Work Hard, Cry Never

What happens when the world outside—and sometimes even the family inside—fails to protect you? In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Jasmin and Kim share personal stories of racism, sexism, and the exhausting double bind of being Asian women. From “compliments” that cut, to workplace bias, to the heartbreak of silence within their own families, Jasmin and Kim unpack the invisible weight of microag...

In this raw and vulnerable episode, Jaz and Kim open up about the painful reality of growing up in homes where safety wasn’t guaranteed—because the very people meant to protect them were also the ones causing harm. From discipline that crossed the line, to the silence that followed, to the complicated love we still carry for our parents—this conversation dives into the unspoken truths of immigrant...

In this episode of Work Hard, Cry Never, Jasmin and Kim dive into the messy line between protecting your peace and shutting people out. Growing up in households where “no” felt like disrespect, boundaries were never modeled for us—so as adults, we’re left figuring it out on our own. Through raw personal stories, we unpack what happens when boundaries aren’t respected, how gaslighting complicates f...

Why does lighter skin still carry so much weight in our families, our cultures, and our beauty standards? In this episode, Kim and Jasmin dive deep into the roots of colorism — from class systems in Asia to the lasting impact of colonization and Western media. Through personal stories of being told to “stay out of the sun,” pressured to use whitening products, and feeling erased by the images arou...

Doctor. Lawyer. The “acceptable” career paths many of us grew up hearing about. In this episode, we get real about the unspoken pressures Asian kids face when it comes to careers. From family expectations and cultural sacrifices, to aunties asking if we’re “still in school,” we share our own stories of guilt, rebellion, and choosing happiness over tradition. It’s time to talk about what success re...

Episode 2 dives into the chaotic world of managing at Lordstrom, where fast-paced floors, strict expectations, and office politics test even the most driven leaders. The hosts share personal stories of rapid promotions, impossible days, unforgettable customer moments, and the toll of burnout that led them to walk away. Listen for honest reflections on leadership, workplace culture, resilience, and...

In our very first episode of Work Hard, Cry Never, we’re rewinding to the beginning — how two ambitious women juggling full-time jobs and real-life pressure ended up working the sales floor at the department store that rhymes with Lordstrom. We’re talking first-day chaos, commission checks that gave us whiplash, missed lunch breaks, and those stockroom breakdowns that hit way too hard. Retail was...