Anti-Black racism is real and East Asians and other ethnic groups are NOT innocent. This is something we often fail to discuss. And this should end NOW. How do you feel? What do you think we should do as a society? Continue Reading
Racial/ethnic/cultural injustice isn’t only about violence and privilege – it can come from shaming another person for not being XYZ enough. This can leave a person worried that they’re doing something “wrong” and is…well…”too integrated” or a “sell-out.” Continue Reading
This month’s episode discusses the issue of mental health awareness and our health issues, including Cynthia’s sense of shame, a co-host’s fear of fire alarms as well as depression. Continue Reading
It’s been two months and we’re still on lock down. I’m still only going out to buy groceries. It’s a really nice day today – sunny, 20C and a long weekend, too. But unlike previous May 2-4 (Victoria Day) weekends,… Continue Reading
What’s the Difference? dropped its first video episode last week, featuring a special guest, Dan Rosen, a cousin of Jackie (creator and co-host). Continue Reading
Baking is my new way of destressing while the city/province/country is pretty much on a lockdown. Yes, I’ve jumped the bandwagon, but unlike most people, I haven’t been making sourdough. Instead, I’ve been making soda bread. Continue Reading
Normally, my family and I would be going to brunch on Easter Sunday. We were so excited to go so Jr. Mintz can meet the Easter Bunny! Nope, not this year. And we probably won’t be having brunch out on… Continue Reading
Last week, I posted a short video (see below) on my Instagram account (and on What’s the Difference?’s account) about how one should try to be as “normal”/”routine” as they can while they’re stuck at home. It’s been tough –… Continue Reading
What’s the Difference, a podcast Cynthia co-hosts, recently debuted its second episode. In this episode, the co-hosts discuss how they were raised and how it impacted their education Continue Reading
Introducing What’s the Difference? It’s a podcast about living with invisible disabilities. I’m hosting the show with three other women who are also living with challenges. They range from a heart condition which was diagnosed at birth to blindness as… Continue Reading