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I Feel That Way TooWhat If I'm Not Above Revenge?In a world where harm feels constant and outrage comes easy, what does it mean to seek justice without punishment? What does healing look like when the tools we’ve been given—police, prisons, shame, and exile—feel both unsatisfying and deeply entrenched?In this powerful season finale, Michelle MiJung Kim confronts her own rage after her mother was mugged, and grapples with different approaches to addressing harm. Michelle invites us to wrestle with the hard questions: What actually makes us feel safe? Who gets punished, and who gets protected? And what might become possible if we practi...2025-07-2335 min
Commonwealth Club of California PodcastSan Francisco Pride Third Annual Human Rights Summit (EXPLICIT)On June 26, join us for the third annual Human Rights Summit from San Francisco Pride and The Michelle Meow Show at Commonwealth Club World Affairs.
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“I Feel That Way Too” live podcast taping with activist Michelle Mijung Kim
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-07-1055 minI Feel That Way TooBONUS: Live Recording At San Francisco Human Rights SummitIn this special bonus episode, the mic gets turned: Michelle MiJung Kim—usually the host of I Feel That Way Too—is the one being interviewed. Recorded live at the Human Rights Summit, hosted by San Francisco Pride at the historic Commonwealth Club, this intimate conversation offers a rare glimpse into the making of the podcast and the story behind it.In conversation with longtime LGBTQ advocate and host Michelle Meow, Michelle shares the behind-the-scenes journey of launching I Feel That Way Too, including the emotional process of sunsetting her DEI company, Awaken, and reckoning with...2025-07-0846 minI Feel That Way TooCan We Be Friends If We Disagree Politically?Can our friendships evolve as we evolve?It feels like it’s getting harder and harder to make new friends—and keep old ones—as our values shift and priorities change. In this era of political and cultural polarization, can we actually be friends if we disagree politically? What if we embody our values differently? Where’s the line between judging someone for being different and honoring our own integrity?This episode is an invitation to wrestle with discomfort, stay with the complexity, and consider what it means to make room for all of our humanity...2025-07-0129 minI Feel That Way TooAm I Supposed To Sleep With One Person For The Rest Of My Life?Can you be in a loving, committed relationship and still want… more?Join as Michelle MiJung Kim takes us on a wild ride through her first open relationship experience—complete with thirst traps, identity crisis, communication breakdowns, and more spiraling than she cares to admit. What began as an exploration of freedom quickly turned into a crash course in boundaries, grief, and brutal self-awareness.With guidance from polyamory experts Leanne Yau and Jessica Fern, Michelle unpacks what it means to honor your desires, and being courageous enough to face what surfaces when you do.Wh...2025-06-2433 minI Feel That Way TooWho Am I Without My Job?What happens when your career—your identity, your income, your belonging—suddenly disappears?In this intimate episode, Michelle MiJung Kim opens up about the collapse of her career after she chose to speak out about Palestine. One day she was a sought-after speaker and celebrated DEI leader. The next, her calendar was empty. The applause stopped. The invitations vanished. And she was left asking: Was any of it ever real?Together with somatic coach and author Kelsey Blackwell, Michelle explores the painful unraveling of ambition, the burnout of performance, and the quiet grief of no long...2025-06-1734 minI Feel That Way TooAm I A Bad Daughter?“How do I love my family without sacrificing me?”In this deeply personal episode, Michelle MiJung Kim unpacks the complicated layers of love, sacrifice, guilt, and resentment within immigrant families. From financial support to emotional labor, Michelle reflects on the invisible expectations placed on her, often at the expense of her own desires and needs.Featuring renowned therapist and Brown Girl Therapy founder Sahaj Kaur Kohli, this episode explores how concepts like filial piety, enmeshment, and parentification shape our understanding of love—and the emotional toll of setting boundaries when silence has always been the langua...2025-06-1032 minI Feel That Way TooWas I His Love Or Fetish?Let’s talk about the question that makes everyone squirm: “Why are so many Asian women with white men?”In this raw and nuanced episode, Michelle MiJung Kim sits down with her longtime friend Christine (a Chinese American woman married to a white man) to unpack the tangled web of desire, race, loneliness, and belonging in interracial relationships—specifically those between Asian women and white men. From TikTok comment wars and the infamous "Oxford Study" to lived experiences of love, shame, fetishization, and survival, no stone is left unturned.With radical honesty, Michelle shares her own dati...2025-06-1035 minNew Podcasts - trailers for new and noteworthy showsI Feel That Way Too Society & Culture, Education and Leisure
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I Feel That Way Too explores life’s trickiest questions. Through candid storytelling and insightful conversations with experts and everyday people, each episode unpacks the doubts, fears, and quiet longings that shape our lives. Whether it’s questioning monogamy, navigating political divides, or redefining who you are beyond your job, host Michelle MiJung Kim invites you to feel seen, understood, more empowered, and, ultimately, a little less alone.
© 2025 Michelle MiJung Kim & Asian American Futures 2025-06-1002 minI Feel That Way TooIntroducing: I Feel That Way Too with Michelle MiJung KimI Feel That Way Too is a narrative podcast that explores life’s challenging questions so together we can feel less alone in our struggles and find the courage to take values-aligned actions. Through candid storytelling and insightful conversations with experts and everyday people, each episode unpacks the doubts, fears, and quiet longings that shape our lives. Whether it’s questioning monogamy, navigating political divides, or redefining who we are beyond our jobs, host Michelle MiJung Kim invites you to feel seen, understood, and a little less alone. If you’ve ever thought, “Does anyone else feel this way...2025-05-1202 min
Where We LandSpicy ramyeon and finding your calling with Michelle MiJung KimMichelle MiJung Kim is a powerful voice in social justice, corporate equity, and activism. She is the award winning author of The Wake Up, closing the gap between good intentions and real change. She's also the CEO and Co-founder of Awaken, where she has guided countless Fortune 500 companies, tech giants, and non profits on their path toward real equity and inclusion. She is the host of the new podcast, I Feel That Way Too. In this episode we speak with Michelle about her journey of moving to America as a teenager, finding her passion i...2025-02-0337 min
She+ Geeks Out PodcastAllyship Actions and Learning Along the Way with Karen CatlinIn our latest episode, we welcome Karen Catlin, author and advocate for inclusive workspaces, back to the pod for the first time since 2020. Our discussion covers celebrating ten years of learning through Better Allies, shifts in DEI dynamics post-2020, and the increased backlash against DEI initiatives in current times. We discuss the continued importance and evolution of allyship, with practical strategies for individual and organizational support. Karen also shares personal anecdotes, mistakes, and lessons learned in her journey, while providing resources for those looking to delve deeper into allyship. Please note that we’re taking a hiatus, but...2024-11-2757 min
Voices on the SideDisrupting the Binary with Michelle MiJung KimI am very excited to welcome Michelle back on the podcast. In this conversation, we talk about making room for multiple feelings, self-erasure, and pressure testing our values.
Since her last visit, Michelle went back to our shared motherland of Korea. I loved hearing about how it felt like it was her first time returning home.
We also address the institution-wide repression when it comes to liberating Palestine, the weaponization of feminism, and the need to abandon binary thinking.
Michelle leaves us with the actionable advice to commit to any issue that we fe...2024-05-241h 15
Conversations on ConversationsA Conversation on Activating Equity with T. Tara Turk-HaynesJoin Sarah Noll Wilson and guest T. Tara Turk-Haynes for a deep dive into the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion. T. Tara shares the power of truly integrating DEI practices into an organization's processes and operations for greater impact and measurable results.
About Our Guest
T. Tara Turk-Haynes is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. In her role at Leaf Group, she spearheaded the company's DEI journey, introducing impactful programs and resources for individual and group learning. She expanded global awareness of issues affecting underrepresented communities across the company's digital media and marketplace brands...2024-04-2456 min
Voices on the SideCausing Good Trouble with Michelle MiJung KimMichelle is a speaker, writer, and activist, and the award-winning author of The Wake Up. Michelle makes me so proud to be a fellow Korean American — I am so inspired by her humanity, her integrity, and her ability to so clearly articulate her thoughts on many big issues.
We talk about the clashing of unmetabolized traumas, the interconnectedness of all social justice causes, and the white supremacist lie that we must all be in competition with each other. She talks about the betrayal she felt when she realized that her lifelong fight for proximity to whiteness was le...2024-03-271h 07
Asians Do TherapyMichelle MiJung Kim. Silence and SpeakingIn this conversation, I speak to Michelle MiJung Kim. She is a queer Korean American immigrant woman writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur. She the author of the award winning, The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change.Michelle is the first non-therapist I have on the podcast for some time. I have been inspired by her advocacy and activism, specially so in the last several weeks as it relates to Palestine. We talk about her lived experiences and how they have shaped her relationship to silence and speaking, her h...2023-12-1856 min
BookEDWi2023 Keynote with Michelle Kim: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real ChangeJoin Michelle MiJung Kim, award-winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change, and Hannah Oliver Depp of Loyalty Bookstores for a thought-provoking conversation about how each of us can — and must — be a part of creating a more equitable world. Drawing upon her lived experiences as a queer immigrant woman of color and her work across various industries, Michelle MiJung Kim will share how to move beyond performative allyship to building real solidarity toward social change. Known for her compassionate criticality, Kim’s session is one you won’t want to miss. 2023-11-3054 minBookEDWi2023 Keynote with Michelle Kim: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real ChangeJoin Michelle MiJung Kim, award-winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change, and Hannah Oliver Depp of Loyalty Bookstores for a thought-provoking conversation about how each of us can — and must — be a part of creating a more equitable world. Drawing upon her lived experiences as a queer immigrant woman of color and her work across various industries, Michelle MiJung Kim will share how to move beyond performative allyship to building real solidarity toward social change. Known for her compassionate criticality, Kim’s session is one you won’t want to miss. 2023-11-3054 min
KPFA - APEX ExpressAPEX Express – 11.9.23 | AACRE Thursday with Michelle Mijung KimA weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists.
This week’s episode is an AACRE night, where we’ll be joined by Michelle MiJung Kim, the award-winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change. In this thought-provoking book, Michelle guides us through the transformative journey of awakening to our potential for personal and societal change. AACRE is proud to have Michelle on our bo...2023-11-0959 min
Mindset Unlimited: Tips, Tools, and Inspiration for Women in a Time of ChangeHow to Create Belonging with Amena ChaudhrySend me a text!How to create belonging starts with understanding that most of us don’t know what belonging really is. It’s hard to create something that you haven’t first experienced and there is a difference between intellectually understanding vs experiencing something. What most of us do experience is strong conditioning from a young age around fitting in - to our families, in our school, and, ultimately, in society. This “fitting in” is part of how we are taught to uphold oppressive social systems because creates a faux belonging that activates our need for belonging...2023-11-0854 min
CultureLab with Aga BajerMichelle MiJung Kim - Awakening to Equity and Justice at WorkIn this compelling episode with Michelle MiJung Kim we explore how culture, diversity, inclusion, and equity intersect to create a thriving culture. Michelle's journey, from South Korea to LGBTQ+ activism and award-winning authorship, provides a unique perspective. We talk about valuing marginalized voices, the power of collective action, and the importance of accountability in our quest for equity. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace culture. Tune in and be inspired to drive positive change. To join CultureBrained® go to tinyurl.com/culturebrained To learn more about our...2023-09-2057 min
American Fever DreamSoft Black Woman: Dylan Mulvaney, Jacksonville, & Coco GauffOn this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes activist, speaker, and award winning author of The Wake Up, Michelle MiJung Kim to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday.Co-host: @michellekimkim, Michelle MiJung KimTopics:
Dylan Mulvaney wins “Breakout Creator” at the Streamy Awards.
R. Kelly and Universal must pay over a half a mi...2023-09-011h 13
KPFA - APEX ExpressAPEX Express – 8.31.23 | AACRE Thursday with Michelle Mijung KimA weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists.
This week’s episode is an AACRE night, where we’ll be joined by Michelle MiJung Kim, the award-winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change. In this thought-provoking book, Michelle guides us through the transformative journey of awakening to our potential for personal and societal change. AACRE is proud to have Michelle on our bo...2023-08-3159 min
The Equity GapFrom saviorism to solidarity in the workplace - a conversation with Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi - Changemaker, Speaker, Author & Founder of Accelerate her FutureSit back with a notebook, pen and a cup of tea and listen to the thoughtprovoking, dynamic and awe-inspiring Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi (she/her) talk about workplace saviorism and how we can inspire a paradigm shift in traditional workplace cultures to move beyond trying to fix Black, Indigenous and racialized people to amplifying our talents and standing in solidarity with us. Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi is a changemaker, speaker and author. She is founder of Accelerate Her Future, a leading career accelerator in Canada providing tailored programs by and for Indigenous, Black and racialized women pursuing careers in...2023-08-0850 minThe Equity GapThe truth about working in Diversity, Equity and InclusionCome on an honest exploration with me about the ugly and real truth about working in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. A space often overrun by performative, comfort upholding initiatives, where real solutions based on equity are often overlooked in favour of risk aversion and maintaining the status quo. As with anything you can come to expect with the Equity Gap podcast, we go there and we talk the truth, because without it, we get nowhere. My intention with this episode is to balance out the realities, to help you take off any rose-coloured glasses and see the...2023-07-1129 min
ISS EDUlearn: Ask Me AnythingImportance of Developing a Culturally Responsive & Sustaining Learning Environments w/ JoelIn this episode, Joel Llaban, an Educator, Speaker, & Consultant specializing in culturally responsive learning in international schools, joins us to discuss the importance of developing a Culturally Responsive & Sustaining Learning Environment.
In this incredibly thought-provoking session, we delve into how learning leaders can work with peers to develop transformative actions on curriculum & learning, as well as the importance of understanding your identity and power dynamics in the classroom as educators. Moreover, we discuss how international schools can ensure their learning systems are equitable & accessible for all students & the need for continuous reflection and addressing inequities within international...2023-07-0525 min
The Authority CompanyThe Power of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Award-Winning Author and Activist Michelle MiJung KimIn this episode, Joe Pardavila sits down with Michelle MiJung Kim, a writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur who has been named LinkedIn’s Top Voice in Racial Equity, Fast Company’s Queer 50, and Medium’s Top Writer in Diversity. Michelle is the award-winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change, a book that challenges us to confront our own biases, assumptions, and blind spots and take action to create a more inclusive and equitable world. She is also the co-founder and CEO of Awaken, a company that provides interactive and experiential DEI workshops and co...2023-06-2048 min
Inclusion in ProgressIIP109 Say the Right Thing: Why Inclusive Language Still Matters in the WorkplaceRegardless of where you fall on the political spectrum, activism and DEI work are actually extensions of one another. For us at #TeamIIP, we know that historically excluded or marginalized groups simply *can’t* check their identities at the door when entering a professional workplace. To those we’ve spoken with and worked alongside, DEI is not just about fighting for equal opportunities in the workplace — it's about their lives and their livelihood. But that doesn’t mean that implementing DEI policies (such as inclusive language) at work isn’t without its complicat...2023-05-1237 min
Commonwealth Club of California PodcastSeizing Opportunities to Ascend: An AAPI Heritage Month Special Event"Seizing Opportunities to Ascend" is an event designed to celebrate and empower individuals of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage.This event features keynote speakers Michelle MiJung Kim and Kathy Fang, who have both achieved great success in their respective fields; prominent AAPI journalist and media personality Michelle Meow will moderate the event. They will share their experiences and insights on how to seize opportunities and rise to the top. They will provide practical strategies for personal and professional advancement, kicking off AAPI Heritage Month by focusing on learning, empowerment, celebrating diversity, and allyship.J...2023-05-081h 04
Healthy Brand with Howie ChanEP. 17 How Companies Can Embrace Equity & Inclusion Today & Into The Future with Dr. Félix Manuel ChineaFélix Manuel Chinea, MD is the head of health equity and inclusion strategy at Doximity, an online networking service for medical professionals with over 2 million members. He's also on the board of Startup Health's Health Equity Moonshot Impact Board. Learn more about Félix Chinea, MD:- Twitter- LinkedIn- www.doximity.comTop 3 Lessons:1. The definition of DE&I and health equity2. Value exchange for long-term impact3. The curb cut effect Episode website URL...2023-03-121h 08
Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educatorsEpisode 92: Real Solidarity with Michelle MiJung KimOn this episode, Michelle MiJung Kim discusses her book “The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change.” The author explores and explains the creative decisions behind her writing as well as the ways this book took her on a learning journey.
Michelle MiJung Kim (she/her) is a queer Korean American immigrant woman writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur. She is the award winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change. She is CEO and co-founder of Awaken, where she has consulted hundreds of organizations and leaders from Fortune 500 companies, tech...2022-08-1830 min
Unlocking the ClubUnlocking Unexpected Opportunities with Cassandra KnightWe are all creatures of habit, but what happens when we allow ourselves to get outside of our comfort zone? Cassandra Knight talks about how moving from one coast to another allowed her to take the baby steps that helped her unlock unexpected opportunities. Having an open mindset has helped Cassandra connect with her ancestors, build a professional network, explore new opportunities, and find love. Guided by her friend and mentor she has successfully navigated the work-life balance in her career in the complex litigation world. On the eve of announcing a major new career e...2022-08-171h 25
Naoness: The Power of Connection31: Season 3 Profound Topics that Inspire UsWelcome to Season 3 of Naoness. The more we explore themes of inclusion, belonging, and the human condition, we find ourselves naturally exploring what it means to be free from gender norms. This is just the tip of the iceberg of being inspired by ALOK, an acclaimed gender non-conforming writer/poet, performer, and speaker, who captured our attention with their take on the necessity of bringing compassion into our everyday lives. We also share being inspired by musician Bruce Springsteen and former President, Barack Obama's relatively new podcast Renegades: Born in the USA. Themes discussed include having continued hopes for the...2022-08-1544 min
The Book NookEpisode 7: The Wake UpTim and Claire set off on a journey to become more educated and have read and discussed "The Wake Up: Closing the Gap between Good Intentions and Real Change" by Michelle Mijung Kim. TW - This episode contains topics such as racism, sexism, and white supremacy. Special thanks to our graphic designer @leblebstudio on Instagram and request for work can be found using this link: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/leb_leb_studio_224194/cf_id/62ab813e6ef8d103c06617aa2022-07-271h 20
For the Ultimate Good with Danielle CokeWaking Up to the Real Work of Justice with Michelle MiJung KimThroughout the past few years, many have awakened to the external forces of injustice. But what if the key to making a lasting impact involved waking up to your own capacity to transform? In this conversation with Michelle MiJung Kim (she/her), a longtime activist & author, we discuss the real work of justice and how it involves going beyond just recognizing what's wrong. We tackle Anti-Asian hate, solidarity between Asian and Black communities, and the importance of the collective in the pursuit of justice. We also discuss her four-part framework that frees justice-seekers up to chart their own paths, and...2022-07-2639 min
OneHaasMichelle MiJung Kim, BS 11 - Waking People Up About Racial Equity and Social JusticeToday is another episode in celebration of Pride Month. Our guest, Michelle MiJung Kim (she/her), is a queer immigrant Korean American woman writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur. She is the author of "The Wake Up," where she shares foundational principles often missing in today’s mainstream conversations around “diversity and inclusion” and urges readers to go beyond performative allyship to enacting real transformation within ourselves and in the world. Michelle is also CEO and co-founder of Awaken, a leading provider of interactive equity and inclusion education programs facilitated by majority BIPOC educators, where she has consulted hundred...2022-06-101h 01
Beyond the CouchActivism in the Workplace with Brian Pang & Franklin ShenThis week, Diana chats with Franklin Shen and Brian Pang about the the power of Asian activism in the workplace. Franklin and Brian share their unique journeys from assimilation to reclaiming their Asian identities to uplifting the greater community. Together, they discuss corporate activism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), as well as the importance of challenging the model minority myth through storytelling, empathy and an abundance mindset. They offer lessons on working against perfectionism and sustainable activism.Brian Pang serves on the leadership teams of the Asian Leaders Alliance, Stand with...2022-05-2536 min