Accelerated by a global pandemic, youth are experiencing a mental health crisis unlike anything we've seen before. There aren't enough clinical providers. For every 1,200 students there's only one school psychologist. Lack of providers makes support inaccessible. Costs are high and waitlists are as long as 4-6 months Support is reactive rather than…

Part 2 of our conversation with Sharon! Last time on bamboo & glass, we focused on the beginnings of her content creation journey and the tribulations that came with the new chapter. In this episode, we'll chat more about specifically confidence and self-love, and how they go hand-in-hand with putting yourself out there both online and offline, esp…

Posting online is scary - especially when you come in with preconceived notions of what it means to gather a following and to put work into that. We spoke with Sharon Lee, a TikToker best known for her LA recs, loving advice from her dad, and hot takes on media, about her journey into TikTok - how she hated (and still hates) influencer culture, how…

Reading the love story I got to introduce to millions of people on TikTok: "You May Want to Marry My Husband" Media mentioned in the episode My Wife Said You May Want to Marry Me link weekly, short newsletter: bambooandglass.substack.com Additional stories about love & loss Children Don't Always Live link What Does Daddy Cry About? link Years Ago, …

Previously on the podcast, Erica came onto the podcast to chat about how we can all level up our lives with side quests. As we dug a little deeper in our questions, at one point Erica shares that it gets into her life philosophy of believing the journey is more important than the destination (it’s even her go-to second date question). But what if y…

What holds you back from starting new things? Could reframing interests as "side quests" lower the barriers, expectations, and even the guilt of trying something totally different? Outside of Erica's 9-5 job as a senior manager of client strategy & analytics, she's also: performer at Disneyland, contestant on the baking show Baker’s Dozen, Ted Talk…

Malicious compliance, quiet hiring, worker hoarding, career cushioning, and quiet quitting are movements in the ever-shifting relationship between employer and employee in this economy. We break down what these terms mean, and talk about how social media influences our relationship with labor and autonomy. We end by talking about the most recent ro…

Have you ever wanted to hide a part of your identity or life from someone? As we grow older, we naturally become more aware of what biases and connotations our identity and history hold, and we could either look forward or be really reluctant to witness reactions and judgments from others. What if we took those insecurities, those what if’s, and le…

Last week, Da Eun asked for Sophia's advice regarding the workplace. Today is Sophia's turn to ask for Da Eun's advice. TODAY'S TOPIC: I notice that overall, you’re very proactive in maintaining friendships and making new friends. For example, there are many times when a friend from hs reacehs out and you make time to catch up. Also, when you see s…

Da Eun: We’ve been friends for almost a decade now, hard to believe, but we always have so much to learn from each other given our expertise, our lived experiences, and the synergy that is our friendship. Today, I need your advice, Sophia. Sophia: And I’ll need your advice, Da Eun, in the next episode. Hopefully, people can gain some more insight i…

"A professional change in midlife can provide a much-needed reset—at least when you’re looking for a career that more closely aligns with your passion. But finding what you love, especially once you’ve gone down an entirely different path, can feel impossible." On bamboo & glass, we talk about the abundant possibilities of who we can choose to be, …

"Would you rather like your crush more, or vice versa? If you couldn’t ask/share about someone’s age or career, what would you ask/share to get someone to choose you to go to Paradise?" Single's Inferno 2 was a fun show that also challenged our assumptions about others and our habits for how we present ourselves. We chat about: If it felt clear tha…

Career can be simple or it can be complicated. As we're getting older, we're realizing how much more common it is to take a chance on a new career path, but that doesn't make it any less intimidating. In this episode, we're sourcing from interviews we did in 2020 with fellow career changemakers to provide you with 6 things to keep in mind as encour…

Get to know our 2023 theme ("discovering the abundant possibilities of who we can choose to be") - and if you're new, get to know us and the friendship behind our 4-year weekly podcast! Episodes mentioned Here's How to Enjoy Meeting New People “Asian American podcast”: Duties & Possibilities How the American Dream Has Failed International Students …

While it's easy to focus on "highlight reel achievements" that make sense to others, we're here to 🥳 celebrate work in progress and internal victories that don't have to make sense to anyone but YOU. Whether you want to reflect on your own or with a loved one, here are some questions and conversation starters: Is there anything you've acknowledged …

There's so much we're grateful for, eager to release, and hopeful about as 2022 comes to a close. Vision boards are a great way to visualize your goals and hopes for 2023, so listen along and let's make one together! How to support bamboo & glass: 🌿Share thoughts and ideas with us via Instagram @bambooandglass 🌿Share our Instagram posts & episodes …

What does it take to tell a good story, make your friends laugh, and help everyone have a grand old time? Turns out, not much. Niles Wilson, resident storyteller, tells us his 5 tips to flexing that storytelling muscle, just in time for the holidays as you gather with loved ones and reminisce on some of the best memories from this year. Remember, g…

How do you create a sense of closeness and intimacy with your loved ones from afar? Even with technology like video calls and friendship lamps, there hasn't been a tool that enhances the love language of physical touch, or presence, the way that Tangible does. Our guest is Akshay, the founder of Tangible, a magical neck pillow that creates physical…

What stories about death and the afterlife did you grow up with? We chat with filmmaker Eleanor Cho about her short film Dinner is Ready, Korean folklore about death, and the connections between film and mental health. Watch Dinner is Ready. About Eleanor: Eleanor Cho is a Korean American filmmaker and graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts. …

We’ve been observing how content creators today choose to share which bits and pieces of their lives to share, and going through some reevaluations ourselves. So let’s talk about it - content creation and privacy - with our good friend, content creator & teacher Irene J. Kim! She dives deep into: what aspects of safety/privacy she is most concerned…

Ashikaga wisteria, yuzu, white rabbit, honeydew melon, brown sugar boba, chrysanthemum tea, vietnamese coffee, dragonfruit tea, white peach, candied plum, ube pancakes...if you want to fill your home (or a loved one's home) with these unique nostalgic scents, Baisun has you covered! We catch up with founder Brandon Leung about his journey building …

Excited to feel safe meeting people in person, but nervous about meeting new people? Want to enjoy meeting new people, fulfill your intentions, and build sincere relationships? We share ideas for what you can do as a guest before the event, during the event, and after the event. We also share ideas for hosts and for tricky situations...like how to …

Credit scores, loans, and other aspects of personal finance can seem predatory, exploitative, unintuitive, scary, and shady...and mistakes can feel shameful and irreversible. In this episode, Sophia shares the mistakes, moments of grace, and @yourrichbff videos that nudged her to learn the basics and take simple, safe steps towards saving and spend…

Buckle in folks, you're in for an intimate conversation on our parents: what it was like growing up with them, all the waves of woes and gratitude we feel over and over again with them, and how we navigate this dynamic when it comes to conflicts and boundaries. Related episodes: How I Befriended My Siblings Documenting a Legacy of Kindness & Curios…

How do American, Korean, and Indian/Indian-American dating shows differ? We break down the best moments of Indian Matchmaking, Love is Blind, The Ultimatum, and Change Days. (We've already done an episode about Single's Inferno.) We also chat about what's been on our TikTok FYP (For You Page) lately. Related episodes: Flirting 101: 10 Tips with Son…

The popularity of particular creators in the zeitgeist doesn't always match up with their realities. When they have thousands if not millions of fans but can't afford their next project, what can be done? Introducing Fanded, created by musician Travis Atreo: a licensed equity crowdfunding portal for musicians and artist to raise money through fan i…

"How do you publish new conversations every week for 4 years??" and "What's it like working with a close friend??" are the top questions we get! In 2019, we started with far less planning and knowledge than you may expect. But what got us here were our reflections, the creative process we've refined, our friendship, and the messages we've gotten fr…

Interviews! They're a doozy, and they're an integral part of the career process. Oftentimes, we are in the position of vying for their favor. But what if that workplace may not be the best fit for you? How can you find this out through the only outlet you have: interviews? We give you 8 red flags to watch out for when you're in the thick of intervi…

Think about the products and services you use every day - which ones are delightful, creative, and effective...versus deceitful, consuming, and effortful? We share examples from products we've used around the world, ranging from clothes and cooking to services and shopping. Episodes about the design of social media products: 189. The Age of Anti-In…

Do you struggle to maintain your integrity in your personal and professional life, yet face impossible dilemmas that force you to choose between your needs and values? Do you want to take the step from selling out to selling out ethically? If so, Lily Zheng (they/them) and Dr. Inge Hansen’s book, The Ethical Sellout, is for you. In this episode, we…

What does the journey of obtaining a visa and green card to stay in the US look like, when spread out over 13 years? MD shares how his passion for media and experiences as a gay man shaped his decision to move from Singapore to the US. He also sheds light on the challenges he faced while navigating the workplace, from getting support from leadershi…

Shamanic readings revealing past lives, unexpected dreams, unexplainable intuition...we share some of the miracles and coincidences we experienced, from 🔥least to 🔥🔥🔥most spicy. We end by reflecting on whether we believe everything happens for a reason, and how our belief shapes our willingness to take a chance on ourselves and others. Episodes men…

Only child Da Eun talks to eldest daughter Sophia about how her relationships with her siblings have evolved over time. Sometimes, it can be easy to take our families for granted, and here we see Sophia get to genuinely celebrate and acknowledge the growth in her family and points of admiration she has for her younger brother and sister. How to sup…

When you feel too busy to "play," you might actually need it the most. In this episode, we chat about childhood memories of play and how we can incorporate play into different aspects of our lives. About our guest: Daniel Kim is an LA-based actor and alumni of both UCLA’s School of Theater, Film and Television and of ABC’s 2019 Discovers: Talent Sh…

Today, we're talking about feelings. Not just any feeling. BIG FEELINGS. Through Liz Fosslien and Mollie West Duffy’s new book Big Feelings: How to Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay, Sophia goes through and shares some of her favorite tips when it comes to navigating despair, perfectionism, comparison, regret, burnout, anger, and uncertainty. We hop…

Have you felt lost and uninspired lately? We have. That's why we come together to exchange ideas about what has helped us to re-live moments of inspiration, find new inspiration, and tease apart the comparison that helps versus hinders inspiration. Recommended episodes 190. Career? I Don't Know Her: navigating career uncertainties as a creative 182…

BeReal, Poparazzi, Clubhouse, and many other social media apps have popped up recently to fill in gaps left by Instagram, TikTok, and Snap. Have you tried them? Do you like them? Do you wonder what it takes to build the next big social media platform? Based on our experiences using and building social media apps, we share: trends in social media, t…

Employers have job requirements - do you have requirements for your (next) job? Halfway through Milyza's sabbatical, she received an unexpected invitation to interview for a new job. She shares how she figured out what she wants out of her new job, and how she communicated those asks throughout the job search process (which can feel daunting...was …

Stories are all around us! But let's unpack what lessons we've been taught and patterns we've unconsciously internalized when it comes to storytelling. Are they outdated? What other forms or perspectives on storytelling are there? How do story conventions impact marginalized writers and communities? Listen to our discussion and reflections on Craft…

Writing a compelling personal statement is HARD! How do you convey the unique thread among your life experiences, and convert years' worth of feelings and learnings into something concrete? We've each written and edited dozens and dozens of personal statements - for college, fellowships, scholarships, and graduate programs. We share our tips for ch…

Friendships and our view/standard of them have evolved - whether it’s because of the pandemic, distance, or just plain old growing up. So here's our check-in with each other: how are we making friends as we enter our late 20s? What's refreshing and challenging? Whether you've been a longtime listener or you're just discovering us for the first time…

Do you find yourself shouldering a lot of responsibility, not just in the workplace, but in your family, friendships, and other relationships? We share examples of responsibilities we feel empowered vs burdened to uphold, and tools for re-evaluating, reprioritizing, and communicating new expectations about responsibilities. Episodes we recommend: 1…

Here are some of our tips and best practices when it comes to tackling the job hunt! How can your application stand out, how can you get in touch, how can you ace those interviews... we hope these are helpful in you snagging that next job! Enjoyed this episode? You may also enjoy: 🎙️82. Telling Your Story in Interviews ft. Karen Hou Chung Our caree…

What's been on your mind? For Sophia and her friends, everyone’s been feeling some combination of stuck, uninspired, powerless, exhausted, disappointed, angry, lonely, frustrated, and afraid. We hope these quotes from BIPOC creators can offer an encouraging perspective and help you see the light at the end of the tunnel. (Creators include: BTS RM, …

What hobby can help you escape into new worlds, imagine new realities, tackle challenges you're facing, and strengthen friendships? Reading! Da Eun and Sophia surprise each other with their opposite preferences when it comes to reading. By the end, we're excited to dive into the book the other recommended. Episodes mentioned: 129. Pondering anxiety…

The art of saying “no” is an important one! “No” helps you establish clear boundaries to protect your time and energy. But saying no can be so hard. In our conversation today, we’re excited to dive into different ways to tactfully, firmly, and gracefully say no! Recommendation: ⟡ @loewhaley How to support bamboo & glass: 🌿Share thoughts and ideas w…

An engagement, wedding, reunion, birthday, 1st in-person bamboo & glass event at her alma mater, and more - for Da Eun, April has been a month of reconnecting with others and also recalibrating energy dedicated to friends, career, creative pursuits, and fun technical challenges. Mentioned in the episode: Cheol - A Korean American Film by Joon Cho —…

Ugh! What does it take to get motivated? Why is it sometimes so easy and other times it's pulling teeth? We share 15 tips around: (Re)discovering the passion, the why, and light at the end of the tunnel! Evaluating your environment Deciding what steps you're gonna take Moving the needle, but... Sometimes, it’s not about getting motivation for that …

What makes cooking daunting, and how we can ease ourselves into the joy of cooking? We're 2 years into a pandemic, and definitely needed some inspiration from each other to enjoy something that can easily feel like an overwhelming chore! Enjoyed this episode? You'll also enjoy: 🎙️104. Making 떡 (tteok) with a Korean Sieve that Crossed the Pacific Oc…

It's hard enough to talk about recurring examples of racial violence with friends, much less figure out how to talk to kids about racism and our role in making change. Troublemaker, by actor John Cho and Sarah Suk, is a new historical fiction for middle-grade readers that can serve as an amazing starting point for conversation! Troublemaker follows…