Level: Asian
A weekly podcast focused on showcasing and sharing Asian Australian success, and the stories, experiences and strategies that helped them get there. Bamboo ceiling? Let's build our own house. Enjoy the podcast? Leave us a 5-star rating!
Episodes
84 episodes
A Special Announcement & Reflecting on the Last 2 Years | Ep. 82
Come sit and reflect with us on the amazing accomplishments and MASSIVE milestones we’ve shared as Level: Asian turns TWO!THANK YOU to everyone for your incredible support over the last TWO years! We’ve grown so much together, shared ma...
•
Episode 82
•
19:40
Explaining Asian Sibling Relationships, Roles, Rivalries & Dynamics | Ep. 81
In this episode of the Level: Asian Podcast, we break down the roles and responsibilities we carry amongst our siblings, how we live into our stereotypical traits, and unlearning our roles within the family to allow our siblings to grow. <...
•
Episode 81
•
1:00:02
Equity vs. Equality in the Workplace, Grappling with a Sibling’s Health Crisis at a Young Age & The Consequences on Mental Health ft. Michelle Lim | Ep. 80
In this episode, we're joined by Michelle Lim, an organisational culture and change lead, and an advocate for intersectional diversity, ethics, and equity and inclusi...
•
Episode 80
•
1:12:38
Dealing with the Death of a Parent During Childhood, Working for Joel Robuchon & Launching a Pastry Business in Australia ft. Eigen Ting of Sucre du Jour | Ep. 79
Join us as we dive into the journey of Eigen Ting, co-founder of a Sucre du Jour, a French fine patisserie, as he navig...
•
Episode 79
•
1:15:05
Survivor Guilt as Second Gen Asians, Sending Money Back Home & Reconnecting With The Motherland & Your Heritage | Ep. 78
Join us as we share our SURVIVOR GUILT as second-generation migrants grappling with the messy and complex issues around being the ones who ‘made it out’. In this episode, we explore issues around escaping war, sending money back home, r...
•
Episode 78
•
52:32
Shame & Silence in Mental Health, Why You’re Not Defined By Your Mental Health & Opening Healthy Family Discussions ft. Emily Unity | Ep. 77
In this episode of the Level: Asian podcast, we’re joined by Mental Health Advocate, Emily Unity!Emily shares her powerful story navigating childhood trauma and ...
•
Episode 77
•
1:03:35
Repairing Child-Parent Relationships, Doing Business With Family & Leaving A Legacy ft. Gong Grocer | Ep. 76
In this episode of the Level: Asian podcast, it’s a family affair, as we’re joined by the brains behind ‘Gong Grocer’ - Sydney’s premiere Asian supermarket!Brian and Vivian Nguyen, along with th...
•
Episode 76
•
1:03:19
Our Favourite Parts of ASIAN CULTURE: Filial Piety, EXCESSIVE Hospitality & Davie’s MEDICAL Emergency?! | Ep. 75
In this episode of the Level: Asian podcast, we share our favourite things about Asian culture! Of course there’s food, the arts and travel, but what are the values and day-to-day nua...
•
Episode 75
•
58:23
REDDIT REACTS (Gone Wrong?!): The Love/Hate Relationship With Migrant Parents, Asian Expectations & Emotional Abuse | Ep. 74
In this episode of the Level: Asian podcast, we’re back by popular demand for another Reddit Reacts! But once the mics turned on, things didn’t go quite to pla...
•
Episode 74
•
57:24
Best Food City in China, Winning Chinese Game Shows & Foreigner Privilege ft. Amy Lyons aka BlondieinChina | Ep.73
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we chat with YouTuber and Influencer Amy Lyons, aka Blondie in China (@blondieinchina).&nb...
•
Episode 73
•
1:03:05
The Cost of Living Crisis, Gen Z vs Boomer Wealth Divide & How it’s Impacting Our Mental Health | Ep. 72
In this episode of the Level: Asian podcast, we unpack the housing and cost of living crisis.We begin by sharing how recent increases in rent, interest rates and groceries have impacted us...
•
Episode 72
•
1:16:00
Dealing with Chronic Eczema, Sustainable Fashion & What She Learnt from Flex Mami ft. Tara Chandra | Ep.71
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by content creator, Tara Chandra, who peels back the curtains of her life as a fashion and lifestyle influencer.Tara shares h...
•
Episode 71
•
45:09
Kicked Out At 18, Reclaiming Her Sexuality & Mending Relationships Through The Arts ft. Diana Nguyen | Ep. 70
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we’re joined by actor, performer, speaker, comedian and creative entrepreneur, Diana Nguyen.Dia...
•
Episode 70
•
1:11:27
Global GM of July Before 30, Becoming an Emotional Leader & The Impact of a Good Therapist ft. Zhoe Low | Ep. 69
In this episode of The Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Zhoe Low, Global Manager of ‘July’, a renowned Australian travel brand specialising in luggage ...
•
Episode 69
•
1:09:39
REDDIT REACTS: Calling Out YELLOW FEVER, Refusing to Bow to Our Elders & CHEAP Asian Parent Habits | Ep. 68
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, the crew deep dive down a Reddit rabbit hole to unpack some of the spiciest takes the internet has to offer. Tune in as the team debates an Asian edition of #AITA, share their insights on an A...
•
Episode 68
•
55:17
The Art of Full Time Living, Dealing with Ageing Asian Parents & Living with ADHD ft. Natalie Yan-Chatonsky | Ep. 67
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Natalie Yan-Chatonsky, Founder and CEO of Full Time Lives, a women’s midlife specialist and au...
•
Episode 67
•
1:06:23
Building an Unconventional Comedy Career, Cancel Culture & YouTube Growth ft. Neel Kolhatkar | Ep. 66
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Neel Kolhatkar, a comedian, filmmaker, and Youtube sensation, well known for his viral comedy sketches and stand up routines.Neel talks about his childhood in Sydney, what capt...
•
Episode 66
•
56:19
2023: A Year in Review | A Look Into The Struggles of Running a Podcast Production, Personal Growth & Meet The Team
In this episode of the Level Asian Podcast, we’re joined by the WHOLE L:A team, as we take a moment to appreciate our incredible journey and share some of the remarkable accomplishments and milestones we’ve achieved throughout 2023.
•
Episode 65
•
59:16
XMAS SPECIAL 2023: Hair Bae of Guildford, Bankstown & BEYOND ft. Rich & Jenny of Ultrafade | Ep. 64
Welcome to another fun-filled Christmas episode of The Level: Asian Podcast!We're thrilled to be joined once again (Round 2!) by OUR FAVOURITE POWER COUPLE behind Ultrafade - Rich and Jenny! In this episode, Rich and Jenny sh...
•
Episode 64
•
41:21
Telling Your Asian Parents “I Love You”, Struggling with Filial Piety & Her Breast Cancer Journey ft. Dai Le | Ep. 63
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Dai Le, a Vietnamese-born Australian politician currently serving as the federal member for Fowler and councillor for Fairfield/Cabravale Ward.Dai shares her harrowing experien...
•
Episode 63
•
1:26:11
How to Grapple With Asian-Australian Mental Health, Yoga Learnings in Japan & India and The Birth of Shapes & Sounds ft. Asami Koike | Ep. 62
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Asami Koike, Founder and Director of Shapes and Sounds, a social enterprise that destigmatises and promotes mental health in Asian communities.Asami opens up about her challeng...
•
Episode 62
•
56:30
TRAVEL EDITION: Worst Friends To Travel With, Fighting Old Ladies in China & Getting Drugged in Tokyo!? SOLO EP | Ep. 61
Join us as we 'wine down' and share some of the craziest and most unforgettable travel experiences.Hear Davie's untold pre-trip break-up story, Noel's backpacking adventures, Kan's year-long trip to Asia & Europe, and Viv’s SOLO trav...
•
Episode 61
•
1:23:59
Unpacking the Struggles Of Building Wealth TODAY & Gen-Z vs. Millennial vs. Boomer Mindset ft. Salena Kulkarni | Ep. 60
Before we dive into this episode, check out Salena's first episode on our podcast-it sets the perfect stage for what's to come! Link here: https://www.levelasianpodcast.com/episodes/salena-kulkarni-inkosi-wealth-episode-13Not...
•
Episode 60
•
1:03:56
Her Great Australian Dream: Traci_Migration’s Journey From Zero to TikTok Stardom to a 50 Strong Migration Law Firm ft. Traci Chen | Ep. 59
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Traci Chen, CEO and Principal Lawyer at Maison Chen Law Group, a law firm that specialises in Australian migration support and visa application courses.Traci shares her parents...
•
Episode 59
•
57:58
Convict to ConFit, The Journey From Crime Syndicates to Social Enterprise, Mentorship & Breaking Stigmas ft. Joe Kwon | Ep.58
In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Joe Kwon, CEO and Founder of ConFit and ConFit Pathways, a social enterprise and NFPO dedicated to fostering a sense of self-worth among inmates to help them successfully reintegrate i...
•
Episode 58
•
1:16:12
