Some well-known and some you may have never heard of. Our takes on some popular conspiracy theories. Fake snow, MLK, a Yeti attack, and Disney. What's your favorite conspiracy theory?על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this fun episode of Happy Times, Trevor realizes he’s a full-on “wota” (idol superfan) obsessed with AKB-48’s Mayuyu. Jeff and Trevor dive into otaku culture, exploring the “Top 10 Types of Otaku” and the quirky world of idols. Trevor hilariously shares how his simple life turned into a fandom frenzy, thanks to Tokyo’s marriage app, “Tokyo Futar…

Welcome to Spinning Yarns, where we bring you laughter, entertainment, and a whole lot of fun! Coming Out of the FFN Spinning Yarns Shines a light on local talent Join us as we dive into hilarious anecdotes, entertaining stories, and engaging discussions that will leave you smiling from ear to ear. Support the show…

The ongoing case of Karen Read. John O'Keefe was murdered...but by who? Was it a jealous girlfriend or did something else happen and it was covered up?על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Are conspiracy theories crazy...or have they just not been proven true yet? We have some fun with some of the conspiracy theories from the past that were proven true!על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this Episode Of Spinning Yarns We welcome our newest co host ANA. PI3RC3 an ANA discuss local food spots in Kaitaia and getting out of toxic relationships. Listen to the full episode to find out more. Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The Sandra Birchmore case including the long-awaited arrest!על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this episode, I sit down with John, an Australian podcaster living in Nagoya and the host of the “Ohazassu” morning podcast. We delve into his experiences in Japan, fatherhood, and the journey of learning a new language and culture. John also opens up about his cancer diagnosis and treatment within the Japanese medical system. His story is inspi…

Kii is a ted talk speaker, Co founder of the SaySo Project and podcasting Genius. in this episode kii discusses his journey growing up in the far north. The importance of staying consistent and creating opportunities for people from kaitaia. Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

Survey says, GUILTY. This is the tragic case of the murder of Rebecca Bliefnick.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In the words of our boi Noah Oskow over Unseen Japan, "It’s been fourteen years since the release of Jake Adelstein’s seminal memoir Tokyo Vice: An American Reporter on the Police Beat in Japan. Since then, the book has become the go-to popular non-fiction for those interested in the Japanese underworld. Tokyo Vice was still a mainstay in true crim…

The similar cases of Alan Abrahamson and Thomas Hickman.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

The controversial case of Katie and Steven Pladl.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this episode, Jeff and his lovely (but tired) wife, Miho, take listeners on peaceful walks through Nagano’s rice fields, joined by their Shiba Inu, Kako. As they stroll, they share heartfelt conversations about life, parenting, and their everyday experiences. With nature’s backdrop, each episode offers a soothing escape into the simple joys of f…

MY COUSIN WANTED TO JUMP ON MY PODCAST Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The case of Randy Stair, known as the "Danny Phantom Killer".על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

This interview was taken from my appearance on the Weekly Fascination show hosted by Tracy Greenwood, which you can watch here. Oh, and the cover art? Yeah, that’s definitely not the work of any fancy algorithms. Nope. Just a genuine, hand-drawn synthwave masterpiece of a “photo” of Tracy and me, in all our photorealistic glory. Absolutely no tech …

The sad death of Eric Richins. A case about love, greed, sandwiches and Moscow Mules.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Rapid fire questions and laughs Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

Case Updates on Noah Presgrove, Gypsy Rose, Alex Murdaugh, Ellen Greenberg and Rex Heuermann.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

A big “Sorry” to my 4 loyal listeners—please feel free to skip the long, one-hour rant at the beginning. I promise the music and AI talk afterward is worth sticking around for! 😅 SUPPORT THE SHOW! Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and crowd-funded. If you like what you hear, please consider becoming a patron at Patreon. Every bit help…

The tragic case of pro-wrestler Chris Benoit, his wife Nancy and their son, Daniel.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Lennox is a 17 year old Entrepreneur who is grinding it out in the FFN to make a name for himself as one of the next big leaders in the business world. In this episode Lennox discuss his journey to becoming a young entrepreneur, created multiple businesses in the far north and his struggle with the Kaitaia college board of trusties. Support the sho…

The death of the father of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

The case of Kadie Major and her daughter, River. Closed case? We don't think so.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this episode we talk to lead singer of JTB Jackson Taylor. Jackson discusses his experience growing up in the far north. his passion of music. Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The Tulsa Cold Case of teenager Dena Ann Dean.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

The Case of Nicole VanderHeyden. Who did it: Random guy from a bar or someone much closer?על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Running it back Tihei Harawira is a Rapper From the Farnoth who is not a stranger to Many. In this episode of Spinning Yarns Tihei discusses the rap scene in Nz and his journey through life. Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The very recent and tragic case of Lauren Johansen. TRIGGER WARNING for domestic violence.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

The mysterious disappearance of Jason Landry. Clothes, fish and car found on a dirt road, but he hasn't been seen since.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Once again, Trevor-kohai was lured into DIJ studios under the pretense of ‘a quick chat’ with 'free pizza and matcha' only to be mercilessly schooled in the ancient, highly classified art of podcasting—WW2 Japanese Secret Police-style. Picture it: 12 grueling hours of unrelenting waterboarding with Calpis (don’t worry, we used the fizzy kind for ma…

In this Spinning Yarns Special Pierce and Ana discuss past relationships and experiences they've experienced growing up. The couple dive into troubles young people face within toxic relationships and behaviors Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The case of Isaac Schuman and the Apple River Stabbing.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this episode, we speak with Tracy Greenwood, lawyer and producer of the Weekly Fascination YouTube Channel and Podcast. If you want to learn more Tracy, check out the following: Weekly Fascination on YouTube Weekly Fascination on Apple Podcasts Tracy on Instagram Tracy on X Links from the show: Southern All Stars - 真夏の果実 (outro) Creutzfeldt-Jako…

The murder of Amy Allwine and the lengths her murderer went through to try to cover their tracks.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

John Alec Is a guitarist from the Hokianga. In episode 15 of Spinning Yarns John discusses his Journey to becoming a musician and creating a scene in the far north for musicians Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The mysterious death of Todd Geib.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

The horrific case of Jennifer Schuett. Trigger warning for basically everything but it is a SURVIVOR story!על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

In this captivating episode, we sit down with Lawrence Repeta, a distinguished lawyer, business executive, and law professor who served in Japan and the United States. Lawrence discusses his recently published book, Japan's Prisoners of Conscience, which provides a gripping account of the criminal prosecution of three peaceful protestors in Japan d…

In episode #14 of Spinning Yarns Pi3rc3's Talks to brothers Te hauroa and Mana about there band Zentarge. The brothers discuss their journey to creating the band, the love of music and their supportive whanau Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The strange case of Noah Donohoe in Belfast.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Today we speak with legendary Swedish YouTuber and content creator, SephirothSword57, known to his swordlings/followers as Seph-Sama. The Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and crowd-funded, so if you like what you hear, please consider supporting the show. LINKS: YouTube: SephirothSword5 Patreon: patreon.com/Sephirothsword57 Twitter: …

The disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley on a cruise ship and the multiple sightings since.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Kidwrld Is a local artist coming out of the Far North Awanui (ATOWN43). In this episode of Spinning Yarns Jakob discuses his love of Music and and his Journey of becoming an artist. Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The tragic death of Olivia Flores by an out-of-control State Trooper.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

The mysterious case of The Jamison Family in Oklahoma.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk

Originally aired: April 2020 In December 2022, shortly after filming the documentary, "Mark - A Call to Action," which illuminates Mark's remarkable life as an historian, educator, and activist, Mark Bookman passed away at the age of 31. In this episode, we spoke with Mark about his doctoral dissertation on the history of disability policy in Japan…

Nautilifts is a is a social media/ fitness influencer in episode 12 of spinning yarns we discuss his weight loss journey, and becoming social media influencer Support the showעל ידי Pierce Penewiripo

The case of Jessica Renee Johnson. Was it self-harm or murder? You decide.על ידי Darin and Amy Burk