Podcasts by Dear Society

UC Application Personal Insight Questions from 2021-04-23T05:54:22

Get a paper and pencil ready (or your laptop)! We dig deep into how to answer each of the personal insight questions of the UC Application. We discuss ways in which you can stand out to the admi...

Stop Asian American Hate. from 2021-04-05T21:35:57

With the current rise in hate crimes towards Asian Americans, we'd like to have a conversation about racism in general towards the AAPI community with regards to COVID-19, as well as ways you ca...

Dog Owner 101 from 2021-03-23T18:08:08

Are you a dog owner like Alena? Or a prospective dog owner like Sureen? In this episode, Sureen interviews Alena about all the responsibilities that come with being a dog owner and recommendatio...

Imposter Syndrome from 2021-03-15T15:00

Listen as we discuss one of the most prominent issues we face in terms of self-confidence and self-worth: the infamous Imposter Syndrome. We'll be going over some examples in our own lives, as w...

Women's Day from 2021-03-08T13:00

Today is International Women's Day! Celebrate by listening to our discussion of women's achievements, struggles that women still face today, the history behind International Women's Day, the mea...

AP Exams 2021 from 2021-03-01T07:28:10

We will be going over when and how the 2021 AP Exams will be administered this year. We also discuss the pros and cons of the 2021 format. We then dive into how to study for different types of A...

Procrastination? Where'd My Time Go? from 2021-02-27T04:44:20

Let's face it, procrastination is a time management issue that we all have faced at some point in our lives. But there are many ways for us to improve our own time management skills and maintain...

Effective Study Tips from 2021-02-24T03:09:12

We will be discussing our tips on how to study more effectively. We will be covering strategies for homework, tests (Sureen's flashcard method!), study guides, note-taking (why we don't like Cor...

Gen Z Kids from 2021-02-02T07:13:35

We'll be comparing two types of Gen Z kids: 2000s kids and 2010s kids!

If you are 2000s kid like us, then be ready for some of the best throwbacks- projector screens, Papa's Freezeria, Si...

Only Child VS Oldest Child from 2021-01-24T06:35:26

We want to talk about the similarities and differences between an only child and oldest child. We dive into how each group develops a different personality and what are the pros and cons of each...

College Application Tips from 2021-01-16T05:44:25

We know that most of you can google common questions like, "What's the difference between early decision and restrictive early action?" 

That's why we want to give you all deeper lev...

Soul from 2021-01-06T23:00

We will be discussing our favorite scenes and lessons we learned in our review of the Pixar movie Soul! From developing personalities to finding life's purpose, this movie does a wonderful job o...

Welcome to Season 2 from 2021-01-06T22:07:55

Thank you so much for continuing to support our podcast! We hope you enjoy our future episodes!

2020 Wrapped from 2021-01-01T05:57:59

We will be talking about why we don't believe in New Year's resolutions and what to do instead. We'll also be wrapping up 2020 by sharing our favorite memories and lessons. We hope you all have ...

Oatmeal and Board Games from 2020-12-25T07:02:04

Comparing the West & East coast, we'll be sharing our favorite winter break traditions and experiences. Oatmeal, skiing, board games, and much more! Also, we'll be spreading some holiday lov...

I Stand With the Farmers from 2020-12-24T18:10:03

Amidst the growing protests in New Delhi, listen as we discuss some of our thoughts on the Farmers protests in India, as well as some ways that you can help. 

Who Am I? from 2020-12-13T17:00:19

Get to know us better by joining in on our game of Who Am I? and listen as we discuss some of our personal traits! 

Would You Rather? from 2020-12-03T23:29:35

Would you rather live without music or without TV? Give up sweets or spicy food? Teleportation or telepathy? Listen as we play a fun game of Would You Rather with some interesting questions and ...

Thankful from 2020-11-27T02:41:17

Happy Thanksgiving! Listen to some of our thoughts on Thanksgiving this year, as well as our favorite Thanksgiving traditions, foods, and memories! 

Dear Future Highschoolers... from 2020-11-19T21:41:05

Join us for a conversation about our favorite high school experiences and give some advice for incoming high school freshmen, featuring Emma, Kate, and Luke, some of Sureen's good friends! ...

Are Y'all Done Counting Yet? from 2020-11-12T02:03:16

In our post-election talk, we will be discussing some of the anxiety concerning the 2020 elections, Biden’s marketing strategy, what we hope for in the coming four years, and why we need to cont...

Vote! Vote! Vote! from 2020-11-03T23:05:27

The 2020 Presdential Election is here! Listen as we discuss some of the most pressing issues for this important election, as well as where each candidate stands on each topic. Don't forget to vo...

Trick or Treat! from 2020-10-29T03:39:01

Halloween is just around the corner! Listen as we discuss some of our favorite Halloween traditions and costumes, as well as this year's special Halloween, before talking about some of our favor...

Check Your DMs! from 2020-10-25T03:34:57

As a continuation of our last epiosde on technology, listen as we discuss some of the pros and cons of social media, as well as some of our favorite platforms to use. 

A Generation of Robots? from 2020-10-23T00:27:17

Developments of artificial intelligence, technological startups, and new robotic inventions have introduced endless possibilities for future innovations. Yet, what are some of the risks to these...

On Fire... Again! from 2020-10-08T04:32:18

The effects of climate change are seen throughout the world, whether it be extreme weather conditions, rising sea levels, or melting ice caps. Tune in to hear our thoughts about global warming, ...

Netflix and Chill? from 2020-09-29T19:50:01

Looking for something to watch during quarantine? From iconic sitcoms like The Office and Friends, to thrilling series such as Stranger Things and Breaking Bad, listen as we reflect on some of o...

On The Big Screen from 2020-09-22T00:38:11

From action films to teen dramas, classics, and more, listen as we talk about some of our favorite movies from our childhoods and in recent years. SPOILER ALERT!! This episode contains movie spo...

Yeah, We're Addicted To Ice Cream! from 2020-09-14T03:38:46

From our favorite foods from our own cultures, to our ice cream cravings, and even to debunking some myths about food, listen as we journey through different kinds of great cuisine and discuss o...

You Are Not Alone from 2020-09-07T02:51:25

In light of Suicide Prevention month, this episode will be featuring an insightful conversation about mental health. 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Natio...

Sand In My Eyes! from 2020-08-31T01:22:20

Since we can't travel during this time, we will be revisiting our memories of our favorite vacation spots. From Australia to Japan, hear us talk about our favorite attractions and share some fun...

She's Too Assertive! from 2020-08-24T03:23:49

"Women can't be successful CEOs."

"Girls aren't supposed to build things or code programs. Those are jobs for men."

"She needs to watch her attitude; she's too assertive about poli...

Your Mic Is Muted! from 2020-08-17T02:12:41

Zoom, masks, and quarantine are some words we never thought we would be saying so much this year. On today's episode, we'll be discussing the impact that the coronavirus has had on students, esp...

Do You Speak Indian? from 2020-08-09T01:51:57

Whether it be misguided questions regarding a culture's language, fallacies about personalities based on race, or even judgemental assumptions about appearance, inappropriate cultural stereotype...

Welcome! from 2020-08-03T02:24:01

Dear Society, 

Welcome to our podcast! Hosted by two rising seniors in high school, Alena and Sureen are eager to share their stories and thoughts on a variety of topics ranging from...