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Laughs, Not Likes | Yogesh Gawas | Clever Hybrids S7E5

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - May 09, 2024 12:19 - 21 minutes
Comedy is thriving... in Germany!? Get ready to hear how Yogesh, an Indian comedian in Germany, uses his engineering background to turn tweaking his sets into an ongoing experiment. __________  Follow Yogesh on TikTok  and Instagram Hosted by Gaby Van Horn (GabyV) Produced and Edited by Cro...

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Core Human Skills | Mel Liu | Clever Hybrids S7E4

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - April 11, 2024 09:40 - 19 minutes
A life that looks better than it feels isn't your only option! Mel Liu shares invaluable insights on core human skills and fostering cultural sensitivity in coaching. But insights are nothing without practical tips. Mel also shares how to process emotions, navigate career changes, and build heal...

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We're Reaching Dads! : Social proof from a listener that we've helped! Episode 27

Dad Club Japan - April 09, 2024 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Duncan and Joel discuss a Dads get - together (piss up) where they find out they've reached real listeners and have actually helped them! Further promises are made to connect with Dads on Instagram at Dad Club Japan.  We aim to connect with fathers here in Japan and everywhere!   As Dads we al...

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What Do You Value? An attempt to define what's important: March 2024, Episode 26

Dad Club Japan - March 18, 2024 14:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Joel poses a question to Duncan in this episode: What are your values?  Joel tries to explain what he defines as 'values', and gives an example of what one of his values is.  He then admits that although his value is defined, he has found recently that he is not living out his value in the wa...

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A Creator and His Audience | Khalid Birdsong | Clever Hybrids S7E3

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - March 14, 2024 18:12 - 29 minutes
Imagine moving to a small town in Japan before Skype or WhatsApp...as a tall African American man! Khalid Birdsong shared the good, the bad, and the ugly of his experience living in Japan in his comic strip 'Fried Chicken and Sushi' for 4 straight years! As a content creator who's been around ...

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Threads of Identity | Christian Manley | Clever Hybrids S7E2

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - February 08, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes
Christian Manley, a British American sinophile, unveils the mysteries of his unique Chinese name and the cultural intricacies that shaped his life.    From the amusing tales of mispronounced words to the profound impact of Sima Qian's legacy, Christian's narrative weaves a rich tapestry of lan...

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Regrets and Restrictions: Recounting the holidays and talking discipline, ep. 25

Dad Club Japan - January 31, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Duncan discusses his experience back in the UK during the Christmas/New Years holidays. Although a mostly positive experience, aware that he did a brilliant job at keeping everyone happy but he expresses some regret at not being in the moment, and talking more in depth with his family members. ...

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Wings on Wheels | Myles Delfin | Clever Hybrids S7E1

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - January 11, 2024 19:51 - 30 minutes
Discover the inspiring story of Bike Scouts in Manila as GabyV interviews founder Myles Delfin. Witness the organization's growth over the last decade and its impactful use of bicycles for communication and aid delivery in disaster-affected areas. _____________________ Follow Bike Scouts on Fac...

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2023 Gratitude Episode with Duncan and Joel: Ep. 24

Dad Club Japan - December 26, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
As the end of the calendar year approaches, Duncan and Joel look back at 2023 and assess what they are grateful for. We're grateful to you for listening and we would really appreciate some feedback on this episode or any other episode. Thanks as always, and hope to hear from you! Peace and Lo...

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Chaos to Comfort | Ramy Ibrahim | Clever Hybrids S6E12

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - December 14, 2023 15:44 - 18 minutes
From experiencing deportation during the Ethiopia-Eritrea war to adapting to life in a new country, Ramy shares his multilingual background, cultural shocks, and determination.  His experience has led him to become a pivotal figure in aiding unaccompanied minors as they navigate the complexities...

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Ben O' Dell On The Ten Year Journey to Make 'Radical'

Highly Relevant with Jack Rico - December 06, 2023 17:15 - 43 minutes ★★★★ - 44 ratings
Producer and CEO of 3Pas Studios, Ben O'Dell, is our guest this week. He shares the fascinating story behind his critically acclaimed new film 'Radical,' starring Eugenio Derbez. The film centers on a gifted but disadvantaged group of students in Mexico whose lives are transformed by an unconven...

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Ben Odell On The Ten Year Journey to Make 'Radical'

Highly Relevant with Jack Rico - December 06, 2023 17:15 - 43 minutes ★★★★ - 44 ratings
Producer and CEO of 3Pas Studios, Ben Odell, is our guest this week. He shares the fascinating story behind his critically acclaimed new film 'Radical,' starring Eugenio Derbez. The film centers on a gifted but disadvantaged group of students in Mexico whose lives are transformed by an unconvent...

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Coming to an End: Duncan and Joel Discuss Joel's 3.5 months in Canada with his son Ep.23

Dad Club Japan - November 27, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
In what will be the final episode recorded in Canada, Duncan questions Joel on his last month in Canada. Discussed are the lessons learned for Joel trying trying to integrate him and his son into Canadian life and how things might have gone differently if there were more time, and the experience...

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Director Angel Gracia Talks "How The Gringo Stole Christmas"

Highly Relevant with Jack Rico - November 21, 2023 22:36 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 44 ratings
'How the Gringo Stole Christmas' is one of only a handful of Latino-centered holiday films ever made. This week, its director, Venezuelan-American Angel Gracia, joins the show to discuss this pressing question: Why are Latino holiday movies so rare? Plus, we discuss his rich three-decade journey...

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Reclaim Your Roots | Ana Rosa de Lima | Clever Hybrids S6E11

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - November 09, 2023 13:18 - 17 minutes
Ana Rosa de Lima shares her journey of nurturing indigenous resilience, from her roots in the diverse biomes of Brazil to her work with Meli Bees in Germany.  Ana and her team are empowering indigenous communities through sustainable beekeeping initiatives and food sovereignty programs. These o...

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S6E10: Cooking Green, Shopping Smart | Geetha Jayaraman | Clever Hybrids

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - October 12, 2023 15:00 - 24 minutes
Eating healthy filling meals doesn't have to be expensive! Geetha Jayaraman, the founder of CPG business, Spoon and Sprout based in Houston, Texas, shares insights on sustainability, budget-friendly nutrition, and the challenges of running a business in the food industry. ______________________...

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Home and Abroad: Joel&Duncan discuss Parenting and Differences outside Japan. Ep.22

Dad Club Japan - September 26, 2023 16:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Joel joins the conversation from Canada, while Duncan is in Japan posing some great questions about the parenting experience outside Japan. Some action for YOU, the listener to take.... >Be sure to subscribe to the podcast! >Leave a review! >Email Joel with any specific requests, ideas, commen...

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S6E9: Shattering the Mold | Yovana Rosales | Clever Hybrids

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - September 14, 2023 17:59 - 25 minutes
Explore the rich tapestry of Latino identity in this episode of Clever Hybrids, where GabyV engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Yovana Rosales. Uncover the complexities of being American and Latino, from code-switching in the workplace to the importance of unity within the Latino co...

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Gustavo Santaolalla: Crafting the Soundtrack of a Latino Generation

Highly Relevant with Jack Rico - September 11, 2023 21:20 - 31 minutes ★★★★ - 44 ratings
Legendary music producer Gustavo Santaolalla has crafted the soundtrack to Rock En Español, producing career-defining albums for Café Tacvba, Molotov, Juanes, and many more. He is one of only three composers to win consecutive Academy Awards for Best Original Score for Brokeback Mountain and Bab...

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Going Home: Celebrations and Challenges Episode 21

Dad Club Japan - August 12, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Hello to all you amazing Dads (and others)! In this episode... Joel and Duncan discuss Joel's trip home to Canada. Duncan asks about Joel's motives for his 3.5 month visit: >to have his son go to primary school in Canada for 3 months >to celebrate the life of Joel's mother who passed on in M...

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S6E8: Laughing Between Languages | Brad Klein CODA Comedian | Clever Hybrids Bilingual Podcast

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - August 10, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes
Join CODA comedian Brad Klein as he navigates the hilarious and heartwarming intersection of Deaf culture, comedy, and his own unique experiences as a Child of Deaf Adults. Discover the diverse world of sign languages, the importance of captioning, and the joys of blending two languages in this ...

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Japanese/British Super Guy Jamie: A Deep Dive into Bicultural Identity - Episode 20

Dad Club Japan - July 26, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
This episode is gold!  Must listen content right here! If you're a father of a mixed/bicultural/half Japanese, half whatever nationality you are, then this episode will resonate deeply with you! Duncan found our latest guest - Jamie - recently at a language school here in Fukuoka. Jamie is mi...

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S6E7: Embracing AI as an Ally | Sarah Hopkinson | Clever Hybrids Bilingual Life

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - July 13, 2023 06:21 - 22 minutes
Explore Sarah's incredible journey, from studying French and linguistics to navigating the challenges of Brexit, and discover how she has harnessed the power of AI as an invaluable ally in her work.     Follow Sarah on  LinkedIn  or Instagram  Her website: https://copyhop.co/ _______________...

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Special Episode: Fathers Day 2023! Duncan and Joel Talk Dad stuff on Dad's Day, Episode 19

Dad Club Japan - June 25, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
It's the most awesome day of the year for Dads: Fathers Day!! After a an exciting evening of the June edition of the Dads Club Social (held once a month in Fukuoka), Duncan and Joel get together in the Record Room to record a fathers day episode. Be sure to listen carefully as Duncan announces...

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Monsieur Periné Talks 'Bolero Apocaliptico' and White Identity in Latin Music

Highly Relevant with Jack Rico - June 12, 2023 00:39 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 44 ratings
This week, renowned Colombian band Monsieur Periné joins the show to discuss their latest release, 'Bolero Apocaliptico'. We interview them about the evolution of their musical style, how they challenge traditional love narratives, and the influence of Afro-Colombian roots on their work. The con...

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S6E6: Expat to Expert | James Culver | Clever Hybrids Bilingual Life

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - June 08, 2023 09:19 - 26 minutes
 In this episode, we dive into the fascinating story of James Culver Jr., an African American ex-pat who has spent over 20 years in Germany! Join us as James discusses the challenges and rewards of being bilingual and bicultural, and how he transitioned from an English trainer to a skilled corpo...

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Teaching From Experience: Parenting lessons learnt from parents - Episode 18

Dad Club Japan - May 21, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Duncan and Ken continue their conversation in an extended recording session (hence Pt.2) where our guest reveals how he learnt his style of parenting from his own parents.  They also discuss how to balance discipline duties with the mothers of their children and the difficult issue of limiting ...

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Fathering From Afar: Reflections of a Dad after an emotional first trip to visit his daughters living abroad, Ep. 17

Dad Club Japan - May 21, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Duncan sits down with Ken, a Japanese Dad whose young daughters moved to the U.K 8 months ago.  They discuss how his recent trip to visit them went, the changes he noticed in them and how he and his ex-wife came to the decision for their children to move away from Japan.  This is Part 1 of the...

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S6E5: Language Learning: Tough Love Edition | Debbie Mertiris | Clever Hybrids Bilingual Life

Clever Hybrids with GabyV - May 11, 2023 08:34 - 18 minutes
Debbie Mertiris is a bilingual and bicultural English coach who's also a first-gen Australian Greek. Learn how she navigated the cultural shock of moving back to Greece and ditched the ex-pat bubble to immerse herself in the local culture.  This episode is also a "Tough Love Edition" as Debbie ...

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Mourning a Mother: Joel discusses the death of his Mother with Duncan : Episode 16

Dad Club Japan - April 24, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
After returning from Canada, Joel talks with Duncan about the death of Joel's mother. We are, after all, the sons of our mothers, and we wouldn't exist as humans, let alone dads, without the gift of life from our mothers (and fathers). Grief, acceptance, connection, love and laughs are wrapped...

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