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Sippin' Tea with Dr. G

32 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratings

Conversations on relationships, identity, and society with Dr. Ginger, a PhD in sociology. Come for the tea, stay for the sociology!

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Episodes

Squeezin' One Sour Lemon!

May 29, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Dushaun is on the podcast to talk about a big family surprise she learned last year. Listen to get the tea and how she has been working through it! Find Dushaun at SageGawdCollective

Breaking up with an Identity: A Career Story

April 29, 2024 02:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

Are you thinking of a career change or have you done it before? This episode is my story of leaving the unglamorous life of an academic. It is a story about adaptability and change, and ultimately, of putting myself first. Pour One Out Storytelling event IG: gingerellaxoxo

Beyoncé's act ii: Cowboy Carter

April 01, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Two days after the album drops, us three Beyoncé superfans talk about Cowboy Carter and speculate on what's next from our Queen. This episode is all the thinkpiece you need!   The last time us three got together for Renaissance, check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyonces-renaissance/id1566385964?i=1000579146500 https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-countrys-linda-martell-own-her-story https://www.eriesblackwallstreet.org/ Dushaun's upcoming retreats https://sagegawdcollec...

Asian Identity through Traveling as an American

March 20, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

Elmer shares thoughts on his Asian identity and ADHD experience. We discuss social and familial expectations, and the process of gaining perspective through experiences traveling abroad. We swap short stories, talk about storytelling, and had a good time! You should know that I have a few things to say about capitalism in the intro that have nothing to do with my conversation with Elmer. It is a bit of a rant, so I added timestamps for your convenience, haha! 3:43 - 15:05 anti-capitalism r...

Asian Identity and My Mother's Homeland

February 13, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

What makes a visit to the homeland of your immigrant parent different than a vacation to a popular destination? My guest Charles shares about his experience visiting Korea with his mom and helps me unpack some of my complicated feelings about a homecoming to my mother’s homeland—you know, where I’m REALLY from.

Making friends as an adult

January 08, 2024 00:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Making friends is hard because you have to put in work, but what kind of work?! We talk about the difficulties of how to make new friends, how it’s different when single or coupled, the awkward initiation, nurturing the relationship, and some details in between. NPR LifeKit How to Make Friends

Asian Identity with Avy

December 27, 2023 21:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

What is your relationship to your heritage language? How does it impact your sense of self and your familial relationships? How do you work through intergenerational trauma? Avy and I discuss these questions and she shares how she moved from identifying as Asian American to Cambodian American or Khmer American. Cash Cuties Podcast Episode 

Asian Identity with my Sister

November 05, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

What is your relationship to your Korean-American identity, and Korean food, language, and culture? What are your thoughts and feelings on K-pop and Korea’s current place in pop culture? My sister and I respond to these questions and discuss how Korean-ness influences our own relationship.

Asian Identity with Shena

November 05, 2023 01:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

What is your relationship to your Korean-American identity, and Korean food, language, and culture? What are your thoughts and feelings on K-pop and Korea’s current place in pop culture? My sister and I respond to these questions and discuss how Korean-ness influences our own relationship.

When Ginger Met Luis: A Love Story

September 24, 2023 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.19 MB

How do you go from an 11-year platonic friendship to romantic partner? Survive a pandemic! Well, that's what happened to me anyway. If you enjoy awkward rom-com moments, I think you will enjoy this story. Is this story relatable in any way? I'd love to know, hit me up on IG @gingerellaxoxo. 

On Creativity with Aram Han Sifuentes

August 28, 2023 03:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

In another episode discussing creativity, I ask Aram Han Sifuentes about her journey as an artist and educator. They share what inspires her social and racial justice-oriented projects.   Aram's website: https://www.aramhansifuentes.com/  Aram's artist husband Roberto Sifuentes' website  Roberto Sifuentes podcast about a project with leeches

On Creativity with Sabrina

May 08, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In my quest to become more creative, I talk to an artist and high school art teacher about their approach to their own creative process and how they encourage young people to create. We discuss ways to get unstuck and how to get into a creative headspace. Additionally, Sabrina shares her experience teaching art in Florida, which has recently seen challenges to academic and creative freedom.   Check out Sabrina’s Instagram: @sabrina.roopnarine Hit me up at my IG: @gingerellaxoxo Spark and Fire 

On Creativity with Iowa Rockwell

February 25, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

We investigate our creative side in this episode. I do not consider myself an artist, so I talk to someone who does! Check out Iowa Rockwell's work on Bandcamp or any streaming platform. Hidden Brain, Creative Differences A Dynamic Definition of Creativity The Science and Creativity of Health Mindfulness and Creativity Convo with guest begins at 7:07

Rap Sh!t and rap shit

November 06, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

Spoiler alert: If you haven’t seen Rap Sh!t yet, you are missing out! But forreal, spoiler alert. I talk with the hosts of HipPodHedz, Novek and Know Sage, about the show, including how this season ends and what we speculate will happen next. And of course we elaborate on related rap shit too. HipPodHedz

Beyonce's Renaissance

September 12, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

I'm back, babyyyy! And I had to rejuvenate the pod with the Renaissance of our lifetime :D Beyonce's album is giving us life and it is giving so much more. Two Beyhive friends join me to discuss the album and the tired criticisms.   Check out Dushaun on IG @dushaun_nicole Related links: Playlist of samples NYT Popcast Switched on Pop It's been a minute Church Girl Memes, exhibit A

On Language Learning and Identity

May 01, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

Have you ever tried to learn another language? I talk to a multilingual friend about experiences with language learning, including my own. We discuss the relationship between identity and language and how the emotions related to identity can complicate the language learning process! Lingthusiasm World Atlas of Languages Korean and Turkish

Schoolteaching Stories and Abbott Elementary

March 31, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

The show Abbott Elementary is a humorous window into the life of a schoolteacher. I chat with my friend Ms. Scully who taught elementary school with me and helped bring humor into our school teaching days! IG @mizscully For a core values assessment, email [email protected]. Intro/outro music by Gabriel Douglas, "Justice in Intellect" as found on pixabay.com. 

Have you ever seen a stage goin' Apesh*t?!

February 28, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Are you interested in the way that artists communicate social commentary via pop culture? I sure am! Especially if the artist is Beyoncé, or her husband ;) I was on a panel for the Bruce Gallery at Edinboro University talking about The Carters’ video, Apesh*t! This episode is a repost of that panel discussion with art historian Dr. Charlotte Wellman, political scientist Dr. Rhonda Matthews, and Director of the Bruce Gallery Professor Lisa Austin. If you haven’t seen the Apesh*t video recentl...

My neck, my back...pain>.<

January 31, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

I catch up with an old grad school friend who laments with me about the ways that working in front of a computer has taken a physical toll on our bodies. We ponder: What is health? What is healthy aging? What is causing our neck, hip, and back pain?!  We have a good time talking about painful times. I hope you have a good time listening!  Code Switch episode discussing K Beauty

"The Chair" with The Vulgar Geniuses

December 07, 2021 03:00 - 5 minutes - 3.97 MB

The Chair, starring Sandra Oh, on Netflix is a satirical look at our contemporary academic crisis. It tackles financial issues, gender and racial inequities, and the question of cancel culture  and protest on college campuses. My very thoughtful and hip friends at The Vulgar Geniuses invited me to discuss The Chair, and in this very short episode I offer some comments on this discussion. CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE HERE! HBR podcast "Why the highest paying jobs so rarely go to women" episod...

The Critical Race Theory Controversy

December 07, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MB

This year we’ve witnessed an outcry against critical race theory, but what is really fueling this resistance? Luis and I studied critical race theory together. I went on to teach it in undergrad classes and Luis brings it into his current work with K-12 educators. We discuss why critical thought feels threatening and connect it to militarism, Obama’s presidency, and inaccurate assumptions that racism is a problem of our nation’s past. Our conversation addresses two central questions: What is...

Squid Game (with spoilers)

October 17, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Have you also watched Squid Game and you can’t get enough?! Then you’ve come to the right episode! We discuss the characters in this show, dissect the symbolism, appreciate the artistic quality, and examine the show’s statements about society. Jason and I also talk a little about our own childhood games. This episode is full of spoilers, so watch the series first. (Conversation begins at 8:06). "Parasite: The movie" discussion on Squeezin' Lemons NBC on Squid Game CNN on Squid Game HipPo...

"Grabbing Life by the Balls" after Long Covid

September 28, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

What is the Long Covid experience? My friend and guest shares her experience with Long Covid, which is one unique experience among thousands. We reflect on the post-quarantine experience and what living through the pandemic has taught us about our identity and relationships. 8:42 Guest conversation begins  Disclaimer: We are not medical doctors and are not qualified to offer medical advice...but seriously, get vaccinated! Gulf War Syndrome Background on coining Long Covid Long Covid in Th...

"Grabbing Life by the Balls" after Long Covid

September 28, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

What is the Long Covid experience? My friend and guest shares her experience with Long Covid, which is one unique experience among thousands. We reflect on the post-quarantine experience and what living through the pandemic has taught us about our identity and relationships. 8:42 Guest conversation begins  Disclaimer: We are not medical doctors and are not qualified to offer medical advice...but seriously, get vaccinated! Gulf War Syndrome Background on coining Long Covid Long Covid in Th...

From Divorce to Dating

September 01, 2021 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Are you looking for a fresh perspective on the dating scene? Are you getting through a bad breakup? Are you seeking soundbites on how to live your best life? This episode has it all! My cousin Lisa talks about her journey out of marriage and into the dating market, and (former?!) “professional dater” Ginger wants to know all her key takeaways.  We cover boundaries, regret, parenting, your sense of identity on the dating scene, friendships, and how they all relate to romantic relationships, ...

Black and Asian Solidarity (March!)

July 26, 2021 03:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

What does Black and Asian solidarity look like during this time when “Black Lives Matter” and “Stop Asian Hate” are household terms? I talk with dancer, writer, and organizer Rohan Zhou-Lee about one vision of Black and Asian solidarity through community building in the Blasian March, a product of their purposeful organizing across different identity groups. We share our thoughts and experiences, and criticize various aspects of white mythology. In doing so we discuss language as an extensio...

Our Feelings on Minor Feelings (repost from Vulgar Geniuses)

July 05, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

The Vulgar Geniuses and I share our thoughts on Cathy Park Hong's book, Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning, originally posted on their podcast, "The Vulgar Geniuses Book Club Podcast." We discuss cross-racial solidarity and race relations with Hong's mention of Malcolm X and Richard Pryor, and we explore Hong's commentary on the Asian immigrant experience. I emphasize a running theme of how racism, capitalism, and militarism were spread with imperialism.  https://www.vulgargeniuses....

One Year Later: Reflections on One Man’s Racial Reckoning

May 31, 2021 02:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

What can an individual do to combat systemic racism? We are a little over a year since George Floyd was taken from his family and this Earth by an agent of the state. This episode follows one individual’s personal experience with the Racial Reckoning of 2020 that exploded into mass protests and support for Black Lives Matter and The Movement for Black Lives. My guest is an ICU physician and pulmonologist who cared for patients suffering Covid19 through the worst of 2020. While Dr. David is ...

Kamala and our "Mixed" Emotions (Repost from Squeezin' Lemons)

May 05, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MB

How do you feel about our history-making Vice President elect?! In this episode, resposted from the Squeezin' Lemons podcast, we talk about our prerogative as mixed people and the rollercoaster of emotions we feel regarding Kamala. We discuss her dual minority identity and how she conveniently implements one angle or another for political purposes. Our special guest Mixed Girl Mane, from the Militantly Mixed podcast, joins our conversation and shares what happened when she learned that her p...

Swapping Dating Stories

May 05, 2021 01:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB

Dr. G wants to talk about the woes of dating so she brings on her best girlfriend, Kelly, to have a casual conversation. They swap stories from the front lines of dating, discuss uncomfortable situations, the pressure to “be nice,” and briefly contemplate open relationships. https://www.somethingyoushouldknow.net/563-the-most-successful-ways-to-find-love-what-makes-the-human-voice-so-amazing/ 

It's Complicated: Mother's Day Edition

May 05, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

Every year around Mother’s Day, the United States encourages us to honor mothers despite the lack of institutional support provided via child care, maternity leave, and prenatal healthcare. What about those who have complicated relationships with their moms? How do we feel when Mother's Day rolls around?!? I speak to DuShaun of https://sagegawdcollective.com/ about the trials she has with her mom and the tribulations I have with mine. We hope you enjoy our stories and this convo offers insig...

Introducing Sippin' Tea with Dr. G!

May 05, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.27 MB

What is this podcast about? Here is a brief introduction! Intro/outro music by Wataboi, "What u Thinkin," as found on pixabay.com.

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