Best The Asian Tech Chat Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: Reimagining Insurance Distribution and Customer Experience 43:04

1M ago43:04

43:04

This is a panel session from the first-ever #IBSConference in 2022 moderated by the new Deputy Commissioner for Insurance in Nigeria (Technical) Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon and featuring Richard Leftley ( Founder, Wavu), Sam Baddoo (Founder/CEO, Fleri), Eunice Maina (Founder/CEO, Bismart) and Opeyemi Osiyemi (Co-Founder, Claimsify). Hello! We would love t…

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Building the Infrastructure for the Future of Insurance (Part 2) 27:24

2M ago27:24

27:24

Our guest, Adebowale Banjo is the Co-Founder of MyCover.ai is a serial entrepreneur who has been in the InsurTech space far longer than many in the space today. He was General Manager of the first InsurTech startup in Nigeria; AutoGenius, a business that he described as being way ahead of its time. In this episode, he shares insights into the press…

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Building the Infrastructure for the Future of Insurance (Part 1) 28:53

2M ago28:53

28:53

Our guest, Adebowale Banjo is the Co-Founder of MyCover.ai is a serial entrepreneur who has been in the InsurTech space far longer than many in the space today. He was General Manager of the first InsurTech startup in Nigeria; AutoGenius, a business that he described as being way ahead of its time. In this episode, he shares insights into the press…

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IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: InsurTech & FinTech: Partnership for Inclusive Insurance 38:47

3M ago38:47

38:47

This is a panel session from the first-ever #IBSConference in 2022 where Dooshima Dapo-Oyewole (Digital Transformation Expert) moderated a conversation featuring Dr. Babatunde Obrimah, (COO, FinTech Association of Nigeria), Akin Jones (Founder/CEO, Aella) and Rob Galbraith (Founder/CEO, Forestview Insights). This session was proudly sponsored by Cu…

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IBS Conference 2020 Fireside Chat: Innovation & Partnerships for Sustainable Insurance 36:23

4M ago36:23

36:23

Throwback to when our co-founder ‘Damola Oloko had a fireside chat during the 2020 IBS Conference with Rashidat Adebisi CCO, AXA Mansard & Henry Mascot Founder, Curacel. The IBS Conference 2020 was the first InsurTech conference in Africa and was sponsored by AXA Nigeria; a leading composite insurance company & Curacel; the leading #InsurTech start…

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IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: Simplifying Insurance for the Emerging Market 36:37

4M ago36:37

36:37

Old but Gold. Here you can listen to the first panel session at our first IBS Conference in 2020 with Muhammed Adebiyi- then of YOA Insurance Brokers (Moderator), Dr. Ikpeme Neto- Founder, Wellahealth, Adeola Adebanjo- then the Head of Retail Solutions, AXA Mansard, Aparajit Bhattacharya- Co-Founder, Insure First and Dr. Tunde Salako- Co-Founder, H…

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Dr. Ryan Manuel | Bilby: Tech startup using AI to predict regulatory change 39:32

5M ago39:32

39:32

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ryan Manuel, professor of Chinese politics turned tech innovator. Dr. Manuel is Founder & CEO at tech startup Bilby where his team has developed a groundbreaking platform that is transforming how individuals understand and engage with governments. By deciphering legislative signals, they are changing the landsc…

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Joan Low | ThoughtFull: HealthTech startup helping make mental health a priority for everyone every day 35:42

6M ago35:42

35:42

In this episode, we sit down with Joan Low, Founder and CEO of ThoughtFull, a startup with a unique mental health app that offers end-to-end care through daily bite-sized coaching. Despite the crowded marketplace, ThoughtFull is gaining traction, especially in the corporate space, recently closing a $4 million funding round led by Temasek. Joan sha…

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Rajiv Chandna | Kinetic: Revolutionising the fintech payments sector to tackle a $300B challenge 30:55

7M ago30:55

30:55

In this episode, we are joined by Rajiv Chandna, Co-Founder of Kinetic, who shares how his venture is revolutionising payments in an effort to build a more frictionless e-commerce landscape. With $300 billion tied up in escrow worldwide, Rajiv highlights how the burdensome collateral demands stifle growth and can even spell the end for small busine…

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Transforming the Insurance Landscape in Southern Africa 47:37

8M ago47:37

47:37

Ever wonder what it takes to change the course of a whole industry? We're honored to host Arun P. Iyer, the Founder and CEO of Alpha Direct InsurTech, who is doing just that in the African insurance landscape. Brace yourself for an inspiring journey from a small-town upbringing, to a young boy investing in stocks, to a CEO transforming the insuranc…

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96. How to Attract Your Dream Life Living Clutter-Free: Transforming Spaces and Deepening Relationships with Mai Serenity 47:03

8M ago47:03

47:03

In this episode, I present Mai from 'Mai Serenity Space.' We go way back, and she's not just a guest; she's family. Today's podcast is about the incredible journey Mai has taken in the world of organizing and decluttering. We kick things off by diving into our own experiences with the law of attraction and how our perspectives have evolved over tim…

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Exploring the Asian InsurTech Landscape 43:40

8M ago43:40

43:40

Do you ever wonder how the world of insurance is shaking up in Asia? You're in for a treat! This episode offers a deep dive into the evolving landscape of Asia's insurance industry, with insightful conversations with Theresa Blissing, Founder of the Asia InsurTech Podcast. Theresa Blissing, a seasoned insurance professional who cut her teeth at Gen…

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95. Somatic Aliveness: Rediscovering Your Authentic Self with Lauraine Mann 50:14

8M ago50:14

50:14

In this episode of my podcast, "Short and Sweet," I had the privilege of having Lauraine Mann who is a psycho-somatic therapist with expertise in psychology and energy healing. Our conversation delved into the fascinating world of somatic therapy, emphasizing the crucial connection between our minds and bodies. Lauraine shared her personal journey …

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94. Cracking the Code of Branding: Journey to Empower Entrepreneurs with Sarah Sambles 52:47

8M ago52:47

52:47

In the world of branding and marketing, Sarah Sambles, a copywriter and coach, passionately helps small business owners, especially those in content-based fields like coaching, writing, and education, define their core message. She excels in crafting narrative-based copy that not only appeals to their audience but also authentically represents who …

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93. Unleashing Subconscious Transformation: The Power of Psych K with Rosemary Kelly 39:44

9M ago39:44

39:44

Rosemary Kelly’s journey takes us from her early desire to become a nurse, where she showcased her nurturing nature by caring for everyone, even her dog, to her remarkable 18-year career as a dietitian, where she helped people understand the importance of nutrition and its role in health. Later, she ventured into the field of transpersonal psycholo…

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92. Unveiling Career Safari: Stories of Empowerment with Wamite Muthara 38:37

9M ago38:37

38:37

In this episode, I'm excited to welcome Wamite Muthara as our special guest, the founder of Career Safari, a platform that spotlights and celebrates the diverse career journeys of women who are challenging what it means to be successful. We dive into inspiring career stories and discuss the empowerment of women in various stages of their profession…

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91. Unlocking Your Inner Calm: Five Golden Nuggets for Nervous System Regulation with Dr. Rhysa Sisco 1:07:36

9M ago1:07:36

1:07:36

In today’s episode of the podcast, I have Dr. Rhysa Sisco with me. She is a life and business empowerment mentor who has helped hundreds of people transform their lives by resetting their relationship with money, releasing limiting beliefs, and attracting abundance to live a life of alignment and freedom. Our conversation is a captivating journey t…

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90. Exploring Identity and AAPI Perspectives with Abby Borden: A Conversation with Mayly Tao 42:02

9M ago42:02

42:02

Abby Borden (Founder, Table Set Go) is a Freelance Event Producer specializing in food & beverage. Her client list has included the Grammys, Elton John AIDS Foundation, Warner Brothers, Amazon Studios, the Dodgers and the James Beard Foundation and she has been the Producer for Regarding Her Food’s 10-day Festival, since its inception in 2021. Her …

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89. “Moulino Tan of Phnom Penh Noodle House Interviews and Chats with Mayly Tao, Donut Princess: Unveiling Her Book, 'An American Dream with Sprinkles" 48:56

10M ago48:56

48:56

For the first time in Short N’ Sweet Podcast history, Mayly Tao is interviewed instead of interviewing her guest by owner Moulino Tan of Phnom Penh Noodle Shack to explore her book, "An American Dream with Sprinkles: The Legacy Story of the Donut Queen and Donut Princess." They delve into sharing common family backgrounds with stories of their pare…

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Unlocking the Future of Health Insurance 49:51

10M ago49:51

49:51

For episode 41, we catch up with Dr. Ikpeme Neto, Founder/CEO of leading InsurTech/HealthTech WellaHealth on their work around solving the challenge of out-of-pocket expenditure for healthcare; a $7b market. In this episode, we venture into the often challenging terrain of global healthcare delivery, tackling thorny issues like regulation & market …

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88. Vanntastic Sweets: How a Khmer-Owned Macaron Business in Fresno Is Expanding - An Entrepreneur's Viewpoint with Pesith Vann 42:29

10M ago42:29

42:29

Pesith Vann, born in Long Beach, California but raised in Fresno. Built Vanntastic Sweets from just the presence of friends and family. Started off as a private chef then sold madeleines from home, and expanded to macarons. Through their presence at farmer’s markets to wholesaling to retail and boba shops, Vanntastic Sweets has expanded to around C…

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Fueling Insurance Innovation in New Markets (2) 27:33

11M ago27:33

27:33

On this Episode Damola & Folumy host an enriching conversation with Patrick Kelahan, The Insurance Elephant. He is the Chief Elephant at The Insurance Elephant Incubator and sits on the board of a number of InsurTech startups. Patrick is so full of knowledge about innovation and technology within the insurance industry and he unpacks his thoughts d…

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Fueling Insurance Innovation in New Markets (1) 33:40

11M ago33:40

33:40

On this Episode Damola & Folumy host an enriching conversation with Patrick Kelahan, The Insurance Elephant. He is the Chief Elephant at The Insurance Elephant Incubator and sits on the board of a number of InsurTech startups. Patrick is so full of knowledge about innovation and technology within the insurance industry and he unpacks his thoughts d…

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87. Exploring Literature, Identity, and Art with Khmer Author Sokunthary Svay 55:59

11M ago55:59

55:59

𝗦𝗼𝗸𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘃𝗮𝘆 is a talented writer and founding member of the Cambodian American Literary Arts Association (CALAA). Discover her journey as a poet and academic as she shares insights into her groundbreaking works, including her opera "Woman of Letters" and the forthcoming hybrid memoir "Put it on Record." From her poetic reflections on life in Ne…

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86. Breaking Barriers and Creating Space: Helene Servillon's Journey in Entrepreneurship 1:01:40

11M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Helene Servillon is a first generation Filipino-American from San Francisco that is a multi-faceted entrepreneur, operator and venture capitalist across emerging industries. She is a Founding Partner of JourneyOne Ventures, a 100% woman and minority-owned cannabis and psychedelics fund who was named a top global exec to watch in the cannabis indust…

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Rachel Troublaiewitch | Gateway Private Markets, HK: Better venture funding from a banker turned founder 23:31

11M ago23:31

23:31

Dive headfirst into the world of venture capitalism with Rachel, co-founder of Gateway Private Markets. Beginning her career as a banker in Asia to her role disrupting the private markets, Rachel's journey is one of innovation and perseverance. Rachael covers the the explosive growth in the startup sector over the past decade, examining the rise of…

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85. From Humble Beginnings to Multimillionaire: The Entrepreneur's Journey with Rashaan Mitchell "PushMan Mitch" 47:37

12M ago47:37

47:37

Rashaan Mitchell is not your average entrepreneur. He is a visionary, a risk-taker, and a true inspiration for all those who aspire to achieve greatness. His story is a living testament to the power of determination and resilience, showing us that no matter the obstacles we face, we can rise above them and achieve remarkable success. Picture this: …

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John D. Evans, CFA | SEIML Ventures, CN: Four decades of fraud, fundraising and the Founder Institute 28:06

12M ago28:06

28:06

The funding environment is tough, but there is precedence. This episode’s guest, John D. Evans, CFA founder and general manager of SEIML Ventures, spent over 24 years as an investment banker, 12 years as a professor of practice, and 7 years in corporate finance. He's seen the highs and lows, booms and busts, of various economic cycles, making him a…

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84. Liquor Store Dreams: A Journey of Identity and Generational Dreams with So Yun Um 54:06

12M ago54:06

54:06

So Yun Um's directorial debut documentary feature film, "Liquor Store Dreams," made its world premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival. The film delves into the experiences of second-generation Korean American children of Liquor Store owners in the LA area, shedding light on their unique challenges. Her work has been screened at prestigious event…

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Closing the Protection Gap in Africa with Microinsurance & Innovation 45:27

12M ago45:27

45:27

In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of microinsurance in Africa, focusing on Motisure, an innovative InsurTech company based in Kenya. Join us as we explore how Motisure is closing the protection gap for commercial motorbike riders (Boda boda riders) through their unique microinsurance offerings, developed in collaboration with …

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Justin Chan | Gense, HK: The early detection device that actually works. 18:08

12M ago18:08

18:08

Meet Justin Chan, a Forbes' 30 Under 30 awardee whose groundbreaking tech invention could revolutionize healthcare as we know it. As the founder of Gense, Justin’s passion for positive impact and problem-solving is actualised through a palm-sized device that scans critical organs for disease in under a minute. His vision for a decentralized, access…

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83. From Boat to Mind: Len's Journey of Freedom, Engineering, and Martial Arts 49:01

12M ago49:01

49:01

In 1982, Len and his father along with twenty-three people left Vietnam on a small fishing boat to find freedom. After 21 days at sea, they were rescued and brought to the Hong Kong refugee camp. After almost a year at the refugee camps in Hong Kong and the Philippines, they settled in New York City. In 1998, Len graduated with a Bachelor of Engine…

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Delivering on Mass Market Insurance in Africa 35:47

1y ago35:47

35:47

On this episode we sit with Ted Pantone who is the Co-Founder/CEO of leading #InsurTech and microinsurance player, Turaco. Turaco has recently announced that they have insured 1m customers across the three markets they are currently in (Uganda, Kenya & Nigeria); the majority of whom are engaging with insurance for the first time. Ted shared in this…

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82. The Veil Between Two Worlds: A Journey of Identity and Writing with Christina Vo 42:46

1y ago42:46

42:46

Christina Vo is a writer who previously worked for international organizations in Vietnam and Switzerland, including UNICEF and the World Economic Forum, respectively. She also ran a floral design business in San Francisco, as well as worked as a donor relations writer for the University of California, San Francisco. Christina is a graduate of the …

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81. How Donut Kids Make Their Parents Proud In America with Adam Vaun 1:29:38

1y ago1:29:38

1:29:38

Owner of DK’s Donuts Orange County, Co-founder of The Doughnut Parlor and Downtown Donuts and Coffee in the city of Brea, Adam Vaun is Mayly’s 3rd cousin. He’s a donut kid who is grateful and proud to be part of a family that has impacted the donut industry. He’s continuously looking for more innovative ways to improve the donut industry and always…

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80. Why Corporate Jobs Are Not A Safety Net with Jessica Fialkovich 42:34

1y ago42:34

42:34

Jessica Fialkovich grew up in New Jersey, her grandparents were entrepreneurs, and her dad saw the ups and down of small business owner life. Some weeks were great, and some weeks were terrible. Her dad decided that entrepreneurship was not his gig, and he went into education. Jessica was raised in a typical way: Get a good job Work for a corporate…

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79. Things You Should Know In Starting A Business with Hunny Hach 47:25

1+ y ago47:25

47:25

Hunny is a second-generation Cambodian-American who was born in San Diego, California and raised in Long Beach. She is a local artist and active member of the Cambodian community, DJ-ing at many venues from Hollywood in LA to Orange County to Cambodia. She is the creator and co-founder of Qhmer, a Khmer LGBTQ+ organization to promote positive repre…

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Insurance Innovation Trends and Opportunities for Incumbents & Startups 43:43

1+ y ago43:43

43:43

To celebrate the first year of #IBSPodcast in 2021, Damola & Folumy hosted Rob Galbraith, Bryan Falchuk, Eunice Maina & Frederik Bisbjerg to discuss their books, trends in insurance innovation and opportunities that exist for the growth of the space. Hello! We would love to get your feedback. Send us a quick text Join our IBS community on LinkedIn,…

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78. How to celebrate the death of the people pleaser with Nisha Mody 1:00:16

1+ y ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Nisha Mody (she/her) is a Feminist Healing Coach, Writer, and Library Advocate. She has dabbled in many careers including consultant, recruiter, speech therapist, and librarian. She came out on the other side seeing how her values of curiosity, humility, interdependence, unlearning, delight, and liberation were the common thread and fueled her care…

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Financial Inclusion & Micro Pensions 20:46

1+ y ago20:46

20:46

In the episode, we sit with Tunji Andrews Founder/CEO of Awabah to discuss the interesting work Awabah is pioneering in the Nigerian Pensions space. Awabah is the first micro pension startup in Nigeria, working with Pension Funds Administrators (PFA) to offer pension services to gig workers, and underserved members of society from developers, influ…

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77. Your Journey Is Uniquely Yours with Miss Theo 40:21

1+ y ago40:21

40:21

Theodora Yang is a Reiki Master and Intuitive Soul Guide on a mission to help you activate, heal, and recharge. With a grounded yet free-spirited view on life, Theo brings enthusiasm, heart and passion to her projects whether it's being an energy healer, singer-songwriter, egg roll master, entertainer, photographer and/or teacher. As a Reiki Master…

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76. Let’s talk about Inclusivity with Daveth 52:08

1+ y ago52:08

52:08

Daveth was born in Cambodia, and moved to the US at the age of 10 where English became his second language. He understood the disconnect between Khmer people living in different countries needed- a need to reconnect to their culture through the Khmer language. Daveth also shares about his experience being Queer and sharing his vision of inclusivity…

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75. The Khmer Renaissance: Reclaiming Identity with founder Sotheara Lim 1:14:23

1+ y ago1:14:23

1:14:23

Sotheara Lim is a 2nd generation Khmer American of Khmer, Teochew, and Vietnamese ancestry. He founded Khmer Renaissance during the height of the pandemic and has grown the community to over 10,000 followers in a year. At its core, Khmer Renaissance looks to provide visibility and validation for the Khmer experience by highlighting Khmer creativity…

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Women in Insurance: Untapped Value for the African Industry 1:19:46

1+ y ago1:19:46

1:19:46

We discussed the realities of insurance in Africa being male-dominated, opportunities that inclusion brings and possible solutions, action points needed to change this reality for good. Speakers Adeolu Adewumi-Zer - MD/CEO, Allianz Nigeria Jihan Abass - Founder/CEO, Lami Insurance Technology Rashidat Adebisi - ED/Chief Client Officer, AXA Mansard M…

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Unconventional Insurance in an Emerging Market 1:18:35

1+ y ago1:18:35

1:18:35

Following the pandemic, we have seen development and drive from forward-thinking insurers and InsurTechs to offer new and innovative insurance services to customers; partnership is being embraced, embedded insurance (finance) is on everyone's lips, new insurance models are being tested and adopted and products are being designed from the scratch wi…

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74. How to Build Your Brand with Your Significant Partner? with Bayou Bennett 44:29

1+ y ago44:29

44:29

In 2007, the dynamic husband and wife filmmaker duo of Bayou Bennett and Daniel Lir founded Dream Team Directors. Their vision was to combine imagination, humor, beauty and a desire to positively impact the world through their stunning creative work. They started their collaboration as writer/director with the viral hit “Text Me” which won multiple…

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73. The Story of Cambodian Cowboy with Chad Phuong 1:37:19

1+ y ago1:37:19

1:37:19

The "Cambodian Cowboy" now feeds his Long Beach neighborhood Texas-style BBQ with a distinctively Cambodian touch after moving to Texas as an adult after arriving in the United States as a refugee. Chad is always working to develop this brand-new concept of taking Cambodian culture and infusing it with community. He shares his life story through hi…

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72. Employee Turned Full Time Business Investor/Operator with Jessie James Balantac 59:42

1+ y ago59:42

59:42

Jessie James Balantac’s first encounter of money was selling some items out of his garage and slowly contemplating how he should make money moving forward. He started his first corporate job in Stockton, CA in order to support his mom as a single mother. He spent some years in the network marketing space, which taught him valuable lessons, and with…

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71. Death in Cambodia with Dorothy Chow 56:32

1+ y ago56:32

56:32

Today’s guest is Dorothy Chow who is the host of her own podcast “Death in Cambodia Life in America,” which helps her and her father process the trauma experienced during the Khmer Rouge. In NorCal, she serves as the CEO of B&H Bakery Distributors, which is a coincidence as Mayly’s uncle had owned B&H Distributors back in the 80s! Dorothy dives int…

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70. Passion vs. Practicality: What it's Like to Make Money Doing What You Love with Kat Lieu 46:59

1+ y ago46:59

46:59

Kat Lieu is a remarkable community leader for anyone interested in Asian baking! Born in Montreal, her journey never started this way as she worked as a physical therapist and lymphedema expert for 13 years. However, she found a way to bring bakers together during the pandemic through creating Subtle Asian Baking, where people share recipes and col…

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