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Mel, a Taiwanese-American, shares her journey of staying connected to her cultural identity through food, music, and literature. She explores the significance of cultural pride and personal stories, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's heritage.

Today’s guest will likely be a familiar face - Steven Lim is known for his work as a co-host of Buzzfeed’s “Worth It” series and for being a co-founder/CEO of Watcher Entertainment. But before that, he was just a kid from Ohio, who went from being a chemical engineer to the creator and AAPI community advocate we know him as today! And with the launch of his new food show Travel Season, there’s sure to be even more exciting things in store. We’re so excited to get a deep dive into Steven’s journey as a creative, Watcher’s exciting future, and how he sees food & travel as a way of creating cultural connections.Become an ABG Bestie to get new audio episodes ad-free, monthly “Dear ABG” AMA videos, discounts on merch, and shout-outs in our episodes. https://abg.supercast.com/ __________________________________________Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet WangGuest: Steven LimContributing Editor: Haemee Kang__________________________________________P A R T N E R S• Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/abg• ZocDoc: Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at ZocDoc.com/ABG• Skims: Find your next go-to t-shirt at Skims.com/abg and let them know ABG sent you!• Pampers: Check out the new Pampers Free and Gentle wipes today!• BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG__________________________________________C O N N E C T W I T H U S• Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook• Join our Discord channel: https://discord.com/invite/4HxZgwFbhg • Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com__________________________________________S U P P O R T U S• Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com• Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support• More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Licensed acupuncturist Michelle Oravitz shares her journey from irregular periods to fertility health expert. She discusses acupuncture's impact on reproductive health, integrative medicine, and practical tips for improving fertility. Topics include acupressure points, ear access points, and the synergy between Eastern and Western medicine.

Two talented musicians and fathers, Sam Tsui and Casey Breves, discuss the joys of fatherhood, parenting through music, celebrating diverse family cultures, and their children's book 'Why Do We Sing?' They share insights on navigating high-stress situations, integrating cultural practices, fostering creativity in their daughters, and the importance of representation and authenticity as public figures.

Janet, a living well advocate, discusses the traits of highly sensitive people, coping strategies, and taking the sensitivity test. She shares her personal experiences, explores the impact of high sensitivity, and encourages embracing sensitivity while setting boundaries.

Dr. Tara, a sex & relationship expert, discusses building sexual esteem, factors influencing libido, sexual meditation, and tantra sex. Topics include navigating personal struggles, enhancing sexual esteem through gratitude, summer self-care, gut health, sexual communication, desire, and empowering sexual education. Dr. Tara shares insights and practical tips on enhancing sexual confidence and communication in intimate relationships.

Mel, who saved $27,000 on college tuition, talks about starting at a community college before transferring to UC San Diego. She shares why she chose community college, the experience, feeling behind peers, and the benefits of saving money and discovering majors. Reflecting on professors, learning styles, and personal growth, Mel considers the value of community college for developing a strong work ethic.

Helen and Philip share their heartbreaking miscarriage story, shedding light on the taboo topic to reduce stigma. They discuss the emotional rollercoaster, societal pressures, and the need for supportive communities during such difficult experiences.

Helen shares her personal journey coping with grief after a miscarriage, discussing the stages of grief, importance of community support, and finding hope in shared connections. The podcast delves into navigating the depths of grief, coping mechanisms post-miscarriage, understanding the stages of grieving, and exploring the bond between grief and love after child loss.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Alyssa 'Lia' Mancao, delves into the differences between adaptive and maladaptive narcissism, manipulative techniques used by narcissists, and tips for handling narcissistic behavior. The podcast also explores mental health stigma in AANHPI communities and strategies for addressing destructive patterns in relationships.