First Gen Failures

Aileen and Trisha

Two immigrant daughters attempt to detangle everything from global social injustice to the insatiable expectations of foreign parents in this weekly conversation. Instagram: @firstgenfailures

  1. The Comprehensive Guide to College Applications - First Gen Failures

    06/22/2021

    The Comprehensive Guide to College Applications - First Gen Failures

    As two recent high school graduates attending UF and Brown this fall, we decided to put our minds together to create this comprehensive guide to college applications for the rising seniors that will be applying to colleges this next school year. We address activities, essays, rec letters, and so much more. If you have any more questions, please do contact us on our Instagram @FirstGenFailures and we'll be sure to get back to you. Enjoy!

    27 min
  2. Stories of Internalized Racism and Discrimination - A conversation with our friends Bianca and Armani

    01/29/2021

    Stories of Internalized Racism and Discrimination - A conversation with our friends Bianca and Armani

    Internalized racism is a rampant issue within black and minority communities. Today, we brought on our friends Bianca and Armani to hear their stories and experiences with internalized racism in regards to everything from their hair, their voices, the languages they speak and even the sports they play. Enjoy! Follow us on instagram: @firstgenfailures

    31 min
  3. Impeachment Talks w/ Mr. Mackay

    01/15/2021

    Impeachment Talks w/ Mr. Mackay

    The recent impeachment and potential conviction of President Trump following the Capitol's historic insurrection last week has sparked numerous questions of the future. We tackle these and more with our beloved APUSH teacher and friend Mr. Mackay. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram! instagram.com/firstgenfailures

    17 min
  4. Waiting for College Decisions - The January to March madness and how to cope with it

    01/08/2021

    Waiting for College Decisions - The January to March madness and how to cope with it

    As the new year swings by, so do all the college application deadlines. High school seniors everywhere are now left with a 3-month long insufferable period of anxiety and self-doubt in the face of a quickly approaching college decision season. In this episode, we tackle how to deal with this turbulent time with our good friend Kelsey. Enjoy!

    23 min
  5. "New Years Resolutions" - The issue with believing in a the "new you" each year

    01/01/2021

    "New Years Resolutions" - The issue with believing in a the "new you" each year

    Today, we discuss the pitfalls of the good old "new years resolution", ways to make goals that last, and look back on some of the good things that happened during the wreck that was 2020.  Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/firstgenfailures

    10 min
  6. The Death Penalty Debate - Can the government legally and morally take the lives of citizens?

    12/26/2020

    The Death Penalty Debate - Can the government legally and morally take the lives of citizens?

    The recent execution of Brandon Bernard has re-sparked an age-old conversation on the validity of capital punishment in America. The US is one of the only remaining developed countries that has not abolished the death penalty as a form of punishment. Should the government be allowed to execute its own people within the justice system in place today? Thank you Miriam for joining us on this episode! We love you! Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/firstgenfailures

    29 min
  7. Enjoying winter break amidst a pandemic - How you can responsibly take a much needed break

    12/18/2020

    Enjoying winter break amidst a pandemic - How you can responsibly take a much needed break

    How can we celebrate the holidays and continue to enjoy our winter breaks responsibly in the middle of a global pandemic? In this episode, we give you some ideas for how to maximize your winter break for the better. Follow us on Instagram! instagram.com/firstgenfailures Mentioned in this episode: https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/10/politics/brandon-bernard-executed/index.html

    16 min
  8. Online School vs Brick-and-Mortar: A reflection on our experiences and future plans

    12/11/2020

    Online School vs Brick-and-Mortar: A reflection on our experiences and future plans

    As seniors that have experienced 3 quarters of remote learning, we reflect on the pros and cons of our experiences in comparison to brick-and-mortar schooling. Does sleeping in outweigh the boredom of online school? Follow us on Instagram! instagram.com/firstgenfailures Mentioned in this episode: https://time.com/5918967/india-farmer-protests/

    29 min
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Two immigrant daughters attempt to detangle everything from global social injustice to the insatiable expectations of foreign parents in this weekly conversation. Instagram: @firstgenfailures

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  • Creator
    Aileen and Trisha
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Aileen and Trisha
  • Show Website
    First Gen Failures