Notes on Japanese Corporate Culture

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Notes on Japanese Corporate Culture is a society podcast hosted by Shigeki Sensei, with 42 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Shigeki Sensei hosts Notes on Japanese Corporate Culture, a society show with 42 episodes published.

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  AI-Era Media Literacy: You're Not Just Watching Information—You're Watching Yourself

  Jul 29, 20264 min

  AI is changing more than the way content is created—it is changing the way we experience reality. In this episode, I explore why modern media literacy is no longer just about detecting fake news or verifying facts. Instead, it begins with understanding our own emotional responses to carefully crafted stories and digital experiences. Whether it's travel videos, self-improvement books, or AI-generated content, we are often drawn into compelling narratives rather than objective information. The most important question is not simply, "Is this true?" but, "Why does this affect me so deeply?" That awareness may become our greatest defense.

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  Work or Freedom — Either Way, It’s a Story

  Mar 26, 20263 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I take a critical look at two seemingly opposite lifestyles: the traditional salaried career and the FIRE movement. While they appear fundamentally different, both rely on personal narratives that help individuals cope with uncertainty and constraint. I explore how people assign meaning to work or elevate freedom as an ideal, not necessarily because these paths are inherently fulfilling, but because they make reality more bearable. Rather than rejecting these narratives, the key lies in recognizing them. Awareness allows us to step back, question our assumptions, and consciously choose how we interpret and shape our lives.</p>

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  Small Talk, Knowledge, and the Power of Simply Being Human

  Dec 6, 20255 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I talk about small talk in business and why it matters more than we think. Knowledge used to be power, but today information is everywhere — in a search bar, in a phone, in AI. What people remember is not how smart we sound, but how we make them feel. Small talk is the doorway to trust, the warm moment before the real conversation begins. It’s not about performing or impressing others. It’s about presence, ease, and being human. When we speak simply and listen sincerely, connection happens — quietly, naturally. That is where communication truly begins.<

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  The Salaryman Mindset — Why Many People Choose Safe Answers

  Dec 3, 20253 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I talk about the mindset many Japanese salarymen develop through school and work. We grow up believing there is always one correct answer. But in real life, there is no single truth. Many people start looking for the “optimal answer” instead — a safe reply that keeps others comfortable but hides their own thoughts. It avoids conflict, but it also stops personal growth. When we choose safe answers for too long, we lose our voice and our worldview becomes weak. Real freedom begins when we think for ourselves and speak with our own words.</p>

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  Mocking Baldness at Work — Harmless Joke or Hidden Harm

  Jun 20, 20254 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we explore a sensitive but important topic: the casual teasing of baldness in the workplace. While often brushed off as harmless humor, such jokes can carry real emotional weight and reflect deeper issues in workplace culture. Drawing from personal experiences in both Japanese and international settings, I discuss why “harmless teasing” is not always harmless — and how it affects the dignity and mental well-being of those involved. It's time we rethink how we treat others, especially when it comes to physical appearance. Respect, not ridicule, should define our professional environments.</p>

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