LRJ Podcast & Chill: Recent Episodes
LRJ Team
A podcast hosted by Leslie Wong, Ryan Fung, & Jonathan Chiu. We started LRJ Podcast and Chill to share our experiences and explore topics as expats working, dating, and living in Hong Kong. Grab a glass of wine and come hang with us :)
People break up with their partner for many different reasons, such as their partners not satisfying their needs, infidelity (physical, emotional, financial, etc.), changes in circumstances (e.g. moving away), etc. In these cases when you want to break up with your partner, does that mean you don't love them anymore? With such a serious question, LRJ tries to dig deep to figure out what this question means and when/if this can happen.
Questions Asked
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What does it mean to love someone?
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Is there a difference in familial love and romantic love?
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Is love enough to keep a relationship?
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Is love something that can be prioritized?
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What is a Situationship? The term was created in Urban Dictionary in 2006 and according to the Cambridge Dictionary, a situationship is "a romantic relationship between two people who do not yet consider themselves a couple but who have more than a friendship." Meaning there is no label on the relationship with the person you are interested in and the people that are interested in you. Also you are doing all the emotional and physical parts of the relationship without the commitment of being in a relationship. Is this good or bad? LRJ discusses further into this new emerging relationship "terminology".
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Why would someone want to be in a Situationship?
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What societal pressures are making people be in a Situationship?
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What is the difference between Friends with Benefits and a Situationship?
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Would you want to be in a Situationship?
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You and your partner are unique individuals with distinct expectations and desires from one another. What if your partner isn't happy with you and wants you to make more money and wants you to keep improving? When your partner requests or suggests changes in your behavior or habits, it can be challenging to differentiate between their demands and genuine areas for self-improvement. LRJ delves into this subject to explore where the boundary lies.
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How would you handle your partner asking you to stop dressing a certain way?
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What if your partner asks you to change your career?
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Would you entertain your partner's suggestions or demands to change?
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Congratulations to David on the arrival of his first baby! It goes without saying that having a baby brings sleepless nights and the challenge of figuring out how to balance raising a daughter with managing social and parenting life. LRJ has a conversation with David about his experiences before and after becoming a parent - discussing the challenges he faces and how he deals with them.
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How do you deal with the stress of having a child?
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What are your plans for raising your daughter in Hong Kong?
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Would you argue with your spouse in front of your child?
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How do you balance allowing your child to pursue what makes them happy while also disciplining them to ensure they stay on the right path?
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What is the meaning of life? We've all heard this question before, and it might be the most frequently asked question in the world. However, it seems like no one has the answer. What could the meaning of life be? Is it money, career, happiness, or love? In this episode, LRJ attempts to explore what this question means to us and the personal significance we find in life.
Questions asked:
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How do you find the meaning?
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What do you value?
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Do you have to travel to find the meaning of life?
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If our ending is going to be the same anyway, what's the point?
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In this episode, one of our listeners asked LRJ for advice on their relationship. Our listener's boyfriend initiated a breakup because he believes he is unable to provide the life she desires. She wants to get married, but her boyfriend doesn't want to waste her time. LRJ aims to investigate and understand the situation, offering suggestions for our listener's next steps.
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What is the boyfriend's level of readiness for marriage?
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Is it an age issue? (31F and 29M)
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Is there a difference in expectation on what the boyfriend needs to provide?
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Is the reasoning BS or just an excuse?
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Your partner is considered your other half, but how much are you supposed to share with them? Should you share your bank account details and passwords with your partner, or should you keep your phone password hidden from your partner indefinitely? There seems to be boundaries when it comes to privacy and transparency. In this episode, LRJ attempts to find where those boundaries lie.
Questions asked:
- What should you share?
○ Phone password
○ Bank Account
○ Keys
○ Toothbrush
Should you tell your partner that you've vented to your friends about your relationship with them?
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The term "Body Count" in relationships refers to the number of people someone has slept with, and people often ask this question to other people and even their partner when they get to know them. Would you rather your partner have fewer partners in the past or more partners in the past? And is it important to know about the person's past in terms of their relationships? In this episode, we bring in Pam and her friend Phyllis to dive deep into this topic.
- Questions asked:
○ What is too few and what is too many, and why?
○ What determines if a relationship counts as a serious relationship and not a fling?
○ What would you do if your partner asked you to get checked for STDs?
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The term "Body Count" in relationships refers to the number of people someone has slept with, and people often ask this question to other people and even their partner when they get to know them. Would you rather your partner have fewer partners in the past or more partners in the past? And is it important to know about the person's past in terms of their relationships? In this episode, we bring in Pam and her friend Phyllis to dive deep into this topic.
- Questions asked:
○ What is too few and what is too many, and why?
○ What determines if a relationship counts as a serious relationship and not a fling?
○ What would you do if your partner asked you to get checked for STDs?
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收兵 (Sau1 Bing1) literally means "collect soldiers" and is a term used in Hong Kong to describe someone (usually a girl) who has guys doing all kinds of things in order pursue the girl in hopes of a relationship or maybe just to get in bed with her. Usually guys would buy gifts, offer rides, buy food, and even help fix devices/appliances for the girl. In this episode, we invite Kerry to discuss why and how Hong Kong girls would 收兵.- Questions asked○ What do guys usually do when they are 兵s?○ How does this type of relationship start?○ Why would the girl or the guy continue this kind of relationship?- Reference○ https://www.hk01.com/%E9%96%8B%E7%BD%90/624654/%E5%8E%9F%E4%BE%86%E6%88%91%E5%9D%90%E5%BE%8C%E5%82%99%E5%BA%A7-10%E4%BB%B6%E5%A5%B3%E7%A5%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%85%B5%E5%BF%85%E6%90%B5%E4%BD%A0%E5%81%9A%E7%9A%84%E4%BA%8B-%E5%A4%9A%E9%81%8E%E4%B8%80%E5%8D%8A%E8%82%AF%E5%AE%9A%E5%86%87%E6%A9%9F%E6%9C%83- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill
Engaging in ongoing conversations with your romantic partner about finances is an endless conversation. How do you navigate everyday expenses such as rent, groceries, dining out, and travel costs? Moreover, how do you handle major financial matters such as joint bank accounts, downpayments, mortgages, and raising children? Additionally, are there alternative ways to contribute to the relationship beyond financial means? In this episode, we welcome back our special guest, Steven, to discuss this topic.
- Questions Asked:
○ How do you split your income between you and your partner? 50/50? Proportionally?
○ What are your goals and how did that affect your financial plan for the future?
○ If your partner wanted to use up all your savings to find themselves and travel (with you, of course), would you do it?
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Hong Kong and Australia are very different in terms of culture from lifestyle, work-life balance, and especially in dating. So what is it like to live and date in Hong Kong vs Australia? Is life better in Australia because work-life balance is better or is life better in Hong Kong because it is a lot easier to meet people? We talk with our guest, Tim (accountant by day, raver by night) to ask about his experiences in these two different cultures.
- Questions Asked:
○ How are the dating prospects in HK vs AU?
○ What was the worst catfish that you've experienced?
○ What kind of dates do you usually go on?
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In this thought-provoking episode, LRJ delves into a fascinating phenomenon happening in China's parks. Discover a unique tradition where parents seek potential partners for their children, driven by concerns about their future marriage prospects. Why do these parents engage in this practice? What are the reasons behind their worries about their children's ability to find a suitable spouse?
Would you be comfortable if your parents took such an active role in your love life? Moreover, would you consider adopting this approach for your own children? In this episode, LRJ dives deep into the complexities of this cultural practice.
Questions asked:
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Why do these parents engage in this practice?
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What are the reasons behind the parents' worries about their children's ability to find spouses?
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Would you do this for your children?
Reference:
https://youtu.be/91x5nFVZsWo?si=yc-6ZrO686sc3oZH
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Corporal or physical punishment is very common in Asian households by parents to discipline their children. However in Western culture, any physical pain or discomfort on the child by the parent is unheard of. In this episode, LRJ talks with Ayon, Quinson and Anson on their experiences being physically punished by their Asian parents and how they feel about their experiences afterwards.
Questions Asked:
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How do you feel about physical punishment as a form of discipline?
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Would you beat your own children?
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Do you feel any resentment towards your parents?
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LRJ welcomes back one of our favourite guests - Eric T, to talk about his experiences dating in his 30s. Many people on the internet nowadays comment on how bad dating is at the moment. Some of the issues include, ghosting, differing commitment levels, catfishing and more. In this episode, LRJ dives deep with Eric on these topics to understand more on how dating is like in the current landscape.
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What is dating in your 30s like?
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What is too much (too foward) when you are going after someone?
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What do you do when you are ghosted?
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What is considered too much/too little commitment on first dates?
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Coffee date too little? Dinner date too much?
Markham, Canada Dating Events:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/d/canada--markham/dating/
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There have been relationships that have ended because someone or both parties feel that they are "too comfortable" in the relationship. In this article by marriage.com, Rachael Pace (Expert Blogger lol) explains that being too comfortable in a relationship means feeling at ease with your partner without the desire for change or improvement. Have you ever been "too comfortable in a relationship?" LRJ dives into the article's 30 points on what might be considered "too comfortable" and what we feel is too comfortable or not.
Discussion points on what is too comfortable:
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Dating is a thing of the past
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You feel they can't share anything you don't know already
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Sex has become a routine
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You don't commit to the moment
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Saying "I love you" routinely
References:
https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/signs-you-are-getting-too-comfortable-in-a-relationship
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In a recent SCMP article, divorce rates are increasing in Hong Kong, where 1 out of 3 people are getting divorced, and remarriages have tripled since 1991. LRJ sheds light on the shifting attitudes towards family, emphasizing the need for couples to receive necessary tools and guidance to navigate the complexities of relationships and marriage.
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Why are people getting divorced?
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Are poor people more likely to be divorced or wealthy people?
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Is getting a divorce a bad thing? Or is it a start of a new beginning?
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Would you get a divorce if your partner cheated on you?
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Would you be with someone who has a kid?
References:
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3229912/what-about-kids-hong-kongs-high-divorce-and-remarriage-numbers-reveal-changing-attitudes-family
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https://www.ceibs.edu/new-papers-columns/20503
https://govisafree.com/divorce-rates-by-country/
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On the 29th of June 2023 the Supreme Court of the United States ruled Affirmative Action unconstitutional to end race-conscious admissions. In top universities, they have been pushing for racial diversity on campus to increase the number of African American and Hispanics, but now that number will decrease after the Supreme Court decision. LRJ goes into this topic to discuss our opinions and whether we support affirmative action or not.
- Questions Asked:
○ Is affirmative action such a bad thing?
○ What are the benefits of having affirmative action?
○ Why not give minorities a chance by lowering the bar?
- References:
https://www.aei.org/op-eds/is-it-time-to-replace-race-with-class-in-affirmative-action/
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Have you ever experienced a couple in Hong Kong getting a bit more intimate than you feel comfortable with in public? In this episode, LRJ dives into the strange topic of public display of affection (PDA) in Hong Kong and explore how it differs from various cultural perspectives.
- Questions Asked:
○ Should any PDA be allowed? What are the limits?
○ What is the max level PDA that you would do and accept?
○ What are the differences between Western Countries and Hong Kong?
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Modern era dating has become quite complicated where you have to know how to play the game. In this episode, we talk with Christina whom we have met through our friends from Dragonboat (Tina from LRJ episode 7). We talk with Christina about various topics about dating: online dating, dating preferences, ghosting, and etc.
Questions Asked:
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How did you get into Dragonboating?
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How is it using dating apps in Sydney, Australia?
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Is it a red flag to date someone with no dating experience?
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Is it normal for guys to delay their messages after the date?
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Why do people ghost others in the dating scene?
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When it comes to searching for a life partner, our preferences and types can vary. But how does it differ when we're seeking someone to marry? In this episode, LRJ delves into the qualities we look for in a spouse and explores the importance of non-negotiables. Join us as we navigate the intricacies of finding a lifelong partner.
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What criteria you have in a spouse?
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What are your non-negotiables?
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Is there a minimum timeframe before you get married?
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Does religion matter when it comes to marriage?
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Taking a break from deep diving into relationship questions, LRJ asks each other some "light-hearted" topics (some also about relationships) to get to know each other a bit more.
Questions Asked:
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What is your go-to break-up song?
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Should you tell your partner that they’ve gained weight?
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Have you ever had a crush on a cartoon character or celebrity?
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Do you think "once a cheater, always a cheater"?
*LRJ has been selected as one of the top 80 podcasts in Hong Kong, ranking #30. Check it out! https://blog.feedspot.com/hong_kong_podcasts/
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Going through a heartbreak or break-up is a universal experience, and everyone copes with it differently. In this podcast, LRJ explores their personal journey of healing from break-ups, sharing what strategies worked and what didn't. Join LRJ as they delve into the various ways people navigate through heartbreak, offering insights and valuable lessons along the way.
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What are the common ways people get over their exes?
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What is the worst part of going through a break-up?
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Would you continue going to places that remind you of your ex?
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Many people long to hear the three special words "I love you" from their loved ones, especially those they are romantically involved with. In this episode, LRJ discusses the significance and timing of expressing love.
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When do you say "I love you"?
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Is there a difference between "I love you" and "love you"?
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Does saying "I love you" so often lower the value behind it?
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Is there such thing as too soon to say "I love you"?
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LRJ is taking a break from the relationship topics to talk about the benefits and risks of using saunas and steam rooms. Jon and Ryan dive deeper into the topic to share their experiences and thoughts on heat exposure therapy and why they do it.
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Where did saunas originate from
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Why do we feel good after using the sauna
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Benefits of using saunas
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Dangers of using saunas
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Who shouldn't use saunas
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, LRJ explores how mental health issues impact relationships and how it can influence communication patterns, intimacy, and overall relationship well-being.
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How would you feel if you dated someone with a mental illness?
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How would you deal with your partner if they developed a mental illness?
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Would you stay with your partner if it affects your own mental health?
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What are some common causes for bad mental health?
References:
https://fherehab.com/learning/toxic-relationship-mental-health
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4664582/
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There's always societal pressure for people to get married, whether it's from your family, friends, and/or strangers. But nowadays it seems as if the sentiment towards marriage has changed and people start to question it. So why do people want to get married? How do you know this person is even the one you want to spend the rest of your life with? And how do you communicate with your other half on where to put the sponge? As David Thuan has been married for 4 years now, LRJ discusses with him on these questions to know a bit more about marriage life.
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Breaking up with someone is always a difficult conversation to have, but how do you know when to break up with someone? Is it still possible to save the relationship even when you feel like you should break up? How much effort should you put into the relationship before you call it quits? And if you do end up breaking up with someone, how would you do it?
References from the episode:
Predicting marital stability and divorce in newlywed couples - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10740681/
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Social media is part of everyone's lives and everyone knows the negative effects it has on people's lives, but what role does it have in a relationship? Does it only create envy/jealousy and promote stalking? Or is it a good way to know more about your love interest or officially establish a relationship? LRJ looks to answer these questions and we also did some research!
References from the episode: :
From #RelationshipGoals to #Heartbreak – We use Instagram differently in various romantic relationship statuses - https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12144-020-01187-0
Is Social Media PDA a Sign of Happiness or Overcompensation? - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/close-encounters/201811/is-social-media-pda-sign-happiness-or-overcompensation
Exploring the Effects of Social Media on Marriages in Northern Ghana - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10089692/
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Leslie just got back from her trip to Paris and she was left traumatized. From getting followed in the metro to living in the sketchiest place in Paris, Leslie shares her experience of visiting the "most romantic city in the world" for the first time.- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/- Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com- Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill
Jon has lost many phones and things in the past couple of years, but this time he found it back again! Listen to this episode to see how he got his phone back and some tips if something like this were to happen to you.
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With more people talking/getting into casual dating these days, is this a good thing or a bad thing? What are the pros and cons of getting into a casual relationship? And what does a casual relationship even mean? LRJ discusses with Steven (Leslie boyfriend!!) to answer these questions.
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It's been awhile since LRJ has done an update and it's about time to update you guys on what is currently going on with our lives. Make sure to listen all the way to the end, we promise its an update you've all been waiting for!
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People have been throwing out the commonly heard rule of "don't sleep with someone on the first date" or "only sleep with them after three dates" but why do people say these things and do the reasons make sense? What about how quick you should move in with someone after meeting them? Is there a set time frame in order to get to these important stages in a relationship? LRJ goes into these topics to discuss what we think.
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Another fun episode of "Would you Rather...", the slightly raunchier version...
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Most of us want to find that one person to be with, to spend time with, and to experience life with - but how do you find the "One" and what makes you realize that that person is the "One"? LRJ brings on a special guest Stefan Chu, who just proposed to his now fiancée, to help us answer this question.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopment disorders of childhood. Correctly identifying this disorder in children and setting them up with the tools to navigate relationships, work, family, etc. will allow them to be successful in life. In this episode, LRJ talks with J St. Clair Barlow about ADHD and his Life Coaching lessons on how to deal with this disorder. Link to his life coaching website: https://honeybadgerlifecoaching.com/
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The 5 love languages is something that was first proposed by Gary Chapman in 1992 where he says that each person has different preferences of expressing and receiving love. What is your preferred love language? In this episode, we invite Leslie's friend Eric to discuss with us our 5 love languages, what they mean, and guess which one is our preferred love language.
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Ryan shares his terrible experience with another company, Leselle florist in Hong Kong. This company scammed him of valentine's flowers for his girlfriend, promising him that they will deliver his flowers the day of valentine's and when the time came, they completely ignored him. Turns out valentine's day is a "business scam" for Ryan.
Note to the audience - don't order flowers from https://www.leselle-florist.com/
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What is the purpose of valentine's day? Is it a special day for two people to share their love together or is it just a business scam or is it just societal pressure? In this episode, LRJ discusses what they do on this day and share their stories on how they have celebrated this day in the past.
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Would you cockblock your friend if you caught them cheating? Does it matter whether you know your friends' significant other or not? Now what if you were really good friends with both sides, and one of them tells you not to tell their partner. You're stuck in the middle, what would you do in that situation?
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Leslie updates us with her life back in Canada, 10 days in. Tune in to find out how she's adjusting to life there - whether it's about her daily, social, or dating life. Will she stay there, or move back to HK?- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/- Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com- Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill
After all his travels and parties, Jon finally succumbed to Covid. In this episode, LRJ share their experiences with Covid and their thoughts about how different countries have different rules for Covid. This episode was recorded on 21st December 2022
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Ryan shares his terrible experience with the airline Finnair on his trip back from London to Hong Kong. Expecting a business class experience on their long flight back home, Ryan and his gf were downgraded to economy class without notice. On top of that, Finnair's customer service in handling the situation was subpar. What would you do in this situation?
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The dreaded day has arrived where our good friend and podcast mate, Leslie will be leaving Hong Kong for good to move back to Canada. In this episode, we talk with her the day before her flight on what her emotions are, her plans, and what she will miss most when she moves back.
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LRJ discusses about their dating preferences and how it has changed since their twenties. As they're getting older, and more experienced with dating, they should know what they're looking for in a partner. Or so they think?
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The bystander effect is a social theory that says people are less likely to help victims in need when there are people present. Many of us have experienced this in Hong Kong and in other countries. In this episode, LRJ discusses with Ruben on many related topics like people suing others for helping, the Good Samaritan law, learning CPR before getting your driver's license, and what to do in hypothetical situations.
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We welcome Mel back to the LRJ Podcast & Chill to talk about Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in the work place. Mel has been working in the D&I space to help others become more educated in this field. LRJ discusses with her on how this is implemented for companies/institutions in terms of recruitment, workspace environment, and education.
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We talk with our friend Christopher about his vast life experience growing up in the UK, working at Google, comparing Hong Kong and International companies, getting his house built in Hong Kong, and how to watch out for Triad owned village areas.
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From a reddit post in dating_advice, "As a man, do you ever give late replies so you don't seem obsessed with her, even though you actually are?" - It seems quite common for people to feel this way. Some would give late replies because they are worried they'll come off too strong, but some would reply instantly to let their crush know they like them or else their crush might lose interest. What would you do?
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Meeting your girlfriend/boyfriend's parents is one of the most stressful things you do when you're in a relationship, and things can go wrong if one party doesn't like the other. In order to make sure the meet goes well, when is the right time to meet the parents and what would you need to do to make sure both parties like each other?
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Break ups are difficult for everyone, and they can leave both you and your ex with feelings of hatred, sadness, and/or resentment. Is there a chance for people to become friends again with their ex? LRJ looks into this topic to see if or when this is possible.
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Would you go back to your hometown after moving to Hong Kong? We talk with our Canadian Born Chinese (CBC) friend on her experience coming back to Hong Kong and what cultural differences she has noticed during her time here.
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In California, a new law has passed where employers need to put up salary ranges for their job posts. What social impact would this have on people and how they discuss and negotiate salaries? What if this law happens in Hong Kong? LRJ shares what they think.
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What if your date checks all your boxes, but is too clingy? Would you still date them or will that be a deal breaker? In this episode, the LRJ crew dives deep into this topic to figure it out.
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In order to be a winner, what attitude or mindset does one need to have? We ask for some insights from our friend Melvin - who has competed in basketball, tennis, and dragon boat tournaments as well as completed the gruelling 24-hour Spartan Race.
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LRJ all grew up in Chinese families, but how different were they brought up? In the Chinese culture, parents/elders think they're always right. Very rarely you would hear them apologize for something they did. Is that the case in your family? Has your upbringing affected who you are today as a person? What would you do if your parents disapprove/dislike your partner and you're stuck in the middle?
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A fun episode with LRJ! Get to know us a little better with a few rounds of "Would you Rather"! What would you choose if you were asked to pick one or the other?
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We welcome another two expat friends to join today's Podcast & Chill episode - CJ and Ami. They cover a lot about the party scene and dating life in HK as an American and Canadian expat.
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Have you ever felt lost before university, and more so after having to look for a job? Wanted to stay in school for longer because you didn't want to face reality just yet? You're not alone! We invited our local friend, Eric, to share with us his journey on finding his current career after many twists and turns.
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More Hong Kongers say no thanks to marriage and babies. We invited our local friend Erica to share her perspective and opinions on this trending topic. Is it true - no money no love in HK?
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What do you expect on your first dates? How do you know there's a second? Can you stay just friends if things don't work out? Would you sleep with them on the first date? We go over some of these popular questions in this episode!
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Swipe, swipe, swipe! Did your dates go well or not? We share some of our personal stories from the apps.
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This week's episode features another guest - Mel! She shares with us her faith in Christianity.
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We talk about this tough question - whether you would ever consider dating your best friend. Is it worth the risk? Let us know what you would do!
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We welcome our guest Tina, another fellow expat from Sydney, Australia - we talk about our journey on discovering our self-identity as expats living in Hong Kong.
Jon shares about his quarantine experience after coming back to HK and Leslie shares more about her traumatising experience at Penny Bay.
Yup, Jon is still in Thailand. Tune in to hear all about his adventures, including him feasting on different bugs.
Tune in to hear about Leslie's quarantine experience at Penny Bay. Oh and how the Covid situation is like in America, Thailand, and Hong Kong right now.