WHAT'S GOOD. It's your guy, Naoto Wakabayashi from the FITB Interlude podcast. This episode I talk about how this week's music, Anderson Paak, how my allergies are kicking my ass, and why I'm not using my new microphone. SMH........ Oooo and that Pi'erre Bourne project is legit. Check it out!! Taste Tester (Double Feature): Try Again - Pi'erre Bourne  Poof- Pi'erre Bourne --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

What is going on y'all. This is Episode 17 of the FITB Interlude Podcast with your host, Naoto Wakabayashi. I have not posted an episode in a month since I am getting ready to get new equipment and figured I would take a bit of a break. But man, I wish I didn't take that long of a break. I missed this. And I missed you. This week I talk about Father's Day, 2Pac's birthday, my aunt Joy Kogawa, and Sudan. Hope you guys sit back and relax. Happy Father's Day!! Taste Tester:  Bloom -...

This is the FITB Interlude Podcast with Naoto Wakabayashi. Posting this out of schedule, like usual. This week I talk about culture vultures as well as simp ass bitch ass dudes and how they're f*****g up the game. I also meant vegan, gluten-free mayonnaise. You'll know what I'm talking about once I get there. Enjoy :) Taste Tester: Down to Earth - UMI Socials:  IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter: LaNiiro Apple Music: LaNiiro Spotify: niiroshima Become a supporter of this...

Hey hey. In case you didn't read the title I forgot to mention, this is the 15th episode of the FITB Interlude Podcast! This week, to celebrate this illustrious artist's debut I talk about Ari, Ari, and more Ari. Yes, the one and only Ari Lennox and how I started listening to her music. I touched upon this a bit in a previous episode but I go more in depth and discuss her career and how it inspires me to keep going and keep grinding. Oh and I include living-at-home woes, and much much more...

This is Episode 14 of the FITB Interlude Podcast. In this week's morning instalment I speak on my perceived potential of old friends, letting go of those aforementioned friends, Ari Lennox, and IAMDDB. I hope you all enjoy! And let's continue this conversation over on my socials below. I guess. DM me lmao. Taste Tester: Urban Jazz - IAMDDB Socials: IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter: LaNiiro Apple Music: wakabae Spotify: niiroshima Become a supporter of this...

This is. The one and only. Episode 13 of the FITB Interlude Podcast with your host, Naoto Wakabayashi. This week I talk about Universal's investment in podcasts, Yachty writing for City Girls, and why you should listen to Ella Mai (AND Jacquees too). So sit back and enjoy this episode. Taste tester:  Your Peace (feat. Lil Baby) - Jacquees Socials: IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter: LaNiiro Apple Music: Wakabae  Spotify: niiroshima Become a supporter of this...

Hey! What's good! This is the 12th instalment of the FITB Interlude Podcast with your host Naoto Wakabayashi. In this episode, I start with a tribute to Nipsey Hussle and take back my RIP to Tech 9. And I explain why I declined my job offer for the company in Tokyo! Life is good man. Wild.  Taste Tester: (God I always feel like I have a million songs to show you guys, just found a DOPE song I wish I played instead after I stopped recording SMH) Anime World by SahBabii Become a...

In this instalment of the FITB I got another special guest for y'all, Brittany Kopetsch. She is an incredibly talented artist, graphic designer, and music aficionado. This week we talk about taking criticism, relationships, and recap the Sango show. Sit back and give this one a listen, you do NOT want to miss this episode. Socials Naoto: IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter: LaNiiro Apple Music: wakabae Spotify: niiroshima Brittany: IG: b.tsch Artist IG page: howtokope Become a...

Happy 10th episode!! This week I talk about being supercharged with inspiration, Emotional Oranges, and of course celebrate the battle rap legend Tech 9. Hope you sit back (or stand) and enjoy this 10th instalment of the FITB Interlude Podcast.  Taste Tester: Built That Way - Emotional Oranges  Socials: IG: @naotowakabayashi Twitter: LaNiiro Apple Music: wakabae Spotify: niiroshima Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

This is the 9th instalment of the FITB Interlude podcast with Naoto Wakabayashi. Here I talk about one new release in particular by an extremely talented musician named Little Simz. I also get into St Patrick's Day and why it's kinda trash in Vancouver and waking up early. But for those who've been asking I spend the majority of the time talking music, c'est lit?? Hope you enjoy this latest ep, Ill be back next week!! Taste Tester: Selfish (feat. Cleo Sol) - Little Simz Socials: IG:...

This is episode 8 of the FITB Interlude Podcast with Naoto Wakabayashi. Today is celebratory for two reasons. I return from an overbearingly long hiatus of a week and 2 days AND you, my viewership. I'm shocked at the traction this is getting already and I thank all of you for coming along with me for the journey. Here I talk about childhood traumas and overcoming unexpected events. I also talk about this one song for way too long. Well not that long, I think I had a lot to say and I said...

This is Episode 7 of the FITB Interlude Podcast with your host Naoto Wakabayashi. And...?! Hold up. What? I got a guest this week!! Introducing Patrick Richards! He's the homie, in addition to being a wizard with the camera and video edits.  This week we just talk about our exes, movies, finding yourself and more with the assist from a little Bombay.  Sit back, relax, and please note that we are not educated about anything. Thank you.  Socials: Naoto  IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter:...

This is Episode 6 of the FITB Interlude Podcast with your host Naoto Wakabayashi. Forgot to say my intro in the beginning so I had to sneak that in somewhere! Oh and I got some announcements. I'll be making this podcast a weekly series for now. Which is kinda wild because the daily thing was so much fun. I may switch it up later but for now, it'll be a weekly thing! In this episode I discuss the Oscars; Bradley Cooper's girl's relationship security; and the wild, wild West that happens...

Today on the podcast, I talk about my last night in Tokyo and my apprehensions with moving to a new place. I also touch on inspiration. Its a beautiful thing. I didnt get to ask this on the podcast but what inspires you?? Lmk through a message.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

In this episode of the FITB Interlude Podcast, I'm going to continue the daily Tokyo chronicles and talk about why confronting your worries can help you.  I also showcase two dope musicians, Eris and Tone Stith. Enjoy!!! IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter: ? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

I'm back! And I'm going to be uploading a short episode every day for a week while I'm in Tokyo, talking about my experience here and some cool things I've been doing. BUT BEFORE WE GET INTO ALL THAT, So Far Gone is rereleasing. This episode will be dedicated to arguably the best mixtape of the 2010s.  Enjoy!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

It's the Fill-In-The-Blank Interlude Podcast (for real, how's the name??) with you host Naoto Wakabayashi. This week I am dialling back on the music talk and I am going to be talking about expectation, my own ego, and co-existing with others.  Hope you enjoy the programming this week and we'll get back to the regular schedule once this episode is up. One minipod a day guys!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support