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If you’ve ever stumbled upon Cat & Cat comics on Instagram, you’ve probably spent half an afternoon reading the stories of cute cats with BIG personalities. But don’t let the furry little things fool you - behind the round, wholesome art style belies life lessons and emotional healing that you didn’t even know you needed! Today we are super excited to feature the mastermind behind the beloved...

As a young, fresh new grad straight out of college, starting your first adult job can feel like a strange experience. When the unfamiliarity and self-doubt persists, it can manifest in Impostor Syndrome, which is the thought that you are undeserving or incompetent, and thus a “fraud” or “impostor”.  Whether these feelings come from something you can’t control, something that comes with time, or so...

The Asian-American community has often been criticized for staying quiet. Not only is this visible in our low political engagement or silence in the face of flagrant social problems, our complicity (inadvertent or not) is also quite strikingly symbolized in Officer Tou Thao’s complicity in the murder of George Floyd.  While this movement has motivated a lot of Asian-Americans to take action, the v...

On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by a white cop as an Asian-American officer and two others stood by without intervening. This is not an isolated incident - this is just one example of how the American justice system has failed the black community time and time again.  To us, the Asian-American officer who stood by watching, is also a symbol. Anti-blackness has been rampant in the Asian-...

Asian parents don’t seem to give their kids the “sex talk” like typical parents in American movies. In fact, the entire topic of sex (and even dating) can be taboo, with the exception of very vague advice or discouragement. So where does that leave us? Today we discuss the Asian-American version of a “sex talk” and explore how our parents’ relationship impacts our understanding of love. Follow Eat...

Whether you just started playing Animal Crossing three weeks ago, or you’re a seasoned veteran with more hours of play time than dollars in your bank account, you’re still a gamer in our eyes! Today we chat about the thought process behind game development, the different types of gamers, and morality/inclusivity in the gaming industry. Follow Destin on Twitter @dustythesnowman Instagram @dustythes...

It’s Eat Your Crust’s first birthday, and...our 50th episode!! Come celebrate with us in this Happy Hour Q&A where we share our podcast back story, our most emotional moments during quarantine, and our love languages. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions!! Follow Eat Your Crust  @eatyourcrustpod   Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Calling all K-Pop fans and music lovers to the stand! We brought on two of our resident K-Pop experts to discuss stan culture, the different expectations of artists in Korea, and what going “mainstream” REALLY means in the US.  Also, exciting announcement - next week will be Eat Your Crust’s 50th episode (and unofficial 1 year anniversary)!!! To celebrate, we’re popping the champagne, cutting the...

After listening to this episode, you will lose all preconceptions you had about adoption. This week’s guest grew up as a Chinese-American adoptee in Minnesota, had KBBQ for the first time in college (!!!), and wouldn’t trade her wacky adoptive family for the world. Join us for a heartwarming and hilarious talk on adoption and good parenting! Follow Eve @eve_crabbe96 Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eaty...

Behind every great artist is an even greater A&R team ;-) As a lifelong musician himself, Drew Phomvongsa has worked shoulder to shoulder with artists like Alexander Lewis and Manila Killa to help shape and develop their sound. In today’s episode, Drew shares what it’s like to be an insider in the music industry, how he got his foot in the door (hint: savvy networking, lots of courage, and par...

Quarantine and social distancing means your best friends are me, myself, and I. Is being alone with your thoughts for 30 days in a row terrifying? Maybe. But these plan-free weekends are the perfect opportunity to explore new avenues of growth and practice constructive self-care! Hop along for the ride as we talk about our self-care practices, FOMO, and less talked-about types of self-improvement!...

Your favorite series strikes again!!! This week we spill some juicy secrets about thirst-trapping, dating close friends (or complete strangers!), and handling emotional conversations about racism/sexism with your boo. Tune in to find out whether sex comes before hand-holding in our ideal relationship timeline! Follow Jane @jane_e_kim Visit Jane at janeekim.com Follow Gina @diskqmusic Visit Gina at...

Did you relate more to Antman than you did to Crazy Rich Asians? Ever feel like Joy Luck Club didn’t represent your Asian-American identity?   Today we bring on up-and-coming filmmaker Grace Kim to discuss the creative pressure to “represent” the community, her journey into film, and the intersectional struggles she faced along the way. As finalist for the Horizon award at the 2020 Sundance Film F...

It’s Day 8 since the governor of California announced mandatory shelter-in-place. We no longer have to commute to work, but in place we have back pain, carpal tunnel, and this insatiable urge to snack?! This week, we discuss our personal best (and most toxic) WFH practices and share what it’s like to be in lockdown with your family or your boo! Follow Eat Your Crust Pod @eatyourcrustpod  Support t...

A devout Christian, an ex-Christian, and a religious explorer walk into a bar. And they record a podcast episode!  On this episode, we explore our personal journeys with Christianity/religion, discuss why so many Asian-Americans are Christian, and share the unique challenges (and perks!) of being religious in the modern day. Follow Hairol @hairol.ma Follow Resonate Fremont @resonatefremont Follow...

It’s been impossible to have a conversation in the past few weeks without the word Coronavirus - and rightfully so, COVID-19 has been causing panic (and mass TP shortages) worldwide with its high contagion factor.  Today we discuss the social impact of the fast-spreading virus. What’s worse, the fear-mongering on social media, the lack of adequate government response, or the rampant increase in xe...

What the hell does being white-washed even mean?! Today we dive deep into what makes someone seem “white-washed”, our personal journeys on accepting our cultural identity, and the social phenomenon of WMAF (White Male Asian Female) couples. Follow us on Instagram @eatyourcrustpod Support the show Follow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Another party episode! This week we reminisce about our college partying days with two of our biggest party animal friends, disclosing our thoughts party etiquette, sharing our favorite drinking essentials, and exploring why Asian-Americans love raves so damn much. Tune in to find out how to party smart (and be a good guest, to boot!) Follow us on Instagram @eatyourcrustpod   Support the show Foll...

Toxicity is a monster that manifests in many forms (and, unfortunately, isn't as hot or catchy as Britney Spears circa 2003). Whether it manifests in incompatible friendships, unhealthy cultural values, or pure self-sabotage, toxicity is always both a pain point and an opportunity for growth. In this episode, we get up close and vulnerable to explore the idea of toxicity in our friendships an...

There’s a balance between not working hard enough and working too hard. There’s also a balance between carefully making an informed decision, and being cripplingly risk-averse. In the start-up space, balance is crucial. This week we invite Michelle, CEO of startup Tinctorium Bio, to chat about how she finds balance in her life and explore how she took the leap of faith into co-founding a start-up....

Here’s the Gen Z daily routine:  Wake up and immediately tweet about your dream.  Work out by learning (or struggling to learn) TikTok dances.  Fall asleep to the sweet sound of a Twitch streamer’s maniacal clicking.  NAH, we’re just kidding. But we did bring on our resident Gen Z expert, Yane, to discuss the evolution of mainstream media, especially the rise of streaming culture and the mystifyin...

Behind the 10 second Tasty videos that filled your Facebook news feed, and the Making It Big series on YouTube that you always end up clicking (a 100-egg omelette? whaaaat?!), there are dreams of a young Asian-American boy who defied traditional expectations to achieve his dream. There’s countless all-nighters in a dark dorm room, slaving over every split-second edit of the clips. Oh, and there’s...

Your favorite podcast Eat Your Crust is back for SEASON 2!!!  2019 was a crazy year for your hosts Crystal and Jeesoo - it was a year full of transition, growth, and balance. Juggling our first full-time jobs with having a social life, running our podcast, and getting enough sleep has been a wild adventure but we wouldn’t have traded it for the world. Let us brighten up your commute as we reflect...

How come it seems like everyone else in the world is totally comfortable meeting and talking to complete strangers? For Crystal and I, it takes a few pep talks, a close friend, or social lubricant (cough cough alcohol) before we feel more confident in unfamiliar social situations. Hopefully it’s not just us! Follow us along on our throwback to our antisocial freshman days to our journey in managin...

Paying for insurance, cooking meals for yourself, and budgeting... WTF?! Starting to feel a little scammed, we definitely thought adulting meant you just had to go to work instead of school. Today we talk about our clumsy navigation through the world of adulting - with or without our parents! Follow us on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter for special content: @eatyourcrustpod Visit our awesome website: e...