We introduce a new segment, Life in London Snapshot (the name is still a work in progress…) We talk about how the UK government is dealing with the incredible backlog of NHS dental appointments. Then, we chat about unforeseen or unexpected consequences of moving to London (from Tokyo). Some good, some bad. #AskJoanna: If YOU … More #204: Unforeseen Consequences of Moving to London
I share my new daily obsession, and Joseph catches us up on how his new job is going. We then compare the living costs in Tokyo vs London across a number of categories: rent, groceries, energy, shopping, eating out, healthcare and more. #AskJoanna: If YOU have any questions about being in a mixed-race, culture, or … More #203: Living costs in Tokyo vs London
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Bonne Année! Akemashite omedetou! New year, new episode! Today we start off by talking about compromise and dealing with situations as a mixed vegan/non-vegan couple. We then go into the “meat” of the episode, sharing both subtle and obvious differences between apartments (or flats) in Tokyo and London. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Google Play ¦ Stitcher … More #148: Compromising As A Mixed-Diet Couple // Tokyo Vs. London Apartments
Joseph and I are coming up on our 1 year co-habitation (lol) anniversary, so today we are doing some reflection! We discuss rituals that work for us, lessons learned, adjustments we’ve made for each other, our financials, and more. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Google Play ¦ Stitcher BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS: Follow me on Instagram: @annawildman Tweet … More #130: One Year of Living Together – What We’ve Learned & How We Make It Work
Given that it’s beach season, this week we are taking a deep dive into Japan’s very specific beach culture. What do Japanese people wear to the beach? What do we drink and eat? What is the beach etiquette? Do Japanese people sunbathe? We also share one of our favorite vegan restaurants in Kamakura, and Joseph … More #129: Japanese Girls Wear Heels to the Beach?
Joseph and I are working from home together full time again this week! We chat about how that’s going, Japanese collectivism, our upcoming travel plans, and the outrageous YouTube ads we have been seeing lately. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Google Play ¦ Stitcher BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS: Follow me on Instagram: @annawildman Tweet at me: @wildmanna Email me: annanwildman@gmail.com … More #125: Appalling Japanese YouTube Ads
Joseph updates us on his leg rash, and I talk about the walk/run distance challenge I’m doing at my company. We also talk about our experiences dating in France, the States, and Japan, and theorize on why all of my relationships kept fizzling out in NYC. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Google Play ¦ Stitcher BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY … More #124: Dating Cultures – France vs. USA vs. Japan
Joseph and I talk about the strange encounter we recently had with a recycling lady. I also share a story of one of the most bizarre experiences of my life, where I ended up inviting in a stranger into my NYC apartment. Also, we’re trying a new, more structured format with added segments. Please let … More #123: That Time I Let A Stranger Into My Apartment…
Joseph and I talk about the things we find strange and sometimes paradoxical about Japan, as two people from western countries (France & the U.S.). Part 2 will be out next Friday! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Google Play ¦ Stitcher BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS: Follow me on Instagram: @annawildman Tweet at me: @wildmanna Email me: annanwildman@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/annawildman Join me … More #115: Japan’s Biggest Quirks (From Western POV) – Pt. 1
Joseph and I talk start off with a debriefing of how week 2 of quarantine is going. Then, we debunk the biggest stereotypes of Japanese people such as that Japanese people eat sushi everyday, they’re xenophobic, super polite, and read manga all the time. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ¦ Google Play ¦ Stitcher BECOME A PATRON: patreon.com/nobullpodcast MY SOCIAL LINKS:Follow … More #113: Do Japanese People Really Eat Sushi Everyday? Debunking Japanese Stereotypes