

Asian Bitches Down Under
Helen Stenbeck
Roughly one in 10 Aussies come from somewhere in Asia, yet when you look at our representation on TV, film, radio and literature, you’d think we were completely non-existent. What do you do when the world doesn’t give you the space to be heard? You make your own space. Each week, sisters and Sydney locals Helen Stenbeck and Jessie Tu give searing intersectional feminist critiques on social and cultural issues relevant to those living in Australia and abroad. Join us as we traverse the complex intersectionality of gender, race and culture.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 1h 6min
Temporary returning from a long hiatus...
Hi, we are here briefly to catch up for a pre-holiday greeting, share our recent life updates and of course, books! I am I am I am Hamnet Audition Taiwan Travelogue Flashlight Little Labours Replay Asian Bitches Down Under was featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcasts by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

May 2, 2025 • 49min
Recipe feud
Event with Taiwan Film Festival Australia - Taiwanese Bookshelves: Paelabang Danapan, Indigenous Scholar 7th May @Museum of Sydney (00:00) Intro(02:00) Recipe Tin’s allegation against Brooki of recipe plagiarism (28:08) Tilt - Emma Pattee(37:50) Oversharing - Jane Fallon (40:38) Counterfeit - Kirsten Chen Asian Bitches Down Under was featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcasts by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Mar 21, 2025 • 46min
Conclave, Mickey 17, Rom-Coms of the 90s/2000s
(00:00) Jess has finally watched Conclave! - SPOILERS! (17:28) Mickey 17(22:29) 2000’s Rom-ComsAsian Bitches Down Under was featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcasts by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Mar 7, 2025 • 45min
HILDA Report, Kinda Pregnant
(00:00) Go and support your local library! (05:35) Hello to my high school mates(10:15) HILDA report and the unchanging hours of men doing housework (17:03) Oscars 2025, how dissident films are suppressed (25:39) Jessie’s reading list (28:57) Raised by Wolves: Jess Ho(32:19) Taiwan Travelogue: Yang Zi Shuang, translated by Lin King (37:18) Kinda Pregnant Asian Bitches Down Under was featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcasts by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Feb 14, 2025 • 45min
DEI, Sam Kerr, Bridget Jones
(00:00) Intro(01:20) Awkward moment at metro station toilet (09:25) USA and DEI (19:20) Sam Kerr, how racial discrimination has a different definition for the colour of your skin (24:43 ) Kinda Pregnant, Bridget Jones(35:00) Conclave(39:22) One Day(42:18) Love in the big city Asian Bitches Down Under was featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcasts by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Jan 24, 2025 • 44min
Ceramic creation, self-portrait. feat. Ruth Ju-Shih Li
In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of Taiwanese-Australian artist Ruth Ju-Shih Li, renowned for her innovative ceramics and clay sculptures. Li's journey began at the National Art School in Sydney, where she discovered her passion for ceramics. Her work often takes the form of abstract self-portraits, drawing inspiration from her diverse cultural heritage and personal experiences. Currently, Li's thought-provoking pieces are on display at the Bankstown Biennale in the exhibition "Same Same/Different," showcasing her continued exploration of identity and cultural narratives.The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art: Zhang Xu Zhan Asian Bitches Down Under was featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcasts by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Jan 14, 2025 • 43min
Diasporic experience and art creation. feat. Rainbow Chan
In this episode, we speak to Rainbow Chan, a multifaceted artist whose work spans music, performance, and visual art. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Sydney, Rainbow's artistic journey is deeply rooted in her family's heritage and her experiences as a member of the Asian diaspora. Rainbow's creative process is a fascinating blend of traditional and contemporary elements. Her songwriting often explores themes of loss and healing, focusing on the complexities of diasporic experiences. One of Rainbow's most intriguing projects revolves around her Weitou ancestry, the first settlers of Hong Kong. She has been working on reimagining the Weitou bridal lament, a ritual where brides-to-be would express their grievances through song before marriage. This project not only showcases Rainbow's musical talents but also highlights her commitment to preserving and sharing her cultural heritage through performance art. Through her art, Rainbow amplifies the experiences of the diaspora, exploring themes of cultural representation, identity, and the interplay between tradition and modernity. Her work serves as a bridge between generations, bringing lesser-known aspects of Hong Kong culture to the forefront and engaging in a dialogue about the complexities of diasporic life.Get your tickets for The Bridal Lament hereRainbow Chan Offical Website

Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 2min
Let Them, Golden Globes 2025
(00:00) Intro, fire in California Link to support MALAN Fire & Wind Storm Resources: (02:00) The dangerous rhetoric by Elon Musk (correction 06:00, ‘equity’ not’ ‘equality’) (11:25) embarrassing incident at the beach (16:30) Let Them theory (28:42) Golden Globes 2025: Demi Moore's Golden Globes speech is a glittering crown on a 45-year career(37:20) 2025 Goals (41:00) The Mixed Up: Kylie Ladd (47:30) Kamogawa Food Detectives: Hisashi Kashiwai, Jesse Kirkwood(translated) (51:00) The Holdovers(56:30) Wicked Asian Bitches Down Under featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcast by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Dec 20, 2024 • 39min
The courageous Gisèle Pelicot
(00:00) Intro, weather talk (02:40) the courageous Gisèle Pelicot: Artwork creates a link between Gisèle Pelicot and Western Australia's remote Pilbara(06:20) Empowering feminist moment of 2024?(10:50) Woman of the Hour and movies we anticipate (21:00) Shiori Ito’s Black Box Diaries (23:20) Favourite films/books/tv of 2024Asian Bitches Down Under featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcast by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under

Dec 6, 2024 • 40min
Interior Chinatown
(00:00) Entering the final month of 2024, Taiwan won the Premier 12 Championship(05:11) South Korea’s Temporary Martial Law (10:00) Namibia’s first female president (16:05) Wicked, Scattered All Over The Earth: Yoko Tawada, Human Acts: Han Kang (24:55) Interior Chinatown (33:35) A Man on the Inside Asian Bitches Down Under featured as one of the Top 20 Intersectional Feminist Podcast by FeedSpot, listen to other amazing podcast programs HERE Facebook | Asian Bitches Down UnderInstagram | Asian Bitches Down Under Buy Me A Coffee | Asian Bitches Down Under


