Penlight Chronicles

Penlight Chronicles

By Join Hoshi, Maiko, and Zoe as we talk about STARTO Idols and share our thoughts and feelings with you.LeisureMusicHobbies
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Penlight Chronicles episodes

  • Ep. 35 - 4EVER 4U.!!!!| ふぉ〜ゆ〜 Debut Announcement

    Congratulations ふぉ〜ゆ〜!! This episode, we've got Jessie, a longtime 4U fan, joining us to scream about all things 4U! We're getting into their history, their journey, and (the biggest one) THE debut announcement at Budokan. Come learn about 4U with us, we promise it's worth it!



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    1 hr 15 min
  • Ep. 34 - Journey Through the Eras | Snow Man ON Concert Impressions

    Suno! ON! Zoe’s been waiting for this episode for a while. Join us as Hoshi and Maiko listen to Zoe scream about everything she loved about ON, and gasp when Hoshi & Maiko disagree. Listen and tell us, are you Team Zoe, Team Hoshi, or Team Maiko?



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    1 hr 9 min
  • Ep. 33 - We Are Arashi | Arashi’s (嵐) Final Concert

    It’s time. Penlight Chronicles is here to talk about 嵐 (Arashi). Join us as we reminisce over our first (and last) Arashi concerts, how the three of us felt about the livestreams, and all the fan love we received from fellow fans (like you!)



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    1 hr 23 min
  • Ep. 32 - Gotta Rock This Party | timelesz project -REAL-

    It’s been a while, but we’re back with a reaction to timelesz project -REAL- on Netflix! Steph is back to discuss what we thought about this documentary, timelesz’s growth, and how the members’ relationships with each other are changing. Come hear about what we think and let us know about what you think about timelesz’s journey!



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    1 hr 5 min
  • Ep. 31 - Just Kenty | Nakajima Kento

    I just Kenty, Love Kenty of my star! That’s right! Today is all about Nakajima Kento! Join us and our special guest, Steph, as we talk through Nakajima Kento’s history, current successes, and future aspirations.

    Take me! Kenty! love 100%



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    1 hr 12 min
  • Ep. 30 - One of a Kind | WEST. Yuiitsu Muni Album Impressions

    WEST. wants us to know that they’ve put out a truly unique album, but does Penlight Chronicles agree? This week, we’re talking about WEST.’s new album Yuitsu Muni. Join us as we debate the merits of their unit songs, learn some scandalous lyrics, and coo over adorable music videos.



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    50 min
  • Ep. 29 - Fashion Killa! | Ae! Group Runway Impressions

    Ae! Group’s second album Runway has left us with a lot of feels… well most of us. Join us this week as the three of us discuss the ups and downs of Ae! Group’s journey thus far, how we feel about this album, and the amount of whiplash each MV gave us. Leave us a comment, do you agree with us or not?



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    47 min
  • Ep. 28 - Podcast Inception | Travis Japan no Toramimi

    It’s Podcast-ception, Pod-ception? Anyway, today, Penlight Chronicles is talking about Travis Japan’s podcast on STARTO’s own streaming platform. With our special guest, we discuss Travis Japan’s new podcast, what we find interesting about the episodes, and their dynamic with each other. Have you listened yet?



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    44 min
  • Ep. 27 - Can Do! Can Go! | Juniors and Zessei

    We Can Do! We Can Go! If you know this song, then you know today PenKuro is talking about Juniors! With the release of Zessei, a Peerless Entertainment Magazine, Hoshi, Maiko, and Zoe dive into Juniors and what idol magazines bring to the table. Come and learn about our favourite type of print media together!



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    43 min
  • Ep. 26 - Happy Anni Omedetou | Penlight Chronicles Anniversary

    Happy Anni Omedetou! Can you believe it’s been a year? Today’s episode is us reminiscing over the past year and enjoying what’s to come in 2026. So what are you waiting for? Come and see what Penlight Chronicles has in store for 2026!



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com
    40 min

About Penlight Chronicles

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Just three friends chatting about STARTO Idols and sharing our thoughts and feelings. Often loud, sometimes unhinged, but always having fun.