Category: Podcasting

The second episode of my podcast, CrossWorld Puzzles, is now out!

Many thanks to my friend Grace Kim, who grew up in the U.S., Japan, and Korea. Using her multilingual skills, she now runs an event planning company in the DC area. She also has many artistic side projects. What I love about Grace is that she’s always so thoughtful and kind (and super organized, which is why the Japan-related community loves to work with her!), but also open about aspects she wants to continue working on. She is so brave to say yes to this project, especially when I barely had any episodes to show–and I’m so grateful.

The video podcast with Grace is below, but more information, including photos and a full transcript, can be found here.

The podcast can be followed on YouTube, Spotify, and (for audio only) Apple Podcasts.

ポッドキャスト「CrossWorld Puzzles」で新しいエピソードをリリースしました。今回は、米国、日本、韓国で育ったグレースさんをインタビューしています。ワシントンDC近郊でイベント企画を行う会社を経営するとともに、折り紙のイヤリングを作ったりと多才です。三か国語駆使し、どの文化にも精通して思慮深い、大好きな友人です。

I’m happy to announce that I’ve started a podcast! It’s called CrossWorld Puzzles, and explores how individuals who grew up in or are currently in multicultural environments tackle life’s big questions: e.g. where to be based, what kind of career to build, who to spend the rest of their lives with, etc.

Some friends know that I’ve been ruminating about this for more than a year, especially as I’ve struggled with these questions in my own life. This is a selfish endeavor where I’m seeking answers for myself, but I also hope to showcase my amazing friends and mentors–and perhaps inspire others along the way!

Many thanks to my friend Sayuri Romei, who bravely and kindly agreed to being interviewed for the very first episode! She grew up in Italy speaking Italian, French, and Japanese–but is now based in the U.S. She also happens to be an expert on nuclear deterrence, as well as a published illustrator! She’s so busy (she changed jobs the very week we were talking!), and I cannot thank her enough for taking the time to share her great outlook on life.

The video podcast with Sayuri is below, but more information, including photos and a full transcript, can be found here.

For now, the plan is to post once a month. I’ll post notices about new episodes on this blog, but full details will always remain on the CrossWorld Puzzles website.

The podcast can be followed on YouTube, Spotify, and (for audio only) Apple Podcasts.