Best Lunch Break Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 72 - Thank You! 1:08

3+ y ago1:08

1:08

We're sorry to announce that this will be the final episode of the Lunch Break! Podcast. But, don't worry! We will still have episodes on our More Wong Fu YouTube channel coming out twice a month on Thursdays, of course. Also, we are still exploring other podcast opportunities, so be on the lookout for new developments. Thanks for tuning in!…

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Episode 71 - Lunch Break! Announcement 29:11

3+ y ago29:11

29:11

In this episode, we look back on Lunch Break! over the years and share our favorite episodes and moments. It's been nearly 300 episodes and we have a lot to talk about. We also share some of our new plans for the show and how we want to build upon it. If you want to go down memory lane, this is your episode.…

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Episode 70 - An Intimate Conversation with Harry Shum Jr. 1:01:50

3+ y ago1:01:50

1:01:50

In this podcast episode we have friend and collaborator, Harry Shum Jr. for a lunch date with Phil. He shares more insight about Asian Americans working in the film and dance industries and the future of Asian representation. You won’t want to miss this episode!

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Episode 69 - Jessica Almost Didn't Get Hired?! 20:44

3+ y ago20:44

20:44

We have another lunch date episode for you! This week's podcast features our producer, Benson and production coordinator, Jessica as they share more about their background and experiences. In this fun episode, they also answered some of your questions, so don't miss out.

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Episode 68 - How Well Do We Know the US States Geography 19:22

3+ y ago19:22

19:22

In this hilarious episode, some of the WF cast play a fun game where they try and draw US states from memory. They can all draw well but drawing states well—well that's a different story.

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Episode 67 - Advice for Dating During A Pandemic 24:54

3+ y ago24:54

24:54

Dating is hard sometimes, but it doesn't need to be harder than it currently is. For this podcast episode, we took some questions from our audience via Instagram and Patreon about dating/relationship advice during COVID-19. We tried to shed some insight into how to maybe approach meeting new people and going on dates (remotely of course) and how to…

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Episode 66 - Who We Were Before Wong Fu with Phil & Chris 16:47

3+ y ago16:47

16:47

What were you like back in school? We take you on a closer look into Phil & Chris' own past and what shaped them. In this fun episode you get a no "Phil-ter" version of us from Chris growing up in Florida to Phil talking about his high school days.

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Episode 65 - Learning About the Types of Imposter Syndrome 23:20

3+ y ago23:20

23:20

In this episode, we learn about the five types of Imposter Syndrome and whether any of us feel a certain amount of Imposter Syndrome. We try and understand how we might fall into the different types of Imposter Syndrome and how it affects our work and confidence among our peers.

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Episode 64 - Crush on a Co-worker? 15:04

3+ y ago15:04

15:04

Is everyone telling the truth or lying? In this fun and hilarious episode, we brought back our lie detector and put a few new faces in the hot seat. Find out who is telling the truth and you might be surprised. Or not...

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Episode 63 - Reacting to Scary Videos 16:41

3+ y ago16:41

16:41

In this episode, some of our cast watch some old scary videos. Though you can't see the videos in this podcast, you get to hear the screams! Be sure to tune in to the video on More Wong Fu!

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Episode 62 - Talking About Activism 25:37

4y ago25:37

25:37

It's a very interesting time as an American and as an Asian American. In this podcast episode, some of us share our experiences and our participation in activism politically, culturally, socially. We offer how, as a front-facing company, an inside look into being more engaged and feeling comfortable to share what we believe in collectively and indi…

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Episode 61 - Raising A Plant & A Praying Mantis During Quarantine 21:05

4y ago21:05

21:05

In this episode, we did another one-on-one conversation. This time with Wes and Jenn. They share about their experiences during the pandemic and bond over some shared interest to finding new hobbies. If you want to know more about Wes and Jenn this is a fun episode to get to know them more.

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Episode 60 - Talking About Skincare 24:36

4y ago24:36

24:36

In this episode, we share our personal history with dealing with skin issues and what skincare regimen we do to take better care of our face and skin. For those who want to brighten up and rejuvenate their face, this is the podcast episode for you.

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Episode 59 - Talking About Turn-Ons 30:01

4y ago30:01

30:01

What are your turn-ons? Is it physical? Is it a personality? In this episode, we share some of our turn-ons and what makes people attractive. We invited special guest Joon Lee, creator of "Ahjoonma" and host of "Quarantine and Chill" to share his thoughts on this topic.

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Episode 58 - Debating Each Other 25:11

4y ago25:11

25:11

In this episode, the cast have a fun little mock debate arguing for and against topics like who should be Phil's best man to why American cartoons are better than Anime...or worse. As you listen, you'll quickly find out we are terrible at selling our arguments. Special Guest: Mike Bow.

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Episode 57 - 2020 HBO APA Visionaries 24:55

4y ago24:55

24:55

This episode we invited this year's HBO APA Visionaries finalists to share their films and their creative process. We always enjoy helping give emerging filmmakers spotlight especially among those in the Asian American community. Be sure to check out their films coming soon to HBO and HBO Max.

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Episode 56 - Phil's & Benson's Weddings 23:05

4y ago23:05

23:05

This year has been rough for everyone. In this episode, Phil & Benson share experiences of planning their own weddings during a pandemic despite discouraging challenges. Phil & Benson have a one-on-one talk to share some of their not too well-known stories.

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Episode 55 - Best Childhood Snacks 19:47

4y ago19:47

19:47

What were your favorite childhood snacks growing up? In this fun episode, the cast swapped their own childhood snacks with one another. We brought a sense of new and familiar nostalgia to each other through savories and sweets.

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Episode 54 - What is a Simp? 27:19

4y ago27:19

27:19

In this entertaining and hilarious episode, we brought on our good friend and actor/TikToker, Brandon Soo Hoo to enlighten us on the slang, "simp." We also discuss its relations to other millenial and Gen-Z terms such as "nice guy," "sad boy," and "fuccboi."

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Episode 53 - Asking the Girls 25:23

4y ago25:23

25:23

Are you okay with guys making less than you? What are you opinions on makeup and the pressure of being "pretty?" In this episode, our WF ladies invite our dear friends, Christine Chen and Regina Fang to help answer your questions about womanhood and societal pressure as a woman.

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Episode 52 - Sharing Our Siblings 26:42

4y ago26:42

26:42

Growing up with siblings can develop your personality. In this episode, we invited our friend and actor Justin H. Min along with the cast to share their experiences as a younger and older sibling how it has shaped their character.

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Episode 51 - Lunch Date with Wes & Taylor 26:39

4y ago26:39

26:39

In this fun and lighthearted episode, we tried changing up the format and only have two people on the show. Wes and Taylor have a heart-to-heart conversation about themselves from their years of friendship and shared work.

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Episode 50 - Talking About K-Dramas 25:52

4y ago25:52

25:52

In this episode of Lunch Break!, the K-Drama experts in the office discuss their favorite K-Dramas and offer opinions and critiques about the recent love stories and heartthrobs.

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Episode 49 - Growing Up Vietnamese American 29:22

4y ago29:22

29:22

Did you go to Vietnamese language school? What are your favorite Vietnamese food? In this fun episode, Jenn invites friends Justin and Jason, Foodwithmichel and Foodwithsoy, to share their unique experience growing up Vietnamese American and staying connected their cultural heritage.

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Episode 48 - Our Dating Red Flags 23:30

4y ago23:30

23:30

In this week's episode of Lunch Break!, we share our "red flags" in dating and in our significant others. From poor cooking abilities to certain texting habits, we try to leave no stones unturned.

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Episode 47 - How the 2020 US Census Affects Asian Representation 17:47

4y ago17:47

17:47

In this episode, we give you a basic rundown and share the importance of completing the 2020 Census. We are joined by our friends, Tim Wang, Founder & Principal of TDW+Co and DANakaDAN.

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Episode 46 - 7 Second Challenge 17:11

4y ago17:11

17:11

We wanted to play the popular 7 Second Challenge game where we do random tasks in 7 seconds. Very quickly, this game descends into chaos. This is a more visual game, so be sure to watch the episode on the More Wong Fu YouTube Channel.

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Episode 45 - Talk About Money & Finances 29:03

4y ago29:03

29:03

In this episode, we invited good friend & BOPOMOFO Cafe co-owner, Eric Wang to give a brief intro into money and finances. We talk about topics like the meaning of money, our first encounters with banks and how to start building credit.

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Episode 44 - Who's Ready to Be A Dad? 23:01

4y ago23:01

23:01

As Father's Day comes around, in this episode, some of the Wong Fu crew talk about various topics about parenthood in the future. Exploring fun hypotheticals from first child to what kind of a dad each one will be.

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Episode 43 - Virtual Graduation for Class of 2020 23:24

4y ago23:24

23:24

It's a strange time we're living in and especially for the graduates who cannot attend their ceremonies in person. In this episode, we invited a few graduating students as special guests to discuss their last year at school, being affected by the pandemic. They share with us the experiences of graduating from home.…

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Episode 42 - Being Single During Quarantine 19:58

4y ago19:58

19:58

Last week some of us shared our experiences living with our partners during quarantine. Today's episode we invited our friends DANakaDAN and AsianBossGirl's Melody Cheng to join us and share the "single life" and going on virtual dates.

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Episode 41 - Relationships Under Quarantine 28:38

4y ago28:38

28:38

In this episode, some of the cast members who are in relationships discuss and share their experiences living under the same roof. From sharing the TV to cleaning the dishes to simply living on top of each other, there's a lot from being stuck at home that can affect us as individuals and as partners.…

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Episode 40 - Weird Things We Collect (Show & Tell) 23:35

4y ago23:35

23:35

In this week's episode, some of our cast members decided to share some of their possessions and the story behind them. Some are kind of strange, but you can be the judge of that.

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Episode 39 - Most Likely To... 18:31

4y ago18:31

18:31

In another remote recording session, some of our cast members play another familiar game, "Most Likely To..." It's another fun chat that takes you on an inside look into getting to know a different side of the Wong Fu crew.

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Episode 38 - YouTuber to Disney's Live-Action "Mulan" 27:14

4+ y ago27:14

27:14

In this episode, we brought on one of our friends and YouTuber, Jimmy Wong to share with us his experiences of being cast in Disney's live-action "Mulan."

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Episode 37 - Simple Pleasures We Miss While Quarantined 17:20

4+ y ago17:20

17:20

It's been about a month since we've been under the "Stay-At-Home" Order in Los Angeles. Though the cast thought this might've been a different lifestyle they might be okay with, they are definitely missing a lot of the simple pleasures the cast probably took for granted.

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Episode 36 - Cartoon Crushes? 17:59

4+ y ago17:59

17:59

In this week's episode, we play "Befriend, Marry, Kill" game with our cartoon crushes in our first virtual Lunch Break!By Cast: Philip Wang, Wesley Chan, Jenn Le, Jessica Lin

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Episode 35 - Would You Rather? 16:08

4+ y ago16:08

16:08

We play another round of "Would You Rather..." with higher-stakes scenarios. Would you give up boba or never pet a dog again?By Cast: Philip Wang, Wesley Chan, Benson Quach, Jessica Lin

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Episode 34 - Drinking for the First Time 22:13

4+ y ago22:13

22:13

We don't normally drink in the office but we made an exception this time. In this episode, we talk about our experiences with drinking and exploring its cultural aspects.By Cast: Philip Wang, Taylor Chan, Chris Yang, Jenn Le

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Episode 33 - Let's Talk About Coronavirus 22:55

4+ y ago22:55

22:55

In this episode, we try to share our thoughts about how the novel coronavirus, COVID-19 has affected our lives and our community. We also highlight what everyone can do to help us get through this together.By Cast: Philip Wang, Wesley Chan, Taylor Chan, Chris Yang

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Episode 32 - High School Reunions 13:21

4+ y ago13:21

13:21

Taylor went last year to his 10-year high school reunion. Its Benson's turn now. In this episode, some of us recount our experiences of high school culture and what has changed since.By Cast: Phil Wang, Taylor Chan, Benson Quach, Jessica Lin

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Episode 31 - Travel Habits w/ Travis Atreo 17:14

4+ y ago17:14

17:14

In this episode, we have invited our friend-collaborator musician, Travis Atreo to share experiences on tour and travel.By Cast: Philip Wang, Taylor Chan, Benson Quach, Travis Atreo

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Episode 30 - Who Knows Their Fiancé Better? w/ Helen Wu & Jessica Schleiger 21:18

4+ y ago21:18

21:18

In this episode, newly engaged couples from our office play a spin of the popular newlywed game by testing out how well they know their fiancés. Congratulations to Phil and Benson!By Cast: Philip Wang, Benson Quach, Helen Wu, Jessica Schleiger

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Episode 29 - Pop Music Trivia w/ Josh Fu 20:03

4+ y ago20:03

20:03

We think we're really knowledgeable about pop music...we couldn't be more wrong. This episode we invited YouTube musician & blogger, Josh Fu to play a few rounds of Heads Up testing our music trivia.By Cast: Taylor Chan, Benson Quach, Jenn Le, Josh Fu

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Episode 28 - Drawing Emojis From Memory 19:06

4+ y ago19:06

19:06

We all use emojis to communicate on social and know what they all mean—but do we remember what they actually look like? This episode, though mostly visual, we try and draw them from memory...or not.By Cast: Wesley Chan, Taylor Chan, Jenn Le, Jessica Lin

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Episode 27 - Trying to Learn Mandarin Chinese 14:19

4+ y ago14:19

14:19

Some of the cast wanted to try and learn some of basic Mandarin words and phrases. We're not sure if it went so well. You be the judge.By Cast: Taylor Chan, Chris Yang, Benson Quach, Jessica Lin

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Episode 26 - Stealing Each Other's Lunch 15:49

4+ y ago15:49

15:49

We played a simple "White Elephant" game for Lunch Break. If your lunch was stolen by someone, you took over their Instagram story. It's all fun and games until someone takes over your social.By Cast: Taylor Chan, Wesley Chan, Benson Quach, Jenn Le

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Episode 25 - Our Chinese Zodiac Signs 14:42

4+ y ago14:42

14:42

Happy Lunar New Year! Have you wondered why the animals of the Chinese Zodiac are in that order? Or whether you connect with your sign? This episode we explore some of the astrological traditions of the Lunar New Year.By Cast: Philip Wang, Wesley Chan, Chris Yang, Jessica Lin

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Episode 24 - Who's Getting Married Last? 18:47

4+ y ago18:47

18:47

Inspired by the "Truth or Text" game featured on Hasan Minhaj's "Patriot Act," we wanted to play the game. Like truth or dare, we're more willing to spill the tea over allowing our co-workers text on our phone.By Cast: Philip Wang, Taylor Chan, Wesley Chan, Jenn Le

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Episode 23 - More Things Girls Want to Know About Guys 20:19

4+ y ago20:19

20:19

Some of the Wong Fu guys answered some questions that women have about men and shared insight into how they can apply to relationships. This week’s episode is a follow-up to a popular Lunch Break video episode titled “What Girls Want to Know About Guys.”By Cast: Philip Wang, Taylor Chan, Chris Yang, Benson Quach

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