First Gen Failures

By Aileen and Trisha

Two immigrant daughters attempt to detangle everything from global social injustice to the insatiable expectations of foreign parents in this weekly conversation.

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How many episodes does First Gen Failures have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

First Gen Failures episodes:

November 06, 2020 Senior Year in a Pandemic - A discussion w/ our guest Kelsey!
College Apps, SATs, college visits, heavy courseloads - all in the middle of a pandemic. In today's episode with our guest and lovely friend Kelsey, we delve into all of this and more. Enjoy!
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Mentioned in this episode: https://www.npr.org/2020/10/31/929865469/u-s-adds-almost-100-000-new-coronavirus-cases-in-one-day-as-colder-weather-sets-
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35min
October 30, 2020 Fake Friends or Loneliness? - A discussion with our guest Gabby!
"Don't drink poison just because you're thirsty. The water will come eventually." Have you ever chosen having fake friends over feeling lonely? Today we discuss this question with our good friend Gabby.
Mentioned in this episode:
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/oct/23/us-2020-election-highest-rate-voter-turnout
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21min
October 23, 2020 Hustle Culture - The harms of the "rise and grind" mentality
If you take a look around you, it may feel like everyone is constantly hustling with no time off. What can this "Hustle Culture" lead to, and how can you protect yourself against the blurring of work and rest?
Mentioned in this episode:
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-48477087
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20min
October 16, 2020 How Different Countries Handled COVID-19 & The Brighter Side of a World in Quarantine
How much does a country's response to a global pandemic affect their case numbers|? And is there even a silver lining to a world in quarantine? Take a listen to hear our take.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Michigan Governor Kidnapping: https://www.npr.org/2020/10/09/922319136/michigan-domestic-terror-plot-sends-shockwaves-through-militia-world
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18min
October 09, 2020 The Power of a Vote
How much can one vote really influence the course of an election? What do we as citizens do when an election asks us to choose the "lesser of two evils"? In today's episode, we delve into this topic and more.

REGISTER TO VOTE TODAY: vote.gov
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9min
October 02, 2020 How to be a Real Activist - Social change beyond social media
In an age when everyone considers themselves an "activist", what can we do to ensure that we're fulfilling that role? How can we make real, tangible change through activism?
REGISTER TO VOTE: vote.gov
Social News Link:
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/23/us/wanton-endangerment.html
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11min
September 25, 2020 How to Study - Understanding and recalling information without all the stress
Forget flashcards and pretty notes. What's the most efficient way to study material and remember it effectively? How should students manage their stress? In today's episode, we reveal some of our own study methods to help you become a better student.
Mentioned in this episode:
Spaced Repetition: https://aliabdaal.com/spacedrepetition/
Active Recall: https://aliabdaal.com/activerecallstudytechnique/
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17min
September 18, 2020 Rest in Peace, Will Kirkland.
Please consider donating: https://gf.me/u/yzacbx

Resources:
Depression Hotline: 1-630-482-9696
Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Grief Support: 1-650-321-5272
Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-8433

Your life is priceless and you are loved. If you ever experience suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help.
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1min
September 11, 2020 Stories from Our Listeners - Cultural Assimilation
Today, we hear some stories of times when Gabby, Miriam, Gokul, and Shanna felt ashamed of or demonized by their heritage and how they've grown from those experiences. Thank you all for sharing your stories, and we hope you enjoyed the episode!

Mentioned in this episode:
Africa eradicates wild poliovirus: https://www.afro.who.int/news/africa-eradicates-wild-poliovirus
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26min
September 04, 2020 The US's International Image - How other countries view Americans and their culture
Is the US truly seen as the epitome of freedom and liberation? Or is it seen as a joke to the developed world? In this episode, we have a discussion about the US's international image among developed and developing nations, as well as the stereotypical "American".
BLM resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
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21min

FAQs about First Gen Failures:

How many episodes does First Gen Failures have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.