In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Constance Gibbs! We discuss anime as an aesthetic, Toonami, fan fiction, the evolution of nerd and geek merch, Black influence on the merch space, how to define your own style, rights for

[23] Living and Growing Abroad in Korea w/ Renée Simone

Dec 4th, 2023 59m 16s

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Renée Simon! We discuss moving to Korea, K-dramas, language learning, diversity of the Korean expat community, Black hair care in Korea, safety in Korea vs. the U.S., finding community in

[22] Black Nerds Read Asian Fantasy w/ Bayana Davis and Porshèa Patterson-Hurst, of #WizardTeam

Nov 20th, 2023 1h 9m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Bayana and Porshèa hosts of the #WizardTeam podcast! We discuss great Asian fantasies, the benefits of reading outside of your own culture, how life experiences inform the stories we creat

[21] Acrylics Over Cultural Exchange w/ Adele Pham, director of ‘Nailed It’

Nov 13th, 2023 48m 32s

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews ‘Nailed It’ director Adele Pham! We discuss telling the story of Mantrap Salon, building on our collective stories, wanting an archive of nail art, navigating racial tensions in the salon,

[20] Balancing Faith, Values, and Anime w/ Eli of Anime Relatable

Nov 6th, 2023 1h 8m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Eli of Anime Relatable! We discuss meaningful friendships, connecting through fandom, Christianity, oversexualization in fandom, and more! What’s your favorite anime you’ve watched recentl

[19] Becoming Mixed and Finding Space in Fandom w/ Sharmane Fury of Militantly Mixed and BLERDcoMIXed

Oct 30th, 2023 1h 23m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews prolific podcaster Sharmane Fury! We discuss the “becoming” mixed, getting into cosplay, hiding your nerdy fandom, navigating anime fandom as a mixed Japanese person, and more!Things dis

[18] The Black Culture Within K-Pop w/ Crystal S. Anderson, PhD

Oct 23rd, 2023 1h 16m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Dr. Crystal S. Anderson! We discuss the creating a K-pop collective, Black culture’s influence on K-pop, K-pop fandom as a Black fan and more! What is your favorite generation of K-pop?Th

[17] "Will there be a season two?" and other questions

Sep 4th, 2023 39m 15s

In this seasonal wrap-up, Delia goes over some of the biggest questions on the podcast this past season! Topics include, the future of the podcast, Koreaboos, the Writer’s Guild and SAG-AFTRA strikes, and more! What shows or films would you lik

[16] Hip-Hop: A Catalyst for Connectivity and Change w/ Jeff Chang

Aug 21st, 2023 1h 1m

In this episode, Delia interviews Jeff Chang, as part of Culture by Culture’s “Musical Connections” mini-series! We laugh and discuss Asian American legacy within hip-hop, K-pop, American hegemony, community formation around hip-hop, Bruce Lee,

[15] We Got the K-Pop Beat w/ Howard's One of a Kind (1OAK)

Aug 14th, 2023 49m 49s

In this episode, Delia interviews Howard University’s K-pop dance team One of a Kind (1OAK), as part of Culture by Culture’s “Musical Connections” mini-series! We discuss being the first K-pop dance group at an HBCU, sitting with contradictions

[14] The Path from Appropriation to Appreciation and Beyond w/ Jason Chu

Aug 7th, 2023 1h 3m

In this episode, Delia interviews hip-hop artist, activist, and speaker, Jason Chu, as part of Culture by Culture’s “Musical Connections” mini-series! We discuss the dynamics between cultural appropriation and appreciation, musical inspiration,

[13] The Magic of Bollywood w/ The Bollywood Nerd

Aug 1st, 2023 1h 6m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews the Bollywood Nerd! We discuss the magic of Indian cinema, the parallels in Indian and Nigerian cinema, colorism in Bollywood, cultural exploration, anime, and more! What are your favorite

[12] That Martial Arts, Jazz, and Hip-Hop Fusion w/ Gerald Watson and DJ 2-Tone Jones of Shaolin Jazz

Jul 24th, 2023 30m 2s

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews the cool cats over at Shaolin Jazz, Gerald Watson and DJ 2-Tone Jones! We discuss the intersection of jazz and martial arts, Wu-Tang Clan, kung fu films, and more!Things discussed in thi

[11] Biases, Anime Clubs, and K-Pop Print-Outs w/ Mars Sebastian

Jul 17th, 2023 1h 13m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews creator and writer, Mars Sebastian! We discuss starting an anime club, K-dramas, international animation industries, labor organizing, and more!Register here and join us for the Be A Her

[10] Let's Talk: Affirmative Action w/ Giannina Ong of Mochi Mag

Jul 10th, 2023 40m 54s

In this special episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Editor-in-Chief, Giannina Ong following the Affirmative Action Supreme Court decision. We have an open conversation about our reactions, the myth of the American Dream, how we can

[9] Black Allyship in Print and Beyond w/ Giannina Ong and Sarah Park of Mochi Mag

Jul 3rd, 2023 57m 48s

In the last episode of Culture by Culture's Coalition Miniseries, Delia interviews Editor-in-Chief, Giannina Ong and Editor, Sarah Park of Mochi Mag! We discuss Mochi Mag’s ‘Black Allyship @ Mochi’ column, meeting folks where they are, politica

[8] The Coalition Power of BTS ARMY w/ Grace of joonsmelanindrop

Jun 26th, 2023 41m 7s

In this episode of Culture by Culture's Coalition Miniseries, Delia interviews Grace of @joonsmelanindrop! We discuss finding connection and building coalition in K-pop fandom, the power of ARMY, fan culpability, the machine of HYBE and the K-p

[7] Finding Joy in Activism Through Coalition w/ Rohan Zhou-Lee of the Blasian March

Jun 19th, 2023 54m 18s

In this first episode of Culture by Culture's Coalition Miniseries, Delia interviews founder of the Blasian March, Rohan Zhou-Lee! We discuss the importance of Black and Asian coalition, finding your role in activist spaces, creating our own na

[6] Living in the Rock Scene and the Anime Space w/ Sheila

Jun 5th, 2023 1h 5m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Sheila the Band! We discuss anime fandom journeys, musical styles, Black alternative rock bands, being creators in different cultural spaces, and more! What is your favorite band?Favorit

[5] Language Learning and Cultural Navigation w/ Sarah F. Phillips, PhD

May 29th, 2023 51m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews neurolinguist, Sarah F. Phillips, PhD. We discuss language learning in the age of pop-culture phenomena, growing up Blasian and bilingual, barriers to language learning for Black folks, th

[4] Storytelling and Bonds w/ Bayana A. Davis of #WizardTeam

May 22nd, 2023 41m 6s

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews Bayana A. Davis, writer, host of the podcast #WizardTeam, and CEO of Black Nerds Create. We discuss Naruto, bonds, siblings, Black boy vulnerability, and books. What are your cross cultura

[3] Black Girls and K-Dramas w/ Black Girl Seoul

May 15th, 2023 1h 3m

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia speaks w/ hosts of Black Girl Seoul, Something Else and Song Rae. We talk navigating K-drama fandom as Black folk, what we hope to see from fandom & industry, NCT, and of course Asian dramas. What is

[2] Creating Community in the Name of the Moon w/ Victoria Johnson of Sailor Moon Fan Club

May 8th, 2023 41m 14s

In this episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews host of Sailor Moon Fan Club, Victoria Johnson. They discuss creating a podcast and fostering community around pop-culture, nerdy origins, Sam Okyere, Victoria’s favorite K-dramas, fanning

[1] Beginning of My Nerdy Journey w/ Delia's Dad

May 1st, 2023 29m 7s

In the inaugural episode of Culture by Culture, Delia interviews the first nerd and first Black nerd she ever knew; her dad. She explores what it was like growing up in the segregated south and how those experiences did or didn’t inform his int

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Introducing Culture by Culture

Apr 16th, 2023 2m 2s

Culture by Culture is a new podcast, exploring Black and Asian pop-cultural ties. Follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us on social media, @culturexpodcast. Or visit our website, culturexpodcast.com to learn more about