Honey Jam Podcast

This week, the ladies are chatting about everything from camping adventures to K-pop obsessions! Janice spills all the details about her first-ever Snow Peak Way 2026 experience, aka a camper’s paradise, and shares some exciting news about her husband’s Asian freeze-dried meal brand, Basekamp Meals, hitting a major milestone on Kickstarter!

Then, things take a K-pop turn as the ladies discover SM Entertainment’s newest group, featuring members as young as 13?! 😳 They may be young, but their talent and ridiculously catchy music have everyone hooked. Jessica shares this year’s Halloween costume inspo for her family and why her son’s skeleton obsession is still going strong, while Janice recounts three vivid dreams that somehow turned into one wild dream saga. And to wrap it all up, Jessica shares her thoughts on Netflix’s East of Eden.

Come hang out with the ladies for another episode full of exciting updates, random tangents, K-pop rabbit holes, spooky season vibes, and all the real-life chaos in between! 🎃

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This week on the Honey Jam Podcast, David Jeong joins Janice to share some exciting news: his long-awaited Asian freeze-dried meal brand (Basekamp Meals) is finally launching! 🎉

They also reminisce about growing up Christian and celebrating Halloween through Hallelujah Night, encourage listeners to take a few guesses at what their costumes might be, and share the latest updates on their IVF journey.

Tune in for a fun, heartfelt episode filled with exciting news, childhood memories, and life updates!

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This week, Janice and Jessica catch up on everything from fun “this or that” scenarios to Janice’s latest dilemmas and IVF journey. Jessica opens up about navigating a new stage of toddler life, and things take a hilarious turn when she shares the story of making her friend miyeok-guk, a traditional Korean seaweed soup served on birthdays.

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Ep. #108: Janice and Jessica are joined by Jisu Hwang: graphic designer by day, cool runner by night, and certified outfit inspo all the time.

Jisu chats about how her running journey, the beauty of things showing up when you least expect them, and why sometimes the best parts of life are the ones you didn’t plan for. Plus, she spills a little more about her husband, who has been mostly off-camera on her content 👀

We’re talking fashion, running, relationships, unexpected plot twists, and the art of just going with it. Basically, Jisu is proof that you can have a 9–5, a run club, and an immaculate fit.

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Ep. #107: Janice and Jessica are joined by their friend Joann, HOA president of her community, a full-on type A queen, and honestly someone who usually has everything under control. But then… her kids get sick and suddenly nothing is predictable, nothing goes to plan, and the routine she's used to completely falls apart.

On today's episode, we’re talking about mom life chaos and what happens when life humbles even the most organized person you know.

Listen for laughs, real talk, and a reminder that none of us actually have it all figured out.

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Janice and Jessica catch up on all the latest! Janice shares updates from emceeing her very first event for McDonald’s in Chicago, plus stories about how she’s become a “bad influence” on her in-laws by introducing them to the world of current Korean dramas. 😂

They also chat about what’s been keeping them so tired lately and why adulthood seems to come with an endless supply of things to do (and not enough energy to do them)!

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Today, Janice and Jess sit down with Tiffany Kim aka the internet’s most viral dental hygienist! From cleaning teeth to accidentally becoming a TikTok and Instagram sensation, Tiffany breaks down how her career blew up online in the most unexpected way.

We also get into her luxury era (hello Hermès wishlist 👀) and what dating looks like after ending a 10-year relationship.

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Janice and Jessica kick off this episode with a painfully relatable question: have you ever called someone the wrong name… multiple times… only to realize later that was never their name? 😭 Janice shares her cringe moment of the week, and it’s one you’ll definitely feel in your bones.

Jessica then reflects on her 8 years of marriage, reminiscing on the early days and how the things she and her husband used to argue about now feel so small compared to life with kids. It’s a sweet (and very real) perspective shift on love, growth, and priorities.

To wrap things up, the girls share their attempt at watching Hocus Pocus with Jessica’s 3-year-old… and let’s just say, it didn’t go exactly as planned.

If you’re here for relatable chaos, a little nostalgia, and honest life reflections, this one’s for you.

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In today’s episode, Janice and Jessica take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing on old stories and moments that still live rent-free in their minds.

Jess opens up about the frustration of heading back to work for the school year when her classroom isn’t set up in a way that actually allows her to do her job while also sharing how she’s actively trying to break out of the “quiet Asian girl” mold and advocate for herself in the process.

They wrap things up with their honest (and maybe slightly controversial) thoughts on Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. It might not be the popular opinion, but hey… everyone’s entitled to their take!

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In today’s episode, Jasmine Park joins Janice and Jessica for a candid and inspiring conversation. She opens up about what it was like growing up as the daughter of Korean superstar Insooni (인순이), her time at Stanford, and the journey of finding her own identity through life’s ups and downs.

From navigating expectations to embracing personal growth, Jasmine shares how she continues to find silver linings and stay grounded in positivity.Tune in if you’re in need of a little motivation and want to hear from a future Asian Oprah in the making!

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In today’s episode, Janice shares how she celebrated her birthday with friends in LA: full of good food, chaotic energy, and the very real struggle of finding street parking (something Jessica, an OC native, is still not emotionally prepared for 😅).

Then, the conversation takes a turn as they get into the controversy around BTS and the Grammy Awards, including the introduction of a new “Asian Pop” category. Is it progress… or something else? Janice and Jessica share their honest thoughts on why BTS continues to prove they’re operating on a level beyond the Grammys.

To wrap things up, the girls dive into their latest unexpected obsession: horror movies in the middle of summer 👀 From eerie internet lore like Backrooms to thrillers like Obsession, they talk about what’s been keeping them up at night lately.

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This week, Janice and Jessica talk about the very humbling experience of posting a reel you were so sure would hit… and then watching it underperform in real time. They get into the delusion, the disappointment, the overanalyzing (“was it the caption??”), and the quiet identity crisis that follows. If you’ve ever tied your self-worth to a number on a screen, even just a little, this one’s for you.

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Janice and Jessica are joined by their friend Jane, who shares her firsthand experience of the ultimate rite of passage: having a baby constantly sick from daycare. The conversation takes a turn into Jane’s “maximalist” mindset: why doing the most sometimes feels necessary and tells a hilarious Facebook Marketplace story about trying to make a questionable purchase work… even when it probably shouldn’t.

To top it all off, Jane shares her hilariously questionable, self-deprecating AIM usernames, while Janice and Jessica gently remind her to show herself a little more grace and recognize that she is somebody who is LOVED and cherished.

Tune in for a hilarious, relatable episode filled with real-life chaos, questionable decisions, and lots of laughs.

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Today’s episode is a classic chaotic catch-up with a heavy dose of K-pop. Janice dives into her current obsession: LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and Katseye’s “Iconic by Mistake”. Janice and Jess also discuss ATEEZ’s trending dance for “Bad" and how it may be a little...suggestive?!

The conversation then shifts into a more personal update as Janice shares where she’s at in her IVF journey, including starting injections, along with her very committed (and slightly intense) experiment of eating raw garlic every morning and why she’s doing it.

The girls also reflect on the response from their World Cup episode (Ep. #96), with Jess confirming why she is scared to start creating content yet again (please encourage her!).

They wrap things up with some fun TV talk, covering the latest Korean reality shows like Love Lab and the upcoming season of Better Late than Single.

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Everyone thought this team had everything — world-class players, momentum, and a real shot at making a deep run in the World Cup. So how did it all fall apart?

In this episode, we’re diving into the controversy surrounding Hong Myung-bo and the leadership decisions that many fans believe held back the South Korea national football team on the world stage.

This isn’t just about one loss but it’s about how coaching choices, tactics, and squad management may have impacted Korea’s World Cup performance, despite having one of the strongest groups of players in years. We talk about why fans are especially frustrated not with the players, but with the system behind them, including criticism toward the Korea Football Association and ongoing conversations about connections vs. merit when it comes to leadership.

And then to switch gears, we talk about how Drake droped a song called “Janice STFU”… and yes, Janice was deeply offended. 😭 What happens next? She somehow ends up at a party Drake throws for all the Janices… and let’s just say, that might be what finally convinces her to forgive him.

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Join us for a packed episode as we dive into Janice's unforgettable backpacking adventure through Peru: from breathtaking mountain views and challenging hikes to unexpected moments along the way.

Then we switch gears and unpack the viral phenomenon that is Off Campus: why everyone seems to be talking about it, what makes the series so addictive, and our honest thoughts on the hype. Whether you're a travel lover, a romance reader, or just here for the stories, this episode has a little bit of everything.

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This week, Janice invites her husband David on the podcast in Peru!

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This week, Janice reflects on her unforgettable experience at the Arirang World Tour in Las Vegas. Then, Jessica and Janice discuss stepping outside their comfort zones in a k-pop dance class, where they attempted the notoriously difficult choreography for LISA's "MONEY" and had a blast doing it. Jessica also shares what it was like going through a newborn photoshoot for the second time and why the experience didn't quite compare to what she remembers from Korea.

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South Korea's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak—but was it inevitable, or did coaching decisions make all the difference?

In this episode, we unpack the controversy surrounding Hong Myung-bo's leadership, the tactical choices that fueled frustration, and why so many fans believe Korea lost more than just a place in the tournament. From questionable squad selections to in-game management, we discuss whether the coach cost Korea not only its World Cup dream, but also a sense of national pride.

Then, we switch gears from football to pop culture. Drake's Janice STFU had Janice personally offended. But after attending a party he threw for all the Janices out there, she's ready to admit... she forgives him. We break down the song, the internet's reaction, and why one unexpected gesture completely changed Janice's mind.

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