Youken The Podcast

This week, I’m being real with you. I don’t feel like an entrepreneur anymore. Somewhere along the way, I lost the fire. I’ve been moving slower, second-guessing everything, and honestly… I’ve been lazy. In this episode, I open up about what it feels like when ambition fades, when discipline disappears, and when the things you used to wake up excited for start to feel heavy. If you’ve ever hit a w...

I’m taking you all the way back — to the roots of YOUKEN GROUPS. From launching a record label in Africa with nothing but ambition, to shutting it down and rebuilding it as a full-fledged music company in Canada, I walk you through every major turning point. I’ll break down the values that drive the brand — Leadership, Integrity, and Relationships — and share what they look like in real life, not...

Hi, Im back and here to stay

Launching publishing services in my label, YOUKEN GROUPS

I have worked ( and still working) and planning how this year will go for me. Working hard to achieve my goals and hopefully, I will be able to build a great company with all the investments that I am putting in!

In this electrifying episode of "Youken The Podcast," we sit down with Gilson's, the prodigious music producer from Guatemala, who's making waves in the EDM and Pop scenes. At just 17 years old, Gilson's has not only carved a niche for himself in the competitive world of music production but also founded his own record label, GT RCRDS. Join us as we explore his journey, the c...

Just and update

Let's talk about figuring it out, what's to be done after we are done with the college diploma, and what have we planned?

The feeling of internal pressure and how I deal with it. Song: A New Brand by  @StevenAndolf 

See you in a month for new Season

I woke up fustrated

I had my first experience with a car not working and a weird day of me feeling about myself

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the simple act of expressing appreciation. Yet, this small gesture can have a profound impact on our relationships, mental health, and overall well-being. In this enlightening episode, we delve into the transformative power of appreciation.

Empower your artists

In this heartfelt episode, I delve deep into the raw emotions and experiences surrounding the loss of my beloved uncle. A kind soul who left an indelible mark on my life, his passing led me through a tumultuous journey of grief. While I initially sought solace in alcohol, hoping it would allow me to express my pain, I soon realized that such coping mechanisms can be more harmful than healing. Join...

YOU CAN DO IT! Believe in yourself, I know it's hard but try

Self care is important, while I was working on my project I talk about some real shit that came to my mind.

Went to Cameroon for a week what a blast!

Changes in music industry!

It was tough but sort of necessary to hear from her.

Artists should utilize the internet to educate themselves

In this candid episode, Youken Yan shares his recent struggles with anxiety. With honesty and openness, Youken explores his personal journey, shedding light on the challenges of mental health and the strategies he's been employing to cope. A real and raw conversation on the often overlooked aspects of wellbeing.

In this deeply personal episode of the "Youken" podcast, host Youken Yan gives listeners an intimate look into the highs and lows of being an artist. Titled "Artist's Sickness", the episode explores the struggles that artists, including Youken himself, often face when creating, refining, and releasing their work. Youken shares his own journey of writing, producing, and atte...

Join Youken Yan in this eye-opening episode as he pulls back the curtain on the world of podcasting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the journey of creating the Youken podcast, from the conception of episode ideas to the final edits. Youken shares the unique challenges he faces, his process for overcoming them, and the remarkable rewards that come with connecting to listeners worldwide.

How I have been feeling about my voice