asian, like me...

What if the thing that's been holding you back isn't fear — it's your refusal to make a mess? In this rich, honest, and deeply relatable conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Selena Rezvani — Wall Street Journal bestselling author, leadership speaker, and Forbes-named premier expert on self-advocacy at work. They go off the stage together, getting under the hood of Selena's Pakistani upbringi...

Episode Description What does it mean to enhance — not erase — who you are? In this warm, honest, and deeply inspiring conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Kelly Zhang — celebrity makeup artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Kelly Zhang Agency — for a live, in-person recording that feels like two old friends finally having the conversation they've always meant to have. Kelly came to the U.S....

If you're a high achiever who is always on, always anticipating what's next, and always saying yes — this episode is for you. In this solo episode, Dr. Sohee Jun gets real about burnout, people pleasing, and the one thing most high achievers forget to factor in: the mental and emotional energy cost of everything they say yes to. She reframes what boundaries actually are — not rigid rules that leav...

Episode Description What if the problem you've been trying to solve isn't the real problem at all? In this rich and deeply personal conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Bonnie Wan — life strategist, brand strategist of 30 years, and author of The Life Brief: A Playbook for No Regrets Living. Bonnie is someone Dr. Sohee chased down after seeing her speak at a conference, and once you hear thi...

Episode Description What does it cost to be the child of immigrants — and what does it give you? In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Sohee Jun shares a story she has never told quite like this before. It begins with a little girl emptying trash cans in corporate office buildings at night, rehearsing what she would say if anyone from school ever saw her. It ends with her daughter watching her...

What happens when you were raised to stay quiet — and then find yourself in a boardroom that demands you speak up? In this powerful follow-up conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down again with Selena Yuan — one of the most downloaded guests in Asian, Like Me history — for a live Q&A that gets raw, real, and deeply practical. Selena is a senior corporate executive and Chinese immigrant who has sp...

Are you running today’s life with yesterday's operating system? In this episode, we’re diving deep into a question that every high-performing professional eventually hits: “What does success look like in this season of my life?” Often, we find ourselves "mired" in the busy—doing too much, saying yes to everything, and operating out of "conditioned actions" that no longer serve us. For many of us i...

In a world that often views being "the only" as a barrier, we are flipping the script. What if the very thing that makes you an outlier is actually your greatest source of leverage? In this conversation of “ asian, like me... ,” I sit down with Angela Chee , author of The Power of the Only , keynote speaker, and a trailblazer who has spent her career navigating spaces where she was often the first...

In celebration of Women’s History Month, this conversation of asian, like me…, goes beyond surface-level advice to explore the mindsets that high-performing Asian women often follow unconsciously, and how these patterns can quietly limit growth, influence, and impact. From the pressures of people - pleasing, perfectionism, and the fear of being visible, to the constant push to overachieve, we unco...

What happens when two Asian American women refuse to wait for permission to tell their stories? In this episode of asian like me, Dr. Sohee Jun speaks with Renee and Ann, co-leaders of TeachAAPI, about building a national education movement rooted in empowerment through storytelling, Asian entrepreneurship, and community-led innovation. With backgrounds in finance, brand strategy, and consumer ins...

What if the pressure to start fresh in January is the very thing that keeps us misaligned? In this episode, I’m sharing why I’ve stopped forcing January to be about goals, vision boards, and having it all figured out—and why February has become the true beginning of my year. By honoring winter rhythms, rest, and spaciousness, I’ve found a more aligned way to re-emerge with clarity and intention. I...

I’m in conversation with Dr. Soni, a physician-leader working at the intersection of patient care and public health policy, about what it means to design healthcare systems that actually work for the people they’re meant to serve. From exam rooms to executive decision-making, Dr. Soni brings a grounded perspective on how care is experienced — and how it can be improved. We explore how Covered Cali...

Welcome to 2026—and a different kind of drop-in episode. No guest today. Just you and me. In this vulnerable solo kickoff, I’m sharing the truth about the year I lived in 2025: the over-performing, the relentless “yes,” and the moment burnout brought me to my knees. I’m pulling back the curtain on what high-achieving women rarely say out loud: how “success” can still feel like depletion… and how m...

I’m in conversation with Hoai Scott, a Senior Vice President, people leader, and Vietnamese refugee whose story invites us to rethink what power, success, and integrity actually look like. Together, we trace her journey from surviving and striving to leading from a place of grounded wholeness—where her values, choices, and leadership style all align. We talk about what it means to stop shape-shift...

I'm in conversation with Lorraine Lee, a speaker, author, and LinkedIn Learning instructor whose journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship redefines what it means to own your career. We explore how she went from being a “hardworking, overlooked employee” to becoming the CEO of her own path—building visibility, presence, and confidence along the way. Lorraine opens up about the lessons...

I'm in conversation with Sherrlene—a modern Asian woman, entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker whose story challenges not just stereotypes but the binary boxes culture tries to place us in. Key Themes & Takeaways: Redefining Identity, Layer by Layer: Sherrlene opens up about what it was like to grow up as a half-Korean, half-African American woman—never “enough” of either, yet ultimately embracin...

What happens when success still feels empty? In this transformative episode of asian, like me..., Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with therapist, author, and digital mental health expert Israa Nasir to unpack the silent epidemic of toxic productivity among high-achieving women—especially those from immigrant and Asian backgrounds. Israa Nasir, the author of Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotio...

In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Susanna Peace Lovell, author of "Your True Self is Enough Lessons Learned On My Journey Parenting a Child with Autism" for a raw conversation about motherhood, cultural identity, and finding joy amidst life's greatest challenges. Susanna shares her powerful journey raising her daughter Arizona, who has multiple diagnoses including autism...

In this profound conversation, of "asian, like me..." host Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Angela Cheng-Cimini, former Chief Human Resources Officer at Harvard Business Publishing, who made the courageous decision to step away from her career pinnacle after 30 years in HR. Prompted by witnessing friends diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Angela shares her journey of redefining success beyond corporate...

In this powerful episode of " asian, like me... " Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Selena Yuan, a global talent development leader, to explore her journey of self-advocacy, embracing her greatness, and stepping into courageous conversations. From moving to the U.S. in her early twenties to becoming a respected voice in leadership and workplace dynamics, Selena shares the pivotal moments that shaped he...

In this intentional episode of " asian, like me... " Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Eva Lin, a top-selling real estate agent year after year who transformed childhood criticism into remarkable success. Eva shares her journey from being told she "wasn't good enough" to becoming Pasadena's leading realtor and a role model for her daughters. The conversation explores how Eva worked three jobs to fund h...

In this compelling episode of " asian, like me... " host Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Zeena Koda, co-founder of Asian American Collective and seasoned entertainment marketing executive. Their candid conversation dives deep into the distinction between performative advocacy and meaningful action, exploring how genuine community-building often emerges from necessity rather than branding opportunitie...

In this layered episode of " asian, like me... " Dr. Sohee Jun welcomes Jerry Won, the first Asian male guest on the podcast. As a keynote speaker, personal branding expert, and founder of Dear Asian Americans, Jerry shares his journey from corporate life to becoming a champion for Asian American storytelling. Jerry reveals how losing his job in 2019 became the catalyst for creating content that a...

In this enlightening episode of " asian, like me... " Dr. Sohee Jun welcomes Jessica Chen, global communication expert, author, and speaker who has taught over 2 million people how to sharpen their business communication skills. Jessica shares insights from her bestselling book "Smart Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons," which empowers professionals raised with "quiet c...

In this inspiring episode of " asian, like me... ", Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Clarissa Reformina, a dynamic Filipina creative executive in the music industry. Through their authentic conversation, they explore how Clarissa Reformina's immigrant experience, cultural heritage, and passion for music guided her remarkable journey from freshman intern to industry powerhouse. Clarissa Reformina share...