Lisa and Lynn are separate for this podcast episode, which is an interview that Lynn conducts with body positive activist Laura Burns. Laura has been creating self-love zines and working with people since her teens. More recently she founded Bo

Get Tan and Wear Tampons

Sep 14th, 2016 35m 54s

We are talking about the Asian obsession with pale, non-tan skin and not wearing tampons. You can download the episode on iTunes - while you’re there, please take a few moments to subscribe and leave us a rating/review. It helps others find t

I’m Not a Wallflower! Don’t Trap Me!

Aug 22nd, 2016 40m 51s

We are back and talking about moving, auditioning in bathing suits, “beauty privilege,” and fear of aging. Show notes: Jasmin Singer’s Book: Always Too Much and Never Enough Olympic Swimmer Fu Yuanhui’s period and “funny” faces. The Comedy Com

I Don’t Want a SCOBY in My House

Aug 3rd, 2016 49m 6s

In the latest Thick Dumpling Skin Podcast, we talk about limiting major life events, stigma, and overcoming addiction. Other show notes: Sarah Jones’ One Woman Show #IdealAsianBody with APIOPA coming to Purdue University’s AAARCC StoryCorps a

I Want to Be an Octopus and Have 8 Arms

Jul 5th, 2016 27m 14s

In the latest Thick Dumpling Skin Podcast, we talk about operating on animal instinct, intuitive eating, and feeling overwhelmed. Other show notes: Progressive lenses/bifocals Hello Giggles Michelle Obama Invisalign PLEASE LEAVE US A RATING/

My Dad Pinched My Stomach

Jun 20th, 2016 33m 58s

In the latest Thick Dumpling Skin Podcast, we talk about Father’s Day, and our relationships to our dads. Other show notes: Vincent Chin Juneteenth Smorgasburg LA Leave us a rating/review on iTunes. You can also share your story via writin

We're Keynote Speakers!

May 25th, 2016 15m 16s

In the latest Thick Dumpling Skin Podcast, we are in Hanover, New Hampshire to speak at Dartmouth for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, as keynote speakers! Other show notes: Garbage Pail Kid Cards Daily Motivator app Louise Hay Daily Aff

Are There Cows in New Hampshire?

May 15th, 2016 25m 52s

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Eating Recovery Day

Apr 23rd, 2016 14m 34s

I Didn't Know Not Wanting to Know Your Weight Was an Option

Apr 10th, 2016 32m 45s

I Don't Talk to My Parents about Anything other than the Stock Market

Mar 27th, 2016 26m 11s

In Episode 5, we talk about what to do when your friends/family don’t support your eating disorder recovery. Other show notes: The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down Katie Horwitch from Women Against Negative Talk National Eating Disorders

Be Right Back!

Mar 5th, 2016 1m 7s

A quick note from Lisa to say we'll be right back! In the meantime, connect with us, catch up on old episodes and take this time to write us a review, perhaps? Thanks!'

Let's Get it On (with Barbie)

Feb 14th, 2016 44m 41s

In Episode 4, we are joined by Theresa Vu from the band Magnetic North to talk about the new Barbie. Lisa Ling also makes an appearance. Oh, and Siri has a few words as well. FYI we talk about sexual situations, in case you don't want to l

Bye, Felicity!

Jan 28th, 2016 37m 4s

In Episode 3, we are joined by Kelsey Miller to answer a reader’s question about how to deal with negative parental comments. Other show notes: A reader’s #IdealAsianBody submission Felicity KRRB’s 12 Young Dreamers Making a Change The Anti-

I Want to Eat Tofu, I Don't Want to Look Like It

Jan 17th, 2016 29m 53s

New Year! New Podcast! In episode 2 we talk about the #IdealAsianBody campaign. Other show notes: Lisa’s trip to Maui APIOPA #AAPIhealth Week We want to hear from you! Send us an email, a voice memo and please leave us a rating/review