Slice of Anecdote is a podcast about the experiences, stories we carry and the quiet, complicated moments that shape us. Hosted by Harry, a first-generation immigrant raised in Canada and now living in the UK, each episode explores the rich tapestry of lived experiences through conversations with remarkable individuals he has met from all walks of life.
No topic is off-limits. From professional pivots and cross-cultural identity to relationships, sexuality, and family dynamics, we dive into personal breakthroughs, cultural tension, and the messiness of becoming.
Part personal archive, part collective reflection, Slice of Anecdote is a space for those navigating life between worlds, chasing meaning, or simply craving unfiltered human connection.
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Slice of Anecdote is a podcast about the experiences, stories we carry and the quiet, complicated moments that shape us. Hosted by Harry, a first-generation immigrant raised in Canada and now living in the UK, each episode explores the rich tapestry of lived experiences through conversations with remarkable individuals he has met from all walks of life.
No topic is off-limits. From professional pivots and cross-cultural identity to relationships, sexuality, and family dynamics, we dive into personal breakthroughs, cultural tension, and the messiness of becoming.
Part personal archive, part collective reflection, Slice of Anecdote is a space for those navigating life between worlds, chasing meaning, or simply craving unfiltered human connection.
EP5 - Living Openly with Art, HIV, and Acceptance ft. Star
Slice of Anecdote
51 minutes 12 seconds
6 months ago
EP5 - Living Openly with Art, HIV, and Acceptance ft. Star
In this episode of Slice of Anecdote, Harry sits down with his friend Star, currently living in London, to discuss life experiences from moving to the UK from China, academic pursuits in landscape architecture and interior design, and insights into the education system in China. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Star courageously shares his journey living with HIV, diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic, treatment challenges, and the stigma surrounding HIV in different cultural contexts. Through this heartfelt conversation, Star illustrates the importance of inclusivity and the support he has found in the UK.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:48 Star's Academic Journey
03:07 Challenges and Stereotypes in Art Education
17:37 Life in London and Personal Experiences
18:11 Living with HIV: Star's Story
27:13 Diagnosis and Initial Symptoms
28:07 Hospital Visits and Confirmation
29:16 Medication and Side Effects
30:07 Financial Burden of Treatment
32:31 Living with HIV in Different Countries
33:10 Disclosure and Stigma
36:50 HIV Medication and Prevention
42:53 Cultural Differences and Personal Stories
50:01 Closing Remarks and Gratitude
Slice of Anecdote
Slice of Anecdote is a podcast about the experiences, stories we carry and the quiet, complicated moments that shape us. Hosted by Harry, a first-generation immigrant raised in Canada and now living in the UK, each episode explores the rich tapestry of lived experiences through conversations with remarkable individuals he has met from all walks of life.
No topic is off-limits. From professional pivots and cross-cultural identity to relationships, sexuality, and family dynamics, we dive into personal breakthroughs, cultural tension, and the messiness of becoming.
Part personal archive, part collective reflection, Slice of Anecdote is a space for those navigating life between worlds, chasing meaning, or simply craving unfiltered human connection.
