In this concluding episode about Jalada's trip to California we talk more about the Pacific Coast Highway, visiting LA, and how the trip turned from a sightseeing trip into something much more personal.

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It's an Octal FM first for this two part special about Jalada's trip to California. "Without a six figure salary, rent control, a trust fund, or a willingness to embrace poverty, you’re out of luck if you want to live here." How to save San Francisco (includes the commuting time maps) And here's Jalada's rented Camaro on the PCH:  

We're back to discussing Japan in this episode; this time it's Jalada's turn as he has just come back from a two week trip to Tokyo and Kyoto.

• Thermae-Yu: Onsen in Shinjuku. Google Maps.
• Akihabara UDX parking.
• Jalada on Instagram
• We used Japan Wireless for our Wifi hotspot.

Intro/Outro music: JACKS - Runaway Fashion

In this episode we try to be as un-snobby as possible, whilst talking about how to get into coffee as a hobby. Live in the UK and want to get coffee delivered to your house? Sign up at Taylor St Roasted using the promo code OCTALFM to get your first bag for £1.

• Single-serve coffee patents, and the future of the technology
• Stumptown brew guides
• Suggested brewing equipment:
  • Aeropress
  • Moka pot (also called a Stove top)
• Hario hand grinder
• We suggest you don't get an electric grinder, but if you must, try the Baratza Encore.

Equipment links are affiliate links. Proceeds go to Octal FM upkeep. Intro/Outro music: JACKS - Runaway Fashion