In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Dani, a high school student who transformed her love for mythology and Latin into a creative video game. Join us as Dani shares her story, from falling in love with the classics in 6th grade to taking on leadership as Co-Founder & President of her high school Classics Club.

🎮 Discover how Dani created a video game inspired by The Odyssey to excite younger students about Latin—even in schools where the subject is no longer offered.
🛠️ Learn about the challenges she faced in coding, researching game engines, and overcoming technical hurdles as a young developer.
📜 Reflect on the enduring relevance of the classics, from their philosophical lessons to their modern-day adaptations.
💡 Hear her advice for young leaders on navigating ambitious projects and making an impact in their communities.

Whether you're a classics enthusiast, a budding game developer, or simply someone looking for inspiration to turn your passion into action, this episode is packed with motivation and practical advice.

Tune in and get ready to be inspired by Dani’s story of creativity, leadership, and determination!

In this episode of Asian Students Speak Out (ASSO), I sit down with Jinnie, my former advisor and mentor during my first internship abroad in Thailand. Jinnie, originally from Thailand, shares her unique experience studying abroad at a Finnish university and how it shaped her both personally and professionally. We dive into her advice for students considering studying or working abroad—how to make friends in a new place, embrace different personalities and cultures, and push yourself out of your comfort zone. Jinnie’s story is an inspiring example of how stepping into the unknown can not only open doors for your career but also enrich your life experiences. Whether you're preparing to study abroad or just curious about different cultural perspectives, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and ready to take on new challenges!

In this episode of "Asian Students Speak Out," we sit down with Tsering Sherpa, a close friend of Anjelica when they met at their freshman dorms in the University of Pennsylvania. Tsering has been instrumental in promoting and preserving Sherpa culture through her roles in high school and college organizations. She shares her experiences organizing cultural events, her ambition to pass down the culture of her family, and the impact of Buddhism on her worldviews.

Alex Jung is a current high school senior who started his podcast, The Youth Factor, as a way to start important conversations with his diverse-backgrounded peers! Alex and our podcast’s host, Anjelica, both share a passion for education and what’s a better way to learn than making podcast episodes with our friends and interesting people we want to talk with? 

Alex shares his mission, some valuable lessons he took away from his podcast guests, and offers advice to starting your own passion project—especially as a high school student!

Alex will be attending UChicago in the fall! Here is his podcast’s instagram: @theyouthfactorpodcast 

https://www.instagram.com/theyouthfactorpodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

In this episode, Olivia shares her mission behind Cancer Kids First, the organization she founded when she was 14. She offers important advice to any individual wanting to build an impactful organization. Visit her company’s website for more information and volunteer opportunities:

https://www.cancerkidsfirst.org

In this Episode, Martin and Anjelica reflect on their high school experiences and what brought them to their position today. This episode reflects on the past, including course selections, staying motivated and most importantly, being in a good headspace throughout the 4 years of your high school experience.

In this episode, Martin and Yo-Jia discuss the oscar winning film Everything Everywhere All At Once. From it's hidden meaning to the further impact on the asian community, this movie has widespread impact on the movie culture.

To learn more about the situation visit May's website: @whatshappeninginmyanmar | Linktree

Welcome to Asian Students Speak Out, a podcast where we give a platform to Asian students to share their experiences and speak out about the issues that matter to them.

In this episode, Martin and Yo-Jia are joined by special guest May Tun, a student at Cornell University who has been closely following the recent military coup in the fictional country of Bruma.

May will be sharing her thoughts and perspective on the situation in Bruma, and Martin and Yo-Jia will be discussing the broader implications for the Asian community.

Join us as we explore the complex and often overlooked experiences of Asian students, and lend our voices to the important conversations happening on campuses and beyond.

This Episode explores the lack of Asian American teachers within the American Education System. We discuss possible reasons why, and how that connects to Asian culture.