We hit the beach for this "on-location" recording (ignore the wind and wave sounds).  I had a super fun time trying to catch crab with Kaitlyn and Adam.  In between checking our crab snares, we had time to chat about fishing and whatnot.  Did we go home empty-handed? Check out our Instagram for pics of the day.  Or you can watch Adam's video of our outing at his channel ( https://youtu.be/CLoDXJi3Ee0?si=tK7PecsyfEyy6wtt )  Please ignore the part where I botched my first cast!

Special thanks to my guests KB and Adam!  You can check out Kaitlyn's content on Instagram @kaitlynbui or her TikTok and brand new YouTube channel @Kaitlyn_Bui.  You can follow all of Adam's adventures at sea and on land @Die.hard.fishing on social media!  And for 10% off Promar gear, you can use Adam's promo code "DHF"

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Science fiction with feelings! Mike Chen is a New York Times bestselling author.  He's written parts of both the Star Wars and Star Trek collections.  He has penned 6 original novels including, Here and Now and Then, Light Years From Home, and the recently released A Quantum Love Story. 

Besides both being geeks with the same last name (in Chinese), Mike and I also have UC Davis and growing up in the Bay Area in common. If any of that also describes you, you will certainly want to read some of Mike's books! His books also explore Asian American identity issues and intergenerational family dynamics.  Plus, they're just super fun to read!

You can find Mike's books at your local bookstore (shoutout to @christophersbooks in SF where I got my copy of Light Years from Home!) or wherever you get books.  Follow Mike on social media @mikechenwriter

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It’s not every day that we have a reverend on the InfatuAsian Podcat! Reverend Eugene Cho has made it his mission to end suffering around the world.  He founded One Day's Wages, a grassroots organization that uses small donations from everyday people to help people all over the world.  He’s written and co-authored 3 books and speaks all over the world.  He is currently the President and CEO of Bread for the World.

Eugene and I have known each other for about 40 years, and it is truly an honor to call him a friend.  I admire the person that he is and the work he does tremendously and am grateful he was able to give us some of his time!

You can follow Eugene @eugenecho on social media or check out onedayswages.org and bread.org

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Michelle has been traveling the world for the past 10 years.  She has been to over 68 countries on all 7 continents… and she’s gotten paid for most it!  It started by teaching English in Japan, which turned into teaching English and taking care of kids on cruise ships. This past year (November to November) Michelle was working at the South Pole Station in Antarctica!  If you have a desire to see the world, and you’re not independently wealthy or a trust fund baby, this episode is for you!

You can read and see more of Michelle’s travels at her blog www.wandereatwrite.com or her Instagram @wandereatwrite   In one of the cooler coincidences we found out that Michelle grew up in Daly City, my current hometown, what a small world!

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Our Theme:“Super Happy J-Pop Fun-Time” by Prismic Studios was arranged and performed by All Arms Around 

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Love is still in the air over here at the InfatuAsian Podcast... you get a 2nd Valentine's Day episode!  This time Jennifer, Nadira, and I asked some of our podcasting friends to pick their favorite K-Drama romance of ALL TIME!!!  I loved hearing all their answers, and I hope you agree or maybe even get a few dramas to add to your watchlist!

Special thanks to all my special guests! They all went above and beyond my expectations and came through big time.  THANK YOU!!!!

Lia from Afternoona Delight Podcast (@afternoonadelightpodcast)

Judy and Linda from K-Drama My Eyes Out (@kdramamyeyesout)

Margo from Kdrams with Margo (@margo_dramas)

Andy, Jenny, and Brandon from Pocha Playlist (@pochaplaylist)

Jess from Daebak K-Rambles (@daebakpod)  

Thank you to Nadira and Jennifer as well, you guys always make me laugh and keep me watching new dramas!

Did you like our picks?  You can let us know your thoughts on the draft at: [email protected], or via direct message on Instagram and Facebook @infatuasianpodcast 

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Our Outro:

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Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!  Whether you're married, dating, or single we have a fun episode for you.  Jackie, Loan, and I talk about random Asian love facts and stories this week, just in time for V-Day 2024!  So cuddle up with someone you love... or enjoy some black bean noodles by yourself and have a listen!

Special thanks to fellow teachers Loan and Jackie for joking around with me this week. And a special shout out to Ming the owner of Lime Tree Restaurant in San Francisco, who was our unofficial, unsolicited, and unbilled sponsor this week!  Also, feel better Vicky!

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“Super Happy J-Pop Fun-Time” by Prismic Studios was arranged and performed by All Arms Around 

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*Spoiler Free 1st Half*  Netflix’s The Brothers Sun started 2024 with a bang!  Starring Michelle Yeoh, it is a non-stop adventure from episode one. It is far from simply being a show about fighting a triad war, it has lots of comedic and heartfelt moments. At its core, it is a story about loyalty and family both born into and chosen.

My co-host Katie and I got to spend our lunch hour with two of the stars of the show, Jon Xue Zhang who plays Blood Boots, and Alice Hewkin who plays twin sisters May and June.  Both Alice and Jon called in from England where they live.  They are both so kind, funny, and insightful.  We honestly could have talked to them until the wee hours of the night (London time).

Please watch The Brothers Sun on Netflix and encourage the network to film a second season!  You can follow our guests on social media @jonxuezhang and @alicehewkin   

Catch up with Katie @katieyowyow on TikTok and IG.

Our logo and cover art were designed by Justin Chuan @w.a.h.w (We Are Half The World).

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This week we break down Netflix’s hit show Singles Inferno 3.  Watching 12  beautiful Korean singles compete for each other’s affection has become a winter tradition for Netflix.  Curtis is a little late to the Singles Inferno franchise, watching the show for the first time this year, but it didn’t disappoint. It is very entertaining!

Helping out this week are Corinna, Andrew, and Katie.  Corinna and Andrew are Curtis’ former students, and Katie is a content creator who posted some TikToks about Singles Inferno, which is how Curtis found her.

Catch more content from Katie over @katieyowyow on Instagram and TikTok.

Music in this episode:

“Say Yes” by Jun Ha Young

This week’s outro is “Soju Over Ice” by Son of Paper

Our Theme:

“Super Happy J-Pop Fun-Time” by Prismic Studios 

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We recorded this episode in late June of 2023, but we held it up due to the Hollywood writer’s strike, but it’s finally time to bring it out of cold storage!

Leo Xia, professionally known as LowHi, is a singer/songwriter, rapper, and music producer.  His solo work showcases his sensitive side that’s filled with authenticity and subtlety. When he raps with his group NITEMRKT, however, you get to experience the duality that is Lowhi!

Songs On This Episode

"Sliced Fruit" - Lowhi (384, album)

"Faded Photo" - Lowhi (Hyphenated, EP)

"Aching" - Lowhi (384, album)

"Bag That Bao" - NITEMRKT夜市 

"Tether" - Lowhi (384, album)

Listen to LowHi’s music on Spotify or YouTube.  Follow him on Social Media @lowhiofficial Support his future work and stay up-to-date with all he does by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/LowhiMusic

Special thanks to Sydney for co-hosting with me again.  Good luck on your college apps!

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The Fetishist is a book written over 10 years ago by Katherine Min.  Unfortunately, Katherine passed away in 2019, and it was left unpublished. The book has just now been published posthumously and is available for you to read.  One of the people who made sure that this book got out into the world is Katherine’s daughter Kayla Min Andrews.  It was a real joy to speak with Kayla, and learn more about her mom and the book!

If you’re in Seattle (1/18/24), San Francisco (1/22/24), LA, Asheville, Chapel Hill, or Boston.  You can meet Kayla in person during her book tour!  See Kayla’s Instagram @kaylaminandrews or her website https://kaylaminandrews.com/ for more details.  And if you’d like to learn more about Katherine Min, you can find more at https://katherinekmin.com/

Listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc…) 

Music: People Ain’t No Good - The Cramps (A Date With Elvis - 1986 - Big Beat Records

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