AAPI NARRATIVE

Welcome back to Season 5 Episode 27. In support of National Domestic Violence Awareness month in October, AAPI Narrative came together to reaffirm Domestic Violence Awareness and prevention. In this episode we want to acknowledged all domestic violence survivors and raise awareness by educating ourselves and sharing resources. Come join us to spread love, support, and awareness. Link for the myths we reference: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/what-is-domestic-abuse/myths/ Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Based on 16Personalities, we should be responding to relationships, friendships, and potential parenthood a certain way. As we read along a description of ourselves we will be guessing how each personality fits best with whom! It may not sound as easy as you think. We each can be quite different but very similar at the same time. Let's dive into how we react to our personality types. Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

How often do you reflect on things you're grateful for? Do you take a moment in your day to remind yourself of your intentions? In today's society, it's really easy to get caught up in the rush of the day, week, month, and year! With more than half the year behind us, we wanted to take some time in this episode to reflect upon what we're truly grateful for. Finding moments of gratitude in our day can be easily overlooked, so tune in to hear about how we continue incorporating gratitude into our daily life. Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Around this time, last year, we began our podcasting journey! Since launching our podcast, we have recorded over 25 episodes, released 4 seasons, collaborated with other content creators, and more. We've grown quite a bit as people and as friends. Since Rachelle was back in SoCal for the week, we wanted to sit down and reflect on our experience so far. In this episode, we're going to talk about the things we wished we knew, our proudest moments, what we enjoy the most about podcasting and our hopes for the following year.  This episode is also available in a video format. You can view the video on our Instagram page at instagram.com/aapinarrative Be sure to visit our website: aapinarrative.com Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Full video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/mixPAT0aSXQ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Have you played the game, We are not really strangers? This game can either break friendships or build stronger bonds. The questions we will be asking each other are pulled from this deck randomly. With no expectations of what the questions are, we answer it with 100% honesty. Do we really know each other as well as we think? What are some hidden secrets have not shared with each other? Tune in and find out the same time as we expose each other. Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

We here at AAPI Narrative love supporting local filmmakers and artists from all around. In this episode, we interview the Co-Directors, Producer, & Writers of the featured film -- Happy Cleaners! Happy Cleaners follows the lives of a Korean-American family, the Choi family, as they navigate personal struggles, cultural clashes and inner angst while trying to keep their dry cleaning business open in Flushing Queens, N.Y. The filmmakers capture the essence of what it's like to live in their hometown, Flushing Queens, and connecting immigrant stories from all around the world. This featured film will tug at your heart strings, make you laugh, cry, but most importantly, feel at home. We interview Julian Kim (Co-Director & Writer), Peter Lee (Co-Director & Writer), and Kat Kim (Producer & Writer) about their experiences and their personal journeys on creating Happy Cleaners. Follow the filmmakers' and Happy Cleaners' story on social media: Happy Cleaners - https://www.happycleanersfilm.com/ Julian Kim - @julian_pg Peter Lee - @hellopetah Kat Kim - @justkatkim Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

In this episode, we are partnering with Just Like Media in support of the COVID-19 We Can Do This campaign, an initiative to increase confidence in the COVID-19 vaccines and encourage prevention in the spread. Today, we're going to share which vaccine we got, our experiences, and our hopes now that we're all fully vaccinated! Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Venturing out into the world after high school can be really daunting. For some, it'll be the first time you pay rent, do your laundry, or even crack an egg on your own. Growth and change looks different for everyone, but that's what makes our experience in our early 20s/college years so exciting! Tune in as we explore and reflect the past few years of our life and what we would tell our younger selves. Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Have you ever took the time to reflect back on your high school years? Looking back as a teen, I was so dramatic and senseless. The stress of not getting into the college of your choice seemed like the end of the world. Rachelle, Nhi, and I speak little bit of our experiences as a teenager roaming around the halls of high school. Ending the episode with a piece of advice to our younger self. Join us to find out what is going on in the heads of teenage girls during the years of significant changes, high school.  Share your narrative with AAPI Narrative Website: aapinarrative.com Instagram: instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Being in a relationship these days can look quite different for a lot of us. Join in on our discussion with Bianca, as we talk about what it's like to be in a relationship during a pandemic. We share personal stories on our dating experiences, reflections on how our relationships have evolved, and tips on how we've stayed connected with our S/Os during this time.  Bianca was born in Manila, Philippines and immigrated to the U.S. with her family when she was 6 years old. Growing up, she had to find ways to balance and blend her Filipino heritage with the American lifestyle. Tune into this episode as Bianca highlights how she navigates conversations with her family about dating and relationships, when they may not see eye to eye. Follow Bianca's story on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livinginnamoment/ Share your story with AAPI Narrative! Visit our Website: aapinarrative.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

*This episode may contain spoilers* Do you fall for the good boys or bad boys? In today's episode we will go down the rabbit hole talking about our all time favorite Korean dramas in 2020. We reviewed a few trending K-Dramas such as True beauty, Its Okay Not to be Okay, Crash Landing on You, and The Start Up. We had so much fun discussing which team we are on, team Seo-Jun or Su-Ho? Which team are you rooting for? Tune in to listen to us debate about our perspective on each characters development. Share your narrative with AAPI Narrative Website: aapinarrative.com Instagram: instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

We're kicking off episode 16 in celebration of Khmer New Year. For those who may not know, Khmer New Year is celebrated in the Cambodian community over the span of three days in April. It’s a time where families, friends, and loved ones gather to celebrate good health and pray for future blessings. Khmer New Year is also deeply rooted in Buddhism and so many families pay respect to Buddha during this time. Our guest in this episode is Peter Duong! Peter is an online Chef and has curated over a hundred recipes online from lime butter garlic shrimp rolls to stir fry gravy noodles. His delicious and easy-to-make dishes have garnered over 95,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok. Catch up with Peter and learn more about his upcoming cookbook! Check out Peter's Instagram: instagram.com/pete_eatss Check out Peter's TikTok: tiktok.com/@pete_eats Share your narrative: aapinarrative.com Connect with us: instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Have you ever woken up early on a Saturday to attend a language school? Been told that mirrors attract evil spirits? In this episode, Nhi, Rachelle, and Zi reflect on some aspects of their childhood and what it was like growing up in the bay area! Share your narrative with AAPI Narrative Website: aapinarrative.com Instagram: instagram.com/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Trigger Warning: Content includes content on physical violence/physical assault. In this episode, Rachelle, Zi, and Nhi will be discussing a heavier topic - covering their responses to the rise in anti-Asian violence within the United States. Below are some community resources if you are in need of support. Follow Us: AAPI Narrative Website | AAPI Narrative Instagram Mental Health Resources for AAPI: Asian Mental Health Collective - asianmhc.org SAMHSA National Hotline - 800.662.HELP National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance - nqapia.org Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 Organizations: APIENC: API Equality NorCal - apienc.org Oakland Vietnamese Community Center - oaklandvnchamber.com Chinese Progressive Association - cpasf.org Filipino Cultural Center - filipinocc.org Stop AAPI Hate - stopaapihate.org Asian Law Caucus - advancingjustice-alc.org Support Lines for Hate Crime (UK) - supportline.org.uk/problems/hate-crimes/ Resources for Hate Crimes (US) - victimconnect.org/learn/types-of-crime/hate-crimes/ Hate is a Virus - hateisavirus.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Nhi, Rachelle and Zi have been friends for over a decade! Nhi and Zi have been housemates for a year, and prior to that, Zi and Rachelle were housemates for 6 years! We exchange messages on the daily and spent many weekend recording sessions together. You'd think after all this time, we'd know each other pretty well, but the big question is -- how well do reeeeally know each other? Throughout this episode, we learned many juicy secrets like our funny drunk stories, our first crush, to even our parents' English names. We invite you to join our girl talk session as we go on this adventure to uncover stories we've never heard from each other. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Get to know Content Creator, Burte Lkhagvasuren! Burte was born in Mongolia and moved to Russia when she was only 3 years old. She's a first-generation Russian with parents from Mongolia. Burte received her bachelor's degree in Public Relationship and Advertisement in Moscow and worked in the field for three years after graduating in 2013. During her mid-20s, she made the decision to immigrate to the United States. Now through social media, she shares her different life lessons and experiences with people around the world. Watch Burte's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCibiCjNJxukt88nNFggOQaQ Follow Burte on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsburte Follow Burte on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsburte/ Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Quang Nguyen is a finance professional and real estate investor who grew up in San Francisco, CA. He is a first-generation American with parents who came from Vietnam. Quang studied Business Economics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. He has taken on various roles in the finance field. Quang has helped thousands of business owners and individuals - lending a direct hand on their needs as it relates to business and investment growth. In this episode, Quang will go over the power of consistency and good habits! Buy "Be Your Own Financial Advisor" here! Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Hear first hand about the pressures of being a full-time dental student at NYU with Lisa J and the ladies of AAPI Narrative. Lisa opens up not only about her passion for dentistry but also about how she has navigated through mental health from her early adolescents until now. Focusing on our mental health and exercising self-care is just as important as our physical health and exercising our muscles. In this episode, we open up to what stresses us out and what helps us cope. So get comfortable and join us on our mental health journey! Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

We dig deep into the minds of two Los Angeles based Korean-American filmmakers and learn about the art of filmmaking. Their craft is deeply rooted in their Korean-American heritage as they and their families navigate the world. Explore the landscape of cinematography through the lens' of Kristy  Choi & So Yun Um.  Check out more of their work: https://www.kristy-choi.com/   &   https://www.soyunum.com/  Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/  Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

We are a couple of weeks into 2021, It is never too late to reflect on the previous year and start setting resolutions. As much as we want to forget about 2020, we want to ensure that we have not experienced the year in vain. There were so many downs but so many unforgettable moments as well. In today's episode we will be sharing our personal and professional reflections of 2020. Are you ready? Here we go! Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/  Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Firstly is a new online tool to help first generation students and professionals navigate through the corporate jungle. We interview the co-founders of Firstly, Kevin Hu and Brenda Lienh, to learn more about their backgrounds and their business venture to provide this amazing resource. Listen in for some helpful tips to step up your professional career! Check out Firstly: https://www.firstly.pro/ Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Peter Duong is a Clinical Research Coordinator at Johnson & Johnson, Online TikTok Chef, and Interior Designer. In 2020, Peter has dramatically grown his online chef business and reached over 65,000 followers on Instagram and 50,000 followers on TikTok alone. In this episode, Peter shared his experience growing up Cambodian American, being a first-generation professional, working on side-hustles, and more. Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Navigating your finances can look different for everyone at any stage of life. We talk about our personal journeys and tips we’ve learned along the way. Listen in as we demystify some of the topics around personal finances! ---- Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Navigating your finances can look different for everyone at any stage of life. We talk about our personal journeys and tips we’ve learned along the way. Listen in as we demystify some of the topics around personal finances! ---- Check out our website: https://www.aapinarrative.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapinarrative/ Share Your Narrative - Podcast Speaker Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/WUF9tLV8UacmvSqo6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Ever wonder if you and your partner are ready to take your relationship to the next level? What are some things you should know before getting married? In this episode, we delve into the juicy details of our relationships and how we connect with our significant others. Listen in and learn more about us ladies and… our mans! Visit our website @ AAPINARRATIVE.COM Podcast speaker form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGGLFYU0qFYSfWEwtgfvFPM50ibbUxaVC5vrC_FqG3uS8BdQ/viewform Follow us on Instagram @ AAPINarrative Listen to us on other podcast platforms: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Ever wonder if you and your partner are ready to take your relationship to the next level? What are some things you should know before getting married? In this episode, we delve into the juicy details of our relationships and how we connect with our significant others. Listen in and learn more about us ladies and… our mans! Visit our website @ AAPINARRATIVE.COM Podcast speaker form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGGLFYU0qFYSfWEwtgfvFPM50ibbUxaVC5vrC_FqG3uS8BdQ/viewform Follow us on Instagram @ AAPINarrative Listen to us on other podcast platforms: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support

Welcome to the first episode of AAPI Narrative! We’ll delve into the lived experiences of our co-hosts. Although we all identify as Asian Americans, our experiences have shaped our unique personalities. Go ahead, grab some wine, tune in, and join our girl talks! Visit our website @ AAPINARRATIVE.COM Podcast speaker form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGGLFYU0qFYSfWEwtgfvFPM50ibbUxaVC5vrC_FqG3uS8BdQ/viewform Follow us on Instagram @ AAPINarrative Listen to us on other podcast platforms: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aapinarrative/support