jaPODCAST

By Jamaipanese

Jamaican Blogger on life, gaming, learning 日本語 📚... more

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The podcast currently has 16 episodes available.

jaPODCAST episodes:

June 29, 2020 jaPODCAST – 10: Money Manners in Japan
In the last episode, I did an interview with Dave Collymore a Jamaican who has been residing in Japan for a long time. Today, let’s talk about money manners in Japan. Intro Money Manners in Japan Respect Money Don’t overpay or underpay Use the tray and/or an envelope Respect money part 2 Coin purses Humility…
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5min
April 16, 2020 jaPODCAST – 9: Interview: Advice from Dave – a longtime Jamaican Expat in Japan
In the last episode, I did an interview with Ariel Mathews who is from the twin-island republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Ariel talked about her experiences as someone arriving fresh in Japan on the JET program. My guest today is Dave Collymore who is somewhat of a celebrity in the Jamaican community here in Japan.…
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42min
September 15, 2018 jaPODCAST – 8: Interview: Lets chat with Ariel! A new Trini ALT in Japan
Today I have a Caribbean queen from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Ariel Mathews is fresh on the JET program. Arriving about a month ago and settling into life in Japan. I thought it would be interesting to talk to someone new on JET so that anyone applying for JET now or…
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37min
September 15, 2018jaPODCAST – 7: Interview: Lets chat with Ariel! A new Trini ALT in Japan
Today I have a Caribbean queen from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Ariel Mathews is fresh on the JET program. Arriving about a month ago and settling into life in Japan. I thought it would be interesting to talk to someone new on JET so that anyone applying for JET now or in the future can get a feel of what the early weeks and months are like as well as the application process and more.
Intro
Who is Ariel Matthews NOT?
What drew you to the JET Programme?
Did you face any challenges in preparing to apply to the programme?
What was the application process for JET like for you from start to when you found out you were accepted?
You left your country for the first time, how did you and your family deal with the big change?
Where in Japan do you now reside and what is your town like so far?
What’s the most difficult part of living in Japan so far?
You were a teacher back home as well, how is the change from the main teacher to ALT?
How have the early exchanges with your students, fellow teachers, other JETS and the community been so far?
JET applications are now open again in many countries. Any advice to applicants?
Finally, are there any creative projects or other undertakings you would like to share?
Outro
Tweet me @Jamaipanese or leave a comment below with your thoughts on the episode!
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37min
July 16, 2018 jaPODCAST – 7: Interview: Shikisha on being a JET in Japan
My guest today is Shikisha Cowan a longtime online acquaintance whose path also led her to Japan a few years ago on the JET program. Let’s chat with her today. Intro Who is Shikisha Cowan? Tell us about yourself in 3 to 5 sentences. What circumstances led to now residing in Japan and what is your job here?…
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31min
June 23, 2018Pokemon Legend Red (レッド) Nendoroid
The special guest on episode 6 of the jaPODCAST is Ayana Wyse. An American living and working in Japan. In this episode, I’ll be chatting with Ayana about her experiences in Japan as young professional and expat from the United States.
http://jamaipanese.com/podcast-player/18402/japodcast-6-interview-ayana-life-japan-expat.mp3
Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 1:01:21
Intro
How long have you resided in Japan? Have you lived in the same area all that time?
Was it hard to settle? To meet new people? Get comfortable in your new job, community etc?
What’s the best part of living in Japan?
What’s the most difficult part of living in Japan?
Any advice for other young professionals aiming to move to Japan in the near future?
It is the start of a new year! What are some of your Japan-related goals for 2017?
You recently invited me to a Facebook group called “Black Creatives Japan” what is the creative scene like in your area in Japan?
Can you explain your Facebook group and why you created it?
Conclusion
Find Ayana as @Yana_Yz on Twitter and Instagram. Purrcy can be found on Instagram @PositionsofPurrcy
Tweet me @Jamaipanese or leave a comment below with your thoughts on the episode!
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1h 2min
June 21, 2018Detroit: Become Human
The special guest on episode 6 of the jaPODCAST is Ayana Wyse. An American living and working in Japan. In this episode, I’ll be chatting with Ayana about her experiences in Japan as young professional and expat from the United States.
http://jamaipanese.com/podcast-player/18402/japodcast-6-interview-ayana-life-japan-expat.mp3
Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 1:01:21
Intro
How long have you resided in Japan? Have you lived in the same area all that time?
Was it hard to settle? To meet new people? Get comfortable in your new job, community etc?
What’s the best part of living in Japan?
What’s the most difficult part of living in Japan?
Any advice for other young professionals aiming to move to Japan in the near future?
It is the start of a new year! What are some of your Japan-related goals for 2017?
You recently invited me to a Facebook group called “Black Creatives Japan” what is the creative scene like in your area in Japan?
Can you explain your Facebook group and why you created it?
Conclusion
Find Ayana as @Yana_Yz on Twitter and Instagram. Purrcy can be found on Instagram @PositionsofPurrcy
Tweet me @Jamaipanese or leave a comment below with your thoughts on the episode!
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1h 2min
June 06, 2018Learn Kanji over time to level-up your Japanese
The special guest on episode 6 of the jaPODCAST is Ayana Wyse. An American living and working in Japan. In this episode, I’ll be chatting with Ayana about her experiences in Japan as young professional and expat from the United States.
http://jamaipanese.com/podcast-player/18402/japodcast-6-interview-ayana-life-japan-expat.mp3
Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 1:01:21
Intro
How long have you resided in Japan? Have you lived in the same area all that time?
Was it hard to settle? To meet new people? Get comfortable in your new job, community etc?
What’s the best part of living in Japan?
What’s the most difficult part of living in Japan?
Any advice for other young professionals aiming to move to Japan in the near future?
It is the start of a new year! What are some of your Japan-related goals for 2017?
You recently invited me to a Facebook group called “Black Creatives Japan” what is the creative scene like in your area in Japan?
Can you explain your Facebook group and why you created it?
Conclusion
Find Ayana as @Yana_Yz on Twitter and Instagram. Purrcy can be found on Instagram @PositionsofPurrcy
Tweet me @Jamaipanese or leave a comment below with your thoughts on the episode!
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1h 2min
May 15, 2018Aggretsuko – Aggressive Retsuko is helping me learn Japanese
The special guest on episode 6 of the jaPODCAST is Ayana Wyse. An American living and working in Japan. In this episode, I’ll be chatting with Ayana about her experiences in Japan as young professional and expat from the United States.
http://jamaipanese.com/podcast-player/18402/japodcast-6-interview-ayana-life-japan-expat.mp3
Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 1:01:21
Intro
How long have you resided in Japan? Have you lived in the same area all that time?
Was it hard to settle? To meet new people? Get comfortable in your new job, community etc?
What’s the best part of living in Japan?
What’s the most difficult part of living in Japan?
Any advice for other young professionals aiming to move to Japan in the near future?
It is the start of a new year! What are some of your Japan-related goals for 2017?
You recently invited me to a Facebook group called “Black Creatives Japan” what is the creative scene like in your area in Japan?
Can you explain your Facebook group and why you created it?
Conclusion
Find Ayana as @Yana_Yz on Twitter and Instagram. Purrcy can be found on Instagram @PositionsofPurrcy
Tweet me @Jamaipanese or leave a comment below with your thoughts on the episode!
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1h 2min
January 09, 2017 jaPODCAST – 6: Interview: Ayana on Expat life in Japan
The special guest on episode 6 of the jaPODCAST is Ayana Wyse. An American living and working in Japan. In this episode, I’ll be chatting with Ayana about her experiences in Japan as young professional and expat from the United States. Intro How long have you resided in Japan? Have you lived in the same area…
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1h 2min

FAQs about jaPODCAST:

How many episodes does jaPODCAST have?

The podcast currently has 16 episodes available.