on Sept 4 have ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1970636892703203375 00:15:06 - 3I/ATLAS: Natural Rock or Technological Messenger? When Will We Know? https://x.com/UAPWatchers/status/1970523587699167446 00:16:33 - I'm currently on a dolphin retreat in Bimini, Bahamas... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1971142111719256369 00:17:08 - Investigating Humanity's DNA Origins, Extraterrestrial Intervention and Secret Societies https://t.co/Zb8moinNVf00:18:56 - Agree with Uri Geller that the general public is being gaslighted to believe UFOs buzzing airports ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1971508833504698414 00:20:25 - First interview with JP Unmasked - 3I Atlas & Mars Colonists Return to Solar System – JP Update 50 https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1971511401358442552 00:21:08 - Much speculation over why the US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has summoned all US Flag Officers ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1971532046649455095 00:23:03 - Jean Charles Moyen has just completed a new documentary about his extraterrestrial contact and space ark experiences in Japan. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1971532689514565698 00:24:16 - Agree with this analysis of the prospects of disclosure of giants as ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1971889011598729601 00:27:19 - Britain's Daily Mail did a story on Congressman Tim Burchett's claim that there are 5/6 underwater UFO bases... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1972417031061561555 00:29:44 - Swimming with Dolphins at Wildquest retreat, Bimini Island Bahamas. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1972486041199349974 00:30:40 - UFO Disclosure slowed down to prevent Civil War and impact of Kirk Assassination... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1972634627463675916 00:32:54 - More humor to start your week. Billionaire Star Trek – SNL https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1972635435521417667 00:33:17 - A few scenarios come to mind for why Pete Hegseth has summoned 800 flag officers to Quantico USMC base https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1972659799318753384 00:34:15 - An AI-generated video featuring Donald Trump talking about medbeds appeared on his Truth ... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1972842840695661047 00:35:04 - JP, US Army ret., discusses the medbed leak by President Trump that has aroused public interest around the world. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/197299407010549375300:35:56 - Elon Musk's desire to live and die on Mars https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1973676796072579190 00:37:43 - I was a guest on Coast to Coast AM and discussed a range of UFO disclosure-related topics. https://t.co/1AQp9c0xvK00:38:21 - 3I/Atlas is a White Hat Operation: Interview with Lily Nova... https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1973741440992960513 00:40:13 - Dylan Borland, one of the witnesses at the Sept 9 UAP Hearing https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/1974078662636171547

    Nerd Legion
    The Most Hardcore Samurai Film Ever? | Lone Wolf and Cub

    Nerd Legion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 39:19


    Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972) might be the most outrageous and hardcore samurai film we've covered yet. Former shogunate executioner Ogami Ittō becomes a disgraced wanderer, pushing his infant son through Edo-period Japan in a baby cart full of hidden weapons. Along the way, he faces betrayal, conspiracies, and blood-soaked battles that helped inspire everything from The Mandalorian to Ghost of Yōtei. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The John Batchelor Show
    HEADLINE: US Enforcement of New Rules Targeting Adversarial Supply Chains GUEST NAME: Jack BurnhamSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Jack Burnham of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies about the Trump administration's new Commerce and Treasury rul

    The John Batchelor Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 6:12


    HEADLINE: US Enforcement of New Rules Targeting Adversarial Supply Chains GUEST NAME: Jack BurnhamSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Jack Burnham of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies about the Trump administration's new Commerce and Treasury rules targeting adversarial weapons supply chains. The rules place critical components on the entity list. Enforcement requires significant allied cooperation, with Burnham recommending parallel policies from the EU, UK, and Japan. 1920 SHANGHAI

    The John Batchelor Show
    HEADLINE: US Enforcement of New Rules Targeting Adversarial Supply Chains GUEST NAME: Jack BurnhamSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Jack Burnham of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies about the Trump administration's new Commerce and Treasury rul

    The John Batchelor Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 11:38


    HEADLINE: US Enforcement of New Rules Targeting Adversarial Supply Chains GUEST NAME: Jack BurnhamSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Jack Burnham of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies about the Trump administration's new Commerce and Treasury rules targeting adversarial weapons supply chains. The rules place critical components on the entity list. Enforcement requires significant allied cooperation, with Burnham recommending parallel policies from the EU, UK, and Japan. 1950 PEKING

    Marketplace All-in-One
    Japan prepares to elect a new leader as its economic woes deepen

    Marketplace All-in-One

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 7:15


    From the BBC World Service: Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party will choose a new leader on Saturday, and he or she will become the country's next prime minister. Germany's Munich Airport closed temporarily overnight due to drone sightings, making it the latest European airport forced to halt operations because of unexplained drone flights. And the French government has launched a campaign against what the Minister of Work calls “the last discrimination”: ageism.

    Mac OS Ken
    Melting ICEBlock and Silencing "The Savant" - MOSK: 10.03.2025

    Mac OS Ken

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 20:18


    - Apple Blocks ICEBlock - Variety Really Wishes You Could See "The Savant" - Morgan Stanley Ups Apple Target on Next Two Years of iPhone - Apple Sets Q4FY25 Earnings for 30 October - Apple Posts Steps to Fix iMessage Bug in iOS 26 - Bloomberg: Apple Shifts Work from Lighter Headset to Smart Glasses - Apple Drops “Carbon Neutral” Messaging for Apple Watch and Mac mini - “The Lost Bus” and “The Sisters Grimm” Premier on Apple TV+ - Sponsored by Insta360 Go Ultra - A tiny, hands-free 4K camera. Go Ultra today at store.insta360.com/product/go-ultra?utm_term=macosken with code macosken - Japan's biggest brewery under cyberattack, and why your company's anti-phishing training isn't working on Checklist No. 443 - Find it today at checklist.libsyn.com - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Send Ken an email: info@macosken.com - Chat with us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken

    Major Nelson Radio
    Ninja Gaiden 4: Legacy Evolved for a New Era | Official Xbox Podcast

    Major Nelson Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 20:55


    In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're in Tokyo, Japan, and we're sitting down with the folks from Team Ninja and PlatinumGames to discuss the return of the legendary series, Ninja Gaiden 4. We're diving deep into the visceral, fast-paced, and challenging combat that's made the franchise iconic, while also talking about how Team Ninja and PlatinumGames have come together to create one of the most anticipated games of the year.00:00 Introduction02:46 Storytelling and cinematic moments03:46 Character Insights05:35 Difficulty settings and customization10:30 Ninja Coin12:36 Are there any challenges for the speedrunning community?14:33 Ryu and Yakumo's swords brought into real life15:44 Do either have a dream weapon for Yakumo or Ryu wield?16:44 Ninja Gaiden 4 on the ROG Xbox Ally 17:29 Custom controllers18:50 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

    Marketplace Morning Report
    Japan prepares to elect a new leader as its economic woes deepen

    Marketplace Morning Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 7:15


    From the BBC World Service: Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party will choose a new leader on Saturday, and he or she will become the country's next prime minister. Germany's Munich Airport closed temporarily overnight due to drone sightings, making it the latest European airport forced to halt operations because of unexplained drone flights. And the French government has launched a campaign against what the Minister of Work calls “the last discrimination”: ageism.

    History of Japan
    Episode 597 - Koume's World, Part 4

    History of Japan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 38:16


    This week, the Kawai family has finally made good in the world of feudal Wakayama--just in time for that world to come down around their ears. How did the family finally make it to the top, and what was it like for them to watch the shogunate and the samurai class itself implode? Show notes here. 

    FroKnowsPhoto Photography Podcasts
    RAWtalk 171: TRAVEL LIES!!! Sony NEEDED This…

    FroKnowsPhoto Photography Podcasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 66:59


    In this episode, Jared is BACK from Japan and the band is together once again and all is right in the world. The duo discuss the latest rounds of photo news including Creative Live closing it's doors after 15 years in the photo community, Sony's new macro lens and what makes it unique, Selena Gomez's "artsy" wedding photos & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 171! Sign up for the October 2025 Fro Boot Camp here: http://bit.ly/fro1011

    EV News Daily - Electric Car Podcast
    BRIEFLY: Tesla, Polestar, Nissan & more | 03 Oct 2025

    EV News Daily - Electric Car Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 4:16


    It's EV News Briefly for Friday 03 October 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily TESLA OPENS MODEL Y PERFORMANCE US ORDERS Tesla opened US orders for the refreshed Model Y Performance just ahead of the federal EV tax credit deadline, with deliveries set for December 2025 and a price that includes complimentary options such as premium colors, a tow hitch, and lifetime Premium Connectivity. This enhanced value package aims to justify the price premium and offers buyers a feature-rich, high-performance electric SUV. POLESTAR 3 GETS BIG UPGRADES FOR 2026 The 2026 Polestar 3 sees a major upgrade with an 800V electrical system, boosting charging speeds to 350 kW and improving overall efficiency by 6%. These enhancements, paired with a powerful new rear motor and a top-tier NVIDIA central computer, are available to all existing customers via retrofit, ensuring the brand's flagship SUV delivers cutting-edge EV technology. NISSAN PAUSES U.S. EV PRODUCTION PLANS Nissan is reallocating its US production focus after pausing plans for local EV assembly, directing efforts towards hybrid SUVs that suit current market trends. The company remains committed to EVs by continuing Leaf sales from Japan and considering US hybrid production while monitoring future demand. MODEL Y PERFORMANCE TO ENABLE BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING The new Tesla Model Y Performance will support bidirectional charging, adding both vehicle-to-load and vehicle-to-home capabilities through a future software update. This practical feature gives owners reliable backup power and portable electricity, further enhancing the Model Y's appeal as a versatile family EV. TESLA RAISES U.S. LEASE PRICES AFTER TAX CREDIT ENDS Tesla raised US lease prices for all models following the expiration of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit, and industry analysts predict sales may slow with the reduced affordability. Despite market shifts, Tesla's purchase prices remain steady, and the company continues to lead in EV innovation and technology. TESLA CHINA DELIVERIES CONTINUE TO DECLINE Tesla's deliveries in China have dipped despite pricing incentives and the introduction of new models, but global Q3 deliveries were strong, supported by robust demand in the US. The company remains agile in responding to regional trends, maintaining competitiveness with regular product updates and market-specific offerings. NORWAY EVS 98.3% OF SEPTEMBER REGISTRATIONS Norway reached a new milestone in September, with EVs accounting for 98.3% of all new car registrations, reflecting strong government policy and consumer enthusiasm. Tesla saw standout growth, recording its highest monthly sales in over two years and helping Norway further its world-leading electrification efforts. NEXTSTAR ENERGY FINISHES $5B WINDSOR BATTERY PLANT NextStar Energy, a Stellantis and LG joint venture, has completed Canada's largest battery plant in Windsor, capable of supplying 450,000 EVs annually and supporting more than 2,500 jobs. The factory is fully approved for safe operation and will play a pivotal role in North America's transition to electric vehicles. FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDIES OUTSTRIP EV TAX CREDIT Analysis shows that while the US federal EV tax credit has ended, fossil fuels still receive hundreds of billions in government support annually, far outstripping historical EV subsidies. This context highlights the ongoing need for policy equity as the market shifts toward cleaner transportation solutions. AFFORDABLE CLEAN CARS COALITION GROWS TO 13 GOVERNORS The Affordable Clean Cars Coalition has grown to 13 state governors united in expanding access to cost-effective EVs and supporting domestic automakers. The group's collaboration focuses on lowering barriers for consumers and maintaining state authority under the Clean Air Act to accelerate vehicle electrification. RIVIAN SHARES R2 WATER-FORDING DURABILITY TEST AS PRODUCTION NEARS Rivian demonstrated the resilience of its upcoming R2 SUV with a successful water-fording test, underscoring its capability before production starts in 2026. These rigorous trials ensure the vehicle meets high durability standards, aiming for a base price around $45,000. 4SB MOBILITY TO DEMONSTRATE SWAPPABLE EV BATTERIES 4SB Mobility will showcase swappable battery technology at Fleet & Mobility Live, giving UK fleet operators a hands-on look at how rapid swaps—completed in as little as two minutes—can enhance EV usability. The system can even retrofit existing EVs, improving range flexibility and future-proofing fleet investments. ARCHER MIDNIGHT eVTOL REACHES 7,000-FOOT ALTITUDE Archer Aviation's Midnight eVTOL achieved a 7,000-foot altitude in testing, successfully demonstrating its power and potential for urban mobility solutions. The milestone is a positive development toward eventual FAA certification, with the aircraft now tested at speeds exceeding 150 mph and distances over 50 miles.

    Think Out Loud
    The first US solo exhibition of late Japanese artist Yoshida Chizuko comes to Portland Art Museum

    Think Out Loud

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 26:08


    The Portland Art Museum already has one of the most significant collections of modern Japanese prints in North America. On September 27, it burnished those credentials with the opening of the first solo U.S. exhibition of the late artist Yoshida Chizuko (1924-2017).   Born in 1924, Chizuko forged a place for herself in Japan’s male-dominated postwar art world. And though she married into the well-known Yoshida artist family –– which produced three generations of influential woodblock print artists –– critics say her work has been often overshadowed. The new exhibition brings together more than 100 of Chizuko’s woodblock prints and paintings, many of which have never before been displayed publicly.   Portland Art Museum's Asian art curator Jeannie Kenmotsu joins us to discuss the avant-garde artist who pushed the boundaries of both painting and printmaking, her place in the Yoshida family legacy and why her work still feels modern today.  

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 14:00 (JST), October 03

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 27:58


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 14:00 (JST), October 03

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 03:00 (JST), October 04

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 27:57


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 03:00 (JST), October 04

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 23:00 (JST), October 03

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 27:58


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 23:00 (JST), October 03

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 18:00 (JST), October 03

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 28:00


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 18:00 (JST), October 03

    Business Pants
    War on women, bro-co-CEOs, fake CEO retirement, and boards say vote them out

    Business Pants

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 62:44


    Story of the Week (DR):War against women continues: Uber Not Responsible for Sex Assault, Jury Finds, as More Cases FollowEthan P. Schulman, the judge presiding over the California state court cases, told jurors that Uber would be responsible for the woman's harm if the company was negligent in using adequate safety measures and the negligence was a “substantial factor” in causing the harm.In its decision, the jury unanimously agreed that Uber had been negligent in its general safety practices when the incident occurred in 2016 — but that the negligence was not a substantial factor in causing the attack. The jury's foreman: “We felt that they could have done more back in the early days of Uber, rather than just focusing on growth,”Meet Lisa Monaco, the 57-year-old Microsoft executive Trump wants fired“Corrupt and Totally Trump Deranged Lisa Monaco (A purported pawn of Legal Lightweight Andrew Weissmann), was a senior National Security aide under Barack Hussein Obama. Monaco has been shockingly hired as the President of Global Affairs for Microsoft, in a very senior role with access to Highly Sensitive Information. Monaco's having that kind of access is unacceptable, and cannot be allowed to stand.”Monaco helped coordinate the Justice Department's response to the Jan. 6th attacks on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters in 2021. In January 2022, Monaco publicly announced that the Justice Department was investigating the Trump fake electors plotMilitary women fear losing 'every bit of ground' as Hegseth looks backward to the 1990sDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that he wants to review Defense Department standards that have changed since the 1990s, a time when military women saw far less support for their service and met drastically lower physical standards than today: "The 1990s test is simple. What were the military standards in 1990? And if they have changed, tell me why. Was it necessary change based on the evolving landscape of combat? Or was the change due to a softening, weakening, or gender-based pursuit of other priorities? 1990s seems to be as good a place to start as any."PGA of America CEO apologizes for Ryder Cup missteps, but group's president denies problemThe Misogynistic Abuse Towards Rory McIlroy's Wife at the Ryder Cup Is Deeper Than Golf. It shows a cultural shift, one in which men feel emboldened to attack women in public without shame or consequence. The abuse and taunts were so unrelenting that Stoll was spotted with “tears streaming down her face”PGA of America President Don Rea took a different approach on Sunday in a BBC interview where he downplayed the severity of the crowd's behavior: “Well, you have 50,000 people there that are really excited, and heck, you can go to a youth soccer game and get some people who say the wrong things,” Rea said. When asked about the abuse directed at McIlroy, he responded, “I haven't heard some of that. I'm sure it's happened … Rory understands things like that are going to happen.”Fake billionaire manbaby “retirements” continue DRSpotify CEO Daniel Ek to Step Down. The Stock Is Falling.Spotify founder steps down amid controversy over defence linksIt comes after Mr Ek has faced fierce scrutiny for investing around €700m (£612m) in defence company Helsing through his venture capital fund. Munich-based Helsing sells AI software for military use and has expanded into weapons manufacturing following an investment by the founder of Spotify.Spotify has said that it is “totally separate” from HelsingSpotify founder Ek Daniel to step down as CEO; says: I will be more involved than a typical US chairmanGustav Söderström and Alex Norström under founder/former CEO/Executive Chair Daniel Ek (43%) (Ted Sarandos on this board)Spotify founder Daniel Ek once said he was the ‘least powerful person' at the company. Here's how he built it into a $145 billion music empireThe rise of the bro co-CEO: Lila MacLellanCEOs and Trump love affair continuesTrump, Pfizer agree to lower U.S. drug prices, exempt company from pharma tariffsTrump announces 'TrumpRx' drug-buying website alongside Pfizer CEOPartnering with Pfizer, beginning in 2026 the federal government will have a website, TrumpRx.gov, through which Pfizer's prescription drugs can be sold directly to consumers at discounts, without the intermediaries of pharmacy benefit managers such as CVS Health's Caremark and UnitedHealthcare-owned OptumRx46% against Say on Pay in 2025Proxy adviser ISS recommended against the compensation proposalCEO/Chair Albert BourlaOther board members include: former Vanguard CEO/Chair Mortimer J. Buckley, OpenAI (2024-) board member and former Meta (2013-2019) board member Susan Desmond-Hellmann; former Deloitte CEO Joseph J. Echevarria; Adobe CEO/Chair Shantanu Narayen; former Goldman Sachs Vice Chair Suzanne Nora Johnson; Coca-Cola CEO/Chair James Quincey; former State Street Global Advisor CEO Cyrus Taraporevala; Compensation Committee chair (James Smith, former Thomson Reuters CEO) received 93% supportOnly 23% women; 5 top NEOs all menTrump Adviser Admits Larry Ellison Is “Shadow President of the United States” Larry Ellison once predicted ‘citizens will be on their best behavior' amid constant recording. Now his company will pay a key role in social mediaElon Musk fighting for attention:Elon Musk speaks out on controversial $1 trillion Tesla pay package: 'It's not about compensation'"It's not about 'compensation,' but about me having enough influence over Tesla to ensure safety if we build millions of robots.”Elon Musk makes history as first person ever to hit $500B net worth milestoneNew Evidence Links Elon Musk to Epstein's IslandElon Musk Calls Wikipedia “Too Woke,” Announces His Own GrokipediaElon Musk implores people "Cancel Netflix" over a canceled TV show because of wokeMore Dummies from DealBook:Talking A.I. With CEO William Stone of SS&C, a major investment fund administrator and transfer agency, acquired the automation software company Blue Prism for around $1.6 billion in 2022:How do you personally use A.I.? “I'm interested in horse racing, and I own horses. I use A.I. to track how they're doing. There are all kinds of statistics, like how far can they travel before their performance starts to deteriorate: If they're in Kentucky, can they go to California? Can they go to New York?”Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Gavin Newson [sic] Signs Law Cracking Down on AI IndustryCalifornia governor Gavin Newsom signed what proponents say is the first AI safety and transparency law in the US. The Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, also known as SB 53, requires AI companies with over $500 million in revenue to publicly disclose their safety and security protocols in fairly granular detailMM: F.D.A. Approves a New Generic Abortion Pill DR MMMM: Activist Investor Wants Target's Brian Cornell Completely OutMM: One line from this story about Tesla's advising sleepy drivers to stay away by enabling Full Self Driving: Tesla's cars can't actually drive themselves without close human supervision. Nonetheless, the automaker labels its most advanced driving mode “Full Self-Driving” (FSD), while its CEO and chief overpromiser Elon Musk explicitly says that they do, in fact, “drive themselves” seemingly every other week.Assholiest of the Week Biggest Loser (MM):US WomenThe rise of the bro-co-CEOMilitary women fear losing 'every bit of ground' as Hegseth looks backward to the 1990sUber Not Responsible for Sex Assault, Jury Finds, as More Cases FollowKKR Appoints Former Eaton CEO Craig Arnold to Board of Directors, Increasing Independent Seats to ElevenContinues a trend - from 29% to 26% female by adding another dude through board expansionMeanwhile…Share of female execs at major Japan firms rises to 18.4%Spineless companiesDisney's image tanks among Republicans, Democrats after Jimmy Kimmel controversyCracker Barrel Drops Firm Behind Ill-Fated Logo ChangeInvestorsU.S. States are shedding shareholder protections. That's an advantage for CanadaPreparing the board for 2026: More than half of directors want a peer replaced, survey findsFedEx shareholders elect Richard Smith, son of founder Fred Smith, to board of directorsEveryone elseGodfather of AI Says We're Barreling Straight Toward Human ExtinctionOpenAI says it's worried about ‘doomscrolling, addiction, isolation, and … sloptimized feeds' as it rolls out Sora social media appMeta won't allow users to opt out of targeted ads based on AI chatsElon Musk Calls Wikipedia “Too Woke,” Announces His Own GrokipediaLarry Ellison once predicted ‘citizens will be on their best behavior' amid constant recording. Now his company will pay a key role in social mediaThe wealth of the top 1% reaches a record $52 trillionThe climateNew BP Chair Urges Faster Pivot to Oil and GasDuke Energy backs off renewables after North Carolina cuts climate goalTrump administration cancels nearly $8 billion in climate funding to blue states: VoughtMAGA comes for the ‘woke pope' after pontiff blesses block of ice in climate change gestureOpenAI's New Data Centers Will Draw More Power Than the Entirety of New York City, Sam Altman SaysHeadliniest of the WeekDR: New Poll: 94% of Gen Z Youth Report Experiencing Regular Mental Health ChallengesMM: Police Pull Over Waymo to Check for Drunk DrivingWho Won the Week?DR: Daniel Ek: the dude who got rich by devaluing artists, then used his billionaire ego to create a vanity money-spending company with the pretentious name Prima Materia (“formless primeval substance regarded as the original material of the universe”).Prima Materia says it wants to “partner with exceptional people to build companies that leverage technology to help solve meaningful problems for society.”He set it up with Shakil Khan — a fellow Spotify investor and close personal friend with a criminal past, who was accused of hiding his real role at Spotify during its IPO.Khan doesn't appear in any of Spotify's filing documents, even though he's been publicly described as: 1) “head of special projects,” 2) “advisor to Daniel Ek,” 3) “personal advisor to the Spotify CEO,” 4) “investor in Spotify,” 5) “founder,” 6) “consigliere,” 7) “second-in-command,” and 8) “prominent public role” — apparently to avoid scaring investors.Khan cites Mark Zuckerberg as the American leader he admires most.Now their company invests (and Ek chairs) in literal weapon building (Helsing/military strike drones, etc.) and nonsense like Neko Health, the so-called “Apple of healthcare” that charges £300 for preventative screenings like mole checks — giving Daniel Ek more time to feel super important and potentially destroy the world while getting richer?MM: Ron Sugar, who TWICE has had his age limit restriction waived on the Apple board, will turn out a-okay: Dr. Ronald Sugar and Gilman Louie join Ursa Major's Board of DirectorsPredictionsDR: Daniel Ek's Prima Materia leads €600 million Series D strategic financing round for Moodify, an AI-supported app that will “end depression” by pushing algorithmically-optimized dopamine ads 24/7, think TikTok for sadnessMM: LAY UP: After reading this - Apollo Global Management director Pauline Richards resigns from board - the board is now 4 women and 10 men (Marc Rowan owns 63% of board influence, so no one really matters). I predict Pauline Richards will be replaced by a male director, going from 33% female to 27% female in one fell swoop. Side note: Apollo's fun joke was to have a “sustainability committee” on the board they take so seriously, it's the committee with 3 women and and anti-woke anti-ESG ex-Senator Patrick Toomey

    World Business Report
    Japan is running out of Asahi beer

    World Business Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 8:56


    Japan is facing a shortage of Asahi products, including beer, tea, and soft drinks after a major cyber-attack. We hear from businesses affected.In China, the Government has proposed new standards for fast food deliveries.TikTok has had its licence temporarily suspended in Indonesia.Plus, the Women's Cricket World Cup is underway in India. There's been a record breaking attendance and biggest prize pot ever!Presenter: Sarah Rogers Producer: Niamh Mc Dermott Editor: Justin Bones

    World Business Report
    Is cybercrime the biggest threat to global business in 2025?

    World Business Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 26:27


    Sam Fenwick takes a look at the soaring cost of cybercrime, as attacks sweep across industries and threaten global business stability, spotlighting Japan's Asahi Breweries, one of the latest victims. A liquefied natural gas platform meant to bring economic prosperity in the West African nation of Senegal is at the centre of controversy.And in Tokyo, the race to lead Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party heats up. With five contenders and the economy centre stage, we explore what's at stake for the nation's future.

    Stereo Embers: The Podcast
    Stereo Embers The Podcas 0463t: Matt Piucci (Rain Parade)

    Stereo Embers: The Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 61:13


    "Crashing Dream" Like many aspiring artists of all kinds, the New York-born singer/guitarist Matt Piucci found himself in Los Angeles in the early '80s with his college pal David Roback playing in the band they formed. That band was Rain Parade and they hit the ground running--a stirring blend of 60s jangle and dark post-punk rhythms, Rain Parade put out two instant classics--Emergency Third Rail Power Trip and Crashing Dream, a brilliant live album recorded in Japan called Beyond The Sunset. They were nerve short of critical acclaim and their shows were inspired and rousing, but by 1986 the band called it a day. In 2023 Rain Parade put out their first album in nearly 40 years called Last Rays Of A Dying Sun and the band is back at it, with creative energy running as high as ever. Over the course of their career Rain Parade toured with The Jazz Butcher Conspiracy, the Jesus and Mary Chain and The Church and Piucci has recorded with everyone from The Bangles to the Dream Syndicate. There were personnel changes over the years--Roback left the band early on and went on to form Opal and Mazzy Star while his brother Steven joined the fold and he and Piucci found a creative synergy that was almost cosmic. The deluxe reissue of Crashing Dream restores it to it original vision and it's just glorious. www.rainparadeofficial.com (http://www.rainparadeofficial.com) www.stereoemberrsmagazine.com (http://www.stereoemberrsmagazine.com) www.bombshellradio.com (http://www.bombshellradio.com) www.alexgreenbooks.com Stereo Embers: IG+ BLUESKY: @emberspodcast Email: editor@stereoembersmagazine.com

    Why not meditate?
    140. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore Reiki, energy, and healing - Akiko Hoshihara

    Why not meditate?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 46:24


    In this first episode of a special mini-series, "East meets East in the West: A dialogue of Two Japanese women," host Masako Kozawa is joined by fellow Japanese healer, Akiko Hoshihara, to explore the world of Reiki and energy healing. Together, they discuss what Reiki truly is, how it connects us to universal life force energy, and why deep relaxation is the key to natural healing.The conversation also touches on the body's energy maps - chakras, dantians, and meridians - as well as insights from Shinto, Japan's nature-based spirituality that sees spirit in all things.This episode offers a heartfelt and grounded exploration of energy, healing, and the unique perspective of two Japanese women navigating life and spirituality in the West.✨ Stay tuned for the future episodes in the series, where Masako and Akiko dive deeper into hypnotherapy, inner child healing, and self-love.Listen to Episode 131: Reclaiming your true self: Spiritual awakening and inner child healingListen to Episode 132: Embracing your soul's assignment: Why you reincarnated nowAbout Akiko:Website: Akiko HoshiharaAkiko's InstagramResources discussed in this episode:Meaning of Reiki7 layers of aura + 7 chakrasChakras, Meridians, & DantiansYin & Yang EnergiesShinto way - Seeing spirits in everythingWays to connect with Masako:Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsiteSupport the show

    Molecule to Market: Inside the outsourcing space
    The People-first CEO of FUJIFILM Biotechnologies

    Molecule to Market: Inside the outsourcing space

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 53:19


    In this episode of Molecule to Market, you'll go inside the outsourcing space of the global drug development sector with Lars Petersen, President & Chief Executive Officer at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies.   Your host, Raman Sehgal, discusses the pharmaceutical and biotechnology supply chain with Lars, covering: The difficult decision to leave Novo Nordisk and make the jump from one great company to another in Genentech/Roche. How leaving a Biogen site led him to step away from big pharma after 25 years and transition to the CDMO side. How Fujifilm's culture of innovation, technology, quality, and people runs through the Biotechnologies division — and why empowerment and culture should never be compromised. Why the duplication of its CDMO sites globally, all running on the same kojoX platform, is truly differentiating. Why he believes the need to standardise, scale, and globalise drug production in a consistent, efficient, and traceable way is key to the future of the supply chain. Molecule to Market is also sponsored by Bora Pharma (boracdmo.com) and Charles River (www.criver.com), and supported by Lead Candidate.    Lars Petersen, CEO of FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, is recognized as a visionary leader in the life science sector, commanding a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with nearly 5,000 employees spread across Denmark, UK, USA, and Japan.    Distinguished for his strategic vision and a "people first" philosophy, Lars has profoundly impacted the company and the industry. His leadership journey saw him rise from Chief Operational Officer & Senior Vice President at the Danish site, where he established an empowering culture, to CEO, promoting transparency across all operations. Since his global leadership appointment in June 2023, Lars has been instrumental in cultural transformation, integrating a "people first" approach across FUJIFILM Biotechnologies' global facilities regardless of geographical differences.   Prior to his appointment as CEO, Lars was responsible for the Global Large Scale Commercial operation including full profit and loss accountability as well as the responsibility for over $6.2 Billion global expansions both in Hillerød, Denmark, and Holly Springs, North Carolina, USA.   Previously, Lars has held leadership positions with Biogen, Genentech/Roche, Novo Nordisk, Novozymes and NNE, and he has successfully executed projects in Europe, China and the US.   Lars holds a master's degree from the Technical University of Denmark.   Please subscribe, tell your industry colleagues and join us in celebrating and promoting the value and importance of the global life science outsourcing space. We'd also appreciate a positive rating! 

    All Fights Considered!
    227. Myspace Jokes (w/ John Griffis)

    All Fights Considered!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 69:42


    We are joined once again by the amazing John Griffis for another all-J episode! Everyone except Jevin talks about their recent trips to Japan.See John live with Industrial Kitchen or Your Fucked Up Relationship!Fight Court Plugs

    Defense & Aerospace Report
    Defense & Aerospace Report Podcast [Washington Roundtable Oct 03, '25]

    Defense & Aerospace Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 58:39


    On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Washington Roundtable, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute think tank, Michael Herson of American Defense International, former Pentagon Europe chief Jim Townsend of the Center for a New American Security, former Pentagon comptroller Dr. Dov Zakheim of the Center for Strategic and International Studies join Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss how long the US government shut down will last and the political dynamics that will shape its length and contours as the Trump administration uses the crisis to punish its enemies and fire more government workers; President Trump and his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's campaign against the military brass at an unprecedented meeting of senior uniformed leaders in Virginia that was as much Hegseth's drive for a new warrior ethos as to define himself as the president's successor and continue driving a wedge between senior military leaders and their more troops; the US strategy in Asia the administration continues to develop its national security and defense strategies and tapped former Pacific Air Forces commander Gen. Kenneth “Cruiser” Wilsbach as the next Air Force chief of staff; Russia's continued drone flights over Europe — including from a cargo ship — threats to undersea cables and ever bigger attacks on Ukraine as the White House now says it will provide Ukraine with targeting data to strike deep into Russian territory as some worry the disclosure is more about pressuring Moscow rather than helping Kyiv; Japan and Australia's announcement of deeper defense ties as Tokyo and Canberra worry about US reliability in the region; Washington's strategic pact with Qatar; Europe's “SnapBack” sanctions on Iran; and the president's 21-point plan to end fighting in Gaza. central to which is Hamas laying down its arms.

    The Test of Time
    Episode 483: Godzilla (1954) and Godzilla, King of the Monsters! (1956)

    The Test of Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 57:58


    Hydrogen bomb testing awakens an ancient monster that terrorizes Japan. Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to chat about getting a blood sample from a prehistoric beast, a carbon-dating debate, and a good gig for Steve Martin. Then we find out if 1954's Godzilla and 1956's Godzilla, King of the Monsters! stand the Test of Time. 

    Exploring Nature, Culture and Inner Life
    The Way of the Buddha - Shodo Harada Roshi and Host Michael Lerner

    Exploring Nature, Culture and Inner Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 60:21


    ~ The Japanese dialogue in this English language video podcast has been shortened for timing purposes. ~ The way of the Buddha is more a philosophy than a religion. It is a path, not a faith. Its core precepts describe a practice that leads to an experience. Arnold Toynbee once said that the coming of the dharma to the West might prove the greatest event of the 20th century. Shodo Harada Roshi has been described as a teacher's teacher of Zen Buddhism. He is a longtime friend of Commonweal. Come join us for a unique and precious experience of the Buddhist truth, the Buddhist way, and the Buddhist community. Shodo Harada Roshi Shodo Harada Roshi is Abbot of Sogen-ji, a 300-year-old Rinzai Zen monastery in Okayama, Japan. He is also Abbot of Tahoma Monastery on Whidbey Island north of Seattle. He founded Enso House, a hospice affiliated with Tahoma, where his students attend the dying. He is a master of Japanese calligraphy, and has conducted demonstrations at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco and the Metropolitan Museum in New York. His translator and colleague, Priscilla Daichi Storandt, is co-abbot at Tahoma and a senior teacher in her own right. Find out more on his website. Host Michael Lerner Michael is the president and co-founder of Commonweal. His principal work at Commonweal is with the Cancer Help Program, CancerChoices.org, the Omega Resilience Projects, the Collaborative on Health and the Environment, and The New School at Commonweal. He was the recipient of a MacArthur Prize Fellowship for contributions to public health in 1983 and is author of Choices in Healing: Integrating the Best of Conventional and Complementary Therapies (MIT Press). *** The New School is Commonweal's learning community and podcast — we offer conversations, workshops, and other events in areas that Commonweal champions: finding meaning, growing health and resilience, advocating for justice, and stewarding the natural world. We make our conversations into podcasts for many thousands of listeners world wide and have been doing this since 2007. Find out more about The New School at Commonweal on our website: tns.commonweal.org. And like/follow our Soundcloud channel for more great podcasts.

    Free Bird English: Teacher Talk
    271. Japan Wins Again!

    Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 26:36


    We are finally back! After our trips back to our home countries Big Rich and Abe are happy to be back in Japan. We talk about farting on airplanes, flying on Zip Air and a bunch of other stuff!Baird Beer! GET 10% OFF! Delicious craft beer! Coupon Code: TEACHER10 (enter at checkout)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bairdbeer.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Bird English: Teacher Talk (Socials)X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBEteachertalk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠55freebird.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Abe's Website: Lessons, Events, & Goods) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FBE Teacher Talk YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoGoエイブ会話 Podcast (Apple)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoGoエイブ会話 Podcast (Spotify)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoGoプロジェクト⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EnglishLearning #EnglishPodcast #LearnEnglish #ESL #EFL #EnglishListeningPractice #EnglishForBeginners #SlowEnglish #英語学習 #StudyEnglish #PodcastForESL

    The John Batchelor Show
    PREVIEW HEADLINE: US Enforcement of New Rules Targeting Adversarial Supply Chains GUEST NAME: Jack Burnham 50 WORD SUMMARY: John Bachelor speaks with Jack Burnham of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies about the Trump administration's new Commerce

    The John Batchelor Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 1:54


    PREVIEW HEADLINE: US Enforcement of New Rules Targeting Adversarial Supply Chains GUEST NAME: Jack Burnham 50 WORD SUMMARY: John Bachelor speaks with Jack Burnham of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies about the Trump administration's new Commerce and Treasury rules targeting adversarial weapons supply chains. The rules place critical components on the entity list. Enforcement requires significant allied cooperation, with Burnham recommending parallel policies from the EU, UK, and Japan. V

    Abroad in Japan
    Why Japan's Next Leader Could Change Everything | Feat. Ryotaro's Japan!

    Abroad in Japan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 38:06


    The big man is back with wor Chris to get down to brass tacks on all that's good in Japan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    CAGcast
    CAGcast #829: Prices Up!

    CAGcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 78:22


    The gang talks about the Saudi Arabian EA buyout, Xbox Game Pass price increases, and so much more!

    AEW Unrestricted
    Alex Windsor

    AEW Unrestricted

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 43:10


    Alex Windsor joins Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington to talk about her AEW debut at All In, opening AEW Dynamite against Mercedes Moné, and wrestling Toni Storm, Jamie Hayter, and Kris Statlander. She shares the pressure and excitement of competing at Forbidden Door in her home country, her early days in the UK wrestling scene, and what she's learned from her time in Japan. Alex also discusses the role Will Ospreay has played in her career, her experiences with the all-women's promotion EVE, and how she balances career, family and motherhood. The new AEW memorabilia launch from Upper Deck Authenticated features a lineup of standout autographed pieces – like Adam Copeland's Rated R Superstar print, Kenny Omega's ‘Flying High' gold, and MJF's plaid cashmere scarf. Available now! https://bit.ly/426EH5X AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Breaking Bread with Tom Papa
    Episode 285 - Alex Edelman

    Breaking Bread with Tom Papa

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 77:36


    Today on Breaking Bread Alex Edelman joins us at the table! He talks holding hands with a nervous flyer, wearing tefillins, and making pottery for Seth Rogen. He also opens up about the loss of his best friend and how he navigates the current state of the world. Alex is an Emmy and Tony Award winning comedian, actor and writer. Catch Alex in THE PAPER, streaming on Peacock now. ------------------ 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:06 Best Bread 0:02:25 Agreeing with Trump 0:04:30 Nervous flyers 0:07:25 Tefillin 0:09:25 Eat anything made with love 0:11:04 Making pottery for Seth Rogen 0:13:45 Roomates and dealing with death of best friend 0:18:45 Support of friends during loss 0:20:20 Adam Brace's effect on Alex 0:26:09 Jerry Seinfeld came to Alex's broadway show 0:30:53 Starting at the Comedy Cellar young 0:35:14 Wikipedia obsession 0:36:50 Writing and Acting in The Paper 0:46:30 Developing new hour 0:50:30 Tefillin p2 0:53:03 Getting tipsy off one drink 0:56:08 The Great Outdoors, 2 week walk in Japan, National Parks 1:01:14 Uncomfortable moment 1:04:57 State of the world 1:13:45 Influences ------------------ Tom Papa is a celebrated stand-up comedian with over 20 years in the industry. Watch Tom's new special "Home Free" out NOW on Netflix! Patreon - Patreon.com/BreakingBreadWithTomPapa Radio, Podcasts and more: https://linktr.ee/tompapa/ Website - http://tompapa.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tompapa Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tompapa Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comediantompapa Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/tompapa #tompapa #breakingbread #comedy #standup #standupcomedy #bread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Triple Click
    EA Goes Private And We Play Ghost of Yōtei

    Triple Click

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 68:40


    Kirk, Jason, and Maddy convene to talk about the big news of the week — Electronic Arts going private as part of a $55 billion leveraged buyout — and what it could mean for the people involved. Then they talk about Ghost of Yotei, the latest PlayStation 5 exclusive and an open-world samurai game about exploring feudal Japan and killing ronin with a sword. It's fun! One More Thing:Kirk: Baby StepsMaddy: Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)Jason: One Battle After Another (2025)LINKS:“How Private Equity Destroys the Companies You Depend On” - The Culture Study Podcast w/ Megan Greenwell: https://culturestudypod.substack.com/p/how-private-equity-destroys-the-companiesSupport Triple Click: http://maximumfun.org/joinAll-New Triple Click Merch!! https://maxfunstore.com/search?q=triple+click&options%5Bprefix%5D=lastJoin the Triple Click Discord: http://discord.gg/tripleclickpodTriple Click Ethics Policy: https://maximumfun.org/triple-click-ethics-policy/

    EV News Daily - Electric Car Podcast
    BRIEFLY: Porsche Cayenne, Genesis GV60 Magma, ICE Bans & more | 02 Oct 2025

    EV News Daily - Electric Car Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 4:16


    It's EV News Briefly for Thursday 02 October 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily PORSCHE CAYENNE EV INTERIOR TEASED IN FIRST LOOK https://evne.ws/4mMkzxs GENESIS GV60 MAGMA TEASER IS A SPOILER ALERT https://evne.ws/474tt4C SOUTH KOREA EYES 2035 NEW-VEHICLE FUEL BAN https://evne.ws/48tuG6T 2027 CHEVY BOLT EV SPOTTED UNCAMOUFLAGED  https://evne.ws/48bKI51 HYUNDAI IONIQ 9 XRT TRIM SPOTTED https://evne.ws/4nw68i1 LEAPMOTOR B10 LAUNCHING IN AUSTRALIA https://evne.ws/46PBSaS ALPINE A290 RALLY TROPHY SERIES DETAILS ANNOUNCED https://evne.ws/4mKJ6mq GERMAN HIGH COURT VOIDS VOLKSWAGEN SETTLEMENT https://evne.ws/4mDh6Rv GERMANY BLOCKS CYBERTRUCK IMPORT AND REGISTRATION https://evne.ws/4pOv063 SKODA ENYAQ SE L 85 GIVES BRAND A LONG-RANGE EV ELIGIBLE FOR UK INCENTIVES https://evne.ws/48aohgH 15 STATES MAINTAIN EV INCENTIVES AFTER FEDERAL CREDIT ENDS https://evne.ws/42ncJmu ELECTRIC CABIN CRUISER TOUR IN NORWAY https://evne.ws/4gRa1M5 TOYOTA JUST SOLD ONLY 18 EVs IN JAPAN https://evne.ws/4nEvgDy PORSCHE CAYENNE EV INTERIOR TEASED IN FIRST LOOK Porsche revealed the Cayenne Electric's advanced interior design, featuring a driver-focused curved display, optional passenger screen, and innovative "Ferry Pad" palm rest that makes touchscreen use more comfortable and precise. The cabin combines premium features like configurable mood modes, ambient lighting that communicates charging status, and power-adjustable rear seats with a smart blend of physical controls and digital technology. GENESIS GV60 MAGMA TEASER IS A SPOILER ALERT Genesis confirmed the high-performance GV60 Magma will debut by year's end, showcasing an aggressive rear spoiler design following extensive testing across three continents. This launch marks the exciting introduction of Genesis's Magma performance sub-brand, positioning the marque to compete directly with established performance divisions from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi. SOUTH KOREA EYES 2035 NEW-VEHICLE FUEL BAN South Korea is evaluating ambitious emissions reduction pathways that could see zero-emission vehicles reach 35% of all road vehicles by 2035, demonstrating strong climate leadership. The Ministry of Environment's proposal aligns with the Paris Agreement and would accelerate the nation's transition to clean transportation, building on the 850,000 ZEVs already on Korean roads. 2027 CHEVY BOLT EV SPOTTED UNCAMOUFLAGED The redesigned 2027 Chevy Bolt EV was captured in production-ready form, showcasing fresh styling with a modern lighting signature and integrated NACS charging port for seamless Tesla Supercharger access. Production is set to begin later this year at GM's Kansas facility, bringing back an affordable EV nameplate with updated technology and enhanced charging compatibility. HYUNDAI IONIQ 9 XRT TRIM SPOTTED Hyundai is expanding the IONIQ 9 lineup with an adventure-ready XRT variant featuring all-terrain tires, lifted suspension, and rugged styling that brings electric capability to off-road enthusiasts. Following the successful IONIQ 5 XRT formula, this new trim will offer enhanced capability while maintaining the IONIQ 9's impressive 335-mile range and three-row versatility. LEAPMOTOR B10 LAUNCHING IN AUSTRALIA Leapmotor is bringing exceptional EV value to Australia with the B10 compact SUV starting at just $38,990, making it the country's most affordable electric SUV. The lineup offers impressive specs including up to 516 km range, rapid 168 kW DC charging, and modern features at breakthrough pricing that makes EV ownership accessible to more buyers. ALPINE A290 RALLY TROPHY SERIES DETAILS ANNOUNCED Alpine is launching an exciting electric rally competition featuring the A290 Rallye, with comprehensive support including charging solutions, technical assistance, and a generous €236,000 annual prize pool starting in 2026. The innovative series connects competitors with Alpine's retail network while demonstrating electric performance in motorsport and offering pathways for both national and regional competitors. GERMAN HIGH COURT VOIDS VOLKSWAGEN SETTLEMENT A German court ruling requires Volkswagen to revisit shareholder approval processes for a 2021 diesel scandal settlement, emphasizing corporate transparency and governance standards. Volkswagen remains committed to reaching a similar resolution and has stated the reasons for the original agreement still apply as proceedings continue. GERMANY BLOCKS CYBERTRUCK IMPORT AND REGISTRATION German authorities determined the Tesla Cybertruck does not meet EU type-approval standards, demonstrating rigorous safety enforcement that protects pedestrians and vulnerable road users. The decision reinforces Europe's commitment to comprehensive vehicle safety regulations and ensures all vehicles on EU roads meet established protection standards. SKODA ENYAQ SE L 85 GIVES BRAND A LONG-RANGE EV ELIGIBLE FOR UK INCENTIVES Skoda introduced the Enyaq SE L 85 with an impressive 359-mile range while qualifying for the UK's Electric Car Grant, making long-range electric driving more affordable. Priced at £41,980 before incentives, the model combines excellent range with rapid 135 kW charging and comprehensive standard equipment including advanced driver assistance features. 15 STATES MAINTAIN EV INCENTIVES AFTER FEDERAL CREDIT ENDS Fifteen U.S. states are continuing their commitment to electric vehicle adoption by maintaining tax credits and rebates that help offset EV costs for residents. These state programs prioritize accessibility for low- and moderate-income households and often include support for home charging installation, ensuring the transition to clean transportation continues nationwide. ELECTRIC CABIN CRUISER TOUR IN NORWAY A comprehensive 16-day, 203-nautical-mile journey aboard a fully electric cabin cruiser in Norway successfully demonstrated the viability and practicality of battery-powered recreational boating. The Greenline yacht featured dual 40 kWh BMW batteries, reliable charging infrastructure throughout the region, and comfortable cruising capability that proves electric propulsion works beautifully for leisure boating. TOYOTA SELLS ONLY 18 EVs IN JAPAN IN AUGUST Toyota's global vehicle sales remain strong with a 6.2% increase year-to-date, and the company's overall electrified vehicle portfolio in Japan grew 8.8% thanks to robust hybrid and plug-in hybrid adoption. The company sold over 617,000 electrified vehicles in Japan through August, demonstrating continued leadership in multiple powertrain technologies.

    Capitalisn't
    Why Capitalism Stopped Working In Japan, with Takeo Hoshi

    Capitalisn't

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 47:55


    The Japanese economy was once the envy of the world. By the 1980s, it looked set to surpass the United States in size. Real estate prices were high, the stock market was booming—the entire world was asking if Japan had found a superior model of economic growth and recovery after World War II, one grounded in industrial policy.However, the bubble burst in the early 1990s, and what followed was not a quick recession and rebound as we have often seen in the U.S., but decades of stagnation. Near-zero deflation became entrenched, and the banking system turned into a drug of cheap borrowing rather than an engine for recovery, with the Bank of Japan pioneering quantitative easing by pushing interest rates to zero long before the U.S. Federal Reserve considered such steps in the wake of the 2007 financial crisis. Japan has never since returned to sustainable growth, and this matters for the world at large. A significant creditor to other countries, shifts in Japan's economic policy and fluctuations in its currency ripple across global interest rates, tightening or loosening financial conditions worldwide. Japan also remains a critical node in global supply chains (including for semiconductor chips and electronics), a major importer of energy, and not for nothing, its cultural exports continue to conquer the world.What lessons can Japan's lost decades of economic stagnation and missed opportunities offer the U.S. and other developed economies? Bethany and Luigi are joined by Takeo Hoshi, professor of economics at the University of Tokyo and a leading expert on Japan's financial system and economic stagnation. Together, they discuss Japan's idiosyncrasies—from demographic decline to economic policy mismanagement—and the interplay of global factors such as populism, nativism, and dissatisfaction with capitalism. If the U.S. is indeed on the cusp of its own economic bubble driven by oversized capital investments in artificial intelligence and technology rather than consumer spending and wage growth, does it have the institutions and flexibility to avoid Japan's fate? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sound & Vision
    Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka

    Sound & Vision

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 85:07


    Episode 494 / Alexa Kumiko HatanakaAlexa Kumiko Hatanaka is a Japanese-Canadian, artist based out of Toronto. She studied printmaking at OCAD University in Toronto. In 2023, she completed a residency at a washi paper mill in Japan's Kōchi Prefecture, where she studied papermaking traditions that date to the 7th century. She works primarily with paper, and uses printmaking, ink drawing and natural dying combined with sewing. She engages with historical paper processes and materials that both require and contribute to a clean environment.  Her adaptations of traditions, in the form of sculpture, large-scale print installations and wearable sculptures, address contemporary questions of climate change, mental health, and survival. Alexa's practice includes a decade of community-engaged projects based in the high Arctic, and collaborative performances that integrate and reinterpret kamiko, garments sewn out of washi.Alexa's work has been exhibited at Kotaro Nukaga (Tokyo, JP), Harper's Gallery (New York, USA), Art Gallery of Ontario (Toronto, CA), Toronto Biennial of Art (Toronto, CA), Ino-chō Paper Museum (Kōchi, Japan), and NADA (Miami, New York City). Recent acquisitions include the The British Museum (London, UK), Dallas Art Museum (Dallas, USA), Material Art and Design Museum (New York City, USA), Shiga Prefecture Museum (Otsu, JP), National Gallery of Canada (Ottawa, CA) and Wellin Museum (Clinton, USA). Alexa was a 2025 artist in residence at Black Rock Senegal.

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 23:00 (JST), October 02

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 27:57


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 23:00 (JST), October 02

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 14:00 (JST), October 02

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 27:57


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 14:00 (JST), October 02

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 18:00 (JST), October 02

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 28:00


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 18:00 (JST), October 02

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 03:00 (JST), October 03

    English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 27:57


    NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN - English News at 03:00 (JST), October 03

    SLOW FLOWERS with Debra Prinzing
    Episode 736: Meet the people, farms, and florists shaping Japan's Slow Flowers Movement

    SLOW FLOWERS with Debra Prinzing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 56:00


    A visit to Japan for two weeks in September was the ultimate dream come true. My husband Bruce and I, joined by three dear friends, experienced some of the country's incomparable beauty, culture, history, and tradition during our time in Kyoto and Tokyo. We watched World Class athletes compete in Tokyo's Olympic Stadium at the […] The post Episode 736: Meet the people, farms, and florists shaping Japan's Slow Flowers Movement appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.

    Death and Friends
    S6 E1 | Finger Prince? I Hardly Know Him: How A Few Murders Led to The Creation of The Forensic Fingerprinting System

    Death and Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 46:26


    Picture this: we're in the midst of a brainstorming for season six, and in an effort to impress a girl, we choose true crime. Can you imagine? Anyway this season is true crime.This episode is not just about thematic choice, kick off the season with us as we navigate the twists and turns of forensic history, starting in 1882 France, where the world of fingerprints take a giant step, there's a crime spree, and a french guy that will not let stuff go. Oh my! We back baby!⁠Support us on Patreon.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on BlueSky(@deathandfriends.bsky.social)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram(@deathandfriendspodcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Nash Flynn @itsnashflynn.bsky.social ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Angel Luna @GuerrillaJokes.bsky.social ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a KnaveryInk podcast.⁠⁠True Crime, Season Six, Pitches, Brainstorming, Paris, 1882, Metric Measurements, Mustachioed Masterminds, Forensic Science, Alphonse Bertillon, Facial Geometry, Criminal Identification, Fingerprinting, Stratton Brothers, Courtroom Drama, Expert Testimonies, Justice, French Thrusts, Comical Chaos, Workplace Dynamics, Cultural Sensitivity, Workplace Dynamics, Quirky Personalities, Historical Context, Advent, Dark Humor, Intriguing Narratives, Nepo Baby, Desk Job, Revolutionary, Criminal Identification, Physical Characteristics, Skepticism, Success, Prominence, French Police Force, Relatable, Scientific Achievements, Ravishol, Crimes, Execution, Fame, Ancient Babylonian, Chinese Practices, Johann Mayer, Sir William Herschel, Dr. Henry Folds, Uniqueness, Bengal, Japan, Modern Forensic Science, Humorous Commentary, Lightening, Grim Topic, Historic Case, Stratton Brothers, Alfred, Albert, Execution, Masks, Trial, Standard Practice, Europe, Expert Testimonies, Reliability, FBI, Technological Advancements, AI, Future Crime Scenes, Death, French Thrust, Mishaps, Misunderstandings, Life, Bur

    Bulletproof Screenplay® Podcast
    BPS 439: From Wrestling Rings to Public Access Mayhem: The Wild Ride of Mad Man Pondo

    Bulletproof Screenplay® Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 56:07 Transcription Available


    The world is far more peculiar than most of us dare to admit. Somewhere between a demolition derby and a wrestling ring, between the crackle of VHS tapes and the shriek of late-night public access, lies a man who has turned mayhem into meaning. On today's episode, we welcome the unparalleled and unfiltered Mad Man Pondo, a professional wrestler and author whose life has been a whirlwind of body slams, topless TV hosts, and late-night green room oddities. With a voice still rough from last night's match, he guides us into a tale of chaos, tenacity, and triumph.Mad Man Pondo—real name Kevin Canady—is not merely a character in the ring. He is a living mosaic of outrageous stories and unshakable spirit.Raised in a reserved household, he found himself drawn to the fever-pitched passion of pro wrestling his grandparents once yelled at on their living room TV. That early spark lit a fire, and he never let it go out. As he says in this episode, “My mom still has the paper I filled out in grade school that said I wanted to be a professional wrestler.” That dream, written in crayon, would become a 30-year odyssey through blood, barbed wire, and blinding spotlights.The journey to the ring was not paved with ease. Pondo describes the brutal, often humiliating, early days of wrestling school—the beatings, the busted lips, the sheer will required to prove he belonged. He tells of how many walked away, unwilling to endure it, while he pressed on. That kind of devotion would become his defining trait. When the legendary Abdullah the Butcher told him he had the talent to wrestle in Japan, Pondo drove through the night, edited his best matches on two old VCRs, and mailed the tape by sunrise. The result? Forty-three trips to the Land of the Rising Sun.But Pondo's life wasn't confined to the ring. Ever curious, ever mischievous, he created “Skull Talk,” a public access show featuring wrestling commentary and, yes, topless women sitting on his lap.Equal parts performance art and rebellion, the show sandwiched between two church broadcasts caused outrage and fandom in equal measure. “One preacher would send me scripture every week,” he laughs. “But I knew he watched every episode.” This was Pondo in his purest form—pushing boundaries, dancing at the edge of decency, and always keeping his audience on their toes.What's perhaps most impressive is his ability to weave these escapades into something strangely noble. Whether talking about riding shotgun in a demolition derby car painted with horror icons or booking outrageous guests for the Jerry Springer Show, there's a heart beneath the madness. His creation of “Girl Fight,” an all-women's wrestling promotion, is a testament to his desire to give others a platform, to share the stage, to pass the torch. He's not just fighting for himself anymore—he's built a ring where others can rise too.And then there's the book, Memoirs of a Mad Man, a wild ride through his memories, filled with stories that make you laugh, cringe, and occasionally tear up. One story he held secret for decades—a deeply personal moment with wrestling legend Junkyard Dog—was finally shared in its pages. “I thought, you know what, let's put this in there,” he says. “It was time.” In telling that story, and many others, he transformed scars into stories and chaos into legacy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.