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Eat Your CrustWelcome to Season 5 BestiesJeesoo goes to Korea and translates up a storm for her Chinese fiancee and Korean family.Crystal deals with a Valorant addiction and fascination with Gen Z slang.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2023-01-1133 min
Eat Your CrustOne of us Gets Engaged!Congratulations to Jeesoo for getting engaged!!Jeesoo has evolved her boyfriend into a fiance and we all couldn't be happier. Getting engaged surprisingly (or unsurprisingly) has a lot of behind the scenes planning and logistics that lead up to the big moment. Jeesoo shares her experiences in ring shopping, timeline planning, decision making, and of course receiving the proposal. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2022-11-3036 min
Eat Your CrustAre We Runners?This month, Crystal & Jeesoo ran a 5k together! We discuss how our running journeys have morphed from running the mile in middle school to incorporating runs into our 9-5s. Do we enjoy running now? It's tough to say... but we invite on some friends who run much longer & faster than us to see if they can pinpoint what qualifies someone as a 'runner'!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2022-04-2749 min
Eat Your CrustWe Bought a House!A little under a year ago, Jeesoo and her boyfriend bought a house together! Not only was this a major decision that required a lot of awkward conversations about money, ownership, and the future, it was also an emotional rollercoaster full of rejections and excitement. Tune in for some juicy tea about the kind of discussions we had, the offers we put in, and the general lifestyle change following the purchase!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2022-02-2348 min
Eat Your CrustAll About KidsWe all were kids once…but that doesn’t mean we all WANT kids! Or does it?? Today we discuss every aspect of kids we can think of - starting from our fears about having our own kids, silly stories from our childhood, or dissecting the concept of our inner child, we got KIDS on the mind! Join us if you go through phases of baby fever or if you’ve ever had thoughts about going child-free.Visit Jane’s cool ass website janeekim.comFollow Jane on IG @jane_e_kimFoll...
2021-07-071h 00
Eat Your CrustA Glimpse into the Home Buying ProcessBuying a home is quite an intimidating process. Not only will it probably be one of the most expensive purchases in your lifetime, it also has a ton of rules & steps in the procedure you may have never heard of! Since we are two novices who don’t own any property, we invited on our real estate agent friend, Andre Wang, to break down the home-buying process and share what to look for when selecting a real estate agent & mortgage lender to work with. Tune in to catch some insider tips & insight into what to expect in the journey to...
2021-04-2847 min
Eat Your CrustReflections on the 9-5It's been almost 3 years since we've graduated, which means we've also been working for a similar amount of time. While the 9-5 does have its ups and downs, we're mostly grateful to be along for the ride! Today we reflect on our past few years of being a corporate slave (haha jk) and rate some of the job advice we've been given when we were students. Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2021-04-2157 min
Eat Your CrustOur Wedding ExperiencesWe're not quite at the age where all our friends are getting married left and right, but it is an important milestone that is creeping up on us. Whether we've been to 10+ family weddings and know the cultural ceremonies like the back of our hand, or whether all of our wedding knowledge derives from the chick lit we read when we were 12 years old, we chat about our various wedding experiences and how they affect our personal expectations for our weddings. Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social me...
2021-04-1457 min
Eat Your CrustOur Beef With CookingSince we’ve both started cooking more for ourselves in the past few years, there’s a few gripes we have about cooking. First of all, we’re spending more and more time (and money!) thinking about, prepping for, and cleaning up after cooking. Second of all, why does it take 10+ hours of careful love and coddling for us to make some decent bone broth at home?! Join us for our little rant session today to see if any of your cooking pet peeves come up! Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpod Support the show...
2021-04-0752 min
Eat Your CrustGrowing Up As A Third Culture KidAs you know, we love to dive into the Asian American experience (and Asian Canadian experience), since both of us grew up in North America. But the Asian experience extends beyond the US & Canada, so today we bring on our friend Niu-Niu to hear about what it was like growing up in Hungary, especially as someone who is ethnically Chinese! Niu-Niu shares her experience as a Third Culture Kid, debunks some International School myths, and shares her mindset approaching the job hunt as a non-resident of the US. Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpod Support the sh...
2021-03-311h 02
Eat Your CrustI Moved to NYCNew York City, say hello to your newest resident! One of us is moving to New York City, can you guess who? As suburban girls at heart, a cross-country move into the Big Apple is hugely exciting, but also a little bit intimidating. We dive into the decision-making process, the logistics (hint: a combination of spreadsheets & YOLO energy), and the emotional aspect of moving away from the hometown.--- How to help the victims of the Atlanta Shootings https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/stop-aapi-hate Quick plug for the podcast "Time t...
2021-03-2448 min
Eat Your CrustDTR - Let's Define the RelationshipHey... We need to talk. What are we? You guessed it - today's episode is a (semi-morally questionable) guide to navigating the CONFUSING maze that is defining the relationship! We go over any personal rules we bring to our approach of DTRing, our least favorite stages of relationship development, and even act out a few examples (!!!) so you have some references you can look back on the next time you have to have *the talk * ;) Proceed at your own risk... but this is a fun one! Follow Amy's Art IG! @amyxiaart Follow us...
2021-03-171h 03
Eat Your CrustAn Ode to Our Big FriendshipsIt’s no secret that friendships are a big part of our lives - from our close high school group chats, to our long distance friends we truly miss, to the friends who are always down to do absolutely nothing together, our friendships mean just as much to us as our relationships! But does the amount of effort, vulnerability, and transparency we bring to friendships match the level of internal appreciation we have? Are we as willing to work on our Big Friendships as we are on our relationships? Today we delve into our thoughts on friendship inse...
2021-03-101h 12
Eat Your CrustI’m Not On Thirst Trap TikTok (ft. Brian Xu)From data scientist to TikTok star, and everything in between - Brian Xu joins us today to chat about how his data storytelling & height guessing videos went viral, how he makes sense of the various Asian-American spaces on the #fyp, and the neat little features & community aspects that make TikTok a unique platform. Don’t miss this episode where Brian guesses OUR heights and reveals whether he’s on Thirst Trap TikTok or not 👀 Follow Brian on TikTok @bri_xu Follow Brian on IG @bri_xu Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpodSupport...
2021-03-031h 14
Eat Your CrustAwwwwwkwardAwkward moments are truly the spicy parts of everyday life. They're difficult are to avoid, impossible to forget, and frequent enough to keep us on our toes! Today we'll be sharing some of the awkward moments we've experienced that keep us up at night, and dissect whether we've learned or gained anything from them.Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpodSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2021-02-2442 min
Eat Your CrustReal News, Fake News, Asian News (ft. Terry Nguyen)Behind the articles that pop up on our news feed, there’s a reporter staying up late at night typing up a storm on their dimly lit laptop. Terry Nguyen is a reporter for The Goods at Vox, covering internet & consumer trends. Not only do her articles cover on-trend topics that fly under the radar of mainstream media, they’re also imbued with a sense of cultural understanding that fosters constructive discussion and empathy. In today’s episode, Terry shares what it’s like to be a reporter, divulges the secret origins of her writing career, and discusse...
2021-02-171h 04
Eat Your CrustUndiagnosed ADHDTW: This episode contains stories of depression, suicide, and self-harm. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, commonly portrayed as an inability to sit still and concentrate. While that isn’t completely off base, the reality of ADHD, especially when undiagnosed, is much more complex. Our friend Carissa joins us today to share her experience with ADHD - she opens up about living with undiagnosed ADHD, navigating the confusing steps to getting a diagnosis, and unlearning the internalized shame and stigma in her ongoing journey to self...
2021-02-101h 04
Eat Your CrustThe Gen Z Cutoff (ft. Moving Oolong)There seems to be a lot of contention about exactly what year the cutoff is between Gen Z and Millenials... so we brought on some 1998 friends to confirm! Today we're excited to have Sally, Linda, and Ming from Moving Oolong come on to discuss whether they identify as Gen Z, what it was like to graduate on Zoom, and starting adulthood amidst a global pandemic. Sally, Linda, and Ming started Moving Oolong Podcast to share their stories and growing pains as recent college graduates from class of 2020. Their intersecting identities as Asian American women play a large r...
2021-02-0353 min
Eat Your CrustMy Very Own CondoHaving your own space is something we’ve dreamed about since we were young. Being a homeowner just means you get to decorate it the way you like……right? This week we invited our friend to walk us through the fun stuff, and not-so-fun stuff she’s experienced in the last few years of owning her own space. Put on your construction hats and get your mops ready for some drywall mishaps, cleaning tips, and other maintenance stories!Follow Laney on IG! @mu.laneydoodleFollow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us...
2021-01-2756 min
Eat Your CrustManifesting Your Dream Life (ft. Lillian So)Is your current life the "dream life" you've always envisioned for yourself? What's stopping you from becoming the "dream" you? We don't have these answers for you...so we brought on a very qualified friend to do so! Today we are so stoked to have on Lillian So - a life coach, personal trainer, and yoga therapist currently based in San Francisco. Not only does she explain the importance of identifying your most important intentions, she also walks us through how to make the dream life achievable. If you're a lost, anxious twenty-something (like us...
2021-01-201h 10
Eat Your CrustCheers to 2021!Happy New Year, and welcome to Season 3 of Eat Your Crust!!! Catch up with us in our episode on what we've been up to over our holiday break! We also share what we're excited for in 2021 (fair warning: some of them are a total nostalgia trip) and give you a sneak peek of what we have planned for Eat Your Crust this year ;) Follow us on IG! @eatyourcrustpodSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2021-01-1339 min
Eat Your CrustChristmas With My Asian FamilyHappy Holidays from ours to yours! This week we’re cozying up to talk about how our families celebrate the holidays. This will be our final episode for season 2! We will return in January 13th, 2021, well-rested and well-prepped for season 3. Thank you all so so much for supporting and spending time with us in 2020. Every message, follow, and listen means the world to us. See you soon ♡Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-12-0928 min
Eat Your CrustHeart On My Digital Sleeve (ft. Joelle Park)We kind of grow up alongside the content creators that we love. And for some of us, our favorite content creators are the ones who wear their heart on their sleeve. YouTuber Joelle Park has videos spanning over 7 years of her life. Her channel features everything from high school/college advice videos, heartfelt videos addressing important topics like racism and internalized misogyny, and goofy vlogs with her friends and family. Not only do we love her fun content, we love her for her raw, open vulnerability with her viewers. Today we discuss trends in media an...
2020-12-021h 03
Eat Your CrustMaking Time for Joy and GratitudeWhen life feels like it’s running a million miles per hour, taking care of the big things feels much more urgent than the little things. But often times, it’s the little things that bring the most joy! Inspired by Ingrid Joy Fetell Lee’s Joyful Planner, which encourages us to actively plan for joy rather than expect it to spontaneously stumble into our lives, we express our gratitude about the little things we’ve been doing in the past few months that have brought us joy. Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving from our families t...
2020-11-2551 min
Eat Your CrustAll About Birth ControlBirth control can be intimidating. There’s so many different shapes, sizes, and forms of use, not to mention the horror stories you hear through WebMD or your friends. Whether you see them as a pesky chore or a form of empowerment, it’s an essential part of many of our lives. Today we tackle our experiences with different types of birth control, any side effects we’ve experienced, and the involvement of our male partners in our BC journey! Follow us on IG @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social...
2020-11-1856 min
Eat Your CrustWhat Asian TV Taught Us About Gender ExpressionGender expression is often taught to us through things like TV shows, school uniform rules, or conversation with our parents. But when you grow up in between two different cultures, it can mean you’re exposed to double the stereotypes and expectations! Today we take a blast to the past to observe the various gender roles we’ve picked up through our favorite Asian dramas and celebrities, and explore how these portrayals translate to female empowerment and LGBTQ acceptance in society and our families. Our guest, Karen, is a fellow podcast host of her own show M...
2020-11-1148 min
Eat Your CrustTech Culture: Breaking Barriers (ft. Mayuko)Silicon Valley is the pinnacle of technology - so much so that you can’t go anywhere without being reminded of it! Whether it’s the tech company logos on everyone’s laptops or the constant conversations on which start-up will IPO next, tech culture imbues both work and personal life in the Bay Area. Today we are delighted to feature Mayuko Inoue, a Content Creator and Software Engineer who is breaking down barriers in tech culture. Not only does she demystify the world of tech in her informative YouTube videos, she also makes coding seem fun and chi...
2020-11-041h 09
Eat Your CrustTaking Care of my Well-BeingWhen we think about our well-being, we often think of our physical health. But wellness isn’t restricted to just exercise - it’s a combination of factors including your mental health, your social life, and many other aspects you wouldn’t have expected! Tune in to catch our chat about the 8 dimensions of wellness and our current health goals!Follow Krezia's wellbean account @growing.wellbeanFollow us on insta @eatyourcrustpodSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-10-281h 00
Eat Your CrustThe Secret Life of a Music Producer (ft. DiskQ)Ever look at your coworker and wonder if they have a secret online identity you never would have expected? Their ability to type up emails, code, or business plans could be hiding a whirlwind of talents. In today’s episode, Gina aka DiskQ shares her experience balancing her day job as a software engineer and her dream job as a music producer. If her dreamy bedroom pop songs and nostalgic 8bit tracks aren’t impressive enough, she has also performed in festivals like Joy Ruckus Club, alongside big-name artists like Eric Nam and f(x)’s Luna.
2020-10-2147 min
Eat Your CrustMaking Change: Voting & BeyondElection Day is coming up! If you can vote, please do. Not only is voting important for the Presidential race, it’s also crucial to pass propositions that can transform your state and community. And what about for those of us who can’t vote? Today we bring on two friends, Neil and Richard, to guide us through different ways we can make change, whether it’s through voting or through other means! Neil Park McClintick is a political organizer, current Chair of the grassroots coalition Cupertino for All, and former Poli Sci major at UC Berkeley joinin...
2020-10-141h 09
Eat Your CrustWe ♥ Asian MoviesTo celebrate our love for Asian movies, we are virtually attending the Asian American International Film Festival this year!! We give our love to the movies “Model” and “Stealing School” (yes, there are spoilers, but we’ll warn you first!) There’s still a few more days left in the festival and a TON of movies that are super interesting, so check it out and let us know what films you decide to watch :)Get tickets to AAIFF here:aaiff.org Follow us on insta! @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social...
2020-10-0743 min
Eat Your CrustSibling LoveToday we gather an only child, a younger sibling, and a middle child to talk about our various “siblingships” and how they affected different parts of our life.While different age gaps, personalities, and genders can completely transform the dynamic, one thing’s for sure - siblings have a huge impact during childhood and can help shape your preferences and personality! Follow us on insta! @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-09-3050 min
Eat Your CrustYes New FriendsIt feels like it used to be easier to make new friends when you were constantly meeting new people every year in classes or clubs. Now that we are (kind of) fully functioning adults, we invite our friend who has moved to a new city to talk about the various ways she was successful in making new friends in an unfamiliar place - including work functions, mutual friends, and Bumble BFF! Tune in to hear the ~vibes~ we look for when we make friends, and our first impressions of each other (from 6 years ago!!) Follow us on i...
2020-09-2357 min
Eat Your CrustAsian-American Cinema You Didn’t Know ExistedSecret confession: I had no idea that there were Asian-American movies prior to the launch of Crazy Rich Asians. Oops! If any of you are like me, you’ll be stoked to hear Wynton Wong, Head Programmer of the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) talk about groundbreaking Asian-American films that flew under the radar. Bonus content - we share our honest, unfiltered thoughts on Mulan o: AAIFF is a fantastic platform that not only celebrates historically significant films, but also showcases up-and-coming creatives that bring colorful, nuanced stories to our community (and are also just great mov...
2020-09-161h 10
Eat Your CrustMusic Transcends Language (ft. Aleebi)If you've ever used Spotify or YouTube to listen to music, you've probably stumbled upon a song in a language you don't know how to speak. But have you ever heard a song that features not just one, but 3 different languages?This week we chat with Crystal's high school friend Austin (aka Aleebi). He makes music in English, Korean, and Japanese and has garnered over 200,000 total streams on Spotify.Austin shares with us his experience as an Asian-American rapper in an increasingly global music market. What role does language play in self-expression? How can Asian...
2020-09-0959 min
Eat Your CrustMy Roommate Is My BoyfriendMoving in with your significant other is a BIG step. While living with your best friend and lover is a dream come true, it also requires lot of healthy communication and compromise behind the scenes. Tune in to catch our experiences with moving in with an SO straight out of college!Follow us on insta! @eatyourcrustpodSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-09-021h 03
Eat Your CrustLive, Laugh, EATWe don’t discriminate when it comes to food - whether it’s a homemade meal fresh from Mom’s kitchen, or a fancy night out with too many courses to count, we want it all!!! (Unless it’s rainbow bagels or bacon ice cream - that’s a firm no from both of us.) Join us today for a fun episode about our favorite meals and our food pet peeves. All foodies welcome! Follow us on insta! @eatyourcrustpodSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-08-2657 min
Eat Your CrustA Slice of Life as a Teacher in JapanCalling all travel lovers, budding teachers, and weaboos!Our guest today is a friend who is currently teaching English in Japan to high school students. He set off on this journey with images of playful school life and dreams of peaceful landscapes often depicted in anime, but does his 2-year adventure meet his expectations?! Today we chat about the JET program (Japanese Exchange and Teaching), the relationship between students and teachers in America vs. in Japan, and dealing with homesickness and culture shock! Follow us on insta! @eatyourcrustpodSupport the show...
2020-08-191h 07
Eat Your CrustAn Honest Conversation on SalariesDisclaimer: This episode focuses on Bay Area cost of living and average salaries. We recognize that location is a huge factor in the variance of salaries/pay rates. Parents often tell their kids not to talk about money because it’s rude, without explaining why they think it’s rude. But growing up, it’s not difficult to realize why having conversations about money are so awkward. In a capitalistic society where money = merit and money = power, we start to evaluate our own self-worth and happiness on money. Today we wanted to have an open, vulnerab...
2020-08-1252 min
Eat Your CrustYou're My Best (Online) Friend!When we were young, we were told not to give out any personal information on the Internet. But now, we pay strangers to drive us around, play games with strangers, and even go on dates with strangers! In today’s episode we dive beyond the “stranger danger” mentality to discuss the often stigmatized concept of online friends. While the beginning of the friendship may feel unconventional, sometimes online friends can be the most comfortable solace you never knew you needed.Fun fact (and light flex) about today’s guest - he’s diamond in Valorant and was onc...
2020-08-051h 01
Eat Your CrustNursing Amidst a PandemicWhen we think about Healthcare, we often think of doctors and surgeons running around (a la House or Grey’s). What’s often overlooked is the hard work put in by nurses, who play a vital role in protecting patients’ lives. Today we bring on two active RNs (registered nurses) working in the Emergency Department and the Medical Surgery Unit. As if being a nurse isn’t crazy enough, these two have experienced everything from PPE shortages, COVID-19 deniers, and dishonest patients in the past few months. Join us today to get an inside look on how COV...
2020-07-2953 min
Eat Your CrustNormalize Career ChangesBefore some of us are even 18 years old, we pick a major at college that determines our course load for the next 4 years. The classes we take and our halfway-complete degree lands us some internships that we accept to “gain experience” (aka slap some big names on our resume). Our internship experience kick-starts our professional adult career, often in the same path that we’ve been on since we were a teenager.For many of us, our 18-year old selves had a good enough guess of our skills and passions. For many of us, our 18-year old selves...
2020-07-221h 08
Eat Your CrustWhat's Been Sparking Joy?Catch up with us in today’s episode where we chat about small things that have been sparking joy for us lately! Grocery shopping tips and our thoughts on Twitch are an added plus 😉If you want to check Crystal out on Twitch: twitch.tv/crystaljSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-07-1554 min
Eat Your Crust#MeToo: Listening to WomxnCW: We discuss heavy topics such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, and r*pe culture in this episode.If you live in California, or are a big fan of video games, you may have seen the resurgence of the Me Too movement where many brave women are coming forward to share their story of sexual assault. Many of these women were assaulted by famous video game content creators, but many were made victims by their own friends and peers.While it is painful to hear accounts of sexual assault, we believe it’s imperative to ex...
2020-07-0857 min
Eat Your CrustLife Lessons With Cat Comics (ft. Susie Yi, @catandcatcomics)If you’ve ever stumbled upon Cat & Cat comics on Instagram, you’ve probably spent half an afternoon reading the stories of cute cats with BIG personalities. But don’t let the furry little things fool you - behind the round, wholesome art style belies life lessons and emotional healing that you didn’t even know you needed!Today we are super excited to feature the mastermind behind the beloved Cat & Cat comics - illustrator Susie Yi channels her passions for social justice and mental health awareness through her art, featuring her own pets and incorporating whimsical elements...
2020-07-011h 13
Eat Your CrustImposter SyndromeAs a young, fresh new grad straight out of college, starting your first adult job can feel like a strange experience. When the unfamiliarity and self-doubt persists, it can manifest in Impostor Syndrome, which is the thought that you are undeserving or incompetent, and thus a “fraud” or “impostor”. Whether these feelings come from something you can’t control, something that comes with time, or something that should be changed, we walk through our personal experiences with Impostor Syndrome and how we fight it (or at least, try to).Support the showFollow us on socia...
2020-06-241h 04
Eat Your Crust#BLM: Becoming Better AlliesThe Asian-American community has often been criticized for staying quiet. Not only is this visible in our low political engagement or silence in the face of flagrant social problems, our complicity (inadvertent or not) is also quite strikingly symbolized in Officer Tou Thao’s complicity in the murder of George Floyd. While this movement has motivated a lot of Asian-Americans to take action, the various methods of support have received some criticism, including call-outs of performative allyship and stealing the spotlight from the black community. Today we discuss the different forms of support we’ve seen i...
2020-06-1735 min
Eat Your Crust#BLM: Asians Calling Out Asians (including ourselves)On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by a white cop as an Asian-American officer and two others stood by without intervening. This is not an isolated incident - this is just one example of how the American justice system has failed the black community time and time again. To us, the Asian-American officer who stood by watching, is also a symbol. Anti-blackness has been rampant in the Asian-American community for a long time. We want to help change that. Through one uncomfortable conversation at a time, including a conversation with ourselves to reflect on our own racial b...
2020-06-0356 min
Eat Your CrustDoes the Asian American Sex Talk ExistAsian parents don’t seem to give their kids the “sex talk” like typical parents in American movies. In fact, the entire topic of sex (and even dating) can be taboo, with the exception of very vague advice or discouragement. So where does that leave us? Today we discuss the Asian-American version of a “sex talk” and explore how our parents’ relationship impacts our understanding of love. Follow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-05-271h 04
Eat Your CrustWhat Type of Gamer Are You?Whether you just started playing Animal Crossing three weeks ago, or you’re a seasoned veteran with more hours of play time than dollars in your bank account, you’re still a gamer in our eyes!Today we chat about the thought process behind game development, the different types of gamers, and morality/inclusivity in the gaming industry.Follow Destin on Twitter @dustythesnowman Instagram @dustythesnowmanFollow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-05-2057 min
Eat Your CrustHappy Hour Q&AIt’s Eat Your Crust’s first birthday, and...our 50th episode!! Come celebrate with us in this Happy Hour Q&A where we share our podcast back story, our most emotional moments during quarantine, and our love languages.Thank you to everyone who submitted questions!!Follow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-05-1353 min
Eat Your CrustLet's Talk About K-Pop!Calling all K-Pop fans and music lovers to the stand! We brought on two of our resident K-Pop experts to discuss stan culture, the different expectations of artists in Korea, and what going “mainstream” REALLY means in the US. Also, exciting announcement - next week will be Eat Your Crust’s 50th episode (and unofficial 1 year anniversary)!!! To celebrate, we’re popping the champagne, cutting the cake, and asking YOU for some questions! If you'd like to send a question anonymously, click here and we will answer it on our upcoming episode. You can also shoot us...
2020-05-061h 00
Eat Your CrustAdoption is LoveAfter listening to this episode, you will lose all preconceptions you had about adoption. This week’s guest grew up as a Chinese-American adoptee in Minnesota, had KBBQ for the first time in college (!!!), and wouldn’t trade her wacky adoptive family for the world. Join us for a heartwarming and hilarious talk on adoption and good parenting! Follow Eve @eve_crabbe96 Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Thank you Mei for the wonderful topic suggestion!! Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-04-2953 min
Eat Your CrustThe Hustle Behind the Music (Ft. Drew Phomvongsa)Behind every great artist is an even greater A&R team ;-) As a lifelong musician himself, Drew Phomvongsa has worked shoulder to shoulder with artists like Alexander Lewis and Manila Killa to help shape and develop their sound. In today’s episode, Drew shares what it’s like to be an insider in the music industry, how he got his foot in the door (hint: savvy networking, lots of courage, and parties!!), and his thoughts on Asian-American artists committing cultural appropriation. Follow Drew @drewurl Follow Eat Your Crust @eatyourcrustpod Support the show
2020-04-2259 min
Eat Your CrustSelf-Care, Self-Love, Self-ImprovementQuarantine and social distancing means your best friends are me, myself, and I. Is being alone with your thoughts for 30 days in a row terrifying? Maybe. But these plan-free weekends are the perfect opportunity to explore new avenues of growth and practice constructive self-care! Hop along for the ride as we talk about our self-care practices, FOMO, and less talked-about types of self-improvement! Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-04-151h 09
Eat Your Crust#GIRLTALK: The Relationship TimelineYour favorite series strikes again!!! This week we spill some juicy secrets about thirst-trapping, dating close friends (or complete strangers!), and handling emotional conversations about racism/sexism with your boo. Tune in to find out whether sex comes before hand-holding in our ideal relationship timeline! Follow Jane @jane_e_kim Visit Jane at janeekim.com Follow Gina @diskqmusic Visit Gina at soundcloud.com/diskq Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-04-0858 min
Eat Your CrustBehind the Camera as an Asian-American Woman (ft. Grace Kim)Did you relate more to Antman than you did to Crazy Rich Asians? Ever feel like Joy Luck Club didn’t represent your Asian-American identity? Today we bring on up-and-coming filmmaker Grace Kim to discuss the creative pressure to “represent” the community, her journey into film, and the intersectional struggles she faced along the way. As finalist for the Horizon award at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and a Viacom Viewfinder Program fellow, Grace is quite an exciting character to follow - keep an eye out for her upcoming projects Heart Tick Kaboom and Fissura! Fol...
2020-04-011h 16
Eat Your CrustSocially Distant and WFHIt’s Day 8 since the governor of California announced mandatory shelter-in-place. We no longer have to commute to work, but in place we have back pain, carpal tunnel, and this insatiable urge to snack?! This week, we discuss our personal best (and most toxic) WFH practices and share what it’s like to be in lockdown with your family or your boo! Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-03-2556 min
Eat Your CrustThe Christian, the Ex-Christian, and the AgnosticA devout Christian, an ex-Christian, and a religious explorer walk into a bar. And they record a podcast episode! On this episode, we explore our personal journeys with Christianity/religion, discuss why so many Asian-Americans are Christian, and share the unique challenges (and perks!) of being religious in the modern day. Follow Hairol @hairol.ma Follow Resonate Fremont @resonatefremont Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod NOTES: Link to Asian-American religious distribution stats Link to Asian religious distribution statsSupport the showFollow us on social m...
2020-03-181h 16
Eat Your CrustNo, I Don't Have CoronavirusIt’s been impossible to have a conversation in the past few weeks without the word Coronavirus - and rightfully so, COVID-19 has been causing panic (and mass TP shortages) worldwide with its high contagion factor. Today we discuss the social impact of the fast-spreading virus. What’s worse, the fear-mongering on social media, the lack of adequate government response, or the rampant increase in xenophobic incidents?Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-03-111h 00
Eat Your CrustWhite-Washed AsiansWhat the hell does being white-washed even mean?! Today we dive deep into what makes someone seem “white-washed”, our personal journeys on accepting our cultural identity, and the social phenomenon of WMAF (White Male Asian Female) couples.Follow us on Instagram @eatyourcrustpodSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-03-0452 min
Eat Your CrustCollege Parties (& Raves!)Another party episode! This week we reminisce about our college partying days with two of our biggest party animal friends, disclosing our thoughts party etiquette, sharing our favorite drinking essentials, and exploring why Asian-Americans love raves so damn much. Tune in to find out how to party smart (and be a good guest, to boot!) Follow us on Instagram @eatyourcrustpod Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2020-02-261h 01
Eat Your CrustDon't You Know That You're Toxic?Toxicity is a monster that manifests in many forms (and, unfortunately, isn't as hot or catchy as Britney Spears circa 2003). Whether it manifests in incompatible friendships, unhealthy cultural values, or pure self-sabotage, toxicity is always both a pain point and an opportunity for growth. In this episode, we get up close and vulnerable to explore the idea of toxicity in our friendships and ourselves. This week's guest, Natalie, actually opens up about her tumultuous 14 year friendship with Jeesoo and we reflect on how friendships can evolve, change, and adapt as we grow.Follow Natalie's Shiba Inu on...
2020-02-1956 min
Eat Your CrustThe Balancing Act: Start-Ups & Sustainability (ft. Michelle Zhu, Huue Inc)There’s a balance between not working hard enough and working too hard. There’s also a balance between carefully making an informed decision, and being cripplingly risk-averse. In the start-up space, balance is crucial. This week we invite Michelle, CEO of startup Tinctorium Bio, to chat about how she finds balance in her life and explore how she took the leap of faith into co-founding a start-up. Michelle and her co-founder Tammy seek to provide a sustainable alternative to the harmful (and pollutant!) indigo dye in denim. Tinctorium Bio has been featured in global publications such as Ne...
2020-02-1254 min
Eat Your CrustTikTok Queens and Twitch StreamsHere’s the Gen Z daily routine: Wake up and immediately tweet about your dream. Work out by learning (or struggling to learn) TikTok dances. Fall asleep to the sweet sound of a Twitch streamer’s maniacal clicking. NAH, we’re just kidding. But we did bring on our resident Gen Z expert, Yane, to discuss the evolution of mainstream media, especially the rise of streaming culture and the mystifying success of bathwater-selling e-girls!Follow Yane on Instagram @yanedere_Follow Yane on Twitch @yanedereFollow Yane on Twitter @yanedere_Follow Eat Your Crust @eat...
2020-02-0554 min
Eat Your CrustMaking It Big (Ft. Alvin Zhou, Buzzfeed's Tasty)Behind the 10 second Tasty videos that filled your Facebook news feed, and the Making It Big series on YouTube that you always end up clicking (a 100-egg omelette? whaaaat?!), there are dreams of a young Asian-American boy who defied traditional expectations to achieve his dream. There’s countless all-nighters in a dark dorm room, slaving over every split-second edit of the clips. Oh, and there’s a borrowed DSLR that kick-started his whole career, too :)This week we are excited to have Alvin Zhou from Tasty to talk about his unconventional journey to Making It Big!...
2020-01-291h 03
Eat Your CrustHello 2020Your favorite podcast Eat Your Crust is back for SEASON 2!!! 2019 was a crazy year for your hosts Crystal and Jeesoo - it was a year full of transition, growth, and balance. Juggling our first full-time jobs with having a social life, running our podcast, and getting enough sleep has been a wild adventure but we wouldn’t have traded it for the world. Let us brighten up your commute as we reflect on our 2019, laugh about some of our most memorable episodes, and give a sneak peek into the amazing things we have planned for 2020!Bri...
2020-01-2252 min
Eat Your CrustSocial Anxiety - Just Me?How come it seems like everyone else in the world is totally comfortable meeting and talking to complete strangers? For Crystal and I, it takes a few pep talks, a close friend, or social lubricant (cough cough alcohol) before we feel more confident in unfamiliar social situations. Hopefully it’s not just us! Follow us along on our throwback to our antisocial freshman days to our journey in managing our shyness 🙂Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-12-1846 min
Eat Your CrustAdulting 101Paying for insurance, cooking meals for yourself, and budgeting... WTF?! Starting to feel a little scammed, we definitely thought adulting meant you just had to go to work instead of school. Today we talk about our clumsy navigation through the world of adulting - with or without our parents! Follow us on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter for special content: @eatyourcrustpod Visit our awesome website: eatyourcrust.com Send us an email (we always respond!): eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-12-1156 min
Eat Your CrustACCEPTED: Med School ✅Fulfilling your Asian tiger mom's fantasies of becoming a doctor ain't easy - especially when you need a 4.0, tons of volunteer experience, a perfect MCAT score, and flawless essays that paint you as a unique, intelligent applicant. Or maybe...you just need a brilliant girlfriend to keep you on track during the whole process?! Today we dive into the path of prepping for and getting into med school!Follow us on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter for special content: @eatyourcrustpod Visit our awesome website: eatyourcrust.com Send us an email (we always respond!): eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com
2019-12-041h 04
Eat Your CrustMom, I’m Gonna Be A Rapper (ft. Son of Paper)The ultimate Asian-American trap: your parents force you to learn piano for 8 years, but act surprised when you pursue music as a career 🤔 Today we bring on Kyle (aka Son of Paper) to discuss the journey of becoming a full-time rapper as an Asian-American! Follow him on instagram: @sonofpaper Follow us on instagram for special content: @eatyourcrustpod Visit our awesome website, shoot us a DM on our Twitter, or send us an email to eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com :) Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-11-2750 min
Eat Your CrustHow to Quit Your First JobQuitting your first job requires (a) courage to "break up" with your manager; (b) stamina to schedule in job-hunting time into your already busy week; (c) stealth and creativity to attend interviews during your workweek. Tune in to hear how we quit our first full-time jobs (and more importantly, the struggle to land our second full-time jobs)!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-11-2053 min
Eat Your CrustSolo Travel & Foreign RomancesTraveling alone may seem daunting, but there’s tons of perks - you can perfectly curate your schedule, save money on lodging, and fully immerse in the moment without any inhibitions. Join us as we invite our friend who solo traveled for two months (!!) and had some magical movie moments along the way.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-11-1352 min
Eat Your CrustA Subtle Asian Dating Love StorySubtle Asian Traits has taken over our Facebook newsfeeds ever since its boom in popularity last year. Today, it’s almost an empire, serving as one of the biggest sources of Asian-American memes, subculture groups, and...dating profiles???Today we brought on a couple who met and fell in love through Subtle Asian Dating (yes, it really can happen) - and their story makes you want to believe in love again :’) Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-11-061h 01
Eat Your CrustWARNING: This Episode is HauntedIt’s spooky season! In the spirit (ha ha) of Halloween, we share our supernatural experiences and stories of living in haunted houses. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-10-3048 min
Eat Your CrustHello World: The Life of a Software EngineerEver wanted to earn 6 figures straight out of college? AKA, ever wondered what it’s like to be a software engineer? Explore a FAANG (the CS Big Five!) Software Engineer’s journey from school, to his first internship, to his first full-time job! His interview/resume tips and thoughts on the classic engineer stereotypes are a bonus ;)Special Notes:HackerRankLeetCodeCracking the Coding InterviewIntern SupplyGlassDoorr/CSCareerQuestionsSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-10-2351 min
Eat Your CrustAsian (American) Beauty StandardsAs Asian Americans, we find that it is sometimes difficult to express ourselves. Are we too Asian or are we too American? One thing's for sure - Asians have gained more visibility in popular culture and media in the past few years. Asian American identity has become stronger and we are beginning to create our own niche of style and beauty. Listen in on our conversation about recognizing our differences, learning to love ourselves, and growing comfortable in our own skin.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-10-1652 min
Eat Your CrustModern Romance: Tinder & the Friend ZoneGone is the era of long romantic courtship - hello, dating apps! Today we brought on our two most SINGLE friends to get the tea on dating apps, first date dos and don’ts, and the Friend Zone.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-10-0956 min
Eat Your CrustHome Is Where The Heart IsEver drive by your old neighborhood and creepily stare at your childhood home? We definitely do! Take a trip down memory lane with us as we talk about our favorite childhood memories that shaped our current personalities. Hear about Crystal’s first time back in her hometown in 13 years and Jeesoo’s precious memories of her bustling childhood home. You can also listen to us cry about showering in cold water for 3 months in our ratchet apartment in college!Follow us @eatyourcrustpod on insta for some exclusive content ;-) And of course, feel free to sa...
2019-10-0243 min
Eat Your CrustThe Post-Grad Survival Guide (Part 2): Grad School?!There’s three paths you can take after graduation - jumping straight into employment, extending your education through grad school, or… living on a farm?! Today we talk about how to know if you should go to grad school and how to keep your head in the game while preparing for graduate school entrance exams.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-09-2545 min
Eat Your CrustThe Post-Grad Survival Guide (Part 1)During college, all we wanted was to graduate. But now that we’ve been out of college for a year and a half, the excitement of the post-grad life is fading and the realities of adulthood are settling in. Today we share our very own POST-GRAD SURVIVAL GUIDE: how to ace job interviews, manage your time, and stay healthy as a new grad.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-09-1845 min
Eat Your CrustWelcome To The LDR ClubLong Distance Relationships have a bad rap. Some people even have personal rules against LDRs and consider them to be the equivalent of a breakup. But we’re here to defend them - LDRs are underrated! Everyone go get yourself an LDR. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-09-1154 min
Eat Your CrustFriend Groups 101Every friend group has the responsible one, the flaky one, and the one who is ALWAYS down to do stuff. Our friend group is no different :) Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-09-0443 min
Eat Your CrustThe Boyfriend SpecialWe brought on Jeesoo’s “roommate” and Crystal’s “special friend” for a discussion on our personal relationship dos and don’ts! Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-08-2849 min
Eat Your CrustSpoiled Kids & Rock PillowsSorry in advance for some of the hiccups in the audio quality - we tried recording an online call for this week! Thanks for listening and supporting :) When friendship is long distance, it can be hard to be up to date with their lives. Today we catch up with our friend about pillows, East Coast Asians, and how our childhood/siblings affect the number of kids we want.P.S. Rock pillows are a thing!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-08-2140 min
Eat Your Crust#GIRLTALK: What Dating Has Taught MeAaaand we’re back with your favorite series…. #GIRLTALK! Today we chat about what dating has taught us - whether it’s learning about our personal needs as a girlfriend or discovering our clinginess levels, we’ve become better people thanks to the relationships we’ve experienced along the way. So here’s to our exes (thank u, next), our boyfriends, and undiscovered love that awaits us in the future!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-08-1444 min
Eat Your CrustStudents, Let's Get That Bread!By some chance, we aced our interview and got accepted into an on-campus job in college. We tried to learn as much as we could through our mentors, made our first co-worker friends, and learned to juggle studying (and partying) with 8am shifts. And because of these student jobs, we became much more prepared for our first post-grad jobs!Today we talk about our first job struggles and professional tips we picked up while at Taco Bell, DocuSign, supply chain shipping centers, and even university call centers.Support the showFollow us on...
2019-08-0747 min
Eat Your CrustGoal-Setters And Go-GettersAmidst the noise of everyday life, we are always striving to improve ourselves - whether it’s spending less money, learning guitar, or getting better at Fortnite ;) Join us as we talk about our biggest goal successes and failures, from the most serious goals to some silly ones!*NOTES*12:10 The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up - shoutout to Jeesoo’s friend Yane for recommending this book and changing her life!!!25:50 SMART Goals are a great way of ensuring your goals are realistic and achievable!28:33 OKRs - Objectives & Key Results: a way of planning obje...
2019-07-3142 min
Eat Your CrustThe Year of Asian MoviesThis past year has been amazing for Asian American representation in mainstream media. With awesome recent news (congrats to Simu Liu for getting a lead role for the first Asian Marvel super hero!) and some great high profile movies, this is only the beginning for us.This week we chat about Crazy Rich Asians, To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, and Always Be My Maybe.*NOTES*2:44 Lucy Liu who was one of the most prominent Asian Americans in mainstream media around the 90s and early 2000s. Greatly known for her role in...
2019-07-2434 min
Eat Your CrustLove, Your Immigrant ParentsOur parents are superheroes. One morning, after long deliberation, they decided they wanted a better life for their families and packed their bags, trading in their comfortable lives for challenging ones. They conquered the difficulty of an unfamiliar language, navigated the brand new culture, and explored countless communities to fit into the new country. They left behind their parents, their loved ones, their closest friends. They are immigrants, and they are our everyday inspirations. Today we dive deep into our parents’ immigration journeys, and discuss our experiences growing up with immigrant parents - from everything to being emb...
2019-07-1753 min
Eat Your CrustLet's Go Out!We've made it to episode 10! A perfect excuse to go out and celebrate (':Join us today on our very special episode, where we chat about going out, fantasize about our ideal night out, and share tips about how to avoid peer pressure, pace yourself through the night, and fit in when you’re a lightweight.Just a warning - in all of our vacay-happiness and bliss of hitting the big 10, this episode contains a lot of ratchet stories and way more cussing than usual. (Sorry!)*NOTES*04:45 “yak and rally” is bas...
2019-07-1054 min
Eat Your CrustWhy Can't You Be More Like ________?When you’re growing up, family friend parties are a major part of weekends - especially the huge holiday dinners where everyone brings a special dish, kids are forced to play piano, and parents brag about their kids’ most recent achievements. Family friends are also the people your parents always seem to compare you to, especially that damn John kid who quadruple-majored at Harvard and invented the cure to cancer. Join us today where we talk about family friend dinners, being compared to other kids, and getting drunk at holiday parties.Visit us at eatyourcrust.com for spec...
2019-07-0343 min
Eat Your CrustA Day In The Life of PassionMost newly working adults could probably relate - after the fluttering unfamiliarity of your first adult job dissipates, your 9-6 work schedule (how is that even legal anyways?!) with your 2-3 hour commute (which is terrible for your back) leaves you with no energy to do anything else except scroll through social media for 3 hours on your couch until you finally drag yourself to go shower. Trying to fit in all of your errands and housework on the weekends is easy enough, until you realize you need to leave time to hang out with your friends, hit the gym...
2019-06-2640 min
Eat Your CrustHow Extra(verted) Are You?Whether you’re the party animal, or the homebody, we’re right there with ya! An extravert, an introvert, and an ambivert battle it out on today’s episode where we explore how our personality affects our daily life.Here's the website with the questions we used!Note: Apparently extravert is not spelled "extrovert" according to this article.Visit us at eatyourcrust.com for special content.Reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta, twitter, facebook, or email us at eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com !Support the showFollow us on social...
2019-06-1947 min
Eat Your CrustDamn, I Need Some TherapyIf taking care of your mental health wasn’t hard enough, fighting the stigma of therapy is another layer of stress that many Asian-Americans can relate to. Today we open up to each other about our personal journeys with mental health. Content Warning: We will be discussing sensitive topics such as mental illness, therapy, and various manifestations of anxiety (OCD/ED/GAD).Visit us at eatyourcrust.com for special content.Reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta, twitter, facebook, or email us at eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com !Support the showFo...
2019-06-1248 min
Eat Your Crust#GIRLTALK: Red FlagsRed flags aren’t always easy to spot, especially when you’re blinded by love. Join us four girls for our first ever #GIRLTALK where we talk about qualities we look for in men, red flags to watch out for, and what to do when a friend is in a toxic relationship.Let us know if you like this episode so we can do more!Visit us at eatyourcrust.com for special content.Reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta, twitter, facebook, or email us at eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com !Support the show
2019-06-051h 07
Eat Your CrustA Little Privacy PLSFind My Friends, Facebook ads, spam calls… They’re always watching you! Today we talk about how to find that perfect sweet spot between technology and privacy (if it even exists).*NOTES*16:13 “websites where you type in your name and address comes up” - Spokeo is one of the more well-known sites that store such information. 18:55 Facebook scandal is referring to what started with the Cambridge Analytica scandal, and has grown into a whole debacle over what companies can and can't do (and what they actually are doing) with our individua...
2019-05-2952 min
Eat Your CrustInsta-ntly AddictedOur generation basically grew up as the Internet did too. Was the Internet your first friend? Did you grow up addicted, or deprived? And now, as adults, how do you utilize your social media?This week we explore how we grew up with (un)limited internet access. We also chat about instas, finstas, baby instas, and ads in social media. Visit us at eatyourcrust.com for special content or reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta, twitter, facebook, or gmail - let us know how many snapchat streaks (fire) you have or what your favorite t...
2019-05-2251 min
Eat Your CrustMoving Out... Or NotIt's time to move out from your parents' home and be independent! Or maybe not... And how do you make a house a home anyway?This week we chat about navigating our post-grad lives in different living situations: with parents, with a roommate, or just all by your lonesome.*NOTES*2:06 "ST" is referring to a family-owned mexican restaurant in the town we live in. One of our favorite spots to grab a cheap and delicious super burrito.2:05 &various "2K" we are referring to the wildly popular basketball game NBA 2k19. Visit us a...
2019-05-1548 min
Eat Your CrustWelcome, FriendF is for friends who do stuff together...jk, it’s for friends who are comfortable doing nothing together. On this week's episode we discuss what it means to be a good friend, what to expect from friends, and how your relationship status affects your friendships.Feel free to visit us at eatyourcrust.com or reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta, twitter, facebook, or gmail!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod
2019-05-0932 min