Hey everyone! Welcome to a special episode of Compassion Fatigue!  Today we have a jam packed episode. We start by discussing the disgusting, disappointing verdict of the Louisville grand jury on Breonna Taylor's murder. We then pay our respect to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a legend and hero.  Then we celebrate Compassion Fatigue's 1st (kinda) Birthday~ Yay!! Thank you for watching and enjoying our content. Elise and Emily then announce some changes and shifts coming your way!  Come join us and let us know what you think!

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43: Breonna Taylor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, We're 1 year old, & Transitions

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Compassion Fatigue!  ~*~ PSA: It has been 27 weeks since Breonna Taylor's murder!!! Still no arrests...~*~   Today, Elise and Emily share their unpopular opinion. From pineapples on pizza, to Hamilton, Harry Potter movies, and even BTS.  Join us and see if you agree... or disagree!

42: Our Unpopular Opinions

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Compassion Fatigue!  ~*~ PSA: It has been 26 weeks since Breonna Taylor's murder!!! Offically half a year with no arrests...~*~   Today, Elise and Emily share some happy news from around the world. First, we give you an update on the NYC grandma burning case. Two suspects have been arrested for the case. We then talk about Asian American representation in media growing, with Sony's announcement of producing Silk for Amazon Prime. We then celebrate Kyoto's new law upholding same-sex partnerships in its municipality. Lastly, we highlight Naomi Osaka as our Apreci-Asian of the week. She is an amazing athlete and also has been moving the BLM movement forward with custom masks she wears to her matches! Go queen!  Let us know what you thought about the happy news this week and if you have any more happy news to share with us!

1: Happy News! Update on NYC Grandma Burning Case, Silk/Spiderman, Kyoto, & Naomi Osaka

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of WTF Are You Doing?!  ~*~ PSA: It has been 25 weeks since Breonna Taylor's murder!!! ~*~   This time we tackle the infuriating topic of Blackfishing and Race/Racial Appropriation.  Elise and Emily start by talking about Rachel Dolezal and Jessica Krug. They touch on how cultural appropriation has also played a large role in allowing for these atrocious behaviors. Also, they discuss how Asian/Asian Americans have also been targeted in similar ways. They note the difference between appreciation and wrongful appropriation.  Join us in this heated discussion and let us know what you think about this subject!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

WAYD 12: Blackfishing & Racial Appropriation

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of Compassion Fatigue.  Reminder for those in the back. It has been 24 weeks since Breonna Taylor's murder and we still do not have arrests.  On top of this, this week Emily and Elise discuss Jacob Blake's shooting and the ridiculous response from the Kenosha police. Elise and Emily then talk about the supreme court win that protects the right of students in schools to use the bathroom that aligns with their gender identity! Also, Kellyanne Conway has resigned, leaving Trump without a press advisor again.  Lastly, we highlight Flossie Wong-Staal for our Apreci-Asian of the week!  Comment, like, & subscribe!

40: Jacob Blake, Transgender Bathroom Win, Kellyanne Conway Resigns, & Flossie Wong-Staal

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Compassion Fatigue. We start this week with a reminder that it has been 24 weeks since Breonna Taylor's murder.   Elise and Emily also discuss the current Israeli/Palestinien conflict that has received no media coverage in the US or the West. Also, we discuss the poor quality of quarantine food that colleges and universities have been providing for their students. NYPD's new Asian Hate Crime Taskforce and its over due need is then talked about. And we wrap up by highlighting a likely voice in causing that change, China Mac for our ApreciAsian of the week!   Like, comment, & subscribe!

39: Israel/Palestine, College Quarantine Food, NYPD, & China Mac

Welcome back to Compassion Fatigue!  In this crazy week, Elise and Emily tackle a handful of stories from around the world.   First, they talk about Kamala Harris's appointment as running mate of Joe Biden.  Second, Elise and Emily talk about South Korea's monsoon sorrows. Third, Disney's 'shady' release of Mulan is discused. And lastly, for this week's Apreci-Asian, Jo Kwon is highlighted in all their glory!  Let us know what you think!   Like, comment & subscribe!

38: Kamala Harris, South Korea is Flooding, Mulan, & Jo Kwon

Welcome back to Compassion Fatigue.  This time Elise and Emily discuss the recent explosion in Beirut, Lebanon. They discuss the tragedy and the hopeful international collaboration and help that may have a positive impact. Also, in this week's Appreci-Asian, we celebrate Joe Chew, a Chinese American WWII veteran!  Like, comment, & subscribe!  Photo Credit: Joe Chew - CBS Sacramento  Donations: Lebanon Red Cross - https://supportlrc.app/donate/donate....Chance Association - https://chanceassociation.org/donateFood for Disaster Victims of Beirut, via Jobs for Lebanon - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-feed-... Google also has an "easy" donate option if you search "Donate Beirut"!

37: Explosion in Beirut & Joe Chew

Hey you guys! Welcome to another time of angry ranting on WTF are you doing?!  This time Elise and Emily discuss the newest instagram trend of #challengeaccepted and the blind following of many people. Also, they talk about the passing of Herman Cain and Texas Representative Louie Gohmert testing positive for COVID-19.  Be angry and rant along with us!!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

WAYD 11: Stop being sheeple & stop denying COVID already!

Hello everyone! Welcome to another episdoe of Compassion Fatigue! Kanye West has been in the news this week for his struggles with mental health. And with more questions being posed about mental health, specifically Bipolar Disorder, this week Elise and Emily roll up their sleeves and dive in. Join us as we talk about what bipolar disorder is, the different subsets/types, the characteristics, and misunderstandings/stigmas the public may have about this condition.

36: What is Bipolar Disorder (i.e., Kanye needs our understanding)

Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of Compassion Fatigue! This week Elise and Emily discuss some local Georgia news, starting with the crazy story of Governor Brian Kemp suing Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms over her Mask Mandate in Atlanta. We go on to talk about the various plans schools have adopted to open back up in the Fall. And lastly, we celebrate our Apreci-Asian of the week, Peter Tsai, the inventor of the N95 mask filter!! Come join us as we despair but also find hope during these dark times!  Like, Comment, Subscribe!

35: Suing over a Mask Mandate, Back to School?, & Peter Tsai!

Hi! This week Elise and Emily discuss 2 bad and 2 good stories! First, Emily and Elise discuss the new ICE changes/stance on international students attending universities that will be all online. Then, they delve into the dark story of a South Korean man and the USA's bid to extradite him.  Then we highlight Phillipa Soo & Monoma Tamaka, two amazing Asian American/Canadian queens representing in the media!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

34: International Students, S.Korea rejects extradition, Phillipa Soo, & Momona Tamaka

Welcome to another episode of WTF are you doing?! This time, Elise and Emily discuss the need to cancel the USA. We talk about our disappointment with the governmnet leaders in the USA, as well as the disappointment of other citizens, such as "Karens". Emily and Elise then talk about the small things that have pushed them over the edge because their fuses are shorter from the dumpster fire the world has become.  Come join us as we get fired up!  Like, Comment, Subscribe!

WAYD 10: Cancel the USA

Hey everyone!  This week Elise interviews Emily about School Psychology. What do school psychologists do? And why did Emily choose this career?  Find out in this episode!  Like, comment, & subscribe!

33: All about school psychology!

Hi everyone! We are back this week with some uplifting news!  Elise and Emily discuss the initiative by Academics for Black Wellness and Survival Week, and how to engage in change within systems. Also, we talk about Somerset Island Prep's unique Jet Ski Graduation. We then highlight Anmol Narang, the first observant Sikh graduate from West Point Academy!!  Join us in sharing some good news!  Comment, like, & subscribe!!

32: Good News! Academics for BLM; Jet Ski Graduation; & Anmol Narang

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