The J-Pops

The J-Pops: Attempting Parenting in Japan

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Welcome to The J-Pops, the only podcast with "J-pop" in the title that gives you a 100% no J-pop guarantee. The J-Pops are Mark and Justin, two soon-to-be dads (pops) living in Japan (J). They both hail from the US, and this podcast covers their attempts at parenting abroad. They're not here to give advice, they're here to get it, and to talk about the struggles they face in their quest to raise children in a foreign land. All music by Monkey Warhol & is licensed under an Attribution 4.0 International License.

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Ep 6 - Helpful Services, Deep Questions, & More JLPT 19.12.2021 1:02:39

Pregnancy weeks 22 & 29. This week we discuss different services available for new parents in Japan and how to find them (kind of). We also get into the JLPT some more, but mostly we just complain about it. As always, please send any questions or comments to us on Twitter @JPopsPodcast or via email at info@thejpops.com. And for those who did listen to the episode already, here are the links we...

Ep 5 - Car Talk 12.12.2021 1:02:56

Pregnancy 21 & 28. In an homage to Car Talk, we talk cars. What are the Top 5 features for a baby-friendly car? We rigorously researched them (somewhat) and share our conclusions. Other topics: misadventures in test-driving, an Amazon registry update, and the JLPT. Please send any questions or comments to us on Twitter @JPopsPodcast or via email at info@thejpops.com.

Ep 4 - The Future & A True J-Pop 05.12.2021 1:08:56

Pregnancy weeks 20 & 27. If all goes well, our babies will see 2100. We ruminate on this and the Jetson-style life that awaits our offspring. We also welcome our guest Casey, the first true J-Pop to grace The J-Pops. He shares the wisdom gained through a decade of parenting in Japan. Please send questions and comments to us on Twitter @JPopsPodcast or by email at info@thejpops.com.

Ep 3 - Decluttering & Making Space 28.11.2021 51:01

Pregnancy, weeks 19 & 26. This week, we talk house clutter, pregnancy apps and go on a few tangents. We also consult a textbook to explain the Japanese word for "father." Please send us questions and comments either on Twitter @JPopsPodcast or by email to info@thejpops.com.

Ep 2 - Pregnancy Status & Planning 21.11.2021 59:46

Pregnancy -- Weeks 18 & 25. Back for Episode 2? We thank you. This week, we cover prepping and buying for an imminent baby, naming that baby, and revealing a pregnancy to your co-workers. We also get into pizza and Japanese katakana history, for some reason. Please send questions and comments to us on Twitter @JPopsPodcast or via email at info@thejpops.com.

Ep 1 - IVF & Interview (Paige McGee) 14.11.2021 58:32

Pregnancy -- Weeks 17 & 24. Welcome to The J-Pops, the only podcast with "J-pop" in the title that gives you a 100% no J-pop guarantee. We are Mark and Justin, two soon-to-be dads (pops) living in Japan (J). We both hail from the US, and this podcast covers our attempts at parenting abroad. Today's episode gets into our experiences with fertility clinics and IVF in Japan (OK, mostl...