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Worst Asian PodcastWhat is the Korean HAN 한 ? / Generational Anger and SorrowYes, Ben is generally an angry person. But is that really his fault? Or should he blame it on his Korean Han 한 . It's a feeling of sorrow and anger that's shared among generations of Korean people. Ben did a lot of research for this episode so you better tune in. Lingjie has an angry wife. Ben gets food poisoning. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: Too much boba tea is bad / Pokemon x Fendi / Beef Golden Globe WinnerWe are both feeling horrible. Lingjie is sick. Ben is extremely hungover. Nonetheless we are here with your weekly dose of BS content. This week we go over the top (?) stories in the Asian community. Stay tuned and find out why drinking too much boba tea is bad for you. Lingjie hates Teslas. Ben gets a scare at the doctors. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastThe PERFECT Asian American Date ... or notIf you had to go on a 24 hour date, where would you take them? We give you all the best spots to hit up for breakfast lunch and dinner. And maybe even a few extracurricular activities wink wink. Get your head out of the gutter, we're talking about KTV. Ben tries to save money. Lingjie can't find his sweatpants. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.Go check out the sponsors of this episode Coffee Meets Bagel by clicking the link below:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/coffee-meets-bagel-dating-app/id630119301
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Worst Asian PodcastDeathbattle: Korean vs Chinese Athletes / The most important stat is NET WORTH $$$Which country has a better roster of sports athletes? Korea or China? On this installment of DEATHBATTLE, things get really heated over figure skating. Ben is not impressed by ping pong. Lingjie only cares about net worth. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastENCORE: We're All Bitter Asian Dudes ft. Paul Sun-Hyung LeeWe're stuffing our faces with Turkey this week so there'll be no new episode. But in honor of the newly released trailer for Netflix's Avatar, we're replaying our interview with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee. It was an amazing chat. Please enjoy. And Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. We're grateful for you all, insert heart fingers.
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Worst Asian PodcastFeeling NOT Asian Enough, NOT American EnoughThe whole underlying point of this podcast is that we are always stuck feeling not Asian enough while simultaneously feeling not American enough. Today we get a bit deeper into the why (plus a lot of tangents). Lingjie gets upset at other parents. Ben googles his last name. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastTop Asians Movies of the 2010s and beyondNo one does movie reviews better than us. No one. This week we go over our favorite Asian(ish) movies of the 2010s and beyond. Get ready as we DO NOT talk about Parasite, Crazy Rich Asians, Everything Everywhere All At Once, or basically anything else you might have thought we would. Ben is obsessed with Clint Eastwood. Lingjie is busy eating popcorn. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastThings we wish our Asian Parents taught us PART #2We're doing a part 2 continuation of last week's episode. You don't need to listen to them in order. We had a long list of things we wish we learned from our parents as kids. Is it rude to call your parents bad cooks? Do you know which town your parents actually migrated from? Ben loves decorating for Halloween. Lingjie is in his PJs. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastThings we wish our Asian Parents taught usHaving Asian parents means having a different view of the world growing up. There are things we wish we learned earlier in life. Do you also have things you wish your parents taught you growing up? Ben should have been a lawyer. Lingjie hoards Pokemon cards. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastHAPPY 2 YEAR PODCAST ANNIVERSARY!!! (is this the END???)2 years and over 100 episodes later, we're still here. Beaten and bruised but we're still alive. We get real about what it's been like and what the future holds. A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE LISTENERS. WITHOUT YOU, WE WOULD JUST BE SCREAMING TO EACH OTHER. Lingjie is a one waller. Ben needs to get harder. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: Panda Bears Extinct / Hasan Minhaj Controversy / Asian Games / Mount Fuji ClosedKnock on wood but I think we're at the tailend of this month of being sick. I can almost laugh without coughing up a lung. We're back again with another installment of Asian News. The bi-monthly news show to keep you up to date on all the headlines that don't matter. Lingjie hates birthday dinners. Ben wants to be the new host of the Daily Show. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhen does Asian Fusion Food become TOO Westernized?Almost a month and we're still sick. Against our Doctor's advice, we're committed to delivering you your weekly dose of dumb content. This week, Asian fusion yay or nay? At what point is it just too westernized? Lingjie coughs out lightning yellow phlegm. Ben does push ups before sexy time. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastSaving Money The Asian Way: 100% LEGALLYOh my goodness we're still sick but the show must go on. The coughing continues and hopefully the laughs do too. How do Asians save money? Just the legal ways please. Asian people were the pioneers of being eco-friendly and they didn't even care about the planet. Reuse, recycle, and haggle. Lingjie gets light headed. Ben doesn't care about freezer burn. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastVacation Values: Unveiling Asian American Travel HabitsIf you grew up in an Asian or immigrant family, did you actually go on REAL vacations as a kid? More likely, summers were spent at Kumon or attending extra classes. Now that we're older, where do adult Asians like to travel to? Ben survives a rollercoaster. Lingjie can't get his eyes off the teacher's assistant. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastTwo Sick Asian American PodcastersWe're both sick. Ben has an undiagnosed illness that's not stupidity. Lingjie is suffering from you know what. But we're pushing through it all to give you your weekly dose of mid tier entertainment. This is a totally random misc episode about absolutely nothing. Lingjie wonders why men need lotion. Ben loves the swamp. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhat's it like being Asian American in New York City?This topic was a great excuse to reminisce about random memories we had growing up in NYC. But the truth is, NYC is one of the best places to live if you are Asian. But it also has some big negatives, mainly the $$$. Lingjie gets hit in the face with a baseball. Ben misses cheap steak and eggs. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: Fake China Zoo Bear? / Man Smuggles Pet Turtle in KFC / Filipino Gerber Baby / Netflix's Beef Emmy NominationsEveryone's favorite Asian news anchors are back! This time we wonder if we should start incorporating a weather report. Today's episode is full of more unimportant Asian news tidbits. Everything from fake Chinese bears to smuggled KFC pet turtles. Lingjie is cheap at restaurants. Ben runs out before we finish recording. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastLIFE IN JAPAN: What's it REALLY like living in Japan? The Good, The Bad, & The Kawaii かわいい.Japan unveiled. The world is obsessed with all things Japanese culture. Beyond the obsession with Anime, vending machines, sushi, and all things kawaii かわいい. What is life really like living in Japan? We get the first hand scoop from an expat who moved there. A beautiful country with amazingly courteous people but it does have its quirks. Lingjie hates empanada thieves. Franklin forgot how to be a New Yorker. Ben is missing. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastTHIS OR THAT? ASIAN FOOD: Ramen or Pho? Korean BBQ or Chinese Skewers? Hotpot or Shabu?This was a very hungry but fun episode. We go over some of the hardest choices in Asian cuisine. No facts, just stubborn opinions. This or that, Asian food edition. Pho or Ramen? Korean BBQ or Chinese Skewers? Paris Baguette or Chinese bakeries? And so much more. Lingjie constructs his own sandwich at a discount. Ben has fun at Round 1. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastFamily CEO: Responsibilities of the Eldest Asian ChildThere's a lot to be said about carrying the burden of being the oldest child in the family. Both of us carry that title yet we differ in so many ways. Who's responsible for the parents? What happens when you have a deadbeat sibling? Lingjie takes an advance on his inheritance. Ben is losing rent money. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastPart 2: A.I. Got Your Back: Fixing Asian ProblemsThis is part 2 of our 2 part series on how artificial intelligence would handle some of the larger problems within the Asian community. Feel free to listen to either part in any order. Ben wears his shirt backwards on air. Lingjie has a new way to make money. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastPart 1: A.I. Got Your Back: Fixing Asian ProblemsBefore A.I. takes over the world and enslaves humanity, let's use it to solve some everyday Asian problems. This is the first of a 2 part series on how artificial intelligence would tackle some of the most common problems including racism, bamboo ceilings, cultural barriers, and much more. Ben blows up via text. Lingjie wonders if people actually care. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhy Do Asians Avoid the Doctor? / Cultural Stigmas Around HealthApologies for being a day late with this week's episode release. But we're here and some of what's happening in our real lives tie into the topic of this episode. Do you ever feel like Asian people avoid seeing the doctor? There's a lot of cultural baggage to unpack. Ben tries durian for the first time live on air. Lingjie loses something at H-Mart. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: South Korean Dating Website / Durian Ramen / Little Mermaid Movie / KFC Fingerlicking Surprise +There's a whole lot on deck for this Asian News Update episode. A new East Asian country goes up against Japan's declining birth rates. KFC has a finger licking good surprise. Why did the Little Mermaid bomb in Asia? And so much more. Lingjie has solid advice on aging. Ben tries to join the military. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastDeathbattle: Korean vs Chinese Movie Celebrities / Simu Liu or Steven Yeun?It's another fan favorite "Deathbattle" episode. This time we compare Korean vs Chinese movie celebrities. Steven Yeun goes up against Simu Liu. What does South Korea have to compete against Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan? Ben steals a mattress. Lingjie has choice words for his wife's boss. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhat's in a Name? The Dilemma of Westernizing Asian NamesWhat's in a name? How much of a difference does it make in your everyday life to have a more "common" western name? We chat about why we each choose to use or not use a nickname. The good, the bad, and the annoying. Ben misses a very important party. Lingjie brought breakfast. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWe're all f**ked up inside / Netflix's BEEF is the Greatest Asian American Show of All-TimeWe don't normally do movie or TV show reviews but Netflix's Beef may be the greatest Asian American show ever. If you've seen the show, you'll love this episode. If you haven't, please go binge it and come back. Beef fights against what the general public thinks of Asian Americans and shows that we're all a little f**ked up inside. Lingjie has unique bathroom activities. Ben fights for custody. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Dads Are Misunderstood? / Happy Father's Day!Happy Father's Day! Today it's all about the world's most misunderstood creature, the Asian Dad. What makes it tick? Why does it do what it does? Lingjie creates an A.I. cohost. Ben countdown to religious salvation. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastTHE BEN DIDN'T SHOW UP SPECIAL: Our Favorite Superpowers (Subscription Bonus Freebie)Ben didn't show up for this week's recording. So this seems like a perfect opportunity to distribute an episode from our paid subscription series of episodes. In this one we talk about our favorite super powers. It's not Asian related but it's good dumb fun. If you enjoy the episode, consider subscribing to our bonus content on Apple and Spotify. It also just shows general support for the podcast so I (Lingjie) don't lose my mind dealing with Ben. Sorry to the current subscribers, I love you and appreciate your support.
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Worst Asian PodcastMic Nguyen needs more H-Marts (Comedian and host of Asian Not Asian Podcast)Worst meets best as comedian Mic Nguyen joins us today. We get down and dirty with the godfather of Asian podcasting and host of the acclaimed Asian Not Asian Podcast. Mic puts his fish sauce in a decanter. Ben power lifts his body out of bed. Lingjie has 5 phones. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastIs AAPI Heritage Month ACTUALLY Important?It's AAPI heritage month and we've got a lot to celebrate this week. But what is actually the point of this month? Is it just window dressing or does it actually do anything for the Asian community? Or are we just a bunch of haters? Ben uses finger chopsticks. Lingjie gets carsick. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastFeeling Different at the School Cafeteria / The "Asian" Lunchbox MomentThere are few things more traumatizing than being a young Asian child sitting in your school cafeteria and being laughed at because your lunch was different. A great majority of us have had that "lunchbox moment." Come join us as we go down memory lane and discuss what it was like back in elementary school. Lingjie cuts class to watch the Maury Show. Ben wonders why no one sits next to him. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: Netflix invests $2.5 Billion in K-Dramas / Lifesize Gundams in Japan / K-Pop Idol Culture / Is Super Mario Brothers Asian?Aloha and mahalo! We're officially back from vacation but you probably didn't even notice. We're making it easy on ourselves with another Asian News Update episode. Netflix is throwing around $2.5 billion dollars and none of it is ours. Ben's favorite hobby is sitting. Lingjie misses Hawaii. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhat is a BOBA LIBERAL? / Asian American PoliticsWhat does the term BOBA LIBERAL mean? This isn't a political podcast so don't expect deep analysis. But we do think it's worth talking a little bit about Asian American politics. Why's it so hard for all of us to just get along? Lingjie has a hot take on Siracha. Ben has a secret to never being late. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Generational Wealth / Why do our parents work so hard?According to the internet, one of the co-hosts sits on bags of money and the other lives in his car. This week we discuss the ultimate goal of most immigrant Asian Americans: making money. And specifically how it relates to building wealth for their kid. Ben has holes in his sneakers. Lingjie has an obsession with chopsticks. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastTop Asians Movies of the 1990s & 2000s / What counts as an "Asian American" film?This week, we had a fun time talking about our favorite "Asian" movies of the 1990s and 2000s. Yes, that's Asian in quotes. What actually counts as an Asian American film? It's a junk drawer of whatever we could find because those were some difficult decades. Lingjie gets inspired by Mewtwo. Ben bounces on the moon. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhy is there a LOST GENERATION of Asian businesses?Ben is sick so let's see how he powers through this episode. Lots of Asian Americans spend years hustling to build a small business or store. But what happens when their kids don't want to take over the business? Is there a lost generation of small AAPI stores? Ben pays $100 for a haircut. Lingjie takes every opportunity to vent. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastDeathbattle: Korean vs Chinese Slang / JIA YOU 加油 or HWAI-TING 화이팅What happens when you take two people who can barely speak their respective languages and make them discuss Korean and Chinese slang? A good dumb time. Why do Chinese people say Jia You aka add oil? Do Korean people mean fighting when they say hwai-ting? Lingjie hits the airplane. Ben was destined to be dumb. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Gossip Culture / The Great Asian American PastimeIs it just us or do our Asian aunties LOVE to gossip? Is it the great Asian American pastime? We dive deep into why gossiping is so contagious within Asian culture, To be honest, this is the type of episode you get when Ben forgets to prepare show notes for a recording. Lingjie saves his soju bottle caps. Ben compares receding hairlines. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastSandro Roco Sparkles - Founder of Asian Beverage Brand SANZOWhat happens when you can't find what you like to drink at your local supermarket? Duh, just start your own beverage company. Sandro Roco comes onto the podcast to discuss the originals of Sanzo and why he and Homer Simpson have a lot in common. Most importantly, how do you correctly pronounce lychee? Ben shops on StockX. Sandro confuses his parents. Lingjie gets lost in the international aisle. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: Physical 100 / Mark Wahlberg Awkwardness / Japan Birthrate / Simu Liu / BTS Lego / Spirited Away LiveYou listeners get what you ask for: more BS new discussions from your favorite podcast duo. This week we get into all the not so serious breaking news headlines in the Asian community. Ben needs a plane ticket to Japan. Lingjie doubles down when he's not sure of the facts. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Cultural Appropriation or Appreciation?What is the difference between Asian cultural appropriation vs appreciation? Aside from straight up yellowface, there are so many more examples of appropriation. Or are we getting too easily upset when someone is coming from a place of genuine appreciation. Ben adds a secret ingredient to his fried rice. Lingjie blows up his microwave. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastF**k Saving Face / Do Asian Americans Still Care About it?Every culture has a form of keeping "honor" or *prestige* but some traditional Asian norms take it up to another level. The idea of face is deeply rooted in east Asian society but do modern day Asian American care that much about it? Or is the attitude more like f**k saving face? Lingjie wants people to call him Hyung. Ben wears sunglasses in a sauna. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAre Younger Generation Asian Americans Too Lazy?Are we getting too old or is there actually something noticeably different about younger generation Asian Americans? Is the value of hard work lost on this generation? The idea for this episode is basically an excuse for Ben to complain about his current and past co-workers. But we do sprinkle in a couple real points here and there. Lingjie has Colonel Sanders secret recipe. Ben hates the instagram algorithm. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhat is a Third Culture Kid? / Asian American or F.O.B. (Fresh Off The Boat)What exactly is a third culture kid? It's such a unique perspective compared to the more standard Asian American identity. It's hard enough being an immigrant kid but it gets even more complicated when you can't personally pin down a single place to call home. We get into all the fine details but go off on way too many tangents. Lingjie swings around a baguette like a bat. Ben is too heavy for the paramedics. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastASIAN DATING LIFE ft. Mariel De Leon, Model & Ms. Philippines International / Why Do Some Asian Women Not Date Asian Men?Happy early Valentine's Day! It's the annual dating episode. The one stop shop for all your mediocre dating advice needs. Joining us on this episode is Mariel De Leon. model and former Ms. Philippines International. We have fun discussing some of your most requested topics on love including: why some asian women actively choose to not date asian men, interracial dating, and how to navigate this confusing modern world. Mariel loves power lunch dates. Ben's body count is higher than his bank account. Lingjie loves women who don't cook. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastDeath Battle: Korean vs Chinese Food / KBBQ or Hotpot???On this installment of our (hopefully) much beloved Death Battle series, it's Korean vs Chinese Food! Can the discussion stay heated even though both hosts love stuffing their faces with all types of caloric dense cuisine. KBBQ, hotpot, stews, kimchi, dim sum, and so much more of the top hitters are on tap. More importantly, you'll find out why you should always wear sweatpants to a bar. Ben gets "jjigae" with it. Lingjie loves MSG more than his wife. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Masculinity: What's the deal with these stereotypes about Asian Men?Even if you've never heard someone say it out loud, there's a common misconception that Asian men are not masculine. But who gets to define what's masculine or not? We break down what it means to be a "man" and give our honest opinions on what's true and false about how society views Asian men. Ben gets unnecessarily upset at people who play video games. Lingjie is drinking too much hater-ade. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Update: Pokemon's Ash Ketchum Retires! / $600K Japanese Whiskey / Rush Hour 4 / Everything Everywhere All At OnceIt's another roundup of what's happening in the Asian diaspora. Come tune in to see just how bad Ben pronounces the word diaspora. Ash Ketchum finally retires after 25 years but all we can talk about is which Pokemon would taste the best on a keto diet. Lingjie bangs his head on a urinal stall. Ben is big on creepy positive affirmations. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastHappy New Year, Both Lunar and Not! / It's Finally Time to Drink On The PodcastHappy Lunar New Year and Happy Standard New Year! It's a brand new year and we're better than ever, or at least a bit more drunk than ever. We get into our new year resolutions, upcoming Lunar New Year celebrations, and why Korean pears have skewed our expectations of fruits overall. Lingjie is present during the birth of a listener's child. Ben tries his best to moderate this episode. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhy Don't Asian Americans Care About Soccer or the World Cup? / We Barely Talk About Actual Soccer HereDon't be scared if you don't know much about soccer. We hardly know anything about it ourselves. Actual soccer (or football?) is barely discussed in this episode. The world cup is over and once again, an Asian country did not win. Is that why most Asian Americans don't care about soccer? Ben thickens the ozone layer. Lingjie is confused by women's clothing sizes. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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►Aaron's got your back if you need a mortgage at:
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Worst Asian PodcastScooping Out Bagels ft. Stephanie Wu - Editor In Chief of Eater.comIf you consume calories than you've heard of Eater. Joining us is Stephanie Wu, Eater's new Editor In Chief. What does it mean to be Taiwanese American in such a prominent position? We talk about all things food including the best pizza, bagel hacks, and the pros and cons of taking your toddler out dining. Ben scoops out his bagels, Lingjie waits in line for fried chicken. Stephanie confuses the airline industry. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastThe Worst Holiday Gift Guide / It's the Holiday Episode! Ho Ho Ho!Ho Ho Ho listeners! It's the holiday episode and this year we're going through some of the best and worst gifts. The initial plan was to offer up some valuable gift giving ideas but as things usually go on this podcast, we got completely derailed by bootleg movies, lithium battery technology, and baseline sleep health. Lingjie thought he was so cool with his minidisc player. Ben lives in a multi unit housing structure. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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►Jeff's handcrafted chopsticks make everything taste better over at...2022-12-0851 min
Worst Asian PodcastWhy are we Asians skeptical A.F.?Is being so skeptical just a predisposition that all Asians have to deal with? Nature vs nurture. Differing opinions vs false information. There's also a fine line between skepticism and becoming a conspiracy nut. Ben discovers latex gloves. Lingjie is in the metaverse. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast
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Worst Asian PodcastDeath Battle: Korean vs Chinese Superstitions / Don't Wear A Green Hat or Give Your Partner ShoesWe hope you listeners enjoy these Death Battles episodes because we love making them. In this installment, Korean vs Chinese superstitions. Don't give your partner shoes unless you're forced to wear a green hat. That sentence will make no sense until you listen to this episode. Things got so spicy we literally had to insert beeps. Ben finds a new career in fengshui. Lingjie gets 10% commission off Tinder. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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►Brandon has the best smelling candles for your not good smelling house:
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Worst Asian PodcastHate Is A Virus ft. Founder Tammy Cho and Producer Raymond LuuMore than just a hashtag movement, Hate Is A Virus is proof that the modern digital age has its merits. Tammy Cho co-founded the organization in 2020 to help combat the rise of AAPI hate. Her dream team of volunteers, including producer Raymond Luu, has helped the operation raise over one million dollars to date. Ben rides a kayak. Lingjie welcomes everyone to New York. Tammy is live on Twitch. Ray brings back Winamp. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWe Have Daddy Issues / Generational Gap: How Well Do Americanized Asians Know Their Parents?We're back! It's the beginning of season 2, year 2. We both have some pent up daddy issues that we need to let out. In this glorious episode, we get into why so many immigrant families have this ever widening generational gap. Is it that hard to be close with your parents? It all somehow devolves into a crappy therapy session. Ben decorates his walls with fist shape holes. Lingjie is totally dudes with his wife. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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► WEBSITE: ww...2022-11-0346 minWorst Asian PodcastENCORE: We don't know anything about Asian Careers. But we do love complaining about our own jobs.We'll be back next week on November 3rd with brand new amazingly dumb content but in the meantime please enjoy one of our favorite episodes from this past year!
Are you curious about the stereotypical Asian job? Well, you're in the wrong place. In this episode, we fail miserably at discussing the best and worst Asian career paths. Be prepared for us to go off on lots of tangents about our own past jobs. Ben likes fried chicken in the morning. Lingjie sleeps on a bed of money. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
2022-10-2742 minWorst Asian PodcastENCORE: How Important is Language to Being Asian? / Being Bilingual & AAPI Culture PreservationWe'll be back in one week on November 3rd with brand new amazingly dumb content but in the meantime please enjoy one of our favorite episodes from this past year!
Preserving one's culture often boils down to first being able to speak and understand the language. Why is it so hard to be bilingual while living outside your home country? Both hosts try to uncover why their Korean and Chinese skills are so bad. Is it too late for both of them? Yes, probably yes. Lingjie discovers Asian tornados. Ben watches porn with subtitles. Come listen to...2022-10-2051 min
Worst Asian PodcastOne Year Wasted. Happy Birthday To Us! / The Wrap Up EpisodeWe did it! We survived an entire year! 52 weekly episodes deep and we somehow haven't killed each other. This is the one year review episode. Ben's exhausted from work but he pushed through this recording. We give our thoughts on the past year. The highs, the lows, and all the crap in between. Lingjie almost gets his social security number stolen. Ben has a watermelon in his skull. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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►Hoyman has all your real estate photography needs:
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Worst Asian PodcastLinsanity 10 Years Later ft. Frank Chi, Director of 38 At The Garden / Jeremy Lin DocumentaryIt's been 10 years since Jeremy Lin took the nation by storm. Director Frank Chi has a new documentary coming out on HBO called "38 At The Garden". Linsanity was so much more than just a campaign on NBA2K brought to life. It was a moment when all Asian American felt proud to be Asian. Frank talks about the bigger underlying messages of the film and what still Linsanity means to young kids in 2022. Lingjie goes to the Cheesecake Factory. Ben becomes an NBA scout. Frank says no to the scalpers. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastIt's The Halloween Episode! Spooky! Asian Ghosts and HolidaysIt's the Halloween episode! Spoooooky. We reminisce about our experiences as kids going trick or treating. We have a fun time chatting about various spoooooky ghosts and spoooooky holidays from Asia. Spirits coming back to Earth during October seem to be in style. Stay tuned for the tale of Ben being set on fire, twice. Yes, twice. Lingjie steals candy. Ben punches ghosts. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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►Karina has all your stationary needs at:
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Worst Asian PodcastHow Do We Save Chinatown? ft. Victoria Lee, Founder of Welcome To ChinatownNew York's OG Chinatown was hit hard during the pandemic. Out of that storm of bad news came Victoria Lee. She is the founder of Welcome to Chinatown, an organization dedicated to preserving Chinatown Manhattan for the next generation. They have distributed over $500k in donations to date. Victoria comes on to talk about the journey and dealing with feelings of imposter syndrome along the way. Ben came one hour late. Lingjie makes a new BFF. Victoria has butterfingers. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastEastern Medicine, Believe It or Not? / See You at the Park at 6AM for Tai ChiDid your parents ever brew you up a bitter, dark as the night concoction to drink when you were sick? If not, then go visit your local Asian herbal store and try one for yourself. Today we give our opinions on a variety of Eastern medicinal treatments and beliefs. We manage to mix in some nostalgic Johnny Quest and T-Mobile Sidekick references. Ben thinks Red Bull is delicious for a very odd reason. Lingjie has a lot of disclaimers. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWe're All Bitter Asian Dudes ft. Paul Sun-Hyung Lee Interview / More Than Just Appa From Kim's ConvenienceYou know him best as Appa from the show Kim's Convenience but Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is so much more than just that. We chat with him about his career and his love of geek culture. What happens when a Star Wars super nerd gets to be in a Star Wars show? Give it up for the nicest human being to ever shit his pants. Paul has strong opinions on ketchup. Ben is worried about going bald. Lingjie has never once said Paul is old, never. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastKorean vs. Chinese Inventions Death Battle / Bigger Impact on Humanity, the Compass or Tiktok?We're back for another edition of Death Battle. This time, we're comparing Korean and Chinese inventions across history. It's safe to say who's the favorite in this matchup. Is Ben that bad at googling or is Korean fried chicken actually the best he has to offer? The trash talk bantering is dialed up on this episode. Ben loves instant coffee. Lingjie can't legally say what torrenting is. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Beauty Standards / Blame Social Media For It AllNo one is more qualified to talk about Asian beauty standards than two objectively and subjectively unattractive Asian podcast hosts. What are the differences in perceived attractiveness between eastern and western cultures? We point the finger at social media and how badly it's warping society's idea of beauty. We apologize in advance if we offend anyone, please slide into our DMs and yell at us. Ben has some creepy hand gestures. Lingjie loves anime eyes. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Roundup # 2 / Spam Thief /Janet Yang / J-Hope at Lollapalooza / GMO Durians / Constance WuBreaking news, everyone is stealing Spam. We're back with more news because you listeners loved it so much. Janet Yang is set to be the first Asian American president of The Academy of Motion Pictures aka The Oscars. Love or hate GMO's but they've taken the smell out of durains. All that and so much more and we look to become the new Asian CNN. Ben sucks on tree sap. Lingjie discovers the meaning of an upside down pineapple. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastMixed Asian Life ft. Alex Chester-Iwata, Editor In Chief of Mixed Asian MediaBeing Asian can be hard. Being mixed Asian is both hard and confusing. Alex Chester-Iwata joins us on the pod to talk about all things within the mixed Asian diaspora. She is the Editor In Chief of Mixed Asian Media. What's it mean to be called ambiguous? Exotic but not authentic? We get into it all and much more. Lingjie remembers Dawson's Creek. Ben has a hairy back. Alex makes VIP passes out of sticky notes. And everyone loves Keanu Reeves. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastTell Me You're Asian Without Telling Me You're AsianLet's slow down and have a some fun on this episode with a little game. Also, Ben is hungover so talking about anything more serious might break his brain. Tell me you're asian without telling me you're asian. How many stereotypes can we tippy toe over without offending too many people? Ben falls into the dark side with air fryers. Lingjie is pretty sure you should wash your hands after you pee, not before. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian Food Icons: Boba ft. Andrew Chau, CEO of Boba Guys & Author The Boba BookWe dive head first into a giant cup of boba tea. Joining us to talk about everything boba and so much more is Andrew Chau. He is the CEO and Co-founder of the wildly successful chain Boba Guys. He also authored "The Boba Book." We ask the ultimate question, is it boba or bubble tea? Ben is a petty subway rider. Lingjie doesn't get any of the Ted Lasso references. Andrew trolls on Simu Liu. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastToken Asian, Yay or Nay? / AAPI Representation in Media and Real LifeWe've probably all at one time been the token something in a situation. Was it weird? Was it good? Maybe you didn't even notice. Let's dive deep into the pros and cons of tokenism. The boys go way off on a tanget and end up making a horrible bet with each other. Lingjie invents a new inclusive term for all Asians. Ben hates on more drivers. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastIs the Immigrant American Dream Still Alive? / First Generation Asian American StoriesAmerica, land of the free and home of the world famous Nathan's hotdog eating contest. Aside from money and fast food, what is it about America that keeps luring in people from around the world? The boys chat about their first generation migration stories and what's different about the modern immigrant American dream. Ben falls back in love with Whoppers. Lingjie becomes a ringside announcer. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastSingle vs. Married Life Death Battle / Bad Dating and Marriage AdviceAnother installment of "Death Battle", single life vs married life. Let's hope couples counseling is not needed after this episode. There's absolutely nothing negative about marriage according to Lingjie... hold up, is that a red dot on Lingjie's forehead? Ben gets catfished. Lingjie even had money as a little kid. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAsian News Roundup #1 / BTS Breaks Up / Go Hoard Sriracha / End of Korean BBQ in L.A. / Real Life Squid GameSo much news, so little time. Let's go roundup the most important headlines in the Asian community. And by most important, we mean what pops up the most on our social media feeds. BTS breaks up??? Say it ain't Seoul. Srircha is low stock everywhere but you'll be surprised about what's causing it. Should you bring your Peloton membership to Mcdonald's? All this and so much more on this episode. Ben discovers the true meaning of Fire Island. Lingjie runs for Governor of California. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhat's It Mean To Be A Banana Asian? / Yellow Outside White InsideAsian bananas and we're not talking about the fruit. The boys talk about what it's like to be so culturally American while looking so outwardly Asian. Are they conforming or is this just who they are? Ben tries to get replaced by a Japanese co-host. Lingjie has anger problems. Stay tuned for a new record length segment of ranting and raving. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastBreaking News! It's CeFaan Kim / Reporting Amid Rising Asian HateLet's welcome possibly the most recognizable Asian American name in journalism, CeFaan Kim. How does he handle the emotional toll of reporting about the AAPI community these past few years? CeFaan gets real about his mission as a journalist. And he answers the ultimate question, Mets or Yankees? Lingjie doesn't know the meaning of "off the record". Ben still hates NYC parking. CeFaan reveals the origin story of his own name. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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2022-06-1646 min
Worst Asian PodcastWhat's up with our Asian Dads? Happy Father's Day!Happy Father's Day! Asian dads are very special and very quiet. We ask the ultimate question, what is a father? Dad stories and complaining devolves into non-stop tangents. Sorry, not sorry. Ben has a crappy spider sense. Lingjie learns about the eggplant emoji. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastEmma Broyles Miss America 2022 / First Korean American Crowned / Asian Female RepresentationEmma Broyles is the first Korean American to ever be crowned Miss America. She comes onto the podcast to discuss her thoughts on what it all means. The hosts quickly learn that Emma possesses an S-tier sarcasm game. Myths about Gen-Z are dispelled. How much are crowns worth on eBay? Ben wants a fuel efficient moose. Lingjie fights for free tuition. Emma likes the smell of Steve Aoki. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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2022-06-0247 min
Worst Asian PodcastHoly Moly, Asians and Religion / How is this episode even possible?The ultimate test of our BS, it's the much requested Asian + Religion episode. Do Koreans love hiking because it brings them closer to God? What's the interest rate on donations put in an offering basket? Are you really Filipino if you're not Catholic? Where does the God of Oranges reside? There are no dumb questions, only dumb hosts. Lingjie wants an Anime waifu. Ben does his best Tom Cruise impersonation. And get ready for the greatest Ben dad story to date. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastLet's Normalize Asian Mental Health with Dr. Han Ren / AAPI Mental Health AwarenessIt's a messy place at the intersection of mental health and being Asian. Dr. Han Ren comes onto the podcast to chat about how we can try to normalize it within the AAPI community. Generations of cultural stigmas have kept us from seeking help. The boys get real about their own experiences in therapy. Ben hates paper straws. Lingjie gives Gen-Z a gold star. Dr. Ren has a possum BFF. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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2022-05-1946 min
Worst Asian PodcastMinimalism + Asian = Marie Kondo / Do We Asians have Hoarding Tendencies?Let's talk about the OG Asian minimalist Marie Kondo. Does this old empty salsa jar spark joy? Or is she completely wrong and most Asians would rather actually hoard. We discuss the cultural reasons why both can be true. Ben turns into a human soundboard. Lingjie rejects peanut butter. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWhat's up with Asian Multigenerational Households? / Extended Nuclear Family and AAPI Cultural NormsWhat are the cultural norms behind having so many damn people in the same household? Is westernization changing the Asian nuclear family? We get angry as we imagine our kids eventually throwing us into a nursing home. Ben gets physically c**kblocked. Lingjie has bad cellphone signal in Thailand. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastA.M.A. #1 / Ask Me Asian-Thing: The Sleepy Quarantine EditionOne us is in quarantine but pumping out weekly content takes priority. We came together remotely to record this amazingly bad AMA episode. Find out what nighttime Lingjie is like. Spoiler alert: he's very sleepy. Ben is too dumb to be a criminal. Lingjie teleports into banks. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastChinese vs Korean Wedding Death Battle / Asian Wedding Superstitions and TraditionsWe're doubling down on this Korean vs Chinese Death Battle thing and making it into a series. On this installment, weddings! Listen as we butcher our way thru describing the difference between a traditional Korean and Chinese wedding. Can we figure out the reason why Ben may never get married? Lingjie invents a seafood pancake wedding cake. Ben is bad at using adjectives. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastHow Important is Language to Being Asian? / Being Bilingual & AAPI Culture PreservationPreserving one's culture often boils down to first being able to speak and understand the language. Why is it so hard to be bilingual while living outside your home country? Both hosts try to uncover why their Korean and Chinese skills are so bad. Is it too late for both of them? Yes, probably yes. Lingjie discovers Asian tornados. Ben watches porn with subtitles. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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2022-04-1450 min
Worst Asian PodcastCheers! Let's Talk Asian Alcohols with Carol Pak / CEO Creator of Makku and SokuOne of the hosts isn't allowed to drink in 2022 so he thought it'd be a great idea to interview the CEO of an Asian alcohol company. Carol Pak is the creator of Makku, a modern day twist on one of Korea's oldest alcoholic drinks Makgeolli. Carol discusses the difficulties of introducing an unknown beverage to a western audience, and the dual struggle of being a female + Asian entrepreneur. Ben wakes up on the table of a laundromat. Lingjie discovers an email time machine. And Carol owes Ben gas money. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastAre We Asians Too Introverted? / Extroverts vs Introverts / AAPI Cultural StigmasHow much truth is there to the stereotype that Asians are introverted? Hard to say and we don't know but we're going to talk about it anyways. We chat about whether it even matters to be more introverted or extroverted. We also get real for a bit about whether rise of AAPI hate has any effect on this. Ben discovers Asian planets. Lingjie redefines the term "self-love". Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastHmong Culture with Yia Vang. James Beard Award Finalist / Food, Family, History, and Henry Golding.How much does the average person know about the Hmong people? Probably next to nothing. Chef Yia Vang joins us to chat about Hmong culture, his awesome facial hair, and this little thing he did by becoming a James Beard Award Finalist. Ben wants to know if a hotdog is a sandwich? Yia is confused about thirst traps. Lingjie discovers lowkey racism. And we all collectively gang up on Henry Golding. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.Yia Vang, James Beard Finalist www.instagram.com/yiavang70/Union Hmong...2022-03-2450 min
Worst Asian PodcastAsians Love Gambling and Casino Culture. A.K.A. Losing Money.Is gambling an inherent part of being Asian? Do casinos target poor Asian neighborhoods? We get real about our past experiences living that casino life a.k.a. losing money. We discuss our favorite Korean and Chinese casual gambling games. Lingjie misses the free alcohol. Ben ponders the difference between a true fact and a false fact. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastChef Jae Lee Gets Real about the Restaurant Industry. It's a hard-knock life. / Drinking Culture / Nowon NYCIn this modern social media age, being a "Celebrity Chef" seems beyond glamorous. Chef Jae Lee gives us a wake up kick in the balls. We get down and dirty about what's behind the fame and success. It's a real struggle at times and there's an entire subculture among those in the restaurant industry. Ben's altruism backfires. Lingjie has a weak bladder. Jae gets engaged (RIP). And things get really weird at the end. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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2022-03-1051 min
Worst Asian PodcastWe don't know anything about Asian Careers. But we do love complaining about our own jobs.Are you curious about the stereotypical Asian job? Well, you're in the wrong place. In this episode, we fail miserably at discussing the best and worst Asian career paths. Be prepared for us to go off on lots of tangents about our own past jobs. Ben likes fried chicken in the morning. Lingjie sleeps on a bed of money. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastYoutube is Weird. Our Favorite Asian Youtubers / Mukbang, ASMR, Doobydobap, and more.We fall down the Youtube rabbit hole as we discuss our favorite Youtubers (Asian and not). We quickly realize how weird a place Youtube actually is with everything from food, crypto, mukbang, and prank videos. Ben gets weirdly aroused by ASMR. Lingjie is obsessed with bread on this episode. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastModern Asian Dating with Mariel De Leon. Model & Ms. Philippines International Interview. / Top Dating Apps & Dating Advice.The Asian dating world is a confusing place. To help us navigate the wild wild "east" of dating, we're chatting with guest Mariel De Leon; model and former Ms. Philippines International. We talk about modern dating apps and finding love during the pandemic. Ben continues his streak of being single. Lingjie gets his mind blown about selling farts. And Mariel doesn't date douchebags. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWe unwillingly discuss Netflix's Single's Inferno. NO SPOILER REVIEW. / Korean Reality Dating Show**NO SPOILERS**. How spicy is Single's Inferno? We ride the hype train as we give our thoughts on the Netflix smash hit Korean reality dating show. Lingjie wants the world to know he's a happily married man and finds none of these women attractive whatsoever. Ben contemplates the pros and cons of plastic surgery. We give nicknames to the contestants that are borderline too offensive? It's all in good spirits, please don't cancel us. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastHappy Lunar New Year aka Chinese New Year. / Red Envelope Money / Korean vs Chinese Celebrations.It's the most festive day of the entire year among the AAPI community. Lunar New Year is upon us. Is there more to LNY than just money and food? Lingjie shows his Chinese pride by referrring to it non-stop as Chinese New Year. Ben defends his weak Korean LNY celebration game. Come Listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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► TWITTER: www.twitter.com/worstasi...2022-01-2739 min
Worst Asian PodcastKoreatown vs Chinatown Death Battle. / Asian Glow Rivalry / K-Town Nightlife StoriesFor ages, scholars have debated: Which Asian town is better? Koreatown or Chinatown? On one side, we have Ben. Measuring in at 6 foot 2 inches, and weighing too much. Ben comes in to defend his Banchan and nightclub title. His opponent Lingjie, standing in at 6 foot negative 5 inches, and weighing a manly 155. Lingjie looks like he's been training hard with his Dim Sum and cheap Karaoke. Who reigns supreme? Battle of New York's Worst. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian Podcast2021 Year Review Recap. Was it the Greatest Year Ever for Asian Representation? / Simu Liu Shang-Chi / Squid Game / K-Pop BTS2021 was a great year for the Asian community. Was it the best year ever? It definitely was the start of the greatest Asian franchise, our podcast. Second to us, it was an amazing year for Asian representation in media, music, sports, and so much more. Ben pisses off some K-Pop fans. Lingjie complains about Ben. We're both a bit under the weather this week so this episode is even worse than normal. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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► WEBSITE: www.worstasianpod.co...2021-12-3042 min
Worst Asian PodcastWhat is the Asian Christmas Holiday Season Like? / Korean Chinese Holiday StoriesIt's the holiday season! Do we Asians even care about the holidays? Is Christmas a worldwide event? It's story time as Ben recalls his childhood Rockefeller Christmas Tree tradition. Lingjie has very strong opinions on Christmas gift giving, a bit too strong. It doesn't matter what holiday you celebrate, all that matters is you spending it with us by playing the podcast in the background. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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Worst Asian PodcastWe Dive Deep into Asian Drinking Culture. / Embarrassing Drinking Stories / Asian Glow FlushAsian people love drinking. Unsurprisingly, we're Asian and we love drinking. We dish out all our most embarrassing drinking stories as we explore what's the deal with Asian drinking culture. Why do Chinese people love displaying their liquor like trophies? What's the deal with Asian flush syndrome? Ben throws up in a car and Lingjie just wants to be left alone with his bottle of wine. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast.
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► INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com...2021-12-1648 min