The Patty Show

What happens when a simple hobby turns into a lifeline for healing and joy? 🎨✨

In this heartfelt and fun episode of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with Juliette Lin—a writer, actor, stand-up comedian, and proud queer Asian creative—whose story is as inspiring as it is powerful. From landing commercials with brands like Canva, to performing stand-up, to surviving cancer with resilience and laughter, Juliette proves that passion can transform lives.

Patty and Juliette first met in a virtual comedy class (UCB) with the amazing Milly Tamarez, and the connection was instant. Now, Juliette brings her journey of creativity, identity, and courage to the Patty Party—sharing how her passions not only fueled her career, but also helped her heal, find joy, and spread positivity.

👉 Expect laughs, raw honesty, and a reminder that the things we love—whether art, comedy, or community—can be the very things that carry us through life’s toughest challenges.

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For 50 episodes, The Patty Show has spotlighted the passions, pleasures, and positivity of others. But this time, the script flips—host Patty Setiadi takes the hot seat as his brother Arnold steps in as interviewer.

Patty reflects on his journey as the “nomadic outsider” who somehow always found ways to bring people together—whether in Norwalk, CT, Tangerang, Indonesia, Bridgeport, Los Angeles, Malmö, San Juan, or beyond. His story is one of constant movement, connection, and creativity.

👟 From being the oldest of six (and growing up quick) while watching his parents hustle…

In this milestone conversation, Patty opens up about:

Episode 50 isn’t just about looking back—it’s about celebrating the Patty Party community that’s grown with every conversation and carrying these lessons forward into the next 50 episodes.

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✨ From MIT to LA, from science to screen—Karen Chen is choosing joy every step of the way. 🎬💫

In this radiant episode, I’m joined by Karen Chen—a proud Chinese-American creative force whose story is just getting started. She’s an MIT grad turned LA-based actress and screenwriter, chasing dreams with grit, gratitude, and that signature joy we all need more of.

🎥 Her latest win? Co-writing a powerful short film about a friendship breakup with our good friend Leo, who joined us back in Episode 31! The film just wrapped production and is headed into post—big things are brewing 👀

Fun fact: Karen didn’t always see herself in front of the camera. It wasn’t until Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was filming on the MIT campus that a friend nudged her to try acting. That seed planted during college has now blossomed into a full-on creative life in LA—auditions, side hustles, and stories that matter.

In this episode, we dive into:

🌞 The power of real positivity and how to choose joy in your everyday

Karen’s journey is a reminder that you don’t have to force joy—you can choose it, grow it, and live it out loud.

👇 Tell us a moment this week when YOU chose joy in the comments & tag us with #ChoosingJoyEveryDay

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This week on The Patty Show, we're slowing down and celebrating the little things that bring big joy—and who better to join us than Andrew Murphy, someone I consider family.

Born and raised in Boston, Andrew carries that East Coast energy with pride while thriving in the city he now calls home. He’s a proud Mexican-American, and in this episode, we talk about how his roots and community shape his passion for service, mentorship, and meaningful living.

From volunteering at food pantries and mentoring with Big Brother, to repping Paisani Food Truck and working as a school counselor, Andrew lives with intention. We even walk through his finance bro era, his growing love for bachata and Latin dance, and his steady evolution—including leveling up his Spanish game.

We dive into:

🎧 Tune in and be reminded that pleasure doesn’t need to be flashy—it’s in the rhythm of daily life.

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What does it really mean to discover your life’s calling? In this episode, I’m joined by one of my Day 1s from Fairfield University, my Ghanaian brother and Boston-based baller — Sidney Sarfo! 🏀🇬🇭

From coaching lacrosse and dropping dimes on the basketball court (layups still questionable 🤭), to co-hosting the B.A.G. Podcast (Blunt, Authentic, Genuine) with our good friend Shawn Hall — Sid’s journey is full of purpose, personality, and powerful gems.

But this convo isn't just deep — it’s straight-up fun.

We talk about:

Whether you're figuring out your next chapter or just here for the jokes and good vibes, this episode will give you motivation and some laughs.

🔥 Spoiler: When you find your calling, the glow hits different.

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This week, we’re joined by my family in spirit and heart — the one and only Nico Falah! A former NFL center, proud Colombian-Filipino, USC alum, and all-around resilient soul, Nico sits down with us to talk about what it really means to stay positive when life is throwing everything at you.

From jumping teams across the NFL to exploring life post-football, Nico opens up about the chaos, the growth, and the joy he's found through community, humor, and faith.

🎙 In this feel-good episode, we cover:

This episode is filled with authenticity, laughter, and the kind of brotherhood energy that reminds you: you’re not alone, and you can always find light in the mess.

🎧 Catch the full episode and share what helps YOU laugh through the chaos using #LaughThroughTheChaos

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Meet Thomas Lampkin — the multi-hyphenated maestro of vibes, event magic, and karaoke greatness. From co-producing Dreamville Festival to helping lead PRocon | Powered by The PR Alliance this August, Thomas is one of the hardest-working young creatives in the game. But beyond the titles, he’s also my Squid Game fam, a brother in life, and someone who knows the power of pleasure—not just in work, but in living.

In this episode, Thomas gets vulnerable about dating as a successful, ambitious man, and we explore how he stays grounded through it all with music, friendships, and Fall Out Boy karaoke sessions (yes, really—banger after banger 🎤).

We talk:

This episode is a reminder that pleasure isn’t selfish—it’s soul fuel. Whether you’re balancing a million projects or figuring out your next step, we all deserve to romanticize our lives and make room for joy.

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In this inspiring episode of The Patty Show, we're diving deep into the heart of passion and its ability to fuel a purposeful life. And who better to explore this with than my Aussie brother-from-another-mother, Hayden Maher — an actor, podcast host, and all-around beam of good energy.

From our days working together at the Squid Game Trials Experience, Hayden has always radiated positivity, passion, and kindness. You’ve seen his star rise in multiple acting projects, including the Hallmark reality hit "Finding Mister Christmas", and heard his voice on the Blondies Out Loud podcast. But off-camera, he's just as inspiring—volunteering his time at local dog shelters and always showing up with heart.

We talk about:

What true passion feels like and how it powers us through life's highs and lows

How to identify what truly lights your fire

What to do when your passion feels distant or tested

Whether you're chasing a dream or trying to reignite a spark, this episode is a reminder that passion is energy, and purpose is where it leads us.

🎧 Tune in now and find your fire.

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EP. 43 – Fueling the Light Within w/ Chris Tjajadi | The Patty Show

This week on The Patty Show, we bring the good vibes and real talk with the inspiring, brilliant, and hilarious Chris Tjajadi — a proud Indonesian storyteller, Netflix tech guy, and all-around light-bringer who's been rolling through life (literally!) with purpose and positivity.

From navigating life in a wheelchair to dropping tech wisdom and powerful life gems, Chris shows us that true strength lies in vulnerability, intention, and connection. We laugh, reflect, and even sprinkle in a bit of Japanese energy (yes, you’ll hear about a certain Tokyo dream 👘✨) as we dive into what it really means to fuel the light within.

🎧 In this episode, we cover:

Get ready for deep reflection and real laughter — this one’s got heart, humor, and a whole lot of healing. Whether you're finding your light or just need a reminder that you’ve got one, this episode will leave you feeling seen and lifted.

🌍 And let’s not forget: representation matters. This is about culture, connection, and celebrating stories that deserve the mic.

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Get ready for an episode that’s all about living with intention and finding joy in every moment! I’m joined by my fellow Indonesian brother, talented actor, entertainer, TikTok sensation, and passionate friend who’s truly become family — Steven Ronggur. 🙌 Big shoutout to Steven for showing me the best of San Diego and reminding me what it means to slow down, laugh more, and truly savor life’s simple pleasures!

In this inspiring convo, we break down how pleasure isn’t just an indulgence — it’s a lifestyle. From daily rituals that spark joy, to overcoming the hustle culture and embracing the art of enjoying life, Steven shares how he keeps passion and positivity at the center of everything he does.

💫 If you’re ready to design a life filled with ease, creativity, and authentic joy — this one’s for you!

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