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“As an Asian American working mom with a graduate degree, this podcast is like… targeted at my very small and specific niche and I love the fact that it exists.
But 40+ episodes in, it is hard to ignore how wildly the show sometimes swings between thoughtful, thought provoking discussions of how race and racial generational trauma impact the parenting experience… and sometimes comical displays of wealth and privilege. Like in the episode about having sick kids in the time of Covid, they pose the question, seemingly in complete earnestness, “What did people do in the age before Covid and work from home if a kid got sick?”
And the answer of “they took the day off and did not work and lost out on income and this is why a lack of federal policy about sick leave is so detrimental” seems so blindingly obvious and yet goes completely unaddressed, to the point where it feels like a parody of the out-of-touch Ivy Leaguer, and is doubly surprising when the podcast demonstrated the ability to be thoughtful and nuanced about other topics.
But that sort of blind spot is probably expected when your premise is predicated on a specific set of life experiences. In general I remain impressed by how willing Susan, Kate, and Jeanette are to be open about their struggles with self worth and how their Asian American experiences impact their lives. While I may marvel at how casually the wealthy can talk about $80 Christmas stockings from Pottery Barn, I remain impressed by their willingness to share their experiences, especially in the face of cultural expectations to not air “familial dirty laundry” in public.”
Riidi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/22
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“Love listening to Kate. She is so likable and fun. The other women have such a good rapport. Excited to listen to more!”
Chic Chica version 2.0 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/21
“I just had my second child a few weeks ago, and this is the perfect podcast to listen to. Listening to it it feels like catching up with your mom girlfriends who just get it, and can help you process all the crazy highs and lows of working motherhood.
I HIGHLY recommend for any new moms, veteran...”Read full review »
IvyWu86 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/28/21
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“As an Asian American professional working mom this podcast truly speaks to me. But I think they cover so many topics related to the immigrant experience, motherhood, marriage, careers as a woman, etc. that this podcast can speak to a lot women in different situations. What I appreciate most is...”Read full review »
DBet22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/24
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