The Asian American Voice

DJ Chuang is a strategy consultant, currently working with the .BIBLE ("dotBIBLE") Registry, a new top-level domain for all things Bible. He co-hosts the Erasing Shame podcast (erasingshame.com) and authored the book, MultiAsian.Church: A Future for Asian Americans in a Multiethnic World (multiasian.church). He has been blogging at his personal website [djchuang.com] since 1999 and also freely sharing connections to ideas, people, and resources.   Topics we cover in this interview: What is shame? What is the difference between guilt and shame? Can shame be healthy? How to be good listener when somebody reaches out to you for help How to reach out for help if you are struggling How Asian-American males experience shame Negative Self Talk  What to expect if you seek a counselor or therapist How religion can help and also perpetuate shame   How to connect with DJ Chuang: DJ's website Erasing Shame Erasing Shame Youtube Channel     Email B.J. Kang at brian.kang510@gmail.com   theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/41 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Yin is an Asian American marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Oregon and founder of Theralane. As a child of immigrants, she didn't always know she wanted to be a therapist.  Yin started out in investment banking right out of college and co-founded an IT services company where she worked for almost 15 years in Silicon Valley. As a therapist, Yin primarily works with Asians, Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders for a range of concerns ranging from challenging family dynamics, chronic relationship difficulties (romantic, love, family, work), life transitions, career challenges, identity questions, high functioning depression, and anxiety. She enjoys working with folks who are either brand new to therapy or have had “bad” or ineffective experiences in therapy. In addition to seeing clients, Yin has made it her mission to help normalize mental health, wellness and therapy services in API communities.  Theralane produced a free, community event, “De-Mystifying Therapy for Asian Americans” in Portland, Oregon.  Theralane is also promoting #Asiansdotherapy to help create more visibility and challenge stigma. Topics we cover on this show: How to find a therapist that is right for you What is therapy and what to expect if you decide to enter therapy Why Asian-Americans don't want to ask for help What to do if you are feeling pain and you are not ready for individual therapy How to normalize therapy in Asian-American communities How to deal with somebody being angry with you Why I got into a huge argument with a Lyft driver that cut me off   How to get in touch with Yin Li: www.theralane.com   Other Resources: List of 12 Step Groups for various addictions and issues   Email B.J. Kang at brian.kang510@gmail.com   theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/40 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Mentored early on by master action director Corey Yuen, Bao was instilled with an approach to action that doesn't rely solely on spectacle, but also draws on story and character. Screen Anarchy praised his written-and-directed short Bookie for its “flawlessly realized world populated by entirely fleshed out and believable characters, driven by a compelling narrative and brought to sumptuous life.” He has since traveled back to his homeland of Vietnam to work as a feature film editor. His editing credits include Cho Lon, one of Southeast Asia's highest-budgeted action blockbusters, and Jackpot, a heartfelt comedy selected as Vietnam's official entry to the 2016 Oscars for Best Foreign Film. Ain't It Cool News enthusiastically declared Bao as “a director I expect to see big things from.”   How to not be complacent in your life and career How to go for your dreams and passions The importance of mentorship Using the dreams of your childhood to guide you in the decisions you make in adulthood The film industry of Vietnam and struggles of censorship The evolution of film editing throughout the years How to support Asian American filmmakers What “It's a Wonderful Life” and “The Terminator” have in common   The Paper Tigers Movie Kickstarter   POV Films website   theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/39 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

St. Lenox is an American indie pop outfit from Columbus and Brooklyn, helmed by Andrew Choi, who works as an attorney in New York City. Writing in the vein of modern American social realism, Choi's most recent record, Ten Hymns From My American Gothic, discusses progressivism, immigration and family, set in the Iowa midwest. PopMatters, rating the record 9/10, calls it "nothing short of a 21st century pop masterpiece" with AllMusic similarly praising it as an example of "true 21st century songwriting." The Harvard Crimson proclaims it a “stellar album, covering the experience of the children of immigrants from the emotional highs of boundless optimism to cultural disconnect … one of the most interesting releases of the year.” Salon calls the record one of the most "criminally underrated albums to come out" in 2016.   What you will learn from this episode: How to not care what other people think about you How to balance a full time job with creating something outside of work How to master your craft for more confidence in performing or putting yourself out there How to quiet your inner critic How to be aware of your shame when creating things Andrew's experience as an Asian American musician Andrew's experience performing at SXSW in Austin, TX   theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/37 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Paul Sohn is a leadership coach, best-selling author and speaker. Formerly employed by both a Fortune 50 company and a Top 100 Great Place to Work Company, Paul is the founder and CEO of QARA, an organization committed to helping twenty-somethings discover their God-given identity and calling. Paul is a best-selling author of Quarter-Life Calling: Finding Your God-Given Purpose in Your Twenties. In 2014, Paul was named one of the Top 33 under 33 Christian Millennials to Follow by Christianity Today. Some of Paul's favorite things include authentic Korean food, tennis, and traveling. Paul currently resides in San Diego. What you will learn from this episode What is a quarter life crisis How to start a blog and build it to 100,000 readers per month How to find your calling in life The importance of having mentors, coaches, friends and family that tell you the truth How to leave a high paying corporate job The importance of self awareness and self discovery to find your calling Starting the process of self discovery in your 20s For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/37 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

B.J. Kang talks about his thoughts and reflections after season 1 ends of The Asian American Voice podcast. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/36 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Tuan is first and foremost, a father and family man. While doing his best at that, he is an entrepreneur driven by fun, passion and the purpose of making the world a better place. Currently, he owns 3 businesses. HealthGenie.ca provides business advisory, marketing and leadership services to dental groups across North America. TuanNguyen.Space helps individuals ready to screw the 9 to 5 life to build a business and life in realization that legacy is important to them and their loved ones. Lastly, DudeBuddha.com curates life's greatest hacks and lessons from awesome biz dads to help other awesome biz dads who want a successful business and home life. Tuan shares about going into dark times and how he used that to define what he calls his "spotlight moment". For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/35 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Koji Steven Sakai is the founder of Little Nalu Pictures LLC. He has written five feature films that have been produced, Haunted Highway , The People I've Slept With , Monster & Me , #1 Serial Killer , and Dying to Kill. He also served as a producer on The People I've Slept With, #1 Serial Killer, Dying to Kill and Dwayne Perkins: Take Notes, a one hour comedy special. Koji is also currently working on a Kickstarter campaign for a film he is producing called "The Big Bachi and also has a new novella available on Amazon Kindle, "Operation Survive". Koji shares about who influenced him to become a writer and how he could not envision his life and career being stuck in a cubicle. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/34 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Musician Scott "Chops" Jung has produced music for The Lonely Island, E-40, Nikki Minaj, Kanye West, Ice Cube, Snoop, Lil Wayne Scott is a member of the legendary hip hop group "Mountain Brothers" which is the first Asian American rap group to be signed to a major record label. Scott shares when his love for music started and his journey of getting signed to a major record label. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/33 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Anisha Adusumilli is an LA-based South Asian content creator and actress making her directorial debut in her first short, FIRST DATE, currently making rounds at film festivals across the country. She is also an actress, and has been previously seen as a guest on major television shows like How I Met Your Mother, New Girl, and NCIS: Los Angeles. Anisha shares why she wanted to begin directing as well as acting. She also shares about the importance of mindset and having a positive attitude. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/32 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Mike Kim is a marketing consultant and host of the #1 ranked podcast on personal branding in iTunes, The Brand You Podcast. He helps corporate professionals launch a coaching or consulting business so they can leave their day job and do work they love and believe in. He is also an in-demand strategist and copywriter who has shaped the message and marketing for several New York Times best-selling authors. If you want to leave your day job and become an independent consultant, visit mikekim.com for his free video series, the Build Your Brand Bootcamp. Mike shares how he left a job as Chief Marketing Officer of a multi million dollar company by building an online presence on the side. He also shares how he uses networking and taking action to boost his success as an entrepreneur. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/31 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Sheena Yap Chan is a blogger, podcaster, marketing consultant, author and speaker whose sole purpose, drive and passion is to help women live a better life through entrepreneurship. She currently inspires women everyday through her podcast called The Tao of Self Confidence where she interviews various women about their inner journey to self confidence. Sheena shares about a tragedy that was the catalyst to quit her job and start creating the life and business she wanted. She also speaks on how she was able to gain confidence in her business and life through physical fitness, energy work, mindset and surrounding herself with people that support her dreams. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/30 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Keith is the creator of the website "The Nerds of Color" at www.nerdsofcolor.org which is a website that talks about pop culture, comic books and movies with a different cultural lens. He is also an editor of the "Secret Identities" anthology available on Amazon.com. Keith shares about how he got started with the blog and why he started the website. He also shares about his thoughts on the whitewashing in Hollywood. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/29 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Gene Luen Yang was named earlier this year as national ambassador for young people's literature by The Library of Congress. Gene is the 2007, 2010, 2015 recipient of the Eisner Award which is the Oscar awards of the comic industry. Gene shares his journey into creating comics and graphic novels as well as productivity tips to get into the creative mindset. He also shares about his work with DC comics and working with Jim Lee on "New Superman" set in China with a Shanghai born Superman. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/28 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

JT Tran went from being a rocket scientist working for NASA to becoming a dating, confidence coach and a pick up artist. JT speaks about what he calls a "call to service" for Asian males in the dating and confidence space. JT shares about the concept of pick up artists and debunks some myths people may have about pick up artists. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/27 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Meg Le Vu is a content creator who helps businesses brand themselves with video. She has a show called Get in the Lab which is in it's final season and is a best selling author of The Video Marketers Cookbook. Before that, Meg was a wedding photographer and inspected businesses for hazardous materials handling and waste. Meg goes more in depth about feeling a need for change in her government job and how she was able to move into creating a business for herself. She shares about where she is now and how she is looking to pivot away from her current projects into new businesses and projects. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/26 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Evan Jackson Leong is a 6th generation Chinese American director and documentary filmmaker. Leong is known for his documentary Linsanity about Jeremy Lin, which made its world premiere at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival. We discuss his upcoming and first narrative feature film "Snakehead". Evan is launching a Kickstarter campaign to build a community behind his passion project. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/25 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Jay Wong is the host and executive producer of "The Inner Changemaker"; an award-winning podcast where he interviews modern-day changemakers on choosing legacy over currency. Jay is dedicated to working with purpose-driven individuals and passionate creators, helping them get their inner message out to the world in a BIGGER way. His podcasting strategies have been featured in podcasting conferences all around North America and his podcast was recognized by iTunes as the #1 podcast for self-improvement in 2015 as well as a nominated as a Top 10 Business Podcast for 2016. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/24 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Dave Young Kim is an award winning artist and muralist. His murals can be seen all around the world. Dave is the recipient of the 2015 Asian Pacific American Heritage Award. Dave shares about the inspiration behind his art which is rooted in his Korean-American heritage. Dave's passion for art started at an early age and his parent's encouragement helped nurture his artistic talents. Dave shares about getting into gangs in high school as a way to find a place to belong. Dave also talks about getting kicked out of college and getting back into college as an art major. Dave shares how he is able to make a living as a full time artist. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/23 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

In 2012, Dawoon Kang co-founded Coffee Meets Bagel along with her sisters Arum and Soo. Dawoon shares her experience taking the leap from a cushy, corporate job to starting the company as well as the experience she had on "Shark Tank" and turning down a $30 million offer from Mark Cuban For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/22 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Paul Kim aka P. Keys is a former top 24 contestant on American Idol. Paul's music is a blend of covers and original music. His youtube channel has amassed over 96,000 subscribers and his videos have been viewed over 10 million times. Paul continues to shatter stereotypes being a Korean-American in the R & B music genre. Paul shares about his journey in becoming a musician and his transition into creating music on YouTube. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/21 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Marc Ching is the owner of The Petstaurant located in Sherman Oaks, CA where he makes species-appropriate meals for both dogs and cats. He founded Animal Hope & Wellness Foundation five years ago so he could start rescuing locally abused animals. Just last year, he added another cause to the Foundation: conquering the Dog Meat Trade in Asia. Marc recently took a trip to China to save 1000 dogs and shut down numerous dog slaughterhouses during the Yulin Dog Meat Festival. He has traveled multiple times to Asia and has risked his life to bring awareness to the governments of the inhumane treatment of dogs. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/20 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Nelson Wong is the original Asian-American entertainment blogger. He is the founder of AA Risings Record and also founder of AA Risings the blog that used to be called the "Yahoo of Asian American entertainment websites". Nelson was in a car accident that propelled him to go all in with AA Risings Record and immersed himself in the Asian-American entertainment industry by putting on talent showcases and starting AA Risings. After 25 years in 2015 Nelson retired from AArisings.com and still is actively involved in the Asian-American entertainment industry. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/19 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

 James is a professional speaker, author of "Mobilizing People", performance coach and owner of MPM a video production and marketing company. James started his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 19. He shares mindset tips and well as tangible strategies to start a business using passion and connecting to others. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/18 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/ 

Brandon T. Adams is a serial entrepreneur, motivational speaker and crowdfunding expert. Brandon left his corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship and talks about the steps he took to make the leap. Brandon shares tips on how to launch a crowdfunding campaign with success. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/17 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/  

Jennifer Choi is Founder and Champion of Communication at Bon Intent, a boutique communications consultancy. Jennifer walks us through step by step what she did to quit her corporate job and start her company. She talks about the importance of self reflection and the emotional aspect of following your calling. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/16 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Dr. Michi Fu is a Taiwanese American licensed psychologist who specialized in Asian American mental health. Dr. Michi Fu's goal is to make psychology a household name especially in the Asian-American community. Dr. Fu discusses finding the right career path, lack of mental health in the Asian American community and parenting.  theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/15 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Lynn Chen is an entertainer and body image activist. She has a diverse resume, ranging from singing on The Metropolitan Opera Stage, to starring in Sony Pictures Classics' "Saving Face," narrating the international bestseller "Crazy Rich Asians," playing the villain "Goh Xiulan" in "Call of Duty: Black Ops 3" and touring with Dischord Records' punk band E.D. Sedgwick. Most recently, you can catch Lynn guest starring on HBO's "Silicon Valley" and AMC's "Fear the Walking Dead." Lynn hosts numerous YouTube food/travel videos, which have reached over 30 million views. In 2013, Marie Claire Magazine called Lynn one of The New Change Agents. She is a Spokesperson for the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) as well as Skype's Acting Ambassador. In addition to running two award-winning blogs (The Actor's Diet and Thick Dumpling Skin) Lynn is a classically trained pianist. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/14 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Ojay Malonzo is the co-founder of Figure 8 Solutions a consulting business. Ojay shares his story of taking the leap into starting his own business and talks about how to effectively scale a business. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/13 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Kathreen Khavari is an Iranian-American producer, writer, and actor. Kathreen shares her journey into acting and provides insight in staying persistent. For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/12 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: https://www.facebook.com/TheAsianAmericanVoice/

Nada Lena is the CEO and Founder of Rise Up for You, a network dedicated to empowering women globally. Nada shares strategies of becoming more self loving in order to have more confidence in business and life.

Henry Kim is a writer, producer, director and co-founder of Empty Kingdom. Henry discusses his realization of wanting to be a film maker at a young age and his work on a sports documentary for The Golden State Warriors.     For the show notes page for this episode please visit: theasianamericanvoice.com/podcast/10 "Like" our Facebook page for updates on future shows and other resources: The Asian American Voice Facebook Page

Tony Huynh aka "The Fit Asian Man" is a podcast host, blogger, coach and former competitive body builder. Tony discusses his decision to quit his stable job to pursue his passions and offers fitness and health tips in this interview. 

Karl Gusner is the co-founder of the startup Good Audience. Karl talks about his journey into entrepreneurship as well as what he has learned along the way. 

Izzy Arkin quit his job in his 20s to fulfill his dream of becoming a ninja. Izzy shares his hero's journey and gives tangible tips to find direction in your life and career. 

Diana is a celebrity stylist and wardrobe stylist. Diana speaks about feeling lost after college and the road to finding her dream career.    Show notes for this episode located at our website: TheAsianAmericanVoice.com/podcast/6

Claire Yeung is a motivational speaker, coach, trainer and author of "The Eighty Year Rule". We discuss not living with regret, quitting her 23 year career as a lawyer with no plan of action after being diagnosed with a mysterious illness.

Dale Ting is an entrepreneur focusing on online businesses. We discuss Dale's move from being a product engineer to creating his businesses and being able to work form wherever he wants with just his laptop.

Joni Young is a coach and consultant to CEOs and business owners. Joni speaks about being a 10 year old immigrant with no english speaking skills to building up a $20 million company and moving towards what she calls "Purposeful Prosperity"

Brian Yang is an actor and producer. We discuss how Brian went from becoming an extra in a feature film to becoming an actor on the hit CBS TV show, Hawaii Five-0 and producing the documentary "Linsanity" that was featured at The Sundance Film Festival in 2013

Tash Wong, co-owner of Seldom Seen speaks about following her dreams to start an online and brick and mortar boutique.

Introduction episode of The Asian American Voice podcast as well as introducing your podcast host, B.J. Kang.