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Have you ever tried to learn another language? I talk to a multilingual friend about experiences with language learning, including my own. We discuss the relationship between identity and language and how the emotions related to identity can complicate the language learning process!LingthusiasmWorld Atlas of LanguagesKorean and Turkish

The show Abbott Elementary is a humorous window into the life of a schoolteacher. I chat with my friend Ms. Scully who taught elementary school with me and helped bring humor into our school teaching days! IG @mizscullyFor a core values assessment, email mztcwitter21@gmail.com.Intro/outro music by Gabriel Douglas, "Justice in Intellect" as found on pixabay.com. 

Are you interested in the way that artists communicate social commentary via pop culture? I sure am! Especially if the artist is Beyoncé, or her husband ;) I was on a panel for the Bruce Gallery at Edinboro University talking about The Carters' video, Apesh*t! This episode is a repost of that panel discussion with art historian Dr. Charlotte Wellman, political scientist Dr. Rhonda Matthews, and Director of the Bruce Gallery Professor Lisa Austin. If you haven't seen the Apesh*t video recently, I suggest you watch it before listening to the episode. You could also check out the full the video recording of the event here.Panel repost starts at 8:34 mins.https://www.brucegallery.info/ 

I catch up with an old grad school friend who laments with me about the ways that working in front of a computer has taken a physical toll on our bodies. We ponder: What is health? What is healthy aging? What is causing our neck, hip, and back pain?! We have a good time talking about painful times. I hope you have a good time listening! Code Switch episode discussing K Beauty

This year we've witnessed an outcry against critical race theory, but what is really fueling this resistance? Luis and I studied critical race theory together. I went on to teach it in undergrad classes and Luis brings it into his current work with K-12 educators. We discuss why critical thought feels threatening and connect it to militarism, Obama's presidency, and inaccurate assumptions that racism is a problem of our nation's past. Our conversation addresses two central questions: What is knowledge? Whose voices and perspectives are legitimated? I encourage you to check out this episode on Crenshaw's Intersectionality Matters for a deeper discussion of the origins of critical race theory. Bargaining for the common goodLuis on Squeezin' Lemons

The Chair, starring Sandra Oh, on Netflix is a satirical look at our contemporary academic crisis. It tackles financial issues, gender and racial inequities, and the question of cancel culture  and protest on college campuses. My very thoughtful and hip friends at The Vulgar Geniuses invited me to discuss The Chair, and in this very short episode I offer some comments on this discussion.CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE HERE!HBR podcast "Why the highest paying jobs so rarely go to women" episode discussing "greedy work."

Have you also watched Squid Game and you can't get enough?! Then you've come to the right episode! We discuss the characters in this show, dissect the symbolism, appreciate the artistic quality, and examine the show's statements about society. Jason and I also talk a little about our own childhood games. This episode is full of spoilers, so watch the series first.(Conversation begins at 8:06)."Parasite: The movie" discussion on Squeezin' LemonsNBC on Squid GameCNN on Squid GameHipPodHedzRetro RecapKnow Sage at Native Stranger Media

What is the Long Covid experience? My friend and guest shares her experience with Long Covid, which is one unique experience among thousands. We reflect on the post-quarantine experience and what living through the pandemic has taught us about our identity and relationships.8:42 Guest conversation begins Disclaimer: We are not medical doctors and are not qualified to offer medical advice...but seriously, get vaccinated!Gulf War SyndromeBackground on coining Long CovidLong Covid in The Lancet

Are you looking for a fresh perspective on the dating scene? Are you getting through a bad breakup? Are you seeking soundbites on how to live your best life? This episode has it all! My cousin Lisa talks about her journey out of marriage and into the dating market, and (former?!) “professional dater” Ginger wants to know all her key takeaways.  We cover boundaries, regret, parenting, your sense of identity on the dating scene, friendships, and how they all relate to romantic relationships,TW: Intimate partner violence. Please consult https://www.thehotline.org/ if you have concerns or would like to learn more.

What does Black and Asian solidarity look like during this time when “Black Lives Matter” and “Stop Asian Hate” are household terms? I talk with dancer, writer, and organizer Rohan Zhou-Lee about one vision of Black and Asian solidarity through community building in the Blasian March, a product of their purposeful organizing across different identity groups. We share our thoughts and experiences, and criticize various aspects of white mythology. In doing so we discuss language as an extension of colonization and tool of resistance, inspiration for creative thinking, ways to cultivate safety, and individualized solutions vs communal and structural solutions. Follow Rohan's amazing work on their IG, twitter, and FB @diaryofafirebird and @blasianmarch. Mia Mingus and pod mapping https://batjc.wordpress.com/resources/pods-and-pod-mapping-worksheet/Virulent Hate Project Report https://virulenthate.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Virulent-Hate-Anti-Asian-Racism-In-2020-5.17.21.pdf https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/viral-images-show-people-color-anti-asian-perpetrators-misses-big-n1270821 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vulgar-geniuses/id1511650673 

The Vulgar Geniuses and I share our thoughts on Cathy Park Hong's book, Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning, originally posted on their podcast, "The Vulgar Geniuses Book Club Podcast." We discuss cross-racial solidarity and race relations with Hong's mention of Malcolm X and Richard Pryor, and we explore Hong's commentary on the Asian immigrant experience. I emphasize a running theme of how racism, capitalism, and militarism were spread with imperialism. https://www.vulgargeniuses.com/ 

What can an individual do to combat systemic racism? We are a little over a year since George Floyd was taken from his family and this Earth by an agent of the state. This episode follows one individual's personal experience with the Racial Reckoning of 2020 that exploded into mass protests and support for Black Lives Matter and The Movement for Black Lives.My guest is an ICU physician and pulmonologist who cared for patients suffering Covid19 through the worst of 2020. While Dr. David is exceptional in several ways, I invite you to imagine a world in which his story of personal growth and understanding is unexceptional and instead, rather common. 

How do you feel about our history-making Vice President elect?! In this episode, resposted from the Squeezin' Lemons podcast, we talk about our prerogative as mixed people and the rollercoaster of emotions we feel regarding Kamala. We discuss her dual minority identity and how she conveniently implements one angle or another for political purposes. Our special guest Mixed Girl Mane, from the Militantly Mixed podcast, joins our conversation and shares what happened when she learned that her partner is white and not a POC.Find cohost Jason on his new podcasts: The Retro RecapHipPodHedz

Every year around Mother's Day, the United States encourages us to honor mothers despite the lack of institutional support provided via child care, maternity leave, and prenatal healthcare. What about those who have complicated relationships with their moms? How do we feel when Mother's Day rolls around?!? I speak to DuShaun of https://sagegawdcollective.com/ about the trials she has with her mom and the tribulations I have with mine. We hope you enjoy our stories and this convo offers insight into your own relationships!Seriously, check out DuShaun, she is doing great work!https://switchedonpop.com/episodes/the-mystery-of-montero-aka-lil-nas-x-feat-take-a-day-triphttps://www.cnbc.com/2021/04/28/biden-plan-could-save-families-nearly-15000-a-year-on-child-care.htmlhttps://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/04/28/fact-sheet-the-american-families-plan/https://www.vox.com/2020/1/30/21113782/pregnancy-deaths-us-maternal-mortality-ratehttps://www.oecd.org/els/soc/PF2_1_Parental_leave_systems.pdf

Dr. G wants to talk about the woes of dating so she brings on her best girlfriend, Kelly, to have a casual conversation. They swap stories from the front lines of dating, discuss uncomfortable situations, the pressure to “be nice,” and briefly contemplate open relationships.https://www.somethingyoushouldknow.net/563-the-most-successful-ways-to-find-love-what-makes-the-human-voice-so-amazing/ 

What is this podcast about? Here is a brief introduction!Intro/outro music by Wataboi, "What u Thinkin," as found on pixabay.com.