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Chapel ProbationChapel Probation s5- Virginia Duan: The Mandarin Mama Does Not Abide White Supremacy and PatriarchyVirginia Duan is the biggest BTS fan I've ever encountered. I do not understand this. But I also know she is one of the best and biggest baddasses I've ever met. Her story of overcoming fundamentalist christianity, a violent father, and racial discrimination is inspiring. It makes me want to keep fighting. And maybe listen to some BTS.Check out her blog, The Mandarin Mama, and read her books, Illusive, and Weightless, the first two of the Katie Wu multiverse.Join the Dauntless Media Discord for more conversation with all the podcast communities.Scott's book, Asian-American-Apostate- Losing Religion and Finding Myself at an Evangelical Univer...
2025-10-211h 19
Let's Talk About Text with Scott Okamoto, Blake Chastain & FriendsEp. 12: Scott and Blake Talk About K-Pop & SandwormsIn this episode, Scott & Blake chat (no guests joined the table today) about K-Pop, sandworms, and of course, books.
Books discussed:
Illusive by Virginia Duan (Scott)
Chapterhouse Dune by Frank Herbert (Blake)
Supergods by Grant Morrison (Blake - a bonus pick)
All books can be purchased from our bookshop page here.
And of course you can find our books here.
Have a question, comment, or want to come on the show? Send us a message at talkabouttextpod@gmail.com
2025-09-1653 min
Brazn AznEp 29: Kaila Yu on Yellow Fever, Fetishization, and BeautyAuthor Kaila Yu Discusses Her Debut Memoir 'Fetishized' and Asian American FeminismIn this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan, have a compelling conversation with author and cultural writer Kaila Yu about her debut memoir Fetishized: a Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty." Kaila shares her experiences navigating the fetishization of Asian women, the slow yet collaborative process of writing her memoir, her journey towards self-love and sobriety, and the transformations in Asian representation in media. Kaila's memoir is a deeply personal narrative interspersed with essays on various themes...
2025-08-2045 min
Brazn AznEp 28: Does Guanyin Pusa Know Anthony Ma, Asian Jim Carrey?In this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan are joined by award-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and voiceover artist Anthony Ma. Anthony discusses his new short film "God and Buddha Are Friends," which is inspired by a childhood experience. - The Story Behind the Film- Big Mom Energy- Creating an Authentic 90s Experience- Balancing Accuracy and Storytelling- The Evolution of Asian American Roles in Hollywood- Challenges and Progress in the IndustryFollow...
2025-05-0148 min
Brazn AznEp 23: No Sheet Music Required: GKO's Unscripted JourneyIn this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan chat with improvisational pianist GKO about his unexpected path from tech to becoming a full-time musician. GKO shares his journey of discovering a sudden ability to improvise during the pandemic, building an independent music career, and breaking away from traditional Asian American narratives.Key Topics:- The Magic of Musical Improvisation- Navigating Life as an Independent Artist- The Current State of the Music Industry- Breaking Free from Asian American Stereotypes
2025-02-2648 min
Brazn AznEp 22: Living With the Land: a Conversation With Olivia Hu KinneyIn this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan sit down with poet Ophelia Hu Kinney. Ophelia shares her experiences of moving to Maine, co-owning 20 acres of land, and building a community as a queer Asian American. The discussion explores themes of change, the importance of community, the interaction of Asianness in predominantly white settings, and the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature. - Tending the Land and Community- Navigating Small Town Conservatism- Family and Community Connections- Lessons from the Land...
2025-02-1945 min
Brazn AznEp 20: "The Magic of Knowing What You Want" With Tracey GeeIn this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan chat with Tracey Gee, certified leadership coach, consultant, and author of "The Magic of Knowing What You Want." They explore why desires are good, how pursuing individual desires can contribute to social good, and how our desires are magic.
- The process of writing about our desires
- Validating Desires and Overcoming Barriers
- The Magic in the Process
- The Vulnerability of Desires
2025-01-2949 min
Books and Boba#302 - Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 by Cho Nam-JooWe're back! After an unintended extended hiatus dealing with the double whammy of early parenthood and uncontrollable wildfires, Books & Boba is back with our belated discussion of our December 2024 book club pick Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 by Cho Nam-Joo and translated by Jamie Chang, a seminal modern text about what it's like to be a woman in modern Korea. Helping us discuss this short but dense novel is our special guest Virginia Duan, writer and entertainment editor of Mochi Mag!Follow Virginia at: @themandarinmamaBooks & Boba is a podcast dedicated to reading and featuring books by As...
2025-01-221h 28
Brazn AznEp 17: What the Muffin? Election Night FeelingsIn this special election edition of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan dissect the recent U.S. election results and their personal reactions. They explore themes of political polarization, systemic oppression, and the role of community in driving social change. The discussion touches on collective grief, the struggle for progress amidst adversity, and practical steps for building resilient communities. Alongside political analysis, they emphasize the importance of joy and representation, providing a reflective commentary on the state of American democracy.
- Election Fatigue and Post-Election Reactions
- Historical Context
- Moving Forward
2024-11-0752 min
Nuances: Our Asian Stories6. The West: Savior or Demonizer? - Part 1Nuances podcast about Our Asian Stories. Each episode explores different aspects of sexual diversity in premodern Asia with commentary from guest scholars. Episodes are divided into a narrative portion, and a discussion with a guest co-host from the queer Asian community.
Introduction & content warnings
Why is this series focusing on premodern Asia?
The West isn't the only imperial power
From the Silk Road to the Age of Exploration
British colonization of India, Section 377 & vagrancy Laws
Premodern Chinese law about sexual crimes (w. Prof. CunCun Wu)
Portuguese vs British India (w. Prof. Anjali Arondekar)
Spanish colonization of the Philippines
Fr...
2024-09-081h 18
Brazn AznEp 09: Navigating Fear and Its ImpactIn this episode of the Brazn Azn Podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan dive deep into the topic of fear and its impact on their lives. Virginia shares her personal fears related to parenting, driving over bridges, and the trauma from reading news stories. Stella discusses her fears around missed potential and self-perception. Both co-hosts reflect on how fear has influenced their decisions, particularly in homeschooling and parenting, and the coping mechanisms they use to manage their anxieties. Their candid and vulnerable conversation navigates through the complexities of fear, parenting, and personal growth.
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2024-07-1042 min
Kpopcast: for the best sounds & ideas in KpopA Spicy K-pop Novel For Grown Folks?! With Virginia DuanOn this episode of the Kpopcast, we interview Virginia Duan about her book "Illusive" and discuss some other subversive K-pop artists worthy of the spotlight. We also discuss non-spoiler themes covered in the novel. Once you've finished reading the book, return to this episode and catch the tail end as we chat spoiler details and specifics."Illusive" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/fIa9sajJoin the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com...
2024-06-051h 54
Brazn AznEp 06: Asian MasculinityIn this episode of the Brazn Azn Podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan discuss the complexities and nuances of Asian masculinity. They address qualifications to talk about the topic, how non-masculine traits are perceived in Asian culture versus Western culture, and the intersection of racism, patriarchy, and masculinity. Additionally, they explore personal anecdotes, the influence of K-pop and K-dramas, and the importance of inclusivity for various groups within the Asian community.
- Asian Masculinity
- Impact of Misogyny on Masculinity
- Raising Asian Boys
- Western vs Asian Masc...
2024-05-2944 min
ASIAN AMERICA: THE KEN FONG PODCASTEP 478: Virginia Duan On K-pop And Overcoming Relational TraumaIn her debut novel Illusive, writer, blogger, and author Virginia Duan takes readers behind the scenes in the world of K-pop to explore the paralyzing aftereffects of relational trauma and what can be done to overcome them.
2024-05-261h 01Brazn AznEp 01: What's a "Brazen Asian," Anyway?In the inaugural episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, hosts Virginia Duan and Stella embark on a journey to explore the identity, representation, and the multifaceted experiences of being a brazen Asian. From the origins of the podcast's name to confronting stereotypes and embracing the resistance in existence, this episode dives into personal anecdotes, the evolution of Asian American identity, and the power of existing as an act of defiance in a world that often tries to box in Asian women. Join Virginia and Stella as they navigate the complexities of representation, challenge the status quo, and celebrate the...
2024-05-0139 min
If: Imagination & Fantasy PodcastMore Time: A Time Traveling Christmas TaleWhen Xavier's grandfather Horace dies, he leaves Xavier a mysterious watch and note indicating it's a time machine. Still grieving and full of unanswered questions, Xavier impulsively travels back to 1976 to meet Horace Horton, his grandfather, as a young man. But when the Horace of legend never shows up, Xavier seeks out his research partner Virginia Duan to try and make sense of things. Xavier comes to realize Horace had secrets he never shared, leading Xavier on a journey of self-discovery as he seeks to understand the man he never really knew.
More Time: A T...
2023-12-2425 minIf: Imagination & Fantasy PodcastMore Time: A Time Traveling Christmas TaleWhen Xavier's grandfather Horace dies, he leaves Xavier a mysterious watch and note indicating it's a time machine. Still grieving and full of unanswered questions, Xavier impulsively travels back to 1976 to meet Horace Horton, his grandfather, as a young man. But when the Horace of legend never shows up, Xavier seeks out his research partner Virginia Duan to try and make sense of things. Xavier comes to realize Horace had secrets he never shared, leading Xavier on a journey of self-discovery as he seeks to understand the man he never really knew.
More Time: A T...
2023-12-2425 min
State of the PodDreaming of Better Sleep
Have you ever wondered what happens when you sleep and how dreams come to be? Join us as we explore the science behind sleep, an activity that consumes ⅓ of the average person’s life. Learn about global habits that impact sleep, explore different theories about dreams, and (sleep!) walk away with a better understanding of the concept of sleep hygiene as we talk with Dr. Daniel Barone of the Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Sleep Medicine. It would be a nightmare to miss this episode.
By Evelyn Goldwasser, Gargi Rao, Carlin Reyen, and Isabel Walter
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2022-12-0218 min
State of the Pod505: Dreaming of Better Sleep
Have you ever wondered what happens when you sleep and how dreams come to be? Join us as we explore the science behind sleep, an activity that consumes ⅓ of the average person’s life. Learn about global habits that impact sleep, explore different theories about dreams, and (sleep!) walk away with a better understanding of the concept of sleep hygiene as we talk with Dr. Daniel Barone of the Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Sleep Medicine. It would be a nightmare to miss this episode.
By Evelyn Goldwasser, Gargi Rao, Carlin Reyen, and Isabel Walter
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2022-12-0200 min
Kpopcast: for the best sounds & ideas in KpopK-pop Top Hits: Blackpink, Jackson, SNSD, SUNMIWas Blackpink's "Pink Venom" really about oral sex? And does cultural misappropriation apply to Korean anthropomorphic bunny idols? We discuss current happenings and hits in the k-pop/hallyu scene at the end of August 2022, featuring guests KpopSociology and Virginia Duan.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE Catch Sunmi's Tour! https://www.officialkevents.com/sunmiHIT REPLAYS:Girls' Generation...
2022-09-021h 22
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#21 - Emocional na Pandemia l Série "Extraordinários cotidianos"No último episódio da série Extraordinários cotidianos, vamos falar sobre o que a saúde emocional durante e após pandemia, a importância de entendermos nosso retorno ao convívio social do ponto de vista psicológico e como anda a saúde mental de quem esteve na linha de frente do combate ao novo coronavírus. Participações especiais do ep #21: - Tânia Silva, psicóloga - Melquizedeque Alemão, psicólogo Ficha Técnica Produção e Apresentação: Carolina Zemuner e Izabela Lima Edição: Virgínia Duan e Jo...
2022-05-2147 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#20 - Liberdade de Expressão e Democracia l Série "Extraordinários cotidianos"Neste EP#20 vamos falar sobre o que é liberdade de expressão, sua importância em uma sociedade democrática, a cultura do cancelamento e o que é tolerância. Participações especiais do ep #20: - Larina Rosa, jornalista do Diário da Amazônia **Ficha Técnica Produção e Apresentação: Carolina Zemuner e Izabela Lima Edição: Virgínia Duan e João Paulo Palitot Direção de Gravação: Virgínia Duan Arte gráfica: Izabela Lima Assessoria de imprensa: Virgínia Duan ...
2022-04-251h 06
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#19 - Violência de Gênero l Série "Extraordinários cotidianos"Neste EP#19 vamos falar sobre a violência de gênero, as definições desse modo de opressão, as principais formas de manifestação e vamos debater também sobre como você pode denunciar. Participações especiais do ep #19: - BARBARA MUNHOZ - GEPEA AUDRE LORDE ** Ficha Técnica Produção e Apresentação: Carolina Zemuner e Izabela Lima Edição: Virgínia Duan e João Paulo Palitot Direção de Gravação: Virgínia Duan Arte gráfica: Izabela Lima Assessoria de imprensa: Virgínia Duan ** PPK...
2022-04-011h 03
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#18 - Volta ao convívio social l Série "Extraordinários cotidianos"Neste EP#18 vamos falar sobre o movimento de reintegração social, após o período de reclusão devido à pandemia. Também abordaremos questões relacionadas a esse momento como ansiedade, depressão e o novo "normal". Participações especiais do ep #18: - Rafael Andrade: Professor - Shay Moura: Médica Referências citadas no vídeo: - Brasil e a fake news: https://canaltech.com.br/internet/brasileiros-sao-os-que-mais-acreditam-em-fake-news-no-mundo-diz-pesquisa-156387/ - Covid-19 e a desinformação: https://www.em.com.br/app/noticia/gerais/2021/06/20/interna_gerais,1278523/covid-19-brasil-e-terreno-fertil...
2022-03-1148 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#17 - Aceitação do corpo l Série "Extraordinários cotidianos"Em nosso primeiro episódio da série "Extraordinários cotidianos", vamos falar sobre o processo de aceitação do corpo e ouvir opiniões especializadas sobre o assunto. Participações especiais do ep #17: - Márcia Aguiar: Psicóloga - Bruna Paiva: Nutricionista Referências citadas no vídeo:- Gabi Oliveira, do PapoDePretas que fala da questão do rosto pela mulher negra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEOvcHPvvis - A autoconfiança é uma luta diária, bora ver Trecho da Gaby Amarantos no Saia Justa (GNT): https://www.youtube.com/watch...
2022-02-181h 07
Kpopcast: for the best sounds & ideas in KpopK-pop Hit Replays: ASTRO, Jackson Wang, Jamie, GOT, Eric NamWe offer some k-pop song recommendations and reactions for the first week of February 2022. Not Your Average Fangirls' Carolina rejoins the cast, along with the Mandarin Mama Virginia Duan. Plus, we discuss our favorite things in Hallyu for the week - including ATEEZ' tour, BLITZERS meeting ATEEZ, Jungkook's Instagram dance cover, the Hyuna & Dawn engagement, and DJ Jon's 2021 year-mix. DJ JON's MIX: https://www.mixcloud.com/djjonmaine/best-of-k-pop-2021-ultimate-mashup-275-songs/Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AOur Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co...
2022-02-091h 20
Our Voices--AmplifiedEpisode 3-Civility and Division in the Social Media Era and a little Alumni Love!Relax and enjoy this episode hosted by Sean Ferris from the Commonwealth of Virginia! Today Ann Duan (WA) sits down with Alexandar Church, Athvait Manikantan, Kemper Cole, and Terra Pilch-Bisson to reflect on how the algorithms are tearing us apart AND we'll hear from some CONA Alumni (maybe even a certain former Conference Director) welcoming us into the longstanding tradition of CONA excellence.We want to hear from more of you! All delegates, alumni, and friends should send story ideas, shoutouts, or just wishes for a great conference. Please send them as a voice memo o...
2021-06-2740 min
Kpopcast: for the best sounds & ideas in KpopA Discussion on BTS, Capitalism, & McDonaldsWhile many point to the #BTSMeal as one of the best corporate partnerships in modern history, it arrives at an interesting time: McDonalds workers are going on strike for better wages, and some ARMYs have noted McDonalds' less-than-stellar corporate social responsibility. So, for responsibly-consuming ARMYs or #kpop fans, how should they support the BTS McDonalds collaboration? We discuss with Amr - a labor rights organizer, Virginia Duan, and the gals of the BTS podcast, "Girlz with Fun." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1859 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#16 - Mulheres Instrumentistas l Série "Mulheres criando"Em nosso último episódio da série "Mulheres criando", vamos falar sobre as mulheres que contam suas histórias através dos instrumentos musicais. O PPKast vai falar com algumas mulheres instrumentistas da região Norte pra saber e compartilhar como é estar no setor musical, um segmento ainda muito masculino. Nossa convidada é a Laura Brandhuber, que é baterista, produtora cultural e integrante da banda Os últimos da Cidade de Ariquemes; e que vai falar um pouco sobre sua trajetória enquanto mulher instrumentista.Participações especiais do ep #16: - Solange Gurgacz é uma das idealizadoras e coordenadora do...
2021-04-3029 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#15 - Cultura Afro-amazônida l Série "Mulheres Criando"No novo episódio da série "Mulheres criando", vamos falar sobre a cultura afro-amazônida. A presença africana é forte em vários aspectos culturais na região Norte, mais especificamente em Rondônia, como culinária, música e religião. A influência afro não é apenas em elementos tradicionais. Hoje, a mistura de ritmos e crenças mostra que é possível trazer sons e outras manifestações culturais africanas para estilos típicos do Norte. Em Porto Velho temos essa influência e protagonismo de mulheres nas Escolas de Samba, povos de terreiros e nos povos tradicionais.
2021-04-2345 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#14 - Mulheres refugiadas e a gastronomia l Série Mulheres criandoEm nosso novo episódio da série "Mulheres criando", vamos falar sobre mulheres refugiadas, condição que é caracterizada por pessoas que se deslocam de um país para outro por motivos de crises humanitárias ocasionadas por dificuldade de acesso a alimentos, guerras, catástrofes naturais e até perseguições políticas. Vamos falar sobre pessoas que escolheram vir para o Brasil, mais precisamente para a Região Norte, em busca de acolhimento e condições de subsistência. E para entender mais essa situação, convidamos a historiadora e advogada Cíntia Paganotto, que atua como defensora e ati...
2021-04-1656 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#13 - Artistas Visuais do Norte l Série "Mulheres Criando"Em nosso novo episódio da série "Mulheres criando", vamos adentrar nas artes visuais produzidas na Região Norte do nosso País. Nós vamos discutir sobre a atuação dessas artistas, os desafios enfrentados na cena local feminina, além de divulgar os trabalhos rondonienses produzidos nas mais diversas formas de expressões artísticas, como o desenho, a pintura, a gravura, a fotografia, o cinema, a escultura, a dentre outros. Nossa convidada é a Bábara Ugalde, artista visual de Porto Velho, idealizadora do espaço Fulô, estudante de licenciatura em artes visuais e arquitetura e urbanismo; tend...
2021-03-2647 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#12 - Escritoras de Rondônia l Série "Mulheres criando"Iniciamos hoje a série "Mulheres criando" e, neste episódio #12, vamos trazer protagonismo às escritoras de Rondônia. Em nosso programa, vamos discutir como a literatura também é um espaço majoritariamente masculino e como isso tem relação direta com a pressão sociocultural sobre as mulheres no passado. Para contribuir com a discussão desse tema, convidamos a escritora, instrumentista e compositora Erlândia Ribeiro. Autora do livro "Superfícies irregulares" (Kotter, 2019), ela é uma das fundadoras do Clube das Escritoras de Rondônia.Participações especiais: A poeta e rapper Negra Mari; a doutora e ativista indíge...
2021-03-1246 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#11 - Mulheres na ArteNeste episódio vamos falar sobre as Mulheres na Arte, buscando discutir a necessidades do protagonismo feminino em esferas artísticas. Para contribuir com a discussão desse tema, convidamos a compositora, violonista e cantora Deh Mussulini. Ela é idealizadora de diversos projetos no âmbito feminino, como o SONORA - Festival Internacional de Compositoras.Participação especial: Domitilla Navarro, artista pintora de aquarela, podcaster do podale cast.ESTE EPISÓDIO FAZ PARTE DO PROJETO FOMENTADO COM RECURSOS DA LEI 14.017/2020 - LEI ALDIR BLANC - POR MEIO DA PREFEITURA DO MUNICÍPIO DE PORTO VELHO - FUNCULTURAL. **
2021-02-2650 min
PPKast - Um podcast feminista#10 - EcofeminismoNeste episódio vamos falar sobre o Ecofeminismo, um movimento em defesa do meio ambiente e valorização da vida de todos os seres. Para contribuir com a discussão desse tema que vem ganhando notoriedade nos debates sociais, convidamos a ecofeminista Tabata Iglesias, uma das grandes influenciadoras do veganismo no Brasil, cozinheira e empreendedora no projeto "Um sonho de coxinha". Ela irá partilhar conosco suas reflexões sobre esse movimento e como o veganismo modificou sua relação enquanto chef de cozinha e cidadã. Participação especial: Larissa Zuim, vegana, doutoranda em geografia e pesquisadora sobre mulheres e r...
2021-02-1243 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 20: Why We Love Kim SeokjinIn the 20th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Edward Walrod, discuss their love of Jin, his kindness, and how he breaks the mold of what it means to be a K-pop idol.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Edward Walrod (he/him/they/them) is an avocado hating millennial Korean American originally from Seoul and is now in Chicago w...
2020-06-2255 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 19: How to Protest Like BTSIn the 19th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Edward Walrod, discuss how BTS has protested in the past and present, the different ways we can protest, and how we can model our protesting after BTS.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Edward Walrod (he/him/they/them) is an avocado hating millennial Korean American originally from Seoul and is n...
2020-06-151h 04
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 18: BTS, BLM, and Performative ActivismIn the 18th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Jeff Harry, discuss how K-pop stans have disrupted hateful hashtags, have pressured idols like BTS to speak out for Black Lives Matter, and the dangers of performative activism.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Jeff Harryhttps://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/YT: https://youtube.com/user/jchuche
2020-06-0849 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 17: BTS and Using Your PlatformsIn the 17th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Jeff Harry, discuss how BTS use their platforms and how we can model ourselves after them to speak out against injustice.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Jeff Harryhttps://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/YT: https://youtube.com/user/jchucheFB: https://facebook.com/jeff.harry.7315
2020-06-011h 04
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 16: Singularity, Masks, and TheologyIn the 16th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Dr. Michael Sepidoza Campos, discuss the Singularity, masks, personas, and how it relates to the Trinity, gods, and idols.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Dr. Michael Sepidoza Campos[affiliate link] Check out his book: Queering Migration Towards, From, and Beyond AsiaFollow us o...
2020-05-2554 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 15: Racism, BTS, and the Model Minority MythIn the 15th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Jeff Harry, discuss the effects of racism and the Model Minority Myth on BTS and Asian Americans.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Jeff Harryhttps://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/YT: https://youtube.com/user/jchucheFB: https://facebook.com/jeff.harry.7315TW: https://t...
2020-04-2756 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 14: BTS and Love YourselfIn the 14th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she and special guest, Jeff Harry, discuss the concept of Love Yourself, BTS, and what loving yourself and knowing yourself have to do with each other.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.GUEST HOST:1) Jeff Harryhttps://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/YT: https://youtube.com/user/jchucheFB: https://facebook.com/jeff.h...
2020-04-061h 00
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 13: BTS and ExpansivenessIn the 13th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses how BTS is expansive and inclusive in their art, secure in their position, and models how to "competition."Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-03-3028 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 12: How I Use BTS for HealingIn the 12th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses how she uses BTS for healing and comfort when she has anxiety.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-03-2323 min
Chief Executive AuntieEpisode 17: Freelance Writer and BTS Stan Virginia DuanEpisode Recap:Virginia and I talked aboutHow her blogging career started (1:48)How she homeschools four children in Mandarin (5:45)Her social media management work and partnership with Sagebooks (13:35)The importance of a supportive partner (26:27)Managing multiple freelance gigs (33:35)Guest Bio:Virginia is a writer, blogger, and bilingual homeschooling mom of 4 based in the Bay Area.Links and Resources:Virginia’s blog, Mandarin MamaVirginia’s YouTube channelVirginia’s TwitterVirginia’s InstagramVirginia’s Facebook pageVirginia’s Contently portfolioGuavarama’s blogStay in Touch:To...
2020-03-2349 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 11: BTS ON, N.O, and the Evolutionary Imperative to MateIn the 11th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses the new BTS title track "ON," their old song "N.O," and the evolutionary imperative to mate.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-02-2424 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 10: How to Be a BTS FanIn the 10th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses how to be a good BTS fan and what that means.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-02-1723 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 09: j-hope, Outro: Ego, and FateIn the 9th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses j-hope, Outro: Ego and its lyrics, as well as fate and time travel.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-02-1029 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 08: Self Care for BTS FansIn the 8th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses how to practice self care as a BTS fan.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-02-0322 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEp 07: Sex and BTSIn the 7th episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses sex, masculinity, Asian male bodies, and how it relates to BTS.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-2727 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 06: Am I Too Old to Like BTS?In the sixth episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she answers the question, "Am I too old to like BTS?"Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-2424 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 05: First Deaths and BTS Black SwanIn the fifth episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses the lyrics of BTS's Black Swan and first deaths.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-1830 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEP 04: Can You Be a Feminist and Still Like BTS?In the fourth episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses whether you can be a feminist and still like BTS.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-1830 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEp 03: How to Make BTS ARMY FriendsIn the third episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses where you can meet and make friends with other older female BTS fans (Noona ARMY).Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-1227 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEp 02: SUGA, Interlude: Shadow, and BTS LyricsIn the second episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she discusses SUGA, his background, and his lyrics in "Interlude: Shadow" and how they connect to his other songs.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-1232 min
Noona ARMY PodcastEp 01: BTS ARMY Origin StoriesIn this inaugural episode hosted by writer and BTS stan Virginia Duan of Mandarin Mama, she tells three origin stories: how this podcast came to be, how she found BTS, and how she became a BTS fan.Noona ARMY Podcast discusses the particular challenges and aspects of being a middle aged female fan of K-pop global sensation BTS.Follow us on socials:https://mandarinmama.com/noona-army-podcastTw: @TheMandarinMamaIG: @TheMandarinMamaFB: @MandarinMamaYT: https://youtube.com/c/MandarinMama
2020-01-1124 min
The Mom Forum With Elisha BeachConfronting Hurt And Anger From Your Childhood With Virginia DuanVirginia Duan is a Tawainese American raising her multi-ethnic family in the Bay Area of CA. She “begrudgingly” homeschools her 4 children in english and chinese and still finds the time to write on her Blog Mandarin Mama. Virginia dispels some myths about being a homeschooler, discusses her love of BTS and shares about her recent “midlife crisis” and confronting the hurt and anger from her childhood.
You can find Virginia on social media at..
https://www.instagram.com/themandarinmama/
https://twitter.com/TheMandarinMama
https://www.facebook.com/MandarinMama/
We are so grateful to have you...
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