Calling all travel lovers, budding teachers, and weaboos! Our guest today is a friend who is currently teaching English in Japan to high school students. He set off on this journey with images of playful school life and dreams of peaceful landscapes often depicted in anime, but does his 2-year adventure meet his expectations?! Today we chat about the JET program (Japanese Exchange and Teaching), the relationship between students and teachers in America vs. in Japan, and dealing with homesickness...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Disclaimer: This episode focuses on Bay Area cost of living and average salaries. We recognize that location is a huge factor in the variance of salaries/pay rates. Parents often tell their kids not to talk about money because it’s rude, without explaining why they think it’s rude. But growing up, it’s not difficult to realize why having conversations about money are so awkward. In a capitalistic society where money = merit and money = power, we start to evaluate our own self-worth and happiness...
Aug 12, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 62
When we were young, we were told not to give out any personal information on the Internet. But now, we pay strangers to drive us around, play games with strangers, and even go on dates with strangers! In today’s episode we dive beyond the “stranger danger” mentality to discuss the often stigmatized concept of online friends. While the beginning of the friendship may feel unconventional, sometimes online friends can be the most comfortable solace you never knew you needed. Fun fact (and light fle...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 61
When we think about Healthcare, we often think of doctors and surgeons running around (a la House or Grey’s). What’s often overlooked is the hard work put in by nurses, who play a vital role in protecting patients’ lives. Today we bring on two active RNs (registered nurses) working in the Emergency Department and the Medical Surgery Unit. As if being a nurse isn’t crazy enough, these two have experienced everything from PPE shortages, COVID-19 deniers, and dishonest patients in the past few mont...
Jul 29, 2020•53 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Before some of us are even 18 years old, we pick a major at college that determines our course load for the next 4 years. The classes we take and our halfway-complete degree lands us some internships that we accept to “gain experience” (aka slap some big names on our resume). Our internship experience kick-starts our professional adult career, often in the same path that we’ve been on since we were a teenager. For many of us, our 18-year old selves had a good enough guess of our skills and passi...
Jul 22, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Catch up with us in today’s episode where we chat about small things that have been sparking joy for us lately! Grocery shopping tips and our thoughts on Twitch are an added plus 😉 If you want to check Crystal out on Twitch: twitch.tv/crystalj Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
Jul 15, 2020•54 min•Season 2Ep. 58
CW: We discuss heavy topics such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, and r*pe culture in this episode. If you live in California, or are a big fan of video games, you may have seen the resurgence of the Me Too movement where many brave women are coming forward to share their story of sexual assault. Many of these women were assaulted by famous video game content creators, but many were made victims by their own friends and peers. While it is painful to hear accounts of sexual assault, we belie...
Jul 08, 2020•58 min•Season 2Ep. 57
If you’ve ever stumbled upon Cat & Cat comics on Instagram, you’ve probably spent half an afternoon reading the stories of cute cats with BIG personalities. But don’t let the furry little things fool you - behind the round, wholesome art style belies life lessons and emotional healing that you didn’t even know you needed! Today we are super excited to feature the mastermind behind the beloved Cat & Cat comics - illustrator Susie Yi channels her passions for social justice and mental heal...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 56
As a young, fresh new grad straight out of college, starting your first adult job can feel like a strange experience. When the unfamiliarity and self-doubt persists, it can manifest in Impostor Syndrome, which is the thought that you are undeserving or incompetent, and thus a “fraud” or “impostor”. Whether these feelings come from something you can’t control, something that comes with time, or something that should be changed, we walk through our personal experiences with Impostor Syndrome and h...
Jun 24, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 55
The Asian-American community has often been criticized for staying quiet. Not only is this visible in our low political engagement or silence in the face of flagrant social problems, our complicity (inadvertent or not) is also quite strikingly symbolized in Officer Tou Thao’s complicity in the murder of George Floyd. While this movement has motivated a lot of Asian-Americans to take action, the various methods of support have received some criticism, including call-outs of performative allyship ...
Jun 17, 2020•35 min•Season 2Ep. 54
On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by a white cop as an Asian-American officer and two others stood by without intervening. This is not an isolated incident - this is just one example of how the American justice system has failed the black community time and time again. To us, the Asian-American officer who stood by watching, is also a symbol. Anti-blackness has been rampant in the Asian-American community for a long time. We want to help change that. Through one uncomfortable conversati...
Jun 03, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Asian parents don’t seem to give their kids the “sex talk” like typical parents in American movies. In fact, the entire topic of sex (and even dating) can be taboo, with the exception of very vague advice or discouragement. So where does that leave us? Today we discuss the Asian-American version of a “sex talk” and explore how our parents’ relationship impacts our understanding of love. Follow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
May 27, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Whether you just started playing Animal Crossing three weeks ago, or you’re a seasoned veteran with more hours of play time than dollars in your bank account, you’re still a gamer in our eyes! Today we chat about the thought process behind game development, the different types of gamers, and morality/inclusivity in the gaming industry. Follow Destin on Twitter @dustythesnowman Instagram @dustythesnowman Follow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcru...
May 20, 2020•58 min•Season 2Ep. 51
It’s Eat Your Crust’s first birthday, and...our 50th episode!! Come celebrate with us in this Happy Hour Q&A where we share our podcast back story, our most emotional moments during quarantine, and our love languages. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions!! Follow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
May 13, 2020•54 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Calling all K-Pop fans and music lovers to the stand! We brought on two of our resident K-Pop experts to discuss stan culture, the different expectations of artists in Korea, and what going “mainstream” REALLY means in the US. Also, exciting announcement - next week will be Eat Your Crust’s 50th episode (and unofficial 1 year anniversary)!!! To celebrate, we’re popping the champagne, cutting the cake, and asking YOU for some questions! If you'd like to send a question anonymously, click here and...
May 06, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 49
After listening to this episode, you will lose all preconceptions you had about adoption. This week’s guest grew up as a Chinese-American adoptee in Minnesota, had KBBQ for the first time in college (!!!), and wouldn’t trade her wacky adoptive family for the world. Join us for a heartwarming and hilarious talk on adoption and good parenting! Follow Eve @eve_crabbe96 Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Thank you Mei for the wonderful topic suggestion!! Support the show Follow us on social ...
Apr 29, 2020•54 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Behind every great artist is an even greater A&R team ;-) As a lifelong musician himself, Drew Phomvongsa has worked shoulder to shoulder with artists like Alexander Lewis and Manila Killa to help shape and develop their sound. In today’s episode, Drew shares what it’s like to be an insider in the music industry, how he got his foot in the door (hint: savvy networking, lots of courage, and parties!!), and his thoughts on Asian-American artists committing cultural appropriation. Follow Drew @...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 47
Quarantine and social distancing means your best friends are me, myself, and I. Is being alone with your thoughts for 30 days in a row terrifying? Maybe. But these plan-free weekends are the perfect opportunity to explore new avenues of growth and practice constructive self-care! Hop along for the ride as we talk about our self-care practices, FOMO, and less talked-about types of self-improvement! Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrust...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Your favorite series strikes again!!! This week we spill some juicy secrets about thirst-trapping, dating close friends (or complete strangers!), and handling emotional conversations about racism/sexism with your boo. Tune in to find out whether sex comes before hand-holding in our ideal relationship timeline! Follow Jane @jane_e_kim Visit Jane at janeekim.com Follow Gina @diskqmusic Visit Gina at soundcloud.com/diskq Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on socia...
Apr 08, 2020•59 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Did you relate more to Antman than you did to Crazy Rich Asians? Ever feel like Joy Luck Club didn’t represent your Asian-American identity? Today we bring on up-and-coming filmmaker Grace Kim to discuss the creative pressure to “represent” the community, her journey into film, and the intersectional struggles she faced along the way. As finalist for the Horizon award at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and a Viacom Viewfinder Program fellow, Grace is quite an exciting character to follow - keep ...
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 44
It’s Day 8 since the governor of California announced mandatory shelter-in-place. We no longer have to commute to work, but in place we have back pain, carpal tunnel, and this insatiable urge to snack?! This week, we discuss our personal best (and most toxic) WFH practices and share what it’s like to be in lockdown with your family or your boo! Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Mar 25, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 43
A devout Christian, an ex-Christian, and a religious explorer walk into a bar. And they record a podcast episode! On this episode, we explore our personal journeys with Christianity/religion, discuss why so many Asian-Americans are Christian, and share the unique challenges (and perks!) of being religious in the modern day. Follow Hairol @hairol.ma Follow Resonate Fremont @resonatefremont Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod NOTES: Link to Asian-American religious distribution stats Link t...
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 42
It’s been impossible to have a conversation in the past few weeks without the word Coronavirus - and rightfully so, COVID-19 has been causing panic (and mass TP shortages) worldwide with its high contagion factor. Today we discuss the social impact of the fast-spreading virus. What’s worse, the fear-mongering on social media, the lack of adequate government response, or the rampant increase in xenophobic incidents? Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Mar 11, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 41
What the hell does being white-washed even mean?! Today we dive deep into what makes someone seem “white-washed”, our personal journeys on accepting our cultural identity, and the social phenomenon of WMAF (White Male Asian Female) couples. Follow us on Instagram @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Mar 04, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Another party episode! This week we reminisce about our college partying days with two of our biggest party animal friends, disclosing our thoughts party etiquette, sharing our favorite drinking essentials, and exploring why Asian-Americans love raves so damn much. Tune in to find out how to party smart (and be a good guest, to boot!) Follow us on Instagram @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod...
Feb 26, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Toxicity is a monster that manifests in many forms (and, unfortunately, isn't as hot or catchy as Britney Spears circa 2003). Whether it manifests in incompatible friendships, unhealthy cultural values, or pure self-sabotage, toxicity is always both a pain point and an opportunity for growth. In this episode, we get up close and vulnerable to explore the idea of toxicity in our friendships and ourselves. This week's guest, Natalie, actually opens up about her tumultuous 14 year friendship with J...
Feb 19, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 38
There’s a balance between not working hard enough and working too hard. There’s also a balance between carefully making an informed decision, and being cripplingly risk-averse. In the start-up space, balance is crucial. This week we invite Michelle, CEO of startup Tinctorium Bio, to chat about how she finds balance in her life and explore how she took the leap of faith into co-founding a start-up. Michelle and her co-founder Tammy seek to provide a sustainable alternative to the harmful (and pol...
Feb 12, 2020•54 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Here’s the Gen Z daily routine: Wake up and immediately tweet about your dream. Work out by learning (or struggling to learn) TikTok dances. Fall asleep to the sweet sound of a Twitch streamer’s maniacal clicking. NAH, we’re just kidding. But we did bring on our resident Gen Z expert, Yane, to discuss the evolution of mainstream media, especially the rise of streaming culture and the mystifying success of bathwater-selling e-girls! Follow Yane on Instagram @yanedere_ Follow Yane on Twitch @yaned...
Feb 05, 2020•55 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Behind the 10 second Tasty videos that filled your Facebook news feed, and the Making It Big series on YouTube that you always end up clicking (a 100-egg omelette? whaaaat?!), there are dreams of a young Asian-American boy who defied traditional expectations to achieve his dream. There’s countless all-nighters in a dark dorm room, slaving over every split-second edit of the clips. Oh, and there’s a borrowed DSLR that kick-started his whole career, too :) This week we are excited to have Alvin Zh...
Jan 29, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Your favorite podcast Eat Your Crust is back for SEASON 2!!! 2019 was a crazy year for your hosts Crystal and Jeesoo - it was a year full of transition, growth, and balance. Juggling our first full-time jobs with having a social life, running our podcast, and getting enough sleep has been a wild adventure but we wouldn’t have traded it for the world. Let us brighten up your commute as we reflect on our 2019, laugh about some of our most memorable episodes, and give a sneak peek into the amazing ...
Jan 22, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 34
