
Late Night Hotpot
Two Gen-Zs going against the grain—breaking free from generational expectations and fighting for our versions of success. No filters—just raw stories, real talk, and the truths we were never allowed to say out loud.
Episodes
13 episodes
#13 - The Dark Side of Being First
In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Late Night Hotpot, Jeremy and Zoe dive into what it truly means to be a trailblazer. From Jeremy Lin's unexpected rise in the NBA, Simu Liu’s journey to Marvel stardom, to MC Jin break...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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52:04

#12 - The Emotional Toll of Asian Parents Not Saying “I’m Proud of You”
In this episode of Late Night Hotpot, Jeremy and Zoe open up about the quiet pain of never hearing “I’m proud of you” from our Asian parents. We explore how that silence shapes our self-worth, fuels our drive, and sometimes leaves us q...
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56:59

#11 - It's Time to Demand Workplace Equality for Asians. Period.
What does it really mean to demand equality when you're an Asian-Australian navigating predominantly white workplaces? In this episode, we unpack the daily realities of trying to be visible in spaces that weren’t built for us—and the emotional ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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46:27

#10 - Why Asian Parents Don’t Say “I Love You”
On this episode of Late Night Hotpot, Jeremy and Zoe get real about why Asian parents rarely say I love you out loud. They talk about all the unspoken ways love shows up — the sacrifices, the tough love, and those quiet moments that me...
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51:51

#9 - I'm Her NEPHEW...But I Was Born FIRST!?
In this episode of Late Night Hotpot, Jeremy and his Second Auntie Zoe sit down for a warm, late-night chat about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between the American, Canadian, and New Zealand accents—why they trip us up, w...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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51:45

#8 - Shattering the Chains of the 9-5 Rat Race
In this episode of Late Night Hotpot, Jeremy and Zoe delve into the complex journey of breaking away from the 9-to-5, questioning the status quo, and exploring what it truly means to carve your own path.We get real about:Why ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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56:40

#7 - I Was Ashamed of Being Asian – Here's Why
In Episode 7 of Late Night Hotpot with Jeremy and Zoe, we peel back the layers of what it means to be a “whitewashed” Asian—navigating the nuanced stages of identity, cultural disconnect, and the long road back to embracing our roots. From chil...
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1:01:22

#6 - How To Tell Your Asian Parents You Got a Tattoo
Welcome back to Late Night Hotpot! 🍲 In this episode, Jeremy and Zoe dive into one of the ultimate Asian kid dilemmas: how do you break the news to your parents that you got a tattoo? 🫣From sneaky cover-ups and dramatic reactions to une...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:01:21

#5 - My Asian Dad Doesn’t Believe in Physiotherapy?!
Ever tried explaining physiotherapy to your Asian dad and got hit with “Put some Chinese oil on it”? Or offered him moisturiser only to get “my skin’s fine, thanks”? In this episode, Jeremy and Zoe laugh (and cry) their way through the world of...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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56:24

#4 - Sweat Together, Stay Together: Community Fitness, Run Clubs & 20s Wellness
In this episode, we’re lacing up and sweating it out together. Jeremy and Zoe dive into what it’s like juggling fitness in your 20s as Asian Gen-Z’s: from the highs of run club friendships to the humbling reality of triathlon training and refor...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:07:34

#3 - Rent’s Due, Noodles Are Steaming, and Our Outfits? Questionable.
📅 Rent’s due, the noodles are hot, and our fashion sense? Let’s just say it’s evolving. In this episode of Late Night Hotpot, we dive into the chaos of adulting: juggling bills, cheap meals, and trying to look decent while doing it. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:30:55

#2 - Dear Asian Parents: Let Us Choose Our Own Career Path
Growing up in many Asian households, there's often a "safe" path laid out for us — doctor, lawyer, engineer. But what happens when our passions don’t align with those expectations?In this heartfelt video, we open up about the cultural p...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:06:49

#1 - Breaking the asian stereotype
Two 20-something Asian kids get real about Mother’s Day, ambition, and the unspoken love of immigrant parents.In this episode, we dive into how we celebrate Mother’s Day when "I love you" isn’t always said out loud. We talk about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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1:18:11
