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First Generasian

First Generasian

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Growing up, my immigrant parents would always call me a “jook-sing” (竹升)—Cantonese slang for those ethnically Chinese but who were born and raised elsewhere. It’s typically used whenever we do something they find a bit odd, and yep, podcasting is probably one of those things.

So, welcome to First Generasian! This podcast is for the jook-sings and first gens around the world—the first generation Asian Americans, Canadians, Australians, you name it—who are navigating the ups and downs of adulthood. Every episode explores our unique perspectives on life, career, family, and friendships.

Instagram: @firstgenerasianpod

Recent Episodes

  • 14. Between adult children and immigrant parents: the myths we carry

    1 year ago

  • 13. Balancing identities & being in touch with roots

    1 year ago

  • 12. Questioning choices & developing our sense of agency

    2 years ago

  • 11. Seasons of Change & Everything Since June 2022

    2 years ago

  • 10. Season Finale: Life Transitions & Goodbye HK

    2 years ago

  • 9. Reflections on giving back & adopting a flexible mindset

    2 years ago

  • 8. Taking risks, being bold & learning when to move on

    3 years ago

  • 7. Friendship as an onion & other thoughts on adult friendships

    3 years ago

  • 6. From Taiwan to Argentina: Between Two Cultures

    3 years ago

  • 5. Asking Asian moms for recipes & other musings on food

    3 years ago