Boen Wang goes on a pilgrimage to uncover the source of his misery, visiting Norman, Oklahoma, and reflecting on the impact of a single moment that shaped his life. The podcast delves into his Christian upbringing, struggles with self-identity and faith, and the complexities of family dynamics influenced by religion.
Exploring family history can reveal influences shaping generational perspectives.
Cultural norms and upbringing impact self-worth and life struggles beyond religious influences.
Deep dives
Crafting Personal Finances
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Family Origins at 1119 Bayard Street
Discovering family stories tied to a small grocery store on Bayard Street reveals intriguing tales about chicken, bookkeeping practices, and family dynamics, shaping generational perspectives.
Navigating Identity and Belief
A journey through the influence of Christianity unravels complex reflections on self-worth, guilt, and identity, contrasting personal struggles with differing perspectives on faith.
Intrinsic Self-Worth Beyond Religion
Comparing personal experiences with a childhood friend highlights the lasting impacts of upbringing and cultural norms on self-worth, shedding light on the complexity of life's struggles beyond religious influences.
Boen Wang has a theory that a lot of the misery in his life can be traced to a single moment that happened years before he was born. So he makes a pilgrimage to see if he’s right.
Prologue: Ira talks about what it’s like to go back to 1119 Bayard Street in Baltimore. (6 minutes)
Part One: Boen visits Norman, Oklahoma, where he was born, to meet the man he thinks changed his parents’ lives—and his life, too. (31 minutes)
Part Two: Boen’s friend, Andrew, and his parents take what he learned in Part One, throw it into a blender, and push puree. (20 minutes)