Naoness: The Power of Connection Naoko x Naoko

Join us as we celebrate Naoko's birthday and delve into the profound benefits of meditation. In today's episode, we explore how meditation can transform your life, offering insights and techniques to enhance your well-being. Let's dive in and discover the power of mindfulness and inner peace. Happy Birthday Naoko!




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We welcome back Monica from Ep. 49 to talk a little about Japanese pop culture in the realm of reality TV. Ultimately, we talk about how cyberbullying knows no international boundaries and how we can build healthy habits around media literacy. We end on a happy note of Japanese Girl's Day celebrated on March 3 every year.


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We kick off our conversation by sharing our 'word for the year,' a concept inspired by a career coach. The idea is to think about one word that can keep us grounded, focused, and have a profound impact throughout the coming year, as opposed to setting up often intangible and unachievable hefty resolutions. We then delve into our thoughts on Course 1 of the UC Berkeley-based Othering & Belonging Institute.




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Naoness is thrilled to host a special guest, Monica, in our first recording of 2024! We met Monica over 30 years ago, but didn't keep in touch per se until recently. It's extraordinary to revisit some time capsule moments, picking up right where we left off in junior high school. In this episode, we dive into Monica's journey—from her impactful work in social services at a mental health clinic to the unexpected joys of Japanese octopus jerky. Our focus is on the life and mind of Monica, who found herself thrust into a city metropolis for two crucial years during her adolescence. Tune-in for a captivating conversation that explores the myriad experiences that have shaped Monica's unique perspective on life.




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This marks our final episode of the year! We want to extend our gratitude to the many listeners who discovered us for the first time, as well as those who continue to join our conversations. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, from the debate between gas and electric stoves to various holiday traditions. We also discuss our favorite books and highlight authors who are on our bucket list for early next year—especially AAPI community writers and activists.

Offer Up

Andersen Bakery

Thomas Keller's shortbread and chocolate chip cookie recipes

Othering & Belonging Institute (OBI) & OBI University courses (Fundamentals of Bridging and more)

The Next American Revolution: Sustainable Activism for the Twenty-First Century by Grace Lee Boggs

We Do This 'Til We Free Us: Abolitionist Organizing and Transformative Justice by Mariame Kaba

What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing Complex Trauma by Stephanie Foo

When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön

No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering by Thich Nhat Hanh

Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Hanh

Time 2023 Person of the Year

Barbie (2023)

RENAISSANCE, a film by Beyoncé

Japanese Traditions: Joya no kane; Ozoni; Toshi koshi soba; Pajeon / Chijimi; Matsumaezuke; Oshiruko

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F


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We remain focused on cultivating life intentions that foster environments of belonging. With a dedication to learning, we're excited to share our thoughts on a free online course provided by the Othering and Belonging Institute (OBI University). As fall comfort food and Thanksgiving approaches, we're thrilled to engage in an exciting discussion about Japanese curry too!





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