You, Me, Us is a podcast dedicated to talking with friends and people I know. The idea is to get interesting people to talk about something interesting for 15-20 minutes. Bear with me here, awesomeness is around the corner. J.A. Yang, you can find me at www.jonyang.org.
Moving As One MP3 (right click to "save as")In a super megapod, my three guests and I talk about traveling with (significant) others. AMR, JMZ, and George provide listeners with some hints about monitoring your partner's biorhythms while on the go, and then we segueway into how to combat the bugbear of many relationships: logistics. We get an exclusive insider look into what happens during a Touchpoint Meeting, as well as learn about the two C's of successful relationships. It's a megapod! [22:51 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Inside North Korea MP3 (right click to "save as")This special guest brings us an exclusive look into North Korea. Fewer than two thousand people tourists go there per year and if you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to visit the DPRK, here’s your chance on this extra special, and extra long, episode! My guest will reveal how to get to North Korea, what it’s like inside, and end with a trip to the Kim Il-sung Mausoleum! [54:42 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Wet & Wild MP3 (right click to "save as")This quickie pod is about drinks. And pens. And drinks, and pens. That’s it. Taiwan has convenience stores on every corner so getting any libation is very easy. We are talking strictly non-alcoholic here. I bring on a passionate drinks drinker, who also doubles as a pen(cil) enthusiast. Clearly this is our passion. Join us! [17:20 min]Taste Test: 7-11 EpisodeJet Pens blogGuide to Frixion pensUni Kuru Toga mechanical pencils
Your browser does not support the audio element. Nice to Meet You 很高興見到你 MP3 (right click to "save as")Remember when we did a previous episode, Chinese 102, all in Mandarin? Well we’re back at it again! Sorry for the language barrier guys but this time my guest and I use our improved Chinese — after a year of studying — for a conversation about the different nationalities of people we met during our time in Taiwan. And how to combat stereotypes. Come along for a world tour! [29:26 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Getting to Know You MP3 (right click to "save as")It’s a return from two previous guests as they pair up talk about writing bios, life spreadsheets, and then a thrilling foray into the world of small talk. Do you find yourself forced to interact with strangers? Yes, don’t we all! How do you handle it, do you enjoy it? These are some of things we tackle in this episode. Plus, recommendations! [34:23]My So-Called Life spreadsheet (2008)Shut Up & Sit Down review of CodenamesTaipei's Eco-Friendly Youbike Bicycle Program (2013)margotseeto.com
Your browser does not support the audio element. Taste Test: 7-11 MP3 (right click to "save as")Inspired by Juliet and Jacoby’s Food News (R.I.P.), I’m happy to introduce our first 7-11 taste test episode. For our inaugural foray into the mysterious aisles of convenience stores, we’ll be digging into some weird beers and fry substitutes! Let’s go! [14:55 min]Grantland: Food News
The One About... MP3 (right click to "save as")Is it mysterious, shady, or considerate when someone constantly references “my friend, my friend” without ever dropping any names or context? My guest on this episode is a social connector so we launch, naturally, into a conversation about friendships and trying to figure out why we invest so much time into our friends. Or is it all just a waste of time?! [22:23 min]
Friends of a Feather MP3 (right click to "save as")Is it hard for you to meet friends of the same sex? Well, these two special guests and I suffer from the same malady. Is it because we aren’t trying hard enough? Are we too judgy? Or is the pool just not big enough here in Taiwan? We conclude the episode with a discussion about loneliness. [27:55 min]A semi-related episode from 2011, a blast from the past: It's Not Uncomplicated.
Your browser does not support the audio element. Om Om Om MP3 (right click to "save as")It’s a busy busy world and sometimes it takes a lot to calm the mind and find your peace, even if for a moment. My guest and I embark on a (short) journey into how he uses daily meditation to center himself. Plus, some tips on trying it for yourself! [13:30 min]
Ride or Die MP3 (right click to "save as")Old friends JMZ and AMR join me to talk about men crushes, of which JMZ and I are quite susceptible. Well, arguably. And then we get a quick interlude about buying weed in China, followed by a skateboarding chat fueled by our recent foray to Central Park. [27:46 min]Things mentioned in this episode:Thrashing in Central Park videoAMR as skate punk slash engineer | AMR in flightYoung JMZ showing off his street style 1 and 2
Your browser does not support the audio element. Cruel to Be Kind MP3 (right click to "save as")Initially this episode was about blacklisting friends and the scars that can accrue from being teased and ostracized in childhood. But halfway through, our conversation takes a compelling turn as we start to discuss ignorance, and whether or not people should be forgiven for not knowing, or if they should be taken to task for their, well, ignorance. [21:55 min]
Let Them Lead the Way MP3 (right click to "save as") Your browser does not support the audio element. Let Them Lead the Way MP3 (right click to "save as")On this episode we present the revamped and ready for the public Budget Club! There’s an accompanying blog post and Google Doc to share with the world too. After that, we bring on our father correspondent to give us an update on “The Duke,” baby extraordinaire. [26:27 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Chinese 102 MP3 (right click to "save as")Sorry English listeners, this episode’s all in Chinese! Using our vast Chinese knowledge, my Shida classmate and I have a conversation in Mandarin about living in Taiwan and making friends. Plus, we bring in an actual Taiwanese person to provide a baseline! 加油! [14:13 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. So Nice MP3 (right click to "save as")This episode crosses the ocean and onto a new continent as I bring in some Asian fashion experts to talk about the fashion of Taiwan, Japan, and Korea. It's not just about the different styles but also an exploration of different cultural mindsets and values. Plus, hair talk! [20:20 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Real Stretchy MP3 (right click to "save as")It’s obvious the best food in the world is noodles so my guest and I discuss our 2013 venture: a noodle blog! Then we move onto a short discussion about watching a baby come out of a human before returning to food and living in Chinatown. This episode is delicious! [25:32 min]Things mentioned: Oodles of NoodlesMuji Womens Lamb Wool 1/2 Finger GlovesLasko 754200 Ceramic Heater | The Sweethome review
Your browser does not support the audio element. fiftyfifty.me 2014: Episode 01 (right click to "save as")Holy cow, we're in year three of our fiftyfifty.me books and movie challenge! You remember when we started this whole thing right? Well, here's our most recent podcast episode where Lilly, Susie, and I talk about how 2014 is starting off for us, and let's just say only one of us is on schedule. Oh the suspense! [25:11 mins]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Crafting Perfection MP3 (right click to "save as")On this very important public service announcement episode, AMR and I start off by talking about burritos. What the ones are, what qualities to look for, important stuff. Then we delve into his recent woodworking project, making a massive table! Finally, we clean up with some talk about the time ratio of creating versus consuming, and how the former takes so much longer. [31:28 min]Links from the episode:America's 20 Best Burritos | CoverageAMR's trestle table blog seriesAriel Alasko | InstagramThe End Starts Today: Mixtape #11Recommendation: Powerline Networking Starter Kit | How It Works
Under the Sea MP3 (right click to "save as") Your browser does not support the audio element. In this fishy episode, our special guests share with us the experience of a life time: swimming with whale sharks in the Philippines! With two extra guests on board, this also qualifies as a megapod, which befits this mega adventure. [26:35 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. Obsess to Death MP3 (right click to "save as")A bit of a throwback, on this previously recorded episode from last year, my guest comes in to talk all things fandom. Some things include: Twilight, Harry Potter, Hunger Games, True Blood, Game of Thrones. And of course, Taylor Lautner. #teamedward [20:09 min]
Your browser does not support the audio element. All Grown Up MP3 (right click to "save as")We get a chance to catch up with a very special, on the verge of graduating, college senior: my cousin. If you'll recall, previous conversations we've had covered the tail end of her high school experience, and then pre-college, as she was deciding which university to bless with her presence. Now it's three years later and she's about to enter the real world! [25:19 min]
What's Up Youtube MP3 (right click to "save as")On this extra lengthy episode we tackle trips to Vegas, learning online through videos, and an important add-on about the band of the moment: Daft Punk. Also, don't miss our recommendations at the end, as there's a key hygiene recommendation tucked in there. Enjoy! [29:58 min]Things mentioned in this episode:Code Academy and Lynda.comGrantland, "We, Robots On Daft Punk's masterfully marketed, precisely recorded, just-good-enough Random Access Memories"Sasha Frere-Jones, "Back to Earth: Daft Punk's puzzling new album"Daft Punk's Random Access Memories: A Track-by-Track Feel-AlongOral-B Glide 3d White Floss Picks Radiant MintNinja Sox
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