Made in Hong Kong

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer chat to Raymond about his experience moving to the 626 Area in LA from Hong Kong when he was 6. He talks about how he felt ashamed to be Asian growing up and instances of microaggressions he's experienced. They talk about how he got into social media and started creating content, how that has affected his Asian American identity, which ultimately led to him fin...

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer play a game where they pit Chinese and U.S holidays against each other and determine which is their ultimate favourite holiday. They also talk about their favourite childhood memories associated with these holidays, and what these holidays mean to them! 

In this episode, we have Khyli on our podcast to talk about all things social media! Khyli tells Chrystal and Summer about growing up in a Cantonese household and her experience learning Mandarin and going to Chinese school. Khyli also talks about how she got into TikTok, started making Cantonese/Mandarin content, and the goods and bads of social media. Finally, we discuss how social media can be...

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk to 4 amazing humans from Voice to Culture Podcast – Kelly, Carolyn, Michelle and Amy. They talk about their experience growing up in the Bay, we discuss the model minority myth, how to talk to our Asian parents when it comes to social justice and breaking stereotypes, and finally, how to stay politically active in and out of college. Thank you for sha...

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk to Joan about her growing up in Vancouver, BC, how she was raised by her immigrant parents, her approach to parenting, her relationship with her husband and how she wants to preserve and pass on her Chinese culture to the next generation. Tune in to hear her share her experience and daily dose of wholesomeness!  Joan also shares her journey on inferti...

Welcome back to Season 3! This episode is all about Chrystal and Summer's relationships with their partners! They spill the tea on how they met their boyfriends, and how they navigate through interracial and intercultural relationships. They also touch upon topics like familial pressure to get married & have kids, their dream proposal, weddings and so much more! 

In this episode, we have Querida and Zabrina, two rising year-12 students from Chinese International School, here to talk to us about their organisation Inquisitive Minds. They offer summer programs and online tutoring for underprivileged kids in Hong Kong. They tell us about Inquisitive Minds, we discuss education disparity, as well as the toxicity that comes with tutoring and the rigid public sc...

We have our friend Kevin Chang on this episode to talk about growing up in majority-White Sacramento, internalising racism, giving into stereotypes, and embracing his Asian American identity in college. We also touch upon the good and bad of cultural clubs, executive board experiences, trauma bonding, ABG/ ABBs, beauty standards, microaggressions etc.

In this episode we delve deep into the history, development, hidden secrets, and dark side of San Francisco Chinatown. We also talk about why Chinatowns are significant to us! 

In this episode, we have Ayush here to talk about his experience growing up as an Indian American in the Bay Area! We discuss the importance of colourism, Ayush's personal experiences with it, microaggressions, the model minority myth, and how all this has impacted Ayush's life. 

This episode is all about Cantonese Pop Music! In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about the origins of CantoPop, the iconic Golden Age, and the decline of the Pop industry in Hong Kong. They reminisce on what CantoPop means to them and its significance to Hong Kong. Also, different snippets songs from each era are scattered throughout the episode!  P.S We created a separate playlist th...

Ahhhh, California is reopening and masks are no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated!!! In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about COVID19, how the U.S and Hong Kong has handled it, Chrystal's experience flying during a pandemic, anti-maskers, anti-vaxxers, and vaccine hesitancy. With the new Delta strain, let's all wear masks to protect those who can't get vaccinated. Stay safe...

Happy (belated) Father's Day! This episode is all about fatherhood, paternal love, and (toxic) masculinity. Chrystal and Summer reflect on their relationship with their dad, toxic masculinity, and gender roles in East Asia.

"You're only successful if you're a lawyer, doctor, or in business". In this episode, we have our good friend Justin, a creative, who is working in the film industry on the podcast. Justin talks about his experience going into film, and discuss with Chrystal and Summer the social pressures that come along with choosing a creative industry. 

We have a special guest this episode – Irene! She is a self-empowerment coach based in the Bay Area, and shared amazing insight on mental health, especially on transgenerational trauma, beauty standards, and conversations surrounding being first generation Asian American. 

Welcome to Season 2! In this SPICY episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about their past dating history, experiences, how they navigated through them and how they've grown. They also play a game of red flag or dealbreaker, so follow along! Some piping-hot tea will be spilled! 

We have Chrystal's friend, Melody, here with us this episode to talk about her experience living in New York City! Like us, Melody was also born and raised in Hong Kong and we discuss the reality of living both in NYC and California. She talks about her moving experience, East Coast culture, the city-life, and what is really is like to be a New Yorker. 

WE GRADUATED (Summer from undergrad and Chrystal from grad school)!!! 🍾 Congratulations to the Class of 2021! In this episode, we talk about our feelings about graduation, Chrystal reflects on her post-grad life, and where we are going to go from here. 

In this episode, we have our good friend Jane to talk to us about what it really is like going through the Hong Kong international school system! She debunks some myths and stereotypes that Chrystal and Summer have. We talk about the local vs international school tension, hierarchy within the international schools, and what it means to be a Hong Konger. 

In this episode, we talk about "Tiger Parents"! We discuss what kind of parenting styles we were brought up in, how that has affected us, and how our relationship with our parents changed and evolved over the years. We also reflect on whether we would raise our own kids the same way our parents did. And finally, we answer the question of whether all Asian parents are "Tiger Parents". 

This week we have two of our friends, Christienne and Madison, from their own podcast Pineapple Headache to talk with us about their experience as BIPOC women in film school, the larger white-dominated entertainment industry, as well as Asian American representation in film. Tune in to hear us discuss, share thoughts and spill the tea on how we actually feel about Asian American representation.

Have you ever wondered why there are so many superstitions woven into Chinese culture and life? In this episode, we talk about different Chinese superstitions that we grew up with. We share funny childhood and family stories, and dig deep into why so many people around us are superstitious. 

In this episode, we talk about our experiences within the Hong Kong education system, and the good and the bad that comes along with it. We *attempt* to explain how the system works and how it differs from the U.S. Follow along as we share our stories and challenges, and see for yourself if Hong Kong schooling is really THAT vigorous. 

In this episode, we reminisce on some of our favourite memories, and discuss our most-loved food, places, music, TV shows and more whilst growing up in Hong Kong. But to be honest, this episode is just Summer and Chrystal trying to translate Cantonese words and phrases into English.

As I'm sure everyone has heard, the Atlanta Shooting that happened on March 16th has further shaken up the AAPI Community in America, adding on to the already-existing hostility and racism towards the AAPI community during COVID19. In this episode, we talk through this tragic incident, our thoughts, feelings, racism towards Chinese Americans, as well as resources and steps that we can take to educ...