AZN Connection

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What does it mean to be Asian? It’s a question that can’t be answered easily. There’s so many layers to a person’s identity. It’s become difficult for Asians to navigate their heritage and come to an understanding of their identity in the today’s world. AZN Connection is here to explore all the definitions, topics, and aspects of culture that make us who we are. Come along on the journey, as we explore what it truly means, to be Asian. Hosted by John Paul Gallardo, Jeffery Tram, Rhea Lisondra, Lea Batara, and Ann Marie Elpa.

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2020 Recap: Reflecting On The Year That Was 31.12.2020 1:15:39

In this episode, Rhea, John, and Jeff reflect on what has transpired in 2020, with civil unrest occurring throughout the world, a global pandemic shaking everything up, as well as sharing some true realizations about life. All that, and much much more, on this episode. Happy New Year from AZN Connection! Here’s to 2021!!!

1-on-1: VICE News’ Frankie Lantican on Disney’s ‘From Our Family To Yours’ holiday advert 18.12.2020 16:00

Frankie Lantican is a journalism intern at VICE News in Singapore. Lantican wrote an article for VICE about Disney’s recent ‘From Our Family To Yours’ advert. She and John have a conversation about how the advert impacts Asian representation, while also talking about the similarities and differences of celebrating Christmas abroad versus in the Philippines.

The Filipino Christmas & Disney’s ‘From Our Family To Yours’ Advert 18.12.2020 50:52

On this week’s episode, Rhea, John, and Jeff are back with special guest Corrine Codina to discuss Christmas and the special significance the holiday has for Filipinos. The crew also talk about their favourite Christmas songs and movies, reminisce on some memories, and also discuss Disney’s ‘From Our Family to Yours’ advert and it’s impact on Asian representation in media.

Upcoming Podcast Topics & AZN Connection’s Show Concept 26.11.2020 34:58

Rhea, Jeff, and John speak on their interests. John talks briefly about how quarantine transformed him into a K-Drama aficionado, Rhea explores her love for K-pop, and Jeff expresses an interest to learn more about boba. They also speak on what to expect in future episodes, as well as discussing the show’s conceptual mission statement.

Asian “Expectations” & Career Paths 26.11.2020 33:37

Rhea, John, and Jeff discuss the stereotypical expectations growing up in an Asian household and their experiences with that. They reminisce on school days, taking CASI tests, learning your times tables in kindergarten (yeah, apparently Jeff did that), and their loves for art and English. They also recall the conversations they’ve had with their parents when bringing up their career paths, along w...

Our Stories Growing Up Asian 26.11.2020 27:36

Rhea, John, and Jeff recall what it was like for them to grow up in the communities they lived in. From being stereotyped at a young age, to personal stories with family, and finding solace in role models and other communities. Jeff and Rhea speak on what it was like to grow up in majority white communities while John speaks on his experience growing up in the GTA.