In this episode, Chrystal and Summer dig deep into the history of Hong Kong drag queens, the progression of drag in mainstream culture, vogueing, drag brunches, and so much more! Now, drag queens are give more of a platform and visibility, but there is still more to do. Listen along as we share our thoughts and analyse drag culture in Hong Kong!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer dig deep into the history of Hong Kong drag queens, the progression of drag in mainstream culture, vogueing, drag brunches, and so much more! Now, drag queens are give more of a platform and visibility, but there is still more to do. Listen along as we share our thoughts and analyse drag culture in Hong Kong!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 41: Hong Kong's Iconic Drag Queens! 

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer do a deep dive into Hong Kong's history in regards to the LGBTQ+ community and representation. They talk about the history of LGBTQ+ laws and reflect on why Hong Kong is so conservative when it comes to homosexuality culture. Follow along as Chrystal reflects on her time attending Catholic school, and how they were both not exposed to any sort of LGBTQ+ representation. They also analyse how the Hong Kong media has misrepresented, stereotyped, and dehumanised the experience of LGBTQ+ individuals through watching clips from previous HK TV shows. Finally, they end with some positive representation when it comes to LGBTQ+ films, including Happy Together (1997), and Suk Suk (2019). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer do a deep dive into Hong Kong's history in regards to the LGBTQ+ community and representation. They talk about the history of LGBTQ+ laws and reflect on why Hong Kong is so conservative when it comes to homosexuality culture. Follow along as Chrystal reflects on her time attending Catholic school, and how they were both not exposed to any sort of LGBTQ+ representation. They also analyse how the Hong Kong media has misrepresented, stereotyped, and dehumanised the experience of LGBTQ+ individuals through watching clips from previous HK TV shows. Finally, they end with some positive representation when it comes to LGBTQ+ films, including Happy Together (1997), and Suk Suk (2019).  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 40: The Struggles of LGBTQ+ Representation in Hong Kong

TW: There will be slight mentions about physical and emotional abuse - please skip this episode if this is something that you are not comfortable listening to!  In this episode, Chrystal and Summer bring up the controversy that happened a few weeks ago, where a Chinese-Canadian actress was seen putting on brown makeup to portray a Filipina Domestic Worker in a TVB show. They discuss why this is problematic, the importance of representation, racism towards South East Asians, and frankly, how insensitive and disrespectful this show is.  Please consider singing this petition to hold TVB accountable: www.chng.it/t6jmvmnrkf--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

TW: There will be slight mentions about physical and emotional abuse - please skip this episode if this is something that you are not comfortable listening to!  In this episode, Chrystal and Summer bring up the controversy that happened a few weeks ago, where a Chinese-Canadian actress was seen putting on brown makeup to portray a Filipina Domestic Worker in a TVB show. They discuss why this is problematic, the importance of representation, racism towards South East Asians, and frankly, how insensitive and disrespectful this show is.  Please consider singing this petition to hold TVB accountable: <a href="http://www.chng.it/t6jmvmnrkf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.chng.it/t6jmvmnrkf</a>--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 39: An Angry Rant about Brown-facing in HK Television

We are coming to you with our first ever in-person episode!!! Join Chrystal &amp; Summer as they answer your questions, and do some deep reflecting with the card game Therapy. They talk about their relationships, sex, anxiety, work and more! Hopefully you get to know them better and maybe get some advice along the way!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

We are coming to you with our first ever in-person episode!!! Join Chrystal &amp; Summer as they answer your questions, and do some deep reflecting with the card game Therapy. They talk about their relationships, sex, anxiety, work and more! Hopefully you get to know them better and maybe get some advice along the way!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

SPECIAL EPISODE: Therapy Session w/ Chrystal & Summer 

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer continue their breakdown of Hong Kong's dating culture. They talk about the different terms – Kong Girls (港女), Kong Guys (港男) and Leftover Women &amp; Men (剩男女), and how they play a role in the Hong Kong dating scene. They discuss the notion of marriage within Chinese families, having kids, unplanned pregnancy and more controversial topics within the dating realm! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer continue their breakdown of Hong Kong's dating culture. They talk about the different terms – Kong Girls (港女), Kong Guys (港男) and Leftover Women &amp; Men (剩男女), and how they play a role in the Hong Kong dating scene. They discuss the notion of marriage within Chinese families, having kids, unplanned pregnancy and more controversial topics within the dating realm!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 38: The Truth About "Kong Girls (港女)"

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about dating culture in Hong Kong. What are the typical phases and common characteristics when it comes to dating? Where do you meet people? Why is the dating scene so conservative? Tune in to hear us discuss, share our own dating experiences, and give our spicy thoughts on why Hong Kong dating culture is the way it is. Part 2 of Hong Kong dating culture will be out soon! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about dating culture in Hong Kong. What are the typical phases and common characteristics when it comes to dating? Where do you meet people? Why is the dating scene so conservative? Tune in to hear us discuss, share our own dating experiences, and give our spicy thoughts on why Hong Kong dating culture is the way it is.  Part 2 of Hong Kong dating culture will be out soon!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 37: What Dating is Really like in Hong Kong

In this episode, Summer and Chrystal talk about Pixar's newest movie, Turning Red! Turning Red is directed by Domee Shi, the first Asian director to lead a Pixar movie! They talk about the most relatable parts of the movie, generational trauma &amp; filial piety and how it relates to their own lives. They discuss the question of whether obedience to the family in Chinese culture toxic or not.  Turning Red is streaming on Disney +! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Summer and Chrystal talk about Pixar's newest movie, Turning Red! Turning Red is directed by Domee Shi, the first Asian director to lead a Pixar movie! They talk about the most relatable parts of the movie, generational trauma &amp; filial piety and how it relates to their own lives. They discuss the question of whether obedience to the family in Chinese culture toxic or not.  Turning Red is streaming on Disney +! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 36: Turning Red – Is Filial Piety Toxic? 

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about the Mr Hong Kong Contest, a male beauty pageant competition. They discuss the nature of objectifying male contestants, and compares it to the Miss Hong Kong Beauty Pageant, and compares and contrasts the differences &amp; similarities between the 2. They discuss broader topics like the influence Western cultures have on beauty standards and the problematic notion of Wasian (White + Asian) people as the definition of "beauty". --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about the Mr Hong Kong Contest, a male beauty pageant competition. They discuss the nature of objectifying male contestants, and compares it to the Miss Hong Kong Beauty Pageant, and compares and contrasts the differences &amp; similarities between the 2. They discuss broader topics like the influence Western cultures have on beauty standards and the problematic notion of Wasian (White + Asian) people as the definition of "beauty". --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 35: Mr Hong Kong Contest – Double Standards when Sexualising Men? 

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer discuss the history, process and implications of the Ms Hong Kong Beauty Pageant. They dissect the problematic recruitment and judging process, and the inevitable nature of sexualising female contestants. They also touch upon Hong Kong's gossip culture and how different factors of their lives, from their parents, friends and media contributed to how they see "beauty". All in all, they reflect on the negative impact that these shows have on Hong Kong society's definition of "beauty" and how the greater system further reinforces these toxic beauty standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer discuss the history, process and implications of the Ms Hong Kong Beauty Pageant. They dissect the problematic recruitment and judging process, and the inevitable nature of sexualising female contestants. They also touch upon Hong Kong's gossip culture and how different factors of their lives, from their parents, friends and media contributed to how they see "beauty". All in all, they reflect on the negative impact that these shows have on Hong Kong society's definition of "beauty" and how the greater system further reinforces these toxic beauty standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

 Episode 34: Hong Kong Beauty Pageants... More Harm than Good? 

With the rise of Hong Kong's Star-Making Reality Talent Competitions producing a plethora of new faces in Hong Kong's entertainment industry, Chrystal and Summer do a deep-dive into why these shows are so popular and how they work. In this episode, they talk about the history of these shows, its evolution, social implications on Hong Kong society, and its impact on beauty standards and more! They discuss some of Hong Kong's most popular celebrities and the goods and bads of this Talent Show to Celebrity pipeline. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

With the rise of Hong Kong's Star-Making Reality Talent Competitions producing a plethora of new faces in Hong Kong's entertainment industry, Chrystal and Summer do a deep-dive into why these shows are so popular and how they work. In this episode, they talk about the history of these shows, its evolution, social implications on Hong Kong society, and its impact on beauty standards and more! They discuss some of Hong Kong's most popular celebrities and the goods and bads of this Talent Show to Celebrity pipeline. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 33: A Deep Dive into Hong Kong's Star-Making Reality Shows

Made in Hong Kong, got on a plane at 15, and flew 7000 miles away to America. Listen to Chrystal and Summer’s “Kongversation” as we spill the tea on what it means to be a Hong Kong immigrant in the U.S.

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer do a deep dive into Hong Kong's newest boyband – Mirror. They discuss their first impressions and breakdown why Mirror's rise to fame was so fast and how they became Hong Kong's most popular celebrities. They also reflect on what Mirror means to Hong Kong and how its formation came at the perfect time during COVID19 and political unrest. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer do a deep dive into Hong Kong's newest boyband – Mirror. They discuss their first impressions and breakdown why Mirror's rise to fame was so fast and how they became Hong Kong's most popular celebrities. They also reflect on what Mirror means to Hong Kong and how its formation came at the perfect time during COVID19 and political unrest. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 32: Here's what you need to know about Hong Kong's Newest Boyband – Mirror

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!♥️ How the f*ck is it 2022?😭 In this episode, Chrystal and Summer recap their 2021, from their highest highs to their lowest lows. They reflect on their most memorable and hardest moments of 2021, and talk about what they're looking forward to next year.  P.S Our episode uploads will now be biweekly instead of every week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!♥️ How the f*ck is it 2022?😭 In this episode, Chrystal and Summer recap their 2021, from their highest highs to their lowest lows. They reflect on their most memorable and hardest moments of 2021, and talk about what they're looking forward to next year.  P.S Our episode uploads will now be biweekly instead of every week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 31: How the F*ck is it 2022? 

Happy Holidays! In this BONUS episode, Chrystal and Summer update you on their lives, where someone almost gets arrested and another catches a thief! We talk about Christmas plans, Christmas in Hong Kong, and how basically Christmas is just a tool for capitalism😂 We hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and we'll be back soon for Season 4! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

Happy Holidays! In this BONUS episode, Chrystal and Summer update you on their lives, where someone almost gets arrested and another catches a thief! We talk about Christmas plans, Christmas in Hong Kong, and how basically Christmas is just a tool for capitalism😂  We hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and we'll be back soon for Season 4!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

BONUS EPISODE: Almost Getting Arrested, Catching a Thief & Christmas Plans

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer discuss their bicultural identity and the struggles that come along with it. How do they feel when they're told to be too American and westernised by people in Hong Kong, but simultaneously too Asian for people in the US? They talk about how our bicultural identity has impacted them, how they felt coming back to Hong Kong in college and in high school, not fitting in to either culture, navigating long distance friendships, and what being bicultural means to them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer discuss their bicultural identity and the struggles that come along with it. How do they feel when they're told to be too American and westernised by people in Hong Kong, but simultaneously too Asian for people in the US? They talk about how our bicultural identity has impacted them, how they felt coming back to Hong Kong in college and in high school, not fitting in to either culture, navigating long distance friendships, and what being bicultural means to them.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 30: Too American for Hong Kong, too Chinese for America

HAPPY SPOOPY SZN YALL! In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about what they usually do for Halloween, Halloween's history in Hong Kong, and most importantly, they tell you 5 chilling Hong Kong Urban Legends to start off this year's festivities! Listen at your own risk... JK, it's not that bad! Or is it...  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

HAPPY SPOOPY SZN YALL! In this episode, Chrystal and Summer talk about what they usually do for Halloween, Halloween's history in Hong Kong, and most importantly, they tell you 5 chilling Hong Kong Urban Legends to start off this year's festivities! Listen at your own risk... JK, it's not that bad! Or is it...   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 29: 5 SPOOPY Hong Kong Urban Legends 

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer dig deep into their experiences moving to the U.S from Hong Kong. They talk about how they felt leading up to leaving, the flight, what they felt after landing, and their high school journey. They also discuss friendships, hardships, how they overcame the change, and how it made them who they are today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer dig deep into their experiences moving to the U.S from Hong Kong. They talk about how they felt leading up to leaving, the flight, what they felt after landing, and their high school journey. They also discuss friendships, hardships, how they overcame the change, and how it made them who they are today!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 28: Moving to the U.S was not what we Thought It'd Be

This episode is all about Shang Chi and the Hong Kong influence it has, from actors, to the crew, to the stunt directing! Chrystal and Summer spill the tea on all things Shang Chi, from what they loved, plot holes, Asian representation, their honest thoughts and more – they did NOT hold back! They also discuss iconic actors Tony Leung, Fala Chen and Yuen Wah, and what they remember of them growing up in Hong Kong. Finally, they discuss the importance of representation in Hollywood and what this movie means to them. Go watch Shang Chi in theatres if you haven't already (if you can do so safely of course)!!!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

This episode is all about Shang Chi and the Hong Kong influence it has, from actors, to the crew, to the stunt directing! Chrystal and Summer spill the tea on all things Shang Chi, from what they loved, plot holes, Asian representation, their honest thoughts and more – they did NOT hold back! They also discuss iconic actors Tony Leung, Fala Chen and Yuen Wah, and what they remember of them growing up in Hong Kong. Finally, they discuss the importance of representation in Hollywood and what this movie means to them. Go watch Shang Chi in theatres if you haven't already (if you can do so safely of course)!!!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 27: Shang Chi and the Legend of the Hong Kong Actors

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer chat to Raymond about his experience moving to the 626 Area in LA from Hong Kong when he was 6. He talks about how he felt ashamed to be Asian growing up and instances of microaggressions he's experienced. They talk about how he got into social media and started creating content, how that has affected his Asian American identity, which ultimately led to him find himself, discover his creative passions and explore life outside STEM.   You can follow Raymond here! Instagram: @daddydumpling TikTok: daddydumpling --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer chat to Raymond about his experience moving to the 626 Area in LA from Hong Kong when he was 6. He talks about how he felt ashamed to be Asian growing up and instances of microaggressions he's experienced. They talk about how he got into social media and started creating content, how that has affected his Asian American identity, which ultimately led to him find himself, discover his creative passions and explore life outside STEM.   You can follow Raymond here! Instagram: @daddydumpling TikTok: daddydumpling --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 26: Turning Bitterness for his own Culture into his Passion w/ Raymond Kam (@daddydumpling)

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer play a game where they pit Chinese and U.S holidays against each other and determine which is their ultimate favourite holiday. They also talk about their favourite childhood memories associated with these holidays, and what these holidays mean to them! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Chrystal and Summer play a game where they pit Chinese and U.S holidays against each other and determine which is their ultimate favourite holiday. They also talk about their favourite childhood memories associated with these holidays, and what these holidays mean to them!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 25: The Chinese vs U.S Battle – Holidays Edition

In this episode, we have Khyli on our podcast to talk about all things social media! Khyli tells Chrystal and Summer about growing up in a Cantonese household and her experience learning Mandarin and going to Chinese school. Khyli also talks about how she got into TikTok, started making Cantonese/Mandarin content, and the goods and bads of social media. Finally, we discuss how social media can be a place for Asian representation but can also perpetuate stereotypes at the same time. You can find Khyli here! Instagram: k.hyli (https://www.instagram.com/k.hyli/)Twitch: hellokhyli (https://www.twitch.tv/hellokhyli/videos)TikTok: @k.hyli (https://www.tiktok.com/@k.hyli?lang=en)--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we have Khyli on our podcast to talk about all things social media! Khyli tells Chrystal and Summer about growing up in a Cantonese household and her experience learning Mandarin and going to Chinese school. Khyli also talks about how she got into TikTok, started making Cantonese/Mandarin content, and the goods and bads of social media. Finally, we discuss how social media can be a place for Asian representation but can also perpetuate stereotypes at the same time.  You can find Khyli here! Instagram: k.hyli (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/k.hyli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/k.hyli/</a>) Twitch: hellokhyli (<a href="https://www.twitch.tv/hellokhyli/videos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.twitch.tv/hellokhyli/videos</a>) TikTok: @k.hyli (<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@k.hyli?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@k.hyli?lang=en</a>) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/app</a>

Episode 24: Is TikTok Perpetuating Asian Stereotypes? w/ Khyli

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