Today we're joined by a new friend, Ren (@ren1_59 on TikTok)! We ask about his TikTok fame and influence, the struggles of being a queer creator, and his life in Australia. Find him on TikTok @ren1_59 and on Instagram @1_59cmr
You read that right! Our freshman year has come to a close, and with that, we reflect on what an odd year this has been. Lauren appreciated the unique opportunities the COVID situation brought us, Sophie talked about trying to enjoy the "once in a lifetime" experience, Ava gave her advice to incoming freshmen, and Grace talked about thriving as an extrovert in the hybrid system. Don't worry, although the school year is over, Rice & Shine will be continuing over the summer!
Last week we had an episode in which we talked about the deeply rooted sexism of traditional dress codes in school. Today we interview Jordin, an 8th grader at a middle school in Kennewick, Washington. Jordin got dress-coded, challenged the authority, and today she tells her story.
Although our school year has been dominated by zoom, dress codes are still prevalent. Especially with Bartram Trail High School making headlines by digitally altering girls' yearbook photos. Today we sit down to discuss our personal experience with dress codes, their sexist and body type-phobic ways, as well as seek change for dress codes and sexism in the future.
With TikTok seeming to be the app of the year (or past 3), today we sit down to discuss its pros and cons. From its strong hold on pop culture to its problematic security, we each voice our thoughts on the app and determine whether TikTok is a blessing or a curse for each of us.
With Sophie and Lauren out of town for volleyball, Grace and Ava lead this episode alone, discussing their thoughts and experiences regarding performative activism. They talk about what "Performative Activism" means and how they have encountered it, while Grace shares some personal stories. Links to some helpful articles: - https://www.dearasianyouth.org/post/how-to-combat-performative-activism - https://www.penncapital-star.com/commentary/ally-or-actor-how-to-avoid-the-trap-of-performative-acti...
Trigger Warning at 17:30 for mentions of suicide. This week, we take a deeper dive into the mental health of students, specifically South Korean students. Grace shares her parent's stories of being students in one of the top performing academic countries in the world. We compare the academic systems of South Korea to our schools and share how we deal with the stress surrounding education and our futures. In the midst of important exams and finals, we hope our words can help you in some way. If y...
After a week-long break, we are back with new content! While we were gone, we did an interview with Radio Survivor. Now with high school seemingly going back to normal, we reflect on the current hybrid system. We compare and contrast the online-only system with the hybrid system, voice our concerns, and appreciate our teachers. Link to the interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zqJZSwz7xAPWK3KOXzDoO?si=WO1ZN7J3RYuDLfmqEk-ZNQ Link to our old episode about online only: https://open.spotify.c...
This week we hop back on the K-Pop train as we discuss the industry's flaws: unrealistic beauty standards, disregard for mental health, controlling rules, creepy fans, the list goes on. We discuss our concern for idols' mental health and hope for a future of better treatment.
In a continuation of our "get to know you" episodes, today we channel the sleepover vibe as we dive into hypothetical and most-likely-to questions. From rants about Mark Lee to deep mental health discussions, this episode is sure to entertain everyone.
This week, the team reflects on the beauty standards of Asian and western countries and how they have impacted their lives. We become as vulnerable as ever as we unpack our insecurities and share the stories of our journeys to self-love along with what has helped us feel at peace with our self-image. Keep an eye out for announcements about Sophie's upcoming solo mental-health series on our Instagram (@riceandshinepodcast)!
You've heard the team talk about their passions, but today they take a deep dive into their extracurricular activities. Extracurriculars can be daunting, with the feeling of the college board watching. But today, the pressure is taken off as they discuss their hobbies, how they got into them, their past passions, and much more.
In today's episode, get to know the hosts better as the Rice & Shine team reflect on their own personalities and analyze each other's (accidentally turning into a compliment battle). Also discussed is self-growth, the pressure (or motivator) of end goals, and the bond between the hosts.
Bathrooms, spas, trains, food, make a world (or country) of a difference. With the hosts of Rice & Shine having different cultural backgrounds, today we compare and contrast our countries with each other and America.
Whether you're a parent, a child, or somewhere in between, the Rice & Shine team is here to discuss their thoughts on parenting. We reflect on our parents and their ways as well as envision our possible future as parents.
After two weeks of covering heavy topics, today we take a breather as we retreat back to our "virtual sleepover" roots. We crank up the late-night talk vibe as Sophie tells the story of her "I love you trauma", Lauren's inner theatre kid jumps out, Grace longs for simpler days, and Ava talks about her first grade art tantrum.
Adolescence can be confusing, especially as young women. Today we discuss gendered toys, gender roles, and safety as women. We reminisce our childhood struggles with finding peace in our femininity and look forwards to a future without labels and safer environments for everyone.
Since COVID has started, there has been a 1900% increase in hate crimes against Asian-Americans. This week we tell the stories of the victims of these hate crimes as well as share our own experiences with discrimination. It may all seem dark, but we can make it light. Some ways you can help are spreading the word about this problem, purchasing from local Asian-American businesses, calling out racist behaviors, donating to victims, and reporting assault cases. Report assault cases at https://stop...
*CONTAINS SPOILERS* In this installment of Asians On-Screen, we discuss our love for the 2018 film Crazy Rich Asians. Combining your typical romance, comedy (presented by our favorites Awkwafina and Ken Jeong), and deep topics such as the disconnect between Asians and Asian-Americans, Crazy Rich Asians is a new classic that has something for everyone.
As our first semester of high school has come to an end, we reflect on our experience with online school and question the possibility of a hybrid system. From the woes of breakout rooms to recognizing our privilege during a confusing time, we discuss the ins and outs of being teenagers during a pandemic.
As we have entered high school, our futures and the stress surrounding them has crept upon us. From continuing Rice & Shine to saving the mental health world, we discuss our dream futures and how they have changed from our past fantasies. *Check us out on Google Podcasts!*
The internet has grown a lot- from being a small platform to a matter of world domination. We've grown along with it, and its impact is seen in our lives: as Asian Americans, as teenagers, and as a society. Today we discuss the pros and cons of living in this digital era.
*CONTAINS SPOILERS* In the second installment of the Asians On-Screen series, today we discuss the impact of the Korean movie, Parasite. From the many awards it won to its unique storyline, we give our thoughts and appreciation for this film.
Music plays a big role in the Rice & Shine team's lives. Today we discuss our favorite artists and genres--from Classical to K-Pop, and the connections we have with our different tastes. (Rice & Shine's Instagram is now up! Follow @riceandshinepodcast for updates, fun posts about us, and more!)
Is this the BTS fan club? No, but today we turn down the heat as we discuss the ins and outs of the K-Pop world. From crazy fans to defying gender roles to the community, we give our thoughts and praise our favorite group (guess who!) K-pop is such a large topic, so look forward to more on K-Pop in later episodes!
Cultural identity is a tricky topic, but today we discuss the ups and downs of finding peace in our identities as Asian-Americans and mixed teens.
Today we discuss our thoughts on the live-action Mulan movie, how the original shaped us, and the Asian representation on and off screen in the 2020 edition.
Welcome to the virtual sleepover! Today we introduce ourselves, talk a little about how we met and our vision for the podcast!
