Asian Pop Nation

In this episode, we have another special interview lined up, this time with FIG! (insert longer desc). Continue listening to hear Amanda's thoughts on the Bini Signals Tour in Melbourne (shoutout Philippines!) and Isla's first Anime Attack where she introduces the gang to Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, and our thoughts on the new Netflix film "Best of the Best"! (0:04) FIG interview pt. 1 (14:04) FIG i...

FIG is a NYC based Malaysian artist whose smooth, cozy indie-pop tunes paired with her fun, colourful visuals, will make you want to dance around in your living room with your best friends (aka your Day Ones) .  She's opened for some of APN's favourite Asian artists in rotation: Tiffany Day, Dhruv, Lyn Lapid, and our very own Australian homeboy, grentperez at many tour stops across the USA. H...

In this episode, the team welcomes two new members to the Nation of Asian Pop (yay!!!). Listen in as we get to know more about Alison and Isla, as well as two segments fully dedicated to our fave K-Pop groups that came (and left...), and a new Southeast Asian video game featuring Asian desserts! (0:04) Welcome to Alison and Isla and reintroducing the rest of the team! (8:05) Team (re)introduction...

Ivoris is an artist whose lush, ethereal pop melodies are some of APN’s favourites. Her debut album ‘Pour My Heart Out’ just released last week and is a dreamy love letter to all those who feel their emotions deeply and have an ‘absorbent’ heart. 💓 While she is our very own pop princess based in Naarm, she actually is quite beloved overseas - having done multiple tou...

In this episode of APN we chat to our local pop-princess Ivoris, following the release of her debut single Pour My Heart Out <3 Then keep on listening to hear us talk about our favourite K-dramas that star idols or singers, the latest comebacks in the K-pop world as well as the Southeast Asian girls that are killing it in pop music! (0:09) Ivoris interview! (22:02) Idol actors in K-dramas (32:1...

This episode begins with an interview with Hati Hari, Indonesian-Australian EDM artist based here in Naarm! The team talk about their recent experience at the anime and manga convention Animaga, followed by a quick flight to Manila where we talk to Amanda about the Philippines on the first installment of Asian Pop Passport . Then we head to Seoul where we ask why so many K-pop songs are in English...

Continuing on with another interview from the thriving local electronic music scene in Naarm we have none other than Hati Hari!! Indonesian-Australian producer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter extraordinaire ⚔️💿 We talk all things 'Martyr', his debut EP and its themes, his experience coming to EDM from the indie rock scene, and his time in the band SOTV. As well as bonding over our favourite...

What can we look forward to in this episode of APN.... Annabella, Denise, and Jessica take to the mics to talk about the latest news and greatest hits to come out of Asia. Greatest hits referring to the newest K-pop idol introduced to the industry, who technically had a pre debut song that hit 17 Billion views on YouTube....  (0:06) Bulletproof Boy Scouts aren't so bulletproof anymore (9:22)...

Korean-Australian artist/producer/DJ, nabii flew into the studio to chat with the APN team all about her newest single ‘somewhere i belong’, her musical journey, and the importance of creating safe spaces for BIPOC women in the electronic music scene! 🦋 Her music, she calls her ‘brain sounds’ are ethereal and euphoric - blending electronic, dance and hyperpop styles to cre...

This episode, Annabella, Renisha and Denise take to the floor to share with you their favourite recommendations in Asian media. From slice of life manga/k-dramas, a global K-pop girl group, and Shojo anime recs! Finally we end the episode with our interview with Korean-Australian artist, producer and DJ: nabii <3 (0:04) Slice of Life: Annabella's Version (10:24) Renisha's K-Pop Group Shoutout:...

Jess, Denise, Renisha and Annabella are back in the studio talking all things Asian pop culture - from anime, to K-pop to... celebrating the countless contributions to the scene from our favourite Filipino icons, think Manny Jacinto, Lea Salonga etc. etc. (0:51) BABYMONSTER 101 with Renisha! (12:40) Who is RESCENE and where did they come from all of a sudden?? (20:04) Anime attack: Sparks of Tomor...

This episode, listen to the APN team chat to Sydney-based artist Chuey, about all things 'Heritage' and his musical journey. They also talk about their experience at  A Matter of Time Tour here in Melbourne - a magical night of music sung by Grammy award winning artist Laufey. Speaking of the Grammys, BTS have officially announced they will not be submitting their songs to the Grammys...we ha...

Chuey is a Sydney based Taiwanese-Australian songwriter and producer blending electronic sounds with heartfelt melodies that come together to create a nostalgic yet new sound. His singles ‘Anemoia’ and ‘Heritage’ are not only some of APN’s favourite tracks they have played on air, but also a homage to growing up in an Asian household and appreciating memories we overl...

Second episode of the season and the APN team are doing a deep dive into the worldwide phenomenon Pop Mart as well as reviewing the latest music to come out of girl group KATSEYE, and K-pop industry veteran J.Y. Park aka JYPapi... Finally we have a look at the MIFF lineup back in August and talk about some of the Asian films we are looking forward to! Follow us on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter...

Welcome back to Season 2 of Asian Pop Nation, where the current gang welcomes new volunteers Renisha and Amanda! This episode is all about them and what they're bringing to the Nation of Asian Pop, plus some more catching up with talks of upcoming concerts and karaoke as a staple of Asian culture! And it wouldn't be APN without your usual controversy, this time involving Love and Deepspace, a game...

Another mega podcast episode mashup of some of our favourite chats over the course of season 1 on APN! Anime fans this one is a must listen - in celebration of the release of the final episode of the My Hero Academia anime, we reminisce and reflect on this modern classic as well as talk about the genre of Reincarnation or  Isekai  animes from slimes to ASMR microphones, we cover all the...

This episode of Asian Pop Nation is a special one, because we're doing a throwback show! Join Jessica and Denise as they talk about their nostalgic childhood and high school experiences in their hometown of Jakarta, and their favourite Asian media growing up! Other than that, they also talked about a peculiar vertical drama series fusing African-American and South Korean culture along with the 202...

A must-listen episode of APN concert reviews and chats! Hear them talk about ITZY's TUNNEL VISION tour, and XLOV's debut Oceania tour - two concerts with some very pretty idols performing. Finally, an interview with Wen Pei who opened for Mei Semones - another gig they also attended! Live Asian music is so alive here in Melbourne :D   Follow us on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter - @asianpopn...

In this episode of Asian Pop Nation, we talked about some asian (or not asian?) romcoms, sampling in popular K-Pop songs, and more controversies in the K-Pop scene about a certain chairman of a large music corporation... 👀   Follow us on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter - @asianpopnation Please note that SYN does not have the rights to podcast the music it plays on 90.7FM. That means you'll...

For this special episode, the gang here at Asian Pop Nation were joined by the wonderful hosts Eugenie and Beth over at Talk On Your Fork, where we talked about everything food, culture, and cuisine!   Follow us on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter - @asianpopnation And follow Talk On Your Fork on their Instagram too! @talkonyourfork.syn Please note that SYN does not have the rights to podcast...

Wen Pei is a singer-songwriter and artist (and fellow SYN host on The Hoist!) whose soft and enchanting melodies sung in Hokkien and Mandarin, will have you feeling the windy breeze and warm sun on your face no matter where you are listening from. While the APN team first learnt of her through the opening night of Limitless Play at No Vacancy Gallery last year, she most recently opened for Japanes...

APN had the pleasure of interviewing Cupnoodle - a Thai German independent singer-songwriter based in Bangkok, Thailand. She has been releasing the most delicious soul and jazz infused pop music since 2020 - writing from an in-between space fusing Asian and Western music styles, singing in English and Thai, and she is unafraid to be playful in her lyrics and music.  Her latest single "A.I. CA...

Coincidentally, the APN team had a lot to say about Japan this episode beginning with maid cafes, One Piece Live Action - and ending with a discussion on how Japan is romanticised online, with people on TikTok romanticising their hometowns by pretending it is 'Tokyo, Japan' 🇯🇵🌸 ...  We had so much to say about BTS last episode that we continued that discussion here as well! We had a full ret...

A jam packed episode filled with throwbacks to some iconic K-pop debuts and one of the team's most favourite rhythm games they were obsessed with (arguably still) Project Sekai!! As well as more recent happenings in the Asian pop world - most importantly the long awaited comeback of BTS post-military service, with the album, 'ARIRANG'. Listen to hear our initial thoughts and opinions of this comeb...

In this episode APN revisit an...altercation between Knetz and SEA Kpop fans over concert etiquette, as well as report on a very recent (at the time of recording) shock departure of Heeseung from ENHYPEN. More topics include a segment on older genres of Asian pop as well as, your favourite, an anime attack!! (0:04) Intro (2:13) Anime Attack: Sentenced to Be Absolute Trash (15:31) K-Pop Wars: SEAbl...