Tea Talk w/ Alyssa & Stacey

For many of us, one of the most complicated relationships we have is with our own blood. Many of us don’t realize that the traumas we endure as children are the result of the traumas our own parents faced. When we embark on healing journeys, we don’t just heal for ourselves--our own healing impacts the line of our family and future family to come. This week we bring on Andrea Ming, a Leadership Coach and Breathwork Facilitator who empowers others to do the deep inner work so that they can live their fullest most authentic lives. We unpack the heavy areas of our own lives and share our own journeys of healing.https://inbusinessandlife.com/

If you’re on social media, then you know that influencer culture is a ubiquitous part of life now. When people join, the idea of amassing a large following, getting sent free products, and being “instafamous” is alluring. But what is it really like to be an influencer? This week we bring on Emily Shon (@emilyaeyoung), a self declared “ex-influencer” who shares her honest experience of what it was like behind the gram and why she left the world that so many people want to join. From the pressure to perform, the hustle and energy spent behind building an online name, and the dark side of “influencing,” Emily shares how her newfound outlook on Instagram and how it can be a space for pure enjoyment and creativity despite the competitive influencer culture.

Who else is wondering why school never taught us about personal finance?! It’s the lesson we wish we had and something we all need! This week we bring on Pamela Capalad, a Certified Financial Planner and host of her own podcast call “Brunch and Budget”! Pamela shares us practical tips on how to get our finances in order, healthy financial habits, and explains to us the basics of finance. It’s time to get that BREAD and learn what to do with it!

In today’s social climate, it’s more important than ever that Asian Americans are using their voice to stand up to social injustice and advocate for change. In the last few weeks, our nation has witnessed some of the most unjust acts of violence against Black people. We’ve seen the impact of COVID-19 and the anti-Asian racism become more contagious than the virus itself. Hate is rampant and social injustice is evident more than ever. This week we bring on Betina Hsieh, the Director of Teacher Education and Professor of Education at La Fetra College of Education at the University of La Verne. She focuses her work on teacher education, teacher identity, and Asian Americans and literacy. Betina shares how she uses her own voice in the education space to elevate the perspectives and experiences of Asian Americans while also being an ally to the Black community and other people of color. *Note: This episode was recorded before the killings of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd, but the message is more relevant than ever.

It’s been a minute since we’ve talked about dating and we know you’re ready for the tea! In this episode, we talk about the “In The Wild” challenge, our experience with it, our lessons learned, and what our current relationship status is now. We asked our amazing audience to submit questions about dating and we’re spilling ALL THE TEA! From lessons learned from past relationships, to why you shouldn’t settle, we’re giving you the update you all want!

By now, you know we’re on a constant journey of self growth and self-love. It’s hard, it’s messy, and not always pretty. But we do it because we know that the journey is worth it--that healing for our past and becoming our best selves is within our reach if we choose to put in the work. This week we bring on Ami Park, an actress and mindset coach that teaches others how to become their most abundant selves. We share an honest, real, and raw conversation around how to become our best selves and what manifesting our goals really means. If you feel stuck or are in need of life inspiration, this episode is for you.Special Thanks to: The Steady StudioCalvin Chu

Have you ever had your tarot cards read? No, you can’t see into your future, but you can sure receive guidance and wisdom to help unlock your potential and manifest your goals. This week we bring on Emily Liu, a storyteller who encourages people to connect to their intuition and vulnerability through her writing and audiovisual content. She also happens to a tarot reader who helps people find clarity across different aspects of their lives. This week we talk all things tarot--what it is, how you use it and even do a live reading for you!

One of the universal questions we all ask ourselves is: “What should I do with my life and what is my purpose?” From deciding a major in college, to graduating and entering the workforce--deciding on a career is a major point of anxiety for many of us. Judith Martinez, CEO and founder of InHerShoes, a modern woman’s community of courage, shares with her journey of finding her purpose, paving her own path and what it’s like to be the CEO of her own non-profit. Alyssa, Stacey, and Judith share their unique career paths and how each of their varying career experiences has led them to where they are now.Special guest: Judith Martinez from InHerShoesSpecial thanks to: The Steady Studio and Calvin Chu

2020 is a big year for Alyssa and Stacey. No, not because there’s a global pandemic. 2020 marks their 30th year of living on this planet! The dynamic duo is back for season 3 with a heartfelt reflection on what lessons they’ve learned in their twenties and how they’re entering this new decade of life. From things they’ve learned about themselves, to how they’ve grown and shifted their mindsets about the things that matter in life, this episode is full of truths and honest reflections on entering the Thirties Club!*Episodes were pre-recorded before COVID-19 and quarantine affected the US. Special thanks toThe Steady StudiosCalvin Chu

Season 2 comes to a close! In their season 2 recap, Alyssa and Stacey reflect on their favorite episodes from this past season, their goals and plans in 2020, and share some big life updates. Thank you for joining us on this journey, supporting us, and for tuning in each week. We are grateful for each and every one of you and can’t wait to come back for season 3!

TW: there is a small mention of sexual assaultIn our season 2 closer, we end on one of the most important topics of all: self-love, self-worth, and self-acceptance. For most of us, we search for ways to be happy outwardly whether it be through romantic relationships, friendships, our habits, hobbies and even things we buy. But the truth is, our happiness and our worth isn’t found in the hands of others. The power lies within ourselves. This week we bring on Pangshua Riley (@lueandriley) who shares her inspiring journey to self-love and reminds you that “you are worthy and you are treasured.” Join us for our season closer where we share our honest and raw truths to loving who we are and inspire you to do the same.

You submitted your questions...and now Alyssa and Stacey are giving you the raw and unfiltered tea! From dating updates (Trader Joe’s man, anyone?!) to their fave vegan eats, to honest and real reflections on their lives, Alyssa and Stacey spill the tea on all the simmering questions you had for them. Get to know your podcast hosts even more in this intimate and fun chat!MUSIC:Wesly Tanhttps://www.instagram.com/wesleezyhttps://soundcloud.com/wesleezyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/0ko1hU924XkzxG9vJ75Ruq+all other music platforms

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LINKS:Special Guest: Dr. Sabrina K. Sahni, MD, NCMPhttps://www.instagram.com/sks_md/Musical artist: Samantha Shenhttps://open.spotify.com/album/55cQZAi96BEFE6c9VXzWQb?si=AiLHJEyzRHW4dRbzyAegKAhttps://itunes.apple.com/us/album/rose-colored-glasses-ep/1375800158https://www.instagram.com/samanthashen_

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Special Guest: Allison Teng @curvygirlchichttps://www.curvygirlchic.com/https://www.instagram.com/curvygirlchic/Musical Artist: Jly Spotifyhttps://www.instagram.com/jlymusic/

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Alyssa and Stacey are BACK with season 2! On this season 2 opener, the dynamic duo spill the tea on what’s been going on since they’ve last recorded. From life transitions, mental health, to the #inthewildchallenge, Alyssa and Stacey are back with their honest conversations and genuine reflections. If you’ve ever felt “behind” or compared your life to someone else’s this episode is for you. They dive into their experiences with the comparison game and how to reset your mindset. Grab your cup of tea and enjoy SEASON 2!

3 months ago, Alyssa and Stacey overcame their fears and started Tea Talk Podcast. It’s been such a growing journey for them both as they’ve uncovered hard topics, learned how to be vulnerable, and opened their hearts to a wider audience. In this season recap, they share their lessons learned, favorite parts of the podcast, and where they’re headed from here on out. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting Tea Talk Podcast this season and for being a part of this community-tea!

Communication. It’s the basis of every relationship we have--from professional, personal, platonic, to romantic--we need effective communication skills in order to see these relationships flourish. This week we bring in Catherine (@poshcatch), an environmental scientist and fashionista, who shares her tips on how to develop positive and effective communication habits. Alyssa, Stacey, and Catherine share their candid experiences with communication blunders-- from the workplace to their personal lives. This episode is FULL of wisdom and you WON’T want to miss our season closer. Grab your favorite cup to tea and join us this week!

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an “instagrammer”? Ever wonder what really goes on when creating content? Or the hidden world that exists behind the pretty photos and numbers you see on Instagram? We’re pulling back the curtain to the world of Instagram as an influencer--from hacks to grow and the struggles we go through--we’re covering it all!

A big part of growth involves the hard stuff--pain, and specifically heartbreak. Alyssa and Stacey share their experiences with heartbreak, how they’re healing from it, and how to view it in order to grow. Whether you’re walking through heartbreak now or have in the past, this episode touches upon a universal feeling we’ve all felt. Our hope is that this episode reminds you that you’re not alone and that it is possible to move forward after heartbreak.

It’s no secret that modern dating these days involves all the online phone apps, endless swiping, and superficial judgments. And with that, the dynamic and dating norms have changed--but where did the common decency go?! In this episode, Alyssa and Stacey share their dating woes and reset dating norms for all the people that need it. From texting do’s and dont’s or how to treat your date with respect...we give you the basics in Dating 101.

Have you struggled with perfectionism or the allusion of needing to be perfect? On this week’s episode, we unpack the root of perfectionism with our first guest: Calvin Chu! An entrepreneur and photographer, Calvin shares with us his story of how the need to be perfect stemmed from tough parts of his childhood, how he’s overcoming it, and his journey of healing. Grab your cup of tea and listen in this week!

Self-awareness is key to growth and managing healthy relationships with others and yourself. In this fun episode, Alyssa and Stacey talk about their sun signs and Myers Briggs test personality types, and dive deeper into understanding each other. Grab your tea and tune in to learn more about your podcast hosts!

What’s the one thing that holds people back from taking chances and doing the things they want most in life? FEAR. It can be debilitating and crippling for some--why is that? Alyssa and Stacey explore the topic of fear, share examples of how they’ve overcome fears in their own lives, and share tips on how you can do the same.

It’s no secret that as we grow older, our friendships evolve and shift just like we do. In Episode 3, Alyssa and Stacey tackle all things about friendships: from how to make friends as an adult, how to maintain friendships, and when you need to let go of friendships that no longer serve you. Grab your favorite cup of tea and tune into the tea!

It’s no secret that a rite of passage into adulthood includes the experience of dating--including the good, the bad, and the ugly. Alyssa and Stacey share their experiences as single Asian American women who are in their late twenties, the pros and cons of online dating, and how they navigate the challenges of dating in this modern tech-dependent world. They even spill the tea on their dating types--ready to hear more? Press play to hear episode 2!

Alyssa and Stacey welcome you to tea talk by sharing their story of how they came up with the name, how they met, and why they started this podcast. Meet the ladies behind Tea Talk!