Color of Success

The Color of Success communicates the stories of Asian/Asian Americans and ethnic minorities as they build brands, businesses, and careers, and mental health strategies to deal with self-doubt, anxiety, and barriers. Dr. Stephanie J. Wong is a licensed clinical psychologist who blends her knowledge of mental health, culture, and business to interview diverse guests.

Color of Success

Recent Episodes

Aug. 11, 2026

Julia Kang-Reeves, CMO of Earth Therapeutics: Carrying on Familial Entrepreneurial Spirit

Julia Kang-Reeves shares her story with Dr. Stephanie J. Wong of immigrating from Seoul to NY. She later spent nearly two decades in London, raising her daughter who attended all-female schools until returning to the US. From learning to navigate various cultures to becoming the CMO of wellness company, Earth Therapeutics to co-lead the family business, Earth Therapeutics, Julia shares the challenges and joys of a multi-dimensional identity. Bio ========================================== Julia c
July 10, 2026

Ran Ran Wang & Annie Huang on Making A Psychological Sports Thriller

Writer & Director Ran Ran Wang and Producer Annie Huang join Dr. Stephanie J. Wong to discuss the importance of highlighting the stress that professional athletes face. In their Psychological Sport Thriller, "I Think About K*lling You" that premiered at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival in NYC, rowing captain, Dani is plagued with invasive fantasies of unaliving her abusive coach. When the coach pushes the team too far, Dani is forced to choose whether or not to act on her fantasies of violence.
July 9, 2026

Carol Chin: Reinvention Through Fast Food

Dr. Stephanie J. Wong shares a conversation with Carol Chin who is featured alongside her son in a new documentary short, Home Plate. The documentary short from Breakwater Studios in association with McDonald’s, spotlights a Chinese American family’s story of immigration, resilience, community impact, and entrepreneurship across generations. The film captures an intimate conversation between Carol and her son Andrew, during which Carol reflects on starting over (twice) - including the risks,
June 15, 2026

The Season | Jesse Mei Li On Playing Cola in Hong Kong High Society

Jesse Mei Li talks about playing Cola in Hulu's The Season which explores motivations for being part of Hong Kong High Society. -How did she channel her personal experiences into Cola? -What emotions did Jesse want to portray to the audience? -How did she bond with her fellow actors? -Jessie shares her favorite spots in Hong Kong! The Season is streaming on June 17, 2026! #hulu #colorofsuccess #pressmeet #asianamerican #actors #aapi #mentalhealth #hongkong #TheSeason #viu
June 15, 2026

The Season | Chris Pang & Justin Chien on Their Starring Roles in Hong Kong High Society

On the Color of Success Podcast, Chris Pang & Justin Chien talk about their starring roles as Andrew Fung and David Ho, respectively, in Hulu's The Season. Don't miss their dynamic friendship on-screen and in real life! -What were their character's internal struggles? -How did they channel personal experiences into the characters? -Chris talks about feelings of belonging, or lack thereof -How did this role differ from Justin's other roles doing a lot of martial arts? -Justin shares his favo
May 7, 2026

Press Interview with Director Eugene Yi of The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas

In this powerful press interview, Dr. Stephanie J. Wong and director Eugene Yi to discuss The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas. This is the next chapter in The List Series created by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders, streaming on HBO Max on May 13. Through deeply personal conversations led by journalist Jada Yuan, the documentary explores what it truly means to be AAPI — centering themes of identity, ethnic pride, belonging, resilience, and community. Interviewees such as Sandra