Jay Kobayashi
Bio
A starving writer from LA who aspires to be plagiarized one day. I like to write about academic pieces that identifies philosophy and psychology in pop culture, and sometimes random fun pieces that interests me or the algorithm!
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Temu Vs. AliExpress: Who Has Better Products?
Social media is going nuts with the discovery of super affordable viral products on cheap online marketplaces. While these items can range from clothes to home organization to even cool novelty items, the only consistent thing are the platforms where these products are coming from, which are Temu and AliExpress.
By Jay Kobayashi3 days ago in Styled
The Best Baldur's Gate 3 Companions, Ranked
There is no debate that Baldur's Gate 3 is one of the best games that came out 2023. With the game being considered a raised standard in the industry, there's no denying that its immersive story and fun gameplay is what makes it everyone's favorite. The game's usage of companions is what also makes Baldur's Gate 3 such an immersive experience.
By Jay Kobayashi3 days ago in Gamers
How Dating Apps Warp Our Standards
The other day I got into a conversation about dating apps with some friends and as we were exchanging stories from our greatest successes to our most recent failures, there was one thing I noticed throughout the entire discussion… Dating apps fucked our standards.
By Jay Kobayashi9 days ago in Humans
How The Live Action One Piece Broke The Adaptation Curse
The most hyped adaptation of 2023 finally made its debut on Netflix. Eiichiro Oda’s pirate manga One Piece has made waves in headlines throughout its time in production and both fans and critics alike were anticipating whether if this live-action adaptation was going to be the one that breaks the curse or if it was going to fall like the others.
By Jay Kobayashi14 days ago in Geeks
The 21 Best Tips & Tricks For New Uber Eats Drivers
Recently, I became an Uber Eats driver for a month to see how much I can earn. At the end of the month, I learned that whether if you’re a student looking to make some cash between classes, or somebody who was laid off and needs something temporary, Uber Eats is a great opportunity to earn money while working on your own terms.
By Jay Kobayashi16 days ago in Journal
Challenge: I Did Uber Eats For A Month
The rise of the gig economy has transformed the way people work and earn money. In this era where entry level positions are getting harder to get and job hunting is slowly becoming such a miserable experience, many turn to food delivery platforms like Uber Eats for their flexibility and accessibility.
By Jay Kobayashi17 days ago in Journal
Why Random Acts Of Kindness Are So Powerful
I was at a donut shop the other day and the lady behind the counter gave me some free donuts, just because. I was shocked by the sudden act, but felt super stoked that I got free donuts. When I left the donut shop and got into my car, I felt something coming down my face and noticed that I started tearing up over free donuts.
By Jay Kobayashi20 days ago in Psyche
- Top Story - August 2023
“Baldur’s Gate 3" Calls Out Every AAA Game DeveloperTop Story - August 2023
The video game industry is going through an existential midlife crisis with the release of Baldur’s Gate 3. The D&D inspired fantasy role-playing game developed and published by Larian Studios is earning universal praise from both critics and fans alike, becoming one of the most played games on Steam with over 800,000 concurrent players.
By Jay Kobayashi2 months ago in Gamers
The 5 Best Summer Side Hustles You Can Do In Your Free Time
Summer is a vibrant season that is filled with opportunities to explore exciting side hustles and make some extra cash. Whether if you’re a student on break or just a 9 to 5 worker looking to get some additional income, finding a summer side hustle can be a fun and rewarding way to boost your earnings. So in this article, we will dive right into the best summer side hustles you can do in your free time and discover how they can help you make the most of the sunny season.
By Jay Kobayashi2 months ago in Journal
