Season 1
Episodes
How to Heal from Adultification and Over-Functioning
In this episode, we dive into the "invisible weight" carried by many Asian adults, particularly those from immigrant families who grew up as the "competent ones" everyone turns to. We explore how early role...
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How to Build Power and Influence on Our Own Terms with Hyphen Capital Founder Dave Lu
Guest: Dave Lu (Managing Partner of Hyphen Capital. Founder of Expo and Fanpop. Founder of Stand with Asian Americans. Producer of 38 at the Garden. Board of Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.)
Host: John...
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How to Build a Personal Brand While Being Authentic as F*ck with Sun Yi
In this conversation, Sun Yi and John Wang explore the significance of authenticity in personal branding, particularly within the context of Asian American cultural expectations. They discuss the challenges of...
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What She Learned About Leadership (That Nobody Teaches) with Sheila Lirio Marcelo
In this episode of Big Asian Energy, John Wang sits down with Sheila Lirio Marcelo, co-founder of the Asian American Foundation and CEO of Ohai.ai. Sheila shares her remarkable journey from arriving in the US from the...
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Lessons on Courage from Creating the First Pan-Asian Church in America with Dr. Ken Fong
In this episode of Big Asian Energy, John Wang sits down with Dr. Ken Fong, the godfather of Asian American pastors and host of the top 1% Asian America Ken Fong podcast. Dr. Fong shares his journey from being told he...
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Mastering the Art of Dating And Ensuring Healthy Relationships And Self-Acceptance With Aisen Li
The search for love and friendship appears more challenging than ever in today's digital age when social media and dating apps have revolutionized human connection. The rules of engagement have changed, leaving many...
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Jamie Zhu On How to Thrive as an Asian-Australian Influencer in Today's Social Media Space: Unpacking Fame and Cultural Nuances
Exploring the world of fame and influence as an Asian heritage individual in today's society brings unique challenges and opportunities. It's a journey of resilience, where one navigates cultural nuances and...
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