Growing up as a minority, I think most of us had this problem: that we didn't really see 'people who looked like us' on TV or in pop culture. Things are different now, but this lack of representation may have left some of us feeling lost somehow. But fret not, young padawans, role models are everywhere around you. And if you can draw inspiration and emulate the good traits of people in your lives... oh the places you'll go!
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Let's take a trip down memory lane, shall we? What were our first impressions of each other like and how have those changed since? We've been told that making a great first impression is important, so how much effort do you take into it? And on the flip side, how much does someone's first impression affect the way you think about them? As always, if you have a burning question, find us here: Email: [email protected] IG: @frndsnextdoor Dan: @therealdanchen Mia: @msmiaaa Thomas: @mundane_photos ...
Asians who grew up in the West, or as a minority, love it when we see people who look like us in the media. What's not to celebrate, right? They're representing us on a big platform! BUT, what happens if those who are supposed to represent us, do not? Worse, what happens when the person who’s supposed to represent us stands up for a cause that goes against our values? How much value/weight should we put on movies, music, pop culture in general? Tune in for our takes on Disney's adaptation of Mulan. What's your story? Hit us up and tell us about it as we'd love to hear it! And if you have a burning question, email us at [email protected] Don't worry, you can always "ask for a friend"! ...
Part 2! Of the unwritten codes dictating female friendships and male friendships alike. How are we different? How are we alike? Our friend Jenn Nguyen (we have a guest yay!) joined in the fun in this 2-part convos about the intriguing world of friendship etiquettes. If you want to know more about Jenn and EM Collective, a community to empower and connect Asian creatives through culture, head over to Instagram and check them out at:Jenn - @jennahhlynn EM Collective - @emcollectveDo you have a similar story? Hit us up and tell us about it as we'd love to hear it! And if you have a burning question, email us at [email protected] Don't worry, you can always "ask for a friend"! Additional music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au ...
