Beste Steven Wakabayashi Podcasts (2024)

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#53 Chosen Families & Breaking Asian Stereotypes with Louis Lee 1:03:53

1M ago1:03:53

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For this episode, guest Louis Lee joins us. Louis is the chief creative officer and co-founder of Bellweather, a strategy-led creative agency that specializes in transforming legacy brands in the non-profit healthcare and travel sector. Louis is passionate about helping brands thrive in an ever-changing landscape, particularly by expanding and dive…

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#52 Financial Literacy & Navigating Community Care with Leslie 1:04:00

3M ago1:04:00

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This episode we're joined by guest Leslie Xia. Leslie is a queer Chinese American graphic designer and art director currently working at Invesco. They have worked at Fast Company, Vice News, and Men's Health to Millie Magazine, focusing on finance for women, and finally moved to Invesco. In this episode, we chat about: The importance of personal fi…

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#51 The Evolving Nature of Social Media & Authenticity with ONCH 56:24

4M ago56:24

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This episode we're joined by returning guest ONCH. A multi-talented artist and jewelry designer. ONCH is a creative artist based in Los Angeles who makes amazing wearable art that goes beyond regular fashion. His unique pieces have been featured in a Biotechnology textbook by David P. Clark and in Vogue, as well as displayed in prestigious places l…

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#50 Drag, Self Expression & Asian Representation with Miss Shu Mai 1:28:33

5M ago1:28:33

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This episode, we're joined by Miss Shu Mai, a Taiwanese American drag queen. We delve into Miss Shu Mai's journey into drag, her dance background, and her experiences with identity and homophobia. She is a founder of the Send Noodz Party, an API-centric drag show in LA. In this episode, we chat about: coming out and finding acceptance the importanc…

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#49 Mindfullness & Ripple Effects Towards Justice & Equity with Kim 55:31

6M ago55:31

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This episode, we're joined by an extra special guest, Kim Thai @kthai6 . She is a community organizer and founder of Joyful Liberation Collective. They are also a mindfulness teacher, writer and an Emmy Award-winning storyteller! Tune in to dive deep into topics of identity, healing, and liberation within oppressive systems. In this episode, we cha…

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

7M ago1:28:53

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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

7M 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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#46 Social Media and the Future of Queer Visibility with Mike Curato 54:43

10M ago54:43

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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

11M ago1:11:48

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

12M ago59:09

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

1y ago1:00:23

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

1y 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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#41 Embracing Imagination and Manifesting Reality with ONCH 57:13

1+ y ago57:13

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In this episode, we’re joined by an extra special guest, ONCH, a multi-talented artist and jewelry designer based in Los Angeles. We chat about: The power of dreaming and creating a vision of our future Using a dream diary to record, capture, and realize everyday dreams ONCH's journey from Taiwan and finding oneself Setting intentions and manifesti…

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#40 Allyship, Accountability, & Performative Activism with Johnathan Gibbs 1:10:25

1+ y ago1:10:25

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This episode, we're joined by our lovely returning guest, Jonathan Gibbs, creator of the Black and Asian Alliance Network, a proud, gay, Black and Filipino American filmmaker, storyteller, podcaster, and gamer based in Brooklyn, NY. In this episode, we chat about: The importance of solidarity among marginalized communities Issues of performative ac…

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#39 Inclusive Healthcare & Showing Up for Our Communities with Dr. Jonathan Tolentino 49:52

1+ y ago49:52

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In this episode, we’re joined by an extra special guest, Dr. Jonathan Tolentino, Program Director of the Combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency program at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami and Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at University of Miami. We chat about intersectional healthcare and the importan…

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#38 The Transformative Power of Community & Joy with Kim Thai 50:11

1+ y ago50:11

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In this episode, we’re joined by a returning friend, Kim Thai, a queer Vietnamese writer, Emmy-award winning producer, social justice advocate, and mindfulness teacher based in New York. We chat about community building, cultivating joy, and her latest work with Ganeshspace, a mindfulness organization that creates healing spaces for historically ex…

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#37 Finding belonging at the intersection of art & activism with Haruka Aoki 1:25:33

2y ago1:25:33

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This episode we're joined by an extra special guest, Haruka Aoki. Haruka (she/they) is a queer Japanese artist, author and illustrator of children’s books based in Queens, New York City. Their narrative artwork, which has appeared in New York Times and the Washington Post, aims to inspire individuals with both wit and sincerity as their hand drawn …

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#36 Fire Island and the gay white gaze with Johnathan Gibbs 56:45

2+ y ago56:45

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In this episode, we are joined by a special returning guest, Johnathan Gibbs, to talk about the latest gay movie Fire Island, and also reflect on the harmful impact of the gay white gaze on our queer Asian communities. In this episode we talk about: Reflect on Fire Island movie’s representation of queer Asian perspectives and stories The gay white …

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#35 Journey into the world of design and creating inclusive toys with Linda Jiang 59:17

2+ y ago59:17

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Excited to be joined by Linda Jiang, a toy designer living in Los Angeles, California. In this episode, we delve into the world of the doll industry and the representation of gender-inclusive doll design. Linda Jiang (she/they) is a toy designer living in Los Angeles, California; unceded Tongva land. Linda’s work centers around designing inclusive …

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#34 Chasing perfection: body image, PEDs, and social media with Dr. JT (Jonathan Tolentino) 1:11:01

2+ y ago1:11:01

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We’re joined by Dr. JT (Jonathan Tolentino) once again to talk about our society’s obsession with the perfect physique. We chat about body and muscle dysmorphia, PEDs, the impact of social media, and how this ultimately impacts both our queer and Asian communities. Dr. JT is the Program Director of the Combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residenc…

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#33 State of COVID & healing our queer Asian identities with Dr. JT (Jonathan Tolentino) 1:09:48

3y ago1:09:48

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We have another beautiful episode chatting about COVID, our mental health, and our future. We're joined by an extra special guest Dr. JT, Jonathan Tolentino, who is the Program Director of the Combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency program at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami and Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Ped…

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#32 Rainbow-washing and performative allyship of pride 46:39

3+ y ago46:39

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This week, we're joined by our favorite Derek Tran once again to chat about the state of COVID, rainbow-washing, performative allyship, and showing up authentically. In this episode we talk about: Derek's Tinder profile. Yes. Really. COVID mask mandates going down in many parts of America Rainbow-washing and performative allyship from companies Goo…

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#31 Activism & Asian culture: showing up & calling in our community with Derek Tran 41:04

3+ y ago41:04

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Another wonderful episode with our lovely guest Derek Tran, to talk about issues surrounding activism, current-day events, and the Asian culture. In this episode we talk about: Flashback to Xanga? Livejournal? Our COVID check-in and thoughts on the CDC directive to remove masks in the US Trump's rhetoric that catalyzed so much of the Asian hate we …

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#30 Stop Asian Hate and addressing rise in anti-Asian hate crimes with Derek Tran 55:42

3+ y ago55:42

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Derek Tran and I chat about the rising anti-Asian hate crimes and what we can do to keep ourselves safe and sane during this time. In this episode we talk about: COVID and where we are at with vaccinations Issues with performative social media activists How allies can show up - with more actionable steps The intersection of mindfulness and activism…

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#29 Leading by example: compassion and mindfulness with Kim Thai 1:11:53

4y ago1:11:53

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This episode, I’m joined by Kim Thai, founder of ganeshspace, an organization dedicated to making mindfulness a more equitable space. We chat about the current politics of America, how we can show up with compassion in activism, understanding ourselves before helping others, and her journey of finding her queer identity after marriage. Enjoy! Kim T…

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#28 Storytelling and the richness of our Asian history with Randy Kim 1:22:14

4y ago1:22:14

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On this episode of Yellow Glitter, I’m joined by Randy Kim, a queer, second-generation Viet-Khmer American from Chicagoland and podcast host of The Banh Mi Chronicles, highlighting uplifting important Asian voices. We chat about the Asian diaspora, how to heal the trauma of our parents, coming out, the importance of storytelling history of Asian cu…

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#27 A graphic tale of honesty, darkness, truth and love with Mike Curato 1:13:51

4y ago1:13:51

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In this episode, we are joined by Mike Curato, a queer Asian author and illustrator, to talk about his latest graphic novel, Flamer, inspired by his own personal life story. We cover a lot of topics including, mental health, bullying, suicide, and the wave of intolerance plaguing our country, and also looking ahead at how we can all do better. Mike…

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#26 Paving ways & coming out in the world of hockey with Jon Lee-Olsen 1:02:15

4y ago1:02:15

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In this episode, we are joined by Jon Lee-Olsen, a professional ice-hockey player who made headlines as the first openly out player in Europe and third in the world. We talk about his experience coming out nationally, managing relationships alongside a sports career, and his experiences as a transracial adoptee. Jon (he/him) is Danish transracial a…

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#25 Moving mountains and the importance of visibility with Rain Valdez 57:24

4y ago57:24

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In this episode, we are joined by Rain Valdez to talk about her journey from the Philippines and Guam to the Emmy-nominated actress and producer she is today. We talk about her Emmy-nominated show, Razor Tongue, as well as her recent work on Disclosure highlighting the impact Hollywood has had on the trans community. We have a beautiful conversatio…

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#24 Discovering our voice & living our unapologetic truth with Amazin Lêthi 1:37:49

4+ y ago1:37:49

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In this episode, we are joined by Amazin LeThi, LGBTQ+ sports ambassador, former competitive bodybuilder, entertainment executive, and fitness author to chat about current events and her life journey. We talk about trans-racial issues, equity and representation in media, and body positivity, homelessness in our queer community, and so much more. Am…

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#23 Representation and equity in media with Ian Alexander & Vivien Ngô 1:34:51

4+ y ago1:34:51

1:34:51

I am joined by none other than Ian Alexander (Buck Vu of The OA) and Vivien Ngô (Trinh Phan of Queen Sugar) to talk about what it’s like being gaysian in the entertainment industry, their humble beginnings as children of Asian immigrants, and their latest thriller, Daughter. They share some mindful advice on how to create a more equitable workspace…

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#22 Activism, direct action, and expressing solidarity with Kalaya’an Mendoza 44:22

4+ y ago44:22

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In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Kalaya’an Mendoza, a nonviolent direct action trainer and disaster preparedness expert, to talk about the current climate and advice for those who headed out to protest in the streets. We chat about how we can show solidarity with Black folx and addressing racism within our Asian community. Kalaya’an Mendoza …

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#21 Combating racism towards Asians amidst COVID-19 with Derek Tran 42:33

4+ y ago42:33

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With the novel coronavirus spreading all around the world, so has intolerant attitudes towards Asians. Hate crimes have increased to unsettling amounts and it seems to get worse with each passing day. I am joined in this conversation with our returning guest Derek Tran to unpack the racism towards Asians and offer some advice on how to navigate it.…

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#20 Managing Change During Turbulent Times with Ning Zhou and Marti G Cummings 1:26:52

4+ y ago1:26:52

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We are living in an unprecedented era with many of us confined in our own homes, facing uncertainty around COVID-19, and experiencing sudden changes in employment. Join us for a session as we have a chat on staying physically and mentally healthy amidst COVID-19, establishing mindfulness to stay present and peaceful, understanding trauma responses …

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#19 Finding Opportunity During COVID-19 and Celebrating Trans Day of Visibility 20:39

4+ y ago20:39

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This episode, we talk about the continued struggles with COVID-19 here in NYC. But in light of this, there is also opportunity to connect with friends, family, our finances, emotions, feelings, and the planet. We also touch on some of the discriminatory laws that were recently passed against trans folks in Idaho. This episode, we talk about: The cu…

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#18 Lessons from the Coronavirus on privilege, xenophobia, and mindfulness 19:30

4+ y ago19:30

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This episode, I talk about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. I share how our privilege and ignorance has led us where we are today, why we may be past the point of containment, why getting rid of wet markets is not the solution, addressing xenophobia, and advice on how to cope with emotions during this time. This episode, we’re going to chat about t…

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#17 Behind the comedy and queer Asian life, love, and spirituality with Margaret Cho 49:40

4+ y ago49:40

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#16 Navigating media, dating apps, and finding love with ONCH 36:47

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#15 On equity and challenging personal preferences with Johnathan Gibbs (aka blasianFMA) 53:06

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#14 Navigating asexual, panromantic, and polyamorous identities with Robin Mele 39:33

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#13 On growing up Indian and lessons in love with Rajiv Khanna 44:55

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#12 On finding self-love and cultivating gaysian pride with Derek Tran 1:00:50

4+ y ago1:00:50

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#11 My experience with death and lessons of impermanence 24:09

4+ y ago24:09

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#10 My 2019 in review and creating habits and New Year’s resolutions that stick 29:48

5y ago29:48

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#9 Forgiving our parents and caregivers 10:48

5y ago10:48

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Happy Thanksgiving! Though this day has quite questionable roots, many of us are spending time with those we love. For many Asians, this might mean returning home to our conservative Asian families. In this episode, I share with you something that is near and dear to my heart - forgiving our parents and caregivers. This episode I talk about: My sto…

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#8: Lessons from writing about the cultural insensitivities of Queer Eye Japan 12:21

5y ago12:21

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This past week, I published an article addressing the cultural insensitivities of Queer Eye Japan. Lots of learnings and also four key lessons to share with you. In this episode, we cover: Feedback from the show Following Western advice all of my life as a queer Asian man Why Western ideologies don’t work for Asians Embracing the edits Doubting mys…

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#7: Defying filial piety and Asian parental  expectations in career and in life 23:18

5y ago23:18

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Many of my Asian friends and I have experienced parenting in the form of helicopter parenting or Asian guilt to motivate us. After decades of conditioning, this becomes ingrained as a part of our psyche. And to be honest, for me, I’m still navigating and figuring out whenever I make a decision if I am being true to my heart center or doing it out o…

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#6: Yellow fever and rice queens: fetish or just a preference? 17:49

5y ago17:49

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Yellow Fever!! Exoticism, objectification, and fetishizing of the yellow skin. I've dealt with this so much myself and wanted to share my perspective on this topic. It’s prevalent everywhere and every single Asian I’ve known has faced this in dating and especially interracial relationships. This episode, we cover: The background of the word fetish …

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#5 Queer rights and facing discrimination in the workplace 26:00

5y ago26:00

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This week, we had three major cases got up against the Supreme Court regarding discrimination in the workplace based on sexual orientation and gender identity. We go in detail about: The three cases and why they are so important for queer rights. My experiences with discrimination in job applications and in my previous workplace. What is the most i…

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#4: Let's talk about drugs 40:21

5y ago40:21

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Last week, Jonathan Van Ness, star of Queer Eye, came out with his memoir and an interview with NY Times about life managing HIV, sexual abuse, and drug addiction. They are all pressing issues in the queer community and in this episode, we dive into drugs. Whether we like to admit it or not, drugs are all around us. They are at parties, festivals, …

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