Marriage is an abundance of scary and difficult unknowns. There are unimaginable expectations that come along with your union, ones that can be deemed insensitive to your in-laws. This week we discuss the isolating experience of getting to know your partner's family and some cultural expectations you must carry out after marrying into their family. Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Planned Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

American tv shows? Kdramas? Thai Lakorns? Where are you learning how to love? Media has the power to depict what romance is, the type of love we deserve, toxic love, romantic gestures, bare minimums... and we just don't think Hollywood is quite there yet in getting the Asian representation right. Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Planned Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

... AND WE'RE BACK!! Happy 2022! Apologies for the late episode. We were out because of a cold, so thank you for waiting! Spend this week catching up with us and hearing what we've been up to. We're excited to see where this new year takes us. Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Planned Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

There are challenges and beauty in being a child of immigrant parents. Browngirltherapy posted a healing and understanding insightful piece on their Instagram which captivates the heart of immigrant children. We're taking the space to share our lived experiences in this hour. To our immigrant siblings, our hearts are with you in this journey of healing and self-discovery.  We wish you all a festive holiday! See you in the new year! Browngirltherapy Instagram: @browngirltherapy Support Hotlines National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Planned Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our Socials You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

It's Hmoob New Year season! Cheers to everyone celebrating! A significant part of celebrating Hmoob New Year is Hmoob clothes. Part 2 of our sustainability series, we recognize the grand changes of the historical importance of Hmoob clothes to fast fashion production and construction. Check out & support Hmoob business owners: Tamay & Me Sustainable Clothing and Accessories BXNCO WLove Collections by wlovecollections on Etsy MMEL AND ME TRIN Collective MISAI (shopmisai.com) Hmodern Made by HmodernMade on Etsy Cut from the Culture Home | Kachia Lee Designs LLC Peco Baby Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Planned Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

Curating friendships may have been easier when we were younger. But as we grow, sometimes those relationships close their chapters... and that's okay. This week we will be reflecting on our friendships and defining the red and green flags.  Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Planned Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

Let us get this straight... it's singleness, dating, engagement, and then marriage? But what if that's not exactly what we picture for ourselves? This week we're continuing our conversation on romantic relationships with our perspective on marriage.  Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Plan Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

Shopping and consuming consciously has become hot topics nowadays going hand-in-hand with the climate crisis. With the fashion industry being one of the biggest pollutants to the Earth, we are taking a look at the issue and what are some ways we, as consumers, can do to help the situation.  Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Plan Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

Just as promised, we are sharing our writer's stories to continue to create conversations that linger in our hearts. This week we are diving into our FIRST writer's story surrounding citizenship application and advocacy. Provided below are links to the government page to apply for naturalization.  Application Filing Guidance: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-guidance N-400, Application for Naturalization: https://www.uscis.gov/n-400 G-1256, Declaration for Interpreted USCIS Interview (Request for Interpreter): https://www.uscis.gov/g-1256 Civic Test PDF: https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/crc/M_1778.pdf Application for Naturalization, fee waiver: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-fees/additional-information-on-filing-a-fee-waiver I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card (Green Card): https://www.uscis.gov/i-90 Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Plan Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]

Listen to us ramble about "Beautiful Excuses" by Rixton (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8reeii7T3E); there's a lot to unpack here.  Please seek the help that you need with the links below.  Support Hotlines: National suicide hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English), 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish) National domestic violence hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233), Text: "Start" to 88788 National sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) Plan Parenthood website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Set up an in-person or telehealth appointment: 1-800-230-PLAN Visit https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/ for an extended list of hotlines available to you. Stand against Anti-Asian Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Stand in allyship with black communities: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Our socials: You can find us at our website @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/ You can share your story with us by writing to us using our submissions page @ https://meempodcast.wixsite.com/home/submit/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/meempodcast/ Email - [email protected]