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Most Listened-to Episodes
Lessons on Living Beyond Asian Fetishization with Kaila Yu
In this episode of Big Asian Energy, we sit down with author, musician, and former pin-up model Kaila Yu to uncover the truth about fetishization, representation, and reclaiming identity. Kaila opens up about her journey through rebellion and survival, why she wrote her memoir Fetishized.
Leadership Lessons from Building a $500M Global Skincare Brand with Vicky Tsai
In this episode of Big Asian Energy, Vicky shares how she founded the global skincare brand Tatcha, sold it for $500M, stepped away, and then returned as CEO to lead it on her own terms with purpose and joy at the center.
How to Build Power and Influence on Our Own Terms with Hyphen Capital Founder Dave Lu
In this episode, John sits down with Dave Lu,a serial entrpreneur, Emmy-winning producer, and founder of Hyphen Capital. Dave dives into the "hoop-jumping" mentality that traps many Asian American professionals.
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