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In this episode, we interview the authors of Where I Belong: Healing Trauma and Embracing Asian American Identity - Soo Jin Lee, LMFT, and Linda Yoon, LCSW! We ask about the process for gathering the individual stories and sections of the book they would emphasize considering the fraught times in the United States.
Soo Jin Lee, a licensed therapist and executive director of Yellow Chair Collective, as well as co-founder of Entwine Community, carved a significant path in mental health advocacy, deeply influenced by her experiences as an Asian immigrant. Her approach to mental health care, centered on understanding and addressing the unique challenges of similar communities, has led her to co-author the impactful book, "Where I Belong: Healing Trauma and Embracing Asian American Identity." Soo Jin's work, recognized on platforms such as NPR, PBS, CBS, and CUNY, reflects her commitment to culturally sensitive services and the importance of community support in healing and identity formation.
Linda Yoon is the founder of Yellow Chair Collective and co-founder of Entwine Community, organizations dedicated to addressing mental health education and service gaps in services for BIPOC communities, with a special focus on Asian Americans. She is recognized as a co-author of the book "Where I Belong: Healing Trauma and Embracing Asian American Identity," which delves deeply into themes of Asian American identity and resilience, alongside the racial, cultural, and intergenerational dynamics present within Asian American communities. Linda's work has been recognized and featured in media outlets including NPR, PBS, CBS, LA Times, and Buzzfeed. With a heartfelt commitment to well-being and community empowerment, Linda drives changes through mental health programs and advocacy initiatives.Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this fourth and final episode of book club pick no. 22, we talk about masculinity in Asian men, community building, and celebration.
Soo Jin Lee, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, executive director of Yellow Chair Collective, and founder of Entwine community. Her unique lens on mental healthcare is driven by her personal experience as a formerly undocumented immigrant.Linda Yoon, LCSW, is a therapist and social worker with a deep connection to the color yellow, which symbolizes resilience, joy, and hope. This affinity inspired her to name her founding practice Yellow Chair Collective.You can learn more about their work at YellowChairCollective.com and on Instagram @YellowChairCollective.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Lisa Asano is a creative, an artist, and a ceramicist known for the fun pieces she uses around her home. You can learn more about Lisa Asano on Youtube @Lisa_Asano and on Instagram @Lisa_Asano.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this third episode of book club pick no. 22, we talk about compassion, themes of strength in migration stories, and intersectionality.
Soo Jin Lee, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, executive director of Yellow Chair Collective, and founder of Entwine community. Her unique lens on mental healthcare is driven by her personal experience as a formerly undocumented immigrant.Linda Yoon, LCSW, is a therapist and social worker with a deep connection to the color yellow, which symbolizes resilience, joy, and hope. This affinity inspired her to name her founding practice Yellow Chair Collective.You can learn more about their work at YellowChairCollective.com and on Instagram @YellowChairCollective.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Kyra is a creative who expresses her art through makeup, which can be described as inventive, striking, and emotive. You can learn more about Kyra through her link tree at Linktr.ee/NotKyrasLooks and on Instagram @NotKyrasLooks.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this second episode of book club pick no. 22, we talk about what homeostasis and the window of tolerance look like; discuss intergenerational trauma and the four specific trauma responses; and distinguish among shame, guilt, and grief.
Soo Jin Lee, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, executive director of Yellow Chair Collective, and founder of Entwine community. Her unique lens on mental healthcare is driven by her personal experience as a formerly undocumented immigrant.Linda Yoon, LCSW, is a therapist and social worker with a deep connection to the color yellow, which symbolizes resilience, joy, and hope. This affinity inspired her to name her founding practice Yellow Chair Collective.You can learn more about their work at YellowChairCollective.com and on Instagram @YellowChairCollective.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Mohammad "Mo" Amer is a comedian and actore whose performances can be described as conversational and charismatic. You can learn more about Mo Amer through his website at MoAmer.com and on Instagram @MoAmer.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this first episode of book club pick no. 22, we go through a grounding exercise before talking in depth about invisible trauma, the model minority myth, and the racial position of Asian Americans in the United States.
Soo Jin Lee, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, executive director of Yellow Chair Collective, and founder of Entwine community. Her unique lens on mental healthcare is driven by her personal experience as a formerly undocumented immigrant.Linda Yoon, LCSW, is a therapist and social worker with a deep connection to the color yellow, which symbolizes resilience, joy, and hope. This affinity inspired her to name her founding practice Yellow Chair Collective.You can learn more about their work at YellowChairCollective.com and on Instagram @YellowChairCollective.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Kyle Hanagami is a well-rounded choreographer and creative director based in Los Angeles, California. You can learn more about Kyle Hanagami through their YouTube @KyleHanagami.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this fourth episode of book club pick no. 21, we talk about debt, taxes, and solid gold truths.
Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader-turned-expert, who is now the founder and CEO of the financial equity platform Your Rich BFF. You can learn more about Vivian Tu's work through her website YourRichBFF.com and find her on Instagram @Your.RichBFF.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Yu Ling Wu is an artist and content creator known for their bright personality and colorful, retro-like flair. You can learn more about Yu Ling Wu through their YouTube @YuLingWuhoo and find them on Instagram @YuLingWu.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this third episode of book club pick no. 21, we talk about investments, credit scores, and financial advisors. Oh my! Thanks to Vivian, we're able to share how she breaks it all down into simple terms.
Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader-turned-expert, who is now the founder and CEO of the financial equity platform Your Rich BFF. You can learn more about Vivian Tu's work through her website YourRichBFF.com and find her on Instagram @Your.RichBFF.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: PDX Fresh Start, founded by Connie Mansfield, is a health and beauty brand that aims to make self care accessible and simple for customers to feel good about feeling good. You can learn more about PDX Fresh Start through their website at PDXFreshStart.com and find them on Instagram @PDXFreshStart.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this second episode of book club pick no. 21, we deep dive into budgeting with a side of value-based spending. We also touch on having difficult financial conversations to set boundaries with friends and family.
Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader-turned-expert, who is now the founder and CEO of the financial equity platform Your Rich BFF. You can learn more about Vivian Tu's work through her website YourRichBFF.com and find her on Instagram @Your.RichBFF.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Jax Ko is an illustrator, muralist, and maximalist currently based in Portland, Oregon. The persisting theme of their work focuses on redefining the narrative of AAPI folk by celebrating nuanced presentation often overshadowed by reductive and offensive stereotypes. You can learn more about Jax Ko through their website at JaxKo.com and find them on Instagram @YoJaxKo.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this first episode of book club pick no. 21, we talk about making your money work for you, acknowledging generational disadvantages, and creating a pitch line to self market.
Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader-turned-expert, who is now the founder and CEO of the financial equity platform Your Rich BFF. You can learn more about Vivian Tu's work through her website YourRichBFF.com and find her on Instagram @Your.RichBFF.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: YK Hong does work in liberatory strategy and tech justice, working with individuals, organizations, and companies to cultivate them through their anti-oppression process. You can learn more about YK Hong through their website at YKHong.com and find them on Instagram @YKReborn.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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As the new year (and a new season!) is upon us, Jamae and Steven wrap up 2024 with their favorites and welcome 2025 with their outlooks.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this third episode of book club pick no. 20, Lila and Teddy's relationship grows until they hit a snag with their shared secrets. Do they make up by the end of the book? Read / listen to find out!
Tif Marcelo is a veteran US Army nurse and holds a BS in nursing and master’s in public administration. She writes about families, friendship, and heartfelt romances. You can learn more about Tif Marcelo's work through her website TifMarcelo.com and find her on Instagram @TifMarcelo.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Great gifts you can give to loved ones this holiday season are books! You can purchase physical books and gift certificates through Bookshop.org as well as audiobooks and credits from LIbro.fm.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this second episode of book club pick no. 20, Lila is in charge of training Teddy, who ends up clashing with Lila's type A personality. Now that they know each other's secrets, they begrudgingly work together . . . until sparks start to fly.
Tif Marcelo is a veteran US Army nurse and holds a BS in nursing and master’s in public administration. She writes about families, friendship, and heartfelt romances. You can learn more about Tif Marcelo's work through her website TifMarcelo.com and find her on Instagram @TifMarcelo.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Haley Heynderickx is a singer-songwriter who draws from her religious Filipino-American upbringing, folk music of the 1960s and 70s jazz radio, and the idiosyncratic acoustic guitar stylings of Leo Kottke and John Fahey. You can learn more through her website at Haley-Heynderickx.com and find her on Instagram @HHHendrix.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this first episode of book club pick no. 20, we are introduced to the main character Lila Santos and the rest of the supporting characters in Holly, New York. Things start to unfold when an accidental phone switch happens between her and brooding college student Teddy Rivera.
Tif Marcelo is a veteran US Army nurse and holds a BS in nursing and master’s in public administration. She writes about families, friendship, and heartfelt romances.. You can learn more about Tif Marcelo's work through her website TifMarcelo.com and find her on Instagram @TifMarcelo.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Sunkissed Pinay, founded by Maria, is a Filipino exclusive jewelry line. You can learn more through their website at SunkissedPinay.com and find them on Instagram @Sunkissed_Pinay.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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Did you eat yet? This is how our immigrant families show they care for and love us.
In this segment, we share the foods and specific meal times we'd pair with the past five books we've read - Soyoung Park's Snowglobe, Mariko Tatsumoto's Blossoms on a Poisoned Sea, Youngmi Mayer's I'm Laughing Because I'm Crying, Dr. Elizabeth Nguyen's Aloha Vietnam, and Kyla Zhao's Valley Verified.
This fourth episode in the Did You Eat Yet? series features cold weather foods!
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Let's Get Together by Lunareh
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In this episode, we interview the author of Valley Verified - Kyla Zhao! We ask about tech world experiences, coworker relationships, and neurodivergent characteristics.
Kyla Zhao writes novels starring women of color in the workplace, including Valley Verified (2024) and The Fraud Squad (2023). Her books have been featured by media outlets such as NBC, CBS, Good Morning America, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Buzzfeed, etc. For her contributions to Asian media representation, Kyla was selected by Forbes for its 30 Under 30 list and Tatler as a Leader of Tomorrow. In addition, she was awarded a Certificate of Recognition by the California State Assembly. She now works at a tech company in Silicon Valley after graduating from Stanford University in 2021.
Newsletter: kylazhao.substack.com Instagram: @kylajzhao TikTok: @kylazingaround Twitter: @kylazhao_Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this fourth and final episode of book club pick no. 19, we receive several revelations about Lillian and Zoe. They also team up to bring Bill down - which ultimately worked! Plus, Zoe and Damien make their relationship official.
Kyla Zhao is a native Singaporean who moved to California to study at Stanford University. She previously worked in fashion, writing for Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and now works for a tech company in Silicon Valley. You can learn more about Kyla Zhao's work through her newsletter at KylaZhao.substack.com and find her on Instagram @KylaJZhao.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Essance Skincare, founded by Jasmine Tran, is modern skincare crafted with ancient wisdom, focusing on biodegradable practices and proven results. You can learn more through their website at EssanceSkincare.com and find them on Instagram @EssanceSkincare.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this third episode of book club pick no. 19, Zoe Zeng faces public scrutiny from Valley Verified - the Silicon Valley gossip column - because of FitPick's CEO's decision. On the bright side, her relationship with her coworkers (and Damien!) keeps getting stronger. Plus we're met with a major plot twist at the end of this read!
Kyla Zhao is a native Singaporean who moved to California to study at Stanford University. She previously worked in fashion, writing for Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and now works for a tech company in Silicon Valley. You can learn more about Kyla Zhao's work through her newsletter at KylaZhao.substack.com and find her on Instagram @KylaJZhao.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Cecile of CC's Art Café is a full-time illustrator and artist based in New York City, celebrating the quiet magic of daily life with inspiration from plants, animals, vintage goods, food, and her cultural heritage. You can learn more through her website at CCsArtCafe.com and find her on Instagram @CCsArtCafe.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this second episode of book club pick no. 19, Zoe Zeng's influence starts to show in her work relationships. We also see a possible romantic relationship blossoming with Damien Scott.
Kyla Zhao is a native Singaporean who moved to California to study at Stanford University. She previously worked in fashion, writing for Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and now works for a tech company in Silicon Valley. You can learn more about Kyla Zhao's work through her newsletter at KylaZhao.substack.com and find her on Instagram @KylaJZhao.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Griff is a singer-songwriter whose debut album Vertigo is out now, demonstrating the emotion, dizziness, and upside-down feeling of heartache. You can learn more through her website at OfficialGriff.com and find her on Instagram @WiffyGriffy.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this first episode of book club pick no. 19, Zoe Zeng makes the difficult decision to move away from her New York job at Chic toward a new job as the VP of Marketing in Silicon Valley at FitPick.
Kyla Zhao is a native Singaporean who moved to California to study at Stanford University. She previously worked in fashion, writing for Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and now works for a tech company in Silicon Valley. You can learn more about Kyla Zhao's work through her newsletter at KylaZhao.substack.com and find her on Instagram @KylaJZhao.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Recommendation of the Week: Elisa Wong is a Chinese Mexican designer and visual artists currently based in Los Angeles, California. She's also the co-founder of Little Wins Studio, making brands, stories, objects, and resources that drive societies forward. You can learn more through her website at ElisaWong.com and find her on Instagram @ElisaDoesStuff.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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In this episode, we interview the author of Aloha Vietnam - Dr. Elizabeth Nguyen! We ask about tumultuous mother-daughter relationships, safer spaces, and biggest takeaways.
Elizabeth Nguyen, MD, is a Vietnamese-American writer and psychiatrist. She was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her parents were refugees from Vietnam who arrived in Honolulu in 1975 at the end of the Vietnam War. She received her BA from Stanford University in Human Biology, her MD from Northwestern University, and her Psychiatry Residency and Child Psychiatry Fellowship training at UC Davis. She started her career in community mental health, with specific interests in cross-cultural psychiatry, the intersection of spirituality and mental health, and the healing power of water and the natural world. She is currently in private practice in Davis, CA, and can be found online at MultidimensionalPsychiatry.com and on Instagram @MultidimensionalPsychiatry.
Find us on AsianBookClubPod.com and on Instagram @AsianBookClubPod. You can also support us by buying books through Asian Book Club's Bookshop.
Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park
Edits: Steven Park
Music: Drop It by Lunareh
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