Simmer Down with Viv
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★ - 23 ratingsWelcome to Simmer Down with Viv. I’m your host Vivian Chan. Each week we will dive into topic that I’m hungry for. I may or may not have a friend that will join me. The conversation maybe a sweet one or just plain salty but I promise you that it will be full of well-balanced flavors. So much flavor that you can taste it with a recipe that dedicated to that specific episode. Be sure to follow Simmer Down with Viv on Instagram for all recipe links, updates and info. Now get comfy because we are going to turn the heat on low, let the baby bubbles pop and simmer down into this week’s juicy conversation.Simmer Down with Viv is produced by Vivian Chan and edited by the amazingly talented Traci Gushiken from withyoumedia. Thank you for listening.
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S2 EP12: Stress Awareness and Tips to Cope
April 03, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 9.82 MBEpisode 12: Stress Awareness and Tips to Cope Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? Especially during this quarantine, stress can overtake our wellbeing. Believe it or not, stress can cause serious physical and mental health issues. That is why it is so important to recognize the signs and learn how to cope. I share the tips that have helped me during stressful times in my life, specifically these past few weeks. Featured recipe: New England Clam Chowder
S2 EP11: Pandemic Supermarket Sweep
March 26, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBEpisode 11: Pandemic Supermarket Sweep. With everyone in quarantine and the shelter in place in full effect. It is so important to stock up the pantry, fridge, and freezer with food that is versatile, filling and nourishing. That's why this week, I am focusing on the shopping list during those limited supermarket trips. Some items are known staples while others might be unknown and unfamiliar. I'll share budget-friendly tips, reasons why some items are an absolute must and more importantly ...
S2 EP10: Being an Asian American in 2020
March 20, 2020 02:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBEpisode 10: Being an Asian American in 2020. In the past decade, Asian Americans have experienced highs and lows. Gaining momentum in Hollywood while battling stereotypes and everyday racism. This week, I am joined by my friend and cinematographer, Serena Kuo, to discuss what we have learned to help us grow from these issues while paving the way for future Asians Americans. Featured recipe: Ants Climbing a Tree
S2 EP9: To Eat or Not to Eat.
March 13, 2020 19:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBEpisode 9: To Eat or Not to Eat. With social media, today’s world is obsessed with looks and body image. However, to achieve the perfect figure, it may cost more than just the app you download. It may cost your life or serious long term side effects. This week, we dive into my personal battle with my past eating disorders. Featured recipe: Mapo Tofu
S2 EP8: Mentorship. A mentor, a mentee and everything in between.
February 28, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBEpisode 8: Mentorship. A mentor, a mentee and everything in between. I have always searched for a mentorship that would enrich my professional life. I am lucky enough to say that I have a few mentors that guide me in both a professional and personal setting. Yet the most important part of being a mentee is to know the signs of a bad mentor. This week’s conversation is all mentorships, from why, who and what this relationship can mean? How to develop a solid bond with a mentor and what it me...
S2 EP7: Boss Lady Hustle - Eunice.
February 21, 2020 03:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBEpisode 7: Boss Lady Hustle - Eunice Who is ready for a BRAND NEW episode of Boss Lady Hustle! This week, I had the privilege to sit down and chat with the co-founder of Material, Eunice Byun. She explains how an idea became a passion and finally a company. Trying to launch a brand from a grassroots level and balancing life as a full-time corporate executive, a mom, and a wife! Eunice is the definition of a true lady who hustled until she became the boss of an incredibly successful and mean...
S2 EP6: Love is...
February 14, 2020 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBEpisode 6: Love is... Happy Valentine's Day gals and guys! There are so many different types of love. This week's conversation is all about the many forms of love I have in my life and how each kind helps me grow on a daily basis. Which one will you connect most with? Featured recipe: Rosy Chocolate Fudge
S2 EP5: What birthdays mean to me?
February 07, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBEpisode 5: What birthdays mean to me? Happy birthday to me! I can say that now but it wasn’t always like that. I have experienced good, bad and some just plain extra birthdays. Is there truth to the saying, another year older, another year wiser? Featured recipe: Longevity Peach Buns
S2 EP4: Happy Lunar New Year!
January 24, 2020 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBEpisode 4: Happy Lunar New Year! Gong Hey Fat Choy! Let’s celebrate the Year of the Rat together. This week it’s all about the things to eat, the history of the Chinese Zodiac Signs, the preparation leading up to the new year and most importantly where the festivities are going to be! Featured recipe: Longevity Mushroom Noodles
S2 EP4: Happy Lunar New Year!
January 24, 2020 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBEpisode 4: Happy Lunar New Year! Gong Hey Fat Choy! Let’s celebrate the Year of the Rat together. This week it’s all about the things to eat, the history of the Chinese Zodiac Signs, the preparation leading up to the new year and most importantly where the festivities are going to be! Featured recipe: Longevity Mushroom Noodles
S2 EP3: Boss Lady Hustle - Traci.
January 17, 2020 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBEpisode 3: Boss Lady Hustle - Traci NEW SERIES DEBUT! Welcome to the FIRST episode of Boss Lady Hustle! As promised, 2020 will be filled with women empowerment. This series is all about inspiring ladies and queens that hustle through challenging obstacles to rise up and become a boss of their own destiny. They designed a life they wanted, they love and they are now living it! Our first boss lady is Traci Gushiken. Below is a little taste of who she is: “As founder of With You Media, I am a...
S2 EP2: Moneys
January 10, 2020 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBEpisode 2: Moneys. Budgets. Debts. Savings. It can all be very overwhelming especially when it's all at once! No one really talks about money because it's a sensitive topic. But what if I told you, that it really shouldn't be! This week, we are going to figure out how to turn money into moneys $$$! Featured recipe: Classic Roast Chicken and Leftover Stock
S2 EP1: Goals for 2020
January 03, 2020 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBEpisode 1: Goals for 2020. Happy new year and happy season 2! As I welcome this new decade with open arms, I am also entering 2020 with big goals and changes. I share my resolutions and my plans to make dreams into reality. Featured recipe: Matzo Ball Soup for the Soul
EP15: Thank You for allowing me be vulnerable.
November 22, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBSeason Finale is here! This week is all about being vulnerable and how one person inspired me to start this podcast. We made it through Season 1 together! Featured recipe: The Perfect Fried Chicken Sandwich
EP15: Thank You for allowing me be vulnerable.
November 22, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBSeason Finale is here! This week is all about being vulnerable and how one person inspired me to start this podcast. We made it through Season 1 together! Featured recipe: The Perfect Fried Chicken Sandwich
EP14: To All the Baby Boys I've Loved Before
November 15, 2019 02:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBHe loves me. He loves me not. Relationships are filled with ups and downs. The important thing is to learn from them. I share my experience with past loves and how it has changed me for the better. My broken heart ignited a path to self-love. Featured recipe: Better Than Takeout Pork Fried Rice
EP14: To All the Baby Boys I've Loved Before
November 15, 2019 02:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBHe loves me. He loves me not. Relationships are filled with ups and downs. The important thing is to learn from them. I share my experience with past loves and how it has changed me for the better. My broken heart ignited a path to self-love. Featured recipe: Better Than Takeout Pork Fried Rice
EP13: NYC Holiday Top Sights and Bites
November 08, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBEpisode 13: NYC Holiday Top Sights and Bites Nothing beats New York City during the holiday season. There is something in that air that is extraordinary. This week it's all about my 5 places to visit, 5 places to eat, and a secret 5 secret spots that is close to my heart. Listen and be inspired to come visit during the most magical time of the year. Trust me I'm a native New Yorker! Featured recipe: NYC Black and White Cookies
EP12: Going Greener
November 01, 2019 02:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBEpisode 12: Going Greener Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. This week it’s all about taking steps to make a smaller carbon footprint! I was inspired by a field trip to the SIMS Municipal Recycling Center. Let’s bust some of the most common recycling myths and learn 5 easy ways to reduce everyday waste together. Featured recipe: Carrot Top Pesto
EP11: Signs of a Frenemy
October 25, 2019 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBFriend or Foe? How can you tell apart a genuine friend vs a frenemy? I share the 5 signs to look out for and how to turn those negative experiences into positive ones. Featured recipe: Mini Doughnut Cakes
EP10: Meet the Parents
October 18, 2019 00:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBEpisode 10: Meet the Parents They are the people who have known me the longest, my parents. The evolution of this strong bond is this week’s topic. It was a long and bumpy road but without the bad, I would have never known and understood why. They loved me the best way they knew how to. Meet Mama and Papa Chan. Featured recipe: Mama’s Garlicky & Tangy Spare Rib Tips
EP09: Work Life Balance
October 11, 2019 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBEpisode 9: Work-Life Balance One week has 168 hours. My work schedule averages out to be 75 hours each week. I try to sleep for at least 6+ hours a night, but what about everything else? This week’s conversation is about finding a balance between life, work and me time. Featured recipe: Shrimp and Kale Salad
EP08: Hello God, it's me.
October 04, 2019 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBEpisode 8: Hello God, it’s me. My relationship with God is a unique one. We met when I was an adult and it has changed my life. Join me as I share my journey through this week’s conversation. Featured recipe: Avocado Deviled Eggs
EP07: First Year of Marriage
September 27, 2019 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBI cannot believe Jay and I are celebrating our first wedding anniversary. I share what I’ve learned about marriage, how I feel about being a wife and other common topics couples encountered the first 365 days. Featured recipe: Our Wedding Cake
EP06: Meet Traci, Our Editor!
September 20, 2019 03:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBYou hear me say her name each and every week. Allow me to introduce our editor and my bestie, Traci Gushiken. She’s actually the reason why you can listen to Simmer Down with Viv. We share the story behind our friendship, how an idea became a podcast and the work to create weekly episodes. Featured recipe: Clams from Seattle
EP05: What the heck is Chinese School?
September 13, 2019 03:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBChinese School was a school I attended with my siblings every Saturday morning. We were taught to speak Chinese at home but reading and writing was a different animal. This week, I take a look back at that love-hate relationship. Featured recipe: Dim Sum Siu Mai
EP05 What the heck is Chinese School?
September 13, 2019 03:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBChinese School was a school I attended with my siblings every Saturday morning. We were taught to speak Chinese at home but reading and writing was a different animal. This week, I take a look back at that love-hate relationship. Featured recipe: Dim Sum Siu Mai
EP04: Smooth Like a Smoothie
September 06, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBEpisode 4: Smooth like a Smoothie It’s no secret that I am a huge fan of smoothies, I have one everyday and no two are the same. I’m going to share my four steps to a balanced, affordable and delicious smoothie. Featured recipe: Tropical Summer Smoothie & Chasing Winter Blues Smoothie
EP03: Introducing the Mister
August 30, 2019 03:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBYou have seen him on my Instagram, @missvivianwc. Whether we are eating, traveling or showing his dedication to Wawa's #Freeair. Say hello to my loving hubs, Jay @jayalan. We share our story, why our relationship works for us and three takeaway pieces of advice that may help you. Featured recipe: Jay's Game Day Chili
EP02: From Line Cook to Culinary Producer
August 23, 2019 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBEpisode 2: From Line Cook to Culinary Producer Explore my culinary journey with me. The reason why I wanted to go to culinary school. The chef that I chose to mentor me. Combining my two degrees and creating the dream job that I never knew existed. Featured recipe: Classic Guacamole with Homemade Tortilla Chips
EP01: Who Am I?
August 16, 2019 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBYou have seen me sharing cooking tips and hacks. Judged and hosted a few food competition shows. Produced a ton of food videos. All those things are part of me but what makes up the rest? This debut episode is all about my journey connecting with my true identity. Featured recipe: Pan Fried Turnip Cake aka Law Bak Go