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We’ve played many games to get to know one another better and test our friendship, but today we’re going even deeper with the card game “Let’s Get Deep”. From ice breaker questions like: “Top sheet or no top sheet?“ to deep end questions like: “What’s your least favorite sex position?”, we find out how much we still don’t know about each other in this episode! _____________________________________...

When Lulu Ge went off birth control, she started experiencing intense health struggles. After an extensive journey, she finally found something that worked when she reconnected with her culture's practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She then created Elix Healing - a treatment for menstrual pain that uses Chinese medicine wisdom and modern medicine approaches. What is TCM's take on cycl...

We had the amazing opportunity to watch “Joy Ride” at South by Southwest and attend the premiere in LA. Both times the movie had us laughing the entire time, but also tearing up at the underlying story of identity and female friendships. Joy Ride is the first of its kind – a film where Asian women get to be raunchy, funny, and imperfect on the big screen.  It is an honor to have Sherry Cola (aka L...

Today, we are going to talk about dining out and social etiquettes when going out. I'll also be joined by a close friend & social butterfly, Tim Hwang! Whether we like it or not, there are certain behaviors and etiquettes you might personally follow AND perhaps check to see if your fellow friends or potential date follow as well. From situations like if a restaurant gets your food wrong, your frie...

Our Significant Others are back with us on the couch (listen here if you missed Part 1!), this time for a little competition to see who knows their partner best. First we play the Newlywed Game, and then we get serious with some questions… about the FUTURE. For those still in the dating stage, what does the timeline for marriage look like? What values are important in the early years of a relation...

Have you ever wondered how your parents raised you versus how you would raise your own children? My mom would tell me these stories about how we were weaned off diapers by the age of 1, that talk about SIDS and safe co-sleeping was not a popular topic of conversation, that we were spanked as a form of discipline, and organic foods? Who needs that! On this episode, I bring my mom, Momma Wu, on to t...

You’ve heard us talk about our first dates, recent fights, and future goals with our Significant Others, but have you ever wondered about their side of the story? Philip, Ray, and Eugene join us today for an extra special episode where they finally get to share their perspectives firsthand. We also get to know each other better through a series of lighthearted and deep questions. Grab your boo, an...

June is Infertility Awareness Month. Around this time last year, I was just beginning my egg-freezing journey. How did I prepare for the experience? Did I take supplements? How did I exercise? Who was my support system? In this episode, I offer a high-level checklist of the key ways that I prepared myself for this significant endeavor. If you're interested in my full story with extensive details,...

It’s been 3 years since we left our corporate jobs to work on ABG full time, and although our work looks very different from those days, there are some perks that we still miss. From benefits, to even just office supplies – what are the parts of working in Corporate that worked for us? Do we miss the “stability” of a corporate career? And, on the flip side, what are we very happy to have left behi...

Today, we’re talking about sex. No, not the juicy details! But the awkward conversation you may or may not have had with your parents (for me, my auntie) about the birds and the bees. Are you feeling awkward yet? haha  In this episode, I also recount how the conversation of sex was brought up and how my mother showed up for me in a way I never expected. __________________________________________ H...

When it comes to conflict with friends and family, it can be difficult to clearly express and elucidate your emotions. Particularly when you factor in cultural differences and generational gaps. Relating Between the Lines (RBTL), a school for relational education, has made it their mission to equip people with the tools they need to navigate these conversations. The co-founders of RBTL, Stephanie...

Today’s guest answers all of life’s burning questions. “I feel like I’ve lost myself. I don’t know who I am anymore. How do I find myself again?” “How do I live a more intentional life?” “I want to be present for my family and make Partner, but how can I do both?” “What are some tactical ways to overcome burnout?” Bea Kim is an Executive & Life Coach who primarily serves working parents, high-pote...

On this podcast, we try to be as open and candid as possible. But realistically, our public persona only represents 5% of our lives. So, we wondered how much your assumptions about us match up with what’s really going on. From our personalities (Is Helen the most outgoing?) to our careers (Is ABG writing another book?) to our future plans (Would we ever move out of LA?) - are your assumptions abou...

This episode is not about trying to convince anyone to meditate, if they aren’t somewhat interested already. I think most people I’ve spoken to don’t need to be sold on meditation and would like to start meditating, but the common hang-ups I hear are: "How do you meditate? Like what is going on when your eyes are closed? What am I supposed to be doing?" and "I've tried meditating before - I've dow...

As a society, we typically eat three meals a day, so nothing brings people together as much as food. Especially GOOD food. Today’s guest is a model turned therapist turned chef - Ronnie Woo, the author of a new cookbook, “Did You Eat Yet?” which celebrates his Asian and American heritage. What should you cook for someone on a 1st date? What dish will help you lock in a relationship? And what makes...

"Bad" Habits. Are they really that bad? In today's episode, I bring on my first guest onto this mini show. You may know her from AsianBossGirl, Helen Wu! We share our most embarrassing habits (who else picks their noses?), the bad habits we do behind closed doors, the habits that annoy us like no other, and the bad habits we were able to transform into good.  What are some habits you're trying to...

One of the most difficult life transitions someone can go through is letting go of a relationship and going through the process of a divorce. It’s a deeply personal journey, so we are extremely grateful that our dear friend Cathy Nguyen is joining us today to share how her experience with divorce has given her a new perspective on motherhood and self-love.  Cathy has been on the ABG podcast before...

Couples often wonder how to maintain their romantic spark after having a baby. HOW DO YOU KEEP THE FIRE GOING?!?! On this week’s episode of Spill the Baby Tea, Helen brings on to the podcast her husband, @wongfuphil, to openly talk about what’s worked for the two of them. Practicing self-care, scheduling in sexaYy time, learning how to be a good teammate, and gutturally laughing about it all when...

In the face of pervasive racism and stereotyping, particularly in recent years, it’s important for all minority communities to stand together in solidarity. On today’s episode, we’ve invited Janine Oda and Ryan Alexander Holmes to sit with us and discuss their experiences growing up Black and Asian. How did their mixed families, and the way that society viewed them, affect their personal cultural...

Whether it's a struggle to hold in or a struggle to push out, there are few things in life as uncomfortable as abnormal poops. On my recent travels abroad to Japan, I faced this very special kind of discomfort > < Listen in as I share my personal experiences, what I learned from research, and also tips from other listeners. What is considered healthy poop? How long should it take for you to go? Is...

We’ve discussed cultural identity many times on this podcast, but today we wanted to put a more personal lens on the topic, and talk about experiences and habits that make us Asian. Going beyond outward appearances, what are ways in which we find comfort and pride in being Asian? Whether it’s celebrating cultural traditions, or realizing that you’re slowly morphing into your grandparents/parents,...

I have never lived alone. Yes, I'm well into my 30's and I always had roommates, housemates...you name it. In my 20's, living with someone was a means to an end (LA rent is expensive!) and I definitely faced some insecurities with this situation. Now, in my 30's living with people comes with both tangible reasons and other benefits I now truly value. Do you live alone or also have roommates? Take...

We’ve reflected on the ups and downs of relationships before, but today we’re specifically going to focus on those small, stupid conflicts that are insignificant in the grand scheme of things, and yet so infuriating in the moment. Whether it’s adjusting to each others’ daily living habits or going through life transitions together, there’s always going to be some things your partner does that anno...

On today’s episode – we are answering some ASSUMPTIONS that people have about moms and being a parent! Isn’t being a stay at home mom like being on vacation? If you WANT a child, doesn’t that mean you should be prepared to take on the responsibilities? Are women really less desirable and sexy ONCE they become moms? Here are a few shortcuts if you’d like to hop to a topic that interests you! [00:59...

Most of us will spend an average of 81,396 hours at work, according to Harvard Business Review. Naturally, you might develop close relationships with the people you’re spending all that time with. Whether it’s bonding over shared interests or just sending each other funny memes to get through the day, it can be very valuable to invest time in your coworkers. Workplace relationships could develop i...