Messie Minds

HAPPY NOVEMBER - can you believe it?! The year is almost over. Here's a look into what's on this week's episode. "Girl math" is not a recognized or legitimate concept in mathematics or any academic field. Neither is boy math nor corporate math. But heck, it sure does make a great way to justify impulsive spending behaviours or poke fun at nonsensical decisions or logics of me...

In today's world, self-discovery is a challenging journey, accentuated by the weight of societal values and the eldest daughter syndrome. 😅 The "eldest daughter" often bears the burden of family expectations, which can lead to an identity crisis. 🙆‍♀️ Balancing personal aspirations with cultural norms can be a struggle. To truly discover oneself, individuals must break free from th...

Hello, this is part two of last week's episode. So if you haven't already, make sure you go back and listen to part one! In this rather unhinged episode of Messie Minds, we embark on a entertaining journey with guest hosts Eric Huynh and Kevin Lam, the dynamic duo behind the popular "Bunch of Bananas" podcast from the UK. Together with Jessie and Mary, they delve deep into the rich tapestry of cul...

In this rather unhinged episode of Messie Minds, we embark on a entertaining journey with guest hosts Eric Huynh and Kevin Lam, the dynamic duo behind the popular "Bunch of Bananas" podcast from the UK. Together with Jessie and Mary, they delve deep into the rich tapestry of cultural differences between the United Kingdom and Australia while shedding light on the Asian diaspora experienc...

Hey lovely people! We wanted to drop you a quick line and let you know that we're taking a chill two-week break to recharge our podcasting batteries and come back swinging with even more episodes for you! During this mini hiatus, you won't find any new episodes dropping. But don't worry, we're not just lounging around. We're cooking up some seriously cool content behind the sce...

Join us for an eye-opening episode as co-hosts Mary and Jessie sit down with their classmate, Patrick Ong, to explore the exhilarating journey of navigating adulthood in your twenties. In this candid and enlightening conversation, Patrick shares his life vision and intentions, offering valuable insights from a male perspective on the rocky waters of early adulthood. From career aspirations to pers...

If you’re not a numbers person, finance can be a really daunting subject. Financial literacy is not something that your every person is blessed with. However, fear not! It’s never to late to start learning about to manage your finances. Whilst on Messie Minds, the girls quite often share their tricks on how they manage to snag a bargain or save where possible, they don’t quite fully understand how...

Another week on our thought-provoking podcast! In this episode, we're boldly venturing into the world of public sex, PDA, and the intricate connection between sexual pleasure, shame, guilt, and the stifling of open discussions about intimacy. Growing up Asian Australian, it's probably safe to say we're not the only ones who feel a bit awkies talking about sex and intimacy. We hope to u...

Come join us this week as we explore the kaleidoscope of human experiences through literature, art and conversations. Shirley Le joins cohosts Jessie and Mary on a journey of untangling societal and cultural threads and uncovering the beauty of shared stories. Shirley shares her reflection on how clean eating and culture played a part in learning to accept and love herself. Get ready to for a peep...

Regret can shape our lives in unexpected ways. Dive into the intricacies of human emotions. Inspired by Japanese author Toshikazu Kawaguchi's books, join Mary and Jessie on this week's episode as they explore the themes of love, regret, and the complexities of time. Listen now to gain a fresh perspective on the impact of regret and how reflection can guide you towards a brighter future, es...

Natalia Naa is changing lives with her photography by helping women love their bodies and build confidence in her art form. In our latest podcast episode, we interview Natalia Naa about how her creativity and self-love journey inspire her work and empower her clients. She chats to the girls about how important it is to make sure that you are existing in physical prints to celebrate yourself as an...

Have you ever experienced complete madness and solitude? Jessie certainly has. Throughout the month of May, she embarked on an incredible journey, ticking off a bucket list item by travelling to Hong Kong on her own. On the latest podcast, Jessie shares all of her life lessons, giving insight into what it was like to travel solo and embrace the unknown. Both Mary and Jessie are transitioning into...

Meet Russel Perdio - a young man under 30 who has overcome immense obstacles and setbacks to humbly and successfully reach success. Russel is a business development manager in finance, a father of two young children and a loving husband. He did not have the traditional educational path or career track, but this has never held him back. With grit and determination, Russel achieved his goals and bec...

Your late twenties: A time for growth, discomfort, and realignment. This stage in life may seem daunting, but it's the perfect time to develop into the person you want to be. From love and relationships to career paths, the possibilities are endless. Join us as we explore the power of discomfort and realignment in our own lives and we wrap up the season. LINKS ⁠⁠Mary's Viet Music Spotify P...

Most people end up in jobs they're not that excited about whilst others might require a little more than that . As if your early adulthood isn't difficult enough as it is already, but having to face the fact that what you studied at university isn't exactly what you envisioned or that you can't actually land a fulltime job. So what now? This week, we invited Brenda back to chat to...

This episode is dedicated to Michelle's beloved daughter Alaska, who would have been 3 years old at the time of this recording. There is no foot too small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world and we will always remember her. Please note that we do talk about death, suicide and depression in this episode, which we know can be distressing. So if you need resources or support go to beyon...

Brenda Van is no stranger to the internet. She's the type of girl who takes on any opportunity that arises with two hands and turns it into something she can monetize. Despite working a corporate 9-5 job in marketing, running several side businesses to help others in the corporate world, Brenda still manages to find time to create content and host the most sought after singles mixer and dating...

Have you ever felt confused about your identity especially when people ask you for your nationality, then you answer with Australian and they respond with "No, like where did you come from?" Because we definitely struggle with that identity crisis, especially when returning home to the motherland and they turn around and call you a " Việt kiều". So, what are we really? We thoug...

Hello guys and girls! It's been one of those weeks again, long time no chat kinda vibes y'know? So we thought why not sit down and catch up and update on our lives so far for the first quarter of 2023. Grab a cup of coffee, tea, a glass of wine if you will and strap yourselves in for girl chat.  But also, we're going to unpack the gruesome murder of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi. #truecrimefa...

In light of Jessie's absence this week, I invited my bestie Kelly to come and join me on the podcast and boy, was it the best idea ever or what? I thought it would be fun for us to discuss a range of different topics from forums and group pages such as the infamous Melbourne Gal Pals. So on this week's episode, we dive into "Am I the asshole?" situations and discuss.  Your twenties is one of...

Graduating university, starting your career, getting married, buying a house and starting a family. This seems to be the ‘conventional‘ rite of passage set in stone for women.  These social values are still being upheld by the older generation and their feelings of righteousness to pry into quite personal aspects of a person’s life, often leaving a lot of people feeling like they have no choi...

You've probably landed here because 1) you thought Fooligan Kevs was a real person or 2) because you're interested in the real comic genius behind the character. Well, either way you've come to find out who and why he exists. This week on the show, Jessie and Mary sit down with Jaemie Dela Pena to discuss who she is outside of her many personas and how she came to find Fooligan Kevs. JDP is an ext...

This week's episode is a special one because we had the opportunity to collaborate with such an honorary guest. Not only did we successfully slide into his DMs, he also made the flight down to Melbourne to be with us.  This week the Messie Minds girls sit down to unpack with Sydney's viral sensation Fooligan Kevs to discuss his music career and new music release "AZN E$hays".   The girls...

This week, the girls sit down and unpack their 6 weeks apart from each other and the realisations that they have come to upon venturing out into the world. Has Mary & Jessie's mindset for 2023 changed? What is in and out for 2023? Did Mary really not follow her partner back on social media for over 3 years?! Find out on this week's episode.  LINKS Mary's Viet Music Spotify Playlist - almo...

This week we sit down with Robert Pham, a Melbournian bred actor who's appeared on shows such as Neighbours, ABC's short TV series Hungry Ghosts and Waves.  Growing up Asian Australian, meant that Robert had to endure the pressures and expectations that many of us have with our Asian parents. Robert decided to go against the grain and follow his heart pursuing a humble career in acting. ...