Compassion Fatigue

Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of Compassion Fatigue! This week Elise and Emily discuss some local Georgia news, starting with the crazy story of Governor Brian Kemp suing Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms over her Mask Mandate in Atlanta. We go on to talk about the various plans schools have adopted to open back up in the Fall. And lastly, we celebrate our Apreci-Asian of the week, Peter Tsai, the inventor of the N95 mask filter!! Come join us as we despair but also find hope during these dark times!  Like, Comment, Subscribe!

Hi! This week Elise and Emily discuss 2 bad and 2 good stories! First, Emily and Elise discuss the new ICE changes/stance on international students attending universities that will be all online. Then, they delve into the dark story of a South Korean man and the USA's bid to extradite him.  Then we highlight Phillipa Soo & Monoma Tamaka, two amazing Asian American/Canadian queens representing in the media!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

Welcome to another episode of WTF are you doing?! This time, Elise and Emily discuss the need to cancel the USA. We talk about our disappointment with the governmnet leaders in the USA, as well as the disappointment of other citizens, such as "Karens". Emily and Elise then talk about the small things that have pushed them over the edge because their fuses are shorter from the dumpster fire the world has become.  Come join us as we get fired up!  Like, Comment, Subscribe!

Hey everyone!  This week Elise interviews Emily about School Psychology. What do school psychologists do? And why did Emily choose this career?  Find out in this episode!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

Hi everyone! We are back this week with some uplifting news!  Elise and Emily discuss the initiative by Academics for Black Wellness and Survival Week, and how to engage in change within systems. Also, we talk about Somerset Island Prep's unique Jet Ski Graduation. We then highlight Anmol Narang, the first observant Sikh graduate from West Point Academy!!  Join us in sharing some good news!  Comment, like, & subscribe!!

Welcome back to another episode of Compassion Fatigue!  This week Emily and Elise continue to cover the ongoing conversation and events of the Black Lives Matter movement.  We discuss the need to be responsible and accountable together, as well as applauding the different institutions and individuals standing up for the good!  Let us know what you think and how you are taking care of yourself!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

Hey everyone. Welcome back to another WTF are you doing?! Today we tackle the current protests about racial injustice following the horrible murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and so many more. In this especially long episode, we share our own thoughts and opinions about racial injustice, the protests, and our own allyship with the Black community and folx.    Please join us in this conversation, educate us, and help us check our privilege as we try and keep the conversation going.

Hello everyone! We continue our deep dive into our special topic: Prostitution.  In Part 2, we discuss the history and current news of Comfort Women. Going over the history and facts, as well as sharing our own personal thoughts, join us in this discussion!

Hello everyone! This time Emily and Elise decided to tackle a special topic: Prostitution.  In Part 1, we discuss some details about the Sex trade in Thailand. From statistics to scandals, join us as we talk about sex and prostitution!  Let us know what you think about this seemingly "open secret." Also, join us next week for Part 2 - Comfort Women.  Comment, like, and subcribe!

Hello everyone! This week we take a break from Covid-19 news and look at some other events in the world.  First, we discuss the very sad and frustrating story of Ahmaud Arbery's murder. We talk about the infuriating case, as well as discuss the need for interracial/inter-cultural solidarity in the face of such blatant hatred.  We also chat about the continuing Me Too movement in South Korea, with 74-years old Choi Mal Ja, who has formally submitted a request for a retrial from the 1960's where she defended herself from a rapist.  We also celebrate the long fight and win at Northwestern's University over creating an Asian American Studies department.  And finally, we highlight Vera Wang for our AppreciAsian of the Week!  Let us know what you think in the comments below! Like & Subscribe for more content~  PC:  Ahmaud Arbery,  qNextShark, WLOS Links: https://www.runwithmaud.com/  http://fourteeneastmag.com/index.php/2020/05/08/northwesterns-asian-american-studies-hunger-strike-25-years-later/