Lauren convinces Drew to read one of her favorite recent reads. Lots of insight into Japanese culture and language, along with a heartwarming coming-of-age story!

The Final Draft features beers from Guinness and Cerebral Brewing.

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Inking Out Loud is Drew McCaffrey and Rob Santos. Sound engineering by Drew McCaffrey. Artwork by Danielle "FelCandy" Prosperie. Intro/outro music: "Moonlight" by Jivemind.