Color of Success
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago -The Color of Success communicates the stories of Asian, Asian Americans/Canadians, and ethnic minorities as they build brands, businesses, and careers, and mental health strategies to deal with self-doubt, anxiety, and barriers. Dr. Stephanie J. Wong is a licensed clinical psychologist who blends her knowledge of mental health, culture, and business to interview diverse guests.
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Unleashing the Potential of the Creator Economy: An Interview with Catherine Yeo, Harvard Student, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author
January 28, 2023 21:43 - 29 minutes - 27.9 MBCatherine Yeo is a creator, entrepreneur, and investor studying Computer Science and English at Harvard University. By age 15, she accumulated 400K+ followers and turned content creation into a business. Her book, The Creator Revolution: How Today’s Creative Talents Are Shaping Our Tomorrow, hit #1 Amazon Bestseller in multiple categories. We talk about how to monetize content, utilizing Color of Success as a case study, her collaboration with Bobaface, and plans for the future! =========...
Exploring Asian-American Identity: An Interview with Son of Paper (SOP) on Coping with Trauma, Family, and Music
January 21, 2023 00:43 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBReleased just in time for Lunar New Year, Son of Paper (SOP) a 25-year-old rapper, native of Chinatown, San Francisco, discusses his experiences coping with trauma, the transformative experience of going to therapy, talking to his family about therapy, and creating music rooted in his love for Chinatown. Rapping is cathartic and vulnerability is much needed to make authentic music. SOP is a dynamic and innovative artist who explores Asian-American identity through his introspective R&B proj...
From Marvel to Viu Philippines: Corinna Vistan-Takahashi's Journey in Entertainment and Advocacy
January 13, 2023 22:01 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Corinna Vistan-Takahashi, Head of Originals for Viu Philippines, Southeast Asia's largest streaming platform. Corinna shares her experience working at Marvel Studios and producing content for 19 out of 23 Marvel films. She also discusses her efforts to promote Filipino talent and Asian representation on a global stage. Additionally, Corinna talks about the importance of seeking support for mental health, raising children with a global perspective, and how Kor...
Dave Lu: Investing in the Future of the Asian American Community and Promoting Mental Health
January 07, 2023 21:20 - 37 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this powerful season premiere, we sit down with Dave Lu, a technology industry leader who has made it his mission to fight discrimination against Asian Americans. From co-founding Stand with Asian Americans to producing '38 at the Garden' on Jeremy Lin, Dave's dedication to creating a better world for our children is truly inspiring. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: The importance of standing up for what's right The power of community Breaking through the "Bamboo Ceiling" by funding ...
Writing History: Behind the Bill That Made Lunar Year a State Holiday
October 17, 2022 04:07 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBJoin Assemblymember, Evan Low, Natassia Kwan, attorney, activist, and AAPI community advocate, and Justin Zhu, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Stand with Asian Americans (SwAA) as we talk about: The cultural significance of passing the bill (AP 2596) to make Lunar New Year a state holiday The legislative process of authoring a bill and submitting it for consideration Their inspiration for working so hard on this bill and advocacy for AAPI communities Ways the government and commun...
Don't Sleep on Color of Success, but on Solera Pillows!
October 10, 2022 16:00 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MBToni Wang, the Founder & CEO of Solera Sleep emphasizes the importance of finding the right pillow to have high-quality sleep. In this episode, we discuss: Toni's journey in creating products based on her Asian heritage and using ethically-sourced hemp The benefits of keeping your "9-to-5" job as you build a company Ways to cope with the "emotional roller coaster" that comes with being an entrepreneur ========================================= Toni Wang is the Founder and CEO of Sol...
Netflix's Partner Track Cast: Success is Contagious, Come & Catch It!
September 27, 2022 01:37 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBJoin the cast of Netflix's Partner Track, Desmond Chiam (Z), Rob Heaps (Nick Laren), Kelvin Han Yee (Franklin 'Papa' Min), Rich Ting (Carter Min), Esther Moon (Soo-Jung Yun), and Jo Sung (Sang-Hoon Yun) as we talk about the show's cultural impact and ways they draw from their life experiences to portray their characters. Other highlights: Giving Arden Cho her flowers Rob speaking Korean Playing a game of "Who is most likely to...?" The cast encouraging Des to take off his shirt mor...
Kluvers: Couples Strategic Planning & Living Life on Your Terms
September 18, 2022 20:12 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBIn the first episode of our Couples Series, Reka & Kris Kluver discuss Strategic Planning, individually and as a couple. They discuss the framework of Living Life on Your Terms. Specifically, Supporting each other's dreams and goals Pivoting in your career Helping others achieve their goals ========================================== Bios: Reka is the founder and owner of Omaha-Counseling.com, a highly successful in-person and virtual couples and individual counseling and coaching...
Dr. Wong's Weekly Reflection: What Salary and Benefits am I Looking for as an Employee?
September 14, 2022 00:06 - 3 minutes - 7.67 MBIn our brand new segment, Weekly Reflection, Dr. Wong discusses a thought question, and provides an actionable item to further self-reflection. In this week's episode, she challenges you to think, "What salary and benefits am I looking for as an employee?" For more content, visit colorofsuccesspodcast.com Join our communities on streaming platforms and social media to give your suggestions on guests and reflection questions. iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts YouTube Instagram ...
Dr. Wong's Weekly Reflection: Do you Live to Work or Work to Live?
September 05, 2022 18:31 - 2 minutes - 3.58 MBIn our brand new segment, Weekly Reflection, Dr. Wong will discuss a thought question, and provide an actionable item to further self-reflection. For more content, visit colorofsuccesspodcast.com Join our communities on streaming platforms and social media to give your suggestions on guests and reflection questions. iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter
Oliver Chin, Creator of the Octonauts: Publishing Multicultural Children's Books
August 29, 2022 20:50 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOliver Chin is the founder of Immedium, a SF-based, independent publisher of multicultural children’s picture books. Oliver enjoys inspiring students to read, write, draw, and create their own stories. He is the author more than 20 books. The popular Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is one of the longest running series featuring Asian American characters, and the only English children’s series on the Lunar New Year animals. Ideal for multi-cultural education, Awesome Asian Americans is an ill...
Aaron Luo, Co-Founder & CEO of Caraa: How to Travel in Style
August 22, 2022 23:45 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this episode, Aaron Luo and I discuss: How to break into the Fashion Industry Ways to build brands and businesses, infusing cross-culturalism The benefits of having conversations about race/ethnicity Advice to young and new entrepreneurs Aaron Luo is the Co-Founder & CEO of Caraa, a NY-based sport bag and accessory company founded in 2015 by him and CFDA award-winning designer, Carmen Chen Wu to re-imagine handbags for modern life. With backgrounds in design and global supply chai...
"Be Kind," says Army Reserves Veteran, Christine Salcedo
August 13, 2022 21:49 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MBChristine Salcedo is an Army Reserves Veteran who served a tour for Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. She is guided by the mantra: "Be kind." We discuss: Her journey as a female, Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI), Army Reserves Veteran Transitioning back to civilian life after being deployed in Afghanistan How she continues to serve Veterans in a health care setting and advocates for the AAHNPI community ========================================== Bi...
Dr. Rozina: How to Cope with Burnout
July 30, 2022 22:28 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBHave you been experiencing burnout? Dr. Rozina discusses how a burnout-related injury led her focus on ways to manage and prevent burnout. In this episode, you will learn: Tips to address burnout What leaders can do to support their staff How "Thought Training" can address barriers to mental health ==========================================Bio Dr. Rozina Lakhani is a psychiatrist, keynote speaker, corporate consultant to reduce losses due to burnout related injuries, author of Stre...
Annie Dickerson: From Teacher to CFO Making Multi-million Dollar Deals!
July 18, 2022 19:53 - 38 minutes - 36 MBIn today's episode, Annie Dickerson teaches us about: Real Estate Syndication and how it can help you live a "life by design" Mental models related to investing Teaching your children about money management ========================================== Bio: Annie Dickerson is an award-winning real estate investing expert with 15+ years of real estate investing experience. In 2022, Annie was named Real Estate Investor of the Year by the Motley Fool. Annie and her business partner Ju...
How Do I Get Better Sleep?
July 10, 2022 20:26 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, we tackle a well-known problem, SLEEP. You will learn: How to get better sleep The impact of cannabis on sleep Ways to test for possible reasons behind sleep difficulties ========================================= Bio of our guest, Riley Jarvis Riley is the Founder & CEO of The Sleep Consultant - an organization that helps CEOs, entrepreneurs, and high performers transform their sleep to significantly boost their productivity and energy levels. Riley started throu...
Joanna Carillo Reads a "Letter to My Ex"
June 26, 2022 21:30 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBJoanna Carillo is the host of Letter to My Ex Podcast where writers submit letters written to their ex as a form of closure and emotional release. In this episode, she reads her very own letter to a past ex and discusses the therapeutic value of doing so! This is a very special collaboration with a podcaster that I truly admire! ========================================== Bio: Joanna has been an avid journal writer since her early years in high school and knows firsthand the vulnerabi...
What is OCD and How is it Treated?
June 18, 2022 19:20 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBOCD is a term often thrown around in every day language for people who have a strong preference for cleanliness and order. However, this does not necessarily indicate a clinical diagnosis. In this episode, Brianna Calderón: Defines Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) according to DSM 5 criteria Differentiates a preference for cleanliness from a clinical diagnosis How the pandemic has impacted the presentation of symptoms Exposure Therapy as an effective treatment for OCD Provides...
Carmelita "Cat" Tiu: How Do We Raise Our Daughters to Use Their Voices for Positive Change?
May 28, 2022 18:05 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBCarmelita "Cat" Tiu worked as an Entertainment Lawyer with the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). After her husband's diagnosis of cancer, she decided to "semi-retire" and travel around the country with her family. She discusses how this health scare led to them examining their values, desiring to create memories! Cat and Dr. W also discuss ways to raise daughters to find and use their voices for positive change! ========================================= Bio: Service, creativity, relation...
Peter Chung, CEO of foodscape Inc./Bobaface: How to Own Boba NFTs and Win Free Drinks!
May 14, 2022 01:14 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBPeter Chung is an artist, designer and Co-Founder/CEO of foodscape INC. His life's work has revolved around culture, food, and technology. His startup journey has received support from Wharton's Venture Lab, Hustle Fund's Angel Squad and Thought Leaders from companies such as Nike. Peter's newest venture is the release of Bobaface, a matching game where you can win actual boba drinks! His team also have NFT's of the characters and you can join their community! We talk about mental hea...
Ko Chandetka: Pro Body Builder, Lao American Sports Hall of Fame & Recovery from Opiate Addiction
May 01, 2022 21:37 - 54 minutes - 50 MBWhat happens when you become a pro body builder and your mother calls your body "ugly?" How does one cope with an injury and engage in recovery from addiction? What can you contribute to your community? Our guest, Ko Chandetka is a Laotian American professional body builder and became one of the most notable Asian Americans in the sport, winning titles and landing a major sponsorship. However, he suffered an injury which led to an addiction to pain killers, depression, anxiety and alc...
Susana Chen, Co-Founder of Asian Creative Foundation: How Do You Forge Your Own Path Through Art?
April 23, 2022 19:13 - 46 minutes - 43 MBSusana Chen is the Co-Founder of Asian Creative Foundation (ACF) and we discuss forging your own path through Art. We discuss barriers to Asian Americans pursuing a career in Art, and ways that ACF supports those that would like to express themselves through various artistic mediums. May is AAPI Heritage Month and on Friday, May 13th to Saturday, May 14th, from 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm EST, ACF is hosting The Asian Creative Festival virtual event, “Be BRAVE.” Tickets are on sale and all fun...
Kevin Tien, As Seen on Food Network: The Road to Becoming a Restauranter & Chef
April 16, 2022 22:44 - 24 minutes - 23.3 MBKevin Tien has competed in Food Network's Iron Chef Gauntlet & Chopped, received numerous prestigious awards for his culinary skills, and owns Moon Rabbit , a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant in Washington D.C. Kevin came from humble beginnings and continues giving back to the community through Chefs Stopping AAPI Hate and hosting an event, Chefs for Ukraine. In this episode, he talks about his journey, growing up in various places throughout the US, including Texas and Louisiana, and le...
Dr. Zonram Liao, DVM: Veterinary Care With a Smile & Coping with Pet Loss & Grief
April 03, 2022 21:44 - 50 minutes - 46 MBDr. Zonram Liao, DVM discusses his journey of being a "parachute kid," raised by his community, to a Veterinarian and Founder of Wellnergy Pets, providing pet parents and their fur children with premium supplements. After graduating veterinary school, he returned to his hometown in Rowland Heights to give back to the community. During the pandemic, many animal hospital were closed or overbooked. To reduce the need for pets to go to the hospital, Dr. Liao founded Wellnergy Pets. Dr. Liao ...
Dr. Christopher Nguyen: How Can Neuropsychologists Help Assess, Diagnose, and Treat Thoughts & Behaviors Related to the Brain in Culturally-Competent Ways? How Can We Have Conversations With Our Asian Elders?
March 27, 2022 20:22 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBDr. Christopher Nguyen is a renowned geriatric neuropsychologist. He defines Neuropsychology and ways that neuropsychologists assess, diagnose, and treat cognitive and behavioral issues related to the brain. He and several of his colleagues are translating assessment tools from English to Vietnamese and creating culturally relevant questions. We also discuss barriers to help-seeking among individuals of Vietnamese and AAPI-descent, and how we can engage in conversations with our Asian eld...
Lillian Victoria: How Do You Re-invent Yourself After "Losing" Everything?
March 20, 2022 19:52 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBLillian Victoria is an Entertainment Executive turned High-Performance Coach. She works with high achievers that have experienced loss to help them see a clear path to their goals and turn them into reality. Her own story includes going from "losing it all," to rising and pivoting. She discusses suffering from depression in the past, reportedly, using prescribed Xanax and Prozac "to get by." She emphasized how recovery included shifting from the "victim mindset to growth mindset." Learn...
Martha Millan, Star of Fox's the Cleaning Lady: Growing up Filipina-Australian & the Significance of Portraying Filipinos on Network TV
March 12, 2022 21:43 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBMartha Millan is an Australian-Filipino actress and stars in the main cast as ‘Fiona Da La Rosa’ in FOX’s drama series “The Cleaning Lady.” From executive producers Miranda Kwok (“The 100”), Melissa Carter (“Queen Sugar”), Michael Offer (“Homeland,” “How to Get Away with Murder”), and Shay Mitchell (“You,” “Pretty Little Liars”) and based on the 2017 Argentinian show “La Chica Que Limpia,” “The Cleaning Lady” is a thrilling and emotional driven character drama about a whip-smart Cambodian do...
Serena Li, Founder of Duck Duck Books, Multi-lingual Children's Books Publisher: "Taboo" Topics: Struggling with Breast-feeding & Pelvic & Post-Partum Mental Health
March 05, 2022 19:57 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBSerena Li is an ad agency professional by day, and by night she’s Duck Duck Books' Founder and Editor-in-Chief. She was born in Guangzhou, raised in Houston, and spent much of her adult life in Seattle. She has long been involved in Equity & Inclusion efforts, in both the public sector and the corporate world. We sit down to discuss the scarcity of Multi-lingual books for children and the importance of DEI. *Trigger Warning: We discuss the "taboo" topics of Post-partum Depression, suicidal...
Serena Li, Founder of Duck Duck Books, Multi-lingual Children's Books Publisher: "Taboo" Topics: Struggling with Breast-feeding & Pelvic & Post-Partum Mental Health
March 05, 2022 19:57 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBSerena Li is an ad agency professional by day, and by night she’s Duck Duck Books' Founder and Editor-in-Chief. She was born in Guangzhou, raised in Houston, and spent much of her adult life in Seattle. She has long been involved in Equity & Inclusion efforts, in both the public sector and the corporate world. We sit down to discuss the scarcity of Multi-lingual books for children and the importance of DEI. *Trigger Warning: We discuss the "taboo" topics of Post-partum Depression, suicidal...
Dr. Tiffany Moon: Anesthesiologist & Bravo Housewife on Immigrating to the US, Coping with Post-partum Depression and Panic Attacks About Contracting COVID-19, and Saving Lives
February 26, 2022 23:53 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBIn our Season 4 premiere, we are honored to welcome Dr. Tiffany Moon, award-winning anesthesiologist, frontline worker, supermom to 6-year-old twins, and philanthropist. Dr. Moon took over televisions this year as the first medical doctor and first generation Chinese-American cast member in franchise history to be a part of “The Real Housewives of Dallas.” Sitting down, doctor to doctor, we talk about the unique challenges Asian Americans face working professionals and Mompreneurs. Dr....
Malik Adunni, Co-Author of Malik's Magic African Alphabet Hat: Leading with Kindness
February 07, 2022 19:50 - 45 minutes - 42 MBIn honor of our Season 3 Finale and Black History Month, we are fortunate to sit down with Malik Adunni, Co-author of Malik's Magic African Alphabet Hat. Malik and I discuss the importance of leading with and embodying kindness even in the face of adversity, our love of pineapples, and the value of traveling! We also discuss his journey of writing this book with his mother, which is an homage to his father who encouraged him to travel the world. ** Bio: Malik Adunni is a global connector...
Vincent Yee: The YA Series Everyone Needs to Put on Their Bookshelves, Clara Wu, an Epic Asian American Fantasy Series!
January 31, 2022 00:50 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBIn time for Lunar New Year, Asian American author, Vincent Yee will release the second book in the epic YA Asian American Fantasy, Clara Wu Series. He continues to work towards his vision: "To write for better Asian representation," and that he does, launching all five books in the series within a year! Vincent's first book was The Purple Heart, a story about love and courage, set during the Japanese American experience in WWII. His second book, the Tamago Stories is a collection of eight...
Tyler Ransom, Jazz Guitarist, Martial Artist, & Author: Growing Up with Kidney Disease and Bullying
January 21, 2022 20:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBTyler Ransom (20), an American singer-songwriter, Jazz guitarist, published author and the focus of a documentary (On Demand) titled ‘In the Shed.’ He is presently attending The New School of Performing Arts in NYC, studying Jazz guitar with music available on all streaming platforms. Tyler and I talk about him growing up with chronic kidney disease, coping with bullying as a mixed-race, male, finding your "why," and communicating through his music. Instagram
Fiona Rene: Coping with Grief & Substance Use Through Art, Acting, and "Emotional Cuddling"
January 10, 2022 19:28 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBFiona Rene has already built an impressive career, best known for her role as Lyla on Amazon Video’s “I Know What You Did Last Summer," and starring as Kara Lee on ABC’s “Stumptown.” Her other credits include ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” FOX’s “LA’s Finest,” and The CW’s “Jane the Virgin.” Fiona is also a successful voiceover actor in animation, radio, promo, narrative and commercial. Fun fact: She got her start in building immersive haunted house experiences! In this in-depth conversation with...
May Lee, Legendary Broadcast Journalist, Host, & Voice for the AAPI Community
December 06, 2021 00:01 - 47 minutes - 44.4 MBMay Lee is an award-winning broadcast journalist, host of the podcast The May Lee Show, adjunct professor at USC, and the Founder of Lotus Media House. We discuss her professional experience throughout Asia and America, including joining Oxygen Media (founded by Oprah Winfrey) in 2000 and working as a primary anchor in Singapore in 2004. In 2020, when anti-Asian hate crimes were increasing, Lotus Media House, partnered with NextShark, the leading Asian online news source, to launch "The May...
Neelu Kaur: A Unique Approach to Leadership Development
November 30, 2021 23:53 - 7 minutes - 7.43 MBNeelu Kaur is a Corporate Facilitator, Leadership & NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) Coach, and Stress Management Specialist. Neelu has 15 years of experience specializing in Adult Learning & Leadership Development in large organizations ranging from Financial Services to the Tech Industry. She is a certified Yoga Instructor, Ayurveda Specialist, and an Ericksonian-trained Hypnotherapist focused on bringing mindfulness and stress management practices to individuals, teams, and organization...
Dr. Tate Guelzow: Myth Busters, Assessment, and Prevention of Suicide
November 22, 2021 19:47 - 54 minutes - 54.2 MBDid you know that the suicide rates are highest in the Spring as opposed to Winter? Dr. Guelzow dispels myths about suicide, and discusses his approach to assessment and prevention of suicide. Dr. Tate Guelzow is a clinical psychologist specializing in Suicide Prevention. He earned his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from UC-Berkeley and completed his predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. In his current role, Dr. Guelzow assists in...
Needle Phobia Preventing You from Getting Vaccines? Exposure Therapy Can Help!
November 01, 2021 21:29 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBAccording to Dr. Jocelyn Sze, research indicates that 16% of the adult population and 25% of hospital workers report not getting the flu shot due to Needle Phobia, a fear of needles that limit one's ability to access healthcare. Needle Phobia is also a common reason people are not getting the COVID-19 vaccination, which is not commonly discussed as a barrier. Dr. Sze is an expert in implementing Exposure Therapy, and created a 2.5-hour protocol to assist individuals in confronting their fe...
Netflix's Squid Game from a Psychologist's Perspective
October 20, 2021 23:54 - 10 minutes - 9.91 MBSpoilers ahead! In this podcast episode, I examine the #1 most streamed Netflix show of all time, Squid Game from a psychologist's perspective. Disclaimer: This is not endorsed by Netflix and I have not provided services to any of the cast or crew.
5 Things I've Learned as I Near My Next Birthday!
October 05, 2021 00:08 - 6 minutes - 250 MB VideoRecorded in my best Anna Kendrick narrative voice, I reflect on 5 things I've learned as I approach my next birthday! This is a special 5-in-5; 5 lessons in 5 minutes. What lessons have you learned? Share with us on Instagram!
How Can You Connect With Your Parents When There's a Language Barrier? Play Parents Are Human!
September 19, 2021 20:34 - 47 minutes - 44.6 MBJoseph Lam is an Asian American entrepreneur who spent the last few years healing a broken and distant relationship with his immigrant parents. Joseph details the painful experience of having a "wall" between him and his parents, oftentimes feeling irritated by their behaviors. He sought to build intimacy in his relationship and co-created Parents Are Human, a bilingual connection card game designed to help immigrant families have deeper conversations and forge stronger ties. Joseph shares...
How Do You Climb the Corporate Ladder & Become Financially Free by 40? Dave Liu Shares!
September 12, 2021 18:58 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBDave Liu is a 30-year veteran of Wall Street and Silicon Valley and a dabbler in Hollywood. Cutting to the chase: We talk about his rise in Wall Street, exiting in his 40's, "owning" being an Asian American in corporate America, developing thick skin early due to being born with a cleft lip palate, continuing as a VC in Silicon Valley, and his soon-to-be released book, "The Way of the Wall Street Warrior: Conquer the Corporate Game Using Tips, Tricks, and Smartcuts." Bio: Dave Liu sta...
How Do You Cope with Imposter Syndrome & Social Comparison? Positive Self-Affirmations!
September 07, 2021 18:13 - 6 minutes - 6.57 MBIn this brief solo episode, I address how positive self-affirmations can help with combatting Imposter Syndrome & social comparison. It is rare to find someone who has never engaged in social comparison, as social media has created impossible standards of beauty, achievement, and a "great" life. For the full list of positive self-affirmations, consider joining our mailing list on our website. Join me today in saying, "I am enough."
Let's Talk About Poop, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), & Mental Health
August 28, 2021 21:24 - 39 minutes - 36.8 MBLaura Martin is the founder of the Healing to Happy Brand (est. 2017). She is known for her unique approach to gut health and mental wellness. After battling her way through Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), hypothyroidism, anxiety, hormonal imbalances, and skin issues, Laura found herself in an unhealthy relationship with food and knew there had to be a better solution. She dove into nutrition in order to “make peace with her enemy” in 2016 but that didn't resolve the IBS issues so advance...
Author's Corner, Ira Sukrungruang: What is the Role of Intimacy and Touch in a Relationship? What is Life Like Post-divorce?
August 22, 2021 21:41 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIra Sukrungruang, an American Book Award Winner is back with This Jade World (University of Nebraska Press, 10/21), a new memoir soon to be featured in the Chicago Tribune that seeks to confront Asian stereotypes and redefine the “divorce memoir” genre. Edited by Tobias Wolff and part of UNP’s esteemed American Lives Series, Ira recounts his experience as a Thai American as he returns to his ancestral roots while dealing with the dissolution of his marriage. Ira married young to an older p...
How does Akiko Stehrenberger, "Movie Poster Girl" Advocate for Pay Equity, Collaboration with Artists, & Co-parenting?
August 16, 2021 22:52 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBAkiko Stehrenberger is a 15-time CLIO award-winning movie poster illustrator and designer, who works with directors, movie studios, advertising and movie advertising agencies. She was deemed “Poster Girl” by Interview magazine in 2011, Creative Review dedicated their January 2011 Monograph to her illustrated movie posters. Her poster for “Bad Milo” was featured on the Conan show, and Vanity Fair included her “Funny Games” and “Kiss of the Damned” posters in their “Best Movie Posters of All ...
What does B-boying & Brotherhood Teach You About Life? Love, Loyalty, and Representation Matters!
August 11, 2021 23:48 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBAndrew Ha is the founder of HB Entertainment, an event production and experience company, named after the Ha Brothers who beginning in their youth built mutual love and respect through dance. HB Entertainment promotes the idea of interconnectedness by uniting communities together through the universal language of music, dance, and creativity. There is a dedication to empowering student communities, aspiring artists, and creatives/creators; Inspired by the imagination of the Walt Disney ex...
What Could You do if You Lost Motivation to Exercise During the Pandemic? Ria Patag Will Tell You!
July 31, 2021 22:41 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBRia Patag is an 18-year-old entrepreneur, podcast host, and fitness influencer. With her extensive weightlifting and nutrition experience, she focuses on content creation to help others learn about fitness. She founded an activewear brand called Bolt Active. Bolt’s unapologetic and bold branding aims to help young women feel represented and welcome in the fitness space, particularly in a male-dominated industry. We discuss ways to increase motivation to exercise, particularly since many los...
Reinhardt Kenneth: Expressing Emotions Through High Fashion Photography
July 26, 2021 19:30 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBReinhardt Kenneth is a LA-based Indonesian Fashion & Celebrity Photographer. He was a prodigy at just 14. He was discovered by Vogue Italia’s late Franca Sozzani and has since been featured in the likes of The Louvre, Vogue Italia, Art Basel Miami, and many other prestigious platforms. His ability to transform a social message/issue into fashionable yet thought-provoking imagery has granted him a true platform of creation and revolution. We talk about being born into a fashion family, and ...
What does Pro Race Car Driving, Falsies, & Female Empowerment Have in Common? Samantha Tan
July 12, 2021 19:15 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBSamantha Tan is a 23-year-old, Chinese Canadian professional race car driver and owner of Samantha Tan Racing, who has already established herself as a trailblazer within the motorsport community. Humble, thoughtful, and ambitious, Samantha is relentless in her pursuit to achieve her goals, no matter the adversity. Her journey is empowering women and POC while inspiring the next generation to follow their dreams. Built from passion, ambition, and a dream, Samantha Tan Racing was establishe...