Kinjaz PodKast

BIG NEWS: A Kinjaz member is about to shake up the K-pop world! Mike discusses Bailey Sok's upcoming debut with the new group, "ALL DAY PROJECT" from legendary K-pop producer Teddy Park, and explains why this could redefine the industry—and possibly open new doors for dancers worldwide. Let's dive into this game-changing moment in K-pop history.

In this episode, Mike shares 5 game-changing lessons for any dance crew, creative team, or company looking to build something that lasts. Whether you're battling on a big TV stage or growing a brand with your squad, these strategies will help you stand out, stay aligned, and succeed for the long haul. It's not just about performing—it's about building with purpose.

Mike discusses how being a Judge on Street Woman Fighter can be a double-edged sword, along with some perspective from his experiences on the 1st seasons of America's Best Dance Crew & NBC's World of Dance.

The Kinjaz Podkast returns for a special bonus season! Join guest host Mike Song as he embarks on a journey to Korea to judge the hit TV show "Street Woman Fighter" and reconnect with his Motherland.

Ben and Anthony are joined by podcast producer and fellow Kinja – Chad! The three of them sit down and re-cap series 3 of the podcast, looking at the guests that have been on. They also take a moment for some self-reflection and look at what the future holds. 00:00 – Intro 01:40 – Podcast starts 02:30 – Thoughts on the series 05:00 – Reviews 06:50 – Season 3 re-cap 20:00 – A moment of self-reflection 26:50 – Checking in with Chad 29:00 – Looking to the future 35:30 – Wrap up and thank-you's Insta: @chad.mayate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jackson Wang returns to the podcast. He speaks about love, loneliness and his advice to upcoming creatives. 6:55 - Jackson reflects on his 20s 10:46 - His life goals 12:40 - His toughest moment 20:38 - Love and relationships 33:15 - How low moments can make you stronger 45:32 - Jackson's advice to upcoming creatives Twitter: @JacksonWang852 Insta: @jacksonwang852g7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Song is back on the pod! In this episode, Mike opens up about when his father went missing last year; reflecting on the support he recieved from friends and strangers, his family's experience of the ordeal, and the importance of documenting your experiences for your future self. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Highest highs and lowest lows 11:00: OG Status 15:00: Representation 19:00: The story of Mike's dad going missing and his rescue 56:00: Outro Socials:  Insta: @mikeosong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Influential choreographer and dancer Kiel Tutin is on the pod! In this episode Tutin delves into his experience working with iconic K-Pop artists and musicians worldwide, and also his personal journey; from discovering his passion for dance, to balancing work and life, and where he envisions himself in the future.  02:49: Kiel's backstory 06:41: Dance style and inspirations 12:19: Getting into dance 16:28: What brought him to LA, and the difference between working in Korean and American industries 20:44: Future ambitions 26:59: What has been his biggest struggle in his journey so far? 31:29: How does he shut off and take care of himself? 33:30: What is something that he is looking forward to? 36:36 : How does Kiel define success? 38:03: Lightning round Socials:  Instagram: @KielTutin Twitter: @KielTutin Website: kieltutin.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing: The runner and co-founder of Koreatown Run Club - who hates running (well, it's a love/hate relationship). Mike Pak talks to the Kinjaz about his different entrepreneurial ventures, fusing passion with business, and the importance of having compassion for others.  00:00: Intro 02:11: Mike's backstory (dropping out of college, moving to LA, working and doing internships) 12:04: Founding the Koreatown Instagram and run club 17:16: Starting the Love Hour restaurant 20:53: Mike's motivations 23:46: How he started Bicycle Meals and Excel the Youth 35:35: How does Mike define "Movement in the Shadows"? 37:31: Lightning round Socials: Instagram: @koreatownrunclub Website: KRC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor, comedian, entrepreneur and YouTuber Joe Jitsukawa is on the pod talking about forging his YouTube career, creating JKFilms, and perseverence.  00:00: Intro 01:40: Interview starts 03:10: Origin story – school, drugs and gang life 30:00: Youtube 45:00: How did you figure all of this out without a mentor? 52:00: Where did you get your kind nature from? 55:00: What were your movement in the shadows? 59:00: Thank you and goodbye Socials:  Instagram: @joejitsukawa YouTube: @JoeJitsukawa Twitter: @joejitsukawa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 2 of Addy Chan's chat with the Kinjaz touches on what she does to maintain balance and what she's learned about herself through therapy.   00:00: Creating rotuines 06:00: Therapy takeaways 21:00: Lightning round 27:00: What do you feel like you've mastered?  35:00: Outro Socials: Insta: @theaddychan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Choreographer, producer and talent manager, Addy Chan, jumps into the booth to speak about love, social media, and her history with the Kinjaz.  4:50 - Addy's history with the Kinjaz 9:33 - Her and Mike Song's love story 14:17 - Her relationship with social media  24:35 - Addy's values Socials: Insta: @theaddychan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Us the Duo, the husband-and-wife folk band who rose to fame on Vine, share their story with Ben and Anthony; from how they met on an AJ Rafael music video, to creating music together whilst being in a relationship.  04:05: Carissa and Michael's love story 16:31: How they got into music 20:30: Their roles in the relationship 24:11: Their struggles throughout the relationship 36:11: The importance of physical touch 39:52: Creative compromise (brand versus art) 51:00: Lightning round Socials:  YouTube: Us The Duo Instagram: @ustheduo Twitter: @UsTheDuo Website: Us The Duo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jawn Ha, dancer, choreographer, and member of the Kinjaz speaks about his experiences during the pandemic, how fatherhood changed him, and how he defines success.  4:55 - Jawn's time on breakdance China 11:55 - how he was impacted by the pandemic 16:40 - the lifestyle and mindset change of fatherhood 27:36 - how did he deal with the sacrifice of having children? 33:48 - The KFC Commercial 44:10 - Jawn's definition of success 46:38 - Quick fire round Socials Insta: @jawnha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20-year-old acclaimed dancer, choreographer and actress Kaycee Rice joins Ben and Anthony this week; she talks about falling in love with dance, creating her own clothing brand, and publicly talking about mental health. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 06:00: Weirdo Apparel 08:00: Balancing work and education 13:00: Opening up about mental health 24:00: Advice for aspiring talent 26:00: What do you do to decompress? 28:00: Coachella rehearsals 31:00: Self-care routine 34:00: Future ambitions 35:00: Defining success 36:00: Quick-fire questions 45:00: What do you feel like you've mastered? 47:00: Outro Socials: Insta: @kayceerice TikTok: @kayceerice YouTube: @KayceeRiceOfficial - Podcast name: JUST BEING WE Website: Kaycee Rice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to part 2 of Beth and Anthony's talk with the self-titled ‘Chief Executive Money Nerd' Jaspreet Singh. 00:00: Beginning to invest (practical advice) 08:00: Being an opportunist 10:00: Safety vs risk in investing 12:00: Personal investments 18:00: Good debt vs bad debt 21:00: Balancing work and life 26:00: Investing: thinking long-term 28:00: What does success mean to you? 29:00: Lightning round 34:00: What do you feel like you've mastered? 35:00: Outro Socials: Instagram: @minoritymindset Twitter: @MinorityM1ndset Facebook: Minority Mindset Youtube: @MinorityMindset Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, entrepreneur Jaspreet Singh delves into all things finance and investment, offering advice on everything from how to start investing, to weighing up safety and risk when it comes to money. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 18:00: Financial self-education and role models 24:00: Learning how to build a business 27:00: Investing your money 29:00: What is money? 34:00: What is your purpose? 38:00: Minority Mindset philosophy 41:00: End of part 1 Socials: Instagram: @minoritymindset Twitter: @MinorityM1ndset Facebook: Minority Mindset Youtube: @MinorityMindset Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to part 2 of Ben and Anthony's conversation with award-winning performance artist Lil Buck! 00:00: Consciously breaking barriers and stereotypes 03:30: First music video 06:00: Working with Yo-Yo Ma and the power of collaboration 12:00: How do you define success?  20:00: What do you feel like you've mastered?  22:00: Outro Socials:  Instagram: @lilbuckdalegend  Website: lilbuck.com Facebook: Lil Buck YouTube: Lilbuckdalegend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lil Buck — the world-renowned artist who's collaborated with the likes of Janelle Monáe, Lizzo, Versace, Yo-Yo Ma and more – joins the Kinjaz to talk about growing up in Memphis, his love and pursuit of dance, and consciously breaking social barriers.  00:00: Intro  03:30: Origin story  08:00: Memphis Jookin' 12:00: How did you get involved with that?  16:30: Did this community help you escape trouble?  19:00: Pursuing dance professionally 34:00: Self refelction on growing up  37:00: End of Part 1 Socials: Instagram: @lilbuckdalegend  Website: lilbuck.com Facebook: Lil Buck YouTube: Lilbuckdalegend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back for the third time on the pod is dancer and choreogrpaher Vinh Nguyen, who chats about his role as a creative director, fatherhood and some of his career highlights so far. 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Interview starts 03:30 - Being a new father 10:00 - How do you prepare for that life change? 15:00 - Was there a moment where you felt ready for that next chapter? 23:00 - You are your biggest critic 30:00 - Being a creative director 38:00 - Working and touring with Jackson Wang 48:00 - What's next for you? 50:00 - What do you feel like you've mastered? 54:00 - Outro  Socials:  Instagram: @v1nh Youtube: @v1nhnguyen Website: http://www.vinhcreative.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is part one of Ben and Anthony's interview with Philip Chbeeb, who discusses his Covid experience, how he creates a space for unfiltered thoughts through The Missing Self, and unpacks the way we approach cancel culture.  00:00: Intro 04:00: Covid experience 06:00: The Missing Self 15:00: Navigating conflict 18:00: Which of your videos have had the best reaction? 23:00: Appraoching controversial topics 31:00: Cancel culture 38:00: End of part 1  Socials: Instagram: @phillipchbeeb Twitter: @PhillipChbeeb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to part 2! In this half, Philip Chbeeb talks with Ben and Anthony about his research into psyhcology, and embracing the fluidity that comes with being human.  00:00: How Covid shaped they way we navigate the media landscape 06:00: Therapy and researching psychology  07:00: Writing a book  08:00: What does The Missing Self mean to you?  19:00: How would you define success?  21:00: Mastering 28:00: Outro Socials:  Instagram: @phillipchbeeb Twitter: @PhillipChbeeb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Australian dancer, actress and content creator Smac McCreanor joins Ben and Anthony to chat about her journey into professional dance, chanelling confidence into creating, and her future aspirations. 00:00: Intro  02:00: Interview starts 04:00: Origins story 10:00: Dance Competitions 12:00: Moving to LA 18:00: Not making plans 22:30: What's your practicing regiment like? 25:00: Missing out on a big job 30:00: Constantly honing your craft 32:30: Social media 37:30 : The opposite of lazy 43:00: What's your definition of success? 47:30: Quick fire questions 52:00: What do you feel you have mastered? 54:00: Outro Socials: Insta: @smacmccreanor Twitter: @smacmccreanor TikTok: @smacmccreanor YouTube: Smac McCreanor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KINJAZ crew member Bam Martin is back on the pod this week, disucssing fatherhood, his relationship with dance, and KINJAZ experience so far.  00:00: Intro 02:20: Interview starts 04:00: Covid and post-Covid experience 08:00: Family Life 32:00: What are your goals? 40:00: Do you ever feel pressure to update your style to suit current trends? 44:00: How's your Kinjaz experience been? 56:00: End of Part 1 Socials: Insta: @bam_martin Twitter: @bam_martin TikTok: @bam_martin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part two of Bam Martin's talk with Ben and Anthony; discussing past successes and future aspirations. 00:00: Welcome back 01:00: How has your 2023 been so far? 03:20: Where do you get your sense of humility? 12:00: What's 2023 looking like for you? 24:30: What do you want to achieve in 2023? 27:30: How do you define success? 30:30: Lightning Round 37:30: If you could go back in time and give advice to younger Bam what would it be? 41:00: What's one thing you think you've mastered? 49:00: Outro Socials: Insta: @bam_martin Twitter: @bam_martin TikTok: @bam_martin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, podcaster, personal coach, prison minister and ex gang member Johnny Chang shares his moving personal story with Ben and Anthony — opening up about his time in a gang, life in prison, and his relationship with his parents. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Interview start 04:00: Johnny's Story 06:00: Joining a gang/Gang life 25:00: Life in Prison 42:00: Johnny's relationship with his father 50:00: Ben's relationship with his father 01:01:00: Learning to understand religion 01:23:00: How Johnny feels about speaking out 01:32:00: Johnny's relationship with his mother 01:42:00: Where Johnny is at now with his life 01:46:00: Quick fire questions 01:51:00: What do you feel like you've mastered in your life? 01:58:00: Outro You can hear more from Johnny on his socials:  Insta: @noscriptfellowship Youtube: @Johnny-Chang TikTok: @theejohnnychang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Ben and Anthony are joined by newest member of the Kinjaz crew, Nick Joseph, who talks about his dance career so far, choreographing for BTS, and creating his own clothing line.  00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 07:00: Dance as a career 12:00: Working with BTS 16:00: Crafting an individual style 21:00: Joining the Kinjaz crew 28:00: Getting into fashion and launching unto thee 31:00: Taking time for yourself 35:00: Defining success 37:00: Lightning round 42:00: Mastering patience 43:00: Outro You can follow Nick on Instagram @nickjxseph and Youtube here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian, actor and writer Sherry Cola is on the pod to talk about some *very* exciting upcoming projects, in addition to discussing the feeling of liberation that comes with being yourself, coming out, representaton and more... 00:00: Intro 07:00: Origin story 13:00: Climbing the ladder: breaking into creative industries 23:00: The asian immigrant experience and familial support 32:00: Coming out and shifting societal narratives 42:00: Shortcomings (2023) 44:00: Joy Ride (2023) 46:00: Backing yourself, working hard and speaking up 54:00: Mastering conversation 57:00: Outro Socials: Insta: @shrrycola Twitter: @shrrycola Good Trouble S5 comes out March 16 on Hulu

The KINJAZ are back! To kick off Season 3, Ben and Anthony are joined by long-time friends of the pod, Keone and Mari Madrid. The choreographer and director duo are back to discuss their upcoming Broadway debut, and their individual journeys with mental health. 00:00: Intro 05:00: Broadway journey 21:00: Relationship to dance 24:00: Mental health and the importance of therapy 34:00: Relationships and communication 39:00: Coping with depression and opening up 52:00: Future aspirations: Writing and directing 59:00: Mastering collaboration 1:02:00: Outro You can see Keone and Marie in the new musical Once Upon a One More Time at the Marquis Theatre, New York City. Socials:  Insta: @keonemadrid, @_marimadrid Twitter: @KeoneMadrid, @_marimadrid

We're re-releasing this epsiode from season one in honour of the recent passing of Stephen Boss.  Mental health is such an important thing to talk about. If you or someone you know is struggling in any way, please reach out to somebody and know you're not alone. We acknowledge that this episode may be triggering for some people — at the bottom of this page we've added a list of organisations that provide short and long term mental health support services.  -  Today, we have an OG dance community head Stephen "tWitch" Boss, who came from the grassroots dance community and broke his way into Hollywood. Twitch has done everything from competing on shows like Star Search, The Wade Robson Project, and So You Think Can Dance, and found himself as a runner-up in all those shows. He didn't let the loss from these shows take him off his path to make his mark for dance. He kept pushing, and in doing so found opportunities to venture into other disciplines such as acting and hosting. The gold about Twitch's story is not all the accolades and projects he's been on, but really his sharply focused “WHY.” In this chat, Twitch really breaks down the importance of being honest and true with yourself. He says that at the end of the day, the “hustle” just becomes noise that will never quiet down until you figure out what is authentic to you. This couch conversation goes deep and hits home in the realest way. - UK: Mind have a list of 24/7 mental health crisis hotlines: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/ The Listening Place: https://listeningplace.org.uk/i-need-help/ Local Mind support services: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/local-minds/ Maytree Suicide Respite Centre: https://www.maytree.org.uk/ SOS Silence of Suicide: https://sossilenceofsuicide.org/talking-suicide/ YoungMinds Crisis Messenger: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/shout-85258/ Hub of Hope (mental health support database): https://hubofhope.co.uk/ US: Call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988: https://988lifeline.org/  IMAlive at 1-800-784-2433: https://www.imalive.org/ DBSA have an extensive list of hotlines: https://www.dbsalliance.org/crisis/suicide-hotline-helpline-information/ The Jed Foundation: https://jedfoundation.org/ The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ The Veterans Crisis Line: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ Samaritans USA: http://www.samaritansusa.org/contact.php Trans Lifeline: https://translifeline.org/

Hosts Ben, Anthony and Chad recap the wildest and most emotional moments of Season 2, including all the learning and all the laughs. 00:00 – Intro 04:00 – Funniest pod 12:45 – Someone new you met through the pod 23:30 – Most memorable moment of Season 2 25:30 – Most emotional moment of the season 29:18 – Wildest stories 34:15 – Who do we want to bring back next season? 40:00 – Biggest takeaways from Season 2 51:00 – What do you feel you've mastered? Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Tik Tok sensation, dancer, and entrepreneur Michael Le (justmaiko) is on the pod, talking all things content creation and the importance of focusing on what you love.  00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 07:00: Having an entrepreneurial spirit 11:00: Blowing up on Tik Tok and creating content 19:00 Spider-man cameo and cool opportunities 21:00: Starting Joystick 24:00: Focusing on what you love 26:00: Starting therapy and opening up 32:00: Defining success 34:00: Lightning round 43:00: Outro You can follow Michael on Tik Tok, Instagram and YouTube @justmaiko Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Sitting down with Anthony and Ben this week is actor, dancer, and director Dante Basco, who talks about his experience growing up in Hollywood, Asian representation in the arts, and working on projects with a lasting impact. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 09:00: Pursuing dance and film 15:00: Asian representation in Hollywood 22:00: Learning from the greats 30:00: The auditioning process 32:00: Moving into directing 36:00: The reality of the Hollywood experience 43:00: Making art that has an impact 46:00: Defining success 50:00: Mastering artistic processes 55:00: Outro You can follow Dante on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Dan Matthews — rapper, creative producer, and managing partner at International Secret Agents — joins Ben and Anthony on the pod, opening up about being. a Korean adoptee, meeting his biological family, and his creative pursuits.  00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 05:00: Adoption story and connecting with his biological family 14:00: Documenting his story as a Korean adoptee 20:00: The emotional journey of being an adoptee 23:00: Navigating a language barrier 24:00: Connecting family 28:00: International Secret Agents 34:00: Becoming a producer and collaborating with peers 36:00: Being a musician 43:00: Defining success 46:00: Lightning round 49:00: Mastering writing and performing 50:00: Outro You can follow Dan on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Spotify @danakadan Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

On the pod this week is Chad Mayate and Charles Nguyen, talking about the Poreotics journey, the highs and lows of being in the spotlight, and their history with KINJAZ. 00:00: Intro 07:00: Origin stories 17:00: America's Best Dance Crew 28:00: Winning ABDC 34:00: The challenges of being in the spotlight 41:00: Rebranding Poreotics and crew dynamics 1:00:00: Poreotics joining the Kinjaz crew 1:15:00: Charlie leaving the squad and directing and directing Miniotics 1:30:00: Reflecting on the Poreotics x Kinjaz journey 1:38:00: Lightning round 1:54:00: Mastering different moves, and mastering how you feel 1:59:00: Outro Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

On the pod this week is celebrity trainer, athlete, and motivational speaker Brandon Schram, who discusses the key to consistency, his sources of motivation, and the power of knowledge. 00:00: Intro 04:00: Origin story 12:00: Family history, identity, and reaching out to different communities 16:00: Being your own guide 19:00: Working with celebrity clients 22:00: Self-educating and becoming a certified trainer 24:00: Trial and error mentality 25:00: The importance of consistency 31:00: Everyday routine and nutrition 39:00: Meditation time 41:00: Sources of motivation 47:00: Dealing with lulls in motivation 49:00: The highs and lows of the hustle 52:00: Defining success 57:00: Lightning round 1:02:00: Mastering body control movements 1:04:00: Outro Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

On the pod this week is the multi-talented singer, dancer, fashion designer and director Jackson Wang, who opens up about his history with Kinjaz, the creative process, and the importance of knowing it's okay not to be okay. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Origin story 09:00: Being a K-pop trainee 11:00: Pursuing multiple passions: from fencing to performing 18:00: Breaking into K-pop, the trainee system, and learning Korean 21:00: The history of Jackson and Kinjaz 26:00: Making creative visions a reality 31:00: Joining the Kinjaz family 33:00: Upcoming album: MAGIC MAN 38:00: Struggling with mental health, opening up, and being authentic 43:00: The transient nature of fame and constantly pushing 45:00: Relationship with fans 47:00: Asian representation in entertainment 49:00: Street Dance of China 54:00: Self-care by doing what you love 55:00 Defining success 57:00 Lighting round 1:06:00: Maserty: Seeing the whole picture 1:10:00: Outro Jackson's album MAGIC MAN comes out on 02/09/2022 — You can watch the music video for his new single ‘Cruel' here. Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Ray Ricafort, Co-Founder of Eayikes, and Sonia Park, Eayikes' Membership Director and Project Manager for Home-y Made Meals, are on the pod this week, discussing how their non-profit ventures help to provide a sense of belonging, community, and empowerment for all people. 00:00: Intro 04:00: Eayikes' origin story 08:00: Choosing Eayikes' direction 10:00: Home-y Made Meals 13:00: The desire to help others and working for non-profits 18:00: Defining food 24:00: Building relationships with the unhoused community 27:00: Working together 35:00: How to get involved with Home-y Made Meals 41:00: Kinjaz-Eayikes collaboration and finding the inspiration to serve 50:00: Eayikes' annual retreat 1:00:00: Soulversations 1:07:00: Defining success 1:15:00: Lightning round 1:24:00: Investing in people 1:28:00: Outro You can find out more information about Eayikes' Wilderwonder camping experience here, and, if you're feeling inspired to connect more with the people around you, the Soulversations card game can be purchased directy on this website. Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Co-founder of Offset Med, Disability Cosultant, and Spinal Cord Injury survivor repping Quest Crew Teejay Lee joins Ben and Anthony. Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Multi-talented dancer, director, and choreographer Daniel ‘Cloud' Campos deep dives into his breakdancing roots, the creative process, alongside navigating mental health, and his (many) artistic endeavours. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 06:00: Finding magic in breakdancing 10:00: Inspirations and storytelling through dance 14:00: Red Bull BC One: The pressures, challenges and euphoria of competing 20:00: Ted Talk experience 22:00: Evolving dance style 24:00: Exploring different art forms 30:00: The creative process and the making of ‘Today's the Day' 34:00: Proving yourself in creative industries 38:00: Dealing with creative lulls and letting yourself feel your emotions 44:00: The Kinjaz x Cloud journey and other film projects 57:00: Defining success 59:00: Lightning round 1:08:00: Outro As discussed on the pod, you can find Daniel's Ted Talk, entitled ‘Embrace Your Fears', here, as well as his musical short, Today's the Day Daniel isn't on social media at the moment, but watch this space: @DanCloudCampos Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

On the pod this week is singer, songwriter and producer Mike Posner, who discusses everything from his experiences as an artist in the music industry, to his six-month trek across the US, and climbing Mount Everest. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Origin story 08:00: The release of ‘Cooler Than Me' and what came next 12:00: Writing music for other artists 15:00: Being dropped, finding a new manager and writing ‘I Took A Pill In Ibiza' 18:00: Shifting belief systems, manifesting success and being Grammy-nominated 29:00: Walking across the US 42:00: Climbing Mount Everest 59:00: Having an appreciation for life 01:02:00: Lightning round 01:08:00: Outro Socials Spotify: Mike Posner Instagram: @mikeposner Tik Tok: @mikeposner Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

DJ and former dancer Diane “Danga” Palaganas shares her experience of living with Multiple Sclerosis, touching on her diagnosis, the emotional journey of living with MS, and how her perspective on life has changed 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 06:00: MS diagnosis 17:00: The emotional journey of MS 21:00: Adapting to MS and reconnecting with people 26:00: Navigating MS in a relationship 30:00: Current projects 32:00: Advice for people living with MS 34:00 Finding information on MS 39:00: Living life to the full 44:00: Lightning round 52:00: Outro If you or someone you know is struggling with MS and would like to reach out for advice, you can DM Diane on Instagram @_danga_dang, and for more information on Diane's story, you can visit her website: https://djdangadang.com/home Donations to support Diane's medical care can be made directly through PayPal and Venmo (@DangaDang), or by buying one of her original “Fight With Me” t-shirts, which can be found here on the DJ Danga Dang website Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Pro parkour and tricker athlete Bailey 'Bagels' Payne is on the pod, discussing motivation, content creation, and future goals. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 05:00: From cheerleading to the art of parkour 09:00: Signature moves 11:00: Work ethic, motivation, and bouncing back after injury 16:00: A day in the life: Training and diet 18:00: Content creation 22:00: Current goals 24:00: Innovating and adapting in tricking and parkour 31:00: What comes next 34:00: The euphoria of landing tricks 39:00: Defining success 41:00: Lightning round 50:00: Outro Bailey's socials YouTube: Bailey Payne Instagram: @bagels_payne  TikTok: @bagelspayne Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Content creator, brand strategist, and Tik Tok star Morgan Hennessy-Shea discusses finding self-confidence through hip-hop, the physical and emotional journey of transitioning, and the importance of seeing yourself reflected in the media. 00:00 Intro 04:30 Origin story 13:00 Blowing up on Tik Tok 18:00 The journey to identifying as trans 21:00 Expressing masculinity through dance 25:00 Representation in the media 37:00 Top surgery and hormone therapy 43:00 Male privilege 53:00 Gender identity and acceptance 57:00 Discussing gender identity with family 1:00:00 Experience of top surgery and transitioning 1:07:00 Advice on how to be true to yourself 1:11:00 Working in the arts 1:14:00 Living your truth and creating your own representation 1:17:00 Future goals 1:22:00 Defining success 1:24:00 Lightning round 1:32:00 Outro You can follow Morgan and his girlfriend Rylee on Tik Tok: @transandpanbesties Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz

Friend to the pod, Miles Brown returns to talk about transitioning from dance into acting, the last season of Black-ish, and how he priorities his joy in his work.  00:00 Intro 03:00 Recap over two years 05:40 Last season of Black-ish 08:00 Growing up on set 12:00 Developing during quarantine 15:00 The acting world vs. the dancing world 18:00 Transitioning from acting into dance 26:00 The influence of his dad 27:00 Releasing an album 31:00 Joy over money 33:00 Production company 38:00 Mastery 42:00 Outro From the Kinjaz podkast archives, Miles' first interview. Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Dancer-turned-chef-turned-restauranteur, Josh Espinosa, with business partner, Peter Rosenberg, join up with Kinjaz to talk about the origin of their partnership, Sampa's business pivots through the pandemic, and how dance informed the restaurant's food. 00:00 Intro 03:00 Origins in Kaba Modern 05:00 Josh's movement into the culinary arts and fine dining 12:00 The choreography of a meal 20:00 When the pandemic hit 23:00 Working a side hustle  26:00 Connecting to the dance community  32:00 Making Sampa legit 1:00:00 Defining success 1:22:00 Outro Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Returning guest and Kinjaz brother, Arnel Calvario opens up about sexuality, Culture Shock LA, and about the liberatory potential of engaging with the historical roots of dance artforms.  00:00 Intro 06:00 Culture Shock LA 11:43 Transitioning from passion to purpose 15:30 Moving onto large scale shows  22:00 Social media's influence on dance 24:00 Roots B4 Branches 27:00 Unlocking the histories of dance artforms 45:00 Coming out  56:00 Navigating learning amdist cancel culture 1:10:00 Being proud 1:18:00 Healing and self-care 1:20:00 Domestic partnership and marriage 1:24:00 Defining success 1:28:00 Lightning round Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Actor, singer, director, entrepreneur, member of F4 and the Korean Mandopop duo Kangta & Vanness, Vanness Wu goes deep with the hosts about not being able to dance as a kid, learning about success from people around him, and how his faith influences his art.  O0:00 Intro 05:00 Origin 08:00 First finding joy in dance and performing 12:00 Getting signed 16:00 Appearing in Run DMC vs. Jason Nevin's 'It's like that' video 18:00 Moving to Taipei and pitching demos 24:00 Learning to believe in yourself 28:00 Influence of family  32:00 Meteor Garden 35:00 Dealing with fame and success 40:00 Faith and making art 47:00 Navigating failure and shape-shifting projects 54:00 NFTs 55:00 Purpose  1:01:00 Growing up Buddhist and coming to the church 1:05:30 Lightning round Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Executive Producer at Walt Disney Studios, co-host of Sweet or Savory Podcast, and real-life Disney Princess Alyssa Navarro talks vision boards, life, and expecting the unexpected. AJ Rafael and Alyssa Navarro singing Reflection 05:00 Origins 11:00 Disney Launchpad Incubator Program 19:00 Manifesting 26:00 Balancing life Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Singer/Songwriter and 1/4 of Kpop group FX,  Amber Liu is back on the pod. Amber's first interview on the pod. 10:00 Life after quarantine 23:00 rekindling creativity Kirby and the Forgotten Land 32:00 Dealing with pressure Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions

Dancer / Choreographer turned Filmmaker Kevin Tancharoen discusses how to navigate creativity, without being pigeon-holed. The Brother's Sun on Netflix announcement. 06:00 Origins Britney Spears Onyx Hotel Tour Mortal Combat Rebirth Trailer 18:00 Failure with Fame the remake 25:00 Self-doubt Jabbawockeez Regeneragte (Behind the Mask) 42:00 Book of Boba Fett 55:00 Defining Success Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions