Is There A Better Way To CNY? [Chills 106 with Chris & Kenny]

Back when we were kids, our elders taught us how to CNY their way, from not sweeping the floors to saving all our angbao money. But is that really the Only way to CNY or is there a Better way? 

This CNY, The Financial Coconut podcast takes you on an honest, hilarious journey through generational shifts, family dynamics, and the evolving traditions of the Lunar New Year.

Featuring special guests Chris and Kenny, we dive deep into:

• The changing landscape of family gatherings
• Navigating awkward relative questions
• Smart financial strategies for ang pao money
• Cultural insights from Singapore and Malaysia

Are family reunions becoming more of a chore than a celebration? Tune in to hear two millennials break down the unspoken rules, challenges, and unexpected humour of Chinese New Year.

What We Discuss:

• 03:13 - How is your Chinese New Year like?
• 06:39 - Do you connect with your family more beyond CNY as you get older?
• 09:14 - What does CNY mean to you now?
• 13:54 - What do you spend on during CNY?
• 14:00 - Buying new clothes?
• 18:20 - Differences in CNY between SG & MY
• 21:26 - Buying goodies?
• 23:34 - How do you celebrate CNY eve?
• 24:43 - One thing that people can do more during CNY?
• 27:51 - Advice for those celebrating CNY
• 30:46 - Advice for those celebrating CNY
• 35:44 - What to do with angbao money? How to manage your finances during CNY?

Episode Resources:

• Spotify
• YouTube

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