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Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Science Stories</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker32@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abd574fe5b7ffbd9fbbf0a917768cda0.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. 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Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469305</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469305/013_by_rail_through_the_rice_fields.mp3" length="11329336" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. 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Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469306</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469306/014_at_a_native_inn.mp3" length="8129363" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1003</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - Kyoto</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-kyoto--70469307</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469307</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469307/015_kyoto.mp3" length="9771274" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1208</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>016 - The Master Craftsmen of Kyoto</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-the-master-craftsmen-of-kyoto--70469308</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469308</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469308/016_the_master_craftsmen_of_kyoto.mp3" length="11865485" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1469</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>017 - In the Realm of Gods and Spirits</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-in-the-realm-of-gods-and-spirits--70469310</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469310</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469310/017_in_the_realm_of_gods_and_spirits.mp3" length="9844935" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. 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Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469311</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469311/018_young_japan.mp3" length="7809300" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c83d1cc4-fc0a-4f61-aefb-3dcc7c5a9d2a/c83d1cc4-fc0a-4f61-aefb-3dcc7c5a9d2a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c83d1cc4-fc0a-4f61-aefb-3dcc7c5a9d2a/c83d1cc4-fc0a-4f61-aefb-3dcc7c5a9d2a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c83d1cc4-fc0a-4f61-aefb-3dcc7c5a9d2a/c83d1cc4-fc0a-4f61-aefb-3dcc7c5a9d2a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>963</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>019 - A Cup of Tea</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-a-cup-of-tea--70469312</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469312</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469312/019_a_cup_of_tea.mp3" length="7449078" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/218c941c-9919-45cb-8555-a7a4d0fbeb17/218c941c-9919-45cb-8555-a7a4d0fbeb17.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/218c941c-9919-45cb-8555-a7a4d0fbeb17/218c941c-9919-45cb-8555-a7a4d0fbeb17.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/218c941c-9919-45cb-8555-a7a4d0fbeb17/218c941c-9919-45cb-8555-a7a4d0fbeb17.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>918</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>020 - A Wrestling Bout at Osaka</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-a-wrestling-bout-at-osaka--70469313</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469313</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469313/020_a_wrestling_bout_at_osaka.mp3" length="10849661" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d6b4391b-b006-4c03-b19b-a5ad47617d79/d6b4391b-b006-4c03-b19b-a5ad47617d79.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d6b4391b-b006-4c03-b19b-a5ad47617d79/d6b4391b-b006-4c03-b19b-a5ad47617d79.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d6b4391b-b006-4c03-b19b-a5ad47617d79/d6b4391b-b006-4c03-b19b-a5ad47617d79.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1343</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - The Yankee Trader of the Far East</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-the-yankee-trader-of-the-far-east--70469316</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469316</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469316/021_the_yankee_trader_of_the_far_east.mp3" length="9669845" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4dd77afc-55a6-43a1-a6b7-c97df5328ffd/4dd77afc-55a6-43a1-a6b7-c97df5328ffd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4dd77afc-55a6-43a1-a6b7-c97df5328ffd/4dd77afc-55a6-43a1-a6b7-c97df5328ffd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4dd77afc-55a6-43a1-a6b7-c97df5328ffd/4dd77afc-55a6-43a1-a6b7-c97df5328ffd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1195</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - In a Japanese Cotton Mill</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-in-a-japanese-cotton-mill--70469317</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469317</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469317/022_in_a_japanese_cotton_mill.mp3" length="10106415" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9a4237b3-1750-405f-9cd6-226cb2389efb/9a4237b3-1750-405f-9cd6-226cb2389efb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9a4237b3-1750-405f-9cd6-226cb2389efb/9a4237b3-1750-405f-9cd6-226cb2389efb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9a4237b3-1750-405f-9cd6-226cb2389efb/9a4237b3-1750-405f-9cd6-226cb2389efb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1250</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>023 - Fusan to Seoul</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-fusan-to-seoul--70469318</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469318</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469318/023_fusan_to_seoul.mp3" length="9362110" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c00d2df-2e8b-4951-bda1-a7647070945e/8c00d2df-2e8b-4951-bda1-a7647070945e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c00d2df-2e8b-4951-bda1-a7647070945e/8c00d2df-2e8b-4951-bda1-a7647070945e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c00d2df-2e8b-4951-bda1-a7647070945e/8c00d2df-2e8b-4951-bda1-a7647070945e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1157</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>024 - In the Korean Capital</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-in-the-korean-capital--70469319</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469319</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469319/024_in_the_korean_capital.mp3" length="8050921" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d734b5b-464f-4a39-81d0-417d57fd3ba5/3d734b5b-464f-4a39-81d0-417d57fd3ba5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d734b5b-464f-4a39-81d0-417d57fd3ba5/3d734b5b-464f-4a39-81d0-417d57fd3ba5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d734b5b-464f-4a39-81d0-417d57fd3ba5/3d734b5b-464f-4a39-81d0-417d57fd3ba5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>993</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>025 - Life in the Land of Morning Calm</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-life-in-the-land-of-morning-calm--70469321</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469321</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469321/025_life_in_the_land_of_morning_calm.mp3" length="13369553" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/db12b729-3c7a-4d68-835e-1d6f6bf5041e/db12b729-3c7a-4d68-835e-1d6f6bf5041e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/db12b729-3c7a-4d68-835e-1d6f6bf5041e/db12b729-3c7a-4d68-835e-1d6f6bf5041e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/db12b729-3c7a-4d68-835e-1d6f6bf5041e/db12b729-3c7a-4d68-835e-1d6f6bf5041e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1657</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>026 - A night in a Buddhist Monastery</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-a-night-in-a-buddhist-monastery--70469323</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469323</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469323/026_a_night_in_a_buddhist_monastery.mp3" length="7184055" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/35d9248f-ccd1-4e48-941e-6aa33e58fbfd/35d9248f-ccd1-4e48-941e-6aa33e58fbfd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/35d9248f-ccd1-4e48-941e-6aa33e58fbfd/35d9248f-ccd1-4e48-941e-6aa33e58fbfd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/35d9248f-ccd1-4e48-941e-6aa33e58fbfd/35d9248f-ccd1-4e48-941e-6aa33e58fbfd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>885</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agriculture,culture,customs,exploration,government,history,people,society,spirituality,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8212fa57be2b80f7d856ca71b89b0d14.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>027 - Christianity in Korea</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/027-christianity-in-korea--70469324</link><description><![CDATA[Join us on an intriguing journey through Japan and Korea, where we delve into the rich tapestry of their governments, vibrant cultures, and unique agricultural practices. This immersive exploration offers a closer look at the people, their customs, and the spiritual beliefs that shape their lives. Whether you’re curious about the historical significance or the everyday experiences of these nations, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire. (Summary by Betty B)]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70469324</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:23:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70469324/027_christianity_in_korea.mp3" length="10193014" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8aa10857-18f4-4c17-b27d-7613d74a3766/8aa10857-18f4-4c17-b27d-7613d74a3766.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8aa10857-18f4-4c17-b27d-7613d74a3766/8aa10857-18f4-4c17-b27d-7613d74a3766.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8aa10857-18f4-4c17-b27d-7613d74a3766/8aa10857-18f4-4c17-b27d-7613d74a3766.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Frank G. 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