Atypical Asians

Want us to cover something? Comment on our latest post on IG: @atypicalasians The crossroads of change; we all come to moments where we make some pivotal decisions that can alter all that we’ve grown accustomed to and how we live our everyday lives. The Atypical Asians is no stranger to that, and in episode 22, the guys see off cast member Geff Herrera as he takes up travel nursing, starting with a move from New York to Seattle. While it isn’t a goodbye from the podcast, and more importantly friends and family, he will be taking a hiatus of sorts from the programming. As the guys ponder the future, the group takes a dive into the nature of travel nursing and what comes with being on the move and working in different locations. In addition, the guys tackle some of the latest in popular culture, ranging from their own personal reactions (as well as media’s reaction) to Joker starring Joaquin Phoenix, the upcoming Terminator Dark Fate, Overwatch 2, the future release of Death Stranding on PC, and finally their feelings on Star Wars Episode IX, the final chapter in the Star Wars “Skywalker” saga. Geff's Departure Death Stranding Joker Movie HBO's Watchmen Overwatch 2 Star Wars Episode 9 Terminator Dark Fate Live Every Wednesday at 9ish EST.

Want us to cover something? Comment on our latest post on IG: @atypicalasians What is crab mentality? It’s an analogy that we use to describe human behavior that seeks to undermine the self confidence of other human beings in pursuit of success out of envy, jealousy, resentment, and competitiveness. We experience regardless of generation, ethnicity or nationality, and in episode 21 of the Atypical Asians the guys touch on crab mentality in the Asian community, especially regarding Asian American representation in media, and how we’ve begun to move past that. In addition, the guys discuss the rise and success of stars such as Awkwafina, and the hopes of her and other Asian Americans to sustain that wave of success and not make it merely a “trend”; to make meaningful and lasting stories for audiences to enjoy and remember years onward. In addition, the guys do a dive on the failure of Will Smith’s Gemini Man, and how perhaps the choice of 120 FPS versus the standard cinematic 24 FPS played a major role in its inability to connect with audiences (in addition to poor reviews, story/scripting, marketing blunders, or perhaps Will Smith’s star power versus previous generations and movies). Finally, the guys touch on other topics such as the upcoming Dr. Dolittle Remake with Robert Downey Jr, comparisons of stand up comedians such as Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, and Dave Chappelle. Gemini Man Akwafina's Come Up The Asian Wave Dr. Dolitte Eddy Murphy Will Smith Hugh Jackman Live Every Wednesday at 9ish EST.

Want us to cover something? Comment on our latest post on IG: @atypicalasians The idea of change is something that invokes a great response for those experiencing it. For some, in fear of said experience, they actively rebel or try to fight against. For others, it’s a phenomenon that they allow to be a part of their growth. In episode 20 of the Atypical Asians, the guys discuss the concept of change, first discussing some big changes in each member of the Atypical Asians; Geff’s big leap to Seattle, Jon and Gabe moving out together, Don’s new job, and each of their personal excitement about the transitions coming about. While they welcome some of the new changes, the guys discuss where change is being actively resisted, such as the protests for democracy in Hong Kong (and the recent controversy revolving around Blizzard’s banning of player Blitzchung over voicing his support for pro democracy). The conversation soon leans into an analysis of “Making America Great Again” (MAGA) being against change and to returning to “what used to be”, and how it’s played a role in shaping public opinion to get back/maintain power, similar to how communism shaped the Soviet Union, and how nationalism shaped China. Finally, the conversation comes full circle where the guys discuss the need for change and the lessons that come through failure; how the changes, the let downs, and the mistakes, help shaped each and every one of them to be who they are today. What's New Blizzard Ban Hong Kong Controversiy Spiderman Back in MCU What's 30 Like? Live Every Wednesday at 9ish EST.

Want us to cover something? Comment on our latest post on IG: @atypicalasians Artificial Intelligence. Machine Learning. Statistical Analysis and Algorithms. Popular terms used interchangeably in a rapidly growing and constantly evolving field in technology. You’ve probably watched enough movies such as Terminator and I,Robot or games such as Mass Effect to see a future where AI takes over and threatens humanity’s existence. But aside from what science fiction tells us, what do we actually know about it? In episode 18 of the Atypical Asians, the guys unpack and discuss the concepts of AI, machine learning, and statistical algorithms, and what distinguishes them particularly over one another. Whether it’s IBM Watson schooling all other Jeopardy contestants, League of Legends or Dota 2 AI’s predicting and countering moves of top players, or to the possibility of an AI being able to construct their own creative piece of art, it’s undeniable at the pace technology is moving at, and the future for it to come. The conversation is soon followed up with the recent Vape bans in the United States, and comparing it’s recent stigma in media, as well as banning of video games, is failing to address more direct causes of health and violence in our world today (such as alcohol, cigarettes, and gun control. Finally, the guys touch on the shutting down of MoviePass, the release of the Iphone 11 Pro and comparisons to rivals such as the Google Pixel 4, and naming some of their top horror movies and plot twists. Twisted Movies MoviePass Shutting Down Artificial Intelligence iPhone 11 Vape Ban Live Every Wednesday at 9ish EST. Live Every Wednesday at 9ish EST.

Want us to cover something? Comment on our latest post on IG: @atypicalasians The experience of celebrating a holiday, even one as synonymous as Christmas can be such a different phenomenon from one country to the next; things such as climate, culture, and food have their impact on how people celebrate or spend their time despite the common customs a holiday brings. In episode 17 of the Atypical Asians, the guys compare what it’s like to spend time, and what’s more a holiday as big as Christmas, in a place outside of the New York; The Philippines. Home to relatives of some of the AA cast members, The Philippines shares some commonality in customs to Mexico and other Latin countries due to Spanish influences all the while having customs to call it’s own (such as the ornamental lantern known as the Parol). In comparing some of the food, weather, and experience differences of this holiday, the guys connect the conversation forward with what it’s like being an Asian-American in a different country altogether; how elements such as accents, upbringing, play in role not only in the experience of being in another country, but how one can feel and act because of it. In addition to this, the guys do a recap on the latest UFC 242 with Khabib Nurgmadomedov and Dustin Poirier, and discuss the highlights, letdowns, and perhaps lack of big rivalries in UFC as of 2019. Finally, the guys touch on recent release of the Bad Boys 3 starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, the controversy surrounding Crazy Rich Asian’s wage disparity for Adele Lim, Pierce Brosnan and a potential female “James Bond”, and who each of the guys think is the most influential rapper of all time. Our Favorite Season Holiday Eats Language and Accents Customer Service Representatives UFC 242 Thoughts Bad Boys For Life Female James Bond Crazy Rich Asians' Adele Lim Asians in Hollywood Most Influential Rapper Live Every Wednesday at 9ish EST.