Asian Not Asian
S3E30: Girl Talk Asians feat. Julia Shiplett (Netflix) and Youngmi Mayer (Hairy Butthole podcast)
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Quick takeaways
- Asian friend groups should not be universally labeled as toxic, as toxicity can exist in any friend group regardless of ethnicity.
- Finding an affordable apartment in a competitive market can be challenging and unfair, with high rent prices and broker fees causing financial strain.
Deep dives
Discussion on Asian Friend Groups
There has been recent discourse on the topic of Asian friend groups, with some individuals expressing negative views and finding them toxic. However, it is important to note that friend groups can be toxic regardless of ethnicity. While there may be some specific characteristics that apply to certain Asian friend groups, it would be unfair to single them out as universally toxic. Additionally, personal experiences and observations can shape one's perception of these friend groups. It's worth mentioning that some individuals believe that Asian friend groups can be binary, either consisting of incredibly kind and supportive individuals or those that exhibit negative behaviors. This theory suggests that if one Asian individual displays negative traits, their entire friend group might do so as well. Lastly, the discussion around Asian friend groups often stems from experiences within California, where majority Asian communities are prevalent, leading to more prominent subgrouping and categorization based on ethnicity.
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