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An online platform for people of color with an interest in Asian culture, media, and languages.

05/05/2022

New Podcast Episode! Studying Visual Anthropology In China With Briana Lennet.

This week we head to Nanjing, China, to meet with the visual anthropologist, content creator, and expat, Briana Lennet.

In this episode we discuss:
• What the heck a contemporary anthropologist actually does (admit it, you don't know either)
• Dismantling systems of oppression that black students face
• Living in China in the age of COVID
• Ways we're keeping our mental health in check

Listen and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3w74B8D

26/04/2022

In this week's episode, I meet Brittany Edwards, author of Taiwan: An Underrated Paradise. Blending travelogue and guidebook, this book chronicles Brittany’s encounters with culture shock and the places and people she meets while living in Taiwan. Her venture reminds us what it means to explore - beyond the picture-perfect moments and into the history of a place and the journey to self-discovery.

Brittany and I discuss learning Mandarin, reclaiming the "spark" once we moved back to the U.S., and applying to a Fulbright Program. Listen now! https://bit.ly/3vqytOp

22/04/2022

I’ve had quite a few guests on the podcast who uses their Fulbright funding to live and work in a different country.

What *is* a Fulbright anyway? How do you apply? Here are some quick tidbits to help you decide if pursuing a Fulbright grant is the right choice for you.

20/04/2022

In the very first Braids & Jade minisode, I had the chance to talk to Renée Simone, a model, dancer, actress and entertainer who moved from New Jersey to the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea.

We discuss building out a successful freelance career in Asia, the growing black creative community is Seoul, and learning how to finance study trips to Korea.

Listen, subscribe and share! https://bit.ly/3jYo6uk

15/04/2022

Such a good question by The Lingo Nerd! Half the battle is motivation.

Leave your favorite motivation tips below! Ready to hear how other language learners stay on track? Listen to the latest episode of the Braids & Jade podcast!

14/04/2022

And we’re back this week - this time in Beijing with the incredibly gifted Hasani Arnold.

Hasani knew at a young age that learning Chinese would unlock a whole new world for him. Now, he’s part of Schwarzman Scholars living in Beijing and running a successful TikTok page showcasing his life exploring China.

Listen to the episode and subscribe: https://bit.ly/36e2pn1

05/04/2022

Thinking of the always-wise and inspiring words of Jo Franco for today’s language plan.

04/04/2022

Jonathan Ealey's 10+ years in Japan sound like a dream - from living in the tranquil countryside to moving to Tokyo and launching an international video production agency, BENTO LOABS. Now, Jonathan faces a new journey: moving back to the United States: https://bit.ly/3r2NLpH

20/03/2022

TESL/TEFL (Teaching English As A Second Language/ Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Programs are one of the easiest ways to travel and live in a different country, while practicing your target language. Finding the right program that fits your needs and provides adequate benefits can be a challenge.

Make sure to listen to Episode 1 of the B&J podcast with Tayler With An E. We’re diving into the world of teaching English in South Korea. After listening make sure to check out Tayler’s YouTube page for more tips on applying to reputable programs and starting your teaching journey.

15/03/2022

And what a great start to a Tuesday! After much delay, I'm so proud to announce my very first episode with the extremely talented and inspiring ⁠
Tayler With An E. Tayler is an English teacher living in South Korea. In 2017, she chose happiness and decided to quit her corporate job to live abroad, travel the world, and discover a new language along the way. ⁠
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Listen to this episode and subscribe at braidsandjade.com/podcast and be sure to share with your circle.

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Braids & Jade is an online platform for people of color with an interest in Asian culture, language and media looking for inspiration, collaboration and conversation.

We bring together a diverse community of creatives, students, entrepreneurs and travelers to spark dialogue around the life stories, ideas, and perspectives.