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On this episode of Spill the Baby Tea, I bring on my husband, Philip, to dive into the intimate topic of why we made the decision to keep our baby's face hidden from social media. As parents navigating the complexities of modern parenthood in the digital age, we share all of the reasons considered, as well as our reflections (2 years later) behind this choice. From concerns about online privacy and data security to protecting our child's autonomy and emotional well-being, we explore the multifaceted aspects of parental privacy. Whether you're a parent, soon-to-be parent, or simply curious about the evolving landscape of digital parenting, this episode invites you to consider the nuanced decisions families make in protecting their children's privacy while navigating this new social age. Take a listen and let us know what you think here! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As you navigate the dating world, it’s important to know what you’re looking for and to watch out for those green, beige, and red flags. We’ve had our fair share of red flag experiences that have taught us more about ourselves and what we’re unwilling to compromise on. If a guy isn’t super action-oriented, or if someone doesn’t want to have kids, these could be major red flags, or even deal breakers for a relationship. And what about red flags when it comes to 1st date locations? Zoos and buffets are off the table for us, but what if someone asked us to be their plus-one to a wedding?! Would you go to a wedding for a 1st date? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Hiya: Get 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/ABG • Blueland: Receive 15% off your first order at Blueland.com/ABG • Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/abg • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, psychology, and tough love in podcast form. Do You F*cking Mind?, @alexispredez, @dyfmpodcast, dyfmpod.com __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of us know the joy (and sometimes frustration) of growing up with siblings, but the bond shared between twins is something only approximately 3% of the world can understand. So what better way to learn than to invite the experts! Our good friends Jason and Justin Rodjanapanyakul have joined us today to share all about their experience living and working together as twins. From growing up in a monastery as “baby monks”, to starting a music duo on YouTube as the JRod Twins, to now returning to school to study interior design & entrepreneurship - Jason and Justin have lived it all both as a pair and as individuals. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Guests: Jason Rodjanapanyakul and Justin Rodjanapanyakul Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Factor: Use code “abg50” to get 50% off at factormeals.com/abg50 • Honeylove: Get 20% OFF by going to honeylove.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Clarins: Receive 10% off Multi-Active Day & Night Cream + a free welcome gift + free shipping on your first order using code “ABG” at Clarins.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we delve into the often overlooked yet profoundly transformative journey of self-growth. Recently, I came across a comment that struck a chord. The listener, who has been with us since the beginning, remarked on the noticeable growth they observed in me over the past few years. This observation made me realize that I’ve done a lot of quiet self work the last few years that had benefited me greatly. So if you’re someone that either 1) values personal growth 2) feel stagnant 3) working on yourself but not seeing the results that you want, let me share what’s worked for me! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yes, it’s true, Mel is officially moving to New York City! Not only is this a big deal for her to move from West to East Coast, but she’s also taking a major step in her relationship by moving in with her boyfriend Ray. It’s never easy to step out of your comfort zone, but as someone who’s always wanted to experience living in new places, this move is coming at the perfect time for Mel. She’s so excited to share why she’s moving to NYC, what she’s most excited (and nervous) about, and…is this a forever move? If you have any tips for moving to New York, or a new city, share them with the community below! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/ABG • OSEA: Receive 10% off your order with code ABG at OSEAMalibu.com • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I knew I’d be emotional the first week of daycare, but I didn’t expect to be an emotional WRECK and sick for weeks! Okay, I don’t want to scare anyone from putting their child in school because stay in school kiddos, but I did want to capture what it was like to send our little one into the WILD of the school environment. I share sick kid tips that other mama friends have shared with me that have been SUPER helpful for us, about how we prepared our brave lil warrior the weeks leading up to daycare to ease some of that inevitable separation anxiety, about the tearful goodbyes, and the surprising turning point that left me in a puddle. It’s an intense milestone of parenthood. Now that we’re a month in, we have newfound strength from enduring the process, and I could not be prouder of our little one (and me!), but damn, was it tough to get here. As promised, here are the links to the products mentioned in the episode! (these are affiliate links): Sick kiddo must haves First day of school – books, lunch, label maker If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here! Would love to hear any of your cold and flu season tips! __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we’re following up on one of Janet’s personal 2024 goals – learning how to flirt. Flirting is a bit of an art; it’s often a combination of charisma, body language, and EQ, but different things will work for different people. Sometimes though, it can be challenging to tell when someone is flirting with you, or even to make your own intentions clear without miscommunication. So we’re here to share advice on how to read flirting cues, discuss what kind of flirt we are (Playful? Sincere?) and recall some of our best (& worst) flirting experiences. What’s your go-to line to start up a conversation? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Blueland: Receive 15% off your first order at Blueland.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Honeylove: Get 20% OFF by going to honeylove.com/ABG • Hiya: Get 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How 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 Chao Cassindy Chao is a matchmaker who comes from a family of Matchmakers. She is a former Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan Equities research analyst and happily married Mother of 3 but caught the matchmaking bug in college - matching dozens of couples at the “Wellesley College Asian Association Blind Date Semi-Formal”. She believes in deep, purposeful connections based on shared values and common goals. Ancient Wisdom Modern Love: https://www.awmlove.com/ @matchmakercassindy __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a difficult breakup, many people often want space to heal, reflect, and forget. But when your ex still lives in the same city as you, it’s difficult to avoid familiar spaces that you used to share together. Your favorite bar might remind you of that person, things can get awkward if you have mutual friends, and you could even run into them at the grocery store. Whether it was a long-term relationship, a situationship, or a hookup, running into an ex can bring up some complicated feelings. So how can you mentally prepare yourself for these situations, reclaim spaces for yourself, and ultimately reach a place of healing and peace? In this episode, we share our top tips based on personal experiences & our most awkward run-ins with an ex. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/abg • Skims: Shop best-selling essentials at skims.com/abg and let them know ABG sent you! • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As I approach my 33rd birthday this week, I find myself reflecting on the significance of this milestone. In many ways, turning 33 is the age that, in my adolescent mind, symbolized "being an adult", a time when I thought I would have life all figured out. It is also the age I thought I'd be married. However, the contrast between childhood expectations and the realities of adulthood has become abundantly clear. As I sit down to reflect, I can't escape the feeling that 33 is a new chapter in my life. It's a year brimming with opportunities to confront the fears that both intimidate and exhilarate me. It's a year to break down the barriers of procrastination and finally take action on aspirations. This is the year I want to truly LIVE again! Join me as I reflect on the past year, blow out the candles on the birthday cake, and share what I hope to feel when turning 33. __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re fighting for survival and searching for love on Inferno Island. Yes, we are diving deep into Season 3 of Single’s Inferno, the Korean reality dating show that had us on the edge of our seats from start to finish. Of course, we couldn’t discuss all the gasp-worthy moments without our good friend & Korean entertainment expert Mimi Ahn! Together we discuss the nuances of Korean dating culture, what it means to have “nunchi”, and most importantly, which contestants would we choose if we were stuck on Inferno Island?? We’re going to be discussing major spoilers for Single’s Inferno 3, so if you don’t know which couples made it off the island yet, come back to this episode later! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Factor: Use code “abg50” to get 50% off at factormeals.com/abg50 • LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen shares the highs and lows of the Wang family’s first-ever vacation with a 25-month-old toddler. From flying with a potty-training tot to exploring the beautiful island of Oahu, Helen spills the details of surviving a longer than 5-hour flight and her top 3 must-visit places on the island. Helen also delves into her takeaways and hot tips for family vacations, including a controversial yet ingenious hack for a parents' night out. Whether you're a parent, parent-to-be, or just curious about family adventures, this episode is filled with relatable stories and helpful insights. If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here! What are some toddler-friendly destinations you’ve enjoyed? Let the community know! __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mel recently traveled to Japan & Taiwan to visit family… but she didn’t go alone! She went with her boyfriend Ray, exploring new cities like Tokyo and Kyoto together, and yes, bringing Ray to meet her extended family for the first time. During ABG’s latest Asia trip, Mel was chasing someone we have now lovingly deemed “The Fuckboi” – so going from that to bringing your S.O. to meet Grandpa?! That’s a big deal. In this episode, Mel shares the highs & lows of her vacation, helpful tips for anyone who might be planning to travel to Asia (solo, or with a partner), and new things she learned about herself and her partner along the way. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vessi: Get 15% off & free shipping in select locations at vessi.com/ABG • Caden Lane: Receive 20% off your order with code “ABG” at CadenLane.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On 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 both the child and parent perspective. Cassindy Chao is a matchmaker who comes from a family of Matchmakers. She is a former Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan Equities research analyst and happily married Mother of 3 but caught the matchmaking bug in college - matching dozens of couples at the “Wellesley College Asian Association Blind Date Semi-Formal”. She believes in deep, purposeful connections based on shared values and common goals. Ancient Wisdom Modern Love: https://www.awmlove.com/ @matchmakercassindy __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve had several amazing conversations with licensed therapists over the years, but today’s episode will focus on our own personal journeys with therapy. All three of us have gone to therapy at some point in our lives, and it’s given us many tools to reframe thoughts, better understand ourselves, and view the world with a more positive outlook. Today we’ll share what led us to therapy, tips for finding a therapist that will work with you & challenge you, and how therapy taught us that vulnerability is not a weakness, but a sign of courage. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's topic is one I received a lot of votes on for a poll on Instagram. How does one maintain their independence or identity while in a romantic relationship? I've been with my partner for almost 2 years now, and while we are still learning a lot about our preferences, one thing we both learned quickly is that we both highly value our own independence. I share through the WHY aspect of this (*hint hint we both were single for a couple of years & that solo time taught us a lot) & talk through actionable items we take to create that space for ourselves. __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the Asian diaspora, Lunar New Year is the best time of year to reconnect with our family heritage and cultural traditions, while also creating new traditions that are unique to our experiences. Today, we’re focusing on the intersection between American and Chinese & Taiwanese cultures, drawing from our parents’ stories of how Lunar New Year was celebrated in the Motherlands. What did celebrations look like when they were growing up? Which traditions did they choose to pass to the next generation, or adapt to fit American culture so they could “do as the locals do”? And what are new traditions that we want to implement into our own Lunar New Year celebrations? Helen & Mama Wu’s Steamed Fish Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seDQ7gg9BqI Thank you to Love Bonito for sponsoring today’s episode! Use code LB-ABG5OFF to receive 5% off New Arrivals in all markets (US, SG, MY, PH, HK and rest of world) (LBID-ABG5OFF for ID) - no minimum spend. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vessi: Get 15% off your first order at vessi.com/ABG • Blueland: Receive 15% off your first order at Blueland.com/ABG • OneSkin: Get started with 15% off your order using code “ABG” at OneSkin.co • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Skims: Check out their best-selling essentials & Valentine’s shop at skims.com - let them know ABG sent you! • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pause for a moment and ask yourself, what is your one word for 2024? Today, Helen shares her chosen word of the year. Reflecting on the challenges of juggling work, family, and personal aspirations, she candidly discusses societal pressure to achieve and fulfill checkboxes, realizing the need for a shift towards a more intentional and focused life. Her word for 2024 is "LESS," symbolizing a desire to prioritize meaningful experiences, creative projects, and connections over a hectic and busy lifestyle (which, to be honest, is all we’ve known). The episode concludes with Helen sharing words of wisdom from her audience about their words for 2024, promoting themes like resilience, self-love, balance, and more. If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here. We’d love to see you share your word for the year! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This January has been busy at ABG, both in our work and personal lives, so we actually haven’t had a chance to really catch up since the Holidays! Mel spent time in the Bay Area with a packed social calendar along with her partner; Helen enjoyed celebrating her son’s 2nd birthday and seeing him get into the Christmas spirit. But in between these busy schedules, they still found time to catch up on some TV shows. In particular, they got heavily invested in Squid Game: The Challenge. Who were their favorite/least favorite contestants? What were their thoughts on the finale? And would either of them want to be on the show?? Spoiler Alert: We’ll be discussing the outcomes/ending of Squid Game: The Challenge, so if you haven’t finished the show yet, come back to this episode later! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/abg • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Factor: Use code “abg50” to get 50% off at factormeals.com/abg50 • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Play 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 share that I take a heels class. Listen in as I share my experience - why I chose this as my activity of play, what I learned, and tips for anyone who is also interested in taking a heels class. Resources: Using Play to Rewire and Improve Your Brain - Huberman Lab Heartbreak Heels by Marissa Heart at Playground LA Knee pads for dancers __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did a full-time attorney become a New York Times best-selling cookbook author, James Beard Award Winner, and marathon runner? Through her work as The Korean Vegan, Joanne Lee Molinaro proves that you can accomplish anything by simply starting. She’s best known for her powerful visual storytelling – connecting food with her family’s history and sharing important lessons with vulnerability. We’re so excited to have her as a guest to talk about staying connected to her culture with a plant-based diet, achieving success by keeping her goals in focus, and making her grandmothers proud. __________________________________________ Hosts: Janet Wang and Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vessi: Get 15% off & free shipping in select locations with code ABG at vessi.com/ABG • Honeylove: Get 20% OFF by going to honeylove.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The topic of reflection and goal setting is pretty popular amongst our generation. Around this time, whether you're looking through some self help podcasts or books, "setting intentions" and "goals" are everywhere. We actually did an episode recently on the main show (ep 252) talking through these topics. After preparing for that episode & being back at home, it made me think about my mom. I wondered “what are her goals for the new year?” and it sparked an interesting dinner conversation with her. I thought it would be insightful to dive into this question on today's episode of NDQWM! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2023 was a busy year for ABG, both professionally and personally. We started simulcasting on YouTube, Helen had her wedding, Janet moved several times, and Mel traveled to Japan & Taiwan! So since this is our first episode of 2024, we thought it’d be a good opportunity to sit down and reflect on 2023 so that we can set intentional goals for the new year. What are significant lessons we learned last year? What are our top priorities for this new year? What words/phrases would we use to define our intentions for 2024? What is your theme for 2024? Let us know in the comments! Check out our new line of merch at asianbossgirl.myshopify.com. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a follow-up to the last Spill the Baby Tea episode, Helen invites her husband, Philip (@wongfuphil), to share his perspective on the highs and lows of parenthood. They revisit the cons discussed in the previous episode, adding new insights such as the challenges of maintaining a sense of self, the struggles of making time for each other, and the unexpected lifestyle shifts. They also explore additional pros, including the opportunity for personal growth, healing from past trauma, and the unexplainable love that comes with being a parent. Whether you're a seasoned parent or a soon-to-be mom or dad, this episode offers a candid and relatable conversation about the beautiful complexities of raising a child. Tune in to gain insights, share a few laughs, and feel the warmth of the Spill the Baby Tea community. If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays from AsianBossGirl! This is our last episode of 2023, and we hope that everyone is enjoying time with loved ones, eating good food, and appreciating some well-deserved rest & relaxation. We’d like to take a moment to look back on one of our favorite episodes, where our parents speak about how they incorporated Western holiday traditions into our upbringing as 2nd-generation Asian Americans. Whether it was an effort for assimilation, or a convenient way to gather extended family together, the unique combination of Eastern and Western cultures & traditions is something we now appreciate more than ever. We wish you all the best this holiday season, and we’ll see you in 2024! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editors: Michelle Hsieh, Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It'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 hosting a trip to Bali in 2024 and would love for you to join! Learn more and sign up here: Bali with Janet Wang __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back with another Q&A episode with questions that were “secretly” submitted by one another (Check out Part 1 here!) and this time, things are getting a little 🌶️ spicy! We did not hesitate to ask things we’ve always been curious about: Does Mel see herself as the “best friend” character? Why does Helen hate feet so much? Are Janet’s yoga skills useful for sex? We also stirred the pot with some deep questions about our business itself: What parts of ABG work do we enjoy the most? And if the company were to grow, who’s the 1 person we’d pick to be CEO? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Odd Pieces: Check out oddpieces.com/abg and get 15% off your puzzle with code “ABG” • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s topic is a reflective one. I just came back from my 2023 vacation to Asia & it was amazing. Traveling opens you up to the world, but it also has a way of revealing truths about yourself. I don't know what it is, but I always come back with some kind of clarity or something I need to do. Take a listen and let me know if you share similar feelings! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 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 deep conversation. __________________________________________ Hosts: Janet Wang and Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Odd Pieces: Check out oddpieces.com/abg and get 15% off your puzzle with code “ABG” • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up for the ride of a lifetime – parenthood! In this episode, Helen takes you through the ups and downs of motherhood and parenthood, from the unparalleled wonder of seeing the world through your child’s eyes to the feeling of overwhelming responsibility and the very real, and very scary, financial strain. If you're on the fence about having a child and curious about what awaits, join Helen as she lays out a checklist of pros and cons. This episode also captures a 2-year reflection of parenthood. If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here. #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we’re diving deeper into conversations about mental health and therapy, including questions from our own perspectives, as well as topics we’ve seen others talk about recently. We’re covering a wide range of issues, from letting go of perfectionism and recovering from burnout, to navigating emotional intimacy in relationships. We’re so excited to have Alyssa “Lia” Mancao on the podcast to guide us through these questions. Lia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Alyssa Marie Wellness, a group practice that employs a team of licensed psychotherapists. Her insight was so valuable to us, and we hope this conversation will encourage you to prioritize your own mental health. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Rakuten: Start all your shopping at rakuten.com or get the free Rakuten app to start saving today • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 it’s Going to for the bitter tea ). Now, months and months later, I've had more time to process and really think about and feel all the things this past relationship and breakup meant for me. So I want to share a story of how I found myself bawling, alone in my car on the traffic-lined streets of LA, to a Taylor Swift song blasting in the background. What about you? Are you someone who feels grief immediately or does it take time to hit you? __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We grew up reading pop culture magazines (like Seventeen and Cosmo) and consuming content through shows (E! Entertainment and MTV). But Asian stars and stories were rarely featured. Today, we’re curating our own pop culture series in podcast format, covering everything that’s new in the world of Asian entertainment, business, fashion, and more! In this episode, we share some celebrity gossip (Daniel Henney is off the market?!), significant news in the Asian community (New York made Lunar New Year a public school holiday!) and recent beauty trends (What are the origins of gua sha?). __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing the topic of college friendships, I chat with my bestie, Sally Le about how this college friendship evolved once we graduated college. How did we go from those innocent, FRIENDS-loving, eager college students to career focused young adults thrown into the real world? How did our friendship stick despite being "long distance"? I also share with Sally why she means so much to me in my 30's & how her role in my life is irreplaceable. I hope you were able to learn a bit more about this special friendship & enjoyed this episode! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This season of holiday gatherings with friends and family is a great time to remind yourself of what you’re thankful for. However, with busy lives and so much going on, gratitude doesn’t always come easily. After all, we are built for survival, not happiness. So this week, we wanted to remind ourselves to slow down and reflect on what we’re grateful for, with a replay of one of our favorite episodes. Practicing gratitude is shown to improve physical and mental health, build your self-esteem, and benefit your ability to share love with others. This episode is one we go back to often, so we hope it can help you feel peaceful and grounded during this time. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Rakuten: Start all your shopping at rakuten.com or get the free Rakuten app to start saving today • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Helen's world expands with her now-toddler, her relationships with her mommy friends have grown deeper and more significant. Cathy Nguyen is one of those friends! When Helen was pregnant, Cathy thoughtfully dropped off her pregnancy pillow, pack and play, and breast friend and said - “Take this, you’ll need it.” For Helen, it made a world of a difference to feel that level of unasked-for support. In this episode, they talk about how friends have supported them as they go through one of the biggest transitions of their lives, how child-free friends have shown up for them, and how we as mommy friends can best show up for each other. If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve done many Q&A episodes with listener-submitted questions, but on today’s episode, we’re going to be asking questions for each other! These are Q’s that listeners might be curious about (How do we feel about being called influencers?), things we’ve always wanted to ask (When was the last time you were truly happy?), and questions about ABG specifically (What new team members do we need?) - all “anonymously” submitted and picked randomly from a bowl. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What 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 series featuring stories about mental health, told directly from teens across the country. No matter your circumstance, I believe almost everyone can benefit from better understanding the role that trauma plays in one’s well-being and learn about methods for better coping in today’s chaotic world. __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s topic of aging is more somber than usual. Walking through many stages of life with our parents is a blessing for us, but it’s still difficult to come to terms with the passage of time. As physical changes become more apparent, aging is not an avoidable subject. How do we navigate these conversations with our parents and siblings, particularly if it’s taboo to talk about? How will we address life’s natural processes with our own kids in the future? Though it may be challenging to bring up, we believe that normalizing discussions around aging can be healthy for everyone involved, and make difficult future events a bit easier. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Rakuten: Start all your shopping at rakuten.com or get the free Rakuten app to start saving today • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friendships are a topic we get asked about a lot & I get it. It plays such a huge role in our lives! In today's two part series, I want to dive into a very special friendship of mine, that I haven't had the chance to share about on the pod. I'm talking about college friendships. This one, in particular, began in the dorms of UCSD transfer housing & it blossomed into one of my most precious adult friendships. Today, I bring on one of my best friends, Sally Le to chat through how we met, our dynamic in college & what about this friendship has stood the test of time (over 10 years!) __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last time we played the card game “Let’s Get Deep”, we got to explore conversations we didn’t expect to have. So we’re doing another episode, and this time, we’re diving even deeper. What are embarrassing things we do when we’re alone? Do we believe in second chances? And would we trade 5 years of our life expectancy to become extremely attractive? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is nothing more frightening than what is happening in the world right now. How do we talk to our kids about conflict and war? As parents, we can only hope to create a world where our children can feel safe to navigate his/her own emotions. In this episode, we cover some tips on how to approach the conversation of tragic world events with your child and provide them with support and comfort. These tips are adapted from two Greater Good articles by Abigail Gerwirtz, a professor of Psychology at Arizona State University, and Shauna Tominey, a professor of Human Development and Family Sciences at Oregon State University. Organizations mentioned in this episode: Save the Children and UNICEF. #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halloween is fast approaching: many people are flocking to horror nights, exploring haunted houses, and watching movie thrillers. However, as people who get too easily scared and try to avoid these spooky encounters, we wondered: what are the reasons why humans might seek out horror and scary experiences? So we did a deep dive into this topic, exploring the psychological and relational benefits of scary entertainment. And after learning all of this, how will we be incorporating creepy fun into our lives this Halloween? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just 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 :D Also, 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 things to look into or test out and share. LA Coffee Shop Recs: • Sightglass in Weho • Eightfold Coffee in Echo Park • 3thymecoffee in K-Town Book Recs: • Trick Mirror Reflections on Self-Delusion by Jia Tolentino • Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin Sources: • America has a loneliness epidemic. Here are 6 steps to address it • Alone and lonely are not the same. How to feel connected no matter how many people are around • How to (Really, Truly) Be Happy Alone • 32 Ways To Be Happy Alone & Enjoy Your Own Company • Solitude vs. Loneliness: How to Be Alone Without Being Lonely • 10 Things to Do When You Feel Alone __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month in the United States. Although research suggests that over 30% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, this experience can feel extremely isolating and lonely for families. It certainly did for our guest today, Anne Phung Nguyen Guzman, who experienced 2 miscarriages before giving birth to her beautiful baby boy last summer. Lack of support and empathy from her medical team, as well as toxic positivity from people around her, only made this process even more difficult. Anne has since shared her experiences on social media with vulnerability and honesty, in hopes that others who are going through their TTC (Trying to Conceive) journey can feel less alone. Everyone’s TTC journey is unique and deeply personal, so we hope this episode can provide some comfort and insight if you or a loved one are going through this process. __________________________________________ Hosts: Janet Wang and Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After getting fed up with the self loathing I had with my body image, I decided to finally do something about it. I started to consistently work out for the first time in my life. The "not athletic" girl joined OrangeTheory. I share my insecurities approaching my first HIIT class, the feeling of accomplishment to the rocking results that shook me back to a negative headspace. Now, in 2023, I also share where I'm currently at with my relationship with my body & journey with fitness. Again, I hope you listen with an open heart and mind for this one. *Content Warning: There will be talk about weight gain, nutrition, and body image. __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our 1-on-1 friendship series, this time it’s Mel and Helen’s turn to share the history and nuances of their duo dynamic! With just a 4-year age gap, there’s a lot that they have in common (any other friend duos out there who are always unfiltered & unhinged??), but there are also distinct differences between them (morning runs vs. sleeping in) that bring a unique perspective and balance to this friendship. Having known each other across various life stages, from new relationships to motherhood, they’ve always got the other’s back. And the vibes are so impeccable, they always know what the other is thinking, without needing to speak out loud. Tag the friend(s) in the comments that you just vibe with, no matter the situation! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How we parent our children will affect their mental health and relationships well into adulthood. In this episode, we discuss the 3 main parenting styles: authoritarian, permissive, and authoritative, with each style representing different approaches to discipline, rules, and communication. Each style has its ups and downs, but ultimately, the best approach depends on your child's temperament, age, and needs, as well as the cultural and societal norms they're accustomed to. Join me in this conversation through the world of parenting styles and discover the importance of finding the right blend that works for your family. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’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 Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Nikon: To learn more, visit NikonUSA.com/podcastZ30 • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Resources: Thought Tracker Worksheet __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friendships, just like romantic relationships, can sometimes be difficult to navigate, particularly as you move through different stages of life. As you graduate from college, get married, start a family, etc., friendships will often grow and change as you do. We asked you to send in questions: how to make new friends, how to maintain old friendships (or even leave toxic ones), and how platonic relationships can be as equally meaningful as romantic ones. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Nikon: To learn more, visit NikonUSA.com/podcastZ30 • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've been avoiding this topic for 2 years now. My relationship with my body image is something I try to protect, because it's one that has brought me a lot of pain. There was a time that I blamed my body for my unhappiness and the demon of comparison was a very large figure that took over. It's a relationship that I'd consider a "work in progress" despite being in a better mental place. After getting to a place of contentment, I wanted to share my journey with my body image. This journey is one I never thought I'd go through and one I'm still nervous to share for many reasons. I feel like when people think of "body image issues", it looks a certain way to them. However, I learned that it's a spectrum and to not discredit any of these unsettling feelings. Everybody is different and everyone has their own relationship with their physical self. If you choose to listen to this episode, I hope you listen with an open heart and mind. Hopefully, this episode connects with some of you. *Content Warning: There will be talk about weight gain, nutrition, and body image. __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re celebrating Janet’s birthday this week! So what an excellent time to reflect not just on the past year, but also on what it means to be in your late 30’s. This decade in particular is often full of significant life decisions, new responsibilities, and mindset changes. Though we are all still relatively young, we strive to live intentionally and build healthy habits, while also continuing to step out of our comfort zones. Join us in this moment of self-reflection, no matter what stage of life you are in! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Acorns: Start saving and investing today! Download the app at acorns.com/abg • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me for a deep dive into the world of bridal self-care as I share EVERYTHING I did to feel my absolute best on my special day. From teeth whitening to laser treatments, skincare routines to hair transformations, to what I used to exfoliate my body and even soften my feet (TMI), there’s no gatekeeping here! And I’d do it all again to feel as confident as I did on my wedding day. Tune in for tips and inspiration to help you feel your most radiant self, whether you're a bride-to-be or simply on a self-care journey. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kombucha tea has become many people’s drink of choice, and nowadays you’ll see various brands populating the beverage aisle of your local grocery store. One of the earliest pioneers of the drink, Health-Ade, started back in 2012, when Vanessa Dew took a leap of faith and started a business with her best friends. Despite the risks, she decided to leave her career in pharmaceuticals to start brewing kombucha at home. As regular drinkers of Health-Ade kombucha, we are so excited to learn more about Vanessa’s entrepreneurial journey, the amazing farmer-sourced flavors, and Vanessa’s personal approach to health and self-care. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Nikon: To learn more, visit NikonUSA.com/podcastZ8 __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'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 heal and feel inspired? Resources: - Cafe Astrology Rising Sign Calculator - Why Learning Your Rising Sign is a Game-Changer, InStyle - Janet's 2023 Healing Girl Summer Pods - Ippodo Tea Sayaka Rich Matcha __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen & Philip held their wedding celebration on a beautiful day in August, but as many of you know, they’ve been officially married for some time now. Their wedding plans got canceled due to the pandemic, so they got married via Microsoft Teams in Joshua Tree, and had a Chinese Tea ceremony with close family. But they still wanted a chance to celebrate with extended family and friends. Despite all of these hurdles, and only 5 months to pull everything together, the wedding weekend turned out to be one for the record books. Vows were shared, first dances were had, and the bridal party even put together a surprise dance performance! Tune in to hear how it all went down! What’s something you want to incorporate in your dream wedding? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Nikon: To learn more, visit NikonUSA.com/podcastZ8 • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You already met him briefly through the episodes where we introduced our partners for the first time on ABG (ep 225 & 226). But today, I bring on Ray, my boyfriend, for the first time, onto my mini show. We've been dating for a little over a year now and have learned a lot about each other during this time. Many of you all have been following me on my dating history during my single season, and are probably curious about the person I finally found. Thank you to those that sent in questions for Ray & tune in to learn a bit more about my partner! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The topic of sex, pornography, and sex work is still considered pretty taboo in our society, particularly in Asian communities. This has been a highly requested topic for ABG, not only to promote conversation, but also because many are curious about representation in an industry that still highly favors Western beauty standards. Asian women are often fetishized and Asian men are often emasculated in mainstream media, so what does it look like in adult entertainment? On this episode, we’ve invited Leo Vice to talk about his experience breaking into the porn industry: how he went from working a corporate job, to self-producing his own content, to being one of very few Asian male porn stars in the industry today. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Stitch Fix: Get 25% off your purchase at stitchfix.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Never in all the years I've dreamed up my wedding did I think I’d have my baby by my side. Never could I imagine, even now, not having our lil kiwi head right there with us. Our little man reveled in every moment of the day -- calling out to us with his cheerful "mama baba!" during the ceremony, effortlessly floating from one guest to the other, his infectious energy lighting up the dance floor. He definitely had the best time of his tiny little life and became a true highlight of our wedding. This episode is dedicated to how we planned the logistics of having our baby at our wedding, as well as recounting some of the more special moments of how we incorporated him into our wedding. For those who also chose the "non-traditional" path of welcoming a baby before their wedding, we'd love to hear how you artfully integrated your baby into your wedding day. Feel free to share your experiences in the comments of AsianBossGIrl’s latest Instagram post, linked here! I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer is all about sunshine and longer days spent with loved ones. This year in particular, we want to take full advantage of this season by embracing our summer-loving selves with confidence and unleashing our wild side! It’s the perfect time to look back on some of the hilarious (sometimes embarrassing) and unforgettable moments with friends. We even dive into a bit of the hypothetical: What if you and your friend are stranded on a desert island? How do you flirt at a summer pool party? And: If you were a popsicle, what seductive name would you give yourself? Grab a friend, and let us know how you would answer these questions in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On 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 are AAPI and/or women in the workplace. Listen in as she shares a wonderful overview, as well as specific tips, on how to live well. __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here 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 truly value in your friendships? And what is something that’s unique about one of your best friends? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to maintain work, life, balance is a question we get asked a lot! It's something many of us struggled with, especially with juggling social schedules and finding boundaries with WFH. However, after a few years of fine tuning some of my daily habits, I found effective ways that have helped me create more balance in my life! Listen in as I share my Non-negotiables when managing my work and life! I hope these tips help you as you figure out what works for you! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We just got back from a trip to Cabo, which was not only a vacation, but also… a Bachelorette Party! Helen is having her wedding soon, so of course we had to take time to let loose on the beach, and most importantly, celebrate our amazing bachelorette. With 12 girls total, there was a lot of fun to be had, but also a lot to plan! In this episode, we’ll share some Do’s and Don’ts for planning a Bachelorette, how we decided on the theme (Tropic Like It’s Hot!) and our favorite memories from the trip. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Babies seem to find fun in just about anything. But, there are instances when we observe our littles nestled within their playpens, faces resting gently on their mats, while their tiny thumbs seek comfort. As parents, we can’t help but ask ourselves: "is my baby bored?!” In today’s episode, we explore how our household has embraced the concept of bite-sized weekday adventures, sharing strategies for dispelling those hints of non-nap time monotony. If you are a parent or caretaker, what are some strategies you’ve implemented in your household to keep your child stimulated? Let us know in the comments of AsianBossGIrl’s latest Instagram post, linked here! I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re bringing back sequin tops, cargo pants, and side parts… aka clothes we wore in high school!! On today’s episode, we’re looking back on our nostalgic (and cringey) high school memories. What were the trends, who did we hang out with in high school, and how did we spend our time? What about our high school sweethearts, first dances (raise your hand if you ever “freak danced”), and prom-posals? **Note to listeners: We had some sound issues in this episode, so you may notice some sections have static. Thanks for your understanding! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Stitch Fix: Get 25% off your purchase at stitchfix.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 this episode provides you with some helpful tips! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Open Studio: Get 30 days free at withopen.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s hard to believe that we’re already halfway through 2023! When life happens so quickly around us, we always want to take a moment to stop and reflect. How has the past year been? Which of our New Year goals have been checked off? Are there any areas of our lives that we want to work on throughout the rest of the year? We hope that you can take this time to also intentionally check in with yourself, and share one of your personal goals with us in the comments! **Note to listeners: We had some sound issues in this episode, so you may notice some sections are more muffled than usual. Thanks for your understanding! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Vessi: Get 15% off & free shipping in select locations with code ABG at vessi.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The sun's finally out & we are officially in the season of summer! Instead of letting this season pass me by, like the previous years, I've been proactive on making this summer memorable. Today, I thought it would be fun to talk about my summer essentials. From my current read, the products I can't live without, to the mindset shift I'm adopting this season. What are your summer favorites? __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Traveling with your significant other, especially for the first time, can be a big test for a relationship. Planning a trip and getting out of your typical routine is a lot of fun, but aligning your travel styles can be challenging. On today’s episode, we share some of our travel stories, from Janet’s international trip to Japan with Eugene (only several months into their relationship!), to Helen and Phil’s travel mishaps overseas. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Open Studio: Get 30 days free at withopen.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Vessi: Get 15% off & free shipping in select locations with code ABG at vessi.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our first Q&A for STBT!! I answer a few of your burning questions this week ~ what’s my desire for a second child now that I have a toddler? What’s the biggest noob parenting mistake I’ve made (that you can learn from)?? How much did I tear down there when giving birth?! If you have any other burning questions, drop them in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here! I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve played many games to get to know one another better and test our friendship, but today we’re going even deeper with the card game “Let’s Get Deep”. From ice breaker questions like: “Top sheet or no top sheet?“ to deep end questions like: “What’s your least favorite sex position?”, we find out how much we still don’t know about each other in this episode! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Open Studio: Get 30 days free at withopen.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Cycle Syncing: https://elixhealing.com/blogs/the-wisdom/the-elix-guide-to-cycle-syncing __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Open Studio: Get 30 days free at withopen.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We had the amazing opportunity to watch “Joy Ride” at South by Southwest and attend the premiere in LA. Both times the movie had us laughing the entire time, but also tearing up at the underlying story of identity and female friendships. Joy Ride is the first of its kind – a film where Asian women get to be raunchy, funny, and imperfect on the big screen. It is an honor to have Sherry Cola (aka Lolo in Joy Ride) join us on the podcast today. She’s a stand up comedian and actress with such a magnetic energy and infectious laughter. Sherry shares what it was like to grow up as a fish out of water, and how special it felt to make this movie. Joy Ride is in theaters July 7, 2023! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • Open Studio: Get 30 days free at withopen.com/ABG • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. • Stitch Fix: Get 25% off your purchase at stitchfix.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we are going to talk about dining out and social etiquettes when going out. I'll also be joined by a close friend & social butterfly, Tim Hwang! Whether we like it or not, there are certain behaviors and etiquettes you might personally follow AND perhaps check to see if your fellow friends or potential date follow as well. From situations like if a restaurant gets your food wrong, your friends expect you to split a large meal when you only got a drink, to seeing that your date tips below average… we're going to chat through all this in today's episode! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our Significant Others are back with us on the couch (listen here if you missed Part 1!), this time for a little competition to see who knows their partner best. First we play the Newlywed Game, and then we get serious with some questions… about the FUTURE. For those still in the dating stage, what does the timeline for marriage look like? What values are important in the early years of a relationship? And what would we title the current chapter of our relationship? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered how your parents raised you versus how you would raise your own children? My mom would tell me these stories about how we were weaned off diapers by the age of 1, that talk about SIDS and safe co-sleeping was not a popular topic of conversation, that we were spanked as a form of discipline, and organic foods? Who needs that! On this episode, I bring my mom, Momma Wu, on to talk about the differences between parenting as an immigrant mother in the 1990s and parenting as a second-generation Asian American, now, in the 21st century. If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post, linked here. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ve heard us talk about our first dates, recent fights, and future goals with our Significant Others, but have you ever wondered about their side of the story? Philip, Ray, and Eugene join us today for an extra special episode where they finally get to share their perspectives firsthand. We also get to know each other better through a series of lighthearted and deep questions. Grab your boo, and follow along with the questions below! [ Him or Her? ] • Who made the first move? • Who farts more? • Who’s always right? • Who’s better at planning? [ Who’s More Likely To: ] • …say sorry first? • …want to stay in. vs. go out? • …initiate sex first? [ Deeper Questions ] • Name one way your partner has made a positive impact on your life. • What’s something you wish you and your partner did more of? Less of? • What’s something secret you love (can be funny & random) about your partner? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Honey: Try PayPal Honey for free at JoinHoney.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 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. __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been 3 years since we left our corporate jobs to work on ABG full time, and although our work looks very different from those days, there are some perks that we still miss. From benefits, to even just office supplies – what are the parts of working in Corporate that worked for us? Do we miss the “stability” of a corporate career? And, on the flip side, what are we very happy to have left behind? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Honey: Try PayPal Honey for free at JoinHoney.com/ABG • Lululemon: Shop the Hotty Hot Shorts and more at lululemon.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we’re talking about sex. No, not the juicy details! But the awkward conversation you may or may not have had with your parents (for me, my auntie) about the birds and the bees. Are you feeling awkward yet? haha In this episode, I also recount how the conversation of sex was brought up and how my mother showed up for me in a way I never expected. __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to conflict with friends and family, it can be difficult to clearly express and elucidate your emotions. Particularly when you factor in cultural differences and generational gaps. Relating Between the Lines (RBTL), a school for relational education, has made it their mission to equip people with the tools they need to navigate these conversations. The co-founders of RBTL, Stephanie and Norman, join us to share how their personal experiences informed their emotional development and walk us through techniques for how you can improve your relationships and communication skills. Through live and online learning experiences, RBTL helps people embrace conflict, befriend emotions, listen deeply, and express authentically. As a first-generation Chinese-Vietnamese American woman, Stephanie seeks to empower Asian women to believe in their natural gifts, step into leadership roles, and take up space through mastery and embodiment of their emotional intelligence and soft skills. Norman is on a mission to “queer-eye” communication by sharing what he’s learned as a gay neurodivergent (ADHD 2e) man trying to find a sense of belonging in a world that is not designed for people like him. __________________________________________ Hosts: Janet Wang and Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Stitch Fix: Get 25% off your purchase at stitchfix.com/ABG • Relating Between the Lines: Self-Guided Course - Get 10% off the RBTL Self-Guided Course at https://bit.ly/rbtl-sgc-abg Cohort-Based Course - Get 10% off the RBTL Lite or Signature 6-week experience after you apply and are accepted into the October 2023 cohort at https://bit.ly/rbtl-abg Referral Name - AsianBossGirl __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest answers all of life’s burning questions. “I feel like I’ve lost myself. I don’t know who I am anymore. How do I find myself again?” “How do I live a more intentional life?” “I want to be present for my family and make Partner, but how can I do both?” “What are some tactical ways to overcome burnout?” Bea Kim is an Executive & Life Coach who primarily serves working parents, high-potential leaders and executives, and she has worked directly with larger companies like Google, Adobe, and Facebook. She is also a group coach for the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Helen here! I am all about tactical advice, and less about the woo-woo (even though Wu is my last name ;)). Bea Kim provides just that in this episode – tangible ways to lead a more intentional life. Straight from our editor: “Bea is so insightful and such a great speaker! I feel like I learned a lot that could be applied to my life, even though I'm not a parent.” If you resonated with this episode, share in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On 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 Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This 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 ritual? If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a meditating emoji in the comments, and if you feel so inspired, please share with me where you are in your meditation journey! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a society, we typically eat three meals a day, so nothing brings people together as much as food. Especially GOOD food. Today’s guest is a model turned therapist turned chef - Ronnie Woo, the author of a new cookbook, “Did You Eat Yet?” which celebrates his Asian and American heritage. What should you cook for someone on a 1st date? What dish will help you lock in a relationship? And what makes food sexy? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Bad" Habits. Are they really that bad? In today's episode, I bring on my first guest onto this mini show. You may know her from AsianBossGirl, Helen Wu! We share our most embarrassing habits (who else picks their noses?), the bad habits we do behind closed doors, the habits that annoy us like no other, and the bad habits we were able to transform into good. What are some habits you're trying to get rid of? __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most difficult life transitions someone can go through is letting go of a relationship and going through the process of a divorce. It’s a deeply personal journey, so we are extremely grateful that our dear friend Cathy Nguyen is joining us today to share how her experience with divorce has given her a new perspective on motherhood and self-love. Cathy has been on the ABG podcast before, but you may also recognize her from Wong Fu Productions’ “Strangers, Again” and “Strangers Never Again” series, or her social content featuring her incredible relationship with her daughter, Isla. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Coffee Meets Bagel: Download Coffee Meets Bagel, the dating app for serious daters here • Honey: Try PayPal Honey for free at JoinHoney.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Couples often wonder how to maintain their romantic spark after having a baby. HOW DO YOU KEEP THE FIRE GOING?!?! On this week’s episode of Spill the Baby Tea, Helen brings on to the podcast her husband, @wongfuphil, to openly talk about what’s worked for the two of them. Practicing self-care, scheduling in sexaYy time, learning how to be a good teammate, and gutturally laughing about it all when they’re both butt-nekked in bed for survival mode, rather than for funsies. Having a baby can be tough on a relationship, but it can also deepen your connection. We hope the insights on this episode will help you to maintain a strong bond with your partner during this time of change. Love, in the time of diapers. If you have any other tips or suggestions for how to keep your relationship strong after having a baby, share in the comments of AsianBossGIrl’s latest Instagram post, linked here. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the face of pervasive racism and stereotyping, particularly in recent years, it’s important for all minority communities to stand together in solidarity. On today’s episode, we’ve invited Janine Oda and Ryan Alexander Holmes to sit with us and discuss their experiences growing up Black and Asian. How did their mixed families, and the way that society viewed them, affect their personal cultural identities? Janine is an actress, who you may recognize from Wong Fu Productions’ Yappie, Everything Before Us, or Traif: An Unkosher Series. Ryan is an actor and content creator who uses his story and voice to encourage others of mixed ethnic/cultural backgrounds to fully embrace who they are. You may have seen his bilingual skits on TikTok, or his roles in The Morning Show and Dear White People. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 >< Listen in as I share my personal experiences, what I learned from research, and also tips from other listeners. What is considered healthy poop? How long should it take for you to go? Is there such a thing as stress poops? Should healthy poop float? How can I have better poops? We’ll go into all of these and more in today’s episode! Leave a 💩 and share any tips you have to stay - ahem - regular! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve discussed cultural identity many times on this podcast, but today we wanted to put a more personal lens on the topic, and talk about experiences and habits that make us Asian. Going beyond outward appearances, what are ways in which we find comfort and pride in being Asian? Whether it’s celebrating cultural traditions, or realizing that you’re slowly morphing into your grandparents/parents, the answer to this question looks different for every individual. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have never lived alone. Yes, I'm well into my 30's and I always had roommates, housemates...you name it. In my 20's, living with someone was a means to an end (LA rent is expensive!) and I definitely faced some insecurities with this situation. Now, in my 30's living with people comes with both tangible reasons and other benefits I now truly value. Do you live alone or also have roommates? Take a listen & let me know if you can relate! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve reflected on the ups and downs of relationships before, but today we’re specifically going to focus on those small, stupid conflicts that are insignificant in the grand scheme of things, and yet so infuriating in the moment. Whether it’s adjusting to each others’ daily living habits or going through life transitions together, there’s always going to be some things your partner does that annoys you. However, in the end it’s all about how you communicate and compromise to resolve these little frustrations. These stories have all been “okayed” by our partners, so listen in as Mel shares her sacred morning routine, Janet talks about adjusting to life as a dog mom, and Helen reveals how she once… “ass-chucked” her husband?? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode – we are answering some ASSUMPTIONS that people have about moms and being a parent! Isn’t being a stay at home mom like being on vacation? If you WANT a child, doesn’t that mean you should be prepared to take on the responsibilities? Are women really less desirable and sexy ONCE they become moms? Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [00:59] – My Drool of the Week – being present with friends while chasing a toddler [03:21] – My Giggle of the Week – a very social and giggly 16-month-old [06:50] – We know what we’re doing as new parents [10:02] – We don’t need help! [13:33] – SAHMs have it easy [15:05] – Moms are not sexy [18:34] – We’re all struggling [19:34] – Outro What are your thoughts about the assumptions shared on this podcast? Share your thoughts in the comments of AsianBossGIrl’s latest Instagram post, linked here. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most 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 keep in touch? Was there ever any romance potential? And how would we feel if any of our partners had a work wife? Tag your work bestie in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Honey: Try PayPal Honey for free at JoinHoney.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’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. So in honor of Earth month I want to celebrate all the strides we have made so that we can be motivated to continue making them. Here are some GOOD pieces of news about significant improvements we’ve made in the world over the last few years. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave an earth emoji in the comments of our IG post! And if you feel so inspired, share with me what small actions you’ll be taking to help the planet. Sources: https://www.mic.com/impact/climate-change-good-news https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/04/10/here-are-all-the-positive-environmental-stories-from-2023-so-far https://earth.org/15-things-you-can-do-to-help-the-planet/ https://www.wwf.org.uk/thingsyoucando https://www.un.org/en/actnow/ten-actions __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of our biggest goals for this year was to start simulcasting, aka releasing our podcast in both audio and video formats. This is a big step for us, and you can now find our faces on YouTube, while still enjoying the show on all the usual podcast apps! We thought this would be a perfect time to talk about other aspects of our lives that we are growing in this year, and what we’re excited for in the rest of 2023. From more time with friends and family, to some blue-sky dreams in progress, join us for a candid conversation about personal growth in our career, relationships, and self! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. Paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. • Mid Pacific: For more info, visit CapRadio.org and listen wherever you get your podcasts • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ABG2023 at issuu.com/podcast __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we’re going to be exploring something I’ve always had in the back of my mind and it relates to love. For the longest time, even before my current relationship, I knew I would struggle with saying, “I love you”. Where did this fear come from? What is my definition of romantic love? What does it mean for my current relationships? Tune in to find out! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. Paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be beautiful? Today’s guest, Michelle Lee, has been a trailblazer in the fashion and editorial worlds, most notably pushing for the removal of “anti-aging” language from Allure Magazine. She’s got an impressive resume, from Editor in Chief of Allure and NYLON, to VP of Global Editorial & Publishing at Netflix, and her work has always been committed to inclusion and producing nuanced cultural conversations. She now runs her own consultancy – advising beauty, lifestyle, and wellness brands on marketing, product development, and multicultural audience strategy. All while being a mom of three and having amazing nail game! Listen in as Michelle joins us for an in-depth conversation on how she overcame bullying as a child, how to learn from mentors and forge your own path as an intrapreneur, and the importance of doing skincare and wearing makeup for yourself. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. Paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. • Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off your entire order by visiting FastGrowingTrees.com/abg • Mid Pacific: For more info, visit CapRadio.org and listen wherever you get your podcasts • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Love & Pies by Trailmix Games: Free to download in the Apple Store or Google Play __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener asked to talk about my postpartum recovery one year out – how has my body healed? The skin around my belly? How is my mental state? Am I exercising? Do I feel “like myself” again? How did I shed the pregnancy lbs? I share in this episode how I felt about my pregnancy body, my just-gave-birth-why-do-I-still-look-like-I-have-a-4-month-old-body, my weaning body, and where I am now. Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [01:10] – My Drool of the Week – Our first toddler tantrum [03:37] – My Giggle of the Week – Balance [05:26] – Pregnancy body image [08:29] – Immediately after giving birth [09:43] – 3 months postpartum [11:29] – Weaning [14:16] – Working out again [18:09] – My mental state [20:47] – Important question to ask yourselves as parents [23:52] – Outro Every woman’s experience is different with their postpartum recovery. Thank you for allowing me to share mine. Share your experience in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post! I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, we are so honored to have Filipina actress Ivory Aquino grace us with her vibrant energy and help us wrap up Women’s History Month. This week also coincides with International Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31st), which celebrates the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people, while also bringing awareness to the work that is needed to achieve trans justice (GLSEN). As a trans woman, Ivory describes her childhood as “a push and pull of joy and questioning.” Born and raised in the Philippines, Ivory moved to the US to study at Berklee College of Music. An accomplished singer, dancer, and actor, Ivory is best known for portraying transgender activist Cecilia Chung in the miniseries “When We Rise” and being cast as Alysia Yeoh in DC Film’s “Batgirl.” Her powerful stories remind us why it is so important to approach the unknown with curiosity, rather than fear. For more information on how you can support and donate to the trans community, visit the following resource links: The Trevor Project Human Rights Campaign __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Love & Pies by Trailmix Games: Free to download in the Apple Store or Google Play • Mid Pacific: For more info, visit CapRadio.org and listen wherever you get your podcasts • Liquid IV: Receive 20% off your order using promo code ABG at liquid-iv.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 mission, this episode explores happiness in my own life and prompts you to think about it in yours. If you enjoyed this episode, please share your unique formula for happiness and leave a simple, classic smile emoji in the comments of our IG post! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As women, we are often made to feel like our accomplishments are not worth celebrating, or that the struggles we go through are just something we have to bear with a smile. Whether intentional or not, this messaging can come from strangers, our governments, work, and even people we know. There are many days where we can be hard on ourselves, when it feels like things are not going as planned. So this Women’s History Month, we want to take a moment to celebrate the people and moments in life (big or small) that give us strength and make us feel empowered. Through the ups and downs of life, our sisters and close girlfriends uplift us and make us feel like badasses. Even if the world tells us we are “past our prime,” we take pride in our life experiences and practices that sustain us. May this episode be a tonic on a rough day. Or an energy boost on a good day! It’s a love note to our ABGs, and for ourselves, and a reminder that we have always been enough. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Liquid IV: Receive 20% off your order using promo code ABG at liquid-iv.com • Lume Deodorant: New customers get $5 off a Lume Starter Pack with code ABG at LumeDeodorant.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi! It's Mel & I'm back with a new mini show. As the youngest & baby of the ABG trio, I have a lot of questions about everything. I've been told I ask the things people are afraid to ask (because they're afraid to look dumb 😅). In this show, there is no such thing as dumb questions ;) and just an exploration of my curiosity about life. From those random shower thoughts, that personal question buried deep, to those random in between moments, we’re going to explore all of those in No Dumb Questions with Mel. Today, we go off to the deep end & I share how my loss of value led me to something new. __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Receiving feedback on your performance in the workplace is always nerve-wracking, particularly when these review processes are tied to your compensation and perceived value. We started our careers working 9to5 jobs and we came to expect periodic performance reviews – most often annually, but sometimes even quarterly. This process can look different depending on the company. There are self-assessments, peer assessments, and what’s called the 360 review, which involves a full circle of feedback from employees to peers to managers. For anyone who may have these dreaded evaluations coming up, we wanted to share our positive and negative experiences, discuss whether we preferred informal or formal review processes, and even give each other constructive feedback as business partners! Resources: • 360 Feedback Survey Questions • Performance Appraisals in the Workplace • 360 Employee Feedback Survey Example __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. Paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. • Love & Pies by Trailmix Games: Free to download in the Apple Store or Google Play • Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test by visiting ModernFertility.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Traveling with a baby or toddler is no joke! In this episode, I recount our first flight with a squirmy toddler and summarize everything I learned – from the best times to book your flight, tips to swiftly get through the airport, my 5 most used items on the plane, and so much more. Travel bag mentioned: @noreceptionclub - use “helen20” for $20 off Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [01:00] – My Drool of the Week – Separation anxiety! [03:06] – My Giggle of the Week – Being present, enjoying the moments [05:54] – Pre-travel prep: Booking times and booking seats [13:06] – Check-in vs. carryon [18:17] – TSA and liquids [22:24] – 5 most used products on the flight [25:54] – Outro Nothing about traveling with kids is easy, but it’s always worth it. Hopefully, this helps you as you’re preparing for your travels. The more you know, and the better prepared you are, the better your experience will be not only for yourself but for your kid too. This is only our first flight with a toddler, so especially to all the veteran parent travelers out there – let us know your travel tips and tricks! Share your experience in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post linked here. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March is Women’s History Month, so we invited Alex Pham and Candyce Ha of the FBI (that’s right, the Federal Bureau of Investigation) to share their experiences with you all! We’ve always seen intelligence agencies portrayed in Hollywood movies and TV shows, but today, we get a first hand account of how accurate those depictions are to reality. What is the training process like for new agents or staff members? What’s the most rewarding part of the job? And how many pull-ups do you have to do? Whether you’ve considered working for the FBI, or you’re just as curious as we were about this line of work, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Alex Pham is a Special Agent assigned to work Counterterrorism matters. She often travels overseas to Southeast Asian countries to fulfill the FBI’s mission internationally through liaison efforts. She’s also one of the Diversity & Inclusion Coordinators for the LA Division, responsible for promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity within the FBI workforce and local communities. Candyce is a Community Outreach Specialist overseeing the Los Angeles Division’s AAPI program. She focuses on strengthening ties with AAPI organizational partners, with the goal to cultivate a safe and more inclusive community. For more info about the FBI and Career opportunities, check out the links below: • General Info: www.fbi.gov • Career info: www.fbijobs.gov • Twitter: @FBIJobs, @FBILosAngeles • Youtube: www.Youtube.com/FBI • LinkedIn: www.Linkedin.com/Company/FBI __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off your entire order by visiting FastGrowingTrees.com/abg • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“I got no time to lose / 내 길었던 하루 / 난 보고 싶어 / ra-ta-ta-ta…” are the lyrics that have been stuck in our heads ever since we discovered NewJeans, a 5-member Korean girl group that has infiltrated our playlists with their bright and youthful vibes. After their debut in July of 2022, NewJeans quickly skyrocketed to fame. Nowadays, their dance challenges and songs like “Hype Boy” and “OMG” are seen/heard all across TikTok. Even if you’re not a fan of the group, it’s hard not to have heard of them! So what makes this new girl group so popular, and how are they different from other K-Pop groups? On today’s episode, we give a brief overview of NewJeans’ career so far, how we discovered them, and particular aspects of their music and background that could have contributed to their success. Now that we’ve got your Attention, take a moment to make sure that you are up to date on your COVID vaccines! Getting the updated vaccines allowed us to attend events like these with more confidence, all while helping to reduce the spread of COVID in our community. With more opportunities to attend these fun live shows, you want to make sure you’re keeping yourself & your loved ones safe! Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. This episode was paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. This episode was paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi K-Dreamers! This episode, for the time being, will be my LAST episode of K-Dreaming with Mel. 😭 This may sound like a shock to some & know that I still love K-Dramas & K-Pop very much. When we started these mini show series, it was a bit of an exploration of topics for us. At the time, I was very excited to explore the realm of Korean entertainment through a podcast. However, as time moved on, I realized there is much more I want to share with you all. SO with that, I will still be having a mini show & am excited to show an even more vulnerable side of me through it. More details will be shared through our social media along the way 😘 For now & always, I will still be consuming a lot of K-Drama & K-Pop content. I mean Part 2 of The Glory is coming out & I am very excited for it. Lastly, I want to say THANK YOU to those who have joined me with Kdreaming. Thank you so SO much! With that, let’s kick off our last topic that I know we all have many thoughts on…Comparing Western & Asian Dating Shows! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last 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 experience with egg freezing is unique and personal, but she hopes today’s conversation can give valuable insight to anyone who is considering or starting egg freezing. Listen to Episode 183: Janet’s Egg Freezing Journey - Giving Yourself Time to Start a Family if you’d like to hear more about Janet’s story! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test by visiting ModernFertility.com/ABG • Liquid IV: Receive 20% off your order using promo code ABG at liquid-iv.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mom guilt is real, and when a bad day makes you feel like a bad mom, just know that you are everything your child needs. I wanted to take this episode to share what mom guilt is (cuz it absolutely is real!), when and how it shows up, how it evolves, and how we can overcome it. No mom is perfect, and every mom makes mistakes. But often, to your kids, even those ‘mistakes’ can be exactly what they need. Your kids think you are the best mom even if you forced a missed nap, watched too much TV, or ate dumplings for dinner for the x-th time this week. Let’s normalize the conversation and talk about it all. Mom guilt - the good, the bad, the guilty. Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [01:03] – My Giggle of the Week – Eating out with a toddler [02:33] – My Drool of the Week – Dropping the second nap!! Nooo [04:25] – What is mom guilt? [06:45] – When and why does mom guilt show up? [16:32] – 5 ways to manage mom guilt [22:10] – Outro I’d love to hear if you also have had or are dealing with mom guilt, and perhaps, what your strategies are to overcome it. Let’s continue learning from one another and helping each other through this journey of parenthood. Share your experience in the comments of AsianBossGirl’s latest Instagram post. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Working in an office setting means that there are often situations where small talk is required. Before meetings, in elevators, and what’s commonly referred to as “water cooler conversations” in the break room. But maybe you’re someone who hates small talk, or maybe you just don’t have any idea what conversation topics to bring up with your colleagues, managers, and bosses. Do you play it safe and stick to topics of sports, TV shows, and pop culture? Or do you show some vulnerability with coworkers to try and form deeper relationships with your coworkers? In this episode, we share some of our personal stories and the different topics we had to study up on to navigate these water cooler conversations. Between all our backgrounds in different industries, from finance, to UX design, to fashion and media, we found that our experiences and interactions with colleagues also differed from one another. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Love & Pies by Trailmix Games: Free to download in the Apple Store or Google Play __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I 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 to explore the question: what happens when you meet your person, later in life? Listen to this episode to find out! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past few months, we’ve received many questions about the topic of Love ❤️ - and now that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, we felt this would be the perfect time to address some of these questions! From the serious questions (How important is getting married/living together vs. status quo/being happy?), to tricky situations (What if I love him, but not his political opinions?), we offer advice based on our own personal experiences and reflect on what love means to us in all its forms. What does love look like to you? How does it differ between your family, friends, colleagues, or partner? Let us know in the comments of our recent Instagram post! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello K-Dreamers! There's nothing hotter than my boyfriend liking K-Dramas as much as me...jk. But in all seriousness, I find that when my partner & I like the same type of shows, it has made our lounge time & our connection stronger. I've been in relationships before where our show preferences were off (I share more about this in the ep) and it played a role in our lack of compatibility. Today, as a K-Drama lover, I wanted to share some dramas that I think your partner would like (let's suck them into our K-Drama world)! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unexpected and dreaded layoffs may have just happened at your company, and if your job was unfortunately impacted… What should you do next? In recent months, we’ve seen staggering numbers of layoffs in the news, and how this has affected many of our friends working in corporate. To provide additional support and resources, we invited Matt Ogawa, the Vice President of HR Business Partners at Meta Inc., to help shed some light on the other side of the layoffs conversation. You may be wondering: Could I have improved my performance to prevent a layoff? How early do companies know that layoffs are in the pipeline? And what’s the best way to respond to interview questions when you’re asked about your previous role? Matt’s team at Meta focuses on organizational design, talent management, and leadership coaching. He’s also involved in many facets of the API community and is the Executive Advisor for Meta’s API resource group. Having been on both sides of the layoff process, he knows how difficult these situations are for impacted employees. We hope this episode can provide clarity and helpful advice as you find your footing and regain your sense of security again. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test by visiting ModernFertility.com/ABG • The Lavendaire Lifestyle: Discover new episodes every Sunday on YouTube, Spotify, & Apple Podcasts, or visit lavendaire.com to learn more. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The postpartum period, or the “4th” trimester, can look different for many people depending on one’s cultural and societal expectations for this period of time. For me, all expectations went out the window and were guided by the one and only, Momma Wu. My mom stayed with me for a month to administer my postpartum confinement period, aka 坐月子, which literally translates to “sit for one month”. Many believe this is one of the most important periods when the mother must let her body recover and be well-nourished with confinement meals high in nutrients that aid in every step of recovery. So, what did I eat? Did I sleep? Did I shower? Did it work?! I share all of that on today’s episode. Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [01:40] – My Giggle of the Week – Getting a Nanny [04:53] – My Drool of the Week – How much time are we giving our loved ones? [06:21] – What is the postpartum confinement period? [07:46] – What Day 1 looked like [09:37] – Why are confinement period foods so important during this time? [13:30] – Confinement personal hygiene practices [18:51] – Cultural and generational differences [22:24] – Conclusion – did it work!? After you’ve taken a listen, let me know in the comments of our IG post, linked here, if you related to this episode in any way. If you also experienced “sitting month”, I would love to hear about it! How did your confinement period differ from my experience, or was it very similar? Did you have your mom administer your confinement period? Or did your MIL do it, which I could see being even more intense with all the things you might hold back on saying! Or did you hire a confinement nanny? And if you’re planning on doing it – what are you most looking forward to? As always, thank you for allowing me to share my personal journey with you all. I have so much more to learn and would love to continue connecting and learning from all of you out there. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We just celebrated Lunar New Year, and a lot of us took time to clean up our spaces and revive the energy around our homes. As we went through this process, one question that came to our minds was: how do we optimize our surroundings according to feng shui? Feng Shui is the Ancient Chinese Art of arranging objects in an environment to achieve a balance of harmony. Today, we’re talking to Sara Jane Ho, the star of Netflix’s Mind Your Manners and the founder of Chinese finishing school, Institute Sarita, where students are taught etiquette and lifetime skills. She has an extensive background in the art of feng shui, and she shares with us some best practices, such as where to place your bed, the importance of having a commanding position in your workspace, and how to decorate your living space with balance and respect for your home in mind. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Liquid IV: Receive 20% off your order using promo code ABG at liquid-iv.com • The Lavendaire Lifestyle: Discover new episodes every Sunday on YouTube, Spotify, & Apple Podcasts, or visit lavendaire.com to learn more. • Let’s Get Deep: Get 20% off this card game with code ABG at whatdoyoumeme.com/letsgetdeep • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a water drop emoji in the comments of our IG post! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a big holiday season, and with even more holidays coming up in the next two months, it can be difficult to find personal time to recharge and relax. Especially when you have to balance your own plans with your Significant Other’s! This was Helen’s first year as a family of 3 with a toddler, while Mel and Janet spent the holidays with SO’s for the first time in a while. From traveling to meet family, to triple birthday celebrations, our social calendars were more packed than usual! On today’s episode, we discuss how we managed to balance all these events, the gripes and tensions that came up along the way, and what lessons we learned from these experiences. One way to make gatherings less stressful is by staying up to date with your COVID vaccines! Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. This episode was paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Leave us a clock emoji in our Instagram post if you also need some time away from your partner! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find updated vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. This episode was paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • Shopify: Sign up for a free trial at shopify.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello K-dreamers! Welcome back to another episode & happy new year! For today, I wanted to give everyone the tea and share the latest updates in pop culture and celebrity gossip. Call it a guilty pleasure of mine…but I LOVE celebrity news. Plenty happened this past winter break: 1) We have a Crash Landing baby! 2) Song Joong Ki publicly announced his new relationship & 3) IU & Lee Jong Suk are dating!! Join me as I recount the latest Korean celeb news that made my heart flutter & jaw drop! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. Paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last Fall, our first children’s book “Lucky Cat” made its way onto bookshelves all around the world. Since then, we’ve had such a heartwarming response from parents and kids who have loved June and her family’s story as immigrants in America, along with their adorable and magical Lucky Cat. Writing a children’s book has always been a “blue-sky goal” for us, and we’re so proud to share our journey with you all today, a process that stretched over the course of several years. From being contacted by a UK publisher, to where we found inspiration for the story, and the several drafts of revisions, we really got a crash course in what it takes for a book to come to life! Joining us to discuss our creative process is our amazing illustrator, Eunice Chen. Eunice is an Asian-American artist who lives in New York City with her husband, son, and corgi. After building a 10-year career in education, she returned to her childhood love of art, which led her to our stunning picture book that you can hold in your hands today! We are currently holding a book drive to donate 2,500 copies of “Lucky Cat” to libraries and early childhood literacy. Join us in bringing greater representation in children’s storytelling and sharing the Lucky Cat story!​​​​​​​​ Check out https://donorbox.org/lucky-cat-jan-2023-book-drive for more information. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test by visiting ModernFertility.com/ABG Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com • Vaccines: Find vaccines near you at vaccines.gov. Paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In January of 2021, we sat down with Carla, a Spiritual Medium, Healer, and Intuitive Counselor, who we got to ask about our FUTURES. Mel and Janet asked for insight in their searches for life partners, Helen received recommendations on areas to focus on and strengthen, and the three of us asked for advice for ABG’s success and longevity. Almost two years later, we’re reviewing what Carla read in our futures and comparing it to our lives today! Especially given the recent romance in Mel and Janet’s lives. What came to fruition within the last 2 years? What may still be coming around the corner in 2023? Check out Episode 98: We Did A Psychic Reading, to hear more of our original predictions, and learn more about Carla and her services at guidedbydivine.com! Have you ever had a psychic reading? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s our final episode of the year (and also coincidentally our 200th episode!) 2022 certainly flew by, and as we prepare for the New Year, we wanted to take the time to reflect on the 5 Ws (who, what, when, where, and why) of this eventful year, both as individuals and as a company. From in-person meetups all around the world, to the publication of our first children’s book “Lucky Cat,” to the launch of our mini-shows, we’re so proud of where ABG is today and excited for what 2023 may hold. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Lomi: Get $50 off your Lomi using code ABG at lomi.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A 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 couple. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • McDonald’s: Get the Quarter Pounder with Cheese at a location near you! • Meditation for Women: Listen wherever you get your podcasts and visit linktr.ee/womensmeditationnetwork to learn more • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • Lululemon: Shop the best gifts now at lululemon.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays from ABG! To celebrate our favorite time of year, we thought it’d be fun to play a Holiday-themed game… and get a little tipsy ;) Grab your favorite drink of choice and play along with us as we reveal which one of us would build the best gingerbread house, who’s most likely to bring an unwanted guest to dinner, and who might be drunk before the New Year countdown? If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Episode 95: Who’s Most Likely to Be Drunk at a Holiday Dinner??? for more Drinks and Games with ABG! Tag a friend in the comments who would be the most likely to date Santa 🎅 __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Shopify: Sign up for a free trial at shopify.com/abg • Lomi: Get $50 off your Lomi using code ABG at lomi.com/ABG • Rocket Money: Start canceling your unwanted subscriptions & save money at RocketMoney.com/abg • NordPass: Get a 3-month free trial with code ABG at nordpass.com/abg • Lululemon: Shop the best gifts now at lululemon.com • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Winter holidays are the best time for gathering with friends and family to eat lots of food. But planning these events can get stressful quickly - that’s why potlucks are a great way to get together without too much pressure on the host. But have you ever wondered about potluck etiquette? What’s an acceptable dish to bring if you really don’t like to cook? How do leftovers get shared? We discuss these potentially sticky situations so everyone can avoid all faux pas and sail smoothly through the holiday season! Our most important etiquette tip is this: during this time of gathering, it’s important to keep everyone safe and healthy so all the festivities can be enjoyed. Thank you to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Resources for sponsoring today’s episode! As you attend parties this holiday season, be sure to schedule an appointment for your free updated vaccine. Find updated COVID vaccines for everyone 5 years and up at vaccines.gov today! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov • McDonald’s: Get the Quarter Pounder with Cheese at a location near you! • NordPass: Get a 3-month free trial with code ABG at nordpass.com/abg • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg • Lululemon: Shop the best gifts now at lululemon.com • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season is upon us! It’s the time of year where everyone gathers to spend time with loved ones - family, friends, and that special someone in your life. Amidst all the potlucks and parties, you may find yourself having to introduce your Significant Other to friends and family for the very first time. Or, you may have the equally intimidating task of meeting their loved ones - how can you prepare? On today’s episode, we share our tips for these first-time meetings based on our personal experiences: When is the best time to introduce your SO to family and friends? After you first start dating? Or when things get really serious? And what sort of gifts should you bring when meeting your SO’s parents for the first time? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov • Almost 30: Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit almost30.com for more information about courses, membership, and upcoming events, and follow them @almost30podcast • Lululemon: Shop the best gifts now at lululemon.com • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com • Sweet or Savory with Alyssa and AJ: Catch new episodes every week on Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts and follow them @sweetorsavorypod • Comcast: Visit ComcastRise.com to find local RISE winners to support! __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The 36 Questions That Lead to Love” by Daniel Jones on The New York Times challenges friends and couples to be candid through a series of personal questions. There are three sets of twelve questions each, with increasing levels of vulnerability. This activity is based on a psychology study that explored how intimate and honest conversation creates connection and increases closeness, even if the participants were strangers at the start. After starting a podcast and business together, we know a lot about one another, but we wanted to challenge ourselves in this episode to explore even deeper levels of closeness through this activity. Tune in as we share what our perfect day looks like, how often we sing to ourselves, and what one quality or ability we would want to gain. As yet another year comes to a close, it’s always nice to look back on past episodes and hear what’s changed over the years. Today we’re playing one of Janet’s favorite episodes: our very first episode of Season 4 (we’re now on Season 16!), which she loves for the intimate conversation we shared while recording. We answered Set I in this episode, but you can also go back to listen to Part 2 on Episode 37: 36 Questions to Fall in Love (Part II). Leave us a heart in the comments if you would explore these questions with a friend, acquaintance, or stranger! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • Sweet or Savory with Alyssa and AJ: Catch new episodes every week on Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts and follow them @sweetorsavorypod __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year has been jam-packed with new life experiences. As our baby reaches the ripe age of 1 (very soon!), I wanted to bring my husband, Philip Wang, on to the pod to talk about what it’s been like to take on this new identity of a parent. If we could turn back time, what is a piece of advice we would’ve told ourselves one year ago today? What is something we didn’t know or expect to happen in the first year as new parents that surprised us? Becoming a parent is a major life transition, and all transitions, no matter how eagerly anticipated, are accompanied by stress, fear, and lots of unknowns. We’re ecstatic that we survived the first year. And grateful that we can impart what we’ve learned to everyone that tunes in. Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [01:38] – My Giggle and Drool of the Week [09:09] – What would we tell ourselves as new parents, one year ago today? [28:49] – Something we didn’t expect to happen in the first year as new parents, that did happen! [44:12] – Outro After you’ve taken a listen, let me know in the comments of our IG post if you related to this episode in any way. What are some lessons that you can share with first time parents? Is there anything we missed in this episode that you would like to add? As always, thank you for allowing me to share my personal journey with you all. I have so much more to learn and would love to continue connecting and learning from all of you out there. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov • Lomi: Get $50 off your Lomi using code ABG at lomi.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keke Palmer has questions for days, about everything under the sun. From the existential to the inconsequential. From pop culture to pop science. From the meaning of life to the meaning of W.A.P. From life in outer space to “Where the eff is Tom from MySpace?“ And everything in between. Because Baby, this is Keke Palmer, and she is here for All. Of. It. Each week, the multi-talented Keke is taking you on a journey down the rabbit hole on a topic that she cannot stop obsessing over. She’ll also get deep with special guests, trying to answer the questions that keep us up at night. We are getting INTO IT. Listen to Baby, this is Keke Palmer Only on Amazon Music: www.amazon.com/BTIKP_us_pfd_AA_110122 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 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. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Blissy: Try now risk-free for 60 nights. Get 30% off with code ABG at Blissy.com/ABG • Lululemon: Shop the best gifts now at lululemon.com • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com • Shopify: Sign up for a free trial at shopify.com/abg • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some 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 session is? Or the average amount of times a woman masturbates in a week? Interested in tips for achieving orgasm with and without a partner? Want to know popular ways women use vibrators during sex with a partner? We answer all these questions, and more. Anna was also a guest on the AsianBossGirl podcast last year - you can check out Episode 144: Let’s Talk Orgasms with Lioness Co-founder Anna Lee, to learn more about her very unique story and all the interesting work she and her company are doing in sexual health. Anna’s Favorite Sex Toys: Pure Want by njoy Classic Bullet Vibrator by Je Joue Questions with Benefits Card Game by Lioness Sources: 10 Surprising Health Benefits of Sex, WebMD 17 Benefits of Masturbation That Show Masturbating is Good For You, MBG __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Framebridge: Starts at just $39 plus FREE shipping! Place your order today at framebridge.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is truly a Boss, whose embodiment of courage and power is reflected in her physical prowess as much as her inner strength. Bi Nguyen, also known as “Killer Bee,” is a professional MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter, actress, and self defense coach. From growing up as a Vietnamese refugee, to escaping an abusive relationship at age 20, Bi now tells her survival story to empower women and encourage them to embrace female duality. Join us as Bi shares how she reclaimed her own power through MMA fighting, where the name “Killer Bee” originated, and the meaning of “making your own luck.” Trigger Warning: Please note that this episode covers sensitive topics like domestic violence. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Rocket Money: Start canceling your unwanted subscriptions & save money at RocketMoney.com/abg • Lomi: Get $50 off your Lomi using code ABG at lomi.com/ABG • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com • Lululemon: Shop the best gifts now at lululemon.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello K-Dreamers! We are quickly approaching the end of 2022 and the end of a full year of K-Drama watching. There were some dramas that quickly became a fan favorite, like “Little Women”, and sleeper hits that we didn't expect to love so much, like “Extraordinary Attorney Woo.” There were also shows we just did NOT like (side note: Is it just me, or does no one talk about the K-Dramas they dislike out loud?) For today’s episode, I thought it would be fitting to talk through the Best & Worst Kdramas of 2022! Join me and my friend Anna as we chat through our personal favorites, and ones that just did not hit the mark. Let me know in the comments what your top & bottom K-Dramas of 2022 are! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our office hours are back in session! We received so many questions for our last Office Hours episode that we had to separate them into a second part (you can listen to the first part here!). On this episode, TAs Helen, Mel, and Janet tackle tough questions like: How do we field out the fuckbois vs. serious guys while dating? What are our favorite Self-Help books? And what’s our advice for young staff in corporate jobs? If you would like us to record more Office Hours episodes, leave us a comment with an apple or pencil emoji! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We started sleep training our little one at nine months, and it has been a bittersweet journey. For his first nine months of life, every single night we held him in our arms, rocking him back and forth, dipping him up and down, snuggling him until he found his way into a comfortable nook of our arms to fall asleep in. Our hearts were heavy to start the sleep training process – would he ever fall asleep in our arms again? But we were ready to sleep more than a few hours (usually 2 to 3 hours) at a time. We recently hit the 10-month regression and he’s been pulling himself up to stand in his crib so it’s a whole new ball game now! But for a whole month, our little one slept 10-12 hours straight each night. In this episode, I share how we got our lil bubs to fall asleep independently, putting him down fully awake in his crib between 7-8PM, to waking up ~5:30-7AM, i.e., through the night. I am so proud of our little boy for learning to sleep on his own!! I remember thinking how difficult those sleepless nights were. On us, and on him. But I wouldn’t trade those 9 months for anything

Halloween is just around the corner, and since the nights have gotten longer and colder, we’re in a spooky mood. In this episode, we’ll be sharing some creepy experiences we’ve had… both real and supernatural. From Helen’s harrowing travel story in India, to Mel and Janet’s eerie encounters in college, we recount the details of what happened… and discuss if there could have been anything other-worldly involved. Beware! This episode may not be for the faint of heart… Now it’s your turn - tell us about your own spooky experiences in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg • Blissy: Try now risk-free for 60 nights. Get 30% off with code ABG at Blissy.com/ABG • Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have 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 energy healing session? Or are you interested in trying it? Let me know in the comments! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test by visiting ModernFertility.com/ABG __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABG’s Office Hours are open! Today, we are the Teaching Assistants you’d go to for career, relationship, and life advice. We received questions from our Instagram - some for each of us individually, and some for all of us as a group. Grab a seat and listen in as we share tips on how to pick up corporate lingo, the best way to get used to doing activities independently, and our go-to snacks to have on hand for a long day of work. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Shopify: Sign up for a free trial at shopify.com/abg • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello K-Dreamers! Today’s episode is going to be SPICY! We're seriously entering the world of fantasy with this one! We're talking about our favorite Korean actors & actresses...and who we'd fck, marry, and kill. Who seems like the best kisser & the worst? Also, is there anyone with that BDE in the Korean drama world?! This episode is also pretty special, because I get to bring on my very first guest. Fun Fact: we also started a Korean drama club together called Seoulmates! My good friend, Anna Lee, joins me in this fantastical conversation! Warning: This may be the strongest fangirl level I've been on in a while lol! Tune into this episode & let me know who your top 3 Korean actor or actress hall passes would be! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss romantic relationships often on our podcast, but today, we’re putting the spotlight on friendships. Life is best lived with friends, those who become your chosen family, through all the ups and downs. But as we journey through different life stages, some friendships become passive, or fall apart altogether. What are the qualities we value in a close friend nowadays? How are those qualities similar or different to those we seek in a romantic partner? And how do we recover from the heartbreak of a lost friendship? Tag some of your lifelong friends and share one of your favorite memories together in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov __________________________________________ 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With any pregnancy, one of the most obvious and dramatic transformations is the physical one. As a first-time mom, I knew I’d be packing on the lbs throughout my pregnancy journey, but the weight gain and acceptance of this new body took time. I share in this episode what it was like to gain more than the recommended amount of weight for someone of my BMI during my pregnancy, the pressures to “bounce back” post-pregnancy, how my body changed, and also, how to (and not to) compliment someone who just gave birth. Society has always had a ridiculous standard on what women should look like post-birth. But a mother’s appearance after her baby isn’t what’s important, and we should not measure a mother by how quickly she can “bounce back.” Not now, not ever. With this episode, my hope is to encourage celebrating our bodies for what it has done, for what it IS doing, and for what it WILL do, not for what it once was. Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [00:43] – My Giggle and Drool of the Week [03:05] – Disclaimer [03:25] - How much weight should you gain from pregnancy? [07:29] – A baby is only on average 5-10lbs. Where does all the other pregnancy weight come from? [09:02] – Was there any pressure to “bounce back” to my pre-baby weight? [12:37] – What are my post-pregnancy goals? [13:39] – How my body has changed [15:58] – How to (and not to) compliment someone who just gave birth [17:33] - Appreciating our bodies for what it is doing and will do After you’ve taken a listen, let me know in the comments of our IG post what your experience has been like with the physical changes your body has gone through. Or, if you plan to be a mom one day, what did you hear in this episode that might’ve surprised you? As always, thank you for allowing me to share my personal journey with you all. I have so much more to learn and would love to continue connecting and learning from all of you out there. I hope you enjoy! #SpillTheBabyTea __________________________________________ Host: Helen Wu Editor: 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 • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sugaring, bikini waxes, Brazilians, and landing strips - do you know what all of these terms mean? The practice of personal grooming “down there” is not a topic that is often discussed, particularly among young Asian Americans. So whether you shave, wax, laser, or keep it natural, we’re here to share our tips and stories for anyone who wants to learn more about the waxing process. Since we just passed our 5 year anniversary, we thought it would be fun to replay one of our favorite episodes, all the way back to Episode 3! Whether you’re a new listener or a long-time fan, join us as we revisit some personal (and sometimes embarrassing) memories. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Those 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 learned, listen in! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test by visiting ModernFertility.com/ABG __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weddings are joyful, picture-perfect moments that couples will remember for years to come. But the months leading up to the Big Day can be extremely stressful and overwhelming; there are so many decisions to be made about flowers, guest lists, and venues. Today, we’ve brought an expert to help us navigate all your wedding planning questions! How to stay within budget, balance personal wants and needs with familial expectations, and honor cultural traditions on your special day. Our guest, Michelle Tu, has been a wedding planner and consultant for over 10 years. She founded her own event planning and design studio, Somni Events, in 2019 with the mission of producing timeless events that are authentic to every couple. She believes that the wedding planning process should be as enjoyable as the wedding day itself. What do you envision for your own wedding? Or, if you’re married, tell us about a special moment from that day! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello my K-Dreamers! Sigh… so I have a confession to make. I’m sure by now, you’ve read the episode title and are aware of a little secret I’ve been keeping. A lot of my friends and you all know I’m a fan of K-Pop. BUT not a lot of people actually know that I… auditioned for a Korean entertainment company. Yes, I auditioned, with the hopes of being in a K-Pop group. Tune into this episode to hear the full story and confessions of a (former) K-Pop idol wannabe lol! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AsianBossGirl just passed our 5th birthday! On September 21, 2017 we released our very first episode, “ABG - What’s in a Name?” At that time, this was very much a passion project - we were three girlfriends with corporate jobs, sitting around a table drinking wine, who decided to share our experiences as Asian American women with the Internet. Now, five years later, we’ve established a company, a community, and we’ve grown as individuals - all thanks to the amazing support we’ve received from you - our listeners! Thank you for spending your time with us, and reflect with us as we look back on our favorite episodes, compare our past and present aspirations, and send a message to our future selves. Cheers to the next 5 years! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov • Shopify: Get a free 14 day trial and full access to entire suite of features at shopify.com/abg • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s Talk About Boobs - breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, why my supply dipped, how I increased my supply, and how I see my boobs now. How does Philip see my boobs now?! Basically, everything related to my breastfeeding journey. This is the episode where we cover ALL of it. For any mommas out there who are on this seemingly endless, yet rewarding journey of nursing/pumping, know that I very much see you and I am here along the ride with you. And for all of you who are just curious and want to understand what the journey is like, we love to have you here too! Women are incredible, and our bodies are fascinating. Get a sense of what the women in your life have had to go through and find new appreciation for them by tuning in today

Kulap Vilaysack’s career path was not a linear one, but it landed her in Hollywood – from Nurse Kulap in Childrens Hospital to guest roles on Bob’s Burgers, The Office, and more. Over the course of her decades-long career, she has witnessed the media and entertainment industries evolve and change for the better. From her experiences as an actress, comedian, writer and showrunner, Kulap has seen that representation must start from the top of the ladder, and goes beyond simply casting diverse actors. On this episode, Kulap shares her own origin story, and how it led her to starting Laos Angeles, a movement for the Laos diaspora that seeks to amplify their identity and representation in mainstream media, as well as her favorite part of co-hosting the podcast “Add to Cart” with SuChin Pak (who we interviewed on Episode 181)! AsianBossGirl is turning 5 years old! To celebrate, we are hosting a Happy Hour event in Los Angeles on September 16th. RSVP at our Eventbrite link here! Cocktails, mocktails, and light bites will be provided. Spots are limited, so sign up soon! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Everlywell: Get 20% off your first at-home lab test at everlywell.com/abg • First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plant-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 eating style)? Listen to this episode to find out! AsianBossGirl is turning 5 years old! To celebrate, we are hosting a Happy Hour event in Los Angeles on September 16th. RSVP at our Eventbrite link here! Cocktails, mocktails, and light bites will be provided. Spots are limited, so sign up soon! __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you grew up in an Asian household, you may be familiar with certain rituals or practices that were taken very seriously by your parents, sometimes without much explanation. Beliefs such as, “drinking hot or room temperature water is better for you,” or “wearing slippers will keep your feet warm,” were ingrained in us growing up, but today, we are researching whether or not these beliefs are actually rooted in truth. Will your babies’ hair really grow back thicker if you shave their hair? Why shouldn’t you sleep with a mirror facing your bed? We tackle the questions you’ve always wanted to ask on this episode. What myths or beliefs did you grow up with? Do you know if it’s true or not? Leave us a comment to let us know! AsianBossGirl is turning 5 years old! To celebrate, we are hosting a Happy Hour event in Los Angeles on September 16th. RSVP at our Eventbrite link here! Cocktails, mocktails, and light bites will be provided. Spots are limited, so sign up soon! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to another episode of K-Dreaming with Mel! Today, I want to talk about a K-Drama that I feel like has made it to everyone's watch list, has taken over my social media stories, and has been leaving everyone (including myself) with such a good feeling. That drama is of course, Extraordinary Attorney Woo! Woo to the Young to the Woo! Resources: • Polygon Article AsianBossGirl is turning 5 years old! To celebrate, we are hosting a Happy Hour event in Los Angeles on September 16th. RSVP at our Eventbrite link here! Cocktails, mocktails, and light bites will be provided. Spots are limited, so sign up soon! __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As 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 to shed light on parts of the procedure that may seem scary to some (costs, medication, etc.), the ups and downs of the egg freezing process, and how this whole experience has given her more awareness of her own body. For more information about egg freezing and IVF, you can also listen to our episode with Dr. Huang. Resources: • Reproductive Partners • ReUnite Assist (ReUniteRX.com) • FertilitySavings.com __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the very first episode of Spill the Baby Tea!! I’m your host, Helen Wu-Wang, and I am so excited to create a space for all of us to candidly talk about all things motherhood and parenthood. As a first-time mom to an 8-month-old baby boy and a busy working parent, I am here to share with you all what it is really like to juggle both. From breastfeeding and all the ups and downs of that journey, to why my husband Philip and I decided not to show our baby’s face on social media, to what my confinement period led by my super traditional Chinese mom was like, to finding the balance between entrepreneurial aspirations and being a present and intentional parent... there’s so much to cover. For those of you who know me from the ABG podcast, you know I’m going to keep it real with y’all. We’re in this together! For today’s episode! I’ll be covering the following: [01:19] – My Giggle and Drool of the Week [02:33] – Three reasons why I wanted to start this series [05:20] – Who’s in my metaphorical village (which is really a euphemism for who’s taking care of my baby?! lol) My village allows me to pursue my dreams, like this one – in growing the AsianBossGirl podcast and in producing Spill the Baby Tea for y’all. So of course – they had to be my very first topic. I am so excited to learn and grow together with you all in this lifelong journey of parenthood. If you enjoyed this episode or have any topic suggestions for me, please connect and let me know! You can reach me on Instagram @hwuwu or email me at hello@asianbossgirl.com. After you’ve taken a listen, let me know in the comments of our IG post here: Who’s in your metaphorical village! Who would you like to give your thanks to?

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? We’d love to hear your perspectives on some of these questions as well: What’s your go-to karaoke song? Are bananas located at the entrance of your Trader Joe’s store? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Everlywell: Get 20% off your first at-home lab test at everlywell.com/abg • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 felt unwell and how I sought to feel better. My goal with this show is not to provide formal medical or health advice - I am not licensed to do that. Nor am I trying to push any one type of diet, workout, spiritual practice, etc. I am merely a youngish middle-aged person who is trying to live my life well, and in doing so, like to expose myself to lots of different practices and perspectives which I want to share with you in the hopes that it enlivens your own personal journey to living well. If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you leave a comment in our IG post with one thing you’re doing for your wellness and which of the 6 dimensions it addresses (not sure what the 6 dimensions are? You’ll have to listen to the episode to find out!) Resources: What is Wellness? -The Global Wellness Institute 7 tips to live a happier life -Mayo Clinic 3 Key Indicators of a Life Well Lived -Psychology Today __________________________________________ Host: Janet Wang Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is SuChin Pak, who is best known for being the first Asian American correspondent at MTV in the early 2000s, and one of the few Asian women we got to see consistently on our TV screens as teenagers. She started as a teen reporter on her local news channel, but didn’t expect to pursue a career in media – there weren’t others like her in the field back then. But thanks to her inspirational work, many of us are now able to consider creative careers that we didn’t think were possible before. Currently, she co-hosts the podcast “Add to Cart” with comedian and actress Kulap Vilaysak, and recently wrote the introduction for the anthology series: My Life: Growing Up Asian In America. Join us as SuChin shares her experience of entering the world of journalism during a time before social media, and how her career has informed her thoughts on community building and identity. Which Asian Americans inspired you growing up, or motivated you to pursue your career? __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • NEIWAI: Get 25% off your purchase with code ABG25 (now until 9/16/2022) at neiwai.us/3I7f3Cw • Gusto: Gusto: Get 3 months free at gusto.com/abg • WeBudding: Use promo code “boss” to get 50% off at en.webudding.com/boss • Shopify: Get a free 14 day trial and full access to entire suite of features at shopify.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to K-Dreaming! My name is Mel, and you may know me as one of the co-hosts of the podcast, AsianBossGirl. Through that podcast, you might recognize me as someone who’s a fan of pop culture & media… but if you REALLY know me, you’ll know I’m a huge fan of Korean dramas and K-Pop. In “K-Dreaming”, my hope is to extend that connection out and allow people to float away into this fantasyland. Today, we’ll explore the OG K-Drama that opened the doors to this fantastical world for me, “Full House”! We’ll also talk through other notable K-Dramas that have made my heart fill with love and anticipation *dugeun dugeun* It’s K-Dreaming Time… __________________________________________ Host: Melody Cheng Editor: Victoria Cheng __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we are celebrating Asian men in pop culture and media: those who made an impact on our lives growing up, and those we now admire for using their platforms to advocate for their community. These men have certainly proved that society’s measure of “hotness” has expanded beyond the notion that Asian men are not appealing, and should continue to expand. We reveal who our first Asian male celebrity crushes were, which actors we would want to star alongside in our theoretical biopics, and discuss how our personal definitions of “attractiveness” have changed over time. Who are your past and current Asian celebrity crushes, and why? Let us know in the comments! __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Jordan Harbinger Show: Search "The Jordan Harbinger Show" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts, or go to jordanharbinger.com/subscribe • Peloton: Get 30 days of Free Classes on the App - Learn more at onepeloton.com • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg • NEIWAI: Get 25% off your purchase with code ABG25 (now until 9/16/2022) at neiwai.us/3I7f3Cw • Hubspot: Get started at hubspot.com __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Everybody knows that the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell, but why can’t someone teach me how to do my taxes correctly?” We’ve all wished at some point in life that personal finance was taught in schools with as much emphasis as algebra and biology. Starting your first job and learning how to save, invest, and manage your money can be difficult without the help of an expert. Vivian Tu has made it her mission to make professional financial advice easily accessible. In 2021, she started posting videos as YourRichBFF to combat misleading information during the pandemic when many people were struggling to make ends meet. With her background on Wall Street at JP Morgan, her content helps the people who are “leftover” by the finance world - women, people of color, the LGBTQ+ community and low-income groups - who otherwise would not have access to that information. In this episode, we asked her all our burning finance questions to get her insight on what you should know before buying a home, running a business, starting a family, and more. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Green Chef: Use code abg135 for $135 off 5 boxes + free shipping at greenchef.com/abg135 • Tailor Brands Plans: Get 40% off at tailorbrands.com/abg *Not valid on LLC • Stitch Fix: Visit stitchfix.com/abg and get $20 off your first purchase • Everlywell: Get 20% off your first at-home lab test at everlywell.com/abg • WeBudding: Use promo code “boss” to get 50% off at en.webudding.com/boss __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Claiming your right to exist without limits includes giving yourself permission to rest.” -@asiansformentalhealth Conversations 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 dedicated to destigmatizing conversations about mental health in the Asian community and focuses specifically on the intersections of Asian American identity, mental health, and intergenerational and racial trauma. Grab a blanket and sit with us as we discuss identity and wellness, along with Dr. Wang’s new book, Permission to Come Home: Reclaiming Mental Health as Asian Americans. __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • European Wax Center: Get your first wax FREE at your local European Wax Center • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • Truebill: Start canceling your unwanted subscriptions & save money at truebill.com/abg • Gusto: Get 3 months free at gusto.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On June 24, 2022 the Supreme Court voted to overrule Roe v. Wade, a landmark court case which granted federal protections for the privacy of Americans seeking to terminate a pregnancy. The legality of an abortion is now determined on a state-by-state basis, and already several states have implemented a total ban on abortion. This issue has been weighing heavily on our hearts for the past two weeks as we wonder what a Post-Roe America looks like. Whether abortion affects you directly or not, it is important to learn and share what the Supreme Court’s ruling means for abortion rights across America, and how the consequences will ripple out across the country. What are Trigger Laws? What does this mean for fertility treatments like IVF? How can we continue to protect the Right to Choose? “You don’t have to like abortion, but you have to respect other people’s rights, and that includes the right to safe, accessible abortion.” - @strong.ass.women For more resources on this issue, visit: AbortionFinder.org - Find abortion services and the most up-to-date information about State-to-State abortion laws. AbortionFunds.org - Donate or access funds __________________________________________ Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • U.S. Bank: Visit USBank.com • NEIWAI: Get 25% off your purchase with code ABG25 (now until 9/16/2022) at neiwai.us/3I7f3Cw • Shopify: Get a free 14 day trial and full access to entire suite of features at shopify.com/abg • Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The end of June and the beginning of July marked the middle of the year. We often take time to practice goal setting at the beginning of a year, and actively review and reflect events, actions, and behaviors at the end of a year. But this year, we have decided to do a mid-year check-in. What did we envision going into this year? Is it shaping up as we’d hoped? What’s next? Listen in as we share about a new romance potential, thinking about fertility as a single woman, the crossroads of new motherhood and work, and much more. How about you? Comment below with your mid-year check-in. Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Outline: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Framebridge: Get 15% off your first order with code ABG at framebridge.com • NEIWAI: Get 25% off your purchase with code ABG25 (now until 9/16/2022) at neiwai.us/3I7f3Cw • Stitch Fix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here. • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here at ABG, we get A LOT of messages about careers - questions about how to figure out what you want to do, tips on applying for jobs, best practices for interviews, etc. As much as we love sharing our personal experiences, the 3 of us are by no means experts. Cue in Tiffany Siu, who specializes in recruiting and talent acquisition. Tiffany is currently a Senior Recruiter & Program Manager, Early Talent at BitGo. Prior to this, she spent time at both Palantir Technologies and Robinhood when they were hyper-growth start-ups, where she helped countless students land their first internships and first full-time jobs out of college. In her role, she also has a heavy focus on career growth- such as managing intern programs and hosting resume workshops. Join us as Tiffany answers our questions about when it's the right time to leave your job, if cover letters REALLY matter, and provide insider interview tips & tricks and so much more! Let us know what other questions you have in our comments below Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • European Wax Center: Get your first wax FREE at your local European Wax Center • Green Chef: Get $135 off 5 boxes + free shipping with code abg135 at greenchef.com/abg135 • Gusto: Get 3 months free at gusto.com/abg • Vegamour: Get 20% off your first order with code abg at vegamour.com/abg • True Bill: Start canceling your unwanted subscriptions & save money at truebill.com/abg __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here. • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Kristen Kish, an acclaimed chef with a stacked resume. A graduate of Le CordonBleu in Chicago, she earned her first executive chef position at 24. In 2013, Kristen won season 10 of Top Chef, becoming the first contestant to return after elimination and win the whole competition, and the second female winner in the history of the Top Chef franchise. Kristen also openly shares her experiences as a Korean adoptee raised by a loving family in Michigan, as well as her identity as a queer woman, happily married to her wife since 2021. Join us as we chat with Kristen during her FIRST trip to Korea since her birth, on tour as a co-host of the newest season of Iron Chef. We talk about how she got started as a chef, her creative process, her biggest takeaways from co-hosting Iron Chef, what she'd bring to a summer BBQ potluck, and much more! Leave a 👩🏻‍🍳 or 👨🏻‍🍳 if you enjoyed this episode! Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang Guest: Kristen Kish Contributing Editor: Haemee Kang Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Credit Karma: Find the card for you in the Credit Karma app or at creditkarma.com • European Wax Center: Get your first wax FREE at your local European Wax Center • Hubspot: Get started at hubspot.com • Issuu: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at issuu.com/podcast • McDonald's: Get the Quarter Pounder with Cheese at a location near you • Tailor Brands Plans: Get 40% off at tailorbrands.com/abg *Not valid on LLC __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here. • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you think Janet's love language is? What is Helen most sensitive to? How could someone add 1% more happiness to Mel's Life? In this episode, we play an online version of the popular card game, “We’re Not Really Strangers” - a game focused on empowering meaningful connections and there are 3 levels of questions and wildcards that help you deepen your existing relationships and create new ones. The online version we play in this episode is called “We’re Just Friends”, and can be found here: werejustfriends.online. Listen in as we deepen our relationships and learn more about each other. We hope you enjoy this episode and are inspired to play this game yourself with your own friends and fam! Questions from the episode: 1. What do you think my love language is? 2. What do you think I'm most sensitive to? 3. How can I add 1% more happiness to your life? 4. What is the last thing you lied to your mom about? 5. What would your younger self not believe about your life today? 6. Strangers would describe me as _____. Only I know that I am _____. 7. If you were to write my dating profile bio, what would it say? 8. On a scale of 1-10, how emotionally available do I seem? Explain. 9. Wildcard: Permission to ask me anything. 10. What mannerisms of mine stood out the most to you? Hosts: Melody Cheng, Janet Wang, Helen Wu Editor: Michelle Hsieh __________________________________________ P A R T N E R S • Get Upside: Get $5 or more cash back on your first purchase of $10 or more with code abg. • Hubspot: Get started at hubspot.com • Pair Eyewear: Get 15% off your first purchase at paireyewear.com/ABG • Shopify: Get a free 14 day trial and full access to entire suite of features at shopify.com/abg • StitchFix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/ABG • Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/ABG __________________________________________ C O N N E C T W I T H U S • Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook • Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here • Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here. • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com __________________________________________ S U P P O R T U S • Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com • Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support • More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is it like being a first-time father - 5 months in, 1 year in, 2 years in? On today’s episode, we have a FULL table in the house!! In honor of Father’s Day coming up on Sunday, the 19th, we wanted to bring three dads onto the podcast to give us the low down on what it’s like to be a new (relatively new) dad. We got David Choi, who is a serial entrepreneur, a musician, a YouTuber, and lately, someone who is really into NFTs. We got Chris Kim who started as a corporate lawyer at Skadden doing M&A and banking and is now practicing entertainment law advising TV/film producers, directors, writers, actors and studios. And lastly, we got Helen's husband, Philip Wang, as you all know by now, NY Times Best Seller of Rise, co-owner of Bopomofo Café, and co-founder of WF productions. Join us as these 3 men share their very personal thoughts and feelings about fatherhood - When did they first "feel like a dad"? What's the hardest part of fatherhood? How have their relationships with their wives changed? Find out in this episode! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Get your first 30 days free with code abg at acorn.tv - First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com - Framebridge: Get 15% off your first order with code ABG at framebridge.com - McDonald's: Get the Quarter Pounder with Cheese at a location near you - Peloton: Get The Peloton Bike+ for $500 less and more at onepeloton.com - Tailor Brands Plans: Get 40% off at tailorbrands.co/abg *Not valid on LLC S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meg is the co-founder of ADAY, a sustainable capsule clothing brand named by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. She is also one of Goldman Sachs’ 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs, having started her career with Goldman as an Investment Banker before joining Poshmark as one of their first 50 employees as a Senior Product Manager. She is Oxford educated with an MBA from Stanford University. Meg is also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete and a business coach for athletes and gyms. Moreover, Meg identifies as queer, British-Chinese and a digital nomad. She is also an angel investor and mentor to many communities and individuals advancing AAPI, LGBTQ+, and third culture interests. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Aurate: Get 20% off your first purchase with code abg at auratenewyork.com/abg - European Wax Center: Get your first wax FREE at your local European Wax Center - Green Chef: Get $130 off and free shipping with code abg130 at greenchef.com/abg130 - Ritual: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - The Jordan Harbinger Show: Search "The Jordan Harbinger Show" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts, or go to jordanharbinger.com/subscribe - ZocDoc: Get the app for FREE at zocdoc.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Work-Life Balance - How do we do it? Are we able to do it? Is it non-existent in our lives? We talked about this topic in Episode 9, but that was in 2017 when our lives looked very different. Five years later, we revisit this topic and share our current work-life balance experiences as entrepreneurs with public-facing personas while managing family relationships, dating, and taking care of ourselves. With many shifting to work-from-home policies, we want to know how all of you are managing work-life balance too - please share your experiences in the comments! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Credit Karma: Find the card for you at creditkarma.com or download the Credit Karma app - European Wax Center: Get your first wax FREE at your local European Wax Center - StitchFix: Get $20 off your first purchase at stitchfix.com/ABG - Truebill: Start canceling today at truebill.com/ABG - Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov - Vegamour: Get 20% off with code abg at vegamour.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Asian Americans, we are always interested in connecting with and learning about other Asian experiences. Today, we are joined by Phoebe, Elsa, Lauren & Joelle who host their own podcast, Spill the Cha, and are all British Asian women. Join us as they spill the tea on what it's like to be a British Asian woman, including the proper way to make tea! How do you make your tea - leave a comment below! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - European Wax: Get your first wax FREE at your local European Wax Center - Framebridge: Get 15% off your first order with code ABG at framebridge.com - Get Upside: Get $5 or more on your first purchase of $10 or more with code abg in the Upside App (download for free) - Issuu: Get your free account or 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at ISSUU.com/podcast - Pair Eyewear: Get 15% off your first purchase at paireyewear.com/ABG - Shopify: Get a free 14-day trial at shopify.com/abg - Vaccines: Find vaccines and boosters near you at vaccines.gov S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our last episode, the three of us talked about our relationships with our Asian American identity. Today, as we often do on this podcast, we have invited a guest to offer a different perspective on this topic. She is the Senior Creative Director, Head of Voice at Old Navy, a brand often associated with traditional Americana when we were teenagers - I don’t know if anyone else remembers those Old Navy 4th of July T-shirts, but they were pretty iconic and widely worn when we were young. Jeanine also happens to be an Asian American woman. As Head of Voice, she’s created award-winning marketing campaigns for the brand, including the size-inclusive Bodequality! campaign last year. Before Old Navy, she has written and edited for Vogue, W Magazine, Refinery29, and Opening Ceremony. She also has a masters in journalism from columbia university, and has written numerous culture features and op-eds. In our personal conversations, she has shared her passion for the Asian American identity - thinking through questions like “What does it mean to be Asian? and “What does it mean to be American?” We shared some of our own perspectives on this topic in the last episode, and now, we get to hear from Jeanine. This month, we’re working with Old Navy on a campaign to celebrate our AAPI heritage and reclaim what it means to be ‘American’ in 2022”. We are so pleased to be partnering with them on this very important conversation, so thank you, Old Navy, for sponsoring this episode. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code abg at acorn.tv - Billie: Get The Starter Kit for just $9 at mybillie.com/ABG - Comcast: Learn more and apply at www.comcastRISE.com/apply - Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off at fastgrowingtrees.com/abg - First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com - Little Passports: Get 20% off at littlepassports.com/ABG - Peloton: Get The Peloton Bike+ for $500 less and more at oneploton.com S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we evolve as humans, it’s only natural that our identities evolve with us - from growing into new roles (like becoming a mother) to deepening existing ones (like becoming a confident entrepreneur), our identities are ever-changing. Today we’re going to talk about the cultural component of our identities - our relationship with our Asian & Asian-Americanness. We recorded an episode a few years ago talking through this exact topic (Ep 64). However, with the spread of hate crimes against Asians throughout the pandemic, and after co-hosting a podcast for Asian American women for 5 years now, it’s no surprise that our relationships with our identities as Asian Americans have evolved. Today, we want to explore what it means to us, in this moment in time, to be Asian, American, and Asian American. This month, we are working with Old Navy on a campaign to celebrate our AAPIHM heritage. We are so pleased to be partnering with them on this very important conversation, so thank you, Old Navy, for sponsoring this episode. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Old Navy: Check out oldnavy.com S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May is a very special month for us here at AsianBossGirl. For one, it is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AAPIHM for short, and it is also Mother’s Day coming up on May 8th! In light of Mother’s Day coming up, and the three of us on this podcast, today’s discussion will be honoring OUR mothers and talking about what it was like for them as immigrant mothers in this country. While we’ve talked about their immigration stories in past episodes (their journeys to America), we never got to really ask them – “What was it like for you, as someone who left home, to raise a daughter here, in America?” This month, we are working with Old Navy on a campaign to celebrate our AAPIHM heritage. We are so pleased to be partnering with them on this very important conversation, so thank you, Old Navy, for sponsoring this episode. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Old Navy: Check out oldnavy.com S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The episode we've all been waiting for! Our girl, Helen, is back on the pod alongside her hubs, Philip, to spill all the details of the day their lives changed forever! Take a ride back with us to when Helen went into labor for the very first time. From the morning of her contractions, to the moment it was time for her to go into "athlete mode" in the delivery room, to when they found out the gender of their newborn and how they both walked out of the maternity ward as changed people. Listen in on this very intimate conversation as we join our two good friends in sharing their labor & birth story. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Let it Out: Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! - ISSUU: Get your free account or 50% off a premium account with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at ISSUU.com/podcast - Little Passports: Get 20% at littlepassports.com/ABG - Lumineux: Find them on Amazon & get $7 off! - Aurate: Get 20% off at auratenewyork.com with code abg - Comcast: Learn more & apply here and share with a business owner friend S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABG is nearing it’s 5th birthday! We’ve been podcasting for almost 5 years now, and working on multiple projects for ABG full time, for 2 years now. To celebrate, we thought it would be fun to interact with our listeners through an "Assumptions" episode. Do we ever fight or argue? Are we able to support ourselves with the income from ABG? Are our work hours more flexible compared to when we had corporate jobs?! Listen to find out! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off at fastgrowingtrees.com/ABG - Favor: Get your first birth control care package and donate $10 to bedsider.org at heyfavor.com/ABG - Let it Out: Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! - Pair Eyewear: Get 15% off your first purchase at paireyewear.com/ABG - Peloton: Visit onepeloton.com - Stitchfix: Get free shipping and returns at stitchfix.com/ABG - Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, we have Alyssa Navarro, recently named one of Forbes 30 under 30 in Hollywood & Entertainment for her work as an Executive Producer at The Walt Disney Studios, specializing in representation and inclusion strategies. But her list of talents continue well beyond - Alyssa is also an incredible performer - a singer, dancer, and actress. She was a principal vocalist and performer at The Walt Disney Company for over 7 years, during which she portrayed Disney’s famous warrior princess Mulan in the musical showcase, “Mickey and the Magical Map”, and she was also a recent contestant on Fox’s reality game show “I Can See Your Voice”, broadcasted to TV screens everywhere. Alyssa can also be found all over YouTube - sharing her talents as a vocalist and now also podcaster with her fiancé AJ Rafael. Alyssa has been a longtime friend of AsianBossGirl and we are so excited to finally have her on the podcast! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Cozy Earth: 35% off at cozyearth.com/abg - Ritual: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code abg at acorn.tv - Aurate: Get 20% off with code ABG at auratenewyork.com/abg - Billie: Get your starter kit for just $9 + free shipping at mybillie.com/ABG - Rich & Daily: Listen on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 30s are a decade where many (obviously not all) but many people experience 2 MAJOR life milestones: marriage and kids. We imagine that each of those events is like a door into a different room - on one side is the before, and after you step inside, you’re in a different room with different life circumstances - maybe kids more than marriage, but still - both are very life altering events. Mel and Janet are currently both in the same room - the one with no man and no babies! If you ever feel like all your friends are either getting married or having kids, while you’re just…not - join in on this convo! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - First Republic: Visit firstrepublic.com - Framebridge: Get 15% off your first order with code ABG at framebridge.com - Peloton: Visit onepeloton.com - Third Love: Get 20% off your first order at thirdlove.com/ABG - Truebill: Visit truebill.com/ABG - Waterdrop: Get 15% off with code ABG15 at waterdrop.com - Zocdoc: Get the app for free at zocdoc.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for a conversation with Kay Hsu, the Head of Creative and Design, Partnerships Marketing at Facebook, now known as Meta. Kay is also a 3rd culture kid, having grown up in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.S. We chat about her unconventional career path, what it was like growing up internationally and cross-culturally, and what it's like to be an Asian woman in leadership at one of the biggest tech companies. Leave a 👩🏻‍💻 if you enjoyed this episode! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Athletic Greens: Get Free 1 year supply of Vitmain D and 5 free travel packs with first purchase at athleticgreens.com/abg - Issuu: Get 50% off a premium account with promo code ABG at issuu.com/podcast - Little Passports: Get 20% off at littlepassports.com/ABG - Oral Essetials: Find Lumineux on Amazon.com and get seven dollars off today! - StitchFix: Get free shipping and returns at stitchfix.com/ABG - Young & Profiting Podcast: Check YAP at wherever you listen to your podcasts! S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The topic of life transitions is a popular one among our listeners, and as many of you may know, ABG is no longer just Helen, Mel, and Janet - we also have a wonderful team of women who keep ABG running – women who also have their own perspectives and experiences that we know many of you can relate to. Today, we have our social media coordinator, Ashley, and our newsletter editor, Haemee on the pod to share life transitions that they are currently working through in their lives. Ashley, being in her early 20's, graduated college in the pandemic and started her first corporate job. Haemee, being in her early 30's, uprooted her life in New York and moved to Los Angeles to shake things up. Both of these women are going through different things, but have the shared experience of going through changes and transitions. Tune in as we talk through these uncertain feelings and situations with Ashley & Haemee! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - ThriveCausemetics: Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/ABG - Hello Fresh: Get 16 free meals & 3 gifts at hellofresh.com/abg16 with code abg16 - Bloom: Get 15% off at bloomnu.com/ABG - Preply: Get 50% off your first lesson at preply.com/abg - Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off at fastgrowingtrees.com/abg - Young & Profiting Podcast: Check YAP at wherever you listen to your podcasts! S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Love is Blind" is a reality love show that allows single individuals to date and build meaningful connections before ever setting sight on one another. Once individuals are engaged, they meet and see if their connection can carry them through a successful wedding day and beyond. In this episode, we get to chat with two of the contestants from Season 2, Natalie and Deepti, who both met their fiance on the show. Deepti joins the conversation a little later, but it's worth the wait - she shares what it was like behind the scenes for her & Shake. Listen in as we chat about what it was like to date in "the pods", their thoughts and feelings about their partners, and what happened after the show. Leave a ♥️ in the comments if you're a fan of the show, Love is Blind! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code abg at acorn.tv - Cozy Earth: 35% off at cozyearth.com/abg - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off at modernfertility.com/ABG - Ritual: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - Third Love: Get 20% off first order at thirdlove.com/abg - Wondery: Even the Rich: Patty Hearst and Rich and Daily S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Domee is a Chinese-Canadian animator, storyboard artist, and director. She’s contributed to films like Inside Out, Incredibles 2, and Toy Story 4. She also directed the short, Bao, which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film, making her the first woman of color to win such an award. This year, her most recent work, Turning Red is set to release, which is Domee’s directorial debut feature film for Pixar. Today, we get to meet & chat with the incredible woman who created this piece, and so many others, that have moved the emotions of people all over the world. Leave a Red Heart emoji if you're excited to watch Turning Red! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Stitch Fix: Try Stitch Fix Freestyle at stitchfix.com/abg - Zoc Doc: Get the app for free at zocdoc.com/abg - Peloton: Visit onepeloton.com - First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com - Aurate: Get 20% off with code ABG at auratenewyork.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Four Tendencies is a framework developed by happiness guru, Gretchen Rubin. The test categorizes you into one of four distinct personality profiles so that you can better cater habits and actions to increase your happiness! The four tendencies are Upholder, Questioner, Obliger, and Rebel - what do you think Mel, Helen, and Janet each test as? What do you test as? Let us know in the comments below! The Four Tendency Test we took can be found here: https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/four-tendencies-quiz/ This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Billie: Get your starter kit for just $9 + free shipping at mybillie.com/ABG - Bloom: Get 15% off at bloomnu.com/ABG - Oral Essentials: Get $7 off of Lumineux on Amazon.com - TrueBill: Start canceling at truebill.com/ABG - Wondery: Even the Rich: Patty Hearst and Rich and Daily S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Mel and Janet answer your questions on dating - What are our pre-date confidence boost rituals? Our go-to pick-up lines on dating apps? How do we deal with not feeling left out as close friends settle down in their relationships and marriages? And what are our biggest challenges in dating right now? Listen to find out! We're curious about your thoughts on dating too -- let us know your answers to some of these questions in the comments! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code abg at acorn.tv - Hello Fresh: Get up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts with code abg16 at hellofresh.com/abg16 - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off at modernfertility.com/ABG - Preply: Get 50% off your first lesson at preply.com/ABG - Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding love through our podcast is something Janet & Mel both thought they would potentially achieve. A lot of their friends joke around asking if anyone has slid through the DM’s or if listeners have sent potential matches & the answer is no LOL However, it looks like some of our guests are having better luck finding love through our ABG podcast. If you remember Ep 66 & Ep 68, we brought on our good friend Anna Lee to talk through her coming out story. We later found out that another ABG listener, Amy, really connected with Anna’s story and made her move. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Stitch Fix: Try Stitch Fix Freestyle at stitchfix.com/abg - Ritual: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - Wondery: Even the Rich: Patty Hearst and Rich and Daily - Third Love: Get 20% off first order at thirdlove.com/abg - Oral Essentials: Get 15% off at getlumineux.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a while since we caught up with you all on our dating adventures on the apps, so in today's episode, we share some of our recent experiences -- conversations via text, a video chat, a couple of in-person dates, drafting and sending hard messages, and getting unexpected responses. We're curious what dating has been like for all of you these past couple of months -- let us know in the comments! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Aurate: Get 20% off with code ABG at auratenewyork.com/abg - Bloom: Go to bloomnu.com/ABG for 15% off. - First Republic Bank: Visit firstrepublic.com - Peloton: Visit onepeloton.com - Wondery: Even the Rich: Patty Hearst and Rich and Daily - ZocDoc: Get the app for free at zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the month of Valentine’s Day, so I'm sure your feed is not short on sweet, lovey-dovey content about romance. But let's be real - romantic love isn’t all butterflies and rainbows, and especially in our mid-20s and onward, it often takes on a different weight. Romantic love during this period in life can be incredibly complex – working through each individual’s past relationship “traumas”, ourselves changing and figuring out who we are and what type of partner we are most compatible with, and not to mention differing communication styles and potentially different future goals that evolve during the relationship. Often times a breakup is not just a “change of heart”, but due to multiple factors. To kick-off "the month of love", we are dedicating an episode to that period when a romantic relationship starts to devolve, and eventually ends. Leave a 💔in the comments if you feel us on this topic! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Billie: Get your starter kit for just $9 + free shipping at mybillie.com/ABG - Oral Essentials: Get 15% off at getlumineux.com/abg - Magic Mind: Get 20% off with code ABG20 at magicmind.co/abg - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at modernfertility.com/ABG - TrueBill: Start canceling at truebill.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re going to be talking about Burnout. What is it? Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. This is a topic that we have been seeing EVERYWHERE - We're seeing people post about it on social media, hearing about and seeing it amongst our friends and family, reading about it in articles…and we personally were feeling it HEAVILY at the end of the year. So we want to take some time today to get into the topic of burnout, and more importantly, what we can do about it. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - US Bank: Send a personalized red envelope E-card with lucky money quickly to friends & family. Learn more at USBank.com/LunarNewYear - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Preply: Get 50% off your first lesson at preply.com/ABG - Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order at Thrive Causemetics - StitchFix: Try Stitch Fix Freestyle at stitchfix.com/abg - Wondery: Even the Rich: Patty Hearst and Rich and Daily - Blinkist: Get 7 days free + 25% off your Premium membership at www.blinkist.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our friend, Cassey Ho (aka Blogilates), joins us for this week's episode. Cassey is a fitness MOGUL, serial entrepreneur, and true Asian Boss Girl. Her signature format, Pop Pilates is the official Pilates class of 24-Hour Fitness gyms. Her fitness app, Body by Blogilates, provides hundreds of free full-length workout videos and fun challenges to help people get into the best shape of their lives, mentally and physically. And as the CEO and Head Designer of a gorgeous collection of activewear and gym gear called PopFlex Active, she’s hit the jackpot of everyone’s merchandising dreams – as of December 2020, her Blogilates line is in Targets nationwide! Cassey has truly built her business from the ground up. As a child of Vietnamese immigrants, she has beat so many odds and overcame so many obstacles to become one of the top fitness instructors out there with a thriving and diversified business. Join in on our deep conversation with Cassey as we learn how she became Blogilates. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Prose: Get 15% off your first order at prose.com/abg - Chowbus: Get $10 off your first order over $20 with code ABG at chowbus.onelink.me/Lm05/ABG - Ritual: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - TrueBill: Truebill.com/ABG - AcornTV: Try free for 30 days with code abg at acorn.tv - Wondery: Even the Rich: Patty Hearst and Rich and Daily S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of AsianBossGirl, we sit down with Berna Anat, financial hype woman, and host of Betches’ Money Please podcast, to discuss personal finance from the perspective of a millennial/gen-z woman of color and child of immigrants. We talk about the concept of financial trauma, what it's like to chase your dreams in NYC on a starting salary, then be confronted with managing your personal finances on a tech salary, how to pay off debt, some hilarious but effective tips for budgeting, when it's best to start saving for retirement (401-who?!), investment apps, credit cards, and even crypto. Tune in for the convo! Find Berna on IG @heyberna and check out her podcast Money Please with Berna Anat, Betches Media Resources: Tiffany Aliche, The Budgetnista Yanely Espinal, MissBeHelpful Brown Ambition Podcast Bad With Money with Gaby Dunn Advisorsgiveback.org This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___________________________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at modernfertility.com/ABG - Peloton: Try Peloton app for free for 2 months, then $12.99/month after at onepeloton.com/app - First Republic: Check them out at firstrepublic.com - Aurate: Get 20% off at AurateNewYork.com with code abg - Blinkist: Get 7 days free + 25% off your Premium membership at www.blinkist.com/abg - Green Chef: Get $130 off +free shipping at greenchef.com/abg130 S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a NEW YEAR! In this FIRST episode of 2022, we focus on goal setting in a non-traditional way. Instead of discussing our goals in a list format, we opted for a future self journaling exercise inspired by Jenn Im's vlog where she journals a "future day-in-the-life". This activity can help focus one's desires and goals. Listen in as Mel, Helen, and Janet each share a "future day-in-the-life". What do each of our journal entries reveal about the life we want? Try this exercise out yourself and let us know if you enjoy it! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Lumineux: Get 15% off your order at lumineuxhealth.com/abg. - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Preply: Get 50% off your first lesson at preply.com/ABG - Prose: Get 15% off your first order at prose.com/abg - Truebill: Save money at truebill.com/ABG - Silk + Sonder: Get 15% off a subscription with code ABG15OFF - StitchFix: Try Stitch Fix Freestyle at stitchfix.com/abg - ZocDoc: Sign up for free at zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello ABGs and ABBs! And welcome to the last Thursday of the year!! This is the last episode of 2021! And together, through all the ups and downs, the many trials and tribulations we’ve all inevitably faced throughout this year, and the moments of happiness and gratitude that have lifted us and kept us moving from day to day, we have all made it through to the end of a wild year. Welcome to the end of a new beginning. Well, in ABG fashion –we’re going to dedicate this episode to reflect on this past year. Thinking ahead and setting resolutions for a new year is a common practice, but we’ve found it incredibly beneficial to reflect on the past year before doing so. So in today’s episode, we’ll be sharing our personal reflections of 2021. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Jinjer Oil: Get 20% off your first purchase at jinjer.us/abg - Ritual: Get 10% off at ritual.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the week of Christmas, one of the biggest holidays celebrated in America. This time of year has us reflecting on all the ways we relate to these festivities and traditions as 2nd generation Asian Americans. We hope you'll enjoy this special episode from our archives, Episode 93: Asian Parents On Celebrating American Holidays, where we chat with our parents about their experiences with Western holidays for the first time and how each of our families celebrate now. What does celebrating the holidays look like for you? Take a listen and let us know! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Athletic Greens: Get a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D & 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit athleticgreens.com/abg - Everlywell: Get 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/abg - Issuu: Get 50% off your premium account at issuu.com/podcast with code ABG. - Modern Fertility: Get 30% off your Modern Fertility Prenatal Multivitamin starter kit. at modernfertility.com/ABG30 - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Prose: Get 15% off your first order at prose.com/abg - Truebill: Save money at truebill.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Great Resignation is an international phenomenon of massive amounts of workers leaving their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were curious about how ABGs have been affected and what your experiences have been like. From career pivots, new jobs with better growth opportunities, to negotiating changes in current roles, and even moving to another country for school and work - here are stories from ABGs who have made changes in their work these past couple of years. If you're been unhappy with your work and thinking of leaving, listen to how others have handled similar situations - lots of great options! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ L I S T E N E R S U R V E Y: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Brooklinen: Get $20 off with a minimum purchase of $100 at brooklinen.com with code ABG - Cat Person: Save nearly 50% on your Starter Box with free shipping at catperson.com/abg with code abg - Justworks: justworks.com - Luna: Get 10% off at lunablanket.com with code: ABG - Notion: Get started for free at notion.so - Quip: Get your first refill free and up to 40% off bundles at getquip.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking the music world by storm is not an easy feat. Our guest today is a very special one. Not only is she the first musical artist we’ve ever had on our podcast, but she is a household name who has inspired so many young Asian women around the world. From singing and releasing cover songs in her hometown of Jakarta, Indonesia, moving cross country to Nashville to study music, creating hit songs like “Vintage”, to now headlining concerts with over 25,000 attendees, we feel incredibly lucky to welcome Niki to the ABG podcast! Drop a 🎵 you're a NIKI fan! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code: abg at acorn.tv - Boll & Branch: Shop the Holiday Semi-Annual Sale from 12/9 – 12/15 and get 20% off at bollandbranch.com - Honey: Get Honey for free at Honey.com/abg - First Republic Bank: Check them out at firstrepublic.com - Osea: Get 10% off your first order with promo code ABG at OSEAmalibu.com - Peloton: onepeloton.com/app - ZocDoc: zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/suppor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been awhile since we’ve had an episode on female sexuality. We know this topic can be a bit taboo in our culture, and maybe among some of your friendship circles as well. As Asian women, our relationship with our sexuality can be incredibly complicated and nuanced. At times it may be disheartening that we cannot control society’s dialogue about Asian women and sexuality, but we can start by controlling our own personal narratives with our sexuality. Join us for a conversation with Anna Lee, co-founder of Lioness, the women-led sexual health startup that built the world's first and only smart vibrator that gives biofeedback data to help people learn more about their own bodies and improve their understanding of sexual pleasure. Anna is a big advocate in Lioness’s mission to expand research in sexual health and to destigmatize female sexuality. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. Below are some of Anna's fav IG accounts: asiansforsexpositivity every1deservessexed polyamorouswhileasian talk.tabu thesexed ShadeenFrancis kinseyinstitute gigiengle whatsmybodydoing jayda_kissed queersextherapy Other great resources: The documentary: "A Sexplanation" with Alex Liu The book: Come as You Are: Revised by Emily Nagoski The book: Bonk by Mary Roach ______________ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: Get 1 month free trial of premium membership at skillshare.com/abg. - Modern Fertility: Get 30% off your Modern Fertility Prenatal Multivitamin starter kit at modernfertility.com/ABG30 - Issuu: Get a free account or 50% off your premium account at ISSUU.com/podcast with code ABG - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG - Aurate: Get 20% off your order at auratenewyork.com/abg with code: abg - Quip: Get your first refill free and up to 40% off bundles at getquip.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In light of Thanksgiving, we wanted to share an older episode that is close to our hearts & serves as a reminder for us to be thankful (prev. Ep 91). People, Places, and things - in the most simple and direct translation, they are simply the definition of a noun. But these nouns are what make up experiences, the many experiences throughout our lives that have shaped us into who we are today. From the people who left a lasting impression on us, the places that are painted with memories, to the inanimate objects that feel more living than not...all of these experiences have left a lasting impression on us for different reasons. Today, we’ll be sharing our significant memories, specifically the people, places, and things that have made an impact on our lives. We hope you all have a great Thanksgiving! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Notion: Get started at notion.so - Athletic Greens: Get a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D & 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit athleticgreens.com/abg - Neiwai: Get 20% off your first Neiwai order at https://neiwai.us/AsianBossGirl with code ABG - Prose: Get 15% off your first order at prose.com/abg - Olive & June: Get 25% off your order at oliveandjune.com/abg with code abg. Offer ends 11/29/21 - Manscaped: Get 20% off + free shipping at manscaped.com with code ABG - Truebill: Save money at truebill.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many large life milestones typically occur in our 20s and 30s - Things like work promotions, moving to new cities, developing serious romantic relationships, buying a home, getting married, starting a family, etc. - all events and occurrences that are markers of growth and progress. Between these milestones are periods that can often feel like stagnancy. Nothing’s really wrong in life - in fact, things can feel pretty stable and ok, but so stable and ok that you feel like you’re on auto-pilot - not really inspired and not really excited, and not really growing. You find yourself wondering “what’s next”? Listen in as we talk through Mel's current state of transition, and as Helen and Janet share their past experiences with feeling lost and stuck too. Leave a 💛emoji if you can relate! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ______________ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Comcast RISE: Resources for small businesses at bit.ly/RISEQ4-ABG-Podcast - Brooklinen: Get $20 off a min purchase of $100 at brooklinen.com with promo code: ABG - Everlywell: Get 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/abg - Honey: Get Honey for free at Honey.com/abg - Justworks: justworks.com - Raycon: Get 20% off at buyraycon.com/abg - Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off at uncommongoods.com/abg - ZocDoc: zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, we dig a little deeper with our parents, to hear & share the stories that they never told us. As we get older, we realize we (their children) are the only ones who will live to carry on our parents' journeys and legacies. From stories of their adolescence playing on the rooftops of a small village in China, to pains they felt in being separated from their own parents as they assimilated to America, to their meet-cute at a random mahjong night...we share all of this in today's episode. We hope these stories get some light as we pass down these never-been-shared tales from our parents & encourage you all to have these convos with your family members as you sit down for the holidays. ______________ This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get 30% off your Modern Fertility Prenatal Multivitamin starter kit at modernfertility.com/ABG30 - ISSUU: Get a free account or 50% off your premium account at ISSUU.com/podcast with code ABG - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code: abg at acorn.tv - Skillshare: Get 1 month free trial of premium membership at skillshare.com/abg. - First Republic Bank: Check them out at firstrepublic.com - Boll & Branch: Best Deals of the Year Going on now from 11/1-11/11 with promo code abg at bollandbranch.com. - Luna: Go to lunablanket.com & get 10% off with coupon code: ABG S H O U T OU T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a wild 4 years, building this podcast turned small multi-media company. What started as a side passion project has grown into a formal business with multiple departments and team members. In this episode, we share what goes on behind-the-scenes at AsianBossGirl - how we run each sector of our business, the processes we've put in place, the natural evolution and growth of our team, and much more. If you are someone who's interested in your own entrepreneurial journey and learning about how to start your very own small business, this episode is for you! If you're just curious about how we built this company from scratch and are able to support ourselves full-time financially now, this episode is for you too. Take a listen, we hope you get something out of this episode! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Betterhelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abg10. - Jinjer Oil: Get 20% off your first order at jinjer.us/abg. - Skillshare: Get 1 month free trial of premium membership at skillshare.com/abg. - Peloton: onepeloton.com/app - Native: Get 20% off your first order at nativedeodorant.com with code abg - Osea: Get 10% off your first order with promo code ABG at OSEAmalibu.com - Quip: Get $10 off a Smart Electric Toothbrush at getquip.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Squid Game" is a South Korean Netflix show that has taken the world by storm! It's eerie, it keeps you on your feet, and it leaves you guessing after each episode. This is one of the few shows all three of us have watched besides "Crash Landing On You", which was also a South Korean Series, so you know we had to do a review of this show too. There are so many reasons why the world is obsessed with Squid Game and this episode will be dedicated to our review of this phenomenon that has taken over all our social media feeds and Halloween costumes. There will be SPOILERS!! So feel free to come back to this episode at a later time if you haven't watched it yet ;) If you listen through to the end of this episode, leave us a "squid" emoji in the comments of our latest Instagram post! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Athletic Greens: Get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs at athleticgreens.com/abg. - Brooklinen: Get $20 off with a minimum purchase of $100 at brooklinen.com, code "ABG". - Cat Person: Save nearly 50% on your Starter Box with free shipping at catperson.com/abg. - Everly: Get 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/abg. - Neiwai: Get 20% off your first order with code ABG at neiwai.us/asianbossgirl. - Notion: Get up to $1,000 off Notion's team plan at notion.com/startups. - Olive & June: Get 20% off your first Mani System at oliveandjune.com/abg. S H O U T OU T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to UCLA Health, 15% of couples have trouble conceiving. It’s really unfortunate and an emotional journey for many. However, thanks to modern assisted reproductive technology, there are different options available to a couple. Today, we will be mainly focusing on in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and egg-freezing. We brought on a special guest & infertility doctor, Dr. Huang. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He’s also a clinical instructor at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Today, he will be walking through the IVF & Egg Freezing process and answering our listener-submitted questions. From how much it cost, the age at which your eggs decrease, to other methods to check your fertility. This was such an informative podcast session for us and we hope you gained more knowledge as well on this one! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get 30% off your Modern Fertility Prenatal Multivitamin starter kit at modernfertility.com/ABG30 - ISSUU: Get a free account or 50% off your premium account at ISSUU.com/podcast with code ABG - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/ABG - JustWorks: Find out how JustWorks can help your business at justworks.com - Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off your order at fastgrowingtrees.com/abg (valid through 11/30) - Jinjer Oil: Get 20% off your first order at jinjer.us/abg - Uncommon Goods: Get 15% at uncommongoods.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When was the last time you learned something new? In this episode, we talk about why continuous learning is so important to us. Beyond the classroom and office, pursuing your curiosities and developing new skills has so many benefits. We chat about things we've learned, what motivated us to learn these things, our ideal learning styles, and even teach something to each other! Listen in to learn along with us ;) This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Get 30 days free with code: abg at acorn.tv - Boll & Branch: Get 15% off your first set with code: abg at bollandbranch.com - First Republic Bank: firstrepublic.com - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Raycon: Get 15% off at buyraycon.com/abg - ZocDoc: zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

**Disclaimer: This episode contains discussion about drug, alcohol use, sexual abuse, and addiction.** The topic of addiction is rather taboo in Asian culture, so it is often unaddressed and misunderstood. Many people are unaware, uneducated, unprepared, and suffer alone. Research has found that Asian-Americans between 18 and 25 drank heavily although they were considered a “low-risk group” with alcohol abuse, and that 14% of Asian-Americans or Pacific Islanders between 18 to 25 need substance abuse treatment — which is only slightly lower than the 21% average of other ethnic groups. September was National Recovery Month, and we were lucky to have Yvette join us in this conversation. Yvette is a Filipino-American, and certified addiction specialist. Yvette works with AADAP - The Asian American Drug Abuse Program dedicated to serving Asian Pacific Islanders and other under-served communities with substance abuse services throughout Los Angeles County. She’s here with us today to share her personal experience with addiction. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Audible: Visit audible.com/abg or text abg to 500 500. - Aurate: Get 20% off your first order at AurateNewYork.com/abg with code abg. - Betterhelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abg10. - Jinjer Oil: Get 20% off your first order at jinjer.us/abg. - LinkedIn Creator Accelerator: Visit LinkedIn.com/creators to apply today. - Skillshare: Get 1 month free trial of premium membership at skillshare.com/abg. S H O U T OU T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And baby makes 3! We talk a lot about changes and transitions on this podcast. One of the most beautiful, emotional, exciting, unexpected transitions a woman can go through is pregnancy. We are so over the moon for our girl, Helen and the announcement of her & Phil’s first child (due at the end of the year! #babywuwang). Being a mother is something Helen always dreamed of, but along with the joy of knowing she’s expanding her family, comes the emotional & physical journey of bearing a child. From finding out when she was pregnant, accepting her physical transformation, learning how to navigate social situations as the only “pregnant friend”, to thoughts on becoming a mom, join us as Helen opens up and shares her pregnancy journey with us! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get 30% off your Modern Fertility Prenatal Multivitamin starter kit at modernfertility.com/ABG30 - ISSUU: Get a free account or 50% off your premium account at ISSUU.com/podcast with code ABG - Ana Luisa: Get 10% off with code asianbossgirl at shop.analuisa.com/asianbossgirl - BetaBrand: Get 30% when you go to betabrand.com/abg - JustWorks: Find out how JustWorks can help your business at justworks.com - Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% off your order at fastgrowingtrees.com/abg (valid through 11/30) S H O U T OU T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We didn't expect this episode to take such an emotional turn. In Episode 133, we discuss the customs and celebrations associated with the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. In this episode, we dig deeper into the meaning behind the holiday - concepts of gathering, thanksgiving, prayer, and the symbolism of the moon. We spend some time personally reflecting on how we each plan to practice these concepts in the coming year. Join us in this conversation and let us know how you plan to practice these concepts too! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Peloton: Get free classes for 30 days for new members at onepeloton.com/app - Sakara: Get 20% off your first order with code ABG at sakara.com/abg - Ana Luisa: Get 10% off with code asianbossgirl at shop.analuisa.com/asianbossgirl - Osea: Get 10% off with code ABG at oseamalibu.com - Vessi: Get $25 off with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at vessi.com/asianbossgirl - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg S H O U T OU T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, is the second-most important holiday after Chinese New Year, dating back 3,000 years when China’s emperor worshipped the moon for bountiful harvests. On this day, it is believed that the moon is at its brightest and fullest size. As we get older, we have grown a genuine interest in these traditions that we used to not think twice about, or even find to be a nuisance. And as we think about the nature of these traditions and celebrations, we start to dig deeper into the root of why we celebrate them and what the deeper meaning or purpose is, especially as we begin to build our own families and think about how we want to celebrate with our children. This year, the Mid-Autumn Festival falls on September 21st. Tune in to how we individually celebrated this festival with our family, and how we plan to celebrate this holiday going forward. How do you plan to celebrate this year? This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Boll & Branch: Get 15% off your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com with code ABG. - First Republic: firstrepublic.com - Girlfriend Collective: Get $25 off $100 or more at girlfriend.com/ABG. - Glamnetic: Get 30% off the first order at glamnetic.com/abg. - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at Join Honey.com/ABG. - ZocDoc: Sign up for the app for free at zocdoc.com/abg. S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s be real! The invites for weddings start to pile up as we get older and fill up our social calendars. In our first season, we talked about our fantasies of our dream weddings, but we realized that there’s a perspective that we didn’t talk about...attending a wedding as a guest! Whether the waves of weddings have just begun or you’ve attended a handful the last 10 years, there are a lot of traditions and unspoken things you need to know as a guest. From how much money to gift, do you bring a +1, to things you should expect when attending a wedding. So for this episode, we walk through the tips we learned, the different cultural ceremonies we’ve attended, and share some fun & cringe-worthy stories as wedding guests! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get 30% off your Modern Fertility Prenatal Multivitamin starter kit at modernfertility.com/ABG30 - ISSUU: Get a free account or 50% off your premium account at ISSUU.com/podcast with code ABG - AcornTV: Get your first 30 days free at acorn.tv with code abg - Skillshare: Get 1 month free trial of premium membership at skillshare.com/abg - Blueland: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/abg - Betabrand: Get 30% when you go to betabrand.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is officially September and we are fast approaching the fall season. Many of us are gearing ourselves back up after those summer months - re-adjusting to more structured schedules, trying to figure out how to better manage our growing to-do lists, and making sure that what needs to get done, gets done! So in today’s episode, we’re going to talk about productivity. Each of us has worked in very different industries, settings, and roles and we want to reflect and share the things we’ve learned along the way. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: Get 1 month free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Native: Get 20% off your first purchase with code abg at nativedeo.com/abg - Pill Club: Give $10 donation to bedsider.org for your purchase at thepillclub.com/abg - Peloton: Get free classes for 30 days for new members at onepeloton.com/app - Sakara: Get 20% off your first order with code ABG at sakara.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, we have one of the original queens of social media. She is a Korean-American entrepreneur, fashion icon, and digital influencer who started off her fashion career as a wardrobe stylist. In December 2011, this serious AsianBossGirl founded "The Chriselle Factor" to chronicle her daily musings and personal style. And she has since grown a powerhouse of a following on social media with close to 5M followers across various channels, to empower and inspire women all over the world. Also known as “Rich Mom” on TikTok, this special guest is Chriselle Lim. She has recently started two companies, BümoParent and BümoWork, a coworking space and virtual classroom that provides education-based childcare and a community for parents who work hard, and parent harder. Chriselle’s goal is to encourage, educate, and inspire all women across the globe through her personal style, runway trends, beauty secrets, and fashion tips and tricks. And if there’s one word to describe Chriselle, we would say “chic.” This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Ana Luisa: Get 10% off with code asianbossgirl at shop.analuisa.com/asianbossgirl - Blueland: Get 15% off at blueland.com/abg - First Republic: firstrepublic.com - Glamnetic: Get 30% off the first order at glamnetic.com/abg - Osea: Get 10% off with code ABG at oseamalibu.com S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mel, Janet, and Helen are 90s kids, two of us being 80s babies. And this past year or so, we’ve been seeing a very quick rise of 90s comeback fashion, especially amongst those who were born in the 2000s. It’s been a bit strange to see flares, bell bottoms, spaghetti straps, fanny packs, and bucket hats make a comeback, but we thought it’d be fun to have an episode where we reminisce about the actual 90s and early 2000s trends that we lived through and grew up with! Because who knows? Maybe some of the stuff we talk about in this episode will actually be coming back in the next year or so! If you were a child of the 90s/early 2000s (and even if you weren't), what was your favorite trend? This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Girlfriend Collective: Get $25 off $100 or more at girlfriend.com/ABG - Issuu: Get your FREE account or 50% off your premium account with code ABG at issuu.com/podcast - Ritual Vitamin: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - Boll & Branch: Get 15% of your first set of sheets with code abg at bollandbranch.com - Blueland: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/ABG - Betabrand: Get 30% off your order at betabrand.com/ABG S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So a topic that comes up quite frequently in our post-college 20s and 30s, when we’re freshly moved out of our parent's homes, is about the roof over our heads!! Where do you live?? Are you renting? Are you thinking about buying? What are you looking for in a house? What does your dream house look like? These are questions we’ve had to think about ever since entering our ‘adult years’. We are all in pretty different places in our lives, with Janet owning her first condo & having lived here for 4 years, Mel having just upgraded to an apartment with her own room + bathroom (she shared a bathroom for the last 3 years), and Helen just becoming a new homeowner! Listen as we retrace the different places we called home! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Try 30 days for free with code ABG at acorn.tv - Peloton: Try 30 days for free classes at onepeloton.com - Glamnetic: Get 30% off the first order at glamnetic.com/abg - Sakara: Get 20% off your first order at Sakara.com/ABG or enter code ABG at checkout - ABC Bachelor in Paradise: Premieres Monday at 8/7 central on ABG - Zoc Doc: Sign up for the app for free at zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer is usually a time when we all get outdoors, gather with friends and family, and generally interact with a lot of people. However, this summer season is a unique one - as we are on “what we hope to be” the tail end of a global pandemic. By now, we hope you all are vaccinated or are on your way to getting vaccinated. I know it may feel as if COVID is no longer a big issue, but variants of COVID are developing and starting to pose a large threat, and the longer we delay getting more people vaccinated, the longer it will take for all of this to pass. Thanks to the U.S Department of Health and Human Services for making this episode happen. Go to vaccines.gov for further vaccine info and find a vaccine near you. Everyone 12 and over is eligible. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Betterhelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10. - Faherty: Get 20% off your purchase at fahertybrand.com with code ABG. - First Republic: firstrepublic.com. - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/ABG. - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/ABG. - Zola: Get 50% off your save the dates at zola.com/ABG with code SAVE50. S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2015, the Kinjaz blew up on Season 8 of America's Best Dance Crew, massively changing the industry of dance and how Asians are perceived in media and entertainment. As admirers, we saw how impactful it was for our Asian American peers to see dancers with faces like theirs, tear it up on stage. Mike Song and Anthony Lee are two of the founding members of the Kinjaz and in this episode, they share with us the crazy and inspiring journey they've been on (How did they go from dance performances to plant-based noodles? What is the dance scene in China like? What was the first dance move they learned? What would they be doing if not dance?). Listen in to find out! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Blueland: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/ABG - Boll & Branch: Get 15% off your first set of sheets with code: abg at bollandbranch.com (try worry-free for 30 nights with free shipping & returns) - Coors: Check out where you can get Coors Pure at coorspure.com/abg - Girlfriend Collective: Get $25 off your first order of $100 or more at girlfriend.com/ABG - Issuu: Get your FREE account or 50% off your premium account with code: ABG at issuu.com/podcast - Neiwai: Get 20% off your first order with code ABG at neiwai.us/asianbossgirl S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three of us are officially ALL in our 30's! When people are asked what they love about being in their 30s, we hear a unanimous response: They give less fucks. But in reality, many gained a sense of self-confidence through the lessons they learned in their 20s. Today, we’re going to spend some time sharing the collective and individual advice + tips we gained to help us thrive in our 30s. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Pepper Bras: Get 10% off first order at wearpepper.com with code ABG - Bruush: Get 15% off your toothbrush kit at bruush.com with code ABG - Ritual: Get 10% off the first 3 months at ritual.com/ABG - LA Times Asian Enough: Listen to Season 2 now at LATimes.com or on all your podcasting platforms. - Coors: Check out where you can get Coors Pure at coorspure.com/abg - Zoc Doc: Sign up for the app for free at zocdoc.com/abg S H O U T O U T ! - Give a shoutout on the podcast here. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Never Have I Ever came onto the Netflix scene in April of 2020 and has since been described as a watershed moment for South Asian representation in Hollywood. Known for breaking Asian stereotypes, the series was created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher and is a coming-of-age comedy and teen drama partially based on Kaling’s childhood. Today, our guest, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, captured the hearts of many by playing the main character, Devi, an Indian American high school student coping with her father's death. Tune in as she shares about growing up in Mississauga, whom Maitreyi would choose of her two on-TV love interests: Paxton or Ben?!, and what it means to represent for the Tamil community at such a young age in the world of Hollywood. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Try Acorn TV free for 30 days at Acorn.TV with code ABG. - Betterhelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10. - Credit Karma: Open your free account at creditkarma.com/winmoney. - Firstleaf: Get 6 bottles of wine for $29.95 and free shipping at tryfirstleaf.com/ABG. - First Republic: firstrepublic.com. - Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off first purchase at UncommonGoods.com/ABG. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At our talks and through our messages, we often get questions about navigating career and professional development, and while we love drawing from our own experiences and sharing personal advice and anecdotes, today, we have a conversation with Anita Hossain an Executive Coach and Co-founder and CEO of The Grand, focused on group coaching, professional learning and development. Join us as Anita shares her unique angle on executive coaching, when it makes sense to work with an executive coach, some of her own personal professional challenges, and more. Check out her work at thegrand.world. Prior to The Grand, Anita led the Knowledge Program at First Round Capital, focused on developing community, creating programming and providing resources for their partner companies. She also spent time at Viacom International Media Networks in a Corporate Social Responsibility and Public Affairs role. Anita graduated from The Wharton School at UPenn in 2015. Her clients have included Facebook, Calm, Slack, and LinkedIn, just to name a few. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first order at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Coors: Go to CoorsPure.com to see where you can find Coors Pure! - Native: Get 20% off your first order at NativeDeo.com/ABG, promo code: abg. - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at Join Honey.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are still feeling the energy from that Hot Girl Summer episode! With LA opening up and summer officially here, the single ladies of the trio, Janet & Mel, are making their entrance back into the dating scene. Mel went on her first in-person date and ran into some little bumps (do guys ask you to come over on the first date?!), while Janet’s potential guy seems to be forward on the apps but lukewarm on the FaceTime call? Tune in as we recount our latest dates and what we foresee for our dating life for the rest of 2021! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Pepper Bras: Get 10% off your first order at wearpepper.com with code ABG - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg - Audible: Visit audible.com/ABG or text ABG to 500 500. - Coors: Go to CoorsPure.com to see where you can find Coors Pure! - LA Times: Check out Asian Enough podcast at LATimes.com or wherever you get your podcasts! - Faherty: Get 20% off your purchase at fahertybrand.com with code ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is officially summer! And we could not be more excited!! We thought it would be fun to share our favorite summer memories from when we were kids, since summer marked the end of the school year & summer vacation was actually a thing -- remember those days? For anyone who hasn't heard of the term “Hot Girl Summer” just yet, Coach Meg aka Megan thee Stallion said it best -- “Hot girl summer is about just being you, just having fun. It’s turning up, driving the boat, and not giving a damn about what nobody’s saying.” Welp, we don't have a boat, but we're ready to not give a damn and turn UP this summer! Even if it means turning up under the covers with a nice, cozy nap :). What are you excited for this summer?? This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg - Bruush: Get 15% off your Brüush toothbrush kit and refill plan with promo code: ABG at bruush.com - Credit Karma: Open your free account at creditkarma.com/winmoney - Firstleaf: Get 6 bottles of wine for $29.95 and free shipping at tryfirstleaf.com/ABG - Ritual Vitamin: Get 10% off your first three months at ritual.com/ABG - Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off first purchase at UncommonGoods.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The last few weeks have been a whirlwind and we haven't been able to spend much time catching up on our personal lives. Listen in as we share what we have been up to personally, aside from ABG - Janet went on a rejuvinating roadtrip with some close friends, Mel shares her lessons learned from her first time being in a bridal party (and as a Maid of Honor, no less), and Helen gets officially married in the midst of buying and renovating a new home. Where did Janet go and what did she do? Did Mel's bride have a meltdown? And what type of ceremony did Helen have to officially become a Mrs.? Listen in to find out! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - First Republic Bank: firstrepublic.com - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - HVMN: Get 10% off your first order at HVMN.com/ABG - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We get a lot of messages about relationships - both romantic and platonic. And when it comes to conversations around relationships, romantic ones seem to get most of the attention during our 20s and 30s. But FRIENDSHIPS - are just as, if not MORE important, than romantic relationships. What does it mean to be a friend? A best friend? Do you remember your high school best friend and are they still a part of your life? Tune in as we recount the friendships that have made a lasting impact on our lives! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at Join Honey.com/ABG - ThriveCausemetics: Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/ABG - AcornTV: Try Acorn TV free for 30 days at Acorn.TV with code abg. - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg - ButcherBox: Get free bacon in every subscription box at ButcherBox.com/ABG - Warby Parker: Try 5 pairs of glasses at home for free at warbyparker.com/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of AsianBossGirl, we have Dan Matthews, a Los Angeles-based rapper and Korean-American adoptee. Dan is an active spokesperson and advocate for Trans-racial Asian Adoptees, known for his docu-series about his search for his birth family that reached audiences worldwide and garnered a feature in Lisa Ling’s “This Is Life”. He is also an alternative rap artist who has toured internationally and released two full-length albums under the moniker DANakaDAN, as well as the executive director of ISA (International Secret Agents - an entertainment platform for celebrating Asian Youth Culture and it’s global influence founded byWong Fu Productions and Far East Movement) where he spearheads and curates the annual IDENTITY LA concert series. Dan is also one of our very close and longtime friends. Join us for this personal, candid, and reflective conversation. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Billie: MyBillie.com/ABG - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at Skillshare.com/abg - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg - Credit Karma: Open your free account at creditkarma.com/winmoney - First Republic Bank: firstrepublic.com S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we take the time to sit down and chat with Youtuber, entrepreneur, social media guru, and true Asian BOSS Girl, Jenn Im!! She is someone who is super proactive about truly understanding herself and is setting an amazing example for others to do the same. She has spent hours reading self-help books, attended vulnerability events, and written countless pages in her journal to process her thoughts. You may know her as one of the OGs in the fashion space through her YouTube channel, ClothesEncounters, which boasts over 2 million subscribers. But today, she is joining us as just another human being who shares the same struggles many of us do on a day-to-day basis. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - HBO Max: Check out all the incredible content HBO Max has curated to celebrate APAHM at http://trk.hbomax.com/aff_c?offer_id=7&aff_id=1160&url_id=26 - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - Penguin Books: Uplift the stories by AAPI authors that you love by sharing them on social media using #ReadAsianAuthors. Throughout the month of May, Penguin Random House is donating 15% of its site profits to Asian Americans Advancing Justice, up to $30K. Find your next read at PenguinRandomHouse.com or go to bit.ly/ReadAsianAuthors. - Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off first purchase at UncommonGoods.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On AsianBossGirl, we love to use our platform to share the life stories and work of amazing Asian women. Today, we have the pleasure of talking with serial entrepreneur and award-winning writer, filmmaker, director, journalist, and creative storyteller, Sahra Nguyen. In 2018, she founded Nguyen Coffee Supply, the first specialty Vietnamese coffee company in the United States importing via direct-trade & roasting in Brooklyn, New York. Their commitment to producing and offering premium Vietnamese coffee creates opportunities for economic advancement with Vietnamese farmers. Its mission is to change the future of specialty coffee through diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. Nguyen Coffee Supply has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, VICE, Forbes, New York Times, Saveur, Imbibe Magazine, Vietcetera, CNN. Sahra’s family history and culture as the daughter of Vietnamese refugees who fled Vietnam by boat after the war has been at the heart of her professional and life’s work. Tune in now & listen to Sahra’s incredible journey! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at ModernFertility.com/ABG - Warby Parker: Try 5 pairs of glasses at home for free at warbyparker.com/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Billie: Get your starter kit for $9 plus free shipping at mybillie.com/ABG - HVMN: Get 10% off your first order at HVMN.com/ABG - Coor: Go to CoorsPure.com to see where you can find Coors Pure! - Nguyen Coffee Supply: Get 10% off [until the end of June] with code ABGVIP10 S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is verbalizing or expressing love to our parents so hard? Growing up, many of us did not use words of affirmation as a love language with our parents. It could be mostly due to our contrasting generational Asian upbringing or the difference in language. Regardless, there are so many unspoken words of love and gratitude that we haven’t shared with them. As kids, we saw our parents as the people who’d nag us, drive us to our practices, automatically pack our lunch boxes for us, etc. However, as we get older, we start to see them as more than just our moms or dads. We start to see them as humans and understand the struggle that they came from to truly provide the best for us, their children. Today, we take the time to read letters that we each wrote to express our appreciation, love, and unspoken words to our moms and dads. Also, Happy (belated) Mother's Day to all the mom and mom figures out there! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/ABG - AcornTV: Get 30 days free at acorn.tv with code: abg - Butcher Box: Get a free BBQ Bundle in your first box (2 NY strip steaks, 6 burgers, and 5 lbs of drumsticks) at butcherbox.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for a conversation with Bing Chen, Co-founder and President of Gold House, the premier collective of Asian founders, creative voices, and leaders dedicated to uniting the world’s largest populace–Asians & Pacific Islanders. Bing is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree; a Hollywood Reporter Next Gen Leader; and his companies have been recognized as Business Insider’s Top Startups. We discuss his identity as a Third Culture Kid, how losing his father to cancer early in life impacted his outlook and approach on life, what it was like creating the multi-billion dollar influencer ecosystem as YouTube's Global Head of Creator Development and Management, and his perspectives on sexual identity. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Native: Get 20% off first purchase at NativeDeo.com/ABG or use promo code ABG at checkout - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/ABG - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a while since we've done a Q&A episode! Here are some of the most recent questions you've sent us - from working on ABG to favorite restaurants we're into at the moment, and love and dating - we spill on the questions you’re most curious about. How was Helen’s house buying process? Do we fight in ABG & how do we handle it? Any dates after the holidate special? Listen to find out! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Jenni Kayne: Get 15% off your first order at jennikayne.com with code ABG. - ModernFertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at ModernFertility.com/ABG - Pandora: Shop April 22-26 & receive a free, limited-edition, sterling silver bangle with your Pandora purchase of $150 or more at https://us.pandora.net/ABG. - Billie: Get your starter kit for $9 plus free shipping at mybillie.com/ABG - HVMN: Get 10% off your first order at HVMN.com/ABG - All of Us: Get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic ancestry & traits results, and one of 10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is about dating and relationships. We have a lot of episodes about this general topic, but we haven’t given a real proper update about each of our personal situations (or lack of situations) more recently. And we realized that the three of us are actually uniquely positioned to talk about romantic relationships from very different perspectives. We'll be talking about Janet's recent could've-been-the-one relationship, Mel's quarantine flings in 2021, and the biggest thing Helen is working through in her relationship. Tune in for this juicy update! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abg10 - Coastal: Get 30% off your first pair of glasses at coastal.com/bossgirl - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/ABG - Jenni Kayne: Get 15% off your first order at jennikayne.com, promo code "ABG" S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Romantic relationships are one of the most challenging types of relationships to navigate. And while some connections hold strong and end in a beautiful lifetime together, many fizzle out. In episode 85, we each wrote a letter to our exes. It was the first time we got that open and vulnerable with one of our past relationships on this podcast! And so many of you enjoyed hearing our letters, especially the idea that opening old wounds and memories can actually be a healing process, if approached with gratitude in mind. In this episode, Janet takes it one step further and has a conversation with an ex. His name is Wesley Chan (we call him Wes), and their relationship was a meaningful one, though short-lived. He is also one of the co-founders of WongFu Productions, and a good friend of ours. This will also be the first time they reflect back on their college relationship together, the first time, in 17 years! That’s all we’ll say for now -- but we hope you enjoy this chat between two good friends, once lovers. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - FlexFit: Get 20% Flex Disc Starter Kits OR 10% off your first Flex Cup + free U.S. shipping at FlexFits.com with code ABG - ButcherBox: Get a FREE Essentials Bundle in your first box at ButcherBox.com/ABG - Pandora Jewelry: https://us.pandora.net/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to a Business Insider article, some people say that it takes just 3 seconds for us to make up our minds about whether we like someone or want to do business with them. It seems then, that first impressions are pretty important when trying to land that job or internship. And you only ever get ONE with each person you meet - whether you join that company or not. Beyond just making a first impression, interviewing can be a nerve-wracking experience, and it can differ a lot between different industries. Today, we’re going to share some of our personal experiences with interviewing for jobs and internships! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Honey: Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/ABG - ModernFertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at ModernFertility.com/ABG - Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/ABG - AcornTV: Try AcornTV for 30 days for free at acorn.tv with code ABG - Audible Beginner's Mind: Listen to the audio memoir of Yo-Yo Ma for free at audible.com/beginnersmind S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/supportS U B S C R I B E T O U S ! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On AsianBossGirl, we are all about empowering Asian American women to be unstoppable and “kick-ass” in their line of work. And speaking of kick-ass, we are beyond excited about the new CW show, Kung Fu, and its predominantly Asian American cast!! Kung Fu follows a Chinese American woman named Nicky Shen who, due to a quarter-life crisis, drops out of college and attends a monastery school in China. Upon her return to San Francisco, she finds her city overturned with crime and corruption from the Triads. How will Nicky use her martial arts and Shaolin practice to protect her hometown? Can she protect her family from corruption? I guess we’ll have to ask our friend and star of the show, Olivia Liang, these tough questions! Get to know Olivia Liang in today's episode!! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ - Coastal: Get 30% off your first pair of glasses at coastal.com/bossgirl. - Jenni Kayne: Get 15% off your first order at jennikayne.com, promo code "ABG".P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Audible: Get a 30-day free trial at audible.com/abg or text ABG to 500-500. - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abg10. - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March is Women's History Month, and in light of the tragic hate crime that occurred in Atlanta on March 16, 2021 - the killing of 7 women, 6 of whom were of Asian descent - there is even more reason for us to uplift, discuss, and celebrate what it means to be a woman in today's world. Join us as we recognize and talk about women who inspire us, who move us, and serve as motivation for us - women we think are beautiful (however we define beauty), women who challenge us, and women who make us feel proud to identify as women. We also talk about our personal experiences with our womanhood - what being a woman today means to each of us, personally. And to our ABGs and ABBs who are coping with what it means to be an Asian woman in today's world - We’re here with you, we see you, and we love you all. Who are women that inspire you? This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Public Goods: Get 15% off your first order at publicgoods.com with code ABG15 - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - Stitchfix: Get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix at stitchfix.com/abg - SoulCycle Bike: Get a free pair of cycling shoes with the purchase of your SoulCyle at-home bike at MySoulCycleBike.com/ABG with code ABG - Stereo: Catch our weekly show on Stereo! This week’s LIVE show 3/25 5 PM PST will be linked here! S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In previous episodes, we have analyzed our astrological signs, as well as learned the art and science of matchmaking. Today, we’re going to take both subjects one step further and talk about astrology-based matchmaking. Does such a thing exist? According to Rachel Lo, the CEO and Co-Founder of Struck - an astrology-based dating app prioritizing intentional conversations and emotional intelligence - the answer is, yes. Rachel is a former Apple product design engineer turned matchmaker, who, despite her STEM background, turned to astrology in her mid-twenties to help make sense of the world around her. Tune in as we hear Rachel’s journey leaving her “science playground” at Apple to the struggles/wins of starting her own app! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Aurate: Get 15% off your first order at AurateNewYork.com/abg with code abg - Public Goods: Get 15% off your first order at publicgoods.com with code ABG15 - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at Modernfertility.com/ABG - Stereo: Catch our weekly show on Stereo! This week’s LIVE show 3/19 5 PM PST will be linked here! S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friend, Daughter, Podcast host -- are all titles that the three of us have in common. Today, we want to explore another title we share... Sister! The three of us are fortunate to have grown up with either a younger sibling or an older sibling. From causing havoc in the house together, someone to be our parent’s guinea pig, to having someone to get you out of trouble...there is no one else in the world that has seen us or gone through things alongside us like our brother & sisters. As we start to get older, it’s setting in how cool and fortunate we are to have our “forever friends” in our life. Today, we’ll be sharing all the fun & annoying love of our relationships with our one and only, siblings. Thanks Anne, Brandon, and Patti for joining us today! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - AcornTV: Try AcornTv FREE for 30 days at Acorn.tv with code ABG - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Honey: Get discounts on online shopping for free at joinhoney.com/abg - Skillshare: Get a 2-Week Trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/ABG - StitchFix: Get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix at stitchfix.com/abg - Stereo: Catch our weekly show on Stereo! This week’s LIVE show 3/12 5PM PST will be linked here! S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are going to be talking about...Boobs. Breasts, tits, hoohahs, boobies - whatever you want to call them, they are a noteworthy part of the human body, and hold particular anatomical and symbolic meaning. Different people will conjure up different associations and ideals when it comes to the topic of boobs. Today, we want to discuss it from the perspective of 3 cis-gendered Asian American women. We’re going to talk about our personal experiences: what our boobs mean to us, recalling our relationship with them through those awkward teenage years, reflecting on social perceptions (for example the idea that Asian women have particularly small boobs), bra and personality associations, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, tell us about your first training bra in the comments! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Flex: Get 20% off Flex Disc Starter Kit or 10% off your first Flex Cup at flexfits.com and use code ABG - Native: Get 20% off first purchase at NativeDeo.com/ABG or use promo code ABG at checkout - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - Skillshare: Get a 2-Week Trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/ABG - Stereo: Catch our NEW weekly live show on Stereo! Friday 3/5 at 5:00 PM PST! https://bit.ly/30bA1v6 S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the last month, the U.S. has seen a massive spike in anti-Asian hate crimes. According to The Cut, there were 20 incidents in the first half of 2020 alone, compared to 1 in the entire year of 2019. These activities have prompted intense sadness, frustration, anger, and fear amidst the Asian and Asian American community. Today, we have Tammy Cho & Michelle Hanabusa, co-founders of Hate Is A Virus, a community of mobilizers and amplifiers that exists to dismantle racism and hate. Tammy & Michelle started Hate Is A Virus in April 2020 in response to the rise in hate crimes against Asian American Pacific Islanders due to the pandemic. Join in today as we process the recent events, learn more about the initiatives at Hate Is A Virus, and discuss ways to take action to #StopAsianHate. To learn more about Hate Is A Virus, check out @hateisavirus_ and https://hateisavirus.org/. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ - Ned&Co: Get 15% off first one-time order or 20% off first subscription order plus free shipping at www.helloned.com/ABG or use code ABG at checkout. - H&R Block: Get 20% off Online Tax Filings at hrblock.com/bossgirl - Flex: Get 20% off Flex Disc Starter Kit or 10% off your first Flex Cup at flexfits.com and use code ABG - Stereo: Catch our NEW weekly live show on Stereo! Friday 2/26 at 5:00 PM PST! https://stereo.com/u/r21YqjplUIiXZ21 - SoulCycle: Get a free pair of cycling shoes with the purchase of your SoulCyle at-home bike at MySoulCycleBike.com/ABG with code ABG. - Jenni Kayne: Get 15% off your first order at jennikayne.com with promo code ABG. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we pick the brain of the mastermind behind the "To All the Boys I've Loved Before" trilogy, Jenny Han! She is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and also the executive producer on all three of the Netflix films - "To All the Boys I've Loved Before", "To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You", and the final film, "To All the Boys: Always and Forever" (out now!) When her first film came out on Netflix, we all watched the movie and relished in the sweet nostalgia of young love, re-living the butterflies from first crushes, feeling the blush in our cheeks from awkward “firsts”, and wiping away hot tears that stain a naive heart. Lara Jean & Peter Kavinsky have clearly captured the hearts of America, and today, we think Jenny Han will capture yours. If you've watched the final film, let us know what you think! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - H&R Block: Get 20% off Online Tax Filings at hrblock.com/bossgirl - Honey: Get discounts on online shopping for free at joinhoney.com/abg - Ned & Co: Get 15% off first one-time order or 20% off first subscription order plus free shipping at www.helloned.com/ABG or use code ABG at checkout. - StitchFix: Get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix at stitchfix.com/abg - Stereo: Catch our NEW weekly live show on Stereo! Thursday 2/18 at 8:00 PM PST! https://stereo.com/u/r21XjXm1eGBMZ21 S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we chat with our friend and Bling Empire star, Kevin Kreider. As residents of LA working on projects promoting Asian American representation, we met Kevin years ago through our friends at Wongfu Productions, whose shorts Kevin has acted in. And Kevin actually hosted a gala where ABG received our first cultural impact award from APEX in 2019. In this episode, we talk about both the Kevin in Bling Empire and the Kevin BEFORE Bling Empire - the Kevin who worked as a model and fitness coach while running his own production company called Taejin Entertainment LLC. The Kevin who has been an advocate of redefining Asian masculinity for many years and has been a motivational speaker at places like TedX and Google about reclaiming Asian male sexuality in America. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a 💎emoji in the comments (or a ☕️

To many brides and grooms, the past year may have felt more like a Wedding “miss” than Wedding “bliss", with all the unexpected changes due to the pandemic. From changing expectations of the big day, bridal gowns that remain hanging in closets, to wedding invites with TBD dates…a lot of adjustments had to be made for many couples. Our bride, Helen, also had to work through these changes, and she shares all the wedding updates in this episode. Did she find her dream wedding dress? When are Helen & Phil getting married? How can the bridal party be supportive during these times? And what are the wedding trends to anticipate for 2021? This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - East Meets Dress: Find the perfect qipao & celebrate your culture in style at eastmeetsdress.com - Flex: Get 20% off Flex Disc Starter Kit or 10% off your first Flex Cup at flexfits.com and use code ABG - Stereo: Catch our NEW weekly live show on Stereo! Head to instagram.com/asianbossgirl and click on the link in bio. We'll be live Friday 2/5 at 5 PM PST! - Skillshare: Get a 2-Week Trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/ABG - All of Us: Get a chance to get a $25 gift card, personalized genetic results, and 1/10,000 Fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg. - Honey: Get discounts on online shopping for free at joinhoney.com/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We made it!! Triple digits!!! 100 is the beginning of a new chapter that we are opening as we enter the uncharted, the unknown, and the incredibly promising year of 2021. From that late-night casual conversation over drinks 4 years ago that lead to mic purchases, googling “how to make a podcast”, and claiming the @asianbossgirl handle across multiple platforms -- to a multi-media LLC powering the #3 podcast in the Personal Journals category in Canada and the #7 in the U.S. on Apple Podcasts and the #17 podcast in the Business category in the U.S. on Spotify -- 100 episodes later -- some things have definitely changed, but many things have remained the same. In this episode, we cover questions such as -- What were we most afraid of and excited for when we started the podcast? What has been the most challenging part of building this podcast? What is the most valuable lesson we have learned? What's ahead for ABG? Join us as we reflect on our journey to 100! And thank you all SOOO much for being part of our journey. We honestly could not have gotten here without y'all. We hope to continue growing & learning with you, & building up this community to become something even more special and interconnected. Thank you, and here's to the next 100. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Stereo: Catch our NEW weekly live show on Stereo! Head to instagram.com/asianbossgirl and click on the link in bio. We'll be live Tuesday 2/2 at 5PM PST! - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test at modernfertility.com/ABG - Ned & Co: Get 15% off first one-time order or 20% off first subscription order plus free shipping at www.helloned.com/ABG or use code ABG at checkout. - All of Us: Get a chance to get $25 gift card, personalized genetic results, and 1/10,000 fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are a couple of weeks into 2021, the year following an U.S. election year unlike any other many of us in our lifetime have, and perhaps ever will, experience. And though we are hot off the inauguration last night where Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were formally sworn into office, marking the start of a new presidency, the intensity and aftermath of the social and political landscape from 2020 continues to affect us all. Like many people, we have been feeling overwhelmed, and sometimes numb, by all that has happened, and continues to happen, in our world today. To help us understand, ground, and interpret the current world state from a different perspective than our own, we are going to speak with people we think have one of the hardest jobs when it comes to coping with today’s current events - parents. Thank you to Kelly Lang, Michael Banaag, and Divya Anand for sharing their stories and perspectives with us! And thank you to Divya for the resources below: - Parents pause!: Talking race with White and non-Black children. Dig Boston, Anand, D., (2020, June 18). - Think outside the book: Transformative justice using children’s literature in educational settings. Journal Of Curriculum Studies Research, 2(2), 122-143. (Pages 127-132) features a transformative justice questionnaire which would be useful for teachers and caregivers of young children, Anand, D., & Hsu, L. (2020). - COVID-19 and Black Lives Matter: Examining Anti-Asian Racism and Anti-Blackness in US Education. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Higher Education, 5(1), 190–199, Anand, D., & Hsu, L. (2020). This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off first purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Issuu: Get a Free Account or 50% off a Premium Account at issuu.com/podcast with code: ABG - Ned: Get 15% off first one-time order or 20% off first subscription order plus free shipping at www.helloned.com/ABG or use code ABG at checkout. - Skillshare: Get 2-Week Trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/ABG - All of Us: A chance to get $25 gift card, personalized genetic results, and 1/10,000 fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered about the world of energy healing, spiritual mediumship, and psychic powers? We've been curious about this for a while but waiting for the right opportunity - and that happens to be TODAY, ON THIS EPISODE. From questions like "What strengths or weakness does Helen need to be aware of?", "What does Janet need to work on to find that husband?", "When is Mel going to find THE ONE?", to "What does the future hold for ABG?", we get answers from Carla, a Spiritual Medium. Tune in to see what the spirits have to say for the three of us & ABG in this episode foreshadowing our futures Please excuse the extra sound effects in this episode, Carla’s kitty cat made a few unexpected appearances! Learn more about Carla and her services at guidedbydivine.com This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - LinkedIn Sales Navigator: Start your 60-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/ABG - AcornTV: Try AcornTv FREE for 30 days at Acorn.tv with code ABG - BetterHelp: Get 10% your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - All of Us: Get a chance to get $25 gift card, personalized genetic results, and 1/10,000 fitbit devices at joinallofus.org/abg. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by alcohol-free Heineken 0.0! We are in the month of January -- a time when most people start experimenting with new habits in an effort to improve themselves. In recent years, it’s become increasingly popular to take a break from alcohol in an effort to reset and experiment with new habits. And here at ABG, we have decided that THIS year, 2021, we will collectively be committing to an alcohol-free start of the year!! So in this episode, we'll discuss tips for staying motivated and share the different activities we're looking forward to in the New Year. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 has FINALLY arrived. 2020 was a long year, and many of us have been waiting for this new year for what feels like ages. 2020 was a uniquely challenging year, one that many of us may not encounter again in this lifetime. Where do we go after a year like 2020? In our last episode we reflected on 2020, and after processing such a heavy year, we are ready to set our vision toward 2021. Join us as we each share our personal resolutions for this coming year. What are your resolutions for 2021? This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. ___ P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Audible: Get a 30-day free trial at audible.com/ABG or text ABG to 500-500. - Native: Get 20% off your first purchase at nativedeo.com/abg or use promo code abg at checkout - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test at modernfertility.com/ABG - Skillshare: Get a free trial of Premium Membership at skillshare.com/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re an avid listener & playing this episode the moment it drops, we are officially 12 hours from 2021!!! (If you’re on the West Coast). It seems like everyone has been holding their breath, waiting for 2020 to end so that we can all close the door on this year. Thinking ahead & setting resolutions for a new year is a common practice, but it can be incredibly beneficial to reflect on the past year before doing so. And as much as many of us may prefer to just forget about 2020, we want to ensure that we have not experienced this year in vain. So in today’s episode, we’ll be sharing our personal & very intimate reflections of 2020. Anyone else ready for 2021?! ___ This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off your first purchase at functionofbeauty.com/ABG -ISSUU: Sign up for FREE or get 50% off a premium account at ISSUU.com/podcast with code ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tis the season to…drink a little and be jolly :)! As we enter the holiday season, we thought it would be fun to spice things up and play a game to test out how we actually perceive each other. We’re taking it back to episode one and will be doing a little sip sip for this recording! We each have a drink, and we're ready to get this party started!! If you are joining us for this game, please drink at your own discretion. So... take your bets now! Who do you think will be sippin the most?! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Glossier: Get 10% off your first purchase at glossier.com/podcast/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In true AsianBossGirl form, when Maggie got frustrated with the modern day dating experience, she built a company to do it better! Maggie co-founded GetSetDate, a dating consultancy that takes a human approach to dating, believing that people are not just a collection of facts that can be matched by an algorithm. GetSetDate provides photography, matchmaking, and coaching services, and has been described by The Washington Post as “Why Silicon Valley singles are giving up on the algorithm of love”. Learn more at www.getsetdate.co and @getsetdate.co on Instagram and @getsetdate on Facebook. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - OneHope Wine: Get $10 off your first purchase with code ABG at onehopewine.com/ABG - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test at modernfertility.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that we are fully in the holiday season and your Christmas decorations that went up in early November finally make sense to the rest of the neighborhood, we wanted to bring up a topic that we’ve experienced our whole lives. Celebrating Western Holidays, like Thanksgiving and Christmas, as Asians! Whether our families serve duck instead of turkey during Thanksgiving or have a good ole spicy hot pot going, these are all traditions that we’ve experienced as 2nd generation Asian Americans, toeing the line between our Eastern and Western cultures, and facing the generational differences within our families, at the dinner table. Our parents join us for this episode & share how they learned about these Western holidays for the first time! Did your parents go through similar things? Take a listen to the ep & let us know! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: First 1,000 people to use our link Skillshare.com/ABG10 will get a free trial of premium membership - StoryWorth: Get $10 off your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/abg - ISSUU: Get 50% off a premium account with promo code ABG at issuu.com/podcast - Spanx: Get 10% off purchase + free shipping/returns at spanx.com/ABG with code ABGXSPANX - KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month + FREE shipping on any crate line at kiwico.com with code ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trying out dog food for the first time on a first date? Guess nothing should surprise us any longer in 2020, hm? Now that the holidays are in full swing, we're bringing you another fun and juicyy holi-date episode! Helen put on her cupid wings again, and this time, she's setting up Mel with an actor, and someone who is equally passionate about the API community, the arts, and *shocker* also doesn't like hiking??? His name is Hayden Szeto, @haydenszeto. You might recognize him from The Edge of Seventeen! Can compatibility prevail for these two? No pressure, but we're definitely crossing our fingers ;) Grab a drink, relax, and get ready to be a fly on the laptop screens of this Zoom holi-date! And after this episode, head over to our YouTube channel, where you'll be able to see snippets of this conversation. I mean, we needed to put a visual on the dog food, right? Search AsianBossGirl on YouTube. And if you haven't listened yet, check out Janet and Jeff's holi-date on Episode 90! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Acorn TV: Get a 30 day free trial at Acorn.TV, code: ABG - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off your first order at functionofbeauty.com/ABG - Parade: Get 20% off your order at yourparade.com/ABG with code ABG - Skillshare: First 1,000 people to use skillshare.com/abg10 will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People, Places, and things - in the most simple and direct translation, they are simply the definition of a noun. But these nouns are what makeup experiences, the many experiences throughout our lives that have shaped us into who we are today. From the people who left a lasting impression on us, the places that are painted with memories, to the inanimate objects that feel more living than not...all of these experiences have left a lasting impression on us for different reasons. In the Disney movie, “Inside Out”, they touch on the topic of “core memories”. Core Memories play a pivotal role in the film and are described as memories that feel more significant than regular memories. Core Memories essentially shape your personality and define who you are today. Today, we’ll be sharing our core memories, specifically the people, places, and things that have made an impact on our lives. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Glossier: Get 10% off your first purchase at glossier.com/podcast/ABG - AAVRANI: Get 20% off your first order at AAVRANI.com with code ABG20 - KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month + FREE shopping on any crate line at kiwico.com with code ABG - Parade: Get 20% off your order at yourparade.com/ABG with code ABG - Mint Mobile: mintmobile.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is age truly just a number? How important is age when it comes to dating? Can two people who are ten years apart really connect romantically? To spice things up this holiday season, Helen took on the role of Cupid here at ABG! And she is aiming her arrows at the single ladies of this podcast, Janet & Mel! You have all heard their dating woes on the podcast by now, but you've never heard them on an actual BLIND FIRST DATE! This week, Helen took aim and hit Janet and content creator, Jeffrey Chang, with a sharp dose of potential & love. Can compatibility prevail for these two? Or will their almost decade of age difference play a factor in this holi-Zoom date? Tune in to hear how everything plays out for Janet & Jeffrey! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: First 1,000 people to use skillshare.com/abg10 will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - AAVRANI: Get 20% off your first order at AAVRANI.com with code ABG20 - Issuu: Get a free account or 50% off a premium account at issuu.com/podcast with code ABG - Parade: Get 20% off your order at yourparade.com/ABG with code ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is the founder and CEO of Jubilee Media, a media company with over 5M subscribers, founded on the single idea to create a movement of empathy for human good. Since its start 10 years ago, Jubilee Media has created countless videos and short films exploring uncomfortable conversations between human beings, often from contrasting backgrounds, and the deep connections they make through sharing vulnerability. When our country and world feel so divided, empathy - the ability to share and truly understand the feelings of others - is more necessary than ever. Join us today for an invigorating discussion with Founder and CEO of Jubilee Media, and Mel's old boss, Jason Y. Lee! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Billie: 10% off starter kit at mybillie.com/abg, code: abg - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off your first order at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - KiwiCo: 50% off first month + free shipping on any crate line at kiwico.com with code ABG - Skillshare: First 1,000 people to use skillshare.com/abg10 will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership - Tempo: $100 off purchase at tempo.fit with code: abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One can argue that gratitude is the most powerful of human emotions. There have been studies that show that the benefits of practicing gratitude include: improved physical health, better sleep, greater happiness, more self-esteem, stronger relationships, greater resilience, less anxiety, reduced symptoms of depression, and so much more. Practicing gratitude not only helps you to feel more grounded and peaceful, but it also improves your ability to share that love with others. To give back. To say thank you. And to re-commit to your inner values. However, gratitude doesn’t come easy for most of us. The fact is, we’re built for survival, not happiness, and therefore, gratitude takes effort. Join us as we practice a gratitude exercise together, and share ways we implement it in each of our lives. Leave a comment below about something you are grateful for :) This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Orgain: 20% off first purchase + extra savings when you subscribe at TryOrgain.com/ABG - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Audible: 1 credit to pick any title + access to unlimited Audible Originals each month at Audible.com/ABG OR text ABG to 500 500 - Thrive Market: Free gift up to $24 in value at ThriveMarket.com/ABG - KiwiCo: 50% off first month + Free shipping on any crate line at kiwico.com with code ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook - More about us at asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - hello@asianbossgirl.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy early Halloween everyone!! In episode 79, we shared with you all some of our spooky horror stories from our time working in corporate. Not a lot of us like to air out our dirty laundry when it comes to our jobs, out of fear of looking like a disgruntled worker, or even the possibility of getting fired. But we asked you on IG if you were open to sharing, and to our surprise, our DMs were FLOODED with your messages. From physically, emotionally, and verbally abusive bosses to countless stories of mismanagement, these are pretty heartbreaking to read. It seems there isn’t enough done to combat these toxic work environments. At the end of the day, we’re all in this together. And the more we share, the more we know that we’re not alone in these experiences. So on theme with this weekend’s Halloween celebrations, we decided to share some of YOUR work-related horror stories! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Glossier: Get 10% off your first order at Glossier.com/podcast/ABG. - Function of Beauty: Get 20% off your first order at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Spanx: Get 10% off order + free shipping/returns at spanx.com/ABG - PrettyLitter: Get 20% off your first order at prettylitter.com code: abg - AcornTV: 30 days free at acorn.tv code: abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month, we are focusing on the topic of Self Exploration, and as we near the end of October and edge closer to the spooktacular day of Hallow’s Eve, otherwise known as Halloween, we thought it would be appropriate to dedicate an episode to OUR GREATEST FEARS!! Fear is one of the seven universal emotions experienced by everyone around the world. Fear arises with the threat of harm, either physical, emotional, or psychological, real, or imagined. While traditionally considered a “negative” emotion, fear actually serves an important role in keeping us safe as it mobilizes us to cope with potential danger. Today, we discuss everything from surface-level phobias like clowns, whales, birds, holes??? to deeply significant life fears, like lack of direction, failure, public speaking, and all. What would you add to this list? Let us know in the comments below! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Tempo: $100 off purchase at tempo.fit with code: abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Alexa: 20% off your Amazon Smart Lighting Bundle (Echo Dot smart speaker and a Sengled Color-Changing Light Bulb) at amazon.com/abg - Skillshare: First 1,000 people to use skillshare.com/abg10 will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breakups...ugh they suck! Sometimes it's a clean break. But more often than not, the period that follows can be messy and often left with words unsaid. As time passes and more life and love insight are gained, we may have even more we'd like to say to our former partner. The 3 of us have thought back into our dating history and each selected one ex. We then each took the time to write a letter to this ex, and we’re going to spend this episode sharing and discussing those letters with each other and all of you! Have you tried this exercise? If so, leave a 📝 and share your experience with us in the comments below! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this - Tempo: $100 off purchase at tempo.fit with code: abg - Billie: 10% off starter kit at mybillie.com/abg, code: abg - Mint Mobile: mintmobile.com/abg, code: abg - Pretty Litter: 20% off first purchase at prettylitter.com with code abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Asian American identity & the stories that exist within our community are vast & extremely nuanced. The three of us have explored our own identities through various episodes (Episode 25: ABM-AsianBossMoms, Episode 63: APAHM - Growing Up in An Asian Household, Episode 64: My Asian Am Identity) with the lens of us specifically being 2nd gen Asian Americans. If you listened to those episodes, you heard us talk about our parents’ immigration stories and how we balance the culturally traditional side (that our parents pass down to us) with our western side (the environment we were raised in). Today, we want to explore another identity within the Asian American experience...the stories and perspectives of people who are 4th generation. And to help us explore this topic, we have brought on 2 very special & familiar faces (and voices)…Comedian/Writer, Sierra Katow, and Director/Writer, Taylor Chan! Tune in to hear them share their stories about the feeling of growing up “in-between” two worlds. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: First 1,000 people to use skillshare.com/abg10 will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Tushy: Get 10% off at hellotushy.com/ABG - Calm: Get 40% off a premium subscription at calm.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy October everyone! This month, we are focused on the topic of self-exploration. And today, we will be talking about the fascinating theory of attachment styles. This theory has studied how parents/caregivers have played a significant role in the attachment styles of their children. As children interact with these caregivers as a secure base to explore from and return to, the response from these caregivers leads to the development of patterns of attachment for the child, i.e. are the parent’s responses loving, caring, angry? These interactions then guide the child’s thoughts, feelings, and expectations in later relationships in life, romantic or otherwise. In the late 1980s, psychologists noticed that interactions between adults are similar to those between children and caregivers. For example, adults feel comforted when those they are attached to are present, or they become anxious or lonely when they are absent. They observed that romantic relationships serve as a secure base that helps people to face the surprises, opportunities, and challenges that life presents. So today, we’re getting personal and going deep by analyzing our attachment styles!! There are four main styles of attachment: 1) secure attachment, 2) anxious-preoccupied attachment, 3) dismissive-avoidant attachment, and 4) fearful-avoidant attachment. Which do you think we'll be? Quizzes we took: https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/#header https://yourpersonality.net/attachment/menu.php This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Audible: Get 1 credit to pick any title, plus access to unlimited Audible Originals each month at Audible.com/ABG - SchoolMaskPack: Get free shipping at SchoolMaskPack.com/ABG, code: ABG. - Mint Mobile: Get the unlimited wireless plan for $30 a month at Mintmobile.com/ABG - Pretty Litter: Get 20% off your first order at PretyLitter.com, code: ABG - Curology: Get a free 30-day trial at Curology.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, we have Liah Yoo, beauty influencer and founder and CEO of KraveBeauty. Liah has an international social media following of over 1 million people. She creates content that educates her followers on low-maintenance and effective skin care, sharing her unconventional acne-fighting tips based on her own personal skincare experience. Liah worked for AmorePacific, South Korea’s largest beauty company, before starting her own brand, Krave Beauty, whose mission is to challenge the fast-paced beauty industry to slow down. In the world of Korean skincare, where 10 step processes are the norm and new products are constantly being introduced, Liah is focused on keeping it simple and true, helping people reset their routines by taking a step back to listen to their skin’s true needs and feed it what it craves. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Alexa: Get 20% off your Amazon Smart Lighting Bundle (Echo Dot smart speaker and a Sengled Color-Changing Light Bulb) at amazon.com/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/ABG10 - Hello Fresh: Get $80 off across 5 boxes, including free shipping on your first box at hellofresh.com/abg80 - Shapermint: Get 10% off your first order with the code ABG at www.shapermint.com/ABG - Ritual Vitamin: Get 10% off your first 3 months with code ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2VvV7Bz - Daily Harvest: Get $25 off your first box with code ABG at https://bit.ly/2FVli0P S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month, we are focused on the topic of careers and entrepreneurship. To find a career that is the right fit, it’s important to not only understand WHAT we want but WHO we are - what are we good at? Understanding our personal strengths, weaknesses, and work values is not a one-time exercise. It requires a lot of patience, dedication, and active energy to understand ourselves, and also account for all the ways in which we change over the span of our working years. To prepare for this episode, we each took a number of evaluation tests that measure our skills, personality preferences, and work values. We’ll talk about everything from our inductive reasoning skills to structural visualization skills to dominance vs. influence and end with a fun Buzzfeed quiz to evaluate what career we should each be in. Take the quizzes & follow along in our conversation as we dissect our results! Quizzes we took: Aptitude Test DISC Test What Career Should You Have? --- This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Grammarly: Get 20% off the premium account at Grammarly.com/ABG. - Skillshare: Get 2 free months at Skillshare.com/ABG - Mint Mobile: Get the unlimited wireless plan for $30 a month at Mintmobile.com/ABG - Calm: Get 40% off at Calm.com/ABG - Census: Fill out your census now at www.2020census.gov S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this month’s theme of Careers and Entrepreneurship, we bring on a good friend and serial entrepreneur, Mylen Yamamoto Tansingco!! She has a background in education and taught media at the college level while starting her own media company, where she produced digital videos on the side. Now, she runs a full-fledged talent company and manages some familiar faces in the Asian American digital world. On top of that, she also started Cropsticks, a sustainable goods company that was featured on Shark Tank! “That’s what you do as an entrepreneur, you get kicked down and you get rejected too, but you gotta get back up and you gotta get back into it. Today we’re in over 250 restaurants, we’re in Disneyland, we’re in Hawaiian Airlines, we’re in the Four Seasons.” Tune in to hear Mylen's journey in creating and maintaining two successful companies, and how she's learning to pivot during COVID. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off a test at www.ModernFertility.com/ABG - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/ABG10 - Tushy: Get 10% off purchase at hellotushy.com/abg - Shapermint: Get 10% off your first order with the code ABG at www.shapermint.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Although the three of us now work on AsianBossGirl full time, we all have had experience working in corporate. From that obnoxious coworker who loved hearing the sound of his own voice, to horrible bosses that lacked a single empathetic bone in his/her body, to comments from coworkers about race and an unnerving correlation with some aspect of your work. As kids, we would make up scary stories to tell our friends, but now as adults, we STILL have scary stories to tell – only this time, they’re 100% real, and 100% scary, if not more. In line with this month’s theme of entrepreneurship and careers, we take a walk down memory lane and recount some of the horrific instances we experienced while working our past jobs. Leave a 👩🏻‍💻 or 👨🏻‍💻 emoji if you feel us! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: 2 free months at skillshare.com/abg - Curology: Free 30-day Trial at curology.com/abg - Alexa: 20% off your Amazon Smart Lighting Bundle (Echo Dot smart speaker and a Sengled Color-Changing Light Bulb) at amazon.com/abg - Audible: Free 30-day Trial at audible.com/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abg - Ritual: 10% off first 3 months at https://bit.ly/2VvV7Bz code: ASIANBOSSGIRL - Daily Harvest:$25 off first box at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze code: ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2020 is proving to be a challenge. On a larger scale, the world is facing a global pandemic that is trickling down and unveiling an ugly side to our country. All of these things happening in the world, whether we want to admit or not, affect all of us on an individual level. Through our conversations with each other & with our loved ones, we realize there also exists a feeling of guilt. Guilt that tells us that we don’t “deserve” to feel sad or down because “someone else is going through something worse”. But now is not the time to ignore the voice in your head that separates your soul from your ego. With all the time we’re spending at home, battling safety and our own sanity, it has become increasingly important to learn to listen to ourselves -- all parts of ourselves – the bright AND the dreary. Because only then- can we learn to bring light into a world that otherwise feels dim. Today, we’re discussing how we’re finding positivity & hope during the time. Please let us know how you're finding hope in our comments below! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Casetify: Get 20% off your first order at www.casetify.com/abg - BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/ABG10 - SchoolMaskPack: Try SchoolMaskPack at www.schoolmaskpack.com/abg - Shapermint: Get 10% off your first order with the code ABG at www.shapermint.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year's August 18th marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which guaranteed and protected women’s constitutional right to vote. As Asian American women, however, this celebration was a little different for us. The 19th amendment gave women the right to vote, but women of color were still marginalized under this law. The fight for voting rights for women of color continued for many years after 1920, and it wasn't until the Voting Rights Act in 1965 that racial discrimination was finally prohibited in voting. These series of events emphasize how powerful, sought after, and precious the right to vote is. Voting is the single most direct expression of how we want the social constructs of our society to be managed. Today's episode is dedicated to all the women who have fought, progressed, and won us the opportunity to exercise one of our most basic civic rights - the right to vote! We talk about our earliest memories of the concept of voting (does anyone remember high school superlatives, homecoming court, or student government?), if voting was ever discussed within our Chinese/Taiwanese households, our first times voting, the resources we used, and what voting means to us now. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Native: Get 20% off your first order at www.nativedeo.com/abg - Thrive: Join today and get a free gift of your choosing at www.thrivemarket.com/abg - Modern Fertility: Get $20 off your fertility test at www.modernfertility.com/abg- - BetterHelp: 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/abg - Airbnb: AsianBossGirl is an Airbnb Associate - book through our link here: https://bit.ly/30RvhL4 S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We welcome Philip Wang and Tim Hwang back onto the pod - one is a newly engaged creative and new media entrepreneur, the other a single, date-loving pharmaceutical marketing executive - both are men in their mid-30s who share their viewpoints and experiences on love and dating and how these have evolved since their 20s. What's an ideal age pairing for men and women? Is it dangerous to date someone for their potential versus their current state? What's the most attractive thing about a person, and what's the least attractive thing? Join us as they share their perspectives and personal stories. If you haven't already, check out Episode 75 where Philip and Tim share with us the ABB perspective on lifestyle and career changes between their 20s and 30s. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: Get 2 free months at https://skillshare.com/abg - BetterHelp: 10% off first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - SchoolMaskPack: schoolmaskpack.com/abg - Mint Mobile: mintmobile.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - NEW merch! asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 58, we welcomed two ABBs in their 20s to the pod, and things got juicy! (Hello Jason and Mike!). Today, we are upping the average age with two very special ABBs in their 30s, Philip Wang and Tim Hwang. In this part 1 of 2 series, we focus on the topic of Lifestyle and Career. What is a piece of advice these men have for their younger selves? In their 20s, what did they envision 30 to be like? What's it really like now? It's an episode filled with deep reflection and even deeper, heartier laughs. Join us in this fun conversation, and keep your eye out for next week's episode, where we continue the series to talk about Dating and Loveee ;)! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - shipstation: Get a 60 day free trial with code ABG at www.shipstation.com - skillshare: Get 2 free months at https://skillshare.com/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - NEW merch! asianbossgirl.myshopify.com - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Enneagram is a personality model made up of 9 types. We have had a couple of episodes in which we analyze each other’s personalities - there was Episode 14 where we discussed each of our horoscopes and zodiac signs, and Episode 17 which focused on our Meyers Briggs personality types. Our listeners have requested that we also dedicate an episode to the Enneagram - so here it is! We review each of our results, discuss how accurate we think this test is, what shocked us the most about our results, and get into some very deep and personal analyses about our fears and values. Have you taken the Enneagram test? Share your results with us in the comments below! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: 10% off the first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Issuu: Get a free account of Issuu at Issuu.info/ABG - Modern Fertility: $20 off the test at ModernFertility.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Girlboss - What is the movement associated with this term all about? In today's chaotic social and economic climate, many systems and structures are being called into question, and the #girlboss movement is no exception. Join us as we discuss the history of this movement, what it represented, and where it went wrong. We reflect on how each of us was personally affected or influenced by the #girlboss movement, its role in relation to AsianBossGirl, and how all the recent criticisms of this movement has impacted our future plans for AsianBossGirl. Leave an 💁‍♀️ emoji if you enjoyed this episode! --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Shipstation: 60-day free trial with code: ABG at shipstation.com - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first order with promo code ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze - SchoolMaskPack.com: SchoolMaskPack.com/abg S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have been friends for over 5 years now (working together for 3 of those years) - we've recorded over 70 episodes together, spent many late nights meeting for both work and play, exchange messages on the daily (if not hourly), and have gone on multiple international trips together. But how well do we really know each other? Listen and find out as we guess each other's answers to questions about our careers, love and sex, friends and family, childhood, favorite foods, and some juicy random questions (the answers to which you may not want to know, like... who doesn't flush their toilet paper down the toilet?? haha). If you liked what you heard, leave a 🧻 emoji in the comments. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: 10% off the first month at betterhelp.com/ABG10 - Grammarly: 20% off Premium at Grammarly.com/ABG - Green Chef: $80 off the first month plus free shipping on your first box at GreenChef.com/abg80 - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first order with promo code ABG at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze - Ritual Vitamin: 10% off your first three months with promo code ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2VvV7Bz S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode features the lovely Abigail Hing Wen, author of "Loveboat, Taipei", a novel about teenager Ever Wong as she navigates love, family relations, and her identity during her trip on the cultural phenomenon, Loveboat. It’s a vivid story all set on the backdrop of the rich culture of Taiwan. "Loveboat, Taipei" debuted on the New York Times Best Sellers List, was featured in Entertainment Weekly, recognized by Seventeen Magazine as 1 of 7 Best New YA Books of 2020, and was recently optioned for film by Ace Entertainment. In addition to being an author, Abigail works full time in the corporate world, specializing in Artificial Intelligence Technology and is a mother to 2 boys. A true AsianBossGirl, if you ask us! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: 10% off the first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG10 - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first order with promo code ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze - Issuu: Get a free account of Issuu at Issuu.info/ABG - Ritual Vitamin: 10% off your first three months with promo code ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2VvV7Bz -Skillshare: 2 free months of premium membership at www.skillshare.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support -- Where to buy (please try to support B&N and indie bookstores): - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/loveboat-taipei-abigail-hing-wen/1132291813 - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780062957276 - https://www.amazon.com/Loveboat-Taipei-Abigail-Hing-Wen/dp/0062957279 Attachments area --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The time has come... the moment Mel has been waiting for, for OH SO LONG! We’re finally reviewing the popular K-drama that has taken over the world by storm -- Crash Landing on You!! From the scenes that made our hearts flutter (helloOo Captain Ri) to the parts that made our jaws drop... we’re going to chat through all of that today, while also discussing why this show plays such a huge role in the Hallyu Wave (global rise & popularity of South Korean culture). So if any of you have NOT watched the series yet, we give you permission to pause this podcast to either: 1) listen to an older ABG episode, or 2) watch CLOY immediately & tune into our debrief after ;) yes, THERE WILL BE SPOILERS! Take a listen & leave a 🪂 (parachute!) if you resonated with today's episode! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: 10% off the first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG10 - Function of Beauty: 20% off your first box at www.functionofbeauty.com/ABG -Skillshare: 2 free months of premium membership at www.skillshare.com/ABG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is dedicated to the wonderous, sensual, powerful, confusing, beautiful, sometimes hairy topic of… our Vajayjays! We indirectly touched upon our vaginas on Episode 24: Periods & Poop. And seeing that May was Women’s Health Month, we were reminded that it was about time we dedicate another episode to a very active part of our bodies. Listen in as we discuss everything from anatomy to personal first experiences, to what our vaginas would be if they each had a monologue. Thank you to listeners Sabrina L. and Yoni C., for writing in and sharing helpful women's health information ;) Leave a 🌸 if you enjoyed this episode! This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Dame: 10% off purchase with code: ASIANBOSSGIRL https://bit.ly/2BuEdgs - Skillshare: 2 free months of premium membership with code: ABG www.skillshare.com/ABG - Shipstation: 60-day free trial with code: ABG at shipstation.com - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first order with promo code ABG https://bit.ly/2yeYVze S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Coming out is a journey."- Justin R "Coming out never ends."- Anna Lee Sending you all love for Pride Month! In Episode 66, we were joined by our close friends, Anna and Justin. Anna shared her complex experience of confronting her sexuality and identity as someone who grew up in a deeply religious family, and Justin shared his fears, reservations, and feeling of freedom from finally addressing his sexuality and identity as a public figure for the first time. Today, the conversation continues in part 2. We dive deeper into their journies in owning the identities of queer and gay, navigating family relations, coming out (again) at work, dating, and learning how to become more involved in the queer community. Take a listen & leave a 🌈 if you resonated with today's episode. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - BetterHelp: 10% off the first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG - Issuu: Get started for FREE at Issuu.info/ABG - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first order with promo code ABG https://bit.ly/2yeYVze S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This past week, you may have noticed that we held back our regularly scheduled content to focus on the Black Lives Matter movement. To us, nothing is more important than life itself, and when our black and brown brothers and sisters have lost too many of their lives to the injustices built into America’s systems, we need to pause and reflect on how we, as Asian Americans, can do our part to help. We are outraged at the death of George Floyd, Breona Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and so many more unarmed black people whose names are not currently in the news. We are outraged at the persistence of police brutality, at the treatment of protestors, at white privilege, at systemic racism, and at our president. We are donating, e-mailing representatives, using our voice amongst our spheres of influence, and encouraging the people we know to do the same. So we hope that with this episode, we can continue to discuss, listen and learn from one another. Comment below with stories of the conversations that you're having with your loved ones. What was the most difficult part of the conversation? What would be helpful to hear from another ABG in the community? Share with us also any resources that you've found helpful to you. *We will be donating a portion of the ad revenue generated from this episode to various organizations supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. This episode was edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: 2 free months of premium membership with code: ABG www.skillshare.com/ABG - Function of Beauty: 20% off your first box with code: ABG at www.functionofbeauty.com - Shipstation: 60-day free trial with code: ABG at shipstation.com - BetterHelp: 10% off first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode comes at the cusp of May and June - one month celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage, and the other, LGBTQI with Pride month. Identity plays such a big role in a person’s life, and there are so many facets to it. In this episode, we explore sexual orientation, specifically, homosexuality, and the nuances of what that means when you’re Asian American. Our two guests are very good friends of ours and after having many of these types of conversations offline, we are so happy to offer our platform for them to share their stories. Anna Lee is a very close friend of Mel's who resides in San Francisco where she works at Facebook as a Business Lead for Entertainment. Anna goes by the pronouns of she/her and identifies as queer. Justin Rodjanapanyakul is a close friend of all 3 of ours (you might recognize him in some of our Instagram posts where he has graciously offered his photography skills). Justin is based in the Los Angeles area where he is a musician and YouTuber, known as one half of the duo, JRodTwins. Justin goes by the pronouns he/his and his sexual orientation is gay. If you resonated with today's guests, leave a

This Hero Story is brought to you by McDonald's. With all that is happening with the pandemic, McDonald's is putting forward the effort to showcase the many kinds of heroes in the Asian Pacific American community. McDonald's desire to uplift and highlight community heroes is guided by the belief that we are all in this together, and they are committed to caring for local heroes who are caring for our country. COVID19 has profoundly impacted the world. We’ve all had to adjust to a new normal, and that new normal has looked different for everyone. In recent episodes, we shared how COVID19 has impacted our personal lives, and our experiences have reflected that of many individuals who are adjusting to the stay-at-home order. In this bonus episode, we want to recognize and honor a local community hero who is working directly on the frontlines. Today, we have Michelle Acob, a bedside and charge nurse at the Regional Medical Center of San Jose - a trauma hospital. Michelle works in one of Santa Clara County’s first Covid-19 units starting in March 2020. As a charge and infection prevention nurse, she oversees the entire Covid-19 unit and is in control of bedding patients and guiding 10-12 nurses with their assigned patient loads. We are so honored to have Michelle here to share her story and experiences during this unprecedented period of our lives. This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh. S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In continual celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we spend this episode chatting with Drushti Gandhi, an Indian-American ABG. Drushti was born in India and came to the US when she was 5 years old. She currently works as a management consultant for EY (Helen’s old company!) in their Change Management practice. Drushti is also one of Janet's best and closest friends. We talk about her dating experiences, her journey with her career, and share various aspects of her Asian American, specifically, Indian American, upbringing. This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Function of Beauty: 20% off purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp S T A L K U S ! - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last episode, we kicked off APAHM 2020 with a conversation about our experiences growing up in an Asian household. In this episode, we continue the conversation, reflecting more on our interactions with friends, our communities, and experiences in grade school and throughout college - we chat about many of the nuanced aspects of growing up ethnically Asian in America. Did we ever feel ashamed of our identities? What are we most proud of about our culture? How have these experiences impacted our current identities? Listen to find out! This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: 2 months free at Skillshare.com/ABG - Function of Beauty: 20% off purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first box with code: ABG at bit.ly/2yeYVze S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - youtube: bit.ly/3ep2Dqp S T A L K U S ! - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, APAHM for short! During this month, we celebrate the cultures, traditions, and history of AAPI’s in the United States. This country is very much shaped by the stories of immigrants from Asia and the Pacific and the native people of the Pacific Islands. Today, we will be sharing with you our personal stories as Asian American women -- the traditions and foods we remember from our childhood, where we grew up, what it was like to visit "the motherland", and how these experiences have impacted our journey with shaping our own cultural identity. Happy APAHM everyone! This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh. --- P A R T N E R S mentioned in this episode: - Skillshare: 2 months free at Skillshare.com/ABG - BetterHelp: 10% off first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG - Daily Harvest: $25 off your first box with code: ABG at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze - Ritual Vitamin: 10% off your first 3 months with code: ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2VvV7Bz S U B S C R I B E T O U S ! - podcast: https://spoti.fi/2w8tk1n - youtube: https://bit.ly/3ep2Dqp S T A L K U S ! - instagram: instagram.com/asianbossgirl - website: asianbossgirl.com E – M A I L U S ! - asianbossgirl@gmail.com S U P P O R T U S ! - merch: asianbossgirl.com/shop - donation: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABG is officially in season 6! With the stay-at-home order still in place, we continue to record from each of our own homes. By now, we are a little more settled into this new, temporary normal of social distancing, but it can be challenging to cope with the inevitable loneliness. In collaboration with Bumble, this episode is dedicated to ways we are dealing with loneliness and how we are connecting with others through online apps. We discuss profile creation and evaluation tactics (we talk about wanting a horoscope filter, which you can actually find in the settings on your Bumble app!); how to start a conversation; and for those listeners like Helen who aren't on the search for a Boo anymore, our experiences with Bumble BFF (there's an option to hide date mode for users who are looking to make friends/network). We also appreciate that Bumble's priority is safety, and creating an inclusive/safe environment for it's users to make connections. Listen in as we discuss our personal experiences, and share your own tips and/or experiences in the comments below! This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh Partnerships mentioned in this episode: Bumble: bumble.com @bumble #Bumble #Bumblepartner Skillshare: 2 months free at Skillshare.com/ABG Care/Of: 50% off first order with code: ABG50 at takecareof.com BetterHelp: 10% off first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mental health is a topic that we get many messages about from our listeners. It’s a sensitive and complicated topic, and especially with all the recent world events that have occurred, we thought now is the right time to take a deeper dive into this topic. Back in July 2019, we released Episode 44: Mental Health with Christine Chen wherein our good friend shared her personal experience with clinical depression. Today, we wanted to offer a different perspective on the topic by bringing in Haesue Jo, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in the Bay Area, California. Haesue has 7 years of experience as a mental health professional, including working with Asian-American youth, families, and adults, given her firsthand experience dealing with generational and cultural differences in her own family. Haesue is also the Clinical Support Lead at BetterHelp, the largest online counseling platform worldwide. You can learn more about Haesue at betterhelp.com/haesue-jo. AsianBossGirl is partnering with BetterHelp to offer our listeners a discount on their services - if you are curious, sign up through the link below. This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh Partnerships mentioned in this episode: BetterHelp: 10% off first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG Function of Beauty: 20% off purchase at FunctionofBeauty.com/ABG Purewine: 20% off purchase with code: CORK20 at drinkpurewine.com @drinkpurewine #drinkpurewine, #wandit Resources: opencounseling.com psychologytoday.com Subscribe to AsianBossGirl: podcast: https://spoti.fi/2w8tk1n youtube: https://bit.ly/3ep2Dqp Follow/Connect with AsianBossGirl: instagram: @asianbossgirl website: asianbossgirl.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with season 6! We've kicked off many seasons before, but this is a significant one for us. This is the first time that the 3 of us no longer hold full-time positions at a company other than AsianBossGirl. Yes, we are ALL recently fun-employed, no longer tied to an employer other than ourselves. In this episode, we share how this came to be, including all the nuanced thoughts, feelings, and external events that lead us to this place. Listen to hear a little more about what is next for Mel, Helen, Janet, and ABG as a whole. This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh Partnerships mentioned in this episode: Skillshare: 2 months free at Skillshare.com/ABG BetterHelp: 10% off first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG Daily Harvest: $25 off your first box with code: ABG at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze Ritual Vitamin: 10% off your first 3 months with code: ASIANBOSSGIRL at https://bit.ly/2VvV7Bz --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has been an incredibly dynamic last couple of weeks for us personally at ABG, and for the world at large. So, even though we are off season, we wanted to check in with you all and share a special episode to talk about how we are personally experiencing the world-wide COVID-19 incident, in hopes that it might help some of you out there feel more connected, prompt conversations with your personal circles, or even just offer a brief moment of reprieve from your new daily routine. We hope you are all keeping safe, informed, and taking care of yourselves mentally, physically, and emotionally. Thank you to those who are battling this pandemic on the frontlines and allowing most of us to remain safely at home. This episode was recorded on March 20, 2020 - the state of events may have changed drastically by the time you listen to this episode, so we ask for your understanding toward the opinions of the issues discussed. This episode edited by Michelle Hsieh Partnerships mentioned in this episode: Skillshare: 2 months free at Skillshare.com/ABG BetterHelp: 10% off first month at BetterHelp.com/ABG Daily Harvest: $25 off your first box with code: ABG at https://bit.ly/2yeYVze --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s an age old point of contention, discussion, and often times, frustration - the differences between men and women, and of course nowadays with all the variations of gender identity, the complexity continues to grow - just how different is the opposite sex (or sexes)? Are men (and all those who identify as male) really from Mars, and women (and all those who identify as female) really from Venus? Today we have invited 2 very special ABB guests (Mike Bow & Jason Rodjanapanyakul to explore just how different (or similar) ABGs and ABBs really are. This will be an open forum and a safe space to ask each other ANY and ALL questions we may have about the opposite sex. Take a listen to our season finale & let us know what you think! Partnerships mentioned in the Episode: Audible- 30 day trial with code ABG or text ABG to 500-500 Skillshare- 2 months free with Skillshare.com/ABG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thursday and hope you all enjoyed our first Q&A episode of the season last week! We had so many questions leftover that we decided to run a part II for y'all. This time around, we talk about the pros and cons of making a career switch, discuss finances (Is it worth it to have a car? What are our personal finance goals? Why is commingling such a weird word?), discuss our personal styles, the challenges we've faced in our 20s and 30s, and more. One of the best parts about running a podcast is being able to connect with you all through formats like the Q&A. So keep sending them in if you'd like to hear your Q on our pod one day! asianbossgirl@gmail.com. And if you heard our ad on this episode, go to HoneyBook.com/ABG for 50% off your first year. Thanks! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the season again! That time when we dedicate an episode to answering questions submitted by our lovely listeners. This time around, we talk about ABG rituals, reflect on past guests, think about the best parts of our culture, discuss dating (would we date someone younger?), remember college days (what were each of our study styles?), and more. Listen in and submit your own Qs to asianbossgirl@gmail.com. This episode is brought to you by Skillshare. ABG listeners get a 2-month free trial - sign up at skillshare.com/ABG. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2020 marks the start of something new (High School Musical anyone? Lol). A new year, a new decade. In the previous episode, we reflected back on 2019 and shared our lows & highs. Those experiences lead us to spend some time thinking about what we want to focus on in 2020. What’s next for ABG? What’s in store for Mel’s last year in her 20’s? Do we see a wedding for Helen? Is 2020 the year a man locks down Janet? Listen in as we chat through our goals for the year and what we have in store for ABG! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is dedicated to our collective review of 2019 for ABG (learn how we're growing our business, every step of the way!), followed by our personal reflections of 2019. Last year around this time, we reflected on 2018 and discussed our goals for 2019 (check out Episode 34!). Now that we’ve reached the end of 2019 (and survived it) we go back to the resolutions we set at the beginning of 2019 to see how we’ve tracked against those goals. We discuss our continued focus on mental health and self-awareness, our revelations about what defines success for us, habits we wish to break -- but also, answer questions like, did Mel find love? How did dry Janet do? Did Helen achieve her pull-up?! End of year reflections can be both daunting and energizing -- listen is in as we celebrate the great moments and reluctantly recall the not-so-great. Leave us a comment with your highs and lows of 2019! And if you've listened to the end of our episode, leave us a.. mirror-like emoji ;) whatever that may be.. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, we explore the topic of Chinese medicine, specifically as it relates to women's health. Alternative medicine has become a rather popular topic in recent times, and a large aspect of these alternative approaches like acupuncture, cupping, and herbs, come from the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We sit down with local Santa Monica Oriental Medicine practitioner, Dr. Helena Zhang, to discuss how she got involved with this practice, the differences between Western and Chinese medicine approaches, and how Chinese medicine can be applied for women's health. You can check out Dr. Helena Zhang's new online course "4 Seasons Jade Woman Method" that will launch on March 23, 2020 at her website here: http://www.goldenseedgoldentree.com/. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a in the comments! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may know him as Jung Kim from the Netflix show, Kim’s Convenience or as our next Asian Superhero in Marvel’s Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. But we know him as Simu Liu, our ABB from the North (aka Toronto) and a former Yappie! Yes, Simu was like one of us. Working that 9-5 corporate job at a Big 4 firm as an accountant. We’re so excited to have him on our podcast. Listen in as we chat with Simu about his journey from the office to the big screen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love takes patience, compassion, and courage. Fairytales paint a story of “love at first sight” that leads to a rainbow and butterfly filled path to wedding bells and a white picket fence home. But real, intimate relationships challenge us as individuals and unearth each partner’s deepest personal vulnerabilities, fears, and weaknesses. Marriage - who we choose as our life partner and when we are ready to make that commitment - is an incredibly important, some say the MOST important, decision of our lives. Listen in as Helen and Philip share a very personal recount of their relationship thus far - the challenges they have faced and how they have grown individually and together - on their journey to their engagement. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We touched (pun intended) on sex a bit in Season 1 on Episode 5: 20 Something Girls vs. 30 Something Women (Part II Sex & Dating), but this time we go deep (pun was not intended, but now it is). Sex is a loaded topic, and for many of Asian cultural background, a rather taboo topic that we rarely discuss with parents/family or friends. From school provided sex-ed courses to internet chats to porn, our introductions to and understandings of sex were pretty fragmented and incomplete when we were younger. Listen in as we share our personal experiences with sex - how we were educated, our first times, and all the complicated partner relationships we've experienced along the way (i.e. from boyfriends to friends with benefits, to one night stands). If you enjoyed this episode, leave a in the comments! Or let us know if you’re a Helen, Mel, or Janet in your sex style preference . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright y'all! We know you've been waiting for this one for a while now!! The one where our ABG, Helen, gets engaged!! We bring on a very special guest, her fiancé. You first heard his voice on the podcast when we recorded the Yappie episode (Ep 30). If you’ve been following our social media, you already know who he is -- Mr. Philip Wang!! Tune in, as we recap the months leading up to the event, all the planning that took place to execute the surprise in Helen's hometown, and the juicy details (and hiccups) on the day that it all went down. Next week, we'll be releasing a part 2 of this engagement series!

Insecurities. From the outside, it can seem like the three of us are fairly put together. But I can assure you that we are.. not. Talking about our failures & our insecurities on this podcast is sometimes hard for us, but we know that when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable, we can connect and find comfort in knowing that we’re not alone in our insecurities. Listen in as we share our personal insecurities and how we deal with them. We hope this episode allows you to open up dialogue with yourself and your friends to tackle these moments together. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're BACK with season 5, and literally TO SCHOOL at Helen's alma mater, Boston College, for a speaking event at the moment this episode is being released! Listen in as we re-cap our “summer break” since season 4 - from ballin’ it up for charity, to live event collaborations with other super boss Asian female podcasters, to new merch items, we have been busy busy busy! In the spirit of going BACK (whether it's to school or the podcasting airwaves), we spend this episode reminiscing about and discussing our college experiences. Did we attend our dream schools? What did we major in and why? How were the college parties and extracurricular activities? What was dating like for each of us? And internships/career prep? Press that “play” button to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABGs and ABBs -- we have reached the end of Season 4!! Y'all have stuck with us for FOUR whole seasons now. It’s safe to say that you probably have some assumptions about us! "Does recording ABG only take one take?!?" "Do we ever fight?!" "Is there one person in ABG that is super controlling?" "Do we always wear makeup when we step out the door?" "Do we only hang out with Asians?" ..and many, many more. We want to thank you all SO much for listening in + engaging with us throughout these past 46 episodes. We'll be taking a short break from recording to really focus on growing our lil baby pod and brainstorming ways to bring more kick ass content to YOU! Trust us when we say -- we are just getting started, and we want to take you along for the ride. We're so incredibly thankful for this small but powerful ABG+ABB community, and we hope to continue being a voice for the AA community, one that you can be proud of. Stay connected with us through our social accounts (@asianbossgirl). And keep your eye out for NEW MERCH -- dropping soon ;O!!! Love you all! xx --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s that time of the season when we bring back … Q&A! The three of us feel so fortunate to have you all a part of our journey building this podcast & can’t believe another season is almost coming to an end! With only one episode left in season 4, we wanted to spend some time answering questions from you. From “Can physical attraction grow?” to “Why are you friends with so many Asian YouTubers?”, we answer all of these in today’s episode! Thank you to those of you who sent us questions & to those of you who emailed us throughout the season. We really can’t thank you enough for the support. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mental Health is a topic that we frequently receive requests to talk about on this podcast. As Asian Americans, mental health is, without question, a taboo topic and one that is often dismissed and/or feared. Discussions about health and wellness are on the rise, and as Asian American women, most of us experience a particular shared set of stressors -- dealing with external factors such as our careers and our families, and internalized factors, like telling ourselves that we’re not “good enough”. In this episode, we invite our very good friend and fellow podcaster boss girl, Christine Chen to the table! Christine has been incredibly brave and open in discussing her experience with clinical depression. Recognizing that mental health encompasses a wide spectrum - from managing day-to-day stress to dealing with anxiety and clinical depression - we discuss our varying personal perspectives and experiences. We want to emphasize that we are not healthcare professionals and that this episode is purely representative of our personal experiences and points of view. If you are seeking support and/or advice, we highly encourage you to contact a professional. Below are some resources we reference in the episode, and others that we hope you will find helpful: Self Tests for Depression and Anxiety: https://depression.org.nz/is-it-depression-anxiety/self-test/ Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/depression-symptoms-and-warning-signs.htm Helping Someone With Depression: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/helping-someone-with-depression.htm Find a Therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists Mental Health Care Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD4cyJhQaFwUp6ZMgiyP2zvIGS24WmdMv Jim Carrey - What It All Means: https://youtu.be/wTblbYqQQag --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that summer is upon us, what’s been on the top of our minds other than cold boba drinks, summer travel plans, beach, sun and fun?? Getting that beach body ready for all of the above! Fitness is a journey and one that can begin at any point in our lives. For some of us, the fitness “Day 1’s” seems to restart just about every week. But for the most part, we try and stay fairly consistent. Physical fitness is a state of health and well-being, and more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of daily activities without much fatigue. A lot of our listeners have been writing in to us about our fitness activities and daily workouts, so this one's for you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some call it post grad life, others call it the Grey Zone. Whatever you call it, it’s an unpredictable time in your life that you feel you aren't “prepared” for; the feeling of being in a slump, that your life can (and should) turn at any point. For us, this is the moment when self-doubt is the highest, when we start to question whether or not we are truly happy with what we have. The older that we get, the more we realize that the Grey Zone actually extends far beyond that initial bout of freedom post-grad. These periods of uncertainty that often prompt confusion & self doubt actually occur many times throughout life - whether it’s a decade into your career, entering marriage, building a family, whatever it may be. Listen in as we chat about the different Grey Zone periods we've experienced, and yes - that we're currently still experiencing! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From AIM in the 90s to Xanga and Myspace in the early 2000s to Instagram today, social media has evolved and now-a-days, is ever pervasive in our daily (if not hourly) lives. In this episode, we reminisce about everything from screen names to handles, profiles to blog posts, and chat rooms to feeds, sharing personal stories and observations. We also discuss some of the positive and negative repercussions to living in an "always on" world and talk through personal approaches to managing well-being. Leave a selfie emoji in the comments below if you feel us on this topic, and if you were on AIM in the 90s, share your screen name! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 respectfully 'reject' someone, qualities we gauge in finding a good partner (including wanting to jump them), and Helen talks through how to manage a busy schedule while finding time to spend with her s/o. This is also the first time we're including a "Dear ABG" segment, where we incorporate YOUR voicemails into our podcast and answer your Q's! For your chance to be featured, send us a voicemail at (213) 262 - 8776! Thanks for all the recent submissions! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imposter Syndrome - a state of insecurity & self doubt about one’s ability and/or achievements, believing they are due to luck or having successfully deceived others into thinking they are smarter or more capable than they really are. It’s a prevalent feeling (especially amongst women); this fear of being exposed as a “fraud”. As women, and more specifically, as Asian women, the three of us have had several episodes where we've felt held back by crippling thoughts of not being enough. Whether it's because we said something 'dumb', because we sit in board rooms where no one else looks like us, because we don't feel cultured or worldly enough -- whatever it is, we (sometimes) leave the possibility of success to others. In this episode, we dive into the many moments where we feel imposter syndrome, both in our career and throughout our personal relationships. Article referenced: https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Father’s Day, we are focusing this week’s episode on the father figures in our lives. We share our relationships with each of our fathers and father figures, discussing everything from who they are as people to what we have inherited from them and how our cultural backgrounds have shaped those relationships. We even get into ideal dad traits that we look for in a partner. We hope this episode inspires you to think about your own relationship with your father or father figures in your life. Don’t forget to call your dad to wish him a Happy Father’s Day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you enjoy our very first episode of Season 4, 36 Questions to Fall in Love (Part I)?? If you did, trust us -- you'll enjoy this Part II continuation, maybe even more. As with any progression of lists that build up to a climax, these topic get deeper and deeper. From our greatest accomplishments in life, to the most terrible memory we've ever had, this may be one of the most vulnerable and truly revealing episodes about us yet. Grab a tissue -- and maybe a bottle of wine, and let us know if you can relate to us on a more intimate level. Let us know also if you’ve tried these questions out with a friend or a romantic interest, and if these 36 questions deepened your ties! Presumably, these questions work for all.. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28th is Menstrual Hygiene Day. We celebrated by sitting down for a conversation with Nadya Okamoto, a 21 year old social entrepreneur, activist, Chief Brand Officer, and speaker for The Menstrual Movement, the power of Generation Z, and youth activism. Nadya drops some major knowledge on female hygiene, generation Z media habits and trends, and experiencing both privilege and challenges. She shares what it's like being an ivy league student balancing work and dating, her unique family experience and its effects on her cultural identity, and being a badass boss while still experiencing imposter syndrome. Please join us in this episode as we chat with Nadya! UPDATE: Please refer to Episode 73 in which we address some new events surrounding Nadya. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anddddd....we're back! Season 4, we out here! Returning with an intimate episode where we go through the exercise brought to fame by NY Times Article "The 36 Questions That Lead to Love" by Daniel Jones. The activity is based on psychology studies that explore increasing intimacy between strangers by having them ask each other a specific series of personal questions - three sets of twelve questions, each set more intensely personal than the previous set. The premise is that mutual vulnerability creates connection and closeness. Listen in as we ask each other these personal questions, and share our intimate answers. We're also trying out something new - a segment called "Dear ABG" where we address listener questions. Leave a voicemail with your questions or a shout out to a friend at (213) 262 - 8776. We're excited to be back and can't wait to hear from you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’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 for ABG next season. We’ve already helped Janet w/ one of her focuses of the year – becoming a yogi! [jk, but she CAN do a free standing headstand now - WOW!!] We are taking a short break to get them vital juices flowing again to bring new energy and a season full of fresh, kick-ass content for y’all. We’ll continue to stay connected via the Internets. Keep an eye out for MERCH!! And if you’re in the LA area this weekend, hope to see you at our LIVE meet up this Saturday, 2/2 at 18 Social in DTLA!! Please RSVP in the link in our IG bio if you haven’t already ;) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re still in college and applying for an apartment for the first time, 27 and figuring your shit out after that quarter life crisis, OR in your 30’s and you’re starting a family...we’re constantly trying to master the art of adulting. In this episode, we want to talk about the moments we realize we’re actually becoming an adult-from the times we'd rather play board games than go to the club, to the times we shell out extra money for kitchen gadgets instead of fast food. Whether we like it or not, we’re growing up aka adulting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Babies, babies, babies…in the last episode of Season 1 “Episode 12: Labor of Love” we focused on the topic of babies! We fantasized about what it would be like to have children - from pregnancy, to labor, to the process of raising them. But because none of us are actual mothers, this discussion was all hypothetical. Sharing her pregnancy and birthing story for the first time, our good friend Cathy shines light on the blissful moments to the unexpected hardships of being a new mom. You might know Cathy from her YouTube channel, which boasts over 300,000 subscribers, which she manages in addition to being an x-ray tech, and now, also a new mama! Once you’ve taken a listen, head over to her IG @yeeitscathy for more cute pics of her baby girl, Isla Renee. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s a season without a Q & A episode? With season 3 more than half way through, we’ve continued to receive encouraging messages & engaging questions. Due to the nature of our work schedules, we don’t have the capacity to answer every question (but we do read each one!). These episodes allow us to address some of the messages that come through :) In this episode, we chat about our experiences with our first boyfriends, how we manage our finances, what the podcast has taught us and more! Thank you to those who take time out of YOUR busy schedule to write us- it really makes our day. You keep us going

What 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 Asian American agenda forward through his shorts, his social, his outreach, his mentorship, and many other initiatives that have created a wave for positive community change. Moreover, he has spent many nights single handedly guiding the ABG ladies through the ups and downs of editing and producing a podcast, and he is the crux and biggest supporter of what you are hearing today. We hope you enjoy this episode and this ABB as much as we do. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it’s the color of our skin, the job title on our LinkedIn, or the city we answer when someone asks us where we are from, each of these aspects of identity are an opportunity for someone to assume other traits about us. In this episode, we discuss a handful of stereotypes that apply to us as women of Asian descent: from our driving skills to our math skills, our physical strength to our bedroom preferences, and our spending habits (or lack thereof) to our tolerance for alcohol. We also dig into stereotypes associated with each of our professions: fashion, finance, and technology, as well as the neighborhoods we grew up in: San Jose, Boston, and Orange County. Take a listen and let us know if you can relate. What are some stereotypes applied to you, and are they sometimes true? Please excuse the choppiness in the first half of the episode - we had some technical difficulties! Thank you in advance for your understanding! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friendships. One of the most important elements in our lives. From the people you go out with on Friday nights to the individuals you can always depend on during tough times...some can say our friends are AS important as family. From a young age, we are taught the idea of friendships and it’s basic foundations/needs. But as we grow older and our interests, values, and where we are in life change, our relationships with our friends change as well. Some remain present in our lives and some relationships take other forms. In today’s episode, we want to talk about the different types of friends/friendships we had in our stages of life, what happens when you grow apart, and how we define a good friendship. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 bellies. We hope this is only the beginning of a much larger movement for all of us ABGs + ABBs x — In line w/ today’s celebration of thankfulness, we talk about the little things we’re thankful for (think: lash glue, other families babies, facetime) to the bigger things (think: mommas, friends, bros). Take a second to think about a moment you were thankful for this week - what made you smile? Helped you in a way you didn’t expect it to? Share with us! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dating in in today's world of apps and social media...where do we begin?! In this episode, we talk through the process of meeting someone (hello, dating apps hell), texting etiquette and strategies, catching (and blocking) feels, defining the relationship (DTR), dating friends, introducing a significant other to family, and more. Do you have any tips or personal experiences to share? Send them our way! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before ABG, there was ABM: Asian Boss Moms. In today’s episode, we talk about our mothers’ specific journeys to the west. Their stories help define who we are as individuals/daughters/sons and provide the context of how we were raised, our values/morals, and the lessons we were taught. In this episode, we share OUR mothers’ personal immigration stories, and we know these do not represent every immigrants’ journey. There are so many varied experiences we need to capture and share. We encourage you to learn about your personal history and ask your family about their immigration story --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Periods and poop — natural conditions of every woman's body, yet topics that are not commonly discussed publicly. From tampons to PMS, and cultural remedies to sex on your period, we share our varying experiences and tips. And when it comes to poop, we share each of our different approaches to pooping in public bathrooms. We even threw in a little bonus discussion on farting! Leave us a "poop emoji" in the comments if you listened to the end! *brands and apps mentioned in the episode are not sponsored. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, hello! We are BACK with another fun-filled season PACKed with juicy episodes, a few guest speakers near and dear to our hearts (ABMs!) and other topics that we’ve gathered from YOU (our listeners). The three of us have had quite an eventful summer, from promotions, to travel, to welp -- aging. In this episode, we’ll catch you up on what we have been up to and also focus heavily on the non-social media, non-fabricated side of travel. What is it really like to relocate and live in another city/country? From elation to frustration to a love/hate relationship. “Home” genuinely becomes the most loaded, beautiful, and yet pull-at-the-heartstrings word you could ever imagine. The expat experience sounds like a dream, but there’s so much to it that makes it not so much of a fantasy. Join us as we share our experiences with being away from our definition of “home”, in travel. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a podcast focused on the perspective of modern day Asian American women, we thought it would be fitting to dedicate an episode to highlighting the Asian women who have influenced us. We talk about Asian American women of today and also reminisce about those who shaped us growing up - noting that we were drawn to unconventional sources because of the lack of AA representation (Sailor Moon anyone?). We discuss the importance of relatability versus influence, and how the changing media landscape has affected the amount and types of role models available to Asian American women today. Listen in on this meaningful discussion to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage month! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back with another Q&A episode! We've been getting an overwhelming amount of messages, emails, and DMs from you all, and it's been super encouraging for our team to read every morning (thank you!) As much as all the messages reassures us this podcast was the right thing to do, we’re not always able to respond to every one... but we see and read all of them! That’s why we love incorporating these episodes into the season! It finally allows us to respond back and engage with you all. This time around we answer questions ranging from our love language, our Asian American upbringing, how to build confidence in the work place, and...dare we say it...masturbation. Take a listen and please continue to send us questions. We’ll make sure to add it to our list! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breakups are never easy. They’re confusing, hurtful, lonely, empty, infuriating, and aren’t the same for any two people. No matter how many times you’ve experienced a breakup, it never gets easier. These days, what we see on Instagram and other social media platforms is a euphoric state of life; that everything is perfect. We see couples head over heels for one another, but we know that image is only a glimpse into a moment, candid or not. There will always be some level of tension in a relationship, anything from I’m annoyed that he didn’t text me all day, to something as major as cheating and I have to place my mistrust behind a facade of reassurance. We’ve talked about problem solving in Episode 16. But what happens when you can’t solve those problems any longer? And how do we deal with the [

First dates - whether your last one was years ago, months ago, or just last week, everyone has his or her own rules and ways of handling them. Do you prefer to be asked out or would you rather be the one asking? What do you notice and remember about the first meeting? How do you handle the conversation - what are topics to cover and those to avoid? Do you have any rules on getting physical on the first date...kissing...more? Listen in as we share each of our differing perspectives through personal stories - some we look back on fondly and others we would rather forget. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that the person responsible for the pink hats at The Women's Marches is an Asian American woman in her 30s? Welcome fellow AsianBossGirl - Krista Suh, a feminist, an artist, a Hollywood screenwriter, the creator of The Pussyhat Project and author of "DIY Rules for a WTF World". For those in our audience who were following The Women’s March movement, you may have noticed the bright pink hats that many people were wearing at the 600+ rallies around the world. Well, Krista is the individual responsible for creating and distributing the design, and essentially empowering millions of people around the world to make and wear this symbol of solidarity in support of women’s and human rights. Join us for a personal conversation with Krista, as we cover everything from her Asian American upbringing, to her thoughts on feminism and how she got into politics, to dating ;) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever taken the time to really think about who you are and how you operate? What are your strengths? Your weaknesses? Choosing a career that is not a fit for your personality is likely to leave you feeling unhappy and apathetic. If you don't know yourself as well as you'd like to, there are a variety of personality assessment tests such as "Myers-Briggs" or "What Color Is Your Parachute?" available to help you identify your personality type. Of course, we wouldn't suggest basing your decision solely on the results of an internet career test. But they can offer useful suggestions you may not have thought of, or confirm the suitability of the job you currently have, or anticipate having. Join us, as we evaluate our personalities with the help of Meyers Briggs and the 16 personalities tests and talk through our careers in finance, tech, and fashion. Let us know if you end up taking these tests, and share with us your results! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every relationship, whether we like to admit it or not, has its problems. How can we work through issues with our significant other in a way that helps versus hurts the relationship? Is problem solving language a thing? Is it ok to vent to friends about problems between you and your boo? From the couple that has been together for years, to the relationship that just started, and the partnerships we explore while dating...every stage comes with its own challenges. Listen in as we explore the different facets of problem solving in romantic relationships. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For 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 issues with this episode, so the sound quality is off :'(. We won't make that mistake again! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Lak --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of our most popular topics from Season 1 is back for another round of discussion. In Episode 2: Fuckboi - The Modern Day Player, we offered a female perspective on this topic. This time, we have some special guests to rep the 20s and 30s male perspective. Listen in as we discuss what makes a fuckboi and why they exist; the line between friendship, friends with benefits, and romantic interest; how men and women interpret physical interactions differently; and if our guests consider themselves fuckbois. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a natural progression from our last episode, we think it is fitting to talk about…BABIES! Like weddings, there are a handful of women (&men) who envision what it’s like to have children- from being pregnant, the process of naming them to the hardest job ever - raising them. Listen in as we share our fantasies about having babies and the harsh, painful reality of going into labor! OW! We also share thoughts on our personal baby, this podcast, with you! From our initial hesitations, our goals, and overall how this podcast making journey has been for us. This episode marks the end of our first season, but don't worry. We got a bun in the oven and we're planning to release our next baby in January 2018! Until then, we'll keep in touch via the Internets. Thank you for sticking with us through the end of the first season!! xoxo, ABG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many women grow up fantasizing about the day they will get married - what their dress will look like, what type of ring they want, and where the venue will be. Or maybe you are one of those women who never thought about these aspects of your future and are now confronting the reality as you see your friends get married. And if you are of mixed cultural background, what are your thoughts on incorporating traditional ceremonial aspects into your wedding? Join us as we talk about our varying fantasies (or lack thereof) for our future weddings, and just as importantly, how we will, or do, know when we find "the one". --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve reached double digits!! Here’s to episode 10!! This episode is dedicated to all of our listeners who’ve left comments on our social platforms and asianbossgirl.com website. We know it takes effort to draft something and hit send, so thank you, thank you, thank you. You relating to us, makes us relate to you. We love reading your questions and comments, so keep them coming! In this Q&A episode, we respond to a handful of questions gathered from our listeners. From serious topics like: pushing for a promotion, working with women, dealing with ‘identity crisis’ as Asian-Americans, to light-hearted ones like: are we balding, what type of fruit are we?? This is the first of many episodes like this. Hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A topic that is very relevant for young working professionals, especially those living in major cities (like LA, SF, or NY) where social demands can be very high, is work life balance. How are we expected to not only maintain, but “succeed” in all of these aspects without burning out? From jobs, to relationships, to friends, time with family, side projects, and let's not forget self care! In this episode, we dig into specific struggles and a few tips we picked up along the way to balancing it all. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In past episodes, our youngest ABG, Mel, has griped with us about the struggles of dating when you're looking for something serious, and the patience and restraint it takes to wait for that special someone. Well...it has happened! Mel has met a serious boo! What's it like to meet someone after so many years of singleness? How do you know when it's right? Listen in as we grill her on everything from how they met, how he won her over, and what sexy time is like when you have held off for many, many years ;) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Asian women, we typically feel pressures to conform to society’s westernized beauty standards based on gender and race. From the shade of our skin to the size of our eyes, we are often scrutinized by family and media when we don’t fit into the mold of one’s beauty expectations. In this episode, we talk through our experience in dealing with this notion of “Asian beauty”. What is it, exactly? How has a tiny fold on top of our eyes become part of our privilege? How have Aaliyah, Jessica Biel, and Jolin Tsai shaped us into the women we are today? Grab some SPF (or tanning lotion) and join us, as we share our unique experiences. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the last episode of our three part series: 20 Something Girls vs. 30 Something Women, we discuss some examples of major life commitments that occur during those critical years - from moving in with your S.O., to considering home buying. We kick things off by wrapping up a topic from our previous episode on dating & sex. What are our opinions on dating younger (versus older) men, as we mature from our 20s to our 30s? Listen to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does dating differ when a woman is in her 20s versus her 30s? Are you attracted to different qualities as you get older? Does your type change? How does your approach to interacting with guys of different ages change? How is sex different in your 20s versus your 30s? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For most of us, the 20s are our first decade operating in the adult world without the safety net and structure of parents and school curriculum. By our 30s, we have spent a decade adulting (or trying to) and figuring out our place in the world. Typically, a huge portion of that time is spent on one’s career - either committing to one right away, or exploring options. Are you someone that's struggling to get a solid foothold in your career? If you're in your teens, is this something you anticipate? If you've moved beyond your 30s, how does this apply to you now? Join us, as we share our varied experiences. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As women, we participate in many self care routines. One of the most popular, but also least discussed amongst young Asian American women, is waxing...down there. Do you wax? Are you currently a non-waxer wanting to learn more? Let us guide you through the world of Brazilians and Landing Strips with some stories and tips about getting rid of your hair down there.*Shout out to Sugared + Bronzed! Not sponsored, but open to it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you call him a fuckboi, a player, or a playboy, every girl has encountered at least one, or knows someone close to her who has. In today's app-enabled dating society, the fuckboi seems to be everywhere. What exactly is a fuckboi and how do you know if you are dating one? What causes a fuckboi to behave the way that he does? In this episode, we define and dissect "the Fuckboi", and share some personal experiences. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to ABG, a podcast for the modern day Asian American woman. It's our first episode! Join us for our first time behind the mics as we talk about what this is, who we are, and why we're doing this. Why did we decide to name our podcast ABG? Listen to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices