Join Yoshnee in another video episode as she chats with Kathrine Leong, a music teacher thriving in Japan. From her roots in Ipoh to her adventurous move to Tokyo, Kathrine shares her journey of cultural adaptation, language mastery, and building a vibrant community abroad.

Discover how her passion for music opened unexpected doors and learn her tips for embracing life in a new country.

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Connect with Kathrine on:

• Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@katspace___
• Kathrine's Youtube Channel

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In this special first video episode, Yoshnee chats with Ayne Zarof, a pediatrician-in-training based in the UK. After a brief stint in Scotland post-boarding school and a meaningful volunteer experience in Kenya, Ayne pursued her medical degree and eventually settled in the UK, where she's now raising her two children.

Inspired by the desire to preserve cultural identity, Ayne authored Malaysia in You—a beautifully crafted children's book that celebrates Malaysian heritage and helps young readers connect with their roots.

Tune in as Ayne reflects on her path from childhood to authorship, and everything in between.

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Connect with Ayne on:

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@aynezarof

📘 Malaysia in You goes live on July 14th 2025! Pre-order ⁠here⁠ now!

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In this episode, Yoshnee chats with Janice Siew, a friend she’s known for over 15 years. Janice moved to the UK for her undergraduate studies and later relocated to Australia through a work opportunity. While they touch on her journey living abroad, much of the conversation centers on Janice’s growing passion for freediving—what started as a casual ocean activity has evolved into a deep and meaningful part of her life.

Tune in to find out just how long Janice can hold her breath underwater!

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Connect with Janice on:

Instagram: ⁠@janice.freediver

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Yoshnee chats with Dhiren Doshi (uncle), a distant relative of her mum, who moved to the U.S. in 1999 with his young family after transferring offices from Malaysia. He stayed with the same company for an incredible 32 years before recently retiring. Dhiren shares how easy the decision to move was, what he learned about settling into a new culture, and his naturally adventurous spirit—one that’s taken him across thousands of miles in his RV, chasing the quiet beauty of the open road.

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Linkedin: dhiren-doshi

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Yoshnee chats with Aishah A, her first guest from the UAE! Growing up in Shah Alam, Selangor, always just 10 minutes away from her childhood home, Aishah never expected to move away—until a random opportunity led her to Dubai nearly two decades ago.

What started as a temporary move for work turned into a long-term adventure in the world of interior design. Time and again, she planned to return home, but life had other plans. Now married and still in Dubai, Aishah reflects on her journey, the twists of fate that shaped her path, and what keeps her rooted in her second home.

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Connect with Aishah on:

Instagram: @aisha.aarafe

Website: https://www.aaenliven.com/

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In this episode, Yoshnee chats with John Lee, who left Malaysia for the U.S. to study and build his career, living first in New Hampshire then in D.C. and finally in San Francisco.

Despite putting down roots abroad, his heart always longed for home. With the unwavering support of his American wife, John made the bold decision to return to Malaysia and see where life would take them.

Tune in as he shares his journey, the challenges of moving back, and the experience of reconnecting with his community again.

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Check out John's very awesome Newsletter for anyone passionate about all things data!

Connect with John on:

• LinkedIn

• BlueSky

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In this heartfelt episode, Leonard Chen opens up about the struggles of finding passion in a world that prioritizes stability. Raised with the belief that hard work leads to security—not necessarily fulfillment—Leonard shares his journey of self-discovery and the internal tug-of-war between staying in Nebraska or returning to Malaysia to be with his mother.

Tune in for a raw and honest conversation about home, sacrifice, and the courage to embrace uncertainty.

Connect with Leonard on:

• ​Facebook⁠: Leonard.Chen
• Linkedin: Leonard-Chen

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In this episode of Malaysians on the Move, I chat with Aiman Abdul, my first guest from Canada! Aiman moved from Malaysia to the U.S. at just seven years old and quickly embraced sports—from rugby to baseball—but badminton remains his first love. We also talk about his passion for chess, video games, and the unexpected full-circle moment of meeting his Malaysian (now) wife in Canada. Tune in!

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On this episode, I speak to Grace Chan, a global citizen whose journey has taken her from Malaysia to Beijing, Hong Kong, and now the USA. Uprooted at the age of 13, Grace shares her experience of adapting to life in Beijing and how this transition shaped her worldview.

Unexpectedly, life led her to discover her true calling as a mental health therapist, a role that allows her to help others navigate their own challenges. Beyond her work in therapy, Grace is deeply passionate about wellness, channeling her love for movement as a certified Pilates instructor.

Tune in to learn about Grace's journey!

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In this episode, Yoshnee chats with Sanjna Selva, an award-winning documentary filmmaker at the start of her exciting career. Growing up in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Sanjna commuted daily across the border to Singapore, where she attended secondary school.

While she had always been drawn to the arts, her schooling gave her the opportunity to fully explore her love for acting and the performing arts. However, as she grew older, Sanjna realized her passion lay behind the camera.

She shares her experiences producing documentaries and films as a Malaysian filmmaker, the unique challenges and opportunities she faces, and her vision for the future. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about creativity, resilience, and pursuing one’s passion.

Check out Sanjna's Award-Winning Short Film: Call Me Anytime, I’m Not Leaving the House:

• ​Link for U.S. viewers (PBS)
• ​Link for non-U.S. viewers

For independent, social justice-oriented film events and festival in Malaysia: ⁠https://freedomfilm.my/⁠⁠⁠ 

Connect with Sanjna on:

• ​Instagram: ⁠@sanjnaselva⁠
• ​X: ⁠@sanjnaselva⁠
• ​Website: ⁠https://www.sanjnaselva.com/⁠

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If you are a Malaysian interested in sharing your story on the podcast, reach out on yoshnee-raveendran.com