Dr. Greg Story

Towards the end of this interview, Dr. Greg Story shares his fascinating observations about life in Japan, however at the beginning he informs us about a course that Warren Buffett took that not only changed his life, but changed the world as well. It’s all within the next, colorful, 21-fast-moving-minutes.

Get updates via Kong’s Facebook site: http://www.facebook.com/KamasamiKongFanPage?fref=ts

Brides of the World

Dr. Sena Vafa

Within 15-minutes hear Dr. Sena Vafa tell us all about Japan’s newest global beauty pageant Brides of the World. This upscale event will be held June 29th at Hollywood Hall in Roppongi Hills (Click for map). Listen for complete details.

Kamasami Kong

Independant film and video producer Aaron Walker is looking for 2 people in Japan to be in a TV show he’s producing about roller coasters in this country. The program will be on the Travel Channel and will be seen in more than 60 countries worldwide. Listen to this short interview to hear how you might be chosen.

Along the way, we also talk about cameras and video equipment and Aaron introduces a rapper who goes by the name SHO that he he discovered on the streets of Shibuya.

Email: aaron@aaronwalker.com

SHO’s Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SHO-aka-STIME/516726528351360?fref=ts

Machina

Listen and let it rock!

Lisa Wallin, Mathinus Van Schalkwyk, Ambassador Mohau N. Pheko, Kong

We were truly amazed to hear about all the interesting things happening between Japan and South Africa, and in this interview, you’ll hear the South African Ambassador to Japan, the honorable Mohau N. Pheko and her ministers of tourism tell us about some of their experiences in Tokyo and about some of the fascinating things you can discover in South Africa.  Relax, listen and allow your mind to go on an imaginary safari…

Film Making

Bruce Nachbar

If you’ve ever considered getting into the film business, this is a podcast you need to hear as Hollywood film producer/director Bruce Nachbar tells us about his upcoming 2-day fim workshops on June 15th and 16th. Mr. Nachbar is currently based in Tokyo, but in the past has worked on the TV series ‘THE WONDER YEARS”  and “PARTY OF FIVE.” Among many other fascinating facts about film making, you’ll also hear how he was -personally- interviewed by Steve Jobs to become the Production Manager for the Pixar film “MONSTERS INC.”

FILM PRODUCTION WORKSHOP FROM SCRIPT TO SCREEN: http://www.outtabrooklyn.com/index.html

BRUCE NACHBAR CREDITS: http://www.mandy.com/home.cfm?c=nac009

Spring Day

Meet Tokyo Comedy Store comedian, Spring Day! In this short interview she tells us some unusual stories about her life in Japan, the things she likes and dislikes, and about her new one-man show.

Spring Day website: http://springdaycomedy.com

Spring Day Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/springday

L-to-R: Kong, Jeff, Taama, Christi, Lisa and Brian

Betcha didn’t know there are places in Tokyo where you can get fruit-flavored ramen. You hear about those places and about many of the other great ramen shops around Tokyo as our Editor-in-Chief Jeff Richards talks with ramen specialist Brian MacDuckston. Also in this extended edition, we’ll chat with freelance graphic artist Christi Rochin who was the winner of our cover art contest (left) and we’ll wind things up with our Editorial-Assistant, Lisa Wallin introducing her musical guest Taama of the Okinawa heavy rock group ROACH.

Facebook Links:

METROPOLIS: http://www.facebook.com/MetropolisMagazine?fref=ts

RAMEN ADVENTURES: http://www.ramenadventures.com/2011/02/best-ramen-in-tokyo-yamanote-version.html

Christi Rochin: http://www.facebook.com/missinverse?fref=ts

Taama of Roach: http://www.facebook.com/taama.roach?fref=ts

Lisa Wallin: http://www.facebook.com/ichigoichielove?fref=ts

Jeff Richards: http://www.facebook.com/jeffwrichards?fref=ts

Kamasami Kong: http://www.facebook.com/KamasamiKongFanPage?fref=ts

The Oakwood, Tokyo Midtown

If you’re planning a long term stay in Tokyo, listen to Martin Fluck Country Manager of Tokyo’s prestigious Oakwood describe the facilities, rooms and prices at his centrally located 5-star serviced apartments.

Link to Oakwood: http://www.oakwoodasia.com/tokyo/oakwood-tokyo.php

See video here: http://youtu.be/R70g0XBVGlc

Jeff Richards

Suji's BLT

Within 30-minutes hear Jeff Richards, Editor-in-Chief of METROPOLIS tell us about all the lastest goings on with Japan’s #1 English language magazine as we enjoy lunch at Suji’s in Roppongi. Zoom in on what Jeff had over on the right —->

Link to our Facebook site: http://www.facebook.com/MetropolisMagazine

Kyao of Sugar 'N' Spice

This rising, young, Japanese female rock star goes by the name of “Kyao” and wants to be the opening act for the Rolling Stones. She also told us that she created a song about and for super model Kate Moss in English. As you listen to this interview, you’ll hear that she has some very original thoughts about how she creates melodies for her songs, and she has some troubling thoughts about alcohol that might not go down well with all listeners. Nonetheless, she doesn’t hold back and answers all questions in a straight-forward manner.

Website: http://sugarnspice.jp/index.html

FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/sugarnspicejp

Steven Kim with Kong at Gabriella

Japan’s first Cinco de Mayo is now history, but it will also be a part of Japan’s future, according to event organizer Steven Kim. We caught up with Steven immediately after the big after-party attended by sponsors and representatives from many different North and South American Embassies. Hear details within this short 5-minute interview.

Link to event page (in Japanese): http://www.cincodemayo.jp/

Cinco de Mayo Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cincodemayojapan

Erik Reiff of DAG Music, Tokyo

If you have talent as a voice actor or singer, Erik Reiff of Tokyo’s DAG music has valuable information for you in this short, 11-minute interview.

DAG Music on Facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005226731006&fref=ts

Erik Reiff on FB: http://www.facebook.com/erik.reiff?fref=ts

If you have a friend who has talent as a singer, narrator or voice actor, use the SHARE button (below) to share with them.

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Singer/songwriter Greg Irwin tells us about his upcoming Broadway show with Donna Burke, Jeffrey Trambley and Hannah Grace Weakley at Tokyo American Club.

Greg Irwin: Facebook link

Going on NOW!

Today is the final day for the Tokyo Bar Show here in Tokyo. Five-thousand yen get’s you a full-day pass and gives you the opportunity to sample some of Japan’s finest whisky’s along with all kinds of other spirits from around the world.

In this short interview, Jeff Richards, Editor-in-Chief of METROPOLIS magazine and Kyle Hedlund, Managing Director of JapanTourist report ‘live’ about what’s going on at this annual event.

Link & Map: http://tokyobarshow.com/2013/indexE.html

Don, Kaleb, Jeff and Kong

This past Friday night we took our microphones to a prestigious showroom in the Ginza district of Tokyo to do our podcast in front of a ‘live’ audience.

Joining our panel is Jeff Richards, Editor-in-Chief of METROPOLISmagazine, Don Morton, Film Critic, Kaleb James, Musician, Joseph Tame, Tech fan, Kyle Hedlund, Managing Director of the JapanTourist website and Yeo Inhyeok, YouTube artist.

Representing our sponsor for this ‘live’ event was Michael DiStasio, Country Manager, Japan: Antelope Audio

Sponsored by Antelope Audio: http://www.antelopeaudio.com/jp

Don, Kaleb, Jeff and Kong

This past Friday night we took our microphones to a prestigious showroom in the Ginza district of Tokyo to do our podcast in front of a ‘live’ audience.

Joining our panel is Jeff Richards, Editor-in-Chief of METROPOLIS magazine, Don Morton, Film Critic, Kaleb James, Musician, Joseph Tame, Tech fan, Kyle Hedlund, Managing Director of the JapanTourist website and Yeo Inhyeok, YouTube artist.

Representing our sponsor for this ‘live’ event was Michael DiStasio, Country Manager, Japan: Antelope Audio

Sponsored by Antelope Audio: http://www.antelopeaudio.com/jp

Elise, Kong, Lisa and Kaleb

Will Kim Yung Un send missiles to South Korea? Will Caroline Kennedy be appointed the next US Ambassador to Japan? Tarot card reader Elise answers these and all of your questions from Facebook in this edition of the Tokyo MetPod.

Website: http://star-tarot.net/