Growing up in Asia, how did I realise I was biracial, what it means to be multicultural, and a handful of takeaways from my experiences, as I reflect on my time abroad, while living in America.

With a little help from a friend, Marlene, I was able to start recording my podcast. This was the first story I recorded with her and I decided to keep it real with you, by including some of her takeaways and questions.

Singapore:
International School United World College of South East Asia
Dutch School Holland International School

Marlene:
Marlene Ditzig Li-Mei
the-ish

Ro:
RO-ism

America:
American immigration lawyer Pollak Immigration

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Chatting more about life after graduation, working on an artist-run group show called AKI goes Amsterdam, at W139.

What life was like attempting to set off my art career, how that didn't happen, and what I did in the meantime.

I speak frankly about the disappointments and how in that moment of despair, you find yourself in the right place at the right time, photographing a culture that you never thought of pursuing - graffiti.

How the culture of graffiti, the writers, and the energy helped me get to a place of acceptance and closure of my long battle of self-doubt. This helped me create Masta Ro. 

Helpful links from the podcast:

W139
W139 article
W139 Photos
W130 Ro's Work

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Condom Shop

MTN-WORLD Rochelle Dy feature

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Masta Ro
Soten
Hoacs
Rask
Harry Bones
Musa
Eskae
Roachi

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I speak vulnerably about what it's like starting this podcasting journey, that it's really hard and what I didn't know I needed to prepare myself for, before starting. 

I had to call in backup - my dear friend Marlene, who lives all the way in Singapore, took 2 hours out of her evening to sit with me, prompt me and provide me with the space to share my story without reluctance and hesitation. 

We go through a short rundown of:

• Moving back to Holland / the Netherlands
• Getting into art school
• Surviving art school
• Connecting with myself, my heritage, and my passion, for photography 

In part 2, I'll discuss my process with analog photography and becoming Masta Ro.

Definition analog photography:
"Analog photography describes a style of photography that utilizes chemical processes to capture an image on film, paper, or even a plate. Most people refer to this style as “film photography,” as film is the most common foundational piece of analog photography."

Click the link to view Ro's photography portfolio.

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In this episode, I am giving you a rundown of my life's timeline. To give you a sense of how I became an expat, third culture kid, living in Asia, and now in New York. 

1. Holland
2. Singapore
3. Philippines
4. back to Holland
5. Art school & Holland Casino
6. New York

For years I've struggled with answering the question - "So where are you from?". 
I feel as if my whole life has led me to this moment, I am a rookie, so please bare with me as I try my best to develop my skills as a storyteller, creator, producer, and podcaster.

A few details from the podcast are linked below:

• The Dutch school, formerly known as Hollandse School Limited
• The International school United World College of South East Asia 
• Fine Art School in the Netherlands AKI ArtEZ
• Art portfolio
• American immigration lawyer Pollak Immigration

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Is it hard for you to find relatable stories about being diverse, multi-racial, or even a foreigner? Join Ro and her friends, to chat more about how their path in life has prepared them for what they do today and who they have become, and get more insights about life, business, art, and being you. 

If you're interested in sharing your experiences or would love to hear more on a topic, leave your thoughts in the comments, and let's connect through stories!

• Get to know Ro better through her coaching practice, or even her art, by visiting her website. 

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Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. We appreciate your curiosity and supporting each and every story.

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Thank you for listening & keep doing YOU.