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Jolyon Thomas

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The Classical Ideas Podcast

The Meiji at 150 Podcast

Japan on the Record

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New Books in Japanese Studies

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Ian Johnson

Erica Baffelli

Nick Kapur

Kristian Petersen

Levi McLaughlin

Mayfair Yang

Keller Kimbrough

Benjamin Rolsky

Timothy Brook

Mark A. Nathan

Kevin Gray

Erik Hammerstrom

Heather Blair

Seth Jacobowitz

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Jolyon Baraka Thomas (he/him/his) is assistant professor and interim graduate chair of religious studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of Faking Liberties: Religious Freedom in American-Occupied Japan and Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan. He is currently finishing a book on religion and public schooling in Japan and the United States, and his articles on religion and capitalism have appeared in Material Religion and the Journal of the American Academy of Religion. He also regularly writes for public-facing venues such as Killing the Buddha, Marginalia, The Revealer, Sacred Matters, and Tricycle. Follow Dr. Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jolyonbt Visit Sacred Writes: https://www.sacred-writes.org/2021-cohorts

<a href="https://jolyon.thomasresearch.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jolyon Baraka Thomas</a> (he/him/his) is assistant professor and interim graduate chair of religious studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of <a href="https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/F/bo36844848.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Faking Liberties: Religious Freedom in American-Occupied Japan</a> and <a href="https://uhpress.hawaii.edu/title/drawing-on-tradition-manga-anime-and-religion-in-contemporary-japan/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan</a>. He is currently finishing a book on religion and public schooling in Japan and the United States, and his articles on religion and capitalism have appeared in <a href="https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/17432200.2015.1103476?journalCode=rfmr20" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Material Religion</a> and the <a href="https://academic.oup.com/jaar/article-abstract/88/3/693/5879710?redirectedFrom=fulltext" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Journal of the American Academy of Religion</a>. He also regularly writes for public-facing venues such as <a href="https://killingthebuddha.com/mag/damnation/even-religious-freedom-victories-harbor-defeats/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Killing the Buddha</a>, <a href="https://marginalia.lareviewofbooks.org/domesticity-spirituality-kondo-not-animist/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Marginalia</a>, <a href="https://therevealer.org/religious-freedom-weapon-of-choice/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Revealer</a>, <a href="https://sacredmattersmagazine.com/tongue-in-cheek-just-in-case/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sacred Matters</a>, and <a href="https://tricycle.org/magazine/studio-ghibli-spirituality/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tricycle</a>. Follow Dr. Thomas on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/jolyonbt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/jolyonbt</a> Visit Sacred Writes: <a href="https://www.sacred-writes.org/2021-cohorts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sacred-writes.org/2021-cohorts</a>

EP 221: The Two Faces of Religious Freedom w/Dr. Jolyon Thomas

Jolyon Thomas is a songwriter and producer who has worked with the likes of Royal Blood, U2 and Slaves. He is one half of genre-bending duo, LARRY PINK THE HUMAN. Their new single, "ELEVEN11_GTR_SONG" arrives March 26th on all music streaming services. We talk routine, creating limitations, conviction, LARRY PINK THE HUMAN, working as a team of producers, side projects, how the role of the producer is changing, unlocking an artist’s talents, the importance of visuals, intellectualising art, Jurassic Park and what music gives him that nothing else does. Theme Music: "Breakfast Burger" by Snack Villain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jolyon Thomas is a songwriter and producer who has worked with the likes of Royal Blood, U2 and Slaves. He is one half of genre-bending duo, LARRY PINK THE HUMAN. Their new single, "ELEVEN11_GTR_SONG" arrives March 26th on all music streaming services. We talk routine, creating limitations, conviction, LARRY PINK THE HUMAN, working as a team of producers, side projects, how the role of the producer is changing, unlocking an artist’s talents, the importance of visuals, intellectualising art, Jurassic Park and what music gives him that nothing else does. Theme Music: "Breakfast Burger" by Snack Villain Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

EP.92 // JOLYON THOMAS

Dr. Jolyon Thomas is the author of "Faking Liberties: Religious Freedom in American-Occupied Japan," out now from the University of Chicago Press. Dr. Thomas is assistant professor of religious studies at the University of Pennsylvania.  Follow Jolyon Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jolyonbt Buy "Faking Liberties here.

Dr. Jolyon Thomas is the author of "Faking Liberties: Religious Freedom in American-Occupied Japan," out now from the University of Chicago Press. Dr. Thomas is assistant professor of religious studies at the University of Pennsylvania.  Follow Jolyon Thomas on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/jolyonbt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/jolyonbt</a> Buy "Faking Liberties <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Faking-Liberties-Religious-American-Occupied-Religion/dp/022661879X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1LRZIIFIRHKY5&amp;keywords=faking+liberties&amp;qid=1558278519&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=faking+liberties%2Caps%2C142&amp;sr=1-1-catcorr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

Ep 114: WWII, Religious Freedom, and the Occupation of Japan w/Dr. Jolyon Thomas

Read the original Twitter thread on Dr. Thomas's feed (@JolyonBT) or on his website: http://jolyon.thomasresearch.org/. For more on the history and contemporary practices of Shinto, see:  1) Fabio Rambelli, ed. Spirits and Animism in Contemporary Japan: The Invisible Empire (Bloomsbury, forthcoming May 2019): https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/spirits-and-animism-in-contemporary-japan-9781350097094/2) Jolyon Thomas, “Tongue in Cheek, Just in Case” (Sacred Matters): https://sacredmattersmagazine.com/tongue-in-cheek-just-in-case/ 3) For background on Shintō, see Dr. Thomas's review: https://networks.h-net.org/node/20904/discussions/837862/review-jolyon-thomas-studies-shinto 

Read the original Twitter thread on Dr. Thomas's feed (@JolyonBT) or on his website: <a href="http://jolyon.thomasresearch.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://jolyon.thomasresearch.org/</a>. For more on the history and contemporary practices of Shinto, see: 1) Fabio Rambelli, ed. Spirits and Animism in Contemporary Japan: The Invisible Empire (Bloomsbury, forthcoming May 2019): <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/spirits-and-animism-in-contemporary-japan-9781350097094/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/spirits-and-animism-in-contemporary-japan-9781350097094/</a> 2) Jolyon Thomas, “Tongue in Cheek, Just in Case” (Sacred Matters): <a href="https://sacredmattersmagazine.com/tongue-in-cheek-just-in-case/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sacredmattersmagazine.com/tongue-in-cheek-just-in-case/</a> 3) For background on Shintō, see Dr. Thomas's review: <a href="https://networks.h-net.org/node/20904/discussions/837862/review-jolyon-thomas-studies-shinto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://networks.h-net.org/node/20904/discussions/837862/review-jolyon-thomas-studies-shinto</a>

KonMari on the Record with Dr. Jolyon Thomas (Penn)

John is joined by Laurie &amp; Isaac form Slaves and producer Jolyon Thomas to talk about how they recorded and produced the band's sophomore album 'Acts Of Fear And Love'. We get to hear some of the early demos where the original lyrics don't quite sound the way they should, how Laurie and Jolyon layered up the guitar instead of using distortion and why Isaac's simple drum setup is actually a lot harder to play than it looks. All the usual anecdotes and lots to be inspired by as Laurie and Isaac shed on light on the lessons they've learnt recording their third studio album. Tracks discussed: Photo Opportunity, Chokehold, The Lives They Wish They Had.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES https://linktr.ee/tapenotes  Listen to 'Acts Of Fear And Love' here.'Acts Of Fear And Love' - Virgin EMI Records, Universal Music Operations LimitedIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective  GEAR MENTIONSAmpegPignose AmpFender TelecasterFender Champ AmpFender MustangGibson Les PaulGibson SGNeve 1073Boss TU-3 Tuner PedalShure SM58Tone King AmpsProTools - Recti-Fi Plugin OUR GEARhttps://linktr.ee/tapenotes_ourgear  KEEP UP TO DATEFor behind the scenes photos and the latest updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @tapenotes Twitter: @tapenotes Facebook: @tapenotespodcastYouTube: Tape Notes PodcastDiscord: Tape NotesTo let us know the artists you’d like to hear, Tweet us, slide into our DMs, send us an email or even a letter. We’d love to hear! Visit our website to join our mailing list: www.tapenotes.co.uk  HELP SUPPORT THE SHOWIf you'd like to help support the show you can donate as little or as much as you'd like here, (we really appreciate your contributions :) Donate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John is joined by Laurie &amp; Isaac form Slaves and producer Jolyon Thomas to talk about how they recorded and produced the band's sophomore album 'Acts Of Fear And Love'. We get to hear some of the early demos where the original lyrics don't quite sound the way they should, how Laurie and Jolyon layered up the guitar instead of using distortion and why Isaac's simple drum setup is actually a lot harder to play than it looks. All the usual anecdotes and lots to be inspired by as Laurie and Isaac shed on light on the lessons they've learnt recording their third studio album. Tracks discussed: Photo Opportunity, Chokehold, The Lives They Wish They Had.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES <a href="https://linktr.ee/tapenotes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/tapenotes</a> <a href="https://songwhip.com/slaves-2/actsoffearandlove" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen to 'Acts Of Fear And Love' here.</a>'Acts Of Fear And Love' - Virgin EMI Records, Universal Music Operations LimitedIntro Music - <a href="https://songwhip.com/laurelcollective/sunshinebuddy%20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective </a> GEAR MENTIONS<a href="https://geni.us/xjwiML6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ampeg</a><a href="https://geni.us/1O5X8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pignose Amp</a><a href="https://geni.us/IqAMkmZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fender Telecaster</a><a href="https://geni.us/18EfZ2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fender Champ Amp</a><a href="https://geni.us/3EX2adH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fender Mustang</a><a href="https://geni.us/LOdDem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gibson Les Paul</a><a href="https://geni.us/QGMcjc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gibson SG</a><a href="https://geni.us/yzMEu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Neve 1073</a><a href="https://geni.us/nZNhX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Boss TU-3 Tuner Pedal</a><a href="https://geni.us/BQ1vNM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shure SM58</a><a href="https://geni.us/MqZIU1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tone King Amps</a><a href="https://www.avid.com/plugins/d-fi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ProTools - Recti-Fi Plugin</a> OUR GEAR<a href="https://linktr.ee/tapenotes_ourgear" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/tapenotes_ourgear</a> KEEP UP TO DATEFor behind the scenes photos and the latest updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/tapenotes?igshid=1ltiycavj644n" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@tapenotes</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/TapeNotes?s=20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@tapenotes</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tapenotespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@tapenotespodcast</a>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TapeNotesPodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tape Notes Podcast</a>Discord: <a href="https://discord.gg/mdH6Hj8XRQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tape Notes</a>To let us know the artists you’d like to hear, Tweet us, slide into our DMs, send us an email or even a letter. We’d love to hear! Visit our website to join our mailing list: <a href="http://www.tapenotes.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tapenotes.co.uk</a> HELP SUPPORT THE SHOWIf you'd like to help support the show you can donate as little or as much as you'd like here, (we really appreciate your contributions :) <a href="https://tapenotes.co.uk/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Donate</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

TN:17 Slaves & Jolyon Thomas

In this episode, Dr. Thomas revisits the history of religion during the Meiji Period, outlining the impacts of the Restoration on Buddhism in Japan.  We discuss the anxiety felt by Buddhists after 1868, Buddhist practitioners' reactions to institutionalized Shinto in the prewar period, the religious consequences of the postwar American Occupation, and links between animation and religious practice in contemporary Japan. (Transcript here).

In this episode, Dr. Thomas revisits the history of religion during the Meiji Period, outlining the impacts of the Restoration on Buddhism in Japan.  We discuss the anxiety felt by Buddhists after 1868, Buddhist practitioners' reactions to institutionalized Shinto in the prewar period, the religious consequences of the postwar American Occupation, and links between animation and religious practice in contemporary Japan. (Transcript <a href="https://meijiat150.arts.ubc.ca/episode-96-dr-jolyon-thomas-penn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>).

Episode 96 - Dr. Jolyon Thomas (Penn)

The worlds of cinema and illustrated fiction are replete with exciting data for the historian of religion. Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan (University Of Hawai’i Press, 2012), by author Jolyon Thomas, sets up a robust theoretical model for examining how the concept of religion is deployed in these mediums. Thomas outlines how the category religion can be understood within the Japanese context and various reasons why religious markers and themes are reproduced in manga and anime culture. His detailed illustration of the typologies of the manga/anime/religion nexus is achieved through both narrative analysis of illustrated fiction and film, as well as ethnographies of digital and material environments. In our conversation we discussed the production and marketing elements of manga, its uses for proselytization, some ritualized responses of audiences, famous authors and their works, such as Tezuka Osamu’s Buddha, religious movements derived from manga and anime culture, the religiously nationalistic elements of Kobayashi Yoshinori’s On Yasukuni and On the Emperor, the filmic career of Miyazaki Hayao, and the role of manga in Aum Shinrikyo’s rise and fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

The worlds of cinema and illustrated fiction are replete with exciting data for the historian of religion. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/0824836545/?tag=newbooinhis-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan</a> (University Of Hawai’i Press, 2012), by author <a href="http://www.thomasresearch.org/jolyon/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jolyon Thomas</a>, sets up a robust theoretical model for examining how the concept of religion is deployed in these mediums. Thomas outlines how the category religion can be understood within the Japanese context and various reasons why religious markers and themes are reproduced in manga and anime culture. His detailed illustration of the typologies of the manga/anime/religion nexus is achieved through both narrative analysis of illustrated fiction and film, as well as ethnographies of digital and material environments. In our conversation we discussed the production and marketing elements of manga, its uses for proselytization, some ritualized responses of audiences, famous authors and their works, such as Tezuka Osamu’s Buddha, religious movements derived from manga and anime culture, the religiously nationalistic elements of Kobayashi Yoshinori’s On Yasukuni and On the Emperor, the filmic career of Miyazaki Hayao, and the role of manga in Aum Shinrikyo’s rise and fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>Support our show by becoming a premium member! <a href="https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion</a>

Jolyon Thomas, “Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan” (University Of Hawai’i Press, 2012)

The worlds of cinema and illustrated fiction are replete with exciting data for the historian of religion. Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan (University Of Hawai’i Press, 2012), by author Jolyon Thomas, sets up a robust theoretical model for examining how the concept of religion is... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

The worlds of cinema and illustrated fiction are replete with exciting data for the historian of religion. Drawing on Tradition: Manga, Anime, and Religion in Contemporary Japan (University Of Hawai’i Press, 2012), by author Jolyon Thomas, sets up a robust theoretical model for examining how the concept of religion is... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>Support our show by becoming a premium member! <a href="https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies</a>