In today’s video, we’re exploring some unique and controversial practices in East Asia: Japan’s use of “mosquito noise”—a high-frequency sound only teens can hear—to keep young people from loitering, South Korea’s high dating standards that emphasize family and career status, the influence of powerful chaebol families that shape expectations for marriage and social success, and the gender bias in Japanese medical schools, where women’s entrance scores were manipulated despite their qualifications. Join us as we dive into what these practices reveal about societal norms and values across the region!

​​To clarify at the 16-minute mark, I meant a Western Asian country influenced by Western values and focused on cooperation—not defined strictly by geographic location.

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🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻 Ever wondered if there's more to life after death? Join Brandon and Jess as they dive into the eerie unknown—do you believe in ghosts, spirits, or an afterlife? They get deep about what they want for their own burial plans, exploring whether cemeteries are truly a respectful way to honor the departed or if they raise ethical questions about land use and permanence. Are we all secretly craving a lasting legacy, or is the idea of "forever" too much to handle?

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Jess and Brandon kick off this episode by diving into something light—fortune cookies! They share their fortunes and some laughs before Brandon takes us on a wild ride with his recent airplane experience. The conversation quickly escalates as Brandon opens up about his crazy trip to Japan, where he got attacked, pissed on (yes, really!), and struggled to find clothes in his size. They chat about the ups and downs of travel, from Brandon’s grievances with cleaning fees when we have to clean up ourselves to his love for luggage lockers. Things take a turn when Brandon talks about his Tokyo hotel disaster—black mold, athlete’s foot, and all. He also shares how he managed to roll both of his ankles, try real sushi for the first time, make his own chopsticks, and even get chased by giant Asian hornets. It's a chaotic, hilarious, and unforgettable travel story that you don't want to miss!

By the way, a quick heads-up—next week's episode is going to be a little different. Since it's Halloween, we'll be dropping the episode on Thursday instead of our usual Wednesday slot. Get ready for a spooky surprise—it's going to be a creepy one!

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