Best Ping H Podcasts (2025)

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[Africa] Ep107 South African DJ Meets a Taiwanese Tour Guide w/ Egon & Jo (2) 23:41

8M ago23:41

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Diversity in a South African and American sense. What about it? Egon and Jo shared their view on race and culture. Being a foreign spouse, what did Jo go through during the marriage registration? Journey Africa IG @journey_2_sa https://www.instagram.com/journey_2_sa/ www.hopp.bio/journey-africa Don't forget to listen to Ep106 for the first part. If…

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[Africa] Ep106 South African DJ Meets a Taiwanese Tour Guide w/ Egon & Jo (1) 38:00

9M ago38:00

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating story of Ego from South Africa and Jo from Taiwan. They met unexpectedly, sparking chemistry that led to a profound exploration of their diverse cultural backgrounds. We discuss unique cultural concepts, from how natural disasters like earthquakes shaped Jo’s perspective to how Ego sees nature's power in …

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[Chai Time] Ep105 Relationships, Gender, Expectations w/ Ernesto & Ping 45:54

11M ago45:54

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Ernesto and I had a great conversation about our relationships, marriages, and different perspectives on gender expectations. Please let us know what you think about the new format of content. :) The book mentioned "His Needs and Her Needs, ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49245.His_Needs_Her_Needs⁠ If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ …

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[Mental Health] Ep104 Live Joy Your Way w/ Kamini Wood 38:07

1y ago38:07

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Kamini Wood, a certified life coach, helps high-achievers heal their relationships with themselves. She helps people take courageous steps in identifying limiting beliefs and reasons for stagnation and overcoming self-doubt to live a fulfilling professional and personal life. Trained in internal family systems and cognitive behavioral-based coachin…

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[Mental Health] Ep103 Brewing Recovery ft. Tami & Kavita 25:29

1y ago25:29

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Discover how Tami and Kavita's vision for Free Cafe emerged in 2018 and Wagon Coffee Roastery in 2020. Later, they talked about how their dedication to creating a safe space for individuals in recovery has shaped their mission. From navigating the intricacies of starting a business to fostering a culture of inclusivity and support, they offer inval…

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[TCK] Ep102 Adult TCKs Looking Back ft. Tanya Crossman 52:03

1y ago52:03

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How do adult third-culture kids develop in their lives? How did their childhood experiences shape their emotions and personalities? Tanya shared in-depth theories and practical tips with us. Contact Tanya ⁠https://linktr.ee/TanyaCrossman⁠; IG @misunderstoodtck https://www.instagram.com/misunderstoodtck Tanya's previous episode: Ep48 Supporting Thir…

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[Health] Ep101 Healing from Within: Yoga ft. Sneha 31:49

1y ago31:49

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We kick off the episode by introducing Sneha and her background. Like many others, Sneha faced the challenges and stresses of modern life. Struggling with physical and emotional issues, she embarked on a quest for a holistic approach to healing. Enter yoga – an age-old practice known for uniting mind, body, and spirit. Connect with Sneha on IG @ace…

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[Chai Time] Ep100 Writing A Dissertation & Push Process ft. Ping 43:50

1+ y ago43:50

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As a celebration, I decided to share my dissertation briefly with you. I also talked about my writing strategies with Sneha! My dissertation is about supporting international students in the Educational Administration programs in the U.S. Pomodoro Technique with Music https://youtu.be/ul8NcakAj6Y?si=7ppyYT6zKCEy8WTz Pomodoro Timer https://pomofocus…

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[International Student] Ep99 After Graduation, Now What? ft. Celine 45:57

1+ y ago45:57

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Celine shared her journey of being a Jamaican international student in the U.S. How did she process her steps after graduating with her master's? How did she land an internship after six months? Happy New Year! Listen to Ep 87 and 88 for Celine's previous stories. Follow Celine @extracelistial https://www.instagram.com/extracelistial/ 📝Episode Outl…

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[Careers] Ep98 Recap as Medical Interpreters ft. Agi & Ping (2) 27:26

1+ y ago27:26

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What are some boundaries interpreters have? I also provided some insights and tips for fellow interpreters after working many years. Don't forget to listen to Ep97 for part 1 if you haven't. 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Challenges (05:30) Advise/Tips for interpreters/Willingness (09:00) Fun/secrets/superpowers/ If you enjoy this episode, I recommend...…

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[Careers] Ep97 Recap as Medical Interpreters ft. Agi & Ping (1) 31:23

1+ y ago31:23

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Sorry for the buzz in the background. Agi interviewed me for my medical interpreter experiences and recapped some examples of our work and reflection. Stay tuned for part 2! 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Background (08:00) The Beginning/Reflection (13:23) Memorable Moments/Wedding vs. Cancer Appt (25:56) Preparations & Day-to-day learning If you enjoy t…

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[International Student] Ep96 Doc Student from Chennai to Colorado w/ Sneha 35:14

1+ y ago35:14

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Sneha was on the show in 2020, and let's hear her stories after coming to the U.S. Being a doc student from India in Colorado, what challenges does she face, and what comforts does she find? Find her on IG @acehibiscusinfinity https://www.instagram.com/acehibiscusinfinity or [email protected] Sneha's previous episode: Ep35 Study In Tai…

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[Chai Time] Ep95 I Graduated! ft. Ping 13:11

1+ y ago13:11

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Praise the Lord, I graduated after six years! It's a short episode with some appreciation, acknowledgement and updates. I'm still here! Thanks for listening and being patient with me. 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Thanks to my people! (05:28) What God did for me If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep60 Five Tips on Saving Money w/ Ping ➡️ Ep80 …

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[Religions] Ep94 Second-Gen Indian American Muslim (2) w/ Jamil 22:50

1+ y ago22:50

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We continue talking about Jamil's experience growing up in a Muslim family and how he made sense of the world. If you haven't listened to part one, don't forget to scroll down. 👉🏻 Jamil's Financial Blog: ⁠https://jamilbatcha.substack.com/⁠ | Travel Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@wanderinglayover/videos⁠ 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Prayers/Dress co…

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[Religions] Ep93 Second-Gen Indian American Muslim (1) Jamil 27:17

2y ago27:17

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When many think of South India, we might not know the population of Muslims is more significant than in Pakistan. How did Jamil grow up in a Muslim family in the U.S., and how did his identities shift after he became an adult? Check out Jamil's resources. Financial Blog: https://jamilbatcha.substack.com/ | Travel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ch…

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[Europe] Ep92 From Taiwan to Finland (Part 2) w/ Ralph 27:14

2y ago27:14

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After the fun facts about Taiwan and the hiring process to be a tour guide in Finland, Ralph shared some of his reflections afterward.Instagram: @ralphhong5465 https://www.instagram.com/ralphhong5465/Medium: https://ralphhong5465.medium.com/📝Episode Outline(00:00) Aurora(04:29) Cultural Differences/Work Styles/(10:24) Food/Sausages(17:53) Friends/D…

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[Europe] Ep91 From Taiwan to Finland (Part 1) w/ Ralph 30:42

2y ago30:42

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Ralph is our first guest talking about Finland. He worked as a tour guide there for a few months, and what happened? Instagram: @ralphhong5465 https://www.instagram.com/ralphhong5465/ Medium: https://ralphhong5465.medium.com/ 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Ralph, who?/Keelung City https://www.facebook.com/keelungwalk/?locale=zh_TW (07:28) Tour Guide in T…

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[International Student] Ep90 I'm From Georgia, the Country w/ Elene 49:03

2y ago49:03

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Elene comes from Georgia, East Europe. Georgia is called the bridge between Asia and Europe. What are some fun facts about Georgia? How did she come to the U.S. to study? How does she navigate life abroad when she's usually the only Georgian in the crowd? Elene's email: [email protected] 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Economics Research/Georgia Where? (0…

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[Asia] Ep89 First Indian Female Entrepreneur in Taiwan w/ Dr. Priya Lalwani Purswaney 48:25

2y ago48:25

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Dr. Priya is one of the early immigrants in Taiwan and she's been living in Taiwan since college life. Why did she choose to live in Taiwan and have her family there? What interesting stories does she have as a professional interpreter? On a side note, Oct 15 is Indian Independence Day and it was the 75th year in 2022. Search #75years75stories on F…

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[Caribbeans] Ep88 Doing Grad School in Denver w/ Celine 36:58

2y ago36:58

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Celine from Jamaica did her undergraduate studies in Florida. Now she's doing International Development in Denver, Colorado. What did she encounter? How was her experience at school?If you haven't, do listen to Celine's part one: Ep87 Jamaican Schools & Undergrad in Florida. Chai with Ping | Ep88 Doing Grad School in Denver w/ Celine 🎧 Spotify: spo…

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[Caribbeans] Ep87 Jamaican Schools & Undergrad in Florida w/ Celine 49:01

2y ago49:01

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Celine grew up in Jamaica and we talked a lot about her education back home, languages,and some transitions to the U.S. I love her voice!!!! Stay tuned for her graduate school stories. Chai with Ping | Ep87 Jamaican Schools & Undergrad in Florida w/ Celine 🎧 Spotify: t.ly/3OLP 🎧 Apple Podcasts: t.ly/_f9v 👀 Fan Link: t.ly/hxaL8 🎧 Youtube Trailer: ht…

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[TCK] Ep86 Childhood Experiences & Third-Culture Kids? w/ Tanya Crossman 54:23

2+ y ago54:23

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How do childhood experiences shape the future of TCKs?Tanya joined TCK Training (www.tcktraining.com/socials) which is a global consulting agency. She put a lot of effort to explore deeper in TCKs and specifically high-risk Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) (https://www.tcktraining.com/research/caution-and-hope-white-paper). Check out Tanya's fir…

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[Chai Time] Ep85 Going Home as A New Comer/Reverse Culture Shock w/ Ping & Suman 31:59

2+ y ago31:59

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I've been super busy these days so I released this episode late when I'm traveling. Hope this is fun to listen to.📝Episode Outline • Weather and humidity • Driving/scooter • More distance between people, not much humor • Masks! • Favorite Moments • FriendsIf you enjoy this episode, I recommend...➡️ Ep60 Five Tips on Saving Money w/ Ping➡️ Ep80 How …

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[Asia] Ep84 South Indian & Private School w/ Daphne 56:39

2+ y ago56:39

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Daphne came from Tamil Nadu, India and she is doing her MBA degree in Denver. We discussed her 1-12 educational experience growing up and how different was it from other kids. Since I'm so distracted so we also talked about some cultural aspects including religions, bindi, and foods. 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Intro & Pursuing MBA (06:14) 1-12 School…

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[Africa] Ep83 A Ghanian and Her Hair w/ Hayil 59:44

2+ y ago59:44

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This is one of the most interesting topics I've done. We rarely talk about hair being an identity however, for Hayil, it's a daily routine to fix her hair. Instead of looking at the afro hair and being amazed by it, I went on to interview her all about it because it's just so different from my hair culture. If you like this kind of topic, please le…

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[TCK] Ep82 When Music Intersects with Multiple Identities w/ MARC AMELLO 47:27

2+ y ago47:27

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Being a Third-Culture Kid isn't always easy. Marc lived in 6 countries but he experienced great fun with a positive attitude. We talked about his journey of making music and how he was inspired in choosing his styles. MARC AMELLO formerly known as M3L, is a Multilingual Afro-Reggaeton and R&B Artist based in Toronto. Born in Cameroon yet raised in …

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[International Students] Ep81 A Home Away From Home w/ Ping 8:58

2+ y ago8:58

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Making friends away from home has always been a topic for me after being in the U.S. It isn't easy however, I'm so glad that I found the Bridges International student club on campus. If you're like me and want to make more friends in the U.S., check out https://linktr.ee/bridgesinternational. They also offer a space for spiritual conversations and …

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[Chai Time] Ep80 How do I Learn English? w/ Ping 40:12

3y ago40:12

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I've been learning English since the age of 12 and it's been a long journey. It's never ended but has been a very fruitful one. Thank you for listening and it's 80 episodes!!! I'll take a summer break for two months and will be back in September. Stay tuned with live streaming or some vlogs on my socials! Share your stories with me! 📝Episode Outlin…

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[Mental Health] Ep79 A Miraculous Healing from Depression w/ Pawku 35:38

3y ago35:38

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Pawku returns to talk about how she went through depression as a refugee from the Karen tribe in Myanmar. She, her parents, and 4 other siblings left Myanmar in 1997 and lived in a refugee camp in Thailand for 10 years before they came to the U.S. How did she encounter depression? How did she get healed? Check out Pawku's part 1: Ep66 A Refugee Fro…

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[TCK] Ep78 African Musician Growing Up in 6 Countries w/ MARC AMELLO 49:25

3y ago49:25

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MARC AMELLO formerly known as M3L, is a Multilingual Afro-Reggaeton and R&B Artist based in Toronto. Born in Cameroon yet raised in six countries (Cameroon, Senegal, Kenya, Canada, USA & Spain), his music embodies the lived experiences of a “Third Culture” kid, with roots in Anglophone Afrobeats and Hiphop/R&B, Reggaeton, and Francophone Zouk/Coupé…

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[Careers] Ep77 From International Student to Podcast Producer ft. Ghost Island Media Emily Y Wu 1:02:47

3y ago1:02:47

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Emily grew up in Taipei and became an international student in the US starting at the age of 12, practicing her English, and learning some very-American sports and activities. During her time in the US, she lived in Michigan, Hawaii, Massachusetts, and New York City. She moved back to Asia in 2007 to work in television and journalism. Co-founder of…

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[Asia] Ep76 Learning Hindi in India w/ Sarah 59:14

3y ago59:14

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Sarah is from the USA and has lived in north India since 2010. She owns a language education business that runs courses for people seeking to learn English or Hindi. Sarah loves seeing people connect to each other through language learning. She also loves fantasy novels and rainy afternoons. We talked about her Hindi learning process, her reasons f…

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[Chai Time] Ep75 Medical Interpreter in the U.S. w/ Ping 48:21

3y ago48:21

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It's me talking a lot again! In this episode, I talked about my experiences being a freelancing medical interpreter in Colorado. It's been a meaningful and rewarding process even though it's hard. Feel free to share your job experience with me! Colorado Language Connection Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Training 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Intro…

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[Careers] Ep74 Turkish Au Pair in the U.S. w/ DD 40:35

3y ago40:35

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DD is from Istanbul, Turkey and she's a bakery chef in hotels back home. In 2020, she came to the U.S. as an Au-Pair babysitter right before the pandemic started. She worked for three families in three states within the span of two years on a J-1 visa. She talks about her working experiences and some tips and perks as an international au-pair emplo…

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[International Student] Ep73 A Story & Tips from a DSO w/ Lindsey Hobson 51:31

3y ago51:31

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Lindsey spent 2015-2016 as a Fulbright scholar and we focus on the returning experience from China to Illinois. She later became a Designated School Official (DSO) for international students on a college campus. What changed in her? How did she feel differently after coming home? She later offered some tips for international students in the U.S. an…

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[Asia] Ep72 Fulbright Scholar in China w/ Lindsey Hobson 53:14

3y ago53:14

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"Going to China made me love China even more." Lindsey said. She spent a year as a Fulbright Scholar in China learning Mandarin Chinese and doing her research. She learned so much from being an American in a foreign country. There were so many cool stories and Lindsey is such a great storyteller! Stay tuned for her part 2. Contact Lindsey on Linked…

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[Latine] Ep71 Coming from Costa Rica with the Diversity Visa w/ Juan 48:42

3y ago48:42

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Have you thought about migrating to a new country and starting all over? Juan is a civil engineer who got a Diversity Visa and came to the U.S. from Costa Rica in 2017. We talked about his background, shifts in jobs, and life after moving here. DV certainly gave him a new opportunity to be abroad and achieve his dreams. ➡️ Find Juan on FB: Juan MI …

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[Chai Time] Ep70 Cross-Cultural Marriage: OMG So Hard ft. Ping & Louis 53:49

3y ago53:49

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Hello guys, so many of you asked us questions about our marriage and here you go. Ping is from Taiwan and Louis is from north India, we've been married for 6 years and now living in Colorado, the U.S. We talked about our experience from the meeting, dating to getting married, challenges, and fun moments. We also shared our ideas in getting resource…

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[Asian Americans] Ep69 Filipino Angeleno w/ Vera 46:24

3y ago46:24

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Vera is a second-generation Filipino American from L.A, California. We talked about how she grew up in an immigrant single-parented family, getting community support, and the differences she sees when she moves to Colorado. Quite insightful and reflective. Find Vera on IG @vcordoodles | FB: Vera Karlotta Heffner |Email: vera.karlotta.c.heffner@gmai…

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[Asia] Ep68 Teaching ESL in China w/ Kevin Forslund 48:48

3+ y ago48:48

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**Bilingual Alert: This episode was conducted in a mixture of Mandarin and English. However, I think this would be more beneficial for English listeners or for those who're interested in learning Mandarin or going to Asia to teach English as a Second-Language (ESL). Kevin is a cool biracial fellow that I met at work and he shares his work as an ESL…

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[TCK] Ep67 Finding Home and Settling In ft. TCK Mama Ági Rowe 42:40

3+ y ago42:40

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Ági is originally from Budapest, Hungary, and went to the U.K. in 2008. She received her permanent residency in 2021 and it felt different. Oh~ I truly enjoyed this conversation! We talked about the meaning of home, fitting into a new country, and some new home cultures. When being away from my original home, Taiwan, I feel lost and left out when I…

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[Cultures] Ep66 A Refugee From Burma to Thailand and the U.S. w/ Pawku 40:39

3+ y ago40:39

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Pawku was born in Burma and they're from the Karen tribe which was facing genocides from the military during the civil war. They fled to Southwest Thailand when she was four and lived in the refugee camp for 10 years. What did they do in the camps? How did she get to the U.S.? What has she learned? Take a listen! Pawku works at Bridges Internationa…

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[Chai Time] Ep65 Work Remotely: Can I Really Sit in the Meetings with My PJs? w/ Ping 24:40

3+ y ago24:40

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How is it like to work remotely? Can we really relax at home? Can we save more time or spend more time at work? I talked about my personal experience working at my university context and compared some of the perks and considerations for studying and working online/from home/remotely. 📝Some Takeaways (00:00) Intro (04:22) Background of My Remote Wor…

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[Race] Ep64 We Were Called Chocolate Chips in A Giant Cookie w/ Sandra Addo 46:06

3+ y ago46:06

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Sandra Addo is a Diversity Advocate in Higher Education and she strives to promote equity in education. She's the first-gen Ghanian after her parents moved to Dallas, Texas. We had a great discussion about race and mental health relations. | Contact Sandra: @sandraaddo (Facebook/Instagram) @sandraoaddo (Twitter) | ➡️ After the episode, I just want …

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[TCK] Ep63 Parenting TCKs w/ Agi Rowe 32:16

3+ y ago32:16

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Agi grew up in Budapest, Hungry, and went to the U.K. to volunteer. She ended up staying for a year then she met her now-husband, Jesse! How does she navigate her life with a cross-cultural marriage and parenting three Third Culture Kids (TCKs) at home? How did Brexit shape her experience being a bilingual and bicultural person? She talks about som…

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[US] Ep62 Growing Up as A Farm Kid w/ Kat McCauley 35:40

3+ y ago35:40

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Kat is a recent graduate with a master’s in international & intercultural communication and a self-proclaimed ag nerd. She shares her life and stories while growing up handling animals to stock shows and on a school farm. Now Kat is an ESL teacher in Seoul, Korea! Contact Kat: [email protected] Listen to Kat's previous episode: [Intern…

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[Asian Americans] Ep61 Growing Up in Intersections ft. Dare to Travel (浪遊天涯) Duncan 59:30

3+ y ago59:30

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It's been a long time since I collaborated with another podcaster in English and here it is! The host of Dare to Travel, Duncan who was born in Hong Kong and grew up in Macau as a Cantonese and English speaker who moved to California, lived in New York and now in Taipei, Taiwan. He talks about his journey of growing up and the transitions from the …

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[Chai Time] Ep60 Five Tips on Saving Money w/ Ping 29:10

3+ y ago29:10

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Thanks for voting on this topic on Instagram. If you haven't followed me on Facebook or IG, please check out @chaiwithping. If you're a Mandarin listener or Chinese reader, please do follow my new account @chaiwithpingcn and there will be more fun content coming out. I'm not a saving expert and have never gone too extreme but here are five tips tha…

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[Adoptees] Ep59 I Am Proud to Be a Chinese Adoptee w/ Alexis Hall 32:31

3+ y ago32:31

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Alexi was adopted from China when she was nine months old. She's a special education teacher in an elementary. She also encourages her students with her dyslexia (in reading) and dyscalculia (in math). Her family and four other families went on vacations together throughout the years as a community. | Alexis' IG: @alexis_hallll | If you like simila…

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[Adoptees] Ep58 Challenging My Identities Constantly as A Korean Adoptee w/ Mitchell Stone 34:44

3+ y ago34:44

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Mitchell was adopted from South Korea to Colorado, U.S. He and his four siblings were all adopted. He constantly battles with questions about his own history and identities. However, he also comes to a recognition to accept his circumstances. | Contact Mitchell IG @mitchellyongsoo or on FB by Mitchell Stone | Adoption Agency: Eastern Society Welfar…

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