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AsianBossGirlSummer Catch-Up - Milestone Birthday Cruises, Baby Showers, & Life TransitionsWe’re in the final weeks of summer, but because the past few months have been so eventful, we haven’t had a chance to check in with ourselves and each other! In fact, summers in general now just look so different in our 30’s, particularly when friends start to have kids. When we’re part of different “villages” with various priorities and obligations, how do we still have meaningful hangouts with loved ones? From Phil’s 40th Birthday Cruise to Janet’s sister’s baby shower, we share some highlights, things we learned, and how we maintain balance in the midst of th...2024-09-1351 minAsianBossGirlJanet & Mel’s Favorite Self-Development Practices and Tracking Personal GoalsWhen you go through big life changes, it can frequently feel like you’re unbalanced and losing control of your circumstances, even if the changes are good ones. This year, Mel’s taking big steps by moving cross-country, while Janet is stepping out of her comfort zone into a new era of carefree play. As we enter new chapters in life, what is the best way to measure progress and re-center ourselves? Are there books, practices, and self-help podcasts that we love to turn to, to help us navigate these transitions? Share your favorite self-help podcasts with the c...2024-04-0553 minAsianBossGirlLooking Back to Look Ahead - Our Vision Board for 20242023 was a busy year for ABG, both professionally and personally. We started simulcasting on YouTube, Helen had her wedding, Janet moved several times, and Mel traveled to Japan & Taiwan! So since this is our first episode of 2024, we thought it’d be a good opportunity to sit down and reflect on 2023 so that we can set intentional goals for the new year. What are significant lessons we learned last year? What are our top priorities for this new year? What words/phrases would we use to define our intentions for 2024?What is your theme fo...2024-01-051h 05AsianBossGirlHow Green Juice Hangover Cures Led to a Lifelong Friendship for Helen & JanetIn the final round of our 1-on-1 conversation series, Janet and Helen share how they went from meeting each other as “a friend of a friend” to the close, protective sisterhood they now share. Their friendship dynamic holds many similarities (they’re always down for a night out or new adventure), but also many differences (having traditional vs. non-conventional life paths, or being extroverted vs. introverted). It’s these differences in particular that make their friendship so meaningful - Helen may be a social bee who buzzes around the room but Janet is the flower who embraces the bee for a de...2023-12-1556 min
Mind Body Soul & StageMind Body Soul & Stage: Janet Hsieh & George Young Fun with the Juggling!Janet Hsieh and George Young are both actors living and working in LA having been based in Taiwan together previously. Janet has had a considerable amount of success in Taiwan as a presenter and model and George's acting career has recently had two feature films out as well as writing/directing his own work with Janet and gaining accolades for their short film Home. Being in the industry for a number years, Janet and George discuss the ups and downs of turning potential lucrative offers down in pursuit of changing your pathway, moving around the world to do so...2023-11-2352 minAsianBossGirlJanet’s Dating Update - Knowing When It’s Time to Move On From a RelationshipWe’ve discussed many of our dating and relationship highs on this podcast over the years, and our listeners have also walked with us through our love woes. Love is hard, and loving someone is a learned skill. Today, Janet reflects on her recent breakup and shares some of her biggest takeaways from this relationship: what she was grateful for, what she learned about herself, and her outlook on dating now.__________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuEditor: Michelle Hsieh__________________________________________P A R T N E R S...2023-10-0648 minAsianBossGirlLife in Your Late 30’sWe’re celebrating Janet’s birthday this week! So what an excellent time to reflect not just on the past year, but also on what it means to be in your late 30’s. This decade in particular is often full of significant life decisions, new responsibilities, and mindset changes. Though we are all still relatively young, we strive to live intentionally and build healthy habits, while also continuing to step out of our comfort zones. Join us in this moment of self-reflection, no matter what stage of life you are in!__________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang...2023-09-2250 minAsianBossGirlJanet & Mel On 7 Years of Friendship and Connecting Through VulnerabilityHere at AsianBossGirl, we spend a lot of time on the podcast as a trio, but we don’t often share 1 on 1 conversations. So on today’s episode, Janet and Mel reflect on their friendship, one that could be described as an older/younger sister or cousin dynamic, where each person can talk to the other about anything, without judgment. Join as we walk down memory lane and share how our friendship developed from first impressions to a deep connection. And stay tuned for more 1:1 conversations with different ABG pairs in the future!What is something you trul...2023-08-1843 minAsianBossGirlWhat to Know Before Traveling with Your SOTraveling with your significant other, especially for the first time, can be a big test for a relationship. Planning a trip and getting out of your typical routine is a lot of fun, but aligning your travel styles can be challenging. On today’s episode, we share some of our travel stories, from Janet’s international trip to Japan with Eugene (only several months into their relationship!), to Helen and Phil’s travel mishaps overseas. __________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuContributing Editor: Haemee KangEditor: Michelle Hsieh__________________________________________P...2023-07-2139 min
千萬靈魂 10M Souls PODCAST by CC第一季 Ep.3 Janet Hsieh 赤裸與勇氣的光芒 + 🐣彩蛋10M Souls 千萬靈魂 Podcast ================================ S.1 Ep.3 第三集 《Janet 赤裸與勇氣的光芒》 她忠於自己內心的渴望，放棄美國「已考進的」醫學院機會，在台灣開啟了 模特兒的工作、到主持《瘋台灣》，甚至得到金鐘獎最佳主持人獎，她成功的讓自己被看見，在亞洲發光、發熱。 去年，她鼓起了另一份勇氣，決定回到美國，重新經歷 當時 在台灣打拼的未知。透過公益書「我活著我的人生嗎？」她透露… 在渴望、追尋「被矚目、被看到」的明星光環和表象下，她曾經 經歷的 黑暗與掙扎。她坦承地、甚至露骨的、揭露了私下的內心故事，和人生的脆弱片刻。那份「願意揭露」的勇氣，讓我打從心裡深深地敬佩她…又更愛她了！！ 親愛的讀者聽眾們，你們準備好了嗎？ 邀請你聆聽❤️每一個面向的自己，真正地為自己感到快樂！ 本集影集（將包含部分英譯字幕）下週播出。 敬請期待。https://youtube.com/@10msouls ========================= 歡笑輕鬆的對話中，CC 與 Janet 探討了 - 🔅 Janet 在美國最近的生活點滴 🔅 The importance of finding the meaning behind the work (Q. ever thought this would be your main work of life?) 將喜歡做的事與生命意義的腳準（曾經想過…如今會從事現在的領域嗎？） === 🔅 Soul personality - two sons - born with different personalities… Q. What is your soul personality? 觀察妳的兩個兒子，妳有發現或許靈魂帶有祂自己的個性嗎？ 那麼，妳覺得「妳的靈魂個性」/ 特徵是…？ (How did these attributes play parts in the main decision making points of your life?) 這些特質，如何在妳生命許多的「轉淚點」扮演關鍵的角色？ 🔅 Talk about how you currently get in touch with inner feelings (walk us through how you become aware of how you are feeling inside, the body, the emotional energy…) in the midst of constantly facing others emotions and dynamic. 可否分享妳如今，如何覺察自己內心、身體、情緒….的狀態？ 🔅 The drive / motivations behind the US venture and re-venture. 去美國這股勇氣和決心：是「什麼」驅使著妳？ 🔅 What is your personal takeaway or ah-ha from 他媽的多重宇宙？ 🔅 Shawn (in his part) he mentioned the “Top 5 Regrets of Dying” being “not having the courage to live for one’s self” … which coincides with a key message of yours: to not live for others expectations… 劉軒在他書中提到「死前的五大遺憾」：後悔沒有勇氣問自己而活。這和妳書中分享的：「不要活在別人的期待下，變成了不是自己的樣子…」有異曲同工之妙。 妳覺得為何人無法有「足夠的勇氣」活出最真實赤裸的自己？（因為做到這件事是真正接受自己、愛自己的一大部分。） Having said of that, Q. In your opinion, what might be the hindrances for people to live a life of 2023-06-161h 09AsianBossGirlOffice Poops, Politics, & Printers - What We Do/Don’t Miss About CorporateIt’s been 3 years since we left our corporate jobs to work on ABG full time, and although our work looks very different from those days, there are some perks that we still miss. From benefits, to even just office supplies – what are the parts of working in Corporate that worked for us? Do we miss the “stability” of a corporate career? And, on the flip side, what are we very happy to have left behind?__________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuContributing Editor: Haemee KangEditor: Michelle Hsieh...2023-06-1651 minAsianBossGirlLearning to Thrive Emotionally in Relationships, with Relating Between the LinesWhen it comes to conflict with friends and family, it can be difficult to clearly express and elucidate your emotions. Particularly when you factor in cultural differences and generational gaps. Relating Between the Lines (RBTL), a school for relational education, has made it their mission to equip people with the tools they need to navigate these conversations.The co-founders of RBTL, Stephanie and Norman, join us to share how their personal experiences informed their emotional development and walk us through techniques for how you can improve your relationships and communication skills. Through live and online learning experiences...2023-06-0949 minAsianBossGirlJanet & Mel Getting Engaged? Baby #2 for Helen? ABG Reality Show?! ABG AssumptionsOn this podcast, we try to be as open and candid as possible. But realistically, our public persona only represents 5% of our lives. So, we wondered how much your assumptions about us match up with what’s really going on. From our personalities (Is Helen the most outgoing?) to our careers (Is ABG writing another book?) to our future plans (Would we ever move out of LA?) - are your assumptions about us correct?__________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuEditor: Michelle Hsieh__________________________________________P A R T N E...2023-06-021h 00AsianBossGirlThere’s Nothing Sexier Than Good Food - feat. Ronnie WooAs a society, we typically eat three meals a day, so nothing brings people together as much as food. Especially GOOD food. Today’s guest is a model turned therapist turned chef - Ronnie Woo, the author of a new cookbook, “Did You Eat Yet?” which celebrates his Asian and American heritage. What should you cook for someone on a 1st date? What dish will help you lock in a relationship? And what makes food sexy? __________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuContributing Editor: Haemee KangEditor: Michelle Hsieh...2023-05-261h 07AsianBossGirlNavigating Divorce and Co-Parenting with Cathy NguyenOne of the most difficult life transitions someone can go through is letting go of a relationship and going through the process of a divorce. It’s a deeply personal journey, so we are extremely grateful that our dear friend Cathy Nguyen is joining us today to share how her experience with divorce has given her a new perspective on motherhood and self-love. Cathy has been on the ABG podcast before, but you may also recognize her from Wong Fu Productions’ “Strangers, Again” and “Strangers Never Again” series, or her social content featuring her incredible relationship with her daughter...2023-05-1946 minAsianBossGirlChicken Feet, Plastic Bag Drawers, & Paris Baguette - What Makes Us Asian? #AAPIHMWe’ve discussed cultural identity many times on this podcast, but today we wanted to put a more personal lens on the topic, and talk about experiences and habits that make us Asian. Going beyond outward appearances, what are ways in which we find comfort and pride in being Asian? Whether it’s celebrating cultural traditions, or realizing that you’re slowly morphing into your grandparents/parents, the answer to this question looks different for every individual. __________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuContributing Editor: Haemee KangEditor: Michelle Hsieh...2023-05-0553 minAsianBossGirlLoud Chewing, Interrupted Showers, and Stupid Fights with Our SOsWe’ve reflected on the ups and downs of relationships before, but today we’re specifically going to focus on those small, stupid conflicts that are insignificant in the grand scheme of things, and yet so infuriating in the moment. Whether it’s adjusting to each others’ daily living habits or going through life transitions together, there’s always going to be some things your partner does that annoys you. However, in the end it’s all about how you communicate and compromise to resolve these little frustrations. These stories have all been “okayed” by our partners, so listen in as M...2023-04-2851 minAsianBossGirlOur Work Besties and Janet’s Work DaddyMost of us will spend an average of 81,396 hours at work, according to Harvard Business Review. Naturally, you might develop close relationships with the people you’re spending all that time with. Whether it’s bonding over shared interests or just sending each other funny memes to get through the day, it can be very valuable to invest time in your coworkers. Workplace relationships could develop into lifelong friendships, important mentorships, or even blossom into an office romance…On today’s episode, we share stories of our work wives and work besties from our corporate days. Do we still...2023-04-2143 minAsianBossGirl2023 Goals - ABG Goes to a Rave and Feet Pics?!One of our biggest goals for this year was to start simulcasting, aka releasing our podcast in both audio and video formats. This is a big step for us, and you can now find our faces on YouTube, while still enjoying the show on all the usual podcast apps! We thought this would be a perfect time to talk about other aspects of our lives that we are growing in this year, and what we’re excited for in the rest of 2023. From more time with friends and family, to some blue-sky dreams in progress, join us for...2023-04-141h 01
AsianBossGirlIvory Aquino on Having the Power to Rewrite Her Childhood (Celebrating Trans Day of Visibility)On today’s episode, we are so honored to have Filipina actress Ivory Aquino grace us with her vibrant energy and help us wrap up Women’s History Month. This week also coincides with International Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31st), which celebrates the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people, while also bringing awareness to the work that is needed to achieve trans justice (GLSEN). As a trans woman, Ivory describes her childhood as “a push and pull of joy and questioning.” Born and raised in the Philippines, Ivory moved to the US to study at Berklee C...2023-03-311h 14
AsianBossGirlFinding Strength Through Sisterhood and Personal WinsAs women, we are often made to feel like our accomplishments are not worth celebrating, or that the struggles we go through are just something we have to bear with a smile. Whether intentional or not, this messaging can come from strangers, our governments, work, and even people we know. There are many days where we can be hard on ourselves, when it feels like things are not going as planned. So this Women’s History Month, we want to take a moment to celebrate the people and moments in life (big or small) that give us str...2023-03-241h 15
AsianBossGirlWhat Feedback Would You Give to Your Boss? The Value of a 360 Review ProcessReceiving feedback on your performance in the workplace is always nerve-wracking, particularly when these review processes are tied to your compensation and perceived value. We started our careers working 9to5 jobs and we came to expect periodic performance reviews – most often annually, but sometimes even quarterly. This process can look different depending on the company. There are self-assessments, peer assessments, and what’s called the 360 review, which involves a full circle of feedback from employees to peers to managers. For anyone who may have these dreaded evaluations coming up, we wanted to share our positive and negative experiences, discuss whet...2023-03-171h 07
AsianBossGirlWhat Does It Take to be an FBI Agent? with Alex Pham (Special Agent) and Candyce Ha (Community Outreach Specialist)March is Women’s History Month, so we invited Alex Pham and Candyce Ha of the FBI (that’s right, the Federal Bureau of Investigation) to share their experiences with you all! We’ve always seen intelligence agencies portrayed in Hollywood movies and TV shows, but today, we get a first hand account of how accurate those depictions are to reality. What is the training process like for new agents or staff members? What’s the most rewarding part of the job? And how many pull-ups do you have to do?Whether you’ve considered working for the FBI, o...2023-03-101h 03
AsianBossGirlHas NewJeans Cracked a New Formula for Success?“I got no time to lose / 내 길었던 하루 / 난 보고 싶어 / ra-ta-ta-ta…” are the lyrics that have been stuck in our heads ever since we discovered NewJeans, a 5-member Korean girl group that has infiltrated our playlists with their bright and youthful vibes. After their debut in July of 2022, NewJeans quickly skyrocketed to fame. Nowadays, their dance challenges and songs like “Hype Boy” and “OMG” are seen/heard all across TikTok. Even if you’re not a fan of the group, it’s hard not to have heard of them! So what makes this new girl group so popular, and how are they different from other K-Pop groups? On today...2023-03-0354 min
AsianBossGirlChecking In with Janet 6 Months Post-Egg RetrievalLast September, Janet shared about the start of her egg freezing journey on this podcast, and the process of going through her first cycle. Since then, she’s gone through one and a half more cycles. At six months, she wanted to share some updates and a deeper reflection on the journey so far. How many eggs was she able to retrieve, and how long do they last? What was it like to meet her partner in the middle of this journey? And what does she wish she knew before starting the process of freezing her eggs? Everyone’s expe...2023-02-2446 min
AsianBossGirlThe Bachelor or Football?! Water Cooler Conversation Topics to Break the Ice at WorkWorking in an office setting means that there are often situations where small talk is required. Before meetings, in elevators, and what’s commonly referred to as “water cooler conversations” in the break room. But maybe you’re someone who hates small talk, or maybe you just don’t have any idea what conversation topics to bring up with your colleagues, managers, and bosses. Do you play it safe and stick to topics of sports, TV shows, and pop culture? Or do you show some vulnerability with coworkers to try and form deeper relationships with your coworkers? In this epi...2023-02-1749 min
AsianBossGirlI'm Stuck! What Do I Get My Partner for Vday? // We Answer Your Love Q'sOver the past few months, we’ve received many questions about the topic of Love ❤️ - and now that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, we felt this would be the perfect time to address some of these questions! From the serious questions (How important is getting married/living together vs. status quo/being happy?), to tricky situations (What if I love him, but not his political opinions?), we offer advice based on our own personal experiences and reflect on what love means to us in all its forms. What does love look like to you? How...2023-02-1056 min
AsianBossGirlGetting Laid Off Isn't Your Fault - with Matt Ogawa, VP of Human Resources at MetaUnexpected and dreaded layoffs may have just happened at your company, and if your job was unfortunately impacted… What should you do next? In recent months, we’ve seen staggering numbers of layoffs in the news, and how this has affected many of our friends working in corporate. To provide additional support and resources, we invited Matt Ogawa, the Vice President of HR Business Partners at Meta Inc., to help shed some light on the other side of the layoffs conversation. You may be wondering: Could I have improved my performance to prevent a layoff? How early do co...2023-02-0354 min
AsianBossGirlFeng Shui Basics and Best Practices - with Sara Jane Ho of Netflix’s Mind Your MannersWe just celebrated Lunar New Year, and a lot of us took time to clean up our spaces and revive the energy around our homes. As we went through this process, one question that came to our minds was: how do we optimize our surroundings according to feng shui? Feng Shui is the Ancient Chinese Art of arranging objects in an environment to achieve a balance of harmony. Today, we’re talking to Sara Jane Ho, the star of Netflix’s Mind Your Manners and the founder of Chinese finishing school, Institute Sarita, where students are taught etiqu...2023-01-261h 01
AsianBossGirlDo I Need Time Away From My Partner?After a big holiday season, and with even more holidays coming up in the next two months, it can be difficult to find personal time to recharge and relax. Especially when you have to balance your own plans with your Significant Other’s! This was Helen’s first year as a family of 3 with a toddler, while Mel and Janet spent the holidays with SO’s for the first time in a while. From traveling to meet family, to triple birthday celebrations, our social calendars were more packed than usual! On today’s episode, we discuss how we managed to balan...2023-01-1900 min
The She Talks Asia PodcastShe Talks Adventure with Janet HsiehJanet Hsieh is best known as the host of Discovery’s longest running travel show in Asia, Fun Taiwan—but behind the cameras, she was raised as, and is a natural adventurer. From growing up as a taekwondo black belter and trained classical pianist, to traveling the world to study and eventually as work while jumping off cliffs and eating exotic delicacies, to building a family with her husband George Young and relocating to Los Angeles, there is so much to learn from Janet about overcoming fears, tapping into your adventurous side, and being fully present. She joins STA co-f...2023-01-1746 min
AsianBossGirlBehind the Scenes of “Lucky Cat” - Our First Children’s Book! with Illustrator, Eunice ChenLast Fall, our first children’s book “Lucky Cat” made its way onto bookshelves all around the world. Since then, we’ve had such a heartwarming response from parents and kids who have loved June and her family’s story as immigrants in America, along with their adorable and magical Lucky Cat. Writing a children’s book has always been a “blue-sky goal” for us, and we’re so proud to share our journey with you all today, a process that stretched over the course of several years. From being contacted by a UK publisher, to where we found inspiration for th...2023-01-1346 min
AsianBossGirlRomance, Success, and Longevity - How Accurate Was Our 2021 Psychic Reading?In January of 2021, we sat down with Carla, a Spiritual Medium, Healer, and Intuitive Counselor, who we got to ask about our FUTURES. Mel and Janet asked for insight in their searches for life partners, Helen received recommendations on areas to focus on and strengthen, and the three of us asked for advice for ABG’s success and longevity. Almost two years later, we’re reviewing what Carla read in our futures and comparing it to our lives today! Especially given the recent romance in Mel and Janet’s lives. What came to fruition within the last 2 years...2023-01-0658 min
AsianBossGirlOur 5 Ws of 2022 (Who, What, When, Where, & Why)It’s our final episode of the year (and also coincidentally our 200th episode!) 2022 certainly flew by, and as we prepare for the New Year, we wanted to take the time to reflect on the 5 Ws (who, what, when, where, and why) of this eventful year, both as individuals and as a company. From in-person meetups all around the world, to the publication of our first children’s book “Lucky Cat,” to the launch of our mini-shows, we’re so proud of where ABG is today and excited for what 2023 may hold. __________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang...2022-12-301h 18
AsianBossGirlRaw + Real Reflections on 8+ Years of Love, Marriage, and Parenthood, feat. Philip WangA few years ago, Helen arranged two blind Holi-Dates for Mel and Janet. This year, we’ve certainly still got love in mind, as we’ve all found holiday romances of our own. So, instead of focusing on new romances, we wanted to learn more about what love is like for a couple who has been together for 8+ years: husband and wife, Helen Wu and Philip Wang! They sit down for an open and honest discussion of how they navigated the ups and downs of their relationship, the expansion of their family, and their proudest moments together as a coup...2022-12-231h 02
AsianBossGirlWho’s Most Likely to Date Santa??? - Holiday Drinks & Games with ABG!Happy Holidays from ABG! To celebrate our favorite time of year, we thought it’d be fun to play a Holiday-themed game… and get a little tipsy ;) Grab your favorite drink of choice and play along with us as we reveal which one of us would build the best gingerbread house, who’s most likely to bring an unwanted guest to dinner, and who might be drunk before the New Year countdown?If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Episode 95: Who’s Most Likely to Be Drunk at a Holiday Dinner??? for more Drinks and Game...2022-12-1658 min
AsianBossGirlThe Do’s and Don’ts of Holiday PotlucksWinter holidays are the best time for gathering with friends and family to eat lots of food. But planning these events can get stressful quickly - that’s why potlucks are a great way to get together without too much pressure on the host. But have you ever wondered about potluck etiquette? What’s an acceptable dish to bring if you really don’t like to cook? How do leftovers get shared? We discuss these potentially sticky situations so everyone can avoid all faux pas and sail smoothly through the holiday season!Our most import...2022-12-091h 08
AsianBossGirlMeeting Your Significant Other’s Family and FriendsThe holiday season is upon us! It’s the time of year where everyone gathers to spend time with loved ones - family, friends, and that special someone in your life. Amidst all the potlucks and parties, you may find yourself having to introduce your Significant Other to friends and family for the very first time. Or, you may have the equally intimidating task of meeting their loved ones - how can you prepare?On today’s episode, we share our tips for these first-time meetings based on our personal experiences: When is the best time to intr...2022-12-0254 min
AsianBossGirlABG Favorites - 36 Questions to Fall in Love (Episode 35)“The 36 Questions That Lead to Love” by Daniel Jones on The New York Times challenges friends and couples to be candid through a series of personal questions. There are three sets of twelve questions each, with increasing levels of vulnerability. This activity is based on a psychology study that explored how intimate and honest conversation creates connection and increases closeness, even if the participants were strangers at the start. After starting a podcast and business together, we know a lot about one another, but we wanted to challenge ourselves in this episode to explore even deeper levels of cl...2022-11-2556 min
AsianBossGirlWe’re No Longer Single! Mel and Janet’s Dating UpdateOver the years, we’ve shared many of our dating and love stories for AsianBossGirl listeners. As many of you know, Mel has been seeing someone for a while, but she’s kept that relationship mostly private so far. Now, she’s ready to share more details, and… surprise! Janet has also met someone special in her life recently, and she’s excited to introduce him! Join us as we share how the two of us met our partners and how those relationships developed, and highlight some sweet and meaningful moments we’ve shared with our partners so far. ...2022-11-181h 08
AsianBossGirlLiving Life with Audacity and Passion as a Survivor of Domestic Abuse - with MMA Fighter Bi Nguyen (aka Killer Bee)Today’s guest is truly a Boss, whose embodiment of courage and power is reflected in her physical prowess as much as her inner strength. Bi Nguyen, also known as “Killer Bee,” is a professional MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter, actress, and self defense coach. From growing up as a Vietnamese refugee, to escaping an abusive relationship at age 20, Bi now tells her survival story to empower women and encourage them to embrace female duality.Join us as Bi shares how she reclaimed her own power through MMA fighting, where the name “Killer Bee” originated, and the meaning of...2022-11-1152 min
AsianBossGirlABG Office Hours - How We Build Confidence for Dating, Motivation for Exercise, and Fave Baby Products (Part 2)Our office hours are back in session! We received so many questions for our last Office Hours episode that we had to separate them into a second part (you can listen to the first part here!). On this episode, TAs Helen, Mel, and Janet tackle tough questions like: How do we field out the fuckbois vs. serious guys while dating? What are our favorite Self-Help books? And what’s our advice for young staff in corporate jobs?If you would like us to record more Office Hours episodes, leave us a comment with an apple or pencil em...2022-11-0448 min
AsianBossGirlScary Experiences We Didn’t Think We’d SurviveHalloween is just around the corner, and since the nights have gotten longer and colder, we’re in a spooky mood. In this episode, we’ll be sharing some creepy experiences we’ve had… both real and supernatural. From Helen’s harrowing travel story in India, to Mel and Janet’s eerie encounters in college, we recount the details of what happened… and discuss if there could have been anything other-worldly involved.Beware! This episode may not be for the faint of heart…Now it’s your turn - tell us about your own spooky experiences in the...2022-10-281h 04
AsianBossGirlABG Office Hours - Our Advice for Buying a Home, Dealing with Jealous Friends, & Enjoying Life Independently (Part 1)ABG’s Office Hours are open! Today, we are the Teaching Assistants you’d go to for career, relationship, and life advice. We received questions from our Instagram - some for each of us individually, and some for all of us as a group. Grab a seat and listen in as we share tips on how to pick up corporate lingo, the best way to get used to doing activities independently, and our go-to snacks to have on hand for a long day of work.__________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen WuEditor: Mich...2022-10-2151 min
AsianBossGirlHow We Navigate New Friendships and Friendship FalloutsWe discuss romantic relationships often on our podcast, but today, we’re putting the spotlight on friendships. Life is best lived with friends, those who become your chosen family, through all the ups and downs. But as we journey through different life stages, some friendships become passive, or fall apart altogether. What are the qualities we value in a close friend nowadays? How are those qualities similar or different to those we seek in a romantic partner? And how do we recover from the heartbreak of a lost friendship? Tag some of your lifelong friends and share one...2022-10-141h 04
AsianBossGirlABG Favorites - Wax On, Wax Off (Episode 3)Sugaring, bikini waxes, Brazilians, and landing strips - do you know what all of these terms mean? The practice of personal grooming “down there” is not a topic that is often discussed, particularly among young Asian Americans. So whether you shave, wax, laser, or keep it natural, we’re here to share our tips and stories for anyone who wants to learn more about the waxing process. Since we just passed our 5 year anniversary, we thought it would be fun to replay one of our favorite episodes, all the way back to Episode 3! Whether you’re a new liste...2022-10-0736 min
AsianBossGirlHow to Plan Your Dream Wedding Stress-Free with Events Planner, Michelle TuWeddings are joyful, picture-perfect moments that couples will remember for years to come. But the months leading up to the Big Day can be extremely stressful and overwhelming; there are so many decisions to be made about flowers, guest lists, and venues. Today, we’ve brought an expert to help us navigate all your wedding planning questions! How to stay within budget, balance personal wants and needs with familial expectations, and honor cultural traditions on your special day.Our guest, Michelle Tu, has been a wedding planner and consultant for over 10 years. She founded her own event pl...2022-09-301h 01
天下文化‧相信閱讀【冠德名人書房】EP28｜Janet謝怡芬、George吳宇衛：看書就像按摩大腦，有付出才有收穫本集節目由#冠德玉山教育基金會 授權提供 📢 本集來賓：Janet Hsieh(謝怡芬)、George Young(吳宇衛) 銀色夫妻Janet與George ， 兩個人的個性雖南轅北轍， 卻在人生道路上不約而同選擇跳出舒適圈， 滿心喜悅地從事所熱愛的演藝工作， 面對生活挑戰、婚姻磨合與孩子教養等難題， 皆抱以智慧與幽默來一一化解。 - #冠德玉山教育基金會 致力推動閱讀，2018年起，獨立製作《#名人書房》閱讀節目， 每季帶您探尋13組名人的人生閱歷，體驗13段動人的奇幻旅程。 👉FB：https://lihi1.com/4UBXL 👉IG： https://lihi1.com/xlubD 👉Podcast：https://lihi1.com/91poZ ----------------------------------------------------------------- 👍喜歡我們的節目？ 請用３個小動作支持我們，讓更多人聽見優質內容： (1) 至1號課堂頻道主頁 🍎Apple 🟢Spotify 🌐Google shorturl.at/hpyP7 (2) 訂閱1號課堂頻道 (3) 給5星好評並留言(Google Podcast尚未開通此功能) ✋不知道怎麼操作？操作示範影片這裡看！ Powered by Firstory Hosting2022-09-231h 21
AsianBossGirlABG’s 5 Year Anniversary!AsianBossGirl just passed our 5th birthday! On September 21, 2017 we released our very first episode, “ABG - What’s in a Name?” At that time, this was very much a passion project - we were three girlfriends with corporate jobs, sitting around a table drinking wine, who decided to share our experiences as Asian American women with the Internet. Now, five years later, we’ve established a company, a community, and we’ve grown as individuals - all thanks to the amazing support we’ve received from you - our listeners! Thank you for spending your time with us, and refle...2022-09-231h 22
AsianBossGirlIncreasing Laotian Visibility as a Multi-Hyphenate Storyteller - with Kulap VilaysackKulap Vilaysack’s career path was not a linear one, but it landed her in Hollywood – from Nurse Kulap in Childrens Hospital to guest roles on Bob’s Burgers, The Office, and more. Over the course of her decades-long career, she has witnessed the media and entertainment industries evolve and change for the better. From her experiences as an actress, comedian, writer and showrunner, Kulap has seen that representation must start from the top of the ladder, and goes beyond simply casting diverse actors. On this episode, Kulap shares her own origin story, and how it led her to...2022-09-1658 min
AsianBossGirlMythbusting Asian Superstitions - Can Putting Onions In Your Socks Cure Your Cold??If you grew up in an Asian household, you may be familiar with certain rituals or practices that were taken very seriously by your parents, sometimes without much explanation. Beliefs such as, “drinking hot or room temperature water is better for you,” or “wearing slippers will keep your feet warm,” were ingrained in us growing up, but today, we are researching whether or not these beliefs are actually rooted in truth. Will your babies’ hair really grow back thicker if you shave their hair? Why shouldn’t you sleep with a mirror facing your bed? We tackle the questions you’ve alway...2022-09-0956 min
AsianBossGirlJanet’s Egg Freezing Journey - Giving Yourself Time to Start a FamilyAs many listeners may already know, Janet is going through the process of freezing her eggs. At the time of this episode’s release, she just finished her first cycle, and she’s planning to do 1-2 more cycles to collect additional eggs. Fertility is still a topic that is not often talked about, so today, Janet is here to share her personal experience and walk us through every step of the process: why she decided to freeze her eggs, how her day-to-day life was affected, and some helpful tips she’s learned so far in her journey. She’s here t...2022-09-021h 17
AsianBossGirlQ&A - Mel’s New Beau, Janet’s Vitamin Lab, and Helen’s Baby Number Two??!!August is coming to a close, so it’s time to sit down and catch up with a Q&A! We asked you all to submit your burning questions to our Discord (join the AsianBossGirl Collective here!) and our Instagram, and found that many of you are curious to know more details about recent changes in our lives. Who has influenced our outlook on love and life in the past year? What’s the latest update on Mel’s new beau? And most importantly, what is the first aisle you go to at a Target, Trader Joe’s, or Costco?2022-08-2656 min
AsianBossGirlTwo Minute News Segments on MTV Led to a Trailblazing Career for SuChin PakOur guest today is SuChin Pak, who is best known for being the first Asian American correspondent at MTV in the early 2000s, and one of the few Asian women we got to see consistently on our TV screens as teenagers. She started as a teen reporter on her local news channel, but didn’t expect to pursue a career in media – there weren’t others like her in the field back then. But thanks to her inspirational work, many of us are now able to consider creative careers that we didn’t think were possible before. Currently...2022-08-191h 07
AsianBossGirlOur Hall Passes: Asian Men EditionToday, we are celebrating Asian men in pop culture and media: those who made an impact on our lives growing up, and those we now admire for using their platforms to advocate for their community. These men have certainly proved that society’s measure of “hotness” has expanded beyond the notion that Asian men are not appealing, and should continue to expand. We reveal who our first Asian male celebrity crushes were, which actors we would want to star alongside in our theoretical biopics, and discuss how our personal definitions of “attractiveness” have changed over time. Who are your pa...2022-08-1258 min
AsianBossGirlHow to Retire Early and Manage Debt with YourRichBFF, Vivian Tu“Everybody knows that the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell, but why can’t someone teach me how to do my taxes correctly?” We’ve all wished at some point in life that personal finance was taught in schools with as much emphasis as algebra and biology. Starting your first job and learning how to save, invest, and manage your money can be difficult without the help of an expert. Vivian Tu has made it her mission to make professional financial advice easily accessible. In 2021, she started posting videos as YourRichBFF to combat misleading informatio...2022-08-051h 15
AsianBossGirlNavigating Grief, Intergenerational Trauma, and More with Dr. Jenny Tzu-Mei Wang (Asians for Mental Health)“Claiming your right to exist without limits includes giving yourself permission to rest.” -@asiansformentalhealthConversations about mental health are never easy, but particularly for children of immigrants, children of culture, and the diaspora, navigating and prioritizing mental and emotional self-care can seem like an isolating and daunting task. Our guest today has made it her professional mission to provide encouragement and guidance on how to overcome cultural stigmas while remaining proud of your heritage. Dr. Jenny Tzu-Mei Wang is a Taiwanese-American clinical psychologist known for her words of wisdom on Instagram @asiansformentalhealth. She is dedic...2022-07-291h 01
AsianBossGirlAbortion is Healthcare - Protecting the Right to Choose in Post-Roe AmericaOn June 24, 2022 the Supreme Court voted to overrule Roe v. Wade, a landmark court case which granted federal protections for the privacy of Americans seeking to terminate a pregnancy. The legality of an abortion is now determined on a state-by-state basis, and already several states have implemented a total ban on abortion. This issue has been weighing heavily on our hearts for the past two weeks as we wonder what a Post-Roe America looks like. Whether abortion affects you directly or not, it is important to learn and share what the Supreme Court’s ruling means for abo...2022-07-2253 min
AsianBossGirlNew Romance, Egg Freezing, and New Mom Life DecisionsThe end of June and the beginning of July marked the middle of the year. We often take time to practice goal setting at the beginning of a year, and actively review and reflect events, actions, and behaviors at the end of a year. But this year, we have decided to do a mid-year check-in. What did we envision going into this year? Is it shaping up as we’d hoped? What’s next? Listen in as we share about a new romance potential, thinking about fertility as a single woman, the crossroads of new motherhood and work, and much...2022-07-151h 19
AsianBossGirlEpisode 175: How to Land Your Dream Job with Tiffany Siu, Senior RecruiterHere at ABG, we get A LOT of messages about careers - questions about how to figure out what you want to do, tips on applying for jobs, best practices for interviews, etc. As much as we love sharing our personal experiences, the 3 of us are by no means experts.Cue in Tiffany Siu, who specializes in recruiting and talent acquisition. Tiffany is currently a Senior Recruiter & Program Manager, Early Talent at BitGo. Prior to this, she spent time at both Palantir Technologies and Robinhood when they were hyper-growth start-ups, where she helped countless students land their fir...2022-07-081h 13
AsianBossGirlAllez Cuisine! with Kristen Kish, New Co-Host of Iron ChefToday’s guest is Kristen Kish, an acclaimed chef with a stacked resume. A graduate of Le CordonBleu in Chicago, she earned her first executive chef position at 24. In 2013, Kristen won season 10 of Top Chef, becoming the first contestant to return after elimination and win the whole competition, and the second female winner in the history of the Top Chef franchise. Kristen also openly shares her experiences as a Korean adoptee raised by a loving family in Michigan, as well as her identity as a queer woman, happily married to her wife since 2021.Join us as we ch...2022-07-0144 min
AsianBossGirlHow Well Do We Know Each Other? ABG Plays "We’re Not Really Strangers"What do you think Janet's love language is? What is Helen most sensitive to? How could someone add 1% more happiness to Mel's Life? In this episode, we play an online version of the popular card game, “We’re Not Really Strangers” - a game focused on empowering meaningful connections and there are 3 levels of questions and wildcards that help you deepen your existing relationships and create new ones. The online version we play in this episode is called “We’re Just Friends”, and can be found here: werejustfriends.online. Listen in as we deepen our relationships and learn more about each o...2022-06-2451 min
AsianBossGirlAll My Friends Are Getting Married and Having KidsThe 30s are a decade where many (obviously not all) but many people experience 2 MAJOR life milestones: marriage and kids. We imagine that each of those events is like a door into a different room - on one side is the before, and after you step inside, you’re in a different room with different life circumstances - maybe kids more than marriage, but still - both are very life altering events. Mel and Janet are currently both in the same room - the one with no man and no babies!If you ever feel like all yo...2022-04-081h 13
AsianBossGirlEpisode 160: Changes & Transitions in your Early 20's & 30's with ABG Team Members Ashley & HaemeeThe topic of life transitions is a popular one among our listeners, and as many of you may know, ABG is no longer just Helen, Mel, and Janet - we also have a wonderful team of women who keep ABG running – women who also have their own perspectives and experiences that we know many of you can relate to.Today, we have our social media coordinator, Ashley, and our newsletter editor, Haemee on the pod to share life transitions that they are currently working through in their lives. Ashley, being in her early 20's, graduated college in the...2022-03-251h 04
AsianBossGirlHow Do We Respond to Expectations? // ABG Four Tendencies ResultsThe Four Tendencies is a framework developed by happiness guru, Gretchen Rubin. The test categorizes you into one of four distinct personality profiles so that you can better cater habits and actions to increase your happiness! The four tendencies are Upholder, Questioner, Obliger, and Rebel - what do you think Mel, Helen, and Janet each test as? What do you test as? Let us know in the comments below!The Four Tendency Test we took can be found here: https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/four-tendencies-quiz/This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh.___________________________L...2022-03-0452 min
AsianBossGirlMel and Janet Answer Your Dating QsIn this week's episode, Mel and Janet answer your questions on dating - What are our pre-date confidence boost rituals? Our go-to pick-up lines on dating apps? How do we deal with not feeling left out as close friends settle down in their relationships and marriages? And what are our biggest challenges in dating right now? Listen to find out! We're curious about your thoughts on dating too -- let us know your answers to some of these questions in the comments!This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh.___________________________L I S T...2022-02-251h 03
AsianBossGirlEpisode 155: Finding Love Through The Podcast with Anna Lee & Amy LeeFinding love through our podcast is something Janet & Mel both thought they would potentially achieve. A lot of their friends joke around asking if anyone has slid through the DM’s or if listeners have sent potential matches & the answer is no LOLHowever, it looks like some of our guests are having better luck finding love through our ABG podcast. If you remember Ep 66 & Ep 68, we brought on our good friend Anna Lee to talk through her coming out story. We later found out that another ABG listener, Amy, really connected with Anna’s story and made her move...2022-02-181h 05
AsianBossGirlEpisode 154: He Venmo Charged Me for the Date! // Mel & Janet's Dating AdventuresIt's been a while since we caught up with you all on our dating adventures on the apps, so in today's episode, we share some of our recent experiences -- conversations via text, a video chat, a couple of in-person dates, drafting and sending hard messages, and getting unexpected responses. We're curious what dating has been like for all of you these past couple of months -- let us know in the comments!This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh.___________________________L I S T E N E R S U R V E...2022-02-111h 03
AsianBossGirlEpisode 149: Future Self Journaling - New Year, Future UsWelcome to a NEW YEAR! In this FIRST episode of 2022, we focus on goal setting in a non-traditional way. Instead of discussing our goals in a list format, we opted for a future self journaling exercise inspired by Jenn Im's vlog where she journals a "future day-in-the-life". This activity can help focus one's desires and goals. Listen in as Mel, Helen, and Janet each share a "future day-in-the-life". What do each of our journal entries reveal about the life we want? Try this exercise out yourself and let us know if you enjoy it!This episode was ed...2022-01-0759 min
AsianBossGirlLost in TransitionMany large life milestones typically occur in our 20s and 30s - Things like work promotions, moving to new cities, developing serious romantic relationships, buying a home, getting married, starting a family, etc. - all events and occurrences that are markers of growth and progress. Between these milestones are periods that can often feel like stagnancy. Nothing’s really wrong in life - in fact, things can feel pretty stable and ok, but so stable and ok that you feel like you’re on auto-pilot - not really inspired and not really excited, and not really growing. You find your...2021-11-191h 20
AsianBossGirlEpisode 129: For the 90s Kid in All of UsMel, Janet, and Helen are 90s kids, two of us being 80s babies. And this past year or so, we’ve been seeing a very quick rise of 90s comeback fashion, especially amongst those who were born in the 2000s. It’s been a bit strange to see flares, bell bottoms, spaghetti straps, fanny packs, and bucket hats make a comeback, but we thought it’d be fun to have an episode where we reminisce about the actual 90s and early 2000s trends that we lived through and grew up with! Because who knows? Maybe some of the stuff we tal...2021-08-2052 min
名人書房EP28｜Janet謝怡芬、George吳宇衛：看書就像按摩大腦，有付出才有收穫📢 本集來賓：Janet Hsieh(謝怡芬)、George Young(吳宇衛) 銀色夫妻Janet與George ， 兩個人的個性雖南轅北轍， 卻在人生道路上不約而同選擇跳出舒適圈， 滿心喜悅地從事所熱愛的演藝工作， 面對生活挑戰、婚姻磨合與孩子教養等難題， 皆抱以智慧與幽默來一一化解。 📚 #推薦書單 《牧羊少年奇幻之旅》 / 保羅‧科爾賀 《最後十四堂星期二的課》 / 米奇·艾爾邦 《The Actor and the Target》/ Declan Donnellan 《Bringing Up Bébé》/ Pamela Druckerman 《Go the F**k to Sleep》/ Adam Mansbach, Ricardo Cortes 《The Book with No Pictures》/ B. J. Novak 《The Cat in the Hat》/ Dr. Seuss 《One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish》/ Dr. Seuss 👀 YouTube影音版｜https://youtu.be/ugcumRNnRyc －－－－－－－－－－－－－－－ ✍ #冠德玉山教育基金會 致力推動閱讀， 2018年起，獨立製作《#名人書房》閱讀節目， 每季帶您探尋13組名人的人生閱歷，體驗13段動人的奇幻旅程。 FB｜https://www.facebook.com/CelebrityStudy IG｜https://www.instagram.com/celebritystudy/ YT｜https://lihi1.com/QShcs Powered by Firstory Hosting2021-08-181h 21
AsianBossGirlEpisode 128: From Shared Rooms to Homeowning - The Places We’ve Called HomeSo a topic that comes up quite frequently in our post-college 20s and 30s, when we’re freshly moved out of our parent's homes, is about the roof over our heads!! Where do you live?? Are you renting? Are you thinking about buying? What are you looking for in a house? What does your dream house look like? These are questions we’ve had to think about ever since entering our ‘adult years’.We are all in pretty different places in our lives, with Janet owning her first condo & having lived here for 4 years, Mel having just upgraded...2021-08-131h 10
AsianBossGirlEpisode 122: Summer Singles UpdateWe are still feeling the energy from that Hot Girl Summer episode! With LA opening up and summer officially here, the single ladies of the trio, Janet & Mel, are making their entrance back into the dating scene. Mel went on her first in-person date and ran into some little bumps (do guys ask you to come over on the first date?!), while Janet’s potential guy seems to be forward on the apps but lukewarm on the FaceTime call? Tune in as we recount our latest dates and what we foresee for our dating life for the rest of 2021!...2021-07-0252 min
AsianBossGirlEpisode 120: Catching Up - A Roadtrip, Maid of Honor Duties, and Getting Hitched!The last few weeks have been a whirlwind and we haven't been able to spend much time catching up on our personal lives. Listen in as we share what we have been up to personally, aside from ABG - Janet went on a rejuvinating roadtrip with some close friends, Mel shares her lessons learned from her first time being in a bridal party (and as a Maid of Honor, no less), and Helen gets officially married in the midst of buying and renovating a new home. Where did Janet go and what did she do? Did Mel's bride have a...2021-06-181h 08
AsianBossGirlEpisode 112: A Break-up, A Booty Call, and Still Engaged -- Our Relationship UpdatesToday’s episode is about dating and relationships. We have a lot of episodes about this general topic, but we haven’t given a real proper update about each of our personal situations (or lack of situations) more recently. And we realized that the three of us are actually uniquely positioned to talk about romantic relationships from very different perspectives. We'll be talking about Janet's recent could've-been-the-one relationship, Mel's quarantine flings in 2021, and the biggest thing Helen is working through in her relationship. Tune in for this juicy update!
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AsianBossGirlEpisode 111: A Conversation with Janet’s Ex, feat. Wesley Chan (from Wong Fu Productions)Romantic relationships are one of the most challenging types of relationships to navigate. And while some connections hold strong and end in a beautiful lifetime together, many fizzle out. In episode 85, we each wrote a letter to our exes. It was the first time we got that open and vulnerable with one of our past relationships on this podcast! And so many of you enjoyed hearing our letters, especially the idea that opening old wounds and memories can actually be a healing process, if approached with gratitude in mind.
In this episode, Janet takes it one step...2021-04-161h 13
Jolly Good KangarooIan The Boy Who Always Had to be Right About Everything (Feat. Ian Wright)Featuring the marvelous voice talent of Mr. Ian Wright!
Being right about absolutely, positively everything can be difficult, as our friend Ian discovers when something even he doesn't anticipate occurs...2021-01-2503 min
AsianBossGirlEpisode 98: We Did A Psychic Reading Ft. Spiritual Medium, CarlaHave you ever wondered about the world of energy healing, spiritual mediumship, and psychic powers? We've been curious about this for a while but waiting for the right opportunity - and that happens to be TODAY, ON THIS EPISODE.From questions like "What strengths or weakness does Helen need to be aware of?", "What does Janet need to work on to find that husband?", "When is Mel going to find THE ONE?", to "What does the future hold for ABG?", we get answers from Carla, a Spiritual Medium.Tune in to see what the spirits h...2021-01-151h 28
Jolly Good KangarooThe Homing PigeonIt’s New Year’s Day, and Harold’s very important yearly delivery is suppered by a series of less than fortunate events. Will Harold be able to deliver a grandfather’s message to his granddaughter in time?! WE HAVE TO KNOW!!2020-12-3110 min
Jolly Good KangarooThe Lost PenguinA Christmas Special Appeared!
It's Christmas eve, and Peter the Penguin doesn't have the faintest idea where he is. It's up to Joey, and a special appearance by Mysterious Ant, to help him come to his senses, and find his way back home.2020-12-2307 min
AsianBossGirlEpisode 92: Mel Goes on a Blind Holi-DATE w/ an Actor! feat Hayden SzetoTrying out dog food for the first time on a first date? Guess nothing should surprise us any longer in 2020, hm? Now that the holidays are in full swing, we're bringing you another fun and juicyy holi-date episode! Helen put on her cupid wings again, and this time, she's setting up Mel with an actor, and someone who is equally passionate about the API community, the arts, and *shocker* also doesn't like hiking??? His name is Hayden Szeto, @haydenszeto. You might recognize him from The Edge of Seventeen! Can compatibility prevail for these two? No...2020-12-041h 19
AsianBossGirlEpisode 90: Janet Goes on a Blind Holi-DATE w/ a Younger Guy! feat Jeffrey ChangIs age truly just a number? How important is age when it comes to dating? Can two people who are ten years apart really connect romantically?To spice things up this holiday season, Helen took on the role of Cupid here at ABG! And she is aiming her arrows at the single ladies of this podcast, Janet & Mel! You have all heard their dating woes on the podcast by now, but you've never heard them on an actual BLIND FIRST DATE! This week, Helen took aim and hit Janet and content c...2020-11-201h 05
Jolly Good KangarooThe Tortilla ChandelierThe brightest, fanciest, and TASTIEST decorative ornament in the known universe...introducing the one and only: Tortilla Chandelier!2020-11-1502 min
Jolly Good KangarooThe Opposaurus"An instant classic!" Proclaims the author of this newest story about one of the most curious animals that you're ever likely to meet...2020-10-0503 min
Jolly Good KangarooEmily the CowWhen Emily makes a - some might say - rather strange request to her dad, the sky’s the limit. Actually, even the sky's not the limit, thanks to Emily's lucky, and very magical, nickel…2020-09-0104 min
Jolly Good KangarooSam the Brown Sailboat (Feat. Samantha Brown)Sam the Brown Sailboat LOVES to travel. So it's rather fitting we think that our very special guest for this episode features none other than Travel Guru: Samantha Brown!
Where will Sam the Brown Sailboat and her wonderfully colorful luggage take us to next? Only one way to find out!2020-08-1004 min
Jolly Good KangarooBert the Seal (Feat. Joel Lambert)**Featuring Actor, Presenter and Veteran Navy SEAL Joel Lambert!** Bert is an extra special Seal - he's highly trained, and has a very particular set of skills...particularly when it comes to surprising his friends...2020-07-1504 min
Jolly Good KangarooThe Spider and The Ferris WheelDee Du the Spider has dreams bigger than her little spiderweb - when she sees a giant green circle on the horizon, she just HAS to go on a big adventure!2020-06-2505 min
Jolly Good KangarooSaria the Little MonsterSaria has a little secret: every night right before bedtime, she becomes a little monster!2020-06-0101 min
Jolly Good KangarooBasketballYou may have heard a certain movie golf player tell another golfer to “be the ball”. What happens when someone takes that to a whole new level in the game of Basketball? Time to find out!
Story by Clark Ness www.clarkness.com2020-05-2602 min
AsianBossGirlEpisode 65: South Asians Represent with Drushti GandhiIn continual celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we spend this episode chatting with Drushti Gandhi, an Indian-American ABG. Drushti was born in India and came to the US when she was 5 years old. She currently works as a management consultant for EY (Helen’s old company!) in their Change Management practice. Drushti is also one of Janet's best and closest friends. We talk about her dating experiences, her journey with her career, and share various aspects of her Asian American, specifically, Indian American, upbringing.
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Jolly Good KangarooLightsHere's a little story that's dedicated to every little child who's fascinated by those bright and shiny ornaments that we like to call "lights!"
--YOU CAN READ ALONG BELOW!--
Lights
By Janet Hsieh
Once upon a time there was a boy who loved lights.
He would wake up in the morning, point to the ceiling and say
LIIIIIGHT.
Then, he would take off his pajamas, put on his day of the week shirt,
A pair of...2020-05-0101 min
AsianBossGirlEpisode 60: We Left Our Jobs!We are back with season 6! We've kicked off many seasons before, but this is a significant one for us. This is the first time that the 3 of us no longer hold full-time positions at a company other than AsianBossGirl. Yes, we are ALL recently fun-employed, no longer tied to an employer other than ourselves. In this episode, we share how this came to be, including all the nuanced thoughts, feelings, and external events that lead us to this place. Listen to hear a little more about what is next for Mel, Helen, Janet, and ABG as a whole.
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Jolly Good KangarooChristine Has a Space SuitSuit up - it’s time to go to space! But what’s Christine’s teacher going to think of all this? Not to mention the Robot Dog…wait, did someone say Robot Dog?!
Original story by Clark Ness: www.clarkness.com2020-04-0102 min
Jolly Good KangarooOctopusGeorge and Janet tell a tale as long and squiggly as the tentacles on our story’s hero.
Original story by Clark Ness: www.clarkness.com2020-03-1501 min
Jolly Good KangarooCockroachYou can fly? YOU CAN FLY! Here’s a tale of cockroach that’s perhaps just a little misunderstood by our protagonists, Janet and George. (Also featuring special cameos from Miss Rat and Mysterious Ant…)2020-03-0102 min
Jolly Good KangarooTime Out! (Blooper Reel: Miss Rat and The Pile of Cookies)So here's the thing - we don't make a perfect episode in one take. Here's a little insight into the many many mistakes we make when we tell stories!2020-01-1500 min
Jolly Good KangarooThe Tale of Benjamin BunnyFrom the author that brought you “The Tale of Peter Rabbit”, comes the continuation of the series – picking up right where we left our friend Peter.
This time, it’s cousin Benjamin’s turn to lead the adventure back to Mr. McGregor’s garden…2020-01-0507 min
Jolly Good KangarooMiss Rat and The Pile of CookiesHow many truly epic tales consisting of a Rat, Janet, and a humungous pile of cookies do you know off the top of your head? Well now you have at least one more to add to your list!2020-01-0107 min