Ever wondered what it takes to be a leader? Well our guest on this episode takes us inside her recent experience at a leadership course. Including games and retreats! [ 30:08 min ]

• What is DiSC?

The Redo · Learning to Lead (JUN 2020)

My special guests and I convene to take in Tigertail, Alan Yang’s new Netflix film basely loosely on his father’s immigration story from Taiwan to the United States. Spoiler: The focus was mostly on our gripes and disappointments. [25:39 min]

• Tigertail Trailer
• 姚苏蓉 Yao Su Rong, "偷心的人"

The Redo · Tigertail: Review (Apr 2020)

A return to form as we start off the new decade with a thrilling discussion about to-do lists and productivity apps. My guest and I just transitioned from Wunderlist to Things 3 and we're excited to chat about it! [33:47 min]

• Full sized image of our Things 3 setups
• Sweet Setup review of Things 3 (2019)

As it stands, the You Me Us experience has been severely compromised because iTunes is missing most of the files -- the files have been shuffling around all over the years -- and Stitcher only catalogues the recent episodes. One of the things was to get all the You Me Us files up on something accessible. So here's the answer: SoundCloud!

• You, Me, Us Archives

I'm using Soundcloud to host the files for my other podcast, The Redo, so it worked out beautifully. Still no working RSS feed -- that's next -- but at least now all the old MP3 files are uploaded and somewhat easier to listen to. (I'd recommend downloading the SoundCloud app actually.) There's over 28+ hours of terrible sounding audio but lovely friends who joined me to chat. Come delve into an astonishing (almost) eighty episodes of You, Me, Us! And then come talk to me!

And here are some handpicked episodes if you wanna start there: You, Me, Us Top 25 playlist.

MTV Champs vs Pros Preview MTV Champs vs Pros MP3 (right click to "save as")

Can you believe it, we’re heading into our thirteenth season of fantasy MTV Challenge — and our third MTV Challenge related pod. I bring on our five time champ to talk about her recent Invasion of the Champions win and then we dive into an analysis of our recent Champs vs Pros draft. This one is for the Challenge diehards! [55:16 mins]

• Mini-Season: Champs vs Pros
• Does It Help to Pick #1?

[Update 2019]: Files now on Soundcloud playlist here!

Your browser does not support the audio element. Inside North Korea MP3 (right click to "save as")

This special guest brings us an exclusive look into North Korea. Fewer than two thousand people tourists go there per year and if you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to visit the DPRK, here’s your chance on this extra special, and extra long, episode! My guest will reveal how to get to North Korea, what it’s like inside, and end with a trip to the Kim Il-sung Mausoleum! [54:42 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Nice to Meet You 很高興見到你 MP3 (right click to "save as")

Remember when we did a previous episode, Chinese 102, all in Mandarin? Well we’re back at it again! Sorry for the language barrier guys but this time my guest and I use our improved Chinese — after a year of studying — for a conversation about the different nationalities of people we met during our time in Taiwan. And how to combat stereotypes. Come along for a world tour! [29:26 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Getting to Know You MP3 (right click to "save as")

It’s a return from two previous guests as they pair up talk about writing bios, life spreadsheets, and then a thrilling foray into the world of small talk. Do you find yourself forced to interact with strangers? Yes, don’t we all! How do you handle it, do you enjoy it? These are some of things we tackle in this episode. Plus, recommendations! [34:23]

• My So-Called Life spreadsheet (2008)
• Shut Up & Sit Down review of Codenames
• Taipei's Eco-Friendly Youbike Bicycle Program (2013)
• margotseeto.com

Your browser does not support the audio element. Wet & Wild MP3 (right click to "save as")

This quickie pod is about drinks. And pens. And drinks, and pens. That’s it. Taiwan has convenience stores on every corner so getting any libation is very easy. We are talking strictly non-alcoholic here. I bring on a passionate drinks drinker, who also doubles as a pen(cil) enthusiast. Clearly this is our passion. Join us! [17:20 min]

• Taste Test: 7-11 Episode
• Jet Pens blog
• Guide to Frixion pens
• Uni Kuru Toga mechanical pencils

Your browser does not support the audio element. Om Om Om MP3 (right click to "save as")

It’s a busy busy world and sometimes it takes a lot to calm the mind and find your peace, even if for a moment. My guest and I embark on a (short) journey into how he uses daily meditation to center himself. Plus, some tips on trying it for yourself! [13:30 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Taste Test: 7-11 MP3 (right click to "save as")

Inspired by Juliet and Jacoby’s Food News (R.I.P.), I’m happy to introduce our first 7-11 taste test episode. For our inaugural foray into the mysterious aisles of convenience stores, we’ll be digging into some weird beers and fry substitutes! Let’s go! [14:55 min]

• Grantland: Food News