A Bi-Weekly adventure on all things Japan, our lost without moments and so much more.
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Krewe of Japan is a weekly podcast that takes listeners on audio journeys through Japanese culture. With our hosts as your guide, and the help of guest experts, Japanese natives, and ex-pats, understanding Japan is now easier than ever before.
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The experiences, thoughts, and other ramblings of an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher in Kyoto, Japan. Topics range from life and work in Japan to the nitty-gritty of teaching, from funny things my students do to IELTS testing. For those interested in life and work in Japan or any foreign country, or for any teachers (ESL or otherwise) looking for some insight and discussion!
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Join SayuriSaying for an enriching journey into Japanese culture and language, perfect for intermediate learners and cultural enthusiasts. Dive into a variety of topics, from social norms to personal insights and cultural concepts like '縁(En)'. Enjoy engaging discussions, both in solo narratives and special episodes featuring guest speakers, bringing Japan's essence closer to you. Explore deeper with our transcripts and video podcasts at sayurisaying.com. Subscribe for a unique blend of insi ...
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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is capitalism the engine of destruction or the engine of prosperity? On this podcast we talk about the ways capitalism is—or more often isn’t—working in our world today. Hosted by author and journalist Bethany McLean and world renowned economist Luigi Zingales, we explain how capitalism can go wrong, and what we can do to fix it. Cover photo attributions: https://www.chicagobooth.edu/research/stigler/about/capitalisnt. If you would like to send us feedback, suggestions for guests we should b ...
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Ever wondered what it's like living as a foreigner in Japan? We're Annie & Zeb Ramsbotham, and while our Japan journey might be rambling, we hope this podcast isn't! Join us as we move from the United States to Ishikawa Prefecture, work in the JET Programme, explore Japan by bike, and navigate our new home. We're looking forward to having you along for the adventure. If you're enjoying the podcast we'd appreciate you subscribing and reviewing it on your preferred podcast platform! And as alw ...
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From Japan Real Estate market fundamentals, with a special focus on investment - through guides, tips, tricks and interviews with industry experts - this podcast is your one-stop-shop for audio content related to one of the world's most exciting (and profitable!) property markets. Find us at http://www.nippontradings.com
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A bite-sized show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening in today's economy. It's a quick hit of insight into money, work, and business. Monday through Friday, in 10 minutes or less.
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In this podcast we will talk about life in Japan as foreign residents, sharing our experiences about learning Japanese, traveling, working, visas, Japanese culture and everything else we encounter in our day to day lives! For any questions or feedback, email [email protected]
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This is a Japodcast for Japeople about the unanswered questions and rampant confusion that ensue when a man who speaks no Japanese and knows little to nothing about Japanese culture got sent to live and work in Osaka, Japan for 1 year.
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The New Japan Pro Wrestling Character and Storytelling podcast.
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Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and d ...
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Seek Sustainable Japan is a positive view of sustainable Japan through discussions with "Good People Doing Great Things" as a way to share ideas worth preserving and building on. Everything from community building to Japanese culture, art, crafts, trades, reuse & renovation, farming, entrepreneurship, sustainable business & products, events, organizations, travel & traditions. All of the guests on the show are creating a more sustainable Japan [i.e. better people-planet-profits balance] thro ...
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Building on the work of many others, this series of podcasts charts the development of Australian Music. The Chart series commences at 1957 with the introduction of Top 40 charts. Other series will focus on Singers and Groups. Whilst 1957 is the starting-point, we will also be moving back in time to chart the rich history of Australian Music in many forms, before the beginning of the Top 40 era. The general principle in the development of these podcasts is 'let the music do the talking'. Thu ...
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HTDS is a bi-weekly podcast, delivering a legit, seriously researched, hard-hitting survey of American history through entertaining stories. To keep up with History That Doesn’t Suck news, check us out htdspodcast.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram: @Historythatdoesntsuck. Become a premium member to support our work, receive ad-free episodes and bonus episodes. Take a special VIP cruise with Prof. Jackson May 18-22, 2026 Go to surfshark.com/HTDS or use code HTDS for 4 extra months of Su ...
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On the Live Work Play Japan Podcast we talk to the most inspiring teachers, freelancers and entrepreneurs in Japan, so you can learn the secrets of their success. Go to www.liveworkplayjapan.com/podcast to see the show notes.
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Michigan Talks Japan is a new podcast from the Center for Japanese Studies at the University of Michigan. In it, Prof. Allison Alexy talks with leading scholars doing research on Japan about their work, their backgrounds, and their recommendations in the field. Crossing academic disciplines and time periods, the podcast highlights new and exciting scholarship in Japanese Studies. More at: https://ii.umich.edu/cjs/podcast/
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This show explores how almond growers, handlers, and other stakeholders are making things work in their operations to drive the industry forward. Host Tim Hammerich is visiting with almond leaders throughout California who are finding innovative ways to improve their operations, connect with their communities, and advance the almond industry. Hearing the voices of these industry leaders might spark a connection or idea you can use in your own journey. That’s why we want to feature these stor ...
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A show featuring news, views and tips from Osaka, Japan. Presented by Hiroyuki Shinohara and Ian Cheung. Produced by messaliberty, the company that brings you hulor.com, helping you find interesting stuff online without the work of searching.
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The daily drama of money and work from the BBC.
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"China in Focus" is a new Youtube channel created by NTD to provide viewers with fast, compelling, first-hand news from China. NTD is a New York-based global news and entertainment media company founded in 2001. We believe the integrity of our world hinges on the accurate and truthful spread of information. We dedicate ourselves to providing the truth, no matter the cost, and shedding light on major issues. We cover the stories that others don’t. Our unbiased news provides critical informati ...
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Join host Julian Booker to hear a selection of music from around the globe that crosses cultures, genres and borders for a trip unlike any other on your radio dial. From acoustic roots, to contemporary electric sounds, Culture Caravan explores and celebrates what makes the people, places and, most of all, sounds of the world so unique, and in the process, makes it a little smaller for us all to enjoy! In addition to being the Sunday morning host of Sleepy Hollow at WXPN in Philadelphia, Juli ...
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Health, wellness & lifestyle podcast for English-speaking residents of Tokyo. Host Sam Gilbert, co-founder of Club 360, speaks to a wide-range of guests within the Tokyo foreign community, with the goal of helping you lead a healthy and enjoyable life in one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the world.
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Welcome to “workshops work,” the podcast that transforms how professionals engage, inspire, and lead groups. Ranked among the top 5% most popular podcasts globally, it is hosted by Dr Myriam Hadnes, a behavioural economist and facilitation expert. Each episode delves into the techniques and mindsets that make workshops truly impactful. Join us every week as we sit down with world-renowned facilitators and uncover their secrets to creating psychological safety, fostering collaboration, and sp ...
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Being real about the hardships in life and discovering how God is still good even in the mess.
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Here are my Podcasts. All have already been posted before in iTunes, but I’m trying to work all this out at the moment so I’m reposting them before I do any more. Let me know what you think. Oh. Don’t click the Subscribe button below. Click here instead.
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Breathturn Audio: plain sight, published by Roof Books (2020), read by Steven Seidenberg
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The text of plain sight relentlessly questions notions of thinking and being, setting out various propositions about life, thought, and perception in a way that persuades not merely with argument, but with music. The resulting experience is a thrilling “excavation of the nous,” drawing us into a realm where point of view, connotation, misdirection, and other rhetorical and prestidigitational devices are deployed in a tender but unyielding attack on the illusions we share. It also manages to ...
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Whether you are new to genealogy or a practiced veteran of the craft, these short clips of information about genealogy and our ancestors should inspire and assist you in moving further on your family tree. Keep them handy when you hit a brick wall or want new inspiration for unique angles to take in your work. With each clip, you will quickly learn what you need to know and be ready to jump back into the ancestor pool with a renewed sense of purpose.
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News, Music and International and Pop culture from a dumb actor, beat making rapper living in Japan.
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B2B marketing in Asia starts here. Discover APAC growth strategies, brand localization, PR, ABM and demand generation in Japan and across Asia-Pacific. The Asia AIM Podcast is your front row seat to the strategies, stories and successes powering today’s most innovative B2B brands in Japan, Southeast Asia & the wider APAC region. From generating demand and localizing brands to shaping PR strategy and executing ABM in Asia, this podcast brings you behind the scenes with marketing leaders and b ...
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The #1 Tokyo based Hip-Hop & Dope Culture Podcast hosted by Mega and Late. New episodes every Friday featuring special guests living in and visiting Japan. DONATE: paypay.me/megalateshow
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Interviews with De Gruyter Brill authors about their new books
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The World of Work has transformed tremendously over the past decades, and more so for the rest of us since 2020. From being based in the office, to remote and now hybrid, we are all doing our best to make things work. We will be inviting guests and experts from across the workplace industry to join us in our episodes as we discuss all things work related, and how we can make it better. Join us every fortnight at A Better World of Work podcast and follow us on Veldhoen + Company LinkedIn page ...
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On Economics Explained, we take a look at interesting countries, policies, and decisions from the point of view of an economist. The world is an interesting place and we hope to uncover some of this intrigue in our short, informative podcasts.
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Your two hosts of this podcast work as professional guides in the Alaskan outdoor tourism industry and started this podcast as a fun way to keep busy during the pandemic summer of 2020. With uncertainty in what employment might look like, Danny and Andrew still wanted to share the beauty of Alaska with people and this podcast was a good way to achieve that goal. Alaska is an incredible place everybody should put on their destination bucket list. Each episode opens with a beer review highligh ...
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SQSEO is an educational podcast focused on AI SEO and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), helping brands understand how AI-powered search engines, large language models (LLMs), and generative systems evaluate and recommend content. The show explains how AI search works, how content structure and semantics affect visibility, and how businesses can improve AI discovery across platforms such as ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overviews, and other generative tools. SQSEO is designed for founders and mark ...
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Bloomberg's Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway explore the most interesting topics in finance, markets and economics. Join the conversation every Monday and Thursday.
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If you ended up here, consider yourself a little mad. My name is Miki! I am an anthropologist based in Japan and I currently work with rebellious young children. I love mad people striving towards a different world. I do not understand madness, but I seek madness. This podcast, her bit of madness, is a means for myself to connect to those working with social change and create an irresistible madness together that encourages a world that works for more. Subscribe and lettuce be mad together:)
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Hibana: The Japan Travel, Life & Culture Guide, The Official Podcast of Hikari Travel Agency (HTA)
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This podcast is dedicated to sparking your interest in all things related to Japan! JOIN US!, as we discuss travel, culture, language, daily life, history, work, cuisine and many other aspects of Japan. COME INTERACT WITH US!, as we share our personal experiences, opinions & advice for all travel and life within Japan. LET’S DISCOVER NEW THINGS TOGETHER!, as we interview Japanese friends, business owners and many others to explore their stories, advice & experiences relating to Japan. Feel f ...
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In your writing life, no matter how hard you work or how well you plan, things won't always unfold the way you'd hoped. In Ease Lessons for Writers, we explore what gets in the way of our writing, why that happens, and why it matters. Together we learn how to make our writing easier and more joyful. I'm your host, Monna McDiarmid, a writer and coach based in Japan and Nova Scotia. Website: monnamcdiarmid.com/ | Newsletter: monnamcdiarmid.com/subscribe/ | Instagram: @monnamcdiarmidwrites/ | P ...
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Interview with John Rucynski, Living and Working in Japan as a Sumo and Hanshin Tigers Fan Season 5 Ep 127 Lost Without Japan
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Welcome to a very special episode of Lost Without Japan, where we sit down with John Rucynski, Japan-based editor of A Passion for Japan, an associate professor at Okayama University, a Google Scholar, and a Hanshin Tiger fan, to discuss teaching English in Japan and so much more. TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=palzyd_PUEA New textbook …
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Pentagon Report: China Ramps up Military Readiness, Nuclear Arms For Taiwan Invasion 2027
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A new Pentagon report warns China is ramping up pressure on Taiwan militarily. It also says Beijing is making advancements in quantum computing, even as corruption inside its military raises serious questions about readiness. China is slapping sanctions on 20 U.S. firms and 10 executives, following Washington's largest arms sale to Taiwan. We break…
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Spirituality in Everyday Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda
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Japan is often described as having “spirituality without religion”, but what does that actually mean? In this episode, author Hiroko Yoda joins the Krewe to break down how spirituality quietly shapes everyday life in Japan, from nature and kami to shrines, folklore, and even anime. With personal stories and insights from her new book, Eight Million…
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AF-1221: Every Mistake I Made in 2025 | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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Genealogy teaches you something early. The record is rarely clean. Ink blots. Misspelled names. Ages that shift from census to census. People who appear, disappear, then show up again decades later with no explanation. When you study the past long enough, you stop expecting perfection. You start expecting the truth to arrive a little sideways. 2025…
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What Are the Best Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) Agencies in Japan — and Why Japanese AI Discovery Plays by Different Rules
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This week, I focused my research on Japan, and I’ll be honest — this market surprised me in the best possible way. I went in expecting GEO in Japan to look like a slightly localized version of U.S. or European strategies. What I found instead is a system that’s far more precision-driven, trust-based, and platform-specific. In this episode, I unpack…
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Simon Avenell, "A History of Postwar Japan: Recovery, Prosperity, and Transformation" (U Hawaii Press, 2025)
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This sweeping history tells the story of contemporary Japan from its defeat in the Asia-Pacific War in 1945 until the early decades of the new millennium. How did the Japanese people deal with the collapse of its empire and the American-led occupation? What factors played into Japan's remarkable economic recovery and stunning affluence? How did dem…
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Merryn Talks Money: John Law, The Gambler Who Invented Modern Money (Part 1)
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Hello Odd Lots listeners! As we take a break for the holidays we'd like to take a moment and bring you an episode by one of our sister shows here at Bloomberg Podcasts, Merryn Talks Money. In this special two-part series, John Stepek and Merryn Somerset Webb tell the extraordinary story of John Law: a fugitive Scots gambler who became the most powe…
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The secret to Nintendo's success (Encore)
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For the next week, we're running some of our favorite shows from this year. On today's show, a brief history of Nintendo and how a small playing card company in Japan became a gaming juggernaut. This piece originally aired June 16, 2025. Related episodes: Inside video game economics Forever games: the economics of the live service model The boom an…
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What Are the Best Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) Agencies in China — and How Does GEO Even Work Behind the Great Firewall?
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This week, I went down one of the most fascinating rabbit holes I’ve explored so far: Generative Engine Optimization in China. A lot of people asked me whether GEO even exists there — given that ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google aren’t accessible in the same way — and the short answer is yes, but it looks very different. In my research, I focused on …
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With 250 years of brewing history behind his family, Arthur Edward Guinness was discouraged from taking on the responsibility that the men of his family had for centuries. Now Ned, or Lord Iveagh, grows crops, brews beer and is in pursuit of being able to pour the perfect pint in one of the two pubs he owns in the rural east of England. He tells Le…
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What Are the Best Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) Agencies in the United States — and How Do You Know Which One Is Actually Legit?
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This week, I focused my research on the U.S. market and a question I keep hearing from founders, CMOs, and SEO leads: Which agencies in the United States are actually good at Generative Engine Optimization — and which ones are just rebranding SEO? I spent time reviewing agency positioning, service pages, public frameworks, client case studies, and …
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AF-1220: The Christmas Story | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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All month, we have looked at how different places celebrate the season, with food, songs, family gatherings, church services, and small customs that show up year after year. Today, we are going to close the series by going straight to the center of it. I am going to read the Christmas story. Before I start, here is the simple thought I want to leav…
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What Are the Best Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) Agencies in the UK — And How to Choose One That Actually Delivers?
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This week I dove deep into a topic that’s getting a lot of buzz in AI search circles: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — the practice of helping brands get discovered in AI-powered discovery systems like ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and future generative engines. Specifically, I looked at which agencies in the UK are leadin…
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Scott Kupor's New Plan to Bring Tech Workers Into the Federal Government
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If you're a high-skilled tech worker, then potentially huge fortunes await you working for a startup or one of our booming AI giants. But the government needs these types of workers too. And the government is not set up to pay commensurate salaries with the private sector -- particularly for these types of roles. This challenge has long been unders…
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Riley Linebaugh, "Curating the Colonial Past: The 'Migrated Archives' and the Struggle for Kenya's History" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
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In the early 1960s, British colonial administrations in East Africa organized the systematic destruction and removal of secret documents from colonies approaching independence. The Colonial Office in London arranged the deposit of these documents in high security facilities, where they remained inaccessible until 2011 following a compensation suit …
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AF-1219: So why December 25? | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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Well, two big reasons show up in the history. One reason is a theological calculation that shows up early. A Christian writer named Sextus Julius Africanus (early 200s) argued that Jesus was conceived on March 25 and was born nine months later on December 25. Another reason is the Roman winter season. By late December, the empire already had major …
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How AI Search Engines Handle Multilingual Content in 2025 — And Why Most Brands Get It Wrong
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In 2025, AI search engines don’t just translate content — they interpret meaning across languages. And that’s creating a huge visibility gap between brands that assume translation is enough and brands that understand how AI actually handles multilingual context. In this episode, I break down how AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, a…
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Why AI Search Engines Prefer ‘Sourceable’ Content Over ‘Great Writing’ in 2025
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In 2025, some beautifully written content never shows up in AI search — while simpler, less polished pages get cited again and again. The difference isn’t quality. It’s sourceability. In this episode, I explain why AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google’s AI Overviews prioritize content that’s easy to source, reference, and …
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Irvin Ibargüen, "Caught in the Current: Mexico's Struggle to Regulate Emigration, 1940-1980" (UNC Press, 2025)
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Migration between the United States and Mexico is often compared to the river that runs along the border: a "flow" of immigrants, a "flood" of documented and undocumented workers, a "dam" that has broken. Scholars, journalists, and novelists often tell this story from a south-to-north perspective, emphasizing Mexican migration to the United States,…
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Why every A-lister also has a side hustle (Encore)
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Happy Holidays from The Indicator! For the next week, we're running some of our favorite shows from this year. On today's show, why celebrities are increasingly investing in their own brands. This piece originally aired August 14, 2025.Related episodes: The celebrity crypto nexus The Olympian to influencer pipeline (Apple / Spotify) For sponsor-fre…
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353 - How to Facilitate Constructive Discomfort through Brave Spaces with Dr. Dauv Evans
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Send us a text Brave work is messy work. It’s an invitation into the dōjō – to be humbled, to get vulnerable, and leave behind what you thought you knew. Life-long learner, executive coach, culture consultant and facilitator, Dr. Dauv Evans joins me this week to journey beyond safety into the brave space arena. Together, we explore what it takes to…
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We're in Santa’s grotto – sort of - a Chinese city that some call the Christmas capital of the world. With 75,000 traders, across 50,000 stores, Yiwu offers the world’s largest wholesale market across a labyrinth of arcades. But at a time of growing trade tensions with the US, who’s actually buying the tinsel this year? If you'd like to send us an …
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Pentagon: China Deploys 100+ Nuclear-Capable Missiles That Can Strike U.S. | China in Focus
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A Pentagon report released on Monday warns that China has likely deployed more than 100 nuclear-capable missiles in silo fields that can strike the U.S. mainland. President Donald Trump also unveiled plans to build a new class of battleships as part of the “Golden Fleet,” aimed at strengthening the military and deterring U.S. adversaries like commu…
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AF-1218: Christmas Traditions in Poland | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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In Poland, Christmas takes a different form than in many places. The most significant family moment often happens on Christmas Eve, not Christmas morning. That Christmas Eve gathering is called Wigilia, and in many homes it is the main event of the season. Even people who are not very religious still keep Wigilia traditions because they are tied to…
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Part 2 of 4 of Culture Caravan's Best of 2025 series!By Culture Caravan Radio
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Why AI Search Engines Trust Third-Party Mentions More Than Your Own Content in 2025
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In 2025, one of the biggest mistakes brands make with AI SEO is assuming their own website is enough. Even with great content, strong structure, and clear explanations, many brands still fail to appear in AI-generated answers — and the reason often comes down to external validation. In this episode, I explain why AI search engines like ChatGPT, Per…
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How Can Non-Residents of Japan Get Financing for a Holiday Home or AirBnb Property?
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Interview with Mark Drabkin, founder of "Yen Loans" Check out "Yen Loans K.K." Connect with Mark Drabkin on LinkedIn Pre-register for discounted, early-bird tickets for the April 2026 Japan Real Estate Summit, in Tokyo or online! Contact us at NTI for advice, consultations, free referrals to local professionals, and all of your Japan Real Estate ne…
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AF-1217: Christmas Traditions in Mexico | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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Christmas in Mexico is not usually treated like one neat day on a calendar. It feels more like a long build that gets louder, brighter, and more crowded as it moves toward Christmas Eve. In many places, the season spills into the street. Neighbors join in. Kids play a role. Food shows up in big batches. Music follows you around like it owns the pla…
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Why AI Search Engines Prefer Content That Shows Limits and Trade-Offs in 2025
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In 2025, one of the fastest ways to lose visibility in AI search isn’t bad optimization — it’s pretending your solution has no downsides. AI search engines are increasingly skeptical of content that sounds too confident, too perfect, or too absolute. In this episode, I explain why AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google’s AI …
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Deanna Ferree Womack, "Re-Inventing Islam: Gender and the Protestant Roots of American Islamophobia" (Oxford UP, 2025)
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From the end of the American Civil War to the start of World War II, the Protestant missionary movement unintentionally tilled the soil in which American Islamophobia would eventually take root. What ideas did missionaries in Islamic contexts pass on to later generations? How were these ideas connected to centuries-old Protestant discourses about M…
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The worst year of Warren Buffett’s career
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As Warren Buffett aged, he became a different sort of figure. He transformed from short-term investor into long-term builder. He used Berkshire Hathaway to start buying companies and build an empire. Today on the show, how did Buffett’s fame become an investment tool and how did he handle the biggest crisis of his career? Related episodes: Planet M…
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We look at what makes a great Christmas marketing campaign. From a budget-friendly advert based around coffee cups, to multi-million dollar epic commercials featuring Hollywood A-list celebrities. We unwrap the secrets behind the world's most iconic festive advertising. If you'd like to get in touch with the programme, our email address is business…
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U.S. Seizes China-Bound Oil Tanker | China in Focus
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The U.S. seized two more oil tankers in waters near Venezuela. One, fully loaded with oil, was bound for China, while the other had previously been used to transport oil to China. A Chinese researcher at Indiana University has been charged with smuggling E. coli bacteria from China into the U.S. illegally. Japan is stepping up efforts to increase i…
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AF-1216: Christmas Traditions in South Africa | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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December in South Africa does not whisper in with cold nights and frosted windows. It arrives with heat, long afternoons, and bright skies that can still be blue well into the evening. In many homes, Christmas planning is not about keeping warm. It is about finding shade, keeping food cool, and deciding whether the family gathering will happen insi…
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Did China Just Drop The Ball On Global Dominance?
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China’s position as the world’s factory is shifting. Growth is slowing to approximately 4-5%, wages are rising, the workforce is shrinking due to an aging population, the property crisis is weighing on GDP, and Western tariffs are restricting exports. For decades, China produced goods at low cost, but a significant supply chain gap is now emerging.…
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Why AI Search Engines Trust FAQs More Than Blog Posts in 2025
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In 2025, some of the most powerful pages for AI search visibility aren’t long blog posts or pillar pages — they’re simple, well-written FAQs. And that surprises almost everyone. In this episode, I explain why AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google’s AI Overviews consistently rely on FAQ-style content when generating answers.…
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Why AI Search Engines Prefer Brands With a Single Clear Voice in 2025
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In 2025, many brands aren’t losing AI visibility because of bad content — they’re losing it because they sound like too many different people. AI search engines are increasingly favoring brands that speak with one clear, consistent voice across their entire site and content ecosystem. In this episode, I explain why AI search engines like ChatGPT, P…
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Michael Braddick, "Christopher Hill: The Life of a Radical Historian" (Verso Books, 2025)
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Christopher Hill was one of the leading historians of his generation. His work across more than 15 books and dozens of articles fundamentally rewrote the way we understand the English Revolution and the development of the modern British state. While his career brought many of the trappings of establishment respectability – he was both a Fellow of t…
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Why Americans Are Falling Behind on Auto Loans At Their Highest Level Ever
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By and large, American households are in a healthy economic position. Yes, unemployment has been rising, but it's still at fairly low levels. Consumer spending has held up well despite terrible sentiment. And many households are sitting on huge stock market gains and have a big home equity cushion. And yet, there are signs of trouble. Most notably,…
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Suzette van Haaren, "The Digital Medieval Manuscript: Material Approaches to Digital Codicology" (Brill, 2025)
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We increasingly encounter medieval books as digital facsimiles—zooming in on high-resolution images, clicking through virtual pages, or engaging with interactive displays. But what actually happens when a parchment manuscript is translated into a digital object? How does this change affect our understanding of cultural heritage? In The Digital Medi…
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Kwame Nkrumah and Pan-Africanism’s High Tide: A Conversation with Howard W. French
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The Second Emancipation: Nkrumah, Pan-Africanism, and Global Blackness at High Tide (Liveright, 2025), the second work in a trilogy from best-selling author Howard W. French about Africa's pivotal role in shaping world history, underscores Adam Hochschild's contention that French is a "modern-day Copernicus." The title--referring to a brief period …
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The spite acquisition that launched Warren Buffett
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With an unprecedented decades-long run of success, Warren Buffett is retiring on December 31, 2025. Buffett’s turning point began with the acquisition of a failing textile mill called Berkshire Hathaway. What began as a “terrible mistake” became the foundation for his empire. Today on the show, how did Buffett become this legendary figure? Related …
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195: Holiday Special IX: Chanukah in Warsaw & Christmas in Washington, D.C.
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“This year very few Hanukkah candles were lit.” / “This is a strange Christmas Eve.” This is the story of 1941’s wartime holiday season. It’s difficult to conjure up a more miserable picture than the Warsaw Ghetto, but Jewish residents are doing their best to stay close to their faith in spite of the dismal circumstances. In a sermon that draws par…
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EP. 33 – Montel Vontavious Porter on Masked Selling, Concussion Restarts, and Reboot Signals
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. This episode dives into selling under a mask, how to restart after a concussion check, fixing missed moments on live TV, and signa…
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301. The Tonkatsu Spot Loved by Locals | 常連さんがいっぱいのとんかつ屋さんの秘密
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In this episode, I talk about a local tonkatsu restaurant loved by regular customers but rarely visited by tourists. I share 5 heartwarming features that make this place special, from how staff speak to customers to the warm atmosphere. Do you have a favorite spot like this? Let’s explore together! 🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayuri…
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Festive spending habits are changing, with many, especially younger shoppers, predicted to cut back. We look at what’s driving the shift, the impact on retail, and how artificial intelligence is starting to shape the way shoppers choose gifts and search for lower prices. Plus - we hear from members of the World Service audience on what their holida…
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How AI Search Engines Use Images, Videos, and Visual Context to Rank Brands in 2025
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In 2025, AI search engines don’t just read text — they understand visuals. Images, videos, diagrams, screenshots, and even layout context are now influencing which brands get mentioned in AI-generated answers. In this episode, I break down how AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google’s AI Overviews use visual signals to build …
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How the Way Users Phrase Questions Trains AI Search — And What That Means for SEO in 2025
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In 2025, AI search visibility isn’t shaped by content alone — it’s shaped by how people ask questions. The exact phrasing users choose when talking to AI systems is quietly influencing which brands show up and which never get mentioned. In this episode, I explain how AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google’s AI Overviews lear…
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