Actress, Celia Au & Producer, Winnie Cheung discuss the benefits of having a supportive environment when filming Last Call, which premiered at SXSW! #sxsw2025 #podcast #shortfilm #producer #actress
Actress, Celia Au shares that she is proud of Producer, Winnie Cheung bringing her vision to life in the short film, Last Call, which had a premiere at SXSW 2025! Let's celebrate their talents! #podcast #shortfilm #actress #film
Producer, Winnie Cheung and Actress, Celia Au of the film, Last Call discuss the relationship between substance use and mental health. Portraying the intersection on screen was rooted in research. Winnie's friend told her, "You can't write about your wounds, but you can certainly write about your scars that have…
We are fortunate to have Producer, Winnie Cheung and actress, Celia Au on the show to discuss their short film, Last Call which premiered at the 2025 SXSW Midnight Short Program. This short fantasy thriller takes you on the psychological journey of a traumatized motorcyclist who daydreams about a sultry…
Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa tells us about one predictor of longevity--social connectedness! Her memoir, Unlike the Rest (you can buy it wherever books are sold) is all about connection. She encourages, "You belong in whatever space you find yourself in."
Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa tells us about being honored with a @Mattel Barbie and how this helps children feel seen.
In Season 7's premiere, Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa and Dr. Stephanie J. Wong engage in an important conversation addressing: -Dr. Oriuwa's experience being the only Black student in her medical class at University of Toronto -Racial trauma in psychiatry to treat patients -Challenges of connecting with friends and self-care in…
David Lim, star of S.W.A.T on CBS, shared his journey from being a loan officer to a model/actor in Hollywood, highlighting the challenges he faced and how he coped with them. David credited his self-belief and determination as key factors in overcoming rejection and finding success in his career. #podcasts…
My mom AKA Grandma on TikTok, asks her fan question to David Lim who plays Officer Victor Tan on S.W.A.T. #hollywood #swat #cbs #celebrity #fans #grandma
I sat down with fellow Bay Area native, David Lim, one of the stars S.W.A.T. on CBS. He shares his personal experiences, career journey, and challenges he faced in the mortgage industry, acting, and modeling. We discussed the importance of resilience, self-belief, and adaptability in overcoming obstacles and achieving success…
Got Beef? Dr. Samuel Jamier and I talk about the trailblazing series, Beef with Ali Wong and Steve Yeun. Sam: “It was a landmark moment. It’s not just about them being Asian American. It was the best Asian American narrative that I seen.” He sees his friends reflected in the…
Dr. Samuel Jamier, Executive Director of the New York Asian Film Festival/Foundation (NYAFF), tells me about his childhood, growing up as a Korean adoptee in France and how his experiences led him to his current role of promoting stories from around the world. He shares his thoughts about reducing stereotypes…
Actress in Venom: The Last Dance, Peggy Lu has and does face challenges daily. She draws from the strength of her immigrant parents who went from “having everything to having nothing.” Her acting coach also told her to be like water because it is the only element that can change…
In an emotionally raw interview, actress, Peggy Lu opens up about her family's immigration story, her parents' emphasis on earning a doctorate (which she did), and how following her dream of being creative and having fun led her to work with Tom Hardy in the Venom trilogy. Peggy discusses her…
Actress in Venom: The Last Dance, Peggy Lu has and does face rejection daily, but she shares, “Every time I get rejected, I have a good cry and then I sleep it off. Then my brain just clears out.” This has proved to be helpful in her career and has…
Why was it an urgent mandate for director and producer, Sue Kim to make The Last of the Sea Women in collaboration with Malala Yousafzai. It was to preserve and share the story of the haenyeos who are Korean female divers, mostly in their 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. Check out…
Do you feel stuck in a cubicle? Maybe consider becoming a haenyeo! Sue Kim in collaboration with Malala Yousafzai highlight the new age haenyeo who are looking for a life outside of the office. They also have rebranded the way of life through creating content. Check out The Last of…
In collaboration with renowned activist, Malala Yousafzai, Director & Producer, Sue Kim presents “The Last of the Sea Women,” an extraordinary band of feisty grandmother warriors who wage a spirited battle against vast oceanic threats. Often called real-life mermaids, the haenyeo divers of South Korea’s Jeju Island are renowned for…
🎢 Being a CEO isn’t easy! Theodoric Chew shared how the fast-paced startup life can be both exciting and stressful. Balance is key. Setting personal boundaries is important—find time to relax, enjoy hobbies, and be with loved ones. 🏞️ Seeking therapy or coaching can help manage stress too. And don’t…
🏮 On my podcast, Theodoric Chew discussed how families can be like lighthouses for mental health. They don’t need to diagnose, but they can listen and guide loved ones toward help. 🧭 Families are crucial in encouraging those in need to seek help, which is often the hardest part. 🏞️…
🎎 Theodoric Chew, Intellect's CEO, shared Intellect's mission to educate and increase access to mental health care. While they’ve made progress with tech and clinical networks, education remains key. 🌸 Despite media focus on mental health, the real work is just starting. Raising awareness is important, but action is needed…
🌏 We all face different struggles, whether in busy Tokyo or quiet rural villages. Intellect’s mission is to make mental health care available everywhere. 🌱 The CEO, Theodoric Chew, explained on my podcast how healthcare depends on different players: employers, insurers, governments, schools, and even individuals. 🏥 Intellect works to…
🌏 Building something from your roots is powerful! Intellect saw mental health solutions from the West but wanted to create something that fit Asian cultures. 🎎 Headquartered in Singapore, they now offer care in 30+ languages across 60+ countries. 🗺️ My guest, Theodoric Chew, said Intellect ensures everyone, from Korea…
🌏On my podcast Theodoric Chew, the CEO at Intellect, talks about how Intellect journey shows resilience! Starting mental health care in Asia, where the industry is new, wasn’t easy. The team worked hard to follow local rules and set up a strong network across countries like Vietnam and Thailand. 🌐…
