Direct Talk - Season 8 / Year 2023

Direct Talk - Season 8 / Year 2023

Season 8 / Year 2023

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Episodes97
DatesJan 2, 2023 - Dec 26, 2023
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Episodes

Becoming Your Best Self: Bitoh Tomomi / Personal Trainer, Ultramarathon Runner
Year 2023Episode 112 min

Becoming Your Best Self: Bitoh Tomomi / Personal Trainer, Ultramarathon Runner

Jan 2, 2023
Grandpa's Magic Brush: Shibasaki Harumichi / Painter, Watercolor Instructor
Year 2023Episode 212 min

Grandpa's Magic Brush: Shibasaki Harumichi / Painter, Watercolor Instructor

Jan 2, 2023
Remembering LGBTQ+ History: Lisa Power / LGBTQ+ Campaigner
Year 2023Episode 312 min

Remembering LGBTQ+ History: Lisa Power / LGBTQ+ Campaigner

Jan 11, 2023
Breaking Barriers for Accessible Society: Shani Dhanda / Disability Activist
Year 2023Episode 412 min

Breaking Barriers for Accessible Society: Shani Dhanda / Disability Activist

Jan 18, 2023
Communication Through Music: Soma Yoyoka / Drummer
Year 2023Episode 512 min

Communication Through Music: Soma Yoyoka / Drummer

Jan 20, 2023
Nothing Is Impossible: Nimsdai Purja / Mountaineer and Former Soldier
Year 2023Episode 612 min

Nothing Is Impossible: Nimsdai Purja / Mountaineer and Former Soldier

Jan 26, 2023
Save the Reefs, Save the Oceans: Kinjo Koji / Coral Farmer
Year 2023Episode 712 min

Save the Reefs, Save the Oceans: Kinjo Koji / Coral Farmer

Jan 30, 2023
A Bridge Between Humans and Nature: Takasago Junji / Nature Photographer
Year 2023Episode 812 min

A Bridge Between Humans and Nature: Takasago Junji / Nature Photographer

Jan 31, 2023
Online Education, Without Compromise: Hoshi Tomohiro / Head of School, Stanford Online High School
Year 2023Episode 912 min

Online Education, Without Compromise: Hoshi Tomohiro / Head of School, Stanford Online High School

Feb 6, 2023
Connecting People Through Ballet: Kusakari Tamiyo / Actor, Former Ballerina
Year 2023Episode 1012 min

Connecting People Through Ballet: Kusakari Tamiyo / Actor, Former Ballerina

Feb 7, 2023
Art for Change: Chuu Wai / Artist
Year 2023Episode 1112 min

Art for Change: Chuu Wai / Artist

Feb 9, 2023
Leaving Our Homeland: Hamed Amiri / Writer
Year 2023Episode 1212 min

Leaving Our Homeland: Hamed Amiri / Writer

Feb 17, 2023
Living with Wild Geese: Kurechi Masayuki / President, Japanese Association for Wild Geese Protection
Year 2023Episode 1312 min

Living with Wild Geese: Kurechi Masayuki / President, Japanese Association for Wild Geese Protection

Feb 20, 2023
A More Inclusive Society Through Sport: Arimori Yuko / Former Marathon Runner
Year 2023Episode 1412 min

A More Inclusive Society Through Sport: Arimori Yuko / Former Marathon Runner

Feb 21, 2023
Fighting Hate With Comedy: Jiaoying Summers / Stand-up Comedian, Comedy Club Owner
Year 2023Episode 1512 min

Fighting Hate With Comedy: Jiaoying Summers / Stand-up Comedian, Comedy Club Owner

Feb 23, 2023
Transforming Society Through Philosophy: Markus Gabriel / Philosopher
Year 2023Episode 1612 min

Transforming Society Through Philosophy: Markus Gabriel / Philosopher

Feb 24, 2023
Songs of Hope for Ukraine: Nataliya Gudziy / Singer-Songwriter, Bandura Player
Year 2023Episode 1712 min

Songs of Hope for Ukraine: Nataliya Gudziy / Singer-Songwriter, Bandura Player

Feb 27, 2023
An Invite From a Prison Restaurant: Silvia Polleri / Founder and Manager, Restaurant InGalera
Year 2023Episode 1812 min

An Invite From a Prison Restaurant: Silvia Polleri / Founder and Manager, Restaurant InGalera

Mar 1, 2023
Breaking Down Doors: Syed Saddiq / Co-Founder of MUDA
Year 2023Episode 1912 min

Breaking Down Doors: Syed Saddiq / Co-Founder of MUDA

Mar 2, 2023
What Is Peace?: Steve Leeper / Peace Activist
Year 2023Episode 2012 min

What Is Peace?: Steve Leeper / Peace Activist

Mar 3, 2023
Promoting Fish Growth with Light: Takahashi Akiyoshi / Professor, School of Marine Biosciences, Kita
Year 2023Episode 2112 min

Promoting Fish Growth with Light: Takahashi Akiyoshi / Professor, School of Marine Biosciences, Kita

Mar 6, 2023
Water Is Life: John DeYoung / Founder and CEO of Vivoblu
Year 2023Episode 2212 min

Water Is Life: John DeYoung / Founder and CEO of Vivoblu

Mar 9, 2023
Bringing Peoples Together: Louis Martin / Founder of Refugee Food
Year 2023Episode 2312 min

Bringing Peoples Together: Louis Martin / Founder of Refugee Food

Mar 10, 2023
Exploring Our Sunken History: Yamafune Kotaro / Maritime Archaeologist
Year 2023Episode 2412 min

Exploring Our Sunken History: Yamafune Kotaro / Maritime Archaeologist

Mar 13, 2023
Hope Just a Bike Ride Away: Wyson Lungu / Social Entrepreneur
Year 2023Episode 2512 min

Hope Just a Bike Ride Away: Wyson Lungu / Social Entrepreneur

Mar 15, 2023
Equity Through Budgeting: Shari Davis / Co-Executive Director, Participatory Budgeting Project
Year 2023Episode 2612 min

Equity Through Budgeting: Shari Davis / Co-Executive Director, Participatory Budgeting Project

Mar 16, 2023
Art To Create a Stir on Social Issues: Sel Kofiga / Artist
Year 2023Episode 2712 min

Art To Create a Stir on Social Issues: Sel Kofiga / Artist

Mar 17, 2023
Flying High from Fukushima: Muroya Yoshihide / Air Race Pilot
Year 2023Episode 2812 min

Flying High from Fukushima: Muroya Yoshihide / Air Race Pilot

Mar 20, 2023
The Power of Dyslexic Thinking: Kate Griggs / Founder, Made By Dyslexia
Year 2023Episode 2912 min

The Power of Dyslexic Thinking: Kate Griggs / Founder, Made By Dyslexia

Mar 23, 2023
Women at the Extremes: Felicity Aston / Polar Explorer & Research Scientist
Year 2023Episode 3012 min

Women at the Extremes: Felicity Aston / Polar Explorer & Research Scientist

Mar 24, 2023
Turning Weaknesses into Strengths: Takeda Sana / Illustrator, Comic Artist
Year 2023Episode 3112 min

Turning Weaknesses into Strengths: Takeda Sana / Illustrator, Comic Artist

Mar 27, 2023
Bringing Diversity to the World of Ballet: Cassa Pancho / Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Bl
Year 2023Episode 3212 min

Bringing Diversity to the World of Ballet: Cassa Pancho / Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Bl

Mar 29, 2023
To Stand on Your Own Feet: Sunita Danuwar / Founder of Shakti Samuha and Sunita Foundation
Year 2023Episode 3312 min

To Stand on Your Own Feet: Sunita Danuwar / Founder of Shakti Samuha and Sunita Foundation

Mar 30, 2023
Empowering Children Everywhere: Nadine Kaadan / Author and Illustrator
Year 2023Episode 3412 min

Empowering Children Everywhere: Nadine Kaadan / Author and Illustrator

Mar 31, 2023
Living Alongside the Bird of Yambaru: Nagamine Takashi / Veterinarian
Year 2023Episode 3512 min

Living Alongside the Bird of Yambaru: Nagamine Takashi / Veterinarian

Apr 3, 2023
Joyful Moves to Counter Parkinson's: David Leventhal / Program Director, Dance for PD
Year 2023Episode 3612 min

Joyful Moves to Counter Parkinson's: David Leventhal / Program Director, Dance for PD

Apr 13, 2023
Fighting Through Dance: Ahmad Joudeh / Dancer
Year 2023Episode 3712 min

Fighting Through Dance: Ahmad Joudeh / Dancer

Apr 14, 2023
Robotics for a Happier Future: Furuta Takayuki / General Manager, Future Robotics Technology Center
Year 2023Episode 3812 min

Robotics for a Happier Future: Furuta Takayuki / General Manager, Future Robotics Technology Center

Apr 17, 2023
Enchanted by Yokai Monsters: Matthew Meyer / Yokai Illustrator
Year 2023Episode 3912 min

Enchanted by Yokai Monsters: Matthew Meyer / Yokai Illustrator

Apr 24, 2023
Returning the Benin Bronzes: Nick Merriman / Chief Executive of the Horniman Museum
Year 2023Episode 4012 min

Returning the Benin Bronzes: Nick Merriman / Chief Executive of the Horniman Museum

Apr 28, 2023
Support That's a Part of You: Nakamura Noburo / CEO, Nakamura Brace
Year 2023Episode 4112 min

Support That's a Part of You: Nakamura Noburo / CEO, Nakamura Brace

May 1, 2023
The 15 Minute City: Carlos Moreno / Professor, IAE Paris Sorbonne Business School
Year 2023Episode 4212 min

The 15 Minute City: Carlos Moreno / Professor, IAE Paris Sorbonne Business School

May 12, 2023
For Victims of the Gold Rush: Yuyun Ismawati / Co-founder, Nexus3 Foundation
Year 2023Episode 4312 min

For Victims of the Gold Rush: Yuyun Ismawati / Co-founder, Nexus3 Foundation

May 17, 2023
Saving Migrating Birds From Extinction: Sacha Dench / Biologist, Conservation Without Borders
Year 2023Episode 4412 min

Saving Migrating Birds From Extinction: Sacha Dench / Biologist, Conservation Without Borders

May 25, 2023
A Hong Kong Photojournalist in Ukraine: Kure Kaoru / Photographer & Journalist
Year 2023Episode 4512 min

A Hong Kong Photojournalist in Ukraine: Kure Kaoru / Photographer & Journalist

May 26, 2023
My Story, and Mine Alone: Oda Tokito / Professional Wheelchair Tennis Player
Year 2023Episode 4612 min

My Story, and Mine Alone: Oda Tokito / Professional Wheelchair Tennis Player

May 29, 2023
The Path to Pastry Perfection: Takahashi Moe / Pastry Chef
Year 2023Episode 4712 min

The Path to Pastry Perfection: Takahashi Moe / Pastry Chef

May 30, 2023
Taking Out the Trash Together: Fukuda Keisuke / President, Green Bird
Year 2023Episode 4812 min

Taking Out the Trash Together: Fukuda Keisuke / President, Green Bird

Jun 5, 2023
A Dream Back to Tang Dynasty: Xu Ge / Founder of the Tang Dynasty Court Music Restoration Organizati
Year 2023Episode 4912 min

A Dream Back to Tang Dynasty: Xu Ge / Founder of the Tang Dynasty Court Music Restoration Organizati

Jun 16, 2023
Giving Shape to People's Prayers: Katoh Gizan / Buddhist Sculptor
Year 2023Episode 5012 min

Giving Shape to People's Prayers: Katoh Gizan / Buddhist Sculptor

Jun 19, 2023
A Story Beyond Boundaries: Geetanjali Shree / Novelist
Year 2023Episode 5112 min

A Story Beyond Boundaries: Geetanjali Shree / Novelist

Jul 6, 2023
Innovating the Art of Fermentation: Sasaki Yotaro / Chef, Brewmaster, and Rice Farmer
Year 2023Episode 5212 min

Innovating the Art of Fermentation: Sasaki Yotaro / Chef, Brewmaster, and Rice Farmer

Jul 10, 2023
Ukraine - The Children's Inner Battle: Oksana Lebedeva / Founder of Gen.Ukrainian
Year 2023Episode 5312 min

Ukraine - The Children's Inner Battle: Oksana Lebedeva / Founder of Gen.Ukrainian

Jul 12, 2023
Education at Hand: Luis von Ahn / Co-Founder & CEO of Duolingo
Year 2023Episode 5412 min

Education at Hand: Luis von Ahn / Co-Founder & CEO of Duolingo

Jul 20, 2023
The Power of the Pen at Times of Despair: Orhan Pamuk / Writer
Year 2023Episode 5512 min

The Power of the Pen at Times of Despair: Orhan Pamuk / Writer

Jul 26, 2023
Unity and Healing Through Singing: Gareth Malone / Musician & Choirmaster
Year 2023Episode 5612 min

Unity and Healing Through Singing: Gareth Malone / Musician & Choirmaster

Jul 28, 2023
How to Win a Grammy: Masa Takumi / Composer, Arranger
Year 2023Episode 5712 min

How to Win a Grammy: Masa Takumi / Composer, Arranger

Jul 31, 2023
Cafes Where Ordering Takes Time: Okumura Arisa / Founder, Slow Order Cafe
Year 2023Episode 5812 min

Cafes Where Ordering Takes Time: Okumura Arisa / Founder, Slow Order Cafe

Aug 1, 2023
Reviving Spirits of Ailing Backs: Marcus John / Founder of Back to Healing
Year 2023Episode 5912 min

Reviving Spirits of Ailing Backs: Marcus John / Founder of Back to Healing

Aug 3, 2023
An Architect's Mission: Mori Toshiko / Architect
Year 2023Episode 6012 min

An Architect's Mission: Mori Toshiko / Architect

Aug 7, 2023
Standing with the People of Sudan: Kawahara Naoyuki / Doctor/Founder, Rocinantes
Year 2023Episode 6112 min

Standing with the People of Sudan: Kawahara Naoyuki / Doctor/Founder, Rocinantes

Aug 8, 2023
Creating a Future With Bamboo: Arief Rabik / Senior Advisor, Environmental Bamboo Foundation
Year 2023Episode 6212 min

Creating a Future With Bamboo: Arief Rabik / Senior Advisor, Environmental Bamboo Foundation

Aug 9, 2023
Dancing like Anything is Possible: Nakarai Shigeyuki (Shigekix) / Breakdancer
Year 2023Episode 6312 min

Dancing like Anything is Possible: Nakarai Shigeyuki (Shigekix) / Breakdancer

Aug 14, 2023
Support for the Suffering: Osa Yukie / Chairperson, Association for Aid and Relief, Japan
Year 2023Episode 6412 min

Support for the Suffering: Osa Yukie / Chairperson, Association for Aid and Relief, Japan

Aug 15, 2023
Promote the Joy of Reading: Horiuchi Yoshimi / Founder of Bookworm Foundation
Year 2023Episode 6512 min

Promote the Joy of Reading: Horiuchi Yoshimi / Founder of Bookworm Foundation

Aug 18, 2023
Returning Flags To Heal Wounds of War: Keiko Ziak / Co-Founder, OBON SOCIETY
Year 2023Episode 6612 min

Returning Flags To Heal Wounds of War: Keiko Ziak / Co-Founder, OBON SOCIETY

Sep 1, 2023
Singing Together for Peace: Jenna / Gospel Choir Director, Songwriter
Year 2023Episode 6712 min

Singing Together for Peace: Jenna / Gospel Choir Director, Songwriter

Sep 5, 2023
Science in Conflict Zones: Ella Al-Shamahi / Paleoanthropologist & Comedian
Year 2023Episode 6812 min

Science in Conflict Zones: Ella Al-Shamahi / Paleoanthropologist & Comedian

Sep 8, 2023
A Festival of Paper and Light: Takenami Hiroo / Nebuta Master
Year 2023Episode 6912 min

A Festival of Paper and Light: Takenami Hiroo / Nebuta Master

Sep 11, 2023
Detecting Landmines Using Radar: Sato Motoyuki / Professor Emeritus, Tohoku University
Year 2023Episode 7012 min

Detecting Landmines Using Radar: Sato Motoyuki / Professor Emeritus, Tohoku University

Sep 12, 2023
30 Years of Wildlife Filming: Gordon Buchanan / Wildlife Cameraman
Year 2023Episode 7112 min

30 Years of Wildlife Filming: Gordon Buchanan / Wildlife Cameraman

Sep 13, 2023
Hope in a Life Vest: Thami Schweichler / Co-Founder of Makers Unite
Year 2023Episode 7212 min

Hope in a Life Vest: Thami Schweichler / Co-Founder of Makers Unite

Sep 15, 2023
Protecting Livelihoods amid War: Miyamoto Hideki / Structural Engineer/CEO, Miyamoto International
Year 2023Episode 7312 min

Protecting Livelihoods amid War: Miyamoto Hideki / Structural Engineer/CEO, Miyamoto International

Sep 18, 2023
Architecture That Empowers Communities: Sho Yutaka / Architectural Designer
Year 2023Episode 7412 min

Architecture That Empowers Communities: Sho Yutaka / Architectural Designer

Sep 25, 2023
Sparking Young Minds with Movies: Kyoraiseki Saori / President, World Theater Project
Year 2023Episode 7512 min

Sparking Young Minds with Movies: Kyoraiseki Saori / President, World Theater Project

Sep 26, 2023
The Art and Science of Squids: Nakajima Ryuta / Visiting Researcher, Okinawa Institute of Science an
Year 2023Episode 7612 min

The Art and Science of Squids: Nakajima Ryuta / Visiting Researcher, Okinawa Institute of Science an

Oct 2, 2023
Kintsugi as a Way of Life: Kiyokawa Hiroki / Lacquer Art Restorer
Year 2023Episode 7712 min

Kintsugi as a Way of Life: Kiyokawa Hiroki / Lacquer Art Restorer

Oct 3, 2023
Protecting Cultural Heritage in Conflict Zones: Shoshana Stewart / President, Turquoise Mountain
Year 2023Episode 7812 min

Protecting Cultural Heritage in Conflict Zones: Shoshana Stewart / President, Turquoise Mountain

Oct 4, 2023
A Sauna for All Five Senses: Goto Netsuko / Aufguss Master
Year 2023Episode 7912 min

A Sauna for All Five Senses: Goto Netsuko / Aufguss Master

Oct 9, 2023
Innovation for a Thirsty World: Maeda Yosuke / Social Entrepreneur/CEO, WOTA
Year 2023Episode 8012 min

Innovation for a Thirsty World: Maeda Yosuke / Social Entrepreneur/CEO, WOTA

Oct 10, 2023
Resonate Around the World! Bells of Peace: Birgit Stifter / Director, Friedensdorf International
Year 2023Episode 8112 min

Resonate Around the World! Bells of Peace: Birgit Stifter / Director, Friedensdorf International

Oct 13, 2023
The Thrill of the Fight: Kurahashi Kae / Japan Wheelchair Rugby Team Member
Year 2023Episode 8212 min

The Thrill of the Fight: Kurahashi Kae / Japan Wheelchair Rugby Team Member

Oct 16, 2023
Documenting the Lives of Refugees: Komatsu Yuka / Photographer
Year 2023Episode 8312 min

Documenting the Lives of Refugees: Komatsu Yuka / Photographer

Oct 17, 2023
Animating the Soul: Taguchi Tomohisa / Animation Director
Year 2023Episode 8412 min

Animating the Soul: Taguchi Tomohisa / Animation Director

Oct 23, 2023
An Asian Way To Rebuild 'Broken Courage': Chhim Sotheara / Psychiatrist
Year 2023Episode 8512 min

An Asian Way To Rebuild "Broken Courage": Chhim Sotheara / Psychiatrist

Nov 3, 2023
Building a Better Future for Refugees: Watanabe Kankolongo Sayaka / Founder, WELgee
Year 2023Episode 8612 min

Building a Better Future for Refugees: Watanabe Kankolongo Sayaka / Founder, WELgee

Nov 6, 2023
An Education Inclusive for Everyone: Jason Arday / Professor of Sociology of Education
Year 2023Episode 8712 min

An Education Inclusive for Everyone: Jason Arday / Professor of Sociology of Education

Nov 16, 2023
Murals Break Down Walls: Paola Delfín / Muralist
Year 2023Episode 8812 min

Murals Break Down Walls: Paola Delfín / Muralist

Nov 17, 2023
Clean Air for Everyone: Nalleli Cobo / Environmental Activist
Year 2023Episode 8912 min

Clean Air for Everyone: Nalleli Cobo / Environmental Activist

Nov 29, 2023
Battle Against the Mosquito: Scott O'Neill / CEO, World Mosquito Program
Year 2023Episode 9012 min

Battle Against the Mosquito: Scott O'Neill / CEO, World Mosquito Program

Dec 7, 2023
Power of the Voices: Rene Silva dos Santos / Founder of Voz das Comunidades
Year 2023Episode 9112 min

Power of the Voices: Rene Silva dos Santos / Founder of Voz das Comunidades

Dec 8, 2023
Making Cultural Connections on the Stage: Koike Hiroshi / Director
Year 2023Episode 9212 min

Making Cultural Connections on the Stage: Koike Hiroshi / Director

Dec 15, 2023
Bringing Smiles to Ukrainian Children: Chujo Hideto / Director, Usmishka
Year 2023Episode 9312 min

Bringing Smiles to Ukrainian Children: Chujo Hideto / Director, Usmishka

Dec 18, 2023
Education, the Right To Be Humans: Pashtana Durrani / Founder, LEARN Afghan
Year 2023Episode 9412 min

Education, the Right To Be Humans: Pashtana Durrani / Founder, LEARN Afghan

Dec 20, 2023
The Feeling of Fearing the Unknown: Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi / Animation Film Director
Year 2023Episode 9512 min

The Feeling of Fearing the Unknown: Daisuke "Dice" Tsutsumi / Animation Film Director

Dec 21, 2023
Animation as an Anti-Anxiety Therapy: Chen Lianhua / Independent Animation Filmmaker
Year 2023Episode 9612 min

Animation as an Anti-Anxiety Therapy: Chen Lianhua / Independent Animation Filmmaker

Dec 22, 2023
A Passion for Chainsawing: Okada Nozomi / Forestry Worker
Year 2023Episode 9712 min

A Passion for Chainsawing: Okada Nozomi / Forestry Worker

Dec 26, 2023

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