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- 21. So... where the f*ck have we been?
We're back!! In this episode, we chat through updates on the pod, our future plans, and, of course, where the f*ck we've been. So grab a drink, sit back and relax, and enjoy this short and sweet comeback episode.Β
We can't wait to share what's next. π§
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19 min - 20. Skincare, Beauty, and Authentic TikTok Content Creation ft. @Rogerwh0
Roger Ma aka @Rogerwh0 has amassed 450K+ followers and millions of views on TikTok. We're so excited to chat with him on how he's turning TikTok into a career and talk through what he looks for in his fave beauty products.
We touch on the clean beauty movement, get feedback our own skincare routines (yikes!), and hear more about what it means to be an authentic "skinfluencer" and much more.
Find Roger on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rogerwh0?
Find Roger on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rogerwh0/
54 min - 19. untold: Elevating BIPOC Entrepreneurs through Gift Boxes and Managing a 5-9 with a 9-5
In this week's episode, we have special guests Joleen Hsu and Jackie Kao, Co-Founders of untold. Their mission is to create meaningful gift experiences while amplifying the voices of BIPOC entrepreneurs. We loved chatting with them through how this passion project turned side hustle got started, any challenges they faced along the way, and why sustainability is such an important pillar in their business.
Interested in purchasing a gift box? Use code AGU10 for 10% off your next order!
Untold's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/untold_co/
Asian Glow Up's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/asianglowuppod/
32 min - 18. How We Found our First NYC Apartments
So how exactly did Jackie find her first apartment on Reddit?? We dive into this and more as we reflect back to when we all first moved to New York. Tune in for apartment prices, pros and cons, and what we love about the city!
Find us on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/asianglowuppod/
34 min - 17. My Invisible Illness (Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome) ft. Connie Dutton-Moore
In this episode, Jojo Kim opens up about a rare invisible illness that has affected her for over six years, Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome. There is no known cause or cure.
Connie Dutton-Moore joins her as a special guest as they dive into how they've navigated living with the syndrome through college and work, and how they've found hope and community through Reddit.
Follow us on Instagram β https://www.instagram.com/asianglowuppod/Β π§
43 min - 16. To All the Boys We've Ghosted Before
Our Valentine's Day special is a cheeky twist inspired by the latest and last installment of To All the Boys I've Loved Before. We recorded this lighthearted story time last summer and share our dating stories on ghosting (why did we do it??) and being ghosted (eep!).
This episode is also the first installment of our Soju Want To Talk About series! So grab a drink (doesn't need to be soju) and listen to this fun but chaotic dating episode.
Hint: listen to the end π
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46 min - 15. Lunar New Year Traditions Between Generations β Let's Celebrate!
ζ°εΉ΄εΏ«δΉ! Happy Lunar New Year! π We wish everyone a wonderful Year of the Ox and all the hong baos (red envelopes)!! π§§β
This week's episode is all about Lunar New Year and how our different cultures celebrated growing up. From the Chinese zodiac to the right foods to eat and even our family's superstitions surrounding the holiday, this was a super fun episode to record and share.
Let us know if you could relate to our discussion in any way or if you learned something new. We'd love to know!Β
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32 min - 14. How to Get Out of a Rut and Build Good Habits
Welcome to season two of Asian Glow Up! We have a lot in store and couldn't wait to get started. π§
For our first episode, we discuss something that's been on our mind lately β being in a rut and how to get out of it. We've been feeling collectively... off for the last month and wanted to open up about how we've been feeling unmotivated and uninspired.Β
Tune in for:
- how we got into these ruts in the first place
- how to get out of a rut (hint: first step is acknowledging your own thoughts and motivations!)
- how to build systems and routines to reach your goals and build better habits
How have you been feeling? Can you relate to this at all?? Let us know!
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31 min - 13. Our 2020 Themes and Reflections
In this episode, we reflect on the word of focus we chose in the beginning of 2020. April chose Creativity, Jojo chose Gratitude, and Jackie chose Action.
We share how we did, what didn't go according to plan, and our new themes for 2021. This is our last episode of 2020 and we'll be back soon on January 12, 2021. Let's get a bit nostalgic, shall we??
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45 min - 12. What Our Sleep Paralysis Demons Are Telling Us and More
In this week's episode, we discuss all things dreams β recurring dreams, lucid dreaming, sleep paralysis, what it might mean when loved ones who passed visit in a dream, etc. It gets pretty wonky.Β
We dive into the symbolism along with the cultural significance in this lighthearted and dreamy episode. Find us on Instagram and let us know what you think! Β β¨
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About Asian Glow Up
From the publisher's feed
Two 20-something year olds take on culture, career, and community through the Asian American lens. Join Jojo and April as they share the ups and downs of glowing up and exploring all the differentβ¦
versions of themselves.