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Aug. 7, 2024

How Breaking Asian Stereotypes Uncovered Dream Career

In a world driven by societal norms, my guest, Band!t, broke the mold. Born into a family where academic rigor was the norm, music, not conventional careers, was his calling. 🎵 A chance encounter with a friend's gear led him to music production in college. He became a teaching assistant,…

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Aug. 6, 2024

What's it Like to be Trapped in a Dream

Imagine a heart attack's sensation: tight chest, breathlessness. 💔😮‍💨 This is what a panic attack feels like. 😨 My guest, Band!t, describes a recurring dream during these episodes: a blank white space with a red brick wall separating him from loved ones. 🕳️🧱 On a trampoline, he jumps but can't…

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Aug. 5, 2024

BAND!T's Inspiring Journey Fighting Panic Disorder

Imagine waking up at six years old, heart pounding, gripped by fear. 🌙 This was the reality for my podcast guest, music producer Band!t, who unknowingly had panic disorder. In the Asian community, mental health issues are often misunderstood. Without the right words, the psychiatrist couldn't fully grasp the situation.…

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Aug. 4, 2024

How Art Can Mobilize a Community!

Storytelling breaks stereotypes and fosters mental health awareness. 🎤 Charlton Lee is collaborating with poet Jenny Lim on "Songs of the Diaspora", a fusion of music and poetry by three female composers of Chinese descent. 🎶📖🌏 They're creating art and a platform for important voices. Let's mobilize our community and…

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Aug. 3, 2024

What Made Me Start My Podcast

A simple question can spark self-discovery. 🌸 During the pandemic, Dr. Melvin Varghese asked, "What do you have to share with the world?" 🌏 This question led to a reflection on de-stigmatizing mental health. It wasn't just about starting a podcast but finding a voice to share powerful messages. 🎙️…

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Aug. 2, 2024

The Incredible Power of Music in Social Issues

Charlton Lee discussed the power of music in therapy on my podcast. 🎵 Music, a universal language, heals and inspires. In mental health, art brings unspoken issues to light. 🎨 Community activist Andy Wong's exhibit at Angel Island intertwined music and visual art, creating a powerful, immersive experience. 🏞️ It…

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Aug. 1, 2024

The Main Reason I Wrote My Book

My book "Cancel the Filter" 🌸 Inspired by motherhood, aims to show my daughters that women can balance careers and passions. 🎎 How do we enrich our lives with meaningful experiences? No one on their deathbed wishes they had worked more. Priscilla Escueta, despite battling multiple myeloma, lived and loved…

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July 31, 2024

Was There Really AAPI Racism Before COVID?

The Asian experience in America is complex and often misunderstood. 🎎 Growing up here, many Asians face unrecognized discrimination. 🏮 Words casually thrown around and adults laughing it off highlight a lack of awareness. The pandemic exposed deeper issues of discrimination. It's time to address these, understand them, and initiate…

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July 30, 2024

How I Feel Working with Veterans

In my work, I help many people rebuild their lives, including veterans. 🇺🇸 Their journey is about more than finding a job; it's about psychosocial support and transformation. Witnessing someone transition from homelessness to a meaningful life is humbling and inspiring. It's a reminder that people can change and the…

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July 30, 2024

Breaking Barriers in Music: Super Producer Bandit’s Journey from Panic to Grammy Nominations

In this episode of the Color of Success Podcast, Dr. Stephanie J. Wong sits down with the remarkable BAND!T, a Grammy-nominated engineer and two-time Billboard charting producer. BAND!T, born in Queens, New York, and now residing in Los Angeles, shares his journey as a first-generation Korean American making a significant…

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July 29, 2024

Amazing Story Behind the Angel Island Project

On my podcast, Charlton Lee discussed the Angel Island project. 🎤 Inspired by Huang Ruo's opera, a group of artists dreamed of bringing Chinese poetry to life. 🎵🇨🇳 They chose Angel Island, rich with immigration history, as their canvas. 🌉 Discovering Chinese poems on the detention center's walls, they envisioned…

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July 28, 2024

Advocating Human Rights Through Whistleblowing

On my podcast, Libby Liu discussed how Radio Free Asia finds their journalists. 📰 They train dissidents, activists, exiles, and asylum seekers—people who never experienced journalism freedom. 🗣️ In truth-restrictive societies, speaking truth becomes whistleblowing. 🚫 Authoritarian governments and corporations use similar tactics to silence whistleblowers. Their courage shows the…

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July 27, 2024

How Can You Really Support New Parents?

The journey of parenthood is unique and hard to fully grasp until you're in it. 👶 Just as we don't need to experience a specific mental health issue to support those who have, we don't need to be parents to empathize with those who are. 🌸 Support can come in…

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July 26, 2024

How Government Censorship Enslaves You

I discussed with my podcast guest, Libby Liu, how information power shapes reality. 🎨 Authoritarian governments, like North Korea, understand this well, shaping reality to appear as saviors. 🕊️ Radio Free Europe played a crucial role in dismantling the Berlin Wall through information, not force. People noticed the truth through…

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July 25, 2024

Why I Wrote My Book Cancel the Filter

In this episode, I talked about my book, "Cancel the Filter: Realities of a Psychologist, Podcaster, Working Mother of Color." 📚 As a working mother, psychologist, podcaster, and author, I share a raw, honest account of balancing life. 🏥 From household emergencies to studying for licensure exams in the hospital,…

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July 24, 2024

How Radio Free Asia Advocates for Human Dignity

Imagine dedicating your life to human rights. 🌏 This is the story of my podcast guest, Libby Liu, who works at Radio Free Asia, a nonprofit international broadcaster. 📻 Their mission is to provide uncensored news to countries with only state-run media. During Cyclone Nargis, Burma's state media failed to…

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July 23, 2024

Why My Podcast Episode Going Viral Sucked

On my podcast, there were moments when an episode going viral wasn't always good. One such moment was with Sheena Yap Chan, author of "The Tao of Self-Confidence," 📚 who tackled enduring stereotypes Asian women face. 🎙️ Her conversation ignited dialogue and controversy. Despite backlash, we stood firm, addressing comments…

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July 23, 2024

Harmonies of Heritage: The Angel Island Echoes With Charlton Lee

Join Dr. Stephanie J. Wong on the "Color of Success Podcast" as she hosts Charlton Lee, the founding violist of the Del Sol Quartet. With over three decades of reshaping the contemporary string quartet landscape, Charlton has premiered works by notable composers at prestigious venues worldwide. In this episode, he…

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July 22, 2024

Incredible Insights from the Newest Whistleblower Aid CEO

In the bustling world of corporate leadership, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. 🏙️ My podcast guest, Libby Liu, CEO of Whistleblower Aid, shared her journey. 📻 She stepped up when the previous CEO wasn't interested in running the company. The board's advice, "Never believe your own…

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July 21, 2024

Simple Steps to Break Down Barriers

In our busy lives, we build walls that keep us from connecting with others. What if we started dismantling these walls in our routines? For the past eight years, I've used the Passion Planner to map out goals and to-do lists. 📝🗓️🖊️ This includes scheduling time for friends and family.…

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July 20, 2024

Watch This If You're Starting a Career in Entertainment

Breaking into any industry can feel impossible, but it doesn't have to be. 🌏 Be proactive and reach out to people. 📨 Many are willing to share their experiences over coffee or become your mentor. ☕ Use social platforms such as LinkedIn to connect with industry leaders. Start building connections…

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July 19, 2024

Incredible Tip For Connecting Deeper With People

Connection is crucial yet often overlooked. 🌏 It's about small, intentional moments with loved ones. 🏡 It can be simple things like gathering friends for mahjong. 🀄 You can transform your home in a hub of laughter, conversation, and connection. Value relationships, live with intention, and watch your community grow…

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July 18, 2024

The Challenges Minorities Face in Hollywood

My podcast guest Jeremiah Abraham discussed his struggles in Hollywood for minorities. Creating "Yellow Roads" was enlightening. 🎬 Directed by Diane Prages and starring Eva Noblezada and Lea Salonga, this indie film won awards. 🏆 Studios said, "This movie is too small," meaning a Filipino story wouldn't resonate. This sparked…

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July 17, 2024

Is Social Media Destroying Your Relationship?

In social media, we often question the authenticity of relationships. 🎎 It fosters connections that transcend boundaries. 🌏 Yet, there's a barrier that makes in-person interactions awkward. This is like the therapeutic setting, where even a table can be a barrier. Networking platforms aimed to connect us, but created a…

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