# join jason (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover join jason. Page: Feed: --- ## [170. Shinto](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/170-shinto) _2026-08-10 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Long before the arrival of Buddhism, Japan's spiritual traditions revolved around nature, ancestors, and countless kami. Join Jason and Paul as they take a closer look at the history and beliefs of Shinto. Topics Covered: History Kami Purification Rites of Passage Shrines Festivals The Creation Myth Join our Discord community! Become a member on Patreon! [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/6a5a7522b76af90d54338183/1784313154772/170.+Shinto.mp3) ## [169. Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku)](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/169-forest-bathing) _2026-07-27 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Can spending time in the forest actually improve your health and well-being? Join Jason and Paul as they take a closer look at the Japanese practice of forest bathing and why it has gained attention around the world. Topics Covered: Books on Asia Interview History The Practice The Science How/Where to Participate Kyoto In Sound Join our Discord community! Become a member on Patreon! [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/6a5a72c5a4550675304e6cad/1784312853576/169.+Forest+Bathing+%28Shinrin-Yoku%29.mp3) ## [Paul McCartney: Chaos and Creation in the Backyard, with Rob Collier](https://beforethestream.libsyn.com/paul-mccartney-chaos-and-creation-in-the-backyard-with-rob-collier) _2026-07-14 · Before The Stream_ Doctor Rob Collier is a Beatles/Paul McCartney scholar, an educator, composer, performer, and heck of a bass player. Some of his current projects are Beatles Bass Lines and a Patreon page for bass/music education Jason has listened to a lot of Radiohead and McCartney. The two friends have a thoughtful conversation about this 2005 album, where it fits in Paul's entire catalog, the impact of Nigel… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beforethestream/BTS_Rob_Chaos_July_2026_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=2042180) ## [168. School Life](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/168-school-life) _2026-07-13 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ What is it actually like to attend school in Japan? Join Jason and Paul as they examine everything from daily routines and school culture to uniforms, exams, and extracurricular activities. Topics Covered: Structure of Education System The Average School Day The School Year Join our Discord community! Become a member on Patreon! [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/6a34323a9dc1796826f8709b/1784312169663/168.+School+Life.mp3) ## [167. The City of Nagasaki](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/167-city-of-nagasaki) _2026-06-29 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ From hidden Christian history to international trade and atomic tragedy, Nagasaki has one of the most unique stories in Japan. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the history, culture, and modern atmosphere of this fascinating port city. Topics Covered: History Peace Park Nagasaki / Hypocenter Park / Atomic Bomb Museum Urakami Cathedral Sanno Shrine One-Legged Torii Gate Suwa Shrine Nagasaki… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/6a34309ab378d866d504f198/1781805242204/167.+The+City+of+Nagasaki.mp3) ## [166. Camping](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/166-camping) _2026-06-15 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ From lakeside campsites to mountain forests, Japan offers some incredible places to reconnect with nature. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the culture, scenery, and practical side of camping in Japan. Topics Covered: Is Camping Popular in Japan? When to Camp What are Campgrounds Like in Japan? Types of Camping Best Places to Camp Gear What to Eat Etiquette and Rules Join our Discord community!… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/6a09c5cc16fbc546b470feee/1781805142561/166.+Camping.mp3) ## [165. Themed Bars](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/165-themed-bars) _2026-06-01 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Japan’s nightlife is about more than just izakayas and whiskey bars. Join Jason and Paul as they dive into the weird, immersive, and unforgettable world of themed bars in Japan! Topics Covered: Science Bar INCUBATOR Deathmatch in Hell 8bit Cafe (and Game Bar A-Button) Record Bar Analog The Whales of August Planetarium Bar Muscle Girls Kiha (Train Bar) Kaiju Sakaba Shimbashi Axe Throwing Bar… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/6a09c259ed3b9e7310c8f5e4/1779025293510/165.+Themed+Bars.mp3) ## [164. Why is Japan's Crime Rate So Low?](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/164-why-is-japans-crime-rate-so-low) _2026-05-18 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Japan is often cited as having one of the lowest crime rates in the world, but what’s really behind that reputation? Join Jason and Paul as they explore the cultural, social, and systemic factors that help keep crime low in Japan. Topics Covered: Social Cohesion Broken Windows Theory Economic Factors Legislation Koban and Community Policing Judicial System Underreporting Recent Trends Join our… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/69eb9f333f11675f2e735504/1779024374297/164.+Why+is+Japan_s+Crime+Rate+So+Low_.mp3) ## [163. 2026 Trip Recap (Part 3)](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/163-2026-trip-recap-part3) _2026-05-04 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss their itinerary and recount their third week of sightseeing! Topics Covered: Sendai: Zuihoden — Sendai City Museum — Sendai Castle Ruins — Osaki Hachimangu Shrine — Sendai Mediatheque — Sunmall Ichibancho Shopping Arcade Yamagata: Risshakuji (Yamadera) — Zao Onsen Matsushima: Ojima — Kanrantei Tea House —… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/69bc41b94c9bd24b64b5d3dd/1777049318468/163.+2026+Trip+Recap+%28Part+3%29.mp3) ## [162. 2026 Trip Recap (Part 2)](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/162-2026-trip-recap-part2) _2026-04-20 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss their itinerary and recount their second week of sightseeing! Topics Covered: Otaru: Otaru Music Box Museum — Denuki Koji — Stained Glass Museum — Snow Light Path Festival Bibai Asahikawa: Asahikawa Winter Festival — VOCALO Bar Calc — Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial Museum Biei: Biei Shrine — Four Seasons Tower —… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/69bc3ee5f7cb06334e139682/1773944765542/162.+2026+Trip+Recap+%28Part+2%29.mp3) ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tbeVXzBHE7t5) _2026-04-20 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [161. 2026 Trip Recap (Part 1)](https://www.sightseeingjapanpodcast.com/podcast/161-2026-trip-recap-part1) _2026-04-06 · Jason Nieling · Sightseeing Japan_ Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss their itinerary and recount their first week of sightseeing! Topics Covered: Kamakura: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu — Komachi Street — Hokokuji — Hatsune Antiques — Roast Beef Ono Hakodate: Uni Murakami — Morning Market — Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse — Hakodate Gokoku Shrine — Motomachi — City Museum of Northern Peoples… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d31e18d1abe780001b2653d/t/69bc3d04814cd70a9937b35e/1773944387726/161.+2026+Trip+Recap+%28Part+1%29.mp3) ## [Elvis Costello: Spike, with Peter Morén](https://beforethestream.libsyn.com/elvis-costello-spike-with-peter-morn) _2025-09-19 · Before The Stream_ Swedish singer/songwriter Peter Morén ( Peter, Bjorn, and John ) joins the podcast to talk about Elvis Costello's 1989 album Spike and Peter's new SunYears album The Song Forlorn . Jason and Peter talk about how Peter got started with Elvis Costello and Spike , making albums, lyrics, collaboration, how ambitious albums can remain coherent, and much more. The talk transitions to Peter's career and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beforethestream/BTS_Peter_Moren_Spike_NEW_FINAL_9-17-25.mp3?dest-id=2042180) ## [Soul Asylum: Slowly But Shirley, with Rob Collier](https://beforethestream.libsyn.com/soul-asylum-slowly-but-shirley-with-rob-collier) _2025-02-04 · Before The Stream_ Soul Asylum again? And their new album from 2024? When Jason and Rob Collier saw that the title of Soul Asylum's new album quoted the movie Airplane! they knew they had to follow up on their previous episodes about Grave Dancer's Union and Let Your Dim Light Shine . Do you have to have heard the album to enjoy this talk? Definitely not. And don't call me Shirley. Rob and Jason play the Dave Pirner… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beforethestream/BTS_Rob_Shirley_NEW_FINAL_2-2-25.mp3?dest-id=2042180) ## [U2: War, with Al Melchior](https://beforethestream.libsyn.com/u2-war-with-al-melchior) _2025-01-09 · Before The Stream_ Al Melchior of You, Me and An Album joins the show to talk about U2 and their 1983 album War. Al saw U2 in concert around the time that War came out and it made a huge impression on him. Jason and Al discuss memories of U2, the evolution of their fandom as the band continued on, the performances on War, what makes albums cohesive, and a lot more. Jason was recently a guest on You, Me and An Album… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beforethestream/BTS_U2_War_with_Al_FINAL_1-7-25.mp3?dest-id=2042180) ## [Quick Update: Jason Talks Radiohead's Kid A](https://beforethestream.libsyn.com/quick-update-jason-talks-radioheads-kid-a) _2024-11-12 · Before The Stream_ Just a quick little update to let you know that Jason talked about Radiohead's album Kid A on the podcast "You, Me and An Album" with Al Melchior. You can listen to the episode here or wherever you listen to podcasts. Al has had a ton of great guests and discussed a lot of great albums if you don't know the podcast. Al and Jason also talked a bit about Jason's album The Grand Routine and the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beforethestream/BTS_Kid_A_YMAAA_announcement_11-10-24.mp3?dest-id=2042180)