Compassion Fatigue

Elise and Emily

Thoughts, opinions, and commentary on pop culture and the world from two sassy Asian American women.

55 Episodes

43: Breonna Taylor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, We're 1 year old, & Transitions
9/28/2020
29:00
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!
42: Our Unpopular Opinions
9/23/2020
24:27
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!
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41: Happy News! Update on NYC Grandma Burning Case, Silk/Spiderman, Kyoto, & Naomi Osaka
9/15/2020
14:59
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!
WAYD 12: Blackfishing & Racial Appropriation
9/7/2020
28:02
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!
40: Jacob Blake, Transgender Bathroom Win, Kellyanne Conway Resigns, & Flossie Wong-Staal
9/1/2020
22:10
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!
39: Israel/Palestine, College Quarantine Food, NYPD, & China Mac
8/23/2020
20:22
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!
38: Kamala Harris, South Korea is Flooding, Mulan, & Jo Kwon
8/23/2020
19:53
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!
37: Explosion in Beirut & Joe Chew
8/15/2020
22:48
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"!
WAYD 11: Stop being sheeple & stop denying COVID already!
8/2/2020
22:59
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!
36: What is Bipolar Disorder (i.e., Kanye needs our understanding)
7/26/2020
25:12
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.

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Compassion Fatigue

Elise and Emily

55 Episodes

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

42: Our Unpopular Opinions

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

WAYD 12: Blackfishing & Racial Appropriation

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

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

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

37: Explosion in Beirut & Joe Chew

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

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