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What does it really take to bring a character to life through cosplay? Maria of Oz Costumes joins the Krewe to break down the creativity, craftsmanship, and passion behind cosplay, while exploring how this hobby can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels and interests. Whether you're a seasoned cosplayer or someone who has always been curious about giving it a try, this conversation offers a look behind the costumes and into the world of cosplay.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Links about Oz Costumes ------Oz Costumes on InstagramOther Oz Costumes Links via Linktree------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!
KNOWING IS HALF THE BATTLE. RAIDING IS THE OTHER HALF!G.I. JOE and LARA CROFT meet for THE FIRST TIME EVER in an all-new limited series from superstars KYLE HIGGINS (RADIANT BLACK) and ELENA CASAGRANDE (Black Widow) that reveals the classified connection between these pop culture icons.Lara Croft has explored some of the most dangerous locations on Earth, but nothing as treacherous as Cobra Island.For this adventure, she'll need the help of her old acquaintance, Shipwreck, and several squads of Joes to mount a dangerous expedition into the heart of the island to recover a treasure that's been hidden there for decades. One that Destro and Baroness will do anything to get their hands on first...Kyle Higgins is a Harvey and Eisner award-nominated #1 New York Times best-selling comic book author and filmmaker known for his work on DC Comics' Batman titles as well as his critically-acclaimed reinventions of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Ultraman, and his creator-owned series Radiant Black, NO/ONE, Deep Cuts, Moon Man and The Massive-Verse— a creator owned superhero universe at Image Comics.Kyle is the founder and creative director of Black Market Narrative. He specializes in building immersive multi-narratives across mediums.Listen in as Dave and Kyle discuss creativity and creation, the path of a comics career, and of course the new G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO/TOMB RAIDER miniseries from, Skybound and Image!Kyle on InstagramKyle Online"Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.comSocial Media:Needless Things on InstagramNeedless Things on Bluesky
Send us Fan MailGet ready for a massive shakeup in the global ultra-endurance community! In this exclusive double-feature episode, host Larry breaks down the major multi-day triathlon announcements shaping the 2027 racing calendar across two continents.First, Larry sits down with veteran ultra-athlete and race organizer Bill Justus to announce the launch of UM Canada 515, taking place in Okanagan Falls, British Columbia, from July 23–25, 2027. Bill pulls back the curtain on why he is launching this premium independent race on the exact same weekend as a legacy ultra-event, how he is designing a safer course that eliminates notorious highway hazard zones, and how he plans to modernize the athlete experience using next-gen technology.Then, we cross the Atlantic to Wales to catch up with the past, present, and future of the independent UK ultra circuit. Outgoing Race Director Ben Peresson introducing the new leadership team—Dan Thompson and Jon Fairhurst—who are officially acquiring the brand and resurrecting the historic UM UK 515 in Snowdonia, from September 3–5, 2027. Dan and Jon share their passion as 2023 finishers, breaking down the brutal beauty of a single-loop mountain course and explaining how shorter distances and relay options will open the sport to a whole new wave of athletes.Whether you are a seasoned Ultraman veteran, an Ironman finisher looking for your next epic milestone, or an endurance crew chief, this episode is your ultimate roadmap to the future of 515-distance racing.UM Canada 515 – Bill Justus https://umc515.com/ ultraathlete515@gmail.comWhatsApp : 250-448-8332UMUK -- Dan Thompson & Jon Fairhurst www.ultramantriathlon.ukResources mentioned in this episode:Ultraman CanadaUltra520K Parkrun CanadaIKONNorsemanUM AustraliaUM New ZealandRough Water SwimUB 515 Brazil Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)Shout outs and mentions in this episode:Steve BrownMike BrownBrad SawaShane DuffySimon CochraneJeff Morris Tony HortonGail LauxNick MallettSupport the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic : Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com
Why are vintage Mary Maxim sweaters so good? What happens when gorpcore actually goes camping? Did American fashion miss its America 250 moment? Sol and Michael are back on Pair of Kings Podcast to talk knitwear, outdoor style and American identity.After a month apart, the boys reunite for a conversation about the clothes we collect, the places we wear them and the culture that makes us want them in the first place. From an Idaho vintage-store discovery to the 2016 fashion revival, this September 2026 episode connects menswear, archive fashion, craft, film and the great outdoors.Why do Mary Maxim sweaters deserve more attention?Pair of Kings Podcast explains the appeal of vintage Mary Maxim knitwear through its graphic knitting patterns, animal motifs and the individuality of sweaters knitted at home. Sol shares the cardigan his friend Bailey identifies as the No. 415 Totem Pole pattern, the wolf-head design he keeps coming back to, and why collars and proportions can make similar sweaters wear completely differently. The discussion takes in Cowichan-style cardigans, Undercover and Yohji Yamamoto knitwear, an Ultraman sweater grail, and the work behind a custom Newcastle football-kit sweater. Is learning to knit the answer to finding your perfect sweater? And is the "sweater curse" really about knitting, or about how much effort you're willing to put into a relationship?What does gorpcore look like beyond the city?Sol recounts hiking from Pettit Lake to Redfish Lake in Idaho's Sawtooth Mountains, where thunderstorms, overpacking and increasingly stripped-back camping setups put outdoor style into perspective. The pair talk tents versus tarp shelters, the people you meet farther along the trail, and how experience changes what hikers carry. This is gorpcore through an actual camping trip: outdoor clothing, backpacking culture and the difference between dressing for a lifestyle and living it. Sol also thanks The North Face for providing gear for the trip.Did fashion drop the ball on America's 250th anniversary?Sol and Michael debate whether America 250 was a missed opportunity for American fashion, or whether its political associations made participation complicated. Ralph Lauren, Levi's and L.L.Bean become starting points for a bigger conversation about Americana, heritage brands, national identity and the relationship between fashion and politics. Can a brand sell a vision of America without getting pulled into the politics of being American? And are new ideas in menswear slowing down, or are we just looking in the wrong places?The conversation continues with Logjam Vintage, formerly Beankeepers, vintage L.L.Bean and a couple restoring Moose Peak Lighthouse on Mistake Island. Add old Champion T-shirts, heavy Filson wool trousers and the pleasure of finding clothes with a life before yours. Heritage menswear gets a lot more interesting when there's an actual story attached.Which movies make you want to change your wardrobe?The Lighthouse means wool coats, chunky knits and workwear; The Lost Boys means leather, a peacoat and Kiefer Sutherland; No Country for Old Men means Western shirts, worn-in jeans and cowboy boots. The boys also discuss Interview with the Vampire, Robert Pattinson in The Batman, military surplus and C.P. Company comparisons. Earlier, Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy leads into Glen Powell and Robert Pattinson's GQ fashion editorials, Diesel, Balenciaga and why a great actor willing to get weird can sell a look better than a safe shoot.Are vintage cowboy boots worth the money?M.L. Leddy's and Lucchese lead a debate about Western boot craftsmanship, exotic leathers, resale prices, heel wear and the elusive combination of price, style and fit. Sol talks about his Lost Control boots, while Michael gets into repairing his Balenciaga Santiago boots. Beautiful boots are one thing. Beautiful boots that fit and aren't worn through are another.What is the 2016 fashion revival getting wrong?Sol and Michael argue that people keep confusing 2016 style with the earlier 2010s "swag era." They revisit Haider Ackermann velvet bomber jackets, Vetements Metal logo hoodies, Yeezy 750s and 350s, Rick Owens DRKSHDW fishtail parkas, skinny jeans, drop-crotch trousers and the outfits that once defined Grailed wish lists. Which archive pieces deserve another run, and which memories are getting the decade wrong?Further, the boys get into Portugal, Lisbon natural wine, New York street style, Crocs cowboy boots, Balenciaga denim versus Levi's 501s, hemming jeans at Self Edge, a vintage 1999 Slipknot T-shirt, the relationship "swag gap," niche fragrance samples, Future Diary, Fogland, Hunter x Hunter and songs of the week from Timbaland and Justin Timberlake and The Black Dahlia Murder. The tangents are part of the outfit.This is integrated fashion: our season's exploration of brands expanding beyond clothes into culture and lifestyle, while people bring their hobbies, communities and interests into what they wear. In this episode, knitting, camping, cinema, music and vintage collecting all become ways of thinking about personal style.Glad to be back in your ears (no diddy).Lots of love,Sol and Michael.This season is sponsored by Scent Split.Follow Pair of Kings on Instagram: @pairofkingspodEpisode Tags: Mary Maxim sweaters, vintage knitwear, gorpcore, America 250, American fashion, heritage menswear, vintage L.L.Bean, M.L. Leddy's boots, movie style inspiration, 2016 fashion revival, archive fashion, integrated fashion, men's fashion podcastSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a monthLinks:InstagramTikTokTwitter/XSol's Substack (One Size Fits All)Sol's InstagramMichael's InstagramMichael's TikTok
What if the biggest problem inside your business isn't your people? What if it's the system you've asked them to work inside? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse sits down with organizational architect, executive coach, best-selling author, and transformation expert Adam M. Ward to explore organizational friction, systems thinking, sustainable growth, burnout, aggressive goal setting, and faith-driven leadership. Adam has spent more than 20 years diagnosing broken systems across multiple industries. He tells Doug that after doing this long enough, he can often spot organizational problems in about 30 seconds. One thing he looks for? Stacks. Stacks of inventory. Stacks of emails. Stacks of meetings. Stacks of projects. Anywhere work continually piles up can signal that part of the organization isn't flowing properly. But Adam makes an even stronger argument: "If you're blaming people, you have a system problem." Most employees don't come to work intending to fail. When capable people repeatedly depend on heroics, workarounds, phone-a-friend solutions, or constant firefighting just to get through the day, leadership needs to examine the environment those people have been given. In this episode: What completing an Ultraman taught Adam about business transformation Why you shouldn't ask a "couch potato" organization to immediately run an Ironman How Adam defines organizational friction Why different business problems require different improvement frameworks How to recognize a system problem versus a people problem Why Adam looks for "stacks" when diagnosing a company How to prioritize when multiple systems are broken Why revenue and profit are outputs—not the underlying processes Why Adam says "money masks everything" Why leadership humility determines whether transformation can happen How to perform a simple internal systems audit Why every company has more good ideas than it can execute Why repetitive processes need documentation and continuous improvement The difference between the entrepreneur who dreams and the operator who scales Why startups need to transition from startup mentality to production mentality Why broken systems—not simply workload—can cause burnout Why leaders should ask frontline employees how to improve their own work Adam's approach to aggressive but realistic goals Why leaders underestimate what's possible long-term while overestimating what's possible short-term Why progress should still be celebrated when a stretch goal isn't fully achieved How Adam's Christian faith shapes the way he works with clients Why character matters more than getting ahead What it means to trust God when business outcomes aren't controllable Why a friend once told Adam to put down the whiteboard and fast and pray Adam's candid story about self-reliance, burnout, and eventually needing intensive recovery and pastoral care Why successful leaders need accountability and Christian community Adam's final challenge around integrity, vision, direction, and trusting God Free Organizational Diagnostic Adam offers a free 30-question organizational diagnostic on his website that provides immediate results. Adam M. Ward — Website & Free Diagnostic Stop Drifting. Start Executing. Once you know what needs to change, you still need to execute. The Goal Getting App helps entrepreneurs turn clarity into a focused 90-day goal, identify the needle-moving actions that matter most, and consistently execute. Start Your Next 90 Days with Goal Getting
Jonas Colting är en pionjär inom triatlon i Sverige. Den karismatiske Boråsaren lämnade en simkarriär bakom sig och blev en av de första svenskarna någonsin att etablera sig globalt inom den då relativt nya sporten triatlon. Utöver flertalet framskjutna globala placeringar på världsmästerskap (bla. två VM guld i Ultraman och VM silver samt VM brons i långdistans) så har Jonas gjort en hel del utmaningar som verkligen utmanat vad människokroppen är kapabel till över tid, simma från Stockholm till Göteborg, en svensk klassiker non-stop för att nämna några. I veckans avsnitt får vi en inblick i Jonas karriär, vad som fick honom att alltid vilja utmana sig själv, motionärens fallgropar och hans tankar kring åldrandet. Ett samtal som innehåller mycket! John ligger i uppladdning inför Lidingöloppet och har hunnit med 25k tröskel tillsammans med lillebror och 30k långpass med flickvännen. Manne har haft en bra träningsvecka där långpassen sakteligen kommer smygande och formen är på uppgång! Veckans Sponsorer: Aioss - med koden springsnyggt erhåller man 20% rabatt på de tre första leveranserna från aioss.se - Vitaminer, Mineraler, Växt och svampextrakt samt Probiotika i ett och samma pulver! Propud - Prova Propuds nya lyxkvarg. Perfekt som mellanmål eller direkt efter passet med god smak och 20g protein. Löplabbet - Håll koll på Löplabbets eventsida. Nyöppning av butik i Linköping med flertalet chanser till gemensamma pass och föreläsningar. Läs mer på Event Saucony - Nya Paramount Max, en superdämpad sko som passar lika bra till långpasset som snällare tröskel. Finns i butik nu! Missa inte heller sista Lidingöloppsförberedande passet ute på Lidingö den 17/9 tillsammans med Saucony, Löplabbet och Spring Snyggt - anmälan och info här - Anmälan Vår Resa till Playitas med Apollo! Det finns fortfarande platser kvar för en vecka med värme, bra träning, föreläsningar och återhämtning. Mellan den 4-11/12 med Spring Snyggt, Maria Akraka, Tobbe Gyllenbring, Fredrik Uhrbom och Evelina Elmgren. Läs mer och boka här! Löparresan
What exactly is kabuki, and what makes this iconic Japanese performing art so unique? Professor Larry Kominz joins the Krewe to explore kabuki's origins, history, traditions, performers, and evolution, while also looking at the experience of seeing kabuki on stage and how the art form continues to find new audiences today. Plus, Larry shares his own experience with Japanese performing arts, including his work directing English-language kabuki productions.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Links about Kabuki & Larry's Works ------PSU's Kabuki Playlist on YouTubePSU's Past Performances (University Website)Kabuki: Japan's Mega-Theatre (Larry's new book)Kabuki in Kyoto (Minamiza)Kabuki in Tokyo (Kabukiza)Kabuki in Tokyo (Shinbashi)------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!
Bob Johnson of Bay Area Film Events joins Toys on Tap to talk about the wild evolution of Godzilla Fest, from a seven-day movie marathon to a full-blown convention.Bob has spent decades turning the movies he loves into experiences people remember.We talk about:• Discovering Godzilla and Ultraman as a kid • The first Godzilla Fest in 2004 • Hosting legendary actors, directors, and suit performers • Turning a film festival into a convention • Growing from one hotel floor to two • Vendors, Artist Alley, cosplay, card tournaments, and retro games • Working with Toho, Tsuburaya, and Toei • Why the goal is a “Godzilla Wonderland” • What's new for SF Godzilla Fest • Bob's dream of taking over even more of San FranciscoThis episode is equal parts fandom, event-building, and proof that sometimes the thing you loved as a kid can become the thing you build for everyone else.On Instagram: @sfgodzillafestThanks to Our SupportersRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!Subscribe and Follow AlongInstagram:@toysontapLinkedin: Abraham MustoFacebook:@toysontapYoutube:@ToysontapSubStack: @toysontapPalmstreet: Toys on Tap: Live on Sundays 6pm
Episode 2009 (September 14, 2026) School was back in session last episode so it's only natural that Mike and Joseph cover after school TV watching this time out. Ultraman, Gilligan's Island, Star Blazers - the guys watched a lot of different things covering various genres. Did they watch one of your favorites? Listen to find out! And of course there's the "Mix-Tape Challenge" wherein they share their playlists of songs that tell a story. Most importantly, the audio issues that plagued the previous episode have been corrected and the previous audio engineer has been sacked.
FULL EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan) sift through the psychotronic pile of wreckage that is the Sompote Sands Ultraman auction! Also, an update on the Mandarake website hack, plans for the Pure TokyoScope theme park, and other important issues affecting the world today!Join the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Patreon!You'll get access to full episodes, bonus content, our Discord server, and an archive of past episodes. Head over to Pure TokyoScope Patreon to subscribe today!INFOMatt Alt on BlueskyPatrick Macias on BlueskyPure TokyoScope on YouTubeThe podcast is produced by jaPRESS LLC© and edited by Patrick MaciasTheme song by Marxy, v.o. by RInRin Doll
It's a jam packed video game-focused episode for September, as we review Capcom's third straight home run of the year in Onimusha: Way of the Sword, give thoughts on the beta weekends for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, discuss the latest stupidity from Sony and Microsoft, and give our reactions to the full half-hour gameplay reveal of Grand Theft Auto VI, which is shaping up to be something special. Sean also talks about his ongoing Ultraman adventures with the series Ultraman Ginga, Jonathan continues regaling us with stories of his Street Fighter 6 obsession, and for The Monthly Ten segment, Sean envisions ten possible hyperfixations that might befall Jonathan in the future, from least to most personally ruinous.Enjoy!Time Chart:Intro: 0:00:00 – 0:21:05GTA VI Reveal: 0:21:05 – 0:35:26Gaming News: 0:35:26 – 1:03:58Modern Warfare 4 Beta: 1:03:58 – 1:24:09Onimusha Way of the Sword: 1:24:09 – 1:59:36Ultraman Ginga: 1:59:36 – 2:13:10Street Fighter: 2:13:10 – 2:23:05The Monthly Ten: 2:23:05 – 2:57:13 Read Jonathan Lack's movie reviews and stay up to date with all our podcast projects at https://www.jonathanlack.comSubscribe to JAPANIMATION STATION, our podcast about the wide and wonderful world of anime: https://www.japanimation-station.com Read Jonathan's book 200 Reviews in Paperback or on Kindle – https://a.co/d/bLx53vKSubscribe to our YouTube channels! Japanimation Station: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation Purely Academic: https://www.youtube.com/@purelyacademicpodcastSupport the show at Ko-fi ☕️ https://ko-fi.com/weeklystuffOriginal Music by Thomas Lack https://www.thomaslack.com/©2012 - Present Jonathan R. Lack & Sean Chapman
A quick update from the Krewe on Season 7 & its release schedule! We're moving our regular release day from Friday to Tuesday mornings, with the next four episodes temporarily moving to a bi-weekly schedule to give us a little more breathing room (starting September 15). We appreciate everyone's continued support & look forward to bringing you the rest of Season 7!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!
Send us Fan Mail87.317 miles (AG World Record) in 12 hours on a hard indoor loop at age 56 is the kind of result that makes you ask a better question than “how tough is he?” I sat down with James Scanlan to learn how a masters endurance athlete actually builds that kind of durability, and why the secret is rarely a secret, it's patient execution.We dig into Six Days In The Dome and the nitty gritty of timed ultrarunning: why even effort beats early adrenaline, how James uses lap-by-lap feedback instead of GPS, and what “high zone 2” really looks like when you're trying to hold form deep into hour ten. He also shares a refreshingly simple ultrarunning nutrition approach built on steady calories, homemade sugar water with salt, and foods he can chew for hours without wrecking his stomach.From there, we zoom out to the bigger engine. James explains how he ladders races from short track efforts to marathons and 100Ks, stacks long bike rides to boost fatigue resistance, and trains the unglamorous metabolic side of endurance like fat oxidation and late-race energy production. We also talk UTMB CCC prep, Ultraman strategy, cold-water problem solving for UM New Zealand, and how wearables fit when you care about VO2 max, HRV, and recovery without becoming a slave to the data.If you want smarter pacing, better endurance training habits, and a clear-eyed look at masters athletics longevity, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a training partner, and leave a review so more runners can find the show.Resources mentioned in this episode:Ultraman Florida Ultraman ArizonaUlM Australia Berlin MarathonSix Days in the DomeUTMB CCCBoston MarathonMad City 100 kmSan Francisco half dayRuth Anderson 100 mileThe Raven Ultra Jed Smith OpenCalifornia International MarathonThe Canyons 100kWestern States Kodiak70.3 World ChampionshipsUM New ZealandCarmel Valley DoublePowerman Brazos Bend 100Tunnel Hill 100Skyline 50 KNYC MarathonShout outs and mentions in this episode:Zach Bitter Billy Mertens Jim WalmsleyMax KniazevSteven Keller Jeremy HowardJeff FejfarUltra ChambaSteve KingBill JustusSimon CochraneJeff MorrisSupport the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic : Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com
The Fulbright Program offers another unique path to experience Japan through academic and professional exchange. Dr. Rose Honegger joins the Krewe to share her Fulbright experience in Japan, what she gained from the program, and how it influenced her work in higher education. The conversation also explores who Fulbright is for, what makes a strong candidate, and tips for those considering applying. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for the Fulbright Program ------ Fulbright Program Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Robert Wilson IV is a comic creator and illustrator living in Oklahoma City. He is the co-creator and artist of Heartthrob at Oni Press with writer Christopher Sebela and colorist Nick Filardi. He is also the artist for Barbaric: The Harvest Blades at Vault Comics, Bitch Planet #3 at Image Comics, and many others. Robert is the co-founder and director of the Oklahom Comic Arts Festival, a one day, not for profit, free to the public arts festival exclusively focused on comic creators. He is also active in the poster community making concert posters for bands such as METALLICA, THE MOUNTAIN GOATS, and “WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC and official pop culture posters for properties such as GODZILLA and ULTRAMAN. Oklahoma Comic Arts Festival SAT, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 10:00AM - 6:00PM at Oklahoma Contemporary https://www.okcomicarts.org/ocaf-festival https://www.robertwilsoniv.com/ Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net Dog House OKC - When it comes to furry four-legged care, our 24/7 supervised cage free play and overnight boarding services make The Dog House OKC in Oklahoma City the best place to be, at least, when they're not in their own backyard. With over 6,000 square feet of combined indoor/outdoor play areas our dog daycare enriches spirit, increases social skills, builds confidence, and offers hours of exercise and stimulation for your dog http://www.thedoghouseokc.com Metro Ford of OKC is proudly serving Oklahoma City with vehicles you can rely on and service you can trust. It's also why they're Oklahoma's Number One Performance Dealership. Shop the inventory today at www.metrofordofokc.com where the difference is Real. #ThisisOklahoma
We're back for a loose, fun ‘Monthly Stuff' episode diving deep into what we've been up to over the summer break. Sean talks about the latest Ultraman series he's been watching, the new 7.0 update to Genshin Impact, and his continuing adventures with Super Robot Wars, while Jonathan talks about his life-consuming obsession with Street Fighter 6, his journey through the James Bond movies, and his thoughts on the new Halo: Campaign Evolved remake. We also cover some recent news from Marvel Studios and discuss the string of wild successes various films have enjoyed at the box-office this year, as cinema fully rebounds from its post-COVID slump. And finally, we treat you to the darkest Monthly Ten segment we have ever done, as Jonathan counts down 10 variant future for the video game industry, most of which also implicate humanity in various states of decimation. Enjoy? Time Chart: Intro: 0:00:00 – 0:08:40 Movie News: 0:08:40 – 1:08:45 Ultra Galaxy Mega Monster Battle: 1:08:45 – 1:25:34 James Bond: 1:25:34 – 1:37:58 Genshin Impact: 1:37:58 – 1:56:25 Street Fighter: 1:56:25 – 2:13:35 Super Robot Wars V: 2:13:35 – 2:36:45 Halo Campaign Evolved: 2:36:45 – 3:00:54 The Monthly Ten: 3:00:54 – 3:25:40 Read Jonathan Lack's movie reviews and stay up to date with all our podcast projects at https://www.jonathanlack.comSubscribe to JAPANIMATION STATION, our podcast about the wide and wonderful world of anime: https://www.japanimation-station.com Read Jonathan's book 200 Reviews in Paperback or on Kindle – https://a.co/d/bLx53vKSubscribe to our YouTube channels! Japanimation Station: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation Purely Academic: https://www.youtube.com/@purelyacademicpodcastSupport the show at Ko-fi ☕️ https://ko-fi.com/weeklystuffOriginal Music by Thomas Lack https://www.thomaslack.com/©2012 - Present Jonathan R. Lack & Sean Chapman
Hello, Kaiju Lovers! Kaiju author Neil Riebe returns to discuss the one Ultraman film he likes: Ultraman Gaia: The Battle in Hyperspace. This entry in the Ultra Series is unique in that it's a TV series tie-in that's arguably a standalone feature. Not only that, it's a surprisingly deep and dark meta story set in the "real world," and the protagonists are actually kids who aren't "Kennys." What a shock! It's a monkey's paw tale that examines the fallibility of human nature to boot! Plus, the main kaiju, King of Mons, is one of the most epic creatures in the Ultra Series. Since the film references Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift, the Toku Topic is multiverse theory, a concept the movie introduces to the franchise. For full show notes, including a bibliography of sources, see this episode's blog on the MIFV website: https://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2026/08/17/episode-114-ultraman-gaia-the-battle-in-hyperspace-vs-neil-riebe-the-ultra-journey/. JIMMY'S NOTES COMING SOON! Additional Music: “A Slight Skirmish” by Alex North Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, Francis Chopin, and Geek 3D Art. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Timestamps: 0:00-16:18: Introduction 16:18-26:05: Entertaining Info Dump 26:05-1:59:50: Toku Talk (film discussion) 1:59:50-2:00:42: Culture Box Podcast Ad – Untold Podcast 2:00:42-2:51:51: Toku Topic - Multiverse Theory 2:51:51-3:08:44: Outro (listener feedback, housekeeping, etc.) 3:08:44-end: Credits Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #kaiju, #daikaiju, #giantmonsters, #ultraman, #ultramangaia, #ultraseries, #ultrajourney © 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media
Japan has a reputation for being incredibly safe, but what does “safe” actually mean? The Krewe is joined by Jordan Green, aka AfroInJapan from YouTube & Instagram, to explore safety in Japan beyond just crime, including natural disasters, wildlife, xenophobia, & the considerations travelers & foreign residents should keep in mind. Does Japan live up to it's rep? You be the judge! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Jordan Green/AfroInJapan ------ AfroInJapan on YouTube AfroInJapan on Instagram AfroInJapan's "The Myth of Crime in Japan" ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Kyle Higgins joins The Anime Effect to explore how anime and tokusatsu are reshaping American superheroes. The writer of Radiant Black, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Ultraman, Nightwing, and Teen Titans breaks down what Hollywood can learn from transformation sequences, legacy heroes, and more. Plus, we talk Attack on Titan's impact on Expedition 33, Crunchyroll x Genshin Impact's huge collaboration, Hello Kitty's Godzilla Happy Meal takeover, and the anime we're watching this week. This week on The Anime Effect: ⭐ Kyle Higgins joins the show ⭐ How anime is changing American superheroes ⭐ Radiant Black and Power Rangers and tokusatsu talk ⭐ Attack on Titan's impact on Expedition 33: https://bit.ly/4xMdVNz ⭐ Crunchyroll x Genshin Impact collab: https://got.cr/4c9xmrl ⭐ Hello Kitty x Godzilla is coming to McDonald's: https://got.cr/4zhRvFf What comic would you recommend to an anime fan? Send us your anime questions, hot takes, and more: https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions What we're watching on The Anime Effect: ⭐ Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers: https://bit.ly/4i9iKMb ⭐ Apocalypse Hotel: https://got.cr/4guNvKe ⭐ Eden of the East: https://got.cr/4y0YoJZ The Anime Effect is Crunchyroll's weekly anime podcast hosted by Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. Each week, the crew dives into the biggest anime news, interviews creators and guests, shares recommendations, debates fandom hot topics, and answers listeners' questions. HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano From The Anime Effect podcast to video essays, interviews, and deep dives on your favorite anime, Crunchyroll Presents takes you closer to the world of anime. WATCH MORE ANIME ⭐Start your FREE 7-day Crunchyroll trial: https://got.cr/cp-7days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us Fan MailPain is one thing. Earning the right to keep moving is another. Bill Justus has spent five decades building an endurance life that refuses to shrink, and at 63 he's still lining up for brutal challenges for one simple reason: he still can.We talk through Bill's mindset when the pain cave hits and how gratitude becomes a real performance tool, especially after facing cancer and CIDP. Then we get into the deep cuts from a legendary racing resume: old-school triathlon days before modern fueling, the thin-air grind of Pikes Peak, and the Canadian Death Race where a tiny coin and a cold river crossing become part of the myth. Along the way, Bill shares what it was like racing the Haney to Harrison 100 and meeting Steve King long before most people knew him as the voice of Ultraman.The heart of the conversation is Ultraman Canada and the hard reality of shoulder surgery recovery. Bill breaks down two major rotator cuff injuries, the fight to complete the 10K swim, the moment his body stopped cooperating on the bike, and why choosing an honorable DNF can be the smartest move for long-term health. We also highlight the power of a great crew, what it means to show up anyway, and how to keep your identity intact when the day doesn't go to plan.Finally, Bill tells the story that changed thousands of Saturday mornings: bringing Parkrun to Canada in 2016 and helping grow a nationwide community of free weekly 5Ks built on accountability, volunteering, and friendship.If this conversation hits home, subscribe, share it with a training partner, and leave a five-star rating and review so more athletes can find it. What's one goal you're chasing simply because you still can?Contact Bill through : Epic 365 Coaching Resources mentioned in this episode:Ultraman CanadaDouble BrownPikes PeakCanadian Death RaceParkrunIM New ZealandPeach City RunnersOsaga KT-26Nike waffle Terry Fox RunHaney to Harrison 100kmSauconyComrades MarathonUM AustraliaThe MonsterChicago MarathonLondon MarathonShout outs and mentions in this episode:Kyle FiguiredoMallory PullmanSarah Latonas Ramiro Gutierrez PiedraScott JamesJulie MossSteve Brown (S2E13)Tess Porter Al HowieTom BrownWally HermanTerry FoxShane Mascarin (S2E4)Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)Gail LauxRob GibsonDeGarrett FultonRhonda GibsonBrad CochraneTherese Brabant Paul Sinton-HewittEuan Bowman Rory Bass (S1E4)Support the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic : Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com
Episode #312! This time we will be talking about Digimon Beatbreak episode 42, the Digimon Color: Ultraman v-pet, Cyber Sleuth OST release, brand profit info, products, SAO collab art, plus food & drinks, & more! Plus we answer your questions! Show notes can be found at http://podcast.withthewill.net/post/311/ News and Discussion can be found at https://www.withthewill.net The WtW Patreon can be found at https://www.patreon.com/withthewill Join us on Discord at https://discord.gg/VvWUfHq Questions for future episodes can be sent to podcast@withthewill.net
We're stepping back into risky territory for Mack... maybe this time he won't absolutely despise this 1970s piece of anime history!Support the show on Patreon!Word soup: manga scifi podcast japan animation one piece dragon ball trash taste anime out of context shonen jump
Solo travel or group travel: is one really better for seeing Japan? The Krewe welcomes Ryotaro Sakurai back to the podcast to break down the pros and cons of both, from flexibility and independence to planning, convenience, and shared experiences. Plus, Ryotaro gives us a look at Umami Travel, the group tour company he's building and why he thinks there's room for a different kind of Japan travel experience. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Ryotaro & Umami Travel ------ Ryotaro's Japan YouTube Channel Ryotaro on IG Umami Travel Website Kessennuma Knitting INEtoAGAVE (Craft Sake) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
FULL EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan) celebrate 60 big years of one of Japan's biggest heroes: ULTRAMAN! Also, a spin around the new 4K UHD disc of the 1957 classic film THE MYSTERIANS! Join the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Patreon!You'll get access to full episodes, bonus content, our Discord server, and an archive of past episodes. Head over to Pure TokyoScope Patreon to subscribe today!INFOMatt Alt on BlueskyPatrick Macias on BlueskyPure TokyoScope on YouTubeThe podcast is produced by jaPRESS LLC© and edited by Patrick MaciasTheme song by Marxy, v.o. by RInRin Doll
Nascido em Belém do Pará, ainda criança mudou-se para Castanhal e na escola, gostava de jogar futebol. Aos 18 anos de idade, começou a trabalhar como agricultor e feirante. Sem deixar a agricultura, trabalhou também como técnico de informática, motorista de caminhão e encarregado de obra e não havia espaço para o esporte. No início dos anos 2000, decidiu mudar-se para o interior e dar continuidade à plantação de cacau iniciada por seu pai na década de 1970. Foi ali que construiu sua vida, formou sua família e encontrou o sustento e a tranquilidade que sempre buscou. Porém, décadas de excessos e de uma vida desregrada fizeram com que sua saúde física e mental cobrasse a conta. Sobrepeso, hipertensão, diabetes, ansiedade e outros problemas que já comprometiam sua qualidade de vida o fizeram entender que precisava mudar para continuar vivendo. Em 2020, começou a pedalar. Pouco depois, vieram as primeiras corridas. Mais do que perder peso, descobriu uma nova forma de enxergar a própria vida. Quando conheceu o triathlon, encontrou uma nova motivação. Sabia pedalar, estava aprendendo a correr, mas não sabia nadar. Começou praticamente do zero e decidiu aprender. A cada treino, uma nova descoberta. A cada pequena evolução, mais certeza de que estava no caminho certo. Treinar, porém, nunca foi simples. Onde mora não existe piscina. Muitas vezes, treina em um tanque de irrigação. Corre pelas estradas de terra da região ou pela BR-230, a Rodovia Transamazônica. Pedala no rolo ou enfrenta a rodovia, estreita, sem acostamento e com asfalto ruim. Participou do seu primeiro triathlon em 2024 e, desde então, divide os dias entre a lavoura de cacau, os treinos e as competições, certo de que o esporte não apenas mudou sua rotina, mas também lhe devolveu o controle sobre a própria vida e o ajudou a recuperar sua saúde física e mental. Conosco aqui, o agricultor, ex-dj e colecinador de discos de reggae, estudante de Educação Física e triatleta que participará do Ironman Brasil 2027 e sonha em disputar um Ultraman. Direto de Medicilândia, o belenense Paulo Roberto de Albuquerque Mendes Júnior. Inspire-se! Race Smart - check your heart Este episódio é oferecido pela @z2perfomance e pela @2peaksbikes A Z2 lançou o Performance System, uma linha pensada em organizar a suplementação ao longo da rotina do atleta, com produtos que cumprem papéis específicos dentro da performance. A linha tem dois produtos: a Creatina e o Nitrato. E um produto da Z2 que merece atenção: o Saltz Pastilha. Reposição de eletrólitos num formato inédito no Brasil. Dissolve na boca, repõe sódio, potássio e magnésio na hora, sem precisar de água. Compacto e ideal pra treinos e provas. Siga @z2performance e fique por dentro do universo da Z2. A 2 Peaks Bikes é a importadora e distribuidora oficial no Brasil da Santa Cruz Bikes, da Yeti Cycles e de diversas outras marcas e conta com três lojas: Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo e Los Angeles. Lá, ninguém vende o que não conhece: todo produto é testado por quem realmente pedala. A 2 Peaks Bikes foi pensada e criada para resolver os desafios de quem leva o pedal a sério — seja no asfalto, na terra ou na trilha. Mas também acolhe o ciclista urbano, o iniciante e até a criança que está começando a brincar de pedalar. Para a 2 Peaks, todo ciclista é bem-vindo. Conheça a 2 Peaks Bikes, distribuidora oficial da Santa Cruz e da Yeti no Brasil. @2peaksbikesla SIGA e COMPARTILHE o Endörfina no Youtube ou através do seu app preferido de podcasts. Contribua também com este projeto através do Apoia.se.
Jon and Leigh welcome Beth Giles, director of Dragon Con's Silk Road: Asian Cinema & Culture track, for a tour through one of Dragon Con's widest-ranging programming tracks. Beth explains how Silk Road stretches from the Mediterranean through India and across Asia to the Pacific, covering belly dance, K-pop, martial arts, kaiju, Bollywood, Asian dramas, language, origami, food, travel, and the many fandoms that live along the route. We preview the giant K-pop dance party, charity ‘blinky’ sales for Hope Atlanta, Mothra and Ultraman anniversary programming, Phoenix Wellness Arts, lion dances, stunt martial arts demos, origami classes, Japanese travel and urban legends panels, Asian zombie films, and more! You can find Silk Road in the Hilton. You can also follow the track on X/Twitter. Leave us a voicemail: (813) 321-0884Shop The Unique GeekSuggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea Be sure to check out our Facebook social media thingies. Have a question for the directors or maybe something you want us to try and get info on? Then leave a comment, email us, or call the comment line.Email: 50days[ at ]theuniquegeek.comFacebook: facebook.com/TheUniqueGeekYouTube: YouTube.com/TheUniqueGeek Read the transcript Watch on YouTube The post 50 Days of Dragon Con 2026 – Day 19 – Silk Road first appeared on The Unique Geek.
What goes into kicking off, planning out, & sustaining a podcast? The Krewe presented their lived experiences in podcasting, along with recommendations & tips for aspiring content creators in the US-Japan space, during a workshop on July 30, 2026 at the NAJAS (National Association of Japan-America Societies) National Conference. This episode is that workshop! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for NAJAS ------ NAJAS Website NAJAS Conference Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
What actually keeps you going when everything in you wants to stop? In this episode, Taylor sits down with endurance athlete Ted Lomicka, who became the first man to complete the 34-mile Triple Maui Nui Swim, nearly 24 hours in open water, crossing three of Hawaii's most demanding channels. But this conversation isn't about the swim. It's about the moment in the middle of it… when he was ready to quit. We get into what that breaking point actually feels like, how your mind starts to negotiate with you under pressure, and what ultimately pulls you forward when pushing harder isn't enough. Ted also shares how his perspective on endurance has evolved after 35 IRONMAN finishes, competing in ULTRAMAN, and continuing to push new limits at 57 years old. This episode is about more than physical performance. It's about mindset, environment, and the people around you, and how those things determine whether you stop… or keep going. If you're looking for a clean, effective beverage made with real ingredients, try Hazlo. The new Blood Orange Hibiscus flavor is available on Amazon, and Endurance Minded listeners will receive an exclusive discount. Order Hazlo Here - https://a.co/d/0e3QcBU6 If you're ready to be in the room with people who will change your life and business, check out Growth Circle, a High-Impact Entrepreneur Community. Retreats, masterminds, and strategic coaching for health and fitness entrepreneurs ready to grow faster, lead with confidence, and stop building alone. https://www.impactinitiative.network/services/growth-circle
Adam Ward is an executive coach and operational consultant with nearly two decades of experience helping leaders eliminate friction and optimize performance. With a foundational background in technical engineering at Honda R&D, he combines systematic, data-driven frameworks with real-world leadership strategy. He's also an accomplished endurance athlete who has tackled 19 Ironman 70.3s, two World Championships, and an Ultraman. Links:https://www.adammward.com/debbiewilliamspodcast.comSupport the show
Former LSU standout, NBA veteran, and professional basketball player Johnny O'Bryant III joins the Krewe to discuss his unique connections to Japan, from playing for the Ibaraki Robots in Japan's B.League to founding Noir Caesar, his own manga publishing company. We explore his experiences living and competing in Japan, how a lifelong passion for manga grew into a business, and what it takes to balance life as a professional athlete and entrepreneur. It's a conversation about basketball, Japanese culture, creativity, and chasing passions both on and off the court. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Johnny & Noir Caesar ------ Noir Caesar Website Johnny on IG B.League Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Send us Fan MailHe remembers chatting on the Hawaii bike course and then waking up in a hospital. That missing chapter is the start of an unforgettable story with Ultraman veteran, coach, and Scottyfit.com founder Scott McDermott, whose Kona crash left him with a severe traumatic brain injury, shattered bones, and a recovery that doctors said should not have been possible.We talk about what rebuild actually looks like: navigating the medical system, learning to train again without ego, and using tools like hyperbaric oxygen therapy and easy cardio to regain capacity. Scott also shares his coaching philosophy, why he always keeps coaches of his own, and a practical “green day, yellow day, red day” approach to training that helps endurance athletes stay consistent while respecting illness, stress, and recovery.The heart of the conversation goes deeper than triathlon. Scott connects childhood trauma, the need to feel “good enough,” and how ultra endurance can become a proving ground that never pays off emotionally. That realization reshaped his documentary “Living the World Code” into a film about identity, resilience, and choosing to race for joy instead of approval. We also get into the mental side of getting back on a bike at speed, racing at 57, and why he is returning to the Ultraman World Championship with unfinished business.If this hit home, subscribe to 515 The Ultra Podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a five-star rating and review so more people can find these stories.Resources mentioned in this episode:Ultraman CanadaUltraman MexicoUltraman World ChampionshipsTerry Fox RunZombie RunInnisfail TriathlonBanff Mountain Film FestivalNew York Film Festival Warrior CampShout outs and mentions in this episode:Steve Brown (S2E13)Sheryl Cobb (S2E6)David CobbBrad Sawa (S1E10)Van Sanchez (S1E6)Tony RobbinsAndrew Barber-StarkyTobias YoungMichelle BarnesDr Stefanie BassoBrett SuttonCraig PercivalPeter Hudson (S8E6)Adam FoxLyle KatchurNick Mallett (S2E12)Drew KenworthyHilary McDermottAl Evans Lucy Ryan (S2E5)Inge Jarl ClausanInaki de la ParraCraig KellerChuck DownieGary Wang (S2E6)Support the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic : Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com
Oh, no - there goes Tokyo! Joseph and Mike take on the world of tokusatsu and daikaiju and how they both came to love the adventures of Godzilla, Ultraman, and other kaiju brethren. Mothra, Gamera, Rodan, and the Gargantuas are all up for discussion in this episode. But first it's time for the mix-tape challenge of planes, trains, and automobiles and Joseph answers the added challenge of being able to make a mix containing songs from one singular artist!
The Monster Zone has returned to the Month of Action with another Dan pick! With the addition of the child of thee Dan and Angela, we finally dive into the world of Ultraman, and this one is CHAOTIC for sure. From the many Ultras and kaiju you see on screen, to the many references to other popular Japanese properties, this movies feels like the ULTIMATE toy mash-up put to live-action. It's time to see what MEGA MONSTER BATTLE: ULTRA GALAXY: LEGENDS is all about, this week on THE MONSTER ZONE! Like, comment, and subscribe to the channel Mikey's socials: https://x.com/specterm91 / specterm91 https://threads.net/@specterm91 Dissect That Film socials: Go to our Linktree for links to everything (Socials, merch, podcast app links, YouTube channel) https://linktr.ee/dissectthatfilm Rate and review the show wherever you listen to the show. #monstermovies #themonsterzone #moviereview #ultraman #kaiju
What role do Japan Societies and Japan-America Societies play in strengthening the relationship between the United States and Japan? In this episode, the Krewe sits down with Dr. Joshua Walker, former President and CEO of the Japan Society in New York, to discuss U.S.-Japan relations, the unique impact organizations of all sizes can have at every level of cultural exchange, and why local interactions remain essential to the partnership between both nations. We also explore what the future may hold for U.S.-Japan relations and how individuals and communities can help shape it. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Joshua & Japan Society ------ Joshua's LinkedIn Joshua's Book -- Japan: Beyond the Genkan (Amazon) Japan Society (NYC) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
It's been perhaps the darkest few weeks for video games in either of our lifetimes, so we're back to discuss the ongoing Video Game Apocalypse, from Xbox executing thousands of layoffs and divesting themselves of a half-dozen studios, to PlayStation ending physical media on their consoles even as they close the digital storefront on legacy systems, to ongoing price hikes making the entire hobby unaffordable for everyone. It's really never been this bad, but at least we can commiserate about it together! And after that, this episode has plenty of fun, too, as Sean talks about the latest Ultraman shows he's seen and ongoing adventures in Super Robot Wars Y, while Jonathan shares his experiences falling down the Street Fighter 6 rabbit hole and watching all the James Bond movies after playing 007: First Light. And we've got a great Odyssey-inspired Monthly Ten for you about unlikely adaptation ideas for pre-modern literature. Enjoy! TIME CHART: Intro: 0:00:00 – 0:04:48 Video Game News: 0:04:48 0:23:44 PlayStation News: 0:23:44 0:54:14 Xbox Layoffs: 0:54:14 1:22:28 Doctor Who News: 1:22:28 1:31:54 Ultraman Max & Mebius: 1:31:54 1:44:42 007: 1:44:42 2:01:08 Super Robot Wars Y: 2:01:08 2:34:21 Street Fighter: 2:34:21 2:56:09 Monthly Ten: 2:56:09 3:26:19 Read Jonathan Lack's movie reviews and stay up to date with all our podcast projects at https://www.jonathanlack.comSubscribe to JAPANIMATION STATION, our podcast about the wide and wonderful world of anime: https://www.japanimation-station.com Read Jonathan's book 200 Reviews in Paperback or on Kindle – https://a.co/d/bLx53vKSubscribe to our YouTube channels! Japanimation Station: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation Purely Academic: https://www.youtube.com/@purelyacademicpodcastSupport the show at Ko-fi ☕️ https://ko-fi.com/weeklystuffOriginal Music by Thomas Lack https://www.thomaslack.com/©2012 - Present Jonathan R. Lack & Sean Chapman
Send us Fan MailEdward (“Ted”) Lomicka is a healthcare finance and innovation strategist at Community Health Systems and an adjunct professor at Vanderbilt University. He is also a husband to Michelle and father of two daughters, Ashton and Emory. Ted, an American ultra-endurance triathlete and marathon swimmer, is known for pursuing large-scale endurance challenges. He has completed 35 IRONMAN triathlons, including the 2016 IRONMAN World Championship, as well as two ULTRAMAN triathlons, including the 2019 ULTRAMAN World Championship. He has also finished the first five sequential events in the ANVIL ultra-distance triathlon race series, ranging from 140.6 miles to 703.0 miles. In the open water, Ted Lomicka has completed the Kaiwi Channel crossing from Molokai to Oahu, multiple Caribbean marathon swims, and most recently, the Triple Maui Nui Swim—becoming the first man and second person in history to complete the 34-mile, three-channel, nonstop crossing. He is currently writing First to Five: The Five Hammers of a Do Anything Mindset, a forthcoming book exploring the psychological frameworks, preparation strategies, and decision-making principles that drive ultra-endurance performance and other high-stakes pursuits. He trains in Tennessee and competes internationally. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Tulane University and an MBA from Vanderbilt's Owen Graduate School of Management.Contact Ted on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/TedLomicka/This episode is one story. The Water's Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don't need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you're wondering about Swimbound, email me at shannon@intrepidwater.com. Support the show
Como o corpo e a mente humana suportam o desafio de cobrir 515 km em apenas três dias? No episódio de hoje, conversamos com Fabiano Peres, profissional de Educação Física, treinador e um dos maiores nomes do ultratriatlo sul-americano.Parceiro do Café com Tri pra esse episódio: @seekdopa hosts: @sergiomagalhaes1 @betonitrini @wagner__41 @erikamagrisse produção: @stemmasports pauta & conteúdo: @cafecomtriathlon edição : @acqua_xtreme gravação: @studiostemma capa: @pedroc.jr #cafecomtri #stemma #triathlon #triatleta
Season 7 is here! The Krewe kicks off the new season with language learner & content creator Kyle Metcalf, known for his viral street interviews in Japan where he practices his Japanese through conversation... until he's fluent in Japanese! Kyle joins us to share his Japanese language journey, how real conversations helped him build confidence & move towards fluency goals, practical advice for overcoming the fear of speaking, and what goes on behind the scenes of his popular street interview videos. Whether you're just beginning to learn Japanese or looking for inspiration to take your skills further, this episode is full of insights, encouragement, & plenty of fun stories. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Kyle ------ Kyle on Instagram Kyle on TikTok Kyle on YouTube Kyle's TEDx Talk (YouTube) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
PREVIEW EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan) race like wild stallions through a spate of recent headlines, including the death of legendary Japanese showbiz personality Akihiro Miwa. Also: big behind-the-scenes drama involving Ultraman, Doraemon, and Japan's unforgiving ice cream cartel!You can hear the full episode by joining the Pure TokyoScope Patreon! You'll get access to full episodes, bonus content, our Discord server, and an archive of past episodes. Head over to Pure TokyoScope Patreon to subscribe today!
In the second episode of Toho Kaiju Month, Elijah and Rex are completely whelmed by the unbelievably believable Varan... the unbelievable.Kaiju Conversation is a podcast series diving into the world of tokusatsu featuring genres like science fiction, J-Horror, action, and comedy! From Godzilla, Gamera, and Ultraman to the deepest darkest places like Zeiram, Zebraman, and Tetsuo: The Iron Man.The podcast is hosted by Elijah Thomas and Jackson Gibbens.Email: kaijuconversation@gmail.comTwitter/Facebook: @kaiju_convers Instagram: kaiju_conversLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Kaiju_Convers YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuni8GjDt1abcYq39cOxzDw Discord Server:https://discord.gg/gEwRexe Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/kaiju-conversation • Host: Elijah Thomashttps://linktr.ee/ET13_PRODUCTIONS• Co-host/Editor: Jackson Gibbenshttps://linktr.ee/RexXenoDon't forget to leave us a 5-star review!
This month marks the 60th anniversary of the premiere of Japan's most iconic tokusatsu franchise: ULTRAMAN! Created by the legendary special effects wizards at Tsuburaya Productions, Ultraman premiered on July 17th, 1966, and has been a phenomenon in Japan and around the world ever since. To mark the occasion, today we're taking a look at 15 episodes from 5 different Ultraman series directed by the series' most infamous filmmaker: the one and only Jissōji Akio, whose bizarre and innovative camerawork has proved an indelible influence on generation of Japanese filmmakers, including famous anime auteurs like Neon Genesis Evangelion's Anno Hideaki. It's some of the most inspired, bravura directing ever seen on television, and whether you're a longtime Ultraman super-fan (like Sean) or a relative newcomer (like Jonathan), you will have a blast watching these amazing episodes. TIME CHART: Theme Song: 0:00:00 – 0:01:14 Intro: 0:01:14 – 0:21:18 Ultraman History: 0:21:18 – 0:46:30 Ultraman ‘66 Episodes: 0:46:30 – 1:40:08 Ultraseven Episodes: 1:40:08 – 2:23:02 Ultraman Tiga Episodes: 2:23:02 – 2:48:40 Ultraman Dyna Episode: 2:48:40 – 3:03:18 Ultraman Max Episode: 3:03:18 – 3:28:24 The full list of episodes we watched for this podcast: ULTRAMAN (1966) - Episodes 14 (The Pearl Defense Directive), 15 (Terrifying Cosmic Rays), 22 (Overthrow the Surface), 23 (My Home is Earth), 34 (A Gift from the Sky), and 35 (The Monster Graveyard) ULTRASEVEN (1967) - Episodes 8 (The Marked Town), 12 (From Another Planet with Love), 43 (Nightmare of Planet No. 4) and 45 (The Saucers Have Come) ULTRAMAN TIGA (1997) - Episodes 37 (Flower) and 40 (Dream) ULTRAMAN DYNA (1998) - Episode 38 (Kaiju Play) ULTRAMAN MAX (2005) - Episodes 22 (Butterfly Dream) and 24 (The Unmarked Town) Subscribe to our YouTube channels! Japanimation Station: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation Purely Academic: https://www.youtube.com/@purelyacademicpodcast Read Jonathan Lack's movie reviews and stay up to date with all our podcast projects at https://www.jonathanlack.com Follow Japanimation Station on Instagram and Threads @JapanimationStationPod https://www.instagram.com/japanimationstationpod/ Subscribe to PURELY ACADEMIC, our monthly variety podcast about movies, video games, TV, and more: https://purelyacademic.simplecast.com Read Jonathan's book 200 Reviews in Paperback or on Kindle – https://a.co/d/bLx53vK “Welcome to Japanimation Station” – Music by Thomas Lack, Lyrics by Sean Chapman, featuring Hatsune Miku. “Ice” – Music & Lyrics by Thomas Lack, featuring Hatsune Miku. https://www.thomaslack.com
This month marks the 60th anniversary of the premiere of Japan's most iconic tokusatsu franchise: ULTRAMAN! Created by the legendary special effects wizards at Tsuburaya Productions, Ultraman premiered on July 17th, 1966, and has been a phenomenon in Japan and around the world ever since. To mark the occasion, today we're taking a look at 15 episodes from 5 different Ultraman series directed by the series' most infamous filmmaker: the one and only Jissōji Akio, whose bizarre and innovative camerawork has proved an indelible influence on generation of Japanese filmmakers, including famous anime auteurs like Neon Genesis Evangelion's Anno Hideaki. It's some of the most inspired, bravura directing ever seen on television, and whether you're a longtime Ultraman super-fan (like Sean) or a relative newcomer (like Jonathan), you will have a blast watching these amazing episodes. Enjoy! TIME CHART: Intro: 0:00:00 – 0:18:18 Ultraman History: 0:18:18 – 0:43:30 Ultraman ‘66 Episodes: 0:43:30 – 1:37:08 Ultraseven Episodes: 1:37:08 – 2:20:02 Ultraman Tiga Episodes: 2:20:02 – 2:45:40 Ultraman Dyna Episode: 2:45:40 – 3:00:18 Ultraman Max Episode: 3:00:18 – 3:25:42 The full list of episodes we watched for this podcast: ULTRAMAN (1966) - Episodes 14 (The Pearl Defense Directive), 15 (Terrifying Cosmic Rays), 22 (Overthrow the Surface), 23 (My Home is Earth), 34 (A Gift from the Sky), and 35 (The Monster Graveyard) ULTRASEVEN (1967) - Episodes 8 (The Marked Town), 12 (From Another Planet with Love), 43 (Nightmare of Planet No. 4) and 45 (The Saucers Have Come) ULTRAMAN TIGA (1997) - Episodes 37 (Flower) and 40 (Dream) ULTRAMAN DYNA (1998) - Episode 38 (Kaiju Play) ULTRAMAN MAX (2005) - Episodes 22 (Butterfly Dream) and 24 (The Unmarked Town) Read Jonathan Lack's movie reviews and stay up to date with all our podcast projects at https://www.jonathanlack.comSubscribe to JAPANIMATION STATION, our podcast about the wide and wonderful world of anime: https://www.japanimation-station.com Read Jonathan's book 200 Reviews in Paperback or on Kindle – https://a.co/d/bLx53vKSubscribe to our YouTube channels! Japanimation Station: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation Purely Academic: https://www.youtube.com/@purelyacademicpodcastSupport the show at Ko-fi ☕️ https://ko-fi.com/weeklystuffOriginal Music by Thomas Lack https://www.thomaslack.com/©2012 - Present Jonathan R. Lack & Sean Chapman
SURPRISE! Season 7 is almost here! The Krewe has been grinding away, putting together a jam-packed line-up of spectacular guests & intriguing episode topics. This preview is packed with sneak peeks at what's to come in Season 7. Some snippets include: - Interviewing Kyle Metcalf in English about interviewing people in Japan until he's fluent in Japanese - Discovering the roles of Japan Societies big & small with Dr. Joshua Walker - Exploring the intersection of manga & basketball with pro basketball player & entrepreneur Johnny O'Bryant III - Debating the benefits of solo travel vs group travel with YouTuber & travel expert Ryotaro Sakurai of LifeBridge & Umami Travel - Finding out if Japan really is safe with Jordan Green aka AfroInJapan - Unearthing opportunities for intercultural exchange through the Fullbright Program with Dr. Rose Honegger - Indulging in some Kabuki theatre with Larry Kominz - Tapping into the creativity of cosplay with Maria of Oz Costumes - Teaching Japanese through the J-LEAP Program with Aina Kondo - Hitting the hiking trails of Tohoku with Quinlan of Go North Japan This is only HALF of what's to come this season... we got a lot more still in the works but gotta keep that unwrapped! So stay tuned for our season 7 premiere on July 10, 2026 and stick around for the rest of the season to find out what else we have in store on Season 7 of Krewe of Japan Podcast!! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Foi na adolescência que ela descobriu os esportes. Mergulhou de cabeça no handebol e no basquete. Durante alguns anos, também se dedicou à dança e chegou a considerar seguir carreira como bailarina. Em 1998, mudou-se para Salvador para cursar a faculdade, afastando-se da vida esportiva. Anos mais tarde, em 2013, o jornalismo a levaria ao Rio de Janeiro, onde os esportes ao ar livre passaram a ocupar mais espaço em sua rotina. Em dezembro de 2020, em plena pandemia, decidiu ingressar no triathlon, mesmo sem saber nadar e praticamente sem experiência sobre uma bicicleta. A estreia aconteceu em 2021, no Capixaba de Ferro. Uma síncope durante o ciclismo, porém, impediu que completasse a prova. Já no ano seguinte, concluiu seu primeiro Ironman 70.3, no Rio de Janeiro. Em 2023, participou do seu primeiro Ironman, em Florianópolis, e conquistou uma vaga para disputar o Mundial no Havaí. Em outubro, viveu alguns dos momentos mais marcantes da sua trajetória esportiva ao alinhar na largada do Campeonato Mundial de Ironman. Voltou ao Ironman Brasil em 2025 já pensando em um objetivo ainda mais ousado: disputar uma prova nas distâncias do Ultraman, o UB515. Reuniu uma equipe de apoio formada exclusivamente por mulheres e partiu para uma experiência tão transformadora quanto enriquecedora: completar os 515 quilômetros da competição. Conosco aqui, uma jornalista e triatleta disciplinada, campeã do UB515, uma mulher intensa, de muitos contrastes e paixões, a goianense que acredita muito no seu axé, Fabiana Jacinto da Silva. Inspire-se! Race Smart - check your heart Este episódio é oferecido pela @z2perfomance e pela @2peaksbikes A Z2 agora está com nova embalagem dos géis: abre fácil, com melhor fluxo de sucção e bordas arredondadas pra não te machucar durante o treino ou prova. E tem mais novidade: Barz, a nova barra de energia da Z2! Disponível em Berries & Limão Siciliano e Chocolate & Amendoim, feita com ingredientes naturais para um lanche prático e nutritivo a qualquer hora. Outra novidade é o gel de 75g de carboidratos, ideal pra estratégias de alto consumo. Siga @z2performance e fique por dentro do universo da Z2. A 2 Peaks Bikes é a importadora e distribuidora oficial no Brasil da Factor Bikes, Santa Cruz Bikes e de diversas outras marcas e conta com três lojas: Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo e Los Angeles. Lá, ninguém vende o que não conhece: todo produto é testado por quem realmente pedala. A 2 Peaks Bikes foi pensada e criada para resolver os desafios de quem leva o pedal a sério — seja no asfalto, na terra ou na trilha. Mas também acolhe o ciclista urbano, o iniciante e até a criança que está começando a brincar de pedalar. Para a 2 Peaks, todo ciclista é bem-vindo. Conheça a 2 Peaks Bikes, distribuidora oficial da Santa Cruz e da Yeti no Brasil. @2peaksbikesla SIGA e COMPARTILHE o Endörfina no Youtube ou através do seu app preferido de podcasts. Contribua também com este projeto através do Apoia.se.
Hello, Kaiju Lovers! Hello, MIFV MAX members! First-time guest Rob Buck of The Power Chamber Podcast joins Nate for "The Ultra Journey" to discuss the first of its kind in the Ultra Series: Ultraman Tiga & Ultraman Dyna: Warriors of the Star of Light. This was the first wholly original tie-in film for a then-current Ultraman show on TV. While the title promises a crossover, behind-the-scenes shenanigans kept it from being as epic as it could've been. That being said, as a "midquel" for Dyna, it's a solid piece of tokusatsu. The film explicitly expresses the franchise's vehement anti-nihilism worldview and shows why the TDG Trilogy era is beloved. Since one of the main antagonists, the amazingly named Deathfacer, is an evil giant robot programmed with the memories of the Super GUTS team, this episode's Toku Topic is a (sorta) brief history of artificial intelligence (A.I.). Enjoy! For full shownotes, including a bibliography of sources, visit this episode's blog post on the MIFV website: https://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2026/06/12/episode-112-ultraman-tiga-ultraman-dyna-warriors-of-the-star-of-light-vs-rob-buck-the-ultra-journey/. "JIMMY'S NOTES" COMING SOON! Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, Francis Chopin, and Geek 3D Art. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Timestamps: Introduction: 0:00-21:21 Entertaining Info Dump: 21:21-30:18 Toku Talk (main discussion): 30:18-1:38:57 Culture Box Ad – The Untold Podcast: 1:38:57-1:39:48 Toku Topic – A Brief History of Artificial Intelligence: 1:39:48-2:55:56 Outro (listener feedback and housekeeping): 2:55:56-3:11:20 Credits: 3:11:30-end Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #ultraman, #theultrajourney, #tsuburayaproductions, #ultramandyna, #ultramantiga © 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media
Architectural Friction: Engineering Corporate Innovation Through Productive Discomfort with Anthony ReevesIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Anthony Reeves, an elite international keynote speaker, growth consultant, and author of Eat the Donkey, to dismantle the hidden operational liabilities of corporate complacency. Anthony, whose background spans intense ultra-endurance sports like Ultraman to driving high-stakes team strategy within Amazon's leadership ecosystem, argues that convenience is the ultimate enemy of enterprise scale. This conversation serves as an essential manual for middle-market founders and executive teams looking to build high-performance cultures, showing how institutionalizing deliberate operational friction can shield an organization from stagnation and unlock sustainable corporate growth.The Strategy of Stretch: Structuring Vulnerability and Governance for Enterprise ScaleThe primary threat to long-term market authority is rarely an external competitor, but rather an internal slide into institutional comfort and short-term operational thinking. Anthony Reeves explains that when a business attempts to over-engineer convenience and eliminate all administrative friction, it naturally dulls the creative drive and risk-taking capacity of its workforce. Elite multinational enterprises—such as Amazon, Airbnb, and LVMH—combat this stagnation by intentionally embedding productive discomfort directly into their talent metrics and core performance reviews. Instead of evaluating managers solely on safe, predictable output, these organizations systematically reward teams that push boundaries and test unproven hypotheses. When a company normalizes failure as a key data point in the innovation pipeline, it strips away the perfection paralysis that stalls product development, transforming calculated risk from an existential threat into a highly predictable revenue driver.To sustain this high-yield operational velocity without causing employee burnout or talent attrition, leadership must establish a culture anchored in absolute transparency and foundational alignment. When structural disruptions inevitably occur, companies often make the mistake of deploying sanitized, risk-averse public relations scripts that destroy trust with both clients and internal stakeholders. True market differentiation is achieved when executives possess the psychological safety to publicly own corporate mistakes, a practice modeled directly by Amazon's leadership principles. By treating unexpected errors as transparent opportunities for optimization, leaders build deep organizational resilience. This vulnerability must be paired with an unyielding commitment to the enterprise's "foundational focus"—the core mission and values that define the brand—ensuring that the business aggressively rejects short-term, trend-chasing distractions that do not map to its long-term enterprise value.Transitioning an organization out of complacency requires a corporate architect who can precisely differentiate between productive growth discomfort and destructive operational chaos. Through specialized consulting frameworks and strategic keynote sessions, Anthony assists leadership teams in auditing their current workflows to identify where compliance has replaced creativity. This systems-driven alignment demands that corporate metrics shift toward tracking long-term structural milestones rather than immediate quarterly micro-gains. By designing clear accountability guardrails and providing continuous executive development, founders can safely guide their teams through the discomfort of rapid market shifts. Ultimately, market dominance belongs to the enterprises that treat stress not as a crisis to be managed, but as the primary catalyst required to scale impact and maintain premium authority across their entire industry vertical.About Anthony ReevesAnthony Reeves is a globally recognized keynote speaker, growth consultant, and the author of Eat the Donkey. Drawing from an extraordinary background in world-class ultra-endurance sports—including completing Ultraman and Ironman competitions—and extensive leadership experience within Amazon, Anthony specializes in the mechanics of human and corporate optimization. He serves as a trusted advisor to executives, helping them design high-accountability workplace cultures that embrace strategic challenge to drive breakthrough innovation.About anthonyreeves.coanthonyreeves.co is the primary digital advisory hub for Anthony Reeves's global consulting and speaking practice. The platform provides mid-market corporations, enterprise leaders, and event organizers with direct access to custom corporate training modules, organizational alignment workshops, and leadership development resources. Through data-driven diagnostics and culture-shifting frameworks, anthonyreeves.co equips modern executive teams with the systems engineering required to reject mediocrity and manage complex operational scale.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeAnthony Reeves Official Website: anthonyreeves.coAnthony Reeves on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anthonyreevesKey Episode HighlightsThe Complacency Trap: Why over-engineering comfort within corporate processes dulls innovation and introduces long-term vulnerability into your business.Institutionalizing Discomfort: Emulating Amazon's framework of rewarding employees based on their willingness to invent and take risks rather than just executing safe results.The Power of Foundational Focus: Examining how brands like Starbucks and Southwest Airlines maintain long-term market control by ruthlessly saying no to trend-chasing distractions.The ROI of Executive Vulnerability: Building intense customer and employee loyalty by openly owning corporate mistakes instead of relying on sanitized corporate scripts.Productive vs. Destructive Friction: Training management tiers to balance intense structural challenges with robust psychological safety guardrails.ConclusionThe conversation with Anthony Reeves highlights that corporate excellence is an intentional architecture built on the edge of the comfort zone. By deploying rigorous performance governance, fiercely protecting the organization's core mission, and treating failure as a mandatory component of growth, business leaders can transform a stagnant operation into an agile, self-sustaining corporate asset.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
Jonathan Todd Ross, a voice actor and writer (the voice of Marik Ishtar & Yami Marik in the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series), joins Lexie to discuss getting into acting and studying at NYU, stumbling into voice work via an urgent Ultraman audition that led to Yu-Gi-Oh!, and ultimately audiobooks, and why the original Yu-Gi-Oh! dub endures—universal themes, mythic battles, and inner duality. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week's exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Bluesky, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com! Originally recorded July 8, 2025. Learn more about Jonathan: https://www.jonathantoddross.com/ Check out his IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1475002/ Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathantoddross Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtoddross Follow him on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanross8102 Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday. Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we are reading all your comments, reviews, and posts about Godzilla vs Ultraman with guest debater Nick Sheist joining us!Who Would Win Masters is all about the community, and we want to hear from YOU! So comment on our show posts on the Facebook Group, Instagram, Threads, and also our Patreon! TikTok too? YES!Ray and Sam are back to wrap up the community thoughts and talk a little bit about what they've been enjoying lately, maybe your next favorite thing is about to get a recommendation?If YOU think you've got what it takes, email a one minute demo to WhoWouldWinMasters@Gmail.com and let's see if you're ready to face the challenge...Check out Nick on the Bad Movies we Luv Podcast! Ray just went on there to talk about 2025's Bone Lake!You can now support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/WhoWouldWinMastersCheck out the Who Would Win YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/@WhoWouldWinMastersFollow us on Tiktok, IG, and Everywhere Else: @WhoWouldWinMasters @AlmightyRay316 @SamProofCheck out the Who Would Win Merch Store:WhoWouldWinStore.com#WhoWouldWin#VersusPodcast#FictionalFights#BattleDebate#UltimateShowdown#KaijuBattle#EpicClash#GeekDebate#NerdShowdown#MonsterBattle#Ultraman#UltramanSeries#Tokusatsu#UltraHeroes#SpeciumRay#UltramanFans#JapaneseHeroes#ClassicToku#UltraWarrior#KaijuHunter#Godzilla#KingOfTheMonsters#Kaiju#Toho#GodzillaFans#MonsterVerse#AtomicBreath#TitanBattle#Gojira#KaijuKing#KaijuVsHero#TokusatsuVsKaiju#GiantMonsterBattle#PopCultureDebate#GeekCulture#NerdCulture#FanDebate#CrossoverBattle#IconVsIcon#MonsterShowdownAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
This week podcasting superstar Nick Sheist (Bad Movies we Love Podcast) joins the show to see if Godzilla can go 10 rounds with the kaiju killer himself, Ultraman! Judge Sam Proof will render his verdict, but all listeners can join our Patreon as FREE MEMBERS and vote on who they think won this battle!Who Would Win Masters is the premiere Vs Battle Podcast where our resident Battle Master Ray Stakenas challenges the entire Who Would Win community to round after round of spirited debate!You can support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/WhoWouldWinMastersIf YOU think you've got what it takes, email a one minute demo to WhoWouldWinMasters@Gmail.com and let's see if you're ready to face the challenge...Check out the Who Would Win YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/@WhoWouldWinMastersFollow us on Tiktok, IG, and Threads: @WhoWouldWinMasters @AlmightyRay316 @SamProofCheck out the Who Would Win Merch Store:WhoWouldWinStore.com#WhoWouldWin#VersusPodcast#FictionalFights#BattleDebate#UltimateShowdown#KaijuBattle#EpicClash#GeekDebate#NerdShowdown#MonsterBattle#Ultraman#UltramanSeries#Tokusatsu#UltraHeroes#SpeciumRay#UltramanFans#JapaneseHeroes#ClassicToku#UltraWarrior#KaijuHunter#Godzilla#KingOfTheMonsters#Kaiju#Toho#GodzillaFans#MonsterVerse#AtomicBreath#TitanBattle#Gojira#KaijuKing#KaijuVsHero#TokusatsuVsKaiju#GiantMonsterBattle#PopCultureDebate#GeekCulture#NerdCulture#FanDebate#CrossoverBattle#IconVsIcon#MonsterShowdownAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy