Dear Society

Get a paper and pencil ready (or your laptop)! We dig deep into how to answer each of the personal insight questions of the UC Application. We discuss ways in which you can stand out to the admissions committee and provide several examples! We also give tips on how to fill out the activities and awards section of the application. 

We have made a more general college application episode that you should definitely check out if you are interested in college admissions content.

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With the current rise in hate crimes towards Asian Americans, we'd like to have a conversation about racism in general towards the AAPI community with regards to COVID-19, as well as ways you can help support the community and play your part in the fight against hate. 

Are you a dog owner like Alena? Or a prospective dog owner like Sureen? In this episode, Sureen interviews Alena about all the responsibilities that come with being a dog owner and recommendations of dog breeds based on criteria like friendliness and cleanliness. Do you relate with Alena's experiences? Or if you don't have a dog, did you learn some interesting facts like Sureen did?

Listen as we discuss one of the most prominent issues we face in terms of self-confidence and self-worth: the infamous Imposter Syndrome. We'll be going over some examples in our own lives, as well as how we can all work to overcome this barrier, so tune in for some meaningful discussions! 

Today is International Women's Day! Celebrate by listening to our discussion of women's achievements, struggles that women still face today, the history behind International Women's Day, the meaning behind this year's theme #ChooseToChallenge, and how you can support and empower women. 

We challenge you to CHALLENGE gender bias and injustice and CELEBRATE women's achievements!

Coincidentally, today is March 8th and this is our 8th episode of season 2!

We will be going over when and how the 2021 AP Exams will be administered this year. We also discuss the pros and cons of the 2021 format. We then dive into how to study for different types of AP subjects. Finally, we share our experience with last year's exams—tech issues and a medical emergency!

Let's face it, procrastination is a time management issue that we all have faced at some point in our lives. But there are many ways for us to improve our own time management skills and maintain a better work/school-life balance, and that's what we'll be discussing in this episode. 

We will be discussing our tips on how to study more effectively. We will be covering strategies for homework, tests (Sureen's flashcard method!), study guides, note-taking (why we don't like Cornell notes), essays, projects, reading assignments, and much more! We'll also share our online learning tips and tools that we use to succeed in our classes.

We'll be comparing two types of Gen Z kids: 2000s kids and 2010s kids!

If you are 2000s kid like us, then be ready for some of the best throwbacks- projector screens, Papa's Freezeria, Silly Bandz, and much more! 

Learn what we think are the pros and cons of being in each age group. After listening, would you rather be a 2000s kid or 2010s kid?

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We want to talk about the similarities and differences between an only child and oldest child. We dive into how each group develops a different personality and what are the pros and cons of each. We also touch on other topics like the differences between younger and older siblings, Oldest Child Syndrome, competition for food (DON'T EAT MY TAKIS), attention from parents, extracurriculars, school, and much more!

We hope you enjoy the episode (and our mini-rants)!

We know that most of you can google common questions like, "What's the difference between early decision and restrictive early action?" 

That's why we want to give you all deeper level tips about the college application process that should answer your burning questions like: "How do I answer why I want to go to a certain college in an alumni interview?", "How do I create a college list?", "Why are so many students starting up nonprofits?", "What should I be during my summers?", "How do I know which teachers to pick for letters of recommendation?", and much more! We will be covering AP classes, demonstrated interest, interview tips, letters of recommendations, getting awards/honors, research/internships, extracurriculars like sports and music, financial aid, college essays, etc. 

We will be featuring a seasoned college applicant like ourselves: Darian Ahmadizadeh!

We hope you gained some insight on the college application process.

Good Luck!

We will be discussing our favorite scenes and lessons we learned in our review of the Pixar movie Soul! From developing personalities to finding life's purpose, this movie does a wonderful job of making us stop and think about our own lives while watching the adventures of Joe Gardner and 22.

Thank you so much for continuing to support our podcast! We hope you enjoy our future episodes!

We will be talking about why we don't believe in New Year's resolutions and what to do instead. We'll also be wrapping up 2020 by sharing our favorite memories and lessons. We hope you all have a wonderful 2021! Happy New Year!

Comparing the West & East coast, we'll be sharing our favorite winter break traditions and experiences. Oatmeal, skiing, board games, and much more! Also, we'll be spreading some holiday love! Happy Holidays! 

Amidst the growing protests in New Delhi, listen as we discuss some of our thoughts on the Farmers protests in India, as well as some ways that you can help. 

Get to know us better by joining in on our game of Who Am I? and listen as we discuss some of our personal traits! 

Would you rather live without music or without TV? Give up sweets or spicy food? Teleportation or telepathy? Listen as we play a fun game of Would You Rather with some interesting questions and food for thought!

Happy Thanksgiving! Listen to some of our thoughts on Thanksgiving this year, as well as our favorite Thanksgiving traditions, foods, and memories! 

Join us for a conversation about our favorite high school experiences and give some advice for incoming high school freshmen, featuring Emma, Kate, and Luke, some of Sureen's good friends! 

In our post-election talk, we will be discussing some of the anxiety concerning the 2020 elections, Biden’s marketing strategy, what we hope for in the coming four years, and why we need to continue be united and keep fighting for important issues.

The 2020 Presdential Election is here! Listen as we discuss some of the most pressing issues for this important election, as well as where each candidate stands on each topic. Don't forget to vote! 

Halloween is just around the corner! Listen as we discuss some of our favorite Halloween traditions and costumes, as well as this year's special Halloween, before talking about some of our favorite aspects of the Fall season! 

As a continuation of our last epiosde on technology, listen as we discuss some of the pros and cons of social media, as well as some of our favorite platforms to use. 

Developments of artificial intelligence, technological startups, and new robotic inventions have introduced endless possibilities for future innovations. Yet, what are some of the risks to these high-tech developments? Will there ever be a world run solely by AI? Listen as we discuss technology, AI, and everything in between. 

The effects of climate change are seen throughout the world, whether it be extreme weather conditions, rising sea levels, or melting ice caps. Tune in to hear our thoughts about global warming, as well as some strategies to have a greener, more environmentally friendly routine. 

Looking for something to watch during quarantine? From iconic sitcoms like The Office and Friends, to thrilling series such as Stranger Things and Breaking Bad, listen as we reflect on some of our favorite TV shows! 

From action films to teen dramas, classics, and more, listen as we talk about some of our favorite movies from our childhoods and in recent years. SPOILER ALERT!! This episode contains movie spoilers, so listen at your own risk. Now grab some popcorn and tune in! 

From our favorite foods from our own cultures, to our ice cream cravings, and even to debunking some myths about food, listen as we journey through different kinds of great cuisine and discuss our favorites in a casual conversation. 

In light of Suicide Prevention month, this episode will be featuring an insightful conversation about mental health. 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

National Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-448-4663

Since we can't travel during this time, we will be revisiting our memories of our favorite vacation spots. From Australia to Japan, hear us talk about our favorite attractions and share some funny stories!

Zoom, masks, and quarantine are some words we never thought we would be saying so much this year. On today's episode, we'll be discussing the impact that the coronavirus has had on students, especially the Class of 2021. 

Whether it be misguided questions regarding a culture's language, fallacies about personalities based on race, or even judgemental assumptions about appearance, inappropriate cultural stereotypes are on the rise. On today's episode, we discuss many of these cultural and racial stereotypes, hoping to debunk the myths and reveal the truth. 

Dear Society, 

Welcome to our podcast! Hosted by two rising seniors in high school, Alena and Sureen are eager to share their stories and thoughts on a variety of topics ranging from cultural stereotypes, to school related issues, and even movie and show recommendations. Join them for interesting and engaging conversations starting August 8th.