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SunditionSERIES 28: Letter to the PodcasterJoin us for our third installment of unpopular opinions in which we share with you poll results from our Instagram regarding your views on certain supposedly unpopular opinions. From raisins to race-bending, the topics are super spirited and fun to listen to!2021-06-2015 min

SunditionSERIES 28: Page SixWe constantly have people’s expectations weighing down on us, whether that be from our family, colleagues, bosses, friends, etc. Join us as we discuss how to deal with these expectations if they become too burdensome or if you don’t even want to conform to those expectations.2021-06-2025 min

SunditionSERIES 28: Headline NewsHappy Sunday to everyone listening in! For our Headline News edition of June 20, 2021, we have three, under-the-radar news stories, as usual: Recap of Olympic Swimming Trials & Biggest Story (SwimSwam), Mexico’s Walmart chain cuts of elderly volunteer baggers (Washington Post, Al Jazeera), and San Francisco permanently implements free museum admission for low income residents (CBS SF Bay Area). Thank you so much for listening, and have an amazing rest of your Sunday!Happy Father's Day too!2021-06-2024 min

SunditionSERIES 27: LETTER TO THE PODCASTER (Guest Edition)Join us and Asia Fee, a chemist, founder of Alchemist Asia, social media & content creator lead, and former Colorguard performer and instructor. With her considerable and varying background, Asia shares her story from starting Colorguard in middle school to being a small business owner. We first talk about the lessons she learned on the field and her favorite routine. She recounted her introduction to chemistry in high school and how that brought her to conferences around the country talking with experts and renowned researchers. In the midst of that, Asia found her love for making her own makeup, and...2021-06-131h 20

SunditionSERIES 27: Page SixWe’ve all heard of the infamous “customer service voice.” Join us as we discover our own customer service voices, how different they are, and the situations in which they arise. We also dive into the origins of our high-pitched voices and why they come up in certain conversations. 2021-06-1321 min

SunditionSERIES 27: Headline NewsHappy Sunday to everyone listening in! For our Headline News edition of June 12, 2021, we have three, under-the-radar news stories, as usual: lawmakers propose antitrust reforms (CNBC), China begins censoring Hong Kong’s film industry (The Guardian), and 178 hospital workers are suspended for not getting the COVID vaccine (NPR). Thank you so much for listening, and have an amazing rest of your Sunday!2021-06-1322 min

SunditionSERIES 26: Page SixJoin us for a conversation that started out about our recent mock trial experience (which was not very fun) and how that builds into a lesson about underestimating. We also add in another angle about swimming, packing for vacation, and how overestimating can cause a downfall as well. 2021-06-0617 min

SunditionSERIES 26: Headline NewsHello, listeners!! For our Headline News Edition of June 6, 2021, we bring to you three, under-the-radar news stories: SCOTUS rules that tribal police hold power over non-natives in their settlement (The Conversationalist, Cronkite News), Idaho politician doxxes a women who accused fellow lawmaker of sexual assault (The Intercept, Idaho Press), and Malala Yousafzai faces backlash in her native country of Pakistan over recent Vogue interview (NPR). Have a great rest of your Sunday, everyone!2021-06-0630 min

SunditionSERIES 25: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Join us for a super fun conversation with Moody Rahman, a Dungeon Master of the game, Dungeons & Dragons. We give a little introduction for those who don't know the game very well, and quickly dive into what he does as a DM. From planning storylines and ad-libbing, Moody shares his best tips and his funniest stories. If you want a way to keep in touch with friends and channel your creativity, check out this episode!2021-05-3047 min

SunditionSERIES 25: Page SixIn light of a recent uncomfortable situation we encountered, we discuss some red and green flags to keep an eye out for when meeting new people 2021-05-3016 min

SunditionSERIES 25: Headine NewsGood morning, good morning! For our 25th Series of Sundition, we have, as always, three news stories and our analyses for you to enjoy: the Supreme Court agrees to hear a Mississippi law banning abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy (Politico, US News), CVS is handing out prizes for COVID-19 vaccinations (CNN), and Biden’s upcoming multi trillion-dollar budget (Wall Street Journal). We hope you enjoy and have an amazing rest of your Sunday!2021-05-3029 min

SunditionSERIES 24: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Welcome back to our first guest episode for our third LTTP series with Jade, a painter and tattoo artist from Seoul, South Korea. We talk about his path towards pursuing art professionally. We hear from his early art influences, his time at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and the importance of an artist community.We even hear from his experiences in showcasing his work, the influence of writing and reading on his art process, and how he got into tattooing. He shares what he enjoys (and doesn't enjoy) about the profession along with a funny...2021-05-231h 22

SunditionSERIES 24: Page SixHello hello! For our Page 6 edition of May 23, 2021, we talk about our looming graduation! In light of that, we reminisce on our time in high school and look forward to our future, especially college. 2021-05-2326 min

SunditionSERIES 24: Headline NewsHello, friends! Welcome back to our Headline News Edition of our podcast. Today, we have three exciting, under-the-radar news stories: Microsoft is finally putting Internet Explorer to rest (NPR), Associated Press has faced backlash over firing a pro-Palestinian journalist (Al Jazeera), and Republicans continue to restrict ballot initiatives that have defied their wishes (NYTimes). Enjoy, and have an amazing Sunday!2021-05-2326 min

SunditionSERIES 23: Page SixHello hello! Join us and our two special guests, Vy and Karen, in our culture chat of the day! We discuss infographic activism and why you should take posts concerning this type of activism with a grain of salt.2021-05-1634 min

SunditionSERIES 23: Letter to the PodcasterThis is our first Letter to the Podcasters with guests that are good friends of ours: Karen and Vy. They will join our discussion as we talk about how the Philadelphia health commissioner resigns after cremating the remains of the MOVE 1985 bombing (NBC), the Republicans oust Liz Cheney from House leadership (NYT), and businesses are concerned about worker shortages (USA Today).2021-05-1640 min

SunditionSERIES 22: Letter to the PodcasterWe are back with an Unpopular Opinion Part 2. Listen to a variety of submitted opinions from warm water and Genshin along with our opinions on thrifting and those yummy Safeway sugar cookies (spoiler alert: one of us is not a big fan). 2021-05-0919 min

SunditionSERIES 22: Page SixJoin us as we discuss whether or not people truly change. Based on a recent experience of hearing about an old classmate, we contemplate personal growth in teenage years, and touch upon our experiences of personality change, superficial or profound.2021-05-0916 min

SunditionSERIES 22: Headline NewsHello everyone! For our Headline News Edition of May 9, 2021, we discuss three, under-the-radar news stories: Massachusetts restricts facial recognition for police force (NPR), the EPA decides to enact greenhouse gas regulations (NYT), and the Scottish election is on move to vote on independence (Al Jazeera). Have a good rest of your Sunday!2021-05-0924 min

SunditionSERIES 21: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Join us and Arushi Tyagi as we talk about BoxIt, a startup she is currently developing that creates custom subscriptions boxes to support small businesses. We hear an interesting perspective of someone who is going through the first steps and her experiences with difficult communication, the benefit of mentorship, the challenges she faced, and how she overcomes them. 2021-04-1832 min

SunditionSERIES 21: Page Six“Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” -Bill GatesWith Cecilia’s discovery of this famous quote, we begin reminiscing about the development of our podcast up until now.2021-04-1822 min

SunditionSERIES 21: Headline NewsHappy Sunday! Today, we have three interesting stories: 9 famous Hong Kong pro-democracy activists have been charged for the 2019 protests (NPR), updates on the recent Russian military buildup (NYTimes), and Biden's meeting with Japan PM refocuses American foreign policy on East Asia (CNN). 2021-04-1820 min

SunditionSERIES 20: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Join us and our guest Kyara Sewell (@kyara.sewell), a senior based in Ontario GTA. Because of her mom, she has always been inclined towards having an entrepreneurial spirit, from working at a financial service start up to starting her tarot card reading business. We talk more about how some opportunities just don't work out (no matter how much you want to hope it does), what the mindset of an entrepreneur should be, and why success is so subjective in this modern world. We even hear some of her funny stories while reading some tarot cards for friends!2021-04-1158 min

SunditionSERIES 20: Headline NewsGood morning, everyone! For our Headline News edition of April 15, 2021, we present to you three new, under-the-radar stories: Biden orders a review of the Supreme Court (NYT, POLITICO), Bowling Green State fraternity is punished for hazing after a student’s death (CNN, 13 ABC), and US increases interaction with Taiwan despite US-China tensions (Al Jazeera). We hope you have a great rest of your Sunday!2021-04-1130 min

SunditionSERIES 19: Letter to the PodcasterJoin us as we discuss the unpopular opinions that we asked you all to share with us on Instagram, and boy, do we have some very controversial ones. We also give our take on this subject with our own opinions and they seem to weirdly surround food, so if you like food, listen in!2021-04-0418 min

SunditionSERIES 19: Page SixLooking good and feeling good! You have probably all heard some similar phrase, and so have we, which is why we delved deeper into this saying with some psychology, a sports example, a confounding variable of beauty standards and a short snippet on true happiness. If you want our take on how to really take advantage of this phrase for your good, tune in for this episode!2021-04-0422 min

SunditionSERIES 19: Headline NewsHowdy, folks! As always, we have three interesting, under-the-radar news stories for y’all to listen to: Biden repeals sanctions on a human rights prosecutor, reversing Trump’s decision (NYT); Coca-Cola wants Congress to act after Georgia passes new voting law (CNN Business, GPR, NYT); and an update on Myanmar’s bloody situation (BBC). We hope you have a wonderful rest of your Sunday!2021-04-0424 min

SunditionSERIES 18: Page SixJoin us for a culture chat on our tastes and preferences, from topics on crushes, food, and even Kpop. We discuss different opinions and why they are so important in even the small stuff of life.2021-03-2822 min

SunditionSERIES 18: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Join us and our guest this week,Rachel Kurapati, a sophomore in Seattle, Washington. As a teen entrepreneur, future medical professional, and woman in STEM, she developed an app to prevent teen suicides and help teens manage their mental health effectively, and it has been recognized by prestigious organizations like MIT and UDel for its merits.We talk about her experience under the program Teen Young Entrepreneurs, working with actual product developers, the importance of networking, and the ups and downs of teamwork.2021-03-2836 min

SunditionSERIES 18: Headline NewsHappy Sunday! For our Headline News edition of March 28, 2021, we have three interesting, under-the-radar news stories lined up for you: Tennessee passed a new law aimed at transgender student athletes (NPR), Biden faced backlash in his claims on immigration at the US-Mexico Border (NYTimes, NBC), and researchers learned how to turn food waste in jet fuel (NowThis, SingularityHub). We hope you enjoy listening and have a good rest of your Sunday. 2021-03-2825 min

SunditionSERIES 17: Page SixThis is a hard one to name because of the many topics we touched on.We were definitely shocked to hear of the shooting and sad about the deaths.As Asian Americans, seeing the rise in hate crimes, we know (and are scared) that many acts in this context seem like anti-Asian sentiment.Our thoughts, regarding the media’s response, how the police acted, and the big question on whether the shooter’s action was racially motivated or not, are all on this episode.Please give it a listen. 2021-03-2119 min

SunditionSERIES 17: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Join us and Emily Han (@em1lyhan), a sophomore in Bay Area, California. As a 4-year Debate Competitor, 3-year Model United Nations Competitor, and interested in entrepreneurship, her passion for public speaking has led her to co-found a worldwide nonprofit, Make a Statement (@projectmakeastatement), focusing on educating youth and low-income students about public speaking. During the summer, Emily also works as a part-time Debate Coach Assistant, and she was selected to MIT LaunchX, a highly selective Entrepreneurship Program, in the summer of 2021. As an artist, Emily is passionate about Digital Art and Design and has designed Social Media Posts...2021-03-211h 00

SunditionSERIES 17: Headline NewsHello, wonderful listeners! For our Headline News of March 21, 2021, we have three, very interesting news stories lined up for you: The US House of Representatives passed a resolution censuring the Myanmar military coup (Insider), an earthquake of 7.0 magnitude shakes Japan (CNN), and Judge Cahill denies the delay of the trial for George Floyd’s murder (New York Times, MPR News). We hope you have a great rest of your Sunday!2021-03-2121 min

SunditionSERIES 16: Letter to the Podcaster (Guest Edition)Join us and Sophia Fong, the founder of sofosews, an Instagram page that sells handmade clothing to fundraise for a myriad of causes like Love without Boundaries and FreetheFlow. We talk about her inspiration for this project (and sewing), the lessons she has learned in entrepreneurship, and more! Check her out on Instagram @sofosews to follow and even buy her designs for the latest cause.2021-03-1515 min

SunditionSERIES 16: Page SixJoin us for a culture chat on...epigenetics. You have probably heard of words like epipen and epicenter, but learn more about how you can "change" your genes. 2021-03-1413 min

SunditionSERIES 16: Headline NewsHello beautiful people! For our Headline News edition for Series 16, we bring to you three, interesting news stories: the UN calls for foreign forces to immediately withdraw from Libya (Al Jazeera and the Arab Weekly), Polar Bear Hotel in China opens and is faced with backlash (Business Insider and Breaking News), and, last but not least, Mexican protestors for women meet the police (BBC). Thank you for listening, and have an amazing rest of your Sunday.2021-03-1425 min

SunditionSERIES 15: Page 6Video game addiction? Impulse-type disorder? Which is it? You have all definitely heard of it considering the rise in popularity due to the pandemic? We talk about our history with video games, from childhood ones like Temple Run to new discoveries like Genshin Impact. Tune in to hear these stories and our take on what a "video game addiction" is!2021-02-2121 min

SunditionSERIES 15: Headline NewsHello everyone! For our Headline News edition for February 21, 2021, we discuss three news stories: Chevron dumps oil in the San Francisco Bay (ABC7 News, The Guardian), Woman shot during Myanmar protests dies (BBC), Scientists clone the first endangered species (NBC). Thanks so much for tuning in and have a good rest of your Sunday!2021-02-2119 min

SunditionSERIES 14: Page 6Drawing from our mock trial competition experiences, we talk about how to deal with losing and/or failure. How should you tackle it in order to succeed later on? Join us to figure out and even hear a fun court story!2021-02-1416 min

SunditionSERIES 14: Headline NewsHello everyone, and Happy Valentine’s Day to all you lovely people out there! For our Headline News edition for February 14, 2021, we discuss three news stories: Anti-coup protests start in Myanmar, the CDC just released guidelines for the reopening of schools (NPR), SAG, the biggest Hollywood union, has expanded for influencers (New York Times). Thanks so much for tuning in and have a good rest of your Sunday!2021-02-1428 min

SunditionSERIES 13: Headline NewsWelcome back! We have three interesting news stories to start off your wonderful Sunday morning: Anti-coup protestors grow as Myanmar blocks Facebook and Twitter (NPR), Lawsuits are filed against disinformation (NYTimes), A Nazi concentration camp secretary has been charged with 10,000 counts of accessory to murder (USA Today). 2021-02-0722 min

SunditionSERIES 13: Page 6Hello, everyone! For our Page 6 for February 7, 2021, we talk about the next steps for self-improvement after finishing a large project.2021-02-0717 min

Sundition12th Edition: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back! We have three interesting news stories to start off your wonderful Sunday morning: Le Pen, the head of the Far-Right Movement in France, calls for a “Hijab Ban” (Independent), Activists in AZ are suing to keep the US from giving away land for mining (Al Jazeera), Coup fears amid election fraud claims from military in Myanmar (Associated Press).2021-01-3120 min

Sundition12th Edition: PAGE SIXHello! Welcome back to our first discussion in the new year. Join us as we dive into the importance of understanding different perspectives from different perspectives (literally). Bringing in the biology of color, our crushes, and politics, we look at the fundamental and innate reason why we should be aware of seeing things from a different eye. 2021-01-3115 min

Sundition11th Edition: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back! We have three interesting news stories to start off your wonderful Sunday morning: new cancer immunotherapy shows promise in early research (Purdue News), Jimmy Lai is charged under the Hong Kong security law (NPR), and 5 are dead after a truck runs into a group of cyclists in Las Vegas (NBC News). Enjoy!2020-12-1317 min

Sundition11th Edition: PAGE 6Hello, hello! In light of the 2020 holiday season, we talk about relationships, specifically friendships, and discover our love language. If you want to take the quiz to find out what your own love language is, here is the link: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/.2020-12-1322 min

Sundition10th Series: HEADLINE NEWSHello everyone! We hope you’re having a wonderful Sunday morning. In our Headline News edition of December 6, 2020, we cover two news stories: Betsy DeVos extends the pause of student loan payments until January (Politico) and how a carbon monoxide leak in a mine in Southwest China leaves 18 dead (NPR). We also give a quick run-down on the latest stimulus package (CNET). Thanks for listening!2020-12-0718 min

Sundition10th Series: PAGE 6Hey guys! For our Page 6 edition of December 6, 2020, we talk about mass consumerism, its faults, and methods we as consumers can take to solve this issue.2020-12-0617 min

Sundition9th Series: LETTER TO THE PODCASTER (GUEST EDITION)Dive deep into the differences of ideology and strategy in politics, education, and life with us and our guest, Samson Mai, the proprietor of Metalearning (metalearning.us). 2020-11-221h 35

Sundition9th Series: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back! For our Headline News edition of November 22, 2020, we discuss three, quite unconventional news stories: after ensuing violence, Dutch police ask the public to stop “pedo-hunting” (New York Times); Kyle Rittenhouse was freed from jail after attorneys posted a $2 million bail (Chicago Tribune); and a pharmacist and drug dealer are arrested because of plotting to firebomb rival pharmacy (US NewsChant).2020-11-2225 min

Sundition9th Series: PAGE 6Hey guys! For our Page 6 edition of November 22, 2020, we dive into the world of skincare! We discuss why the skincare industry is so big, epigenetics, and things to avoid. Cecilia also sprinkles in some of her own dos and don'ts of skincare. If you are looking for more tips, be sure to either contact us or check out and follow @skinhibition on Instagram! 2020-11-2228 min

Sundition8th Series: HEADLINE NEWSGood morning, everyone! For our Headline News of November 15, 2020, as always, we cover three news stories: another fight against Twitter and Facebook is headed for the Senate (CNET), renewable energy reaches its highest capacity (ABC News), and Egyptian archaeologists discover ancient sarcophagus dated back to the Late Period (Al Jazeera).2020-11-1517 min

Sundition8th Series: PAGE 6Hello hello! For Page 6 today, we discuss the importance of stress management and a healthy mindset. Discover new ways to stressbust with us!2020-11-1519 min

Sundition7th Series: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back, everyone! For the Headline News of November 8, we cover three news stories: Europe locking down again after a new surge of coronavirus cases (BBC), tropical storm Eta forming in the Caribbean (CNN), and the FDA declining to endorse a new, controversial Alzheimer's treatment (New York Times). Resources to donate to Hurricane Eta relief funds: https://donate.google.com/checkout?campaignid=5287319902945280&tab=1&hl=en-US&authUser=0.2020-11-0814 min

Sundition7th Series: PAGE 6In light of the 2020 election, we discuss the projected results of the election: Joe Biden being named the president-elect, along with Kamala Harris as the vice president-elect. Delving further, we reiterate the importance of voting and what the Biden administration may look like in the future.2020-11-0828 min

SunditionSPECIAL EDITION: LETTER TO THE PODCASTERAs we get closer to the election, we wanted to highlight the importance of civic duty on a local level. So, our special guest today for our Letter to the Podcaster Edition is Luis Huang, a mayoral candidate in Irvine who is redefining activism. Tune in as we go for a deep dive into the confusion we feel about politics and the reason why. Hint: It has a lot to do with big corporations. Find him at luishuang4irvine.com 2020-11-011h 14

Sundition6th Series: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back! For the Headline News of October 25, 2020, we cover three, under-the-radar new stories: the Department of Justice hit Google with the biggest antitrust case since the 1990s (New York Times), Purdue Pharma settled with $8.3 billion with the federal courts but still face challenges by states (CNN), and a hearing from a rape claim defamation case against Trump fell through (NBC New York). 2020-10-2514 min

Sundition6th Series: Letter to the PodcasterTaking a fun break from our regular programming, we decided to do quick Q & A with each other, asking 10 questions in total Tune in to hear our favorite childhood dishes and an insane amount of bug stories!2020-10-2519 min

Sundition6th Series: PAGE 6For the Page 6 of October 25, 2020, we recap and discuss the last presidential debate before the 2020 election.2020-10-2425 min

Sundition5th Series: LETTER TO THE PODCASTERWe have a very special guest with us today! Melissa, a Human Resources Business Operations Analyst at Amazon, tells her story of how she went from making wine with her parents to where she is today.2020-10-1145 min

Sundition5th Series: HEADLINE NEWSGood morning, everyone! For the morning of October 11, 2020, we cover three under-the-radar news stories: protests raging in Indonesia over new labor law (TIME, NYT), the death of a 15-year old boy after confinement in an Italian quarantine ship (New York Times), and a fire that engulfs a 33-story apartment building in South Korea (CNN).2020-10-1116 min

Sundition5th Series: PAGE 6Hello, everyone! In our Page 6 episode of October 11, 2020, we discuss the feeling of being “stuck,” something a good number of us has gone through, along with our suggestions as to how we can combat that feeling.2020-10-1120 min

Sundition4th Edition: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back to our podcast! For our Headline News episode of October 4, 2020, we cover three under-the-radar news stories: the call for change in the jade mining industry of Myanmar (NPR), the Pentagon’s shady funding for COVID (The Hill), and a federal judge’s order to USPS to prioritize election mail (Reuters).2020-10-0416 min

Sundition4th Edition: PAGE 6In today’s Page 6 episode, we discuss gender roles and the social learning theory, along with issues and our own experiences with the topic.2020-10-0424 min

Sundition4th Edition: LETTER TO THE PODCASTEREarlier this week, we asked you guys what you wanted to know about podcasting! Here are our answers to your questions :)2020-10-0407 min

Sundition3rd Edition: LETTER TO THE PODCASTERWe asked. You answered. Listen to responses to our question: What is the theme song of your life? Hear our replies as well!2020-09-2703 min

Sundition3rd Edition: HEADLINE NEWSWelcome back! In the Headline News episode of September 27, we discuss the Trump’s administration decision to allow logging in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest (NPR), how thousands of Australians are stranded overseas due to the continent’s travel restrictions (New York Times), and Facebook’s efforts to shut down fake Chinese accounts (BBC News).2020-09-2716 min

Sundition3rd Edition: PAGE 6In today’s Page 6 episode, we discuss the idea of putting someone up on a pedestal, clarifying the meaning of the phrase and the effects the action has from everyday relationships to celebrities to political situations.2020-09-2722 min

Sundition2nd Edition: HEADLINE NEWSGood morning everyone! Welcome back to our podcast. In our Headline News of September 20, 2020, we discuss three, under-the-radar news stories: University of MIchigan strikers are still demanding change after their strike had ended with a compromise (ABC News); WeChat is being banned in App Stores in the US (New York Times); and states in Mexico have started banning junk food (NPR).2020-09-2025 min

Sundition2nd Edition: PAGE 6In today’s Page 6 episode, we discuss the issues when it comes to the emotional aspect of parenting and how this problem is stemmed from the lack of education and has been persistent for many generations.2020-09-2026 min

Sundition2nd Edition: LETTER TO THE PODCASTEREarlier this week, we posted on Instagram asking you guys to ask any questions you had about our experiences with online learning. Here are our responses to your questions!2020-09-2010 min

SunditionHEADLINE NEWS: September 13, 2020Welcome back to our new and improved Sundition podcast! In our Headline News for today, we discuss three, under-the-radar news stories: how a Connecticut police chief tampered with his promotion and has now been charged, the UC system lawsuit concerning standardized testing, and how cancer research projects diversifying genetic studies receive new grants. In addition to just summarizing these stories, we now offer our own opinions and analysis on these stories.2020-09-1324 min

SunditionPAGE 6: September 13, 2020In today's Page 6 episode, we discuss how California is literally on fire, thanks to various factors, such as gender reveal parties and lightning strikes.2020-09-1324 min

SunditionLETTER TO THE PODCASTER: September 13, 2020Earlier this week, we posted a question on Instagram: What problem or situation did TV / movies make you think would be common, but when you grew up you found out it wasn’t? Here are some of your responses! 2020-09-1315 min

SunditionTrailer: Update!Hello, everyone! Welcome back from our four-week hiatus. We restructured our podcast to better fit our perception of what a Sunday newspaper should look like while giving our insights and opinions on the subjects we discuss. We also have a new newsletter!! Sign up through our website in our link in our Instagram bio. Regular episodes will restart next week, so stay tuned!!2020-09-0608 min

SunditionSeries 8: Lazy EveningWind down with us for the evening of August 2, 2020 with three, feel-good news stories: the U.S. Senate passed a bill banning dangerous mesh nets in fishing, protecting whales, sea turtles, and more (Oceana); Costa Rica hit a milestone in their plan to reverse deforestation, becoming the first tropical country in the world to do so (CNN); and that new footage and photos published on World Tiger Day 2020 shows a return of endangered tigers in Thailand (The Good News Network). Have a good night!2020-08-0303 min

SunditionSeries 8: Afternoon EditionJoin us and our friends in a discussion about college! Since CommonApp is open now, college applications are now under way. Enjoy our conversations about the pressure of school and our opinions about the topic!2020-08-0227 min

SunditionSeries 8: Morning EditionOn the morning of August 2, 2020, we discuss three under-the-radar news stories: a baseball bat attack in a Windermere home leaves two men dead and one woman injured (WKMG News / ClickOrlando), a Florida teen has been arrested for a Twitter hack (News Channel 8), and how job losses and flooding in Bangladesh spark fear (CNA938). We also talk about one local news story: Costco workers at many Bay Area stores have tested positive for coronavirus (SF Chronicle).2020-08-0208 min

SunditionSeries 7: Evening EditionUPDATE: We reposted this a day late because of some new edits. Wind down at the end of the day with our Lazy Evening episode, where we talk about three feel-good news stories: the registration of the National Suicide Prevention Hotline's new 3-digit number, 988 (CBS News); Vermont's ban on food waste in trash cans (Fast Company); and scientists' development of a new test that could detect cancer much earlier (NBC). Have a great rest of your day!2020-07-2803 min

SunditionSeries 7: Afternoon Tea EditionGet to know us more in this special edition of the afternoon tea edition. Tune in as we go through 20 questions ranging from "What is the TLDR version of your life?" to "Do you believe money can or cannot buy happiness?".2020-07-2634 min

SunditionSeries 7: Morning EditionOn the wonderful Sunday morning of July 25, 2020, We cover three under-the-radar news stories: the fight between Alaska's fishing and mining industries (NYT), the Paris deputy mayor's resignation after being linked with an alleged child rapist (Gulf News), and Trump's executive orders on drug prices (NPR). We also cover one local news story, about how Santa Clara County schools receive $6 million for mental health support (Kron 4 News).2020-07-2607 min

SunditionSeries 6: Morning EditionIn the morning edition of Series 6, we cover three, under-the-radar news stories: an oil tanker in Yemen could explode at any time (NYT), Commonwealth Edison has been charged with bribery (WTTW, NYT), and how a Washington state county declares that chalk writings on the sidewalk is illegal (Seattle Times). We also cover one local news story, about the recent coin shortage in the Bay Area (NBC Bay Area).2020-07-2007 min

SunditionSeries 6: Evening EditionWind down for the night with our Lazy Evening episode. Here, we talk about three, feel-good stories to end your Sunday on a warm note: France is now giving healthcare workers across the nation a combined €8 billion, which is around $9 billion, raise for their efforts during the coronavirus pandemic (BBC); a medical student created a handbook to showcase symptoms of common illnesses for people of darker skin (The Tab); and how in India, 2 million people gathered together, while following social distancing and masking guidelines, to plant 250 million trees (AP). Have a good rest of your evening!2020-07-2002 min

SunditionSeries 6: Afternoon Tea EditionJoin us in our afternoon conversation with Columbia lecturer Tony Dear. We discuss what it’s like to live in New York City, differences and paths from high school to undergrad to grad school, computer science and much more!2020-07-1935 min

SunditionSeries 5: Evening EditionFor the evening of July 12, 2020, we end your day with three feel-good news stories: a SCOTUS ruling caused major delays in the infamous Keystone XL Project, forcing it to go through the long process of environmental review (CNN); HBO ordered a 12-episode season of “Young Love,” an animated series based on the Oscar-winking short film “Hair Love” (The Hollywood Reporter); and how Sydney, Australia plans to be completely powered by renewable energy (Cities Today). Have a great rest of your evening!2020-07-1303 min

SunditionSeries 5: Afternoon Tea EditionIn today’s afternoon tea session, join us in a conversation about higher education with Jessie Rosales, MEd, a college advisor at UC Berkeley. We discuss college experiences, as well as tips for students on various topics such as class selection and mental health.2020-07-1233 min

SunditionSeries 5: Morning EditionFor the morning of July 12, 2020, we cover three under-the-radar news: a Supreme Court case ruling supports Native American rights in Oklahoma (New York Times), the third explosion in three weeks was reported in Iran (New York Times), and how the Philippine Congress formally shuts down the nation's biggest broadcaster (New York Times). We also cover one local news story, about how the Oakland Unified School District announced that the first four weeks of school, beginning August 10, will be fully virtual (Mercury News).2020-07-1206 min

SunditionSeries 4: Evening EditionWe talk about three feel-good news stories: the influx of huge teddy bears in Paris (Bussiness Insider), the birth of red panda cubs, baby giraffes, and more in Columbus Zoo (USA Today), and how a volunteer "sewing squad" of 800 people has distributed 55,000 masks in the past 3 months to many disproportionately hurt communities (CNN). Enjoy the rest of your Sunday!2020-07-0603 min

SunditionSeries 4: Afternoon EditionIn today’s afternoon tea, dive into a discussion about environmental science and education with us and Wendy Kwong. Additionally, we examine different aspects of the environmental management career and field, from environmental construction consulting to water management. 2020-07-0519 min

SunditionSeries 4: Morning EditionOn the morning of July 4, 2020, we cover three under-the-radar news stories: we give an update on Seattle's Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone(NYT) talk about how Ed Henry from FOX News has been fired due to a sexual harassment allegation (CNN Business), and how China has passed a security law in Hong Kong (The Guardian). Additionally, we cover a local news story about how Oakland Zoo is in danger of closing (SF Chronicle). To donate to the Animal Care Fund for Oakland Zoo, check out our link https://linktr.ee/sundition 2020-07-0508 min

SunditionSeries 3: Lazy EveningFor the evening of June 27, 2020, we talk about how NASA names headquarters in DC after ‘Hidden Figure’ Mary W. Jackson (USA Today), the revitalization of bees (FOX), and how the Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act (High Country News). We hope you enjoy the rest of your Sunday!2020-06-2904 min

SunditionSeries 3: Afternoon TeaIn today's episode, we are just spilling all our thoughts and opinions on body image in the context of the modern world. From takes on social media to familial pressure, both of us have felt it all. 2020-06-2817 min

SunditionSeries 3: Morning EditionOn the morning of June 27, 2020, we cover three under-the-radar news stories: the debate over whether Washington, D.C. could become a state (National Public Radio), Salvation Army’s mobile food pantries (Marietta Times, Salvation Army), and how the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Trump in asylum case (National Public Radio). We also cover one local news story, about strikes and protest at the Redwood City Jail--Correctional Facility (The Almanac).2020-06-2807 min

SunditionSeries 2: Lazy EveningFor the evening of June 20, 2020, we discuss three feel-good news stories to end your Sunday on a warm note: China instigates higher protection for pangolins, which are an endangered species (BBC); and two major Supreme Court cases from earlier this week, one that concerns DACA (CNN) and one about LGBTQ+ rights in the workplace (CNN). Have a great rest of your Sunday!2020-06-2203 min

SunditionSeries 2: Afternoon TeaIn today's episode, Annette Pelayo, a real estate agent and UCSD alumni, joins us in a discussion about higher education. We dive into topics such as financial literacy and career paths, gaining insight from a non-traditional perspective.2020-06-2114 min

SunditionSeries 2: Morning EditionOn the morning of June 20, 2020, we cover three under-the-radar news: the remains of missing kids Tylee Ryan and Joshua Vallow have been recently found in Idaho (NBC News), the $2.2 billion lost by Wirecard and the resignation of their CEO (CNN Business), and how the coronavirus pandemic will cost the U.S. economy $7.9 trillion over the next ten years and steep developing countries into a major debt crisis (New York Times). We also cover one local news story from the Bay Area: SF will now send unarmed professionals to non-criminal calls instead of police (LA Times).2020-06-2106 min

SunditionSeries 1: Lazy EveningFor the evening of June 13, 2020, we cover three pieces of positive, feel-good news: a Korean adoptee wins a landmark case for their rights for their biological family roots; Crayola released a skin tone line; and FarmLink, a network of students and volunteers that redirects thousands of pounds of potential food waste to food banks to help during COVID-19.2020-06-1504 min

SunditionSeries 1: Afternoon TeaLounge around and eat a snack as you listen to a discussion of anti-blackness in the Asian American community. We dive into the multiple factors that we feel have contributed to anti-blackness along with how that has manifested itself in our community. At the end, we give you a rundown of steps on how to have a conversation with your family on the Black Lives Matter and the oppression it fights against. Resources to donate, learn, and share: https://linktr.ee/blacklivesmatter.2020-06-1425 min

SunditionSeries 1: Morning EditionOn the morning of June 13, 2020, we cover three news stories: a report stating that the United States has been in a recession since February 2020, Seattle's autonomous zone called CHAZ, and how the EPA continues to roll back protections and laws amid the coronavirus epidemic. We also cover a special local case: Nicholas Zhao, an incoming junior at UC Berkeley, has 20+ cases and allegations of sexual assault and rape against him (link to petition to get him expelled and charged: https://www.change.org/p/university-of-california-berkeley-immediate-expulsion-and-legal-action-against-nicholas-zhao-for-assault-and-rape). 2020-06-1407 min

SunditionTrailer!Hello guys! This is Cecilia and Claire, your two co-hosts for the podcast Sundition! This trailer is just a little introduction about ourselves and what our podcast is about. We hope you give us a listen!2020-06-1301 min