Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast
98 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago -Mayly Tao is a Teochew, Khmer, and Thai first generation Asian American woman based out of Southern California who is the host of Short & Sweet Podcast. She explores themes relating to women empowerment, entrepreneurs, and uplifting and highlighting AAPI stories. She shares a fresh outlook on a variety of topics, sharing anecdotes regarding small business, systems, branding, and partnerships from her experience of owning her own bakery and multiple businesses. She brings on guests in a variety of industries, including women in tech, cannabis, philanthropy, and much more. At the end of her podcast, she has her guests share five golden nuggets or takeaway messages to her listeners. You can support her here: https://linktr.ee/maylytao
Mayly Tao is LA’s self-proclaimed Donut Princess, owner of Donut Princess Los Angeles, a donut bouquet delivery concept. You can find her ”Securing the Box” at @donutprincessla. She stars in the Donut King Documentary, as seen on Hulu and across domestic flights across the US. Her uncle, Ted Ngoy, sponsored hundreds of Cambodians to come to America and helped them manage and own their own donut shops. She also has her own YouTube where she visits Cambodian-owned donut shops and highlights their stories. She hopes to elevate Asian American voices and representation and vows to create a legacy for the next generation of Asian Americans.
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96. How to Attract Your Dream Life Living Clutter-Free: Transforming Spaces and Deepening Relationships with Mai Serenity
November 20, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBIn this episode, I present Mai from 'Mai Serenity Space.' We go way back, and she's not just a guest; she's family. Today's podcast is about the incredible journey Mai has taken in the world of organizing and decluttering. We kick things off by diving into our own experiences with the law of attraction and how our perspectives have evolved over time. Turns out, there's a powerful connection between decluttering physical spaces and deepening relationships. We share personal stories, like how ...
95. Somatic Aliveness: Rediscovering Your Authentic Self with Lauraine Mann
November 13, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBIn this episode of my podcast, "Short and Sweet," I had the privilege of having Lauraine Mann who is a psycho-somatic therapist with expertise in psychology and energy healing. Our conversation delved into the fascinating world of somatic therapy, emphasizing the crucial connection between our minds and bodies. Lauraine shared her personal journey and how somatic therapy had a profound impact on her life, allowing her to explore and unlock deeply buried emotions and experiences stored in her...
94. Cracking the Code of Branding: Journey to Empower Entrepreneurs with Sarah Sambles
November 06, 2023 14:00 - 52 minutes - 73.2 MBIn the world of branding and marketing, Sarah Sambles, a copywriter and coach, passionately helps small business owners, especially those in content-based fields like coaching, writing, and education, define their core message. She excels in crafting narrative-based copy that not only appeals to their audience but also authentically represents who they are. Sarah's journey into coaching and branding began when she realized her knack for marketing while working in a high-tech agency in Englan...
93. Unleashing Subconscious Transformation: The Power of Psych K with Rosemary Kelly
October 30, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 55.6 MBRosemary Kelly’s journey takes us from her early desire to become a nurse, where she showcased her nurturing nature by caring for everyone, even her dog, to her remarkable 18-year career as a dietitian, where she helped people understand the importance of nutrition and its role in health. Later, she ventured into the field of transpersonal psychology, and it was there that she discovered the transformative power of Psych K. Rosemary explains how Psych K taps into the subconscious mind, highl...
92. Unveiling Career Safari: Stories of Empowerment with Wamite Muthara
October 23, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 53.6 MBIn this episode, I'm excited to welcome Wamite Muthara as our special guest, the founder of Career Safari, a platform that spotlights and celebrates the diverse career journeys of women who are challenging what it means to be successful. We dive into inspiring career stories and discuss the empowerment of women in various stages of their professional lives. Wamite takes us on a journey through her own career path, sharing how she transitioned from fundraising for nonprofits to the tech secto...
91. Unlocking Your Inner Calm: Five Golden Nuggets for Nervous System Regulation with Dr. Rhysa Sisco
October 16, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBIn today’s episode of the podcast, I have Dr. Rhysa Sisco with me. She is a life and business empowerment mentor who has helped hundreds of people transform their lives by resetting their relationship with money, releasing limiting beliefs, and attracting abundance to live a life of alignment and freedom. Our conversation is a captivating journey through the intricacies of the nervous system and its profound impact on our lives. This episode delves into Rhysa's personal childhood experiences...
90. Exploring Identity and AAPI Perspectives with Abby Borden: A Conversation with Mayly Tao
October 09, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 57.7 MBAbby Borden (Founder, Table Set Go) is a Freelance Event Producer specializing in food & beverage. Her client list has included the Grammys, Elton John AIDS Foundation, Warner Brothers, Amazon Studios, the Dodgers and the James Beard Foundation and she has been the Producer for Regarding Her Food’s 10-day Festival, since its inception in 2021. Her goal for every event is that guests are well fed, thoroughly entertained, and still talking about it when they leave. The daughter of a dipl...
89. “Moulino Tan of Phnom Penh Noodle House Interviews and Chats with Mayly Tao, Donut Princess: Unveiling Her Book, 'An American Dream with Sprinkles"
October 02, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 67.9 MBFor the first time in Short N’ Sweet Podcast history, Mayly Tao is interviewed instead of interviewing her guest by owner Moulino Tan of Phnom Penh Noodle Shack to explore her book, "An American Dream with Sprinkles: The Legacy Story of the Donut Queen and Donut Princess." They delve into sharing common family backgrounds with stories of their parents' survival of the Khmer Rouge and helping their family businesses while their parents assimilated here in America. When 2nd generation of im...
88. Vanntastic Sweets: How a Khmer-Owned Macaron Business in Fresno Is Expanding - An Entrepreneur's Viewpoint with Pesith Vann
September 25, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 59.1 MBPesith Vann, born in Long Beach, California but raised in Fresno. Built Vanntastic Sweets from just the presence of friends and family. Started off as a private chef then sold madeleines from home, and expanded to macarons. Through their presence at farmer’s markets to wholesaling to retail and boba shops, Vanntastic Sweets has expanded to around California. Stay in touch with them on IG: @vanntasticsweets or place an order with them at vanntasticsweets.com! Here are five "Golde...
87. Exploring Literature, Identity, and Art with Khmer Author Sokunthary Svay
August 28, 2023 13:00 - 55 minutes - 32.4 MB𝗦𝗼𝗸𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘃𝗮𝘆 is a talented writer and founding member of the Cambodian American Literary Arts Association (CALAA). Discover her journey as a poet and academic as she shares insights into her groundbreaking works, including her opera "Woman of Letters" and the forthcoming hybrid memoir "Put it on Record." From her poetic reflections on life in New York City to her involvement in the opera world and literary community, 𝗦𝘃𝗮𝘆's voice and experiences are unique to the Khmer experience. Tune in...
86. Breaking Barriers and Creating Space: Helene Servillon's Journey in Entrepreneurship
August 21, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBHelene Servillon is a first generation Filipino-American from San Francisco that is a multi-faceted entrepreneur, operator and venture capitalist across emerging industries. She is a Founding Partner of JourneyOne Ventures, a 100% woman and minority-owned cannabis and psychedelics fund who was named a top global exec to watch in the cannabis industry by Benzinga. Outside of JourneyOne, Helene is a Senior Advisor at Bowen, a growth tech investment bank with a 20 year track record in M&A. She...
85. From Humble Beginnings to Multimillionaire: The Entrepreneur's Journey with Rashaan Mitchell "PushMan Mitch"
August 03, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 66.2 MBRashaan Mitchell is not your average entrepreneur. He is a visionary, a risk-taker, and a true inspiration for all those who aspire to achieve greatness. His story is a living testament to the power of determination and resilience, showing us that no matter the obstacles we face, we can rise above them and achieve remarkable success. Picture this: a young man growing up in Southwest Philly, a neighborhood plagued by poverty and adversity. Despite the challenging living conditions, Pushman...
84. Liquor Store Dreams: A Journey of Identity and Generational Dreams with So Yun Um
July 27, 2023 13:00 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBSo Yun Um's directorial debut documentary feature film, "Liquor Store Dreams," made its world premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival. The film delves into the experiences of second-generation Korean American children of Liquor Store owners in the LA area, shedding light on their unique challenges. Her work has been screened at prestigious events including the Tribeca Film Festival, Busan International Film Festival, BFI London, and more. In addition to her accomplishments, So Yun Um is c...
83. From Boat to Mind: Len's Journey of Freedom, Engineering, and Martial Arts
July 20, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBIn 1982, Len and his father along with twenty-three people left Vietnam on a small fishing boat to find freedom. After 21 days at sea, they were rescued and brought to the Hong Kong refugee camp. After almost a year at the refugee camps in Hong Kong and the Philippines, they settled in New York City. In 1998, Len graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering. He has been working as an engineer and a supervisor at the Patent and Trademark Office for more than two decades....
82. The Veil Between Two Worlds: A Journey of Identity and Writing with Christina Vo
June 15, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 59.5 MBChristina Vo is a writer who previously worked for international organizations in Vietnam and Switzerland, including UNICEF and the World Economic Forum, respectively. She also ran a floral design business in San Francisco, as well as worked as a donor relations writer for the University of California, San Francisco. Christina is a graduate of the London School of Economics and Political Science, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She currently rides in Santa Fe, New Mexico...
81. How Donut Kids Make Their Parents Proud In America with Adam Vaun
June 01, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBOwner of DK’s Donuts Orange County, Co-founder of The Doughnut Parlor and Downtown Donuts and Coffee in the city of Brea, Adam Vaun is Mayly’s 3rd cousin. He’s a donut kid who is grateful and proud to be part of a family that has impacted the donut industry. He’s continuously looking for more innovative ways to improve the donut industry and always looking for new inspiration and challenges for growth. On this episode, we explore the traditional and untraditional paths that first and second ...
80. Why Corporate Jobs Are Not A Safety Net with Jessica Fialkovich
May 04, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MBJessica Fialkovich grew up in New Jersey, her grandparents were entrepreneurs, and her dad saw the ups and down of small business owner life. Some weeks were great, and some weeks were terrible. Her dad decided that entrepreneurship was not his gig, and he went into education. Jessica was raised in a typical way: Get a good job Work for a corporate company And that what she exactly did. She pursued a career in sports management, sports entertainment, right out of college, ...
79. Things You Should Know In Starting A Business with Hunny Hach
April 13, 2023 15:00 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBHunny is a second-generation Cambodian-American who was born in San Diego, California and raised in Long Beach. She is a local artist and active member of the Cambodian community, DJ-ing at many venues from Hollywood in LA to Orange County to Cambodia. She is the creator and co-founder of Qhmer, a Khmer LGBTQ+ organization to promote positive representation of LGBTQ+ Khmers in both the Cambodian and queer community. She recently joined the United Cambodian Community as a program coordinator ...
78. How to celebrate the death of the people pleaser with Nisha Mody
March 16, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBNisha Mody (she/her) is a Feminist Healing Coach, Writer, and Library Advocate. She has dabbled in many careers including consultant, recruiter, speech therapist, and librarian. She came out on the other side seeing how her values of curiosity, humility, interdependence, unlearning, delight, and liberation were the common thread and fueled her careers. Nisha supports organizations and humans to lead relationally instead of transactionally through knowing their values and boundaries, remember...
77. Your Journey Is Uniquely Yours with Miss Theo
February 23, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBTheodora Yang is a Reiki Master and Intuitive Soul Guide on a mission to help you activate, heal, and recharge. With a grounded yet free-spirited view on life, Theo brings enthusiasm, heart and passion to her projects whether it's being an energy healer, singer-songwriter, egg roll master, entertainer, photographer and/or teacher. As a Reiki Master, she guides you on a journey of self discovery and healing through the use of energy flow, intuitive messages, sounds and frequencies. Her missio...
76. Let’s talk about Inclusivity with Daveth
February 16, 2023 14:00 - 52 minutes - 73.2 MBDaveth was born in Cambodia, and moved to the US at the age of 10 where English became his second language. He understood the disconnect between Khmer people living in different countries needed- a need to reconnect to their culture through the Khmer language. Daveth also shares about his experience being Queer and sharing his vision of inclusivity for all. “I want to create a space where when people show up to my class, they identify as someone who has a seat at the table and they’re ...
75. The Khmer Renaissance: Reclaiming Identity with founder Sotheara Lim
February 09, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBSotheara Lim is a 2nd generation Khmer American of Khmer, Teochew, and Vietnamese ancestry. He founded Khmer Renaissance during the height of the pandemic and has grown the community to over 10,000 followers in a year. At its core, Khmer Renaissance looks to provide visibility and validation for the Khmer experience by highlighting Khmer creativity, thought leadership, culture, and collective resilience. While in the past, the Khmer identity has been one of constant silence and invisibility,...
74. How to Build Your Brand with Your Significant Partner? with Bayou Bennett
December 15, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 61.6 MBIn 2007, the dynamic husband and wife filmmaker duo of Bayou Bennett and Daniel Lir founded Dream Team Directors. Their vision was to combine imagination, humor, beauty and a desire to positively impact the world through their stunning creative work. They started their collaboration as writer/director with the viral hit “Text Me” which won multiple awards, was featured in Teen Vogue, Seventeen, NY Press and voted for honors by Execs at Fox Searchlight, DreamWorks, MTV, New Regency. Th...
73. The Story of Cambodian Cowboy with Chad Phuong
November 23, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBThe "Cambodian Cowboy" now feeds his Long Beach neighborhood Texas-style BBQ with a distinctively Cambodian touch after moving to Texas as an adult after arriving in the United States as a refugee. Chad is always working to develop this brand-new concept of taking Cambodian culture and infusing it with community. He shares his life story through his exploration of careers to finally finding his calling in serving his community through his food. He believes in the second generation of leaders...
72. Employee Turned Full Time Business Investor/Operator with Jessie James Balantac
November 15, 2022 14:00 - 59 minutes - 82.6 MBJessie James Balantac’s first encounter of money was selling some items out of his garage and slowly contemplating how he should make money moving forward. He started his first corporate job in Stockton, CA in order to support his mom as a single mother. He spent some years in the network marketing space, which taught him valuable lessons, and with the help of his mentors, finally found his calling as an entrepreneur by owning multiple businesses and dominating the credit space. Jessie Balan...
71. Death in Cambodia with Dorothy Chow
November 02, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBToday’s guest is Dorothy Chow who is the host of her own podcast “Death in Cambodia Life in America,” which helps her and her father process the trauma experienced during the Khmer Rouge. In NorCal, she serves as the CEO of B&H Bakery Distributors, which is a coincidence as Mayly’s uncle had owned B&H Distributors back in the 80s! Dorothy dives into the effect of generational trauma in our own lives and how to process it. The following golden nuggets will help you explore how you can explo...
70. Passion vs. Practicality: What it's Like to Make Money Doing What You Love with Kat Lieu
October 17, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 65 MBKat Lieu is a remarkable community leader for anyone interested in Asian baking! Born in Montreal, her journey never started this way as she worked as a physical therapist and lymphedema expert for 13 years. However, she found a way to bring bakers together during the pandemic through creating Subtle Asian Baking, where people share recipes and collaborate together on baking their favorite Asian pastries, cakes, and cookies. Food is a huge expressions of love language, and baking has been a ...
69. North Carolina Rising Architect with Amman Jordan
September 15, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBAmman Jordan is from Durham. North Carolina, who currently has a day job but finds his real passion through his music. He is dedicating his life mission to bridging the gap between Blacks and Asians and hopes to give some advice on allyship. Five golden nuggets on allyship: You won’t convince everyone on your view Stand by your convictions Always take the opportunity to learn Everyone’s experience is important Treat others with compassion because there are good and bad elements of ...
68. A Star in the Making with Soup Pha
August 25, 2022 13:00 - 57 minutes - 80.9 MBSoup Pha is a singer, actor, and host of “A Taste of Soup” on Khmer TV. He grew up in Long Beach, California, in a middle class family. Listen in as he explains his journey through navigating through entertainment. Get to know more about how singing was just a dream before it turned into a passion to express his emotions. Keep in touch with him here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soup_phaofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFUVFmNpWvMmH0CQba2txrA Five w...
67. Legacy, Creativity, and Philanthropy with Long Beach Artist GFunkSupreme (Borey Chau)
August 04, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 46 MBBorey Chau also known as G Funk Supreme, grew up in Long Beach, California. Listen in as he defines what growing up in Long Beach was like, including the stereotypes, the discrimination, and the obstacles that he had to overcome to be successful. His definition of success is not only inspiring as a role model for the community but also shares his powerful vision of creating a self-sufficient community through philanthropy and hope. Borey currently produces music and raps. He gives back to hi...
66. Mixing Mindset with Chocolate with Alexa Silvaggio
July 07, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MBAlexa Silvaggio is a wellness entrepreneur based in Los Angeles. She is a teacher, TEDX speaker, writer, podcast host, retreat leader, and CEO of Ritch Chocolate Rituals, a mindfulness chocolate brand. She encourages you to cultivate a more loving relationship with your body and yourself through all she teaches. In this episode, Alexa shares her journey of being an entrepreneur while also finding and encouraging wellness. She explores the concept of mindset through both movement and pleasu...
65. Fueling the Modern Women Startup Through Community with Elisabeth Tuttass
June 30, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBIn today’s episode, @grid110 head of Community, Elisabeth Tuttass shares how humble beginnings growing up as a third culture kid (defined as a child who grows up in a culture different from the one in which his or her parents grew up.) She’s been making waves for women entrepreneurs and giving them access to resources and a chance to network through Grid110. Grid110 is a non-profit economic and community development organization dedicated to creating a clear path to the success of youn...
64. Asian American Representation in the Cannabis Industry with Ophelia Chong
June 23, 2022 13:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBFounder of Asian Americans for Cannabis Education Ophelia Chong believes in the significance of Asian American representation in the cannabis industry. In this episode, you will learn more about cannabis and how Chong is actively advocating for Asian Americans to be involved in cannabis. She is a constant connector in the industry and continues to make amazing achievements. Keep in touch with her @opheliaswims. “Me growing up as a first-generation Asian American here, there's so ...
63. A Hobby that Blossomed into a Successful Business with Noah Sivan
June 16, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MBThe Sivan Collection, founded and creatively designed by Noah Sivan, was the business that was never meant to be. What began as a hobby has grown into a bustling lifestyle brand that is becoming a fixture in many homes along the California coast. Noah Sivan had a vision of presenting effortless and refined products that are both affordable and visually appealing. The Sivan Collection adds uniqueness and creativity to the modern space and prides itself on presenting a refined and styli...
62. How It Feels To Not Belong In Your Surroundings And To Live With The Stereotypes Imposed By Society With Chinese Asian Journey Kan
June 09, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBJourney strikes the reader as more than just a genuinely nice person right off the bat. Her attitude is vast, and she is extremely expressive. As well as believe that trying to highlight how our residents are up to not only uncovers familiarity, and ends up feeling those in several ways. Journey Kan is an Aquarius sun, Libra rising, and Capricorn Moon. She is also a group fitness instructor based in Santa Monica, CA with over 7 years of experience teaching Lagree Fitness, an athletic ...
61. The Late Bloomer Success of a Korean Entrepreneur Elaine Cha
June 02, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBHaving dedicated her entire adolescent years to music, Elaine took her talents off the stage and decided to perform in the world of entrepreneurship. She founded her own event planning company called Doctor Events, specializing in a broad spectrum of events from corporate events to expos to weddings. As her passion for event planning started to run its course, she started her endeavors in influencer marketing and launched her own agency, Beverly Hills Society at the ripe age of 32. ...
60. Immigrants: Asian Family x Food and Delicacies with Olivia Thai
May 05, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBOlivia Thai is a singer, entrepreneur, and talented Teochew American who shares her story and upbringing. Olivia and Mayly can definitely relate on a lot of the topics- from having to start being business minded at a young age to their elders expressing their love language through food. “I remember when I first started working, like being old enough to work and I got a job and it was like a nine to five. Yeah, mom asked me she was like, why are you working? And I'll be like, because t...
59. The Advantages and Disadvantages Of An Immigrant Turned Into A Successful Author with Franziska Pugh
April 28, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBIn another episode, another female author is here. Franziska shared how her life in Germany and Michigan. How it's hard but she takes it to her advantage in achieving her goals, which turned her now into a successful author with published books. She also emphasizes that it's not easy to be a successful author, for trials will come. “Would I love to be an author? Yes, I think I don't know if you are an author, I am an author. But what a time author I am. I am and I write all the time, b...
58. A Fictional Fantasy Through the Eyes of a Latinx Woman with Lauren Pena
April 21, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBIn continuation of having authors who wrote their true to life experiences. Today’s guest is Lauren Pena and she will talk about the interesting parts of book writing that she discovered while exploring and also writing her book at the same time. And yes, it also started with her mom who made her journey to America made Pena get the interest to write a book about her mom “Like creating the space so that when a Latin woman or an immigrant woman or any woman is reading it, they ca...
57. An Ode to Mom- Amy M. Le’s Leap to Full Time AAPI Author
April 07, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBToday’s guest is Amy M. Le who will tell her journey as an author. It started when her mother passed away which shattered her world. It made her think about what she should do next. Being a refugee and immigrant to America made it much harder which led her to get to know her heritage and her roots. Getting to know more about her life turned into 360 when she became the author of the book of a trilogy that revolves around her Vietnamese mother’s journey to the United States after the f...
56. How to Write the Book You’ve Always Wanted to Write featuring Young Female Author Iman Hariri-Kia
March 17, 2022 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBMy guest for this episode is Iman Hariri-Kia. She is a very inspiring individual who’s balancing both full time jobs as well as working on her book. She is a New York-based writer, editor, and author. A 2017 recipient of the Annabelle Bonner Medal and a nationally acclaimed journalist, she covers sex, relationships, identity, adolescence, and more. Her debut novel, A HUNDRED OTHER GIRLS, will be published in August 2022. In this episode, she will talk more about her background and how she s...
55. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Tyler Skinner
March 03, 2022 14:00 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MBFor today’s episode, I have the opportunity to sit down with Tyler Skinner, a serial entrepreneur who re-invented again and again to create and cultivate connections and community collaborations that enhance social & cultural shifts by bringing people together to believe in something bigger than themselves and to see the magic in motivation. And today, we will talk about imposter syndrome and fear and learning to adapt to it. Aside from that, Tyler will also give you her golden nuggets that ...
54. Breaking Through the Cycles of Generational Trauma with Vannary Kong
February 24, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBVannary Kong was born in Fresno, California and raised in Indianapolis. She is an Afro-Asian who’s very passionate about not only what's going on in Southeast Asia, but also how it affects the United States. Vannary is the country director of the ASEAN Youth Organizations and was also actively involved with three other regional, multilateral bodies. And for today’s episode, she will talk about her experience and the challenges she faced as someone who was raised from two cultures especially ...
53. Using Language & Content to Bridge The Gap Between Cultures with C Crave
February 17, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBFor today’s episode, we have Christopher Cravens known as C Crave who is an African-American who grew up in a Cambodian-American community in Stockton. He puts out a type of content that really has a dedication in promoting culture even though it’s different from his. And today, he will share about the Asian culture, the food, and the language that he grew up with. He will also share his five golden nuggets that will definitely help someone who’s just starting out or for someone who also gre...
52. Keeping the Culture Alive with Joe Ngo
October 11, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 14.6 MBJoe Ngo is an NYC-based actor, writer, and musician who had the honor of performing on major stages all over the United States, including the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, South Coast Repertory, Baltimore Center Stage, and ACT Theatre in Seattle. Some of his recent works include Cambodian Rock Band, All's Well That Ends Well, King of the Yees, Vietgone, The White Snake, 'Hamlet/Tyrants, Lovers, Liars', Henry IV: Part I, and The Taming of the Shrew. In today’s episode, Joe will talk abou...
51. Accomplishing Objectives in the Toy Industry with Jeremy Padawer
October 04, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 18.1 MBFor today’s episode, we have Jeremy Padawer, an American businessman, Internet entrepreneur, and animated television producer. He is the Co-President of the leading multi-brand toy company, Wicked Cool Toys. Jeremy was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. Today, he will share his journey towards success and how he started his toy career. He will also give his 5 golden nuggets about productivity and what kept him going all these years. If you want to know more about Jeremy and his journe...
50. Bringing People Together through Boba Ice Cream with Charn Bak
September 27, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 11.8 MBWe’re moving into a new era where experiential flavors and familiar flavors, bound together like a hybrid. In this episode, Charn Bak talks about his business, The Boba Ice Cream, where he is bringing these trendy flavors and mixing them with the Boba concept. He talks about how he incorporated his Asian background through the flavors and also, Charn talks about the idea behind his business, the process, and everything you need to know about Boba! He will share his 5 golden nuggets – his wor...
49. Behind The Scene with Actor James Tang
July 05, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 72.8 MBJames Tang is an actor and producer, known for Batfished, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and NCIS: Los Angeles. He is an Asian-American mainly a Teochew. In today’s episode, he’s gonna walk us through his journey in becoming an actor and the struggles that he encounters when it comes to the stereotype about Asian people, especially Asian men in the entertainment industry. He will also give his 5 golden nuggets about aspiring Asian-American people who want to get started on the path of becoming an actor...
48. Bringing People Together with Philippa Hughes
June 28, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 45.1 MBIn today’s episode, we have Philippa Hughes, a Social Sculptor and Creative Strategist who produces creative projects that transform society through humanizing and compassionate conversations between people who might not normally meet. She facilitates a dinner where she invites politically diverse guests to talk to each other face-to-face and share their experiences and views without the filter. Today, she will talk about understanding what it meant to be American and bringing people togethe...
47. Discovering Who You Are: The Talk with Quincy Surasmith
June 21, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 70.2 MBQuincy Surasmith is a Thai-Teochew American actor and journalist based in Los Angeles. He hosts and produces Asian Americana, a podcast about Asian American culture and history. Acting-wise, Quincy has been featured on Conan and can be heard as the voice and lyricist behind Thai Chip and Dale on Disney's Mickey Mouse. His work has also been featured in LAist and on KPCC. For today’s episode, he will share his story and experiences of being a Thai-Teochew. To know more about him and his story...