Things We Don't Get

As one of the minority races in the western world, Asians being a unique and diverse race faces various discriminations ranging from the workplace all the way to daily life. It’s easy to simplify the problems of the minorities by grouping them all into one category, however each minority faces their own struggles and requires different kinds of support. With this episode, we hope to explore and amplify Asian discrimination to foster further discussions on this ongoing issue.

In this episode, Qashka and Bestia talks about the stuff they don’t get, answering questions such as is it wrong to talk to strangers? Should kid products be solely used for kids? As well as the importance of being yourself.

We all need to work at some point in our lives, but in today’s culture, glamorizing the work you do, the hours you work, or the lack of sleep you get has been more prevalent than ever. Working—which was once only a means to survive—is now filled with colorful motivational quotes that guilt trips you out of leisure in its very own social media platform. Whether you think this culture is toxic or not, this episode is definitely worth a listen.

The booming trend of “influencers” in today’s social medias has brought about numerous changes, both in the job market and also the way we perceive talent. With almost no capital required, the appeal of this concept has encouraged many to live their dreams of becoming one. However, it should be noted that getting there entails numerous challenges, as well as the fact that it is increasingly oversaturated. Listen to this episode to know more about this ongoing trend and to understand its significance in our daily lives.

Other than being an online media company, Hypebeast is a culture. This popular streetwear trend signified a change in the fashion world, creating a culture dictated by brand, logos, and affluence. Despite its infamy, it is no doubt that the Hypebeast culture has managed to transform luxury fashion. While you might argue about whether spending a ton of money on “exclusive clothes” is worth it or not, we know that this episode is worth a listen.

In this episode, we will be talking about morality, or morals. We will cover topics ranging from whether being too nice is a weakness, the current Covid 19 pandemic, as well as various big brands which exist in our world today. Although morality can be relative throughout different time periods, this episode is definitely worth a listen.

It's the year 2020: people are sick, exams are canceled, Qashka listens to One Direction, Bestia's MBTI (kinda) changed, and Gaby is still stuck in Jakarta. In the year 2020, most of the things we expected to happen, didn't, and all of the things that never even crossed our minds became our reality. This week's episode is about the year 2020 because, simply, none of us gets it.

This week, we welcome our guest Nikko, who suggested today’s topic: Neutrality! Everyone can be neutral or biased in various aspects of our lives. Neutrality can be vital as it helps us develop good judgment, and some jobs also do require a state of neutrality. However, our neutrality can put others at a disadvantage, especially in issues that have a high stake. In those times, neutrality could evince ignorance and a lack of participation. Regardless, neutrality is something we should all consider when facing various aspects of our lives.

In this week’s episode, we will be discussing about "Cancel Culture," its impact on those being canceled, and some of its controversies. There are different reasons and ways a celebrity can get canceled, and its effectiveness usually depends on their fanbase. Cancel culture does not only affect celebrities and famous people, but it also affects regular people. Whether it is beneficial or not is still a grey area, so tune in for more insights into one of the most controversial issues in social media.

For this week’s episode, we’re talking about spicy food! While a lot of people can’t eat spicy foods, many are still made fun of for having a low spice tolerance. Those who can’t eat spicy foods also experience various traumas—some of which are being lied to about how spicy their food actually is. Meanwhile, the people who do eat spicy foods use it as a bonding activity, and each of them have their own preferences for it. Spicy foods are also present in a variety of cuisines, and we even can plant the Chili ourselves! Whether you hate spicy foods or love it, this would still be an episode that’s worth a listen.