Awkward moments are truly the spicy parts of everyday life. They're difficult are to avoid, impossible to forget, and frequent enough to keep us on our toes! Today we'll be sharing some of the awkward moments we've experienced that keep us up at night, and dissect whether we've learned or gained anything from them.
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Behind the articles that pop up on our news feed, there’s a reporter staying up late at night typing up a storm on their dimly lit laptop. Terry Nguyen is a reporter for The Goods at Vox, covering internet & consumer trends. Not only do her articles cover on-trend topics that fly under the radar of mainstream media, they’re also imbued with a sense of cultural understanding that fosters constructive discussion and empathy.
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TW: This episode contains stories of depression, suicide, and self-harm.
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ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, commonly portrayed as an inability to sit still and concentrate. While that isn’t completely off base, the reality of ADHD, especially when undiagnosed, is much more complex.
Our friend Carissa joins us today to share her exper...
There seems to be a lot of contention about exactly what year the cutoff is between Gen Z and Millenials... so we brought on some 1998 friends to confirm! Today we're excited to have Sally, Linda, and Ming from Moving Oolong come on to discuss whether they identify as Gen Z, what it was like to graduate on Zoom, and starting adulthood amidst a global pandemic.
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Having your own space is something we’ve dreamed about since we were young. Being a homeowner just means you get to decorate it the way you like……right? This week we invited our friend to walk us through the fun stuff, and not-so-fun stuff she’s experienced in the last few years of owning her own space. Put on your construction hats and get your mops ready for some drywall mishaps, cleaning tips, and other maintenance stories!
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Is your current life the "dream life" you've always envisioned for yourself? What's stopping you from becoming the "dream" you? We don't have these answers for you...so we brought on a very qualified friend to do so!
Today we are so stoked to have on Lillian So - a life coach, personal trainer, and yoga therapist currently based in San Francisco. Not only does she explain the importance of identifying yo...
Happy New Year, and welcome to Season 3 of Eat Your Crust!!!
Catch up with us in our episode on what we've been up to over our holiday break! We also share what we're excited for in 2021 (fair warning: some of them are a total nostalgia trip) and give you a sneak peek of what we have planned for Eat Your Crust this year ;)
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Happy Holidays from ours to yours! This week we’re cozying up to talk about how our families celebrate the holidays.
This will be our final episode for season 2! We will return in January 13th, 2021, well-rested and well-prepped for season 3.
Thank you all so so much for supporting and spending time with us in 2020. Every message, follow, and listen means the world to us. See you soon ♡
We kind of grow up alongside the content creators that we love. And for some of us, our favorite content creators are the ones who wear their heart on their sleeve.
YouTuber Joelle Park has videos spanning over 7 years of her life. Her channel features everything from high school/college advice videos, heartfelt videos addressing important topics like racism and internalized misogyny, and goofy vlogs with her friends and family. N...
When life feels like it’s running a million miles per hour, taking care of the big things feels much more urgent than the little things. But often times, it’s the little things that bring the most joy!
Inspired by Ingrid Joy Fetell Lee’s Joyful Planner, which encourages us to actively plan for joy rather than expect it to spontaneously stumble into our lives, we express our gratitude about the little things we’ve been doing in the...
Birth control can be intimidating. There’s so many different shapes, sizes, and forms of use, not to mention the horror stories you hear through WebMD or your friends.
Whether you see them as a pesky chore or a form of empowerment, it’s an essential part of many of our lives. Today we tackle our experiences with different types of birth control, any side effects we’ve experienced, and the involvement of our male partners in our BC ...
Gender expression is often taught to us through things like TV shows, school uniform rules, or conversation with our parents. But when you grow up in between two different cultures, it can mean you’re exposed to double the stereotypes and expectations!
Today we take a blast to the past to observe the various gender roles we’ve picked up through our favorite Asian dramas and celebrities, and explore how these portrayals translate to...
Silicon Valley is the pinnacle of technology - so much so that you can’t go anywhere without being reminded of it! Whether it’s the tech company logos on everyone’s laptops or the constant conversations on which start-up will IPO next, tech culture imbues both work and personal life in the Bay Area.
Today we are delighted to feature Mayuko Inoue, a Content Creator and Software Engineer who is breaking down barriers in tech culture....
When we think about our well-being, we often think of our physical health. But wellness isn’t restricted to just exercise - it’s a combination of factors including your mental health, your social life, and many other aspects you wouldn’t have expected! Tune in to catch our chat about the 8 dimensions of wellness and our current health goals!
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Ever look at your coworker and wonder if they have a secret online identity you never would have expected? Their ability to type up emails, code, or business plans could be hiding a whirlwind of talents.
In today’s episode, Gina aka DiskQ shares her experience balancing her day job as a software engineer and her dream job as a music producer. If her dreamy bedroom pop songs and nostalgic 8bit tracks aren’t impressive enough, she h...
Election Day is coming up! If you can vote, please do. Not only is voting important for the Presidential race, it’s also crucial to pass propositions that can transform your state and community. And what about for those of us who can’t vote? Today we bring on two friends, Neil and Richard, to guide us through different ways we can make change, whether it’s through voting or through other means!
Neil Park McClintick is a political o...
To celebrate our love for Asian movies, we are virtually attending the Asian American International Film Festival this year!! We give our love to the movies “Model” and “Stealing School” (yes, there are spoilers, but we’ll warn you first!) There’s still a few more days left in the festival and a TON of movies that are super interesting, so check it out and let us know what films you decide to watch :)
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Today we gather an only child, a younger sibling, and a middle child to talk about our various “siblingships” and how they affected different parts of our life.
While different age gaps, personalities, and genders can completely transform the dynamic, one thing’s for sure - siblings have a huge impact during childhood and can help shape your preferences and personality!
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It feels like it used to be easier to make new friends when you were constantly meeting new people every year in classes or clubs. Now that we are (kind of) fully functioning adults, we invite our friend who has moved to a new city to talk about the various ways she was successful in making new friends in an unfamiliar place - including work functions, mutual friends, and Bumble BFF! Tune in to hear the ~vibes~ we look for when we ...
Secret confession: I had no idea that there were Asian-American movies prior to the launch of Crazy Rich Asians. Oops! If any of you are like me, you’ll be stoked to hear Wynton Wong, Head Programmer of the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) talk about groundbreaking Asian-American films that flew under the radar. Bonus content - we share our honest, unfiltered thoughts on Mulan o:
AAIFF is a fantastic platform that...