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ConversAsiansSingaporean-British actor Daniel York Loh on addiction, race blind casting and supervillains as heroesSetting the ConversAsians stage with some acting royalty this episode! Daniel York Loh’s career has spanned some of the most prestigious hubs of Singapore and UK classical theatre and appearances on the silver screen, including in early noughties blockbuster, The Beach. In October, he’s set to star in ITV’s tense real-life inspired drama ‘I Fought the Law’ alongside Sheridan Smith. Daniel talks to us about his father’s childhood uprooting from a large Chinese-Singaporean family to the UK, his own early struggles with racism and substance abuse, the Asian stigma around addiction, East Asian cl...2025-04-0637 min
Conversasians PodEp. 66 To Be Or Not To Be, Xmas Movies, That Is The Question | Conversasians Pod A game between the Cowboys and the Commanders had the guys risk their pride by wearing the opposing team's jersey. It was an unexpected win for Ryan and Sung kept his promise. As the year wraps up, Ryan and Sung go over classics and new favorites for the holiday season. A few favorites are: Home Alone, Love Actually, and Elf but one that we didn’t expect, Ghost Of Girlfriends Past. The amount of knowledge these two have of romcoms will surprise you. Going over some non-favorites were the real curveballs that had me personally offended with a few of...2024-12-2532 min
Conversasians PodEp. 65 Like A Virgin, Stories About The Very First Time | Conversasians PodWe gather today to tell the tales of our first time. The trio talks about how they met the boy or girl to share their first time with. One got selected because they checked a box. One controled everything which included decorating the room, setting mood lighting, and vibing to a soundtrack provided by Boys 2 Men. The last one, kiss and told his/her best friend via pager code - 1 607 7810 (iykyk).
2 of the 3 stories involves meeting at a church function. The moral of today’s episode is don’t send your kids to church if you want them...2024-12-1138 min
Conversasians PodEp. 64 Keeping Spirits High & Recognizing What We’re Thankful For | Conversasians PodThe team tries to recognize what they are thankful for and what holiday dishes draw them in. Team Turkey vs. Team Ham, to some - Honey Baked Ham is just a ham and to another - not all hams are created equal. Although, we love our family, tensions can be high when too many relatives gather at the same time. Finding how new traditions can be formed, even if it may have started out from a hint of envy. Some family traditions can be easily mistaken as a pub crawl, which, makes Sung's Thanksgiving the unofficial winner. The only...2024-11-2845 min
Conversasians PodEp. 63 Back From The Motherland w/ David YUNGIN Kim | Conversasians PodThis week we welcome back YUNGIN to catch up on his adventures in Korea. Known for his contributions to Hip Hop it was shocking to learn about his love for EDM - it provides a better environment for collaborations over hiphop. Ryan's round-a-bout way to find out if YUNGIN's lady is what he considers 'Ride or Die,' begins with his hypothetical scenario followed by a few immoral questions. Happy wife, happy life, YUNGIN opens our eyes - bringing out your inner child to understand what makes the happy parts to the relationship. Thank you YUNGIN for joining us...2024-11-1338 min
Conversasians PodEp. 62 Halloween Is All The Rave | Conversasians PodThe trio takes some time to reminice about each others halloween parties. Talks of costumes and treats develops into story time, turning this episode into a collection of memories where one attended verboten parties. In honor of the season we share some scary stories that leave us all a bit uneasy and possibly questioning it's validity.
Thanks for tuning in and hope everyone stays safe. Happy Halloween.
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Conversasians PodConversasians Pod Collaboration w/ Chris Denson from the Masters Of Craft PodcastWe have a special episode with Chris Denson from the Masters of Craft Podcast. Chris and the guys share their journey to where they are now in their career and passions. America being the epitome of a melting pot, we recognize the collaborations within cultures. While acknowledging these achievements Ryan tries to get the pass with a potentially questionable ask. There were very clear caveats to the ask. The guys wrap up the episode by playing a few games at Two Bit Circus who were generous enough to lend us their space for today's episode. With push-ups on the...2024-10-1645 min
Conversasians PodEp. 61 How I Met Your Hot Sister | Conversasians PodRyan and Sung start off with talk about their siblings but focus quickly changes to Sung’s sister. Growing up with a younger sister isn’t the easiest especially when you have guys relentlessly asking for an introduction. Ryan found out the hard way that Sung’s sister isn’t one to let things slide getting called out for saying things to Sung. Relationships with siblings can be rocky at times but a common enemy can bring them closer together.
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Conversasians PodEp. 60 DearBaby aka Jenita aka Jerome and Benita from Love After Divorce 4 | Conversasians PodWe have our first couple joining us on Conversasians. We are happy to have Benita and Jerome joining us winning the hearts of every Netflix viewer in the world.
After finding out how they were cast to be on ‘Love After Divorce,’ we were surprised to find out that their respective friends are the ones to thank. The origins of the name Jerome is revealed and Benita’s Spanish gets her extra red sauce at King Taco, gratis. After having them the podcast we are only bigger fans of team Jenita.
Jerome and Benita will be spe...2024-09-2559 min
Conversasians PodEp. 59 One's Worst Nightmare Come True, Justice For Yong w/ Yin Yang | Conversasians PodIt's never easy losing a loved one but it's appalling to have a loved one taken from you by the people who are supposed to protect and to serve. Today we have a tragic story about happened this past May to Yin’s twin brother Yong. Diagnosed about 15 years ago with bipolar disorder, dealing with an episode from Yong wasn't an unfamiliar situation for the family. Yong's final episode escalated quickly when a DMH (Department of Mental Health) worker ended up calling 911.
The events of that day do not add up with the narrative that was provided by...2024-09-1841 min
Conversasians PodEp. 58. Life, Music And The Pursuit Of Golf with 3x Grammy Winner, David YUNGIN KimWhen asked to rap with his friends, David was more interested in the hardware that recorded the vocals and played the beats they were rapping to. The first strike of interest came in high school. Enrolling in school for a Independent Artist program David was hooked. Only after committing to giving 100%. This was the first step to becoming the Grammy winning, YUNGIN we know today. David Yungin Kim joins us and shares his thoughts on golf, music and everything in between. David drops some life experience on us with a hard truth, "Passion requires putting in work." Evolving in...2024-08-281h 00
Conversasians PodEp. 57 Gold, Silver and Bronze - 2024 and on to 2028 | Conversasians PodWith the Olympics coming to an end we're left with some mixed feelings. Funny how the world bands together to cheer on all their athletes and how everyone is quick to judge when it comes to a bit of controversy. Breaking and Boxing had their fair share of heat but one of the more interesting moments turn out to be the French pole vaulter. The gentleman who won the hearts of women and is the envy of most men, got an offer of $250K for an hour cam performance. Quite the consolation prize after placing 12th. Thinking of all...2024-08-2147 min
Conversasians PodEp. 56 For All Masuka Kind w/ C.S. Lee | Conversasians PodWe cut to the country side of Jeon Ju, S. Korea. We get a close up of a boy, not knowing he will grow up to play the lead forensic science investigator that’ll be working along side by side with the serial killer Dexter, we have C.S. Lee, aka Vince Masuka.
C.S. shared a bit of his upbringing where he was the only asian kid around. Having lived in Alaska and Washington State we can see why there was a lack in numbers. His first asian friend took 30 years only after moving to N.Y...2024-08-141h 08
Conversasians PodEp. 55 Creating Nguyen, Nguyen Situations With Ha Nguyen | Conversasians PodThe free spirited Ha shares some healthy treats she's working on, Green Power Nutrition. As an expat from Vietnam we can see her hustle, working hard for something bigger. We support her persistent efforts to achieve her dreams.
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Conversasians PodEp. 54 Hurricane Han, The Most Interesting Woman In The World w/ Alice Han | Conversasians PodAll of us at Conversasians knew Alice separately, knowing her from different part of her life. So we brought her in to put the puzzle pieces together. Alice Han, a true renaissance woman who has been mostly behind the scenes will be joining us in front of the camera. With the Olympic Games in 2024 introducing break dancing, Alice shared stories of working with R16’s tournament that highlighted urban culture including B-Boying. Which lead to a life which truely can be described as interesting. From K-pop artist to graffiti artists, Snoop and Rock the Bells, the most surprising was th...2024-07-311h 16
Conversasians PodEp. 53 Tough As Nails, Firefighter Young Jin An | Conversasians PodFire fighter and reality show stud, Young Jin An drops by Conversasians during his visit in L.A. to attend his cousins wedding. Sung’s sisters wedding brought in a full Yu family mob. As Sung and Young are cousins for a parent whos one of 12 siblings, they even have neices that are older than them.
We think hero when we hear someone’s a fire fighter but Young takes us backstage in to the belly of the beast. Yes, he fights fires but goes on more medical calls that require more than medical knowledge. We learned fire...2024-07-241h 06
Conversasians PodEp. 52 Boo's Summer Block Party | Conversasians PodThis week we are recapping our event, Boo's Summer Block Party with Conversasians at Boo's Philly in Koreatown.
We want to thank everyone who joined us on a Saturday with the summer heat. We hope everyone had a great time.
A special thanks to our guests Rick Lee and Grace Yoo.
Rick a.k.a. Lyricks a.k.a Bap Ross recently celebrates the birth of his beautiful son since the last time we had him on. We also got news of an amazing hit "Woke Up" by XG, lyrics...2024-07-1730 min
Conversasians PodEp. 51 Appreciation Goes A Long Way | Conversasians PodWith Sung attending to his sister’s festivities, this week we have Jess and Ry. Jess and Ry both share some W’s after they found themselves identifying some problematic moments. Family traditions and dynamics are different for everyone. Ryan finds himself graviting towards his wife’s family gatherings over his own, which in-turn had rippled in to having his family start some new traditions. Jess having survived consecutive pivitoal landmarks ended up neglecting the needs of her main support system. Even after having awknowledged a concern, without some outside perspective one could find themselves ill-equiped. Difficult times will never...2024-07-101h 01
Conversasians PodEp. 50 Bezos, Author, Soldier, Guy w/ Former Navy SEAL Joe Choi | Conversasians PodCurrently working for Amazon selling Ads, a hidden story lies within one man, Joe Choi. At a young impressionable age, his Godfather left him with a message that shaped his future. With all of his accomplishments of attending the Naval Academy and becoming a Navy SEAL he drops us with a children's book that will definitely be a classic. Empa and Thee (available on Amazon.com, link below) is about, as one could have guessed, empathy. Providing perspective of the ‘other-side of the story’ it teaches the reader that we may not know the whole story. A very fitting tale...2024-06-261h 17
Conversasians PodEp. 49 It's My Birthday And I Can Ry If I Want To | Conversasians PodWith Ryan’s birthday on the horizon the guys reflect on the year. Observing what's changed and what needs to start changing. Sung's family will soon grow with an extra member joining and Sung proudly wearing his future uncle badge. Sung is shocked that Ryan’s aunt with zero boys tried to adopt him because there were 2 boys in his family. As the unofficial mayor of the V in D.M.V. Sung tries to get us locked in with a promise to visit his home state, Virginia. His family has planted some deep roots and his dad being one...2024-06-1951 min
Conversasians PodEp. 48 Professional Audition Crasher - J.D. McElroy of Hashtag Lunch Bag | Conversasians PodThis week we have J.D. McElroy, renowned dancer known for his exceptional talent and contributions to the world of dance. With unfortunate events and possibly a blessing in disguise, J.D. is adopted at the age of two. While surviving his formative and adolescent years in Colorado, J.D. picks up dancing in high school. Which inevitably set his aspirational sights towards our home, Los Angeles. A bit of naiveté and most parts boldness, J.D. gets his big break in L.A. and shares one of his success stories as an audition crasher. As a co-founder of H...2024-06-121h 09
Conversasians PodEp. 47 Insane In The Mom Brain, w/ Jessica "Alazay" Stafford | Conversasians PodOne of the co-hosts for the Messy Sexy Me Podcast and Boss Lady for JSLA Events, Jessica, graces us with her presence this week. We find out how Sung met Jessica when he first got to L.A. which is opposite of how Jessica was treated when she first got to L.A. back in high school. From artist’s muse to new mom, Jessica take’s us on a rollercoaster of past, present, and the future she hopes for her newborn daughter.
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Conversasians PodEp. 46 Free Thinkers Round Table w/ Andy Ahn | Conversasians PodJumping straight in, we have Andy Ahn back on the pod with us. This round table discussion is for entertainment purposes only but it does get a little weird. Andy is a bonafide ‘Free Thinker’ and he guides us through the deep conspiracy forrest. We get into some recent, some ancient and discuss possible futures. Events that seem all too unlikely to be considered a coincidence. Wherever you stand; non-belief to belief, we are going to scratch the conspiracy itch. *Just a reminder, the topics we speak on are all for entertainment purposes.
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Conversasians PodEp. 45 Finding Love At 42 | Conversasians PodToday we dive ankles first into Sung’s love life. Sung’s passion for ankles reflected on his college essay impressed admissions welcoming him in to college. Now Ryan is trying to get Sung on the dating apps. We’ll see where this goes and we are happy take any advice for Sung. Do's and Don'ts for his profile? "Chef" Ry baked a pizza and Sung keeps gassing him up so he wont stop cooking for him. Some thought it was a slight bit undercooked, in end all the guys agreed the pizza turned out looking like a gourmet luncha...2024-05-2248 min
Conversasians PodEp. 44 Scratching, The Lost Art of DJing w/ DJ Zomanno | Conversasians PodWe have another guest that’s from the D.M.V. DJ Zomanno, turntablist extraordinaire. Zo has been DJing all over the world and you can catch him during the summer in Vegas. Sung asks about etiquette when approaching a DJ while they're mixing. Zo has turned to tennis after reminiscing about playing basketball with Ryan. We've always joke about Sung's boisterous voice but we finally find out it's dangers once weaponized, no eardrum is safe
Thanks to DJ Zomanno for joining us, check out his socials where you'll find dates and location where he...2024-05-1558 min
Conversasians PodEp. 43 Cowboy Heroes vs Commander Hoagies | Conversasians PodThis week, Brother’s Freshwich has provided us an amazing platter of sandwiches. Check out their socials and website.
We find out that Sung has a passion for sandwiches and drops some knowledge on us with how the first sandwich was constructed over a game of cards. Family business showed him the ropes but finds the convenience of sandwiches the logical choice for any occasion. Ryan's passion lies with his beloved Cowboys and explains the right ingredients to be a true fan. Then feeling betrayed with news of an actor who sides with the Co...2024-05-0846 min
Conversasians PodEp. 42 Deciphering Blenders And Donut Lickers w/ Sung | Conversasians PodWelcome back to Conversasians!
Starting with a bit of news, Ben will be focusing on other passion projects and will not be joining us every week.
With that said, we are happy to introduce Sung from the DMV who will have big shoes to fill.
Our journey beings around 2013, during a time where both Ryan and Sung were promoting. Sung reveals how he met Ryan and what how his first impression ended up being totally wrong. Being from the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia), Sung has a different arsenal of terminology that we begin to digest. Blenders and Donut...2024-05-0153 min
Conversasians PodConversasians Pod Season 1 Completed. Season 2 Coming SoonThank you everyone for tuning in to our pod. We just wrapped season 1 and will return shortly with season 2. We will be off for a few weeks but follow our socials for updates. We appreciate all of you. We'll be back 👍🏼
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Conversasians PodEp. 41 Why Don't Dogs Go To Heaven? | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan has different takes when it comes to the afterlife of man's best friend. Dezi, the unofficial mascot, had a tough time in his formative years which got Ryan thinking outside the box to extend Dezi's existence. Which poses the question, do dog's have souls?
We wanted to again thank our sponsors, guests, everyone who came out to the event and to Boo's Philly for hosting with us for our Happy Boo Year event!
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Conversasians PodEp. 40 Faith, How Many Of Us Have It? | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan do a faith check and see where they're at while agreeing that not all churches are created equal. Ryan struggles with finding the perfect church but Ben believes attendance shouldn't effect the relationship with one's faith.
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We want to thank our sponsors, Queen Cali Red Sauce, HitBox Energy, and Moja Basics. Special thanks to Sound Box Truck for the great vibes with DJ Potira.
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Let's Unpack That with Alex & Grace | Christian Life Coaching, Spiritual Growth, Holistic Wellness, Faith-Based WisdomEXCLUSIVE: Ben Chung (Jabbawockeez, Kinjaz) on Purpose in Pain, Dance & Faith, God's Timing | Ep. 43Today we have a very special guest—someone we’ve admired from afar for 16+ years—throwback to our days of eagerly rushing home after school to watch every new episode of America’s Best Dance Crew (#IYKYK).Ben Chung has been a member of the world-famous dance crew the Jabbawockeez, (who rose to fame for winning the first season of ABDC) and later went on to co-found Kinjaz—both of which have become two of the biggest influences and leading innovators in the modern dance world.He’s a dancer, podcaster, entrepreneur, and more… but more than all that...2024-01-291h 10
Conversasians PodEp. 38 Marvel So Woke w/ Mike Kim | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan have Mike on this week. Do you compartmentalize movies? For example, classifying; in theater, at home, or on plane movies like the guys? Starting off with Godzila Minus One and what's considered a plane movie, things take a turn diving into cancel culture after discussing the different celebrities that made a comeback or are in exile. Is there room for redemption and will it be extended to everyone? We can name a few that will never be allowed to comeback.
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Conversasians PodEp. 37 Being The Young Old Guy w/ Independent Artist Justin Park | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan is joined by Kinja pupil and rising star Justin Park. Justin, a Korean-American singer/songwriter from Los Angeles, reveals that ABDC was a big part of why he chose to be a performer. This was pre-instagram and when Youtube was just starting to become the beast it is today. ABDC videos were on Youtube where Justin began his journey. We discover that there's old footage on Youtube when Ben & Ryan were dancing at airport terminals when they were back dancers for an artist on tour. Unfortunately the clever name, Terminal Illness, backfired (link below). When you do...2024-01-171h 20
Conversasians PodEp. 36 Happy New Year | Conversasians PodEveryone here at Converasians will like to wish everyone a great new year. Ben and Ry get into the new year determined to break some bad habits with committing to resolutions. As our bodies betray us, Ryan explains his questionable diet timeline and personal matter that's a little TMI. Ben explains how his age doesn't reflect the true age he is inside. What are the rules for using the term 'Hyung' (means big brother, also used with friends that are older). What is the term for hyung where you're from? Ben leaves us with a good precept with things...2024-01-1059 min
Conversasians PodEp. 35 Creating Content About The Woes of Creating Content w/ Mike Kim | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan is joined by our other co-host Mike Kim. Reflecting on how balance is needed with the work you put in, imposter syndrome creeps in from time to time. While Ben tackles it as a reminder of humility, Mike journey's into a bit of self discovery. Ryan pays compliments to Ben but Mike calls out that they sound like insults. Ben brings up something he heard, "No one is coming to save you.” As simple as it sounds we need to be the main characters in our own life and we need to make the decisions to ma...2024-01-031h 21
Conversasians PodEp. 34 Eat, Ride, Love In India w/ Cammy | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan bring on one of the coolest girls they know, Cammy. Cammy is set to travel back to India where she and her cousin, 'Enfield is Prayer,' provide a tour through India on motorcycles. Cammy’s been traveling back several times a year to run these tours sharing some crazy moments on her expeditions. Ben's experience of India starts similar but the day-to-day goes a completely different direction. Ryan suffers a case of what he calls ‘Oldness’ and makes an effort to be more social and active after work. Cammy and the guys find that we all st...2023-12-281h 29
Conversasians PodEp. 33 Fan Appreciation | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan always asks viewers and listeners to leave us comments and questions. The guys decided to answer firefuture2023’s questions. Here are the questions.
What’s our biggest fear?
What are things can't be taught only experienced?
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What do we want that we don't have yet?
Who’s our day ones?
Thank you @firefuture2023 for the questions. Hope everyone leaves us comments or questions.
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Conversasians PodEp. 32 It's All Good w/ Saul Goode of Part Time Cooks | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan have on rapper extraordinaire, one-half of Part Time Cooks, Saul Goode. Saul decides to make his first international trip to be South Korea and decided to stay. Saul and Black Moss the duo that make up Part Time Cooks go on to become top contenders of the Korean hip hop audition show Sign Here in 2019.
After naming favorite Korean dishes Ben and Ryan quickly realizes that they are no match for Saul. Saul’s pick is gopchang, which only goes to support the case Saul’s got more Seoul in him than Ben & Ryan.
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Conversasians PodEp. 31 Why Ryan Is The New Grinch | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan get into holiday traditions with family and list their top Thanksgiving eats. The holidays are filled with expectations from family as we tap in to some holiday trauma. Can watching Home Alone trigger enough nostalgia to bring the family together? The guys catch up and look forward to 2024 goals. Ben’s looking at releasing a book and Ryan will be working on material for stand-up.
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Conversasians PodEp. 30 Eloping From Tradition w/ Anthony Lee of The Kinjaz | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan have fellow Kinja Anthony Lee of the Kinjaz Podcast and Just Kidding News Podcast. Anthony Lee & Ben co-hosted the Kinjaz Podcast and Ryan senses a bit of heat from the two of them. Ryan makes a self realization after being cut from a tribute film. Anthony and his wife makes the decision to elope during wedding planning. Then we take a deeper dive into life after marriage and different types of family dynamics; Viet/Chinese vs Filipina, Patriarchy vs Matriarchy.
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Conversasians PodEp. 29 Passing the Physical & Mental Vibecheck-in w/ Jet of The Kinjaz | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan bring on long-time friend Justin 'Jet' Valles of The Kinjaz. Snacking on some mandoo the guys get into mental health and navigating the future. Ryan gets into depth on how he survived his early 20s when he was away from home. Ben's travels only help appreciate home. Jet focuses on producing music and how it all came together after getting his mastering chain down.
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https://twitter.com/justjetstyle2023-11-151h 20Conversasians PodEp. 28 Stacking the Flavors of Life w/ Bap Ross aka LyRicks aka Rick Lee | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan have a telepathic connection with Bap Ross aka Lyricks, aka Rick Lee of YOX. The guys share their top go to MCs and which asian artist gave us a sense of pride. Realizing with age that parental expectations unexpected turn and evolve we remind ourselves that our parents are works in progress like the rest of us. Bap Ross breaks down our snacks as he gifts us the exact same tentacle ridden dried squid. As our bodies betray us the guys talk about staying healthy and choosing between the unwanted; receding hairline vs Friar Tuck.
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Conversasians PodEp. 27 Fake Haunted Halloween w/ Sophia Wang Choe of Queen Cali Hot Sauce | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan invites Ryan’s other best friend to the pod where the 2 best friends of Ryan meet. Sophia's family owned the famous Hwagyo style Chinese restaurant, The Dragon which was a K-Town staple for many family gatherings. Getting exposed to food and the kitchen at an early young age, Sophia attended culinary school upon graduating high school. After being in the industry as Chef de Cusine, a restauranteur, chef to some celebrities, Sophia now brings us a flavor that is familiar to all LA natives. Queen Cali red sauce is an ode to the famed Red Sauce fr...2023-11-011h 02Conversasians PodEp. 26 Grappling with Life After Dance w/ Mike Song of The Kinjaz | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan have fellow Korean, SWF2 & SMF Judge, Season 1 ABDC rival, Mike Song of the Kinjaz on the pod. Ryan once again reminds us he was the one to beat back in the day on the Kollaboration stage. Back when Ben was a Jabbawockee Mike was in a rival crew, Kaba Modern on ABDC. The guys all share the moment they knew dance was going to be important in their lives. For Mike, his sister took him to a UCLA Korean Culture Night that changed his life.
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Conversasians PodEp. 25 The Wiz Kid From Philly w/ Andrew Ahn of Boos Philly Cheesesteaks | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan’s latest guest Andrew of Boos Philly turns out to be quite the renaissance man. The journey started in Philly and kicks off at boarding school where Andrew took a year abroad in France. Now being back a culture man his sights now have more perspective & depth. Ryan envies the wild resume Andrew shares but Ben finds a colleague when Andrew mentions Blockbuster Video. Here are some of the bullet points for this episode w/ Andrew; T.G.I.Fridays, America's Next Top Model Logger, MTV's Real World, Indie Movie Producer, Blockbuster Video Employee, and Commodities Br...2023-10-181h 24
Conversasians PodEp. 24 The Manual Labor Skin Type w/ Mike Kim Comedy | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan hang with friend/side-piece, co-host, Mike Kiim Comedy. Why do we always say sorry? Why does Ben look Filipino? Someone's got an addiction to Temu and somebody fears he's not a good Korean. Ben and Ryan trusts Mike to be gentle to their ears for this week's episode. To have this all make sense check out the episode.
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Conversasians PodEp. 23 Mom I'm Not A Doctor But I Can Play One On TV w/ Lawerence Kao | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan gets a visit from fellow Kinja, Lawrence Kao. Lawerence and Ben shared the stage on ABDC (America’s Best Dance Crew) on rival teams. After hearing about the dating app’s algorithm matching Ben with the exact opposite of what he’s looking for, Lawerence and Ryan wants to do a church hop for Ben. Ben respectfully turns it down. Before Churches and Popeyes, there was Pioneer Chicken and Ben will never turn down Pioneer Chicken. Have you guys had Pioneer Chicken?
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Conversasians PodEp. 22 Success Smells Like Surf & Turf At The Penthouse w/ Glen Yun of D9 | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan invites friend, hyung and Korean trailblazer, Glen Yun, The GZA, G. Rod, G-Doobie of D9. Ben breaks down the need to be prepared for the opportunities that presents itself. Ryan found the key to surviving intimidating hardcore gangsters and Glen corroborates Ryan’s findings. Ben and Ryan remember the wild night in the penthouse at The Palms chowing down on surf & turf with strippers and rapper French Montana. Glen shares the struggles, the successes and everything in between that lead to the creation of D9. “Your network is your net worth” - G, G-Doobie, G.Rod, GDubz...2023-09-271h 19
Conversasians PodEp. 21 From Domi to Wifey w/ Sierra Lynn | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan are delightfully surprised by Sierra’s unfamiliar perspective. Sierra Lynn, our latest guest ventured out to California at a young age from Upstate New York to pursue her dreams of modeling. From small town to big city, we’re all ears when Sierra shares how she met her current BF and her experience with interracial dating. The domi life quickly became a distant memory when she met her then customer and now boyf. Ryan seeks satisfaction to a burning question. Ben tries to gain advice from Sierra’s perspective when navigating the friendship/relationship noon-chi game*. Now 5...2023-09-211h 11
Conversasians PodEp. 20 Vote 4 Pedro w/ Pedro Peter, Peter Pedro | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan’s latest guest got into a fight with Thor in KTown and was shot by the president of a rival biker gang called Mayans M.C. Peter Jae ‘Pedro Peter, Peter Pedro’ joins us this week on Conversasians. Pedro grew up in NY then made his way to LA to be cast in a short series that became a feature film called KTown Cowboys. Inspiring others to pursue their dream while staying humble and true to himself, Pedro has made our guys true believers. Ben and Ryan are captivated by Pedro’s energy and message as they try...2023-09-131h 23
Conversasians PodEp. 19 Being a PK with Dry Hump Dreams w/ Paul PK Kim | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan have a special guest - PK and Mike Kim Comedy joins us a second time. PK helped many get their first big stage opportunity which includes our very own Ben & Ryan. Before Ben and Ryan were friends they were rivals as Unique & SI Squad. PK set the stage for many Asian Americans to showcase their talents at Kollaboration. Ben was a part of this event and named Kollaboration. Ryan and PK finally clear the air on a situation from many years ago. We get in to how PK got his start and everyone ends up sharing...2023-09-071h 20
Conversasians PodEp. 18 pt 2 Ryan Wants To Get Big Timed by Mike Kim Comedy | Conversasians PodBen and Ryan’s official guest 1a, Mike, joins the guys Part 2.
Corn Nuts get the guys to feel the betrayal of age through their teeth. Corn Nuts definitely is a younger man or woman's game. Mike breaks down another confrontation to debunk the junk. Ben's story of a racist altercation at a gold course gets another layer deeper when Ryan points out a specific offender.
"It takes about 10 years to become an overnight success"
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Conversasians PodEp. 17 pt1 Become An Overnight Success w/ Mike Kim Comedy | ConversAsians PodBen and Ryan’s official guest 1a, Mike, joins the guys. Mike reveals what he needs to do to be sharp during his sets and walks us through how he handles unexpected hecklers.
Ben and Mike tries to get deep about anime which gives Ryan FOMO. Anime talk, Asian snacks, Tony Robbins’ seminars are just Part 1.
Mike’s picks for anime.
• Full Metal Alchemist
• Brotherhood
• Vinland Saga
Do you agree with Mike's top 3?
Mike Kim Comedy’s Socials
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Conversasians PodEp. 16 What Level of Binger Are You? | ConversAsians PodBen and Ryan discuss how early is too early for a drink. Many of us picked up new drinking habits after being stuck at home during rona. Ben decides to slow down on drinking and voices his want for some more backdrop flair. Ryan feels like he's losing a drinking buddy and clarifies that his dad bod is for the sake of others.
If you are seeking help with mental and substance use disorders please seek help. Here are some links if you're looking for information or seeking help.
https://www.findtreatment.gov/
2023-08-1657 minConversasians PodEp. 15 Growing Up In The Korean Church Mafia | ConversAsians PodBen and Ryan reflect on how much influence religion had during their adolescent years. Ry the rebellious goes through a rough time when he's excommunicated from the family. Ben's favorite menu item at church is 국밥 (gookbap = soup and rice) and points out some deeds as performative rather than truly living the Jesus life.
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IG: https://www.instagram.com...2023-08-091h 05Conversasians PodEp. 14 Make KTOWN Great Again | ConversAsians PodBen & Ryan reminisce the KTown they knew and tries to understand the beast that KTown has become. Ryan shares some go-tos for Ben’s upcoming trip Korea. Both united on the thought of year-round Christmas music, an idea sparks for AI curated elevator music and what that looks like.
If you know a neon sign maker please reach out to us via DM us on any of our socials.
If anyone has questioned the existence of ligers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vybfyhYK-m0&themeRefresh=1
Ryan's Star...2023-08-021h 00Conversasians PodEp. 13 Why Asian Men Don’t Cry | ConversAsians PodBen & Ryan share stories of hard times reflecting on what it means to grow up an asian man. Being children of immigrant parents have set major hurdles in and out of the house which leave no room for tears. Dropping F bombs at your mom could lead to death while dropping F bombs around your parents may earn you some respect.
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...2023-07-2658 minConversasians PodEp. 12 Help I Married My Dad (w/ Vero) | Conversasians PodBen & Ryan have a guest, Vero, Ryan’s wonderful wife joins us today to fact check his previous claims. Vero’s shares her first thoughts on Ryan as we get a glimpse of one couple's before and after marriage.
Links
Ry & Vero Wedding Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkvqv4xg8S8
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Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/_C...2023-07-201h 02Conversasians PodEp. 11 We Hot Right Now | ConversAsians_PodBen & Ry feel pretty good about the representation in the entertainment industry. Smash burgers to skincare, anime to Coachella the guys talk about how we're on the rise to headline different industries.
Du Du Du.. DuDU DUUU
Justin Bieber & The Kid LAROI - STAY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTJczUoc26U
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Tw...2023-07-1354 minConversasians PodEp. 10 Ryan Needs A Rebrand | ConversAsians_PodBen & Ry bring up nicknames from when they were young. Do you only roast your closest friends or are you an equal opportunist? What would you change your name to if you had to?
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@conversasians_pod2023-07-0544 minConversasians PodEp. 9 It's The End Of The World | ConversAsians_PodBen and Ry get in to the end of the world. AI's art comes with no heart and revenge may be on the horizon. Will AI be the end of us or will they only take our jobs?
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2023-06-2841 minConversasians PodEp. 8 Super Mega Power Daydreams | ConversAsians_PodBen and Ry share their lucky streak & tease a debaucherous hotel suite event involving a lobster dinner in Vegas, while daydreaming about sound investments once they hit the Jackpot.
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@conversasians_pod2023-06-2154 minConversasians PodEp. 7 Ben's Adventures Abroad | ConversAsians_PodBen and Ry get in to experiencing different types of food during travel. Ben talks about the shocking events during his recent trip to India to judge a competition. Ry explains his struggle with a Dad who’s a jack of all trades and future prep for a hangry wife.
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Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/_Conversasians
IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversasians_po...2023-06-1447 minConversasians PodEp. 6 Long Time No Pod | ConversAsians_PodBen & Ry catch up after taking a few weeks off and get into DesignerCon and the Kinjaz Bear Brick. The guys get deep breaking down the intricacies of the parent & child dynamic.
Ben's Freestyle at DesignerCon
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mnDeT3Swke8
Permission to Come Home
https://www.amazon.com/Permission-Come-Home-Reclaiming-Americans/dp/1538708000
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Other...2023-06-071h 17Conversasians PodEp. 5 Asian Gripes and StereotypesBen & Ry get in to different asian stereotypes and how Ben has not met a Mongolian person. Ben concludes Ry has a type and Ry concludes Ben passes for a swaggy asian.
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@conversasians_pod2023-05-3150 minConversasians PodEp. 4 Our Parents Freakin Lied To Us!Ben & Ry talk about how we were lied to growing up and how it shaped us. Stories of urban legends and the guy's take on In-n-out vs. Shake Shack.
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https://www.betterhelp.com2023-05-2455 min
Conversasians PodEp. 3 Who's More Korean-ish?Ryan regrets not getting double eyelid surgery while Ben's forever tan gets him called anything but Korean.
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2023-05-171h 09Conversasians PodEp. 2 This is why I quit TinderRyan decided to quit Tinder while Ben found new ways to meet people during the pandemic.
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@conversasians_pod2023-05-1050 minConversasians PodEp1 Growing Up Red, White and YellowOur first episode of the Conversasians Podcast. Your hosts Ben & Ry take a walk down memory lane and share what it was like growing up red, white and yellow.
@btek_benchung and @ry_boogie shoot the sh-t over a few drinks while @markbyun records.
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Journey to Me & BeyondFinding Yourself through Life's Major Transitions - with Lilian WeeIn this episode of Extraordinary Asian Women, I have an amazing guest with me! Lilian Wee She shared her story with us about how she uprooted her life from Singapore to Houston, Texas, going through the dark journey of feeling alone in a new and foreign land. Through her therapy work, she was able to have a better relationship with her husband, she found her happiness and purpose by building her own community, and creating her podcast, Heart Open ConversAsians. Don’t miss this episode!Connect with Lilian https://www.insta...2023-02-1027 min
Heart Open ConversAsiansSeason 2 Roundup of Golden Nuggets - 1 of 3Send us a textHi friends. On this momentous last day of 2021, I’m delighted to bring to you the final episode of 2021 on the Heart Open ConversaAsians podcast, where, during this time of the year where I’m blessed with some slower, more intentional time to tune in, reflect and prepare myself for what the new year ushers in, to listen back on the conversations with my amazing guests on Season 2 of the podcast, and put together this episode comprising of some golden, juicy nuggets of wisdoms to support us, guide us and protect us in this...2021-12-3138 min
Heart Open ConversAsiansSeason 2 incoming! A Trailer to start it all offSend us a textWell, hello friends. Welcome back to the podcast! The Heart Open ConversAsians podcast (formerly Resilient and Rooted) returns with a Season 2 that's promised to continue to deliver heart-open conversations that are true, human, beautiful. In this trailer episode, host, Lilian comes to you with a warm hello, sharing with you the inspiration behind the name change, the slight pivot and niche she's desiring to serve, and the what/when/who you can expect on this season of the show. The first official episode will be dropped this coming Friday, August 6th. D...2021-08-0408 min