More from our good friend Lafcadio Hearn in this episode, namely Ingwa-Banashi, The Gratitude of the Samebito, and Of a Promise Kept. Hope you enjoy them as much as I did!

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Coronabonus Episode 2 - Three short stories

Hello! I decided that while we're all locked up, I would release an episode that's miles different from the usual. During this episode, I'm reading a short story by Patrick Lafcadio Hearn called A Passional Karma. It's a really interesting Japanese ghost story that has elements of classical tragedy and horror, but presented through a Buddhist lens. I really hope you enjoy it. Listening to my own voice when editing is not my strong suit!

Coronabonus Episode 1 - A Passional Karma

I really hope you're all doing well despite the global pandemic. This time I am reading Japanese Ghost Stories by Lafcadio Hearn. Its very interesting to read the interpretation of culture by a Western author, but one living in Japan during the Meiji era. Stay safe, love you. 

Episode 7 - Comfortable lock-in

Hello! This episode sees Bateman working from home a bit, as the code he writes refuses to work. Also he reads a bit of Japanese Ghost Stories by Lafcadio Hearn. Jake refused to come and sit with me this time. 

Episode 6 - The Sun Returns

Sweet baby Jesus we're back. Just on my own this time, as it's much less stressful than getting someone in to be my guest.  This week, I was reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. I then folded the laundry. 

Episode 5 - Christmas is Coming

This week I sit down with my wife Alice, which is nice (and a little rare)! Alice was reading The Last Children of Tokyo by Yoko Tawada, and I was playing Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. If you'd like to be a guest, or if you have any suggestions, please contact us through any social media channel! 

Episode 4 - Alice McBride

Content Warning - this episode may not be suitable for those with misophonia as Jake makes some real weird noises. This week I sit with poet and author Syd Briscoe for some well-earned quiet time. Syd was reading Call Me By Your Name, and I was just faffing about in general. Jake was being buck wild so enjoy that. 

Episode 3 - Syd Briscoe

This episode I sat with comedian and nice boy David Callaghan. David was watching some football highlights and then doing some writing. I was playing Diablo III again. Highlights include Jake licking his lips right next to the microphone, and me adjusting the blinds in the room. Also try and spot where I get a phone call from my mum. 

Episode 2 - David Callaghan

This episode I sit with comedian and writer Richard Brown. Richard was reading Room to Dream by David Lynch and Kristine McKenna. I was playing Diablo III on the Switch.  Highlights include - Jake the Dog getting up and moving in a circle a bit, and a somewhat loud slap that I can't identify. 

Episode 1 - Richard Brown

Just a quick trailer to let you know what we're all about, and to get you right on board this chill train.

Episode 0 - Trailer

Join host Bateman McBride as he sits quietly in a comfy space with a guest or on his own. This podcast is some time for you to catch up on a book, write something, or relax with some ambient noise and a bit of company. Also Bateman thought it'd be really funny to get guests on a podcast who don't say anything.

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