A General Good Time

Lena Truong

Welcome listeners to "A General Good Time" and we hope you have one as well. Come join me as we dive into mental health, pop culture, personal and lifestyle topics, and anything and everything in between! It's honestly going to be a wild ride, but a journey I am excited to embark on together. Hosted by Lena Truong Podcast Logo: Designed by Isabelle Truong Bonus Segment Art: Designed by Sophia Qin (@sophiayqin) NEW EPISODES OUT NOW See more: https://linktr.ee/ageneralgoodtimepodcast

  1. 02/12/2023 ·  Bonus

    Ep. 21: Astrology: A Mini Exploration into Zodiac Signs

    Before anyone rolls their eyes and dismisses this, I just want to note that I’m about to piss some people off… so if you’re a Cancer or Aquarius specifically… sorry in advance! This is the episode about all things astrology (only on the surface though since we would be here forever if I got into all the details…) with some of my and YOUR spiciest takes!!! Disclaimer: None of this is actually supposed to be taken literally… (I mean if the shoe fits!!!) and it’s all for good fun! I will do a fair amount of roasting of the signs, but bias is impossible to remove so enjoy my skewed opinions with a sprinkle of honesty of course (with love too, from one chaotic Virgo)! Background Music: OneEightFour via Anchor by Spotify Sources: “12 Zodiac Signs: All You Need to Know” via Astrology.com https://www.astrology.com/zodiac-signs “What is Astrology?” via Co-Star + Cafe Astrology https://www.costarastrology.com/ + https://cafeastrology.com/

  2. 01/01/2023 ·  Bonus

    lena’s lo-fi life lessons #1: the best convos happen at 4 a.m.

    Happy New Year, my lovely listeners! I am so excited to officially announce and launch my new bonus segment aptly titled “lena’s lo-fi life lessons” where I offer my unsolicited advice and thoughts on a wide range of different topics, from unpopular opinions, my hot takes on pop culture news, and a little more introspection from me to you… Let’s take a look back at 2022 and learn why I think the best conversations take place at 4 a.m. Thank you for staying with me on this ride for me as we embark on another leg of our journey together! Background Music: Introduction Snippet: “Prague Jazz End” by ERH via https://freesound.org/people/ERH/sounds/40110/# Episode Music: “Coffee Shop” by Audio Library PH via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-0buJ-NH2Y Bonus Segment Cover Art: Designed by Sophia Qin (@sophiayqin) Following the trend of uplifting and showcasing my talented community, special thanks to Sophia Qin for designing and animating the art for this bonus segment. She is OPEN for commissions, see below for more information. Sophia is an artist and UX/UI designer based in San Francisco. Her work explores loneliness and the quiet sublime of living in the wide world. Through analog and digital processes she translates her experiences into delicate animations and multimedia artworks. She was recently named “Giphy’s Artist to Watch in 2023.” In the past, she has collaboratively exhibited work in the SFMOMA Gallery and FutureLab in Shanghai. She double majored in Art and Human-Computer Interaction at Carnegie Mellon University in 2020 with university & college honors. For all inquiries and commissions, feel free to DM her directly on Instagram (@sophiayqin) or via email at sophiaqin123@gmail.com for more formal requests. She does work in animation, illustration, and music videos, as well as creative UX design work such as interactive infographics and website design. Check out her art website (https://www.sophiaqin.art/) and design website (https://sophiayqin.com/) to see more of her brilliant work!

  3. 11/28/2022 ·  Bonus

    Ep. 20: Aphantasia: Navigating Reality without Visualizing

    Shoutout to the YouTuber, JAMIErightmeow, whose video on Aphantasia gave me the inspiration to cover today's topic! Now, you may be like me who didn't know until relatively recently that I had been dealing with this my whole life... Aphantasia is defined as the "the inability to form mental images of objects that are not present." Hence, the best way I can describe it is counting sheep... Growing up, I assumed that sheep were a metaphor and that everyone didn't actually visualize sheep in their mind, but I may have been one of the few that couldn't form an image in my mind... This episode is something that I have been meaning to explore as I have struggled my entire life with feeling creative while feeling like an 'imposter' due to my mind's lack of visual imagery. Join me as I navigate reality without visuals and how you can continue to live your best life with or without your mind's eye. Background Music: OneEightFour via Anchor by Spotify Sources: “I have APHANTASIA (and you may too...without realizing it!)” (2018) by JAMIErightmeow via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewsGmhAjjjI “What Is Aphantasia? When You Can't See Images in Your Mind” (2022) by Kendra Cherry; Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD, FAAN via Very Well Mind https://www.verywellmind.com/aphantasia-overview-4178710 Vividness of Visual Imagery Questionnaire via Aphantasia Network https://aphantasia.com/vviq/ “The Art of Aphantasia: How ‘mind blind’ artists create without being able to visualize” (2021) by Matthew MacKisack via Aphantasia Network https://aphantasia.com/the-art-of-aphantasia/

  4. 11/25/2022

    Ep. 19: Cooking & Community: Sharing Meals Together ft. Katharine

    As the holidays are approaching, it is a time for celebration, community, and most importantly, of course, all about food… With that, I had the honor of inviting my lovely friend and foodie, Katharine (@katnapsss), to share her thoughts on the intersections of food and community through a decolonial lens. Based in Oakland/Ohlone land, Katharine strives to learn more about her community and self through her art, photography, and home-cooked meals. She someday hopes to compile all her recipes into a cookbook that would be available to anyone who is struggling to create delicious, cultural meals under tight budgets. Together, we share anecdotes, histories, and legacies stemming all the way back from the meals of our ancestors to how we continue to evolve those traditions in the contemporary moment. Cover Art: Designed by our lovely guest, Katharine (@katnapsss)— thank you so much! Background Music: “beats to wfh/study/relax to | work from home vol. 1 | mr. hong mix” via YouTube by Mr. Hong (@mrhongmusic) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKMmVQHyXko This episode’s background music was brought to you by Mr. Hong (@mrhongmusic), an Asian-American musician from San Francisco, my hometown! Please make sure to check out all of Mr. Hong’s wonderful work here: https://linktr.ee/mrhongmusic I want to give a special thank you again to Katharine for being an honorary guest and sharing her knowledge with us. You can find her on Instagram and Tik Tok (@katnapsss) where she shares her food adventures as well as her shenanigans with friends. Please check out Katharine’s personal highlights below and show them some love!!! Purpose and Hope - Oakland soup company that seeks to nourish and comfort, owned by Kat’s friend Nancy! Vien Huong - Family-owned Asian noodle soup shop that will heal your soul Battambang - The Cambodian cuisine you’ve been looking for Everything I recommended are small businesses based in Oakland! Sources: Nourish: Food + Community: Watch the film and check out their Discussion Guide for Q’s! https://www.nourishlife.org/about/the-initiative/ “Family-style dining: Bringing people and food together” (2016) by Liana Robberecht https://www.restobiz.ca/family-style-dining-bringing-people-food-together/ [KQED] “What It Means to Decolonize Your Diet” (2019) by CUESA https://www.kqed.org/bayareabites/135518/what-it-means-to-decolonize-your-diet Want to learn more? Check out these interesting reads as well… “THE POWER OF FOOD: BUILDING A SENSE OF COMMUNITY” (2020) via Willow Run Farmstead https://www.willowrunfarmpa.com/blog/the-power-of-food-building-a-sense-of-community “Creating a Sense of Home and Community Through Food” (2022) by Kohleun Adamson via Healthier Generation https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/creating-a-sense-of-home-and-community-through-food

  5. 11/14/2022 ·  Bonus

    Ep. 18: Let’s Talk Traditions… and Superstitions…

    CW: brief mention of suicide, hanging NOTE: This was recorded prior and meant to be released the night before Halloween… enjoy! ‘Twas the night before Halloween… and I thought to myself what better way to get in spirit than to learn of the various unique traditions and superstitions that you should keep in mind for this spooky season! Ranging from various cultural ghost stories to why black cats and bats are signs of bad luck, join me as I spill the secrets just in time for this All Hallow’s Eve… Whatever you do, make sure you lock your doors to keep any unwanted guests from coming in… Background Music: “Halloween Spooky Ambience - Haunted Houses Village | Rainy Halloween” (2021) by Cozy Rain via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zeXHpWVSfs Purchase Link: https://cozyrain.gumroad.com/l/PmeqT Sources: “Halloween 2022” via History.com https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween#:~:text=The%20tradition%20originated%20with%20the,of%20the%20traditions%20of%20Samhain. “13 Halloween Superstitions & Traditions Explained” (2011) by Remy Melina https://www.livescience.com/16677-halloween-superstitions-traditions.html#:~:text=Trick%2DOr%2DTreating%20in%20Costumes&text=The%20superstition%20was%20that%20the,and%20being%20cursed%20or%20haunted. “Common Halloween Superstitions” (2022) by King Halloween https://kinghalloween.com/halloween-favorites/common-halloween-superstitions/ “Why You Can’t Write Your Name in Red” (2019) by Kristin Wong http://folklore.usc.edu/why-you-cant-write-your-name-in-red/ “9 Ghosts And Demons In Vietnamese Folklore That Had Us Check Under Our Beds As Kids” (2021) by Toan Ngo https://thesmartlocal.com/vietnam/vietnamese-ghosts-demons/ “13 Interesting Superstitions in Vietnam” (2021) by William https://vietnamdaily.ca/culture/13-interesting-superstitions-in-vietnam/

    Ep. 18: Let’s Talk Traditions… and Superstitions…

  6. 10/19/2022

    Ep. 17: Let’s Talk Dreams: Lucid, Daydreams, & Nightmares

    In honor of spooky season, this episode explores the realm that lies between fantasy and reality... welcome to the world of dreams, both lucid and daydreams and unfortunately, this includes nightmares! Dreams have always been in the forefront of many classics over the years, stemming from as early as Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1820) all the way up until Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) film franchise. Let's dive into what makes dreams such a compelling subject and why it seems to be the perfect inspiration for all things horror… good night and sweet dreams everyone! Introduction Snippet: “The Twilight Zone (Intro)” (1959) by The Ventures Background Music: “Midnight Lofi: Halloween Mini Vibe” by The Midnight Society https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5EpzQBMR3Y Ending Theme: “Goosebumps (Theme Song)” (1995) by Jack Lenz Sources: “Different Types of Dreams and What They May Mean About You” (2020) by Jamie Elmer, Reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD https://www.healthline.com/health/types-of-dreams “Lucid Dreaming: A State of Consciousness with Features of Both Waking and Non-Lucid Dreaming” by Ursula Voss, PhD. Dr. Romain Holzmann, Dr. Inka Tuin, & J. Allan Hobson, MD https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2737577/ “Science of Daydreaming” (2011) via Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Science https://sites.dartmouth.edu/dujs/2011/02/03/science-of-daydreaming/#:~:text=Daydreaming%20is%20defined%20as%20%E2%80%9Cspontaneous,during%20wakefulness%E2%80%9D%20(1) “Nightmares” (2022) via Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/conditions/nightmares “The Nightmares of Halloween” (2021) by Kelly Bulkeley Ph.D. via Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dreaming-in-the-digital-age/202110/the-nightmares-halloween “What Inspired 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’?” (2019) by Lesley Kennedy https://www.techtimes.com/articles/89829/20151001/real-history-sleepy-hollow-much-legend-ties-series.htm “Dream Sequences in the A Nightmare on Elm Street Series” (2020) by Josh Sweeney https://horrorobsessive.com/2020/11/16/dream-sequences-in-the-a-nightmare-on-elm-street-series/ “Dreams, Interpretations, Anxieties, and A Nightmare on Elm Street” (2020) by Anthony Caro https://horrornews.net/153185/dreams-interpretations-anxieties-and-a-nightmare-on-elm-street/

  7. 10/09/2022

    Ep. 16: ‘Tis Autumn… Celebrating Little Moments of Joy

    Welcome my lovely listeners and happy spooky season! After listening to Nat King Cole and Lady Ella on repeat, I am so excited to announce that it’s the best time of the year… Now, what’s so great about autumn? Is it nostalgia? Is it the pumpkin spiced lattes and apple cider? Is it the color changing leaves and rainy weather? Is it the fashion? Join me as I make my declaration of love to the fall season and what it symbolizes both personally and as a whole. Don’t forget to check out my curated list of media to consume especially since it’s peak season to do so! Introduction Monologue: “You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown” (1967) by John Gordon Background Music: “reading a book on a cozy autumn day | a jazzy autumn playlist” via nadia on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SFuGnTzSsks Sources: ‘Tis Autumn by Nat King Cole Trio (1949) via YouTube Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hph8xZTq2ZY “Symbols And Symbolism Of Autumn” by Rose Mulu https://symbolsage.com/autumn-symbols-and-symbolism/ “How Different Countries in Asia Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival” by Chad De Guzman https://time.com/6212026/countries-celebrate-mid-autumn-festival/ “Autumn Nostalgia: Confronting the Inevitability of Change” by Elizabeth Burnam https://medium.com/swlh/autumn-nostalgia-confronting-the-inevitability-of-change-66c4dd8f92df “How to Find Small Moments of Joy in Dark Times” by Angela Haupt https://time.com/6216726/how-to-find-joy-dark-times/ Fall Inspiration/Things to Check Out: anything remotely aesthetic, nostalgic, or fantasy— bonus points if it’s all three! “Inside Out: Emotional Theory Comes Alive” by Nerdwriter1 on YouTube https://youtu.be/xXYhua4IwoE “A BOY NAMED CHARLIE BROWN (1969) Analysis” by Toonrific Tariq via YouTube https://youtu.be/NJPpbx1qDQg “The Gentle Principles of Hey Arnold | Video Essay” via Quality Culture on YouTube https://youtu.be/AYHo6pKaPXs “Frog and Toad: The Philosophy of Simple Living | Video Essay” via Quality Culture on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dUwV1LdWWIA “The Moomins Nostalgia” by Noralities via YouTube: https://youtu.be/StPPKdqNbig “Over The Garden Wall a masterpiece? | Video Essay” via M. Grawey Films on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ha5iX7fxRZI

    Ep. 16: ‘Tis Autumn… Celebrating Little Moments of Joy

  8. 10/01/2022

    Ep. 15: Burnout: On the Verge of a ‘Nervous Breakdown’

    We’re back to business as usual… and the first thing that comes to mind unfortunately is burnout… Burnout is often overlooked since it’s easy to dismiss as temporary fatigue, but if left untreated can lead to physical, emotional, and psychological issues. In this episode, we cover how to spot burnout and ways to address the issue before it leads to further consequences. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, or worried about a friend or loved one, help is available. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 [TALK], or text TALK to 741-741 for free confidential emotional support 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Background Music: OneEightFour via Anchor by Spotify Sources: “A Guide to Burnout” (2019) by Juli Fraga, Reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD https://www.healthline.com/health/tips-for-identifying-and-preventing-burnout “Burnout Recovery: 11 Strategies to Help You Reset” (2021) by Crystal Raypole, Reviewed by Deborah Weatherspoon, Ph.D., MSN https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/burnout-recovery “Understanding What a Mental Breakdown Is (and How to Get Help)” (2021) by Futures Recovery Healthcare https://futuresrecoveryhealthcare.com/blog/mental-breakdown/ “How to Recognize and Treat the Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown” (2022) by Annamarya Scaccia, Reviewed by Nicole Washington, DO, MPH https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/nervous-breakdown#symptoms

    Ep. 15: Burnout: On the Verge of a ‘Nervous Breakdown’
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Welcome listeners to "A General Good Time" and we hope you have one as well. Come join me as we dive into mental health, pop culture, personal and lifestyle topics, and anything and everything in between! It's honestly going to be a wild ride, but a journey I am excited to embark on together. Hosted by Lena Truong Podcast Logo: Designed by Isabelle Truong Bonus Segment Art: Designed by Sophia Qin (@sophiayqin) NEW EPISODES OUT NOW See more: https://linktr.ee/ageneralgoodtimepodcast

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  • Creator
    Lena Truong
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Lena Truong
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