Just Asia

Kevin O'Shea
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International educator and podcaster, Kevin O’Shea brings you some interesting takes on a long life living abroad in Asia. The Just Asia Podcast profiles fascinating expats living across Asia doing amazing things. He talks to people in Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia and more. Listen to their stories and be inspired by the lives they lead. © Kevin O'Shea 2023

  1. Just Asia - 30: Chikara Ishi 力石 - Stone Lifting in Japan with David Dunlap

    11/25/2023

    Just Asia - 30: Chikara Ishi 力石 - Stone Lifting in Japan with David Dunlap

    Have you ever heard of Chikara Ishi 力石  or Strength Stones in Japan? Probably not. Kevin chats with Osaka-based strength athlete, David Dunlap about the history of stone lifting in Japan. Now, an almost lost sport, Chikara Ishi was once renowned and revered around Japan. Today,  strength athletes such as David and the World’s Strongest Man, Martins Licis are trying to put the sport back on the map in Japan. Learn more about this fascinating piece of Japanese history. Follow David on YouTube (Nobei Power): https://www.youtube.com/@nonbei_power Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonbei.power Check out the Strength Unknown video with Martins Licis and David: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CEjK9haKSQ Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin

    46 min

  2. 11/16/2023

    Just Asia - 29: Live-streaming Japan with Dave in Osaka

    We are back with another fantastic conversation about Japan. Kevin chats with Dave in Osaka, one of the original Japan live-streamers. If you’re interested in seeing Maiko in Kyoto or festivals throughout Japan, Dave’s YouTube and Twitter are the places to be. He started back in the days of Periscope and continues to create great content with amazing cultural and travel connections.  Follow Dave in Osaka: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaveInOsaka YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveinOsaka Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin

    51 min

  3. 10/23/2023

    Just Asia Podcast - 28: Photographing Korea at Night with Noe Alonzo

    In this episode, we chat with Korea-based photographer Noe Alonzo. Over the years Noe has established himself as a talented photographer, capturing the the urban areas of South Korea and Japan at night. He talks about his content creation journey and how he took photography from being a hobby to a professional endeavor.  Noe shares his experiences and talks about how creators can evolve in what they do.  Check out my other podcast, the Supernatural Japan Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/supernatural-japan/id1616675498 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin  Follow Noe Alonzo: Website: https://noealz.com/ X: https://twitter.com/noealz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noealz

    48 min

  4. 10/15/2023

    Just Asia - 27: Long-term Expat in Japan - The Return of Mully

    In this episode, Kevin chats with Jim Mullins, aka, Mully. Jim has called Japan home for 32 years and appeared on the Just Japan Podcast more than 20 times. Kevin and Jim catch up on life and talk about Jim’s years as a content creator in Japan. They also chat about what has kept Mully in Japan for so long and even about his Podcast, the Mully’s Place Podcast. Check out Kevin's (and FOLLOW) other Podcast, the Supernatural Japan Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/supernatural-japan/id1616675498 Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin  Mully’s Place Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/mullys-place-podcast/id1479333848?l=en-US

    53 min
  5. Just Asia - 26: Street Photography in Japan with Victor Gonzalez

    09/29/2023

    Just Asia - 26: Street Photography in Japan with Victor Gonzalez

    In this episode, Kevin chats with Tokyo-based street photographer Victor Gonzalez. Victor's Frame of Travel Instagram and other social media sites highlight his amazing street and night photography in Japan. Victor is also well-known amongst the Japan spat community for his years of epic Mt. Fuji “Sea to Summit” climbs. He was on an original Just Japan Podcast episode talking about that very topic. Kevin and Victor even have a chance to talk Pokemon, Pokemon cards, and this year’s Pokemon World Championships which took place in Yokohama, Japan.  Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin  Victor’s social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frameoftravel/ Threads: https://threads.net/frameoftravel

    29 min
  6. Just Asia - 25: Exploring Japan on Foot with Kevin Tarpey

    09/22/2023

    Just Asia - 25: Exploring Japan on Foot with Kevin Tarpey

    In this episode, we chat with Kevin Tarpey, an American expat living in rural Shimane Prefecture, Japan. Kevin spends a great deal of his time looking at Japan through a different lens than most. He walks and hikes all over his region. Last year he even completed the 88 Temple Pilgrimage across the Island of Shikoku all on foot. Kevin is an insightful and reflective walker who also shares his explorations in a local Japanese newspaper. You can see some of the amazing nature and historical sites Kevin comes across on his walks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegreenhoof/ Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin  Listen to Kevin's epic tale of his 88 Temples Pilgrimage on the Supernatural Japan Podcast: Supernatural Japan - Episode 7: The 88 Temples Pilgrimage - Part 1 (with Kevin Tarpey) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supernatural-japan-episode-7-the-88-temples/id1616675498?i=1000560748349 Supernatural Japan - Episode 8: The 88 Temples Pilgrimage - Part 2 (with Kevin Tarpey) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supernatural-japan-episode-8-the-88-temples/id1616675498?i=1000563007606

    49 min
  7. Just Asia - 24: Chasing Typhoons with James Reynolds

    09/13/2023

    Just Asia - 24: Chasing Typhoons with James Reynolds

    In this episode, Kevin chats with extreme weather videographer and content creator, James Reynolds. James is based in Tokyo, Japan and has a rather unusual profession. He travels around Asia, getting in front of typhoons, capturing them on video, documenting the storms and their aftermaths. He was most recently in both Hong Kong and Taiwan in the fray with recent storms. James shares his amazing footage and experiences on Twitter (X), Instagram and YouTube as @earthuncutTV. This is a truly exciting conversation!  Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin  Follow James Reynolds on social media: (X) - Twitter: https://twitter.com/EarthUncutTV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthuncuttv/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthUncutTV

    52 min

  8. 09/06/2023

    Just Asia - 23: Life in Bali and Getting Outdoors with Kenny Peavy

    In this episode, Indonesia-based to we chat with Bali, Indonesia-based Kenny Peavy. Kenny is a passionate advocate for outdoor learning and play. He currently works at the famed Green School Bali and has spent more than 20 years living in Asia. Kenny discusses his advocacy work with connecting children to the outdoors and chats about what it's like to live in Bali. Many of us only know of Bali as a holiday destination so it's fascinating to hear what it's actually like to live there! Follow the Podcast on social media: Join the AWESOME GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadForMaple Instagram (travel and life): https://instagram.com/jlandkev Instagram (nature stuff): https://instagram.com/shizenwildlife YouTube: http://youtube.com/@busankevin  Follow Kenny on Social Media: Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/kenny_peavy Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-peavy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boxpeopleunboxed Nature Talks Podcast - 11: Outdoor Learning with Kenny Peavy https://podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/nature-talks-podcast-11-outdoor-learning-with-kenny-peavy/id1579829311?i=1000574749350 Nature Talks Podcast - 19: Taking Action with Kenny Peavy https://podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/nature-talks-podcast-19-taking-action-with-kenny-peavy/id1579829311?i=1000601566618

    39 min
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International educator and podcaster, Kevin O’Shea brings you some interesting takes on a long life living abroad in Asia. The Just Asia Podcast profiles fascinating expats living across Asia doing amazing things. He talks to people in Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia and more. Listen to their stories and be inspired by the lives they lead. © Kevin O'Shea 2023

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