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DIU Escape CrueMind Factory Escape Games InterviewOn this episode we interview Dave the owner of Mind Factory Escape Games in Bridgeport, CT
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We will have our 1st giveaway from Escape The Pike in Sturbridge, MA
on an upcoming podcast. Stay tuned for more details.
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DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
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Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 275 escape...
2022-05-2340 minDIU Escape CrueJust Escape in Long IslandOn this episode we continue our Long Island road trip to Just Escape in Massapequa, NY
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We will have our 1st giveaway from Escape The Pike in Sturbridge, MA
on an upcoming podcast. Stay tuned for more details.
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DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
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Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 273 escape...
2022-04-0357 minDIU Escape CrueCan You Escape ReviewOn this episode we review Can You Escape in Mineola, NY
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DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
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Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 263 escape rooms at 95 companies in 9 states.
We started in February of 2018 in Florida. We have done rooms in Florida, North Carolina,
South Carolina, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Kentucky, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, & Connecticut.
2022-03-0632 min
DIU PodcastDIU Pod 112 (March 4: Is this the end of DIU Podcast? We'll see)Join us for this week’s birthday episode as Jack and Gavin podcast for one last time before turning 30 years old. Three weeks ago, Gavin made the startling announcement that he is contemplating retirement from DIU Podcast. What does the future of DIU Podcast hold? Find out by listening to DIU Pod 112!0:00 - Jack talks about why he wants to visit Turkey in 2023. Could this be the next DIU Podcast adventure?6:23 - Jack and Gavin talk about their upcoming birthdays as they turn 30. The gang explains why this could potentially be the last episode and lo...
2022-03-041h 20DIU Escape CrueEpic Escape Rooms Long Island ReviewOn this episode we get back to the reviews with Epic Escape Rooms Long Island West Hempstead, NY
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DIU Podcast Network has added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
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Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 263 escape rooms at 97 companies in 9 states.
We started in February of 2018 in Florida. We have done rooms in Florida, North Carolina,
South Carolina, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ken...
2022-02-2735 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 111 (February 25, 2022: still hungry after dinner, fatherhood)Kyle joins the DIU Podcast crew this week as we celebrate the birth of his newborn daughter. Tune in as the gang ask him the important questions about being a new dad. All this and much more on DIU Pod 111!0:39 - we celebrate 2/22/22 day (February 22, 2022) by talking about this rare occasion and the significance of this date.7:06 - Gavin complains about not getting full when eating at a restaurant. Jack doesn’t seem to think it’s a big issue.17:17 - We discuss the birth of Kyle’s newborn baby and Jack immediately tries...
2022-02-251h 07DIU Escape CrueEscape Room EtiquetteOn this episode we talk about escape room etiquette and refer to an article called "Escape Room Etiquette" written by Escape Every Room from the UK.
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DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
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Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 253 escape rooms at 95 companies in 9 states.
We started in February of 2018 in Florida. We have done rooms in Florida, North C...
2022-02-2059 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 110 (February 18, 2022: year-end bonus, vaccine passports)DIU Podcast superfan Layx joins us on the show after hearing Gavin’s announcement from last week’s episode. We talk about issues such as not getting enough for your year-end bonus and the end of vaccine passports in Canada. Layx also suggests some ideas for how DIU Podcast can continue in the future. All this and much more on DIU Pod 110!0:00 - Gavin rants about the faulty Bluetooth Driver on his computer.4:54 - Jack and Layx share their thoughts about Gavin’s potential retirement announcement from last week.11:54 - Layx talks about gettin...
2022-02-181h 08DIU Escape CrueDiscussion About Room Escape Artist ArticlesOn this episode we discuss 3 articles by David Spira from Room Escape Artist.
Escape Room Puzzles Should Feel Big,
Crawlspaces vs Low Doorways in Escape Rooms,
Designing Escape Room Crawlspaces
DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 254 escape rooms at 95 companies in 9 states.
We started in February of 2018 in Florida. We have done rooms in Flor...
2022-02-1357 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 109 (February 11, 2022: GoFundMe, Zhu Yi backlash)Join us this week on DIU Podcast as we revisit topics such as the use of joss paper to promote Chinese New Year and the Freedom Convoy. We also talk about the Winter Olympics in Beijing. Afterwards, Gavin starts a serious discussion about the future of the show. Tune in for these issues and more on DIU Pod 109!0:00 - The University of Toronto accidentally gave out red envelopes with joss paper inside them during Lunar New Year. The paper they used explicitly said: “Hell Bank Note” in English.5:46 - We revisit last week’s discussion about...
2022-02-111h 14DIU Escape CrueThings Escape Rooms Need To Stop Doing in 2022On this episode we invite our good friend Lee to join and talk about the article "Things Escape Rooms Need To Stop Doing in 2022" by Mr Alan Coo
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DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
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Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 253 escape rooms at 95 companies in 9 states.
We started in February of 2018 in Florida. We have done rooms in Fl...
2022-02-062h 25DIU PodcastDIU Pod 108 (February 4, 2022: winning by too much, Freedom Convoy)Tune in to another episode of DIU Podcast. This week, we talk about a girl’s high school basketball team that beat their opponent by 88 points. We also talk about the recent “Freedom Convoy” protests occurring in Ottawa. Lastly, we give advice to someone who is suspicious because their boyfriend won’t post a couples' photo on Instagram. All this and much more on DIU Pod 108!0:00 - Jack tries to take credit for “discovering” the Netflix show “All of Us are Dead.” Listen to him as he tries to describe the plot.6:45 - A girls basketball coach...
2022-02-041h 05DIU Escape Crue1st Remote Podcast CT to FLOn the season 4 premiere Dom & Phil are in different states and we talk with Phil's son Phil about escape rooms.
Also Phil (squared) review "Paperwork" at Dare 2 Escape in Kissimmee, Florida
DIU Podcast Network had added another podcast called "The Rusty Razor Podcast" hosted by Designated Dave.
You can get this podcast on all platforms and also video by going to their YouTube page.
Dom & Phil enjoy escape rooms. We have done 253 escape rooms at 95 companies in 9 states.
We started in February of 2018 in Florida. We have don...
2022-01-301h 11DIU PodcastDIU Pod 107 (January 28: Chinese New Year - the Year of the Tiger)恭喜發財 (Gong hei fat choy)! Join DIU Podcast as we celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Tiger. This week we discuss questionable photos and suspicious sperm donors. We also hear about Jack’s experience with a fortune-telling spirit medium and talk about our luck for the upcoming year!4:17 - The UK Observer published an article featuring traditional Chinese recipes. Specifically, one photo included joss paper (incense paper) in the background. The oversight resulted in criticism from the Chinese community.18:45 - A couple in Japan hoping to have a second baby initially connected with a spe...
2022-01-281h 13DIU PodcastDIU Pod 106 (January 14, 2022: Jon Reyes Tweet, Shelley Luther Tweet)DIU Podcast will be taking a month or two off to step away from podcasting. But in the meantime, tune in for one more episode filled with shouting, rants, and stupid Twitter wars!2:49 - Jon Reyes, a politician from Manitoba is attracting criticism because he tweeted a photo of his wife shovelling the driveway after she comes home from a 12 hour night shift as a nurse. We talk about why people are so quick to criticize others on social media.22:56 - A Texas Republican candidate for the House of Representatives has ignited controversy after calling...
2022-01-1448 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 105: January 7, 2022: free-to-play games, Ontario lockdown)Join us for another exciting episode of DIU Podcast. This week we talk about free-to-play games and Ontario’s latest lockdown. We also read someone’s essay about being ghosted as the Love Guru returns to give out some advice. All this and much more on DIU Pod 105!2:59 - We talk about a father in Singapore who was shocked to find out that his daughter had spent $20,000 in the free-to-play game Genshin Impact. The conversation moves towards how addicting free-to-play games can get.27:49 - Starting on January 5, 2022, Ontario will be going back into a lockdown. Jack...
2022-01-071h 17DIU PodcastDIU Pod 104 (December 31, 2021: Singles Inferno criticism, POM survey)Join us for the last time in 2021 as we go over plenty of dating and relationship issues. We hear about Jack’s experience with the booster shot and also give perspective to a female looking for advice. All this and much more on DIU Pod 104!0:00 - Jack gives us an update after his booster shot and we hear about how he got sick afterwards.9:18 - South Korean dating show Singles Inferno is attracting a lot of criticism from international viewers because of the contestants’ beauty standards. We talk about why people are criticizing the show and...
2021-12-311h 07DIU PodcastDIU Pod 103 (December 24, 2021: booster shots, COVID test scalpers)Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all the listeners around the world! Tune in this week as we revisit the ongoing COVID situation. Jack talks about his experience booking a booster shot and we discuss scalpers that seemingly have no morals. All this and more on DIU Pod 103!0:00 - We start off the show with a holiday message to our listeners.3:25 - Jack gives us an update on his home renovations.8:16 - we talk about the new booster shot that acts as a supplement to those that are fully vaccinated. Will we need...
2021-12-241h 05DIU PodcastDIU Pod 102 (December 17, 2021: NZ tobacco ban, photo credits)Join us for an episode full of rants, debates, and questionable opinions. This week, we talk about the Omicron variant, annoying house renovations, the tobacco ban in New Zealand, and people who ask for photo credits. All this and much more on DIU Pod 102!0:00 - What are your thoughts on the Omicron variant of COVID? We discuss our thoughts and talk about how jaded we are about the pandemic.9:18 - Jack’s house is being renovated and he rants about the life changes he has had to make during the past month.15:54 - Ne...
2021-12-1749 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 101 (December 10, 2021: Vancouver, robots with human faces)The DIU Pod gang is back for a new season! Jack talks about his recent trip to Vancouver and he brings back plenty of things to complain about. We also talk about selling your face to a robotics company and give relationship advice.2:09 - During the DIU Podcast hiatus, Jack took a few days to visit Vancouver. In the past, Jack has claimed that Vancouver is better than Toronto (despite never having been to Vancouver before). Tune in to hear how his trip went, and whether or not the grass is really greener on the other side.
2021-12-101h 00DIU PodcastDIU Pod 100 (November 5, 2021: head shaping helmets, the Metaverse)The DIU Pod gang hit an incredible milestone as they sit down to record the 100th episode. Tune in for an episode about the next generation as issues include: helmets that alter baby heads, the new Metaverse that Facebook wants to create, and the future of the Cantonese Corner.0:00 - The DIU Pod gang welcome the 100th episode!2:49 - Jack talks about being sore after going to the gym.4:57 - a new trend in China has parents putting helmets on their babies to make their heads more round. Let us know what you...
2021-11-0551 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 99 (Oct 29, 2021: the NBA returns, non vaccinated can’t get EI)Tons of craziness in this week's episode. Hear about Jack's experience as he returns to the gym. We celebrate the new NBA season and talk about our predictions. And we talk about a few COVID-related issues as well. Tune in for all this and more, on DIU 99!0:00 - Jack returns to the gym in hopes of losing fat. Hear about his observations and the experience of working out while wearing a mask.4:32 - We finally see some Cantonese content on DIU Pod’s Instagram page. We also talk about Jack’s recent guest feature on the...
2021-10-2956 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 98 (October 22: DIU Instagram, parental responsibility law)DIU Podcast is now on Instagram (follow us @diupodcast). Tune in to this episode as we talk about the dropping temperature, Instagram content, and a new proposed law in China. Let us know what you think by leaving a comment!0:00 - the temperature is dropping as Gavin talks about the struggle of waiting for your car to warm up.4:50 - DIU Podcast created our official Instagram account. Jack talks about wanting to post more Cantonese-focused content on the platform.7:49 - Gavin complains about the Instagram algorithm messing up his timeline and showing him...
2021-10-2247 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 97 (Oct 15, 2021: Kyle's return to Canada)Long-time DIU Podcast supporter, Kyle, returns to the studio as he recently moved back to Canada after spending four years in Asia. We talk about what changed in his life during the four years and how living in Asia has changed his perspectives. The gang talks about the benefits of living in another country and how English speakers are privileged to be able to teach English abroad. Also, stay tuned for a random scene in the middle of the show where Jack vomits (that’s right, you didn’t read that wrong)!0:00 - Kyle is back in Cana...
2021-10-151h 16DIU PodcastDIU Pod 96 (October 8, 2021: discovering Squid Game, Facebook outage)The DIU Pod gang reconvene for another fun-filled episode. Topics include struggling to drink bubble tea, Squid Game on Netflix, people who don’t believe you, and the big Facebook outage that happened earlier this week.4:59 - We talk about the plot of the Squid Game - minor spoilers from the first few episodes.11:07 - Jack wants credit for “introducing” Squid Games to the DIU Pod gang and rants about how he was basically the first person to discover the show. We dive deeper and hear about why validation is so important for Jack.37:2...
2021-10-0857 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 95 (October 1, 2021: side hustles vs. stable careers)The DIU Pod gang is joined by our old friend Elijah (VantageSportifCo). We talk about his passion for selling clothes and how he started his own business. We also talk about the struggles of choosing between a passion project and a stable career. All this and much more on DIU Pod 95!1:20 - Elijah joins us on today’s podcast as we tell the story of how Gavin and Elijah reconnected over a love of Chinese food court food (shoutout to Great Fountain restaurant). Elijah also shares his first memory of Jack and displays his God-like memory....
2021-10-011h 03DIU PodcastDIU Pod 94 (September 24, 2021: Shang-Chi review, written test ban)Happy Mid-Autumn Festival to the DIU Podcast family! Join us for a fun episode with plenty of content as we review Shang Chi. We also discuss a new rule in China that bans young pupils from taking written exams. Tune in for these issues and much more on DIU Pod 94!0:00 - We recap the results of the recent national election. What are your thoughts on the outcome?3:36 - We wish everyone a happy Mid-Autumn Festival and talk about some of the traditions. Jack reads us a traditional story about the festival’s origins.12:39...
2021-09-2447 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 93 (September 17, 2021: digital IDs, 2021 federal election)Join us for another hectic episode of DIU Pod. This week’s issues range from melting ice cream, digital IDs, and the upcoming federal election in Canada. Tune in and join the conversation!0:00 - Gavin complains about his Dairy Queen ice cream that immediately melted all over his hand.4:21 - we respond to listener comments from the last episode in regards to Chinese celebrities who are pressured to renouncing their foreign citizenship.9:40 - Ontario plans to launch digital IDs in the coming months. We talk about how these digital IDs would work and wh...
2021-09-1757 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 92 (September 10, 2021: quarantine app, celebrity citizenship)Serious debates going on this week between the DIU Pod hosts. Issues include QR code menus at restaurants, video game addiction, a new facial recognition app being tested in South Australia, and celebrities in China being pressured to renounce their foreign citizenship. All these issues and more on DIU Pod 92!0:00 - Gavin and Jack share their different reasons for why restaurants are messing up their QR code menus.4:44 - we follow up on last week’s discussion on video game addiction and read a comment from a listener.21:43 - South Australia is trying ou...
2021-09-101h 06DIU PodcastDIU Pod 91 (September 3, 2021: gaming limits, wedding no-show invoice)Plenty of exciting issues on this week’s episode of DIU Podcast. Hear about Jack lying to his friends about playing Ultimate Frisbee, video game restrictions in China, and a couple who invoiced their no-show guests at their wedding. All this and much more on DIU Pod 91!0:00 - We recap our outing to the park where we played Ultimate Frisbee. Jack gets exposed for lying about his girlfriend’s hobbies.5:22 - We respond to some comments left on previous episodes.11:27 - China is going to implement a policy that will limit gaming time for...
2021-09-0358 min
DIU PodcastDIU Pod 90 (August 27, 2021: auto speed cameras part 2, OnlyFans ban)The DIU Podcast gang returns to discuss more issues affecting our everyday lives. Tune in this week as we talk about being out of shape, getting ripped off for parking, speeding cameras in the city, and OnlyFans banning sexual content. All this and more on DIU Pod 90!0:00 - Gavin talks about being out of shape and the gang talk about the struggles of moving furniture.5:47 - The gang recalls their trip to Barrie and how they paid $10 per hour for parking.14:21 - We revisit our discussion from DIU Pod 40 about automatic speeding cameras...
2021-08-2739 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 89 (withholding the truth, couples with different libidos)Multiple issues to discuss this week as the DIU Pod gang engage in a heated conversation. We get some updates on past issues including Kris Wu’s situation and the growing implementation of vaccine passports in Canada. Other issues include Prime Minister Trudeau calling an election amidst COVID, Disney’s CEO calling the Shang-Chi movie an “experiment” and the story of one family who didn’t tell their daughter about her grandmother’s death because she was training for the Olympics! We also answer a relationship question about couples with different levels of sex drive. You don’t want to miss this j...
2021-08-201h 09DIU PodcastDIU Pod 88 (August 13, 2021: anime subs vs dubs, climate code red)Join us for our lucky episode 88 of DIU Pod! This week we show off our geek side by discussing all things anime. We also talk about a new report with some alarming news about the Earth’s climate. All this and more on DIU Podcast!0:56 - Jack continues to update us on his jogging progress. He also contemplates going back to the gym.6:39 - The DIU Pod gang show off their love for anime by talking about their favourite shows. Jack complains about people (specifically his girlfriend) who watch anime dubbed in English. How do yo...
2021-08-131h 05DIU PodcastDIU Pod 87 (August 6, 2021: bad drivers, An San haters)Join us for another week of DIU Podcast with more rants, stories, and intellectual conversations. Tune in as we talk about smartphone apps, bad drivers, An San and her success in Tokyo, and anti-feminists in South Korea.0:00 - Kris Wu has been arrested!? Hear about the initial discussion we had about this issue on DIU Pod 85.4:44 - Gavin rants about smartphone apps that log out of your account without you knowing.11:02 Jack talks about his weekend in Montreal and rants about the bad drivers over there.27:20 - We celebrate South Korean...
2021-08-0657 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 86 (July 30, 2021: the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games episode)The DIU Podcast uses this week’s episode to celebrate the Olympic games. Discussions revolve around whether or not the Games should have been hosted amidst COVID, the mental health of athletes, and much more. Let us know who you’re rooting for at Tokyo 2020!3:45 - Hear about Jack’s quest to return to his “prime” Olympic body as he gives us another update about his jogging adventures.7:27 - Now that the Games are underway, we look back and discuss whether or not Tokyo 2020 should have been hosted at all. We compare the Games’ implication on public sa...
2021-07-3052 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 85 (July 23, 2021: Kris Wu, bikinis in beach sports)The DIU Podcast gang is joined by Jack’s friend Alex on this week’s episode as we talk about a variety of issues. Tune in as we talk about the importance of always using Google maps, Space Jam beating Black Widow in the box office, the allegations against Kris Wu, and some strange rules from the international handball federation.0:00 - We revisit the idea of the vaccine passport from last week and talk about a Toronto gym that chooses to not allow vaccinated individuals from entering.3:26 - We introduce Alex and learn about his hist...
2021-07-231h 36DIU PodcastDIU Pod 84 (July 16, 2021: mandatory vaccines, vaccine passport)Amidst a series of internet issues, the DIU Pod gang continues to deliver another exciting episode. As Toronto and the province of Ontario continue to reopen after a year and a half of lockdowns, the gang revisits possible COVID restrictions that may arise. Tune in for discussions about mandatory vaccinations and much more!0:00 - Gavin rants about how his internet connection sucks even though it's 20211:48 - Jack gives us an update about his jogging adventures9:27 - Toronto colleges are making it mandatory for students and staff to be vaccinated if they choose to...
2021-07-1657 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 83 (July 9, 2021: Jack C’s Sportscenter, cancel Canada Day)Join us this week for another exciting episode of DIU Podcast. This week, we talk about several pieces of sports news and the celebration of Canada Day.2:33 - we get our weekly jogging update from Jack and talk about why he doesn’t like “leg days” at the gym.6:45 - we talk about the Stanley Cup finals and discuss the problem of whether or not you would cheer for a team that eliminated your team earlier in the playoffs.9:51 - ESPN sideline reporter Rachel Nichols has been replaced for the NBA finals. This comes...
2021-07-0954 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 82 (July 2, 2021: weather complaints, child prodigies)Robin joins the DIU Pod recording this week as we watch a five-year-old video of Jack stripping in a bar. We also talk about people who complain about both the summer and winter seasons, 16-year-old prodigies, and the value of post-secondary education. Stick around to the end as Jack gives us a Kokology quiz as well.00:00 - Hear about Jack’s progress after one week of jogging.3:47 - Jack reminisces about his fit body and shows us a video of him stripping when he was in his “prime.”16:32 - We talk about the recent...
2021-07-021h 16DIU PodcastDIU Pod 81 (June 25, 2021: intricate sinks, getting fat)After the gang takes a short holiday, DIU Pod is finally back for season five! Tune in to hear about the latest annoyances, issues, and updates in our lives. And get ready for more fun on DIU Podcast.2:23 - Jack talks about why he is worried as it appears we are out of Pfizer vaccinations. He doesn’t want to mix Pfizer with Moderna. Let us know what you think about mixing vaccines!6:11 Gavin rants about a terrible experience with an intricate sink that no one knows how to turn on.12:42 - Jack ha...
2021-06-251h 01DIU PodcastDIU Pod 80 (May 28, 2021: MC Jin saves DIU, ripped jeans)Join us for the season four finale of DIU Podcast! Hear about why Jack is so excited about the Clubhouse app and his conversation with his role model, MC Jin. Gavin talks about the tragic loss of his beloved jeans. We also answer a love question as the self-proclaimed international love guru makes a return this week. DIU Pod will be back after a few weeks as we prepare for season 5!3:04 - Jack talks about getting finally getting on Clubhouse. This is a follow-up to his rant on DIU Pod 70 about how the app is only available...
2021-05-281h 06DIU PodcastDIU Pod 79 (May 21, 2021: growing a YouTube channel, Zoom lectures)We are joined by Yannie, a student from Stanford who is looking for audio clips for her new audio app. Tune in to the episode as we talk with Yannie about her music, YouTube career, combining her love of music and product design, and thoughts on Zoom lectures. All this and more on DIU Pod 79.0:00 - We learn more about Yannie and why she reached out to the DIU Pod team. Hear about her background with Classical music and how she started a booming YouTube channel. We also talk about her music video, Red Pocket, and its...
2021-05-2144 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 77 (May 7, 2021: 1st gen success, unhappy wives in China)0:28 - we introduce our guest Aaron (not to be confused with Aaron from DIU Pod 76), who is the host of the First Generation Podcast. We talk about why he started his own podcast and what it means to be a first-generation success story. We also talk about the situation in Alberta and how Aaron uses martial arts to keep connected with his Chinese roots.16:52 - Jack announces that he will be getting the COVID vaccine in two weeks. This is coming after the fact that he said he would “wait it out” last week. Hear about why he c...
2021-05-071h 15DIU PodcastDIU Pod 75 (April 23, 2021: boba shortage, Rogers internet outage)0:00 - the new F9 trailer shows that fan-favourite character, Han (who we believed to have died in Tokyo Drift) is actually still alive! How is the movie going to explain this one?5:23 - After Jack’s emotional episode last week on DIU Pod 74, we read a fan comment sharing their opinions on Jack’s behaviours.25:27 - Jack talks about the recent boba shortage affecting North America. How does this shortage affect us, and will we be doomed for a life without tapioca? Let us know what you think about this serious issue.42:11 - Gavi...
2021-04-231h 03DIU PodcastDIU Pod 74 (April 16, 2021: misunderstood Jack, podcast retirement)Tune in for another episode where Jack uses the podcast as a therapy session. This week, Jack abruptly leaves the DIU Podcast group chat in a fit of rage. Surprisingly we still record an episode half an hour after his departure from the group. Gavin tries to analyze the situation and Jack talks about how he is constantly being “ganged up” on. Tune in for this deep and emotional ride and get to know Jack better.Afterwards, the Cantonese Ambassador teaches us some Cantonese phrases related to the topics of this week. Click here to follow along.
2021-04-161h 16DIU PodcastDIU Pod 73 (April 9, 2021: baby with 3 penises, mandatory dating courses)0:00 - Ontario is back in lockdown, or “shutdown”, leaving people completely confused about the differences in the name.6:17 - We talk about a new audio hosting platform named Audea where we will be posting some clips of DIU Pod.9:16 - Gavin talks about a baby boy in Iraq who was born with three penises (a first-time deformity known as triphalia). The gang discusses the implications of this mutation and the practical purposes of having three dicks.26:24 - Jack talks about the potential of mandatory university classes that will help combat toxic relationships in Chin...
2021-04-0951 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 69 (March 12, 2021: #StopAsianHate, insensitive TSM tweet)The DIU Pod gang gather in the studio to open their birthday presents from Robin. But before that, Gavin talks about how Jack bailed on their planned triple date. Jack talks about getting a hangover on the day following his birthday.9:20 - Rest in peace to Laoshu, a YouTuber who inspired Jack and countless others to learn languages. His sudden death due to heart complications was a tragic shock to fans everywhere.12:21 - Jack talks about a new Facebook group he joined called the Black and Asian Alliance Network. His worldview gets changed!17:49...
2021-03-121h 05DIU PodcastDIU Pod 66 (February 19, 2021: DIU TW study group, gestational parent)DIU Pod superfan Layx joins us from Taiwan to talk about his plans for creating an English study group. We also hear about how the show has changed his life and how he wants to spread the good word of DIU Pod.Gavin talks about the recommendations of some scholars at Australia National University. These scholars hope to introduce gender-inclusive education by removing words such as “mother” and “father” and replacing them with “gestational parent” and “non-birthing parent” respectively. Don’t forget about replacing “mother’s milk” with “human milk” and plenty of other seemingly odd phrases. The gang talks about whether...
2021-02-191h 13DIU PodcastDIU Pod 65 (February 12, 2021: Chinese New Year, Olympics sexism)Kyle joins the DIU Pod gang today as we celebrate season 2 of WHAT KIND OF ASIAN ARE YOU? Podcast. We also read a comment from DIU Pod superfan Layx with an interesting proposal to start a DIU movement in Taiwan.Jack talks about the impending double-holiday weekend with Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day. At first, he complains that these holidays are too close to each other (and Christmas). Apparently, Jack is sick and tired of spending buckets of money during Chinese New Year. We also hear about his jealousy towards his Indian colleagues who get li...
2021-02-121h 28DIU PodcastDIU Pod 64 (February 5, 2021: Buy Me a Beer, Cantonese classes)DIU Pod continues to bring the fire content for our fans despite a hectic week. Gavin talks about shocking himself everywhere throughout the home and the new uprising of the retail stock traders.The DIU Pod team created a Buy Me a Coffee page that allows fans, like you, to support the show. The gang talks about potential membership perks and extras that will make it worthwhile for the supporters. Check out our Buy Me a Coffee page!Jack informs us that a 20+ year Cantonese class offered at Stanford University is on the brink of...
2021-02-0559 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 63 (January 28, 2021: young entrepreneurs, snitching sons)This week’s episode focuses on the youth as the DIU gang both bring in stories related to teenagers. Jack is outraged because of a Blog TO article that highlighted the success of two 16-year-olds who found success with their chocolate business. According to Jack, news shouldn’t sensationalize the success of the youth. He also thinks a 16-year-old starting a business is the same as a 60-year-old doing the same thing.Gavin brings in the story of Jackson Reffitt, an 18-year-old college student who informed the FBI about his dad’s suspicious activities. A few weeks later...
2021-01-2954 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 62 (January 22, 2021: 4-day work week, Uncle Roger video)Gavin raves about his new favourite game, Ring Fit Adventures. Jack doesn’t think it will make a difference in his life. The DIU gang also talk about their most recent Twitch game night stream; a stream that notably did not feature Jack.Japanese politicians are proposing a four-day workweek that would severely help the people of Japan and combat COVID19. The gang discusses the benefits of a shortened work week and whether or not we would want that in Canada – even at the cost of reduced pay. We also talk about our favourite day to take off...
2021-01-221h 03DIU PodcastDIU Pod 61 (January 15, 2021: jealous co-hosts, mahjong appropriation)DIU Pod returns for season 4 for the first episode of 2021. The gang discusses the identity of Via Getty and Trump getting de-platformed from everything. We also talk about new projects including the Asian Movie Club podcast and the DIU Game Nights on Twitch.Jack becomes increasingly jealous in light of Gavin’s ever-growing influence and amount of guest features. We learn that an invitation was extended to Jack to be on Asian Movie Club, but Jack abruptly turned down the offer because the show wasn’t “lit” enough. He then goes on the big-time the team by saying h...
2021-01-191h 22DIU PodcastDIU Pod 60 (December 20, 2020: banned words, receiving gifts)The DIU Podcast gang meet one last time before the end of our third season and our break for the holidays. Gavin talks about his adventures selling a sleeping bag and how he was hustled by the promise of goodwill.We talk about recent updates to Twitch’s terms of service. Words such as simp, incel, and virgin will be monitored carefully by the online streaming community starting next month. Users who say these (popular) words in a harmful manner can be banned. The group discuss the dangers behind allowing words to be associated with negative connotations. On...
2020-12-201h 20DIU PodcastDIU Pod 59 (December 11, 2020: Monster Hunter pun, men’s prime-age)Spotify released their year-in-review and the DIU gang take a look at some of our numbers. We also talk about videogame addiction in Asia in continuation of our advice for a multimillionaire on DIU Pod 58.Gavin talks about the controversy surrounding the new Monster Hunter movie that arose because MC Jin improved a pun about being Chinese. The backlash around the pun resulted in the movie being pulled from the entire Chinese market.Jack talks about a video he watched from a Taiwanese YouTuber. According to the video, females in Taiwan believe that men between 27 – 29 ar...
2020-12-1150 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 57 (November 27, 2020: second lockdown, Adamson BBQ)The DIU gang meet in the studio once again for an in-person recording session. Jack takes a shot at plugging sponsors/affiliate links.With the second lockdown in effect, Jack worries about the people from Toronto and Peel coming up to York region and infecting the good people of Markham. The gang discusses the merits of a full lockdown throughout the province. Jack proposes strict authoritarian rules. Gavin talks about a BBQ restaurant owner in Peel region who called the government’s bluff and opened up his store to the public. Should the government have the ability to...
2020-11-271h 06DIU PodcastDIU Pod 56 (November 20, 2020: hidden fees, relationship questions)Gavin laments about the cruel nature of the world as he tells us about his new PC setup. We also hear from Jack about why DIU hasn’t setup our affiliate link with Christian Filipina yet (as discussed in the previous episode).Gavin retells his story from last night about an almost perfect night out at a restaurant. He was surprised to find that the total bill was not what he expected to pay. Should waiters tell customers about “additional fees” when it comes to ordering food? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.Jack...
2020-11-2054 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 55 (November 13, 2020: affiliate marketing, COVID curfew)The DIU Pod gang discusses a business manner as they have been approached by a dating website for a potential sponsorship opportunity. Eager to monetize the podcast (as discussed on DIU Pod 42), Jack and Gavin discuss why the show would be an amazing fit for promoting a dating site.Gavin talks about the hypothetical situation of a curfew to help curb COVID. The topic came about because a recent online survey suggests that 67% of Canadians would be in favour of adopting a curfew (from 10 pm to 5 am) if the COVID situation was dire enough. The gang discusses...
2020-11-1350 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 54 (November 6, 2020: asteroids, body counts, anti-Asian racism)Back to an online episode this week as a sick Gavin dubs this episode his “flu-game” podcast and we hear about his recent illness. The gang discuss the benefits of not having a flood of children ringing your doorbell for Halloween this year.Jack warns us about the asteroid Apophis which apparently has a 1/150,000 chance of hitting the Earth on April 12, 2068. We talk about the potential of an planet-ending catastrophe and Jack proposes that his army of children can help save the day. Speaking of procreating, Jack brings up a recent Facebook-thread he commented on about the “body co...
2020-11-061h 16DIU PodcastDIU Pod 53 (October 30, 2020: furnace sounds, being too discreet)Gavin makes a big announcement at the start of the show as he explains that his current living situation has changed. The DIU Pod gang gather to check out the new place.Gavin talks about the process of setting up the new studio and how his plans may have been dashed by being too close to the furnace. In a natural Jack-fashion, Jack makes Gavin’s move all about himself. An upset Jack claims that he should have known about the move earlier than “other people” because of the duo’s close ties. Who’s in the wrong here...
2020-10-3059 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 52 (October 23, 2020: disregarding the podcast, building furniture)Gavin retells the tales of his recent hiking adventure. Jack remains firm on his stance that hiking is a good date spot. We also revisit last week’s hot debate about paying for a mutual friend’s drink in a platonic hangout session.Jack talks about the barrage of messages he’s been getting from friends asking about his developing love life. All the questions people have can easily be answered by listening to DIU Pod 51 – in which we interview the actual girl!!! Do people listen to the show? No! You want to learn about Jack’s love life...
2020-10-2354 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 51 (October 16, 2020: pandemic speed dating part 2, chivalry)A large group of people descend upon Jack’s basement for a special episode of DIU Podcast. Listeners may recall Jack’s retelling of his speed dating experience a few weeks ago. We strongly recommend that you listen to DIU Pod 49 before this episode.This week, we hear from two ladies - KayKay and Natalie - who were at that very same event and get their side of the story. We also learn more information about Jack’s hiking date, why his date got mad at Jack’s offer to pay, and other juicy details surrounding Jack’s budding...
2020-10-161h 47DIU PodcastDIU Pod 50 (October 9, 2020: mid autumn festival, workplace politics)The DIU Podcast crew celebrate mid autumn festival for the big 50th. We are joined by Jack’s language exchange friend from Taiwan, Layx. Right off the bat, we hear about why he had to fake his age and how he infiltrated one of Taiwan’s most famous choirs.We talk about the mid autumn festival and how it is being celebrated in Taiwan as well. Afterwards, Layx talks about his current workplace situation in which he is being ostracized by his fellow co-workers for being too much of a loose-cannon badass.Jack revives one of t...
2020-10-091h 14DIU PodcastDIU Pod 49 (October 2, 2020: pandemic speed dating, overpopulation)Jack comes into the studio a rejuvenated man as he no longer carries the pessimistic attitude displayed from the last episode. We hear about Jack’s adventures going to a speed dating event amidst the covid pandemic. Find out why he’s so happy… although I’m sure it may already be obvious why ;)Gavin talks about a controversial ad which popped up in downtown Vancouver. The ad suggests that parents should only have one child to limit the dangerous effects of overpopulation. The DIU gang talk about why this ad is doing a terrible job. Gavin talks ab...
2020-10-021h 10DIU PodcastDIU Pod 48 (Sept 25, 2020: talking on dating apps, personal data on apps)Gavin starts the show off with an announcement that he is now an uncle. This earth shattering announcement propels the DIU host into a new light of optimism. In addition to being a new uncle, life-sized gundams and the ever-growing sandwich wars contribute to a growing faith in humanity. Jack remains depressed, as usual.Jack gives us an update on his Hinge adventures initially discussed on DIU Pod 44. This time, the issue is that Jack can hardly get his matches to respond to his text prompts. Is Jack doing something wrong - or are dating apps just...
2020-09-251h 17DIU PodcastDIU Pod 47 (September 18, 2020: reverting to stage 2, back to school)The DIU Podcast gang takes a moment to remember our fallen Toronto Raptors team. Jack is ready to throw Pascal Siakam under the bus, much to the dislike of Gavin and other true fans.This week, Jack talks about what our lives would look like if the provincial government returned to phase two of the COVID reopening plan. Currently in phase 3, we are able to experience dine-in eating and larger group meet ups. We hear about Jack’s newfound sense of of being introverted, Gavin talks about the new Popeye’s chicken sandwich, and we hear about a $9...
2020-09-181h 24DIU PodcastDIU Pod 44 (August 28, 2020: Qixi Day, Hinge, Kyle’s Announcement)Four men enter a studio to celebrate Valentine’s Day.The DIU Podcast gang sit down on Qixi Festival (a Chinese equivalent to Valentine’s Day) in this romance-filled episode. Jack and Robin talk about their recent experiences on Hinge and we try to identify why they have not been successful. We hear from DIU Pod superfan Grace for a female perspective. Check out Robin and Jack's profiles on the website (www.diupod.com - DIU Pod 44). DIU Taiwan correspondent, Kyle, checks in with the team and gives us an update on his current situation. Liste...
2020-08-281h 42DIU PodcastDIU Pod 43 (August 21, 2020: Twitch streaming, Wuhan water party)After bragging about the feat which was the DIU Podcast 100th episode, the gang quickly fall back to reality. Mic failures and missed show segments are revisited before the start of the show.Jack gives us updates about his Twitch streaming adventures. Coming off a fresh webcam purchase, the revitalized co-host hopes to begin his quest for fame and money. Hear about the origins of Jack’s Twitch username and the dilemma which is setting up an “about you” page. We will also be announcing Jack’s streaming debut very shortly. In the meantime, you can check out his...
2020-08-211h 35DIU PodcastDIU Pod 42 (August 14, 2020: The Big 100)After many months of virtual podcasts, the DIU Pod gang are reunited for the big 100th episode. We hear about the reason for last week’s delay which was also discussed on DIU Pod 41.5. We give a big shout out to our superfan Kenny for sending us a donation via eTransfer (hit us up at diupodcast@gmail.com)With 100 episodes under our belt, Jack brings up the important issue of how we haven’t monetized the podcast. Jack proceeds to bring in several ideas about how DIU Podcast can start earning money.Gavin – while excited about...
2020-08-141h 58DIU PodcastDIU Pod 41.5 (the "episode" before the big 100th celebration)It's the big episode 100... or so we would be saying if not for some last minute technical issues. Join us next week as Jack and Gavin try to record the big 100 (DIU Pod 42) face-to-face in the studio. In the meantime, enjoy this short issue which was hastily recorded close to midnight.Stay tuned for an exciting episode next week!Theme MusicIntro and outro music: Night Owl by Broke for Free/ CC By 3.0
2020-08-0505 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 41 (July 31, 2020: NBA Bubble, Female Streamers & Simps)Jack and Gavin reunite for a new season of DIU Pod. Gavin talks about how every video game should have a “play now” mode as common courtesy. Jack plugs his guest appearance on Pass the Poutine Podcast (dropping Aug 1).Season 3 of DIU Pod aligns with Stage 3 of Ontario’s plan to reopen after months staying indoors. While not completely safe, it is great to see restaurants and other services slowly open their doors. Gavin talks about the return on the NBA, which have now quarantined themselves in the Disney World Bubble – an elite training camp where the best bas...
2020-07-311h 16DIU PodcastDIU Pod 40 (July 3, 2020: automatic speeding tickets, HK security law)It’s the season 2 finale of DIU Pod and the duo recall their long history of podcasting. It turns out this is also the 98th canonized episode of DIU Podcast – making DIU Pod 42 the BIG 100!Gavin talks about the changing math curriculum as the province looks to discard the disaster which was “discovery math” for a more “back-to-the-basics” approach. Jack recalls his story about how he gamed with Carl from The Walking Dead.Toronto is set to activate 50 automated speed enforcement cameras across the city which will automatically send speeding tickets to anyone caught driving above the speed limit. While this certainl...
2020-07-031h 09DIU PodcastDIU Pod 37 (June 12, 2020: Starting the Dialogue on Black Lives Matter)Gavin reflects on last week’s episode (DIU Pod 36) and talks about the importance of re-examining the issue of Asians and Black Lives Matter. While there were many interesting points discussed last week, the conversation didn’t really capture the idea of how and why Asians should support Black Lives Matter.Over the weekend, the DIU Podcast team received an email from first-time listener Lisa from New York City. The email had several great responses to some of the discussion topics from DIU Pod 36. Of course, with this being an online podcast, Lisa happily joins Gavin to dive...
2020-06-1252 minDIU PodcastDIU Podcast 36 (June 5, 2020: Asians and Black Lives Matter)With protests and riots sprouting globally after the death of George Floyd, the DIU Podcast gang attempts to talk about the heavy issues surrounding racism and activism. We discuss different ideas about how Asians can support Black Lives Matter. The idea of intersectionality between Asians and Blacks has a ton of potential for discussion; much more than we can fit in a single recording. Furthermore, we can only speak on our personal experiences as Asian Canadians.We talk about the idea of protest and riot, and how it has been mobilized in North America. Jack compares the...
2020-06-051h 21DIU PodcastDIU Pod 35 (May 29, 2020: Asian Heritage Month, Vancouver vs Toronto)In celebration of Asian Heritage Month (at the last possible moment in May), the gang finally give a shout out to the month which seems to seriously need a new PR person. Jack and Gavin talk about finally seeing each other after two months of social isolation as we talk about how the world has changed.The DIU Pod gang is joined by Nina, the host of Pass the Poutine Podcast, and Gavin’s friend from his days teaching English in Korea. So basically, three former english teachers in Asia step into a podcast and try to sp...
2020-05-291h 36DIU PodcastDIU Pod 34 (May 22, 2020: reopening economy, quarantine dating game)The DIU Podcast gang hopped back on the Discord for another jam-packed episode of the show. Gavin follows up with his McDonald’s story from episode 33 as he reads the email he received. Jack also chimes in with a short issue for the first time in like three episodes. Things naturally get political as is the norm since Jack is always trying to find a way to shit on the mainland.Gavin talks about how the economy is reopening and what that means for the good people of Ontario. We talk about whether or not it is to...
2020-05-221h 32DIU PodcastDIU Pod 32 (May 1, 2020: erotic novels, learning Chinese, ideal partners)Tons of fun and shenanigans on this week's show as we invite long-time DIU Podcast supporter, Grace, to the show! Grace talks about how Gavin and Jack are the ultimate DIU Podcast dream team. We also learn about the website Grace manages, Volare Novels, which specializes in translating Chinese novels into English. We quickly learn that these novels are targeted towards women and are quite erotic.In the tradition of DIU Podcast, our guest tries to accomplish an impossible feat; trying to make Jack feel better about his life. Will Grace be successful? Tune in to find...
2020-05-011h 53DIU PodcastDIU Pod 31 (April 17, 2020: the cube psychology quiz, Canto teacher Jack)Another week, another groundbreaking DIU Pod achievement. This time, Gavin and Jack are joined via discord by other members of the DIU team: Robin, Seb, and Kyle.We get an update from Kyle, who is seemingly breezing through the coronavirus in Taiwan. Listen in as he describes the scenario over there. Hear about the government-seized face masks and how you can reuse them with the help of your everyday rice cooker. The gang also talks about quarantine life, and that naturally leads to Animal Crossing. Jack, who is experiencing FOMO (because he doesn’t have a Switch) wa...
2020-04-171h 19DIU PodcastDIU Pod 30 (April 3, 2020: Quarantine Life, Terrible Internet)The DIU Pod gang returned after a week off in what seemed to be the most depressing hiatus known to podcast history. Jack calls in on Skype again as the world starts to self-quarantine themselves.While Gavin and Jack rave about the benefits of working from home, it’s clear that this new lifestyle is full of its own set of daily issues. Perhaps the largest issues is the fact that there are literally no other news stories being mentioned - which makes sense when you consider the fact there’s a deadly virus out there. Jack, soun...
2020-04-031h 00DIU PodcastDIU Pod 29 (March 20, 2020: Cornavirus Endgame)We’ve entered the Endgame in the movie that is Cornavirus. In a groundbreaking move on DIU Podcast, Jack and Gavin rendezvous online via Skype to host the podcast. This week the gang talked all about the virus and its updates since Jack mentioned the issue on DIU Pod 22.Issues include the phenomenon of #CancelEverything – where everything we know and love, from the NBA to eating at restaurants, are being cancelled. We also talk about Ontario in a “state of emerency” and the travel restrictions placed on Canada. Trump refers to COVID-19 as a “Chinese Virus” and many people...
2020-03-2053 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 28 (March 13, 2020: disciplining children & fake coughing)Gavin reports back from his trip to Chick-Fil-A. Is the infamous chicken burger restaurant really worth the hype?Jack brings in the issue of disciplining children. This topic, sparked by a viral Facebook post of a mom who uses push ups to punish their children, got the DIU Podcast duo to talk about their childhood discipline tactics. We talk about whether or not hitting children is an effective manner to raise kids. Gavin talks about a Chinese lady who pretended to cough on a flight attendant in an attempt to get off the plane more quickly. The...
2020-03-131h 02DIU PodcastDIU Pod 27 (March 6, 2020: the Birthday Special)It's the BIRTHDAY SPECIAL! This week Gavin and Jack both celebrate their birthdays (March 2 and 6, respectively). The DIU duo get together for some fun and festive shenanigans.Gavin and Jack debate whether or not turning 28 is a big issue. Why does Gavin feel so optimistic, and why does Jack feel so depressed? Listen in as the two offer their contrasting viewpoints about this new saga of life.As promised during last week's episode, Gavin and Jack prepare questions for the game designed to see if the hosts can think like the other person. Each person...
2020-03-061h 19DIU PodcastDIU Pod 24 (February 14, 2020: Valentine's Day special)Love is in the air... or is it? The DIU Podcast gang talk come together before Valentine's Day to talk about an array of love-related issues.Before the show, we acknowledge Parasite and give a shout-out to the Korean movie which won four Oscars. We also learn that, Jack (a proud supporter of Asians, apparently), did not yet watch the movie. We also talk about racial backlash against the movie which has gained significant global coverage.We read a fan email asking the Love Guru for some advice for Valentine's Day. We also talk about why Valentine's Day is perhaps...
2020-02-191h 04DIU PodcastDIU Pod 21 (January 24, 2020: Chinese New Year, Balding men)The DIU Podcast gang start off season two by celebrating Chinese New Year! Gavin talks about the new studio, and it's all hands on deck as the we get five people help break in the new setup.Jack starts the show off by telling us the enthralling story of how he fractured his ring finger. Was he practicing wing-chun during the DIU Podcast haitus? Probably not - but tune in to find out how he got injured.Keeping to the theme of Chinese New Year, the gang talk about the Chinese zodiacs. We talk about...
2020-01-241h 37DIU PodcastDIU Pod 20 (January 3, 2020: Ip Man 4 Spoilers, Asian representation, 2020 goals)New year, new mic. Gavin unveils the new Blue Yeti mic as the gang is shocked by its superior quality. Robin returns on the show for the season finale. Grab your popcorn, because this is going to be a two-hour special!Huge spoiler warning right off the bat as the gang basically spends the first 20 minutes of the show talking about Ip Man 4. Skip this topic by jumping to the 22:18 mark. As a decade-in-review topic, Jack talks about Asian representation in mainstream media. We talk about how Asians have been getting more spotlight and discuss how we...
2020-01-032h 01DIU PodcastDIU Pod 19 (Dec 27, 2019: Asians celebrating Christmas, getting sick during Christmas)On this Christmas-themed episode, we are joined by DIU Podcast superfan, Dr. Eugene Tang, who has returned to his Canadian motherland after another year of sciencing in California.We get an update from Jack about his vaping habits, talk more about the benefits of sex dolls, and discuss intellectualism as nature/nurture - all this before our first topic (now that's a Christmas special!).Jack wonders if Chinese people in Canada should celebrate Christmas (a.k.a. the Devil's holiday), and we discuss what it truly means to celebrate the holiday. Gavin brings in a...
2019-12-271h 22DIU PodcastDIU Pod 16 (December 06, 2019: getting over a cheating ex, timely news stories)In case you haven't heard... DIU Podcast is on Twitter. Follow us @DIUPodcast for the latest updates, reactions, and Jack quotes - this is something NO DIU PODCAST FAN should miss out on. Don't have Twitter? Make an account now!We receive a listener email this week as we once again summon the Love Guru back from retirement. This week's listener is having a hard time getting over his ex. To make matters worse, his ex is now in a relationship with his former-best friend. Tune in to hear about this tale of romance, heartbreak and betrayal...
2019-12-0658 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 15 (November 29, 2019: Toronto poop thrower, cyclists)Jack’s pink vape, getting DIU Podcast Spotify and Jack losing his claim to be an “IT guy.” The show starts off hot with a ton of pre-issue ramblings.Gavin brings in the issue of the infamous Toronto poop thrower. What does a grown man throwing buckets of liquid feces spell for the future of our society? Afterwards, We discuss a recent incident in which a cyclist was hit by a turning SUV in Markham.. Jack talks about how he hates bikers (cyclist) and how they should all be hit by cars. The gang discuss whether pedestrians should...
2019-11-2949 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 14 (November 22, 2019: Long-term/marriage Love Guru questions)Joining the DIU Podcast gang this week is Jack's long-time/high school role model, Louie. In Jack's eyes, Louie is the perfect example of someone who has been successful in love - thus being dubbed the long-term/marriage love guru. Louie, and his wife Zenna, talk about their recent wedding ceremony and how their story began. Afterwards, Jack, who has never had long-term love success, bombards the couple with questions. Tune in as we talk about everything from marriage advice to Jack's Chinese fortune teller.This week, in classic Jack fashion, he throws his responsibility of being...
2019-11-221h 19DIU PodcastDIU Pod 12 (November 8, 2019: McDonald's CEO firing, long commutes)Join the DIU Podcast gang as they creak their (chairs) way through another episode this week. Gavin revisits last week's issue of the Boston College suicide. He also talks about the story of McDonald's firing their CEO because he was in a consensual relationship with an employee. Tune in to hear about what the (retired) love guru has to say about this.Afterwards, Jack complains about his daily (three-hour) commute. Feeling discouraged, he makes a huge statement which may impact the future of DIU Podcast.In this week's Cantonese Corner, Jack brings in a new...
2019-11-081h 19DIU PodcastDIU Pod 11 (November 1, 2019: Boston College suicide, Shoppers Drug Mart rant)Tons of excitement this week as the DIU Podcast gang get up to their usual antics. Gavin decides to call back a Chinese robocall number - the results may surprise you. We also recap Louie's wedding, where Jack sang a Mandarin song - much to one listener's disappointment.Jack talks about the story of a Boston College student committing suicide hours before his graduation ceremony. The student, who was in an abusive relationship, was constantly told to die by his girlfriend. We discuss what the line for freedom of speech is. Afterwards, Gavin talks about a viral...
2019-11-011h 10DIU PodcastDIU Pod 10 (October 25, 2019: Chinese robocalls, Jack not married yet)The DIU Podcast gang sit down and briefly discuss the results of the federal election. Afterwards Gavin talks about the terrible issue of receiving Chinese robocalls everyday. Whether its unwarranted calls or filling up the voicemail box, this is a continued issues which doesn't seem to have a solution. Afterwards, a clearly distressed Jack talks about his fears of not being able to get married by (his personal goal) before his 28th birthday in March. Is Jack close to getting married? Tune in to find out!In this week's Cantonese Corner, Jack returns to his Cantonese 2 JPEG...
2019-10-2552 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 9 (October 18, 2019: 2019 federal election party platforms)With the big election coming up on Oct 21, a concerned Jack talks about how many of the youth need to vote. The DIU Podcast gang break down some of the main political platforms for each party and discuss their feelings on the subject. Topics include: climate change, education, health care, and more.Afterwards, the Cantonese Ambassador – running out of ideas – consults a textbook and teaches us some interesting vocabulary using the word “heart.” Lesson notes can be found here.Loose EndsThe Voter turnout for the 2015 election was 68.5%, which was the highest turnout rate sin...
2019-10-181h 24DIU PodcastDIU Pod 8 (October 11, 2019: people who flake on plans, businesses sucking up to China)DIU Podcast Green Ranger, Robin, returns to the studio this week as the gang get up to their usual shenanigans.Gavin brings in a personal issue when he retells his weekend misfortunes. After his friend flakes on their plans, Gavin rants about this inconsiderate act. Jack, on the other hand, doesn’t seem to think it’s a big deal. Let us know what you think about this in the comment section below.Afterwards, Jack talks about the GM of the Houston Rockets who has recently come under fire for tweeting his support for the prot...
2019-10-111h 27DIU PodcastDIU pod 7 (October 4, 2019: long distance relationships, Amber Alerts)An email from a listener prompts the DIU gang to talk about long distance relationships. Jack briefly returns to the show as a Love Guru as he talks about what our listener should do. How can a long distance relationship work? Tune in to hear our opinions.Afterwards, Jack rants about how his afternoon nap was interrupted because of an Amber Alert. The gang talks about whether it is necessary to have loud alarms overriding phones when there is a life on the line.In this week’s Cantonese corner, the Cantonese Ambassador finally teaches us...
2019-10-041h 03DIU PodcastDIU Pod 6 (September 27, 2019: Justin Trudeau brownface, being too PC)Plenty of hot issues discussed on this week as the DIU Pod gang talks about Justin Trudeau’s recently surfaced brownface photo. We talk about whether wearing makeup to color one’s face is considered racist. We also consider if this situation make us think differently about Canada’s Prime Minister.Jack builds on this topic and re-states a previous claim of his that the world is becoming increasingly PC (Politically Correct). Unwarranted backlash against Trudeau, Shane Gillis, and Jay Chou’s new music video has led him to conclude that the younger generation are being way more sens...
2019-09-271h 16DIU PodcastDIU Pod 5 (September 20, 2019: democracy & communism, voting habits)Joining us in the studio this week is long time DIU Podcast supporter, Robin. Having appeared on earlier episodes, Robin takes advantage of the podcast to ask about Jack and Gavin’s biggest takeaways from their time spent abroad.The conversation quickly spirals as several hot topics are covered. Issues include: Hong Kong’s extradition bill, democracy vs communism, political ideologies, and how we should vote.At the end of the long show Jack gives us a condensed Cantonese corner. Follow along with this post.Theme MusicIntro and outro music: Night...
2019-09-201h 24DIU PodcastDIU Pod 4 (September 13. 2019: vaping ban, Chick-Fil-A in Toronto)This week on DIU Pod the gang talks about several contraversial issues. Jack brings in the topic of a possible ban on vaping as there have been more deaths surrounding the use of vapes. Jack claims that vaping is a great alternative for smokers who are trying to quit smoking. Gavin wonders if Jack is now addicted to vaping.Afterwards, Gavin talks about the opening of Toronto’s first Chick-fil-A. The famous chicken restaurant has been surrounded by controversy because the ownership sticks to traditional Christian values; most notably the idea of a traditional (Biblical) marriage of a...
2019-09-1350 minDIU PodcastDIU Pod 2 (August 30, 2019: Canadian identity, Amazon rain forest fires)DIU Japan legend Andrew joins the gang on this week’s podcast and has some questions for the former Lover Guru. Afterwards, the gang talks about Canada and what it really means to have a “Canadian identity.” We also talk about the Amazon rain forest fires from a variety of perspectives. Are world leaders being petty? Is this a problem with global implications? Tune in to this week’s episode of DIU Pod and join the discussion.Our in-house Cantonese Ambassador continues his quest to preserve the Cantonese language in the second installment of the Cantonese corner. Jack tea...
2019-08-301h 25DIU PodcastDIU Pod 1 (August 23, 2019: new domain name, Hong Kong Protest)DIU Pod Episode 1DIU Podcast is back, or rather, reborn! Gavin and Jack are once again reunited in their old studio and are looking to continue the old podcast. Tune in to find out more about the new name – DIU Pod – and what the guys have been up to recently.Today’s topic centers around the Hong Kong protests which have been ongoing for months. Jack talks about why the protest are occurring and Gavin talks about the difficulties surrounding media representation when it comes to news.Hear about Jack’s increasing passion about Ca...
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