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This is The Durian Pod: 🎙️ Dive into the extraordinary stories of success, against societal odds with The Durian Pod. Hosted by David Pham, Jasper Lynn, and Hedy Yu, this video podcast brings you inspiring stories of individuals who defied the norm and soared to the top in their industries. 🌟 Discover the secrets to their triumphs and raw hardships, rooted in their minority backgrounds and driven by unwavering determination. From heartfelt conversations about upbringing to navigating unchart ...
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Brandon Soohoo: Martial Arts, Defining Roles as a Child Actor & Redefining His Own Image
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LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-durian-pod/id1709030054 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0IaysKRix5svq0UaNRTVb4 FOLLOW https://www.instagram.com/thedurianpod https://twitter.com/thedurianpod https://www.tiktok.com/@thedurianpod?_t=8huYRzTOEaA&_r=1 OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR: https://www.hexclad.com/ LEARN MO…
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JOHN PARK: struggles of an LA MURALIST through Ai, staying relevant, and his own culture
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LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-durian-pod/id1709030054 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0IaysKRix5svq0UaNRTVb4 FOLLOW https://www.instagram.com/thedurianpod https://twitter.com/thedurianpod https://www.tiktok.com/@thedurianpod?_t=8huYRzTOEaA&_r=1 OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR: https://www.hexclad.com/ LEARN MO…
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SOSUPERSAM: From Dancer to DJ Queen: Her Discovery, Defining the R&B Scene in LA and 143 🎧
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In this unforgettable melodic episode, SOSUPERSAM, a name synonymous with LA's R&B renaissance, takes us on a journey from backup dancer to DJ queen, changing the music scene one track at a time. 🎧✨ Dive into the start of 143 Radio, curated vibes and dominating as a female Asian DJ that set the tone of LA’s music scene. Sam's story isn't just about…
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KAZUMI: Her Unapologetic Path to Success, Creating Community within her OF Empire, and Dominance in the Adult Entertainment Space 🌟
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🌟 We're rolling out the red carpet for Kazumi, an Asian American adult entertainer, marketing genius, and a trailblazer who's unapologetically crafting her path to empire-building. From couch surfing to commanding the adult entertainment space and taking viral marketing to new heights, Kazumi's journey is anything but conventional. 🌶️ FOLLOW us as …
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Vanessa Dew: Kombucha Queen's Split from Pharma, Stereotyped in a Boardroom & Her Healthade Journey
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Embark on an inspiring journey with Vanessa Dew as she trades her pharma career for a true calling amidst the lush green world of entrepreneurship. 🍃 In this heartwarming episode of the Durian Pod, Vanessa opens up about the daring leap of faith that led her to co-found Healthade Kombucha, a multimillion-dollar brand that's fermenting success natio…
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Director Adele Lim: Dropping Crazy Rich Asians, Directing Joyride, the power of Mahjong and Dumplings, Becoming a Force in Hollywood
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Adele Lim, Director, Writer and Producer gained widespread recognition for co-writing the screenplay for the blockbuster film "Crazy Rich Asians" - her work on this movie was lauded for its portrayal of contemporary Asian culture and its success in breaking barriers for representation in Hollywood. Lim is also recognized for her advocacy for inclus…
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Founder Jing Gao: Running her Chili Oil Empire, being shoved out her restaurant and bouncing back - Fly by Jing
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Jing Gao, the founder of Fly by Jing, joins TDP! She is a culinary entrepreneur celebrated for her artisanal Sichuan cuisine. Fly by Jing, has gained widespread acclaim for its premium, handcrafted sauces and spices that bring authentic Chinese flavors to kitchens worldwide. Known for her expertise in creating bold and flavorful products, Jing Gao …
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Cole Walliser: One Way Ticket from Canada, Getting Sponsored at 14, and becoming Director of Glambot
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Cole Walliser was already a multi-hyphenate when he moved to LA from Canada; he danced, wrote, and more, switching between his various skills to pay his bills while pursuing his dreams in the City of Stars. Cole is best known for directing celebrities on the red carpet for slo-mo video portraits for Glambot, but also works on other projects, includ…
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Marvel Director Chase Conley: On losing friends over Sobriety, why finishing the job means getting chosen, Miles Morales, and forgetting how he met Jasper, twice.
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Chase is now the Episodic Director at Marvel Animation Studios working on X-Men 97', but got his start copying pages from the comic books his grandpa would get him in town. This led him on an incredible journey from being offered a job at Marvel at 19 (and turning it down), moving to Korea while working as a comic illustrator, and more, and being s…
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Celebrity Chef Dafne Mejia: Getting fired by Drake, ending up on Hell's Kitchen, and becoming a celebrity chef
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Celebrity Chef Dafne Mejia is best known for being the Runner-up on Hell's Kitchen, Season 21. She has since jumped to heights of the culinary world, becoming a private chef for Celebrities and Billionaires alike and is an active presence on Social Media with her Italian and Honduran inspired recipes. 0:06 Intro 0:43 Welcoming Dafne to the Pod! 3:0…
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