Culture by Culture

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Constance Gibbs! We discuss anime as an aesthetic, Toonami, fan fiction, the evolution of nerd and geek merch, Black influence on the merch space, how to define your own style, rights for Bulma, building community through fashion, and more! Where is your favorite nerd look you’ve worn? Things discussed in this episode: Anime: Sailor Moon, Ten...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Renée Simon! We discuss moving to Korea, K-dramas, language learning, diversity of the Korean expat community, Black hair care in Korea, safety in Korea vs. the U.S., finding community in Korea, and more! Were in Asia have you always wanted to visit? Things discussed in this episode: ‘ Black in Asia’ anthology Renee on Awesome World SHINEE “R...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Bayana and Porshèa hosts of the #WizardTeam podcast! We discuss great Asian fantasies, the benefits of reading outside of your own culture, how life experiences inform the stories we create, what makes a good fantasy, and more! What’s your favorite Asian fantasy story? Things discussed in this episode: (Some links of the links below as indica...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews ‘Nailed It’ director Adele Pham! We discuss telling the story of Mantrap Salon, building on our collective stories, wanting an archive of nail art, navigating racial tensions in the salon, politics, and more! What did you think of ‘Nailed It’? Things discussed in this episode: ‘Nailed It’ Guest: This episode’s guest is Adele Pham! You can fin...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Eli of Anime Relatable! We discuss meaningful friendships, connecting through fandom, Christianity, oversexualization in fandom, and more! What’s your favorite anime you’ve watched recently? Things discussed in this episode: Culture by Culture Livestream with Eli Anime & manga: Jujutsu Kaisen, Dragon Ball Z, Hunter x Hunter, Inuyasha, One...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews prolific podcaster Sharmane Fury! We discuss the “becoming” mixed, getting into cosplay, hiding your nerdy fandom, navigating anime fandom as a mixed Japanese person, and more! Things discussed in this episode: Anime & Manga: Kojira, Ultra Motoman, Spiderman, Mamono Hantā Yōko (Devil Hunter Yoko), Basilisk, Witchblade, One Piece, Jujutsu...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Dr. Crystal S. Anderson! We discuss the creating a K-pop collective, Black culture’s influence on K-pop, K-pop fandom as a Black fan and more! What is your favorite generation of K-pop? Things discussed in this episode: Crystal Anderson’s books: ‘Soul in Seoul,’ and ‘Beyond The Chinese Connection: Contemporary Afro-Asian Cultural Production’...

In this seasonal wrap-up, Delia goes over some of the biggest questions on the podcast this past season! Topics include, the future of the podcast, Koreaboos, the Writer’s Guild and SAG-AFTRA strikes, and more! What shows or films would you like to hear covered in a retrospective on the pod? Things discussed in this episode: Questions: Learning about the cultural connections Are you Blasian? What...

In this episode, Delia interviews Jeff Chang, as part of Culture by Culture’s “Musical Connections” mini-series! We laugh and discuss Asian American legacy within hip-hop, K-pop, American hegemony, community formation around hip-hop, Bruce Lee, and more! Things discussed in this episode: (Some links of the links below as indicated by the asterisks are affiliate links. When you make a purchase thro...

In this episode, Delia interviews Howard University’s K-pop dance team One of a Kind (1OAK), as part of Culture by Culture’s “Musical Connections” mini-series! We discuss being the first K-pop dance group at an HBCU, sitting with contradictions, going to Howard, K-pop choreography, and more! Things discussed in this episode: Favorite K-pop choreography: Reinah - “Breathe” by miss A Hannah - “Love...

In this episode, Delia interviews hip-hop artist, activist, and speaker, Jason Chu, as part of Culture by Culture’s “Musical Connections” mini-series! We discuss the dynamics between cultural appropriation and appreciation, musical inspiration, nuance in a world of simplicity, making human connection, and more! Things discussed in this episode: (Some links of the links below as indicated by the as...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews the Bollywood Nerd! We discuss the magic of Indian cinema, the parallels in Indian and Nigerian cinema, colorism in Bollywood, cultural exploration, anime, and more! What are your favorite Bollywood films? Things discussed in this episode: Recommendations for Bollywood newbies: Classics - ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,’ ‘Kabhi Khushi Kahbie Gham,’ ‘Dev...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews the cool cats over at Shaolin Jazz, Gerald Watson and DJ 2-Tone Jones! We discuss the intersection of jazz and martial arts, Wu-Tang Clan, kung fu films, and more! Things discussed in this episode: Recommended films: 2Tone - ‘Enter the Dragon’ and ‘Master of the Flying Guillotine,’ Gerald - ‘Eight Diagram Pole Fighter’ Their first mixtape ‘Th...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews creator and writer, Mars Sebastian! We discuss starting an anime club, K-dramas, international animation industries, labor organizing, and more! Register here and join us for the Be A Hero livestream campaign launch, July 18th at 7:30 pm ET! Watch Abigail Disney’s documentary ‘The American Dream and Other Fairytales’ Things discussed in this...

In this special episode of Culture by Culture , Delia interviews Editor-in-Chief, Giannina Ong following the Affirmative Action Supreme Court decision. We have an open conversation about our reactions, the myth of the American Dream, how we can move forward, confronting opposing opinions, and more. Find the transcript for this episode here: https://culturexpodcast.com/episode/10-lets-talk-affirmat...

In the last episode of Culture by Culture's Coalition Miniseries, Delia interviews Editor-in-Chief, Giannina Ong and Editor, Sarah Park of Mochi Mag! We discuss Mochi Mag’s ‘Black Allyship @ Mochi’ column, meeting folks where they are, political existence, not giving into urgency, and more! Find the transcript for this episode at: https://culturexpodcast.com/episode/9-black-allyship-in-print-a...

In this episode of Culture by Culture's Coalition Miniseries, Delia interviews Grace of @joonsmelanindrop! We discuss finding connection and building coalition in K-pop fandom, the power of ARMY, fan culpability, the machine of HYBE and the K-pop industry, and more! Who is your BTS bias? Find the transcript for this episode at: https://culturexpodcast.com/episode/7-finding-joy-in-activism-thro...

In this first episode of Culture by Culture's Coalition Miniseries, Delia interviews founder of the Blasian March, Rohan Zhou-Lee! We discuss the importance of Black and Asian coalition, finding your role in activist spaces, creating our own narratives, being creators in different cultural spaces, book publishing, and more! How do you show up in community work? Things discussed in this episode...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Sheila the Band! We discuss anime fandom journeys, musical styles, Black alternative rock bands, being creators in different cultural spaces, and more! What is your favorite band? Favorite Anime Themes: “ Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town ” - JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, " Bouken Desho Desho ” - The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, “ Akuma No Ko ” - A...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews neurolinguist, Sarah F. Phillips, PhD. We discuss language learning in the age of pop-culture phenomena, growing up Blasian and bilingual, barriers to language learning for Black folks, the importance of cultural understanding, and advice for folks starting their language learning journeys. What languages are you learning or do you want to le...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Bayana A. Davis, writer, host of the podcast #WizardTeam, and CEO of Black Nerds Create. We discuss Naruto, bonds, siblings, Black boy vulnerability, and books. What are your cross cultural book recommendations? Find the transcript of this episode here: https://culturexpodcast.com/episode/4-storytelling-and-bonds/ Book Recommendations: (Some...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia speaks w/ hosts of Black Girl Seoul, Something Else and Song Rae. We talk navigating K-drama fandom as Black folk, what we hope to see from fandom & industry, NCT, and of course Asian dramas. What is your favorite Asian drama? Find the transcript of this episode here: https://culturexpodcast.com/episode/3-black-girls-and-k-dramas/ Recs: Age Harassme...

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews host of Sailor Moon Fan Club, Victoria Johnson. They discuss creating a podcast and fostering community around pop-culture, nerdy origins, Sam Okyere, Victoria’s favorite K-dramas, fanning responsibly, and Barbie! What was your first fandom? Find transcripts for this episode at: https://culturexpodcast.com/episode/2-creating-community-in-the-...

In the inaugural episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews the first nerd and first Black nerd she ever knew; her dad. She explores what it was like growing up in the segregated south and how those experiences did or didn’t inform his interests in East Asian pop-culture to include: Shaw Brothers Studio, Godzilla, Dragon Ball, and Ocarina of Time! What anime or video game would you watch or p...

Culture by Culture is a new podcast, exploring Black and Asian pop-cultural ties. Follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us on social media, @culturexpodcast. Or visit our website, culturexpodcast.com to learn more about the show & its host. Can't wait to talk to you you there! Until then, keep it chill and keep it nerdy! Find transcripts for this trailer at: https:...