For this episode's Latest Word, we're digging into the linguistics behind the phrase... you guessed it, "caught between a rock and a hard place."
Ty, one of the missionaries I served with in Japan, will be joining us soon but I introduce him in this episode along with some of the lessons I learned while serving with him. We also dive into some more of the cuisine I was introduced to while living in Izumo, and touch on other topics such as missionary fitness, mental health, and the art of the beverage run!
Episode Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PJo2fPvxFRAHgQJLu4cn72xaj6quwtyzls0E-b6yH30
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Intro and Outro Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks:
Colorful Cat - Playground
Watch: https://youtu.be/mkPFWv1xWsw
Colorful Cat - Kon
Watch: https://youtu.be/fdFLSIxhHhg
For this episode's Latest Word, we're exploring the Japanese titles for Mistborn and the Way of Kings! Then, we continue the narrative in Southwestern Japan with a visit to Okayama and a few areas in the country near Izumo! Join us as we head for the hills!
Episode Transcript:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/12p4zSwjMX7E9GQoYqjzkrzFCNe7ZWUUFWUvArQNDzdg
Q&A:
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Intro and Outro Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks:
Colorful Cat - Playground
Watch: https://youtu.be/mkPFWv1xWsw
Colorful Cat - Kon
This may not be Ba Sing Se, but there are still secrets to be discovered! Join Paul-chan as he shares a few vignettes, including some spookie moments apropos for the Halloween season!
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Episode Transcript:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14EUqZdpmhvhYY_piTP1pl6jCifBa5Y-VCo5VeZdqOhY
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Intro and Outro Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks:
Colorful Cat - Playground Watch: https://youtu.be/mkPFWv1xWsw
Colorful Cat - Kon
We start off with a new segment: The Latest Word. You'll then learn useful tips about Banking and Grocery Shopping in Japan before revisiting one of the darkest days in Paul-chan's history... 😂
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Episode Transcript:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JNAMfbV0rAAe31BhU1CZq03Vv6kzAm_Cpd4liK4XG6k
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Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks:
Colorful Cat - Playground Watch: https://youtu.be/mkPFWv1xWsw
Colorful Cat - Nakabeni
Watch: https://youtu.be/tj8AezwaTJw
Stream: https://soundcloud.com/ncmfyt/colorful-cat-nakabeni
Domitori Taranofu - Birds and Kids on the Playground
Watch: https://youtu.be/psIqFtfbjg0
Stream: https://soundcloud.com/ncmfyt/domitori-taranofu-birds-and-kids-on-the-playground
Colorful Cat - Kon
Join us as we dive into Paul-chan's eccentric "dream theater" and have an introspective conversation about déjà vu. We also discuss over-tourism in Japan during this episode's Q&A segment.
Articles mentioned in this episode:
Episode Transcript:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sCYMURPlX5A5LBhWo-S16rZhbOwMzS4s_LYdkTCwGq0/edit?usp=sharing
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Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks:
Colorful Cat - Playground Watch: https://youtu.be/mkPFWv1xWsw
c152 - liminal fields
Stream: https://soundcloud.com/ncmfyt/c152-liminal-fields
Domitori Taranofu - Sakura's Life
Watch: youtu.be/tZXmTc4W_o0
Stream: ncmfyt.band.link/SakurasLife
Domitori Taranofu - Dreams of Japan (Extended Mix)
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Stream: ncmfyt.band.link/SakurasLife
Colorful Cat - Kon
Watch: https://youtu.be/fdFLSIxhHhg
The hiatus is over! Join us as we go over the roadmap for where this podcast is headed and reflect on a poignant Japanese song.
Episode Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x8KLmeyv_O69ENLO5mPdSz3zclbwvmggGKK8oJHsLqg/edit?usp=drive_link
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Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground, Colorful Cat - Sharegaki, Domitori Taranofu - Cold Cold Snowfall in My Soul Extended Mix, and Colorful Cat - Kon
Stream: Listen on Spotify
Come hop on a train bound for Matsue! Also, let's talk about Japanese vending machines!
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Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground, Colorful Cat - Iridescent, Domitori Taranofu - Forget, Colorful Cat - Kōbai-Iro, and Colorful Cat - Kon
Stream: Listen on Spotify
Delicate pink blossoms, chicken nuggets, and Hanami Dango... Oh my!
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Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground, Colorful Cat - Byakuroku, Colorful Cat - Kon
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Discover one of the most significant Shinto Shrines in Japan.
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Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground, Colorful Cat - Yanagizome, Colorful Cat - Kon
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Paul travels to the city of Izumo, encountering a slight hiccup.
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Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground, Domitori Taranofu - Akihabara, Colorful Cat - Kon
Stream: Listen on Spotify
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Landing in Hiroshima, Paul learns about the city and makes a connection to its past.
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Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground, Colorful Cat - Nakabeni, Colorful Cat - Kon
Stream: Listen on Spotify
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You are about to embark on a journey that will take you all over Japan, from the heart of Tokyo to the southern tip of Kyushu and beyond! Paul tells the story of his transition from basic training recruit to Japan-bound missionary.
Music provided by NCMFYT
Tracks: Colorful Cat - Playground
Watch: https://youtu.be/mkPFWv1xWsw
Colorful Cat - Kōbai-iro
Watch: https://youtu.be/38TwIsGqwcQ
Colorful Cat - Kon
Watch: https://youtu.be/fdFLSIxhHhg
Trailer Music: Domitori Taranofu - Just a Playground
Watch: https://youtu.be/tU3ucZtTru8
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You’re about to embark on a journey across the land of the rising sun. Here’s a taste of what you’ll experience while listening to My Time in Japan.
