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The Coconut Connection

By Jade Fox & G.

Round, brown, nutty crew with a passion for "talk story", who share their views on race, culture, current events, pop culture, and quirky obsessions! Informing, empowering, and entertaining with humor - one episode at a time.

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The Coconut ConnectionFeb 09, 2020

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REPLAY: SETTING HOLIDAY INTENTIONS & HOLIDAY MUSIC EPISODE

REPLAY: SETTING HOLIDAY INTENTIONS & HOLIDAY MUSIC EPISODE

Replay of a past episode to bring in some Holiday Cheer! Set your intentions for the new year and enjoy music from the Flaw La La's (recorded 12/2021)!

Dec 17, 202344:14
Season 5: #106 Coconut Byte: Undas, Killers of the Flower Moon review
Nov 12, 202323:29
Season 5: #105 Episode: Filipino American History month, Theme word updates
Oct 08, 202301:06:05
We Talkstory about Friendship & What We Learned
Aug 13, 202301:10:44
We Talkstory about Names and Titles; The history and is it relevant now?

We Talkstory about Names and Titles; The history and is it relevant now?

Jade and G. talkstory about the titles of names, the history of these titles, and what we think of these titles now.

Jul 09, 202355:44
We Talkstory about Birthdays and turning the BIG 5-0

We Talkstory about Birthdays and turning the BIG 5-0

Jade and G. talkstory about memorable birthdays, our new perspective on our birthdays, and intentions for the new birthday year. (recorded 5/21/23)


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May 28, 202344:25
We Talkstory about Our Mental Health Journey

We Talkstory about Our Mental Health Journey

Episode 101: Jade and G. talkstory about our personal experiences with mental health (recorded 5/21/23)


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May 22, 202354:02
100th Podcast Episode! We Talkstory about FOOD and rank our favorite childhood meals!

100th Podcast Episode! We Talkstory about FOOD and rank our favorite childhood meals!

100th Podcast Episode! Jade, G., and Cousin Maile talkstory about FOOD and rank our favorite childhood meals! (recorded 4/23/23)


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May 03, 202358:13
We Talkstory about Horoscopes!

We Talkstory about Horoscopes!

Jade and G. talk about our horoscopes and G. gives Jade a reading! (recorded 4/24/23).


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Apr 24, 202350:05
We Talkstory about Intuition, The Clairs, and Collective Readings

We Talkstory about Intuition, The Clairs, and Collective Readings

Jade and G. talk about intuition, what are the "clairs" and what we think of collective readings on TikTok or YouTube. (recorded 3/26/23)


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Apr 02, 202301:04:33
We Talkstory about Politically Incorrect Lyrics

We Talkstory about Politically Incorrect Lyrics

Jade and G. talk about politically incorrect lyrics (recorded 3/26/23)

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Mar 27, 202358:05
Only available on Spotify: Just G | Thoughts on being Perfectly Imperfect

Only available on Spotify: Just G | Thoughts on being Perfectly Imperfect

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

G. talks about her journey with perfectionism and people pleasing (recorded 2/25/23). Check out Londrelle's "A Beautiful Mess" on Spotify! 

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Mar 25, 202325:26
We Talkstory about Comebacks and Slang

We Talkstory about Comebacks and Slang

Jade & G. talk about what's "coming back" and talk about today's slang (recorded 3/12/23).


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Mar 19, 202356:21
We TalkStory about Cultural Appropriation | We get schooled by a Youngin'

We TalkStory about Cultural Appropriation | We get schooled by a Youngin'

Jade & G. talkstory with Evaristo Martinez about what is cultural appropriation? What do we do with this information? (recorded 3/12/23)


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Mar 14, 202301:40:19
Just G! Talkstory | New Year, Evolved Me!

Just G! Talkstory | New Year, Evolved Me!

Just G ! is a bonus segment where G talks about what's on her mind!  (recorded 1/22/23) This episode she contemplates on New Year, New Me mentality. 

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Jan 22, 202311:08
We Talkstory about Latinx/Filipinx

We Talkstory about Latinx/Filipinx

Jade and G. talk about the words "Latinx" and "Filipinx." Jade also talks about her new experience pole dancing!

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Jan 16, 202301:02:32
We Talkstory about the book, This is Paradise by Kristiana Kahakauwila

We Talkstory about the book, This is Paradise by Kristiana Kahakauwila

Jade and G. talk about the book of short stories, This is Paradise written by Kristiana Kahakauwila (recorded 12/18/22). 

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Jan 08, 202349:23
We Talkstory about the Holidays and Theme Words!

We Talkstory about the Holidays and Theme Words!

Jade & G. talk about this past year and picking out Theme Words and the Flaw La La's perform! (recorded 12/18/22)

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Dec 23, 202251:27
We Talkstory about Automatic Writing

We Talkstory about Automatic Writing

Jade and G. give each other messages by Automatic Writing! (recorded 9/23/22)


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Oct 30, 202223:02
We Talkstory about the legacy we are leaving

We Talkstory about the legacy we are leaving

Jade and G. talkstory about their legacies. (recorded 9/23/22)


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Oct 16, 202238:36
We Talkstory about Philip Vera Cruz and Activism

We Talkstory about Philip Vera Cruz and Activism

Jade and G. talk about the life and contributions of Philip Vera Cruz and activism for Filipino American History Month! (recorded 9/23/22) 


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Oct 02, 202243:20
We Talkstory about what we'd like to say to our Younger Selves

We Talkstory about what we'd like to say to our Younger Selves

Jade and G. talkstory about our younger selves (recorded 7/24/2022). 

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Sep 04, 202243:17
We Talkstory about what the heck is Body Neutrality vs Body Positivity?
Aug 21, 202201:06:08
We Talkstory about Positive Toxicity

We Talkstory about Positive Toxicity

Jade and G. talkstory about positive toxicity in the workplace! 

Positive Toxicity in the workplace articles: 

  • https://www.forbes.com/sites/juliawuench/2021/11/01/toxic-positivity-in-the-workplace/?sh=961ebe81e6f8
  • https://www.huffpost.com/entry/signs-experiencing-toxic-positivity-at-work_l_5fc7cedcc5b640945e52ce30

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Jul 10, 202251:10
We Talkstory about Women's Rights and Violence against Women (Trigger Warning)
Jun 26, 202255:12
We Talkstory about the Spotify Playlist of our Lives

We Talkstory about the Spotify Playlist of our Lives

Jade and G. talkstory about the songs that trigger memories. Check out our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3DbfFVBVJgZ67rcSWVPtNE?si=aaae6fcd0ffa4dd8

or Search The Coconut Connection Playlist of Our Lives 


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Jun 19, 202250:10
We Talkstory about Red Flags!

We Talkstory about Red Flags!

Jade and G. talkstory about our Red Flags! Take notes, youngins! (recorded 4/29/22) 

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May 22, 202252:16
We Talkstory about Overthinking!

We Talkstory about Overthinking!

Jade and G. talkstory about overthinking and determine are we Overthinkers? What do you do if you overthink? (recorded 4/29/22)

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May 08, 202243:01
Coconut Byte | G's Flick Picks | April 2022

Coconut Byte | G's Flick Picks | April 2022

In G's Flick Picks, G. recommends movies to watch!  The Fabulous Filipino Brothers and Everything Everywhere All at Once (recorded 4/23/22)

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Apr 24, 202206:59
We Talkstory about Rando stuff!

We Talkstory about Rando stuff!

G. shares her random thoughts about various topics! (recorded 3/25/22) 

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Apr 17, 202248:55
We Talkstory about COVID updates! Is the pandemic over?

We Talkstory about COVID updates! Is the pandemic over?

Jade and G talkstory about COVID and how we living with the new norm. (recorded 3/25/22) 

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Apr 03, 202239:17
We Talkstory about #1 Songs on our Birthday (and reveal how old we are!)

We Talkstory about #1 Songs on our Birthday (and reveal how old we are!)

Jade and G look up the #1 songs on our birthdays using www.mybirthdayhits.com (recorded on 2/18/22).


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Mar 27, 202217:28
Coconut Byte | G's Flick Picks | March 2022

Coconut Byte | G's Flick Picks | March 2022

G reviews "Turning Red" animated film, which can be streamed on Disney+ (recorded 3/19/22)

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Mar 20, 202205:44
We Talkstory about our bad jobs

We Talkstory about our bad jobs

Jade and G talkstory about their bad jobs (recorded 2/18/22). 

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Mar 13, 202252:36
We Talkstory about our best /worst gifts?

We Talkstory about our best /worst gifts?

Jade and G talkstory their best and worst gifts (recorded 2/18/22). 


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Mar 06, 202229:43
High Low (lost segment; listen before ADHD episode)

High Low (lost segment; listen before ADHD episode)

Jade and G talkstory about their highs and lowpoints of the week. (recorded 2/18/22; wasn't included in our #76 episode like planned, so listen to this first before the ADHD episode and hopefully it'll all make sense!)


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Mar 01, 202225:29
We Talkstory about ADHD & Relationships

We Talkstory about ADHD & Relationships

Jade and G talkstory about their experiences with their partners who have ADHD (recorded 2/18/22) 

What is ADHD

https://youtu.be/xMWtGozn5jU

How can non-ADHD partners shift their perspective

https://chadd.org/attention-article/dont-give-up-dont-give-in-survival-skills-for-the-non-adhd-partner/

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Feb 27, 202248:56
We Talkstory about Parenting Multiracial Children

We Talkstory about Parenting Multiracial Children

Jade and G talkstory about Jade's children and raising them with two cultures. (recorded 1/20/22) 

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Feb 13, 202249:09
Coconutty Topics | Talkstory about the stories in the news!

Coconutty Topics | Talkstory about the stories in the news!

Jade and G talkstory about news and gossip topics! (recorded 1/20/2022) 

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Jan 30, 202245:24
Coconut Byte | G's Flick Picks | January 2022

Coconut Byte | G's Flick Picks | January 2022

G's gives her reviews on ALL the movies she's watched Nov-Jan.! (recorded 1/14/2022)


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Jan 16, 202217:23
Abortion Ban Bill, Setting Intentions, Theme Words for 2022!

Abortion Ban Bill, Setting Intentions, Theme Words for 2022!

Jade and G. talk about setting intentions for the new year, 2022! (recorded 12/31/2021) 

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Jan 02, 202254:34
Holiday Intentions & Holiday Remixes by The Fa-La-Las (that's us!)

Holiday Intentions & Holiday Remixes by The Fa-La-Las (that's us!)

Jade & G talk about setting holiday intentions and Jade sings some holiday remix songs with G on the ukelele. You're in for a FUN time! 

(recorded 12/19/2021)


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Dec 20, 202145:39
Critical Race Theory, Burnout, and Triggers pt.2

Critical Race Theory, Burnout, and Triggers pt.2

Jade and G. talkstory about various topics (recorded 10/24/2021)

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Nov 14, 202153:45
Coconut Byte: Movie Reviews "Dune" & "Eternals"

Coconut Byte: Movie Reviews "Dune" & "Eternals"

G reviews "Dune" and "Eternals." (recorded 11/6/2021)


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Nov 07, 202106:28
Missing People, Unity Clap, Tribute to Grandma and Triggers pt.1

Missing People, Unity Clap, Tribute to Grandma and Triggers pt.1

Jade & G. talkstory about various topics (recorded 10/24/2021)

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Oct 31, 202139:57
Coconut Byte: WWII Veterans

Coconut Byte: WWII Veterans

G talks about WWII Filipino Veterans. (recorded 10/16/21)

https://filvetrep.org/

https://www.history.com/news/filipino-americans-veterans-day

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Oct 17, 202107:12
Pandemic Habits, Fil-Am History Month, and Would You Rather game!

Pandemic Habits, Fil-Am History Month, and Would You Rather game!

Jade & G kick off FIL-AM History Month and we play our favorite game, Would You Rather! (recorded 9/17/21)

To find out more info about Filipino American History Month, go to these links!

California Teachers Association: https://www.cta.org/awareness-events/filipino-american-history-month

Filipino American National History Society: http://fanhs-national.org/filam/filipino-american-history-month-october-2021/

Filipinos in Lousiana: St. Malo : https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/filipino-louisiana


 

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Oct 10, 202135:43
Coconut Byte: G's Movie Flick Picks "Shang-Chi," "Blue Bayou," "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," & "Venom: Let There Be Carnage"

Coconut Byte: G's Movie Flick Picks "Shang-Chi," "Blue Bayou," "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," & "Venom: Let There Be Carnage"

G's segment talks about the movies, (recorded 10/2/2021)

  • Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
  • Blue Bayou
  • The Eyes of Tammy Faye
  • Venom: Let There Be Carnage

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Oct 03, 202107:27
Season 3 | Premiere! Catch up, Hulu Shows, and This or That Game!

Season 3 | Premiere! Catch up, Hulu Shows, and This or That Game!

Jade & G start a new Season! They catch up on current events, Hulu Shows of 2021 and play This or That! Play along with us! (recorded 9/17/21)

Link to Hulu Show lineup here! https://www.tvguide.com/news/top-movies-and-shows-on-hulu-in-2021/

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Sep 26, 202147:16
Check in our Theme Word, Lessons Learned from Mama, and Checking off our Summer Bucket List!

Check in our Theme Word, Lessons Learned from Mama, and Checking off our Summer Bucket List!

Jade and G. wrap up Season 2 with updates on our Theme Word, Summer Bucket Lists, and lessons we learned from our moms! 

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Aug 08, 202101:20:03