Yangyang Cheng, a keen observer of the COVID-19 crisis, shares poignant conversations with her mother that highlight the complexities of family dynamics against the backdrop of authoritarian governance in China. Asmod, from Nepal, recounts the struggles of a tourism-reliant economy, revealing the impact on daily wage workers and corruption in health procurement. The dialogue encompasses the social upheaval and challenges faced by migrant workers in Singapore, all woven together with themes of isolation and the universal need for connection during a global crisis.
