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Episode 589 - J1 Matchday 33 | The J-Talk Podcast

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 4d

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 7.30pm), we round up a mixed weekend for the title contenders, and dogfighters, with our chat with @illusionofease.bsky.social on Tokyo Verdy's season & the future of manager Hiroshi Jofuku sandwiched in between.
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Episode 588 - J1 Matchdays 31 & 32 | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 11d

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 8.30pm), Jon from @jtalket.bsky.social and @stuartcw.bsky.social guest after fine wins for both Yokohama clubs on Sunday ramped up the pressure in the dogfight. Plus, are Kashima going to run away with the title?
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J-Talk: Extra Time – J2 Matchday 30 | The J-Talk Podcast

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J-Talk: Extra Time @jtalket.bsky.social · 14d

NEW POD RELEASE (GENERAL)

ICYMI, this week’s JTET mini-pod is now live on the free @jtalkpod.bsky.social feed!

In a 10-minute solo show, James has all of the key points from last weekend’s J2 games locked down.

Plus all the usual segments & a weekend preview! jtalkpod.podbean.com/e/j-talk-ext...

In this week’s JTET, James Taylor reviews all the action from J2 matchday 30, picks his Most Bravo Player, and previews the matchday 31 fixtures. Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and...

Episode 587 - J1 Matchday 30 | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 19d

Our new pod is out a day earlier than usual due to tomorrow night's round. After an ACL (Elite & Two) review, we chat Kashima going back to the top of J1 after Kyoto's stumble, another draw for Kashiwa, and a #RelegationDogfight update. Plus, the Tamago Classico.
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Jonny and Ben kick off the episode with a review of ACL action from last midweek (to 9:00), before diving in on the eight games played from J1 Matchday 30 on Saturday night, as Kashima moved back to t...

Episode 587 - J1 Matchday 30 | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 19d

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 7.30pm), we're back a day early ahead of tomorrow night's round! Matchday 30 reviewed, as Kashima return to the summit after Kyoto's off night against Shimizu, and a (mostly) positive night for the dogfighters.
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Episode 586 - J1 Matchday 29 with Sean Carroll | The J-Talk Podcast

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 24d

This week's episode is available now via Podbean, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: Sean Carroll guests to chat about the Samurai Blue, and both ends of the J1 table after Matchday 29.
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Sean Carroll joined Jonny and Ben to give his thoughts on Japan's two friendlies in the United States, and the state of the J1 title race and relegation dogfight after the weekend's J1 Matchday 29 (to...

Episode 586 - J1 Matchday 29 with Sean Carroll | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 25d

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 6.30pm), Sean Carroll chats about an underwhelming international break for the Samurai Blue, and runs the rule over the J1 title race and relegation dogfight after Matchday 29.
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J-Talk: Short Corner – J3 September Review | The J-Talk Podcast

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · 27d

Just sent to Jonny. Cheers.

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J-Talk: Extra Time @jtalket.bsky.social · 28d

NEW POD RELEASE (GENERAL)

Our latest JTET Short Corner special is now available on the free @jtalkpod.bsky.social PodBean feed!

In our September episode, James & Jon check in with J3, covering the latest league table plus some (surprising) managerial changes! jtalkpod.podbean.com/e/j-talk-sho...

Jon Steele welcomes back a jetlagged James Taylor for the latest checkup on J3. The episode begins with a brief recap of Sagamihara’s Emperor’s Cup quarter final (to 02:45), before discussing teams ne...

Episode 585 - Mexico 0-0 Japan & Levain Cup | The J-Talk Podcast

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J-Talk: Extra Time @jtalket.bsky.social · 28d

NEW POD RELEASE (PATREON)

A new J3-focused episode of JTET Short Corner is now online for @jtalkpod.bsky.social Patrons!

In this September edition, James & Jon take a deep dive into the latest situation in J3, covering some managerial changes & predicting the final months of the season! #JLeague

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Sep 10

Yeah Osako kept it from getting out of hand! Fair play to the US, scored two good goals.

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Sep 10

This week's episode is available now via Podbean, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: @naoya.io debuts as we chat Kawasaki, Mexico 0-0 Japan and the buildup to USA v Japan (our preview didn't age well as it turns out!).
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After Jonny and Ben begin the episode by rounding up the Levain Cup quarter finals (to 14:15), they were joined by first time guest Naoya Kanai to chat about Kawasaki Frontale's progression to the Lev...

Episode 585 - Mexico 0-0 Japan & Levain Cup | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Sep 9

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 6.30pm), Jonny and Ben review the Levain Cup 1/4 finals, before they're joined by @naoya.io to chat about Kawasaki and Mexico 0-0 Japan, and look ahead to the Samurai Blue's friendly against the USA.
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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Sep 7

Good Q, we're national team focused this week but remind me to ask Jonny once the league resumes.

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Sep 2

This week's episode is available now via Podbean, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: Kyoto correspondent Jamie Meikle chats about Sanga's big win on over Okayama on Saturday, and their remarkable season so far.
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Episode 584 - J1 Matchday 28 | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Sep 2

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 6.30pm), Kyoto correspondent Jamie Meikle guests to chat about Sanga's big win over Okayama, the remarkable Rafael Elias, and what's gone so right this season.
Plus, the rest of the top flight matchday rounded-up.
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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Aug 26

Haha don't worry mate, we focused on the positive for KR with Seamus!

Episode 583 - J1 Matchday 27 | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Aug 26

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 4.30pm), @shaysol.bsky.social guests after Kashiwa's superb comeback win over Urawa on Friday night, plus the rest of a fascinating Matchday 27 slate as things tighten up at both ends of the table.
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In the J.League-sphere, Ryo Nakagawara made a name for himself, between data analysis and Shogun Soccer.

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⚽️ Ryo 📊 @rbyryo.bsky.social · Aug 23

I talked with "J.League Regista" about my background, what motivates me to keep talking about the #JLeague, etc...! ⬇️

Gabriele Anello @nellosplendor.bsky.social · Aug 23

From J. League Regista:

📊 Data in football
📈 The growth of Japanese talents
⚽️ His love for FC Tokyo

We sat down with Ryo Nakagawara (@rbyryo.bsky.social) for an interview over his work and how J.League has changed over the years 🎙️
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Japanity Report

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Gabriele Anello @nellosplendor.bsky.social · Aug 23

From J. League Regista:

📊 Data in football
📈 The growth of Japanese talents
⚽️ His love for FC Tokyo

We sat down with Ryo Nakagawara (@rbyryo.bsky.social) for an interview over his work and how J.League has changed over the years 🎙️
jleagueregista.wordpress.com/2025/08/23/r...

Japanity Report

In the J.League-sphere, Ryo Nakagawara made a name for himself, between data analysis and Shogun Soccer.

jleagueregista.wordpress.com

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Aug 18

Our patrons can now check out this week's podcast, as @jsoccermagazine.bsky.social and Jonny try to make sense of another bonkers J1 matchday.
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Episode 582 - J1 Matchday 26 | The J-Talk Podcast

Episode 580 - J1 Matchday 25 | The J-Talk Podcast

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The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Aug 12

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons, @sam-robson.bsky.social joined Jonny to review all the round 25 action in J1. (Free feed at 6am tomorrow).
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Episode 580 - Ralf's Reds Review | The J-Talk Podcast

The J-Talk Podcast @jtalkpod.bsky.social · Jul 29

NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 3.30pm), @akakichinoeleven.bsky.social guests to chat about Urawa's pair of games in the past week and his experience at the Club World Cup, as well as potential summer window moves, and manager Maciej Skorza.
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