
Jiayang Fan
Staff writer at The New Yorker magazine, sharing her experiences as a Chinese American during the coronavirus pandemic.
Top 3 podcasts with Jiayang Fan
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Aug 28, 2023 • 40min
A Garlic Dispute 20 Years In The Making
Jiayang Fan and Samantha Irby join Dan to discuss a 20-year garlic dispute, the best way to eat ice cream, and challenges with spaghetti. They also share their hot takes on Sichuanese beef jerky, mayo, and homemade food vs. store-bought.

Apr 10, 2020 • 36min
'I Become a Person of Suspicion'
Jiayang Fan, a staff writer at The New Yorker, discusses her experiences as a Chinese American during the pandemic. She shares alarming personal accounts of rising anti-Asian sentiment, including encounters of hostility and racism. Jiayang reflects on her childhood in China, contrasting cultural perceptions and the allure of American idealism. She navigates her identity as an immigrant, detailing the emotional impact of xenophobia and the quest for belonging in a divided society.

Dec 28, 2017 • 1h 3min
Jiayang Fan on beauty in China
Jiayang Fan, a staff writer at the New Yorker, discusses the obsession with beauty in China, the impact of selfie beautification apps, and the rise of internet celebrities. They also delve into the business of sabotaging unfaithful husbands and its implications for marriage in China. The podcast explores the connection between women's status and marriage, gender relations, and the sacrifices parents make for their children's well-being.