The AuthEthnic Podcast

11/01/2023

🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT🚨 To all our Asian halfies: this new episode is for you! Jen and Yonsoo discuss mixedness with Sharmane Fury from the Militantly Mixed Podcast ().

We unpack xenophobia, colorism, how communities of color perpetuate colorism and racism upon themselves, and answer questions we got from both of our IG accounts. 

WARNING: There WILL be hot takes. 🌶️ (See: White mixed privilege.)

If this sounds like something you’d like, then head over to Spotify or Apple Podcasts and give our episode with Sharmane a listen! And be sure to check them out at the Militantly Mixed Podcast!  

Tune in to our new podcast episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

07/12/2022

🔥NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🔥 Let’s give our Asians across the pond some love! Whenever we have conversations about Asian diasporic experiences on social media, it tends to be dominated by Asian Americans.

To switch it up (and to get a wider perspective of what “Asian experiences” truly are), we reached across the pond over to the UK to bring Allie () onto the podcast!

We talk about our fierce love for dim sum–and how it’s also a source of a deep fear when we share it with non-Asian folks. We also talk about what it’s like to grow up in Britain as a BBG (British Born Chinese), as well as the differences between growing up Asian in the UK vs. the US. 🇬🇧

You in?

Our episode is available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you usually get your shows.

02/11/2022

OUR NEW EPISODE IS OUT!!🔥 What happens when two teachers and two techies talk?

Let’s be real: teachers are highly educated. They wear many hats like adolescent psychologist, mentor, older sibling, food provider, public speaker, mandated reporters…AND YET, teachers make a fraction of what people in the tech industry make.

This in turn affects family job expectations and student career interests. What does this pay disparity say about our society and what it values?

Join Jen and Yonsoo for a discussion with their friends: Lillian Chen () who is a Product Designer and Lior Schenk (.sch) who is a middle school teacher.

Tune in to our first episode of our NEW season!

Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you usually get your shows.

31/10/2022

This is not a trick! Just a treat. 🎃 We've got new episodes that we can't wait to share with you!

First episode of our new season is set to drop this week. BE READY!

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22/02/2022

EPISODE 6 IS OUT! 💥 Have you heard of boba liberalism?🧋

Maybe you’ve seen someone on Subtle Asian Traits accuse people in the comments for being a “boba liberal.” Or maybe you’re also annoyed with those IG ads that try to sell you soju-patterned pajamas, or tees that say “Boba Lover.” 

BOBA LIBERALISM is a superficial form of activism that follows mainstream liberal Asian American political goals and thinking. 

Just like the drink, boba liberalism is activism that is sweet and palatable to white audiences, but its goals and outcomes are substanceless.

When all you stand for is more Asian representation in the media, is that enough? Will you be happy and stop speaking out when that’s done?

Neha returns to the podcast to talk about similar trends she sees in Desi culture (“chai liberalism”), and also drops gems of wisdom as she always does. 💎 We couldn’t have asked a better guest to wrap up this season with us!

You can listencto our season finale now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. ✌️

 

24/01/2022

🔥NEW EPISODE IS OUT!!🔥 We invited Christina (.to.cum) from The Best is Yet to Cum Podcast to talk about s*x positivity, and what that looks like for the API community.

We also discuss:
💦 Why we have so much shame around s*x!!
🤓 S*x education (and the lack of it).
😬 Dating while Asian.
❌ The double standards Asian women face in both s*x and dating.

Thirsty for more? 🥴 Then check out our new episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! (We do, however, recognize that most of the discussions in this episode involve heteros*xual experiences.)

That’s why we HIGH KEY encourage you to check out .to.cum for QTPOC experiences and stories. Christina is an AMAZING podcaster who provides a safe space for all folks to speak about s*x!! 🙌
*xuality *xed *xpositivity
*xtalk *xtherapy *xpositivefeminism *xpositiveculture *xstories *x *xpositiveeducation

19/12/2021

How do you launch a clothing line during the pandemic while staying true to your heritage? 🤔 Jen sits down with the creatives behind the Vietnamese fashion brand, Áothentic!
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Van ( ) and Patricia () to talk about the vision behind their collection, fast fashion, and some of the virtual challenges it took to get there.
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We also discuss how their own personal experiences as first-generation Vietnamese and first-generation Mexican Americans inspired their first collection. 🇻🇳🇲🇽
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Set a reminder to tune in on Monday, Dec 20th at 6am your local time! ⏰ You can listen to this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you usually get your podcasts. 🎧
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And if you’re curious about Áothentic, check the brand out at ✨https://aothentic.com/✨
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29/11/2021

New episode has dropped this week!
"The Price of Asian Food"

Is Asian food supposed to be cheap? What price does Asian cuisine pay for its success? What role can foodie influencers play besides critiquing food?

We have two guests who give us their take on what good food means to them and the rising popularity of Asian cuisine. What are the benefits and pitfalls. Give the episode a listen and make sure to leave us a 5-star rating and a comment on Apple Podcasts!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-price-of-asian-food/id1533076401?i=1000542814123
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EXDrTzHm0VhJeIwpiFrRV?si=UXO3alJnQMqQCkWZJ4e2SQ

Listen to this episode from The AuthEthnic Podcast on Spotify. We see an increase of non-Asian folks exploring and popularizing Asian cuisine into mainstream America. Chefs also seek to expand the traditional boundaries of Asian cuisine by elevating dishes using more luxurious ingredients and differ...

20/11/2021

You hear that? Give Charles your story. Give him your identity!

Enjoy this teaser reel from our upcoming episode dropping this Tuesday! (11/23, 5 am EST)

We all know that seasoning and flavor are a given when it comes to good food. What criteria do we use to judge whether food is good or bad? For Charles, it's flavor, texture, and the story behind the dish. Asian cuisine is incredibly versatile and uses ingredients that are normally thrown away or considered scrap. My family actually buys the salmon head and bones instead of filets at HMart. We season and broil the carcasses until the bones become super crispy. My grandfather goes for the salmon eyes and cheeks. Mix that cheek meat with hot white rice? Perf

Let us know in the comments how you or your family turn "dirty" ingredients into loveable dishes! What makes up your criteria for good food?

18/11/2021

🚨New episode coming out this Tuesday 11/23! 🚨
What is the price worthy of Asian food?
What price do our respective cultures pay for the success of Asian food?

These are a few of questions we will be discussing with our guests, Charles and Saadia, who are incredibly passionate about food. Charles brings in his knowledge of Taiwanese cuisine. Saadia brings in her expertise of foodie culture and her Pakistani heritage. Together we explore what food means to us and why food has such a deep impact in our lives.

05/11/2021

Have you taught or want to teach abroad? If so, where?

We want to thank our guest, Dominique ( ) for sharing with us her experiences in Shanghai, Suzhou, and many other places. Thank you for your hilarious stories while explaining the ups and downs of working abroad as a Black woman. Life can be easier for a teacher! We also see examples of how anti-Blackness & White Supremacy can be absorbed by people of all cultures thousands of miles away.

Teaching at an international school definitely has its perks since many of us are coming from countries that have a lot of financial, military, and soft power compared to the host country. But as you heard, life gets a bit complicated depending on your physical appearance.

Thank you again, Dominique for sharing something so personal!

21/10/2021

Dominique () becomes a K-Pop star at her International School. Mind you this is a winter performance at a kindergarten school. Did your kindergarten school have high quality choreography and LED lights!

Link is in bio to listen to the rest of her story! 🕺🏻💃🏻🚕🎊