Best That Annoying Couple Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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CST 718: Everything Annoys Mac and Katherine 1:12:01

7h ago1:12:01

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CST 718: Everything Annoys Mac and Katherine Mac and Katherine are on the road, they have uncomfortable conversations about prayer, and Furiosa is amazing but also really weird? Movies & TV: Furiosa Sugar - Apple TV French Girl Games: We’re Not Really Strangers: couple’s edition Sam & Mena’s registry Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other gr…

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Asian vs. American Kitchens // How much did that Rice Cooker cost?! 1:00:50

2h ago1:00:50

1:00:50

We're back after our first ever unscheduled week off. Did you miss us? Don't freak out, we're not breaking up. Never. On this week's episode, we compare an Asian Kitchen versus a standard Western American kitchen. Oh boy did we have a good time recording this LOL. Ben upsets his dad with bad soda. Lingjie wants his niece to turn off the radio. Come…

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CST 717: The Tombstone Show 1:34:28

3h ago1:34:28

1:34:28

Audio issues, Max’s gross bump, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and more Tombstone talk than you can shake a six-shooter at. Movies & TV: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes The Idea of You Clarkson’s Farm Tombstone Sam & Mena’s registry Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Pacem in Terris Retreat Center Picnic Blanke…

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Top Asian American Moments in History // HAPPY AAPI HERITAGE MONTH! 1:03:28

9h ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Happy AAPI Heritage Month! We tried our best to name some of our favorite Asian American contributions from history but things devolved very quickly. Still worth a listen or your money back! Ben offers a vast selection of pills. Lingjie misses Yahoo Games. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. -------------------------------------------FOLLOW US …

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CST 716: It’s about Community 1:27:26

2d ago1:27:26

1:27:26

Camping trips, seeing Jude, Mother’s Day, The Fall Guy is the best!, and we lament about not plugging into the community. Movies & TV: The Fall Guy The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare No Country for Old Men The Boys on the Boat Books: Jayber Crow by Wendyl Berry State Parks: Claytor Lake State Park Sam & Mena’s registry Ben’s short film: Somethin…

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Special: Engaged at 18 57:14

5h ago57:14

57:14

In the first episode of Sam and Mena's podcast, they introduce themselves and tell their love story so far. Stay tuned! More episodes of Engaged at 18

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Growing up BLASIAN with Ryan Alexander Holmes 1:05:59

12d ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Ryan Alexander Holmes is a Blasian Adonis and he's probably going to live forever. Before the rest of us turn to dust, we chat with him about living life while trying to balance both his cultures. Ryan knows his Grandma is the real star. Lingjie hates speaking chinglish. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. www.instagram.com/ryanalexh www.tiktok…

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Asian News Update: $1.3 Billion Lottery Winner / Lots of Panda News / Taiwanese Insurance Fraud Fail 1:07:22

12d ago1:07:22

1:07:22

Happy AAPI Heritage Month everyone! Just in time for our monthly Asian News. $1.3 Billion lottery jackpot goes to a deserving Asian man. It's Panda-monium today because we've got so much worldwide panda news. Ben thinks everything is a shot glass. Lingjie hates the H-mart parking lot. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. ------------------------…

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PAYING BACK our Asian Parents 57:57

11d ago57:57

57:57

We may be bad podcasters but we think we're pretty decent sons. On this week's episode, we discuss how we can all pay back our parents for everything they've given us. Is time more valuable than money? Ben has an expensive cell phone plan. Lingjie loves premium fried chicken. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. --------------------------FOLLOW …

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CST 715: Echo Chamber of Vapidness 1:21:59

12d ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Car issues, raised bed gardening, and a never-ending tennis season consume our week. We consume Civil War and Fallout as we ponder the profundity of knowing who made the world. Movies & TV: Civil War (in theaters now) Fallout (Amazon Prime Video) Books: A History of the Island by Eustice Plough Sam & Mina’s registry Ben’s short film: Something’s Ou…

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What is the Korean HAN 한 ? / Generational Anger and Sorrow 1:02:12

19d ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Yes, Ben is generally an angry person. But is that really his fault? Or should he blame it on his Korean Han 한 . It's a feeling of sorrow and anger that's shared among generations of Korean people. Ben did a lot of research for this episode so you better tune in. Lingjie has an angry wife. Ben gets food poisoning. Come listen to The Worst Asian Pod…

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CST 714: We Have a Leaf Problem 1:23:13

1M ago1:23:13

1:23:13

After almost three weeks, we regale you with wasabi accidents, low canine platelet counts, and an abundance of leaf-blowers. We’ve watched lots of stuff to various levels of enjoyment and Katherine reads a book about mothers that hits a hopeful (and emotional) note. Movies & TV: 3 Body Problem (Netflix) Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Musica (Hulu) Fal…

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Who are the SPICIEST Asians? And who are the weakest? 1:02:33

2M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

It's a SPICY episode today. Which Asians reign supreme when it comes to eating spicy food? And which Asian countries have the weakest spice tolerance. We've got your pseudo facts ready. Ben reminisces about the infamous mala girl. Lingjie hates his power washer. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. --------------------------FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE …

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Asian News Update: The Happiest Asians Are ? / Sushi Vandalism / First Asian Bachelorette 59:54

2M ago59:54

59:54

So much Asian news, so little Asian time. The UN releases a report ranking the happiest countries. Where do all the Asians countries fall? The first Asian Bachelorette premieres but is an Asian Bachelor ever happening? Ben loses his mind at the post office. Lingjie sleeps in the attic. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. -----------------------…

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CST 713: Justified Ineptitude 1:04:58

2M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Jude is home! The table has left the building! Kat & Jennifer go camping, Supercell is very “B”, Manhunt isn’t as good as everyone says and Brideshead Revisited deserves attention. Movies & TV: Supercell Manhunt Anatomy of a Murder Books: Brideshead Revisited Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Sam’s Instagram Pacem i…

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ASIAN PET PEEVES: Things That Annoy Us 1:04:32

1M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Everyone has their pet peeves. But Asians have a unique group of things that really get us worked up. We go over some of the most common ways to annoy Asian people. Lingjie bows 179 degrees. Ben eats expired salad dressing. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. www.mavenscreamery.com -------------------------------------------FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE…

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CST 712: It’s OK, I Used A Sharpie 1:25:06

2M ago1:25:06

1:25:06

Jude turns 15 and gets a visit from Ben, Katherine has a tea with the book club ladies, American Fiction is super sharp but problematic, and A Severe Mercy deserves a reread every decade or so. Movies & TV: American Fiction Resident Alien Books: The Ferryman by Justin Cronin Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Sam’s I…

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ASIAN LOVE LANGUAGE: How do Asians express their love? 1:00:38

2M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Nothing says I love you like yelling at you until you become a better person. Aside from that, how else do Asian people culturally express their love towards someone. Whether it be family, friends, partners, or even coworkers. We have a unique and sometimes toxic way of saying I LOVE YOU. Ben gets yelled at while sucking face. Lingjie eats dinner a…

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ASIAN ANIMALS, ASIAN ANIMALS, ASIAN ANIMALS 1:03:53

2M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

Asian animals, Asian animals, Asian animals. Enough said, Asian animals. You know this is going to be a good episode. Go click play already. Ben loves ad blockers. Lingjie loves naturally encased chicken sausages. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. https://ginsabrands.com/ -------------------------------------------FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE @WorstA…

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Why are Asians SO SMART? 1:00:17

2M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Yes it's a stereotype that Asians are smart but there might be some truth to it. Are we born smart or is it something environmental? How much school is too much school? We also rank the list of top Asian countries by IQ. Ben had big dreams in high school. Lingjie has a lot of disclaimers. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. https://www.taaf.org…

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CST 711: I Don’t Know How Babies are Made on that Planet, but I Bet it Ain’t Good 59:43

3M ago59:43

59:43

Katherine is getting a little better, we get an unexpected update on Jude, Dune Part 2 is worth the trip to the theater and we talk about the importance of thinking about the next step. Movies & TV: Dune Part 2 Mr. Holmes The Awful Truth Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Sam’s Instagram Pacem in Terris Retreat Cente…

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Deathbattle: Korean vs Chinese Vacations (Panda Panda Panda) 1:00:13

2M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Things haven't been this heated on a Deathbattle episode for awhile. Who's country reigns supreme when it comes to vacations? Ben wishes he could hug a panda. Lingjie has ants not in his pants. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. -------------------------------------------FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE @WorstAsianPod► WEBSITE: www.worstasianpod.com► INST…

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CST 710: Quality of Mercy is Not Strained 1:39:53

3M ago1:39:53

1:39:53

The Barrons travel to Scranton to visit Jude, Kat is sick, and SAM GETS ENGAGED! We talk about True Grit, Miss Potter, and an abundance of English regency-era entertainment. For Catholic Stuff we talk about True Grit and Merchant of Venice as a double feature on looking at Justice and Mercy. Movies & TV: True Grit Emma (movie with Gweneth Paltrow) …

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Asian News Update: Miss Japan Scandal / AI Boyfriends / Dog Meat Banned in Korea 1:03:09

3M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

Our monthly Asian news update is back. What's the scandal surrounding Miss Japan 2024? Who's going to free the trapped whales in Japan? And should you be afraid of A.I. stealing your spouse? Ben misses 25 cent bags of chips. Lingjie ponders about air holes. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast. -------------------------------------------FOLLOW US…

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Average Asian Dudes ft. THE FUNG BROS (David and Andrew Fung Interview) 1:24:07

3M ago1:24:07

1:24:07

Welcome Youtube royalty, THE FUNG BROS aka David and Andrew Fung. For over a decade, they've been at the forefront of Asian American culture and representation on the internet. We talk about all aspects of that journey and what the future holds. Ben is a Korean Chris Pratt. Andrew is an air fry master. Lingjie hates parking garages. And David is st…

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ASIAN DON'T RAISIN: Anti-aging Beauty Secrets from Two Average Guys 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

Asian people stay young forever, that's proven science. Who better to tell you the secret to eternal youth than two average looking Asian guys. We've got your 10 step skin routine that only takes 4 hours daily. Lingjie drinks bird spit. Ben's moving to Vatican city. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. -------------------------------------------…

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CST 709: The Tickle 1:10:47

4M ago1:10:47

1:10:47

Mac suffers the grind and the tickle (not a euphemism), Sam is back in town, Argyl is not worth your time, but Self-Reliance and The Guard are, and we wax nostalgic over how great (and peppered with faith) the show ER was. Movies & TV: Argyl Self-Reliance The Guard ER Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Sam’s Instagra…

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Lunar New Year Special: EVERYTHING fun about the Zodiac Animal Signs 51:00

3M ago51:00

51:00

Happy Lunar New Year! Or let's just call it what it is, Chinese New Year. In this episode, we go over EVERYTHING you will ever need to know about the Zodiac animal signs. Who's going to be lucky this year? Tune in to find out where you fall on the animal hierarchy. Ben likes wood. Lingjie becomes a woodworker. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast…

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CST 708: Nice AND Sketchy 1:22:43

4M ago1:22:43

1:22:43

Kat takes Jude back to Scranton. We live the empty-nester’s life with the food subscription service to prove it. We show Jude what everyone compares his school to (Dead Poets Society), and we lament how modern society frowns upon early marriage…also we complain a lot about Monarch. Movies & TV: Dead Poets Society Monarch Season 1 Role Play Regardin…

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Top ASIAN Guinness World Records / THAT NOODLE WAS HOW LONG?!? 1:01:16

4M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

We grew up fascinated with Guinness World Records. Now that we're adults, we get to publicly talk about the best (dumbest) ones we could find. But of course they'll have an Asian spin. Lingjie likes girthy wasps. Ben loves the secret ingredient in Ikea meatballs. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. -------------------------------------------FOL…

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CST 707: Ridiculously Magical 1:21:08

4M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Sam becomes a working man, Mac & Kat take off to the mountains, Maggie Moore(s) is pretty dark, and we catch up on lots of emails from you, good people of CSTonia. Movies & TV: Maggie Moore(s) The Italian Job (2003) Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Sam’s Instagram Pacem in Terris retreat center Picnic Blanket Resto…

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THIS OR THAT? ASIAN FOOD #2: H-Mart or Chinese Supermarket? / Fried or Steamed Dumplings? / Japanese or Korean cars? 55:12

4M ago55:12

55:12

Who else is starting off the year by being continuously sick? Excuse the stuffy nose and hangover. Take a wild guess which one of us has which. We're back with another This or That episode. We didn't get a chance to go through all the hard choices within the Asian Food world. Lingjie keeps waking up at night. Ben tries to commit a minor crime. Come…

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Asian News Update: Too much boba tea is bad / Pokemon x Fendi / Beef Golden Globe Winner 1:06:09

4M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

We are both feeling horrible. Lingjie is sick. Ben is extremely hungover. Nonetheless we are here with your weekly dose of BS content. This week we go over the top (?) stories in the Asian community. Stay tuned and find out why drinking too much boba tea is bad for you. Lingjie hates Teslas. Ben gets a scare at the doctors. Come listen to The Worst…

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CST 706: An Apocalypse & An Epiphany 1:26:24

5M ago1:26:24

1:26:24

Our week is bookended by parties, Die Hard+Towering Inferno = Skyscraper and Kat has thoughts…lots of thoughts… on Barbie. Movies & TV: Skyscraper Godzilla (2014) Barbie Macbeth Twelfth Night Ben’s short film: Something’s Out There Other great stuff we like: Sam’s Instagram Pacem in Terris retreat center Picnic Blanket Restoration of Christian Cult…

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Top Asian Snacks of our Childhood 1:07:23

5M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Given how so many people are starting a New Year's fitness resolution, we thought it'd be a highly inappropriate time to discuss our favorite Asian snacks. This episode is light and fun but calorically heavy. Also, we used way too much brain power defining what constitutes a "snack". Ben sleeps 23 hours. Lingjie opens his December credit card bill.…

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CST 705: Bar Stool Wisdom from St. Teresa 1:09:38

5M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

Barron Christmas recap, Last Night in Soho is disappointing, Shakespeare in Love is more problematic that we remember, but just as entertaining as ever, and we look back over the past year and hope (with a little help from St. Teresa) for the new one. Movies & TV: Last Night in Soho Shakespeare in Love Airplane Klaus Gremlins RosaryArmy.com/donate …

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We took a personality test! (Subscription Bonus Freebie) 1:05:07

4M ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Happy holidays everyone! No new new episode this week because we're taking the week off to enjoy time with our families. Instead, we're going to release one of our paid subscription episodes for you to enjoy (or hate). We'll be back next week with brand new episode. See you soon all in 2024. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US EVE…

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CST 704: Kat’s Emotional Lead-Up to Christmas 1:09:52

5M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

We get Jude home, despite his best efforts, Tristan & Cheyenne’s party was a delight, Fred Claus was not, Leaving the World Behind gets top marks for style and tension, but not for a satisfying resolution, and Regina Doman reminds us how to incrementally take our advents to a more traditional level. Movies & TV: Fred Claus Love Actually Leaving the…

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This is the end .................................. of 2023 1:07:57

5M ago1:07:57

1:07:57

We have sad news. It's been a crazy journey but all things must come to an end. I'm talking about 2023. Stop thinking whatever you thought for a second. We're taking this episode to reflect on everything that happened this year both personally and professionally. Then we attempt to recap some of the biggest Asian headlines in 2023 but fail miserabl…

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CST 703: The Rug Situation 1:06:52

6M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Kat is disappointed with a rug purchase but is super-proud of our clean blinds, Mac revisits Die Hard 35 years after his first viewing, Four Christmases is pretty good, Kat recommends two older movies and we try to untangle a knot of issues revolving around feminism in the modern world. Movies & TV: Die Hard Four Christmases The Bachelor and the Bo…

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The Worst Asian Christmas Episode! 1:00:25

5M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Happy Holidays! It's that time of the year. It's peak capitalism season! And we're giving you some of our favorite gift ideas for that special someone in your life, Asian or not. Lingjie overstuffs burritos. Ben's alarm clock flies away. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. -------------------------------------------FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE @WorstAs…

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CST 702: The World is Crazy, Ya’ll! 1:36:46

6M ago1:36:46

1:36:46

Kat is going to a chiropractor, we are treated to breakfast with some great listeners, Ben is almost all moved out, Lady Ballers is a throw-back silly comedy, and Katherine ties her reading and watching together for a knot of insanity. Also, Rosary Army needs your support. Movies & TV: Lady Ballers The Women Love Has Won RosaryArmy.com/donate Ben’s…

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The PERFECT Asian American Date ... or not 1:00:21

5M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

If you had to go on a 24 hour date, where would you take them? We give you all the best spots to hit up for breakfast lunch and dinner. And maybe even a few extracurricular activities wink wink. Get your head out of the gutter, we're talking about KTV. Ben tries to save money. Lingjie can't find his sweatpants. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcas…

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Deathbattle: Korean vs Chinese Athletes / The most important stat is NET WORTH $$$ 1:03:52

6M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Which country has a better roster of sports athletes? Korea or China? On this installment of DEATHBATTLE, things get really heated over figure skating. Ben is not impressed by ping pong. Lingjie only cares about net worth. Come listen to the Worst Asian Podcast. https://www.hawaiicounty.gov/our-county/mayor/maui-recovery-assistance https://www.hawa…

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CST 701: You Think You Had a Big Thanksgiving? 1:01:30

6M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

The Barrons head to Swainsboro for a huge Thanksgiving. Jude is back in PA, Sam is driving a little red truck, Ben is moving out, and Mac is sporting new rims! Kat liked Penny Serenade, Philadelphia Story is a mixed bag, and Escape from New York is such an 80s time capsule. No mail, but we go on and on about a eucharistic procession and preparing f…

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ENCORE: We're All Bitter Asian Dudes ft. Paul Sun-Hyung Lee 1:22:23

6M ago1:22:23

1:22:23

We're stuffing our faces with Turkey this week so there'll be no new episode. But in honor of the newly released trailer for Netflix's Avatar, we're replaying our interview with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee. It was an amazing chat. Please enjoy. And Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. We're grateful for you all, insert heart fingers. You know him best…

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CST 700: Forsooth, Thou Art a Lusty Youman! 1:23:12

6M ago1:23:12

1:23:12

Kat takes the camper to pick up Jude from St. Greg’s, Ben signs a lease, Mac installs dust collection in the shop, Monarch is disappointing, and Robin Hood is lots of fun. Finally, we talk about the connection between formality and proper worship. Movies & TV: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Books: The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle Ben’…

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Feeling NOT Asian Enough, NOT American Enough 1:01:30

6M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

The whole underlying point of this podcast is that we are always stuck feeling not Asian enough while simultaneously feeling not American enough. Today we get a bit deeper into the why (plus a lot of tangents). Lingjie gets upset at other parents. Ben googles his last name. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. https://www.hawaiicounty.gov/our-co…

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CST 699: Everything is Awful 1:26:17

7M ago1:26:17

1:26:17

Kat keeps busy with work and executor duties and still finds time for camper-backing questions. Dreamin’ Wild is disappointing, and we talk about despair versus hope with current events in our church. Movies & TV: Dreamin’ Wild Penny Serenade Runaway Bride Blog mentioned: Article by Kevin Wells: https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/bishop-strickland-…

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