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Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 7: Love Across Lines: The Real Talk on Interracial RelationshipsIn this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by my husband Jake as we open up about our journey as an interracial couple. From cultural misunderstandings to unexpected moments of connection, we reflect on what it's been like to come from different worlds — and grow one together. We talk about the challenges, the humor, the learning, and the love that comes with blending backgrounds, values, and family expectations. Whether you're in an interracial relationship yourself or just curious about what it’s like, this honest conversation is for you. 💬❤️🌏
2025-05-3050 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 6: Healing in TranslationIn this powerful AAPI Month episode, we dive into the often-unspoken complexities of mental health in Asian American communities. Healing In Translation explores the unique challenges faced by individuals navigating cultural stigma, generational trauma, and the pressure of the "model minority" myth—all while trying to access healing in a system that often doesn’t speak their language, literally and figuratively. Featuring personal stories, clinical insights, and some humor to break the ice because that's how I cope - I'm sure some can relate! This episode is a call to honor both silence and survival, and to reimagine what cult...
2025-05-0941 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 6: Beyond the Bikini In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my experience competing in NPC bodybuilding—from the grit and discipline to the complex relationship between body image, identity, and mental health. What started as a personal goal quickly became a deeper exploration of self-worth, validation, and the pressure to maintain a physique that’s often admired but rarely sustainable.Join me as I reflect on the highs, the burnout, the transformation (inside and out), and the lessons I carry with me now. Whether you’ve competed, thought about it, or just want an honest convo about body ima...
2025-04-1156 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 5: 28 Things I've Learned by 28In this episode, I’m reflecting on the valuable lessons I’ve picked up throughout my 28 years of life. From personal growth to relationships, career, and everything in between, these 28 insights have shaped who I am today. Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or beyond, I hope my experiences and takeaways resonate with you!Join me as I dive into everything from the importance of self-care, to handling failure, to embracing change and growth. I’ll be sharing what I wish I had known sooner and the lessons that have had the biggest impact on my journey...
2025-04-0442 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 4: Who We Were, Who We've BecomeIn this episode, I sit down with my lifelong best friend, Angela, to share our unique journey of maintaining a deep, meaningful friendship despite all the ups and downs life has thrown our way. From navigating personal successes to overcoming challenges, we open up about the key factors that have helped us stay connected and supportive through thick and thin. Whether you're in a long-term friendship or just looking to strengthen your bond with loved ones, our conversation offers valuable insights and advice on how to nurture lasting relationships. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on trust, loyalty, growth...
2025-03-2846 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 3: Culture ClashIn this powerful episode, I dive deep into my personal journey navigating the complexities of identity as an Asian American child in predominantly white spaces. From childhood experiences of bullying to confronting the internal struggles of feeling torn between two worlds, I explore the emotional toll of trying to fit in while staying true to my cultural heritage. Through candid storytelling, I reflect on the challenges of overcoming identity crises and how I found strength in embracing both my Asian roots and my place in spaces that often felt foreign. Join me for a raw and honest conversation about...
2025-03-2134 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 2: Roots of ResilienceIn this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with my mom, a courageous refugee from Laos, to share her powerful escape story and the journey that led her to where she is today. From moments of vulnerability to laughter, we talk about the raw, real, and unforgettable experiences that shaped both of our lives. In this episode, my mom opens up about the hardships she faced as a refugee, the resilience it took to survive, and how those experiences shaped her into the incredible person she is today. We also share funny, heartfelt, and emotional moments that remind us...
2025-03-1444 min
Extra Pickles, PleaseEpisode 1: Testing, Testing Welcome to Extra Pickles, Please! In this short and sweet intro, I share a little bit about myself, why I started this podcast, and what you can expect in future episodes. From mental health and lifestyle chats to random thoughts and hilarious tangents, this podcast is all about keeping it real—with a side of pickles, of course. So grab a snack, get comfy, and let’s kick this thing off!
2025-03-0809 min
Healing Out Lao'dE40: Sarina "Rina" Herman on confronting harmful phrases in Lao + the role of social work in promoting mental health awarenessIn episode 40, Healing Out Lao'd host Rita Phetmixay sits down with Rina B Herman, fellow Lao/Vietnamese/Southeast Asian American therapist & social worker based in Ohio. They explore the stigma surrounding mental health in Lao communities, the role of social work in promoting mental health awareness, and confronting harmful Lao phrases from parents to kids growing up, and shifting the narrative of what it means to seek support especially within the Southeast Asian diaspora. **trigger warning**: this episode contains triggering phrases you might have heard as a kid growing up in a Lao household, so please be...
2024-12-2752 min
Radio Crystal BlueRadio Crystal Blue 2/10/23 part 1Ashley McBryde "Lie To Each Other" - Elsebound CD www.ashleymcbryde.com
Sarah Shook & The Disarmers "Parting Words" - Years www.disarmers.com
Jason Ringenberg "I Rode With Crazy Horse" - Rhinestoned www.jasonringenberg.com
Drive-By Truckers "Hearing Jimmy Loud" - English Oceans www.drivebytruckers.com
Rolling Stones "It's Not Easy" - Aftermath
Edgar Winter "Jumpin' Jack Flash" Brother Johnny
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Sarina Haggarty "Waste Of Time" www.sarinahaggarty.ca
Lia Kohl "Became Daily Today" - The Ceiling Reposes www.liairenekohl.com
Kovacs "Fragile"...
2023-02-112h 14
Pages n' PagesChapter 49: Recs for Different RepsHappy Pride Month! The month of June is a special one for us as two people who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community. We wanted to talk about as many queer books as possible, so in this week's episode we discuss recommendations for lots of different representations. Let us know if you have any more recommendations that we didn't talk about!
What We Read and What We Are Reading:
Know My Name by Chanel Miller and narrated by Chanel Miller
The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill - thanks to NetGalley and Poisoned P...
2022-06-071h 30
Asabi DJAsabiDJ 28.05.2022 Programi“אל תאחר” ― Karolina“Până Când Nu Te Iubeam” ― Pink Martini, Storm Large“Million Roses” ― Nurten Ünsev, Ahmet Koç“Sar Oomad Zemestoon (Winter Is Over)” ― Tara Tiba“Va sta musica va” ― Pietra Montecorvino“The Day Before You Came” ― Steven Wilson“El Sueño de la Hija del Rey” ― Savina Yannatou“Fragile” ― Bade“Medicine Buddha (Solo Version)” ― Adrian Freedman“Jastar Amenge Dur” ― Sarina Cross“Meditating over a Photo” ― Mahsa Vahdat, Mighty Sam McClain“La Galana I La Mar” ― Mor Karbasi“London” ― Roger Hodgson“Bye Dubai (باي دُبيّ)” ― Riff Cohen“Underground” ― Mariama“Jimmy” ― Moriarty“Chase The Devil” ― Cocoon“Silbo” ― Féloche“Your Name / My Game” ― Herman Düne“Comets” ― Natalia Doco“Manitoumani” ― -M-, Toumani Diabaté, Sidiki Diabaté, Fatoumata Diawara“Bohemian Like You” ― The Dandy Warhols“I Want...
2022-05-282h 08
Asian LifingEp.17 - Becoming an Agent of Change with Sarina Herman (@rinabherman)Welcome back to Asian Lifing and the 4th & final episode of this mini-series capturing the reconnection with my cousin Sarina Herman (@rinabherman) after a decade of not speaking or seeing each other. Can't believe it is the last one, what a journey it has been and I can't believe how far I have come to get to this point. A decade worth of healing and reconciliation opens the door to new possibilities and relationships addressing the wounds of the past, paving the way for a better future together!
Please note, you do not have to listen to...
2021-08-1836 min
Asian LifingEp.16 - Intergenerational Trauma with Sarina Herman (@rinabherman)Welcome back to Asian Lifing and part 3 of 4 part special mini-series capturing the reconnection with my cousin Sarina Herman (@rinabherman) after a decade of not speaking or seeing each other. Note, you do not have to listen to this in order as the topic varies.
Growing up as kids of traditional Asian parents, we saw our parents and adult family members as the role models in our lives and that we would always turn to them for answers and think that whatever our experiences and behaviors were considered the norm. However, as we grew up, we realize...
2021-08-0440 min
Asian LifingEp.15 - Racial Disparity in the US Healthcare System with Sarina Herman (@rinabherman)Welcome back to Asian Lifing and part 2 of 4 episodes special mini-series, reconnecting with my cousin, Sarina Herman (@rinabherman) after a decade of not speaking or seeing each other. Note, you do not have to listen to this in order as the topic varies.
Our families and experiences as Asian American/ POC, while navigating the US Healthcare System have not been easy. Throughout the past decade, we have come to learn the harsh truth on how flaw the healthcare system is and how much of a struggle it is to access care of the POC and low-income community...
2021-07-2130 min
Asian LifingEp.14 - Reconnecting with our Roots with Sarina Herman (@rinabherman)Welcome back to Asian Lifing and the start of a special 4 episode mini-series, reconnecting with my cousin, Sarina Herman (@rinabherman) after a decade of not speaking or seeing each other.
Our family traumas and upbringings in a traditional Asian/Vietnamese Family have to lead to a lot of conflicts and dramas between our parents and family growing up. There were a lot of fights and tension between family members growing up on our dad's side of the family, they just didn't seem to get along, which lead to an eventual rift and disconnect in our family after...
2021-07-071h 05