{"id":11216,"date":"2010-03-24T16:22:25","date_gmt":"2010-03-24T20:22:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/?p=11216"},"modified":"2010-03-24T16:23:08","modified_gmt":"2010-03-24T20:23:08","slug":"brainstorm-crew-request-for-article-writers-from-jq-editor-justin-tedaldi-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/2010\/03\/24\/brainstorm-crew-request-for-article-writers-from-jq-editor-justin-tedaldi-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Brainstorm Crew: Request for article writers from JQ Editor Justin Tedaldi"},"content":{"rendered":"

The latest issue of JQ (JETAA NY Quarterly) Magazine<\/strong><\/a> has hit the stands, and now Editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2000-01)<\/strong> working on the next issue and seeking writers.\u00a0 Read on for more info.\u00a0 (It also actually stands on its own as a great list of JET-relevant things and interesting JET alums.)<\/em><\/p>\n

Hi, Brainstorm Crew!<\/p>\n

Hope everyone’s enjoying the start of spring (a link to JQ\u2019s new issue is here<\/a><\/strong> in case you haven’t seen it yet).<\/p>\n

Thanks always for your contributions and ideas and feel to link the new issue to your own sites\/blogs to help promote us.<\/p>\n

We are also taking on new writers if you\u2019d like to provide some \u201clocal international coverage\u201d of your chapter to appear in our pages. Contact me at magazine@jetaany.org<\/a><\/strong> for details.<\/p>\n

Some of you have already signed up for stories at our quarterly meeting in February, so the below deadlines are the same (let me know how those stories are coming along). Here are the ideas needing takers for our May\/June 2010 issue and beyond. De wa<\/em>\u2026
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FRIDAY, APRIL 2:<\/strong> Registering a story assignment with me at magazine@jetaany.org<\/a><\/strong>, or pitching an idea of your own for approval. First come, first served, and all suggestions are welcome. We’ve been picking up more new writers with each issue, and I encourage all first-timers whether you consider yourself a seasoned writer or not. (Just mind the deadlines!)
\nFRIDAY, APRIL 23:<\/strong> Deadline for submitting\u00a0a final draft of your story. Extensions will be granted on a case-by-case basis, less\u00a0so for\u00a0new writers.
\nI would also greatly appreciate added assistance for the following:
\nREVIVE THE SOCIETY PAGE!<\/em><\/strong>:<\/strong> Are you a superJET who\u2019s up-to-date on what\u2019s happening in the lives of our members here in New York and elsewhere? I\u2019d like to bring back the JETAANY Society Page with your help. I would carry this feature in every issue, to run at least half a page (600 words). E-mail me for more details and we\u2019ll talk.<\/p>\n

COPY EDITING\/PROOFREADING<\/em><\/strong>:<\/strong> For those of you who like reading this thing cover to cover. Multiple times.<\/p>\n

AD SALES CALLS<\/em><\/strong>:<\/strong> More sales means more JETAANY-sponsored events.\u00a0 It takes under two minutes to get an answer in most cases.\u00a0 Write for more info.
\nYOUR OWN STORY IDEAS<\/em><\/strong>: <\/strong>Anything\u2019s fair game! Some of our most interesting material comes from suggestions from our more dedicated readers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Now the fun stuff. Below are the story ideas.\u00a0Thanks for reading and providing your support, and e-mail at magazine@jetaany.org<\/a><\/strong> with any other questions\/ideas.<\/p>\n

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CONSULATE GENERAL JAPAN CARAVAN<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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TOP PICK FOR A STORY! Help out the consulate to teach more young people about Japan .<\/strong> This is a decade-plus program run by New York \u2019s Consulate General of Japan that sends consulate staff (American and Japanese) to New York high schools and junior high schools to introduce students to Japanese culture. Back in January, I participated as a volunteer and enjoyed taking part in a Q&A with a very enthusiastic anime\/manga club and faculty. The purpose of this article will be to increase awareness of the program so more JETAA members can get involved.<\/p>\n

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J-CATION AT JAPAN SOCIETY REVIEW \u2013 APRIL 10<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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From Japan Society\u2019s homepage:<\/em> Feast on everything Japan Society has to offer at j-CATION, a day-long event taking over Japan Society’s theater, gallery, lounge, and classrooms.
\nTake your taste buds on a trip to Japan as the first-ever j-CATION digs into the theme of Japanese food.\u00a0 Feast your eyes on Edible Cinema, drool over innovative bento box creations, and enjoy how-tos, tastings, and unexpected pairings of speakers throughout the day.\u00a0 Authentic and unusual drinks and bites satisfy cravings of the curious.\u00a0 The evening explodes into a feeding frenzy of music as the delicious sounds of Asobi Seksu<\/a> deliver the main course.\u00a0 A D.J.’s mouthwatering, sweet beats rock j-CATION<\/strong> into the night. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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http:\/\/www.japansociety.org\/event_detail?eid=39639237<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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LUCKYRICE FESTIVAL REVIEW \u2013 APR 29-MAY 2<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

For JET foodies! Attendees will receive a 10% discount by the promoters.<\/p>\n

This festival\u2014which is all about Asian food and will be held over three nights in different Manhattan locations\u2014is being produced in collaboration with an acclaimed Culinary Council of chefs – Daniel Boulud, David Chang, Eric Ripert, Tadashi Ono and many more–and is focused on celebrating the influence of Asian culture and cuisines in America.<\/p>\n

www.luckyrice.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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SALON SERIES\/SAKURA MATSURI @ BBG \u2013 MAY 1 & 2<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Salon Series is an ongoing program of informative and educational lectures, lecture-demonstration and performances aimed at those who are interested in deepening their knowledge of the performing arts of Japan . The series is held on Sunday afternoons three times a year at Tenri Cultural Institute, and will perform at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden \u2019s annual Sakura Matsuri in early May.\u00a0 I can put you in touch with SS\u2019 president, who is also an accomplished Japanese dancer and performer.<\/p>\n

Sakura Matsuri is New York city \u2019s \u201crite of spring,\u201d a phenomenal weekend celebrating Japanese culture with over 60 events and performances. Enjoy contemporary and traditional Japanese music and dance, taiko drumming, ikebana flower arranging, Japanese DJs, presentations on the art of manga, tea ceremonies, and workshops for all ages.<\/p>\n

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JET ALUM RUNNING FOR CONGRESS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

JET alumnus David Boling has announced his candidacy for the 2nd congressional seat in Arkansas . Support your fellow alum with a profile and a story about his campaign efforts!<\/p>\n

www.bolingforcongress.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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JAPAN<\/span><\/strong> INFORMATION CENTER<\/span><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n

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\nProfile. Take advantage of Japan Information Center to promote Japan !
\nThe Japan Information Center (JIC) is the cultural and public affairs section of the Consulate General of Japan in New York . The JIC\u2019s Services:
\n– Distributes educational materials, posters and pamphlets on Japan
\n– Provides speakers on various aspects of Japan to the schools throughout
\nthis region
\n– Provides information on the Japanese Government Scholarships & the JET
\nProgram
\n– Distributes the e-newsletter Japan Info
\n– Loans videos\/DVDs and cultural artifacts
\nPlease sign up to subscribe Japan Info here:
\nhttp:\/\/www.ny.us.emb-japan.go.jp\/en\/c\/index.html<\/a><\/strong>
\nFor more information and to contact JIC, please go to the website here:
\nhttp:\/\/www.ny.us.emb-japan.go.jp\/en\/b\/01.html<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ASIA<\/strong> SOCIETY<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Earlier this\u00a0year NYC\u2019s Asia Society held a concert called \u201cHogaku,\u201d or Japanese folk instruments played with modern flair. We\u2019ve never profiled Asia Society, so this would be a great time to find out more about how they select their Japanese attractions and exhibitions. www.asiasociety.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Japan Society\u2019s Spring 2010 Performing Arts Schedule \u2013 Kyogen, etc.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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This season features kyogen<\/em> (this weekend!<\/strong>) live theater and music.\u00a0 Am open to profiles\/reviews of any of the following listed at the page below.<\/p>\n

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http:\/\/www.japansociety.org\/performingarts<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Exhibit: Kuniyoshi Monster Prints<\/span><\/strong>\u200f<\/span><\/strong> at Japan Society \u2013 REVIEW<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Graphic Heroes, Magic Monsters: Japanese Prints by Utagawa Kuniyoshi from the Arthur R. Miller Collection, March 12-June 13, 2010, at Japan Society Gallery<\/p>\n

Thrashing sea creatures, samurai warriors, and a giant, looming skeleton are among the distinguishing subjects of the brashest of Japan \u2019s Ukiyo-e masters, Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797\u20131861), whose populist oeuvre is to be presented by Japan Society Gallery from March 12 to June 13, 2010.<\/p>\n

Fresh from its spring 2009 showing at London \u2019s Royal Academy of Arts, where it was the surprise smash hit of the season, Graphic Heroes, Magic Monsters: Japanese Prints by Utagawa Kuniyoshi from the Arthur R. Miller Collection<\/a> marks the first major exhibition of Kuniyoshi\u2019s work in the United States in nearly 30 years.\u00a0 The exhibition has been organized by the Royal Academy in collaboration with Arthur R. Miller and The British Museum.\u00a0 The vast majority of the 150 color woodblock prints on display are from the Arthur R. Miller Collection, New York , generously loaned to Japan Society by the American Friends of the British Museum .<\/p>\n

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INTERVIEW CLAIR\u2019S PROGRAMME COORDINATOR <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sacha Battrick works in the JET Programme Management Department
\nfor the Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR) in Tokyo . If you\u2019ve ever wondered just what a Programme Coordinator does, here\u2019s your chance to do a profile and tell the rest of the JET universe.
\nhttp:\/\/www.clair.or.jp<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

JET ALUM\/SAKE EXPERT JOHN GAUNTNER<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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John is a noted lecturer on sake who travels the world to speak all about this appealing beverage. He just published a new eBook entitled Japan For Sake Lovers. Profile John by e-mail and maybe he\u2019ll send you a gratis copy of the book to help boost the piece!<\/p>\n

www.sake-world.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ISSHONI LONDON \u2013 JET Alum Vanessa Villalobos<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

London JET alum\u2019s blog: events, news, review and interviews. I met her back in December and this would be a good Q&A piece for any JETs wanting to learn more about how our alumni groups operate overseas.<\/p>\n

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http:\/\/www.isshonilondon.co.uk\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Isshoni-London\/119415767689<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

http:\/\/twitter.com\/IsshoniVanessa<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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SAMURAI BEAT RADIO<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

This site deals with J-pop and culture in the U.S. They hosted this neat event at Kinokuniya in December. Profile.<\/p>\n

Rate J-Pop Christmas Songs at Kinokuniya: Sat. Dec 19th! <\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Samurai Beat Radio will be participating in Kinokuniya Bookstore\u2019s big Christmas Raffle event on Sat. Dec 19 starting 1pm.<\/em><\/p>\n


\nIt\u2019s \u201cSamurai Beat Radio presents Rate the J-Pop Christmas Songs!\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n


\nVote online now! Find and hear the selections here on SBR blog!!<\/em><\/p>\n

http:\/\/blog.samuraibeatradio.com<\/a><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n

info@samuraibeatradio.com<\/a><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n

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JAPAN NITE 2010 AT BOWERY BALLROOM<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Annual concert featuring indie acts from Japan , which just wrapped up last week in Manhattan after swinging through the SXSW festival. I can put you in touch with the organizer if you\u2019d like to do a profile on the show itself or any of the individual bands.<\/p>\n

Lineup: Red Bacteria Vacuum \/ Omodaka \/ JinnnyOops! \/ Okamato’s<\/p>\n

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http:\/\/www.boweryballroom.com\/event\/4053<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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BAND PROFILES: ECHOSTREAM\/SUPERGLORIOUS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Echostream appeared at last spring\u2019s New York Anime festival.\u00a0 Their singer is Japanese and they\u2019ve performed at such venues like Bowery Ballroom.\u00a0 Profile.<\/p>\n

Superglorious is an NYC based event producer that produced the FETES \u201909 rock concert following last September\u2019s New York Anime Festival.\u00a0 They live events with music lovers in mind with a Japanese twist.\u00a0 From their homepage: Music is energy, music is spiritual.\u00a0 Our goal is simply to push the limits of what is being done live and blow minds\u2026<\/p>\n

Hayden Brereton<\/p>\n

www.superglorious.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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A CRITICAL JAPANESE ASSESSMENT OF \u2018HEROES\u2019<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019ve never seen the hit show, but I understand that it\u2019s featured several prominent Japanese and Japanese American actors who speak plenty of Nihongo as the scenes call for it. Any fans of the show out there who care to do a commentary of whether or not it\u2019s authentic and\/or a good example of \u201ccool Japan\u201d\u2019s soft power in the American mainstream?<\/p>\n

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JETLOG: LAURA POP (PROFILE) <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Laura is a current JET (Mie-ken 2008-) who writes fantasy and science fiction for<\/p>\n

children and young adults, and is an occasional playwright\/film maker.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s one of her short stories titled \u201cIn theShadow Realm\u201d \u2013<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.viatouch.com\/learn\/Storystation\/Stories\/in_shadow_realm.jsp<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a documentary she made in Malawi (on<\/p>\n

YouTube):\u00a0 http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ApdQpfi4i7E<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

To read about her amazing adventures all over Japan , check out her her blog:\u00a0 http:\/\/laurajanepopp.livejournal.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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JET ALUM IN JAPAN STEPHEN PALANIK<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Stephen (Fukushima-ken, 2004-08) is currently living in Japan post-JET, and has helped JetWit.com<\/a> honcho Steven Horowitz in posting jobs that are currently up for grabs in Japan . Would make a nice JETlog profile.
\nMATT SCHLECHT, EDITOR OF NYABlog<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Matt (Akita-ken, ’98-’99) is the editor of online art listings and reviews site\u00a0NY Art Beat (<\/a>www.NYArtBeat.co<\/strong><\/a>m<\/strong><\/p>\n

).\u00a0Even though\u00a0it covers the NYC art world,\u00a0it has a strong connection to Tokyo . Profile.<\/p>\n

TEAMTEACHERS.COM<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

An innovative telecommunications site for Team Teaching, founded by a JET. www.teamteachers.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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JOB PROSPECTS FOR JETS, CIRCA 2010<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I’m interested in a piece that talks about the challenges new returnee JETs face after coming home and looking for work in this economy, as well as other JET alums\u00a0considering new jobs or just looking for work.\u00a0 This could be as simple as anecdotes (along the lines of our “How’s the Economy Treating You?” feature from fall 2008), but I’d like to turn this into an actual feature story, with at least three volunteers providing the details. And if you happened to have found a job in this economic climate, share the joy to give the rest of us some hope!<\/p>\n

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JETSET – CANADIAN JETS IN JAPAN<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Melissa C. runs JETset, a site for Canadian JETs in Japan and the\u00a0number one Web site for JET participants.\u00a0Site profile. http:\/\/www.jetsetjapan.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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JET ALUM KIRK AKAHOSHI \/ QUARTERLIFE CRISIS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Kirk Akahoshi is a life coach and NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) practitioner who is also currently pursuing a marriage and family therapy license. He leads the “Quarterlife Crisis Workshop” and would make\u00a0an interesting subject\u00a0for the self-employed\/entrepreneur JET alum angle. \u00a0www.QuarterlifeCrisisCoach.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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JETlog: DAN DOOHER <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Dan is a prefectural advisor in Akita-ken.\u00a0 Would make a good profile (to learn just what a PA does)\u00a0or JETlog profile piece.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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