Eat Your Crust

Exploring childhood birthday party memories and adult perspectives on celebrating parents' birthdays. Reflecting on the evolution of family birthday celebrations and the dynamics of planning and cherishing moments together.

LA filmmakers Jason Poon & Jeff Wu discuss their journey from making anime music videos to directing exciting music videos. They talk about taking emotional moments from the day-to-day and translating that into content. They explore how personal experiences shape character development in a love story and how media consumption influences motivation and emotions. They also reflect on the evolution of YouTube and the impact of platforms like TikTok on young creators.

The hosts chat about their childhood Valentine's Day cards and how they celebrate with their significant others. They also discuss the commercialization of Valentine's Day and navigating relationship dynamics. They explore the meaning of 'nah, he tweaking' and the evolution of Valentine's Day cards and social media.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss topics such as feeling isolated in suburbia, the experience of jury duty, reflections on feeling unmotivated at the start of the year, and the comparison between living in the suburbs and the city. They also explore the concepts of maturity and evolving friendships, as well as the evolving perspectives on friendships and distance as they grow older.

The hosts discuss their return to podcasting after a holiday break and their plans for the new season. They reflect on past resolutions and the importance of prioritizing health and personal growth. They talk about switching to smaller notebooks and setting goals focused on love and joy. They discuss their experiences in new relationships and the role of therapy in communication. They reflect on celebrating different milestones in life and wanting to have more unconventional celebrations in the new year.

The podcast discusses the concept of the Irish Exit, when it is appropriate, and the benefits of executing it. They share personal experiences with Irish exits and funny stories of Irish exits at parties. The hosts also explore Irish exiting as a host and as a guest.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss their insecurities at work including imposter syndrome and feelings of not being 'enough'. They also talk about comparing themselves to others and ways to combat self-doubt. They delve into professional relationships, career changes, and the insecurities that arise when eating at work. The hosts share personal experiences and offer insights on decision-making.

The podcast covers funny incidents involving webcam angles and mistaken baldness. The hosts discuss embarrassing moments and fears of squeaking while speaking. They delve into what makes a close friend, including trust and shared activities. The dynamics of romantic relationships and friendships are explored, along with the challenges of balancing multiple close friendships. They also discuss the transition back to normalcy after the pandemic.

Jeffrey, an expert in dealing with change, joins the podcast to discuss various aspects of change. They talk about the signals that indicate the need to switch up routines and how even small changes can be effective. The conversation also covers managing reactions to involuntary change and accepting new things into our lives. The hosts explore topics like generational slang, reflections in our physical surroundings, seasonal influence on motivation, and the struggle for change. They also discuss living in the Bay Area and the importance of gaining perspective outside of the tech industry.

The podcast explores moments that make us feel like kids and how our thoughts and priorities change as we grow up. They discuss celebrities 'stuck' at the age they became famous and reflect on how age and experience affect their perception of themselves at work. The speakers also talk about activities that make them feel grown-up and the impact of environment on mental growth.