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Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 51: Easy Summer Cooking and Hosting Advice with Chef KariI sit down with chef, writer, and podcaster Kari from Food Friends to talk about the art of seasonal home cooking and hosting with ease. Kari shares how she went from cooking Midwest basics to becoming a personal chef in LA for families, producers, and even Barbara Streisand. We get into favorite summer recipes, simple farmer’s market ideas, tips for planning stress-free dinner parties, and building lasting client connections through food. Whether you cook by feel or need a recipe in hand, there’s something here for everyone looking to bring more intention—and flavor—into their home kitchen...2025-07-2333 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 50: 3-Day Solo Wellness Retreat - What I Did, Loved & Would Do DifferentlyIn this episode I talk about why taking a real break—from work, home life, or both—isn’t just a luxury but a wellness essential. From the science-backed benefits of vacationing to the small messy moments we all have (like laundry mishaps), I open up about my own solo mini-retreat experience at a wellness resort near LA. From sound baths and Vinyasa yoga in a dome to one of the best deep tissue massages I’ve ever had (plus a solo dinner date with striped bass and red wine), I share what I did, what I wish I’d done dif...2025-07-1842 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 49: Soft Skills, Strong Impact: Building wildwonder with Rosa LiIn this continuation of my conversation with Rosa Li, founder of gut health tonic brand wildwonder, we get even more personal. She shares how working 100-hour weeks in finance shaped her approach to boundaries, why she believes vulnerability is her greatest asset as a leader, and how she manages energy—not just time—to avoid burnout. Has she ever considered leaving the entrepreneurial world and going back to work for someone else? Her answer might surprise you.
We also talk about dating as a strong woman, what kind of partner she gravitates toward, and how she views the...2025-07-0929 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 48: Gut Instincts & Grit: Building wildwonder with Rosa LiI sit down with Rosa Li, founder and CEO of Wild Wonder, the world’s first sparkling beverage brand to combine both prebiotics and probiotics for gut health—blending ancient Chinese herbal wisdom with modern science.
Rosa shares how her grandmother’s traditional tonic recipes shaped her approach to wellness and inspired the brand’s roots, and how a high-pressure career on Wall Street led her to prioritize sleep, movement, and nourishment. From weathering the Silicon Valley Bank crash to navigating a major distributor’s cyberattack, Rosa gives a real and grounded look into what it actually takes to b...2025-07-0233 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 47: Hot Tea, Heavy Vibes, & Nervous System Tools for a World on FireThis week on Living Well (or Trying To), I bring you a solo episode filled with real talk and regulation tools for when the world feels heavy. From the emotional toll of recent events in LA to the everyday overwhelm of being human, I share what’s been actually helping me calm my nervous system—and what hasn’t (sorry, Rumble Boxing and that miso eggplant bowl from Sweetfin).
Tune in for honest reviews of fitness classes (CycleBar, SolidCore, Club Pilates, YogaSix), the wellness mindset shifts that come with age (shorter workouts > burnout), and sleep tools I swear...2025-06-2529 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 46: Balancing Logic and Fear in Career & Love TransitionsWe explore the powerful symbolism behind your birth chart and what it reveals about navigating fear, logic, and purpose—especially during times of major life transitions.
This episode explores the tension between structure and freedom, creativity and stability, and the unique contradictions that make up you. We talk about how to tell the difference between fear and gut instinct, how to build real self-trust, and why purpose isn’t some final destination—it’s something you create by showing up, scared and all.
If you're rethinking your career, your relationships, or your next move, this conversa...2025-06-1837 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 45: Witchy Wisdom with Celebrity Astrologer Aliza KellyAstrology is everywhere these days—from dating profiles to wellness apps—but what is it really, and why are so many of us drawn to it? In this episode, I’m joined by Aliza Kelly, celebrity astrologer, author, and cosmic consultant, to break it all down in a grounded and accessible way. We talk about the roots of astrology, how it’s evolved in pop culture, and what it can offer us—especially as women navigating identity, healing, and self-discovery.
If you’ve ever felt curious about your birth chart but unsure where to start (or just rolled your...2025-06-1133 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetHappy Tuesday! Small Announcement & Sending You Good VibesHello Living Wellers :p This week's release is a short one. I share a little announcement that instead of my original plan to release every other week during the summer, I'm going to aim to release weekly! That means that this week I am taking a little break from publishing in order to ramp up for the coming weeks.
In the meantime, you can check out the episodes from May or the 40 before that! Oh, also - I have a new email address where you can send me questions (maybe I'll do some Q...2025-06-0404 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 44: Tanning Your Taint & Other Wellness WTFsIn this episode of Living Well (or Trying To) with Janet, we're diving headfirst into the bizarre, bold, and sometimes straight-up bonkers side of wellness. From tanning your perineum to sipping untreated spring water (a.k.a. raw water), the wellness world has taken some wild turns. I’ll break down the most eyebrow-raising trends—like facial cryotherapy, chlorophyll shots, lymphatic drainage with a toilet plunger (yes, really), and even breatharianism—while asking: is this helping us actually live well, or just selling us new forms of anxiety and expense?
As someone who loves wellness, I’m here for...2025-05-2832 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 43: 5 Dating Archetypes: Reimagining Modern Dating with Yue XuLet’s be real—modern dating can feel like a chaotic mess of apps, mixed signals, and awkward coffee chats. In this episode, I sit down with dating coach and podcast host Yue Xu (Dateable podcast) to unpack how building a friendship first might be the most underrated—and powerful—strategy in love. We talk about why so many of us perform on dates, how to tell if you actually like the person or just the date activity, and what it means to connect with someone as a human before labeling it romantic. We also talk about the 5 Dating Archetyp...2025-05-2139 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 42: The 30-Day Relationship Incubator: Reimagining Modern Dating with Yue XuDating in 2025? Whew. It’s a whole thing. From app fatigue to ghosting to unsolicited advice from well-meaning friends—how do you actually date well these days, especially if you're emotionally exhausted but still believe in love? This week on Living Well (or Trying To), I sit down with Yue Xu, LA-based dating expert and co-host of the Dateable podcast, to talk about her personal approach to finding love after heartbreak. We get into everything from “energy work” and Tai Chi grandmas to Yue’s concept of a “30-day relationship incubator” and why intentionality and privacy can radically transform how we date. W...2025-05-1437 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEpisode 41: A Soft Reentry - Catching Up, Resting, and Reimagining the ShowAfter a long-ish pause, I’m back—still living well (or trying to). In this solo episode, I reflect on how life has been after the AsianBossGirl podcast, what rest has looked like lately (spoiler: not just bed-rotting, but also some messy growth), and how I’m redefining wellness for this next chapter. I talk about the challenges of staying creative when you're burnt out, why I resisted "doing nothing," and what listeners can expect from my reimagined show. If you’ve ever struggled with slowing down, shifting gears, or giving yourself permission to pause, this one’s for you.
2025-05-0731 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetLiving Well (or Trying To) with Janet - Podcast RelaunchLiving Well (or trying to) with Janet which will be relaunching in May!
A couple of new things, it will now be on video 😲 tempered expectations though, I’m a 1 WOman team now. And will continue to be a combo of solo and guest conversations - I share more in the 1st episode dropping on May 6 - so be sure to head to Living Well (or trying to) with Janet on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YT at janetdoubleu - that’s Janet the word double and the letter u - follow/subscribe and tune in!
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Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetLiving Well (or Trying To) with Janet - Podcast RelaunchLiving Well (or trying to) with Janet which will be relaunching in May!
A couple of new things, it will now be on video 😲 tempered expectations though, I’m a 1 WOman team now. And will continue to be a combo of solo and guest conversations - I share more in the 1st episode dropping on May 6 - so be sure to head to Living Well (or trying to) with Janet on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YT at janetdoubleu - that’s Janet the word double and the letter u - follow/subscribe and tune in!
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AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Do I have a Hormone Imbalance? Hormone & Gut Health with Dr. Paria VaziriHow do you know if you have a hormone imbalance? What's the one supplement that will likely noticeably improve your mood? Does intermittent fasting affect my hormones? Join me for a conversation with Dr. Paria Vaziri, a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in hormonal health and gut health and came to naturopathic medicine from a personal health experience - in her early 20s, she was struggling with anxiety, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, and gut issues. Tune in as we chat about hormones, gut health, stress and more!Living Well with Janet is moving to...2025-02-0542 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetDo I have a Hormone Imbalance? Hormone & Gut Health with Dr. Paria VaziriHow do you know if you have a hormone imbalance? What's the one supplement that will likely noticeably improve your mood? Does intermittent fasting affect my hormones? Join me for a conversation with Dr. Paria Vaziri, a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in hormonal health and gut health and came to naturopathic medicine from a personal health experience - in her early 20s, she was struggling with anxiety, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, and gut issues. Tune in as we chat about hormones, gut health, stress and more!Be sure to subscribe to the Living...2025-02-0542 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow to Heal from Back-to-Back BreakupsI recently went through a breakup, again. Heartbreak is never easy, and when you're dating with the intention to find your life partner while trying to beat a biological clock, it involves a new level of hurt, grief, and sense of urgency to move on. How do we know when we've healed? How do we approach asking for support from friends and family? How can we focus on hope when all we want to do is be angry and negative? I talk about all of this and more in this episode.Be sure to...2024-12-1842 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Winter Skin, Hair, and Nail Care with Dr. Joyce Park, Dermatologist of @TeamwithMDHow can I keep my skin barrier healthy during cold months? Should I wear sunscreen even when I don’t get sun exposure? What do I do about frizzy hair - thoughts on gummies and supplements? I’ve invited Dr. Joyce Park, otherwise known as Tea with MD (@teawithmd) to answer these questions and more. She is a board-certified dermatologist based in Washington, founder of Skin Refinery, a virtual dermatology clinic, and a skincare and beauty content creator at Tea with MD. She attended college and medical school at Stanford University, and completed her derma...2024-11-2756 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetWinter Skin, Hair, and Nail Care with Dr. Joyce Park, Dermatologist of @TeamwithMDHow can I keep my skin barrier healthy during cold months? Should I wear sunscreen even when I don’t get sun exposure? What do I do about frizzy hair - thoughts on gummies and supplements? I’ve invited Dr. Joyce Park, otherwise known as Tea with MD (@teawithmd) to answer these questions and more. She is a board-certified dermatologist based in Washington, founder of Skin Refinery, a virtual dermatology clinic, and a skincare and beauty content creator at Tea with MD. She attended college and medical school at Stanford University, and completed her derma...2024-11-2755 min
AsianBossGirlJanet’s Dating Again - Advice for Entering Relationships After a BreakupAfter going through a significant breakup, it can be difficult to get back into dating. Opening yourself up to new people and experiences might be intimidating, or you might even find that you have new priorities. But if you’re ready to start dating again, it’s always good to reflect on the positives & negatives of your previous relationship to see what you’d like to look for in the next one. Today, Janet is sharing her personal perspective on this topic, as someone who has started dating again after a pretty big breakup, and opening up about a key re...2024-11-1549 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetReal Life Connections over Digital Noise with Palak DaveOne of the biggest challengers to living in the present moment are digital distractions. The advancement of consumer technology has resulted in a lot of habits and behaviors that are detrimental to our health - negative effects on our brains, our ability to focus, our ideas about ourselves, and the quality of our social skills and relationships which have resulted in a loneliness epidemic.In this episode, I chat with Palak Dave, Founder and CEO of Embiria – a movement and membership community designed to help people slow down and savor life, about this very is...2024-11-0647 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with Janet9 Things I've Learned at 39Birthdays are an interesting time to reflect and evaluate, and honestly, it’s been one of the harder years of my life. It was the perfect storm - a cataclysm of many things being upheaved, in transition, unsettled, or in flux. Moreover, I turned 39 this year. It’s the year before I enter a new decade - pretty much midlife - and when we are at this stage of life, there are a lot of life milestones that we are confronted with. In some ways, my life does not look how I thought it would at 39. And having to face...2024-10-1630 minLiving Well (or Trying To) with JanetBotox for Teeth Grinding? Oral Health Best Practices with @joycethedentistDid you know that botox can be a treatment for teeth grinding? Or that your oral health needs may change during pregnancy? Ever heard of minimally invasive veneers? Curious about teeth whitening best practices? I chat with @joycethedentist about all of this and more.Dr. Joyce Kahng is a cosmetic & restorative dentist and the owner of Orange + Magnolia Dental Studio in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa, CA. She’s been featured on Vogue, Allure, Glamour and is a forbesnext1000. On her various social platforms, Dr. Joyce shares tons of amazing and helpful information on or...2024-09-2552 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Botox for Teeth Grinding? Oral Health Best Practices with @joycethedentistDid you know that botox can be a treatment for teeth grinding? Or that your oral health needs may change during pregnancy? Ever heard of minimally invasive veneers? Curious about teeth whitening best practices? I chat with @joycethedentist about all of this and more.Dr. Joyce Kahng is a cosmetic & restorative dentist and the owner of Orange + Magnolia Dental Studio in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa, CA. She’s been featured on Vogue, Allure, Glamour and is a forbesnext1000. On her various social platforms, Dr. Joyce shares tons of amazing and helpful information on or...2024-09-2552 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow to Transform Your Life with Charles Chen of 888 ProcessIf you've ever felt that you needed to turn your life around, Charles Chen is someone you must know about. He is a yoga teacher, holistic chef, and the creator of 888 Process - a wellness community and collective that promotes transformation as a collective experience. He shares his message about the transformative power of holistic health and wellness on his various social platforms, posting content and stoking conversations around yoga, meditation, mindfulness, nutrition, and so much more. Charles has been featured on huffpost, NBC, ABG, TLC, Dr. Oz Show, Food Network, Netflix,The Discovery Channel, Whole Foods - you...2024-09-0446 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: How to Transform Your Life with Charles Chen of 888 ProcessIf you've ever felt that you needed to turn your life around, Charles Chen is someone you must know about. He is a yoga teacher, holistic chef, and the creator of 888 Process - a wellness community and collective that promotes transformation as a collective experience. He shares his message about the transformative power of holistic health and wellness on his various social platforms, posting content and stoking conversations around yoga, meditation, mindfulness, nutrition, and so much more. Charles has been featured on huffpost, NBC, ABG, TLC, Dr. Oz Show, Food Network, Netflix,The Discovery Channel, Whole Foods - you...2024-09-0446 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetSummer Wellness PracticesFrom nutrition and morning rituals to beauty and fashion, I share my current summer wellness practices. Let me know which of these practices you also do, are interested in trying, or other wellness practices you're currently into!Become an ABG Bestie to get new audio episodes ad-free, monthly “Dear ABG” AMA sessions, discounts on merch, and shout-outs in our episodes. https://abg.supercast.com/ __________________________________________Host: Janet WangEditor: Victoria Cheng__________________________________________P A R T N E R S• BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first m...2024-08-1429 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Summer Wellness PracticesFrom nutrition and morning rituals to beauty and fashion, I share my current summer wellness practices. Let me know which of these practices you also do, are interested in trying, or other wellness practices you're currently into!Become an ABG Bestie to get new audio episodes ad-free, monthly “Dear ABG” AMA sessions, discounts on merch, and shout-outs in our episodes. https://abg.supercast.com/ __________________________________________Host: Janet WangEditor: Victoria Cheng__________________________________________P A R T N E R S• BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first m...2024-08-1429 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetMy Yoga JourneyI’ve spoken often and at length about my love for yoga. In this episode I talk about how I got into yoga, why I love it so much, details about my current practice, and tips for anyone who wants to get into yoga (especially in the LA area). If you enjoyed this episode, leave your favorite yoga pose in the comments!Become an ABG Bestie to get new audio episodes ad-free, monthly “Dear ABG” AMA sessions, discounts on merch, and shout-outs in our episodes. https://abg.supercast.com/ ...2024-07-2434 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: My Yoga JourneyI’ve spoken often and at length about my love for yoga. In this episode I talk about how I got into yoga, why I love it so much, details about my current practice, and tips for anyone who wants to get into yoga (especially in the LA area). If you enjoyed this episode, leave your favorite yoga pose in the comments!Become an ABG Bestie to get new audio episodes ad-free, monthly “Dear ABG” AMA sessions, discounts on merch, and shout-outs in our episodes. https://abg.supercast.com/ ...2024-07-2434 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Midlife Non-Malaise with Mimi of @heymiddleageMiddle age is usually defined as age 40-60. Some say it begins as early as our mid-30s. I am at the beginning of that period - this year I turn 39 and I’m on the precipice of my 4th decade. As I contend with midlife and all it means in relation to my health, my relationships, and my purpose in life - I’ve been referencing how others have navigated this period before me.Mimi is a midlife pro-age motivator who created Hey Middle Age to change how we feel about aging and to c...2024-07-031h 05
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetMidlife Non-Malaise with Mimi of @heymiddleageMiddle age is usually defined as age 40-60. Some say it begins as early as our mid-30s. I am at the beginning of that period - this year I turn 39 and I’m on the precipice of my 4th decade. As I contend with midlife and all it means in relation to my health, my relationships, and my purpose in life - I’ve been referencing how others have navigated this period before me.Mimi is a midlife pro-age motivator who created Hey Middle Age to change how we feel about aging and to c...2024-07-031h 05
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Am I a Highly Sensitive Person?I’ve been feeling really sensitive lately and got curious about this quality. I went down a rabbit hole of research, and it turns out that there is such a thing as highly sensitive people, or HSPs. In this episode, I talk about examples of sensitivity, explore a framework from psychologist Elaine Aron, and share ways I manage sensitivity. And yes, there is a test you can take to gauge whether you are a highly sensitive person and I share my results in the episode. Whether you’ve recently experienced a significant life event(s) that warrants sensitivity, or you’...2024-06-1228 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetAm I a Highly Sensitive Person?I’ve been feeling really sensitive lately and got curious about this quality. I went down a rabbit hole of research, and it turns out that there is such a thing as highly sensitive people, or HSPs. In this episode, I talk about examples of sensitivity, explore a framework from psychologist Elaine Aron, and share ways I manage sensitivity. And yes, there is a test you can take to gauge whether you are a highly sensitive person and I share my results in the episode. Whether you’ve recently experienced a significant life event(s) that warrants sensitivity, or you’...2024-06-1228 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Food Therapy and Nutrition with Chinese Medicine Food Therapist, Zoey Gong RDI am a big believer that food is medicine. Growing up in a Chinese household, my mother often told me (and still tells me) to eat certain foods based on Eastern philosophies of health. Once I went to college, I was more exposed to Western ways of thinking about healthy eating, which sometimes conflicted with what I was taught growing up. Through the years, I’ve experimented with vegetarian and vegan diets and now practice a pescetarian/Mediterranean way of eating - which I have found is the most accommodating for Western ideals of health while still being able to...2024-05-2243 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetFood Therapy and Nutrition with Chinese Medicine Food Therapist, Zoey Gong RDI am a big believer that food is medicine. Growing up in a Chinese household, my mother often told me (and still tells me) to eat certain foods based on Eastern philosophies of health. Once I went to college, I was more exposed to Western ways of thinking about healthy eating, which sometimes conflicted with what I was taught growing up. Through the years, I’ve experimented with vegetarian and vegan diets and now practice a pescetarian/Mediterranean way of eating - which I have found is the most accommodating for Western ideals of health while still being able to...2024-05-2243 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Purposeful Living with Essentialist, Sung YooI really love minimal living. Whether it’s from moving around and traveling a lot in my adult years sampling life in different cities, a desire to leave less of a negative footprint on the planet, a real resonance with the Marie Condo mindset, or a combination of all of the above - the less stuff, the better, and the more minimal and efficient the design, the more I’m drawn to it. That’s why I was so impressed when I saw Sung Yoo’s interview on CNBC about her essentialist approach to life. Sung is a designer and entr...2024-05-0151 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetPurposeful Living with Essentialist, Sung YooI really love minimal living. Whether it’s from moving around and traveling a lot in my adult years sampling life in different cities, a desire to leave less of a negative footprint on the planet, a real resonance with the Marie Condo mindset, or a combination of all of the above - the less stuff, the better, and the more minimal and efficient the design, the more I’m drawn to it. That’s why I was so impressed when I saw Sung Yoo’s interview on CNBC about her essentialist approach to life. Sung is a designer and entr...2024-05-0151 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Turns Out that Play Is a Mindset, Not an ActivityIn a previous episode, I talked about the importance of play and how I have been trying to incorporate more of it into my life. *Spoiler alert* In that episode (In My Play Era, I Took a Heels Class) I talked about how scheduling a playful activity like a dance class actually wasn’t the best way to get into a state of play. In this episode I share a moment when I unexpectedly, and without planning, found myself in a state of play. How and doing what? You’ll have to listen to find out :)Speaking of p...2024-04-1020 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetTurns Out that Play Is a Mindset, Not an ActivityIn a previous episode, I talked about the importance of play and how I have been trying to incorporate more of it into my life. *Spoiler alert* In that episode (In My Play Era, I Took a Heels Class) I talked about how scheduling a playful activity like a dance class actually wasn’t the best way to get into a state of play. In this episode I share a moment when I unexpectedly, and without planning, found myself in a state of play. How and doing what? You’ll have to listen to find out :)Speaking of p...2024-04-1020 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 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Breakups & Brain Health with Alexis Fernandez of Do You F*cking Mind?In this episode, I chat with Alexis Fernandez, the host of Do You F*cking Mind, a podcast that uses brain health and neuroscience as a jumping board to teach listeners how to improve their self-perception and view of the world through physical and mental alignment. We talk about how breakups can be a catalyst for big positive life changes, managing anxiety and burnout, a lot of tips around sleep hygiene, how nutrition can impact mental health, understanding overthinking, social relationships, and more. You won't want to miss this one!Do You F*cking Mind is neuroscience...2024-03-2038 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetBreakups & Brain Health with Alexis Fernandez of Do You F*cking Mind?In this episode, I chat with Alexis Fernandez, the host of Do You F*cking Mind, a podcast that uses brain health and neuroscience as a jumping board to teach listeners how to improve their self-perception and view of the world through physical and mental alignment. We talk about how breakups can be a catalyst for big positive life changes, managing anxiety and burnout, a lot of tips around sleep hygiene, how nutrition can impact mental health, understanding overthinking, social relationships, and more. You won't want to miss this one!Do You F*cking Mind is neuroscience...2024-03-2038 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow Many People Should You Date at One Time? And More Tips from Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy ChaoHow many people should you date at one time? What’s the best way to ask someone about their past relationships? Listen in on my conversation with Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy Chao to find out! We also talk about having accountability partners when you’re dating, cultural differences in interracial relationships, and why someone should consider using a matchmaker. If you haven’t already, check out the first part of our convo Living Well with Janet: Dating Tips with Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy ChaoCassindy Chao is a matchmaker who comes from a family of Matchmakers. She is a former...2024-02-2836 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: How Many People Should You Date at One Time? And More Tips from Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy ChaoHow many people should you date at one time? What’s the best way to ask someone about their past relationships? Listen in on my conversation with Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy Chao to find out! We also talk about having accountability partners when you’re dating, cultural differences in interracial relationships, and why someone should consider using a matchmaker. If you haven’t already, check out the first part of our convo Living Well with Janet: Dating Tips with Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy ChaoCassindy Chao is a matchmaker who comes from a family of Matchmakers. She is a former...2024-02-2836 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetDating Tips with Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy ChaoOn a recent episode of ABG, I shared that I had a conversation with a matchmaker who offered me the tip to practice flirting more in 2024. Given we are about a week away from Valentine’s day, I’ve invited her to the pod for an extensive chat about dating. We talk about what makes two people compatible, common hang-ups that I (and probably other Asian American people) struggle with in dating, managing shifting gender role expectations, romancing versus womanizing, how a man’s relationship with his mother can impact his relationship with you and how to manage boundaries from b...2024-02-0735 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Dating Tips with Elite Matchmaker, Cassindy ChaoOn a recent episode of ABG, I shared that I had a conversation with a matchmaker who offered me the tip to practice flirting more in 2024. Given we are about a week away from Valentine’s day, I’ve invited her to the pod for an extensive chat about dating. We talk about what makes two people compatible, common hang-ups that I (and probably other Asian American people) struggle with in dating, managing shifting gender role expectations, romancing versus womanizing, how a man’s relationship with his mother can impact his relationship with you and how to manage boundaries from b...2024-02-0735 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetIn My Play Era, I Took a Heels ClassPlay is the act of doing something purely for enjoyment. More often than not, we prioritize the practical. Our adult lives are filled with responsibilities to people at work, to our partners, to kids, parents, extended family, etc. And when it comes to ourselves, there is no shortage of tasks, activities, and engagements that we stack onto our to-do lists for personal and professional development. But play, the act of doing something purely for enjoyment, is so beneficial - essential even - to a well-lived life. This year, I'm on a mission to play more. In this episode, I...2024-01-1721 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: In My Play Era, I Took a Heels ClassPlay is the act of doing something purely for enjoyment. More often than not, we prioritize the practical. Our adult lives are filled with responsibilities to people at work, to our partners, to kids, parents, extended family, etc. And when it comes to ourselves, there is no shortage of tasks, activities, and engagements that we stack onto our to-do lists for personal and professional development. But play, the act of doing something purely for enjoyment, is so beneficial - essential even - to a well-lived life. This year, I'm on a mission to play more. In this episode, I...2024-01-1721 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetBye 2023! Healthy Habits - from Dental and Sleep to Stalking my Ex on Social MediaIt's the last episode of 2023! In celebration of making it through one full year of continuous episodes, I'm answering some questions from listeners who submitted to my callout on @janetdoubleu (thank you!). How do I get back on track when I fall off of a healthy habit? What do I emphasize in my dental health? How do I calm myself before sleep? Do I stalk my ex on social media? I talk about all of these things and more. If you're excited about making it to the end of 2023, leave a 🥳 in the comments!I'm...2023-12-2721 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Bye 2023! Healthy Habits - from Dental and Sleep to Stalking my Ex on Social MediaIt's the last episode of 2023! In celebration of making it through one full year of continuous episodes, I'm answering some questions from listeners who submitted to my callout on @janetdoubleu (thank you!). How do I get back on track when I fall off of a healthy habit? What do I emphasize in my dental health? How do I calm myself before sleep? Do I stalk my ex on social media? I talk about all of these things and more. If you're excited about making it to the end of 2023, leave a 🥳 in the comments!I'm...2023-12-2722 minAsianBossGirlHow 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
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetThe Thing with Grief Is…When a loss happens (a death, a job, a breakup, whatever) some people experience emotions right away. For me, I usually cry a bit but then soldier on and attend to the To Dos. Only when things calm down do the feelings come. So when I went through a pretty big breakup back in August, while I cried when it initially happened, I became focused on the logistics of moving out, finding a new living situation, and taking care of my car incident (check out Living Well with Janet: How to Keep a Positive Mindset When Everything Feels Like...2023-12-0617 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: The Thing with Grief Is…When a loss happens (a death, a job, a breakup, whatever) some people experience emotions right away. For me, I usually cry a bit but then soldier on and attend to the To Dos. Only when things calm down do the feelings come. So when I went through a pretty big breakup back in August, while I cried when it initially happened, I became focused on the logistics of moving out, finding a new living situation, and taking care of my car incident (check out Living Well with Janet: How to Keep a Positive Mindset When Everything Feels Like...2023-12-0617 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEMDR, Trauma, and Mental Wellbeing with Dr. Monica BandWhat is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and who can benefit from it? Is trauma limited to single-event experiences? How does Gen Z approach mental health versus previous generations? To help me answer these questions is Dr. Monica Band, an award-winning practicing mental health therapist and educator, specializing in providing trauma-informed care for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), with an emphasis on Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and LGBTQIA+ communities. She is also the host of a new podcast called I Need to Ask You Something from Lemonada Media and the Jed Foundation, a timely s...2023-11-1540 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: EMDR, Trauma, and Mental Wellbeing with Dr. Monica BandWhat is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and who can benefit from it? Is trauma limited to single-event experiences? How does Gen Z approach mental health versus previous generations? To help me answer these questions is Dr. Monica Band, an award-winning practicing mental health therapist and educator, specializing in providing trauma-informed care for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), with an emphasis on Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and LGBTQIA+ communities. She is also the host of a new podcast called I Need to Ask You Something from Lemonada Media and the Jed Foundation, a timely s...2023-11-1540 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow To Be Alone Without Being LonelyJust because you’re alone, doesn’t mean you have to be lonely. Listen in as I share my thoughts on loneliness and how I've been living my life so that I can be alone without being lonely. Leave a 👉🏽👈🏽 in the comments if you enjoyed this episode! I'm also curious if you have tips for combatting loneliness - leave 'em in the comments so we can all get ideas :DAlso, let me know what other subjects you're interested in hearing about - living well is such a broad topic and I'm always looking for new...2023-10-2522 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: How To Be Alone Without Being LonelyJust because you’re alone, doesn’t mean you have to be lonely. Listen in as I share my thoughts on loneliness and how I've been living my life so that I can be alone without being lonely. Leave a 👉🏽👈🏽 in the comments if you enjoyed this episode! I'm also curious if you have tips for combatting loneliness - leave 'em in the comments so we can all get ideas :DAlso, let me know what other subjects you're interested in hearing about - living well is such a broad topic and I'm always looking for new...2023-10-2522 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 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow to Keep a Positive Mindset When Everything Feels Like it’s Going to 💩Have you ever experienced a situation that seemed catastrophic in the moment, like when you think back to it as a memory, you feel it in your body - whether it was wide-eyed panic, stomach sinking disbelief, or rising anger fuming through your nose and exiting your mouth in expletives? In this episode, I share how I discovered that my car was stolen, the surprisingly calm reaction I had, and how I was able to achieve this mindset. I also share some thoughts on The Tale of Two Wolves. If you enjoy this episode, share a 🐺 in the comments!2023-10-0421 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: How to Keep a Positive Mindset When Everything Feels Like it’s Going to 💩Have you ever experienced a situation that seemed catastrophic in the moment, like when you think back to it as a memory, you feel it in your body - whether it was wide-eyed panic, stomach sinking disbelief, or rising anger fuming through your nose and exiting your mouth in expletives? In this episode, I share how I discovered that my car was stolen, the surprisingly calm reaction I had, and how I was able to achieve this mindset. I also share some thoughts on The Tale of Two Wolves. If you enjoy this episode, share a 🐺 in the comments!2023-10-0421 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetMy Healing Girl Summer Hits'Healing girl summer' is the concept of taking a season to focus on tending to yourself, for yourself. It’s all about taking both the time and the space to prioritize your relationship with yourself over anyone else - to introspect, reflect, care for, inspire, and learn how to love yourself before you can love anyone else. In this episode, I share how I relate to this concept in my life right now and a handful of specific 'healing girl summer' practices that I’m doing. Which one do you plan to try? Or what's something else you're doing to he...2023-09-1328 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: My Healing Girl Summer Hits'Healing girl summer' is the concept of taking a season to focus on tending to yourself, for yourself. It’s all about taking both the time and the space to prioritize your relationship with yourself over anyone else - to introspect, reflect, care for, inspire, and learn how to love yourself before you can love anyone else. In this episode, I share how I relate to this concept in my life right now and a handful of specific 'healing girl summer' practices that I’m doing. Which one do you plan to try? Or what's something else you're doing to he...2023-09-1328 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetStress, Burnout, Imposter Syndrome, and More - Wellness Tools 101 with Neelu KaurOn today’s episode, I talk about different tools for achieving and maintaining wellness. Many of us have probably heard of talk therapy, but what about hypnotherapy? And we all probably know that Yoga is a great tool for living well, but what about Ayurveda? To help us dig deeper into these topics, I invited Neelu Kaur to the pod - she is a Certified NLP (NeuroLinguistic Programming) coach, certified Yoga Instructor, Ayurveda Specialist, and trained Ericksonian Hypnotherapist. Neelu focuses on bringing mindfulness and stress management practices to both individuals as well as organizations and many of her clients ar...2023-08-2330 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Stress, Burnout, Imposter Syndrome, and More - Wellness Tools 101 with Neelu KaurOn today’s episode, I talk about different tools for achieving and maintaining wellness. Many of us have probably heard of talk therapy, but what about hypnotherapy? And we all probably know that Yoga is a great tool for living well, but what about Ayurveda? To help us dig deeper into these topics, I invited Neelu Kaur to the pod - she is a Certified NLP (NeuroLinguistic Programming) coach, certified Yoga Instructor, Ayurveda Specialist, and trained Ericksonian Hypnotherapist. Neelu focuses on bringing mindfulness and stress management practices to both individuals as well as organizations and many of her clients ar...2023-08-2330 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 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: I’m an Introvert and I have to host a social event - Help! 🎉😳🎉It’s been a pretty big year for me for a number of reasons, but an even bigger year for a few of my loved ones. As someone who is fairly introverted and generally shies away from hosting events and celebrations, I’ve had to step into my discomfort a couple of times this year. In this episode, I share how I hosted three major social events as someone who isn't the hosting type - my partner's birthday, a best friend's bachelorette, and my dad's retirement party. If you're also an introvert and/or not the hosting type, I hope...2023-08-0218 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetI’m an Introvert and I have to host a social event - Help! 🎉😳🎉It’s been a pretty big year for me for a number of reasons, but an even bigger year for a few of my loved ones. As someone who is fairly introverted and generally shies away from hosting events and celebrations, I’ve had to step into my discomfort a couple of times this year. In this episode, I share how I hosted three major social events as someone who isn't the hosting type - my partner's birthday, a best friend's bachelorette, and my dad's retirement party. If you're also an introvert and/or not the hosting type, I hope...2023-08-0218 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Cycle Syncing & TCM with Lulu Ge of Elix Healing 🩸When Lulu Ge went off birth control, she started experiencing intense health struggles. After an extensive journey, she finally found something that worked when she reconnected with her culture's practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She then created Elix Healing - a treatment for menstrual pain that uses Chinese medicine wisdom and modern medicine approaches. What is TCM's take on cycle syncing? When is the best time to schedule a first date during your menstrual cycle? Listen in to find out! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a 🩸 in the comments!The Elix Guide to Cycl...2023-07-1235 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetCycle Syncing & TCM with Lulu Ge of Elix Healing 🩸When Lulu Ge went off birth control, she started experiencing intense health struggles. After an extensive journey, she finally found something that worked when she reconnected with her culture's practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She then created Elix Healing - a treatment for menstrual pain that uses Chinese medicine wisdom and modern medicine approaches. What is TCM's take on cycle syncing? When is the best time to schedule a first date during your menstrual cycle? Listen in to find out! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a 🩸 in the comments!The Elix Guide to Cycl...2023-07-1235 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow I Prepared My Body for Egg FreezingJune is Infertility Awareness Month. Around this time last year, I was just beginning my egg-freezing journey. How did I prepare for the experience? Did I take supplements? How did I exercise? Who was my support system? In this episode, I offer a high-level checklist of the key ways that I prepared myself for this significant endeavor. If you're interested in my full story with extensive details, check out: Ep 183: Janet’s Egg Freezing Journey - Giving Yourself Time to Start a Family and Ep 208: Checking In with Janet 6 Months Post-Egg Retrieval on the main AsianBossGirl show.__________________________________________...2023-06-2119 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: How I Prepared My Body for Egg FreezingJune is Infertility Awareness Month. Around this time last year, I was just beginning my egg-freezing journey. How did I prepare for the experience? Did I take supplements? How did I exercise? Who was my support system? In this episode, I offer a high-level checklist of the key ways that I prepared myself for this significant endeavor. If you're interested in my full story with extensive details, check out: Ep 183: Janet’s Egg Freezing Journey - Giving Yourself Time to Start a Family and Ep 208: Checking In with Janet 6 Months Post-Egg Retrieval on the main AsianBossGirl show.__________________________________________...2023-06-2119 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 00
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetHow I Find SPACE in My Life - My Meditation JourneyThis episode is not about trying to convince anyone to meditate, if they aren’t somewhat interested already. I think most people I’ve spoken to don’t need to be sold on meditation and would like to start meditating, but the common hang-ups I hear are: "How do you meditate? Like what is going on when your eyes are closed? What am I supposed to be doing?" and "I've tried meditating before - I've downloaded apps, watched videos, or attended a short session - but I always fall off the habit. How do I develop a meditation practice or rit...2023-05-3121 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: How I find SPACE in my life - My Meditation JourneyThis episode is not about trying to convince anyone to meditate, if they aren’t somewhat interested already. I think most people I’ve spoken to don’t need to be sold on meditation and would like to start meditating, but the common hang-ups I hear are: "How do you meditate? Like what is going on when your eyes are closed? What am I supposed to be doing?" and "I've tried meditating before - I've downloaded apps, watched videos, or attended a short session - but I always fall off the habit. How do I develop a meditation practice or rit...2023-05-3121 min
AsianBossGirlLiving Well with Janet: Poop Problems - How to Have Better 💩💩💩Whether it's a struggle to hold in or a struggle to push out, there are few things in life as uncomfortable as abnormal poops. On my recent travels abroad to Japan, I faced this very special kind of discomfort >< >__________________________________________Host: Janet WangEditor: Victoria Cheng__________________________________________C O N N E C T W I T H U S• Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook• Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here• Shouto...2023-05-1018 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetPoop Problems - How to Have Better 💩💩💩Whether it's a struggle to hold in or a struggle to push out, there are few things in life as uncomfortable as abnormal poops. On my recent travels abroad to Japan, I faced this very special kind of discomfort >< >__________________________________________Host: Janet WangEditor: Victoria Cheng__________________________________________C O N N E C T W I T H U S• Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook• Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here• Shouto...2023-05-1018 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 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetGood News About Climate Change Around the WorldWe’re killing the environment, we’re not recycling enough, stop driving your cars, why aren’t you composting?! The world is ending! It seems like every news article, publication, title, and post nowadays is about how the world is getting worse. Yes, humanity is at a pretty critical point in history - things have been, and continue to be, dire. But we don’t hear enough about the improvements, the powerful initiatives, and the amazing milestones to give us hope to continue putting effort toward turning around what can feel like an enormous train speeding toward a cliff’s edge.2023-04-1921 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetWhat is the Formula for Happiness?It is probably one of the most elusive things pursued by humankind. When people ask: “what do you hope to achieve in life?” “what is your ultimate goal?” or “what is the meaning of life?” – you’ll often hear the answer: I just want to be happy. But what does that really mean? Is it a state of being? Is it the same for everyone? Is it even achievable? March 20th is the UN International Day of Happiness. The purpose of this holiday is to make people around the world realize the importance of happiness within their lives. In honor of this mi...2023-03-2914 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetEarly Bird, Night Owl, or...Dolphin? What's Your Sleep Chronotype?You've heard of early birds and night owls, but what about bears, wolves, lions, and dolphins? According to sleep specialist and clinical psychologist Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., there are four unique sleep chronotypes, each with different characteristics and ideal sleep and wake times. In this episode, I share some of my personal struggles with sleep, what I found when I researched sleep types, and tips on how to adjust your sleep and wake times. Take the sleep chronotype quiz at thesleepdoctor.com/sleep-quizzes/chronotype-quiz and let me know your results in the comments!__________________________________________Host...2023-03-0820 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
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetWhen You Meet Your Person After 35I believe that Wellness is holistic. Beyond food, sleep, and exercise, it’s also about the relationships in our lives, and key among these relationships is the one we have with our life partner. At 37 and 44, my current partner and I are just beginning our journey together about a decade past the average person in the US. So what does that mean for us? How do we go about committing to and reaching such significant life milestones together when we’ve known each other for less time than one season of the Bachelor? In honor of Valentine's Day, I want...2023-02-1516 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetSober-Curious? Go ‘Damp’ not ‘Dry’Given the aftermath of the last few years, I’d say that many of us have Dry Jan sitting pretty high up on our new year’s resolutions lists. But WAIT - before you empty those glasses COMPLETELY, I want to share an alternative approach to Dry Jan. Not to be discouraging, but research shows that ⅓ of people who attempt Dry Jan fail to make it the whole month. Instead of going ‘Dry’ this year - there is a new movement called going ‘Damp'. Listen to this episode to find out what it means to be 'Damp' and how to be it.2023-01-2417 min
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
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
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetSexual Healing - How Sex & Masturbation are Good for Your HealthSome healthy habits are harder to adopt than others - eating your veggies, exercising regularly, maintaining a consistent sleep routine - these may all take some convincing and effort. But what if I told you that some pleasurable activities, like having sex regularly, is also critical to your health?Here with me to talk about sex for health is Anna Lee, Cofounder of Lioness, the women-led sexual health startup that built the world's first and only smart vibrator and app that lets you see & improve your orgasms. Are you curious about how long the average female masturbation...2022-11-1631 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetI Had an Energy Healing Session and Here’s What HappenedHave you ever heard of “energy healing”, “Reiki”, or phrases like “balancing your chakras”? As someone who started my interest in wellness rooted more in traditional Western concepts of nutrition and health, energy healing is something I might have rolled my eyes at a decade ago. But since that time, I have been more curious about this modality of wellness, of healing. If you’re in the same boat as me – curious about this modality, but a little skeptical – listen to this episode where I share about my first energy healing experience (live audio from the session included!). Have you ever had an ene...2022-10-2620 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetThat Time I Went to Chinese Medicine SchoolThose of you who have listened to some of our earlier episodes at ABG know that I have switched careers many times. I started out at one of the Big 4s working in global transfer pricing, then in social enterprise, before switching to strategy in advertising, and finally landing in UX design before going full time on ABG. However, between my stint in Advertising and my time in UX design, I actually spent about half a year in Chinese Medicine School. If you’re curious about how and why I did this, what the experience was like, and what I...2022-10-0523 min
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetI’m a Vegetarian and All My Friends are CarnivoresPlant-based or plant-forward eating has been lauded as a healthy lifestyle habit for years now.If you’re a meat-eater who is plant curious, this episode is for you! What exactly is a plant-based/forward way of eating? How do you start the transition? Where do you get your protein? How do you feel full?I’m also here to share how a plant-based diet has affected my lifestyle: How do I eat out with non-plant-based/forward company? What about dates? Or my family (i.e. why might my Asian parents be resistant to this eati...2022-09-1420 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
Living Well (or Trying To) with JanetWhat Does it Mean to Live Well?Hi, it’s Janet! Most of you know that I’m an avid yogi, meditator, plant-based eater and all-around wellness enthusiast. As a 2nd generation Asian American woman, I often find myself experimenting with Western health trends against the context of the Eastern philosophies I was raised with. I’ve shared parts of my wellness journey in various ABG episodes, but there are pieces I have yet to reveal. Listen to this episode for a thorough recount of my journey to wellness (so far). I explore what it means to live well and talk about periods in my life when I...2022-08-2427 min
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
ABG - AsianBossGirlEpisode 40: Single and Ready to… Marry?Ah.. the ever continuous discussion of dating (or, lack thereof). For anyone else in their post-collegiate, 30s+ stage in life, this one’s for you! We talk about the sweet spot between our 20s and 30s, where we’re no longer in a low-stakes college relationship, we’ve already been on plentyyy of dates to know the qualities we look for in a significant other, and we feel like we're SUPPOSED to be in a steady relationship building towards a family -- but 2 out of 3 of us, are not. Mel and Janet share their recent date experiences, how to maturely and re...2019-06-2856 min
ABG - AsianBossGirlEpisode 34: Reflections & ResolutionsIt’s been such an amazing journey of shared stories and building a small ABG/ABB community with y’all. As we near the end of the first month of 2019, we reflect on our 2018 conclusions, touch upon our 2019 resolutions, and cringe/celebrate how we’ve been tracking on those #goals/#aims/#focuses to date. Join us as we talk about our intentions for the rest of the year: our shift in focus towards mental health, being more open to romance, a dry Janet, continuing to support other Asian women in the areas they excel at, becoming a better friend, and plans...2019-02-0145 min
ABG - AsianBossGirlEpisode 30: Pursuit of YappinessWhat is a "Yappie"? Some would say it's the epitome of the model minority myth. Others would argue there's nothing wrong with it. In today's episode, we'll explore the definition and effects of a "yappie" life with a special guest who has created an entire mini-series around this concept. His name is Philip Wang. He is a writer, director, actor, and he has been running a lil ol’ YouTube channel called Wong Fu Productions, even before the beginning of YouTube! For someone who stumbled deep into ‘the industry’ through his work, Philip has since voluntarily used his platform to push the As...2018-12-2148 min
ABG - AsianBossGirlEpisode 27: Thankful, Now!Happy Thanksgiving from the AsianBossGirl team!
It’s been over a year now since we’ve started this podcast journey, and we fully recognize that we would not be here without the incredible talents and support of our team (Philip Wang, Kihong Lee, Eric Wang, and Michelle Hsieh!). We also know we wouldn’t be 3 seasons in without all of the gracious love and support from all of YOU! Now more than ever, we see the importance of sharing stories, relating, and growing together in a unified, supportive way. Thank you from the bottom of our soon to be very full b...2018-11-2329 min
ABG - AsianBossGirlEpisode 15: Time to Get Skin-timateFor us three ladies, the strongest transition for self-care, particularly related to hair and skincare, happened between our 20s and 30s. From a bar of soap, to drug store products, to multiple steps in our nightly skin care regimen, we've become less reactive (ah, acne!) and more preventive (stay away, ac-NAY!) But apparently, we're still not doing enough!! Join us, as we highlight our beauty battles, discuss what's 'in' right now with skincare, and how to hold a tear back from a bad dye job. We know, you’ve been there too ;)
Also, apologies in advanced! Janet's mic had some issue...2018-03-2330 min
ABG - AsianBossGirlEpisode 14: What's Yo Zodiac Sign?! (What?!)Zodiac signs - accurate or too "woo woo" for you? What is your sign and do you think the profile is accurate? Get to know us better as we identify each of our signs and discuss the associated characteristics. Are you a dreamer Pisces like Mel? People person Sagittarius like Helen? Or an analytical Virgo like Janet? We also define and compare our Chinese zodiac animals. Do the eastern and western definitions match or clash? Listen in to learn a little about horoscopes and Chinese zodiac signs, and a whole lot about us! Image credit: Dilok Lak2018-03-1633 min