Jasmine Sun
Independent writer covering San Francisco culture and AI who reported on the peptide subculture and described uses, social dynamics, and regulatory context from firsthand reporting.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 49min
The Booming Business of Chinese Peptides
Jasmine Sun, an independent writer focusing on San Francisco culture and AI, alongside Zak David, managing partner at Pirsek Technologies, dive into the intriguing world of peptides. They explore how peptides, linked to weight loss and social dynamics, have become a cultural trend in tech communities. Jasmine discusses the underground peptide subculture and its implications, while Zak sheds light on the sourcing and quality control of Chinese-manufactured peptides, revealing the complexities of a burgeoning market amidst regulatory uncertainties.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 11min
Jasmine Sun on Silicon Valley through a Chinese Mirror
Jasmine Sun is an insightful writer examining the 'anthropology of disruption,' drawing parallels between Silicon Valley and China's dynamic landscape. In this discussion, she shares her recent experiences traveling in China, tackling the stark contrasts of hypermodernity she witnessed. Alongside co-host Tianyu Fang, they delve into shifting Silicon Valley attitudes towards China, the tension of consumer ease versus surveillance, and the rapid changes in Chinese cities compared to San Francisco. They also explore cultural insights and recommend must-try food and literature for anyone intrigued by these worlds.
