Podcasts about Gaijin

In this episode of the Books on Asia podcast, Amy Chavez talks with Baye McNeil talk about being a black minority in Japan, Japanese views of black people, the "African Samurai," the arrival of Commodore Perry in 1854 (who brought a minstrel show with him who performed "blackface"), and some of the media's portrayals of black people in both the US and Japan. He cites the original Calpis beverage label with a blackface character and mentions tropes in Japanese television. He suggests Japanese change the way they tell stories and  use biracial people to represent black people rather than their own representations of black people. He also reflects on teaching English in Japan, the power of propaganda, and the idea of "American exceptionalism."As a writer, columnist, and activist, Baye McNeil writes about diversity and inclusiveness. McNeil is a columnist for The Japan Times (English) where he writes the monthly column called "Black Eye" about the African American experience living in Japan and also writes for Toyokeizai Online (Japanese) where he shares reflections on life and race, as well as profiling people of color who are reshaping Japan's cultural landscape. He is author of two previous books: Hi! My Name is Loco and I am a Racist and Loco in Yokohama, both of which offer accounts of life as a visible minority in Japan. His latest book is Words By Baye, Art By Miki: Crafting a Life Together with Affection, Creativity, and Resilience.Baye's favorite books on Japan are Shogun, Gaijin, and James Clavell's entire series.Be sure to check out Baye's bookWords By Baye, Art By Miki: Crafting a Life Together with Affection, Creativity, and Resilience available on Amazon.Visit him on social media at the following links:Website: www.bayemcneil.comAmazonGoodreadsFacebookLinkedInInstagram The Books on Asia Podcast is sponsored by Stone Bridge Press. Check out their books on Japan at the publisher's website.Amy Chavez, podcast host, is author of Amy's Guide to Best Behavior in Japan and The Widow, the Priest, and the Octopus Hunter: Discovering a Lost Way of Life on a Secluded Japanese Island.Books on AsiaTwitter: @BooksOnAsiaSubscribe to the BOA podcast at https://linktr.ee/booksonasia

Bienvenue à une nouvelle année au PDVELH! Le rendez-vous des passionnés de livres-jeux! Aujourd'hui, on plonge dans un format qui mêle narration interactive et bande dessinée avec Zone 25, une BD dont vous êtes le héros publiée par Makaka Éditions. Un mélange explosif entre aventure, énigmes et choix décisifs qui vous plongera dans un univers dystopique aussi fascinant que dangereux. Alors, comment Zone 25 renouvelle-t-elle l'expérience du livre-jeu ? Quels défis et mécaniques l'attendent entre ses pages illustrées? On en parle tout de suite! Bonne écoute! --- Artiste 2D Né en 1978, il adopte d'abord le pseudonyme DoubleDams, avant de devenir 2D, un nom qu'il ne quittera plus. Issu d'une famille d'artistes, il découvre la BD franco-belge avec Tintin, Astérix et Spirou, mais c'est L'Incal de Moebius et Jodorowsky qui déclenche sa vocation. Après un bac littéraire, il poursuit des études artistiques en Belgique. Pour percer, il se lance en freelance en illustration et graphisme, ouvrant en 2009 son blog Doubledams ouvre les vannes. Il privilégie un dessin détaillé, ralentissant la lecture pour mieux captiver le regard, comme il l'explique dans une interview pour Le Calamar Noir. En 2015, les éditions Makaka lui confient le dessin de Loup-Garou et Your Town, deux BD dont vous êtes le héros. Plus récemment, il publie Gaijin, une histoire érotique au Japon (Glénat, 2021). Pour Zone 25, son souci du détail s'exprime pleinement, chaque case regorgeant d'éléments à explorer. --- Musique: Bourgeoisie - Industrial Sector 3083 Powerglove - Warzone --- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PDVELH & Vous pouvez nous retrouver sur iTunes https://tinyurl.com/2xefx2j6 Sound Cloud https://tinyurl.com/4f3v7t94 Spotify https://tinyurl.com/2rmmmeed YouTube https://tinyurl.com/9cjazp45 Et notre Site Web http://tau-ceti.org/index.html

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Jori Negin-Shecter (@JNeginShecter) and Zach Worden (@Worden_Zach) are joined by Evan Christie (@GaijinBaseball) to discuss the Toronto Blue Jays being named finalists in the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes, where the star Japanese right-hander may end up and what he brings to MLB.

Send us a textAll differences are sorted & congratulations exchanged as Jason is joined by author & rocker & colleague Iain Maloney for an interface about Iain's Scottish-themed KISS character, the geeks & the posh, selling out, sticking by your decisions, having no stories to tell, and dying in Japan. Merry Christmas, everyone! Join the early sh*t chat at https://www.facebook.com/WRTESpodcast & on Instagram @writersreadtheirearlyshit. Thanks to Wayne Emde for the artwork, Joe Emde for help with the intro, and you, wherever & whoever & however you are, for listening. Support the show

We make fun of 'real tsundere' but ever wonder what it's like to date a cute girl who loves you so much she's willing to kill you and then herself? True story happened Tokyo.Check us out on:www.tkorajio.com***Support our Patreon to get access to bonus episodes and episodes 1-50 over at:https://www.patreon.com/TKOrajioPlease give us a 5 star review on Spotify and Apple Podcast to help us out Contact us at:tkorajio@gmail.comInstagram: tko_rajioTwitter @TKO_RAJIO

Join Edgar Avila on this exciting episode of The Snug Wrestling Podcast as he provides a comprehensive breakdown of WWE Friday Night SmackDown from October 11, 2024. Featuring special guest Light Skin Gaijin, they dive into all the night's key moments, including Roman Reigns' intense confrontation, LA Knight's US Championship defense, and the tag team title match between Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, Jakara Jackson, and Lash Legend.Light Skinned Gaijin brings his unique perspective and analysis, making this episode a must-listen for any WWE fan. Don't miss out on the detailed recap, insightful commentary, and engaging discussion on this action-packed SmackDown episode!

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Author: Aaron Fischman Book: A BASEBALL GAIJIN: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back Publishing: ‎ Sports Publishing (June 18, 2024) Synopsis (from the Publisher): Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The Arizona State pitcher was drafted in 2006 by the in-state Diamondbacks. […] The post AARON FISCHMAN – A BASEBALL GAIJIN: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back appeared first on KSCJ 1360.

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Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of Ball Talk! This week, Brig and Brad speak with Aaron Fischman, author of the book, "A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back." They talk about the story of Tony Barnette, who the book's about, and some of Aaron's process for writing and researching. Enjoy! Buy "A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683584775?&tag=skyhorsepub-20 Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and a review. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out the links below to follow us on social media, submit to the mailbag, leave a voicemail, and support the show with our affiliates. Baseball Together only partners with companies we believe in. Get exclusive Baseball Together content on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3JDXV6W  Shop Fanatics and get your gear for the season: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/9WmE4E  Use code "BTPOD" at check out for 10% off Chinook Seedery: https://bit.ly/3Act6Fg  Use code “BASEBALL2GETHER” at check out for 5% off Seed Sack: http://bit.ly/3KNBM9L  Watch More of the Podcast: http://bit.ly/37FNkqi  Join the Facebook Group: http://bit.ly/2QzPmQM  Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/31IYoSl  Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QES6gn  Follow us on TikTok: http://bit.ly/3tFOnBl  Do you have a question for Brig and Brad? Submit a question to the mailbag or leave a voicemail and they'll give you a shoutout on the show! Submit to Our Mailbag: http://bit.ly/2P5UtIV  Leave Us a Voicemail: https://bit.ly/3iFXL1Z Support the people who support us! Follow the link below to learn more about how you can support the podcast through our affiliate partners. Baseball Together only partners with companies we believe in. Use code “BASEBALL2GETHER” at checkout for 5% off Seed Sack: http://bit.ly/3KNBM9L Get a FREE month of Audible: https://bit.ly/3nvIVgt Use code “BASEBALLTOGETHER” to save $20 on your first order with SeatGeek: https://seatgeek.com/  Support Our Other Affiliate Partners: https://bit.ly/3dJpuNr  Links to our favorite companies are affiliate links, which means we'll get a part of each sale. It's an easy way for you to support the show while getting new stuff!

Aaron Fischman joins us to talk about his book "A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back" Visit Sports Writers Inc. on Substack! 

Aaron Fischman joins us to talk about his book, A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back. ⁠Buy A Baseball Gaijin⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow Aaron Fischman on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Twin Bill Lit Journal⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ Hosted by Scott Bolohan Music by Mark Bolohan

DeKalb High School wrestling coach J.D. Oliva has a lot of hobbies and interests. From teaching and coaching to film making and writing, Oliva's written a number of independent books over the years. His newest takes his passion for professional wrestling (aka sports entertainment) and turns it into a thriller with the backdrop of Japanese pro wrestling and the Yakuza. Check out the book and perks on his kickstarter page here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jdoliva/gaijin-an-international-pro-wrestling-thriller We dive into our affinity for pro wrestling as a youth, Gable Steveson's foray into the WWE and our opinions on what may have went wrong, our trips to Fargo over the last decade plus, the organizational awesomeness that leads to Team Illinois' performances in Fargo each and every year and then later, we get into random bad movies like Kingdom of Spiders and some personal favorites like Big Trouble in Little China and They Live! The updated Mat Talk Online Fargo Almanac is now available. Get yours today with every juicy nugget of Fargo history you can shake a stick at http://www.fargoalmanac.com Want an ad-free version of the show? Hit up the Patreon link at patreon.com/mattalkonline to contribute and get your own ad-free RSS feed for (most of) the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network. Links to FollowJoin the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discordDaily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/newsContribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contributePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime Short Time Wrestling Podcast: Episode 752 – Recorded June 27, 2024

Illinois high school wrestling coach and novelist J.D. Oliva is back to talk about his newest project.

This is the second and final installment of a two-part interview with videographer Martin from Martin Show Japan. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, start here.Anyone wanting to learn more about Martin can follow him on Twitter where he posts as Gaijin Otousan.LINKS:Martin Show: Japan Gets Racist (used in the outro) Outro 70s Jazz was taken from here (highly recommended) Echo in the Valley Trailer (Netflix) Pink Floyd - Another Brick in the Wall (intro) The Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and crowd-funded, so if you like what you hear, please consider supporting the show.Got something to say? You can reach me at the following: deep.in.japan.podcast@gmail.comThanks for listening!

In this episode, we speak with videographer Martin from Martin Show Japan about his life in Japan. You can learn more about him on Twitter where he posts as Gaijin Otousan. This is part 1 of a 2-part interview.LINKS:Introducing the Mentally Retarded (Educational Film 1964)Word Association (SNL Season 1, 1975) Office Space - In the Car Rapping (1999) The Jerk - Born a Poor Black Child (1979)Chaos in Washington (BCC Jan 27, 2021) Why Americans Have So Much Debt (CNBC Jan 9, 2023) Comfortably Numb Japanese Cover (Pink Floyd/ph4320)The Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and crowd-funded, so if you like what you hear, please consider supporting the show.Got something to say? You can reach me at the following: deep.in.japan.podcast@gmail.comThanks for listening!

Send us a Text Message.We are back!!! This week we are joined by our friend, best selling and award winning author JD Oliva as he talks about his new Kick Starter project Gaijin. We also talk a little bit of Marvel news, talk being a Father, and so much more.Follow on X: @knee4mvdFollow JD on X: @JD_OlivaKickstarter: GAIJIN: An International Pro Wrestling Thriller by James Oliva — KickstarterRomance by Rick Support the Show.

In this episode, we welcome back anti-woke/anti-anti-woke scholar, Mike Burke, to discuss the recent incident at Yasaka Shrine; an unrelated issue involving a Chinese man urinating on and defacing Yasukuni Shrine; and the most controversial game in Ubisoft's library, Assassin's Creed Shadows, featuring Yasuke, the so-called first black samurai.LINKS! Japanese hospitality wears thin as overtourism takes toll ”八坂神社騒動” に新展開！

My special guest tonight is Thomas Bauerle who's here to discuss his book about hauntings in Japan. Buy the book.   Kanashibari: A ghost that comes to people in their sleep and holds them down so they can't move. Often, besides being held immobile, the victim of a kanashibari will also hear voices, and be approached by various spiritual entities. Discover the seriously scary side of one of the oldest cultures in the world in this brand new spectral-packed paranormal release from author Thomas Bauerle! Kanashibari- True Encounters with the supernatural In Japan. If you are curious about the afterlife, you will find this book intriguing. You've read about poltergeists? You know about the Enfield Haunting? You know about Amityville? But what do you know about the ghosts of Japan? Thomas Bauerle provides us with story after terrifying story of true encounters with Japanese ghosts, spirits, poltergeist, and other scary phenomena including his own creepy experiences with the supernatural in his adopted home - Japan. Some of the events described in this book are so terrifying that they may live with you for several days. But if you are serious about educating yourself about the paranormal—this book has to be on your list. Let me ask you this. Do you want to experience real chills rolling down your spine? Yes? Then download your copy of Kanashibari – True Encounters With the Supernatural of Japan right now. And remember… only the strong survive…Includes Chapters on Gaijin and ghosts, Kanashibari, Japanese Seers, Japanese Ghostbusters, Family ghost encounters, haunted places in Japan, Kokkurisan, and ghostly footprints……Excerpts - We began to hear the sound of someone moving around upstairs when there was no one there. The sound of walking and furniture being moved. My body, arms, and legs couldn't move! And I couldn't breathe! And I had no voice to speak! A Zahiki-Warashi is a ghost that looks like a young child and inhabits your house. If you treat it kindly, it will bring good fortune to you and your household.

Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The Arizona State pitcher was drafted in 2006 by the in-state Diamondbacks. Gradually ascending the minor-league ladder, it looked like this was the beginning of a blessed life, where he could play the game he loved on the grandest of stages in front of family and friends. But things don't always work out the way we want. On the verge of achieving his lifelong dream after notching a league-high 14 wins in Triple A, Tony looked ahead to 2010 with optimism. That's when Japan came calling, offering a significant salary hike in exchange for forgoing a likely forthcoming big-league debut. The Diamondbacks agreed to release Tony so he could play for Tokyo's Yakult Swallows, the renowned Yomiuri Giants' intra-city rivals. At the time, the only thing he had in common with the country was a love for baseball. He did not know the language and was unfamiliar with Nippon Professional Baseball and essentially everything else. On his own in a strange land, the burning desire to one day make the major leagues never subsided. He knew the odds were against him, as less than one quarter of gaijin (Japanese for “foreigner”) ballplayers who go to Japan appear in the majors at any point thereafter. First-year struggles led to multiple demotions and his end-of-year release. But when you're chasing a dream, you expect to encounter several obstacles. Tony refused to be deterred. Over six seasons in Japan, the starter became a reliever and then a closer. After a strong 2015 season, in which he guided his long-suffering Swallows to the Japan Series, he finally got the call he had been waiting for. Signing with the Texas Rangers in December, Tony would make his first major-league appearance on April 5, 2016, at age thirty-two. He'd go on to pitch four seasons with the Rangers and Chicago Cubs, fulfilling a lifelong dream. In A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back (Sports Publishing, 2024), Aaron Fischman tells Tony's story of perseverance, determination, and never giving up on your dream. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The Arizona State pitcher was drafted in 2006 by the in-state Diamondbacks. Gradually ascending the minor-league ladder, it looked like this was the beginning of a blessed life, where he could play the game he loved on the grandest of stages in front of family and friends. But things don't always work out the way we want. On the verge of achieving his lifelong dream after notching a league-high 14 wins in Triple A, Tony looked ahead to 2010 with optimism. That's when Japan came calling, offering a significant salary hike in exchange for forgoing a likely forthcoming big-league debut. The Diamondbacks agreed to release Tony so he could play for Tokyo's Yakult Swallows, the renowned Yomiuri Giants' intra-city rivals. At the time, the only thing he had in common with the country was a love for baseball. He did not know the language and was unfamiliar with Nippon Professional Baseball and essentially everything else. On his own in a strange land, the burning desire to one day make the major leagues never subsided. He knew the odds were against him, as less than one quarter of gaijin (Japanese for “foreigner”) ballplayers who go to Japan appear in the majors at any point thereafter. First-year struggles led to multiple demotions and his end-of-year release. But when you're chasing a dream, you expect to encounter several obstacles. Tony refused to be deterred. Over six seasons in Japan, the starter became a reliever and then a closer. After a strong 2015 season, in which he guided his long-suffering Swallows to the Japan Series, he finally got the call he had been waiting for. Signing with the Texas Rangers in December, Tony would make his first major-league appearance on April 5, 2016, at age thirty-two. He'd go on to pitch four seasons with the Rangers and Chicago Cubs, fulfilling a lifelong dream. In A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back (Sports Publishing, 2024), Aaron Fischman tells Tony's story of perseverance, determination, and never giving up on your dream. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The Arizona State pitcher was drafted in 2006 by the in-state Diamondbacks. Gradually ascending the minor-league ladder, it looked like this was the beginning of a blessed life, where he could play the game he loved on the grandest of stages in front of family and friends. But things don't always work out the way we want. On the verge of achieving his lifelong dream after notching a league-high 14 wins in Triple A, Tony looked ahead to 2010 with optimism. That's when Japan came calling, offering a significant salary hike in exchange for forgoing a likely forthcoming big-league debut. The Diamondbacks agreed to release Tony so he could play for Tokyo's Yakult Swallows, the renowned Yomiuri Giants' intra-city rivals. At the time, the only thing he had in common with the country was a love for baseball. He did not know the language and was unfamiliar with Nippon Professional Baseball and essentially everything else. On his own in a strange land, the burning desire to one day make the major leagues never subsided. He knew the odds were against him, as less than one quarter of gaijin (Japanese for “foreigner”) ballplayers who go to Japan appear in the majors at any point thereafter. First-year struggles led to multiple demotions and his end-of-year release. But when you're chasing a dream, you expect to encounter several obstacles. Tony refused to be deterred. Over six seasons in Japan, the starter became a reliever and then a closer. After a strong 2015 season, in which he guided his long-suffering Swallows to the Japan Series, he finally got the call he had been waiting for. Signing with the Texas Rangers in December, Tony would make his first major-league appearance on April 5, 2016, at age thirty-two. He'd go on to pitch four seasons with the Rangers and Chicago Cubs, fulfilling a lifelong dream. In A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back (Sports Publishing, 2024), Aaron Fischman tells Tony's story of perseverance, determination, and never giving up on your dream. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The Arizona State pitcher was drafted in 2006 by the in-state Diamondbacks. Gradually ascending the minor-league ladder, it looked like this was the beginning of a blessed life, where he could play the game he loved on the grandest of stages in front of family and friends. But things don't always work out the way we want. On the verge of achieving his lifelong dream after notching a league-high 14 wins in Triple A, Tony looked ahead to 2010 with optimism. That's when Japan came calling, offering a significant salary hike in exchange for forgoing a likely forthcoming big-league debut. The Diamondbacks agreed to release Tony so he could play for Tokyo's Yakult Swallows, the renowned Yomiuri Giants' intra-city rivals. At the time, the only thing he had in common with the country was a love for baseball. He did not know the language and was unfamiliar with Nippon Professional Baseball and essentially everything else. On his own in a strange land, the burning desire to one day make the major leagues never subsided. He knew the odds were against him, as less than one quarter of gaijin (Japanese for “foreigner”) ballplayers who go to Japan appear in the majors at any point thereafter. First-year struggles led to multiple demotions and his end-of-year release. But when you're chasing a dream, you expect to encounter several obstacles. Tony refused to be deterred. Over six seasons in Japan, the starter became a reliever and then a closer. After a strong 2015 season, in which he guided his long-suffering Swallows to the Japan Series, he finally got the call he had been waiting for. Signing with the Texas Rangers in December, Tony would make his first major-league appearance on April 5, 2016, at age thirty-two. He'd go on to pitch four seasons with the Rangers and Chicago Cubs, fulfilling a lifelong dream. In A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back (Sports Publishing, 2024), Aaron Fischman tells Tony's story of perseverance, determination, and never giving up on your dream. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The Arizona State pitcher was drafted in 2006 by the in-state Diamondbacks. Gradually ascending the minor-league ladder, it looked like this was the beginning of a blessed life, where he could play the game he loved on the grandest of stages in front of family and friends. But things don't always work out the way we want. On the verge of achieving his lifelong dream after notching a league-high 14 wins in Triple A, Tony looked ahead to 2010 with optimism. That's when Japan came calling, offering a significant salary hike in exchange for forgoing a likely forthcoming big-league debut. The Diamondbacks agreed to release Tony so he could play for Tokyo's Yakult Swallows, the renowned Yomiuri Giants' intra-city rivals. At the time, the only thing he had in common with the country was a love for baseball. He did not know the language and was unfamiliar with Nippon Professional Baseball and essentially everything else. On his own in a strange land, the burning desire to one day make the major leagues never subsided. He knew the odds were against him, as less than one quarter of gaijin (Japanese for “foreigner”) ballplayers who go to Japan appear in the majors at any point thereafter. First-year struggles led to multiple demotions and his end-of-year release. But when you're chasing a dream, you expect to encounter several obstacles. Tony refused to be deterred. Over six seasons in Japan, the starter became a reliever and then a closer. After a strong 2015 season, in which he guided his long-suffering Swallows to the Japan Series, he finally got the call he had been waiting for. Signing with the Texas Rangers in December, Tony would make his first major-league appearance on April 5, 2016, at age thirty-two. He'd go on to pitch four seasons with the Rangers and Chicago Cubs, fulfilling a lifelong dream. In A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back (Sports Publishing, 2024), Aaron Fischman tells Tony's story of perseverance, determination, and never giving up on your dream. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/japanese-studies

Trent is back from Japan and ready to talk about a wild couple of shows with Jeff. Including a Baka Gaijin featuring a secret 'bonus' match, a Darejyo Extra event that introduced a new rookie, and even having Happy Birthday sung to him! On top of all that, the guys break down the myriad of unique appearances being made by the Gatoh Move team away from the Chocolate Mat and hear about how Jeff avoids the topics of birthdays! ⁠Read our features on our website WrestleInn.com.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Twitter @WrestleInn.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon at patreon.com/WrestleInn.

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Samurai vs Redcoat. In this episode we examine the multiple times that bayonet and Katana battled during the 1860s. It includes the bombardment of Kagoshima and also the Shimonoseki campaign. This is the story behind James Clavell's Gaijin: a tale of samurai, imperialism, politics, war and gunboat diplomacy in the Wild East. This podcast also sees the first American earn the Victoria Cross and the ancient rule of the Japanese Shoguns come to an end. Thanks to Joshua Provan for researching and writing the script. His YouTube channel can be found here - https://www.youtube.com/@adventuresinhistoryland5501 His book Wild East is available via this link - https://amzn.to/3un24KU Sign up my mailing list to receive your free eBook about the Battle of Isandlwana:  http://bit.ly/redcoathistory 

Sometimes you need a little help from your friends! That's why we've enlisted Brett from We Need Wrestling and Wings on Wings to join us to talk rasslin' this week! Whether it's which gaijin should have been bigger in the US or the detective work on the Bloodline, or just how great a good old fashioned ring clearing can be, we've got it all!Final Wrestling Place is a proud member of the Soon To Be Named Network - soontobenamednetwork.comIf you want to help the show, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play,  Spotify, Player FM, TuneIn, Castbox, Amazon Music or Podchaser and leave a comment.Get your Soon To Be Named Network merch thanks to TeePublic! Check out our designs at here! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/longboxheroesCheck out all the podcasts featuring Tim and/or Marcus here! - https://linktr.ee/tmshows 

On today's show, Gaijin Girl discusses Jewish Voices for Peace and the Israel/Palestine situation. GUEST OVERVIEW: Gaijin Girl is an activist associated with Jewish Voices for Peace. You can find her on Twitter/X: @gaijingirl2004.

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Paul Virant is executive chef and owner of Vie, Vistro Prime and Gaijin, Chicago's first okonomiyaki restaurant. Virant opened Gaijin in 2019, serving the savory Japanese pancakes born on the streets of Hiroshima and Osaka. In this episode, David Manilow learns all about Virant's recent trip to Osaka with World Business Chicago.Plus, Virant explains the inspiration for Petite Vie — his new restaurant coming in the spring of 2024.

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Welcome back to the Mike & JD Show, hosted by Mike Gilbert and JD Oliva. On this week's episode, we discuss:- Is BOGO Max (MJF) killing AEW?- Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame Inductees- The WCW Invasion of the WWF in 2001If you enjoy this content and want to support the show, get full episodes of the Mike & JD Show early an ad-free, plus full audio & video of our Overtime show, Brace for IMPACT, The JD Oliva Project, our daily news show, weekly chapters of JD's book Gaijin, exclusive articles and much more, head to Patreon.com/themikeandjdshow and become a premium subscriber today.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Zieh dein Schwert, Gaijin! Ben und Hardy sprechen über den Wii-Launch-Titel Red Steel. Das Spiel warb damals mit (dank Wiimote) besonders realistischer Waffen- und vor allem Schwertsequenzen, konnte aber letztlich nicht voll überzeugen. Die Herren Dibbert und Heßdörfer hatten aber dennoch Freude an diesem Titel, den sie im Laufe dieser Episode gar mit dem Neologismus "Guilty Gem" bedenken. Obendrein nehmen sie euch mit auf eine Reise zur Anfangszeit der Wii, als die Bewegungssteuerung noch frisch und unverbraucht war und Controller schnell zum Wurfgeschoss wurden ;) Oh, ab dieser Folge haben unsere Episoden-Cover ein neues Layout, dafür zeichnet Dennis Deuster verantwortlich. Sprecher: Hardy Heßdörfer & Ben Dibbert Lust direkt über diese Folge zu diskutieren? Schau doch mal im Nerdwelten Discord Kanal oder auf unserer Facebook Seite vorbei! Auf Twitter sind wir ebenfalls zu finden und freuen uns über dein Feedback! Für Unterstützung via Patreon und Steady sind wir sehr dankbar! Dort erhalten Unterstützer Zugang zu monatlichen Bonus-Folgen. Lust auf Nerdwelten Merchandise (Shirts, Tassen, Caps...)? HIER ENTLANG Nerdwelten Musik: Ben Dibbert (Nordischssound) Introstimme: Claudia Urbschat-Mingues Schnitt: Hardy Heßdörfer Produktion: Hardy Heßdörfer Cover-Layout: Dennis Deuster Musik, Bilder und Samples aus Red Steel (Musik von Tom Salta)

Nomadic Gaijin returns to speak about state of IRL streaming in Japan. Nomadic Gaijin is a YouTuber, Streamer, and long time expat in Japan. You can find his travel videos on YouTube and catch his IRL streams on Twitch, Reddit, and YouTube. Nomadic Gaijin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NomadicGaijin Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nomadicgaijin/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Nomadic_Gaijin Discord: https://discord.gg/AbqFC9EHbY Click these links! How to Move to & Work in Japan E-Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BSOBL22/ Subscribe on iTunes: https://tinyurl.com/lonestarpod Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fe9HH5VNPnu8KbGM3pvkN Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lonestarundertherisingsun Blog: https://lonestarrisingsun.blogspot.com/ Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/lonestarpod1

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are joined once again at Disgraeland Studios by the inimitable comedian and movie director Seth Pomeroy! This week, we're testing out an energy drink called "Gorilla Mind" from a guy who runs a very silly website called "More Plates, More Dates". We also try out some Japanese cookies that look exactly like burgers for some reason (???). We pay tribute to the late great professional wrestler, Terry Funk, by checking out some tracks from his one and only music album from 1984: 'Great Texan'. We also run down our Top 3 lists of best Canadian musicians and most-overrated places in Los Angeles. ZZ Top's "Gimme All Your Lovin'" is our JAM OF THE WEEK! Give us a listen today and change your dang ol' life.  Find Seth Dalton Pomeroy @SethPomeroy pretty much everywhere.  Rivers is @RiversLangley  Sam is @SlamHarter  Carter is @Carter_Glascock  Subscribe on Patreon for HOURS of bonus content and growing ALL THE TIME!  http://patreon.com/TheGoodsPod Pick up a Goods from the Woods t-shirt at:  http://prowrestlingtees.com/TheGoodsPod

This week we sat down with Nomadic Gaijin to talk about livestreaming IRL in Japan, making the move full time to streaming, and living in Japan for over the last 15 years. Luke: Youtube Twitch Instagram Contact Us: Email Twitter: @tokyofreshpod Instagram: @tokyofreshpodcast @afroinjapan @zyrell MERCH JPN USA/EU/WORLD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tokyofresh/message

This week on Krewe of Japan... Jenn & Doug sit down with Rin of Mainichi Kimono to better understand the intricate world of kimono. Rin shares so much knowledge about the rich history and culture surrounding one of Japan's most distinguished fashions, including the types of kimono, etiquette & accessories, & the training is involved in becoming a kimono stylist... among so much more! You won't want to miss out on this one!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram:@kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ More Info on Rin (Mainichi Kimono) ------Support and Commission Rin on Ko-fiMainichi Kimono TwitterMainichi Kimono Instagram

Baka Gaijin mora no Japão e é sommelier de becos.

Welcome to Rurikhan & Gaijin Hunter's 3rd Fleet Podcast where we  talk about all things Monster Hunter as well as variety of other topics  occasionally. Check us out on Youtube: https://youtube.com/gaijinhunter https://youtube.com/rurikhan Join our Discords: https://discord.gg/gaijinhunter https://discord.gg/0lZ8FdxvIzBGUqpm

Em 1945, duas bombas atômicas sobre o Japão mataram centenas de milhares de pessoas e colocaram fim à Segunda Guerra Mundial. A milhares de quilômetros dali, no interior do Estado de São Paulo, começava outra guerra. Uma guerra secreta, de japoneses contra japoneses. De um lado, estavam os imigrantes que aceitavam a realidade de que o Japão tinha perdido a guerra - os derrotistas, ou makegumi. De outro, estavam os vitoristas, ou kachigumi. Eles acreditavam numa teoria conspiratória, divulgada por meio de uma ampla rede de notícias falsas, que colocava o Japão com o vencedor da guerra. No centro desse movimento, estava uma organização nacionalista chamada Shindo Renmei - Liga do Caminho dos Súditos, em japonês. Mas uma parte dessa organização foi muito além da propagação de fake news. Ela criou células terroristas que promoveram uma série de atentados a bomba e assassinatos de imigrantes que aceitavam a derrota do Japão. Entre os anos de 1946 e 1947, foram 23 mortos e cerca de 150 feridos. Os atentados e assassinatos deram origem a um dos maiores processos judiciais da história do Brasil, com mais de 30 mil detidos. Apesar disso, nas décadas seguintes, pouco se falou sobre o assunto na colônia nipobrasileira, e a Shindo Renmei acabou esquecida. Até que um jornalista brasileiro resolveu fuçar os arquivos secretos do caso. Mergulhe mais fundo Corações Sujos (link para compra) O Súdito (link para compra) Entrevistados do episódio Fernando Morais Jornalista e escritor, autor de livros como Olga,  Chatô, O Mago, Lula, entre outros. Jorge Okubaru Jornalista e escritor, autor do livro O Súdito. Diego Avelino de Moraes Carvalho Historiador, filósofo e psicanalista, autor da tese de doutorado O Martírio no Sol Poente. Ficha técnica Reportagem: Juliana Sayuri e Bruno Bartaquini. Apoio de produção: Matheus Marcolino. A mixagem de som: João Vitor Coura. A trilha sonora tema: Paulo Gama. O design das capas dos aplicativos e do site: Cláudia Furnari. Direção, roteiro e edição: Tomás Chiaverini.  

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Sudden Impact made their tag team debut in Japan in October of 1991. It was Lance Storm and Chris Jericho at Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling aka FMW. The duo were barely a year into their wrestling careers when this tour opportunity arose, and they recount their nearly three-week trip overseas. They remember how they got the chance to travel to Japan, what it was like boarding the plane with no visa or actual contact information for anyone at FMW. They share stories about FMW promoter Onita, his right-hand man, Goto, and their fellow Gaijin wrestlers on the show including Mark Starr, Horace Boulder (Hulk Hogan's nephew), and Mike Awesome. They share some of the ribs pulled on this trip, the story about their $600 drinking bar adventure, and they break down each one of their Japanese matches. Thank you for supporting our sponsors!FanDuel: download the FanDuel app & use promo code JERICHO to get up a “No Sweat First Bet” up to $1,000 dollars.Urban Stems: Go to https://urbanstems.com/ and use promo code JERICHO for 15% off.PajamaGram: Go to https://www.pajamagram.com/ and use promo code NUDE for 25% off and FREE gift wrappingPandora: Find a gift as unique as your love! Visit a store near you or shop online at https://us.pandora.net/Toyota: Visit https://toyota.com/GRFamily to find your perfect Toyota!Cynch: download the Cynch app or go https://www.cynch.com/ and get your first tank exchange for $10 with code JERICHO.Bosch Tools: learn more at https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/SlingTV: check out https://www.sling.com/ for special offers  STAY CONNECTED:TikTok: @TalkIsJerichoInstagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJerichoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzyWebsite: https://www.webisjericho.com/

...And what do Japanese girls see in dating foreign guys? Pdubz and Beautiful discuss the comments given. Also, we would appreciate it if anyone can recommend us good K-rock bands. Want to support the show?https://www.patreon.com/TKOrajioContact us at:tkorajio@gmail.comInstagram: tko_rajioTwitter @TKO_RAJIOHololive News Courtesy of KFNhttps://twitter.com/KiaraFamilyNewsThirst Alert BGM: Deoxys Beats - Ｌｏｖｅｒ[ｓ]https://soundcloud.com/deoxysbeats1

Andreas, Kel and Producer Coale Bay Bay hand out their pro wrestling awards for 2022. Best men's and women's wrestlers, match of the year, moment of the year, PPV of the year, and much more. Oh, don't forget the Corner Festivus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode I speak with Joseph Delmastro, the author of Cultured Gaijin.   It's a unique book set in 1970s Japan about what happens when Joseph, an airman stationed in Tokyo, breaks free from expectations and fully embraces Japan's traditional way of living and loving.  However it's much more than just a memoir, it's also a travelog, a cultural and Japanese language reference guide, and it's also a love story in more ways than one. You will hear all about the motivation behind writing his first novel, what made the details authentic, how the many colorful characters changed his life forever, and why there may be a second book or even a series in the works, this time focused on the 1980's and 90's. Finally Joseph offers free copies of his book to the first five listeners to contact him after listening to this episode. Contact details are at the end of the podcast and also in the show notes below. Other topics we discuss:How writing comments on a Youtube video led to writing his first bookThe life changing influence of climbing Mt. Fuji on his very 1st day in Japan in 1977The meaning behind the title “Cultured Gaijin”Explaining the Japanese concept of “Amae” (Dependence) and referencing two classic Japanese culture books every foreigner should readHighlighting Japanese culture through his own experiences in the late 1970”sJapanese hospitality has changed in the past 45 yearsHow friends letters from over 38 years ago helped in many details of the book“A price will always have to be paid for the privilege of enjoying Japanese culture”A few favorite untranslatable Japanese wordsThe Cultured Gaijin Website: https://culturedgaijin.com/Contact Joseph: culturedgaijin@gmail.comBuy the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/More Now and Zen episodes: https://www.nowandzen.jp/gugu Mattress Company: https://gugu.jpDream Drive: https://www.dreamdrive.life

From growing up on a rural farm in Missouri to working under high profile and demanding chefs, Chef Paul Virant takes his humble upbringing and puts it on full display at his Restaurants in the greater Chicagoland area. He shares with us his philosophy on cooking and business, and his dedication to working alongside local farms and businesses. Chef Paul emphasizes the keys to his success largely fall on the importance of humility and patience. We want to hear from you!What was your take on this episode? Who would you like to hear on the show? What would you ask them?Reach out to us at: kimchikidspodcast@gmail.comINSTAGRAMYOUTUBE

Paul Virant is a legend of the Chicago culinary scene. As the Executive Chef of Vie, Vistro Prime, and Gaijin, he's been flexing his epicurean muscle around town for decades. In this week's episode of Joiners, he tells us all about his journey, from being a soda jerk for Six Flags in Eureka, Missouri, to overseeing some of the country's most singular dining experiences.