How Long Gone 882. - Chris & Jason
Dec 12, 2025
In this lively conversation, Chris shares his experiences in Tokyo while Jason reminisces about growing up in Orange County's punk scene. They debate Timothée Chalamet's extensive promotion tactics and the risks of overexposure in film. Nostalgia surfaces as they critique The xx's negative reissues and tackle the complexities of public perception regarding age in relationships. Amidst tales of travel mishaps and celebrity sightings, they ponder the implications of the Golden Globe podcast award and brainstorm a unique holiday treat inspired by Tom Cruise.
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Tokyo Time Warp Vintage Hunt
- Chris Black describes discovering a Tokyo vintage shop full of ska-punk memorabilia that felt like a five-year genre time warp.
- He bought a fishtail parka but avoided band tees, overwhelmed and paralyzed by choice.
Find Local Foot Care When Traveling
- Chris plans to seek local foot-care solutions in Tokyo after walking extensively and dealing with plantar issues.
- He suggests finding a specialist or Japanese foot massage to relieve barking dog-level foot pain.
OC Was A Cultural Hotbed
- Chris and Jason recall Chain Reaction and Southern California's once-central punk and skate scenes that made suburbs cultural hubs.
- Jason recounts Huntington Beach venues, skate jams and weekly all-ages events that defined his teenage years.
