Bitonal Podcast
By Bitonal Podcast
Bitonal PodcastDec 22, 2020
Episode 12: Being Asian & Non-Binary (ft. Abbie Garcia)
In this week's episode, Christine spoke with Abbie Garcia, a queer content creator based in South Korea. They produce content via Spoon and Twitch live streams, YouTube videos, as well as their own podcast Thoughts On That in hopes to raise LGBT awareness. Christine and Abbie compared their experiences growing up as children of Asian immigrants in Canada and the US and how these experiences have shaped them as adults. Abbie also shared their story on being queer and non-binary. You can check them out @Absgarcia and @Thoughtsonthatpodcast on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram @bitonalpodcast. Gotta question, topic suggestion, or some feedback? Drop us a line! Email us at bitonalpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 11: The Baggage Project.
Episode 10: Borderline Personality Disorder. (ft. Ana Psychology)
Episode 09: Bipolar Disorder. Anger. Advocacy. (ft. Vanessa Bancheri)
In this week's episode, Christine had a Zoom chat with Vanessa Bancheri. She is the founder and director of Your Mind Matters, a nonprofit organization for youth mental health awareness, education, and support. Vanessa shared the origin story and behind-the-scenes of Your Mind Matters. She started the organization as a mental health resource for students at the University of Toronto, and since then continued advocacy through social media and outreach events. She talked about her experiences with anger growing up as a kid, and a diagnosis of bipolar disorder into young adulthood. They also touched upon topics such as stigma, medications, and how they are coping with the global pandemic. Please check out Vanessa’s wonderful work on Instagram @yourmindmattersorg. You can also find her on upcoming podcasts @projectriseorg. Follow us on all the socials @bitonalpodcast. Gotta question, topic suggestion, or some feedback? Drop us a line! Email us at bitonalpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 08: Love Q&A - Marriage. Codependency. Exes. (ft. The Retired Love Guru)
Episode 07: Antidepressants. Burnout in Healthcare. Clinical Internship. (ft. Chandler Kutney)
Episode 06: Bell Let's Talk Day. (ft. Rachel Tolkin, CMHA Toronto)
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Episode 05: Buzzfeed. Los Angeles. Trigeminal Neuralgia. (ft. Kelsey Darragh)
Episode 04: Imposter Syndrome. Internalized Racism. North Star. (ft. Dr. Jade Wu)
Episode 03: Korea. Teaching. Wanderlust. (ft. Jessica Cao)
In this week's episode, Christine chatted with her friend Jessica Cao. After finishing her undergraduate degree at McMaster University, Jessica was employed by EPIK (English Program in Korea) and became a full-time English teacher at an all-boys school. When she wasn't teaching, Jessica explored Asia and sought out her next travel adventures. She has visited Japan, Mongolia, Taiwan, Indonesia, and much more! Jessica shared her experiences, reviews, and ratings on all the places she has conquered (the good and the bad). She also discussed the importance of her time abroad to her own personal growth and development. Welcome home, Jessica! Follow @jessalady_on_earth on Instagram to keep up with the beautiful places she has been, and all places she will go. Follow our Linktree to access our social media (@bitonalpodcast). Gotta question, topic suggestion, or some feedback? Drop us a line! Email us at bitonalpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 02: Toxic Masculinity. OCD. Agape. (ft. Nathan Hicks)
In this week's episode, Christine chatted with Josephine's colleague, Nathan Hicks. Nathan is a student at Martin Luther UC pursuing a double Masters of Divinity and Masters of Psychotherapy/Spiritual Care. During his time in Ottawa, he worked at a non-profit that assists mostly men in adjusting to society after being incarcerated. He provided insight to the topic of toxic masculinity around this issue. We discussed his ongoing struggle with mental health and things he does to maintain a healthy mind. Follow Nathan on Instagram @active_agape. Check out his blog, spoken word, and more: https://www.activeagape.org. Follow our Linktree to access our social media (@bitonalpodcast). Gotta question, topic suggestion, or some feedback? Drop us a line! Email us at bitonalpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 01: Monologue. Puzzles. Change.
Episode 12: Adulting, Women in the Workplace, Weddings (ft. Emily Liu)
In this week's episode, Christine conducted a solo interview with her good friend, Emily Liu. Emily is currently working as a Sales Operations Coordinator at a company based in Ottawa, Canada. She is a hardworking young lady always on the pursuit for more. She shared her experiences growing up in an Asian household, paying her way through university, and thriving as a woman in a male dominated workplace. She is also engaged to her long-term boyfriend and shares her thoughts on weddings planning and relationship advice. Should we have an "Adulting 101" series with Emily? Let us know. Follow our Linktree to access our social media (@bitonalpodcast). Gotta question, topic suggestion, or some feedback? Drop us a line! Email us at bitonalpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 11: Insecurities, Insecurities, Insecurities
Episode 10: US Healthcare, Gender Identity, Chronic Illness (ft. Rags from Frau Pow Podcast)
Episode 09: Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely
In this week's episode, Josephine hosts her first solo episode! She discusses the definition of loneliness, her first week of university, being vulnerable in relationships, and the negative implication of setting expectations for people around us.
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Episode 08: Femininity, Fathers, Admin Jobs
Episode 07: Gentle Debates - What Women Want, Peer Pressure, Censorship
Episode 06: Optometry, Burnout Culture, Birth Order (ft. Ashley Nhan)
Episode 05: Adult Friendships, Break Ups, Shawarma
Episode 04: Social Media, Cancellations, NASA
Episode 03: Coffee, Money Values, Happiness
Episode 02: Baristas, Nickels, Myers-Briggs