TALK SHOP
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsCome on in to the Talk Shop! This is where three Asian American Millennials gather to talk all about food, relationships, and everything life throws our way! Think of us as your local, neighborhood convenience store but instead of groceries - you get conversations and stories!
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Episodes
NEW YEAR NEW FRIENDS?: Welcoming 2023, Recognizing Toxic Friendships, Leaving Them in 2022
January 04, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBIts a new year, 2023 is going to be great, so WHY RUIN IT WITH PEOPLE YOU DONT EVEN TALK TO ANYMORE?
HOLI-PARTAAAY: Gift Giving Ideas For White Elephant/Secret Santa, Why Disney Mugs Are King, What Are Holiday Foods?
December 22, 2022 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBLast week we covered work-related holiday parties, this week we are covering the ones you really care about! But we'll know you care for sure depending on what you bring to white elephant.
WORK HARD PLAY HARD: Minisode on Surviving Work Holiday Parties
December 14, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBFor many of us, we've been working remote/just getting back into office work - which means we don't really know some of our co-workers... So how do you survive that upcoming work holiday get-together? Listen close!
HAPPY HOLI-GLAZE: Holiday Food Ideas, Potluck Ideas, Party Etiquette
December 07, 2022 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBTis the season where you get invited to a bunch of friendgivings, Christmas dinners, and holiday potlucks. Instead of trying to figure out what to bring, we made an ep all about our tips and tricks.
HAPPY HOLI-GLAZE: Holiday Food Ideas, Potluck Ideas, Party Etiquette
December 07, 2022 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBTis the season where you get invited to a bunch of friendgivings, Christmas dinners, and holiday potlucks. Instead of trying to figure out what to bring, we made an ep all about our tips and tricks.
GETTING LAID...OFF: Waking Up To Unemployment, Bouncing Back, How to Set Yourself Up For Success
November 30, 2022 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBYou hear it everywhere - the dreaded layoffs. Maybe you have been a victim, maybe you're fortunate to only have heard about your friend's experience. Regardless, its a tough time for many out there right now as our economy is not looking so hot. We put together an ep going through a bit of our experiences, how did we bounce back, and how do you make sure you put your best self forward.
WEDDING SZN: Surviving Weddings, Appropriate Outfits, Social Tips
September 21, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBWe've been busy going to weddings every other weekend - but we've come up with some great tips and tricks to help YOU survive the wedding season.
COFFEE SHOP TALK: Sippin' on Iman's Home-roasted Coffee, Discussing Cultural and Political Issues, Music and Culture Ft. Iman
August 31, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIman joins us again and discusses how he roasts his own coffee. Somehow we ended up talking about policing and politics... but we ended up back on track to discuss the current state of hip hop and R&B.
LIGHTS, CAMERAS, ACTION: Film Passion Turned to Career and Peter's Potential Acting Debut Ft Iman
August 24, 2022 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBBig thanks to Iman for coming onto the show! As a film and camera enthusiast-turned-pro, we pick his brain on what it's like to be a creative for a career.
THEY A 4 BUT...: Dating Preferences, Likes and Dislikes, Defining Attractive
August 03, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBTaking the format of the popular he/she a X but... and putting out own twist on it to talk about our partner preferences.
GET GRILLED: Food Gimmicks, Evolution of Hot Pot, What is Next For Asian Food
July 27, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBSeems like all these different kind of foods have gimmicks these days to make it sell... which leads us to think... what's next for our favorite styles of eating?
WILD WEEKEND: Post-Brunch Thoughts, High Off Lychee Gummies, Drunk Off Mimosas Ft Kevin
July 13, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBThe "omg we should make a podcast" vibe hit hard after a wild brunch experience at Chubby Noodle in San Francisco. Main difference... we actually have a podcast. We covered too much ground for us to actually type out lol so enjoy some post-brunch clarity convos.
HER BODY HER CHOICE: Roe V Wade Thoughts
July 06, 2022 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIt's unfortunate to hear that the governing body of our home country has decided to regress our decades of progress for equal rights and strip the fundamental ability of choice for women across the nation. Here's our thoughts on the turning of Roe V Wade
IN THE CLURRRB: Clubbing As Older Millenials, Current Dress Codes, Yachts > Clubs
June 29, 2022 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBIs it us... or the clubs just don't quite hit the same anymore? We recently went back and immediately thought, "this is podcast material."
YAY AREAAAA: Dubs Take the Chip, Breakdown of Game 6, What we Want to See in Post-Season
June 18, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBCongrats to the Golden State Warriors! Hell of a series and brought the trophy back to San Francisco for the first time in decades (not including chips won in Oracle).
BALL IS LIFE: NBA Finals Predictions, Warriors taking Game 4, Is Jayson Tatem Overrated?
June 15, 2022 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBAs of the recording of this episode, Game 5 has not happened yet - but as of release, GO DUBS. We give our take on the NBA finals and what we think will be the ultimate outcome of this gut-wrenching series.
BALL IS LIFE: NBA Finals Predictions, Warriors taking Game 4, Is Jayson Tatem Overrated?
June 15, 2022 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBAs of the recording of this episode, Game 5 has not happened yet - but as of release, GO DUBS. We give our take on the NBA finals and what we think will be the ultimate outcome of this gut-wrenching series.
STATE OF THE ONION Pt1: Comprehensive Review of Asian Food in The Bay Area
June 08, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBStarting off Season 11, we talk all about how and what Asian food is in the Bay Area. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.
STATE OF THE ONION Pt1: Comprehensive Review of Asian Food in The Bay Area
June 08, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBStarting off Season 11, we talk all about how and what Asian food is in the Bay Area. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.
DRUNK STONED STUPID: Roasting Each Other Based Off Drunk Stoned, or Stupid
May 18, 2022 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBDrunk, Stoned, or Stupid... a game that literally makes you feel drunk, stoned, or just plain stupid lol.
DRUNK STONED STUPID: Roasting Each Other Based Off Drunk Stoned, or Stupid
May 18, 2022 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBDrunk, Stoned, or Stupid... a game that literally makes you feel drunk, stoned, or just plain stupid lol.
X YOUTUBERS ASIANS LOVED: Pondering What Our Favorite Youtubers Back Then Are Up To Now
May 11, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBWe used to love watching some of these folks make sketch comedy and random, webcam videos. They definitely aren't still doing that now... but how do we feel about their current content?
RANDOM TANDEM: 10 Years of Friendship in 1 Hour
April 13, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBDid ya'll know Lauren and Peter were friends for over 10 years? Neither did I... but it sure makes for some interesting conversation and content!
JUST A FANTASY: Why Guys Are so Into Sports And Fantasy Sports
April 06, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBSeems like every time Peter and Tyler are on the mic together, we just end up talking about sports. This time, we converse about why guys are into sports to begin with and how we developed a taste for the games.
MY SPACE TO OUR SPACE: Moving in With Your Significant Other
March 30, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBEven though it's common these days for couples to move in with each other, it doesn't mean it's a small step to take in a relationship. There's so much that goes into this life-altering decision, so how do you navigate that? Listen in!
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN: Coping With (non-death related) Loss & (platonic) Work Relationships
March 24, 2022 02:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBYou're going about your day, getting into the grove of what seems like a normal day - then BOOM. Your world gets flipped, turned upside down, and you realize that you're alone. How do you deal with that? Listen in to find out!
B.Y.O.B: Drinking Culture As Young, Working Professionals
March 16, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBEver thought about how your journey with the glass has changed over the years? From AMFs in college to fancy, asian-inspired drinks at Viridian in our late 20s - this is a recollection of our time spent at the bars.
FOOD FOR THE PEOPLE: How We Eat On Budget, Maximizing Your Dollar On Food
March 09, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBEverything is more expensive these days, but how do we eat well and save? We break down what we believe are affordable eats and food that was made for the people.
OH SH*T: Tales of Our Sensitive Stomach Escapades
March 02, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBYou know us as people who eat a lot... but sometimes... we eat something that might upset our stomachs. Here's a few of our stories of our close encounters.
OH SH*T: Tales of Our Sensitive Stomach Escapades
March 02, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBYou know us as people who eat a lot... but sometimes... we eat something that might upset our stomachs. Here's a few of our stories of our close encounters.
GATEKEEPING OR HATEKEEPING: Asian Americans on Gatekeeping Culture, Who's to Say What is Authentic?
February 16, 2022 15:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBHate to break it to you, but just because your grandmother made it a certain way, doesn't mean it's authentic... or... does it? We dive into what we define as gatekeeping and how it impacts our society as Asian Americans.
GATEKEEPING OR HATEKEEPING: Asian Americans on Gatekeeping Culture, Who's to Say What is Authentic?
February 16, 2022 15:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBHate to break it to you, but just because your grandmother made it a certain way, doesn't mean it's authentic... or... does it? We dive into what we define as gatekeeping and how it impacts our society as Asian Americans.
GETTING RID OF THE VID: Catching Covid 19 And How We Coped With The Disease
January 25, 2022 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBCatching COVID was definitely not the business or... you can say... the vid-ness... Full disclaimer: we are not medical professionals and we are only sharing our personal experiences with catching and recovering from COVID. Please consult your doctor or read up on some information from trusted sources for the best information!
[FULL CANTONESE] LUNAR NEW YEARS '22: Traditions, Avoiding The Awkward Conversations, SCL Gala
January 19, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBSIGN UP FOR THE LUNAR NEW YEARS GALA HOSTED BY SUBTLE CANTO LEARNING! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scls-lunar-new-year-tiger-gala-2022-tickets-231391346747?keep_tld=1
RAGS TO RICHES: Our Mindset And Spending Habits Now That We Are Working Full-time
January 12, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBNow that saving money is more of a choice rather than necessity, we reflect on how far we've come financially from being broke college students to young, working professionals.
RECAPPED: Going Through Our 2021 Spotify Recaps
January 05, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBA bit late in the game, but wanted to share what we listened to in 2021!
GET BAKED PT2: Tough Pills to Swallow (literally), Girls Scouts Conspiracy, and More Pie Talk FT Maureen
December 29, 2021 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBThe extended version from last weeks conversation!
GET BAKED PT1: Starting a Baking Business, Testing Cookie Flavors, And Creampies? FT. Maureen
December 22, 2021 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBCheck out Maureen's baked goods! https://www.instagram.com/bakedbymaureen/ Part 1 because we popped a fuse and the recording got cut short. Stay tuned for Part 2!
WE'VE BEEN SET UP: WFH Desk Set Ups, Inspirations, Tech Splurges
December 15, 2021 15:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIf there's one thing the pandemic taught us - you have to invest in your work from home set up. You might not have to go to the extent that we have, but having a proper monitor, desk, chair, and all the little things that make you productive really counts!
88 CRITICIZING: Revisiting Asians in Music, 88 Rising's Cultural Impact, Generational Differences
December 08, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBWhether you grew up watching MC Jin battling it out on 106 and Park or Joji was your first AsAm artist you binged - one thing is for sure, Asian Americans are making waves in music and entertainment!
SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP: Black Friday Shopping And Deals 2021
November 24, 2021 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWhat are you coppin' for Black Friday? Let us know! Check us out on IG: https://www.instagram.com/talkshopcast/
HERE'S A TIP: Group Eating Etiquette, How to NOT be That Person
November 17, 2021 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBThe pandemic left our social skills in shambles. How do we even do things like small talk or... eat in a group? Listen in as we ask the hottest questions like how much should you tip? If you drink water... do you have to split the bill?
HERE'S A TIP: Group Eating Etiquette, How to NOT be That Guy
November 17, 2021 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBThe pandemic left our social skills in shambles. How do we even do things like small talk or... eat in a group? Listen in as we ask the hottest questions like how much should you tip? If you drink water... do you have to split the bill?
[FULL CANTONESE] WHERE TO NEXT?: Where We'd Like to Vacation, Working Through School, and Finding Fresh Seafood
October 20, 2021 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBWe've been working so much, we both need a vacation! Let's see how this entire conversation unfolds from where we want to vacation to to how we got our first jobs. 當疫情時， 我們做工實在太多了！心理上，我們只想遊世界， 不管工作。 建議您們接著收聽 Steph 和 Tyler 的 初年工作經驗或游世界的理想。
FOODIELAND VS 626: We Went to Both Food Festivals.... Also For Science...
October 13, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBNot much of a true versus, but we did decide to go to both to try and see what the fuss is all about! Just us being the tubbies we normally are and eating during the weekend (we got good insight though).
LET ME OUT: We Did an Escape Room... For Science.
October 06, 2021 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBWhy are escape rooms even a thing? We went through the puzzle to figure this out for ya'll!
WHAT YOU ROCKIN: Fall 2021 Fashion Talk
September 29, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBIf you know us, you know we do like the occasion fashion talk! Listen in on our current trends we're into (and not into of course).
SHANGCHIIISH: Full Shang Chi Movie Review Ft. Kevin
September 22, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBSPOILERS ALERT! But if you already watched it, listen in on what we thought of the movie! This is a long one.
NO NEW FRIENDS: Maintaining or Finding New Friends in Your Late-20s
September 15, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBFinding new friends is tough, to some degree, it's not even worth doing after a certain age.
[FULL CANTONESE] I CANT(O) BELIEVE IT: Childhood Memories Going to Chinese School and Stephen Chow Movies
September 08, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBWe might've grew up thousands of miles apart, but our love of Cantonese culture unites us! Thanks, Steph for coming back on to do our first, full Cantonese episode! Check out Steph's new Cantonese learning bootcamp! https://subtlecantoneselearning.com/ use code: SCLxTalkshop to save $10! (Code expires September 13, 2021)