The Halfie Project

Being in a healthy relationship takes a lot of work but it is rewarding. Now add onto that cultural differences, language barriers, dealing with implicit biases and physical distances - now you have a lot more to work through. Both Cedric and Becky are mixed Korean, Black and White on their other sides, respectively, and give some advice they've learned from growing up in mixed homes, as well as the things they have learned while being with each other. Write in at hello@thehalfieproject.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

What makes Korean names special? Though Korean names might typically only contain three syllables, or more specifically three characters, every part of the name traditionally contains significant meaning. In this episode, we break down the three parts of a Korea name: the 성 (family name) and 이름 (given name). We talk about the most popular and least common surnames in Korea, how some ‘Korean’ last names in the West actually don’t exist in Korea in the same way, the transformation of Korea names amongst Koryo Saram in post-Soviet Union countries, why there are Korean names used in Japan, and more. Send listener mail to hello@thehalfieproject.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

At first glance, positive stereotypes seem different than negative stereotypes, but ultimately they do the same thing - strip down a full human being to the qualities or characteristics you choose to believe. Take a listen as Cedric and Becky talk about some positive stereotypes we've faced and how to deal with it. Read more at ⁠thehalfieproject.com ⁠ Send listener mail to thehalfieproject@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Do you feel like people stare at you because of how you look (and not necessarily because you’re trying to stand out)? Cedric and Becky talk about how it feels to have those extra eyes on you. Read more at ⁠thehalfieproject.com ⁠ Send listener mail to thehalfieproject@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

The Kim Sisters, the first Asian group to perform on The Ed Sullivan Show, also hold the record for most performances ever for the variety show - a whopping 22 times. The largely forgotten godmothers of K-Pop girl groups, the Kim Sisters were one of the most popular Vegas acts of the 60s. Write in to thehalfieproject@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

It's a long-ish title, we know, but essentially it says it all - if your Korean partner kidnaps your child and hides them in Korea, what can you do? We discuss three cases, two currently ongoing, how the Korean government is handling them and what you can do about the current cases of John Sichi and Jay Sung. Read more at ⁠⁠thehalfieproject.com ⁠⁠under 'Podcasts' Send listener mail to thehalfieproject@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Did you know that Marilyn Monroe visited Korea at the height of her rising power in Hollywood? Listen to why she came to Korea, what she did there and how this moment resonated. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

So you're wondering what it's like to live in the motherland? Becky and Cedric go through some expectations versus realities and how to prepare for living in Korea as a mixed Korean. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Cedric and Becky, both having immigrant mothers from Korea, know a thing or two about living in a mixed home. They talk about what might be some common experiences children of immigrants might face, particularly if one or both of your parents are Korean. Read more at thehalfieproject.com Send listener mail to thehalfieproject@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

The holidays are upon us! So eat, drink and be merry. Here's a nice throwback where Cedric and Becky walk you through all the ins and outs of drinking in Korea. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Becky and Cedric break down Korean American groups and the Korean culture that has evolved in the US. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Becky and Cedric talk about the sharp generational (and now more frequently appearing, cultural) divides that exist in the Korean society and diaspora. Follow The Halfie Project on instagram @thehalfieproject and watch our videos on youtube. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Becky and Cedric got a great listener mail about working on your accent when learning Korean. How did we do it? Tune in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

With the rising visibility of international couples, Becky and Cedric decided to talk about some of the realities that aren't so apparent on the social media trending pages. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Becky and Cedric are back! We're jumping right back into the podcast with a listener mail response. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Becky and Cedric have something important to share... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Yellow Fever, or the fetishization of Asian women, is seen regularly today and is backed up by a long history. Where did it come from, how is it perpetuated and what are the real life consequences of it playing out for Asian women in the western world? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Were you born with a blue-grey, bruise-looking spot that vanished as you became older? You may have been a baby with the Mongolian Blue Spot. What is this odd birthmark and how did it get such a name? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Korean cinema has produces incredible films, but few have caught the attention like the vengeance genre. The violence, the bleakness and the despair expressed are unique to Korean revenge films. Becky and Cedric explore the cultural and historical reasons why revenge is a dish best served Korean. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support

Cedric and Becky explore the hypothetical idea of growing up in Korea (late 80s-2000s), drawing conclusions from societal, historical and cultural observations. (Note: Maybe we are entirely off the mark. If you grew up in Korea during 1980s-2000s, we'd love to hear from you!) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfieprojectpodcast/support