Discover the exciting world of drones with Aerial Perspectives! Each episode takes you behind the scenes with drone pilots from diverse industries—cinematography, construction, inspections, agriculture, and more. Hear firsthand what a day in their life is like, their challenges, triumphs, and how drones are transforming their work. We also explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of drone technology and the opportunities that await in the jobs of tomorrow. Whether you're a dro ...
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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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Did a Tourist in Shibuya Get Scammed $200?
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27:58Has anyone ever really enjoyed a Shisha lounge? It's the cheap plastic sofas, we swear! Burn marks and ash based problems? Get in touch - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I've been a nasty store, nasty...I've been a nasty store, nasty! [email protected] if you've ever been damaged in a Muji. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Where to Spend Your First Jet Lagged Day in Tokyo
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30:42I bet Paul Newman wouldn't fall asleep in a karaoke booth. [email protected] for your messages - do get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Worst Things About Travelling in Japan... Revealed!
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24:12Chris and Pete 'survey' all the news from Japan this week! Pete will be back in his studio on Thursday and in the meantime why don't you have a big ol' email - [email protected]! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tourist Shocked to Find Stranger Under Japanese Hotel Bed
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24:27Foul, foul stuff indeed. Don't have nightmares, or miss the next instalment of the Abroad In Japan podcast, this Monday! [email protected] for your dispatches, or awful stories of weirdos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What Raw Chicken Sashimi really tastes like!
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28:31Pull up a seat, let's bloody eat! It's the Abroad In Japan Podcast, cooked medium rare... [email protected] for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan’s Busiest Bullet Train Route Halted by Snake!
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33:34Trains: just big bloody metal snakes, baby! [email protected] for your messages for young Christopher... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Foolish Hiker Rescued from Mount Fuji Twice in One Week!
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32:58At this point, you simply have to say the man is an idiot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris & Connor Survive the 1,500km Cyclethon & Raise Over $1 Million!
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40:27And did Chris experience them getting over the 1 million mark? No, no he didn't. Because his bladder is just toooo important. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris and Pete will return on Thursday for a full debrief on the charity record destroying cyclothon - so make sure you meet us back here for that. For todays show, we thought we'd remind ourselves of the before times, and show that was recorded after Pete and Chris had just that second returned from Korea, so decided a K-pop special was in order! …
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12 Things We Hate about Japan Feat. @CDawgVA!
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43:51Recorded in the days before Chris and Connor headed out on their epic cyclothon, they tried to figure out how to dispose of a six-foot monkey crate... [email protected] for all your messages - Pete and Chris will return shortly, once Chris has removed his ever-so-tight cycling pants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…
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73-Year-Old American Detained for Bringing Dangerous Item into Japan!
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23:58Bang bang, my Chrissy shot me down! [email protected] for all your messages of support for Chris' big cycle! (And tips for saddle soreness.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of Aerial Perspectives, we sit down with Mario Werth and Richard Thomas to explore the growing role of drones in law enforcement. From search and rescue missions to real-time aerial surveillance, we dive into how agencies are using drone technology to improve public safety, enhance situational awareness, and protect both officers an…
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Is it worth learning Japanese just for this? Maybe! Pete and Chris will be back this coming Monday morning, BST... In the meantime chuck your two penneth in: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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With apologies for lateness (damn tech gremlins) - here's the Abroad In Japan podcast! Pete and Chris will return same time on Thursday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Would you drink the forbidden ramen soup? Pete and Chris will return this Monday morning, bellies full of everything but this - email the show on [email protected]... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Back in time: Abroad In Japan ft. Sharla and Dogen!
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36:20With Chris currently fixing up his fixie for a two-wheeled jaunt across Northern Japan, we thought we'd take a step back in time to those home-based records during Covid - starting with Sharla and Chris figuring out what the best mackerel-based hotel is, followed up by Dogen telling us all how to perform the very best backflip, and the best way to …
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Why Chris & Connor Are Cycling 1,500km Across Japan in April!
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29:59Charitable in the streets, uncharitable a sheet to their own legs. [email protected] for your messages of support and chafing prevention tips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What Happened to Tokyo’s ‘Lost’ 4 Billion Yen?
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24:22See a penny, pick it up - all the day you'll have the unbearable weight of the world on your shoulders for not doing the right thing. 10:40.060 16:16.054 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Climbing Mount Fuji in 2025 Just Got Harder
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30:44Just don't wear shorts, Chris! [email protected] for all your messages, ya big hunks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"I've got your private hire right here!" *punch* [email protected] for all your messages, thanks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Assassins Creed Vs. Japan: Controversy Explained
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40:59*DIVES FOR COVER* Pete and Chris will return same time Monday morning here on the Abroad In Japan podcast - and warning, the show will contain FANCY TRAINS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Tokyo Store Where Customers Pay to Shoplift
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24:24Well that's hardly the spirit, is it? [email protected] if you've got any half inched cosmetics to sell... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan’s Shinkansen Decouples Mid-Journey at 60kmph!
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27:04Less than awesome development, that! Get your superfast Japan eSIM at https://jjesim.com and you can email Chris here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Chris Walked 27,000 Steps Across Tokyo with American Pete
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30:00..aaaand I would walk 27,000 steps and I would walk five hundred more. The show will return on Thursday, but in the meantime do make sure you contact your congressman or woman and tell them the AIJ POD IS THE BEST. Or maybe just email Chris on [email protected]... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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What Caused Japan’s Worst Wildfire in 50 Years This Week?
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28:22And Pete and Chris will be back with their best suits for another show on Monday morning here on this ol' feed! [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japanese Ramen Shop Owner Offers Bounty for Bad Reviewers
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32:59If you want to watch anime on the Yamanote, get yasel' an eSim! https://jjesim.com/ 11:15 25:17.069 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan Unleashes 200,000 Tonnes of Emergency Rice as Prices Soar
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32:39RICE: It's what's for dinner.... [email protected] if you can think of what to eat instead of Japan's greatest carb! 1335 2301 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japanese Men's Most Attractive Female Professions Revealed
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45:06What would you like your partner to do? [email protected]! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan's Record-Breaking Snowfall Causes Chaos
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34:16And if you'd like to see the unedited Super 8 footage - it'll be live on the youtube channel by 2100 GMT! https://www.youtube.com/@AbroadInJapanPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Back in time: Abroad In Japan ft. Natsuki and CDawgVA!
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34:08We're stepping back in time to hear all about Natsuki's favourite footwear, and Connor rinsing Chris for his meat skewer addiction! Pete and Chris will return usual time Thursday morning on this very channel... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan’s 6 Most Underrated Places Revealed | Feat. Ryotaro
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37:24Have you ever been off the beaten track and exclaimed "other people might really dig this place!" [email protected] - let us know! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Broad in a bus based bunk bed, bawling badly. [email protected] is the way you can fire your poison darts of information into our ears! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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And Pete and Chris will return same time this coming Monday - so you have a super weekend, won't you? [email protected] for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan’s Unleashes New Tactic to Stop Badly Behaving Tourists
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37:40"Oh... don't start fires. Don't shoplift. When will this woke nonsense end?" [email protected] is the way you can manipulate your computer to send Chris some of your lovely messages. Please do so! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mochi wish ya girlfriend was HOT LIKE ME? After Chris' extensive travels, later than scheduled *plays train sound effect* the Abroad In Japan Podcast will return this Monday 3rd of Feb! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Japan's Most Expensive Tuna Just Sold for $1.3 Million
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22:10"How big was the tuna?" "Motorbike-sized" "But how big was the motorbike?" "Tuna-sized" "Get out." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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2720 - The year when Japan has one child left!
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19:37And that child... doesn't even like Coolish. Doesn't even bare thinking about... [email protected] for you ideas to get everyone lovemakin' again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ever touched a capybara? Get in touch - [email protected]! And if you fancy a little extra episode, Chris and Pete took his imported car around Finsbury Park for a bit here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-RivQyaCJA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pete and Chris are reunited in the same studio for the first time in... a month! [email protected] for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode Four - From Hollywood to Wind Turbines: The Global Impact of Drones with Chris Odom
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39:39In this episode of Aerial Perspectives, we sit down with Chris Odom, a drone industry veteran whose career spans over a decade of innovation and impact. From aerial cinematography on 18 feature films to leading industrial inspections and building a global network of over 100 drone pilots across 35 countries, Chris’s journey is nothing short of rema…
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Episode Three - Building the Future: Drones in Public Infrastructure with Jonathan Woodham
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41:06In this episode of Aerial Perspectives, we’re joined by Jonathan Woodham, UAS Manager at ALDOT and a pioneer in drone technology for public infrastructure. Since 2016, Jonathan has been instrumental in shaping ALDOT’s UAS Section, focusing on construction and environmental projects. He shares his passion for manual flying, insights from award-winni…
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Episode Two - In The Beginning of the Commercial Drone Flight with Mike Haytack
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32:22In this episode of Aerial Perspectives, we explore the early days of commercial drone flight with industry pioneer Mike Haytack. Starting his drone journey in 2013, Mike recounts his experience in aerial photography, videography, and mapping, as well as his involvement in the groundbreaking Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management initiative in …
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Family Mart Chicken Added to Japanese School Lunches
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31:12And if you'd like to see Pete's video - it's inside the video version of this very episode - https://www.youtube.com/@AbroadInJapanPodcast The boys will return this Friday, 10th of Jan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to Aerial Perspectives, the official Rocket Drones podcast where we dive into the future of drone technology, FPV racing, and UAV careers! 🏆🚀 Join us as we explore: ✅ Innovations shaping the drone industry 🛸 ✅ FPV racing insights from top pilots 🎮 ✅ STEM education & career pathways in UAV operations ✈️ ✅ Expert interviews with industry lead…
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But "Natsuki The Baby" is presumably still fine, no? [email protected] for your favourite anime-related naming ideas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan’s 10 Greatest Food Locations Revealed
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31:33We promise it's not a list of Family Marts with the best chicken... [email protected] for your very best food recommendations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan's $26 Billion Discovery Might Change Its Fortunes
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26:42Gizzit! Giz that lovely stuff under the sea. GIZZIT! Have you ever handed someone a lot of rubbish for a laugh? [email protected] for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why This Man Ate at Sukiya for 1,800 Days
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27:11Could not want a big bowl of beefy rice more right now, frankly! [email protected] - could you do over a thousand days of beef bits? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan’s Toughest Competition Is Far From Normal
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23:03What's the most exotic stamp you've gotten in Japan? Let us know - [email protected] for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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