1355: Making Kids Aware of Genetic Risks They Share | Feedback Friday
Jul 10, 2026 · 1h 22m
Summary
Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi discuss Jordan’s recent travels in China and Taiwan, highlighting cultural quirks like public spitting, 24-hour spas, and the global craze for Trader Joe’s bags. They also address a listener’s dilemma about whether to share his history of steroid-induced psychosis and mania with his adult children. The hosts advise full disclosure to ensure his kids are aware of potential genetic risks and triggers, framing the conversation as an act of vulnerability and care.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: LinkedIn Hiring Pro and Wind Creek Casino
Show Intro and Host Welcome from China
Travel Tech Struggles: VPNs and Hotel Internet in China
Cultural Differences: Public Spitting and Etiquette in China
Life in Dali: Ancient Cities, TV Sets, and Local Vibes
Lijiang Travel: Traditional Dress-Up Experiences
Shanghai Layover: The Massive 24-Hour Spa Experience
Taiwan Quirks: Trader Joe's Obsession and Morning Slapping
Mountain Hiking: Oxygen Tanks and Overdressing in Lijiang
Language Barriers: Mandarin vs. Local Dialects in China
The Durian Fruit: Smells Like Poop, Tastes Like Custard
Podcast Business: Dealing with Scam Sponsorship Emails
Sponsor: BetterHelp Mental Health Support
Listener Letter: Disclosing Bipolar History to Children
Sponsors: Northwest Registered Agent and AG1
Listener Letter: Emotional Affair and Marital Crisis
Listener Letter: Coming Out to a Brother and AI Job Prep
Feedback Friday: Epstein Files Newsletter Controversy
Outro and Preview: Joe Loya on Gang Life
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