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Brazn Azn

Broadening what it means to be Asian American, co-hosts Virginia Duan and Stella delve into identity, social justice, and the complexities of Asian American experiences. Lowkey and goofy, these two self-proclaimed dorks invite you to eavesdrop on their conversation as they discuss the sacred and profane, with heavy emphasis on the mundane. We"re looking to chat with fellow brazen Asians, so please email us at braznaznpodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe and join the BRAZN N8N!

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Ep 09: Navigating Fear and Its Impact

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2024/07/10

In this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan dive deep into the topic of fear and its impact on their lives. Virginia shares her personal fears related to parenting, driving over bridges, and the trauma from reading news stories. Stella discusses her fears around missed potential and self-perception. Both co-hosts reflect on how fear has influenced their decisions, particularly in homeschooling and parenting, and the coping mechanisms they use to manage their

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00:41:56

Ep 08: Uncovering Queer Histories: A Conversation...

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2024/06/26

In this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia, interview their special guest, Lazou. Lazou is a multi-hyphenate producer, writer, podcaster, artist, singer, songwriter, and musician, Her podcast, Nuances, is about the Asian diaspora at the intersection of career, culture, and community. The conversation revolves around her podcast’s new season: Queering Premodern Asia. Lazou discusses why she started this series, her challenges while researching, her findings, as well as

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00:49:21

Ep 07: Taking Up Space

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2024/06/12

In this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia, introduce their special guest, Serena Cerezo Poon. Serena, a queer Asian American woman working in finance and founder of the startup Prism, shares her poignant journey of coming out, facing family rejection, and ultimately finding acceptance. The conversation delves into the challenges Serena faced, including spiritual abuse and conservative upbringing, and how she managed to reconcile her identity with her family relationships

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00:44:20

Ep 06: Asian Masculinity

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2024/05/29

In this episode of the Brazn Azn Podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia Duan discuss the complexities and nuances of Asian masculinity. They address qualifications to talk about the topic, how non-masculine traits are perceived in Asian culture versus Western culture, and the intersection of racism, patriarchy, and masculinity. Additionally, they explore personal anecdotes, the influence of K-pop and K-dramas, and the importance of inclusivity for various groups within the Asian community.Asian

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Ep 05: Representation Will Not Save Us

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2024/05/15

In this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, co-hosts Stella and Virginia explore the nuanced discussions around representation, identity, and societal norms. They delve into the complexities of Asian American experiences, questioning the depth and authenticity of representation in media and culture. The conversation covers topics from respectability politics to systemic change, and the importance of embracing all aspects of identity. Through a candid discussion, they challenge the need for broader

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00:45:44

Ep 04: Unraveling the Layers of RepresentAsian

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2024/05/01

In Episode 4: RepresentAsian, co-hosts Stella and Virginia delve into the multifaceted concept of representation, discussing its complexities, the nuanced layers of identity, and the often oversimplified solutions to systemic issues. They explore personal and cultural narratives around being Asian American, touching on aspects of motherhood, invisibility, and the desire for more complex depictions of Asian characters in media. The episode critically examines the progression from mere visibility to

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00:46:19

Ep 03: The Brazen Desire to Be Perceived

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2024/05/01

In this episode, co-hosts Stella and Virginia engage in a candid conversation about the nuances of being perceived in both digital and physical spaces. They explore their personal experiences with identity, the Asian American experience, and the conflicts and comforts of visibility. From the complexities of online perception to the challenges of existing as queer, neurodivergent, and Asian in a predominantly white society, this episode dives deep into what it means to be seen and how we navigate the

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00:43:43

Ep 02: Full-Body Cringe and the Brazenness of Self-Promo

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2024/05/01

In this episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, hosts Stella and Virginia delve into the intricacies of promoting and sharing personal art, and exploring Virginia's debut novel, 'Illusive.' The conversation covers a broad range of topics including the vulnerability in self-promotion, the challenges of dealing with stereotypes, and the journey from concept to self-publishing. Through candid and heartfelt discussion, the show navigates the complexities of Asian American identity, personal

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00:39:06

Ep 01: What's a "Brazen Asian," Anyway?

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2024/05/01

In the inaugural episode of the Brazn Azn podcast, hosts Virginia Duan and Stella embark on a journey to explore the identity, representation, and the multifaceted experiences of being a brazen Asian. From the origins of the podcast's name to confronting stereotypes and embracing the resistance in existence, this episode dives into personal anecdotes, the evolution of Asian American identity, and the power of existing as an act of defiance in a world that often tries to box in Asian women. Join

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