[04:11 - 04:19] The speaker went to the DMV in Japan to get their driver's license.

[06:16 - 06:23]They arrived at 8:20am and had to wait until 9:30am to get their ticket.

[06:24 - 06:30]While waiting, they went to a nearby diner for three and a half hours.

[06:30 - 06:36]They returned at 2:30pm and waited an hour before finally being allowed to go in.

[06:49 - 06:58]As they were going in, a couple was arguing with the employees about documents.

[06:49 - 06:58]Before entering, the group was warned that some people may be rejected for no reason.

[06:49 - 06:58]The speaker had to bring a translator with them.

[06:49 - 06:58]They were only allowed to give out 10 foreign licenses per day in the entire prefecture.

[06:49 - 06:58]The speaker had to wake up at 6am, which was outside of their comfort zone.

[06:49 - 06:58]The entire process took several hours and involved waiting and potential rejection.

[00:00 - 06:58]The speaker had to go through a lengthy and potentially stressful process at the DMV in Japan to obtain their driver's license, which involved waiting, the possibility of rejection, and having to wake up early.

[09:01 - 09:09] Person goes to get a new license in Japan

[09:48 - 09:55]Must bring many documents and go through a long process

[11:20 - 11:26]DMV has become slower due to COVID and increase in applications

[11:57 - 12:02]Spends 8 hours at the DMV and is told to come back in 2 days

[12:39 - 12:46]Driving in Thailand is chaotic with little adherence to road rules

[13:16 - 13:24]Describes how changing lanes is like a game of chicken

[06:59 - 13:46]In summary, person goes through a long and frustrating process to get a new license in Japan and describes the chaotic driving experience in Thailand.

[18:08 - 18:17] The speaker is discussing the dangerous driving conditions in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok.

[18:29 - 18:35]The speaker recounts a terrifying experience driving through Manila in the Philippines.

[18:29 - 18:35]They describe the chaotic driving conditions, with no lanes and people and motorcycles weaving through traffic.

[18:29 - 18:35]The speaker jokes that driving in Bangkok requires "mastering ultra instinct" and being like a "rain man."

[18:35 - 18:44]They mention that other countries, such as Saudi Arabia, also have high rates of car accidents.

[18:35 - 18:44]They discuss the dangers of driving on country roads, particularly in Wales.

[18:44 - 18:58]They also mention the prevalence of motorcycle taxis, despite the risks involved.

[18:44 - 18:58]The speaker then shares a personal experience of being in a serious car accident in the UK.

[18:44 - 18:58]The speaker reflects on the lack of safety measures in Bangkok's public transportation, especially in taxis.

[18:44 - 18:58]They share a frightening experience riding in a taxi with a driver who had been awake for 36 hours.

[20:09 - 20:33]The speaker emphasizes the cultural attitude of "Mipan Lai," or "it's okay," which can be dangerous in certain situations.

[13:46 - 21:05]Overall, the speaker highlights the dangerous driving conditions in Bangkok and the lack of safety measures in public transportation.

[21:58 - 22:04] The speaker was in a taxi with a tired driver who kept nodding off

[22:04 - 22:10]The speaker tried to keep the driver awake and reminded him of his family waiting at home

[22:04 - 22:10]The speaker's friend was asleep and unaware of the situation

[23:23 - 23:30]The speaker and the driver had a conversation about road rules and experiences in different countries

[23:30 - 23:37]The speaker talked about how Japanese taxis stop anywhere and the confusion of zebra crossings in Japan

[25:01 - 25:07]The speaker is glad Japan does not have roundabouts because they are stressful to navigate

[25:57 - 26:04]Driving in the UK and Australia also has its challenges, such as roundabouts and quick decision-making while driving

[26:45 - 26:53]The speaker had a bad experience taking a driving test for a manual car, which put them off driving manual for life

[21:06 - 27:15]The overall theme of the conversation is about driving experiences in different countries and the challenges and differences in road rules and etiquette.

[27:20 - 27:31]Discussion about minor and major offenses while driving and experiences with driving tests

[28:22 - 28:31]Mention of driving manual and preference for automatic cars

[29:38 - 29:44]Uncle's failed driving test due to driving out of the DMV

[30:17 - 30:24]Differences in UK and Australia driving tests

[32:19 - 32:31]Announcement of potential new "best girl" waifu from Rent a Girlfriend manga

[32:31 - 32:41]Question about when one knows they have a "best girl"

[33:28 - 33:34]Request to not open up the debate as it is a "landmine" of takes

[33:55 - 34:01]No good defense for liking waifus, but also not caring what others think

[34:11 - 34:17]Debate about waifus and defense of liking animated characters

[27:15 - 34:17]Discussion about driving and waifus, with no good defense for liking waifus but also not caring what others think.

[34:17 - 34:24]A person is speaking to a judge, mentioning a birth certificate and a drawing

[35:09 - 35:23]They discuss a character called Senjigahara and their love for her personality and character arc

[35:53 - 36:02]The person compares Senjigahara to a "waifu", a character they strongly admire but not necessarily view as a life partner

[37:19 - 37:27]They mention other characters they have admired, such as Usui from Kaichou Amede song and Sakamoto from Sakamoto desu ga?

[40:46 - 40:51]The person asks for the other's opinion on the best comedy anime

[40:46 - 40:51]The other person suggests Nietzsche as their favorite comedy anime

[40:52 - 41:04]They discuss their difficulty in finding comedy anime that they enjoy, but mention Golden Boy as one of the hardest they have ever laughed at

[34:17 - 41:04]A person discusses their love for certain anime characters and their difficulty in finding comedy anime they enjoy, mentioning Golden Boy and Nietzsche as possible favorites.

[41:10 - 41:18] Old anime, Golden Boy, had a great dub and was a comedy.

[41:18 - 41:23]A popular meme from the show was a clip of a guy swimming.

[41:31 - 41:40]If you found that clip funny, you should watch the whole show.

[41:31 - 41:40]The comedy in Golden Boy is similar to that of Western shows like Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

[42:18 - 42:26]There is a lack of Western humor in Japanese comedy anime.

[43:21 - 43:26]Japanese comedy is often based on wordplay.

[43:21 - 43:26]Japanese humor is often considered "rude" by Western standards.

[43:27 - 43:37]There is a Japanese show called Orgasm Wars, where a male porn star competes against a bartender in making a man orgasm.

[45:53 - 46:04]Konosuba is a character-based comedy anime.

[47:54 - 48:04]Nichijo is a mix of character-based comedy and expectation-defying jokes.

[47:54 - 48:04]The characters in Nichijo are well-developed.

[41:05 - 48:04]This audio discusses the differences between Western and Japanese comedy, with a focus on comedic anime. The speaker mentions specific anime, such as Golden Boy and Nichijo, and shares their thoughts on the humor and character development in these shows. They also mention a controversial Japanese TV show called Orgasm Wars. Overall, the speaker believes that Western humor is more brutal and that there is a lack of it in Japanese comedy anime.

[48:05 - 48:10]Discussing how the more episodes of a show you watch, the more you understand the characters and their jokes.

[48:51 - 48:56]Mentioning an interview with one of the voice actors from Nichijo, and how her regular voice is just like her character's.

[48:56 - 49:05]Comparing Nichijo to Konosuba in terms of understanding the jokes and characters.

[49:11 - 49:24]Bringing up Kyoto Animation and their show Nichijo, and the hilarious scene involving a deer.

[49:44 - 49:52]Bringing up the anime "Pop Team Epic" and how it was only funny in small clips.

[50:46 - 51:01]Mentioning the anime "Krenati High School" and how it was ahead of its time in predicting internet and meme humor.

[54:31 - 54:37]Discussing the dub of "Ghost Stories" and how it will never be replicated due to the story behind it.

[48:05 - 55:06]A discussion on various anime, including the understanding of characters and jokes in shows like Nichijo and Konosuba, and the unique humor found in "Krenati High School" and "Pop Team Epic". Mentioning the legendary dub of "Ghost Stories" and the story behind it.

[55:06 - 55:14]There is a building with an abandoned side that people don't pay attention to.

[55:32 - 55:49]The dub of a show, which was poorly received in Japan, became popular due to its comedic and improvised nature.

[58:46 - 58:55]The dub is often considered the first "abridged series" and is infamous for its humor.

[1.00:50 - 1.00:57]The dub was recorded with each actor trying to speak first for improv purposes.

[1.00:50 - 1.00:57]The quality of dubs has improved over time and actors may have to re-audition for future seasons.

[1.01:13 - 1.01:21]The dub is known for being one of the worst or best of all time, and opinions on its quality are divided.

[1.01:13 - 1.01:21]The dub is a time stamp of a certain era and may not be acceptable in today's society.

[1.01:21 - 1.01:27]The dub was given creative control by the original creators, leading to outrageous and hilarious lines.

[1.01:21 - 1.01:27]The dub's popularity may have been due to the lack of good dubs at the time, with Cowboy Bebop being a notable exception.

[1.01:56 - 1.02:02]The speaker watched the Higurashi dub and found it hilarious, but others may not enjoy it.

[1.01:56 - 1.02:02]The speaker also watched the original Japanese version and found it to be boring.

[1.01:56 - 1.02:02]The speaker may have a biased opinion due to watching the dub first.

[1.01:56 - 1.02:02]The speaker also mentions a good video about the dub and its production.

[1.01:56 - 1.02:02]The dub is a unique and fun watch, but may not be acceptable in today's society.

[55:06 - 1.02:02]The dub of an unpopular Japanese show became popular for its comedic and improvised nature, leading to it being considered one of the best or worst dubs of all time. It is a time stamp of a certain era and may not be acceptable in today's society. Its popularity may have been due to the lack of good dubs at the time. The quality of dubs has improved over time and actors may have to re-audition for future seasons. The speaker found the dub to be hilarious, but others may not enjoy it.

[1.02:52 - 1.02:59] The speakers discuss their history of watching anime and their preference for dub or sub versions.

[1.03:00 - 1.03:05]They mention a show called "Demon Slayer" and the importance of watching it dubbed.

[1.03:34 - 1.03:39]One speaker expresses his disappointment with a dubbed version of "The Great Pretender" that featured multilingual dialogue.

[1.05:31 - 1.05:39]They discuss the potential difficulties and limitations of having a multilingual cast in live action films versus dubbed versions.

[1.08:30 - 1.08:36]The speakers mention the movie "Inglois Bastards" as an example of a film that uses subtitles for multiple languages.

[1.02:02 - 1.08:42]The discussion concludes with the speakers reflecting on the complexities of language in media and the importance of considering cultural sensitivities.

[1.08:43 - 1.08:53] The speaker watched a movie about World War II and felt awkward being the only white person in the audience.

[1.10:56 - 1.11:03]The speaker recalls a private screening of a Japanese film about the Fukushima tragedy.

[1.11:03 - 1.11:11]The movie was about the Japanese being destroyed.

[1.11:17 - 1.11:23]The film had bad acting and offensive dialogue from the American characters.

[1.11:24 - 1.11:29]The speaker questioned their feelings about the Japanese being destroyed and the American involvement in the war.

[1.13:58 - 1.14:03]The speaker watched and enjoyed the film "Tannet".

[1.14:27 - 1.14:34]The conversation shifts to discussing the anime "Higurashi" and the speaker's plans to rewatch it in Japanese.

[1.14:54 - 1.15:01]The speaker also mentions rewatching "Anahana" but finding it underwhelming.

[1.15:57 - 1.16:04]The speaker questions if "Anahana" would receive the same level of respect if it were released today.

[1.08:43 - 1.16:04]The speaker shares a comprehensive summary of their cinema experience and thoughts on the films they discussed.

[1.17:24 - 1.17:34]The speaker discusses the anime "Anahana" and its impact on the anime industry.

[1.20:44 - 1.20:52]The speaker admits to not rewatching the entire series, but only the first episode.

[1.20:44 - 1.20:52]They thought the first episode was bad, but rewatched the series after being convinced by a friend.

[1.20:44 - 1.20:52]The speaker has rewatched "Anahana" multiple times because it is able to make them cry.

[1.20:58 - 1.21:05]They compare crying to a "wank" and discuss how they sometimes need a good cry.

[1.22:05 - 1.22:12]The speaker and their friend, Emily, have different opinions on the show.

[1.22:12 - 1.22:20]They mention that the show was able to accomplish a lot in only 12 episodes.

[1.22:12 - 1.22:20]The speaker mentions that they have trouble crying in real life, but are able to do so while watching emotional scenes in anime.

[1.22:32 - 1.22:39]They feel safe and comfortable crying while watching anime at home or on a plane.

[1.22:39 - 1.22:46]The speaker has even cried while watching anime on a plane.

[1.16:04 - 1.22:46]"Speaker discusses the emotional impact of the anime "Anahana" and how it has made them cry multiple times while watching the show. They also discuss their difficulty in crying in real life and how anime allows them to express their emotions safely."

[1.28:02 - 1.28:08] The speaker discusses how they often cry while watching emotional anime.

[1.28:36 - 1.28:41]They also mention how they try to hide their emotions around others.

[1.28:36 - 1.28:41]The speaker talks about a video they watched about making men cry in Japan.

[1.28:36 - 1.28:41]They mention their struggles with showing emotions in public.

[1.28:41 - 1.28:47]The conversation shifts to discussing anime that make people cry, such as "Golden Time", "Anohana", and anything by Shinkai or Key Studios.

[1.28:47 - 1.28:54]They mention how they often cry while watching these types of anime.

[1.28:54 - 1.29:00]They also mention how they searched "sadist anime" and the first result was "Plastic Memories".

[1.29:06 - 1.29:12]The speaker reflects on how their upbringing and childhood experiences can affect their emotions.

[1.29:06 - 1.29:12]They discuss catching themselves doing things their parents used to do.

[1.29:12 - 1.29:18]The speaker also mentions how they were not as affected by "Angel Beats" or "Clannad" because they felt the emotions were forced.

[1.22:48 - 1.29:18]Overall, the speaker discusses their experiences with crying while watching emotional anime and how it relates to their upbringing and personal emotions.

[1.29:25 - 1.29:30]The speakers discuss various anime, including "I Want to Eat Your Pancreas," "Angel Beats," "Madoka Magica," "Guilty Crown," and "Darling in the Franxx."

[1.32:39 - 1.32:51]They debate whether watching a show weekly or binge-watching it affects their enjoyment.

[1.35:12 - 1.35:19]The speakers have a general discussion about their preferences and what makes an anime good or bad.

[1.35:46 - 1.35:51]They mention "God of High School" and "The God of Mid-School," and express disappointment with the former.

[1.35:46 - 1.35:51]They mention a tweet about "Rent-A-Girlfriend" and the popularity of "God of High School."

[1.36:12 - 1.36:21]They discuss the fight scenes in "God of High School" and the possibility that it may have skipped through important parts of the story.

[1.29:18 - 1.36:21]Overall, the group seems to agree that "God of High School" is a disappointing anime.

[1.36:22 - 1.36:41]The speaker discusses a fight animation they watched on YouTube, which felt like a standalone clip rather than a part of a larger narrative.

[1.36:49 - 1.36:54]They mention watching 10 episodes of Naruto last year in an attempt to get into the series, but found it to be unengaging and filled with filler content.

[1.37:29 - 1.37:36]The speaker criticizes anime that use the Shonen Recap Syndrome, where the beginning of each episode recaps the previous one, wasting time that could be used for new content.

[1.37:42 - 1.37:54]They mention that the last six arcs of One Piece have been filled with this syndrome, and are surprised that there are still viewers who only watch the anime.

[1.37:54 - 1.38:06]The speaker recalls watching One Piece up to the Punk Hazard arc, but found it difficult to continue due to the slow pacing and filler content.

[1.38:36 - 1.38:43]They discuss the daunting task of catching up to One Piece, but also recognize the potential enjoyment that comes with investing time into a long-running series.

[1.41:35 - 1.41:41]The speaker reflects on the feeling of being able to lose oneself in a series as a child, and expresses a desire to experience that again.

[1.41:47 - 1.41:54]However, as an adult with limited time, it is difficult for the speaker to find the time to marathon a series.

[1.36:22 - 1.43:24]The speaker ends by suggesting that if one wants to experience the feeling of losing oneself in a series, they should get into One Piece, even though it may require investing a significant amount of time.

[1.43:24 - 1.43:37]Discussion about being able to show off achievements for reading One Piece

[1.43:44 - 1.43:53]Varying amounts of free time due to being YouTubers

[1.44:58 - 1.45:04]Difficulty reading casually and needing silence to read

[1.47:51 - 1.47:58]Sharing hot takes on anime, such as Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo

[1.47:51 - 1.47:58]Differences in opinions on Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo

[1.48:48 - 1.48:53]Debating the coolness of Spike from Cowboy Bebop and Mugen from Samurai Champloo

[1.49:29 - 1.49:34]Thoughts on Evangelion and Akira

[1.50:17 - 1.50:28]Akira being a unique cinematic experience with fantastic animation

[1.43:24 - 1.50:36]Discussion about achievements for reading One Piece, varying amounts of free time as YouTubers, difficulty reading casually, sharing hot takes on anime (Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Evangelion, Akira), and opinions on these shows.

[1.50:42 - 1.50:50] The speaker discusses their love for the movie Akira and how they have re-watched it multiple times.

[1.51:02 - 1.51:07]They mention how they saw it in a cinema for the 30th anniversary and it was an incredible experience.

[1.51:21 - 1.51:31]They compare the movie to modern anime cinema and praise its storytelling and visuals.

[1.52:11 - 1.52:19]The speaker recommends reading the manga, which continues after the movie's ending.

[1.55:20 - 1.55:25]They reveal their favorite Ghibli movies, including Princess Mononoke and Howl's Moving Castle.

[1.55:37 - 1.55:43]The speaker also mentions their dislike for Ghibli movies and Hayao Miyazaki, calling him an "asshole."

[1.57:19 - 1.57:25]The speaker also expresses their disappointment in Ponyo and Totoro.

[1.50:36 - 1.57:37]Overall, the speaker highly recommends Akira and believes it can be enjoyed by non-anime fans as well.

[1.58:15 - 1.58:22]Discussion about how Ghibli movies are not always enjoyable for adults

[1.58:22 - 1.58:37]Criticism of Miyazaki for not feeling "anime"

[1.59:01 - 1.59:07]Debate about separating the creator from their work

[2.00:46 - 2.00:52]Speculation on whether Miyazaki's attitude is a result of his success

[2.00:46 - 2.00:52]Shock and disappointment at Miyazaki's behavior towards his son and an interviewer

[2.02:33 - 2.02:39]Comparison to other famous directors who are known for being difficult to work with

[2.03:04 - 2.03:12]Questioning the necessity of being a "dick" in the film industry

[1.57:37 - 2.03:50]Discussion of Miyazaki's behavior and attitude in relation to his work and the film industry.

[2.03:50 - 2.03:57]A person recalls a time when someone got upset and left.

[2.05:19 - 2.05:24]They remember the person dragging their wife with them.

[2.07:05 - 2.07:15]They mention not being able to do that to their own child.

[2.07:28 - 2.07:41]The person reflects on how it's hard to separate the work from the creator.

[2.07:41 - 2.07:52]They discuss a specific example of a creator who they once enjoyed, but their opinion changed after learning about the creator's actions.

[2.08:06 - 2.08:11]The person imagines a scenario where a father is disappointed in their child's YouTube video.

[2.08:18 - 2.08:26]The person reflects on the situation and doesn't want to be like that.

[2.09:06 - 2.09:12]The person expresses disappointment that it's always the talented creators who turn out to be problematic.

[2.09:38 - 2.09:43]They make a joke about their patrons not being pedophiles.

[2.09:43 - 2.09:49]The person thanks their patrons and promotes their Patreon.

[2.09:58 - 2.10:05]They mention another example of a creator they once enjoyed but can no longer support.

[2.10:06 - 2.10:11]They also mention their Twitter and subreddit.

[2.10:11 - 2.10:17]They express their disbelief and decide to leave.

[2.10:17 - 2.10:22]The person thanks their followers and patrons and ends the conversation.

[2.03:50 - 2.10:39]A person reflects on a time when someone left angrily, discusses problematic creators, and thanks their followers and patrons.

[2.10:44 - 2.10:50] The speaker mentions that it is a rare episode and apologizes for talking about anime.

[2.10:51 - 2.11:13]They state that they do not watch much anime and would run out of things to talk about.

[2.10:51 - 2.11:13]The speaker bids farewell and thanks the listeners.

[2.10:39 - 2.11:13]Overall, the speaker briefly discusses their interest in anime and apologizes for not being able to talk about it more.