Why do we do the things we do? In this episode, we unpack the customs we grew up with: the ones that felt magical, the ones that felt heavy, and the ones we’re not sure we’ll carry forward. From childhood rituals and family expectations to weddings, surnames, and generational rules, we explore what it means to live between honoring your roots and creating your own path.

Traditions shape us. But we get to decide which ones shape our future.

Which tradition are you keeping and which one stops with you?

Homework:

To Listen - CNY Song: 万事 All Right 酷哒哒 (Everything's Alright! Kudada)

To Watch - CNY Short Film: Hundred Families Quilt

To Read - Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

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This Valentine’s special, we’re talking about love the only way we know how, honest, nostalgic, and a little chaotic.

We revisit our school crushes, first butterflies in the hallway, and the unexpected perks (and realities) of dating a teacher. We get real about love and dating now, what we’ve learned, what we’re unlearning, and the green and red flags we wish we noticed sooner. Plus, we play a special Valentine’s game that may or may not expose us.

Love Homework:

Normal People — Sally Rooney

At Last — Etta James

Finding Her Edge

Love isn’t always perfect. But maybe it doesn’t have to be.

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Some first times announce themselves loudly. Others slip in quietly and change everything before you even notice. In this episode, we talk about the first moments that shaped us such as brave beginnings, awkward starts, and the times we didn’t realize we were becoming someone new.

Homework:

Listen: Olivia Dean — Dive

Make a list of books or movies that changed you the first time you experienced them.

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