

Eat Your Crust
Crystal Jiao, Jeesoo Kim
Two Asian-American girls navigating our way through life-in-our-twenties in the Bay Area, with a little help from our friends. Tune in during your lousy commute to laugh and chat with your hosts Crystal and Jeesoo as we ramble about tech, culture, family, and more through an Asian-American lens. If you can relate, feel free to visit us at eatyourcrust.com or reach out to us @eatyourcrustpod on insta or email us at eatyourcrustpod@gmail.com!
Episodes
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Oct 25, 2023 • 49min
The Aftermath of Breakups (part 2)
The podcast explores the aftermath of breakups, including side effects, polite ways to break up on social media, post-breakup regrets, coping strategies, filling the void, navigating post-breakup dating, challenges of online dating, and reflections on breakups and regrets.

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Oct 18, 2023 • 59min
The Aftermath of Breakups (part 1)
Eddy, Jimmy, and the hosts of the podcast discuss how they handle breakups, whether exes can stay friends, the impact of loneliness after a breakup, the importance of support systems, family preferences and gender roles in relationships, funny and heartwarming breakup memories, and the pros and cons of blocking and unfollowing after a breakup.

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Oct 11, 2023 • 48min
Am I a Pick Me?
Unpacking the concept of being a "Pick Me", exploring its origins and connection to modern slang. Discussing the negative effects of this trend and the need for more specific terms. Reflecting on past experiences and changing perspectives on relationships. Discussing how being a "Pick Me" may manifest through showing superficial interests and posting on social media. Exploring the experiences of female gamers and the struggles they face. Recognizing and addressing 'Pick Me' behavior and the importance of supportive friendships.

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Oct 4, 2023 • 52min
The Struggles of Meeting New People
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the struggles of meeting new people. They explore the usage and perception of the word 'valid' in TikTok culture, and discuss the communication style and slang of Gen Z. They also talk about navigating handshakes and awkward greetings, the challenges of meeting new people outside of party settings, strategies to spice up a conversation, and the struggle of introducing people to each other.

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Sep 27, 2023 • 45min
Learning to Tattoo
The podcast discusses the journey of becoming a tattoo artist, the deliberation and permanence behind tattoo art, the importance of customer service and social media skills for tattooists. They also share their own tattoo experiences and talk about the qualities of an ideal tattoo receiver. They explore the tattoo network, trading tattoos, and the role of Instagram in connecting tattoo artists. They discuss the concept of cringeness in tattoos and art, embracing it as a sign of growth. The hosts also share their future goals and ways to support their guest artist.

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Sep 20, 2023 • 44min
Leaning into Your Culture
In this podcast, the hosts discuss their experiences with cultural pride and traditions. They share funny stories about golfing and cooking dinner, and reflect on the challenges of maintaining their cultural traditions while living abroad. They also talk about the changing trends in their cultures and the impact of living outside of their motherland.

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Sep 13, 2023 • 49min
Girls Trip!
Join the hosts and special guest Jen as they discuss the magic of girls trips, crazy stories, and the benefits of going on trips with new friends. They also share personal experiences of being stranded in Vegas and navigating unwritten rules. Learn lessons from their experiences and the importance of protection and looking out for each other.

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Sep 6, 2023 • 51min
Journaling through Different Forms
The podcast discusses the different forms and purposes of journaling, including documentation, productivity, and emotional therapy. They explore unconventional methods of journaling and planning, such as bullet lists and online options. They also touch on the skepticism towards product reviews on TikTok and the transformative experience of vlogging. The hosts reflect on the benefits of journaling, including self-correction, articulating feelings, and increased confidence.

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Aug 30, 2023 • 57min
Girl BFFs vs Guy BFFs
The podcast explores the differences between girl and guy best friends, discussing their experiences and perspectives. They talk about the benefits of both, such as thoughtfulness and different perspectives on relationships. They also delve into the dynamics of opening doors and the funny incident of making a guy uncomfortable. The speakers discuss dating attitudes in opposite gender friendships and the possibility of developing feelings for best friends.

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Aug 23, 2023 • 49min
NewJeans, the Global K-Pop Phenomenon
The podcast discusses the global phenomenon of K-Pop and focuses on the group NewJeans. They talk about how they discovered them and why they captured the hearts of many. They also discuss the accessibility of K-Pop and the dedication of fans. The hosts share personal experiences and observations about the industry.