Two Asian-American girls navigating our way through life-in-our-twenties in the Bay Area, with a little help from our friends. Tune in during your lousy commute to laugh and chat with your hosts Crystal and Jeesoo as we ramble about tech, culture, family, and more through an Asian-American lens. If you can relate, feel free to visit us at eatyourcrust.com or reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta or email us at eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com!
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Today we talk about our personal theories on what differentiates only children from people with siblings - from difficulty with sharing, to relationships with parents, to…a general attitude towards life (?!) We also chat about how only child characteristics look different from younger child or older child characteristics specifically. Shoutout to the other only children out there!!! Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Crystal and Jisoo share their updated views on attending weddings, having become more experienced guests. They delve into topics like navigating open bars, the importance of after-parties for connecting with the couple, and funny or awkward social dynamics, including "wedding gossip" and seating challenges. The episode also covers strategies for being a supportive guest, humorous gender competitions, and favorite moments, ultimately celebrating the intimate and intentional nature of these special events.
Hosts Crystal and Jisoo delve into the complexities of turning 30, covering everything from the immediate emotional impact and societal pressures on women to evolving perceptions of responsibility and goal-setting. They discuss generational gaps in the workplace, the realities of the biological clock, and the desire to redefine modern parenthood, reflecting on both the excitement and the bittersweet farewell to their twenties.
Today we talk about how we maintain momentum in our daily lives - from things that make it easier to build up positive momentum, to ways to break lulls in busy/unmotivated periods in our lives. We chat about the different ways we view positive energy and factors that affect us each differently. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Crystal and Jisoo share their experiences and practical tips for navigating work trips, covering everything from international travel and maximizing alone time to managing social energy and after-hours activities. They discuss the nuances of coworker dynamics, including the potential for roommates and the decision to bring a significant other. The hosts also reveal personal hacks and family anecdotes, offering a comprehensive guide to making work travel more manageable and enjoyable.
This episode delves into the intricacies of intergenerational communication at family friend gatherings. Crystal and Jisoo share their experiences navigating awkward conversations, language barriers, and shifting identities as they grow older. They discuss strategies for engagement, the impact of marriage and careers on these interactions, and hypothesize about the 'peak era' for both kids and parents at these long-standing social events.
Hosts Jisoo and Crystal candidly discuss jealousy, sharing personal experiences, from childhood envy to adult romantic relationships. They examine how relationship security, personal boundaries, and self-confidence influence feelings of jealousy, and explore the nuanced difference between valid warnings and phantom envy. The episode also offers strategies for processing these emotions and transforming them into opportunities for personal growth and stronger connections.
This episode delves into the concept of wholesome fun, distinguishing it from less wholesome activities, often by examining the role of alcohol. The hosts share personal examples like golfing, a "Couples Olympics" event, and book club discussions, highlighting how activities that involve commitment, achievement, and genuine interaction foster positive feelings and strengthen bonds, even exploring online gaming like Minecraft as a wholesome outlet. They conclude by discussing how the right group can make competitive games wholesome.
Hosts Jisoo and Crystal delve into the concept of "having a type" across various relationships, including romantic, friendships, and professional connections. They humorously describe each other's romantic types, touching on aspects like height, education, and social presence. The conversation expands to identifying patterns in work and personal friendships, revealing how core values, such as enthusiasm, adaptability, and the ability to hold a conversation, consistently influence their connections. The episode concludes with reflections on whether fitting a type is a good or bad thing.
We’re back with season 8! Did you miss us? Today we sit down to catch up over our thoughts for this new year and speculate on how 2026, Year of the Fire Horse, will be for us two Fire Rats. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
In their 2025 wrap-up episode, Crystal and Jisoo explore their methods for year-end reflections, contrasting mental processing with written goal-setting. They delve into energy management, acknowledging the impact of social events and travel, and even re-evaluate their concept of "rotting." The hosts share their holiday traditions, including favorite movies and desserts, and discuss key learnings from the year, focusing on balance, proactive work, and setting expectations for a more intentional 2026.
Today we talk about things we do at work outside of our typical job scope - including attending happy hours, helping to plan events or socials, and taking classes or optional programs to expand our expertise! We chat about ways to make work life feel more dynamic and catered to our personal interests and goals. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today our friends Tiffy and Cindy join us to talk about Girls Nights! We chat about whether we prefer a cozy night in or wild night out with our girlfriends, and discuss some of our favorite activities. We also chat about expectations of meeting or incorporating new people into girls nights, and reminisce about some of our favorite memories together! Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Crystal and Jisoo dive into their personal quirks, sharing everyday habits they never noticed until others pointed them out or reacted. They discuss everything from phone brightness preferences and the habit of not using phone cases to partner-influenced routines like late weekend eating and shower squeegeeing. The hosts also touch on car AC use, their varied shower schedules, and Crystal's surprising "chopsticks power user" cooking style.
Today our friends Katie and Jimin join us to talk about the infamous fantasy punishment…999, aka the punishment of consuming 9 hot dogs and 9 beers in the span of 9 innings. Tune into find out what strategies they employed to do their 999 punishment, as well as tips and tricks for (potential) future 999 attempts. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today we discuss how we approach conflict in our relationships. We try to see if any of our habits trace back to what we learned from our parents, and dissect any learnings from past mistakes. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today our friends Aileen and Harpreet join us to talk about bringing your social A game to events and hangouts! We chat about what kind of events make us feel the most comfortable socially, and dive into any tips or tricks that help to set the vibes of an event. We discuss whether we actively try to set the vibes or whether we passively enhance it. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Today we talk about how we decatastrophizing when we feel overwhelmed or anxious. We dive into some of our most common cycles and coping mechanisms, as well as ways we've learned to break out of our negative thought loops and combat our bad habits. We also evaluate how often our catastrophes tend to happen & how intense they can be. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Today, Kaila Yu, author of the memoir Fetishized joins us to explore how Asian women are portrayed in the media. We discuss the impact of books like Memoirs of a Geisha and raunch culture from the 2000s, and talk about how much of the media we consume is internalized as women. We chat about how to ground ourselves in self-love instead of seeking validation externally. Find Kaila on Instagram @ kailayu or on her website kailayu.com . Her book, Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, ...
Crystal and Jisoo tackle complex friendship dilemmas, exploring how they would navigate situations like a friend dating a sibling or confessing to cheating. They discuss the nuances of loyalty, honesty, and personal boundaries, offering diverse perspectives on maintaining friendships through challenging times. The episode concludes with a lighthearted look at the dynamics of third-wheeling with couples.
Today our friend Sunny joins us to talk about food in the household! We reminisce on what eating at home looked like in our childhood and any food-related habits our parents instilled into us. We explore how our families handled snacks, fast food, and sharing, as well as any phases our households went through in our eating habits. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Today our friend Jimmy joins us to discuss the various ways we approach our meetings - from pre-meeting chitchat to miming reactions on camera. We talk about taking on roles in meetings, like being a note taker or the jokester. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today we talk about our hormonal health and periods! We discuss the process of going off a long-term birth control and getting reintroduced to the hormonal cycle. We talk about how to work with the different phases of the cycle and changes we notice in our body and mood. We also share what we personally like to do during our periods. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Today we talk about how we balance our personal independence with our romantic relationships! We chat about our ideal balance of solo time vs. time with our partners. We also talk about signs that alert us that we need more independence when in a relationship. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Jisoo and Crystal dive into the shifting landscape of their dreams and ambitions as they navigate their late 20s, contrasting youthful career aspirations with adult desires for family and work-life balance. They discuss the pressures of "The Dream," comparing themselves to peers, and the challenge of maintaining ambition amidst changing priorities and fears of traditional gender roles. The hosts also share insights on recognizing core values, adapting goals, and making necessary sacrifices to keep dreams alive.
Today our friend Jessica joins us to talk about one of our favorite pastimes…karaoke! We discuss the optimal karaoke set-up and dissect what draws us in. We dive into hidden etiquette and tips and tricks we’ve learned over the years to curate a *perfect* karaoke session. We also confess our personal karaoke sins! Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today we sit down and talk about big fears that we have - from heights, to natural disasters, airplane turbulence, and more! We chat through things make our fears better or worse. We also discuss a couple of conspiracy theories *puts on tinfoil hat* and get a little silly with it! Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today our friends Brian & Jonathan join us to talk about the gray area of our social network - people we kind of know, kind of don’t! We dive into the nuances of interacting with people in this category and how we handle the potential awkward situations that can arise. We also explore experiences of converting mutual friends/semi strangers into friends! Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Today we discuss one of our favorite activities ever - rotting (aka, a very deep relaxing session)! We talk about qualities a proper rot session must have for us personally, and explore whether we are able to fully ‘rot’ with other people. We describe how many rot sessions we need a month to feel fully rested. Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Today Angela Lin from Real You Mandarin joins us to explore our relationship with our mother tongue and dissect how language can play a role in expressing our personal identities. We also talk about how language abilities can impact family dynamics and learnings we've had in recent years to bridge that gap in our relationship with our parents. Find Angela on Instagram @RealYouMandarin , Tiktok @RealYouMandarin , and her podcast But Where Are You Really From? Pod anywhere you get your podcasts! C...
