Best Gaysian Podcasts (2024)

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LITERALLY, BEEF 2: A PETTY GAYSIANS SEQUEL 51:26

1d ago51:26

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We’re back with GAYSIAN RAGE 🥩. This episode is all about our BEEFs. Petty beefs and deeper ones. Beefs that will get us unfollowed. That will drive our Spotify rating down FURTHER. Join us as we unleash our anger at Joy Luck Club, dance floor sex, guys with husbands AND boyfriends, Above & Beyond, DJs who sing on top of their sets…and many more. P…

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Tell Me About API Organizing, Self Discovery, & Discovering Gaysians 29:57

8d ago29:57

29:57

In this episode X speaks with Gabby Abrazaldo. Gabby (they/them) is a Filipino American, Queer Trans Nonbinary creative, community worker, and academic. Gabby was raised by their parents and grandparents, who immigrated to Chicago from Quezon City and taught Gabby all that they know. Gabby's work is built on solidarity work and coalition building w…

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#48 Nuanced Activism & Standing for Something with Johnathan 1:28:53

2d ago1:28:53

1:28:53

In this episode, we're joined by Johnathan @jonahsahn , a pioneering content creator who began his journey in 2008. His unique perspective as a Black American and Filipino has made him a powerful voice at the intersection of Black and Asian identity. In 2020, he founded the Black and Asian Alliance Network, promoting solidarity between these commun…

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#47 Building Queer Asian Spaces & Community with Tai 1:03:29

12d ago1:03:29

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In this episode, we're joined by Tai, who is a freelance creative director. His hunger for building community ultimately led to the creation of Naarak in August of 2022, and he is now an event organizer in the gay API NYC nightlife scene. In this episode, we chat about: Community resilience and fostering an environment where gay API have an accepti…

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Literally, Gay-Presenting Asian Podcasters with Lee & Nuri 1:28:39

29d ago1:28:39

1:28:39

It’s the gaysian podcast crossover of your DREAMS (or nightmares)! Lee and Nuri from the “Why Won’t You Love Yourself?” podcast join us for pure CHAOS. We talk about finding each other in the gaysian podcast multiverse. Then, GET RAW AND REAL about Tumblr porn, social hierarchies in the gaysian scene, friendships/dating in your 30s, and SF vs LA fa…

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Asians for Sex Positivity: The Podcast, X's Episode 38:57

1M ago38:57

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This is a cross promoted episode where X is a guest on Asians for Sex Positivity: The Podcast. X speaks with Xixi Wang (she/they), Founder of Asians for Sex Positivity, where the two discuss what they've learned about polyamory, honoring our bodies and cultivating community in New York City. Learn more about Asians for Sex Positivity Listen to more…

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S5E4: The Power of Storytelling with Kristine Gerolaga (Sundance Labs Alum, Writer, Filmmaker) 33:37

1M ago33:37

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Check out this new podcast episode featuring Writer/Filmmaker: KRISTINE GEROLAGA! Kristine Gerolaga is a Filipina American filmmaker and actor. Her work has been featured on ATTN:, Amazon Fire TV, ALTER, Shudder, Fangoria, Rappler, and Vulture. Her short films were finalists for the TIFFxInstagram Shorts Fest and Justin Lin's Interpretations 2.0 As…

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Literally, KIM CHI with KIM CHI (SEASON 2 PREMIERE) 1:26:31

1M ago1:26:31

1:26:31

DONUT come FOR her, or she will DESTROY you! 🍩 Rupaul’s Drag Race season 8 finalist Kim Chi (@kimchi_chic) opens our second season - bringing peak unhinged group chat energy 💬. We learn what Kim can and cannot share based on her NDA, and how she’s setting the record straight on burritos, chicken feet, and the season 16 queens. When it’s time to get…

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Tell Me About Creating Space for Joy in Sex Education & Life 35:32

2M ago35:32

35:32

In this conversation X speaks with Steph Zapata. Steph Zapata (they/she) is a well-seasoned, award-winning, NuyoRican sexuality educator, & space creator. They have become a long-term catalyst for change within sexuality education through their radically intentional approaches that call out systems of oppression, and call-in individuals and communi…

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S5E3: Rommel Rojas (LA-based Actor & Screenwriter) 23:21

2M ago23:21

23:21

Check out this new episode with LA-based actor and writer, ROMMEL ROJAS! Rommel was born and raised in Davao, Philippines. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication and pursued a career in advertising. When the opportunity arose, he moved to the US in 2004. When his corporate stint ended in 2014, he rediscovered his passion in storytelling a…

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S5E2: Post-Sundance Blues with ACHIM MENDOZA (Filmmaker) 31:24

2M ago31:24

31:24

Check out this new 'Kiss My Mike' podcast episode featuring ACHIM MENDOZA. Achim is queer ex-Filipino-soap-opera-translator-turned-filmmaker, Achim’s passion for film started in his teens, when Marilou Diaz-Abaya, a renown Filipino director and National Artist, offered to mentor him. As a teenager, Achim would fly back and forth between his hometow…

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Tell Me About The Golden Age of Herbs 34:02

3M ago34:02

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In this episode X speaks with David Yu (he/him) and Kai Lim (he/him). Growing up in Singapore, Kai’s Po Po (or grandma) would force feed him bitter herbs like ginseng, which he absolutely hated. On the other side of the world, David was having a similar experience. He would go with his Grandma to Oakland Chinatown to pick up these herbs to prepare …

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Tell Me About Celebrating Our Non Cookie Cutter Lives Without “Shoulds” 35:07

3M ago35:07

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In this episode X speaks with Janine Kwoh. Janine Kwoh (she/her) is the owner / designer behind Kwohtations, a Brooklyn, NY- based collection of greeting cards and gifts that reflect and celebrate a diversity of identities and life experiences. She is also the author of Welcome to the Grief Club, an illustrated book on grief for anyone who is griev…

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S5E1: What's in & What's out in 2024! 10:19

3M ago10:19

10:19

Happy New Year Everyone! Check out this latest podcast episode to kickoff Season 5. In this episode, I share my thoughts on what's in and what's out in 2024! Hope you all enjoy it!By Mike Talplacido

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Tell Me About Building Case 84: Adopted in the U.S.A. 43:43

3M ago43:43

43:43

In this episode X speaks with Edward (he/him) Pokropski. Edward is one of the Executive Producers of Asian Comedy Fest - the longest running all-Asian comedy fest in the country - which celebrated its fourth year earlier this month with two sold out nights at Sour Mouse. Edward is also a Writer/Producer at NBCUniversal. He has been nominated for a …

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#46 Social Media and the Future of Queer Visibility with Mike Curato 54:43

4M ago54:43

54:43

This episode, we're joined by Mike Curato, a gay first generation half Filipino-Irish American author and illustrator of books. He has created many picture books for young children, including his debut queer young adult graphic novel, Flamer, and upcoming books centering diverse creators and audiences. In this episode, we chat about: The launch of …

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#45 Uplifting Our Chinatowns and API Creatives with Harry Trinh 1:11:48

5M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

In this episode, we're joined by Harry Trinh, a queer Asian American art director and experiential designer based in NYC, and the Head of Creative of Welcome to Chinatown. In this episode, we chat about: His latest work with Welcome to Chinatown Pivoting from corporate life into his mission-driven work Understanding the value of community-centered …

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Literally, Gaysian Math & Other Dilemmas (SEASON FINALE) 1:13:55

5M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

We’re closing our ✨first season✨ with the BEST GUESTS EVER: you guys! We’re opening the mail bag and answering questions from gaysians all over the world. As your jobless, single, and impulsive co-hosts, we know our advice is giving ✨unqualified✨. So this finale is a chaotic Korean army stew of SPICY TOPICS 🔥: What’s Gaysian Math? Should Gaysians p…

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Tell Me About the Female Freedom Fighters of Mexico 39:41

5M ago39:41

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In this episode X speaks with Daniel Fabelo and Diana Guizado. Daniel (he/him) is a Latino filmmaker originally from Austin, Texas. He is the son of Cuban and Puerto Rican parents. He graduated from UT Austin with a degree in Radio-TV-Film and, for a time, was a writer/director for online powerhouse Rooster Teeth. There, he directed numerous web se…

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#44 Building the Equitable Future of Work and Entrepreneurship with Susan Liao 59:09

5M ago59:09

59:09

In this episode, we're joined by Susan Liao, a product leader and champion of liberatory leadership working at the intersection of digital innovation, social entrepreneurship and non-profit impact strategy. In this episode, we chat about: Her journey into tech and product Navigating her life through agencies and startups Pivoting from the corporate…

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Tell Me About Your Healing Journey & Building A Community of Latin Artists 33:28

5M ago33:28

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In this episode X speaks with Polet Guzmán. Polet (she/her) hails from the town of Río Grande, Puerto Rico, where her artistic journey began to take shape. During her college years, Polet established her own brand, Muza, initially as a modest collection of screen-printed t-shirts. Over time, Muza flourished into a sustainable clothing brand, earnin…

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Tell Me About Your Sparkling Beverage Steeped In Korean Culture 35:48

6M ago35:48

35:48

In this episode X speaks with Hannah Bae. Halmi (a loving nickname for “grandma” in Korean) is a brand of light sparkling beverages inspired by traditional Korean flavors, and made with real fruits and spices. Halmi was founded by Hannah Bae (she/her), a NY native and daughter of Korean immigrants. She began brewing traditional Korean drinks that h…

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S4E12: A Sweet Tooth interview with Carlin James 7:46

6M ago7:46

7:46

Check out this brand new podcast episode featuring CARLIN JAMES. Carlin is an LA-based, Filipino-American actor who has appeared in shows like Better Call Saul, American Crime Story, and It's always sunny in Philadelphia. Carlin's new short film "A Sweet Tooth" will have its premiere at FilmQuest on November 3rd and FilAm Creative Film Festival on …

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Tell Me About Being Through Ceremony & Your Healing Journey 40:48

6M ago40:48

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In this episode X speaks with Joey Montoya. Joey Montoya (Lipan Apache) (he/him) is a multimedia artist, fashion designer, and entrepreneur whose work is aimed at increasing the visibility of Indigenous peoples. He is the Founder and CEO of Urban Native Era, a fashion brand aimed at creating Indigenous visibility through fashion and design. He is f…

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Tell Me About Writing Complex Stories & Directing IN WONDERLAND 42:11

6M ago42:11

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In this episode X speaks with Andrea Camacho McCracken. Andrea Camacho McCracken (she/her) is a first generation, Mexican-American writer and director, based in LA and Arizona. Her work uses genre to reimagine underrepresented stories, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and the complexities of the American Dream. With a strong passion for br…

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Literally, KUNG FOOD with Chef Jon Kung 1:08:54

6M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

Send noods! 🍜 We’re tackling every Asian’s favorite topic: FOOD. Jon Kung (@jonkung), self-taught chef, podcaster and dumpling messiah of TikTok, joins us to talk about being a third culture cook, tomato caviar sandwiches, cartoon meatballs, and his upcoming cookbook KUNG FOOD (preorder it below!). Plus, a quick round of hot takes on MSG and bottom…

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Tell Me About Building Peruvian Brothers & Starting with One Food Truck 30:11

6M ago30:11

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In this episode X speaks with Giuseppe Lanzone. As a two-time Olympic rower for Team USA, Giuseppe Lanzone (he/him) is the driving force on the business side to match his brother, Mario’s prowess in the kitchen. The brothers were born and raised off the coast of Lima, Perú, in a close-knit community of “La Punta” where family and the ocean reigned.…

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Tell Me About Writing Authentic Relationships & The Psychology of Touch 42:28

6M ago42:28

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In this episode X speaks with Jenny Xie. Jenny Xie (she/her) is the author of Holding Pattern (Riverhead Books), a National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree. Her short fiction has appeared in AGNI, Ninth Letter, Joyland, Adroit Journal, Narrative, The Offing, and the Best of the Net Anthology, among other publications. Her writing on design, trav…

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Literally, Boyfriends with Justin & Jason 1:15:34

7M ago1:15:34

1:15:34

Your hosts have been “in-between boyfriends” since 20$&**(redacted). For years, we’ve assembled Blue Apron dinners alone, snapping IG stories of our dominant fap hand on National Boyfriend Day. Yet boy relationships is our most-requested listener topic! So we welcome fiancés/friends Justin and Jason to show us what one queer relationship looks like…

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#43 The Value of Identity and Self-Expression with Haruka Aoki 1:00:23

7M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

In this episode, we're joined by Haruka Aoki, a queer Japanese artist and poet-illustrator, who takes us on a journey of self-discovery and artistic expression. In this episode, we chat about: The challenges of integrating into a new community The impact migration can have on identity and intersectionality The power of manifestation and the importa…

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S4E11: 1521 with Exec Producer, Francis B. Lara Ho 11:05

7M ago11:05

11:05

Check out my latest podcast episode with the Executive Producer of the movie 1521, FRANCIS B. LARA HO. Francis is born in the Philippines famous City of Love, Iloilo City. His father, Anotnio L. Ho was both a businessman and a statesman. His mother, Nenita L. Balaran was a teacher. Francis was raised and trained in a Filipino-Chinese family of entr…

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Tell Me About Running a Marathon Under Three Hours 35:06

7M ago35:06

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In this episode X speaks with Erica Stanley-Dottin. Born and raised in Brooklyn NYC, Erica (she/her) is a mom of two boys, a producer and 10-time marathoner! Erica is also co-captain of running crew Black Roses NYC, founded and coached by Knox Robinson. Over the past 4 years of her marathon journey, she's learned mostly from group training that mar…

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S4E10: Asian Persuasion - Interview with Dante Basco and KC Concepcion 5:44

7M ago5:44

5:44

Check out my interview with the lead cast of "Asian Persuasion," DANTE BASCO and KC CONCEPCION at the movie's WORLD PREMIERE at Soho International Film Festival in New York City. About Asian Persuasion Written by Mike Ang and Directed by Jhett Tolentino, the film tells the story of a down-on-his-luck Chef, Mickey de Los Santos, who cooks up a crazy…

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BONUS Content! The Peace Studio on Weaving Peace with Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng 32:04

7M ago32:04

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Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng is a peace educator and professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She is also the co-founder of three nonprofits: Ceeds of Peace, The Institute for Climate and Peace, and Peace Studio. This special conversation released on the International Day of Peace brings Maya together with her peace-building partners to examine the c…

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BONUS Content! Institute for Climate and Peace on Weaving Peace with Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng 19:48

7M ago19:48

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Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng is a peace educator and professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She is also the co-founder of three nonprofits: Ceeds of Peace, The Institute for Climate and Peace, and Peace Studio. This special conversation released on the International Day of Peace brings Maya together with her peace-building partners to examine the c…

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BONUS Content! Ceeds of Peace: Weaving Peace with Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng 20:53

7M ago20:53

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Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng is a peace educator and professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She is also the co-founder of three nonprofits: Ceeds of Peace, The Institute for Climate and Peace, and Peace Studio. This special conversation released on the International Day of Peace brings Maya together with her peace-building partners to examine the c…

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Weaving Peace: Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng hosts nonprofits roundtable on Bravethrough for Peace Day (FULL) 41:18

7M ago41:18

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Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng is a peace educator and professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She is also the co-founder of three nonprofits: Ceeds of Peace, The Institute for Climate and Peace, and Peace Studio. This special conversation released on the International Day of Peace brings Maya together with her peace-building partners to examine the c…

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Literally, KINK with Zed Sheng, Kink/Adult Performer 1:11:47

7M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

It’s FOLSOM WEEK! The perfect time to get *all tied up* in a convo on kink, BDSM, porn and sex work! Joining us is adult performer and kinkfluencer Zed Sheng a.k.a @toolboi, fresh from his first-ever Kink.com scene. We exchange our wildest Folsom memories and fetish curiosities. And Zed guides us through the pleasures of rope bondage, how kink foun…

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Tell Me About Art Transcending Time & Connecting People 23:59

7M ago23:59

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In this episode X speaks with Kirsten Liu-Wong. Born and raised in San Francisco, Kristen Liu-Wong (she/her) attended Pratt Institute where she graduated with a BFA in Illustration. She has shown extensively in numerous galleries both domestically and abroad and in addition to her gallery practice, she has worked with an extensive range of clients …

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Tell Me About Worldbuilding Spaces Where Folks Thrive 23:47

7M ago23:47

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In this episode X speaks with Ari Luna. Ari Luna (she/her) is an Afro-Latinx trans woman born and raised in Central Texas. She has almost ten years of non-profit administration experience, focusing on radical approaches to People focused work. Since settling in Austin, she has been engaged with various movement spaces and autonomous projects focuse…

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Literally, Being Real, Catching Up 55:15

8M ago55:15

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We’ve had little time to catch up on our own gaysian feelings. So this week - it’s a whole Be Real episode! Just your hosts covering their world tour of gaysian milestone birthday trips, the sexual tension on these trips, tough lonely unemployment days, and our parents changing (or not). Follow us at @literallygaysians on Instagram and TikTok. Host…

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Tell Me About Exploring Sex Without Shame or Judgement 41:45

8M ago41:45

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In this episode X speaks with Xixi Wang. Xixi Wang (shey/they) is an artist based in New York City. She is a graphic designer at TED-Ed and also the Founder & Creative Director of Asians For Sex Positivity, a digital organization dedicated to amplifying API voices and dismantling sexual shame. Connect with Xixi & Asians for Sex Positivity IG: @imxi…

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Tell Me About Educating and Entertaining Through The Bandit Queens 34:08

8M ago34:08

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In this episode X speaks with Parini Shroff. Parini Shroff (she/her) received her MFA from the University of Texas at Austin, where she studied under Elizabeth McCracken, Alexander Chee, and Cristina García. She is a practicing attorney and currently lives in the Bay Area. The Bandit Queens is her debut novel. Connect with Parini IG: @PariniShroff …

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Literally, the Great K-Pop Debate with Jack Choi, Derrence Lim & Steve Cha 1:14:33

8M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

GAYSIANS IN YOUR AREA! Three of our biggest K-pop stan friends come onto the podcast to reminisce about the rise of K-Pop in queer Asian culture. Then, we get into a DDU-DDU-DEBATE about the most under- and overrated songs and acts. When it’s time to be real, we dig into complicated feelings about the genre. So whether your K-pop knowledge is train…

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Tell Me About The Recreated Version of Your Fav Childhood Snack 25:52

8M ago25:52

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In this episode X speaks with Vivien Bang. Lei Musubi is a small, woman-owned business founded by Vivien (she/her), a Maryland native of Korean descent. She was raised in Georgia so everything she does has a touch of southern love! Vivien now serves up her favorite childhood snack to the D.M.V. area (aka DC, MD, & VA) where it's proven to be a big …

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S4E9: FilmBuffing with Justin Quizon (Writer/Director) 57:45

8M ago57:45

57:45

Check out this latest podcast episode featuring Filmmaker JUSTIN QUIZON. Justin is a FilAm Writer and Director based in LA. HE's the host of "Nothing New Podcast" with co-host Andrew Linde where they talk about their thoughts and opinions on film remakes. Justin's also a Writer and Associate Producer for "LUMPIA with a VENGEANCE," a film about a LU…

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#42 Collective Change and Community-Centered Design with Lee-Sean Huang 1:01:57

8M ago1:01:57

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This episode, we’re joined by an extra special guest, Lee-Sean Huang (he/they), a queer first-generation Taiwanese, Cantonese American designer and educator based in New York City and Providence. Lee-Sean Huang is the director of Design Content and learning at AIGA and a co-founder, creative director of Foossa, and teaches design and innovation at …

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Tell Me About Sex Positivity and Being a Non-Judgemental Auntie 36:33

8M ago36:33

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In this episode X speaks with Jayda Shuavarnnnasri. Jayda Shuavarnnnasri (she/they) is a queer Southeast Asian sexuality & relationship educator & artist. Also known as Sex Positive Asian Auntie, she helps liberate folks from sexual shame by creating space for authentic conversations about sexuality, relationships, identity and healing. The topics …

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Literally, anti-Gaysian discrimination with Jack Song 44:30

8M ago44:30

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Jack Song knew something was up when leaders at his former tech employer began shutting down his responsibilities. What happened next helped Jack find his voice for change against anti-Asian bias in Silicon Valley. He joins the podcast to tell us what he’s learned, how queer Asian folks can spot discrimination at work. AND, how to stand up to it (s…

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Tell Me About Living Outside of Society's Boxes 36:49

9M ago36:49

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In this episode X speaks with Claire Stanford. Claire Stanford (she/her) is the author of the novel Happy for You, which was named a New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice. Her work has appeared in The Rumpus, Electric Lit, Lit Hub, Black Warrior Review, and the Los Angeles Review of Books, among other publications. She currently lives in Reno,…

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