Peel the Pomelo

This week's episode is all about the great resignation, the mass of people who are quitting their jobs for something different. Will we be quitting our jobs too? Maybe not. Do we have a list of things we hope for in a job? Absolutely yes. Join us as we discuss our work non-negotiables, views on working from home, and whether working freelance or as a creative is something we would consider.

We are talking with our own fitness guru Jonita who has a degree in physiotherapy and a lifetime passion for playing sport. Join us to chat more about what an active lifestyle looks like, how to stay motivated and some misconceptions about health. Don't worry if you're not a fitness fanatic, Davina asks all the questions for those of us who can't be bothered to get out and get active.

This week is the return of the favourites episode where we chat about the top three things we have each been obsessed with over the past few months. There is a mix of food faves and youtube videos as well as a deep dive into the world of K dramas. We touch on Penthouse, Squid Game, DP and Hometown Cha Cha - just to name a few.

We all know Disney, whether it's through the films we watched growing up or TV shows playing on a Saturday morning, but how many of us have experienced working in the magic kingdom? In this episode, we are talking to Emma about her experience working at Disney World in Florida, the behind the scenes of the work, the highlights and lowlights and, of course, all the valuable learnings that came with it.

The first guest on our new interview series is Davina's one and only sister, Jo! In this episode, we talk about moving in with your partner and all the trials and tribulations that come with it. Jo talks about how she decided to make the big move, the negotiations they had along the way, and some surprisingly effective tips on how to deal with a messy partner. She also shares her many learnings from living with her partner's not-so-friendly pet ferret.

Work can be overwhelming and stressful, especially during your twenties when most people are just starting out in their careers. Six months into our new jobs, we chat about how our work lives have changed and discuss the challenges and learnings from starting afresh and leaping into new fields of work. Davina also finally watches some of Helena's TV recommendations with some chat about Beauty and the Geek and the Olympics.

This week, we do something lighthearted and fun with a friendship quiz! Join us as we answer random questions about each other's dream jobs, names we would give our children and the reality shows we think we would survive on. 1. What's my favourite junk food? 2. What is my favourite ice-cream flavour? 3. What's my go-to song? 4. What are my favourite movies of all time? 5. Which game or reality show would I do best on? 6. What would be my dream vacation? 7. Who is my favourite youtuber? 8. What is my dream job? 9. What is my spirit animal? 10. What would I call my first child? 11. How would you describe my sense of humour? 12. Describe each other in one word 13. What's your favourite memory together? 14. What do you admire most about me? 15. What do you appreciate the most about our friendship? Make sure to follow us on instagram @peelthepomelopodcast and subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts to hear the latest!

Join us for a chatty episode about everything that we have been watching and consuming over the past few months. Helena reveals her newfound obsession for BTS while Davina shares her thoughts on docuseries Couples Therapy. We also get into a heated debate about whether reality TV helps people develop more empathy, sparked by Helena's recent foray into the show Too Hot to Handle. Make sure to follow us on instagram @peelthepomelopodcast and subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts to hear the latest!

We are back! It's been a while but we have returned ready to launch into season 2! Somehow six months have flown by and we are almost halfway through the (not so) new year. We have a lot to catch you up on including new jobs and moving cities, as well as the many exciting things planned and disrupted due to the unending situation called Coronavirus. Nevertheless, we are plodding along cheerfully during this new chapter in our lives and hope you can join us for some good chats and hearty laughs along the way. Make sure to follow us on instagram @peelthepomelopodcast and subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts to hear the latest!

In this month's favourites, Helena talks about a new gadget, a restaurant recommendation and some new music released by the one and only JB! Davina includes a book favourite as well as a reality TV series (shocker!) that she has been obsessed with. Helena also gives a debrief on Netflix's new series Bollywood Wives and Davina makes a case against the influx of recent celebrity documentaries on the streaming platform.

The festive season is upon us and we wanted to spread some joy with a special Christmas episode! We talk about all things merry and bright, discussing Christmas traditions and sharing some of our favourite Christmas memories. We also go through our favourite movies, foods and of course, songs that get us into the festive spirit. Join us for a good old jolly time! Connect with us on instagram at @peelthepomelopodcast 

Welcome our first ever guest to the podcast - Silvia from Baking with Silvia! Silvia is an avid baker turned small business owner, garnering a substantial following on her instagram page where she started posting the baked goods she made during quarantine. We talk to her about her journey from turning her hobby into a small business, how she stays motivated to bake and what she is planning next for Baking with Silvia. You can find her on instagram @bakingwithsilvia Our instagram: @peelthepomelopodcast

Strap yourselves and get ready for our longest episode yet! This week we are talking about our experiences growing up Asian-Australian. We discuss the differences between Chinese and Australian culture, the aspects we relate to most, and how all these things affect our identity. Helena talks about her experience working in a corporate environment and the challenges of breaking the bamboo ceiling. Davina also shares her views on whether Australia-China tensions have led to an increase in anti-China sentiment. We would love to hear your thoughts or stories that you may have! You can find us at @peelthepomelopodcast on Instagram. 

This week we are doing something a bit different with a personality quiz! Join us as we try to self-assess our extrovertedness/introvertedness, reflect on our values and discuss whether we agree with our Myer-Briggs personality type. We share some small anecdotes and answer some unrealistic hypotheticals - all to get to know ourselves and each other better! Link to the test that we do: https://www.16personalities.com/ Connect with us on instagram at @peelthepomelopodcast

Join us this week for another episode of favourites! Davina talks about a recent read discussing three great untruths being fed to university students while Helena shares her thoughts on the Blackpink documentary and the 1998 Mulan movie which she watched for the first time (shocker!). There is also a mention of an interesting podcast episode as well as some delicious biscuits and a failed chocolate cake. To keep connected, follow us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en

Lockdown in Melbourne is finally over! We recorded this episode just before the restrictions were lifted and who knew such good news would come so soon! Join us as we talk about Helena's experience during lockdown, our personal learnings through the past few months and whether we think coronavirus will change the way we live in the future. We also chat about Dream Home Makeover, Alannah Hill's autobiography, and there is an unexpectedly heated debate over milk bars. To continue the conversation, connect with us at @peelthepomelopodcast on Instagram!

This week's episode is all about money! We discuss how we spend money, how we save and also the good spending habits we have developed over the years. Helena also explains her budgeting process and we talk about the purchases we have made that we regret buying. Davina also talks about her new favourite show New Girl, and that descends into a passionate discussion about our thoughts on TV cult favourites.  Don't forget to follow us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en or you can send us an email at peelthepomelopodcast@gmail.com

We all have that friend who won't stop talking about exchange long after exchange is over. This week, we are those friends as we reminisce about the time we spent in China together, studying at Tsinghua University and Peking University. Hear us talk about The Mansion in Shanghai, that time we froze to death in a yurt and Davina's 28-hour round trip to get a visa. To keep connected follow us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en 

We are switching things up with a monthly faves episode! Helena shares some of her most recent purchases which include the new Apple watch (!!!) along with some workout gear and a very comfy pair of shoes. Davina talks about a book favourite and a meditation app and there is also a very passionate discussion about the century egg. To keep in touch, follow us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en or feel free to send us an email at peelthepomelopodcast@gmail.com

This week's topic is all about work, specifically losing work and looking for work during a recession. Davina shares her experience finding herself jobless at 22 and Helena talks about her view on the role of work and how that has changed over time. Helena also gives Davina a crash course on Love Island and there is also some debate over Davina's new food obsession. Don't forget to follow us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en to keep up to date or send us an email at peelthepomelopodcast@gmail.com

This week we are talking about being woke! Pandemic times have made keeping up with news even more important, but the question is how much is too much information? We discuss how we stay up-to-date with what's going on around the world, and share our opinions on the way social media is being used to raise awareness about social injustices. To keep the conversation going, you can find us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en or shoot us an email at peelthepomelopodcast@gmail.com

This week we compare the perks and challenges of living at home and moving out. Davina shares her experience of finding herself back in her parents' house during the pandemic, and Helena talks about the cultural expectations of living under the same roof as her parents even after marriage and having kids. We also discuss Helena's baking adventures during quarantine, our reactions to Selling Sunset and a book recommendation from Davina. Don't forget to keep in touch with us over at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en or shoot us an email at peelthepomelopodcast@gmail.com 

We are bringing you a short intro about who we are and how we met! We are two besties from Australia who love to talk about culture, entertainment, work, finances, and all the little interesting and not-so-interesting things that make up life. We also happen to be in our twenties, out of uni and embarking on the beginning stage of adulthood. Join us for some fun stories, unsolicited advice and hopefully a good time. To keep connected, follow us at https://www.instagram.com/peelthepomelopodcast/?hl=en