Best Mikesong Podcasts (2024)

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Season 3 Finale | Chad Mayate 41:36

10M ago41:36

41:36

Ben and Anthony are joined by podcast producer and fellow Kinja – Chad! The three of them sit down and re-cap series 3 of the podcast, looking at the guests that have been on. They also take a moment for some self-reflection and look at what the future holds. 00:00 – Intro 01:40 – Podcast starts 02:30 – Thoughts on the series 05:00 – Reviews 06:50 …

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Don’t Chase What Can Be Gone Tomorrow | Jackson Wang 52:20

11M ago52:20

52:20

Jackson Wang returns to the podcast. He speaks about love, loneliness and his advice to upcoming creatives. 02:00: Intro 6:55: Jackson reflects on his 20s 10:46: His life goals 12:40: His toughest moment 20:38: Love and relationships 33:00: How low moments can make you stronger 45:32: Jackson's advice to upcoming creatives Socials: Twitter: @Jackso…

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Document Your Life. No One Else Will Do It Better Than You | Mike Song 1:01:33

11M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Mike Song is back on the pod! In this episode, Mike opens up about when his father went missing last year; reflecting on the support he recieved from friends and strangers, his family's experience of the ordeal, and the importance of documenting your experiences for your future self. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Highest highs and lowest lows 11:00: OG Statu…

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BE The Change You Want To See | Kiel Tutin 48:03

11M ago48:03

48:03

Influential choreographer and dancer Kiel Tutin is on the pod! In this episode Tutin delves into his experience working with iconic K-Pop artists and musicians worldwide, and also his personal journey; from discovering his passion for dance, to balancing work and life, and where he envisions himself in the future. 02:49: Kiel's backstory 06:41: Dan…

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How To Build A Successful Community | Mike Pak 51:33

11M ago51:33

51:33

Introducing: The runner and co-founder of Koreatown Run Club - who hates running (well, it's a love/hate relationship). Mike Pak talks to the Kinjaz about his different entrepreneurial ventures, fusing passion with business, and the importance of having compassion for others. 00:00: Intro 02:11: Mike's backstory (dropping out of college, moving to …

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Winning Is A Macro Game | Joe Jitsukawa 1:04:54

11M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Actor, comedian, entrepreneur and YouTuber Joe Jitsukawa is on the pod talking about forging his YouTube career, creating JKFilms, and perseverence. 00:00: Intro 01:40: Interview starts 03:10: Origin story – school, drugs and gang life 30:00: Youtube 45:00: How did you figure all of this out without a mentor? 52:00: Where did you get your kind natu…

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Technology Can’t Replace Reputation | Addy Chan (Part 2) 41:52

12M ago41:52

41:52

Part 2 of Addy Chan's chat with the Kinjaz touches on what she does to maintain balance and what she's learned about herself through therapy. 00:00: Creating rotuines 06:00: Therapy takeaways 21:00: Lightning round 27:00: What do you feel like you've mastered? 35:00: Outro Socials: Insta: @theaddychan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast…

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Technology Can’t Replace Reputation | Addy Chan (Part 1) 55:21

12M ago55:21

55:21

Choreographer, producer and talent manager, Addy Chan, jumps into the booth to speak about love, social media, and her history with the Kinjaz. 4:50 - Addy's history with the Kinjaz 9:33 - Her and Mike Song's love story 14:17 - Her relationship with social media 24:35 - Addy's values Socials: Insta: @theaddychan Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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True Love Is A Choice | Carissa & Michael Alvarado AKA “Us The Duo” 1:07:23

12M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Us the Duo, the husband-and-wife folk band who rose to fame on Vine, share their story with Ben and Anthony; from how they met on an AJ Rafael music video, to creating music together whilst being in a relationship. 04:05: Carissa and Michael’s love story 16:31: How they got into music 20:30: Their roles in the relationship 24:11: Their struggles th…

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You’ll BE READY When You HAVE TO BE | Jawn Ha 1:00:36

1y ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Jawn Ha, dancer, choreographer, and member of the Kinjaz speaks about his experiences during the pandemic, how fatherhood changed him, and how he defines success. 02:00: Intro 04:55: Jawn's time on breakdance China 11:55: How he was impacted by the pandemic 16:40: The lifestyle and mindset change of fatherhood 27:36: How did he deal with the sacrif…

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Be Bold To Be YOU | Kaycee Rice 53:07

1y ago53:07

53:07

20-year-old acclaimed dancer, choreographer and actress Kaycee Rice joins Ben and Anthony this week; she talks about falling in love with dance, creating her own clothing brand, and publicly talking about mental health. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 06:00: Weirdo Apparel 08:00: Balancing work and education 13:00: Opening up about mental health 2…

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Success Is ONLY Possible With The Right Mindset | Jaspreet Singh (Part 2) 40:10

1y ago40:10

40:10

Welcome back to part 2 of Beth and Anthony’s talk with the self-titled ‘Chief Executive Money Nerd’ Jaspreet Singh. 00:00: Beginning to invest (practical advice) 08:00: Being an opportunist 10:00: Safety vs risk in investing 12:00: Personal investments 18:00: Good debt vs bad debt 21:00: Balancing work and life 26:00: Investing: thinking long-term …

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Success Is ONLY Possible With The Right Mindset | Jaspreet Singh (Part 1) 45:24

1y ago45:24

45:24

In this week’s episode, entrepreneur Jaspreet Singh delves into all things finance and investment, offering advice on everything from how to start investing, to weighing up safety and risk when it comes to money. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 18:00: Financial self-education and role models 24:00: Learning how to build a business 27:00: Investing…

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Where Focus Goes Energy Flows | Lil Buck (Part 2) 33:27

1y ago33:27

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Welcome back to part 2 of Ben and Anthony's conversation with award-winning performance artist Lil Buck! 00:00: Consciously breaking barriers and stereotypes 03:30: First music video 06:00: Working with Yo-Yo Ma and the power of collaboration 12:00: How do you define success? 20:00: What do you feel like you've mastered? 22:00: Outro Socials: Insta…

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Where Focus Goes Energy Flows | Lil Buck (Part 1) 39:24

1y ago39:24

39:24

Lil Buck — the world-renowned artist who's collaborated with the likes of Janelle Monáe, Lizzo, Versace, Yo-Yo Ma and more – joins the Kinjaz to talk about growing up in Memphis, his love and pursuit of dance, and consciously breaking social barriers. 00:00: Intro 03:30: Origin story 08:00: Memphis Jookin' 12:00: How did you get involved with that?…

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True Growth Comes From Doing | Vinh Nguyen 58:22

1y ago58:22

58:22

Back for the third time on the pod is dancer and choreogrpaher Vinh Nguyen, who chats about his role as a creative director, fatherhood and some of his career highlights so far. 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Interview starts 03:30 - Being a new father 10:00 - How do you prepare for that life change? 15:00 - Was there a moment where you felt ready for that …

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Unlocking Understanding Through Authentic Curiosity | Phillip Chbeeb (Part 2) 35:56

1y ago35:56

35:56

Welcome back to part 2! In this half, Philip Chbeeb talks with Ben and Anthony about his research into psyhcology, and embracing the fluidity that comes with being human. 00:00: How Covid shaped they way we navigate the media landscape 06:00: Therapy and researching psychology 07:00: Writing a book 08:00: What does The Missing Self mean to you? 19:…

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Unlocking Understanding Through Authentic Curiosity | Phillip Chbeeb (Part 1) 42:03

1y ago42:03

42:03

This is part one of Ben and Anthony's interview with Philip Chbeeb, who discusses his Covid experience, how he creates a space for unfiltered thoughts through The Missing Self, and unpacks the way we approach cancel culture. 00:00: Intro 04:00: Covid experience 06:00: The Missing Self 15:00: Navigating conflict 18:00: Which of your videos have had …

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Chasing Milestones Over Goals | Smac McCreanor 1:01:38

1y ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Australian dancer, actress and content creator Smac McCreanor joins Ben and Anthony to chat about her journey into professional dance, chanelling confidence into creating, and her future aspirations. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Interview starts 04:00: Origins story 10:00: Dance Competitions 12:00: Moving to LA 18:00: Not making plans 22:30: What’s your pra…

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Owning Confidence In Your Brand | Bam Martin (Part 2) 53:02

1y ago53:02

53:02

Part two of Bam Martin's talk with Ben and Anthony; discussing past successes and future aspirations. 00:00: Welcome back 01:00: How has your 2023 been so far? 03:20: Where do you get your sense of humility? 12:00: What’s 2023 looking like for you? 24:30: What do you want to achieve in 2023? 27:30: How do you define success? 30:30: Lightning Round …

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Owning Confidence In Your Brand | Bam Martin (Part 1) 1:00:20

1y ago1:00:20

1:00:20

KINJAZ crew member Bam Martin is back on the pod this week, disucssing fatherhood, his relationship with dance, and KINJAZ experience so far. 00:00: Intro 02:20: Interview starts 04:00: Covid and post-Covid experience 08:00: Family Life 32:00: What are your goals? 40:00: Do you ever feel pressure to update your style to suit current trends? 44:00: …

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Finding Hope In The Face Of Chaos | Johnny Chang 2:01:50

1y ago2:01:50

2:01:50

This week, podcaster, personal coach, prison minister and ex gang member Johnny Chang shares his moving personal story with Ben and Anthony — opening up about his time in a gang, life in prison, and his relationship with his parents. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Interview start 04:00: Johnny’s Story 06:00: Joining a gang/Gang life 25:00: Life in Prison 42:0…

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Finding Purpose Through Service | Nick Joseph 51:59

1y ago51:59

51:59

Today, Ben and Anthony are joined by newest member of the Kinjaz crew, Nick Joseph, who talks about his dance career so far, choreographing for BTS, and creating his own clothing line. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 07:00: Dance as a career 12:00: Working with BTS 16:00: Crafting an individual style 21:00: Joining the Kinjaz crew 28:00: Getting i…

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Power In Embracing Your Uniqueness | Sherry Cola 1:04:00

1y ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Comedian, actor and writer Sherry Cola is on the pod to talk about some *very* exciting upcoming projects, in addition to discussing the feeling of liberation that comes with being yourself, coming out, representaton and more... 00:00: Intro 07:00: Origin story 13:00: Climbing the ladder: breaking into creative industries 23:00: The asian immigrant…

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kNOwing Your Limits | Keone and Mari 1:11:06

1y ago1:11:06

1:11:06

The KINJAZ are back! To kick off Season 3, Ben and Anthony are joined by long-time friends of the pod, Keone and Mari Madrid. The choreographer and director duo are back to discuss their upcoming Broadway debut, and their individual journeys with mental health. 00:00: Intro 05:00: Broadway journey 21:00: Relationship to dance 24:00: Mental health a…

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In Loving Memory of Stephen “tWitch” Boss | The Art of the Honest Hustle 1:23:34

1+ y ago1:23:34

1:23:34

We're re-releasing this epsiode from season one in honour of the recent passing of Stephen Boss. Mental health is such an important thing to talk about. If you or someone you know is struggling in any way, please reach out to somebody and know you're not alone. We acknowledge that this episode may be triggering for some people — at the bottom of th…

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Real Life, Real Stories, Real Gamechangers | Season 2 Finale Ben Chung, Anthony Lee & Chad Mayate 1:00:11

1+ y ago1:00:11

1:00:11

Hosts Ben, Anthony and Chad recap the wildest and most emotional moments of Season 2, including all the learning and all the laughs. 00:00 – Intro 04:00 – Funniest pod 12:45 – Someone new you met through the pod 23:30 – Most memorable moment of Season 2 25:30 – Most emotional moment of the season 29:18 – Wildest stories 34:15 – Who do we want to br…

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The Pursuit Of Happiness Is Success | Michael Le 51:33

1+ y ago51:33

51:33

Tik Tok sensation, dancer, and entrepreneur Michael Le (justmaiko) is on the pod, talking all things content creation and the importance of focusing on what you love. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 07:00: Having an entrepreneurial spirit 11:00: Blowing up on Tik Tok and creating content 19:00 Spider-man cameo and cool opportunities 21:00: Startin…

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You Are A Reflection Of Your Tribe | Dante Basco 1:02:43

1+ y ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Sitting down with Anthony and Ben this week is actor, dancer, and director Dante Basco, who talks about his experience growing up in Hollywood, Asian representation in the arts, and working on projects with a lasting impact. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 09:00: Pursuing dance and film 15:00: Asian representation in Hollywood 22:00: Learning from…

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Healing Starts With Self-Awareness | Dan Matthews 56:40

1+ y ago56:40

56:40

Dan Matthews — rapper, creative producer, and managing partner at International Secret Agents — joins Ben and Anthony on the pod, opening up about being. a Korean adoptee, meeting his biological family, and his creative pursuits. 00:00: Intro 03:00: Origin story 05:00: Adoption story and connecting with his biological family 14:00: Documenting his …

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Letting Go In Order To Grow | Chad and Charles 2:11:10

1+ y ago2:11:10

2:11:10

On the pod this week is Chad Mayate and Charles Nguyen, talking about the Poreotics journey, the highs and lows of being in the spotlight, and their history with KINJAZ. 00:00: Intro 07:00: Origin stories 17:00: America’s Best Dance Crew 28:00: Winning ABDC 34:00: The challenges of being in the spotlight 41:00: Rebranding Poreotics and crew dynamic…

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Never Negotiate With Your Goals | Brandon Schram 1:10:35

1+ y ago1:10:35

1:10:35

On the pod this week is celebrity trainer, athlete, and motivational speaker Brandon Schram, who discusses the key to consistency, his sources of motivation, and the power of knowledge. 00:00: Intro 04:00: Origin story 12:00: Family history, identity, and reaching out to different communities 16:00: Being your own guide 19:00: Working with celebrit…

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Power In Confiding In Your Tribe | Jackson Wang 1:20:09

2y ago1:20:09

1:20:09

On the pod this week is the multitalented global superstar, singer, fashion designer and director Jackson Wang, who opens up about his history with Kinjaz, the creative process, and the importance of knowing it’s okay not to be okay. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Origin story 07:00: Being a K-pop trainee 09:00: Pursuing multiple passions: from fencing to per…

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Breaking Barriers By Serving | Home-y Made Meals with Sonia Park and Ray Ricafort of Eayikes 1:37:39

2y ago1:37:39

1:37:39

Ray Ricafort, Co-Founder of Eayikes, and Sonia Park, Eayikes’ Membership Director and Project Manager for Home-y Made Meals, are on the pod this week, discussing how their non-profit ventures help to provide a sense of belonging, community, and empowerment for all people. 00:00: Intro 04:00: Eayikes’ origin story 08:00: Choosing Eayikes’ direction …

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Cultivating a Life of Service | TJ Lee 1:10:54

2y ago1:10:54

1:10:54

Co-founder of Offset Med, Disability Cosultant, and Spinal Cord Injury survivor repping Quest Crew Teejay Lee joins Ben and Anthony. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Origin story 06:00: Getting into a car accident and aftermath 20:00: Hospital experience 25:00: Being paralysed 30:00: Re-gaining physical sensations 39:00: Becoming an occupational therapist 42:00…

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Creating Greatness in the Face of Fear | Daniel 'Cloud' Campos 1:13:36

2y ago1:13:36

1:13:36

Multi-talented dancer, director, and choreographer Daniel ‘Cloud’ Campos deep dives into his breakdancing roots, the creative process, alongside navigating mental health, and his (many) artistic endeavours. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 06:00: Finding magic in breakdancing 10:00: Inspirations and storytelling through dance 14:00: Red Bull BC One…

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Your Beliefs Become Your Reality | Mike Posner 1:13:48

2y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

On the pod this week is singer, songwriter and producer Mike Posner, who discusses everything from his experiences as an artist in the music industry, to his six-month trek across the US, and climbing Mount Everest. 00:00: Intro 02:30: Origin story 08:00: The release of ‘Cooler Than Me’ and what came next 12:00: Writing music for other artists 15:0…

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Finding Your Warrior Spirit | Diane 'Danga' Palaganas 59:58

2y ago59:58

59:58

DJ and former dancer Diane “Danga” Palaganas shares her experience of living with Multiple Sclerosis, touching on her diagnosis, the emotional journey of living with MS, and how her perspective on life has changed. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 06:00: MS diagnosis 17:00: The emotional journey of MS 21:00: Adapting to MS and reconnecting with peo…

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The Power Of Mastering A Single Skill | Bailey “Bagels” Payne 57:28

2y ago57:28

57:28

Pro parkour and tricker athlete Bailey 'Bagels' Payne is on the pod, discussing motivation, content creation, and future goals. 00:00: Intro 02:00: Origin story 05:00: From cheerleading to the art of parkour 09:00: Signature moves 11:00: Work ethic, motivation, and bouncing back after injury 16:00: A day in the life: Training and diet 18:00: Conten…

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Finding & Owning Identity by way of Representation | Morgan Hennesy-Shea 1:42:02

2y ago1:42:02

1:42:02

Content creator, brand strategist, and Tik Tok star Morgan Hennessy-Shea discusses finding self-confidence through hip-hop, the physical and emotional journey of transitioning, and the importance of seeing yourself reflected in the media. 00:00 Intro 04:30 Origin story 13:00 Blowing up on Tik Tok 18:00 The journey to identifying as trans 21:00 Expr…

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The Power of Thinking like a Kid | Miles Brown 47:15

2y ago47:15

47:15

Friend to the pod, Miles Brown returns to talk about transitioning from dance into acting, the last season of Black-ish, and how he priorities his joy in his work. 00:00 Intro 03:00 Recap over two years 05:40 Last season of Black-ish 08:00 Growing up on set 12:00 Developing during quarantine 15:00 The acting world vs. the dancing world 18:00 Transi…

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Using The Pandemic To Launch A Dream | Josh Espinosa and Peter Rosenberg 1:28:09

2y ago1:28:09

1:28:09

Dancer-turned-chef-turned-restauranteur, Josh Espinosa, with business partner, Peter Rosenberg, join up with Kinjaz to talk about the origin of their partnership, Sampa's business pivots through the pandemic, and how dance informed the restaurant's food. 00:00 Intro 03:00 Origins in Kaba Modern 05:00 Josh's movement into the culinary arts and fine …

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Finding Purpose Through Self-Love | Arnel Calvario 1:44:44

2y ago1:44:44

1:44:44

Returning guest and Kinjaz brother, Arnel Calvario opens up about sexuality, Culture Shock LA, and about the liberatory potential of engaging with the historical roots of dance artforms. 00:00 Intro 06:00 Culture Shock LA 11:43 Transitioning from passion to purpose 15:30 Moving onto large scale shows 22:00 Social media's influence on dance 24:00 Ro…

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What’s Meant For You Will Always Be | Vanness Wu 1:22:15

2y ago1:22:15

1:22:15

Actor, singer, director, entrepreneur, member of F4 and the Korean Mandopop duo Kangta & Vanness, Vanness Wu goes deep with the hosts about not being able to dance as a kid, learning about success from people around him, and how his faith influences his art. O0:00 Intro 05:00 Origin 08:00 First finding joy in dance and performing 12:00 Getting sign…

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Manifesting Dreams into Reality | Alyssa Navarro 57:56

2y ago57:56

57:56

Executive Producer at Walt Disney Studios, co-host of Sweet or Savory Podcast, and real-life Disney Princess Alyssa Navarro talks vision boards, life, and expecting the unexpected. AJ Rafael and Alyssa Navarro singing Reflection 05:00 Origins 11:00 Disney Launchpad Incubator Program 19:00 Manifesting 26:00 Balancing life Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee…

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The Power Of Saying NO | Amber Liu 1:39:04

2y ago1:39:04

1:39:04

Singer/Songwriter and 1/4 of Kpop group FX, Amber Liu is back on the pod. Amber's first interview on the pod. 10:00 Life after quarantine 23:00 rekindling creativity Kirby and the Forgotten Land 32:00 Dealing with pressure Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad Mayate Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Produc…

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Growth Is In The Uncomfortable | Kevin Tancharoen 1:19:24

2y ago1:19:24

1:19:24

Dancer / Choreographer turned Filmmaker Kevin Tancharoen discusses how to navigate creativity, without being pigeon-holed. The Brother's Sun on Netflix announcement. 06:00 Origins Britney Spears Onyx Hotel Tour Mortal Combat Rebirth Trailer 18:00 Failure with Fame the remake 25:00 Self-doubt Jabbawockeez Regeneragte (Behind the Mask) 42:00 Book of …

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Be The Change You Want To See | Kevin Kreider 1:01:49

2y ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Model, actor, entrepreneur, and Bling Empire's Kevin Kreider joins Ben and Anthony to talk about navigating America and the entertainment industry as an Asian man. 04:00 Kevin's origins 26:00 Taking Risks Huffington Post video on dating 42:00 Removing the roadblocks to get you to where you want to go 47:00 Change Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recordi…

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Keys To A Powerful Partnership | Bart Kwan & Geo Antoinette Kwan 1:21:41

2y ago1:21:41

1:21:41

Serial entrepreneurs, youtube vloggers, parents, husband and wife duo, and hosts of the Get Close podcast Bart Kwan and Geo Antoinette are on the sofa to talk journey, business, and partnership. 05:00 Origins 19:31 JK Films 23:16 Barbell Brigade 43:50 Working together as a couple 1:02:10 Defining Success Hosts Ben Chung Anthony Lee Recording - Chad…

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Rediscovering Passion Through The Basics | Lawrence Kao 51:33

2y ago51:33

51:33

Actor, Dancer, and writer Lawrence Kao is back. Lawrence's first Kinjaz episode. Watch Wu Assassins on Netflix "Friends & Foes" from the Wu Assasins soundtrack - Choreography The Kinjaz Watch Fistful of Vengence on Netflix 12:00 Back in LA, what's next? Sean Lew's latest Kinjaz interview 26:50 Pandemic discoveries 34:40 Defining Success Hosts Ben C…

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