In this episode we discuss how the impact internet outages can have, then discuss a scheme to incentivise fathers to take paternity leave. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20231109/p2a/00m/0na/028000c https://www.instagram.com/p/CzW1A-vBswk/?igshid=Y3RpNGR1ZndydThy
In this episode we discuss the case of an American man in Japan having his partnership visa application denied, potentially due to his partner also being make. We then look at Haruka’s favourite bluey episodes. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20231103/p2a/00m/0na/017000c https://www.instagram.com/p/CzPsFEnykgp/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng==
In this episode we discuss the case of a man encouraging a young girl to go to a club and a kabuki actor assisting his parents to suicide. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20231020/p2a/00m/0na/003000c https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/10/20/japan/crime-legal/kabuki-actor-ennosuke-trial/
In this episode we discuss the Australian referendum and new findings which suggests renting is as bad for your health as smoking. https://www.abc.net.au/news/elections/referendum/2023/results?filter=all&sort=az&state=all&party=all https://amp.9news.com.au/article/9830b596-b8e5-4195-960f-19123ce8fd74
In this episode we discuss extinction rebellion activists stopping musicals to save the planet, and a Japanese startup making Sake from trees. https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cx_tslZIPZt/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230929/p2g/00m/0bu/060000c
In this episode we discuss how a Japanese school is utilising the power of AI to improve English speaking. We also chat about how the Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has suddenly quit. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230923/p2a/00m/0na/015000c https://amp.9news.com.au/article/7c1f8e0e-0b83-4376-b3c0-ad36e3e299dd
In this episode we discuss how Airbnb is facing a mandatory tax in Victoria, then look at the case of a special school in Nagoya holding a lottery for who gets to ride the school bus. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230920/p2a/00m/0na/008000c https://amp.abc.net.au/article/102878180
In this episode we try to get our head around gen z slang, and read about the curious case of an escaped 2 meter long Iguana roaming Kyushu. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw_7A3aImes/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230912/p2a/00m/0li/003000c
In this episode we discuss how some airlines are beginning to offer child free flights, and look at how the rumours around Johnny have been confirmed. Links below https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cw6gdGvp3ou/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230907/p2g/00m/0na/040000c
In this episode, we look at the rise of online Chinese retailer Temu, then look at how the media is treating a Japanese actor caught with cannabis. https://www.instagram.com/p/CwmqcR3R02J/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230901/p2g/00m/0na/060000c
In this episode we discuss concerning results to national tests and a man who kept an incredible 180 cats as pets. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwUPhp9u22g/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwUPhp9u22g/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng==
In this episode we discuss a published list of ‘most rude cities in Australia’ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cv8yEzYP_j0/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== Then we look at the rise of female hikikomori in Japan. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230815/p2a/00m/0na/003000c#cxrecs_s
The title might give it away but this episode deals with potentially sensitive topics. In this episode we discuss the success of the Women’s football World Cup and how 5% of uni students in Japan profess to be porn addicted. https://amp.9news.com.au/article/64a76441-124c-480e-8b65-bcb84119290c https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230808/p2a/00m/0na/025000c?dicbo=v2-XiWAGSk
In this episode we discuss how single use plastics such as balloons used for helium are being banned, while other single use plastics ignored. Then we look at a potentially problematic meme which some in Japan are not happy with. Links are below . https://www.instagram.com/p/Cvdma6uvyXq/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng== https://japantoday.com/category/entertainment/japan-opening-of-'barbie'-marred-by-controversy-ahead-of-nuclear-memorials
In this episode we look at a ban imposed on gas in new buildings in Victoria, and Japan’s unusual relationship with sex workers. Links are below. https://amp.abc.net.au/article/102659636 https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230725/p2a/00m/0na/013000c?dicbo=v2-Oi3YAHD
In this episode we discuss divorce and custody laws in Japan, then talk about the rise of AI generated influencers. Links are below. https://news.yahoo.com/fully-ai-generated-influencers-getting-143239162.html https://amp.abc.net.au/article/102603522
In this episode we discuss the case of a famous surgeon losing his license to practice medicine, and a new luxury train linking Asakusa to Nikko. Links are below. https://amp.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/jul/12/neurosurgeon-charlie-teo-found-guilty-of-unsatisfactory-professional-conduct https://www.asahi.com/sp/ajw/articles/14924291
I’m this episode we discuss the release of the new social media platform ‘Threads’ and how McDonald’s in Indonesia offers wedding packages. Links are below. https://www.instagram.com/p/CuV53uPvrqP/?igshid=MjA3NmNkZWY5Yg== https://www.newsweek.com/mcdonalds-wedding-package-jokes-memes-indonesia-1811064
In this episode, we discuss a curious case of a Chinese woman who decided to bring her extended family on a blind date and how the father in Bluey, Bingo, has been fat phobic in a recent episode. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-05/qld-bluey-deleted-fat-shaming-scene-exercise/102309114 https://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/man-gets-sued-leaving-blind-164913319.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cucmVkZGl0LmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAtMaySubNmRXnFXHj30TyabSoHNTYZfKkA9NE6NTtTV-IzBMafTX42c6mzKOB0...
In this episode we discuss the new live action little mermaid movie, which Matt doesn't realise is a kids movie till half way through the chat, then we discuss how the WHO is considering making obesity medication an essential medication. Links below. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-25/the-little-mermaid-live-action-movie-review-disney-halle-bailey/102368246 https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/14872925
In this episode we discuss a new initiative launched by airlines which allows you to fly without anyone siting next to you. After that we consider the curious case of a former Yakuzi member who has travelled to Ukraine to fight against the Russian invasion. Links are below. https://www.instagram.com/p/CsXThA0orJD/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng%3D%3D https://amp.abc.net.au/article/102276660
In this episode we discuss a challenge facing many countries around the world, a lack of rental properties and skyrocketing prices. We then discuss a curious case from the US of a girl burnt by chicken nuggets. Links are below. https://iview.abc.net.au/video/NEWS2022102337798 https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230513/p2g/00m/0in/054000c
In this episode we discuss the Royal Corronation and an unusual piece of rural architecture. Links are below. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230504/p2a/00m/0li/015000c https://www.instagram.com/p/Cr6IOGRPIjV/?igshid=NjZiM2M3MzIxNA%3D%3D
In this episode we discuss an article covering a story on how Japanese teachers are almost all working beyond 40 hours overtime per month then look at changes which have angered Australian Pharmacists. Links are below. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230428/p2a/00m/0na/034000c https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-04-25/pbs-change-allows-purchase-of-60-days-worth-of-medicine/102265094
In this episode, we start from scratch and reveal our process for looking for an article to discuss. Below are the articles we settled upon. Apologies to all for the end of the episode. I (Matt), accidentally pressed the end meeting button without thinking. https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230419/p2g/00m/0li/039000c https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq9zBq5v7ms/?img_index=1 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-04-21/electric-vehicles-rebate-6000-dollars-/102250522...
In this episode we discuss the story of a 73 year old lady who has just graduated from university, then we look at the story ofhow Arnold Schwarzenegger is making efforts to fix potholes in LA's streets by himself. Links are below. https://www.instagram.com/p/CrC5QcSP1Qj/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230413/p2g/00m/0in/014000cSpotify
In this episode we discuss a drop in fruit and vegetable sales at Australia's largest supermarket chain and how a Japanese company is now offering anti bullying insurance. Links are below. https://www.9news.com.au/national/australian-healthy-diets-not-enough-vegetables-fruit-woolworths-data-cost-of-living/345660fc-70ce-47cf-b224-7bf432fdeecf https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/04/05/national/tokio-marine-bullying-insurance/
In this episode we discuss proposals to ban 'sharenting', or parents sharing their children's lives over media, as well as a movement amongst young people to switch off from smartphones. Links are below. Apologies to regular listeners, we were away in an area with bad reception and couldn't upload the episode on time. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp9GKemI-D8/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/03/30/world/dumbphone-fans-disconnect/...
In this episode we discuss the phenomenon of bottled water consumption and how new discoveries are being made about a building built thousands of years ago. Links are below, https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp3-qRGvH4Y/?igshid=ODRjNjljZGM%3D https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230303/p2g/00m/0sc/002000c
In this episode we discuss the shift away from physical stores to online shopping and whether it is right to hit kids as a form of discipline. Links are below. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp1lMVnPE-P/?igshid=ODRjNjljZGM%3D https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20230315/p2a/00m/0na/006000c
