EP12: Tariffs, Trade Wars & Emotional Fatigue: When the World Feels Too Much
In this emotionally raw and politically charged episode of Pondering Pandaz, Jayden and Ryan unpack the rising tensions between the U.S. and China, and how global economic decisions—like tariffs and t...
18 Apr 202547min
EP11: Modern Tipping Culture: is it Generosity or Just the New Norm?
Join Jayden and Ryan in the latest episode of Tipping Culture in Pondering Pandaz. They dive into the confusing and often frustrating world of tipping customs across the globe. From North America's un...
10 Apr 202541min
EP10: Is It Weird to Eat at a Graveyard? Uncover China’s April 4th Tomb Sweeping Festival
In this episode of Pondering Pandaz, Jayden and Ryan dive deep into China's April 4th Tomb Sweeping Festival (Qingming), a tradition rooted in honoring ancestors— and how ancestral rituals shape ident...
5 Apr 202548min
EP9: Culture Shock, Racism, and Rebuilding: Our Immigration Stories
In this episode of Pondering Pandaz, Jayden and Ryan get deeply personal about their immigration journeys—from the icy streets of Canada to the mental fog of language barriers and culture shock. Jayde...
29 Mar 202557min
EP8: We Took the MBTI 16 Personalities Test—Did It Get Us Right?
In this episode of Pondering Pandas, Jayden and Ryan dive into the world of the 16 Personalities Test, also known as MBTI, to uncover whether it truly reflects who we are—or just who we think we are. ...
21 Mar 202545min
EP7: Toxic Relationships: Gaslighting, Love Bombing & Taking Back Control
Toxic relationships come in many forms—family, friendships, workplaces, and romantic entanglements—but how do you recognize when you're stuck in one? In this episode of Pondering Pandaz, Jayden and Ry...
7 Mar 202551min
EP6: Is Your Favorite Asian Food Even Real? The Authenticity & Ethics Dilemmas
Westernized Asian food is everywhere, from General Tso’s Chicken to California Rolls. But is it still authentic? In this episode of Pondering Pandas, Jayden and Ryan break down the evolution of Wester...
28 Feb 202555min
EP5: Stuck in the Rat Race? How Debt and Consumerism Keep You Chained
Debt isn’t just about money—it’s about survival, social status, and a system that keeps people running in circles. In this episode of Pondering Pandas, Jayden and Ryan break down the reality of debt f...
21 Feb 202547min
