What's the Dealio?: Recent Episodes
The What's the Dealio Team
What's the Dealio is the student podcast of the American School in Japan, discussing topics related to academics, student life, and society.
Miu (10), Mayu(10), Miku(10), and Hiyori (9) holds an interview with Dr. Torchon and Ms. Ortwein, asking about how they pave their way towards the future.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Rose (10)
In this three-part series, Kentaro (12) hosts one-on-one interviews with this year’s candidates for StuCo president. Candidate Shaan (11) discusses changing a culture of dwindling spirit and what it means to be an “embassy kid.”
Credits:
Audio Editing: Kentaro (12)
In this three-part series, Kentaro (12) hosts one-on-one interviews with this year’s candidates for StuCo president. In this episode, candidate Brenna (11) explains the importance of communication and the value of her past experiences.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Kentaro (12)
In this three-part series, Kentaro (12) hosts one-on-one interviews with this year’s candidates for StuCo president. Among other things, candidate Jake (11) weighs in on class comps, closing the grade divide, and Spotify vs. Apple Music.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Kentaro (12)
This week, we have Kentaro (12) interviewing players from varsity boys’ soccer on their season thus far and the FIFA World Cup (recorded over winter break).
Credits:
Audio Editing: Tommy (12), Joanne (12).
This week we have Kentaro (12) and Leon (12) discussing American current events: the midterm election results, the past and future of a Republican-controlled House of Representatives, former President Donald Trump, Presidential candidates for 2024, and more, on our brand-new recurring segment, Fireside Pods.
Audio Editing:
Tommy (12)
This week, we have Joanne interviewing the leaders of the GSA club, along with Hana and Relli, talking about Ally week and how it affects ASIJ.
Audio Editing: Joanne (12) Tommy (12)
We have Erika (11) interviewing Haebin (12) for some advice on how to manage AP season, as well as an update from the What's the Tealio team.
Check here for some quick tips from Collegeboard: https://blog.collegeboard.org/6-tips-build-confidence-your-ap-exams https://blog.collegeboard.org/5-tips-ap-course-success
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Miray (12)
Nico (11) held an interview with Ms. Takano, the director of this year's production of Me and My Girl.
Here are the recordings of each show:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pN9w_bivoCA
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRQVIdbLfVg
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Yt5qCZ6SAQ
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HhQGlAeNV4
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (11)
- Miray (12)
This week, we have Nico with his new segment on what fashion at ASIJ is like, along with an update from the What's the Tealio team.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (11)
- Miray (12)
Please enjoy Nathan and Ryan's creative pieces on distraction and being a third culture kid, as well as the new update on the What's the Tealio series.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Yuko (12)
- Miray (12)
Erika (11) and Nico (11) introduce the Kanto Plains Speech Tournament before Cecile (11) and Sena (10) give emotional recitals of their pieces. Please enjoy!
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Miray (12)
Listen here for the first episode of our new segment, What's the Tealio, which is inspired from Hanabi, ASIJ's online student news site. We also have Erika interviewing students to introduce their composting project.
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Click here for news from Hanabi! https://hanabi.asij.ac.jp/
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (11)
- Yuko (12)
- Miray (12)
For our first podcast of the school year, we're introducing a few of the many clubs and activities we have here at ASIJ. If you enjoyed this episode, please find us at Clubs Fair in the Curricular area!
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (11)
- Miray (12)
Music:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mp1h_JSqAW0
Kentaro (10) lead a discussion with Mikey (11) and Ryan (11) to analyze different perspectives of how the world economy was affected with the coronavirus pandemic. Enjoy!
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (10)
- Miray (11)
Music:
- Andante Estivo from Stagioni di Fiori by Dee Yan-Key Dee_Yan-Key
For this episode, we explored the different clubs and organizations here at ASIJ that focus on fashion. Kaden (11) interviewed the students behind the new Tuf clothing brand and Melissa (11) interviewed Miyu (11), one of the leaders of the Sustainable Fashion club.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (10)
- Laura (11)
- Miray (11)
Music:
- Upbeat Happy Energetic Background Music for Videos by Free to Use Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEZmxsaKXAg
In light of the recent Asian hate crimes, Miyu and Melissa held a group discussion with Su (11) and Ms. Huang and Kentaro (10) analyzed the results of his political compass survey.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Miray (11)
- Tommy (11)
Music:
- ROYALTY FREE Serious Documentary Background Music / Serious Music Royalty Free by MUSIC4VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LM6DeT_KdH4
We took this opportunity to create a special episode on the ten year anniversary of the 3/11 disaster. Melissa (11) interviewed Leila (11) and Miyu met with Nakai-Sensei to hear how they remember this tragedy.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Miray (11)
Music:
- Piano Moment by Benjamin Tissot www.bensound.com
We had a quick interview with the leaders and a few club members from the computer science club to discuss some exciting upcoming events. DM our Instagram account @asij_podcast if you have any comments or would like to be included in our next episode!
Credits:
CS club members:
- Nadir (9)
- Akemi (11)
- Sprihaa (11)- 22singhs@asij.ac.jp
- Riku (12)- 21mitor@asij.ac.jp
Discord Server: https://discord.gg/WA9WhHT48Q
Audio Editing:
- Tommy (10)
- Miray (11)
Music:
- Dutiligi by Mello C https://freemusicarchive.org/genre/Electronic
We decided to have a quick interview conducted by Melissa (11) and Miyu (11) to see how ASIJ students perceive Valentine's Day as our second episode with the segment, This I Believe. DM our Instagram account @asij_podcast if you have any comments or suggestions!
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Roshan (11)
- Miray
ASIJ students:
- Seah (9)
- Aisha (10)
- Ellie (10)
- Marta (10)
- Emily (11)
- Jake (11)
- Maika (11)
- Nio (11)
- Chloe (12)
- David (12)
- Kai (12)
- Karen (12)
- Sarah (12)
Music:
- Valentine's Day Romantic https://1.envato.market/6xrmN
To start off 2021, we interviewed two of ASIJ's history teachers for our first ever recurring segment: This I Believe. Listen here to also learn about what ASIJTV, one of our school's oldest clubs, have been up to.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Miray (11)
- Laura (11)
Music:
- Future Bass by Scott Holmes Music https://freemusicarchive.org/genre/Instrumental
For our first episode of the year, we interviewed a few students and faculty about Hybrid Learning. Tune in for a poetry recital at the end by Sena about her background.
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Miray (11)
- Laura (11)
- Taiga (11)
- Tommy (10)
Music:
- Rosalie by Checkie Brown (CB 104) https://freemusicarchive.org/genre/Jazz
It's the end of our year, and time to look back on what made it what it is. Thank you for your support of What's the Dealio this year. Have a great summer!
What's the Dealio Members 2019-20: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yvaCo9MfoDOMwoidY6uIj7uTp13SEU1fAeQu53CeZDU/edit?usp=sharing
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Solomon (12)
- Noah (12)
Music:
- Detailing, Neon Drip, and Slow Rollout by Blue Dot Sessions (CC-BYNC)
- Out of the Skies Under the Earth by Chris Zabriskie (CC-BY)
- So What by Soft and Furious (CC0)
- Butterfly by Delicate Steve (CC-BY)
In light of current events, we’ll be replaying this episode. Check out the second part of this joint feature with Hanabi: an article by Kokoro Igawa.
Link to Volume 23 of the Roundup: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19PsHHDEJg5XpoIQGo--uIzdXW6q20swnHhDDuidJDmQ/edit?usp=sharing
Link to Panel Discussion: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jb_lpSu1o31V7Vou3OqiW7iyRmXIU0a4/view
Bella Salathé (grade 12), Erin Dowrich (grade 12), Ms. Gessert (former faculty), and Ms. Iagaru (former faculty) and the WTD hosts engage in a discussion about race and the ASIJ community, and show how we can engage in conversations about this sensitive topic.
Originally recorded in May 2019.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Solomon (12)
Openings and Closing Music: Salue by Kai Engel (CC-BY)
It's time to say goodbye to another graduating class—one that has faced the greatest disruption to their final year of high school in modern memory. This is their message to ASIJ.
Contributors (in order):
Memories: Hugh, Misaki, Carina, Shaamer, Maya G., Um, Celine, Kenzo, Cora, Hannah S.
Messages: Sakiko, Hannah N., Jacob, Hiroki, Young, Carina, Solomon, Kenzo, Jasmine F., Shaamer, Maya G., Berk
Credits:
Audio Editing:
- Roshan (10)
- Noah (11)
- Miray (10)
- Solomon (12)
Music:
- Quarantine by Anonymous (ASIJ '20)
- So What by Soft and Furious (CC0)
- Dreaming of You by Komiku (CC0)
- Blue Lobster by Daniel Birch (CC-BY)
- Tacit by Lauren Thorbecke (ASIJ '20)
- Winds of Change by Solomon Kim (ASIJ '20)
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Tune in for a reading of Lauren's (12) piece Cats and Rooftops and an interview with Daruma staff members Marina (11) and Clara (11) about this year's edition of Daruma and the Silver Linings Project. Plus, Jacob's last news update.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Noah (11), Solomon (12), Miray (10)
Music:
- Daniel Birch - Amber Haze
- Chris Zabriskie - Candlepower
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There’s a lot of uncertainty right now. Our panelists Arman (12), Bella (12), Marine (11), and Levi (11) discuss the uncertainty of college and COVID-19.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Noah (11), Solomon (12)
Music: Chris Zabriskie - Candlepower (CC-BY)
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Episode Notes: ASIJ clubs have come up with innovative ways to stay active throughout DLP. Listen here for an interview with some of the HS Library's Virtual Reading Challenge participants, including book recommendations; a book review from Noah, updates on SAGE, a report on the Musubi Project, and a current events report from Jacob.
Credits:
- Audio Editing: Solomon (12), Miray (10)
- Interviewees: Mia (9), Spencer (10), Maia (11), Joey (12)
Music: Squares by PodSummit (CC0), Chris Zabriskie - Candlepower (CC-BY)
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With Japan's state of emergency, a lot of fitness facilities are closed. If you want tips on staying active and preparing for this next sports season even without equipment, check out this episode of WTD. We interview ASIJ fitness gurus, Varsity sports players, and Mr. Jacobsson to bring you the best fitness tips.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Solomon (12) Music: Chris Zabriskie - Candlepower (CC-BY)
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Noah and Hugh bring you a brief update on the Coronavirus, and Jacob gives us the world news scoop.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Noah (11)
Music: - In Suspense, Squares, and Phased by PodSummit (CC0)
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Students at ASIJ are facing a choice: whether or not to take the AP exams. Join us for this examination of what to consider in making that tough decision.
Note: Student interviewee Shreya (grade 12) stated that a motivating factor in the decision to take AP exams was financial. According to College Board policy, you will be able to receive a refund in 2020 only. However, you might still save money through advanced standing in college or exempted classes—depending on your individual situation.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Solomon (12)
Music (Licensed CC-BY-NC):
- Chad Crouch - Algorithms
- Blue Dot Sessions - Detailing and Plasticity
- Chris Zabriskie - Candlepower (CC-BY)
Special thanks to Mr. McQueen, Mrs. Knapp, and Shreya (12).
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Episode Notes:
Need something to watch or listen to? Our What’s the Dealio panelists have got you covered.
Today's panelists: Kentaro (9), Adam (10), Bear (11), Carina (12).
Recommendations:
- TV: The Good Place, All American
- Music: Lemon Demon, Idle Moments by Grant Green
Credits:
Audio Editing: Solomon (12)
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Episode Notes:
We asked you to tell us how you're processing the campus closure. Here's what you said.
Let's all remember that we're still processing—and that might take a while. We hope this episode helps our community express the wide range of emotions we're feeling and make the most of this Distance Learning situation.
Have feedback? Connect with us on Instagram @asij_podcast or email us at dealio@asij.ac.jp. Check back next week for an all-new episode.
Credits:
Submitters (in order): Stephanie (12), Tyler (12), Cora (12), Anna (12), Noah (11), Sakura (12), Matthew (10), Misaki (12), Jacob (12), Carina (12), Lauren (12).
Audio Editing: Solomon (12), Miray (10)
Music:
- Blue Dot Sessions - Neon Drip
- FwimmyGoat - Breath of Life
- Daniel Birch - Amber Haze
- Blue Dot Sessions - Slow Rollout
- Broke for Free - Murmur
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Adam and Solomon take us behind the scenes of the 2020 TEDxYouth@ASIJ event in this retrospective.
View the speaker videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRo6tEBjZZI&list=PLumtWL_PWW2N4BIswLhkoq_9NUdX2luOQ
Credits:
- Audio Editing: Miray (10), Solomon (12)
- Speakers: Lisa Yamaguchi, Juri Kimura, Carina Samson, Kyler Caldwell
- Team: Marine Savoure, Clarissa Kim, Maia Macek
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We hope your spring break was enjoyable and safe. With the closure of ASIJ's campus, you're sure to have questions. Stay tuned to this episode for a discussion with our panel group, an exclusive interview with Ms. Crissy, and a message from Mr. Nelson. Jacob is also back, to give us an update on the latest news.
Special Announcement: Thanks for listening to today’s What’s the Dealio episode. We’ve really enjoyed the chance to give you a way to connect with our community during this distance learning experience.
With the rest of the year being canceled, we’ll be moving beyond this original Distance Learning format. We want to document this experience for future students and capture what it’s like—what we feel, think, watch, and do. With the cancellation of much of the senior festivities, we also want to help commemorate their successes and celebrate their milestones. Stay tuned for episodes on everything from Netflix to AP tests to college to books, with new and old voices on the show in formats ranging from reports to discussions to interviews.
Our next episode, in particular, will be a special one. Next week's episode will be dedicated to providing a forum to express what you're excited about, sad about, and more with the closure of campus—a reminder that we're all still processing. It’s a time to share what you feel—honestly—and with our student community as a whole.
How do you feel about this change? What are you doing to make the best out of this situation? Do you have any messages that you want to send somebody? Make your voice heard on this important topic. Go to our Flipgrid at gg.gg/stillprocessing to learn more and make your voice heard.
Credits:
- Audio Editing: Solomon (12)
- Music: Detailing and Funk and Flash by RadioPink (Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0)
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We profile the Vocal Jazz Ensemble at ASIJ in this special episode. Plus, check out their recording of the song Bluesette by Toots Thielman at http://dealio.asij.ac.jp/episode/7f5a5927617044fe/bonus-bluesette.
Credits:
- Audio Editing - Noah (11), Solomon (12)
- Music: www.bensound.com
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Join us for our panel discussion with Adam (10), Carina (12), Bear (11), and Kentaro (9), an interview with Stuco president Young (12), an interview with math teacher Ms. Pitale, and a message from Mr. Nelson.
The Distance Learning series will be back for one more episode after spring break.
Credits: - Audio Editing: Solomon (12) - Closing Music: Detailing by RadioPink (Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0) - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/BlueDotSessions/RadioPink/Detailing
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Adam (10), Tyler (12), and Hugh (12) discuss the recent cancellations of sports events, both at ASIJ and in the world of professional sports, and the impact it's had on the game.
Credits:
- Audio editing: Solomon (12), Roshan (10)
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Listen now to hear from our student panelists Carina (12), Bear (11), Adam (10), and Kentaro (9), a report from Miray (10) on music classes, an interview with Mr. Welckle, and an update from Mr. Nelson.
Plus, check out our bonus feature, an extended message from Mr. Nelson: http://dealio.asij.ac.jp/episode/77444d6a37fe4453/bonus-message-from-mr-nelson
Credits:
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Audio Editing: Solomon (12), Roshan (10), Miray (10)
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Closing Music: Detailing by RadioPink (Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0) - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Detailing
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Thanks to Mr. Nelson for completing this segment.
Credits:
Audio Editing: Solomon (12)
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In this special What’s the Dealio series, we bring in students and faculty to talk about the impact that distance learning has had on their school experience. Noah (11) leads a panel consisting of Kentaro (9), Adam (10), Bear (11), and Carina (12). Meanwhile, Kaden (10) interviews Mr. Berg, Miray (10) tells us about the sustainable fashion club, and Mr. Nelson gives us an update on what's going on at school.
Check back every Saturday for a new Distance Learning episode!
Credits: - Audio Editing: Miray (10), Solomon (12) - Closing Music: Detailing by RadioPink (Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0) - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Detailing
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Episode Notes Tyler (12), Hugh (12), and Kaden (11) discuss the life of Kobe Bryant and the impact he made on their lives. Plus, Miray (10) updates us on Beyond the Plate, a newly created Pilot Club.
Credits: - Audio Editing: Solomon (12)
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Episode Notes Credits:
- Kaho (10) - Announcer
- Solomon (12) - Interviewer
- Mr. David Charon - ASIJ Head Chef
- Jasmine (12) - Survey Segment
- Noah and Kenneth (11) - Movie Club Feature
Audio editing by Miray (10) and Solomon (12).
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Episode Notes Adam, Joey, Tyler, and Hugh talk about the twists and turns of this NFL season and look towards the Super Bowl.
Panelists: - Adam (10) - Joey (9) - Tyler (12) - Hugh (12)
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Episode Notes Panelists: * Ian (12) * Hugh (12) * Juri (11) * Ms. McShane
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Episode Notes What's the Dealio staff interview new students to ASIJ, and find a diversity of perspectives. While some have an easy time adjusting, some find the adjustment from America to Japan more difficult. Listen now, and hear their stories for yourself.
Credits: * Eric (12) - Presenter and interviewer. * Joey (9) - Presenter and interviewer. * Kaden (10) - Interviewer. * Melissa (10) - Interviewer. * Miyu (10) - Interviewer. * Kaho (10) - Interviewer.
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Episode Notes Solomon and Tyler (gr. 12) welcome us back to What's the Dealio and spotlight Theater at ASIJ!
Fall Play: Oct 30, 31, Nov 1, 2.
500 yen adults/200 yen students
Go to HS office for tickets.
MS Musical: Nov 7-9
500 yen adults/200 yen students.
Buses are available on Nov 7 and 8.
Go to MS office for tickets.
Credits:
Noah (gr. 11) - Fall Play
Mr. Quinto (teacher) - MS Musical
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Episode Notes Bella Salathé (grade 12), Erin Dowrich (grade 12), Ms. Gessert (former faculty), and Ms. Iagaru (former faculty) and the WTD hosts engage in a discussion about race and the ASIJ community, and show how we can engage in conversations about this sensitive topic.
Originally recorded in May 2019.
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Episode Notes Produced in collaboration with ASIJ English Circle.
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Episode Notes Artists Featured: Carlo (graduated) Janelle (graduated) Daniel (grade 12) Rebecca (graduated) Sean (grade 12)
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Episode Notes The ASIJ Podcast ‘What’s The Dealio?’ is back with another episode featuring a discussion on ASIJ Social Groups, and an exclusive look into the Philosophy Club!
Make sure to check out Hanabi: hanabi.asij.ac.jp/ Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/asijpodcast/ (@asijpodcast)
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