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Hello, students of the strange, and welcome to the Yokai University! We’re coming back from hiatus to share more fun facts and history about the world of Yokai in Japan. To commemorate our Yokai club reboot and the rerelease of The Little Mermaid this lesson is all about the origins of Amabie - a prophetic mer-monster. Thanks for joining this makeup lesson here on the podcast and be sure to enroll at the YU (subscribe) for more stories about Yokai on YouTube!
Welcome to the next episode of the travel talk "minicast": an abridged version of our Ko-Fi exclusive videocast. For this chat, we're in Wakayama talking about what kind of work we do that allows us to travel around the country. If you want to listen to the unedited episode and see more BTS and exclusive content, head over to our Ko-Fi page. Thank you for your support! https://ko-fi.com/blackvegantravels
We're taking the podcast on the road! Well, technically the Shinkansen, but you know what we mean. We're on our first business trip out in Hiroshima and thought it'd be nice to check-in. We'll talk about work, travel, and the process of moving into our first apartment out here!
Travel talk videocasts will be a Ko-Fi exclusive, so if you'd like some exclusive content and to show your support here's the link:
https://ko-fi.com/blackvegantravels
Join us as we sit down and have a chat with Paloma, an entrepreneur from Mexico who models while running multiple businesses out here in Japan. If you want to get in touch with Paloma for dog training services, 21st Century Revolution accessories, or Oxygen ethical jewelry, you can find her on these social media pages.
https://www.instagram.com/21stcr/
https://www.instagram.com/oxygen_jewelry_co/
https://www.instagram.com/paloma_tokyo/
https://www.facebook.com/internationaldogtrainingtokyo
For those looking to start or transition a business in Tokyo, head here:
https://www.seisakukikaku.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/bdc_tokyo/english/services/index.html
Today's guest is the author and nutritionist Leonore of Itadakihealthy! Join us as we talk about her cookbook, how she came to be a nutritionist in Japan, and a whole lot more.
Learn more about Leonore and Itadakihealthy here:
Itadakihealthy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itadakihealthy/
Itadakihealthy Website: https://linktr.ee/itadakihealthy
On our journey in Japan, we've met so many interesting people with interesting stories and we want to share that with you! In these interviews, we'll talk with these people and get their unique perspectives on life in Japan as ex-pats. Today's special guest is singer, songwriter, and Pokemon Master Imani J. We'll shape tips, tales, and more on this new adventure.
Learn more about Imani J and her music here:
Imani J Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imanijess/
Imani J Website: https://www.imanijmedia.com/
Imani J Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1gKSTMkuPWGtyg3ifjfNoX
What's up! It's been a while, but we're back on our bullsh!t!! This week we're talking about Japan's Golden Week holidays and why we've been MIA for a bit. So happy to be back at it and sharing stories and experiences in Japan with everyone. If there's anything you want to talk about or hear reach out by email, voice message (on Anchor), or DM (on socials). TTYL!
I never thought I'd be so happy to be in quarantine! Finally, the Japanese journey has begun and I'm kicking it off by sharing what it was like physically getting to Japan on flights, the immigration and customs procedures, what the Obon festival is, and a quick vegan airplane food review. Get ready for so much more magic to come your way and join me on this journey to Japan!
In this episode, I sit down with fashion designer and family Ontavia Roulette to discuss inspiration, travel, and how she's making waves in the world. It's my last interview before I head out to Japan and start my new adventure there! Definitely stick around to the end of the episode for more details on that and to hear what's next for BVT. If you'd like to hear my guest episode on the Atelier 1121 podcast, you can find it linked below.
Atelier 1121: https://open.spotify.com/show/4snz0sUTcZ1uOYS4cStbj3
O. Roulette website: https://www.ontaviaroulette.com/
Sorry for the delay, but this episode is worth the wait! I got to sit down with KenNequea, a friend, creative, and teacher, to talk about her work as a healer in Hawai'i and her podcast Uncharted Melanin - on which I was honored to be a guest. I hope you like this extra special episode and find a new source of inspiration in her and her work. You can find links to her social media and her podcast down below.
Uncharted Melanin Podcast: https://anchor.fm/kennequea/episodes/Marrista---A-star-on-the-rise-e12fq5s
Social Links:
KenNequea Pegues (@uncharted_melanin) • Instagram photos and videos
KenNequea Pegues (@divinebeautifulme) • Instagram photos and videos
Kennequea Pegues (@thick_sis_yoga) • Instagram photos and videos
I originally started this podcast to chronicle my move and new career in Japa, but there have been a lot of roadblocks on that journey. In this episode, we discuss our goals, but also the latest update on what's happened with the move and how I accidentally manifested this trip to Ohio.
If your want to listen to my guest episode on Uncharted Melanin here's the link: https://anchor.fm/kennequea/episodes/Marrista---A-star-on-the-rise-e12fq5s
The Golden Key Download: https://goldenkey.gift/?rfsn=5496745.488e7b
For the 3-day beginner's guide to meditation go here: https://meditate.discoveringhiddengems.com/go
For the Divine feminine series go here: https://choprameditation.com/#
In this episode, I sit down with Cierra Avery, creator of The Magic Touch Massage in Cleveland. This traveling therapist shares how she's using her hands-on experience and revitalizing retreats to share healing with her community and, eventually, the world. I hope you enjoy this episode and get some inspiration for starting your own wellness journey. If you'd like to watch her Youtube, book a massage, or join a retreat you can head to her website themagictouchmassage.com
YT: The Fabulous Journey of Cierra Avery
IG: CierraAveryCMP
Hello wonderful people! Before going to Japan I decided to make a visit home to see my family and friends. In this episode, we talk to a local Cleveland Business owner (and my very best friend), Tameka, about starting a business from the ground up, what it's like being a young black woman with a business, and how she plans to help her community. I really hope you like this one.
If you want to learn more about MicCity Entertainment, you can find them on YouTube by the same name, on MicCityPB.com, or across social media as MicCityPB
In this episode, we talk Japanese, having a money mindset using Jen Sincero's You Are a Badass at Making Money, and the state of emergency in Japan. Join me for this neat little episode and learn something new.
I'm nearing the end of the finishing steps to begin quarantine in Japan and in this episode I share what that involves. From visa requirements to new restrictions, tuck into this travel-focused episode and get a few tips on how to proceed with your ALT work. Feel free to send an email with comments, questions, or stories to BlackVeganTravels@gmail.com
What's new in season 2?! It's time to share what we learned in the last 3 months and what our goals are for the next 3. Spoiler Alert: The blog from season one's career goal is up on WordPress! You can check out here: blackvegantravels711252353.wordpress.com
We've had a doozy of a time the past few weeks, and as we get ever closer to the move to Japan I share my experience of losing my passport in China and what's next on the Journey to Japan. Email your comments, questions, and stories to BlackVeganTravels@gmail.com to have them shared on the show!
We're only about a month away from the move to Japan! I've been thinking about how I prepare for international flights and what I bring with me. So, I'm sharing some airport food tips for vegans, how to make sure your in-flight meal fits your diet, and the top 7 items I bring with me on long flights. Thanks for joining me in another podcast and I hope these tips help you the next time you fly!
Be sure to send your questions, stories, and comments to blackvegantravels@gmail.com
A little late, but worth the wait! Welcome to 2021 and the first podcast of the year. In this episode, we talk about my top 5 goals for the year of the Ox, how I plan to achieve them, and how the Corona Virus is affecting the process of moving to Japan. Let me know what your goals are by shooting me an email and listen to the extended version of the podcast by heading over to Patreon.
In this month's episode, we dive into how to find vegan food in Japan, 3 easy zero-waste transitions, and what you can expect in an ALT second interview. Stick around for an educational episode and email me with your own tips, questions, and stories at blackvegantravels@gmail.com.
If you want more detail about the benefits of veganism and zero-waste or more specific topics discussed in the second interview, head over to Patreon to listen to extended-cut versions of the BVT Podcast.