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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 104:55

Asking for a friend - does anyone else feeling like just giving up and becoming a potato lately? Because same. In this episode, Minji closes out SEASON 4 and celebrates a beautiful milestone for 6 YEARS OF First Of All Podcast by processing her most recent super fun existential crisis with her dear friend am, the amazing dancer, entrepreneur, and soulful spirit Ben Chung. With the Hollywood strikes, rapid AI development, climate change doom, plus oodles of personal ups & downs, Minji finds herself a bit worn out (again). Ben shares his signature good vibes and deep philosophies that he's cultivated through his prolific creative work and faith. We're blessed with some crazy inspiring stories from Ben's journey of America's Dance Crew and thoughts on how to navigate a rapidly changing world. They chop it up about change, rejection, and practicing how to be present with profound gratitude in the most uncertain of times. Yes, even in this economy. Follow Our Guest Ben Chung:Instagram (@btek_benchung)Twitter (@btek_benchung)kinjaz.comFollow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Instagram (@firstofallpod)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and "Close to the Edge" by Fulton Lee▫️ NEW!!: Subscribe to First Of All on YouTube & check out our S4 episodes on video!▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer Da Eun Kim @daeunkmSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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183 - Owning The Narrative & Telling Your Story with Author Emily Inouye Huey

Rise Up Worldwide's Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 82:57

Far too many times in life, our narratives get told by others. Sometimes, being a passive passenger in the journey can feel the safest and most comfortable...until you realize the consequences of not speaking up on your or your community's behalf. Like misinformation, isolation, erasure, and even the exploitation of narratives to serve another's agenda. We're all becoming much more keenly aware of how this has been playing out for real all around us, and many of us are wondering how to approach it. In this episode, Minji sits down with Emily Inouye Huey, author of the moving YA novel "Beneath the Wide Silk Sky" - story about a Japanese American teenager named Sam who is navigating her young life in the wake of Pearl Harbor during WWII. Together they talk about Emily's personal process as a writer and as a Japanese American person unpacking very real family history that she's digesting. They go into the ups and downs of learning, embracing, and finding courage to share stories that mean so much, and how these stories can be vital contributions to culture, politics, and our own personal growth. Emily shares her thoughts on the recent book bans spreading across America, and what's at stake if we don't stand up for truth, accessibility and education. Timestamps: 00:00-10:15 - Introduction to episode & Emily featuring Uzuhan's "Uzutrap"10:15-52:42 - Part 1 of conversation with Emily52:42-54:42 - Break54:42-1:17:00 - Part 2 of conversation with Emily1:17:00-1:22:57 - Outro featuring Melissa Polinar's "Another Universe"Follow Our Guest Emily Inouye Huey:https://www.instagram.com/emily_inouye_huey/https://emilyhuey.com/Follow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Instagram (@firstofallpod)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" & "Another Universe" by Melissa Polinar▫️ NEW!!: Subscribe to First Of All on YouTube & check out our S4 episodes on video!▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @DaEunKimSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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Ep291 - 2023 Season Relaunch

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 121:53

Ep291 - 2023 Season Relaunch! Topics - DJ LostNFound Returns to Rise Up - Keenan Anderson - Black Lives Matter cousin killed by police - Is CHH Dead? Hosted by @JoeBossRadio, DJ LostNFound & @ChefRock516 Follow us on All Social Media @RiseUpWorldwide Listen in at www.RiseUpWorldwide.net or FB Live, Youtube, and Twitter We Do Not Own The Rights To The Music!! Playlist powered by @DJLostNFound 1. Rik Montero (@rikmonteromusic) & ATTAM (@attamofficial) - Set It Off 2. Limoblaze (@limoblaze_) - Pull Up 3. 1K Famo (@1kfamoworldwide) - Thug Love 4. Q-Flo (@qflo_music215) - Freeverse 5. J. Monty (@jmontystudios) & TuKool Tiff (@tukooltiff) - Enemies & Foes 6. Datin (@datin_tripled) & Monster Tarver (@monstertarver) - Bounce Back 7. Still Shadey (@stillshadey) - All I Need 8. Uzuhan (@uzuhanmusic) - Home(sic) #GynesisRadio #TransformationRadio #YesHourRadio #UrbanGospel #AAUMEDIA #Podcast #Radio #NowPlaying #ArtistManagement #SocialMediaMarketing #CHH #RealCHH #TruthMusic #Trending #HipHop #HisHopRadio #HisHopNation #ChristLikeRadio #ShareTheWealth

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2022/12/17 - Oaks & Jabs have found their way back... Their last one for 2022 so Jabs might even get a bit reflective. Look out!

Definition Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022

Oaks & Jabs have found their way back. After 2 months there's plenty to talk about and plenty of new tracks to play. Their last one for 2022 so Jabs might even get a bit reflective. Look out. Playlist: Those Were The Days (Newselph Remix) by K.I.N.E.T.I.K. ft. BREIS Hopefully by Sareem Poems & Madi Transparency by JoshJoes ft. Holy Gabbana, Young C & Tanikka Charrae Alabaster Jar by Uzuhan, Jonathan Ogden & Cole McSween God Energy by Monster Tarver ft. Francois Long Gone by 678NATH The Diss. By Revive The Youth Conversations With God by Phathom ft. Ashlee Keyton, Azeekah Young C Execution by Tunnel Rats Up by Zero & Dae Who Do I Fear? by Zero & Dae Walking In Darkness by Zero & Dae Beacon Of My Life by Revive The Youth Good by Ozay Moore Thy Wayz by Ryland Junior, Jonnie 3:16 & Knick Knack Vote on the playlist at www.definitionradio.com/show/829 Leave your requests/shout-outs on our socials www.facebook.com/DefinitionRadio www.instagram.com/DefinitionHH www.twitter.com/DefinitionHH www.krosswerdz.com

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179 - Red Flags In Dating Pt. 1 with Dia Frampton

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 96:07

Dating can be super fun, exploratory, and adventure-filled with charming people you can connect with...when it's not a dumpster fire of poor communication, confusing mixed signals, bad manners, and weird vibes from strangers we'd rather forget. All in a day in the life of the modern single human being, right? Well a silver lining to our over-connected world of the Interwebs, we have all these platforms to vent, commiserate & educate each other on how to identify and deal with some of the more undesirable parts. Like what is just an unattractive trait vs a glaring neon sign saying RUN as fast as you possibly can? This episode, Minji brings back singer-songwriter and actor Dia Frampton to spill the tea on some of the red flags they've experienced in dating. With Dia's just recently entering the world of dating apps and Minji's multiple years of experience, they share the warning signs they've picked up on online and IRL. There might even be a role play conversation on confronting an awkward dealbreaker. Disclaimer, as there are SO many flags to identify and talk through, consider this a part 1 chat of many to come!!!Follow Our Guest Dia Frampton:https://www.instagram.com/diaframpton/https://www.instagram.com/meganddiamusic/http://www.diamusic.net/Follow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Facebook (/christineminjichang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and "Home To Me" by Simone Cardoso▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSun(New) Producer! @PriksaMusicSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#178 - A Conversation On Asian Racism & Intraracial Prejudice with Sami Jayne

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 92:38

Racism is a very complicated topic to broach. It can intimidate, trigger, and overwhelm so many so easily because of how pervasive and personal it gets, on top of how exhausted so many feel. Sometimes it feels like we've made some tiny headway towards a baseline respect, maybe even a bit of progress towards equity. Sometimes it feels like we've regressed or have come to a complete standstill. Meanwhile, the nuance of who gets put under the social microscope has evolved and includes more communities than ever before. In this episode, Minji sits down with her friend Sami Jayne to get as real as possible about racism within the Asian American/Asian diaspora. Together they discuss their own painful experiences between different Asian ethnicities, discovering the different roots of their prejudice, understanding intergenerational trauma from war and colonization, colorism, racial purity, and where they care to move the conversation. They also share their thoughts on how representation, especially in their shared world of entertainment and media, plays out to different levels of success and what work they believe is yet to be done. Follow Our Guest Sami Jayne:https://www.instagram.com/The.Sami.Jayne/Follow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Facebook (/christineminjichang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “A Thousand Cuts" by Ruby Ibarra feat. Ann One▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSun(New) Producer! @PriksaMusicSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#177 - Mental Health Breaks & Being OK Not Being OK Update!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 44:41

Minji returns to the FOA airwaves after an extended mental health and recharge break after one exhausting summer. A big update with reflections on making her first short film, learning to be proud of herself, unraveling with the overturning of Roe v Wade, and other impactful moments. She gets into the power of sharing stories, facing our unique fears, and taking time to get centered when everything, everywhere, all at once is just... a bit too much. Follow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Facebook (/christineminjichang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Gud Luh" bye Isa▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSun(New) Producer! @PriksaMusicSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#176 - Learning How To Protect Yourself & Lawyer Up with Chuong Bui

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 100:32

No one likes a lawsuit. Lawyers are commonly vilified for exorbitant billable hours and sharklike tendencies. For many people, any situation involving legal counsel is one to run away from and avoid at all costs. And yet at some point, many folks do require legal help to navigate a complicated system of rules and power plays. In this episode, Minji sits down with her friend and actual legal counselor, Chuong Bui, who is a seasoned entertainment attorney and the co-founder of Counsel 4 Creators - a platform and subscription service to accommodate independent artists in their artistic journey. Together they dive into Minji's former deathly fear of legal matters, and a couple of the various incidents that made her analysis paralysis (mostly) a thing of the past. They also discuss Chuong's journey with becoming and practicing, as an attorney who helps out artists create great works of art and makes every "doctor or lawyer" comment from a parent suddenly doesn't seem so bad after all. They analyze the different barriers between need folks who can afford to get good help and the ones who do their best trying to get by on shoestring income but often need help the most. If you have ever been intimidated or overwhelmed thinking about lawyering up, this one's for you.Follow Our Guest Chuong Bui:https://counselforcreators.com/https://www.instagram.com/counselforcreators/https://www.instagram.com/who_is_bui/Follow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Facebook (/christineminjichang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Gud Luh" bye Isa▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSun(New) Producer! @PriksaMusicSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#175 - Unpacking Celebrity & Influencer Culture with Kevyn Fong (Level4Alpha) & Priska (Two Horny Goats Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 108:33

From the days of Marilyn to The Beatles to Michael Jackson, Kim K & Logan Paul, it's safe to say that celebrity culture has evolved and transformed in its way into becoming an everyday part of our modern life. Now celebrity status includes "everyday" content creators or influencers who make funny skits from their respective glass rectangles, or even say.. podcast hosts. (Btw, we're self-aware here at FOA to know we are not celebrity status but do influence in our own way to our beloved brilliant audience, thank you love you) In this episode, Minji brings two of her dearest friends and fellow content creators Kevyn Fong (TikTok/IG's level4alpha) and Priska (singer/songwriter/co-host of Two Horny Goats Podcast) to dive into how our collective obsession/resentment/addiction/admiration/disgust with celebrities and influencers exists nowadays and how they attempt to navigate it all. Coming from a variety of backgrounds working in the entertainment industry from being talent and being behind the scenes watching how the sausage is made (and maybe making some themselves), they share their various insights on the fun and danger of it all. One example they dive into is the slap heard around the world by Will Smith at the Oscars, which they happened to be together to witness at the same time with very different reactions. Come tune in to hear them break it all down, wonder about our future, take responsibility for their relationships with the culture itself, and tips on how to maintain self-awareness and a healthy mental hygiene. Follow Our Guest Kevyn Fong:https://www.instagram.com/level4alpha/https://www.tiktok.com/@level4alphahttps://www.youtube.com/c/level4alphaFollow Our Guest Priscilla Liang-Kim aka Priska:http://www.priskamusik.com/https://www.instagram.com/priskamusik/https://www.instagram.com/twohornygoats/Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “80HD Screens” by Solomon Wook▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSunSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#174 - Home Ownership & Real Estate For Newbies with Ken Er

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 94:22

So how about those home loan interest rates, eh? And...mortgages! Escrow? Closing costs. Contingencies. Bidding wars. OK, anyone else totally lost too? If you're anything like Minji, seemingly responsible grown up as she (mostly) saw herself, you might have reached adulthood hearing about this grand milestone of owning a home over and over again. You might have 100% expected it to happen for you at some point when you were good and "established", even aspired to it and considered it a key marker of your success. But somewhere in the giant batch of subjects that were never properly taught to most of us in school - budgeting, credit scores, taxes - home ownership is right up there in obscure and overwhelming adult rites of passage. In this episode, Minji brings calls upon her friend, realtor Ken Er, to come educate us all and commiserate with those who've been intimidated and in the dark about this mystical real estate journey. Together they swap stories on how they first approached their very different experiences of buying property, the lessons that they painstakingly learned, and how much they've changed in their financial literacy once they took the plunge. If you've ever been amongst friends and family, nodding along pretending to understand your aunties drone on about HOA fees and refinancing more than once, this one's for you. You are not alone. Links For Our Guest Ken Er:https://www.instagram.com/ken_er/https://www.instagram.com/youreastbayhome/https://youreastbayhome.com/Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Stumble Home” by Samica▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSunSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#173 - Emotional Thirst Traps & Life Lessons with James Tang AKA Your Internet Boyfriend

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 92:57

With times as crazy as these, we need all the support we can get. Deep conversations with friends, a good book, a tranquil walk through a park, a home cooked meal, meditation...and a social media persona moonlighting as our ultra caring significant other. Enter our Internet Boyfriend and charming FOA guest this week, James Tang. In this episode, Minji catches up with her friend James, the creative soul behind the viral TikTok character "Your Internet Boyfriend" who caught some attention for his sincere and clever emotional thirst traps. And oh did the parched online audience show up for the empathy, acts of service, and undivided attention via loads of direct eye contact. James' content happened to be a point of joy and levity in Minji's dark pandemic days, and together they reverse engineer how this character was inspired through James' acting background and the astoundingly low bar for dating these days...and perhaps since forever. They discuss how this persona is received across both male and female audiences, James' insights from "dating" so many people on the Internet, as well as how this character has truly helped people come to realize some important things for themselves. Links:https://www.instagram.com/jamesthetang/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesthetanghttps://twitter.com/jamesthetangFollow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Special” by Andy Yu▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveAudio Engineer @marvinyuehProducer @AnnaSunSocial Media Manager @JulianaDeer

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#172 - Motherhood: The Good, The Bad, & The Unacceptable with Gaby Mier

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 108:34

Motherhood is a monumental, life-changing and sacred experience for those who embark on it. It's also an incredibly loaded topic shrouded in mystery, fear, and sometimes shame when it comes to the complex reality behind the glowy maternity photos, sonogram announcements, and darling newborn portraits. In this episode, the single and childless Minji invites her new friend Gaby Meier, a working woman and mother to a darling 1-year-old son, to get very honest and real about the ups, downs, & reality checks of motherhood today. They share stories of their own mothers, the examples they set, and their respective cultural environments, as well as their life expectations from an early age. They also get honest about their thoughts about feeling up for the challenge, their sense or lack of agency and choice, and the very real inequalities and shortcomings of modern American society in supporting mothers. They are here to un-boo all the taboos, to call out the lack of government and systemic support that should to be in place, and their hopes to provide space and support for the beautiful and hard realities of motherhood. TRIGGER WARNING - There is talk about miscarriages so if you need to skip this episode or come back to it later, please do. Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Follow our Guest Gaby Meier On:Instagram (@wearisgaby)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Louder” by Alfa▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSocial Media Marketing by @JulianaDeer

#171 - Exploring The Law of Attraction and Manifestation with Roxy Shih (Two Horny Goats Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 106:25

We're back with SEASON 3 fam! To kick off this third installment of First Of All, we set intentions to bring good vibes and deeply personal insights on some long-awaited topics. So we're starting by going all in on vibrations, frequencies, manifesting, and the law of attraction. In this episode, Minji brings back the hilarious and wise filmmaker and co-host of Two Horny Goats Podcast, Roxy Shih. Together they share their backgrounds of what led them to their respective spiritual journeys, one involving moving out of a devout religious Christian upbringing and the other coming straight from real life practical examples from their sage immigrant parents. They break down their philosophies and real life application of the law of attraction, and how they continue learning about how mindset, beliefs, energies, emotions, and even quantum physics result into some pretty profound experiences. They also get into some common "woo woo" misconceptions as well as bigger concepts of timing, energies, tarot, and channeling. This episode sets a reminder that life is a perpetual journey of growth, and we can continuously clear out the old to make for the new and good by aligning our mind, body, and spirit.Links: https://www.instagram.com/roxyshih/https://www.roxyshih.com/https://www.twohornygoats.com/Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Lonely Star” by Priska▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer

#170 - Self-Awareness, Nonsense & Parenting Our Parents with David So (Genius Brain Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 129:06

And just like that, we have reached the end of season 2 fam! And what better way to close it out than with the realest unfiltered-est conversation with comedian/podcaster/OG YouTuber/entrepreneur David So. In this extended season finale, David and Minji go down rabbit holes of self-awareness, fully owning what they dislike and also being disliked, as well as the ups and downs of being creative, achieving their goals, and changing ideas of success. They also discuss their second acts as grown adults parenting their aging parents, the challenges of accepting mortality and managing these very old, stubborn teenagers. Thank you so much for hanging with us for season 2 everyone!! We'll be back soon later this spring! Links:https://www.instagram.com/davidsocomedy/?hl=enhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geniusbrain/id1449325923https://scrtsociety.com/https://junbishop.com/https://eatshrimpdaddy.com/Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and a Cover song by David So ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - Season Finale + thank you's00:01:59 - Intro'ing the guest + Topic00:03:57 - Uncertain times and self-care 00:06:32 - Big brother birthday shout-out & Empowering gift giving00:10:11 - David So made it on the pod despite landlord drama 00:16:00 - David & Minji origin story00:18:31 - Pandemic fucked people up00:21:13 - Easing back into society and David's intensity 100:25:12 - Podcast is public communication in the moment00:29:32 - Evolution of FOA conversations 00:31:37 - How David's anxiety manifested in a woman's bathroom 00:36:28 - Overcoming anxiety in high school 00:40:01 - Daring to fail00:43:07 - Choose your destiny and enjoy the process 00:49:40 - Content creators are ball sacks 01:01:30 - BREAK + [Books & Boba Podcast] + FOA patreon 01:03:20 - Listen to Genius Brain Podcast episode about parenting 01:08:36 - Minji's dad's real reason for immigrating 01:12:13 - Asian parents don't understand us! But they also have a point, damnit.01:17:05 - Child abuse commercials don't land 01:22:23 - Forgiveness, empathy is a tool for you 01:33:12 - Acceptance of our aging parents 01:40:01 - Monitoring sodium and water intake 01:46:45 - Thank you David for amazing stories about these real struggles 01:51:44 - Minji's part in David and his fiance meeting 01:54:40 - David hates weddings too! 01:59:18 - This was a great recap of FOA S2 02:02:05 - FOA questions for our guest02:06:01 - Outro + Shoutout to FOA Patrons + Leave a review! + Cover song by David So02:08:23 - [They Call Us Bruce Podcast]

#169 - Late Bloomers and the Ugly Duckling Syndrome with James Liao

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 96:30

This week, we get to hear a very personal and insightful conversation about late bloomers and the evolution of an ugly duckling from our well-spoken guest, James Liao. Most of us think of being a late bloomer in terms of physical appearance and romantic relationships. And while those are major players in the conversation, James also walks us through the not-so-skin-deep shifts in his social, relational, career and personality that also played a big hand in being a late bloomer. Minji and James share their contrasting adolescent experiences of being hyper aware of social hierarchies versus being shut off and bullied, their role models or lack thereof, and how being a "bloomer" and gaining access to social capital can shape them for better or worse. Links:https://www.instagram.com/jlaimaeos/https://lijiethemusicmaker.com/homeFollow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Follow Me Down” by Lijie▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer 00:00:00 - Hope everyone is safe and sane 00:02:25 - Intro'ing guest + topic 00:06:37 - How would James introduce himself? 00:10:30 - Acting class for business school00:13:58 - “Acting is the study of life”00:16:08 - James almost died twice 00:19:54 - Rationalized happiness + Emotional and mental calculus 00:25:39 - Late bloomers v early bloomers 00:31:49 - Channeled anger into 100s of pushups 00:35:43 - Ran away from home to go to church (age 13)00:39:40 - Going from an INTJ to an INFP 00:40:13 - BREAK + [Quarantined Comics Podcast] + FOA Patreon00:44:25 - Hyper aware v shut off 00:51:05 - Relationship bootcamp in college00:56:40 - Asian American men in media 01:03:58 - The point when James bloomed 01:12:52 - When guys started to gravitate towards him 01:15:19 - Haters and downside of late bloomers 01:22:05 - We want to be loved whilst still evolving 01:29:35 - FOA Qs for Guest 01:32:32 - Outro + Share ep with a friend + Thank you Patrons! + Music by Lijie - “Follow you Down”01:35:33 - [Books and Boba Podcast]

Ep.123 - I Hope Tough Guys Hear This (Guest: Uzuhan)

I Hope They Hear This

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 61:34

Uzuhan came back to talk to us about his heart and motive behind the song “Tough Guy” and a little bit about his other song “Christmas Machine.” It was an awesome opportunity for me to pick the brains behind these two amazing songs and learn more about Uzuhan's experiences that led to him writing them. Make sure to go listen to these songs before you listen to this episode! Find Uzuhan's songs on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2KG9Jkvp7Y5wvaMjCcIu37 Any and all feedback can be transmitted via: Email: IHTHTPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ihopetheyhearthis --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ihtht/support

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#168 - The RISE of Asian American Culture with Jeff Yang & Phil Yu aka AngryAsianMan (They Call Us Bruce Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 97:04

This one goes out to the Asian diaspora Gen X, millennial & Gen Z-ers who are getting better acquainted with or just further embracing tf out of their Asian identities. For most of us Asian Americans, we grew up assimilating, disconnecting, and/or over-representing this side of ourselves - our languages, customs, features - in a society where we were mostly stereotyped, fetishized, or simply overlooked and ignored. But throughout the many decades since our parents and grandparents immigrated from our motherlands, we've created spaces, trends, and our own subcultures that have blossomed into a unique and increasingly stronger identity. In this episode, Minji sits down with two Asian American trailblazers who have contributed their life's work to carving out a space for our stories - writers & public figures Jeff Yang and Phil Yu (aka AngryAsianMan). Together they discuss their new book RISE, co-authored with Phil Wang of WongFu Productions, which covers some highlights in the evolution of Asian American pop culture. They dive into how times have changed, the significance of challenging the status quo, and the importance of a supportive, unified community to address bigotry, hate, and ignorance. Links: Spotify - Featured Music Playlisthttps://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/feb/15/wsj-shoes-on-shoeless-house-essayFollow Minji on:Instagram (@minjeezy)Instagram (@firstofallpod)Follow our guests Phil Yu (AngryAsianMan) and Jeff Yang on: Phil Yu Instagram: @angryasianmanJeff Yang Instagram: @originalspinRISE book Instagram: @RISEAAbook ▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “This Is A Song About Self Love” by DANakaDAN. Check out his new album "Me. Also Me." here! ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - Peace for Ukraine 00:03:55 - Intro'ing the topic + guests00:12:42 - Disappointment and hope from the pandemic00:15:18 - Phil and Jeff elevator pitch of what they do 00:23:20 - Impact of Angry Asian Man on college Minji 00:25:56 - Impact of Jeff's writings and publication00:34:48 - Origin story of Phil + Jeff00:42:32 - Phil as a judge for Kollaboration 00:48:51 - BREAK - [They call us Bruce Podcast] + FOA Patreon00:50:20 - RISE - the book is slice of AA history from 90s to now 00:56:55 - If we don't tell our story, who will? 01:03:36 - The decision making process for the book01:11:13 - Not a definitive chronicle but a POV from authors + collaborators 01:18:04 - Parts of the book they each championed 01:24:10 - Respect your elders! 01:25:18 - FOA Qs for our guests 01:33:08 - Outro + Drop a 5 star review + Music by DANakaDAN - “This is a Song About Self Love”01:36:31 - [All the Asians on Star Trek Podcast]

#167 - Starting A Business & Exploring Entrepreneurship with Sajani Amarasiri (Kola Goodies)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 110:20

If you've dreamt of starting a business, you may have stumbled across a roadblock or fifty to get off the ground or even take the leap to pursue it... Should I quit a secure thing? What if I fail? How do I prepare financially? How do I break this to my parents/significant other/industry? How do I get started or even get my foot through the door? Do I need to go back to school? How long will it take to be "successful"? In this episode, Minji sits down with Sajani Amarasiri, founder of Kola Goodies, a superfood and wellness goodies brand with beautiful, authentic South Asian roots. Together they unpack Sajani's journey going from a highly favored Amazon then Microsoft employee with terrific benefits to a globetrotting entrepreneur learning the very basics of creating a business from the ground up. As an immigrant from Sri Lanka, Sajani's story has universal lessons for anyone who aspires to step off their beaten path - learning how to bet on yourself, overcoming microaggressions and daunting setbacks, taking many bites of humble pie, cultivating unbeatable determination and patience, identifying driving values and a unique mission, staying curious, and the importance of support from others. Links: Spotify - Featured Music PlaylistFollow Minji On:Instagram (@minjeezy)Instagram (@firstofallpod)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Butterfly (222)” by Maijah. Get her single here! ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer

#166 - A Rough Valentine's Day & Self-Love Story (SOLO)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 48:31

It's one day after Valentine's Day and we know everyone's already over it, but what society never seems to be over are real life tales of love and loss - the good, the bad, and the excruciatingly ugly. We at First Of All admit it openly - we love LOVE. And over time we can appreciate the bad for what it teaches us. In this solo episode, Minji shares the story behind one of the worst Valentine's Days (if not the worst) of her life - like full on ugly crying on the floor processing betrayal while in a whole other country with no wifi kinda bad. She also reflects on the long road she walked to heal and find love again, complete with a cute little love letter to celebrate it. Links: Spotify - Featured Music PlaylistFollow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Anything For You” by Jules Aurora▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer 00:00:00 - Intro00:02:05 - Valentine's Day 2005 - Paris, France00:05:20 - International calling cards & internet cafes00:08:25 - Don't mess with my big brother00:11:55 - The ugly truth comes out & sinks in00:16:33 - Angry woman > detective00:24:50 - Light and darkness, hope and despair 00:27:01 - Getting out of heartbreak00:31:29 - Single as helllll and peaceful and happy00:37:16 - BREAK + [Books & Boba Podcast] + [FOA Patreon Plug]00:38:59 - A letter to myself00:42:28 - Power in putting thoughts on paper 00:44:04 - Teaser for upcoming journey 00:45:00 - OUTRO + We love DMs and emails! + Music by Jules Aurora - “Anything For You” 00:47:28 - [Quarantined Comics Podcast]

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Love For Buford Highway: A Musician's Perspective

Voices of a Highway

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 28:27

In this episode, Executive Director Lily Pabian sits down with James Han, a rapper and songwriter from Atlanta, GA. The son of Korean immigrants, Uzuhan raps about cultural identity, faith, and self-acceptance. Raised on Hip-Hop, Disco, and Korean folk music, Uzuhan explores his identity through his music. In this episode, James and Lily talk about AAPI identity, the importance of Buford Highway for music and culture, and what it means to grow up as a first generation American in the United States. Make sure to check out Uzuhan's music. Here is a link to the song that Lily and James talk about: https://open.spotify.com/track/6uDItEJh3yHqhDfRW46KkQ?si=6b74727a8ed543a3 And if you liked this episode, please share and leave a review. We'd love to hear from you!

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#165 - Let's Talk Money & Personal Finances with Melly Lee

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 95:15

LET'S TALK ABOUT MONEY, Y'ALL. Now if talking about money openly and honestly ever felt taboo, this episode. is. for. YOU! To get into the nitty gritty of money relationships, habits and strategies, Minji brings back a wonderful returning guest - photographer and blogger Melly Lee - to unpack this broad and emotionally charged topic. The two dive into their histories with money as a spender vs saver, someone who struggled with mountains of debt vs someone who was deathly afraid of debt, and as individuals who never received a substantial financial education. They share beliefs about money that they inherited and how those beliefs manifested in some TOUGH (and expensive) lessons - in work, in friendships, in family dynamics, and more. Most importantly, they share how they've both started reprogramming themselves to feel empowered with money despite gender inequalities, self-sabotaging tendencies, and lack of guidance. This is for the many generations of kids/adults who've had to figure this all out on our own and are learning financial literacy and the creation of true wealth. Links:https://fromzerosavings.com/https://www.instagram.com/mellylee_/ Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “We Could Happen” by AJ Rafael▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer 00:00:00 - Intro. We made it!! Show me the money! 00:03:34 - Exposure does not pay the bills!00:06:08 - From freelance → to → tech 00:08:31 - Making more money means better money management, right? 00:11:16 - Paying for college + student loans 00:15:22 - Money education started with red envelopes 00:18:20 - Money talks are taboo whilst money views are inherited00:21:40 - Saver v spender00:31:18 - Need to reprogram ourselves00:34:42 - BREAK + Support FOA + [Quarantined Comics Podcast]00:36:49 - Hard lessons Melly learned00:43:38 - How Minji's beliefs manifest her life00:50:41 - POV's about money passed down but no guidance 00:53:20 - Melly starts to take a hard look at finances00:56:44 - Getting audited by IRS 00:58:56 - Cost of a bad accountant01:04:27 - Retirement, budgets, & investments01:17:02 - Be gentle with yourself01:21:19 - Women were not raised to be financially literate! 01:27:22 - FOA Q's for the guest01:31:16 - Outro + Music by AJ Rafael - “We Could Happen” 01:34:31 - [They Call Us Bruce Podcast]

#164 - I Hate Wedding Culture (& Love Weddings) with Anna Sun

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 87:26

Weddings! Love. Joy. Family. Friendship. Magic! Celebration!! .... Stress. Tension. Regrets. Bills. Fights. FOMO. As beautiful as these momentous milestones are meant to be, let's be real. Weddings can be as painful as they are joyous. In the whirlwind of dreams coming true under very strained budgets while juggling tons of deadlines, expectations, logistics and relationships...it can be anything but a fairytale. In this episode, Minji unpacks her issues with the insanity of modern wedding culture with her dear friend and fabulous producer - actor and mama Anna Sun. Together they share 15 weddings as bridesmaids/maids of honor, and Anna has been a bride herself. For the record, they both LOVE love and love weddings, but there's much to examine when it comes to the culture surrounding them nowadays. From price gouging to bridal party expectations, fragile relationships, pressures to perform and be perfect, toxic entitlement, cultural layers, social media, and MONEY issues, they break down some of their toughest experiences, lessons learned and the societal norms that have gotten out of hand when it comes to tying the knot. They share their battle stories to empower folks to make their special days the way they truly want, do things differently, normalize having those hard conversations and truly be surrounded by love! Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Monster” by Meg and Dia▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer 00:00:00 - Intro'ing + please be kind00:04:38 - How we feel about this topic00:07:53 - A sprinkle of positive commentary 00:13:01 - Anna's engagement story00:16:09 - The laugh/ cry moment of becoming a bridesmaid00:20:09 - ALL the pressures + expectations00:22:30 - How to prioritize ALL those decisions00:25:01 - Nonexistent convos about money as a bridesmaid 00:30:31 - Bridesmaids v groomsmen00:34:32 - BREAK - [Books & Boba Podcast]00:35:41 - [Ways to support FOA]00:37:29 - The wedding party selection00:41:13 - The BM experience (esp in our 20s)00:50:05 - Beware of becoming a bridezilla 00:54:52 - Always a bridesmaid 00:58:00 - Dealing with the guest list, parents and gift etiquette 01:08:20 - The best parts about Anna's wedding01:10:31 - What Minji loves/ would change about weddings 01:18:58 - FOA Q's for the guest01:23:41 - Outro + Music by Meg and Dia (Monster) 01:26:20 - [Modern Minorities Podcast]

#163 - Evolving Beauty Standards with David Yi (Very Good Light)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 73:20

Beauty can be such a fun way to channel your self-expression, try new products/personas/looks, practice self-care, and get in touch with your innermost confidence. It can also be overwhelming and painful trying to keep up with societal standards that feel rigid, unattainable, and downright dehumanizing at times. In this week's episode, Minji sits down with David Yi, a beauty expert and passionate advocate of examining and redefining beauty as a concept, practice, and culture. David has spent most of his life breaking down stigmas and stereotypes by asking “SAYS WHO?” through his work as a journalist, his industry-disrupting beauty products and his new book Pretty Boys. Together they go beyond skin-deep in their discussion about what beliefs and paradigms they've subscribed to and how that impacted their sense of self. Both host and guest question ideas and gatekeepers, and how we can move forward being seen and empowered for who we truly are at every age, gender, and identity we embody.Links: https://www.instagram.com/seoulcialite/https://verygoodlight.com/https://bookshop.org/books/pretty-boys-legendary-icons-who-redefined-beauty-and-how-to-glow-up-too/9780358410683https://asianpacificfilmexperience.com/ Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “A Thousand Cuts” by Ruby Ibarra▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer 00:00:00 - Ways to support the pod 00:00:30 - Intro'ing the topic + guest 00:05:51 - How David introduces himself00:07:24 - Has David considered becoming an accountant?00:09:25 - The Han is very potent 00:11:00 - Minji's contrasting childhood00:13:25 - To feel seen in media00:16:54 - The standard of beauty in America00:19:01 - David never wanted to feel beautiful00:21:02 - “Says Who?” = the essence of David and Minji00:25:21 - Being the only Asian in the room00:31:52 - Hire someone who can do Asian eyes and Asian hair, damnit! 00:34:56 - Beauty is preserving your essence00:36:55 - BREAK - [Books and Boba Podcast]00:39:12 - How Very Good Light got started 00:41:18 - Pretty Boys is a culmination of life's work00:43:57 - “Beauty” has been manufactured 00:48:35 - What do you mean “feminine” v “masculine”? Get specific. 00:51:12 - First memories of beauty 00:58:23 - When your family pushes plastic surgery01:07:59 - FOA Questions for our guests! 01:09:51 - Outro + leave a 5*Star Review :D 01:12:14 - [Modern Minorities Podcast]

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CV S8 Ep 2: Build Back Better and the Demand for an Updated Registry

Community Voz

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 73:42

When Biden ran for president he promised major immigration reform within the first 100 days of taking office. So far nothing even close to reform is on the table. American Friends Service Committee's Policy Engagement Coordinator, Peniel Ibe, returns to the show and brings with her AFSC Colorado's program director Jennifer Piper, AFSC New Hampshire's program coordinator, Grace Kindeke, National Korean American Service & Education Consortium's policy manager Michelle Liang and immigrant justice organizer at Minkwon Center for Community Action, Diana Woojung Park. In other words, this show is packed full of super smart organizers who have a lot to say about why Build Back Better must include immigrant relief in the form of updating the registry date to today (and beyond), and what happens when we normalize the presence of border patrol and immigration enforcement in our everyday lives. Also featuring a lively playlist brought to you by our guests.More background info on Build Back Better hereGet involved! Tell your representatives to pass Build Back Better hereDemand citizenship for all hereJoin NAKASEC for a weekly phone-dog hereSongs in this episode:Dale Duro by Debajo del AguaUzutrap by Uzuhan feat Yetti PaintsNguya na ngai by KolingaBrujas by Princess NokiaSupport the show (https://foodjustice.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=2)

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#162 - The Great Resignation & When To Walk Away with Da Eun Kim & Sophia Sun (bamboo & glass podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 83:55

Season 2 of the Pandemic brought on a nationwide phenomenon known as The Great Resignation where MILLIONS of Americans either switched or quit their jobs..or have been thinking very hard about it. In this episode, the Gen Z hosts of Bamboo & Glass Podcast Da Eun Kim and Sophia Sun join Millennial big sis Minji to talk about their perspectives on how and why this may be happening. Together they share from their respective fields of healthcare, tech, grassroots non-profits, creative freelance, and the film industry. They also touch upon how things are shifting and how they themselves have been impacted by these changes. They breakdown society's evolving ideas of progress, success, and passion, and how the pandemic has created life-changing moments to pause and reflect on our priorities. Links:Burnout tweet hereStatus Quo tweet here Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Okay?” by Rianjali▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - [Patreon & other ways to support the show!]00:00:34 - Intro the topic + guests00:06:52 - Respective career journeys 00:13:46 - What Is the “The Great Resignation”00:21:21 - Has anyone figured out work life balance?00:27:59 - The grass is not always greener00:33:03 - Should I stay? Or should I go? 00:39:51 - BREAK - [Modern Minorities Podcast]00:41:10 - Peers who have switched/ resigned 00:51:08 - Older generations respond to their choices 01:00:20 - Redefining success01:07:01 - Burnout v Exploitation 01:16:34 - FOA Questions for our guests! 01:20:18 - Outro + New Music [Okay? By: Rianjali] 01:22:57 - [Books & Boba Podcast]

Men in Therapy & Why We Love It with Abe Kim

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 81:53

Welcome back to Season 2! To kick off our return to the airwaves, Minji and our wonderful guest, Abe Kim, explore their perspectives about men, feelings, and therapy. They discuss longstanding societal pressures that have formed our ideas about male identity as well as the brutal impact of conditioning men not to feel. You'll hear about how Abe got started in therapy, finding the right therapist, the work that goes into "the work", the financial aspect, and more. There's no time to waste y'all, let's dismantle the stigmas and get healing! Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “Tough Guy” by Uzuhan ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - Welcome to Season 2 of FOA!00:01:51 - Intro'ing the episode and hyping the guest 00:06:20 - Starting therapy and the great resistance00:11:37 - Internalized beliefs about men and feelings 00:15:52 - How being Korean-American and religious shaped their views00:22:54 - What MTV, Saved by the Bell, and Band of Brothers teaches about men 00:27:43 - Minji and Abe are sick of this shit00:29:13 - Abe's starts therapy and gets a diagnosis00:33:36 - Human reaction to guard and avoid 00:39:48 - [Break] (plugs Marvel & Makeup Pod)00:40:46 - Jumping back in00:43:00 - Talking about therapy when you're in it 00:48:29 - So, should I get into therapy? 00:55:19 - Matching with a therapist and dating01:00:31 - How to make the money piece work01:08:25 - Also celebrating the external work that Abe is doing 01:12:03 - closing out with 3x questions for our guest 01:18:50 - Outro + Tough Guy by Uzuhan + potluck podcast collective(01:21:27 - Plugs Saturday School Pod)

Happy Holidays!! Updates & Special Request For Season 2!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 12:22

Surprise FOA fam!! Minji stops by to say hello & share some updates as we prepare for season 2! Tune in for this short episode with a special call to action for FOA listeners. Happy Holidays everyone!Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode is "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer

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Ep.118 - I Hope People Who Navigate Between Multiple Cultures Hear This (Guest: Uzuhan)

I Hope They Hear This

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 84:20

Musician Uzuhan and I sit down to talk about how he navigates three distinct cultures that he is a part of: hip hop, Christian, and Asian. Make sure to go check out Uzuhan's latest single “Same Things Anymore”! https://open.spotify.com/track/3kD7VaiqlIKWJJSk7gvtGL?si=44ff18876000480d Also, big shout out to Space Crew and their awesome podcast recording studio! Go check out their website to check out their co-working space and everything else that they offer! https://www.thespacecrew.com/ Any and all feedback can be transmitted via: Email: IHTHTPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ihopetheyhearthis Twitter: www.twitter.com/ihthtpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ihtht/support

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Stepping Out & Stepping Away

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 33:57

You ever reach a point in life when you step back and are just like, "Why have I been doing it this way???" Four plus years and many episodes later, Minji takes a moment to pause, reflect and make some big life decisions. Tune in to hear about radical responsibility + self-love, changing habits, and what's changing for First Of All. Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode is "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - Intro00:00:39 - Announcement time00:01:55 - The first season 00:04:26 - Coming to this decision 00:07:07 - Cold hard truth 00:20:20 - Go to bat and swing00:25:21 - Thank you's00:32:04 - Minji Out00:33:00 - Outro

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Jumping Out of Planes with David Choi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 90:07

We've all been navigating a lot of unrest and uncertainty this past year and a half (or more), with so many TBDs, IDKs and false starts all around us. Some folks have made some major life changes, whether that's switching up a relationship, geographical location, family plans, or a career path. Our guest this week is pretty dang familiar with all of this territory, since diving into the unknown and switching gears has been a hallmark of his life for many years now. In this week's episode, our guest is none other than former YouTube musician and icon now tech CEO of Takko, David Choi. He and Minji sit down to talk about the mindsets and emotional rollercoasters of making some pretty monumental life decisions, and how that's turned out so far. David gets into setting goals and navigating the highs and lows as well as the difficult realities of taking the leap to become the next version of himself in a world that's less and less black and white. Tune in to hear more about how he continues to make gains in his transition to building a company while also becoming a husband and a father. Links: David Choi's tweet about social media platforms Takko AppFollow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and “By My Side” by David Choi ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - Intro'ing aka hyping our guest00:04:59 - Missing out on David's hair 00:09:35 - What makes David happy?00:12:30 - David doesn't shrink from sharing his POV00:17:28 - Nothing is black or white 00:20:19 - Social media only encapsulates that moment 00:23:21 - Becoming a YouTube Icon00:26:51 - How to detach yourself from your work00:31:10 - Imposter syndrome00:37:44 - Transitioning from the YouTube world 00:40:30 - No pressure, no diamonds00:47:01 - Skydiving and machetes 00:52:10 - Get out of the hole and take action 00:56:44 - Stepping out of the limelight 00:58:51 - How he met his wife 01:02:49 - Getting through the hard times01:08:01 - Completely letting go and to each their own journey 01:11:17 - But make a damn decision 01:14:28 - What's giving David life? 01:16:09 - What made David's heart fly in the last 24 hours? 01:18:41 - Hard. Earned. Lessons. 01:20:09 - Takko the Next Gen video community! 01:23:32 - Outro01:25:49 - Song - “By My Side” by: David Choi

Being Single & Dating in your 30s with Mel Cheng (AsianBossGirl Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 82:15

So the world continues to feel like it's imploding for a lot of us. And in the meantime, we're all at different stages in life - family dynamics, age, income, career trajectories, and relationship status - and just doing our best to figure things out from day to day. It has been one helluva strange year and a half to say the least, but also packed with tons of reflection on our places in life, who we want to be, where we want to go, and also who we want to go with. In this episode, we bring back Melody Cheng from AsianBossGirl podcast to talk with Minji about being single women in their 30's. As a new member of the 30's club, Mel has been saying bye-bye to those crazy 20's and transitioning into the beloved decade that supposedly promises more clarity, maturity, and self-love. Has it lived up to the hype so far? Let's talk about that. They discuss how they've processed the isolation of the pandemic, healing from breakups, and the aspects of dating in your 30s that make it challenging (especially with Minji unni having a few years head start). They talk about how they grapple with the harsh realities about themselves, expectations, realized hopes and dreams and how the heartaches have led them to reset and grow stronger for the next season. The wisdom that these ladies share not only applies to dating but to transitions and changing seasons of life at large. Follow Minji On:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)▫️ Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Darling, I Love You" by David Choi ▫️ Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon▫️ This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer00:00:00 - Intro00:05:37 - Hyping Mel! + an ABG update00:11:57 - Speaking of the lost pandemic year00:15:28 - What we need v. what we like 00:21:47 - Questions that are raised when you're a bridesmaid 00:24:55 - Minji's breakup story and the tough life lessons she gleaned00:27:56 - Falling in love with the idea of something00:30:15 - Facing yourSELF in relationships 00:32:12 - Breakups are not a sign of your worth 00:35:55 - Age 29 is a rough year (Saturn's return)00:46:30 - Dating in your 30s 00:50:36 - Growth of knowing your non-negotiables 01:05:29 - Checking your patterns and points of weakness 01:07:23 - Everyone needs a feel-good ritual 01:11:30 - Mel's pearls of wisdom for other single, 30-something-year-olds 01:16:57 - Outro01:19:31 - NEW MUSIC ALERT by: David Choi

Finding Your Voice, Setting Intentions + Spirituality with Roxy Shih & Priska Liang-Kim (Two Horny Goats Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 83:30

The world feels like it's on fire or flooding at the moment, but we're here to bring some joy into it however we can. The two amazing hosts of Two Horny Goats podcast join Minji this week to put it all on the table about finding their voice and spirituality. Can we say dream collabo? The strength, vulnerability and honest humor of these women come through in a very open conversation about how they decided to go from "wouldn't it be nice" to "F it, I'm doing it, I'm making my own channel." They go over the intimacy of talk radio, how THG podcast came to be, how FOA may or may not have set the groundwork, and how we're all just particles in the crest of rising POC voices. They also dive into being gentler to our younger selves, and the practice of intention. They top it off by going into their newfound spiritual journeys that include religious upbringings, "what your sun/ moon/ rising sign?" and even a collective Tarot card reading for all our listeners! 00:00:00 - Intro00:02:42 - "Magical podcast triad of orgies "00:07:54 - What's your drag name?00:09:19 - Gassing up THG pod 00:12:12 - FOA paved the way for AA/ POC/ Women 00:17:18 - Podcasts are like raising a baby - more than you expect00:26:06 - Life Coaches have hyped podcasts 00:30:15 - Process of putting Minji's image on FOA Pod 00:33:54 - AA women need to be more gentle with past-selves00:39:50 - Goal v Intention 00:52:21 - You learn a lot from your (old) self - even if it's excruciating 00:54:08 - Talking sun, moon, rising signs01:00:18 - Tearing up at a diner in the middle of Ktown01:09:23 - We are more connected than different 01:12:49 - A Tarot card for the collective 01:15:19 - Outro01:18:47 - Outro song: Dan aka Dan ft. Priska (aka one of our guest)Links:Good morning, I love you - mindfulness, intention book Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "SOB ROCK" by DANakaDAN ft. PriskaFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer

Spilling Tea & Creating Diversity in Hollywood with Dino-Ray Ramos

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 82:58

Times are a-changing in Hollywood when it comes to putting stories from minority voices up on the screen. How does it all work? How have people made a lasting difference in this very historically white male dominated industry? In this week's episode, we get a little peek into the world of a seasoned Hollywood journalist working in "the trades". Our guest is Dino-Ray Ramos, who has been amplifying marginalized communities through his journalism for two decades. He shares insight on the inner workings of the machine and his perspective covering stories of for the BIPOC, female, & queer communities, once upon a time for Deadline Hollywood and now for his own publication, Diaspora. Listen in to hear how he and Minji believe the Asian American community in Hollywood has evolved and some of the growing pains. You'll also learn how Papa Ramos influenced Dino-Ray's work all the way from Texas, how we can flex on Hollywood better as viewers, and what we can do to create change beyond social media. 00:00:00 - Intro00:04:21 - Celebrating the impact of Dino-Ray Ramos' work 00:10:00 - When you care a lot about something and it adds up00:14:51 - Evolution of media cycle & "the trades"00:22:21 - Hollywood is built for the dominant culture 00:27:38 - Accountability means admission of wrong 00:32:17 - Why Dino-Ray started Diaspora00:40:10 - Business v Community relationships00:53:11 - “Go to where the love is” 01:07:47 - Call to action - beyond social media 01:11:47 - Wrapping it up and where to find Diaspora01:15:55 - Outro + Patreon shoutout01:19:42 - Pretty Lies by Run River NorthLinks:Diaspora FX TV Show Reservation DogsShang-Chi Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Pretty Lies" by Run River NorthFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeer

Panic Attacks & Chicken Cutlets

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 59:17

This week, Minji is extra thankful, humbled, and lost all at the same time as she examines the state of the world, America's battle with Covid and common sense, concerns in her personal life as well as her very own scary run-in with 'Rona. Forced to go into full blown quarantine once again, she works through a panic attack, bouts of despair and a lot of anxiety. While in recovery, she comes across a documentary that educates and fires her up about longstanding gender discrimination in Hollywood. She shares her own experience with toxic body image through an unlikely fashion accessory and what she is doing to undo the warped representations of "reality" we're so used to as well as the overwhelming news of the world. Get ready to hear her hopes, revelations and self-liberation talk and why the world needs us to put out more messages of hope and support for all things good and positive. Additional Notes: Quote from IG: “One way to keep your heart together when the state of the world weighs heavy on it, is to simply help somebody. Even if it is just one person.”Netflix Documentary:“This Changes Everything” Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:51 - State of the world? Not rosy. 00:04:25 - Personal turmoil and unknowns 00:07:11 - Quote to manage some of the despair 00:08:37 - First story: Run in with Covid00:17:01 - I'm fine, I'm fine. (She was not fine) 00:21:09 - Managing reasonable anxiety 00:23:36 - Second story: self-care includes documentaries 00:29:43 - Enter chicken cutlets 00:36:56 - Slutty halloween costume00:47:38 - Tying it all together with a nod to TikTok and a rally cry00:54:31 - Outro + Special shout-out to Patreon patron Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Pretty Lies" by Run River NorthFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh & @AnnaSunSupported by @JulianaDeerPatreon backers:

154. "Normal People", Intimacy & Growth with Priska

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 73:34

First loves, coming of age, passion, romance, angst. YES, PLEASE. Minji and Priska openly share their love for the show “Normal People” based on the beloved novel by Sally Rooney. They go deep right out the gate with their thoughts and experiences with intimacy, abuse, heartache, beauty, class and mental health. They also dive into how the series portrays a particularly authentic journey with all the nuance and emotions of finding and losing love that everyday people around the world could connect with. There will be some spoilers but if anything, it may want you to watch the show more, so really they might as well be teasers. ;) (In true Minji fashion, she acknowledges she's a tad late to the hit of 2020 but let's overlook that because it's a miracle she even watched something, pls don't @ us.) Priska is also our musical guest so stick around to hear her beautiful cover of "If The World Was Ending" with her husband Abe at the end!How they felt about "Normal People" - “I think this is the best thing I've watched since Parasite.” - Minji“I do feel like this is millennial emotional porn.” - Priska Warning: The episode contains sensitive themes about sexuality and mental health.Add'l mentions from the episode:Normal People by: Sally Rooney (book)Normal People (TV show on Hulu)Crappy Childhood Fairy YouTube Channel 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:40 - Welcoming Guest00:04:25 - Jumping in to Normal People00:16:54 - Triggering moments00:29:30 - Seeing and responding to abuse 00:37:35 - What does healthy intimacy look like00:44:42 - Take-aways aka what do you want to cuddle up with00:57:40 - Sexual Expression 01:01:05 - Wrap-up 01:03:48 - Outro01:08:15 - Featured Artist (aka our guest Priska!) This week's guest:Priska (@priskamusik)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Spiders" by Run River NorthFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

Coping With The Latest "Normal" with Steve Lim aka Steebu

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 90:24

So how about that Delta variant, eh? Yeah, it's been a lot for us here at First Of All and for our returning guest Steve, making us just like every other person on this planet in 2021. As many of you out there may have been sorting through returning to work, getting vaccinated, debating about vaccinations, pondering about work, questioning the meaning of life, being free of masks, having to mask up again, worrying about humanity, feeling every emotion under the sun about every one of your relationships under the sun, revenge traveling, & so much more, all while feeling like human interaction is everything you want and everything you hate at the very same time...we're with you. We're also very tired, and very much with you. In this episode, Minji and Steve share a little glimpse of how they have been managing this particular phase of the pandemic- quite poorly, in many cases. This one goes out to everyone whose energy gas tank has been running empty really fast. Together they discuss how they process the feelings, how they manage emotions and physical health, and how they remain hopeful, polite, and strong enough to get through each day. We can do this fam!This week's guest:Steve Lim (@ssurimu)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Spiders" by Run River NorthFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Embracing Identity & Chosen Family with Sam Futerman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 90:33

Understanding our unique identities is no small feat. We're made up of so many intersecting things that also evolve over time. Some parts we embrace wholeheartedly, others confuse us, and some can just be difficult to accept. In this episode, Minji sits down with her friend, Sam Futerman, to discuss her incredible journey as a transracial adoptee from Korea who also discovered an identical twin sister as an adult. From growing up with a white family and having to navigate uncomfortable questions, looks, and assumptions to documenting the biggest surprise of her life - reuniting with her sister, Anais - Sam has walked quite a path. Together they discuss the short and longterm impact of culture, ignorance, racism, and love in how we grow up and see ourselves. They also get into the concept of family and what that means to those who are bound by blood and the beauty of choosing your own family.This week's guest:Samantha Futerman (@samfuterman)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Time of Your Life" by DanAKADan featuring Alex HwangFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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A Beautiful & Terrifying Getaway (Happy 4th Birthday FOA!!)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2021 69:16

In this episode, Minji shares a meaningful and harrowing experience of treating herself to her very first solo vacation to Hawaii. From making the decision, committing to keeping it, budgeting, and then actually spending a lot of time alone in a new environment, she goes through a whole mess of fun and sometimes awkward, sometimes difficult growth. This goes out to everyone who's figuring out how to better love themselves, taking risks, and facing fears (uh, like ghosts). This is all very timely as we celebrate both Minji AND First Of All's birthdays!! THANK YOU to all the listeners who have been on this 4 year long journey with us! **Note: Minji would like to note that she has learned about some of the recent difficulties Hawaiians have been facing in the sudden flood of tourists in 2021, so she asks you please be mindful as you consider traveling to any part of the islands.Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Peace at Last" by Tim AtlasFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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The Hero's Journey with Anthony Francisco (Marvel Studios)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 149:55

Ever stop and look back on your life and realize that you've actually overcome some pretty crazy things? Same. It may not feel like particularly special at the time, but everyone is navigating their own unique path on their individual hero's journey. In Hollywood-land, the hero's journey is a storytelling mechanism in which the main character overcomes major obstacles and challenges to transform and grow as a person (or dinosaur, elf, what have you). In this episode, Minji sits down with her friend Anthony Francisco, who works as an artist for Marvel Studios creating worlds and culture-shaping characters (Black Panther, Guardians of the Galaxy, NBD), and has an incredible story of his own behind this gorgeous dream career and life he now lives. Born and raised in the Philippines, dreaming of life in America and just barely making it out, Anthony has navigated through many a heartbreak and adventure. This may or may not include joining the military without telling his parents and contemplating choosing between career and the love of his life. Get ready for crazy tales and reflections on purpose, choices, risks, and also dreams that really do come true. This week's guest:Anthony Francisco (@anthony_francisco_art)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "We Belong '21" by Magnetic North & Taiyo Na feat. Ann OneFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Getting Over Getting Ghosted (Ouch)

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 90:23

Getting ghosted is great. If great suddenly means the absolute worst. As much as we wish we could be eternally unbothered, always in our most confident state, completely incapable of feeling small or rejected...it happens to the best of us. Falling for someone can be a high like no other- full of mystery, intrigue, butterflies, and anticipation. And if it doesn't work out, especially when the person, uh, vanishes, the fallout can be more than we ever bargained for. In this episode, Minji gets vulnerable sharing a (now) funny story about getting rejected and ghosted by a cute boy. She unpacks some of the deep insecurities that came to light in the aftermath, the underlying beliefs that she's carried around rent-free for most of her life, and how she's taken this painful as an important lesson in self-love and healing her mental health by changing her story. Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "How Do I" by SurrijaFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Asian & Black Community Healing with Marcus Moore & BT (Culture Score)

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 106:15

Happy Asian Pacific American Heritage Month~ hope you all take time to celebrate the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) folks in your universe, including yourself if that applies. While May calls for honoring the Asian diaspora, it has been a painful and scary year for the AAPI community, with surges in anti-Asian brutality, hatred, and xenophobia. In the midst of all the ongoing racial tensions in the US and around the world, many have resorted to lashing out or just resigning to apathy. Some, however, have taken the opportunity to dive into complicated and sensitive conversations about race relations in hopes to build bridges and create much-needed healing. In this episode, Minji sits down with entertainment industry veterans and podcast co-hosts Marcus Moore and Ben Tubuo (or BT). They host Culture Score podcast, which discusses the impact of black culture on entertainment and entertainment on black culture. Together they continue a frank and sincere conversation on the tension between the Asian and black communities, including the history of hostility, misinformation, pain, and shared humanity. This conversation is an invitation to folks to create more points of connection, to listen and relate, to practice and build empathy, and to move out of fear into respect and love. This week's guests:Marcus MooreBen Tubuo (BT)Culture Score Podcast Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Stop The Hatred" by MC Jin & Wyclef JeanFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Outgrowing People Pleasing (the Disease to Please) with Kevyn Fong

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 64:36

For some people, it's easy to ask for what they want. It's not a big deal to say no. It doesn't take everything out of them to put themselves first all the time or even a majority of the time when it comes to big and little decisions. Some people walk around not having a bottomless need for approval, permission, or external validation. For anything. Seriously. And for some people, they don't know what that existence even begins to feel like because all they do is maneuver themselves around others and compromise their comfort for everyone else. And a lot of us may be somewhere in the middle. In this episode, Minji brings back her dear friend Kevyn Fong to unpack his inspiring COVID glow up that involved addressing a lifelong struggle with people pleasing. While Kevyn committed himself to getting physically fit and healthy, the internal shift that happened was undeniable and just as fulfilling as the outer transformation. They open up about what was at the root of playing small to stay "safe", and how they've taken tangible steps to say no (and mean it), ask for help, and become the main characters of their own stories. This week's guest:Kevyn Fong (@level4alpha)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Music featured in this episode include "Uzuhan" by Uzuhan and "Louder" by AlfaFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Healing Trauma & Transforming with Lillian So

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 100:53

Sit down and get ready, fam. We're about to get right into our feels, our issues, & go DEEP on this one. In this episode, Minji sits down with Lillian So, who some people call a life coach, some people call a healer, integrator, or facilitator of transformation. Whatever you want to call her work, & whatever your comfort with the spiritual "woo-woo" (no worries, we understand), Lillian's work is helping people work through some of their toughest internal barriers to change their lives for the better. Together, Minji & Lillian break down the tough but necessary process of healing old wounds & traumas, including some helpful framing of WHY & HOW we get stuck in awful cycles of pain & victimhood. They share personal stories & reflections on how our family dynamics, generational trauma, culture, egos, & habits can get in the way of inner peace, financial stability, healthy relationships, & more. Let the healing begin.This week's guest:Lillian So (@meetlillianso)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Our theme song is "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and "IFYIS (I Forgive You I'm Sorry)" by Jennifer ChungFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon---This episode was brought to you by IRVINS Salted Egg Chips, now available in the US! Order your IRVINS chips at eatirvins.com and get free shipping on your order with the code POTLUCK#dangerouslyaddictive---This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

Leaving Your Comfort Zone with Helen Wu (AsianBossGirl)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 87:59

The most universal life experience: the gut-wrenching, butterflies in your stomach, lightheaded, sweaty palms, heart racing, quasi-hyperventilating breath, hold-up-I-need-a-moment, shaky af...leaving of your comfort zone. Can I do this? Do I have what it takes? What if it doesn't work out? What if I fail? What I let ____ down? Should I do this? We've all been there. And sorry (but not sorry) to call it what it is fam, we'll continue to face these necessary changes as we grow. The silver lining is that practicing courage and a bit of that "F it" boldness can be transformative in the best of ways. In this episode, Minji sits down with Big 4 corporate veteran turned inspiring podcaster and creative Helen Wu from AsianBossGirl in her very first solo podcast conversation ever. Together they reflect on her significant and scary life changes, including leaving her hometown of Boston and relationships to pursue a new life across the country, navigating a challenging career, growing in her relationship with now-fiance Phil Wang, and taking on a new identity as a creative professional with AsianBossGirl Podcast, including facing major phobias like public speaking. They dive into the highs and lows, the lessons, the fears, and future visions. Show Helen some love as she takes flight in 2021! This week's guest:Helen Wu (@hwuwu)Asian Boss Girl Podcast (@asianbossgirl)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Our theme song is "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and "Spiders" by Run River NorthFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our Patreon---This episode was brought to you by IRVINS Salted Egg Chips, now available in the US! Order your IRVINS chips at eatirvins.com and get free shipping on your order with the code POTLUCK#dangerouslyaddictive---This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Dealing With Uncertainty with Kulap Vilaysack (Add To Cart Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 88:26

Ever feel like you're working so freaking hard at "getting it together", leveling up, building the life of your dreams, etc... only to have life throw you a curve ball? Say.. a rejection, a change of heart, or even a little global pandemic? As much as we're constantly seeking certainty and control, life is usually anything but. So while we're all STILL smack in the middle of the highly uncertain COVID era, we say it's a great time to get introspective on dealing with the uncomfortable, peculiar in-between. In this episode, Minji sits down with the wildly talented and hilarious Kulap Vilaysack, writer/director and host of Add To Cart Podcast. Together they float on their respective metaphorical life rafts, trying to make sense of this past year, our turbulent society, and our relationships. Kulap shares some wise perspective on navigating a changing and fulfilling career in Hollywood from acting in The Office to becoming a showrunner, even with the common (and crippling) comparison game. She dives into her journey finding her father and discovering her roots in Laos while making her documentary Origin Story. From politics to creating rituals to stay grounded, this is a safe space for anyone out there just trying to get through the day. Same, we got you. This week's guest:Kulap Vilaysack (@iamkulap)Add To Cart Podcast (@addtocartpod)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Clubhouse (@MinjiChang)Our theme song is "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and "Peace At Last" by Tim AtlasFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Fighting Invisibility & Speaking Up with Bryan Pham & Maggie Chui (Asian Hustle Network)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 87:57

In a world where all people strive to be seen and understood, invisibility can be demoralizing, damaging, and dangerous. Asian Americans have long experienced marginalization as a model minority (myth) - a quiet, hardworking, and subservient community that stays low-key, obedient and committed to the grindstone. In this week's episode, Minji sits down with the co-founders of the Asian Hustle Network, Bryan Pham and Maggie Chui, to dive into how their passion project turned full-time job aims to dismantle the bamboo ceiling in the media, corporate, and entrepreneurial world. They also talk about how their growing community and increasingly louder voice coincides with the anti-Asian violence that has surged in the COVID era. As many Asians struggle with the pain of internalized racism and heightened fear of hate crimes, our stories and voices take a new significance. Together they share their successes, struggles, intentions, and strategies on how to make more spaces to empower the unseen and show up for others. This week's guest:Bryan PhamMaggie ChiuAsian Hustle NetworkFollow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Our theme song is "Uzutrap" by Uzuhan and "Captain America" by Year Of The OxFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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EPISODE 32 - When I Grow Up I want to be a Musical Artist

When I Grow Up

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 85:38

Happy New Year! It has been so fun to get a peek into the lives of so many different people from varied backgrounds. I'm excited to be kicking off 2021 with musical artist Uzuhan, aka James Han. Music is more of my husband's thing, but I like to think I know good music when I hear it. And Uzuhan's music is no exception, but y'all probably already know this. Don't miss this episode, as James takes me back to the genesis of his music career and shares with me some of the challenges he faces as he pursues his passion for making music. Head over to my Instagram @whenigrowup.podcast for your chance at a giveaway this week! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blair-kim/support

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Uzuhan, Aklesso, Diddy vs Jeremaya: 12/12/20

Trackstarz

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 126:08

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S2.E4. The Time is Now!

Sound of Water

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 81:04

Inspired by their discussion with Uzuhan, David and Josh jump into a discussion about Asian creativity and empowerment. Josh shares his experience with entrepreneurship with Windfall. David discusses the creative power of the Asian hustle and the need for us to support each other. Tune in for some great conversation and hopefully even better inspiration!

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S2.E3. Creating Your Lane feat. Uzuhan

Sound of Water

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 84:58

Our second guest for Season 2 of the Sound of Water podcast is Asian-American rapper, Uzuhan! Uzuhan is an independent artist hailing from Atlanta who debuted in 2010 on Youtube with his single “Never Change” which garnered 1.5 million views. In 2017, he won the national grand prize for Kollaboration which landed him a spot at SXSW in 2018. And throughout his career, he's worked with a number of notable Korean musicians like Higher Music's pH-1 on "FILA," R&B vocalist, Jeebanoff on "Mama We Made It," I.M from Monsta X and Brother Su from Starship Ent. on their collaborative track "Madeleine," and Chai from Antenna Music, and more! David and Josh talk with Uzuhan about independent music, Asian American storytelling, Christianity and hip hop, and more in this dope episode.

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440: DJ LostNFound - 1stand15th - 7/1/20

Holy Culture Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 54:59

DJ LostNFound spins the Best of Best including songs from Cellus Hamilton, Uzuhan, Temple, Saladeen Zaquex, Ty Brasel, Swoope, Christon Gray, Sada K, Christ Encounter and much more. Listen live! This Wednesday at 5 PM ET - Online, Mobile App or Alexa - www.holycultureradio.com #music #Christian #Christianhiphopartist #Christianrapartist #Jesus #Christianmusicartists #hiphopbeats #rap #rapartists #rapbeats #chh #Christianhiphop #Christianrap #HolyCulture #DJ #ChristianDJ #youthministry #youthpastor #evangelism #gospelrap

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0524 SUNDAY K-RIDE: <Magic Kool Bus> with Won Jang

K-Ride

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 58:09

Our last family month song selection - Won Jang brings his hip hop playlist in regards to this theme! Heartwarming song tracks from Dynamic Duo, Epik High, Uzuhan and TK are some on his list! Stay tuned to for his well thought-out selection!

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19: Why I Failed my Asian Parents and Became a Recording Artist with Uzuhan

SOLA Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 37:14

Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/solanetwork Aaron Lee: http://musicgoon.com Uzuhan: https://www.uzuhanmusic.com/ Uzuhan is an independent recording artist based in Atlanta. He graduated from the University of Maryland College Park with a degree in graphic design and is a digital content producer by trade. We talk about revival fever, how moving to a cross-cultural church in Atlanta led by a Black pastor flipped his worldview upside down, and how churches and artists can work together to have greater compassion for the marginalized. Shownotes: Why I Failed my Asian Parents and Became a Recording Artist: https://sola.network/article/failed-my-asian-parents Uzuhan on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2KG9Jkvp7Y5wvaMjCcIu37?si=TgnYWoOKTYGVyUawVfoLjA Uzuhan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/uzuhanmusic Uzuhan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uzuhanmusic/ Kollaboration Star Winning Performance (Uzutrap and Uzuhan Live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnoAgNBibWM SXSW 2018 Recap - Kollaboration Showcase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDa9o659l5Y Email us your questions or conversation topics: podcast@sola.network Links: TGIF Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif SOLA Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter SOLA on Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork SOLA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork SOLA on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg SOLA Network: https://sola.network

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432: DJ LostNFound - 1stand15th - 5/1/20

Holy Culture Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 63:03

DJ LostNFound is in the mix with songs from Da Truth, KB, Wande, Aaron Cole, Derek Minor, Jered Sanders, Uzuhan, Thisl, S.O. and more.

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AYO UZUHAN!

Ayo Jae!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 41:33

My first guest is the one and only Uzuhan! Uzuhan is my hermano, he's a rapper, a singer, a lyricist and the ONLY Korean-American artist with a presence in CHH. We're talking creativity in the time of Corona, his new EP coming soon and whatever else we wanna talk about! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 202 - TIFF 2019 Recap Roundtable

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2019 55:10

On this episode of the KollabCast, Marvin chats movies with two new friends that he met last month at the Toronto International Film Festival, Gretel Truong and Christina Jang. Together, we discuss the films that we saw at the festival with Asian American connections including Hustlers, Parasite, Just Mercy, and the Personal Memoirs of David Copperfield. Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration Altanta Alum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests: Gretel Truong, Director of Comms at Represent Justice (IG: @greteltruong) Christina Jang, Director of Film Programming at UCLA (IG: @jangchristina) Learn more about the Toronto International Film Festival at https://tiff.net/ Follow our hosts at: @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective

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389: DJ LostNFound - 1st and 15th - 10/15/19

Holy Culture Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 58:53

DJ LostNFound is in the mix with songs from KB, Gawvi, Tedashii, Joey Vantes, Bridgewater, L. Dejuan, Uzuhan, 1KPhew, Swoope, Wande, Jon Keith, Trip, The Cross Movement, Japhia Life and Makeba

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#prayforKanye

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 64:12

This week Jae and Joaquin talk about their fear of bugs, a high school's fear of Death Note and Uzuhan performing at The Ice Kitchen! They also open up about Kanye being in Atlanta over the weekend for a special Sunday Service, him preaching and how we as believers should all #prayforKanye. Trailer of the week is Ford v. Ferrari & song of the week is "Way Too Many" by Ada Betsabe.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Staying True To Yourself with James Han aka UZUHAN

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 82:11

With heavy expectations from family & friends, changing trends, & constantly shifting priorities, how do we handle that lofty ideal of "staying true to yourself"? What does that even mean? The process of growing as a person definitely involves asking some tough questions and making big choices about our time, energy & responsibilities. To unpack this, Minji sits down with her friend, rapper James Han aka UZUHAN during a visit to LA. From shifting career focuses to leaving the nest & moving to Atlanta as a Korean American artist & a strong man of faith, James knows the challenges of accepting who he is when everyone is ready to put him in a box or measure him by certain (sometimes whack) expectations. From rocking his own personal style, hustling to pay the bills, defining what it means to be a man & pursuing/marrying the woman of his dreams, James's story is so relatable to anyone who's learning how to love themselves while being a work in progressThis week's guest:James Han aka Uzuhan (@uzuhanmusic)Follow Minji on:Twitter (@minjeeeezy)Instagram (@minjeezy)Our theme song is "Yellow Ranger" by AwkwafinaThis episode also features the song "Uzutrap" from our guest UzuhanFollow the show on Instagram and Twitter and support our PatreonThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveProduced by @marvinyueh

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Episode 201 - Celia Au & Li Jun Li from Wu Assassins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 44:16

On this Kollabcast, we chat with two of the stars of the new Netflix series WU ASSASSINS, Celia Au, who plays mystical guide Ying Ying, and Li Jun Li, who plays restaurateur and fight club aficionado Jenny Wah. We chat about what it was like making the series alongside a mostly Asian cast, as well as how and why they got started acting. Listen to their story and go catch them on Netflix! Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration Altanta Alum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests: Celia Au@ItsCeliaAu Li Jun Li@lijunli Watch Wu Assassins on Netflix Follow our hosts at: @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective

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KollabCast Episode 200 - Chatting with Michael Golamco

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 29:01

We're still in hiatus mode, but wanted to give our subscribers a little bonus for staying with us while we're figuring things out. A few weeks ago we chatted with Michael Golamco, who co-wrote the Netflix Original Movie "Always Be My Maybe" with his friends Randall Park and Ali Wong. Michael shares his early days with the UCLA Asian American Theater Troupe and Randall co-founded and how that led to him to a career in writing for the stage and screen. We also discuss Keanu Reeve's master bill paying skills and Mike's hopes for the future of Asians in entertainment. Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration Altanta Alum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests at: Michael Golamco@michaelgolamco Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective

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Who Influences the Influencers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 73:41

Join Jae and Joaquin this week as they talk movies and who influences the influencers. This week's trailer is Disney's Mulan and the song of the week is Charade (Remix) by Uzuhan. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 199 - Hoon Lee and Dianne Doan from Cinemax's Warrior

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2019 47:51

On this episode, we chat with Hoon Lee and Dianne Doan from the Cinemax Series WARRIOR, based on the writings of Bruce Lee, which just finished up its first season last week with a Season 2 already on its way. We chat with Hoon and Dianne about their roles as Wang Chao and Mai Ling, and how they feel about being a part of Bruce Lee's legacy. Learn more about WARRIOR at https://www.cinemax.com/warrior Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration AltantaAlum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests at: Hoon Lee @MisterHoonLee Dianne Doan @diannedoan a podcast about the creative life from an Asian American perspective

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Jesus' Bride

Rise Up Worldwide's Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 72:26

Join Jae and Joaquin this week as they talk about the RISE Upstate event in S.C. that he, Uzuhan and DJ 4:12 were a part of. They get into the second part of Young Justice, the James Gunn/ Justice League rumor, the new Batman and chop it up about how you can't love Jesus and not want to be His bride. Our song this week is Omnipotent by Beautiful Eulogy feat. King's Kaleidoscope.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Ep169 - Korean CHH Artist Uzuhan, Morehouse Graduate loans paid!

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2019 122:21

Ep169 - Korean CHH Artist Uzuhan, Morehouse Graduate loans paid! Korean CHH Artist Uzuhan called in to discuss his love of music and Korean culture. Also how he marries all of that together with his Christian faith. We also discussed him working with fellow Asian CHH artist MC Jin. We decided to bring back our 2 segments, #InvestInYourself and #WisdomOnPurpose . @JoeBossRadio radio's #InvestInYourself was about Paying it forward, following the example of black billionaire tech investor Robert F Smith. He paid the student loans off of over 400 graduates at Morehouse when he delivered the graduation speech. @ProphetLink gave us the #WisdomOnPurpose speaking on “The Personal Peace Of God. This covered the best way to handle anxiety . Playlist by DJ LostNFound Mouthpi3ce - I'm Ready ft GS Mouthpi3ce -You Are Blessed Mouthpi3ce -By The Faith Uzuhan - Mama We Made It Ruslan - Million Heirs Uzuhan - God Be My Witness Andy Mineo - Keep It Moving ft Guvna B Uzuhan - Doomed ft Nikki Phillippi Ian Kenville - I Don't Care Jodie Jermaine - Without You Reconcile - Any Means S.O. - Boast Caleb McCoy - Blind Spots #uzuhan #우주한 #RiseUpWorldwide #Podcast #Radio #NowPlaying #ArtistManagement #SocialMediaMarketing #CHH #RealCHH #TruthMusic #ChristianRap #Rapzilla #JamTheHype #Trackstarz #BeWise #InvestInYourself #WisdomOnPurpose #UrbanGospel #Trending #HipHop #GynesisRadio #YesHourRadio #HisHopRadio #HisHopNation #trending #ChristLikeRadio

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Who Is Next In The MCU | Church Should Be Filling The Void | @solomonsporchpodcast @solomonsporchp1 @trackstarz

Solomon's Porch

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2019 103:43

With End Game having hit theaters with a bang we are now looking at the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to see who will be next to make their appearance. We also discuss the death of Nipsey Hustle and how the Church can step up and fill the void that should have never existed. Joining us this week is Sam P, founder and owner of Renew Your Mind Records. News and Reviews (00:01-29:25) Brinson - Mind Clear (29:26-33:44) Round 5 Next to Enter the MCU (33:45-1:03:07) Montythehokage - City Fam (ft. Uzuhan) (1:03:08-1:05:55) Church Should Be Filling The Void (1:05:56-1:40:31) Dogwood - Faith (1:40:31-1:43:44) Visit the website solomonsporchpodcast.com for more content. Thanks to our Patreon supporters Sam Blackwell & Read B. Verses. If you would like to support the show financially you can do so at: www.patreon.com/solomonsporchpodcast Thanks to our sponsors: genesisprodesigns.com truestrengthapparel.com skydreamingapparel.com businesswithbordeaux.com

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Episode 198 - EMPOWER 2019 Filmmakers Panel - From Script to Screen: Asian American Filmmakers Bring Their Stories to Life

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2019 49:59

On this week's KollabCast, we bring you our Filmmakers Panel from last month's 2019 EMPOWER Creative Leadership Conference. Moderator William Yu leads a fascinating discussion with four amazing Asian American film directors. Featuring panelists Andrew Ahn (Spa Night, Driveways), Lulu Wang (The Farewell), Tanuj Chopra (Staycation, Punching at the Sun), & Diane Paragas (Yellow Rose)! Learn more about Visual Communication’s 2019 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival at festival.vcmedia.org Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration AltantaAlum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our panelists at: William Yu @its_willyu Andrew Ahn - Director of Driveways @andrewahnfilms Lulu Wang - Director of The Farewell @thumbelulu Tanuj Chopra - Director of Staycation @Chopsfilms Diane Paragas - Director of Yellow Rose @dianeparagas Follow our hosts at: @marvinyueh @minjeeeezy The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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Episode 197 - Costume Designing and More w/ Vera Chow

TRAKTIVIST - Asian American Music + Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019 65:45

Our guest for this week's KollabCast is Vera Chow, a costume designer who has worked on several tv and movie projects including Marco Polo, Deadbeat, The Blacklist, and more! We chat with Vera about how she got started as a designer, growing up in Hong Kong, and the need for more representation in below the line roles. Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration Altanta Alum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests at: Vera ChowIG: @veracoco Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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TRAKTIVIST RADIO __ EP 036 _ ft. UZUHAN & YOUNG JV

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019

Two guest this week! First, we do our first outside-Los-Angeles phone interview w/ UZUHAN, an up-and-coming artist that is the epitome of excellence! As an Atlanta based rapper, Uzuhan brings a fresh & relatable perspective, carving out a musical lane that mixes hip hop, jazz + r&b. He has accumulated millions of views on YouTube & Spotify, as well as being a 2018 featured artist for SXSW and a Grand Prize winner of Kollaboration Star 2017! We dive into his musical journey, including how an early YouTube video unexpectedly went viral and jumpstarted his career. We also discuss his pursuit as an independent artist in both Atlanta and Maryland, exploring how community has played a significant role in his development as a creative and his personal character. Lastly, we feature Uzuhan’s latest single “Doomed” ft. Nikki Phillippi & produced by Sam Ock!AND THERE’S MORE! On this same show, we interview another international guest from the Philippines YOUNG JV! As a rising talent on ABS-CBN’s Star Magic, he has won various prestigious music awards, as well played actor in various popular films and teleseries. We dive into Young JV’s creative journey. He also sheds light into the challenges & pressures of the music industry that he and many artists in the Philippines have undergone for many years, but how digital streaming platforms and social media have helped allow more freedom and creative control. Also, we learn about his philanthropic work with his Lahing Bayani Foundation. Lastly, Young JV blesses us with an exclusive, live in-studio, 360 degree performance of “Ghost” - a song produced by our guest from episode 30 - August Rigo!

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Episode 196 - Empty by Design

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2019 36:59

The closing night film of the 2019 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival is Empty by Design, a story of two filipino millenials who return home after some time abroad and find themselves drawn together through their mutual loneliness. On this episode of the KollabCast, we chat with director Andrea A. Walter, Producer/Actors Osric Chau and Chris Pang, and editor Brian Merrick about their work on the film, their challenges as indie filmmakers, and their thoughts as they prepare to world premiere their film at LAAPFF. Learn more about Visual Communication’s 2019 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival at festival.vcmedia.org Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration Altanta Alum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests at: Empty By Design @EmptybyDesign Follow our hosts at: @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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Episode 195 - Asian American Film Festivals & LAAPFF Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 61:16

On this episode of the KollabCast, we begin the road to APA Heritage Month with a preview of one of the month's biggest events, the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, hosted by our community friends at Visual Communications. Deadline Hollywood editor Dino-Ray Ramos joins the podcast along with Festival programmers Eseel Borlasa and Lindy Leong to talk about why Asian American film festivals are important, as well as give us a preview of the hottest films coming to LAAPFF 2019. Learn more about Visual Communication's 2019 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival at festival.vcmedia.org Intro & outro music for this episode is “Uzuhan” by Kollaboration AltantaAlum, Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests at: Dino-Ray Ramos @dinoray Eseel Borlasa & Lindy Leong @vcmediaorg Follow our hosts at: @marvinyueh@minjeeeezy The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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HIRE US DC!!!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2019 71:56

Join Jae and Joaquin on this week's episode as they talk about following the plan God gave you and make a pitch to WB/DC on how to do their movies. This week's trailer is Dora the Explorer The Lost City of Gold and the song of the week is "Doomed" feat. Nikki Phillipi by Uzuhan. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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i.r.l.

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2019 63:50

In this episode of the Overflow Podcast, Jae and Joaquin talk about the backlash Justin Bieber and Chris Pratt get for speaking about their faith and speak about the different ways God meets us in real life. This week we have two featured songs! How We Coming by 1K Phew feat. Ty Brasel & WhatupRG & God Be My Witness by podcast favorite Uzuhan.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Presence Over Presents

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2018 40:46

Join Jae and Angel, who is stepping in for Joaquin, as they talk about the greatest thing during Christmas is the present of God's presence. Inspired by the song of the week, Presents by Uzuhan feat. Ash Lam & produced by Sam Ock.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Show #263 - Melania Trump: “Women Need Really Hard Evidence”

M&M Live Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2018 60:39

On this show, our hosts Meesa & Meah discuss whether or not they agree with Melania Trump saying that women need “really hard evidence” when they come forward with sexual assault allegations. During #TooManyHashtags, this week’s trending topics, we talk about a potential “Lilo & Stitch” live action movie, the truth about La Croix water & so much more. Plus, M&M spotlight new music from Uzuhan, Byron Juane and so much more with “Hot Tracks Off The Rack”. M&M Live Radio Jingle “Kill Em With Kindness” - Selena Gomez “Mama We Made It” - Uzuhan ft. Jeebanoff “Attention” - Byron Juane ft. nobigdyl. M&M Live Radio Jingle “All She Wrote” - CASS “Making History” - Aaron Cole M&M Live Radio Jingle

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Weep with those who Weep

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2018 70:08

Jae and Joaquin are back after a 2 week absence. Join them as they catch up on what they have been doing. Talk news, DC Television and Movies. This week's song from New Release Today is "FILA" by Uzuhan. The guys also talk on how to react when helping friends who have lost loved ones. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-overflow-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 148: Crashing and Burning and Feeling Great w/ Chuck Maa

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2017 65:03

On this week's KollabCast, we welcome the multi-talented Chuck Maa, one half of the SeventhGrade comedy group and a regular performer at the Asian AF show at UCB Sunset! Chuck joins us to chat about a wide range of topics including his background as a dancer, hi entry into comedy, and how he wants to live forever. For this week's roundtable, we tackle the new Mulan casting news, Matt Lauer's secret door locking button, and fake Asian comic writer "Akira Yoshida" This week’s intro & outro music is “Uzuhan” from Kollaboration STAR 2017 winner Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guest at: Chuck Maa IG: @chuckmaaSeventhGrade Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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Episode 147 - You Will (Not) Fail w/ Nathan Ramos

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2017 76:07

Happy Thanksgiving! Filipino-Korean Screenwriter Nathan Ramos joins us this week to talk about his LA hustle, writing for Club Mickey Mouse (the new generation of Mickey Mouse Club), mounting plays at East West Players, and writing songs for secret Hollywood projects, all while being told that he was going to be a failure. We also chat comedy, comics, cleaning house, and Asian American Thanksgivings in the roundtable. This week’s intro & outro music is “Uzuhan” from Kollaboration STAR 2017 winner Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guest at: Nathan Ramos IG: @nay3ray Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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Episode 146 - Good Looking Data w/ Alton Wang

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2017 56:55

On this week's KollabCast, we welcome Alton Wang, the new Assistant Director of AAPI Data, back to the KollabCast (and back to Southern California)! We chat with Alton about his new gig, digging into the data and uncovering the hidden stories of the AAPI community. For the roundtable, we discuss bad restaurant names, crazy rich expectations, and dream batman casts! This week’s intro & outro music is “Uzuhan” from Kollaboration STAR 2017 winner Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guest at: Alton Wang @AltonWangAAPI Data Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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Episode 145 - After the EMPOWER w/ Joon Lee

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2017 68:10

EMPOWER Weekend 2017 has wrapped and the 2017 Kollaboration season is in the books! We celebrate on this week's KollabCast by bringing in Atlanta based comedian Joon Lee, who also helped us MC throughout the weekend, to recap our marathon 3-day event. For this week's roundtable, we chat about the evolution of "Asian American" comedy and take a look at the latest #AsianEnough blowup coming from the Asian American literary world. (Oh, and we're moving our KollabCast release day back to Thursday going forward!) This week’s intro & outro music is “Uzuhan” from Kollaboration STAR 2017 winner Uzuhan As always, send us your listener emails at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guest at: Joon Lee IG: @JoonLeeComedy Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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Episode 124 - New Friends From Atlanta w/ Uzuhan

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2017 59:58

This week we're joined by Atlanta based rapper Uzuhan (formerly J.Han), the winner of last week's Kollaboration Atlanta showcase. He and Minji reminisce about the Atlanta show and chat about Uzuhan's journey as an artist from his beginnings in Maryland to his new home in Georgia. We also chat about political awakenings, representation, and artistic authenticity. This week’s intro & outro music is “Fuel America” from St. Lenox As always, send us your listener questions at podcast@kollaboration.org Learn more about the KollabCast and listen to past episodes here Subscribe to us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Spotify, Radio Public or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our guests at: Uzuhan @uzuhanmusic Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh The KollabCast is a podcast about pop culture and the creative life from an Asian American perspective A proud member of the Potluck Podcast Collective

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God versus Culture with Uzuhan