Ordinary Opinion
Having dope conversation is often the best way to spend time with friends and family, and that's what we do on this podcast. We are three homies who love to talk about everything- from sports, movies, relationships, family life, investing, to a whole bunch of other topics!
Episodes
37 episodes
WE HAVE MISSED YOU ALL!! Come catch up with the fellas as we re-introduce ourselves to the podcast world!
The fellas are back, with our boy Money Mike joining us again for another episode!(Diego couldn't make this episode, but no worries OrdOp faithfuls, he'll be on whenever his schedule allows) We had a little bit of technical difficu...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:10:54
Growing up Hmong, hilarious college stories, and catching up on life in Sacramento with our special guest Money Mike! Plus, Mike shares a beautiful perspective on what it means to be a father and love unconditionally.
Today we have a special guest, our friend/brother Mike! He tells us about his first impressions upon meeting Danny and Maurice, plus gives a very interesting account on growing up in Sacramento as young Hmong American. Mike is fi...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:26:24
Show me the money! - A discussion about financial success: believing in your worth, and protecting yourself on social media once you reach certain levels. Also, are you pro "pumpkin everything' season or not?
Join us today as we go in depth about something most folks talk about enough sometimes, money. We take a look at money from a different approach, and this isn't just an episode about wanting to get filthy rich and famous by any means. Instead, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:24:40
The pivot: investing in yourself and trusting your process to break thru career complacency. A conversation with Tika on how she bet on herself. .
In a recent episode, the boys spoke about their career trajectories and how they see themselves moving and growing. On this week’s recording, Diego and Mo sit down with Mo’s long time Friend, Muttika aka Tika, to talk about her journey from the...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:17:17
A conversation about the continuous attacks on Asian American lives in America, specifically the Bay Area.
In today's episode, Maurice and Danny talk about the current state of affairs in the Bay Area, particularly for Asian Americans. In light of the recent killings of Patrick Fung and Lili Xu, on top of countless other attacks on our community, we...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:23:27
Would you go to the funeral of someone you hate? Also, is hating your job the only pre-requisite for a career change, or is there more to it?
What's up Ordinary Opinion fam! We decided to switch things up on y'all a little bit by adding a new segment! There's some fun questions involved that you will enjoy! Also, we discuss the idea of changing careers now that we a...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:24:06
Can I get a Scam Musubi please?
We are back this week with another hilarious episode! First, Diego and Danny talk about the ultimate truth teller when it comes to personal weight gain-dress pants!And speaking of telling the truth... or not, we dive into the not so wonderf...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:21:56
Welcome back, welcome back!! Diego has some big news! Danny achieves a big goal of his! And Maurice is now a 3x champ in a certain field, come find out!
What's up everybody!!! The fellas are back after a short hiatus, because well... life caught up with us. We missed you all, and are happy to share all the stuff that's been happening in our lives. Come hang with us, get re-acquainted, and lets ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:18:46
Passing on traditions and cultural practices to the next generation, and why it is important to us and our families.
In today's episode, we delve into the importance of culture and tradition in our lives. As children of immigrant/refugee parents, who have become adults ourselves, we have started to understand the importance of learning more about our culture....
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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1:22:34
Diego tells us a crazy story, and reminds us why folks need to stop being so angry! On the topic of anger though, we go over things that annoy us most on a daily basis! Come vent with us! Haha
On today's episode, we go through a wide range of topics. Starting with a tense story from Diego about a recent interaction he had, to a conversation about things that annoy us most. On top of that, we talk about vigilante justice and if/when i...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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1:20:02
The world has been going crazy lately! From crazy stories about a Bay Area suburb, to homeless folks getting violent lately, we discuss mental health and try to come up with ways to just feel better every day.
Join us today as we have a very interesting conversation about the state of people's mental health, from a general perspective. We have some wild stories about things happening in the Bay Area, and try to navigate our emotions and feelings abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:14:12
Is repping America in the Olympics that big of an honor? Should Superbowl weekend be a holiday weekend?
On this week's episode, the fellas spend some time catching up with each other and just discuss some current events that were happening at the time of the recording. Topics range from nationalism in the Olympics, to Superbowl festivities,...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:13:12
Exploring the truth behind finding affordable housing in the Bay Area, with our special guest Rick Cantora!
We got a special guest today for y'all, the homie Rick Cantora! We talk about the realities of affordable housing in the Bay for a lot of low-income and working class families. Join us to learn about the Bill Sorro Housing Program (BISHOP), and...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:24:17
What would you tell your past and future selves if you had the chance?
The episode's title speaks for itself! Join us as we discuss the advice we would give our teenage/college selves. Maybe Danny from a past timeline would be a college basketball player if current Danny got to speak to him? Most likely not still....
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:17:01
How important are first impressions? Also, the importance of trusting your intuition when it comes to building friendships/relationships.
Do first impressions matter a lot to you? And do you try to set good first impressions as well when meeting others? We discuss both, plus how good we each are at reading people. On top of that, we play a fun game that showcases the imp...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:21:09
Breaking up with friends should be normalized!
In today's episode, we discuss why we should view friendships like relationships in some ways. And because of that, it should be okay to end friendships the same way we do relationships, by breaking up.
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:16:25
Goodbye 2021, Hello 2022! Plus... Training tips if you're starting or restarting your fitness routine in the New Year!
In today's episode we put a nice little bowtie on the year 2021, including things we've learned and have experienced. Also, we go over goals we have going into 2022, including spending time on how to get back in shape coming out of the holiday ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:16:09
Have you been thinking about buying a house? Do you truly understand the sport of bodybuilding? Join us and our special guest Osazee breaks it all down for us!
Today we have a special guest, realtor and bodybuilder extraordinaire Osazee! Join us as we talk about why buying a home in the Bay Area is one of the best investments you can make. Also, if you've ever had any questions about the sport of body...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:26:18
Diego is Batman, Danny is Captain America, and Mo is Bart Simpson?! Come and find out some of our favorite childhood heroes, role models, and friends!
In today's episode, we discuss the some of our favorite fictional/non-fictional characters that have in some way shaped our lives. In some cases, they have also reflected our lives. Pop on your headphones or turn up the volume in your ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:24:52
Question: Is the Bay Area the place to be?? Or are there better places out there to live?
On today's episode we share our experiences on growing up in the Bay Area. Along the way, we talk about what factors impact our decisions in where we want to live currently. Whether you're from the area or not, we know you'll enjoy the...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:16:33
What does cassava, family, and airpods have in common?! Join us on this special holiday episode and find out!
In light of the holiday season being upon us, the fellas discuss what some our favorite holidays are. Also, we discuss some of the amazing things we all are thankful for. Of course, one of the many things we are thankful for is a...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:08:01
Can people be racist towards their own ethnic people?
Today's episode is raw, uncut, and edited. Unfortunately we were having internet problems so couldn't record properly. Our apologies! But please do join us as we have a dope conversation centered around racism in America. The fellas op...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:12:11
CANCEL CULTURE. Are we too sensitive nowadays, and getting offended too easy? Or is it dope that we’re able to finally call folks out for their stupidity?!
We’ve all said and done some stupid stuff in our past. Every single one of us. So what warrants whether someone should get canceled or not? Whether for things they’ve done in the past and/or things in the present. Join us as we try to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:11:46
Should you start your own business, or work for someone else? Also, what were the deeper themes presented in Squid Game that you may have missed?
In today's episode Diego and Danny discuss their journeys into owning a business. From pros and cons of being your own boss, to what advice we'd give to anyone who's thinking of doing the same... join us on this insightful conversation about en...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:10:56
Is marriage where love goes to die?! Also, what warrants getting an online dating profile reported? Come find out!
In today’s episode, we continue where we left off in episode 1 on the topic of relationships. But this time, from a more mature(hopefully?) perspective. There’s a lot of good laughs, interesting perspectives, and fun times ahead. So come join u...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:10:52
Flirting on AIM, writing letters, cupcaking on a phone line...? This week, we'll be catching up on life and reminiscing about the old school dating days!
Welcome back, welcome back! Join us for the first episode of season 2, as we catch up on how life has been for all three of us. Also, we dive into the first episode of two on a subject everyone loves to talk about, dating! Have some fun with us...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:06:35
Eating croissants in Paris, puking in the clubs of Spain, and a CRAZY surprise in Thailand! Join us as we share some travel stories!
While the pandemic isn't completely over yet, travel restrictions are lifting and folks are out and about again! In today's episode we talk about some of the places we've been and want to go. Along the way, you'll hear about some prett...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:21:22
Danny and Diego disagree on what it means to be masculine! What does masculinity even mean anyways?
In today’s episode we discuss what it means to be masculine, and how toxic masculinity culture has reared its ugly head for far too long. Also, Maurice talks his about his recent realization that he has no hobbies, or does he? Come chi...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:17:10
Where does the Bay Area food scene rank in America? Is it even top 10?! Come find out as we "chop" it up with our boy Chef Hoangry!
In today's episode we explore all things food related, with the amazing and talented Hoang Le, part of the amazing team at OK's Deli. Some of the topics covered include:-Food and how it is an amazing way to share our culture and lo...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:18:49
Getting banned from the Olympics because of weed?! For real?! Also, sports and politics... should they mix or not?
In today's episode we discuss Sha'Carri Richardson getting banned from the 100 meters event in the Olympics because of marijuana. Was that fair? And has marijuana been used to criminalize certain communities? We also discuss whether po...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:18:14