Cruella DeVil is a devilishly good villain. She’s stylish, she’s cunning, she stops at nothing to achieve success, and she is the topic of today’s episode. With the recent release of Disney’s Cruella, we wanted talk about her reign as one of Disney’s best villains, and ask the BIG question: is she a feminist icon or anti-hero? Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Kaytie-  My Lil Cube- Compact, busy eatery with a pared-down interior dishing up ramen & Japanese classics.  Address: 402 N...

This episode is part two of my amazing conversation with Fiona Lowenstein and Chimere Smith.  Last week, we talked about their experiences living with Long- Haul COVID.  This week, we are talking about the best ways to show up for friends, family members, and colleagues living with this new and emerging virus.  You don’t want to miss this important conversation! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Loyalty Bookstore (@loyaltybookstore)- Black, queer owned Indie bookstore in dc+ md...

As Pandemic living comes to a close and the World continues to open up more and more, it is easy to want to put COVID-19 in our rearview.  But what about those who are living with Long- Haul COVID? What are they going through? How are they dealing with the aftershocks of a new and emerging virus?  What is the New Normal of those living with Long-COVID, and how can we be compassionate and empathetic citizens to them as we adjust to our new normals?  You don’t  want to miss today’s conversation...

Karaoke.  It’s a word that strikes happiness or horror depending on who you ask.  Asia has a passionate appreciation for it, but America, not so much.  In this episode, we get to the bottom of Asia’s karaoke obsession, and America’s hot/cold relationship with it.   Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Kaytie- The Grown Up Asian (@thegrownupasian)- life coaching service for Asian American Women https://www.thegrownupasian.com/ Alana- Blueland (@blueland)- reimagining cleaning to end single- use...

Asian Americans are the most represented racial group in white-collar jobs, but not in  higher level managerial positions. In this episode, we explore the reason why, and give you ways to break through the bamboo ceiling. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: RIFRUF (@rifrufqueens)- Designing driven dog shoes www.rifrufqueens.com Paper Project (@paperproject_ny)- Natural and functional products made with Japanese paper yarn. Anti- Odor, Dry touch, Moisture Wicking www.paper project my.com Find...

Imagine a life without cheese, ice cream, or cow’s milk of any kind. For many Asian Americans and African Americans, we don’t have to imagine this.  Lactose Intolerance is a digestive disorder that affects Asian American and African Americas.  Why?  Check out this episode to find out. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Alana-  Misfits Foods (@misfitsfoods)- Uniting veggies and humanely-raised meats to create complete delight for your taste buds.  https://misfitfoods.com/ Kaytie-  This Asian...

Chopsticks are the ultimate versatile kitchen utensil.  You can cook with them as well as eat with them, and  they can become elegant extensions of your fingers when used properly or with enough practice.  But do not assume that everyone can use them.  In this episode, we discuss the stereotypes that go along with this necessary kitchen addition. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Alana-  SoYoung (@soyounginc)- Elevated Lunch Boxes, Cooler Bags, Backpacks and accessories constructed of raw...

Living with Long Haul COVID-19 (or PASC as it is now clinically known) is a reality more and more people are living with every day.  While new details emerge about symptoms  of post- viral COVID- 19, it’s important to support loved ones, friends, or colleagues who are learning to live with this debilitating, new normal.  In this episode, we sit down with a very special guest to discuss the ways that we can support a COVID-19 Long Hauler with empathy, dignity, and authenticity. Put Your Money...

Between protesting, police brutality caught on tape (and being replayed countless times), and the impact of the pandemic, our mental health and emotional states are feeling taxed. If you are a Person Of Color, the constant headlines about racism and Other based violence can lead to a type of emotional distress known as racial trauma. On this episode, we bring on Yuna Youn (**first guest**) to discuss how we can cope with racial traumas, Yellow Peril Supporting Black Power, and how to shop for...

What’s a beverage that is consumed Worldwide, but is gendered in the United States?  Tea!  America has had an enduring and bizarre history with gendering the beverage, but why?  On this episode, we speak to Food and Culture Writer to get to the bottom of it. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Alana-  Zach & Zoe Sweet Bee Farm (@zachandzoehoney)- Black Beekeepers who make the sweetest raw honey around. (zachandzoe.co) Ashna-  Song Tea & Ceramics (@hellosongtea) - San Francisco based...

Our monthlong deep dive into Education is coming to a close, but not without one last inspiring conversation. Teachers. We’ve all had them, but how many Teachers or Professors of Color did you have when you were a student?  After a long pause and some mental time travel, “a few” was the answer Kaytie and I managed to muster. We want to help change that by having a conversation about the importance of having Teachers and Professors of Color in the classroom. We have a great guest on today who...

S.T.E.M (aka Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) is a simple acronym that is loaded with stereotypes mainly having to do with women, and their perceived lack of abilities to excel at these subjects.  Since negative stereotyping exists about women in STEM, this has a direct impact on who chooses to pursue a career in a STEM field.  On this episode, we talk to our favorite STEMinist (and fellow podcaster) about how to slay the Patriarchy in STEM, how to make STEM careers more...

One year ago as the frenzy of the Pandemic was rising to an all-time high, the U.S. saw a spike in violence against Asian Americans.  We were scared for what the future held, and how bad the problem could get.  One year later a horrible tragedy occurred in Atlanta killing 8 people, 7 we of Asian descent (and 6 of the victims were women) In this episode, we take a look at what led to the violent events in Atlanta, the history of violence against AAPI in this country, and how we can keep our...

Standardized test taking is a reality for students in the United States. But we’re standardized test designed for all students? Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Alana- Sip & Sonder (@sipandsonder)- Black Owned Coffee and Collaboration space. https://www.sipandsonder.com/ Kaytie- KiwiCo (@kiwico_inc)- STEM, STEAM, and Science kits for kids. https://www.kiwico.com/ Find us on Social Media: @blackandyellowpodcast Alana J. Webster: @renegadeoffun Kaytie Ohashi :  @disvillainsscholar /...

We are kicking off a month of shows all about Education with our guest host, Kaytie. In this episode, we chop it up about College. To go or not to go? It’s a big question, and one that we think doesn’t get asked enough. But that ends today... Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Alana- Sense2Cents (@sense2cents): Financial literacy board games, books, and cards for kids! https://sense2cents.org/ Kaytie- Tiger Boom Creative (@tigerboomcreative)- Fun and Engaging tools for teaching kids Korean...

While getting on a plane and traveling to a far away place is out of the question for many of us these days, that doesn’t mean that we can’t travel in other ways. Have you ever considered using food to take you on a journey? Our guest today absolutely has, and created a cookbook from that culinary journey that she is going to talk to us about today. You don’t want to miss this delicious conversation! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Jac- The Herbivorous Butcher (@theherbivorousb)-...

Black History Month is slowly coming to a close, so let’s end it on a high note! Today’s episode features a look into the future with a young, Black Queen who is on her come up, and inspiring young girls as she rises. She’s a rapper, an actress, and newest personality to join the Nickelodeon Universe. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth     1.    The Wok Store- Stock your kitchen with Asian cookware, cookbooks, and beyond https://www.wokshop.com     2.    Kaike (@shopkaike)- Fun + minimal plant...

2020 was filled with messages urging people to support Black owned businesses as a way to combat racism, increase the Black dollar, and support Black communities. But will these messages inspire lasting consumer changes? Is Buying Black a trend? On this episode, we say NAH, and speak with an amazing guest on how to make Buying Black accessible, fun, and a lifestyle! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is:     1.    Supergoodie- (@supergoodieshop)  Supergood Secondhand Clothing...

Chinese New Year is tomorrow! Happy Year Of The Ox! And Mardi Gras is next week. These two cultural holidays will likely look different, but it doesn’t have to taste different. Quarantine is the best time to learn family recipes or improve the family staples you cherish. On today’s episode, we are talking to cookbook author, Pat Tanumihardja, all about how to keep cultural bonds alive and thriving during quarantine.  Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Jac- East Meets Dress (@eastmeetsdress)-...

Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff seem to be the most talked about couple on the planet right now, and there is a very good reason for that. With our Madam Vice President being a Black and South Asian woman, the visual of her White Husband stepping into the role of Second Gentleman (as well as stepping back to let Harris lead and shine) disrupts the gender roles that we are commonly used to seeing. In this episode, we talk about how important the image of an interracial couple in public office...

Sleepovers are a rite of passage for most kids and teens, but not everyone attended sleepovers growing up. Some kids went to very few and when they did it was a *struggle* to get parents to agree to let them go, and some kids got to stay late (but not sleepover). In the episode, we are talking about slumber parties. Is not allowing your child to attend sleepovers an Asian thing? Are attending sleepovers necessary? Are sleepovers good for kids? We answer these questions and so many more. Put...

2021 is off to quite a start mostly because of the insurrection at our Nation’s Capital last week. The Country was gripped, but watching the riots happen was extra difficult if you were a woman on Color. In this episode, we talk through how triggering the riots at the Capitol were for Women and People of Color, and how we can protect ourselves going forward. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is:     1.    Alana- Project Pop (@eatprojectpop) - Small batch, organic, vegan kettle corn...

New Year, New Opportunities for luck, prosperity, and good fortune. One way to ensure these blessings is via the food that we eat at the start of the year. In this episode, we are talking all about lucky foods, and the mystical powers that they possess. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is:     1.    Alana- Bespoke Binny (@bespokebinny)- Add a dose of African Expression to your home or give it as a gift (https://bespokebinny.com/)     2.    Jac- Lucky Foods LLC- (@eatluckyfoods) - Wholesome,...

2020 is *almost* in our rear view, but not without one last episode. And we are going out with a BANG! We are setting you up for success in 2021 by talking to our favorite career coach about how to set big, audacious goals for yourself, and how to make them a reality. If you’re ready to take on 2021 like a boss, this episode is for you! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is:     1.    Alana- Greer Chicago (@greerchicago)- Independent + International stationary & office supplies from...

A throw back while we break for holiday. Christmas is a few days away, and Kwanzaa starts the day after. Alana celebrates both and Jack celebrates neither. In this episode, J & A answer burning questions like: what do Asians do on Christmas? and is Kwanzaa the Black version of Hanukkah? Find us on Instagram: @blackandyellowpodcast Alana J. Webster: @renegadeoffun Jacklyn Chung Young: @jacklynchungyoung See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.