Deskwarmers

Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 27: Ike and Matthew meet with an ALT named Daytona! He walks the gang through the story of his bumpy ride when first arriving in Japan as an ALT for the JET Programme. Daytona gives the boys an update about the happenings of their old town.

Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 26: Ike and Matthew reconnect after a few weeks off the podcast. The duo discusses coffee, denim, and all the things Japan does exceptionally well.The Deskwarmers Podcast

Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 25: In this episode, the lads are joined by Stephen! His wife, Paige (previously featured), was an ALT in our town... but what did HE do all day? The gang talks about finding work on a spousal visa, the difficulties of living in Japan without a job, and share a few stories concerning travel headaches... All that and more on the Deskwarmers Podcast.Guest Interest Form: https://forms.gle/nAXAJNtGY7YVshqNA

Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 24: Can four people podcast at the same time? You'll find out, as Matthew and Ike are joined by Sam AND Paige in this experimental two-guest episode! Today's topic concerns Karaoke in Japan. Also, the gang gets into all of their bad airline experiences. Send this to your friends if you want to see Ike sing the theme song to Tokyo Ghoul.Guest Interest Form: https://forms.gle/nAXAJNtGY7YVshqNA

Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 23: It's just Ike and Matthew today as the boys present their self introduction lessons (jikoshoukai): the very same lessons they gave to countless classes of Japanese high school students. Additionally, they go through a few holiday lessons and give examples of some games they presented. Guest Interest Form: https://forms.gle/nAXAJNtGY7YVshqNA

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!Guest Interest Form: https://forms.gle/nAXAJNtGY7YVshqNAEPISODE 22: Ike and Matthew meet fan of the show and former JET Alumni Javier! The boys talk about their various encounters with police and law enforcement in Japan. They also discuss joining local activity groups, the role of the ALT as an "outsider," driving in Japan, and Ike reads a haiku...

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!Guest Interest Form: https://forms.gle/nAXAJNtGY7YVshqNAEPISODE 21: Ike and Matthew are once again joined by Sam! The gang takes a lighter approach to this weeks episode, opting to share stories about the interesting interactions they had in their town in Kumamoto. Gym bros, knife guys, student smokers, conbini ladies, and dedicated bartenders... they have no shortage of tales to tell!

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!Guest Interest Form: https://forms.gle/nAXAJNtGY7YVshqNAEPISODE 20: The gents are joined by Daniel, a former ALT in Kumamoto. They give some suggestions on what to bring with you when you move to Japan as an English teacher.

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 19: This week, Ike and Matthew are joined by Ashley! She taught in an English conversation school run by Aeon (NOT the mall). The crew talks about the differences between conversation schools and normal Japanese schools, the different styles of teaching required, and what it is like to teach English to adults. Going into off-topic territory, Ike admits to a fatal spelling error, Ashley wonders into a brawl, and Matthew hears something funny on the radio...

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 18: This week, Ike and Matthew are joined by the one and only Stephen! Once in the JET Program, the gang discusses his recent employment with a private English teacher dispatch company and the many differences associated with them. They also talk about going to concerts, making friends, and the weird notes found on their cars...The Deskwarmers Podcast

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 17: Ike and Matthew discuss how easy it is to travel around Japan. From planning the trip to executing the plans, the guys give their tips on making the most of your vacation days. From the ALT perspective to the visiting tourist, you won't want to miss their ideas for your next trip!

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ vvvvv LUKE'S LINKS vvvvvGlobal Picnic: https://www.instagram.com/globalpicnicjapan/Oruganto: https://www.instagram.com/team_oruganto/Melt Stand: https://www.instagram.com/meltstand/Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 16: Ike and Matthew are joined by Luke, a former JET Program Coordinator of International Relations (CIR) from a town in Kumamoto. The gang talks about the roles of a CIR, the differences between living in the city and the countryside, and shares some funny stories. If you're a CIR, get some ideas for your next community engagement event!

ap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ vvvvv FIND CARL HERE vvvvvCarlThePumpkinMan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carlthepumpkinmanCarlThePumpkinMan Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/carlthepumpkinmanPumpkin In Japan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pumpkin_In_JapanPumpkinInJapan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pumpkininjapanBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/carlthepumpkinman.bsky.socialCheck back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 15: Ike and Matthew are joined by Carl, an ALT on the JET Programme who lives and works on the island of Tanegashima. He takes us through his daily life as he explains the troubles and surprising blessings of living in such a remote placement. The gang talks about Carl's hobbies, rocket launches, Yakushima, and why more people need to visit Kagoshima's islands.

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 14.5: Today, it's just Matthew! listen to him ramble on about running a podcast, the JET Program acceptance letter timeline, and all of the people he thanks. It's a "point five" episode because Ike is gone and we don't have any guest lined up...

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 14: Ike and Matthew are joined by Andi, a former ALT and study abroad student! The crew rambles on about all of the best things they remember from their times in Japan: the daiko taxi service, using cash, the random noises of everyday life... Andi brings up an impactful moment from an interview she had while on the JET Program.

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 13: Ike and Matthew are at it again with another tier list that is sure to turn some heads. Is this going to make some people mad? Maybe. Share your thoughts in the comments! While some places might be overrated, we think that everyone who listens to the Deskwarmers podcast are truly underrated.

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 12: Ike and Matthew sit down with Mari, a Japanese Teacher of English (JTE). She gives advice about what ALTs should do before coming to Japan, how to interact with your co-workers, and more. The gang brings up an interesting debate about fruits and vegetables.The Deskwarmers Podcast.

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 11: Ike and Matthew catch up with their friend Damon, a former JET and Japanese language wiz (He's N1). They chat about crazy Japanese nightlife, adventures at Costco, Ike's near death experience, and how they used their Japanese skills to find jobs back in the United States.The Deskwarmers Podcast#jetprogram #jetprogramme #alt #jet #japan #podcast #deskwarming #japanese #msas #esid #teacher #teachinjapan #interview #kumamoto #costco #car #cartrouble #translation #transliteration #subsordubs #subsoverdubs #damon #kumamotocity #arealeader #ricefields #soju #mustache #warhammer #warhammer40k #podcast #deskwarmers #anya #spyfamily #halloween #costume

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!EPISODE 9: In a twist to the traditional format, Ike and Matthew are instead confronted with a tier list of Japanese fast food restaurants. Their job is to rank each restaurant from S to F. Stick around to find out the interesting differences between restaurants in Japan and the United States!

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET! EPISODE 8: Ike and Matthew sit down with Jose, a current High School ALT from Kumamoto, and chat about anime, lesson planning, and our reasons for joining the JET Program. Jose leaks some of his favorite class activities and the gang brainstorms fun ways to solicit English in the classroom. The Deskwarmers Podcast

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET! EPISODE 7: Ike and Matthew are joined by... no one? The guys get together to talk tips about acing the JET Program interview. From the mock lesson to the Japanese test, they give advice on how to prepare. Becoming an ALT is hard, but the interview shouldn't be! #jetprogram #jetprogramme #alt #jet #japan #podcast #deskwarming #japanese #msas #esid #interview #JETInterview #nervous #mocklesson #stories #storytime #deskwarmers #tips

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET! EPISODE 6: Ike and Matthew are joined by Ike's former co-ALT Quin! The gang talks about having two ALTs in one school, Quin's decision to leave the JET program, and what he does for work now. They discuss Japanese corporate life and the difficulties one might have living without the JET Program support system. #jetprogram #jetprogramme #alt #jet #japan #podcast #deskwarming #japanese #msas #esid #worklife #osaka #anime #trinidad

Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET! EPISODE 5: Ike introduces his fiancée Sam! The gang talks about a memorable trip to Kagoshima, their favorite conbinis, and the worst food in Japan. Sam brings her insight about kyushoku.

The Beauty is in The Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97yQVKmcWvQ Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET! EPISODE 4: Ike and Matthew catch up with Ray and chat about their experiences with the Japanese health system. They discuss JET Accident Insurance and trips in the ambulance. Ray brings up differences between Oita and Kumamoto.

EPISODE 3: Ike and Matthew sit down with Bethany and talk about the difficulties of living in Japan without knowing Japanese. She shares the most awkward stories from her time on the JET Program, and Ike and Matthew join her in more classic cases of cultural misunderstanding. The Deskwarmers Podcast. Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! ⁠https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv⁠ Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!

Ike and Matthew sit down with long time friend and fellow JET alum Paige and discuss, among other things, the hassle of owning a car in Japan. Paige shares about her time working with elementary schoolers, life in the BOE, and predecessor stories. Yap about your favorite acronyms (JET, ALT, BOE, ESID, MSAS) in our discord community! https://discord.gg/Au9RxZz8rv Check back for a new episode every Wednesday at 12pm ET!

Ike and Matthew sit down to talk about their time teaching English in Japan: from the application to the decision to call it quits. They layout the plan for the Deskwarmers Podcast!