What Just Happened?

Why did David start this podcast? Has Eugene gotten more woke since joining? We end this season with a Q&A, reflecting on what motivates us to keep talking (it doesn't take much!), how David got deservedly scolded for lack of attentiveness, ways both of us want to grow, and much more. This is our last episode before our summer hiatus. Thank you all for listening, have a safe and wonderful summer, and we'll see you in the fall! Music: LiQWYD - Sunny Oh My Girl - Dun Dun Dance My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “When we become kinder to ourselves, we can become kinder to the world.” ― Haemin Sunim

It's our 100th episode! Rather than doing a Q&A (coming soon), Eugene and David celebrated the special occasion by ... renting cars. We explain in the episode. In a strange way, cars are also symbolic of the journey that life takes us on. We have one more episode this season before taking a summer hiatus. As always, thank you for listening! Music: LiQWYD - Higher Marco Beltrami - Le Mans 66 My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "The only journey is the one within." - Rainer Maria Rilke

As the U.S. starts to open up, David and Eugene continue their series on travel. Why do we travel? What are some of our favorite travel memories? Where do we look forward to going in the future? (And what's the story behind Eugene's larger than life ice cream cone?) We hope all of you are doing well, and are able to create travel memories with your loved ones soon. As always, thank you for listening! Music: Declan - Winter Love Cool - All For You My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “I think you travel to search and you come back home to find yourself there.” ― Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

This is a somewhat different type of episode. The topic of the day is officially "research" -- how to approach research, what questions to ask, where to find resources. But to make it fun, David talks about planning an aspirational family trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, while Eugene asks key questions about how to make the process less overwhelming. (Really, though, what this episode reveals is that our hosts are feeling the effects of the pandemic travel restrictions!) As always, thank you for listening! Music: Tiki Tiki Tiki Room - Wayne Brady It's a Small World (RapMania!) - fan_3 My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Please stand clear of the doors. Por favor, mantengase alegado de las puertas.” - The Monorail

While recording our Minari episode, Eugene and David discussed their feelings on the aftermath of the Atlanta shooting (which, to be honest, already feels like an eternity ago). In this bonus segment, we discuss our thoughts on the shooting and ways we wish to elevate Asian American female voices.  Support Asian American women Red Canary Song: We are a grassroots collective of Asian & migrant sex workers, organizing transnationally. https://www.redcanarysong.net/ NAPAWF: We work to build a movement for social, political, and structural change for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women and girls. https://www.napawf.org/ KIWA (Koreatown Immigrant Workers Alliance): Our mission is to build the power of immigrant workers and to organize a grassroots leadership to transform our workplaces and communities, in Koreatown and beyond. https://kiwa.org/

From our last episode's focus on reality TV, we turn to the critically acclaimed independent film Minari. Beyond the accolades and awards (congrats Youn Yuh-jung!), this movie hit home for both David and Eugene on a personal level. We talk about all the ways it did. As always, thank you for listening!  Music: LiQWYD - We Got Something Lana. Et. Rospo - I Love You (Yes I do) My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Minari is truly the best. It grows anywhere, like weeds. So anyone can pick and eat it. Rich or poor, anyone can enjoy it and be healthy." - Soonja

(Note: This episode was recorded before the mass shooting in Atlanta.) As further proof the pandemic has caused David to crack, look no further than how he fell down the rabbit hole of the (highly entertaining) Netflix reality series, "Bling Empire." It took a little more convincing to get Eugene to join the watch party but -- to no surprise of long time listeners of this podcast -- it turns out Eugene had a lot to say about not only this television show, but reality TV, relationships, romance, and love. As always, thanks for listening! Music: Sapajou - Lipsia SilentCrafter - Lights My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “We're all Asian, we don't fight.” - Kane

In the last episode, Eugene discussed how he formatted OmniFocus to see his tasks one at a time, for enhanced focus. For those who are interested, in this bonus segment, Eugene goes in depth about how he was able to create this perspective. The next episode will be released on April 13th. We hope you are all doing well. Thanks for listening! My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com

Who knew life in a pandemic could be so busy? In this episode, Eugene solves how to use OmniFocus best for him. We also take a bigger picture approach to our To Do lists and think about how we can reduce the overall busyness and stress in our lives, and close with a discussion of who does the grocery shopping for our respective families. As always, thank you for listening! Music: Markvard - Dreams LiQWYD - Take Off My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Busy has become the new fine." - Jeff Shinabarger

I (David) am terrible at to do lists. More often than not I can't remember where I put my list in the first place. In this episode, Eugene and I discuss how I've become a new convert to OmniFocus, while Eugene harbors some well founded doubts. As always, thank you for listening! The life-changing OmniFocus "Next" tag:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV6geLyo5zE Music: Markvard - Dreams Roa - Snow Dancer My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “To-do list : to-do list!” ― Ljupka Cvetanova

In the third and final episode of the Enneagram series, the spotlight turns on David who discusses the unusual experience of being equal parts type 5 (Investigator) and type 9 (Peacemaker). David discusses how he was more naturally an investigator while peacemaking was something he needed to work on, how his types impact his marriage and relationships, and why this combination can lead to both contentment and complacency. We're so glad you took this Enneagram journey with. As always, thank you for listening! Music: Sapajou - Lipsia Winter Love - Declan DP My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "She was like the moon—part of her was always hidden away." - Dia Reeves 

In part 2 of our series on Enneagrams, we dive deep into types two (helper) and seven (enthusiast). As a lifelong helper, Eugene tells us how his helper type has changed over time for the better, and what he thinks helpers are like in relationships. He also reveals why he may not be as strong an enthusiast as David believes, but also where he wants to direct his enthusiast energy. The next episode will be our last in the Enneagram series (for now) where we discuss David's results. As always, thanks for listening! Music: MOJO - tubebackr Winter Love - Declan DP My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.'" - Fred Rogers

It's finally here! In today's episode, David and Eugene dig deep into the Enneagram test, a model of personality defined by 9 different types. Specifically, we talk about Eugene's results, ways in which they do or don't match  his lived experience, and what we think may explain how he got the way he is. As always, thanks for listening! RHETI test: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/rheti TGC article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/the-faqs-what-christians-should-know-about-the-enneagram/ Music: To Count the Stars - Sapajou Winter Love - Declan DP My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Maybe there's no one right way to be a good person, and maybe there's no advisory board signing off on who does and doesn't deserve badges.” - Hannah Paasch

Happy New Year! Everything’s off to a great start ... right? David and Eugene thought what better way to start off the podcast than with a movie review. In this episode, we discuss the high flying Wonder Woman 1984. And it’s safe to say this movie left us with strong opinions. We hope you are doing well and staying safe and as always, thanks for listening! My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Animal print – rawr.” – Barbara Minerva

As we march (crawl?) toward the end of 2020, David subjects his dad to the same treatment Eugene has long suffered -- impossible, open ended questions about society and change. Fortunately, dad's wise enough to provide some coherent answers. We also look ahead to President elect Biden's administration, and David asks his dad a childhood question that's been bugging him for years. Thank you everyone for listening! This will be our last episode of the calendar year. We'll be back in mid-January. Happy New Year and see you in 2021! Music: MusicByAden - Aural Nights RYYZN - Trust Me My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Some roads aren't meant to be traveled alone." - Chinese proverb

I don't know about you, but I spent election night binge watching Star Trek: Discovery while every now and then frantically checking the results. (Side note: All "election tickers" must die.) In this special episode, David and Eugene are joined by their dad to discuss the presidential election. David talks about why he is very, very disappointed but nevertheless retains some glimmers of hope, Eugene questions what he knows or thinks he knows about the Republican party, while dad provides very much needed wisdom and perspective. Stay safe, Happy Thanksgiving, and thanks for listening! Music: Atch - First Light Music by Arden - Aural Nights My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Culture clash is terrific drama." - Ken Follett

Christina Ray Stanton was among the first wave of Americans to get COVID-19, back in March of 2020. Over the next few weeks, she fought for her life from a hospital bed in Florida, hundreds of miles from home.  It's been a while since I've interviewed an author, but in today's episode, I spoke with Christina about her experience being hospitalized by the coronavirus, as well as the tension between straddling different political circles, and how she manages to keep her Facebook friends! As always, thanks for listening! (Note: This episode was recorded prior to the presidential election.) Faith in the Face of COVID-19: A Survivor's Tale - https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Face-COVID-19-Survivors-Tale/dp/1733745238/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1605030621&sr=8-1https://christinaraystanton.com/books My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "As I climbed into the car, I suddenly had a flash of how drastically my life had changed in a few short weeks. In fact, it seemed like the whole world had changed in less than a month." - Christina Ray Stanton  

In case you haven’t gotten enough of Eugene and David talking props, this bonus episode is for you. We go through the remaining 2020 California propositions, lightning round style. From cash bail to property tax to data privacy, we’ve got you covered. We hope you’ve found our voting advice helpful and of course as always thanks for listening! My 2020 California Propositions Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16WyQbbwKfZWrMWhQtEaeGZpIcYsz3bATGGvOTg7spTQ/edit?usp=sharing My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Talk is cheap, voting is free; take it to the polls.” - Nanette L. Avery

In a year of blockbuster propositions, Prop 22 is “the big one.” Latest polls show it's in a dead heat. Uber, Lyft, and Doordash have spent close to $200 million convincing you to vote yes, and the San Francisco Chronicle has endorsed prop 22 while the LA Times says no. Eugene and David debate prop 22, the rights of Uber drivers, and the gig economy. We also discuss Prop 21, and rent control, and Eugene “solves housing” for us. :) As always, thanks for listening! My 2020 California Propositions Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16WyQbbwKfZWrMWhQtEaeGZpIcYsz3bATGGvOTg7spTQ/edit?usp=sharing Music: Babasmas - City Lights Monsta X - Newton My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “They are working to trick the public into voting in favor of this. And they’re getting traction.” - Prof. Veena Dubal, UC Hastings

Thank you everyone for the feedback on my 2020 California Propositions Guide! You can find the guide in the link below. In today's episode, Eugene and I focus on Prop 16, and the looming issue of affirmative action. As someone who was once staunchly anti-affirmative action, I talk about my journey and why I'm now a proponent. We also discuss how Asian Americans are uniquely situated in the affirmative action debate, and what that means for us. As always, thank you for listening!  My 2020 California Propositions Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16WyQbbwKfZWrMWhQtEaeGZpIcYsz3bATGGvOTg7spTQ/edit?usp=sharing  Evan Low's speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dP4LieEaoJ4 Music: Vendredi - We Were Young Sarah Jansen - Far Away My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "This conversation is about power, it's about race and the loss of power or the perceived loss of power. And frankly, the fear of sharing power ... This is 2020 and let us not get into this fallacy that this is about a zero-sum narrative and one's gain is another's loss. But this is about how we can recognize that an injustice to one, is an injustice to all." - State Assemblyman Evan Low

If you don't know much about the movie Greyhound, you're not alone. This Hollywood blockbuster, written by and starring Tom Hanks, was an early casualty of COVID-19, and eventually landed on Apple TV+ this summer. When Hanks heard the movie wouldn't be playing in theaters he said he it was “An absolute heartbreak.” Fortunately for us, our friend Rob Koh is back with us to break it all down. In addition to being an Ironman triathlete, Rob served as a U.S. Naval officer and spent time in active duty in a U.S. submarine. Rob tells us what he thought of the film, and how it compared with his real life experience in service. Co-host Eugene also weighs in on why Tom Hanks's movie characters are the heroes we need. Thank you Rob and Eugene for coming on the show, and thank you everyone for listening! Music: First Crossing & But At What Cost? - Blake Neely My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy path." - Captain Krause (quoting Proverbs 3:5)  

After a restful summer, I can't think of a better way to start off the new season than with a reunion! Long time listeners will remember experienced Ironman triathletes Rob Koh and Sam Chung. Both Sam and Rob were training for Ironman races when COVID-19 hit the U.S. in early March. In today's episode, they recount both the general chaos and confusion of those early days and how it impacted their training, as well as how their triathlon community adjusted to the new realities of the pandemic and their experience with "virtual" racing. Along they way, they also make a solid effort to recruit co-host Eugene Chang into the sport!  Thank you Sam and Rob for once again coming on the podcast (for what's now looking like a series!). Thank you Eugene as always for your co-hosting presence. And thank you everyone for listening! Update / Spoiler alert: After we recorded this episode, Sam got his bike back! :) Music: tubebackr - District 19 Babasmas - City Lights My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Just keep swimming..." - Dory

If there's one major difference between Eugene and David, it's that one of us is extremely handy and the other is not. Eugene grew up watching shows like This Old House and New Yankee Workshop, while David ... let's just say for him putting together an Ikea end table is an accomplishment! In this episode, Eugene provides insight on how to get better at handiness and repair, while David shares some of his coping mechanisms for quelling his fear of drill bits and instruction manuals . As always, we hope you are safe and thank you for listening! :) Music: tubebackr - District 19 DayFox & BraveLion - Soulmates My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Measure twice, cut once, then force it to fit.” - Anonymous

What heresy is this? Who doesn't like to complete their to do lists? The sense of accomplishment? The glory? In this episode, David and Eugene talk about how we stay organized and get stuff done. David asks for help with his problem of chronically losing track of tasks he's supposed to do, while Eugene discusses how he's learned over the years how to develop a routine, and why he sometimes DOESN'T like getting things done. Thanks for listening! :)  Be More Productive in 7 Days: https://www.nytimes.com/programs/productivity-challenge Music: Declan DP - Spaceship Babasmas - City Lights My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "I watch a lot of astronaut movies....Mostly Star Wars. And even Han and Chewie use a checklist." - Jon Stewart

From K-dramas to the stars, our journey through television continues. Today, Eugene and David discuss episode one of the newest Star Trek franchise, Picard. Growing up, both of us were fans of The Next Generation, so returning to the world of Jean-Luc Picard feels a little like coming home. We talk through the many twists and turns of the pilot episode (Data's back!), what we liked and didn't like, and give our thoughts on the essence of what makes Star Trek, Star Trek. Live long and prosper, and thanks for listening! Music: Walking with Number One - Jeff Russo End Title - Jeff Russo My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Make now always the most precious time. Now will never come again.” - Jean-Luc Picard

It’s happening! Eugene is watching a Korean drama. And not just any, but the smash hit, Crash Landing On You. This show was popular enough even in the United States that there was a lengthy story about it in the Washington Post (link below). In today’s podcast, Eugene and David talk about episode 5 of the show, our likes and dislikes, North Korean culture, and our thoughts about Kdramas in general. Eugene also gives a verdict for what future (if any) K-dramas may have in his television consumption. Crash Landing is currently available on Netflix. As always, thank you for listening! Music: Tokyo Music Walker - New Day 10cm - Destiny like a coincidence "South Korean drama Crash Landing On You offers glimpse of daily life in North Korea”: https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/s-korean-drama-offers-glimpse-of-daily-life-in-north-korea "Amid lockdown binge watching, U.S. viewers savor story that puts a human face on North Korea”: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/south-korea-crash-landing-on-you-defectors-netflix/2020/04/17/d78c761c-7994-11ea-a311-adb1344719a9_story.html My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Sometimes the wrong train takes you to the right direction.” - Yoon Se-Ri

2020 was SUPPOSED to be a big year for flagship phones. The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, OnePlus 8 and iPhone 12 are all on tap to be released this year. David and Eugene were also both planning to upgrade their phones this year as well, but COVID-19 has thrown this decision, like most other things, for a loop. In this episode, we talk about what we ACTUALLY care about in terms of smartphones in terms of functionality, features, and price. And now that we're all at home, we also talk about our favorite streaming services, streaming "strategies," and what we're watching on our devices. Thank you for listening! Music: Lonely Beats - When I Ikson - Coastline My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "We didn't start the fire, it was always burning since the world's been turning." - Billy Joel

Do you love where you live? Or do you wish you could move? As we all shelter in place, Eugene and I discuss the places we’ve lived, and where we live now. We talk about what we love about our respective areas and things we wished were different. I’ll be honest, this episode touched a nerve. Specifically, Eugene raises a couple of personally provocative questions in the middle of the episode that got me thinking about about the choices I’ve made about where we call home, and whether those decisions were the right ones. As always, thank you for listening! Music: Roa - Steps J.Fla - High Hopes My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "There's no place like home." - Dorothy

What makes a good leader? Chances are you've worked for both good and bad bosses in the past. What inspires and motivates people to be their best selves? Now more than ever, the world is looking for strong leaders who can provide comfort, vision, and determination through a time of crisis. Even since Eugene and I recorded this episode, it feels like the world has changed. Wherever you are, we hope you are safe and find meaningful connections amid physical isolation. As always, thank you for listening! Music: Roa - Steps Tubebackr - Circles My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "We’re scared of what we don’t know. There’s only one way to learn and to know and that is to confront that fear." - Jocko Willink

Along with your water bottles, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer (if you can get it!), here are a few modest tools to help you get through the COVID-19 epidemic. As always, thank you for listening! My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Florentina Ariza had kept his answer ready for fifty-three years, seven months and eleven days and nights. 'Forever,' he said.” ― Gabriel García Márquez,

Neither Eugene or David do Crossfit, Ironman, or bodybuilding contests -- although we’ve both run half marathons and at least one of us uses the app for Peloton. In this episode, we talk about our fitness and workout regimen. Eugene gets into the ups and downs of running, David discusses the best gym routine that works for him, and we talk workout tech, gym etiquette, and why David is terrible at running outdoors. Thanks for listening! Music: Blazo - Liquid Silver Re plus - Nighttime My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “I never run with scissors. Actually, those last two words are unnecessary.” – Bill Murray

"Dominant groups do not give up their power easily." That's according to law professor and OG Tiger Mom Amy Chua. I've thought about this statement quite a bit, and I've come to reject this framing of our current state of the world. It's catchy but also panicky and outraged, and makes us feel hopeless and doomed.  I believe there's another way. While dominant groups may not give up power easily, there IS a way to resolve in vs. out-group conflicts peacefully and even (dare I say) "normally." And who couldn't use a strong dose of normal these days?  As always, thank you for listening!   Music: Ikson - Harmony Lindecis - Blind My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “In the polarized era, the outcome isn't really about the candidates. What matters is what percentage of the electorate is Democratic and Democratic leaners, and how they get activated.” - Rachel Bitecofer

Here’s a hard truth: One day you may be forgotten. Eugene and David debate why that truth might be tough for some of us to swallow, and why it may be okay not to be remembered. Also in this episode, both David and Eugene were recently triggered watching “dads behaving badly.” We talk about what (respectively) triggered us about dad behavior in the wild. As always, thank you for listening! My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “And know that I'm with you the only way that I can be. So until you're in my arms again, remember me.” – Miguel, Coco

What’s in a name? Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker finally reveals the mystery of Rey’s identity what it means for the Skywalker saga. Eugene and I discuss our thoughts on the movie (spoiler alert!) and the future of SW franchise. Our conversation also spills beyond the screen to how questions of Rey’s identity tie in to the real world. Happy new year everyone and thank you as always for listening! My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Rey, never be afraid of who you are.” – Leia

As we near the end of 2019, David and Eugene look back on what a year it’s been, and look ahead to 2020. Eugene describes how he sees God’s will for himself – whether it be broad and general or specific and concrete, while David rants about society’s "bait-and-switch" when it comes to children and technology, and we each revisit our purpose for our lives. As always, thanks for listening! CGP Grey, “The Rules for Rulers”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rStL7niR7gs   Music: Finkl - Eternal Love Annie - Tomorrow (reprise) My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones." - Shannon Alder 

For every riddle under the sun, There is an answer or there is none. If there be one, try and find it; If there be none, never mind it. - Mother Goose rhyme (1695) The Life Where I Don’t Travel, Johnny Harris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABrzFmhHJIk   Music: Fredji - Happy Life Ikson - Coastline My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com

Should we be free range parents? David and Eugene discuss the concept of raising children in the spirit of greater independence and less supervision. And while both of us applaud the notion that children should take risks, make mistakes, and learn from failure, in our opinion, free range parenting has one MAJOR flaw that keeps us from calling ourselves FRP's. Thank you as always for listening! Links: http://www.freerangekids.com/sticks-and-stones-too-harsh-for-todays-kids/ https://www.popsugar.com/family/why-im-letting-my-child-trick-or-treat-without-parent-46583991 https://www.yesmagazine.org/happiness/helicopter-parenting-free-range-kids-08122019  Music: Jonas Schmidt - Fall Again Niwel - Morning Light My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “You don't remember the times your dad held your handle bars. You remember the day he let go.” - Lenore Skenazy

This episode started as a bit of an accident, but led to something really great. Eugene was once asked (possibly by me!), "Do you consider yourself a feminist?" That question apparently led down a rabbit hole and ultimately to today's topic. And rather than having two dudes mansplaining feminism, we asked Professor Jennifer Lee Koh to join our conversation. In this episode, we talk about what feminism means to us, the underlying institution it's actually seeking to upend, and how feminism wins the future. Special thanks to Jennifer Lee Koh for gracing us with her thoughts and insight! And thank you for listening!  Music:   Huey Daze - Sweet Nothings Declan DP - Echo My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Patriarchy is not the natural order of things. It's not that we can't help it. In fact, it's the opposite. We helped create it. Which means that change is not only possible, it's probable." - Liz Plank 

In this second of our grab bag format, Eugene and David debate whether the Republican party has now officially become the party of white male nationalists. We also ask whether parents should be allowed to pick their child-to-be's gender, and whether new medical technologies like CRISPR or CAR-T “feel different." Finally, we reveal how we would spend $10,000 if we had to spend it on something fun. (Eugene is apparently shocked by David’s answer!) Next time, we’ll return to our normal format. As always, thank you for listening! Music: MBB - Moving On Seventeen - Hit Sound My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Engineered humans are a ways off—but nobody thinks they’re science fiction anymore.” - Amy Maxmen

In this episode, Eugene and I debate and discuss the so-called “Billy Graham” rule, a practice among some male evangelical Protestant leaders, where they avoid spending time alone with women to whom they are not married. On this Apple Events day, we also discuss what Sir Jony Ive’s departure means for the company, David has an old-man-on-the-lawn moment about “bezels,” and we catch up on how our diets are (or aren’t) going. As always, thanks for listening! Music: Scandinavianz — Around The Sea Jay Someday — Never Give Up My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “The most harmful aspect of the Graham/Pence rule is this: It keeps women out of the room. It says that men can forward their careers via mentoring sessions, golf games and brainstorming lunches, but women cannot. The Graham/Pence rule prevents women from climbing to the top of their careers because the men who have the power to help them get there won’t even let them in the room.” – Monica Hesse

Let me say this upfront: For some of us, the idea of spending $200 on a single pair of jeans sounds outrageous, while for others, it’s a bargain. For most of my life, I fell squarely in the first camp. Clothing has always been a complicated and sensitive topic for me, for reasons I get into here. In this episode, I talk about why for me my $200 pair of jeans represents a step toward taking ownership of my apparel (perhaps for the first time). Eugene and I also discuss how we like to shop for clothes, what we think our style represents, and some of our favorite brands. We hope you give this a listen! Note: This episode is not sponsored or endorsed in any way. Music: MBB & Jonas Schmidt - Moving On Robin Sparkles - Let’s Go to the Mall My reading journey: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Anyone can get dressed up and glamorous, but it is how people dress in their days off that are the most intriguing." —Alexander Wang

Chances are, there's a Slytherin in your life. Slytherins are complicated, even to ourselves. Today we continue our journey through the Hogwarts School, this time discussing the Houses of Slytherin and Ravenclaw. David discusses what he got wrong about Slytherins and what he thinks they really care about, while Eugene stands up on behalf of Ravenclaws. As always, thanks for listening! Music: Trey B - Ambition (The Mighty Slytherin Theme) John Williams - The Knight Bus What I'm reading: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?order=d&shelf=read&sort=date_read  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Gryffendor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, Slytherin, no matter in which house we are in; We all belong from Hogwarts, we all know magical arts.” – Ankisha Das

Are you a Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin? A few episodes back I talked about “channeling your inner Slytherin” and that got us thinking about the four houses of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. In today’s episode, we talk about which house we think we belong in, the pros and cons of each house, and why sometimes your greatest strength can also be your greatest weakness. We hope we did right by Harry Potter fans out there. (More HP content to come!) As ever, thanks for listening!   What I'm reading: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?shelf=read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “Hufflepuff is my favorite house in some ways. There comes a point in the book where each house has a chance to rise up to a certain challenge. The Slytherins decided they’d rather not play, the Ravenclaws – some play, some won’t, but the Hufflepuffs stay to fight. They didn’t want to show off, they weren’t being reckless, that’s the essence of Hufflepuff.” – JK Rowling  

Here’s the bad news: It’s going to get uglier. After the news of the past week, I’m bracing myself for an election that may be the most vicious, toxic, and racially charged in my lifetime. On the other hand, I believe there’s a way out. What I mean is, there’s one message that democrats can focus on, that I believe would lead to an effective and winning strategy. It all comes down to just two simple words. Thanks for listening! Music: Peyruis - Grapevine Scandinavianz - Summertime SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com

I’m not gonna lie, this one is personal for me. When I think back to why I started this podcast, at least at a subconscious level, it was partly because I wanted to speak out about this very topic. Many of the issues dividing “progressive” versus “traditional” believes have to do with human sexuality and gender. But as someone who grew up in the church, I believe there’s an even more fundamental problem at the core of traditional Christianity. It’s a problem I’ve thought about and have had many conversations about for years, it’s the central reason why I don’t consider myself a traditional Christian, and incidentally, it’s also a central reason why we’ve seen the explosive growth of “universalism” in recent years. Very special thanks to my brother Eugene who was willing to engage with me in an open and respectful way on today’s episode. One of the things I absolutely love about this podcast is having a sibling and co-host who is capable of having a fun, interesting, and healthy dialogue on even thorny topics where we may disagree. Thank you brother! And as always, thank you everyone out there for listening! Music: Mira Costa - Seasons Randy Travis - Sweet By and By What I'm reading: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34364-david?shelf=read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmGsRHNFLGW3CdbXndnnS8CeCmw0qavfTwCuiSzmGEY/edit SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “The God that holds you over the pit of hell, much as one holds a spider, or some loathsome insect over the fire, abhors you.” – Jonathan Edwards “Does the sadistic monster in Jonathan Edwards’ sermon look like Jesus? Of course not. So we are free to reject it. We MUST reject it!” - Brian Zahnd

We like to keep things practical on this podcast. A while back (Ep. 31), I talked about why grit is one of the most important characteristics to teach your kids for success, more important than talent or luck. But no one is ever going to “out grit” a computer. As long as it has enough power and functionality, a machine will just keep on doing what it’s programmed to. So how can human beings stand a chance of out-competing neural networks, deep learning, and the rise of machines? In today’s episode, Eugene and I discuss the one human trait we have that may make it possible for humans to stay a step ahead of machines, and what that means for the skill set you should prioritize in your job. (Channel your inner Slytherin.) As always, thanks for listening! :) Music: Arensky - Shallows Jonathan Coulton - Chiron Beta Prime SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “I visualize a time when we will be to robots what dogs are to humans, and I’m rooting for the machines.” - Claude Shannon

If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, hopefully you know our movie reviews are unlike what you typically find online. With the speed of social media, I feel like the Avengers moment has already passed and the current buzz is all about Always Be My Maybe. (Side note: Who would have thought in the "Bill and Ted" days that Keanu Reeves would be such a fantastic Asian American meme?!?) In this episode, Eugene and I breakdown our thoughts of the latest MCU  movie, why the Tony Stark/Pepper Potts storyline was so important to David, the two scenes respectively that made us cry, and more. Thanks for listening! Music: Alan Silvestri - One Shot, Portals SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "So many stairs!" - Hulk

Love isn’t always easy. Relationships take work. Sometimes the person in a relationship who needs to reflect on this most is the least likely to do that work. Eugene and I have both been married for several years. In that time, we’ve learned a few things about what what works for us and what doesn't. More often than not those lessons have come from past conflict and grief. In today’s episode, we get a little personal, as we share what we’ve learned or wish we had known about love and relationships. Thanks for listening! Music: Ian Ewing x Philanthrope - Smart Gurl in a Skort FredJi - Happy Life SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “True love is singing karaoke Under Pressure and letting the other person sing the Freddie Mercury part.” – Mindy Kaling

After returning from a trip to Hong Kong and Seoul, Korea with my parents, I’ve come up with some answers to the question, “Why do you travel?” Although as you’ll hear, my version of an ideal travel vacation is not for everyone (morning commute anyone?). I also talk about how I managed to lose my glasses, weird things about Hong Kong and Seoul, and why Eugene needs to visit an Irish pub. This episode is meant as a follow up to Episode 52, The Essence of Place - Why We Travel. Check that one out if you haven’t already. And thanks for listening! Music: Samsonite - Rainy Love Poong Gyung - Me to You, You to Me SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com "Adventure, yeah. I guess that’s what you call it when everybody comes back alive.” – Mercedes Lackey

In my twenties, I had a quarter life crisis. I thought about quitting my job and switching careers. While today's episode isn’t about my quarter life crisis per se, it's about something unexpected (and harrowing) that happened along that journey. That incident, along with a few others, have over time helped me learn how to receive criticism, and provided moments of reflections about the “side hustle” I love. Thanks for listening! Music: Artificial.Music - Before I Forget IU - Through the Night SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.” - Ernest Hemingway

  One of the things I’m most proud of about this podcast is that Eugene and I can have real, honest conversations about touchy issues, in a loving, respectful, and thoughtful manner. Along the way, questions will be asked – maybe even impolite ones – but asking questions is at the heart of progress and change. In this episode, Eugene challenges my understanding of privilege, we discuss the recent Captain Marvel ruckus, what “privileged” people are actually supposed to do about their privilege, and how to diversify your palate if you live in a largely monogamous community. (SN: Who knew a movie as effervescent as Mary Poppins Returns could lead to such a robust dialogue about wealth, privilege, and class?) Thanks for listening! Music: Artificial Music - Before I Forget Ikson - AM SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW What Just Happened? on iTunes, Overcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and Spotify. Reach us at  Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatjusthappenedpodcast Twitter @davidgchang whatjustpodcast @ gmail . com “In this country American means white. Everybody else has to hyphenate.” - Toni Morrison