Asian Women of Power

Jane Duan, Bao Pham and Brian Lim, the three amazing people behind the non-profit called The Flavor Continues,  join Kimchi Chow in this episode to talk about their stories and what led them on a journey to start a grassroots, community-based non-profit organization that aims to celebrate the street dancing scene and with the very people who are actively creating that culture. Jane is a scientist, dancer, and teacher who is now looking forward to being the Executive Director of TFC. Brian curates one of New England’s most highly anticipated events, “Entering ShaoLynn,” which he cites as the initial inspiration for creating TFC. Meanwhile, Bao is the Creative Director of TFC who has experience in participating in dance battles and sessions, as well as in event organizing in her local scene in Boston. Join in as they discuss the inextricable link between dance and the culture communities where it is created, the challenges of creating their identities as Asian-American dancers, their experiences in dancing and curating dance events, and many more.

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Purchasing a franchise is a good investment for people who dream of building a business empire from small beginnings or even for those who just want to keep their assets rolling. A budding entrepreneur can easily look at the myriad businesses offering franchises and choose one that is right for them based on their interests. Joining Kimchi Chow to spill some franchising secrets in this episode is Nancy Williams, a certified franchise consultant who represents over 500 brands in the US. Nancy’s mission is to help women and minorities set up their own business by purchasing a franchise. She talks about the importance of having a good consultant who can take you through the process and make sure the franchise you get is what is right for you.

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Where do you go after you die? In this episode, Kelvin Chin, meditation teacher and executive director and founder of Overcoming the Fear of Death Foundation, joins Kimchi Chow to talk about death and what happens after we die. Learn about Kelvin’s take on overcoming the fear of death and the four main belief systems he uses to have a way to talk about death and dying. Get to know as well the importance of facilitating the experience of dying and some things you can do for your family and friends during the dying process. Lastly, find out what happens to you after you die as Kelvin shares his own near-death experience and the things he learned and relearned through his meditation.

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People of color often encounter some extra stumbling blocks to achieve career goals. In this episode, take from the successful Asians who’ve made names for themselves in their respective industries that those goals are still in reach. Kimchi Chow is joined by a group of Asians who strove for success and found their own paths to fame and fortune. Film actor Kevin Bach, career coach Pam Yang, and costume designer Katherine Hoang share their experiences of hustling to achieve their goals and get the things they want. This is a lively and inspiring roundtable that you won’t want to miss!

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Balancing work and business is without doubt challenging. Today’s panel with Kimchi Chow are women in business who are rock stars at home and at work. Anita Chan, the owner of Anita B Spa, Mandy Yeung, the owner of Goboba Green, and Joraine Costales, a Bay Area realtor, talk about how their businesses are connecting people together and how they are all aimed for wellness. Tackling the challenges of managing different kinds of people, they elaborate how they each handle their struggles. Learn about their proudest moments and how they hustle in life amidst challenges on today’s show!

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A pastry chef in a family of military men, a weaver of stories, an advocate for women’s equality in the workplace, and a former fashion designer turned holistic life coach. These are only four out of the millions of Asian women who went against the norm and created their own stories. In this episode, we have Phuong Quach, a professional pastry chef whose parents initially wanted her to be a cook for their large family. We have Jumakae June Ka, a storytelling coach who insists on creating stories that our ancestors will be proud of. We also have Kim Tran who traded law school for marketing, branding, and advertising. Last but not the least, Ai Nguyen whose health problems in the fashion industry led her to become a life coach for holistic health. Follow the stories of these women as they journey through disobeying their family’s plan for them to becoming successful in their own rights.

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The experience of Asian-American women is certainly not a monolith. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t shared experiences—both positive and negative—that allow these people to connect with one another on a deep, primal level. The lives of Asian American women are rife with both racism and sexism created from specific imposed cultural and social expectations. Kimchi Chow is joined by Vivian Tran, Jennifer Chow, May Bugenhagen, and Jennifer Tung, all Asian-American women from different walks of life, but all of whom have fought their fights, and continue to succeed in their own personal journeys. Find inspiration in the stories of these amazing and powerful women!

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Full of inspiration and pride, this episode is a special gathering of three Asian hustlers who have been thriving and making a name for themselves here in America. Inspiring how there are no limits to what we can do if we only pursue our passions, Kimchi Chow brings together an Asian country singer in Tennessee, a storytelling marketing and book coach, and a love, mindset, and manifesting coach. They are Andrei Garthoff, Vickie Gould, and Ani Wey. In this very engaging conversation, they take us across their journeys and what made them do what they do. Learn about making a place for oneself in a seemingly different community from Andrei; find out the beauty in sharing stories and inspiring people through them from Vickie; and allow Ani to remind you that finding love always begins with the self. All of these and more great wisdom in this episode.

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All of us strive to make things better, have goals, and have acceptance and appreciation in life. Christina Vo, an event curator, floral designer, and blogger based in San Francisco, California, teaches us how to appreciate being unmarried and childless despite the pressures of societal norms. She narrates her life as Vietnamese immigrant and walks us through those early days of adapting the American way of life. As a single woman turning 40, she shares her desire to reconnect with other people and herself and to reflect on what it means to be another decade older. Know more about Christina’s wonderful insights of seeking new relationships, being unmarried and childless, and being happy with who she is.

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A motivational speaker, “achieve the impossible” business consultant, a Guinness record holder, Jessica Cox is recognized internationally as an inspirational keynote speaker. Born without arms, Jessica lives a normal life using her feet as others use their hands. She flies airplanes, drives cars, and earned a black belt in taekwondo. She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona and has traveled to twenty countries and six continents sharing her inspirational message. In this episode, she shares her message and insight into living and achieving the impossible.

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