Beste Geisha podcaster (2024)

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Theater & Improv in Japan...Chat with Michael Naishtut 54:02

1+ y ago54:02

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I met Michael when I was living in Japan- we have worked on lots of projects together, including voice acting for the classic video game, Shenmue. So I brought him on my podcast to talk about living & working in Tokyo, as well as the world of theater of improv....something he knows a lot about, as you will find out when you listen to the episode!…

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Chat w/Chris -Wilkerson Fam Pt 2 47:08

1+ y ago47:08

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In this episode, I continue the Wilkerson Japan stories by getting my brother, Chris, on to talk about his fond memories of growing up a TCK.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Chat w/ Mom 31:09

1+ y ago31:09

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The Blonde Geisha all started with this woman...my mother. So while I was making a trip to South Carolina to visit her, I decided to have her on my podcast to get her thoughts on living in Japan, working in Japan, and raising a family in Japan. So enjoy!Av LISLE WILKERSON

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CAJ Reunion TCK Chat 46:28

2y ago46:28

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This weekend I had the wonderful opportunity to connect with some of the amazing alumni from Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ), the international school in Tokyo where I spent my high school years. Such food for the soul to be among people of all ages who understand the joy and pain of being a TCK. So I decided to sit down with two good friends of m…

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Chat w/Baraa..crossing cultures through pop culture 1:02:43

2y ago1:02:43

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I first met Baraa when I was a guest at the first ever Saudi Arabia Comic Con in 2017. And since then he has become one of my favorite people in the world. Baraa is one of the most sought after bilingual (Arabic/English) event MCs. And I recently worked with him in Muscat, Oman so of course I took the opportunity to interview him about life, work, …

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Lost In Interpretation 24:55

2y ago24:55

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No, just because you speak some Japanese doesn't mean you are qualified to interpret...in this episode I talk about some of the interesting...sometimes amusing...sometimes frustrating things that I deal with all the time as an interpreter.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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"Con Life" w/ Darrel Guilbeau 36:20

2y ago36:20

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Darrel is one of my favorite people in the world. We first met at an anime convention where we were both voice actor guests...we were both just starting to do conventions, so we instantly clicked. And when I get a chance to appear at an event with Darrel, I know it will be a great weekend:)Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Ain't That The Life.. 27:10

2y ago27:10

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Yep, it's the end of another year...time to reflect...be grateful...laugh at all the crazy. Ain't That The Life!Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Shenmue & Tokyo Talk w/ Eric Kelso 37:18

2y ago37:18

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I am in Atlanta right now with one of my favorite people, Eric Kelso. We have worked together on various voice acting projects, including Sega's Virtual Fighter (I am the voice of Sarah Bryant, and Eric plays the voice of Sarah's brother, Jacky Bryant). We also worked together on Sega's Shenmue, which has one of the most amazing fan bases I have ev…

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Engrish time, Happy time 28:09

2y ago28:09

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Yep. I couldn't resist. I just love talking about Engrish!:)Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Wilkerson Magic (Chaos) 23:15

2y ago23:15

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What can I say...it's a thing. And off I go to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to sprinkle some of my Wilkerson Magic dust!Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Silent Quitting 24:58

2y ago24:58

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Ok, mini rant...in this episode I talk a bit about this new "work trend", and why it is kinda driving me crazy.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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My Favorite Things 26:18

2y ago26:18

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These are a few of my favorite things....Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Mo Music, Mo Life 33:56

2+ y ago33:56

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What can I say... I live, eat, breathe, love music! This is one (of many to come!) tributes to music and how big of a part it has played in my life over the years.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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A Translating Ninja 31:07

2+ y ago31:07

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You're probably thinking "HUH?!? What's translating got to do with ninjas??" In this episode I explain my "translating ninja" theory as well as talk about some of my experiences as an interpreter/translator.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Sushi Everyday...And Other Misconceptions 27:25

2+ y ago27:25

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Wait...what??? Japanese don't eat sushi every day? Sigh...yes...in this episode I talk about some of the funny & interesting cultural misconceptions I have run into over the years. Brace yourself...Av LISLE WILKERSON

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My Japan Summer 23:54

2+ y ago23:54

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Summer in Japan was such a magical time for me as a kid...in this episode I talk about some of my favorite summer sights, sounds, and smells.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Interview with St. Paul Peterson- His incredible musical journey with & after Prince 28:51

2+ y ago28:51

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Now everyone that knows me knows how much I adore Prince and everything and anything having to do with his Purple highness. In this episode I get the wonderful opportunity to interview St. Paul Peterson, who was discovered by Prince at the age of 17. He also went on to front The Family, one of many side projects for Prince. You may know The Family …

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BFFs ...Linda desu! 45:11

2+ y ago45:11

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Once upon a time in the streets of Tokyo a 5"10 blonde geisha met her match in a 5'10" raven haired beauty who was born in South Dakota and then lived most of her life in China...even though they had quite different backgrounds, they immediately connected and knew they would have a lifetime of fun and crazy expereriences. And that continues to this…

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My Younger Self 20:01

2+ y ago20:01

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This time of the year is full of commencement speeches and advice for all the wonderful graduates that are getting ready to conquer the world. And as I reflect on when I was getting ready to gradate from high school, I have been asking myself this question a lot...What advice would you give your younger self?…

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Musings of the Blonde Geisha 24:45

2+ y ago24:45

24:45

Just random thoughts going through my head on Marvel, the cult of personality, and my tv show obsessions.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Engrish Please! 26:56

2+ y ago26:56

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I LOVE Engrish! I believe that Engrish is the gift that keeps on giving...everywhere you look, whatever you do...you will always find Engrish in Japan. Here are a few of my favorite Engrish stories:)Av LISLE WILKERSON

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LOVE JAPAN FOR LIFE- Interview with Alec Chan 32:09

2+ y ago32:09

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Hey guys, so here it is! First podcast interview! And joining me for the interview is Alec Chan, the founder of one of my favorite sites, LOVE JAPAN FOR LIFE. We talk about being growing up stuck between two different cultures, as well as how he discovered his love for travel and Japan.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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Interviews- The Fab and The Fails Pt 1 24:41

2+ y ago24:41

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One of my favorite jobs is interviewing people. You just never know what will happen in an interview! Sometimes it's fab...sometimes not so much.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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3.11. I'll Never Forget 23:43

2+ y ago23:43

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Many of us remember where we were and what we were doing on March 3, 2011, when we watched as the Tōhoku Earthquake and Tsunami did its destruction to Northern Japan. This is my story of that event.Av LISLE WILKERSON

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My J-Pop Culture 26:36

3y ago26:36

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As a TCK, I have a "hodge podge" of pop culture influences....some are from US/Western pop culture, but I also have been very influenced by a lot of Japanese pop culture. So in this episode I highlight a few of my childhood faves.Av LISLE WILKERSON