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Psychology of Music Podcast6. Tang - Cultural selfhoodJohnathon Tang is researching the impact that individual differences have on the way that we experience music. To attend her Music Cognition Matters presentation 13:00 BST, 26/05/23: https://mus-cog-matters.glitch.me/(To join a meeting, click on the Calendar link at the top. Once you see the calendar, click on the appropriate event, then “More details”) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-2416 minWater Colors Aquarium GalleryApril Fools: Stupidest FishJust when you thought we weren’t going to release an episode this week, we pull a fast one. In this episode of the podcast, Johnathon Butkus from Oase joins the Water Colors Team in sharing our stories of the stupidest fish we’ve ever met. Some of them are just so stupid we don’t understand why they even exist and some of them are so stupid that we can’t help but love them.
Fishes Mentioned in This Episode:
– Polar blue cichlid (Amphilophus citrinellus x Paraneetroplus synspilus x Amatitlania nigrofasciata)
– Banana convict cichlid (Archocentrus nanoluteus)
– Blood parrot c...
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Tofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode 42 - Being There for Each Other with Arnav RoyFriendchip Series Season Finale - This week's episode is the series finale of the Friendchip Series and features a special guest Arnav "Arnie" Roy. Arnie is the host of the Grateful Living Podcast and a new friend of ours. He is a mental health advocate who publishes weekly episodes to inspire you to be the best you that you can be. He is also a youtuber sharing moments of his life through fun and entertaining vlogs. We thought it would be a great opportunity for Arnie to share his experiences, regrets, and more when its comes to the importance...
2021-07-2648 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #41 - Maintaining FriendshipsFriendchips Series Part 2 - In this episode, we share our yin/yang of the week and then dive into an open discussion about the difficulties in maintaining friendships as we age. As we get older, careers, responsibilities and changing priorities cause many of us to drift apart. We hope you enjoy this fun conversation and thank you for the constant support. Please share any feedback you have!
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2021-07-1948 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #40 - The Importance of FriendshipsFriendchips Series Part 1 - Welcome to the Friendchips Series! Over the last 1.5 years, we've seen an increase in loneliness due to restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic (which were much needed!). In today's episode we explain why friendships are important to us, why we seek and build friendships, how it makes us feel as individuals, and what we look for when making new friends. Prioritizing these friendships not only has a direct link to a longer life, but the sense of community will also increase the quality. We hope you enjoy the episode and appreciate all of the feedback you...
2021-07-1235 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #39 - Badass Ocean Activists You Need to Know About Right NowEmpty Ocean Season Finale - In this week's episode, Asia and I list out our top 5 favorite badass ocean activists and explain why we chose these 5 to highlight. With their diverse backgrounds, platforms, and forms of activism - we truly think each of these resources provide helpful insight and share firsthand what is occurring in our oceans. We hope you all enjoy the episode, and make sure to check out additional resources and links below!
1. Madison Stewart aka Shark Girl Madison
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharkgirlmadison/
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2021-06-2941 minTofu Talk PodcastEp. 38 "Dead Zone" In The Gulf of Mexico?!Empty Ocean Series Part 2 - In this episode, we wanted to discuss a recent event that is having a devastating effect on our oceans. The "Dead Zone" that has been appearing in the Gulf of Mexico over the last 50 years has repeatedly reached record size in recent years due to a 30% higher increase in nitrogen and phosphorus from the Mississippi river runoff. We share our experiences handling the increase in climate tragedies and address some steps to deal with climate anxiety. We hope you all enjoy the episode because we sure enjoyed recording it!
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2021-06-1431 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #37 - Diving Into Seaspiracy: Initial Thoughts and ReviewEmpty Ocean Series Part 1 - Welcome to the Empty Ocean Series! We thought it would be a great idea to kickstart this series by sharing a review and our thoughts on the popular and recently released film Seaspiracy. Seaspiracy is a 2021 documentary film about the environmental impact of fishing directed by and starring Ali Tabrizi, a British filmmaker. The film examines various human impacts on marine life and advocates for ending fish consumption. Lastly, we provide a few action steps for ourselves and our society in order to make a meaningful impact on our planet. Please leave a rating...
2021-06-0845 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #37 - Diving Into Seaspiracy: Initial Thoughts and ReviewEmpty Ocean Series Part 1 - Welcome to the Empty Ocean Series! We thought it would be a great idea to kickstart this series by sharing a review and our thoughts on the popular and recently released film Seaspiracy. Seaspiracy is a 2021 documentary film about the environmental impact of fishing directed by and starring Ali Tabrizi, a British filmmaker. The film examines various human impacts on marine life and advocates for ending fish consumption. Lastly, we provide a few action steps for ourselves and our society in order to make a meaningful impact on our planet. Please leave a rating...
2021-06-0745 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #36 - Growing the Vegan Community with Erica Korff (@Vegan_Kween)Innovation Series Finale - In today's episode we had the opportunity to sit down and chat with the one and only Erica Korff aka Vegan Kween! Erica is the founder of @vegan_kween and has been vegan since October of 2016. She has made it her mission to break the stereotype that eating & living vegan is difficult to do. Always being a bit of a foodie, Erica quickly adapted to a vegan diet by finding substitutes and goodies that were too delicious and colorful to not share on Instagram and her website. Her passion is helping people find their...
2021-05-3049 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #35 - Mylk? Almond Juice? Soy Drink?Innovation Series Part 2 - In part 2 of the innovation series we share with you our thoughts on the wording that is used plant based alternatives. Recently in the European Union, Amendment 171 also known a the Dairy Pride Act was tabled by the department of agriculture and rural development. This legislature will make it the vocabulary used in many plant based alternatives illegal to be used (example: Alternative to milk). We dive into the who, what, when, where, and why of this amendment, and share with you the impacts it may have on the plant based industry worldwide.
2021-05-2432 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #34 - Would You Eat Lab Grown Meat?Innovation Series Part 1 - Would You Eat Lab Grown Meat? In the premiere of the Innovation Series, we discuss plant based trends in the food industry and how innovation plays a critical role in exposing individuals to this sustainable and humane food system. We kick it off with our Yin/Yang of the week and then dive into a conversation about food innovation that we hope you'll all enjoy! Please leave us a rating/review over on Apple and don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family! Contact us @TofutalkPod on Instagram!
2021-05-1752 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #33 - Changing the Narrative on Movement and Nutrition with Dan KenaryRising Up Series Finale - In today's episode we have a good friend and supporter of the show Dan Kenary with us today. Dan is a graduate of Bridgwater State University in Exercise Science and Nutrition and Merrimack College for Masters in Exercise and Sports Science with a fellowship as a strength and conditioning coach at Boston College. Dan teaches Nutrition at Anna Maria College in Paxton, MA. He is also the founder of Dan Kenary Performance which is an online exercise and nutrition coaching platform where he customizes plans through educating them through the process. Lastly, he is...
2021-05-1030 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #32 - Moving For Your MindRising Up Series Part 2 - In episode 2 of the Rising Up Series, we wanted to share with you our thoughts on the relationship between physical and mental health. Through our experiences, physical health and activity makes an impact on our mental well-being everyday and we passionately believe that in order to "rise up" and create a better life for yourself, its important to have an understanding of this relationship. Physical activity looks different to all of us, it can be as extreme as running a marathon or as simple as a morning stretch, but the impact on our mental...
2021-05-0327 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #31 - Rising up w/ Rima Sheehab (Rising Up Series)Rising Up Series Part 1 - We are premiering this series with a special guest while we are out in San Diego! In this episode, we sit down with Rima Sheehab (@RiseWithRima on instagram and Asia's sister) as we discuss the importance of creating systems in order to achieve your goals and flourish in any environment. Rima recently began documenting her fitness journey, but has been constantly improving her health over the last 5 years and shares how she has able to create a lifestyle that is sustainable to her individual needs and goals. We hope you all enjoy the episode...
2021-04-2756 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #30 - Riding the Wave w/Connor Dever (Cultivating Creativity Series Finale)Cultivating Creativity Series Finale - In the finale of the "Cultivating Creativity" Series, we had the opportunity to sit down and chat with longtime friend and full-time videographer/creative Connor Dever (based in San Diego). This interview has us learning from Connor about the creative process, free-lance career, and emotional impact of creativity, but leaves us inspired by his unwavering work ethic to make his dream into a reality. If you're looking for an example of somebody who took the unconventional route and is "riding the wave" make sure to tune into this episode. Also check us out @TofuTalkPod...
2021-04-1826 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #29 - Reclaiming Childhood CreativityCultivating Creativity Series Part 2 - As we get older and face new challenges it's easy to lose the creativity we once had as children. In this episode, we talk about the importance of maintaining creativity throughout your life and how to reclaim your creativity if you lose it. We share our experiences and the different challenges we faced and how to actively work towards reclaiming your childhood creativity. Thank you for your support and check us out on instagram @TofuTalkPod!
2021-04-1238 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #28 - Creativity and ConfidenceCultivating Creativity Series Part 1 - In part 1 of the Cultivating Creativity series, we wanted to get personal and share with you our thoughts and experiences when it comes to self-expression and creativity. Asia poses a great question, "Which comes first: creativity or confidence?" which leads to an intriguing conversation. Thank you for your support and if you enjoyed the episode connect with us @TofuTalk on instagram!
2021-04-0433 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #27 - Exploring Veganism, Activism, and Social Media w/Kayla Kaplan (How to Act Series Finale)How to Act Series Finale - In the finale of the "How to Act" series, Kayla Kaplan M.S. (she/her) aka @VeggieKayla on instagram, joins the show to discuss all things veganism, activism, and social media related. In addition to being a wonderful human being, Kayla is the Co-CEO of @TheVeganZine and also co-host of the @Foodspacepod! She is an anti-oppression vegan and believes strongly in the need for intersectional advocacy for collective liberation. We discuss the introduction to Kayla's choice to go vegan and how it was deeply rooted in her Jewish culture, our individual thoughts on...
2021-03-2957 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #26 - Connecting the dotsHow to Act series Part 2 - In part 2 of the How to Act series we reflect on how our decision to go vegan opened our eyes to the plethora of social justice issues that are going on and how all of these issues are interconnected. We define intersectional veganism, cultural appropriation within the food blogging industry, and explain why silence can speak louder than words. Thank you for your continued support! Please leave us a rating and review on Apple podcasts and contact us @TofuTalkPod on Instagram.
2021-03-2233 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #25 - What is Activism? (How to Act Series)How to Act Series Part 1 - In part 1 of this series, we introduce the topic, provide our high-level understanding of what activism is, and share action steps you can take to get involved. With all of the issues going on around the world, it can sometimes feel like what we do as individuals is not enough which can lead us to inaction towards these causes. We share how we choose what causes to focus our time towards and how the growing popularity surrounding social media has led to an increase in activism and also allowed us to play a...
2021-03-1431 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #24 - Stop Asian Hate CrimesPSA: Stop Asian Hate Crimes. Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been a massive increase in Asian American Hate Crimes. In 2019, roughly 200 hate crimes were reported. That number has skyrocketed to 3000 since the beginning of the coronavirus due to dangerous rhetoric utilized by political leaders. In this episode, we discuss the recent rise in hate crimes, share our own experiences dealing with hate crimes, talk about why our communities need help, and share resources to help educate and inform ourselves and our audience about the ways we can help these communities. Check out the sources below and...
2021-02-2825 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #23 - Are you an environmentalist?Welcome to part 3 of The Side Effect Series! Every wonder how much of an impact your lifestyle has on the environment? In this episode, we discuss how a vegan lifestyle helped us become more aware of the impact we had on the environment and share plenty of experiences, facts, and resources to help emphasize the importance of this issue.
Helpful Links:
@earthrise.studio
@intersectionalenvironmentalist
@chicksforclimate
@venetialamanna
@ssustainably_
@jackharries
@earthlinged
2021-02-2233 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #22 - Communicating Your Choice with Family and Friends (Side Effect Series)Identity Series Part 2 - In part 2 of the side effect series, we share our experiences communicating our decision to go vegan with families and friends, the different reactions we've been met with, and ultimately a few tips to handle these conversations and social gatherings with grace. Thank you for the continued support and please contact us on Instagram @TofuTalkPod
2021-02-1630 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #21 - Finding Out The Truth... (The Side Effect Series)Welcome to the first episode of The Side Effect Series! In this episode we share with you a short story about the beginning of our vegan journey and the most compelling side effect we weren't expecting! Learning about the corrupt and horrific nature of the animal agriculture industry is something many people do not see, but once you learn about it, it will change your perspective forever. Thank you for the constant support and feedback and please feel free to message us on Instagram or Facebook @TofuTalkPod.
2021-02-0733 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #20 - Where does confidence come from? (Identity Series)SERIES FINALE - In this episode, we dive deep into our experiences with self confidence and share how our experiences have allowed us to create a more confident identity. Thank you for all of the support with our first series! More series, giveaways, and conversations on the way!
2021-02-0134 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #19 - What do you want to be known for?Identity Series Episode 2: What do you want to be known for? That's a really hard question to answer! In this episode we share our thoughts with you regarding our perceptions of ourselves, constructing our identity, and what we want to be known for at the end of the day. Connecting with you all continues to provide us with an outlet to share our experiences and we hope it helps in some way, shape, or form. Please feel free to contact us via email at TofuTalkPodcastt@gmail.com or via social media on instagram @TofuTalkPod
2021-01-2527 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #18 - What Are You!? (Identity Series)Welcome to part 1 of our 3 episode Identity Series! Over the next three episodes we dive into the topic of self-identity. In this episode, we discuss our experiences growing up as Asian American's in majority white communities and how it affected our mindset and perception of ourselves/society throughout our lives. Asia shares her unique perspective of living in a majority white community as well as a majority Asian community and opens up about her emotions during both experiences. We appreciate all of the feedback so please share it with a friend and check out our social media @TofuTalkPod on...
2021-01-1730 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #17 - What's the Difference?Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, but what's the difference? There is a LOT of a confusion out there regarding these three words. In this episode we break down the differences between them for you. We love to connect with you all so please message us on our instagram page @TofuTalkPod or email us at TofuTalkPodcastt@gmail.com. Thank you for the continued support and we hope you enjoy the episode!
Why Go Vegan? Resources:
7 Apps that Make Vegan Life Easier Than Ever - https://www.livekindly.co/vegan-apps/
Nutrition Facts Website...
2021-01-1031 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #16 - Hello 2021Happy New Year and thank you for tuning in throughout 2020 and for those of you joining us in 2021! A New Year provides a new opportunity to refocus your mind and provide you with new opportunities (and challenges) to overcome. On this episode, we dive into what a new year means to us, a few of our aspirations/goals, and a couple of tactics we've used to accomplish them in past years. We truly appreciate the continued support of Tofu Talk, and appreciate everyone that has helped us grow and provided feedback. Please feel free to connect with us @TofuTalkPod...
2021-01-0319 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #15 - What's New, Tofu!?Hey there! In today’s episode, we took some time to reflect on this past year, discuss what we’ve learned and update you all on what we’ve been up to personally and professionally! We talk about the ways we’ve been flexible this year to make progress despite challenges, as well as being honest about setbacks. We hope you are having a wonderful holiday season and find joy in the little things!
2020-12-2123 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #14 - Dealing with NegativityEveryday we are faced with negative situations, people, and energy. How we respond to those factors reflects in our character and allows us to grow as individuals. In this episode of Tofu Talk, we discuss how we combat external and internal negativity that we face in our daily lives. Inspired by Jay Shetty's book, "Think Like a Monk", we reflect on our experiences handling (and mishandling) our emotions when dealing with negative factors, what we learned from our experiences, and how we continue to improve as well. As always, we appreciate the constant support and feedback, so please continue...
2020-12-1431 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #13 - Boba Emoji is Finally Here🧋BOBA EMOJI IS HERE 🧋In honor of Apple FINALLY creating a emoji that properly represents the one thing we love more in this world than anything else, we decided to talk about it. We recorded this episode to shed some light on boba, what it is, why we love it so much, and what it truly means to us. We discuss what constitutes a high quality boba experience and why we think everyone should try boba if they haven't already! We appreciate your time and feedback so please reach out to us @Tofutalkpod on instagram or at TofuTalkPodcastt@gmail.com...
2020-12-0627 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #12 - Are you spontaneous?BAM 💥 What is going on!? In episode #12 of Tofu Talk, we discuss our thoughts on two different types of creative styles - spontaneity and planning. For many of us, creating content requires a lot of time and planning in order to ensure we capture the right shot, the content we want, and/or provide our audience with the information we wish to share. However, sometimes the best content is unplanned and authentic. Listen to us discuss our thoughts on this topic as we share our opinions and even provide examples of the content we enjoy and why! We tru...
2020-11-3024 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #11 - Academic vs Experiential Qualifications?All of us have a wealth of knowledge that we have accumulated in our lives, but what qualifications are required to share that knowledge with others? Do we need specific degrees, licenses, certifications, titles, etc.? In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the different types of qualifications (I.e academic and experiential) and which may carry more importance. In this day and age with social media, it's interesting to see all of the people sharing knowledge/information: but are we all qualified? Listen to this episode to hear our thoughts! We truly appreciate the support we continue to...
2020-11-2222 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #10 - Identifying ValuesDo you know what your values are? In this week's episode, we have an easygoing conversation about how we developed our values. It's easy to go through life without ever consciously identifying your values. Through our experiences, when you are able to explain to yourself and anyone else, why you do what you do, your purpose in life becomes unshakeable and unquestionable. Childhood experiences, parents, school, friendships, the news, tradition, culture, and social media are just a few places where we can gather values. We challenge you today to take a pause to evaluate the reasons you think the...
2020-11-1530 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #9 - Mythbusters: Vegan EditionBustin Vegan Myths! You read that right. On this edition of Tofu Talk, we dive into some common myths we hear on a daily basis regarding veganism. (disclaimer: Neither John or Asia are registered dietitians and all of the information shared is through our experiences as vegans. Please consult with an RD if you have any health concerns.) We truly appreciate the continued support from all of you and love hearing your feedback and connecting on a daily basis! It helps us to make adjustments and provide information that you all care about. Give us a shout over on...
2020-11-0926 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #8 - Our Thoughts On Personal DevelopmentA theme we will be discussing repeatedly throughout future episodes is personal development (aka Self-Help). As ambitious individuals we believe it is important to invest into ourselves whether it's with time, money, education, etc. By developing yourself personally, it allows you to gain confidence in your own abilities. In this episode we have a quick conversation about what personal development is, but more importantly what it means to us, as it is unique to each person. We appreciate all of the feedback we receive after each episode, so please contact us @TofuTalkPod on Instagram. Let us know your thoughts...
2020-10-2618 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #7 - FAVORITE Vegan Restaurants in BostonBeing vegan in 2020 ain't too shabby, especially when you live in Boston where vegan restaurants are plentiful and absolutely delicious. In this episode, we try our best to narrow down our TOP vegan restaurants, as well as non-vegan restaurants with great veg options in the city. We also share our tips for how to order vegan dishes at different ethnic cuisines. From Thai and Vietnamese to Mexican and Ethiopian, you can truly find a vegan option no matter where you go these days. The key is knowing which ingredients to watch out for in each cuisine and not being...
2020-10-1837 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #6 - Lessons Learned Through ExerciseIn this episode, we wanted to share the important lessons we learned through the various stages of our athletic and physical journeys, but more importantly showcase how stepping outside of our comfort zones and trying new activities provided us with lessons and opportunities we could've never imagined. Having the privilege to grow up in good communities, we were able to surround ourselves with great coaches, friends, and challenges that helped shape us into the people we are today. Throughout this episode we walk you through our experiences from youth sports through post grad life and show how physical activity...
2020-10-111h 03Tofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #5 - Ono Kine GrindzFood has a variety of different meanings and uses depending on the culture it derives from. It has a way of bringing people together in celebrating special occasions and making us connect with one another in a variety of social settings. In episode 5 of Tofu Talk we take a look back at the ono (Hawaiian for delicious!) foods that made us who we are. For both of us, food has been an integral aspect of our lives based off of our childhood and the environments we were raised. Join along as we travel back to our childhood memories of...
2020-10-0422 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #4 - Actionable Steps to Save OUR PlanetThanks for checking out another episode of Tofu Talk. Climate change continues to be the largest issue we face as a society and with the growing rate of deforestation, natural disasters, and rising temperatures, we wanted to try and draw attention to this topic and spend time discussing the ways we as a society, and us as a community here at Tofu Talk, can help out mother nature. We make reference to a quote by Simon J. Hill, of the Plant Proof Podcast (see below) and have also linked a list of resources we picked up on Amazon...
2020-09-2823 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #3 - Why We Went VeganIn this episode, we give a brief overview of why we choose to live a vegan lifestyle and begin to define what veganism even means! We share our personal stories of learning about veganism and a few benefits of this lifestyle. Please subscribe to our podcast on Spotify and Apply Podcasts so you can be notified when we release a new episode and share it with anyone that you think would enjoy! If you have the time, leave us a rating/review, and let us know what other topics you would like us to discuss going forward!
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2020-09-2018 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk Episode #2 - The Dos and Donts to survive and thrive during quarantineThank you everyone for tuning in - in this episode we dive into how we've been spending our time during this pandemic and share with all of you, a few of our quarantine dos and don'ts. From maintaining a morning routine to emphasizing down time, we cover a variety of tips that have helped us stay sane (and thrive) during quarantine. We've been blessed to have friends/family who have stayed healthy throughout this pandemic and to all of those who have been impacted from this tragedy please know you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers...
2020-09-0941 minTofu Talk PodcastTofu Talk - Introduction w/Asia and JohnWelcome to the first episode of Tofu Talk with John and Asia! Thank you everyone for tuning in - in this episode we reveal some information about ourselves for those listeners who are either new to the channel or we haven't connected with in some time. This is the first episode in the making so please stick with us through some growing pains as we continue to improve our audio and production skills. We are truly appreciative of everyones support and we are trying to learn along with you all! If there are any topics that are relevant in...
2020-08-2821 min