Inside The Rice Cooker

I’m officially saying goodbye to my 20s. In this episode, I’m reflecting on 15 things I’ve learnt about dating, friendships, money, health and just figuring life out. I definitely don’t have life figured out but these are some of the lessons I’m taking with me into my 30s including a few mistakes, some questionable decisions and things I wish I’d learnt earlier. I hope you enjoy this episode, wher...

I don't usually read business books, but Start With Yourself by Emma Grede ended up teaching me so much about life. A few months ago, I felt lost and knew I needed a reset. This book reminded me that no one else is going to create the life I want for me. In this episode, I share the lessons that stuck with me most, from trusting yourself and embracing failure to stepping outside your comfort z...

Growing up Asian in Australia came with a lot of experiences I never really talked about, from bullying and racism to feeling like I had to hide parts of myself just to fit in. In this episode, I share my personal experience of growing up different and how I've slowly learned to embrace my culture. If you've ever felt like you don't belong because of your culture, appearance or backgro...

One of my favourite movies growing up was Suddenly 30 , but I don't exactly feel "30, flirty and thriving". As I get closer to turning 30, I've found myself questioning everything: my career, relationships and whether I'm somehow falling behind in life. In this episode, I share my honest thoughts on ageing, societal expectations and why turning 30 feels so terrifying. P.S. I&...

After a breakup, I spent a year planning my solo trip to Europe. But just weeks before leaving, I found out I was being laid off and a fuel crisis had broken out. What I thought would be just a holiday ended up giving me the space I needed to reset and gain a fresh perspective on life. In this episode, I share the biggest lessons I learned about confidence, loneliness, change and trusting myself a...

After listening to Where Is My Husband? by RAYE, I started to wonder why it resonated with so many people and what that says about modern dating. In this episode, we dive into the Australian dating scene and ask the question we’re all thinking. Is it just me or is everyone else struggling too?

Joy doesn't have to be this big, dramatic thing you chase. In this episode, we're keeping it simple with 8 easy ways to bring a little more of it into your everyday life.

In this episode, we unpack the Great Millennial Career Crisis and why so many of us feel like we're falling behind. We explore why success is happening later, how comparison is distorting what progress really looks like and how to rethink your career without chasing a perfect job. If you're feeling stuck, burnt out or unsure about your next move, this episode is for you.

We all grew up thinking our parents were a little extreme when it came to saving money. Hoarding takeaway containers. Always asking for discounts. Refusing to turn on the aircon. But in today’s cost of living crisis, maybe they weren’t so crazy after all. In this episode, I unpack the top 10 frugal hacks and habits many of us grew up with in Asian households and the deeper story behind them. From...

Welcome to 'Inside the Rice Cooker' Podcast! Inside the 'Rice Cooker', I host raw, unfiltered chats about life’s pressures. We talk about everything from family and identity to dating and money. So pull up a seat and let’s get cooking. Submit your steam release to our IG @insidethericecooker