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Sex Ed with DB
Feminine Domination and Power Play with Midori

Sex Ed with DB

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 53:54


In this episode, DB talks with Midori, a sex eduator and artist who focuses on domination and power play for anyone who identifies as a woman. What does femme domination look like -- and why can it be so intimidating to tap into? Learn to tap into your domme side with tips from Midori on how to get there, and why domming is often so much simpler and sweeter than people might think. Guest Details Midori (she/her) is an educator, artist, and provocateur reshaping how we understand kink, consent, and connection. For over three decades, she has inspired people around the world to explore desire with courage, curiosity, and a touch of mischief. Born in Japan and forged in 1990s queer San Francisco, she brings a multicultural perspective to topics like Shibari, power dynamics, and playful negotiation. Founder of ForteFemme and Consent Dojo, she trains mental health professionals, educators, and everyday people in kink expertise, cultural competence, and trauma-informed care, making learning both profound and delightful. Event listing and all that Midori offers: https://planetmidori.com/ For great resources, class videos, live zoom events, and more : https://www.patreon.com/c/PlanetMidori ForteFemme Women's Dominance Intensive: https://www.fortefemme.com/ -- Register for upcoming intensive! November 14-16, 2025 Midori's socials https://bsky.app/profile/planetmidori.bsky.social https://www.instagram.com/planetmidori/ https://www.facebook.com/PlanetMidori/ https://substack.com/@planetmidori Midori's books Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage - https://www.twistedmonk.com/collections/bondage-education-books/products/seductive-art-of-japanese-bondage/?rfsn=264649.d9eeca Wild Side Sex: The Book of Kink - https://www.therippedbodice.com/aff/hello_34966/book/9781881943228 Silk Threads: Three Tales of Passionate Japan - https://www.therippedbodice.com/aff/hello_34966/book/9781626015302 An Intersectional Approach to Sex Therapy: Centering the Lives of Indigenous, Racialized, and People of Color - https://www.routledge.com/An-Intersectional-Approach-to-Sex-Therapy-Centering-the-Lives-of-Indigenous-Racialized-and-People-of-Color/Malone-Stewart-Gary-Smith-Wadley/p/book/9780367471958 Fundamental Concepts and Critical Developments in Sex EducationIntersectional and Trauma-Informed Approaches - https://www.routledge.com/Fundamental-Concepts-and-Critical-Developments-in-Sex-Education-Intersectional-and-Trauma-Informed-Approaches/Malone-Gilbert-Dukes-Fonte/p/book/9781032615431 DB is proud to be an affiliate of The Ripped Bodice! We may receive a percentage of profits from books purchased using our link. Thank you for supporting us by shopping The Ripped Bodice! ABOUT SEASON 12 Season 12 of Sex Ed with DB is ALL ABOUT PLEASURE! Solo pleasure. Partnered pleasure. Orgasms. Porn. Queer joy. Kinks, sex toys, fantasies—you name it. We're here to help you feel more informed, more empowered, and a whole lot more turned on to help YOU have the best sex. CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB SEX ED WITH DB SEASON 12 SPONSORS Lion's Den, Uberlube, & Magic Wand Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our BRAND NEW newsletter for hot goss, expert advice, and *the* most salacious stories. FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. ASK AN ANONYMOUS SEX ED QUESTION Fill out our anonymous form to ask your sex ed question. SEASON 12 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) (she/her) Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen (she/her) Growth Marketing Manager and Producer: Wil Williams (they/them) MUSIC Intro theme music: Hook Sounds Background music: Bright State by Ketsa Ad music: Soul Sync by Ketsa, Always Faithful by Ketsa, and Soul Epic by Ketsa. Thank you Ketsa!

Kate, Tim & Marty
The Most Saddest Meals We've Ever Heard!

Kate, Tim & Marty

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 4:26 Transcription Available


From tuna on steak to dog food dinners, the sad meal comp has been wild — but today was next level. Isabella accidentally pitched us her “security board” (aka a DIY charcuterie board with corn kernels and cottage cheese), Phil served up a sardine omelette nobody asked for, and Christina went full chaotic auntie with a Midori trifle. In the end, we couldn’t pick, so two winners walked away with cash and Ufoods… and Joel’s still begging for that trifle recipe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate, Tim & Marty
Thursday's Show: Security Board!!!

Kate, Tim & Marty

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 47:35 Transcription Available


We’re talking Tinder weirdos (yes, even millionaires looking for “breeders”), a sad dinner showdown that somehow birthed a Midori trifle, and the wild story of Steve Jobs refusing to sign autographs… except when he actually did. Plus, in Glossy’s: Britney claps back, Rosie O’Donnell drags Ellen, Jeremy Clarkson loses his pants, and fresh tea on Taylor’s wedding plans. Oh, and Victoria Beckham’s finally letting Netflix in on the spice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

泉Izumi
Vol. 23 为什么是咖啡?为什么是云南?为什么是云南咖啡?

泉Izumi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 95:39


各位听众朋友们大家好。本期节目,我们想来聊一聊关于云南咖啡的话题。伴随着旅游业的发展,有关云南本地的关键词在不断增加。今天我们与Torch Coffee Lab炬点咖啡实验室合作,邀请了资深的咖啡师和培训师大鹏老师,来与我们一起聊聊云南咖啡。 本期节目中,我们展开了一系列有意思的讨论,比如: 咖啡的风味到底是怎么来的,风味的命名是怎么样一个过程? 不同产地的咖啡风味到底因为哪些原因出现不同? 云南咖啡在市场当中的定位是什么?和别的产区的咖啡相比,云南咖啡具有的优势和劣势是哪些,是什么原因造成的? 云南咖啡在消费市场上的接受度如何?为什么国内和国外的接受度会有微妙的差别? 咖啡师培训是什么,咖啡师的比赛是什么?现在的SoE和blend为什么会出现鄙视链和种种迷思? 咖啡品牌该如何与本地咖农合作? 还有很多,很多…… 录制过程中,让我们感到惊讶的是,云南作为咖啡产地曾经饱受诟病。云南咖啡曾经面临的批评有”青草味很重“,或是”木质味很重“。然而随着咖啡产业的成熟,咖啡在风味上出现的问题和变化也渐渐变得明晰,可以在具体的生产链条上找到原因。比如青草味是和咖啡豆的采摘有关,而木质味的产生可能是因为豆子的干燥过程过快…… 针对这些问题,云南咖啡在加工方式上不断做着对应的改进,整条产业链也在这种技术迭代的过程里越发成熟。 ^ 大绿在播客中提到的云南咖啡风味地图(炬点咖啡实验室出品) 在与大鹏老师的聊天中,我们反复谈到咖啡品牌与咖农之间的关系。在展开这个问题的过程当中,我们对炬点咖啡实验室想要实现的目标有了更清楚的理解。与所谓的不断“寻找”更好的咖啡不同,炬点咖啡想要做的事情是和农户合作。即便有一天炬点的项目也可能会结束,但农户和咖啡之间的关系已经建立,咖啡生产的链条也已经成熟,咖啡种植还是可以成为农户可靠而稳定的生活来源。为了实现这一点,炬点咖啡在咖啡种植的过程里不断和农户沟通,让农户品尝自己种的咖啡,从而能够通过评估自己的咖啡进一步完善对咖啡作为一条产业链的认识。 ^ 炬点咖啡实验室的种植庄园 我们也聊到了对云南这座城市的喜爱。或许云南咖啡最大的优势就在于云南。产地就在中国这一点,让云南咖啡的市场和产地更容易架设起连接:如果喝到喜欢的风味,甚至可以直接去产地看一看,还可以直接和农户交流。相比起肯尼亚、埃塞俄比亚等等产地,云南咖啡这种产地和市场的亲密性是独一无二的。去云南旅游的经验也都让我们感受到一种慢下来的生活节奏,让感官更容易对生活打开。 ^ 炬点咖啡普洱门店 最后,对炬点咖啡在做的事情、在关心的问题感兴趣的朋友,欢迎关注炬点咖啡的公众号:Torch炬点咖啡实验室 也欢迎访问炬点咖啡的线下门店,包括炬点咖啡的昆明旗舰店和普洱店。 ^ 炬点咖啡昆明旗舰店 感谢大家收听!如果有任何想对我们说的话,欢迎给我们写信,我们的邮箱

KPFA - APEX Express
APEX Express – 09.04.2025 – Obbligato with Mari Yoshihara

KPFA - APEX Express

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 59:59


Asians and Asian Americans are numerous within the classical music industry, but their identities are often politicized and racialized in this Eurocentric musical genre. For the third episode of Obbligato on APEX Express, Isabel Li discusses this intersection with Mari Yoshihara, Professor of American Studies at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Professor at the Center for Global Education at the University of Tokyo, Japan; author of many books, including Musicians from a Different Shore: Asians and Asian Americans in Classical Music (2007) and Dearest Lenny: Letters from Japan and the Making of the World Maestro (2019). Tonight's episode features music by Chinese American composer Zhou Tian. To learn more about Mari and her work, please visit her website: https://www.mariyoshihara.com/index.html  Musicians from a Different Shore: https://tupress.temple.edu/books/musicians-from-a-different-shore-2 Dearest Lenny: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/dearest-lenny-9780190465780?cc=jp&lang=en&  Transcript  Opening: [00:00:00] Apex Express Asian Pacific expression. Community and cultural coverage, music and calendar, new visions and voices, coming to you with an Asian Pacific Islander point of view. It's time to get on board the Apex Express.    00:00:53 Isabel Li  Good evening. You're listening to KPFA 94.1 FM. My name is Isabel Li and I'm delighted to be hosting a new edition of Obbligato on Apex Express, which is a semimonthly segment specifically about AAPI identities in classical music. Tonight's guest is someone I have been incredibly excited to speak to because her writings have actually very much informed my studies and research. In fact, her books are exactly about the subject matter of Obbligato. I am honored to be speaking to Mario Yoshihara, Professor of American Studies at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Professor at the Center for Global Education at the University of Tokyo, Japan; author of many books, including Musicians from a Different Shore: Asians and Asian Americans in Classical Music, published in 2007, and Dearest Lenny: Letters from Japan and the Making of the World Maestro, which was published in 2019. Welcome to Obbligato on Apex Express. Mari, how are you doing?  00:01:55 Mari Yoshihara  I'm doing fine. Thank you for having me.  00:01:58 Isabel Li  Of course, my first question for you is how do you identify and what communities are you a part of?  00:02:06 Mari Yoshihara  Oh well, that's actually a little bit complicated I am. I am a Japanese woman who have spent a little bit over well, maybe not more than a little more than half of my life in the United States. Born in New York but raised in Tokyo, educated mostly in Japan, but also earned my graduate degrees in the United States and most of my academic career has been in Hawaii, so I've been in American academia for almost 30 years now, but I also have a dual appointment with the University of Tokyo in Japan. So I split my time between Japan and Hawaii now.  00:02:54 Isabel Li  Can you tell us a little bit about your work and your books? I had a chance to read Musicians from a Different Shore, but how would you summarize your research to someone who might not have read your book?  00:03:04 Mari Yoshihara  So I am a scholar of American studies, which is an interdisciplinary field that has anything to do with America broadly defined. And within that, my area of expertise is about, well, I would say I'm a scholar of US cultural history. US Asian relations, mostly US, East Asian relations, especially in the cultural dimension, cultural studies, gender studies, Asian American studies, etc. And so I have written a number of books, both in English and Japanese, but the one that you're referring to, Musicians from a Different Shore, is a book that I did research for more than 20 years ago and was published in 2007. It's a study of Asians and Asian Americans and classical music. So it was partly historical in that I examined the ways. which Western music, so-called western classical music, was introduced to East Asia and how also East Asians became have become so successful and prominent in this field that is generally considered a white European elite art form, so it was partly historical, but then the rest of the book was based on my ethnographic field work and interviews among Asians and Asian Americans in classical music looking at how well who these people are in the first place and then also how musicians, Asian and Asian musicians themselves, understand the relationship between their racial and cultural identity on the one hand, and their practice of Western classical music on the other, so that was my study.   And then I also wrote another book called Dearest Lenny. It's about—the subtitle is Letters from Japan and the Making of the World Maestro. It's about Leonard Bernstein's relationship with two very special individuals in Japan. And through that story, I interweave an account of various things. For one thing, how Leonard Bernstein became a world maestro and also the relationship between politics and arts, gender, sexuality, art and commerce, etcetera, etcetera. So that was my most recent book published in English and then, I'm sure we'll talk more about this, but I'm currently doing a follow up research on the on Musicians from a Different Shore, taking into account all the changes that have been taking place in the classical music industry in the United States in the past, I would say five years or so especially so that's my that's the abbreviated version of my research.  00:05:55 Isabel Li  That's really cool, and I also want to ask you about these changes, if you can talk a little bit about the classical music world. I feel like classical music is one of those genres that seems to be unchanging on the outside. But as a scholar of classical music, what types of changes have you observed that has influenced how AAPI identities play into this world?  00:06:18 Mari Yoshihara  Yeah, I think especially in the last, I would say, yeah, 5 to 10 years, especially in the last five years, classical music industry in the United, I mean I say specifically in the United States because I don't see the similar kind of changes taking place in Japan where I'm currently located. And I also don't really know the situation in Europe. But the field of classical music in the US is changing. I think most significantly because of movements like the Black Lives Matter movement and also with the onset of COVID and the rise of anti Asian hate, there's been a lot more heightened awareness about how issues of race and also class shapes classical music. So there's a lot more vibrant conversations and debates about these topics in the industry and also in terms of AAPI community, are the biggest changes, the biggest change I'm seeing is that Asian and Asian American musicians themselves are being a lot more vocal and active in issues of race and racism in the field and there I've encountered many Asian and Asian American musicians who have, for instance, you know organized events or organizations, or taken up various forms of advocacy and activism on these issues. So compared to, say, 20 years ago, 20, 25 years ago, when I was doing the original research, I see a lot more kind of, you know, explicit awareness and awareness and articulation of these issues by Asian and Asian American musicians themselves.  00:08:12 Isabel Li  That's really interesting. Just because classical music is also one of those genres, that doesn't seem like a genre that most people explicitly associate with politics or activism. What are some examples of these, like activist movements that you've observed within the Asian American community in classical music?  00:08:32 Mari Yoshihara  So for instance, some Asian and Asian American musicians are are becoming a lot more vocal about the actual like racism or sexism that they have themselves experienced, or that they witness in the industry, like in in schools, conservatories, orchestras, opera companies, etc. Either through the media or you know their own writing, and also like speaking up within the organizations that they work in. So that's one. There are other kinds of advocacy and activism in that they demand more diverse repertoire, and I think the repertoire is in terms of the industry industry changes. That's the area that's changing the most, the the kind of repertoire that many orchestras for instance perform have become a lot more– I mean overall it's still very white, European centered– but in terms of the actual numbers of pieces that are performed, works by living, composers and composers of color, women composers, etcetera. That is significantly increased in the last 10 years and that is, you know significantly to do with the advocacy and activism on the part of, you know, artists of color.  So yeah, so things like that and then, you know, many Asian, Asian American artists are doing their own programming, for instance, like event organizing programming. So yeah, those are the areas that I see changes. I see things happening that I didn't see 25 years ago.  00:10:20 Isabel Li  Definitely. I remember reading your book, and your book has been published since 2007, so a lot of changes have happened since then. But in general, when you did your research at first, what how would you summarize the dynamic of Asian identities, Asian American identities in this very Eurocentric field, it's a juxtaposition of two different cultures and identities that a lot of people also observe in orchestras. There's a large population of Asian and Asian American musicians, conductors just in general. It's a very large population, but yet this identity is still not quite represented in media. It's not quite seen, so talk to us a bit about this juxtaposition and how you observe these dynamics in your research.  00:11:10 Mari Yoshihara  Yeah. So. The thing is, Asians and Asian Americans are indeed numerically overrepresented in classical music, in the sense that compared to the general public, the the the proportion of Asians and Asian Americans in the overall US population, the number of Asian and Asian Americans in classical music indexed by things like the student body at major conservatories or membership roster of US orchestras, etcetera, Asians and Asian Americans percentage is higher than the general population, right. So in terms of the numbers, Asians and Asian Americans are, quote unquote overrepresented. But those numbers are not reflected in the actual like voice, power and influence that they have in the industry.   So that was my finding back 2025 years ago and I think that's still true today. Also, the thing about Asian, Asian American musicians is that it's a racialized category. They are seeing and treated as Asian. It's this racial category. But their identities and experiences as Asians is not at all uniform, right?   Some of these Asian musicians are Asian Americans, like multi generational Asian Americans whose parents or grandparents or great grandparents etcetera have come to the United States and they themselves are U.S. citizens. So that's one group.   Many Asian musicians working in the United States are people who were born and raised in Asia, places like China or South Korea, Japan, etcetera, and came to the United States as international students to study music, often at the college level, college conservatory level, so obviously these people have very different sense of identity and experience as Asians compared to say, you know 3rd, 4th generation Chinese Americans or 1.5 Korean Americans.   There are other people who live in the United States because they were very talented, very young musicians, and the whole whole family immigrated to the United States specifically for their music education. So Midori, the famous violinist, Midori is a case, example of this, but there are also a number of other, especially among Koreans and Chinese. There are families, the whole family immigrated to the United States when the child was a very promising musician at age 7 or something. So that's one group. They too have a different sense of identity and experience of Asians than the two former groups that I that I talked about.   There are other people who also came to the United States because not because of the music education, but because of their parents' profession, for instance. And they have transnational kind of family ties and you know, they move, they go back and forth between US and Asia, for instance. And then there are also mixed roots families where one parent is Asian and the other is non Asian.   And then there are also Asians who were born and raised in Europe for other parts of the globe and then came to the United States, for either personal or professional reasons.   So in other words, they're all Asians in terms of their racial identity. But what that means is really quite diverse and their experience as Asian and Asian American musicians is also quite diverse. So it's not as if you know, just because they're Asian, they share some kind of experience and identities around which they coalesce. So that's, you know, that was true 20, 25 years ago. And I think that's still true today.  More and more Asian musicians are coming to the United States to study, study or work in classical music, but especially because of this, like new influence, this Asian category is becoming even more diverse. However, because of the COVID, you know the rise of Anti Asian hate during the COVID pandemic, I think that heightened the awareness of, you know, these different kinds of Asians, the heightened awareness that they are Asians. First and foremost, you know, in, in that in the sense of being racialized in the United States. So I have talked with a number of musicians, Asians and Asian American musicians, who did not really, hadn't thought about their Asianness before. It wasn't at the forefront of their identity before, but during this rise of anti Asian hate it they became they basically became more politicized. You know, they had quite a politicized language and awareness to think about race and racism especially against Asians and Asian Americans.  00:16:31 Isabel Li  Yeah, that's a great point. It is a such a diverse group and there are so many different identities, even within just the Asian American framework AAPI, as a label is very, very diverse. And that applies to classical music as well. But I think there's also this social perception of Asian and Asian Americans as a group that also relates to the model minority stereotype that's historically been present and, for example, a lot of people might think of, like a young Asian or Asian American musician as being like a prodigy because they are technically skilled at their instrument, where like these social perceptions that exist both in media and in the culture around us, why do you think that is?  00:17:15 Mari Yoshihara  Well, that as you said, there is a model minority myth and there is a stereotype of Asians and Asian Americans as being very studious and diligent, but also quiet, right? I mean, they just quietly follow, like, obedient, obediently follow the instructions and that translates in the field of music as the stereotype that Asian musicians are technically very proficient but artistically non expressive. I mean, that's a very common stereotype that yeah, you know, practically any Asian, Asian Americans in classical music have been subjected to, you know, quite regularly and frequently. And I think that, yeah, that just comes with the overall kind of racial stereotype of Asians and Asians and Asian Americans in American society at large. And also the fact that, you know, classical music, especially in terms of instrumental performance, it is an area that is, it's something that is, indeed, technically very demanding, right? You need many, many years of disciplined training and a lot of practice. And there is a myth of merit– well, no, not entirely a myth– but there is this this very, you know, dearly held faith in meritocracy in classical music. The idea that if you have the chops you will be rewarded, you will be recognized and you know, no matter what kind of great artistic idea you might have, if you can't play the notes, you can't play the notes. That kind of ethos of meritocracy is particularly strong in classical music because of the technical demands of the genre, and that and that kind of, you know, goes hand in hand with the model minority methods for Asian Americans.  00:19:20 Isabel Li  Definitely. That's really interesting and another part of your book that was quite fascinating to me when I first read it was chapter 3. You talked about the intersection of gender as well as, you know, racial identity in classical music. The chapter is called Playing Gender and you talk about, I think at large don't necessarily associate classical music with a discipline that provides a stable job. It is an art form and there is kind of an uphill battle for artists in a sense like a starving artist myth there. We're not even a myth. Like if there's a starving artist image, whereas the image of a very successful classical musician there's this duality that you also mentioned in one of your other chapters about class. So what really interested me in for this chapter was that there was this intersection of power in classical music of who would go down the path that might not be traditionally as successful. How do you think gender dynamics play into this and how do you think they might have shifted within the last two decades or so?  00:20:20 Mari Yoshihara  Huh. I'm not sure if it has shifted all that much in the last two decades, but as you said, because music I mean, not just classical music, but music. Like, you know, arts in general is a field that is very like economically insecure in terms of career, right?   But at the same time. Classical music is associated with kind of, you know, bourgeois identity and just kind of overall cultivation and so, many Asian, Asian American parents are very eager to send their kids to, say, piano lessons, violin lessons, cello lessons, etcetera. To, you know, give them a well-rounded education and also because it is considered useful tool, you know, when you're going to college and stuff like, you know being, you know, being able to show that you're very talented violinist, for instance, is believed to help your college application.  So there's this, you know, both stereotype and reality that like, you know, places like Julliard Pre-College, very competitive, you know, school, like music education program for kids is filled with Asian, Asian American, you know, students and their parents who are waiting, waiting for them to come out of school.   So there's that. But how gender plays into this is that while both men and women are do study music at a young age. When it comes to, you know, choosing say, college, like what they would, what they would pursue at the college level, far fewer male students tend to choose music as their college major or go to conservatory and pursue it as a as a career. But I think it's both their own choice. And also especially for Asian and Asian Americans, like parental pressure to not pursue music professionally because of, you know, financial insecurity.   So there's that, and also how that plays into the actual experiences of Asian, Asian Americans musicians who do study music is that I have heard from a number of female Asian musicians that either their peers or especially their teachers are doubtful that they are actually serious about music. There is a stereotype that, you know, say for instance, Japanese or Korean female students at Juilliard School, Manhattan School or whatever, they are there because they, you know, they want to study music and then find a good husband and marry, you know, a lawyer or doctor or engineer or something. [laughs] And and not that that doesn't happen. But that's a stereotype of, you know, that's a racialized and gender stereotype that comes from these, you know, gender and class and racialized dynamics.  00:23:35 Isabel Li  And just for clarification, is the classical music world at large still a male dominated field?  00:23:41 Mari Yoshihara  Yes. Oh yes. Definitely. I mean, it depends on the segment of you know, I mean classical music is itself quite diverse. So if you look at, for instance, the string section, especially the violin section of the New York Philharmonic for instance, you will find that like, I think the majority of those violin players are Asian women, perhaps. But if you look at say for instance, the Faculty of Conservatories or music directors and major orchestras and said, I mean still very male dominated.  00:24:23 Isabel Li  Yeah. Yeah, definitely. I like how your book also has so many different layers for each chapter. So Chapter 3 was about the gender intersection with this, with this identity, and Chapter 4, was it Chapter 4, I believe it was about class, Class Notes, and you've already mentioned a little bit about how class plays into the perception of music, how class influences gender even. But there's a statement in there that you said that, “it's misleading to characterize Asian musicians as just coming from the upper middle class.” And it makes sense that people would think of musicians coming from this economic bracket, because classical music is an in and of itself a very kind of expensive undertaking. You need so many lessons, so many instruments. But tell us why this statement would be misleading.  00:25:15 Mari Yoshihara  Because I mean, first of all, most of the overwhelmed, I would say overwhelming majority of the Asian, Asian American musicians that I interviewed come from middle class backgrounds, many of them from so-called like professional executive class backgrounds in, meaning that their parents hold these professional executive positions, right. And that's why they were able to afford advanced musical studies from a fairly young age. They need, you know, sustained and disciplined and often costly, you know, lessons, you know, competitions, etcetera, auditions, travel, etcetera. So that's for sure, yeah.   At the same time, there are also Asian musicians who come from less privileged backgrounds, you know, immigrant families who have, because quite a few. I mean overall Asian American population, many immigrants experience downward social mobility upon immigrating to the United States because of, you know, oftentimes linguistic barriers or you know, or plain old racism. And so you're not Asian families that immigrate to the United States, like, for instance, if the parents have professional positions back in South Korea, oftentimes they become, you know, for instance, you know, small business owners and they experience downward social mobility. I mean, that's a very common scenario. Yeah, so now all Asian, Asian American musicians grow up in a privileged environment.  00:27:06 Isabel Li  Definitely a great point. Now before we move on to some discussions about Mari's research. First of all, thank you for tuning in to Obbligato on APEX Express, we'll be taking a short music break and as mentioned earlier, a great way to increase diversity within classical music is to uplift works by living composers. If you're listening to my first.  00:27:26 Isabel Li  Episode 2 months ago, you'll know that I featured music by Chinese American composer Zhou Tian. I'm happy to say that coming up next is one of Zhou's compositions inspired by a trip to Italy. This is a piece called Hidden Grace performed by the Formosa Trio.  27:45 – COMP MUSIC – Hidden Grace  00:35:34 Isabel Li  That was a piece called Hidden Grace, composed by Zhou Tian for a fascinating instrumentation of flute, Viola and heart coming up for our second piece. In this interview, break another movement by Zhou Tian, the third movement of his double concerto for violin and Viola, called Rendezvous.  35:58 – COMP MUSIC – Double Concerto for Violin and Viola, III. Rendezvous  00:41:09 Isabel Li  Noah Bendix-Balgley on violin, Shanshan Yao on viola, and the Hangzhou Philharmonic, playing the third and final movement of Zhou Tian's Double Concerto for violin and viola. So back to the conversation with Professor Mari Yoshihara.  00:41:25 Isabel Li  As you also mentioned before, you're working on an updated version of Musicians from a Different Shore. Can you talk–I don't know how much you can talk about your, like upcoming projects, but are you using similar research methods to what you've done before using ethnographic field work? You've mentioned the new changing dynamics of classical music in the United States with new waves of activism and awareness. What are some new topics of your chapters that you might focus on? So for your 2007 publication, you talked about your gender and class and how these intersect with identity. Are there any new things that you're drawing upon here?  00:42:02 Mari Yoshihara  Yeah. So I'm using basically the same research method. I'm interviewing actually some of the same people that appeared in Musicians from a Different Shore. Some people kept in touch with over the years, I've gone back to them and interviewed them to see the trajectories of their careers since the first time I interviewed them. But then I've also interviewed a bunch of other, you know, new musicians that I'm speaking with for the first time. So it's essentially an interview and ethnographic fieldwork-based research.  I told you earlier about I think one of the biggest changes is, as I said before, the activism and advocacy on the part of Asian, Asian American musicians themselves. So I have one chapter about that. Like, what? How? What kinds of advocacy and activism they're engaged in.   Another big change that I'm seeing is that compared to 20 years ago, there are a lot more Asian musicians in the field of opera.  00:43:01 Isabel Li  Ohh yeah.  00:43:02 Mari Yoshihara  Uh. Both as singers. Yeah, many of them singers, but also in other, you know, like for instance opera, you know, pianist for opera or be opera directors, et cetera. There are many more Asians in this particular field than what I saw 20 years ago. And I talked about this a little bit in my first book, but opera is a very particular kind of field within classical music.   How race plays into opera is very different from other areas of classical music because it's a theatrical art form. It's visually oriented, you know art form. And because singers have to be cast in order to, you know, sing on stage. So the racial politics in opera, you know, unfolds very differently from, say, for pianists or cellists or conductors or or composers.   So I now have a whole chapter about opera, especially Madame Butterfly, that this very fraught work, you know, opera that many Asian and Asian Americans have love hate relationships. A lot of pigeon-holing that happens in that through that opera. But also, production of new opera by Asian and Asian American artists, composers, directors, singers, etcetera. So I have a whole chapter about that.   And then I also will have another chapter about, you know, what it means to, you know, sit at the table, basically. Like stand on the podium and sit at the table, stand on the podium. Not only, I mean I will, I will have a whole discussion about Asian and Asian Americans conductors, but not only in that literal sense of, you know, standing at the podium, but like being at the table like in other words, not only, Asian and Asian American musicians playing music that are given to them and they are assigned to them that they're hired to play, but also having a real voice in the organizational and institutional dimensions of classical music industry. So the kinds of people, Asians, who are in these positions more executive positions with decision making power what their experiences are like. I'm going to have a chapter about that.   So those are some of my ideas. I'm still in the middle of the project, so I can't. I can't see the whole picture, but those are some of my current ideas.  00:45:48 Isabel Li  I see. And do you have an idea of when this book will be published or an updated version?  00:45:54 Mari Yoshihara  Well [laughs], my goal rather ambitious goal is to have it published in 2027, because that would be 20 years since Musicians from a Different Shore, so that would be ideal if I can make that.  00:46:08 Isabel Li  Well, yeah. Nice. That's really exciting, definitely. I will also kind of bridge, I guess my part of the research into this part of the interview, since I'd love to talk to you a little bit more about how classical music in general is portrayed in media.   So as I've introduced myself before, I had a back, I have a background in media studies as well as music history and theory. And what was really interesting to me in my senior thesis while I was doing research for that was I coined this term and it could just be loosely associated with the genre of film. But it's the “classical music film.” So think of any narrative fictional film you can think of with a classical musician in there. So it could be like Amadeus, where I think of like Tár. If you watch Tár like a lot of these depictions are quite understandably white and European, but they my senior thesis I've never really seen any depictions of Asian American or Asian classical musicians? I was wondering if you have ever watched a film like that, or could maybe talk a bit about maybe the lack of representation in media, how media plays into how people perceive classical music as a genre as a whole.  00:47:23 Mari Yoshihara  That is a very interesting question. I think you know, because of the stereotype of Asian and Asian American model minority and model minority stereotype often is associated with, you know, violin or piano-playing Asian American kids, I think. Asian, Asian American characters who are, you know, these kind of musical classical music geniuses appear here and there. But the ones that center on such a character as the main, you know, like the protagonist, come to think of it, I'm not sure if I've seen. I mean, I've seen several Korean dramas, you know, character, but those are Korean dramas, not Asian American, so more American works with Asian classical musicians…  00:48:21 Isabel Li  And I think also classical music as a genre is. It's interesting because classical music is also kind of underrepresented. It's not quite in the mainstream. And then one of my final questions for you is I do also want to take a second to acknowledge that your book was actually one of the only books that I could find about this topic. I think there are not that many other books about Asian and Asian Americans in classical music. I think there are a few other books and a few and definitely some papers that talk about this, but what got you interested in this field? And I don't know if you think there's a scarcity of information, but do you think there's relative scarcity of information about this topic?  00:49:01 Mari Yoshihara  Yeah. So how I got into it is. So I was a pretty serious student of piano when I was a child. That's like, yeah, that really kind of preoccupied my childhood and adolescence. But then I, for various reasons I ended up not going to a music Conservatory and became an academic.   And then once I entered academia and became a scholar of American studies, all I was studying was like race, gender, class. I mean, that's what  we do in American studies. And my first book, which was originally my doctoral dissertation, was a cultural history of orientalism and white women. So that was a study of the intersections of race and gender and to some extent class in American history.   So once I finished that book, I was thinking about what projects to work on next. And I happened to turn on the TV, and it just so happens that the Vienna Phil New Year's concert, conducted by Seiji Ozawa was playing on the TV and that was sort of my “aha” moment because I had always known or, you know, kind of generally aware that Asians and Asian Americans are, if not necessarily overrepresented, but, you know, they're quite numerous, you know. They're present. Their numerical presence is quite notable in classical music that is often associated with white, you know, European culture, elite culture.  So I was kind of curious about that phenomenon, but I hadn't really thought too much about it until I watched Seiji Ozawa were conducting the Vienna Phil. And that's when I thought, well, maybe I can kind of combine my classical music background and my academic training in studies of race, gender, class into this project. So that's when I decided to work on. You know, this topic of Asians and Asian Americans, classical music.  I think the reason that there hadn't been at least a book-length study on the topic until my book is that for one thing, classical music is considered to be kind of a very abstract absolute form of music. This ethos that it is kind of transcends– that it is a universal, transcendental kind of genre, that is sort of above things like politics or race or gender. Like it shouldn't matter that these, you know, individual identity, racialized gender identity shouldn't matter vis-à-vis the universalism of classical music. I mean that kind of ethos is very strong in this particular genre of music. I think that has a lot to do with it.   And also the study of classical music until rather recently, like musicological study of classical music, really tended to be focused on the study of composers and their works, right? It was the textual that, like it, was an analysis of Beethoven Symphony or, you know, Bach Fugues, etcetera. Yeah. It was really focused on the study of the score, the study of the composer's ideas, as reflected in the score, I mean that was the centerpiece of musicological approach to classical music.  And so sort of more sociological anthropological study of the musical practice is a relatively new approach in in the field of musicology. I'm not a musicologist. So that's not how I'm trained. But I think the academic approach to classical music was not very, kind of, open to the kinds of topics that I raised in Musicians from a Different Shore.  00:53:12 Isabel Li  Definitely. I see. And my very final fun question for you is can you name three of your favorite classical music pieces for any recommendations you have for the audience who might be listening, who might be wondering what they will listen to next?  00:53:27 Mari Yoshihara  Well, OK well. Pieces well, because I wrote a book about Leonard Bernstein. I mean, I ended up– I wrote a book about Leonard Bernstein. Not necessarily because I was an avid fan of Bernstein. It just kind of happened this this project. But nonetheless of while I was doing research and writing the book I did listen to a lot of Bernstein. I and I have come to really love Bernstein music and so. And you know, of course, everybody knows West Side Story, but he actually wrote many other pieces that may not be as well known.   Well among the pieces that I like, I like…which one should I choose? I will choose. Ohh well, I'll choose a piece that I learned myself as a pianist.  I learned the piece called “Touches” that he wrote. It was a commission piece for the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, and it's kind of yeah, it's a chorale and variation. So that's very interesting and very interesting and very Bernstein-esque so well.   I'll OK, as an American study scholar. I'll, I'll stick with American pieces. I like someone Barber a lot. I like Barber “Excursions,” which I also learned to play.  00:55:04 Isabel Li  Yeah.  00:55:09 Isabel Li  Tough question.  00:55:11 Mari Yoshihara  Umm, Mason Bates piece that I also learned, “White Lies For Lomax.” This one was also, I believe…was it commissioned by the Cliburn? But no, maybe it wasn't. Yeah, I think it was commissioned. But anyway, I played it at the Van Cliburn International– the amateur competition of the Cliburn competition.  I did all these. So like Bernstein, Bates, Amy Beach piece I also played. Yeah, I'll stop there. I I wish you had prepped me for that then [laughs]–  00:55:42 Isabel Li  Oh my gosh. Great responses.  00:55:46 Mari Yoshihara  Hard to think on the spot.  00:55:47 Isabel Li  Yeah, I totally get that. Whenever people ask me for my favorite composer, I never have an answer. No, so I totally get it.   Well, thank you so much for your time, Mari. And thank you for your wonderful insights. I'll put the link to your books so that people can learn about your works on APEX Express on kpfa.org. So thank you so much for your time, Mari.  00:56:07 Mari Yoshihara  Thank you.  00:56:09 Isabel Li  As mentioned, please check our website kpfa.org to find out more about Mari Yoshihara, her scholarship, and links to two of her books. We thank all of you listeners out there. Keep resisting, keep organizing, keep creating and sharing your visions with the world. Your voices are important.  00:56:31 Isabel Li  APEX Express is produced by Miko Lee, Jalena Keane-Lee, Preeti Mangala Shekar, Anuj Vaidya, Swati Rayasam, and Cheryl Truong. Tonight's show was produced by Isabel Li. Thanks to the team at KPFA  for their support. Have a great night.  [OUTRO MUSIC]  The post APEX Express – 09.04.2025 – Obbligato with Mari Yoshihara appeared first on KPFA.

Corso - Deutschlandfunk
Reihe Funky Places: Midori - Tokios fahrbare Mini-Bar

Corso - Deutschlandfunk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 5:55


Iffland, Thorsten www.deutschlandfunk.de, Corso

Roots and All
Episode 348: A Forest Fix

Roots and All

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 26:34


I'm speaking with Olga Evans, co-founder of the Forest Bathing Institute and author of a new book exploring the science behind nature's healing power. We'll discover what forest bathing really means, whether you need an actual forest to benefit, and learn practical techniques you can use wherever you are. Links The Forest Bathing Institute The Healing Power of Trees by Olga Terebenina and Gary Evans Other episodes if you liked this one: Episode 48: Forest Bathing with Stefan Batorijs— Forest Bathing, or Shinrin Yoku, is the practice of immersing yourself in nature as therapy. It's the perfect antidote for those who feel disconnected from the land and unattached from nature, which is increasingly likely to happen in a world where 55% of us live in urban areas. In this episode, I speak to Stefan Batorijs who founded Nature and Therapy UK in 2017, as a response to a growing need to foster a spiritual and psychological connection to the land. If you've always wondered what Forest Bathing, or Shinrin Yoku, entails, this is the episode for you!.  Episode 118: The Tokachi Millennium Forest with Dan Pearson & Midori Shintani — In this episode, I am very pleased to have a double interview with Dan Pearson and Midori Shintani, the two key horticultural forces driving the Tokachi Millennium Forest project in Hokaido, Japan and co-authors of the book Tokachi Millennium Forest: Pioneering a New Way of Gardening with Nature. I speak to Midori first, then Dan, about this vast, 1000 year project, their hopes and intentions for now and the future and about their own places with the timeline of the forest. Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall

Cheers 2 Ears!
Bad Theme Park Ideas with a La Cava Avocado

Cheers 2 Ears!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 31:27 Transcription Available


Send us a textWhat happens when creative theme park fans decide to imagine the absolute worst possible Disney lands? We're about to find out while sipping on one of Epcot's most unusual cocktails.We kick things off by sampling the La Cava Avocado from La Hacienda de San Angel in the Mexico Pavilion – a unique $19 concoction featuring tequila, Midori, fresh avocado, lime juice, and agave. With its smoothie-like consistency and surprising flavor profile, this drink proves to be unexpectedly enjoyable and potentially a sleeper hit for our year-end list.Then we unleash our worst (or best?) terrible theme park concepts. "Corporate Land" brings the magic of endless meetings to life with attractions like the TPS Report Coaster that never actually leaves the station and the Annual Shareholders Review Musical. "Tax Season Terrace" features an IRS Audit dark ride and the Deduction Deli where servers take 30% of your food and throw it away right in front of you.The creativity continues with "Diet Land" (requiring 30,000 mandatory steps), "Dental Kingdom" (featuring the painfully slow "Floss Coaster"), "Plumland" (bathroom-themed attractions with active splash zones), "Potato Land" (celebrating root vegetables with no cleanup stations), and "The Emotionally Repressed Frontier" (where animatronics silently process family issues).Our most intriguing bad idea might be "Touchstone Land," celebrating Disney's adult-oriented film label with attractions based on hits like "The Rock," "Dead Poets Society," and "Pretty Woman." This concept actually contains elements many Disney fans might genuinely enjoy – proving that sometimes even terrible ideas contain a spark of inspiration.Join us for this hilarious brainstorming session that blends Disney parks knowledge, nostalgia, and creativity into one unforgettable cocktail of an episode. What's your favorite terrible theme park concept?Here's who we are and what is in store for you

泉Izumi
Vol. 22 与两位动画从业者的聊天:吉卜力AI出现之后,动画行业怎么样了?

泉Izumi

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 106:40


各位听众朋友们大家好,欢迎收听新的一期《泉》播客。 大概在今年的三月底四月初,互联网上出现一股“吉卜力风格”的AI作画热潮。AI生成的“吉卜力风格”图片出现在各大社交媒体上,也引起了网民的激烈讨论。 “AI吉卜力是不是对「手绘作画」的一种侮辱?” “AI吉卜力有没有侵犯吉卜力的版权?”“我们该如何在AI面前保持创作的原创性?” 诸如此类的讨论持续发酵,在促使我们回顾AI与创作之间关系的同时,吉卜力这家工作室在观众心目中的独特地位也越发突出。很多英语世界的报道也强调吉卜力工作室在观众心目中的特殊地位,以及对AI不断发展的现状的担忧。比如福布斯在今年3月28日的报道“Studio Ghibli-Based Imagery Proves AI Art Keeps Generating Our Gag Reflex” 对“风格”的讨论已经由来已久,但是吉卜力工作室在观众心目中不可取代的位置让“AI创作”这一问题再次成为焦点。本期节目,我们特意邀请来了两位在日本动画行业的资深从业者——小一和小二,希望她们能够从从业者的角度分享对这个问题的见解。我们在本期节目中讨论的问题包括:目前日本的动画行业对AI的使用度究竟有多高?AI都被用来做什么?如何理解吉卜力这家公司?吉卜力工作室在日本动画行业的定位是什么?一部动画从被制作出来到走向市场到底要经过哪些坎?.... 带着这些问题,让我们跟随小一和小二,一起进入动画这个神奇又美丽的行业。 *录音过程因为远距离网络问题,有时候会有些许卡顿,或许会影响听感。以后我们也会更加注意录制的设备和环境问题。感谢各位听友的包容和理解。 本期节目中提到的动画电影作品包括: 《辉夜姬物语》 《平成狸合战》 《千与千寻》 《悬崖上的波妞》 《幽灵公主》 《侧耳倾听》 《起风了》 《你想活出怎样的人生》 《猫的报恩》 《岁月的童话》 《蓦然回首》 《言叶之庭》 《秒速5厘米》 《东京教父》 《哪吒闹海》 《头脑特工队2》 《天气之子》 《你的名字》 《利兹与青鸟》 《雄狮少年》 《机器人之梦》 《东京教父》 《我的邻居山田君》 ^《侧耳倾听》海报 © 1995 Aoi Hiiragi, Shueisha/Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli, NH ^《秒速五厘米》海报 本期节目中提到的纪录片和参考书目包括: 《梦与狂想的王国》 《芥子园画谱》 感谢大家收听!如果有任何想对我们说的话,欢迎给我们写信,我们的邮箱

Stationery Freaks
The Art, Craft & Purpose of Travellers Journals with Frank from Yokogaki

Stationery Freaks

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 40:17 Transcription Available


Join Rob and Helen in this edition of Stationery Freaks as they welcome special guest Frank, from Yokogaki, for a deep dive into the fascinating world of travel journals / notebooks!Frank shares a mini masterclass on exactly what traveler's journals are, how they differ from the typical notebook, and various ways to use them for everything from bullet journaling to light scrapbooking on the go. Frank, who found himself crafting his own high-quality, leather journals, shares his unique philosophy behind creating companions that "love you back," exploring the Japanese concept of Mottainai (regret over waste) and a deep respect for resources. Learn why these versatile, customisable, and durable notebooks are truly more than just a notebook or journal, and why you might be missing out on a whole subculture of charms and inserts! Helen's already online buying charms. Frank also shares a whopping 20% off his Traveler's Journals for our listeners:Simply use code stationeryfreak20 at checkout: https://yokogaki.be/Key Takeaways:What Makes a Traveler's Journal Unique: Discover how these sturdy, customisable covers with rubber bands/ribbons allow you to mix and match any refills (dotted, sketching, calendar, etc.) and inserts (pouches, envelopes) to suit your needs, consolidating multiple notebooks into one portable system.The "Why" Behind the Craft: Learn about Frank's philosophy rooted in "Mottainai" – a deep respect for resources and a passion for creating high-quality, timeless designs that are built to last a lifetime, challenging the idea of disposable stationery. And pen loops designed for pens like Tom's Studio Lumos.Beyond the Page: Explore creative uses for traveler's journals, from combining them with Hobonichi inserts and Instax photos for daily mindfulness, to sketching scenes and collecting travel mementos.Choosing Wisely: Gain insights into what makes a good traveler's journal, with a look at materials like leather and even cork, and the importance of durability.A Growing Ecosystem: Hear about the vast community surrounding traveler's journals, from specific brands like Midori to subcultures dedicated to charms.We also kind of spring our usual Desert Island stationery on Frank (we forgot to mention we'd do it!) but Frank comes back with some solid items of stationery to accompany him on a desert island.Enjoy!Rob & HelenYou can find Frank on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yokogaki_shopUse code stationeryfreak20 at checkout for 20% of Traveler's notebooks / journals : https://yokogaki.be/---Discover the Stationery Freaks newsletter at : https://stationeryfreaks.substack.com/

SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送
Tomoya Midori Hitchhiking from Cairns to Melbourne over the course of one month - ヒッチハイクでオーストラリア縦断に挑戦中、「緑の旅人」 緑ともやさん

SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 14:19


After taking on the challenge of traveling all around Japan in a tuk-tuk, Tomoya Midori has hit pause due to the rainy season and shifted gears — all the way to Australia! Now, he's on a brand-new journey: hitchhiking from Cairns to Melbourne over the course of one month. Embracing the open road, local connections, and unpredictable twists of travel, Tomoya is experiencing Australia in the rawest and most adventurous way possible. - 昨年の11月からトゥクトゥクに乗って日本一周に挑戦している「緑の旅人」こと、緑ともやさん。日本が梅雨入りし、旅を一時中断したともやさんは、新たな挑戦の舞台をオーストラリアに決めて来豪。現在はケアンズからメルボルンを目指して、1ヶ月かけてヒッチハイクでオーストラリア縦断に挑戦中です。

Una Vida Sin Sombras
#143 Esperando 22 años por el milagro | Adiel Chaves

Una Vida Sin Sombras

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 65:34


En este episodio conmovedor de Una Vida Sin Sombras, conversamos con Adiel, un padre que, junto a su esposa Midori, vivió un largo y desafiante camino de más de dos décadas esperando la llegada de su hijo, Koshi. Adiel nos abre su corazón para compartir cómo el amor en pareja, una fe inquebrantable y una relación profunda con Dios les dieron fuerza para no rendirse. Un testimonio inspirador sobre perseverancia, fortaleza emocional y la belleza de los milagros cuando todo parece perdido.

Podcast Campamento Krypton
CK#319: Mangas cortos para la manga corta

Podcast Campamento Krypton

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 157:10


"No compro manga porque son series muy largas" Desmontando ese mito, hacemos una selección veraniega en la que desmontamos esa idea y os recomendamos un montón de mangas de tomo único también. Junto al gran FAEH de Ramen Para Dos y 4 señoras fans del manga -Umaru, Aida TM, Emma Ríos y Sheila de Pro Shôjo Spain - hacemos una lista en la que cabe de todo. Clasicazos como Nausicaa o Don de Drácula, longsellers como Museum, obras muy bonitas como Metamorfosis Bl o La canción de Midori, BL como Mi vecino metalero, macarradas como Tokyo Zombi, Hideout de Kakizaki, Solanin de Asano, animes como El pecado original de Takopi, Dragonhead y hasta Superman vs la comida japonesa. Además entrevistamos al dibujante Toni Caballero que nos habla de su trabajo en Back Home o Yo soy Leyenda Y tenemos tiempo de reseñar cómic no japonés: Humor se escribe con lápiz, Mi vecino Bebeto y El caso de David Zimmerman Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

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"No compro manga porque son series muy largas" Desmontando ese mito, hacemos una selección veraniega en la que desmontamos esa idea y os recomendamos un montón de mangas de tomo único también. Junto al gran FAEH de Ramen Para Dos y 4 señoras fans del manga -Umaru, Aida TM, Emma Ríos y Sheila de Pro Shôjo Spain - hacemos una lista en la que cabe de todo. Clasicazos como Nausicaa o Don de Drácula, longsellers como Museum, obras muy bonitas como Metamorfosis Bl o La canción de Midori, BL como Mi vecino metalero, macarradas como Tokyo Zombi, Hideout de Kakizaki, Solanin de Asano, animes como El pecado original de Takopi, Dragonhead y hasta Superman vs la comida japonesa. Además entrevistamos al dibujante Toni Caballero que nos habla de su trabajo en Back Home o Yo soy Leyenda Y tenemos tiempo de reseñar cómic no japonés: Humor se escribe con lápiz, Mi vecino Bebeto y El caso de David Zimmerman

PLAFF
Travail des seniors, retraité.es, rôle des femmes : une comparaison France/Japon (ép. 95)

PLAFF

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 22:56 Transcription Available


Pour le vieillissement démographique, le Japon a une longueur d'avance. Pour y faire face, il explore des voies qui sont profondément différentes de celles de la France. C'est donc avec grande curiosité que j'ai interviewé Midori Maki. Elle est 100%bilingue et biculturelle.Elle a étudié et travaille dans les deux pays et, en tant que consultante franco-japonaise, s'attache à faire comprendre la richesse de ces deux cultures.Je l'interroge sur trois aspects culturels et sociétaux qui structurent le pays et la vie citoyenne.Le rapport au travail, la volonté de participer à la vie collectiveexpliquent-ils que 33 % des personnes âgées de 70 à 75 anstravaillent encore ? La place des personnes âgées dans les entreprises et la sociétéà combien s'élèvent les retraites ? quel taux de pauvreté des 65+ ?quelle est la place de la solidarité familiale et intergénérationnelle ?Quel est le rôle respectif des hommes et des femmes dans la société ? La division traditionnelle sexuée des responsabilités (=les hommes travaillent, les femmes sont au foyer) perdure-t-elle, comme peut le faire penser le très médiocre classement international du Japon en terme d'égalités F/H ?Midori conclut en disant qu'il ne s'agit pas, d'un côté ou l'autre, de donner des leçons mais bien plutôt de comprendre que ce qui paraît définitif et immuable dans un pays ne l'est pas et que d'autres façons de penser sont possibles.REFERENCESla situation précaire des femmes japonaises âgéesLe monde En Asie, le taux de pauvreté des personnes âgées ne diminue pas. Classement mondial 2024 sur l'égalité des sexes : le Japon 118ème, la France 22èmeSi cet épisode vous a plu, vous pouvez vous abonner à Plaff sur votre plateforme d'écoute préférée et également vous abonner sur mon site (encart disponible en bas de chaque page) afin de recevoir la newsletter pour vous informer de la sortie de chaque nouvel épisode et du nom de l'invitée.http://plaffpodcast.fr/ Si vous aimez les podcasts 50 ans et toutes ses dents et Vieilles en puissance, Plaff - Place aux femmes fortes est aussi pour vous, c'est sûr !Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Semper Fiat
8. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 57:32


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Semper Fiat
1. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 83:04


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Semper Fiat
2. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 86:35


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Semper Fiat
3. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 109:24


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Semper Fiat
4. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 97:36


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Semper Fiat
5. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 117:38


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Semper Fiat
6. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 94:59


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Semper Fiat
7. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 92:34


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Semper Fiat
9. Siervos de Dios Takashi & Midori ante la posible Tercera Guerra Mundial

Semper Fiat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 101:58


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The Takeaway Table Podcast
#225 IMPULSE BUYS THAT WOULD SEND MY ACCOUNTANT INTO A COMA

The Takeaway Table Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 73:58


Impulse buys — love them or regret them, we all have them. And this week, we're putting our bank statements on the table and exposing our most unhinged purchases of the year so far.From breaking the bank on stationery to selling our kidneys for would-be family heirlooms, and convincing ourselves we're definitely not just gonna use it once — you might wanna sit down for this very expensive show-and-tell.#youmightwannasitdownforthispodcast Follow The Takeaway Table!https://www.instagram.com/thetakeawaytable/ Join our Community Discord Server!https://discord.gg/thetakeawaytableCHAPTERS04:45 - Justifying a RM3.89K mall cop scooter 12:50 - The Anywhere 3s14:20 - Strictly killing expensive Japanese trees29:50 - What standup comics stand on 22:50 - Buying the Midori of new jeans27:35 - Japanese denim maker hype 31:00 - God level RM900 stationary hauls 31:30 - We only bring dogshit water to S&S 34:30 - The Parker Pen36:45 - Graeme's Influencer starter pack41:25 - The end game coffee maker 44:50 - Dropping RM13k on a coffee machine 45:25 - Mingyue & Sof's home cafe 47:00 - End Game Items 48:24 - Strong Independent Corporate Girl Bag52:00 - Buying a RM25K family heirloom 56:00 - Single-use happiness only buys 1:00:00 - Can't make this one up it's bad bad1:07:50 - Buying a sandwich shop

Life With Eric
Episode 209 - Murderita

Life With Eric

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 53:02


Studio E is all laughs as Eric recalls his 90s Casanova days with Midori margaritas, while Kiley weighs in on the Karen Read trial and Palm Springs bombing.

Thrall's Balls
Episode #184: Gob Your Trotter!

Thrall's Balls

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 80:46


Wwwhats up swingaz? From the TBHQ in the grizzly lands of Wisconsin, welcome to Thrall's Balls episode #184!Mdotw: Johnnie - Gallywix - Liberation of UndermineVersion 11.5 oz Scotch / Whiskey / Bourbon0.5 oz Blue Curacao0.5 oz Midori0.5 oz Roses Lime Juice (If you don't want to use Roses, use 0.75 oz of real lime juice)Add All Ingredients into a shaker with crushed iceShake how much you want to shake your lieutenant who hasn't paid their dues this week for at least 8 secondsstrain out into a rocks glass with ice (half full) I suggest Crushed ice for better texture.Version 2Double the Volume of ALL ingredientsAdd everything except the Midori to the Shaker and shake it like you just had to bazooka your competition.Add Midori to a shot glass separatelyUse a pint Glass unlike my dumbassPoured Shaken contents into the Pint GlassBomb in the Midori like you just dropped a Stink bomb on your rebelling employeesand Take a big gulp of the drink quickly after shifting the cup around a couple times.Next week: current patch drinks! Woolly is gonna make...The Nightfall! Hint: it's gonna be COLDWoW NewsIon on 11.1.5https://www.wowhead.com/news/game-director-responds-to-buggy-patch-11-1-5-launch-interview-with-pc-gamer-376918Turbo Boosthttps://www.wowhead.com/news/turbo-boost-event-now-live-puzzling-cartel-chips-crafted-gear-boosts-and-more-376844#commentsTriple Threat Titlehttps://www.wowhead.com/news/triple-threat-title-now-available-complete-keys-as-every-role-to-unlock-376855Player Housing and Content Creatorshttps://www.wowhead.com/news/world-of-warcraft-player-housing-content-creator-reviews-and-interviews-376885Final thoughts?Follow us:@Woolly08 twt insta bsky, @Woolly_08 tktk@HunterGershom twt Bsky, @HunterGerrshom insta@BoomyNation twt YouTubeJohnnie.Tips Discord, @Johnnie.Tips InstaCRAIIIIG! @CraigAddict Twt@ThrallsBallsPod TwtEmail us with any feedback or questions: ThrallsBallsPodcast@gmail.comYou can also leave us feedback on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or even in a specialized reviews channel on our Discord. Go to ThrallsBalls.com to find our Linktree. All our relevant links (including Discord) can be found there.Bye we love you be good!https://discord.gg/HuFkhagM3Z

Fluent Fiction - Japanese
Blossoms & Serendipity: Haruto's Leap into Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Japanese

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 17:30


Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Blossoms & Serendipity: Haruto's Leap into Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-05-17-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 新宿の春、ゴールデンウィークの賑やかさの中、道は人でいっぱいだった。En: In Shinjuku during spring, amidst the bustling Golden Week festivities, the streets were filled with people.Ja: ビルの間に小さな桜の花が風に揺れて、都会に美しい色を添えていた。En: Among the buildings, small cherry blossoms swayed in the wind, adding beautiful colors to the city.Ja: 春の暖かい日差しを感じながら、遥斗という一人の青年が歩いていた。En: Feeling the warm spring sunshine, a young man named Haruto was walking.Ja: 毎日、彼は家と仕事を行ったり来たりするだけの単調な日々に、少しうんざりしていた。En: Every day, he was getting a bit tired of the routine monotony of just going back and forth between home and work.Ja: その日、新宿の雑踏の中で、遥斗は少しだけ自分を変えることを考えていた。En: That day, amid the hustle and bustle of Shinjuku, Haruto was considering changing himself just a bit.Ja: もっと人生に刺激が欲しいと彼は思っていた。En: He felt he wanted more excitement in his life.Ja: 人々は楽しそうに休暇を楽しんでいる。だけど、遥斗の心はどこか落ち着かない。なぜなら、彼には何かが欠けているような気がしていたからだ。En: People were cheerfully enjoying their holidays, but Haruto's heart was somehow restless because he felt something was missing.Ja: そのとき、彼の目に異変が映った。En: At that moment, something unusual caught his eye.Ja: 向こうで、一人の女性が倒れるのが見えた。En: In the distance, he saw a woman fall.Ja: 緑と名乗る外国の旅行者だった。En: It was a foreign traveler who went by the name Midori.Ja: 彼女は急に顔を青ざめ、苦しそうにしていた。En: She suddenly turned pale and appeared to be in distress.Ja: どうやら、食物アレルギーの発作だったようだ。En: It seemed to be an allergic reaction to food.Ja: 周りの人は驚いて立ち止まり、何をすればいいかわからない様子だった。En: The people around were startled and stopped, unsure of what to do.Ja: 遥斗は一瞬立ち尽くした。En: Haruto stood frozen for a moment.Ja: どうするべきかわからない自分を責めた。En: He blamed himself for not knowing what to do.Ja: でも、彼の心の中で何かが弾けた。En: But then, something inside his heart burst forth.Ja: 「このままではいけない」と思い、彼は前に出た。En: Thinking “I can't just stand by,” he stepped forward.Ja: 「大丈夫ですか?」と彼は緑に声をかけた。En: “Are you okay?” he called out to Midori.Ja: 彼女は苦しそうにうなずく。En: She nodded with difficulty.Ja: 遥斗はスマートフォンを取り出し、急いで119に電話をかけた。En: Haruto quickly took out his smartphone and called 119.Ja: 「助けが来ますからね」と彼は言った。En: “Help is on the way,” he said.Ja: 周囲の人に助けを求め、彼は応急処置を試みた。En: He asked people around them for help and attempted first aid.Ja: 彼は心の中で必死に念じた。「大丈夫、大丈夫だ...」En: In his heart, he desperately wished, “It'll be okay, it'll be okay...”Ja: 時間がゆっくり流れるように感じたが、やがて救急車のサイレンが聞こえてきた。En: Time seemed to pass slowly, but eventually, the sound of ambulance sirens reached their ears.Ja: 救急隊が到着し、緑を保護したとき、遥斗の胸には安心感と達成感が広がった。En: When the paramedics arrived and took care of Midori, a sense of relief and accomplishment spread through Haruto's chest.Ja: 彼は自分の行動を信じて良かったと感じたのだ。En: He felt good about trusting his actions.Ja: 数時間後、病院で落ち着いた緑は、遥斗に心からの感謝を述べた。En: A few hours later, Midori, who had calmed down at the hospital, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Haruto.Ja: 「助けてくれて本当にありがとう」と彼女は言った。En: “Thank you so much for helping me,” she said.Ja: 「あなたがいなければ、どうなっていたことか。」En: “I don't know what would have happened without you.”Ja: その後、緑は彼に一つの提案をした。En: Afterward, Midori made a suggestion to him.Ja: 「もしよければ、一緒に旅をしませんか?En: “If you don't mind, why don't we travel together?Ja: 新しい世界を見つける旅です。」En: A journey to discover a new world.”Ja: 遥斗は一瞬ためらったが、その誘いに心が踊った。En: Haruto hesitated for a moment, but his heart danced at the invitation.Ja: 彼は勇気を出し、一歩を踏み出すことにした。En: He gathered his courage and decided to take a step forward.Ja: 二人は笑顔で新たな冒険を誓い、賑やかな新宿の街を後にした。En: The two pledged to a new adventure with smiles and left the lively streets of Shinjuku behind.Ja: 遥斗は、人生は変化に満ちていると気づいた。En: Haruto realized that life is full of changes.Ja: 彼は、もう自分の殻に閉じこもる必要がないと知っていた。En: He knew that he no longer needed to stay confined in his own shell.Ja: これからの旅は、彼にどんな刺激と経験を与えるのか。En: What kind of excitement and experiences will this journey bring him?Ja: それは未知数だが、それこそが彼の求めていた興奮だった。En: It remains unknown, but that was precisely the thrill he was seeking.Ja: 遥斗は心の中で笑顔を浮かべながら、新しい一歩を踏み出していった。En: With a smile on his heart, Haruto took a new step forward. Vocabulary Words:amidst: 賑やかさの中bustling: 雑踏monotony: 単調routine: 日々restless: 落ち着かないunusual: 異変distress: 苦しそうstartled: 驚いてfrozen: 立ち尽くしたblamed: 責めたburst forth: 弾けたattempted: 試みたparamedics: 救急隊achievement: 達成感relief: 安心感hearted: 心からのgratitude: 感謝calmed down: 落ち着いたhesitated: ためらったgathered: 出しpledged: 誓いconfined: 閉じこもるshell: 殻thrill: 興奮sought: 求めていたwander: 旅をしませんかdiscovered: 見つけるsense: 感expression: 述べたuncertainty: 未知数

泉Izumi
Vol. 21 被黑船祭震撼到不能言语之零度殖民体验

泉Izumi

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 78:18


各位听众朋友们大家好。本期节目是Mila对一年前参与“黑船祭”经历的一次复盘,由大绿来进行采访。 1854年,美国马修·佩里(Matthew Perry)总督率领的黑船队抵达日本,静冈县下田市因此成为日本最早对外开放的港口城市。同时,下田市自1934年起,每年都会举办“黑船祭”。去年的5月16日至18日,Mila也变相地参与到了祭典当中,负责“黑船祭”中日美亲善活动的一些随行翻译工作。作为小喽啰的Mila承担的翻译工作相对轻松,大部分时间都在借这个机会观察和理解下田市,尤其是观察黑船祭这个节日本身。可能在到达下田市之前,Mila自己也没有想到这次经历会成为一个不愿想起的记忆黑洞,甚至直到将近一年后才可以重新把整件事组织好,叙述出来,这期节目也是这么应运而生的。 本期节目,我们将跟随Mila复盘她在黑船祭的行程,审视整个活动的组织和运作逻辑。为了帮助各位听友更加具有画面感,Mila从相册中找出去年拍的照片,还原当时的场景: 当地报纸对白浜小学日美亲善活动的报道 当时伊豆下田経済新聞的相关报道和照片 白浜小学小朋友做的手工 从東急酒店(三岛由纪夫爱住)望出去看到的海景 晚宴当天的水果塔 黑船祭当天的队列 黑船祭当天的舞台剧(复现黑船来港的历史场面) 了仙寺的环境 在下田市看的烟花大会 下田市本地的理发店(三岛由纪夫爱去)装裱的御使用理发剪刀和梳子 下田市当地店铺里摆放的三岛由纪夫肖像 玛德琳蛋糕(三岛由纪夫爱吃) 下田市的柑橘咖啡 下田市的自然景观 白浜神社 下田市的柑橘 感谢大家收听!今年的黑船祭应该也将在五月如期举行,不知道又会是怎么样一番景象呢… 如果有任何想对我们说的话,欢迎给我们写信,我们的邮箱

小潘&寶拉
第231集:大方地小氣,活得更自信

小潘&寶拉

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 44:04


「小氣」不是吝嗇,而是有原則。 - 本集感謝【販奇網】贊助播出

Right Hand Drive Guys
Car Shop Midori - EP.130

Right Hand Drive Guys

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 46:13


Send us a textEver wonder how all those RHD cars in Florida got titled? Heard all the tariff hype and want to know what people are actually paying?Anthony Chaudruc from Car Shop Midori in Florida/Japan talks about what its like being an importer, current tariffs, Registration in Florida and more.Check out Car Shop Midori on FacebookJoin the Facebook group -  Search "RHDGUYS - JDM BOYS" Socials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Everything with Everett
Midori Koyama 1930-2011

Everything with Everett

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 16:07


Send us a textMidori Koyama ObituaryMidori was born in West Torrence, California on Dec., 27, 1930 to Masaichiro Marumoto and Asako Okuda.  Midori was raised in Southern California until age 11 at which time she and her family moved to Utah as part of the voluntary evacuation “option” of Executive Order 9066 during World War II.  After moving to Utah she attended schools in the Clearfield and Layton, UT area and graduated from Davis High School in Ogden, UT in 1950.  She attended Weber State College and worked at Hill Air Force Base.Midori's father was a judo instructor in the Ogden area.  At her father's judo dojo annual tournament in 1960 she saw George Koyama, a judo instructor from Nampa, eating lunch.   She grabbed the teapot out of her mother's hand and walked over to serve him tea and the rest as they say is history.  They were married in 1962 at which time Midori moved to Nampa where she and George set up their home and started a family.One of Midori's passions was supporting education and working with children.  She began working for the Nampa School District in 1970 and worked at Lincoln, Kenwood & Centennial elementary schools.  Midori was part of the inaugural staff of Centennial school when it opened in 1976 and worked there until her retirement in 2004.  She served as an instructional aide and librarian during her 28 year career at Centennial.  At one point as librarian at Centennial she got the idea of selling pencils and origami cranes to raise money to buy books for the library.  The idea was so successful she continued and expanded her product line.  Kids at the school would save up their coins to make a purchase at “Mrs. Koyama's School Store” every week.  While no official tally exists, she raised thousands of dollars used to purchase books for the library.  Because of that work and her dedication, a section of the Centennial School library was dedicated in 1995 as “Mrs. Koyama's Book Garden” an honor in which she took great pride.  She volunteered at Centennial after retirement and continued to raise money for the school through her store.Another passion of Midori's was sharing and educating others about Japanese culture and the experiences of the Japanese Americans during WWII.  Before leaving California Midori's father, in fear of retribution and racism, piled many of the family's Japanese possessions in a heap to be burned.  Midori secretly pulled a favorite story book of historic Japanese heroes and hid it inside her belongings and took it to Utah unbeknownst to anyone in the family.  Perhaps spurred by that and other similar childhood experiences she wanted pass along her culture and experiences to future generations.  For many summers she held Japanese language classes for local area children.  She also presented information to many local school classes about her WWII relocation experience.Midori passed away due to a brief and sudden illness on Sunday, June 12, 2011.  She is survived by her husband, George.  She is also survived by her son John, daughter-in-law Joyce, and 3 grandchildren - Kristina, Jackie and Mason Koyama all from Sacramento, CA.  Her surviving brother and sisters are Hiroki Marumoto of Layton, UT; Yukari “Vicky” Mikesell of Belmont, CA; Bill Marumoto of Westminster, CA and Seiko Kikuta of Eugene, OR.  She was preceded in death by her parents.                Support the show

Ignatius Press Podcast
Sr. Orianne: Meet One of the Readers for Hallow's Pray40 Challenge

Ignatius Press Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 47:12


We are halfway through Lent, and for many of us, that means we are midway through Hallow's Pray40 Challenge. Today, Ben Eriksen joins Sr. Orianne Pietra René, who reads the passages for “A Song for Nagasaki” in the French version of Hallow's Pray40 Challenge. Sr. Orianne not only gives us a behind-the-scenes look at recording for Hallow, but she also provides insights into the life of Takashi Nagai and his wife, Midori. Because Takashi's story is told elsewhere, Sr. Orianne and Ben reflect on the impact that this story has had on their personal lives, and how Takashi is a model for Catholics struggling with the problem of evil and suffering. Both marvel at how relevant Takashi and Midori are for us today. For those who love Hallow's Pray40 challenge or are interested in the life of Takashi and Midori, this episode is for you!   Get Your Copy of A Song for Nagasaki: https://ignatius.com/a-song-for-nagasaki-snhep/   SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/

Outside the Cinema
Episode 886 Midori Kite

Outside the Cinema

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 97:13


In this episode, hosts Bill and Chris delve into the world of anime, discussing their personal experiences and the evolution of the genre. They explore notorious titles like 'Midori' and 'Kite', analyzing the darker themes and adult content present in these films. The conversation highlights the contrast between the innocence of animation and the often disturbing narratives that accompany it, providing a comprehensive overview of the complexities within the anime landscape. The conversation delves into the complexities of relationships depicted in anime, particularly focusing on the darker themes of manipulation and abuse. The speakers discuss their expectations versus the reality of storytelling in these narratives, highlighting cultural reflections and the impact of artistic choices on viewer experience. They express frustration over character development and the lack of agency for protagonists, ultimately questioning the purpose and audience of such disturbing content. In this conversation, Chris and Bill delve into the complexities of revenge narratives in film, particularly focusing on the animated and live-action adaptations of certain stories. They discuss the effectiveness of animation styles, character development, and the challenges of remaking controversial content. The dialogue highlights the emotional depth required in storytelling and critiques the execution of various cinematic elements, ultimately leading to their recommendations and reflections on the films discussed.

Have A Sip
Thùy Minh, Mẹ Thường & Em bé Midori: Phụ nữ thời nào cũng (có) thế?

Have A Sip

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 59:21


Phụ nữ vẫn thường được nhắc đến với sự dịu dàng, kiên trì và tận tụy. Phải chăng, phụ nữ thời nào cũng như thế – vẫn gánh vác muôn phần trách nhiệm, vẫn hy sinh thầm lặng mà ít khi đòi hỏi điều gì cho riêng mình? Nhưng cũng chính họ, qua từng thời đại, đã chứng minh rằng “phụ nữ thời nào cũng có thế” – có vị thế, có bản lĩnh để định đoạt số phận, để sống một cuộc đời không chỉ là bổn phận, mà còn là khát vọng, là tự do.Quốc tế Phụ nữ năm nay, Have A Sip tiếp tục dành sự tri ân và tôn vinh tới những người phụ nữ thông qua cuộc trò chuyện giữa ba thế hệ của gia đình host Thùy Minh - cô Thường & em bé Midori.Ba thế hệ trong một gia đình quy tụ trong một tập podcast với rất nhiều lần đầu. Lần đầu một cuộc trò chuyện “nội bộ gia đình” được công khai trước tất cả mọi người. Lần đầu host Thùy Minh cùng mẹ & con gái được lắng nghe những chia sẻ, suy nghĩ mà trước giờ họ chưa nói cho nhau nghe. Và còn rất nhiều những khoảnh khắc lần đầu đầy chân thật khác đã được ghi lại trong suốt cuộc trò chuyện.Tập phát sóng này cũng là một món quà mà Vietcetera muốn gửi đến các khán giả của Have A Sip, đặc biệt là các khán giả nữ, hãy luôn yêu thương, trân trọng chính mình và những người phụ nữ xung quanh mình. Bởi dù ở quá khứ, hiện tại hay tương lai, dù mình thuộc “thời” nào cũng sẽ “như thế”, cũng sẽ dám dấn thân, dám trải nghiệm, dám là mình để luôn “có thế” cho riêng mình.#HaveASip #Vietcetera #Vietcetera_Podcast #HAS214 #DoveVN #DoveHair #Sharethefirst #PhucHoiHuTon— Đừng quên có thể xem bản video của podcast này tại: YouTube Và đọc những bài viết thú vị tại website: Vietcetera — Yêu thích tập podcast này, bạn có thể donate tại: ● Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vietcetera ● Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/vietcetera Nếu có bất cứ góp ý, phản hồi hay mong muốn hợp tác, bạn có thể gửi email về địa chỉ team@vietcetera.com

MEGASheen
An interview with Miss International Queen USA 2025, Midori Monet

MEGASheen

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 40:13


We chat with Midori Monet. She is Miss International Queen USA 2025. Midori is the overall founding mother of the Kiki house of Moschino. She also competed in the Miss Washington USA pageant where she was named to the top 6. She is the first Transgender Woman to do so in Washington USA history.

泉Izumi
Vol. 20 “体育生”的标签背后是怎样的社会意识?“体育生”的成长中面对着怎样真实的困境?(下)

泉Izumi

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 131:42


各位泉的听众朋友们大家好,今天我们终于更新了Dailin返场节目的下集。在上一期节目中,我们聊了聊“文科男”这一标签,本期我们来到光谱的另一端,打算谈一谈“体育生”。在教育系统中,“体育生”处于什么样的位置?在目前大众的认知当中,“体育生”这一标签代表的是什么样的集体形象? 我试着把这一关键词输入给大众意识形态的集成——DeepSeek,来看看”体育生“背后携带的是怎样的认知。以下是DeepSeek的回答: 在中国,“体育生”这一标签通常指的是那些在体育方面有特长,并通过体育特长进入学校的学生。网民对这一标签的理解可能包含以下几个方面: 体育特长生:体育生通常是因为在某一项或多项体育运动中表现出色,通过体育特长生招生考试进入中学或大学的学生。他们在校期间除了要完成普通学生的学业外,还需要进行专业的体育训练。 身体素质好:由于长期进行体育训练,体育生通常被认为身体素质较好,具有较强的体能和运动能力。 学业压力相对较小:在一些人看来,体育生可能因为体育特长而在学业上享有一定的优惠政策,比如高考加分等,因此他们的学业压力相对较小。 职业前景:体育生的职业前景通常与体育相关,比如成为职业运动员、体育教练、体育老师等。但也有体育生选择其他职业道路。 刻板印象:社会上可能存在对体育生的刻板印象,比如认为他们只擅长体育而不擅长学习,或者性格较为外向、活泼等。这些刻板印象并不一定准确,因为体育生也是多样化的个体,每个人的情况都不尽相同。 文化现象:在社交媒体和网络文化中,“体育生”有时也被用作一种文化符号,代表着青春、活力和健康的生活方式。 需要注意的是,随着社会对多元化人才的认识加深,体育生的形象和地位也在逐渐变化,越来越多的人开始认识到体育生在学术、职业和个人发展方面的潜力和多样性。同时,政府和社会各界也在积极推动体育事业的发展,提高体育生的综合素质和社会认可度。 DeepSeek作为一种集合工具,提供的回答中有许多值得我们思考的地方。让我们怀揣着一系列问题,去回到与Dailin的对谈中,思考教育的不同路径,去反问:“体育生”的标签背后是怎样的社会意识?“体育生”的成长中到底面对着哪些真实的困境?Dailin也会带来真实的教育案例,还原“体育生”们所面对的生活。 感谢大家收听!如果有任何想对我们说的话,欢迎给我们写信,我们的邮箱

泉Izumi
Vol. 20 “文科男”的标签背后到底发生了什么?教育如何让我们理解更具体的世界?(上)

泉Izumi

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 62:00


各位泉的听众朋友们大家好,今天我们再次邀请到了Dailin作为返场嘉宾(Dailin来我们节目的第一期请见:“我在美国教书:新移民学校与纽约东村的两次深潜”)。目前Dailin已经回国在北京教书,近期又积累了不少心得体会。这期节目,Dailin带来了两个男孩的例子。这两个男孩或许符合传统刻板印象当中对“文科男”和“体育生”的定义,但是教育在他们的成长当中发挥了作用,让他们走出自我的框架,看到更远、更具体的世界。 这两个男孩的性格及特点位于光谱的两级,Dailin会从一个教育者的角度,与我们一起剖析他们的成长,并观察个体案例背后更普世的为人特质与教学意义。因为本期节目较长,我们将分为上下两期播出。每期各分享一个男孩的案例。本期我们将研读Case Study No. 1:“文科男”。 感谢大家收听!如果有任何想对我们说的话,欢迎给我们写信,我们的邮箱

The Working With... Podcast
Does Journaling Help You Be More Productive?

The Working With... Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 12:48


Should you take up journaling, and if you do, will it help you with your time management and productivity? That's what we're exploring this week.  You can subscribe to this podcast on: Podbean | Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | TUNEIN Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived Subscribe to my Substack  Take The NEW COD Course The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page Script | 355 Hello, and welcome to episode 355 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show. This year is the 10th anniversary since I took up consistent journaling. And it's been one of the best things I've ever taken up.  Not only is it one of the most therapeutic things you can do, it's also one of the best ways to organise your thoughts, work your way through problems and vent your anger towards those who really wind you up.  Over the years, I've also found that journaling has helped me to achieve my goals because each day I am writing about how I am doing and if I find myself making excusing, the act of writing out my excuses exposes them for what they really are—excuses.  So, this week, I've chosen a question related to journaling and I hope it will inspire you to invest in a quality notebook and pen and start doing it yourself. And if I can inspire just one of you to take it up and become a Samuel Pepys, I'll be very happy.  So, to kick ups off, let me hand you over to the Mystery Podcast Voice for this week's question.  This week's question comes from Tom. Tom asks, hi Carl, I've heard you talk about your journaling habit numerous times. Do you think writing a journal has helped or hindered your productivity?  Hi Tom, thank you for your question.  To answer your question directly, I can say with certainty that journaling has contributed to my overall productivity.  To explain further, I write in my journal every morning, no matter where I am. And one of the things I always write down is my two objective tasks for the day. Those objectives are the two non-negotiable tasks for the day and by writing them down at the top of my journal entry, I have a way of ensuring I did them when I write my journal the next day,  But more powerfully, writing them down each morning focuses my mind on what needs to be done and how and when I will do them.  Those tasks are also in my task manager, but it's the act of writing them out by hand that gives me the focus.  Writing a journal is much more than being an aid to productivity. It's also a form of therapy.  Like most people, I feel frustrated, overwhelmed and stressed at times. Those feelings need an outlet. A negative way to do that is to get angry, shout, and scream. Sure, that blows off steam, but it also transfers your negative feelings to others—your colleagues and family. Not great.  Instead, if you have a way to write about these things, you start to find ways to solve whatever the underlying issues are. Writing slows down your thinking, and if you were to step back and analyse why you sometimes feel stressed, frustrated and overwhelmed, it is because you feel—incorrectly—everything has to be done right now.  That slowing down helps to bring back some perspective and you can decide when you will do something and what can be left until another day.  When it comes to achieving your goals, a journal is perhaps the best way to track progress. It can also help you establish new, positive habits. When I developed my morning routines around eight years ago, I chose to track them in my journal. I always draw a margin on left of the page, and I list out the six items I do as part of my morning routine: make coffee, wash face and teeth, drink lemon water, write my journal, clear my email inbox and do my shoulder stretches.  I write them down at the top of my journal entry for the day in the margin. And, for the dopamine hit, I check them off too.  I exercise in the late afternoon and, again, I will write out what I did in the margin of my journal.  Now, I could spend a lot of money on habit-tracking apps, but with my journal, I've found no need. I have my record and can review it at any time.  Over the years, I've been asked what I write about and if I use any prompts. The answer is no. Well, apart from writing out my objectives for the day.  Now, prompts can be helpful when you first start—you can think about them as those little stabilisers we put on kids' bikes to help them learn to ride. Sooner or later you want to take them off so you can experience the freedom of riding freely.  I write whatever's on my mind that morning. If everything's going great I write about that. If things are not so great I write about it and why I think things are not going as well as I want them to. I often find as I am writing about an issue, a solution begins to form in my mind and I will continue writing.  If a task comes from that solution, I can put that in its appropriate place later.  As a general rule, I will write for around fifteen minutes. However, if I don't have much to write about, I will give it ten minutes. The weather's a good subject to write about when you have little to write.  If there's a lot on my mind, I'll keep going until I've emptied my thoughts. That's very rarely more than thirty minutes, though. Over the years, I've tried both analogue journaling—with pen and paper and digital journaling using an app called Day One.  On balance, I've found that pen and paper journaling works best.  I spend most of my working time in front of a screen. I type a lot. So, opening up a nice notebook and picking up a fountain pen is a lovely break from the constant screen time. It also feels a lot less rushed and more relaxing.  One thing I noticed when I was writing my journal in Day One—a popular digital journal—was I never went back to my old entries. I read enough typed documents on screen all day. I have no desire to read through more, even if it's my journal.  I keep my old paper journals on my bookshelf and often skim through pages when waiting for a call to start. It's incredibly nostalgic and leaves you realising you have accomplished a lot.  I was recently asked if I am worried about people reading my journals. Hahaha, that's the point.  One of the inspirations for me to start writing a journal was how the journals of people like Samuel Pepys, Charles Darwin and Isaac Newton are still around.  These journals were written hundreds of years ago and, in the case of Samuel Pepys, are a snapshot of how we lived in the 17th Century.  Pepys was very open about what he did. Some good things and a lot of bad things. But does he care we are reading them today? Of course not. He's been dead for 320 years.  I have the same attitude. I've nothing to hide from my wife, and the journals are kept in my study—home office. If I lost my journal when travelling, so be it. There's nothing scandalous in there—well, not yet anyway hahaha. There are a few tips I would share with you if you are thinking about journaling. Start on paper. Buy yourself a nice notebook. You'll find bound notebooks with a hard cover are best. Choose A5 or B5 size. You'll find an A4 notebook a little daunting at first.  Hardback notebooks will last a long time, and the hardcover will protect the pages better than a soft cover.  I would also suggest investing in a fountain pen. You can pick up a refillable one for less than $20 these days. Lamy Safaris are excellent pens, and so are the Pilot Metropolitans and Platinum Preppys.  If you invest in a fountain pen, ensure the paper you buy is fountain pen-friendly. Rhodia Web-books and Clairefontaine notebooks are good choices, as are many Japanese notebooks such as Midori's MD notebooks.  When you start journaling, think of it as if you were meeting a stranger for the first time. You will naturally be a little reserved at first. You might only write about the weather and perhaps what you did yesterday.  As long as you remain consistent with it, you will soon open up. You'll start writing a few thoughts and feelings after a few weeks. Let it roll and don't hold back.  I would also recommend writing in the morning. You will likely be much more consistent that way. Evening times can be difficult because you will sometimes be tired. You may even have had a few too many G'nTs, and you won't write.  Tie writing your journal to your morning routines. You don't have to write for long. Give yourself ten minutes.  And if you want to be more focused, after writing the date at the top, write out your two must-do tasks for the day. That way, you have a method to hold yourself accountable. If, for whatever reason, you didn't do your must-do tasks, dedicate a sentence or two to writing about why you didn't do them.  This helps you because over time you may see a pattern developing. You might discover that afternoons are terrible for doing your focused work because your boss always wants to have meetings then. You can then use that information to change your structure.  If you draw a margin on the page, you can use the margin to track other data such as a food log, exercise and even your energy levels. I track my weight there. Each Wednesday, I weigh myself and write my weight in the margin (in a different coloured ink).  And there you go, Tom. Yes, journaling has helped me to be more productive. It slows me down and gets me to think better, leading to better focus on the day ahead. It also gives me a place to consider new ideas and play around with possible solutions.  I hope this episode has inspired some of you to start journaling. It's a fantastic way to bring perspective on chaotic days and weeks. It also slows you down—always a good thing in a fast-paced world, and gives you a place to express your thoughts.  And who knows, you may be the next Samuel Pepys or Leonardo Da Vinci in three-hundred years or so.  Thank you, Tom, for your question, and thank you to you, too, for listening. It just remains for me now to wish you a very, very productive week.   

Booze and B-Movies
S1E58: Creepozoids/Amino Acid Trip In a Hallway

Booze and B-Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 41:39


Reinforcing our annual youth sports "Don't Be a Dick" PSA. Steve is psyched that his Buckeyes from THE Ohio State University won the National Championship. Brandon, and the rest of society, are thrilled the Philadelphia Eagles snuck out of their snowy game with another W. Brandon is also very upset about paper goods. Creepazoids: A group of military deserters traipse across a post-apocalyptic future, dancing between the acid rain drops. Before a big storm rolls in, they have to take shelter in what turns out to be an uber-secure government research facility, that they are able access by one guy kicking a wood door one time. After they find a veritable oasis of medical supplies, hot running water, and citrus fruits that somehow haven't gone bad yet, they find out that the building is inhabited by some deadly creatures. A bipedal ant kinda lookin' thing and Chuck-E-Cheese-reject rats, hopped up on either the excess or the lack of amino acids, pick them off one-by-one as they fight for their lives. Creepazoids final grade: Steve: Good practical effects. I love hallways. Some of the 80s tunes were rad. 3.20/5.0 Brandon: A good way to space out for an hour or so. Some good unintentional humor. Deduction for protracted baby fight scene. 3.08/5.0 Cocktail of the Week: 1 ½ oz vodka ½ oz Blue Curaçao ½ oz Midori melon liqueur 1 oz fresh lime juice ½ oz simple syrup Splash of soda water Optional garnish: lime wheel or a neon-colored cocktail umbrella Combine all non-fizzy ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake to chill and combine, then strain into a rocks glass over ice. Top with sparkling water. Garnish with lime wedge/slice and cherries. Cocktail Grade: We turned our brains over to the AI this week, as much of the world does on a regular basis. Surprisingly enough, it actually worked out pretty well this time. A sweet cocktail that turned out better than expected. Using a slightly larger glass for round two, and adding a little more club soda diluted the sweetness a bit and improved it. 4.2/5.0 ------------------ Contact us with feedback or cocktail/movie recommendations to: boozeandbmovies@gmail.com X: @boozeandbmovies Instagram: @boozeandbmovies Threads: @boozeandbmovies www.facebook.com/boozeandbmovies

泉Izumi
Vol. 19 美国保险业到底怎么了?Luigi Mangione是新时代的英雄吗?从联合医保枪击事件聊起

泉Izumi

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 100:42


2024年12月4日,联合健康保险公司首席执行官Brian Thompson在纽约曼哈顿中城的希尔顿酒店外被枪杀。五天后,嫌疑人Luigi Mangione在宾夕法尼亚州州西部的一家麦当劳被捕。2024年12月23日,Luigi Mangione在曼哈顿法庭出庭受审,面临多项罪名指控,包括一级和二级谋杀、非法持有武器罪等等。同时,他还面临联邦指控。 Luigi Mangione现年26岁,毕业于美国宾夕法尼亚大学。12月9日被捕后,警方在其随身物品中发现了一份手写的宣言,批评美国的医疗保险制度。案件因此引发了公众对美国医疗保险制度的广泛讨论,一些人对嫌疑人的行为表示同情,同时也表达了自身对美国医疗保险公司的不满。Luigi甚至被当作英雄人物,在社交媒体上被捧上神坛。 本期节目,我们邀请了目前在芝加哥大学就读政治经济学博士二年级的弘鼎来与我们一起讨论这一案件。我们将从事件本身出发,逐条分析美国的医保制度,事件发生后的大众情感,以及本次事件对医保制度的改革到底有无影响等等问题。 本期节目中提到的书影音 《风险社会》 [德] 乌尔里希·贝克 《施剑翘复仇案:民国时期公众同情的兴起与影响》 [美] 林郁沁 《父母格差》 [日] 志水宏吉 《Industrial Society and Its Future》 Ted Kaczynski 《弱者的武器 : 农民反抗的日常形式》 [美] 詹姆斯·C·斯科特 感谢大家收听!如果有任何想对我们说的话,欢迎给我们写信,我们的邮箱

Fluent Fiction - Japanese
Finding Courage Under Snowy Skies: Hiroshi's Journey

Fluent Fiction - Japanese

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 16:05


Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Courage Under Snowy Skies: Hiroshi's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-01-10-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 雪の降る北海道、伝統的な建物に囲まれた寄宿学校で、忙しい冬の日々が流れていました。En: In Hokkaido, where the snow was falling, busy winter days flowed by at a boarding school surrounded by traditional buildings.Ja: 1月9日、成人の日が近づく中、すべての学生が学校の文化祭の準備に励んでいました。En: As January 9th and the Coming of Age Day approached, all the students were dedicated to preparing for the school culture festival.Ja: 広志はシャイで真面目な高校生でした。En: Hiroshi was a shy and serious high school student.Ja: 彼は文化祭で歌を披露する役割を担っています。En: He had the role of performing a song at the culture festival.Ja: しかし、広志は舞台の上で人前に立つことに不安を感じていました。En: However, Hiroshi felt anxious about standing in front of an audience on stage.Ja: 特に彼は、クラスメートの由紀に良い印象を与えたいと思っていました。En: In particular, he wanted to make a good impression on his classmate, Yuki.Ja: 由紀は活動的で人気者です。En: Yuki was active and popular.Ja: 文化祭のパフォーマンスを統括する役割を持っていました。En: She had the role of overseeing the performances at the culture festival.Ja: 彼女の情熱は感染力があり、学生たちはそれに引っ張られて頑張っていましたが、広志にとってはそのプレッシャーが重荷になっていました。En: Her passion was infectious, and it motivated the students to do their best, but for Hiroshi, that pressure became a burden.Ja: 緑は広志の親友であり、彼女自身も文化祭で踊りの発表をすることになっています。En: Midori was Hiroshi's best friend, and she was also set to perform a dance at the culture festival.Ja: 彼女もまた、少し緊張していましたが、広志にとっては貴重な相談相手でした。En: She too was a little nervous, but she was a valuable confidant for Hiroshi.Ja: 広志は、緑のアドバイスを頼りにし、空いている時間にひっそりと練習を重ねました。En: Relying on Midori's advice, he quietly practiced during his spare time.Ja: 学校の片隅にある小さな練習室は、彼の秘密の場所でした。En: The small practice room in the corner of the school was his secret place.Ja: 文化祭当日が近づくにつれ、学校の雰囲気はますます活気に満ちました。En: As the day of the culture festival approached, the atmosphere at the school became more and more lively.Ja: 教室はアートとパフォーマンスのスペースに変わり、学生たちはそれぞれの出番を待ちわびていました。En: Classrooms transformed into spaces for art and performances, and the students eagerly awaited their turns.Ja: 広志は、その朝、緑からの励ましの言葉を心に刻みました。「やれるよ、広志。みんな君の頑張りを知ってるから。」En: That morning, Hiroshi etched Midori's words of encouragement in his heart: "You can do it, Hiroshi. Everyone knows how hard you've worked."Ja: そして、ついにその瞬間が訪れました。En: Finally, the moment arrived.Ja: 照明が落ち、静まり返った会場に広志の声が響き渡りました。En: As the lights dimmed, Hiroshi's voice resonated through the silent venue.Ja: 緊張で声が震えかけましたが、彼は自分の心を落ち着かせ、歌い始めました。En: His voice nearly trembled with nerves, but he calmed his heart and began to sing.Ja: その歌声は、彼がどんなに一生懸命準備したかを物語っているようでした。En: His singing seemed to tell the story of how hard he had prepared.Ja: 観客の拍手が止むことなく続きました。En: The applause from the audience continued unabated.Ja: 広志は戸惑いながらも、温かな満足感を味わっていました。En: Though bewildered, Hiroshi felt a warm sense of satisfaction.Ja: パフォーマンスが終わった後、由紀が広志に近寄り、彼の手を握りました。En: After the performance ended, Yuki approached Hiroshi and took his hand.Ja: 「素敵だったよ、広志。あなたの努力が本当に伝わったわ。ありがとう。」En: "That was wonderful, Hiroshi. Your effort truly came across. Thank you."Ja: 広志は、自分の自信を取り戻しただけでなく、由紀や緑との友情も深まりました。En: Hiroshi not only regained his confidence but also deepened his friendship with Yuki and Midori.Ja: 雪が静かに降り積もる中、広志はあらためて自分を誇らしく感じ、心の中に新たな勇気を見つけました。En: As the snow quietly accumulated, Hiroshi felt proud of himself anew, finding new courage within his heart.Ja: 成人の日を迎える準備は、彼にとって特別な意味を持つものとなったのです。En: Preparing for the Coming of Age Day held a special significance for him. Vocabulary Words:boarding: 寄宿approached: 近づくdedicated: 励んでいたanxious: 不安impression: 印象overseeing: 統括するinfectious: 感染力motivated: 引っ張られてburden: 重荷confidant: 相談相手etched: 刻みましたresonated: 響き渡りましたunabated: 止むことなくbewildered: 戸惑いsatisfaction: 満足感accumulated: 降り積もるshy: シャイserious: 真面目oversaw: 統括するpassion: 情熱pressure: プレッシャーvaluable: 貴重なencouragement: 励ましdimmed: 落ちnerves: 緊張applause: 拍手trembled: 震えかけregained: 取り戻したcourage: 勇気special significance: 特別な意味

Fluent Fiction - Japanese
Embracing Change: A Winter's Reunion in Kyoto's Teashop

Fluent Fiction - Japanese

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 16:54


Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Embracing Change: A Winter's Reunion in Kyoto's Teashop Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2024-12-17-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の京都は静かで美しい。En: Winter in Kyoto is quiet and beautiful.Ja: 雪がしんしんと降り、街の音を包み込むようにしていた。En: Snow falls silently, wrapping the city's sounds.Ja: そんな中、ある小さな茶店には暖かな光が灯っていた。En: Amidst this, a small teashop glows warmly.Ja: 入口には「吉祥茶房」の木製の看板がかざられ、訪れる人々を歓迎している。En: The wooden sign at the entrance reads ""Kissho Sabo," welcoming visitors.Ja: 店内は木の梁と紙のランタンで装飾されており、緑茶の香りが漂っている。En: Inside the shop, decorated with wooden beams and paper lanterns, the fragrance of green tea wafts through the air.Ja: まさに、外の寒さを忘れさせてくれる、心地よい空間だった。En: It is a comfortable space that truly lets you forget the cold outside.Ja: 窓からは、雪に覆われた京都の街並みが見え、新しい年が近づいていることを感じさせる。En: From the window, you can see Kyoto covered in snow, evoking a sense that the New Year is approaching.Ja: この茶店に、三人の旧友が偶然集まった。En: In this teashop, three old friends happened to gather.Ja: 春は反省的で、少しノスタルジックになっていた。En: Haru was reflective, feeling a bit nostalgic.Ja: 人生を変えたいと思いながらも、どうして良いのか分からずにいた。En: Although he wished to change his life, he was unsure how to go about it.Ja: 緑はいつも明るく、楽観的で、新しい年に向けた計画を話したくて仕方ない様子だ。En: Midori was always cheerful and optimistic, eager to talk about her plans for the new year.Ja: 武は微笑みながらも、実はキャリアについて重大な決断に悩んでいた。En: Takeshi, though smiling, was actually troubled with a significant decision about his career.Ja: 三人は温かいお茶を片手に、囲炉裏を囲んで座った。En: With a cup of warm tea in hand, the three sat around the hearth.Ja: 「この店、懐かしいね。最後に来たの、いつだったっけ?」と春が言った。En: "This shop is so nostalgic. When was the last time we came here?" Haru asked.Ja: 彼の声には少し考え込んでいるような色があった。En: His voice had a thoughtful tone.Ja: 「確か、三年前の夏だったと思うよ。それにしても、変わらないね、この雰囲気」と緑が答えた。En: "I think it was three years ago, in the summer. Even so, this atmosphere hasn't changed," Midori answered.Ja: 彼女の笑顔は、まるで店全体を照らすかのようだった。En: Her smile seemed to light up the whole shop.Ja: 武は黙って聞いていたが、ふと口を開いた。En: Takeshi, who had been listening silently, suddenly spoke.Ja: 「俺、今、転職しようか悩んでるんだ。En: "I'm currently considering changing jobs.Ja: 新しい挑戦に進むべきか、今の安定した職に留まるべきか…」En: Should I move forward with a new challenge or stay in my stable current job..."Ja: 春はその言葉に反応した。En: Haru responded to those words.Ja: 「実は、僕も最近、同じようなことで悩んでいるんだ。En: "Actually, I've been worrying about the same thing lately.Ja: 変わりたい気持ちはあるけど、何から始めていいか分からない。」En: I want to change, but I don't know where to start."Ja: 緑は真剣な表情でうなずいた。En: Midori nodded seriously.Ja: 「どんな時も、自分の心に耳を傾けることが大切だよ。En: "It's important to always listen to your own heart.Ja: 自分の本当にやりたいことって何なのか、ちゃんと考えるといい。」En: Think carefully about what you really want to do."Ja: 囲炉裏の火がぱちぱちと音を立てる中で、時間はゆっくりと流れた。En: Amid the crackling sound of the hearth, time flowed slowly.Ja: 春は、友達の言葉に励まされ、すこしずつ自分の心に変化を感じ始めた。En: Encouraged by his friends' words, Haru gradually began to feel a change in his own heart.Ja: 話が終わる頃、春は少し笑顔になった。En: At the end of the conversation, Haru had a slight smile.Ja: 「ありがとう。たぶん、一歩ずつ歩くのがいいね。En: "Thank you. Maybe taking it one step at a time is best.Ja: 今日は勇気をもらった気がする。」En: I feel like I've gained some courage today."Ja: 店を出る時、雪はまだ降り続けていたが、春の心は晴れていた。En: As they left the shop, the snow was still falling, but Haru's heart had cleared.Ja: 彼は未来に向けて、意欲を取り戻していた。En: He had regained enthusiasm for the future.Ja: 新しい年には、新しい挑戦が待っている。そして、その挑戦を受け入れる準備がようやくできた気がした。En: In the coming New Year, new challenges awaited, and he felt finally ready to embrace them.Ja: この暖かい茶店での再会は、彼にとって人生を変える大切な瞬間となった。En: This reunion in the warm teashop became an important moment that changed his life.Ja: 友達の存在が、彼にとっての新しい希望の灯となった。En: The presence of friends became a new light of hope for him. Vocabulary Words:winter: 冬silent: 静かsnow: 雪fragrance: 香りcover: 覆うapproach: 近づくreflective: 反省的nostalgic: ノスタルジックcheerful: 明るいoptimistic: 楽観的troubled: 悩んでいたsignificant: 重大decision: 決断hearth: 囲炉裏thoughtful: 考え込んでいるatmosphere: 雰囲気considering: 考慮しているmaintain: 留まるencouraged: 励まされるcourage: 勇気enthusiasm: 意欲embrace: 受け入れるreunion: 再会hope: 希望gather: 集まるwaft: 漂うdecorated: 装飾されるsign: 看板beams: 梁lanterns: ランタン

The Pen Addict
642: Well Actually

The Pen Addict

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 47:55


Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/penaddict/642 http://relay.fm/penaddict/642 Well Actually 642 Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley Brad discusses new products on his desk from Stanford Pen Studio and Midori, and he and Myke dig in to the analog leanings of one of AI's biggest proponents. We also tackle your Ask TPA, where Brad has more questions than answers. Brad discusses new products on his desk from Stanford Pen Studio and Midori, and he and Myke dig in to the analog leanings of one of AI's biggest proponents. We also tackle your Ask TPA, where Brad has more questions than answers. clean 2875 Brad discusses new products on his desk from Stanford Pen Studio and Midori, and he and Myke dig in to the analog leanings of one of AI's biggest proponents. We also tackle your Ask TPA, where Brad has more questions than answers. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT. Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Stanford Pen Studio Handcrafted Fountain Pens The Intwana Launch Collection of hand-painted fountain pens – Thunderfund Brad's Stanford Pen – Instagram Midori MD Cotton Notebook Review — The Pen Addict Mike Matteson - YouTube inkdependenceMike - Twitch I have some notes on Sam Altman's note-taking advice - The Verge Master (A4+) - LEUCHTTURM1917

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The Pen Addict 642: Well Actually

Relay FM Master Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 47:55


Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/penaddict/642 http://relay.fm/penaddict/642 Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley Brad discusses new products on his desk from Stanford Pen Studio and Midori, and he and Myke dig in to the analog leanings of one of AI's biggest proponents. We also tackle your Ask TPA, where Brad has more questions than answers. Brad discusses new products on his desk from Stanford Pen Studio and Midori, and he and Myke dig in to the analog leanings of one of AI's biggest proponents. We also tackle your Ask TPA, where Brad has more questions than answers. clean 2875 Brad discusses new products on his desk from Stanford Pen Studio and Midori, and he and Myke dig in to the analog leanings of one of AI's biggest proponents. We also tackle your Ask TPA, where Brad has more questions than answers. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT. Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Stanford Pen Studio Handcrafted Fountain Pens The Intwana Launch Collection of hand-painted fountain pens – Thunderfund Brad's Stanford Pen – Instagram Midori MD Cotton Notebook Review — The Pen Addict Mike Matteson - YouTube inkdependenceMike - Twitch I have some notes on Sam Altman's note-taking advice - The Verge Master (A4+) - LEUCHTTURM1917

Drink the Movies
190 - A Nightmare on Elm Street & the Freddy Shot

Drink the Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 38:13


When a nightmarish figure begins to invade the dreams of Nancy and her friends, it's going to take all the bravery and courage she can muster to get the best of the disfigured Fred Krueger. This week we visit one of the slasher icons, and mix up a shot that pays homage to that classic sweater you see in your sleep. Join us for knife fingers, bathtubs, crazy effects, a jum rope, some Midori, and a chat about A Nightmare on Elm Street! Cocktail comes from The Sunday Fix!  Merch Shop - drinkthemovies.square.site https://www.patreon.com/drinkthemovies https://www.instagram.com/drinkthemovies/ https://twitter.com/drinkthemovies https://www.facebook.com/drinkthemovies https://www.drinkthemovies.com https://discord.gg/fsdW2QqqpS *Please Drink Responsibly*

Project Relationship
175 Coming Out as Non-Monogamous: Risks, Rewards, & How To Get Ready

Project Relationship

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 42:27


Coming out as non-monogamous can bring its own set of challenges and concerns, especially if you also hold other marginalized identities. And maintaining the social appearance of monogamy can come at a cost. In this episode, we're exploring the risks and rewards of sharing your non-monogamous identity. And, if you do want to come out to the people in your life, we're breaking down some key steps you can take to get ready for whatever reactions may come your way. We're breaking down: — Why coming out conversations can be important for authenticity and relationship health — The different "circles" of people you might consider coming out to (family, friends, work, etc.) — How geographical location and social context can impact coming out experiences — The importance of considering and discussing your partners' comfort levels and boundaries — Practical tips for planning and executing coming out conversations — Why it's okay to not have all the answers when you're first exploring non-monogamy — How to handle potentially invasive questions — Addressing the potential turn-on of secrecy in non-monogamous relationships — The value of celebrating your authentic self when coming out Resources mentioned in this episode: — Episode 89 of Playing with Fire: Learning the taxonomy of non-monogamy — Laura Boyle's book Monogamy, in This Economy? — The work of Sunny Megatron, Midori, and Mollena Williams-Haas JOIN The Year of Opening community for a full year of learning & support. Registration is open now at ⁠⁠www.TheYearOfOpening.com⁠⁠ Are you ready to open your relationship happily? Find out at www.JoliQuiz.com Learn the 5 secrets to open your relationship the smart way Get the answers you want to create the open relationship of your dreams! Sign up for an Ask Me Anything here Music: Dance of Felt by ⁠Blue Dot Sessions

The Reading Lounge
Frankenstein

The Reading Lounge

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 22:17


We are in the Halloween spirit in The Reading Lounge as we discuss Frankenstein. Go beyond the movies to enjoy the gothic story written by 18-year-old Mary Shelley. Tell us what you think of this original horror story. Pour yourself a Frankenstein cocktail while you listen to get into the spirit. Frankenstein 1.5 oz vodka 1 oz melon liqueur (we used Midori) 1/2 oz fresh lime juice 2 oz ginger beer Mix all ingredients over ice and garnish with a gummy worm or two for a special Halloween treat. Enjoy!

The Nugget Climbing Podcast
EP 238: Girls Gone Hueco — Making the First All-Female Bouldering Film & the Power of a Girl Gang | ft. Midori Buechli & Long Truong

The Nugget Climbing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 81:57


Girls Gone Hueco is an all-female bouldering film now available on Vimeo. In this episode, I sit down with V11 climber Midori Buechli and filmmaker Long Truong to discuss the making of the film, the power of climbing with a girl gang, hidden costs of making a film, trash can showers, pad-less sends, imposter syndrome, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and more.Watch Girls Gone Hueco:girlsgonehueco.vhx.tvKAYA:kayaclimb.comUse code "NUGGET" at checkout for 20% off your first year of KAYA PRO.Shoutout to KAYA for supporting Girls Gone Hueco!Show Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/girls-gone-huecoNuggets:(00:00:00) – Intro(00:02:38) – Midori's background(00:09:08) – Long's background(00:13:26) – What Long learned making Girls Gone Hueco(00:15:41) – What surprised Midori about the experience(00:17:32) – Why Midori wanted to make the film(00:20:30) – Forming the girl gang(00:24:36) – How Long got involved with this film(00:28:36) – Making the film(00:37:48) – What they wish they had known(00:40:10) – Hidden costs of making a film(00:48:08) – Carving out the time to make a film(00:50:57) – Trash can shower(00:55:39) – Amanda's pad-less send(01:00:36) – Will there be a Girls Gone Hueco 2?(01:01:35) – Takeaways(01:06:11) – Where to watch the film(01:06:45) – Advice for aspiring filmmakers(01:10:03) – Imposter syndrome(01:15:15) – Don't be afraid to try(01:16:45) – V11 in legit(01:18:03) – Shoutout to Julie Ellison(01:20:45) – Congratulations