Podcasts about Lafcadio Hearn

Greco-Japanese writer

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RADIOMÁS
Lo Que Nos Cuenta El Cuento - El secreto, Lafcadio Hearn

RADIOMÁS

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2025 12:53


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United Nations of Horror
Kwaidan 怪談 (1964)

United Nations of Horror

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 76:26


Send us a message! Let us know what you think?Mark and Jason return to discuss the Japanese anthology horror film, Kwaidan 怪談 (lit. 'Ghost Stories')! Directed by Masaki Kobayashi, it is based on stories from Lafcadio Hearn's collections of Japanese folk tales. The film consists of four separate and unrelated stories that take place in feudal Japan. The United Nations of Horror is a Podcast about ALL THINGS HORROR! From thrillers of yesteryear to today's modern-day horror, we are here to present fun and intelligent conversation about the genre films we love! Join us and please help spread the word about the United Nations of Horror Podcast and Video Cast to horror fans across the globe! Be sure to join our Facebook Group, as we would love to hear from you! We are available on all fine podcasting networks. A video version of this episode will also be available on our Youtube Channel to watch. As always, thank you for listening to the United Nations of Horror.

El ojo crítico
Ojo crítico - Leyendas y fantasmas de Japón - 20/09/25

El ojo crítico

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2025 55:10


Nuestra colaboradora María Zaragoza nos lleva, en “La tela de Aracne”, al Japón de Lafcadio Hearn y sus cuentos de fantasmas en Kwaidan, y a la adaptación cinematográfica de Masaki Kobayashi ("El más allá"). Pero antes, Ángeles Caso entrevista al cantante Miguel Ríos sobre su próximo disco El último vals, y conectamos con Conchita Casanova desde el Festival de San Sebastián para charlar con Eduard Fernández, Premio Nacional de Cine.Escuchar audio

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense
Yuki-Onna - Lafcadio Hearn

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 9:02 Transcription Available


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Book Cougars
Episode 240 - The Nightmare Touch

Book Cougars

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 91:00


Welcome to Episode 240! It's another 10th episode, which means we're giving away a book as we do every tenth episode. One lucky newsletter subscriber will receive a copy of CHASING BEAUTY: The Life of Isabella Stewart Gardner by Natalie Dykstra. If you're not yet subscribed to our monthly newsletter, you can sign up on our website (go to the “support/subscribe” tab). Dykstra will be our guest on the podcast in October, and we hope many of you will join us in reading her award-winning biography of Gardner. In this episode, Emily recaps her Midwest #biblioadventures, which included quality time at the MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY and MYSTERY TO ME bookstore in Wisconsin and WILD RUMPUS BOOKS, COMMA, A BOOKSHOP, and OPEN BOOKS in Minnesota. Meanwhile, back in Connecticut, Chris visited KINDRED THOUGHTS BOOKSTORE in Bridgeport and came home with a big stack of new books. We discuss another ghost story: “Nightmare-Touch” by Lafcadio Hearn from The Penguin Book of Ghost Stories: From Elizabeth Gaskell to Ambrose Bierce. Neither of us had heard of this author before, and we enjoyed his story very much. Books we read and talk about include EIGHTY DAYS: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland's History-Making Race Around the World by Matthew Goodman THE CORRESPONDENT by Virginia Evans THE EL by Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. A FAMILY MATTER by Claire Lynch THE GREAT ALONE by Kristin Hannah We also talk about what we're currently reading and hope to read soon, as well as upcoming author events and jaunts. Thanks to this episode's sponsor, Robin Cannon, author of INTO THE SHALLOWS DARKLY. Oh, and a reminder that our Zoom discussion of THE UPSTAIRS HOUSE by Julia Fine is this Sunday at 7 pm ET. Enjoy the show, and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2025/episode240

Straight Chilling: Horror Movie Review
#538 – Kwaidan (1964)

Straight Chilling: Horror Movie Review

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 115:18


This movie features four ancient Japanese folktales with supernatural themes. All segments are based on stories collected and translated by Lafcadio Hearn in various books from the early 20th century. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Japanese ghosts, ancient Samurai battles, and cursed tea in Masaki Kobayashi's, Kwaidan (1964).   Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:50) Back of the Box/Recommendations (9:55) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (17:40) Rotten Tomatoes (75:30) Trivia (84:22) Cooter of the Week (92:00) What We've Been Watching (96:00) Hotline Scream: (105:40)   Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop

Highlights from Moncrieff
Who was Lafcadio Hearn?

Highlights from Moncrieff

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 12:03


We live in a country famed for its writers - this is the land of Joyce, Wilde, Beckett, Shaw and many more. We know these names.But, one name you might not be familiar with, which is very famous elsewhere, is that of Lafcadio Hearn.An exhibition running in Farmleigh House based on Hearn's 1904 book Kwaidan is aiming to teach Irish people more about his world renowned and most famous book.Paul Murray is the author of ‘A Fantastic Journey: The Life and Literature of Lafcadio Hearn'. He joins Seán to discuss.

Moncrieff Highlights
Who was Lafcadio Hearn?

Moncrieff Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 12:03


We live in a country famed for its writers - this is the land of Joyce, Wilde, Beckett, Shaw and many more. We know these names.But, one name you might not be familiar with, which is very famous elsewhere, is that of Lafcadio Hearn.An exhibition running in Farmleigh House based on Hearn's 1904 book Kwaidan is aiming to teach Irish people more about his world renowned and most famous book.Paul Murray is the author of ‘A Fantastic Journey: The Life and Literature of Lafcadio Hearn'. He joins Seán to discuss.

Krewe of Japan
Social Media & Perceptions of Japan

Krewe of Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 48:54


Jenn and Doug dive into how social media shapes global perceptions of Japan—both the good and the misleading. From viral content to common myths, they explore what's real, what's exaggerated, and why it matters.------ 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, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------Tickets to Kanpai on the Bayou JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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Radio Free Palmer
Radio Book Club-June 2025

Radio Free Palmer

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025


Mary Ann and Rebecca from Fireside Books and Taylor from Black Birch Books discuss “Kwaidan” by Lafcadio Hearn, a 1904 book of Japanese ghost stories and insect studies.

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories
The Reconciliation - Lafcadio Hearn

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 8:22


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RTÉ - The Business
East Meets West

RTÉ - The Business

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 4:45


Lafcadio Hearn is a name not widely known to many of us, but for Keith Guinan, tour guide at Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens in Tramore, the name is synonymous with bringing Japanese culture to Ireland.

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense
A Dead Secret - Lafcadio Hearn

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:48


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Schattenwelten - Unheimliche Horrorgeschichten und Creepypastas von Kati Winter
Japanische Geistergeschichten (Teil 3) | Horror Hörgeschichte zum Einschlafen | Hörbuch Horror | Creepypasta | Gruselgeschichte

Schattenwelten - Unheimliche Horrorgeschichten und Creepypastas von Kati Winter

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 44:32


Eine Sammlung unheimlicher Geistergeschichten aus Japan.Verfasst von Lafcadio Hearn. _______________________________________ Mehr von Kati: https://linktr.ee/katiwinter und auf meinem YouTube-Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Kati.Winter

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories
The Reconciliation - Lafcadio Hearn

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 8:22


Schattenwelten - Unheimliche Horrorgeschichten und Creepypastas von Kati Winter
Japanische Geistergeschichten (Teil 2) | Horror Hörgeschichte zum Einschlafen | Hörbuch Horror | Creepypasta | Gruselgeschichte

Schattenwelten - Unheimliche Horrorgeschichten und Creepypastas von Kati Winter

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 50:09


 Eine Sammlung unheimlicher Geistergeschichten aus Japan. Verfasst von Lafcadio Hearn. _______________________________________ Mehr von Kati: https://linktr.ee/katiwinter und auf meinem YouTube-Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Kati.Winter

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language
Story Time: "Readings from the Dream Book" by Lafcadio Hearn (Ep. 1 70)

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 26:35


Terrie reads Lafcadio Hearn's metaphysical story "Readings from a Dream-book," a collection of ethereal fragments that explore the nature of consciousness, mortality, and cosmic existence. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books including The Book of Japanese Folklore by clicking on the Amazon link.  If you'd like to help support the podcast and have a bedtime story read to you monthly, please visit Patreon. Discord: https://discord.gg/XdMZTzmyUb Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thersamatsuura Website: https://www.uncannyjapan.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UncannyJapan Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/uncannyjapan.bsky.social Mastodon: https://famichiki.jp/@UncannyJapan Twitter: https://twitter.com/UncannyJapan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncannyjapan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncannyjapan/ Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Thersa-Matsuura/e/B002CWZ73Y/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1500180689&sr=8-1 Buy Me a Coffee (one-time contribution): https://buymeacoffee.com/uncannyjapan

Schattenwelten - Unheimliche Horrorgeschichten und Creepypastas von Kati Winter
Japanische Geistergeschichten (Teil 1) | Horror Hörgeschichte zum Einschlafen | Hörbuch Horror | Creepypasta | Gruselgeschichte

Schattenwelten - Unheimliche Horrorgeschichten und Creepypastas von Kati Winter

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 87:59


Eine Sammlung unheimlicher Geistergeschichten aus Japan.Verfasst von Lafcadio Hearn. _______________________________________ Mehr von Kati: https://linktr.ee/katiwinter und auf meinem YouTube-Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Kati.Winter

RTÉ - Arena Podcast
Alex Jennings - Encounters With Lafcadio Hearn - Muriel's Wedding at 30

RTÉ - Arena Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 51:32


Alex Jennings - Encounters With Lafcadio Hearn - Muriel's Wedding at 30

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Livre audio gratuit : Kimiko

Audiocite.net - Livres audio gratuits

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025


Rubrique:nouvelles Auteur: lafcadio-hearn Lecture: Daniel LuttringerDurée: 20min Fichier: 13 Mo Résumé du livre audio: L'histoire de Kimiko, une (pure ?) geisha par Lafcadio Hearn extraite du recueil Au coeur de la vie japonaise édité en 1906. Cet enregistrement est mis à disposition sous un contrat Creative Commons.

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense
Yuki-Onna - Lafcadio Hearn

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 9:02


A History of Japan
The Resident Foreigner and the Foreign Resident - BONUS EPISODE

A History of Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 12:58


This episode follows the lives and adventures of Basil Hall Chamberlain and Lafcadio Hearn, two of the most famous foreign residents who lived in Japan during the Meiji Period.Support the show My latest novel, "Califia's Crusade," is now available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, Bookshop.org, and many other online platforms!

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories
Yuki-Onna - Lafcadio Hearn

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 9:02


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Krewe of Japan
Lafcadio Hearn: 2024 King of Carnival (A Mardi Gras Super-Sized Special)

Krewe of Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 72:20


2024 was a special year for Carnival and the Japan-New Orleans connection! Lafcadio Hearn's life & works inspired the theme for Rex Parade 2024: "The Two Worlds of Lafcadio Hearn - New Orleans & Japan". But why Hearn? What went into the float design? What other ways has Hearn left a lasting impact on both New Orleans & Japan? Find out today with a super-sized special Mardi Gras bonus episode, featuring insights from Rex historian/archivist Will French & historian/archivist emeritus Dr. Stephen Hales, Royal Artists float designer/artistic director Caroline Thomas, Lafcadio Hearn's great grandson Bon Koizumi,  legendary chef John Folse, Captain of the Krewe of Lafcadio John Kelly, JSNO's resident Lafcadio Hearn expert Matthew Smith, and even the Mayor of Matsue Akihito Uesada! Get ready for Mardi Gras 2025 by reflecting on this unique connection between New Orleans & Japan!------ 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, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Music Credits ------Background music provided by: Royalty Free Music by Giorgio Di Campo for Free Sound Music http://freesoundmusic.eu FreeSoundMusic on Youtube  Link to Original Sound Clip------ Audio Clip Credits ------Thanks to Dominic Massa & everyone at WYES for allowing us to use some of the audio from the below Rex Clips:Segment about Royal Artist & Float DesignFull 2024 Rex Ball Coverage (Krewe of Lafcadio/Nicholls State segment)Thanks to Matsue City Hall & Mayor Akihito Uesada for their video message below:Message from Matsue Mayor Akihito Uesada------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Hearn/Matsue/History Episodes ------Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17)Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2)------ Links about Rex ------2024 Rex Parade/Float PDF with Full DesignsCaroline Thomas's Website------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense
In a Cup of Tea - Lafcadio Hearn

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 6:13


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Warlock Vorobok Reads
Lafcadio Hearn's "Jikininki"

Warlock Vorobok Reads

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 17:25


Join Warlock Vorobok as he reads the terrifying words of Cincinnati's own Lafcadio Hearn, an Enquirer journalist who later moved to Japan and translated their folklore for English-speaking people. Warlock Vorobok Reads is a monthly storytime for grownups.

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense
The Reconciliation - Lafcadio Hearn

Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 8:22


Oooh, Spooky
Episode 314 - Evil Gnomes, Lafcadio Hearn, Alexander Pope, Trickster Jack

Oooh, Spooky

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 50:05


Or Sinister Smurfs, Guffawstrengthtraining Seen, Al Pontiff, Charlatan John.

Edinburgh Film Podcast
EFP 51: Kobayashi's Kwaidan at 60

Edinburgh Film Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 39:27


On the 60th anniversary of its release, host Dr Pasquale Iannone is joined by Film Studies PhD student Sam Warnock to discuss Japanese writer-director Kobayashi Masaki's extraordinary ghost story anthology Kwaidan.Shot entirely on studio sets in sumptuous widescreen and lavish, saturated colour, Kwaidan adapts ghost stories by author Lafcadio Hearn and is undoubtedly one of the most visually and aurally striking films of the 1960s. Kobayashi's biographer Steven Prince has described it as the director's 'most overtly and extravagantly stylized film'. Sam and Pasquale discuss the work of Kobayashi and Hearn more broadly as well as the remarkable contribution of composer Takemitsu Toru. They then move onto a close analysis of the four episodes themselves, discussing elements such as narrative structure, adaptation strategies, use of colour, set design as well as the film's textured soundscape.

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories
In a Cup of Tea - Lafcadio Hearn

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 6:13


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Positive Affirmations and Audio Stories
Happy Thoughts - Sleep Stories for Grownups-A Passional Karma-Pt 3

Positive Affirmations and Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 20:25


Happy Thoughts – Sleep Story for Grownups – A Passional Karma-Pt 3  Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Positive Affirmations And Audio Stories podcast.We're carrying pn with the conclusion of a  very special Japanese story today, so why not settle in and have a listen! It was written by Lafcadio Hearn. We're continuing with our Sleep Stories series-and this is part 3 of this traditional story. It's got a bit of mystery and a bit of chill!Coffee fuels us up ... donations keep us going... please pop over to ko-fi for a coffee donation if you'd like to financially support our work. If you would like to get more inspiration and motivation, there are lots of inspirational positive videos, messages and artwork over there. https://ko-fi.com/happythoughtsMany thanks, your listens, likes, subscribes and support mean the world to us.This podcast is available on Spreaker, iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, iHeartRadio and most podcast platforms and apps. If you like what you hear please feel free to share and to leave a review on your site of choice.Visit my Bandcamp page for more inspiration affirmations, meditations and stories for purchase and sample. Helping you live the positive lifestyle that you deserve.https://stefanialintonbon.bandcamp.com__________And for the children, do check out our other podcast "The Classic Children's Story Podcast ".Also, have a look at our YouTube channel of stories, affirmations, songs and more for kids:https://www.youtube.com/@SleepStoriesandFairyTales4UBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/positive-affirmations-and-audio-stories--1338752/support.

Positive Affirmations and Audio Stories
Happy Thoughts - Sleep Stories for Grownups-Halloween!A Passional Karma-Pt 2

Positive Affirmations and Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 24:03


Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Positive Affirmations And Audio Stories podcast.We've got a very special Japanese Halloween story today, so why not settle in and have a listen! It was written by Lafcadio Hearn. We're continuing with our Sleep Stories series-and this is part 2 of this traditional story. It's got a bit of mystery and a bit of chill!Coffee fuels us up ... donations keep us going... please pop over to ko-fi for a coffee donation if you'd like to financially support our work. If you would like to get more inspiration and motivation, there are lots of inspirational positive videos, messages and artwork over there. https://ko-fi.com/happythoughtsMany thanks, your listens, likes, subscribes and support mean the world to us.This podcast is available on Spreaker, iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, iHeartRadio and most podcast platforms and apps. If you like what you hear please feel free to share and to leave a review on your site of choice.Visit my Bandcamp page for more inspiration affirmations, meditations and stories for purchase and sample. Helping you live the positive lifestyle that you deserve.https://stefanialintonbon.bandcamp.com__________And for the children, do check out our other podcast "The Classic Children's Story Podcast ".Also, have a look at our YouTube channel of stories, affirmations, songs and more for kids:https://www.youtube.com/@SleepStoriesandFairyTales4UBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/positive-affirmations-and-audio-stories--1338752/support.

Positive Affirmations and Audio Stories
Happy Thoughts - Sleep Stories for Grownups-Halloween!A Passional Karma-Pt 1

Positive Affirmations and Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 24:51


Happy Thoughts – Sleep Story for Grownups –Halloween! A Passional Karma-Pt 1   Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Positive Affirmations And Audio Stories podcast.We've got a very special Japanese Halloween story today, so why not settle in and have a listen! It was written by Lafcadio Hearn. We're continuing with our Sleep Stories series-and this is part 1 of this traditional story. It's got a bit of mystery and a bit of chill!Coffee fuels us up ... donations keep us going... please pop over to ko-fi for a coffee donation if you'd like to financially support our work. If you would like to get more inspiration and motivation, there are lots of inspirational positive videos, messages and artwork over there. https://ko-fi.com/happythoughtsMany thanks, your listens, likes, subscribes and support mean the world to us.This podcast is available on Spreaker, iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, iHeartRadio and most podcast platforms and apps. If you like what you hear please feel free to share and to leave a review on your site of choice.Visit my Bandcamp page for more inspiration affirmations, meditations and stories for purchase and sample. Helping you live the positive lifestyle that you deserve.https://stefanialintonbon.bandcamp.com__________And for the children, do check out our other podcast "The Classic Children's Story Podcast ".Also, have a look at our YouTube channel of stories, affirmations, songs and more for kids:https://www.youtube.com/@SleepStoriesandFairyTales4UWe'll have some Halloween story videos for the kids over there soon!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/positive-affirmations-and-audio-stories--1338752/support.

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language
Lafcadio Hearn's Haunting Story, Botan Dōrō: The Peony Lantern (Ep. 158)

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 23:03


Follow the tragic tale of Hagiwara, a young samurai from Edo in this retelling of Lafcadio Hearn's "The Peony Lantern". [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books including The Book of Japanese Folklore by clicking on the Amazon link.  If you'd like to help support the podcast and have a bedtime story read to you monthly, please visit Patreon. Discord: https://discord.gg/XdMZTzmyUb Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thersamatsuura Website: https://www.uncannyjapan.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UncannyJapan Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/uncannyjapan.bsky.social Mastodon: https://famichiki.jp/@UncannyJapan Twitter: https://twitter.com/UncannyJapan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncannyjapan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncannyjapan/ Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Thersa-Matsuura/e/B002CWZ73Y/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1500180689&sr=8-1 Buy Me a Coffee (one-time contribution): https://buymeacoffee.com/uncannyjapan

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories
A Dead Secret - Lafcadio Hearn

Mystery & Suspense - Daily Short Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 5:48


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Krewe of Japan
Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez)

Krewe of Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 60:57


Historians Nathan Ledbetter & Dr. Samantha Perez rejoin the Krewe to continue our conversation on foreign-born samurai, this time highlighting the life of William Adams! In this episode, we explore his relationships with both Japanese & non-Japanese while in Japan, the similarities between William Adams's story & House of the Dragon (what?!), how he was a big inspiration for James Clavell's classic novel (and the adaptations) Shogun... AND SO MUCH MORE!------ 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, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ History Episodes ------Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)How Marvel Comics Changed Tokusatsu & Japan Forever ft Gene & Ted Pelc (Guest Host, Matt Alt) (S3E13)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17)The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)------ Links about Nate ------Ubisoft's Echoes of History "Japan's First Unifier: Oda Nobunaga"Ubisoft's Echoes of History "Samurai vs Shinobi: The Tensho Iga War"Nate on BlueSky------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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Krewe of Japan
Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez)

Krewe of Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 63:32


Joined by guest host Dr. Samantha Perez, the Krewe sits down with Princeton's Nathan Ledbetter to unpack how the term "samurai" evolved over the centuries and dig into foreign-born samurai, specifically Yasuke. Uncover everything they you need to know about the African samurai right here in this episode... AND SO MUCH MORE!------ 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, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ History Episodes ------Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)How Marvel Comics Changed Tokusatsu & Japan Forever ft Gene & Ted Pelc (Guest Host, Matt Alt) (S3E13)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17)The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)------ Links about Nate ------Ubisoft's Echoes of History "Japan's First Unifier: Oda Nobunaga"Ubisoft's Echoes of History "Samurai vs Shinobi: The Tensho Iga War"Nate on BlueSky------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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BLOODHAUS
Episode 132: Kwaidan (1964)

BLOODHAUS

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 74:44


Josh and Drusilla take in the enormous beauty of Masaki Kobayashi's 1964 anthology film, Kwaidan. From wiki: “Kwaidan (Japanese: 怪談, Hepburn: Kaidan, lit. 'Ghost Stories') is a 1964 Japanese anthology horror film directed by Masaki Kobayashi. It is based on stories from Lafcadio Hearn's collections of Japanese folk tales, mainly Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things (1904), for which it is named. The film consists of four separate and unrelated stories. Kwaidan is an archaic transliteration of the term kaidan, meaning "ghost story". Receiving critical acclaim, the film won the Special Jury Prize at the 1965 Cannes Film Festival,[5] and received an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.[6] Also discussed: Alien: Romulus, pinball, Strange Darling, production design, Jacques Demy, Lady Snowblood, Tales from the Crypt comics, Raw Dawn Chong and Tales from the Darkside (the movie), Conan the Barbarian, Crying in H Mart, Agnes Varda, Nothing But Trouble, and more! NEXT WEEK: Daughters of Darkness (1971)    Follow them across the internet: Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://twitter.com/BloodhausPodhttps://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/ Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/ Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/ 

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language
Story Time: The Mirror Maiden by Lafcadio Hearn (Ep. 146)

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 16:22


Today I'll read you Lafcadio Hearn's short story: The Mirror Maiden.  [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books including The Book of Japanese Folklore by clicking on the Amazon link.  If you'd like to help support the podcast and have a bedtime story read to you monthly, please visit Patreon. Discord: https://discord.gg/XdMZTzmyUb Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thersamatsuura Website: https://www.uncannyjapan.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UncannyJapan Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/uncannyjapan.bsky.social Mastodon: https://famichiki.jp/@UncannyJapan Twitter: https://twitter.com/UncannyJapan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncannyjapan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncannyjapan/ Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Thersa-Matsuura/e/B002CWZ73Y/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1500180689&sr=8-1 Buy Me a Coffee (one-time contribution): https://buymeacoffee.com/uncannyjapan Credits Intro music by Julyan Ray Matsuura

Converging Dialogues
#333 - The Genius of Ibn Sina and Biruni: A Dialogue with S. Frederick Starr

Converging Dialogues

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 74:45


In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with S. Frederick Starr about the lives and work of Ibn Sina and Biruni. They discuss who were Ibn Sina and Biruni, their time and context, and the correspondence between Ibn Sina and Biruni. They discuss their interactions in the Muslim world, Ibn Sina as vizier, the canon of Ibn Sina and the canon of Biruni. They also discuss work post-canon, how their works were preserved, legacy of both thinkers, and many more topics.S. Frederick Starr is the founding chairman of the Central Asia -Caucasus Institute and Silk Road Studies Program, a joint transatlantic research and policy center affiliated with the American Foreign Policy Institute (AFPC) in Washington and the Institute for Security and Development Policy in Stockholm. Dr. Starr is Distinguished Fellow for Eurasia at AFPC. Starr is author of the widely acclaimed Lost Enlightenment: Central Asia's Golden Age from the Arab Conquest to Tamerlane. In this book on the history of the region between the 8th and 11th centuries, he argues that Central Asia was the center of the world. Lost Enlightenment has been translated into 20 languages, and received widespread praise by regional leaders, including Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and former Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. Starr has focused on the challenge of reopening continental-wide transport passing through Central Asia and Afghanistan. This issue was the subject of a series of articles between 2000 and 2008 and of a book, The New Silk Roads, published in 2007.  He is a frequent commentator on the affairs of the region, and the author of numerous articles in journals including Foreign Affairs and op-eds in various leading American and international newspapers. Starr was the founding Chairman of the Kennan Institute in Washington, and served as Vice President of Tulane University and President of Oberlin College (1983-94).  He was closely involved in planning the University of Central Asia and the Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy and is a trustee of the Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan.  He earned his PhD in History at Princeton, MA at King's College, Cambridge, and his BA at Yale, and holds five honorary degrees. Starr is also a founding member of the Louisiana Repertory Jazz Ensemble of New Orleans and founded the Greater New Orleans Foundation, the single largest non-governmental sponsor of post-Katrina recovery in that city. He has written four books on New Orleans, including New Orleans Unmasqued, Southern Comfort, and Inventing New Orleans: The Writings of Lafcadio Hearn. Get full access to Converging Dialogues at convergingdialogues.substack.com/subscribe

Japan On Film
Kwaidan (1965)

Japan On Film

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 78:40


Podcaster Mike Lund visits the show to discuss Kwaidan, an adaptation of four of Lafcadio Hearn's Japanese ghost stories. We discuss our favorite stories from this anthology, some of the impressive things the director did with the settings, and talk about the backstory for these tales.Hosted by Perry ConstantineGuest-Starring Mike LundListen to Mike on The Old Switch-a-roo and follow him on Letterboxd. JapanOnFilm.comThreadsBlueskyInstagramFacebookDiscordWe Made This on TwitterWe Made This Network

Deep in Japan
ROGER PULVERS - The Unmaking of an American (Part 1)

Deep in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 46:59


In this episode, we are happy to welcome back Roger Pulvers to delve deeper into his writings: specifically, The Unmaking of an American, Star Sand, The Dream of Lafcadio Hearn, and LIV. Roger Pulvers is an American-born Australian playwright, novelist, film director, theater director, and translator who has lived the better part of 50 years in Japan. Throughout his long and prolific career, he has published more than 50 books in Japanese and English, and was assistant to the director of the film "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence.”He has translated works from Russian, Polish, and Japanese, among them Gogol's "The Government Inspector," plays by Stanislaw Witkiewicz, the poetry of Miyazawa Kenji and Ishikawa Takuboku, and novels by Inoue Hisashi. His latest novels are “Liv” and "The Dream of Lafcadio Hearn," both published by Balestier Press. He wrote the screenplay for and directed the film "Star Sand" based on his novel of the same name. The film was released widely around Japan in 2017.The Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and crowd-funded. And by that, I mean we are broke, impecunious, poor. Please consider supporting the show by becoming a patron on our Patreon page.The outro was The intro was つれづれなるままに  Tsurezure Naru Mama ni off the 1974 folk album  Out Of Mind [アウト・オブ・マインド]  by Ryo Kagawa. The intro was my original mashup of Hokuto no Ken (Fist of the North Star) anime sound bites with “Dubstep" from BenSound.Got something to say? You can find me at the following: www.facebook.com/groups/deepinjapan/ deep.in.japan.podcast@gmail.comAs always, thanks for listening!

Deep in Japan
ROGER PULVERS - The Unmaking of an American (Part 2)

Deep in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 69:13


In this episode, we are happy to welcome back Roger Pulvers to delve deeper into his writings: specifically, The Unmaking of an American, Star Sand, The Dream of Lafcadio Hearn, and LIV.Roger Pulvers is an American-born Australian playwright, novelist, film director, theater director, and translator who has lived the better part of 50 years in Japan. Throughout his long and prolific career, he has published more than 50 books in Japanese and English, and was assistant to the director of the film "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence.”He has translated works from Russian, Polish, and Japanese, among them Gogol's "The Government Inspector," plays by Stanislaw Witkiewicz, the poetry of Miyazawa Kenji and Ishikawa Takuboku, and novels by Inoue Hisashi. His latest novels are “Liv” and "The Dream of Lafcadio Hearn," both published by Balestier Press. He wrote the screenplay for and directed the film "Star Sand" based on his novel of the same name. The film was released widely around Japan in 2017.The Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and crowd-funded. And by that, I mean we are broke, impecunious, poor. Please consider supporting the show by becoming a patron on our Patreon page.The outro was The intro was つれづれなるままに  Tsurezure Naru Mama ni off the 1974 folk album  Out Of Mind [アウト・オブ・マインド]  by Ryo Kagawa. The intro was my original mashup of Hokuto no Ken (Fist of the North Star) anime sound bites with “Dubstep" from BenSound.Got something to say? You can find me at the following: www.facebook.com/groups/deepinjapan/ deep.in.japan.podcast@gmail.comAs always, thanks for listening!

Krewe of Japan
Season 5 MASSIVE PREVIEW

Krewe of Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2024 14:10


SEASON 5 is (almost) HERE!! This is your one week warning... as the KREWE is BACK on Friday, March 8th, 12 noon CST.  Here's a sneak peek & preview of gusts & episodes to come:- The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William Tsutsui- Witness Fukushima's Recovery through Educational Tourism ft. William McMichael- Japanese Self-Study Strategies ft. Walden Perry- Visit Miyagi Prefecture ft. Ryotaro Sakurai & William Woods- Japanese Homes, Architecture & Aesthetic ft. Azby Brown- A Glimpse into the World of Geisha ft. Peter Macintosh- Japanese Music Scene ft. Patrick St. Michel- Pioneering Louisiana's Only High School Japanese Program ft. Dr. Tara Sanchez- Scoping Out Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela- as well as some other returning guests like Matt Alt, Rob Dyer, & Kate KitagawaGet Hyped! Subscribe today on your favorite podcast app! See you on March 8th!------ 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, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Liquid IV Offer Link  to save 20% Off your Entire Order! (00:12:38)Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:13:54)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event Calendar2024 Matsue Exchange Program ApplicationJoin JSNO Today!

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast
AT#884 - Dublin to Cork Road Trip in Southeastern Ireland

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2024 53:07


Hear about a week-long road trip from Dublin to Cork through southeastern Ireland as the Amateur Traveler talks to Amber Hagerty from AmberEverywhere.com about this out-of-the-way corner of Ireland. https://amateurtraveler.com/dublin-to-cork-road-trip-in-southeastern-ireland/ Day 1: Dublin to Wicklow Morning: Arrive in Dublin and explore the city. Visit Bar 1661 for the best Irish coffee and Trinity College to admire the campus. Afternoon: Indulge in some delicious ice cream at Murphy's on Wicklow Street in Temple Bar. Evening: Rent a car and drive south to Bray. Enjoy a stroll along the promenade, have dinner at a local restaurant like Daata, and consider doing the cliff walk to Greystones for breathtaking views. Day 2: Exploring Wicklow Morning: Visit Enniskerry, a charming town with a picturesque setting used to film "Disenchanted". Midday: Explore Powerscourt Estate and Gardens, known for its stunning landscapes and themed gardens. Afternoon: Drive to Glendalough and embark on the Spinc Trail for a scenic hike with panoramic views. Evening: Consider staying overnight in Glendalough, perhaps trying out glamping for a unique experience. Day 3: Road Trip to Wexford Morning: Drive through the Wicklow Gap for breathtaking views of the Wicklow Mountains. Midday: Make a stop in Wicklow Town to visit the historic jail and explore the seaside harbor. Afternoon: Enjoy brunch at LoCo Grocer in Arklow and relax on Brittas Bay Beach. Evening: Arrive in Wexford City and consider attending a performance at the National Opera House. Day 4: Salty Islands and Waterford Morning: Take a ferry to the Salty Islands (book far in advance) for a unique birdwatching experience, especially to see puffins. Midday: Return to Kilmore Quay and indulge in a sauna experience at Salty Sauna. Afternoon: Drive to Waterford City and visit the House of Waterford Crystal for a tour and souvenir shopping. Evening: Dine at a local restaurant like the Seagull Bakery for delicious sourdough bread and pastries. Day 5: Exploring Tramore Morning: Start your day with a stroll through the charming seaside town of Tramore. Enjoy the picturesque hilly streets and take in the coastal atmosphere. Mid-morning: Head down to the seafront and take a leisurely walk along the boardwalk, perfect for families with kids. Explore the expansive sandy beach, keeping in mind that it may be covered by the tide at certain times. Afternoon: Visit the Japanese Gardens dedicated to Lafcadio Hearn, an Irish travel writer with a fascinating connection to Tramore. Learn about his life and legacy while enjoying the serene beauty of the gardens. Late Afternoon/Evening: Spend the rest of the day soaking in the laid-back atmosphere of this charming coastal town. Day 6: Outdoor Adventures in Waterford Morning: Embark on the Waterford Greenway, a scenic route along a converted train line. Choose to walk or cycle along this picturesque path, taking in views of aqueducts, lush greenery, and charming tunnels. Afternoon: Explore the stunning hike to Coumshingaun Lough. Enjoy breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding cliffs, but exercise caution if the weather is foggy. Opt for the shorter hike to the lake if visibility is poor. Late Afternoon/Evening: Return to Tramore or continue exploring the Waterford area at your leisure. Consider dining at a local restaurant or relaxing at your accommodation after a day of outdoor adventures. Day 7: Discovering the Copper Coast Morning: Drive along the scenic Copper Coast, a UNESCO Geopark known for its geological and cultural significance. Stop at Bunmahon Beach to enjoy the sandy shores and explore the dunes. Midday: Continue southward to discover the secluded Tra na mBó Beach, hidden among the cliffs. Spend some peaceful moments soaking in the natural beauty of this hidden gem. Afternoon: Explore the charming town of Dungarvan, known for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious churros. Consider starting your journey back towards Cork, taking in the scenic views along the way. Evening: Arrive in Cork and settle into your accommodation. Consider dining at a local restaurant or enjoying a relaxing evening in the city. Day 8: Exploring Cork City and Surroundings Morning: Visit Cobh, a picturesque town just outside of Cork, known for its colorful houses and historic landmarks such as St. Colman's Cathedral and Spike Island. Mid-morning: Embark on the Ballycotton Cliff Walk for stunning coastal views and invigorating sea air. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the cliffs, taking in the natural beauty of the coastline. Afternoon: Explore Blarney Castle and its beautiful gardens, and consider kissing the Blarney Stone for the gift of eloquence. Take your time to explore the castle grounds and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Late Afternoon/Evening: Return to Cork City and visit Elizabeth Fort for panoramic views of the city and the River Lee. Enjoy a pint of Guinness or a cup of tea at a local pub, such as O'Sho, and savor the relaxed atmosphere. Night: Consider ending your trip with a visit to the Shelbourne Bar in the Victorian quarter for a taste of Whiskey. Reflect on your journey through southeastern Ireland and savor the memories made along the way.

Deep in Japan
STEVE KEMME - The Life of Lafcadio Hearn

Deep in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 63:43


In this episode, we speak with Steve Kemme, president of the Lafcadio Hearn Society/USA and a former reporter for the Cincinnati Enquirer, about his wonderful new biography of Lafcadio Hearn/Koizumi Yakumo: The Outsider: The Life and Work of Lafcadio Hearn: The Man Who Introduced Voodoo, Creole Cooking, and Japanese Ghosts to the World.Musical Outro Links:Kwaidon - JazzyCal門付唄 かわいがらんせ / 杉本キクイ 他Got something to say? You can reach me at 

Submitted for the Approval of the Midnight Pals

It's winter at the campfire, and that means one thing—snow-themed holiday special! The Midnight Pals are visited by Junji Ito, adorable catboy and terrifying master of fucked-up-face-filled manga horror, accompanied by original weeaboo Lafcadio Hearn. The pair narrate an ancient Japanese folktale of ripped samurai, distressed noblewomen, and seasonal ice-demons. Lafcadio helps Junji out by using his insightful perspective as a Greek-Irish academic to explain Japanese tradition and culture. HP Lovecraft nearly has an aneurysm.Content notes: swearing, raised voices, sexual references, discussion of racism and appropriation, violence, death, references to guns.CAST: Edgar Allan Poe — RODRIGO BORGES Mary Shelley — REBECCA D'SOUZA Clive Barker — SISTER INDICA Dean Koontz — WREN MONTGOMERY Stephen King — JASON ROBINSON HP Lovecraft/Lafcadio Hearn — ROBIN JOHNSON with Junji Ito/Osamu Tezuka — TENEST TANG Lord Fujiwara — JON GUITERREZ Lady Minamoto — NICOLETTA GIUSEFFI Snow-child — CHIBI Naoko Takeuchi — LORETTA CHANG Kouta Hirano — JOHN SERRANO Script by Lou Sutcliffe, edited by Bitter Karella and Robin Johnson. The Japanese sensitivity reader was Minaro Kato-Hopkins, and the Irish accent and swearing coach was Liselle Nic Giollabháin. Lafcadio Hearn's translation of the Japanese folktale "Yuki-Onna" (The Snow Woman) is included in his collection Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things, which is available from Project Gutenberg at https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1210A transcript of this episode can be found at https://midnight-pals.simplecast.com/episodes/s01e07-the-tale-of-the-snow-woman/transcriptThe Midnight Pals is the creation of Bitter Karella ©Subscribe to Submitted for the Approval of the Midnight Pals on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Cast, Goodpods or wherever you find podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a rating or review. For more information, see https://midnightpals.com

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98. So Many Mommy Monsters (I don't love you anymore, Boat!)

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This week, Max is going to tell us a story of a She-Devil who lights a flame in our cold, cold hearts, and Janey is going to tell us a story about a 21-year-journey that is made possible because of a small yappy dog! Enjoy!Janey's Sources - The Griffin“The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe”  Norwegian Folktales wikipedia  Max's Sources - La Diablesse"Caribbean Folk Tales: Stories from the Islands and the Windrush Generation" by Wendy Shearer  Wendy Shearer tells the story "In the Rainforest at Night" for the National Literacy Trust  Review of related folklore - "La Diablesse of Caribbean Folklore" by Hector Navarro  Full free text of Lafcadio Hearn's "Two Years in the French West Indies," chapter on La Guiablesse  Support the showCheck out our books (and support local bookstores!) on our Bookshop.org affiliate account!Starting your own podcast with your very cool best friend? Try hosting on Buzzsprout (and get a $20 Amazon gift card!)Want more??Visit our website!Join our Patreon!Shop the merch at TeePublic!If you liked these stories, let us know on our various socials!InstagramTiktokGoodreadsAnd email us at sortofthestory@gmail.com

Classic Ghost Stories

Subscriber-only episodeThis is a members only video. Please subscribe!In this episode, join us as we delve into the captivating world of Lafcadio Hearn's 'Of Ghosts and Goblins.'  Prepare to be transported to a realm where Japanese and Irish folklore intertwine, bringing forth tales of eerie encounters and supernatural wonders.In this haunting collection, we explore three chilling stories: 'The Corpse-Rider,' 'Of Ghosts and Goblins,' and 'The Dream of A Summer Day.' Discover the uncanny similarities between 'The Corpse-Rider' and the Irish folktale 'Tadhg O'Kane and the Corpse,' as well as the connections between the Japanese tale of Urashami Taro and the Dragon King's Daughter with the Irish legend of Oisín and Niamh, daughter of the King of the Land of the Young.Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Japanese and Irish mythology, where the veil between the mortal realm and the world of spirits grows thin. Lafcadio Hearn's masterful storytelling brings these supernatural tales to life, weaving together elements of Japanese folklore and his own haunting Irish childhood experiences.If you're a fan of literature or have a deep appreciation for folklore and cultural legends, this podcast is sure to captivate your imagination.Don't forget to subscribe to The Classic Ghost Stories Podcast for more spine-tingling tales and delve further into the realms of the supernatural.#GhostStories #JapaneseFolklore #IrishFolklore #LafcadioHearn #OfGhostsAndGoblins #SpookyTales #BritishNarrator #SoftlySpoken #ClassicGhostStoriesPodcast"New Patreon RequestBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEVisit us here: www.ghostpod.orgBuy me a coffee if you're glad I do this: https://ko-fi.com/tonywalkerIf you really want to help me, become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcudMusic by The Heartwood Institute: https://bit.ly/somecomeback

Uncanny Japan - Exploring Japanese Myths, Folktales, Superstitions, History and Language

I read Lafcadio Hearn's classic tale, "Yuki Onna" or "The Snow Woman."  Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Her other shows are Uncanny Robot Podcast and The Soothing Stories Podcast. Check out her books including The Carp-Faced Boy on Amazon. If you'd like to help support the podcast and have a bedtime story read to you monthly, please visit Patreon. Please join our community forum! https://japanforum.uncanny.productions/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thersamatsuura Website: https://www.uncannyjapan.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UncannyJapan Mastodon: https://famichiki.jp/@UncannyJapan Twitter: https://twitter.com/UncannyJapan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncannyjapan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncannyjapan/ Buy Me a Coffee (one-time contribution): https://buymeacoffee.com/uncannyjapan Credits Intro music by Julyan Ray Matsuura