When we were planning to create Unapologetically Asian a few years ago, we thought to ourselves 'who would be the GOLDEN PERSON to interview?’ Immediately we both said COMMUNITY CHANNEL. Fast forward two years, 1 campaign and 58 episodes later; we’re bloody proud to release this episode with the amazing Natalie Tran.

Natalie started uploading videos to YouTube back when people posted video ‘replies’ rather than comments…what??? Although she’s not as active on the YouTube any more, her videos remain #iconic in the Australian Internet landscape. From addressing everyday first world problems to travelling the globe with The Lonely Planet (pre-covid of course) and other avenues, Natalie has really paved the way for Australian Asians in media and a place in our hearts (lol lame but we luv u Nat).

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Find more about Natalie below:

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Much love, ♥︎ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌︎)

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Joakim Karud •Say Goodnight •Soundcloud •Spotify

Lakey Inspired •Chill Day •YouTube

She's a creative. She's an entrepreneur. She's a creative entrepreneur!

We have had the absolute delight of bring on board Diana Nguyen, winner of the 2020 "40 Under 40: Most Influential Asian-Australians Awards". She's a female comedian who has a wide remit of skills under her belt, with acting, writing and directing to name a few. Catch her on LinkedIn has a video content producer and on stage as she tours Australia with her latest show 'Chasing Keanu Reeves' in 2022. 

Putting aside her bubbly aura, we really deep dive into how Diana's Asian Australian experience has impacted her career and how family has affected her creative pursuits. The second half has us discussing the rollercoaster of a ride it took to get her Theatre and, now webseries, show called Phi and Me running and what it's like to be a LinkedIn famous influencer!

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Find more about Diana below:

Get tickets to her latest National show, "Chasing Keanu Reeves" here!

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Much love, ♥︎ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌︎)

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Joakim Karud •Say Goodnight •Soundcloud •Spotify

Lakey Inspired •Chill Day •YouTube

Everybody give your ears to Australia's youngest majors in history and finest Asian Australian leaders in all the land - Madame Jasmine Nguyen & Your Worship, Anthony Tran!

At 23 and 24 years old, Anthony Tran (Mayor of Maribyrnong) and Jasmine Nguyen (Mayor of Brimbank) are breaking through the bamboo ceiling, paving a new road for young Asian Australians to speak up a little louder and stand a little taller in the political sphere. In a space that is traditionally regarded as "scary" and taboo, Anthony and Jasmine prove that being politically active is really approachable and just all about making tangible differences in our society.  

In this episode, we cover everything from their journey into politics to how they really are just normal 20 something year olds still navigating the realms of dating and clubbing. Get ready for roasts, loads of inspo & help us uncover whether we've elected a fkboi as a mayor or not 👀👀

You're in for a treat!

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Find more about the mayors below:

Jasmine Nguyen

Anthony Tran

Thank you so much to our amazing sponsors!

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If you'd like to continue the conversation, we'd love to hear from you, feel free to slide into our dms on instagram: @unapologeticallyazn or check us out at www.unapologeticallyasian.com.au

Much love, ♥︎ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌︎)

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Joakim Karud •Say Goodnight •Soundcloud •Spotify

Lakey Inspired •Chill Day •YouTube

Today, we're going to put the MEN in mental health 🤝

We're joined by the legends from Bottled Up - a podcast that aims to create conversations around men’s mental health and wellbeing! Tune in as Mayank Sohani & Sunny Bahugana bring the bants, knowledge and incredible insights to the table. We unpack the gendered and cultural nuances that underpin the conversations around mental health and learn about how we all can play a role in distigmitising it.

Buckle up everyone, you're in for a fun ride!

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00:38 Intro to Bottled Up

01:16 Welcome Mayank & Sunny and discussion begins

49:01 Recommendations

✨FOLLOW BOTTLED UP✨

✨MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES✨

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If you'd like to continue the conversation, please message us. We'd love to hear from you, feel free to slide into our dms on instagram: @unapologeticallyazn or check out our website www.unapologeticallyasian.com.au

Much love, ♥︎ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌︎)

✨Music by the talented Joakim Karud✨

•Say Goodnight

•Soundcloud

•Spotify

"Oh no, that's too expensive!!" Fighting over the bill 😩 Study hard, get a good job & get rich 💸 - any of these sound familiar?

Believe it or not, our financial behaviours, ideas and money habits are all intrinsically linked to our cultural upbringing. In today's episode we are joined by the lovely and insightful Paridhi, founder of SkilledSmart - an Australian financial education start-up. She's helped hundreds of students become more financially free and unpack their relationship with money. Tune in as she blesses our ears with interesting insights about growing up Asian Australian and tips on how we can be more confident and control of our finances YASSSS.

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00:22 Intro to Paridhi

35:52 Recommendations

Find more about Paridhi and her journey below:

If you'd like to continue the conversation, we'd love to hear from you, feel free to slide into our dms on instagram: @unapologeticallyazn or check us out at www.unapologeticallyasian.com.au

Thank you so much to our amazing sponsors!

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Much love, ♥︎ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌︎)

✨Music✨

Joakim Karud •Say Goodnight •Soundcloud •Spotify

Lakey Inspired •Chill Day •YouTube

It's time for a bit of a vibe check. We've covered heaps about relationships in this podcast so far, but in this episode, we really put our hearts on the table and chat about what's been going on in our own love lives 😳. 

So, what's the honeymoon phase 🥰? How real is it? How much can self-sabotage affect our relationships 💔? Tune in to hear us discuss the different stages of a relationships, lessons we've learnt and how we'll use to them to approach our relationships moving forward!

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02:06 Discussion begins

If you'd like to continue the conversation, please message us. We'd love to hear from you, feel free to slide into our dms on instagram: @unapologeticallyazn or check us out at www.unapologeticallyasian.com.au Thank you so much to our amazing sponsors!

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Much love, ♥︎ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌︎)  

✨Music✨ 

Joakim Karud •Say Goodnight •Soundcloud •Spotify

Lakey Inspired •Chill Day •YouTube

Started from the bottom and now, they're out here, grinding & creating a $2 million bubble tea revolution!

After Jenny Le & Pamela Yip both lost their jobs during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, they discovered a sweet niche in the market for bubble tea that can be made in the comfort of your own home. Thus, The Bubble Tea Club was born - Australia's first DIY Bubble Tea Kit.

In this episode, we chat to the bubbly duo about the sugary parts - the sweet success, the chewy pearls - the challenges they encountered along the way and spill a bit of boba.. I mean tea along the way ;)

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We thought we’d do something a little different in this quick episode and dive in to some Worldly News! Of course in theme with the podcast, we’ve chosen two articles within the Asian Diaspora landscape; one that’s a bit more hard hitting 😖and another article with some Good News feels to finish it off 🥳. Listen in as we break down the tension between National governments after the arrest of Asian Australian journalist Cheng Lei and how representation in the form of Barbie Dolls will have a lasting impact on the growing mindset of future generations. Disclaimer!!: We are not subject experts in politics or economics and this is just our understanding of the articles covered. We are always open to learning and educating ourselves so please reach out if you’ve got any thoughts or comments on this episode, we’d love to hear your feedback! <3  E P I S O D E O U T L I N E  ------------------------------------------  • The detainment of Journalist Cheng Lei  • Australian-Chinese political tension  • Barbie’s #ThankYouHeroes collection  • Keeping the conversation going! - Taking a stand against Anti-Asian Hate Crimes.  T I M E S T A M P S  --------------------------------  00:24 Intro  01:25 Discussion begins  14:56 Recommendations  Link to Articles referred can be found below:  • ABC News: “Australian journalist Cheng Lei's friends call for release from Chinese detention one year after arrest”  • NextShark: “Barbie designs doll after Asian American healthcare worker Dr. Audrey Sue Cruz for #ThankYouHeroes”  If you'd like to continue the convo, we’d love to hear from you! Slide into our dms on instagram: @unapologeticallyazn or check us out at https://www.unapologeticallyasian.com.au/ 🍨 Thank you so much to Scoopy Milkbar for sponsoring this episode.  You can use our code UA10 during checkout for 10% off their menu! 🍨 Much love, ♥️ Thuy and Tiana (UA ✌)  ✨Music✨ Joakim Karud - Say Goodnight Lakey Inspired - Chill Day