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Jessica Woo is a viral content creator, cookbook author, and mother of three known for her creative, culturally inspired bento box lunches. A pioneer in short-form food content, she’s been featured by outlets like Good Morning America, Teen Vogue, and The LA Times. Beyond food, Jessica is a passionate advocate for equality, inclusion, and AANHPI cultural pride, using her platform to inspire and uplift her community.
Connect with Jessica Woo!
https://www.instagram.com/sulheejessica
https://www.threads.com/@sulheejessica
https://www.tiktok.com/@sulheejessica
https://www.youtube.com/@SulheeJessica
https://www.facebook.com/sulheejessica
https://www.snapchat.com/add/jessifluff
Get The Woo Blend Here!
https://www.josu.co/products/woo-bundle
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
1:13 - Meet Jessica Woo, AKA the Bento Box Queen
4:27 - How she created her own seasoning salt, The Woo Blend
7:01 - Jessica talks about her kids’ ethnicities and their fathers’ backgrounds
7:58 - Jessica reflects on her career before social media and becoming a stay-at-home mom
11:08 - Jessica discusses her experience in photography and social media marketing
15:00 - Jessica’s advice for people in 9-to-5 jobs who want to start creating content
17:57 - Jessica shares the story behind her first viral TikTok video with 40M views
21:48 - How she began receiving requests from various media outlets
24:19 - How viral videos affect algorithm reach and follower growth on TikTok
26:42 - Jessica’s advice on starting from zero as a content creator: be consistent and create with passion
28:50 - How she films and edits her videos
32:44 - Why she chooses to speak out publicly on political topics
36:00 - Recent political issues she has publicly addressed
37:36 - How she built her online community
39:48 - How Jessica’s reach and audience have remained consistent over the past five years
42:19 - Collaborating with the NFL, WWE, and The Roast of Tom Brady
44:10 - Strategy of integrating movie quotes, sports, and pop culture to diversify her content
45:01 - Does Jessica feel secure about her audience, or does she view it as temporary?
45:59 - How Jessica landed collaborations with the NFL, Netflix, and other major brands
47:59 - Jessica names other creators she follows and draws inspiration from
49:05 - How Jessica connects with and builds relationships with other creators
51:13 - How she became friends with Kamala Harris' niece, Castcade, Marshmello, and Meghan Trainor
52:40 - Go-to apps and tools for video editing
54:01 - Why she thinks the iPhone 11 has the best camera quality of all versions
54:59 - How her content differs across TikTok, Instagram, Threads, YouTube, and Snapchat
59:16 - Does Jessica create long-form YouTube videos or stick to YouTube Shorts?
1:01:10 - Threads vs. Twitter
1:02:30 - Recent posting volume on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads
1:04:40 - Experience joining Gordon Ramsay's Idiot Sandwich YouTube series
1:06:39 - Asking her exes about her best and worst qualities as a partner
1:11:05 - Relationship with her ex’s mother
1:12:23 - Jessica discusses using the dating app Hinge to meet people
1:14:18 - How transparent she is about her work and relationships with her children
1:15:32 - Jessica emphasizes the importance of communication with her children
1:23:11 - Jessica explains why transparency and open communication with parents matter
1:28:15 - Jessica’s advice to Andy about handling his parents’ subtle jabs
1:30:52 - Jessica shares the answers from her exes in her viral Threads post
1:36:44 - Jessica talks about hanging out with friends and sometimes with her sisters
1:37:16 - Jessica’s recent life discoveries
1:38:11 - Jessica’s goals for the next 6 months
1:38:40 - Jessica shares her parenting approach and how she balances strictness with openness
1:39:51 - Jessica talks about how her sisters bond with her and her children
1:41:57 - Connect with Jessica
1:43:14 - Jessica talks about her use of Snapchat and its potential for creators
1:44:05 - Outro
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Jennifer (Vegan Tech Nomad) is a tech and productivity creator known for her unhinged tracking: 24/7 time tracking, aesthetic data dashboards, finance spreadsheets, and more. When she’s not dreaming up of new Notion templates, you can find her at a delicious vegan restaurant, traveling, or training for another marathon.
Connect with Jennifer!
https://instagram.com/vegantechnomad
https://www.youtube.com/@vegantechnomad
https://twitter.com/jenniferchou25
https://www.tiktok.com/@vegantechnomad
https://www.pinterest.ca/vegantechnomad
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chouyic
Creator templates: https://chaotic-creator.beehiiv.com/c/creator-templates
Content business tech stack: https://www.notion.so/Content-business-tech-stack-7112518bd7d5403f8fc78a8af109f374?pvs=21
Productivity tools she use: https://www.notion.so/Productivity-tools-I-use-005b5acdbba5418ab6b96675587e4465?pvs=21
Productivity newsletter: https://vegantechnomad.beehiiv.com
Business newsletter: https://chaotic-creator.beehiiv.com
Storefront: https://vegantechnomad.lemonsqueezy.com
CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Intro
0:58 – Meet Jennifer
2:29 – Running routine
4:59 – How she became a content creator
6:06 – Making $6K in one day with her course launch
6:58 – $299 ADHD life-tracking course
9:15 – Choosing Xperiencify for hosting her course
10:25 – Managing DMs
11:39 – Audience demographics
12:17 – How viral videos boosted her following
15:24 – Lead magnets for email opt-ins
16:19 – Testing hooks
18:32 – Revenue breakdown: TikTok vs. Instagram vs. YouTube
19:25 – Using TikTok to test content ideas
20:43 – Posting frequency on TikTok & Instagram
21:50 – $299 vs. $2,000 courses
25:18 – Why her $299 course outsold her $2K course
27:59 – Payment methods for her online course
28:33 – Driving traffic to her landing page
29:32 – Funnel conversion rates + sales data
31:47 – $13.6K revenue from her first cohort
34:04 – Email marketing vs. social media for sales
35:35 – Building a 10k+ email list
36:40 – Newsletter strategy
40:05 – Plans to grow her YouTube channel
42:02 – Fixing and optimizing her sales funnels
43:21 – Daily planning with ABC prioritization
45:00 – How she organizes content files
46:59 – Using ICE scoring to prioritize projects
48:36 – ‘Vibe check’ system in her life-tracking course
50:23 – Tracking daily activities and habits
52:43 – Measuring success by finishing one key task
54:31 – Her time/energy audit course
58:04 – When she started journaling + self-tracking
59:42 – Tracking time via her phone
1:03:26 – How journaling & therapy helped her grow
1:06:35 – Tracking relationships and friendships
1:08:04 – Her tracker marked her ex as a ‘Dislike’
1:09:01 – Tracking cry counts, habits, and emotions
1:11:11 – Marathon training data
1:11:38 – Does she have ADHD?
1:12:13 – Giving an LA-born friend a city tour
1:12:56 – Why she went vegan
1:15:12 – Using AI to analyze journal
1:17:34 – Organizing her content ideas
1:19:09 – Her ‘day in the life’ breakdown
1:20:17 – Last month’s life-tracking data
1:21:37 – Social interactions and relationship tracking
1:23:14 – How she travelled for 8 months while building her business
1:24:09 – Reading communication books
1:26:25 – Turning old newsletters into video ideas
1:27:25 – Setting up her newsletter + onboarding
1:29:54 – Doing what she loves over chasing money
1:31:34 – Hiring a $6K coach for her course launch
1:35:56 – Hitting 60% open rates on newsletters
1:37:19 – Her zodiac animal and ethnicity
1:37:58 – Weekly relationship check-ins
1:39:44 – Talking about her boyfriend
1:41:30 – Earning $6K in a day with just 70k followers
1:42:17 – Andy’s life-tracking data since 2021
1:45:45 – Andy’s running and self-tracking habits
1:46:45 – Friends who track dating and supplements
1:47:54 – Andy’s daily routine checklist
1:51:26 – Phone apps for blocking social media
1:53:45 – Jennifer’s recent life discoveries
1:54:50 – Her goals for the next 6 months
1:56:28 – Where to connect with Jennifer
1:57:06 – Meaning behind ‘vegantechnomad’
1:58:16 – Outro
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Sebastian Siegel is a British-American filmmaker, actor, author, and speaker. He directed the 2021 film Grace and Grit, based on Ken Wilber's book, exploring themes of love and spirituality. Siegel has acted in various TV shows and movies and writes on consciousness and personal growth. His work often blends philosophy and psychology, focusing on the human condition.
Connect with Sebastian Siegel!
instagram.com/sebastiansiegel1
x.com/sebastiansiegel
Visit his Website to learn more!
deeplyconscious.com
Watch his Youtube Series: The Eight Questions
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrsuqkj6LGLWyYzTyceEsjJoVeeJMl_qJ&si=Syp2iceWyg2FWdP3
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
1:58 - Meet Sebastian Siegel
2:34 - Sebastian discusses his work in psychology, filmmaking, and lucid dreaming
6:05 - Sebastian talks about his perspective on lucid dreaming and the benefits of escapism in people’s lives
13:28 - Sebastian shares his method for guiding lucid experiences using archetypal keys to access deeper energies
16:28 - Sebastian shares how he manages tough bouts and his awareness during challenges
20:53 - Sebastian talks about the value of challenges and the growth they foster
22:13 - Is social media keeping us from being present, or is it an inevitable part of our human experience?
26:36 - Sebastian shares his experience working with couples for over 15 years
32:01 - Sebastian explains how working with couples has shaped what he looks for in relationships
34:51 - Sebastian talks about the importance of tone and emotion in communication within relationships
36:26 - Sebastian discusses authenticity and intent when inviting friends into one’s life
39:00 - Sebastian shares his experience meeting Ken Wilber for the first time
40:38 - Sebastian reflects on how the life cycle of a flower, mirrors human evolution
42:15 - Sebastian discusses the relationship between earning money and creativity
44:32 - Sebastian talks about balancing certainty and uncertainty in life
46:29 - Sebastian shares his perspective on Andy’s financial challenges
47:57 - Sebastian emphasizes the importance of being playful, present, and trusting the process of growth
51:53 - Sebastian reflects on a movie clip featuring Jerry Seinfeld, highlighting the idea that anything can happen in life
53:34 - Sebastian talks about the importance of being comfortable alone and the paradox of love and independence
1:00:10 - Sebastian shares how he handles going to social events
1:04:04 - Is it hypocritical to enjoy material things while knowing you don’t need them to be happy?
1:08:44 - Sebastian explains why he views money as a puzzle
1:09:42 - Sebastian discusses why he believes self-made people tend to be more fearless
1:10:49 - Sebastian talks about energy management, presence, and the importance of meaningful engagement
1:15:31 - Sebastian shares how he responds to messages, invitations, and stays connected with people
1:17:24 - Sebastian’s recent life discoveries
1:20:39 - Sebastian’s goal for the next six months
1:23:00 - Connect with Sebastian
1:23:30 - Sebastian’s YouTube series: The Eight Questions
1:25:26 - Outro
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Nancy is a Gen Alpha beauty content creator from Sydney known for her viral videos, including one that hit 7 million views. She shares beauty tips, skincare advice, and makeup tutorials while managing brand collabs and PR deals.
Connect with Nancy!
https://www.instagram.com/dear.jiayii
CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Intro
0:45 – Meet Nancy
1:52 – Her content creation journey
2:59 – How a 7M-view video changed everything
4:33 – What keeps her motivated
5:22 – Types of beauty content she makes
5:42 – Andy asks for pimple tips
6:02 – Where she gets content ideas
6:29 – Reposting IG content to TikTok
7:09 – Filming routine & content planning
7:39 – Organizing video ideas
8:15 – Post-graduation plans
8:45 – How a drama inspired her to consider becoming a flight attendant
9:34 – Fave K-pop groups like BTS
10:18 – Why she’s no longer into NewJeans
10:59 – K-pop concerts she’s attended
11:56 – Andy’s DPR Ian story
13:09 – Her TikTok feed & fave creators
13:55 – Makeup artist rates
15:00 – Filming/editing workflow
15:56 – Using AI voiceovers
16:42 – Hobbies outside content creation
16:52 – Weird DMs from older guys
18:09 – Getting recognized in public
18:39 – Meeting Felix’s sister from Stray Kids
19:51 – Fave Sydney spots & karaoke hangouts
21:59 – Chinese language & family background
23:48 – Thoughts on Jennie & Lisa’s Coachella set
25:10 – Marrying rich or becoming a housewife?
25:39 – Flight attendant dreams at 20
26:28 – Religion in Chinese culture
27:03 – HSC & school subjects
27:47 – Creating content while in high school
28:36 – Other young creators in Sydney
29:56 – Networking with local creators
32:12 – High school friend group dynamics
32:54 – Strict parents & curfews
34:49 – Social media growth journey
36:01 – Getting free PR products
37:30 – $400 worth of free Temu stuff
39:05 – Upcoming brand deals
39:51 – Handling brand approvals
41:26 – How she reached out for PR deals
41:44 – Scoring an $800 paid PR gig
42:15 – Negotiating video rates
43:30 – Skin condition chat
43:58 – Lightning Ridge trip stories
44:48 – Differences between school and family friends
46:10 – Being the only Gen Alpha creator in Sydney
46:52 – Recent life lessons
47:35 – Study routine & habits
48:22 – Snapchat location sharing
49:44 – Gen Alpha mental health & socials
50:38 – Platforms Gen Alpha prefers
50:59 – 743-day Snapchat streak
51:57 – Messaging apps Gen Alpha uses
52:41 – Why they avoid Facebook
53:31 – YouTube content habits
55:20 – 6-month personal goals
55:53 – What content drives growth
56:36 – Viral video stats
57:27 – Fast vs slow viral growth on IG
57:58 – Most viral content = tips
58:37 – $800 post got 50k views
59:22 – Studying other creators’ strategies
1:00:25 – Nancy’s natural marketing skills
1:01:09 – Why she avoids using her own voice
1:02:05 – From hiding to showing her face
1:02:53 – Handling hate comments
1:03:59 – IG notification chaos
1:05:02 – Connect with Nancy
1:05:19 – Story behind her IG handle
1:07:05 – Easter Show expenses
1:07:47 – Casual job plans despite content creation
1:08:33 – Getting recognized by mutuals
1:10:05 – Clubbing content on socials
1:10:33 – Thoughts on smoking, vaping, drugs
1:12:59 – Dealing with shade from classmates
1:14:57 – How she prepped for this podcast
1:18:20 – Short attention span test
1:20:08 – Andy’s story about Felix’s sister
1:20:41 – Ice Bucket Challenge going viral again
1:22:22 – Andy’s celeb-connection story
1:24:04 – Outro
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Jade Hsu is an Australian fashion model raised in Sydney and now based in London. Represented by top agencies globally, she’s walked for brands like Burberry and built an international presence across Milan, Paris, New York, and London. Beyond the runway, Jade balances her dynamic modeling career with her personal passions — from music and thrifting to techno clubs and tea rituals.
Connect with Jade:
https://www.instagram.com/jadehsuu
CHAPTERS
0:00 – Introduction
0:57 – Meet Jade Hsu
2:53 – Jade on being 40% introvert and 60% extrovert
4:48 – How Andy discovered Jade through Instagram
6:39 – Why Jade believes London isn’t dangerous
7:55 – The story of Jade’s lost-and-found ring at Din Tai Fung
9:10 – Jade’s modeling journey across the world
14:03 – The risk of agency debt in modeling
16:09 – Andy’s fish tank story
18:01 – The high cost of food in London
20:23 – Jade’s Chinese Bazi element reveal
24:13 – Andy thinks Jade’s a fire sign
26:14 – Caffeine habits, tea love & avoiding vaping
28:27 – Jade’s love for techno clubs and the London underground
29:58 – ADHD and navigating social spaces
31:29 – Family, modeling, and personality differences
34:51 – Her parents' professions and how her dad taught her science
39:26 – Why Jade loves thrifting
40:19 – Irregular sleep schedules and screen time struggles
43:05 – What’s on Jade’s Instagram Explore page
44:23 – Fashion industry’s shift toward unique looks
46:10 – Hair growth struggles and styling choices
47:48 – Being picky about anime
49:56 – Music-making during illness recovery
50:42 – Her classical piano background
52:15 – Navigating social confidence and perceptions
56:04 – Taking initiative in friendships
58:29 – Favorite social activities: museums, nature, culture
59:52 – Why IG stories sometimes feel toxic
1:00:55 – No more waking up depressed
1:02:09 – ADHD diagnosis improving self-esteem
1:03:27 – Jade’s Kanye West story
1:07:43 – Thoughts on diversity and evolving fashion sense
1:13:06 – Podcast idea: Question segment
1:13:56 – Q1: Is religion good or bad?
1:14:39 – Q2: Emotional vs logical people
1:16:18 – Q3: Who works harder?
1:17:45 – Q4: Save mom or dad?
1:19:39 – Q5: Dating dilemmas
1:21:26 – Q6: 2024’s biggest lessons
1:22:06 – Q7: Two-letter baby names?
1:24:12 – Jade reveals her full and Chinese names
1:31:01 – Fashion, body changes, and personal style
1:33:08 – Viral 6.5M TikTok views and content strategies
1:40:54 – Skincare routines and makeup habits
1:42:55 – Friend circles in the fashion world
1:48:08 – Friendship dynamics: can guys and girls stay friends?
1:55:25 – Tattoos and their meaning
1:58:42 – Jade talks about immigration in London
2:02:58 – Overcoming insecurities and rejection
2:07:06 – Beauty standards, favorite models, and fashion icons
2:13:00 – Family trips and life reflections
2:17:41 – Nighttime routines and 6-month goals
2:22:47 – Visa stress and trusting the process
2:29:53 – Past lives, reincarnation, simulation theories
2:31:48 – Outro
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Caleb Ralston is a content strategist and creative consultant who has worked with top industry names like Gary Vee and Alex Hormozi. Now running his own consulting firm, Caleb helps entrepreneurs and creators build powerful personal brands, scalable content systems, and high-performing teams.
Connect with Caleb Ralston!
https://www.instagram.com/calebralston
https://www.youtube.com/@CalebRalston
https://www.tiktok.com/@caleb_ralston
Visit Caleb's Website to learn more!
https://www.calebralston.com
CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Introduction
0:57 – Meet Caleb
2:17 – Discovering Caleb via Gary Vee & Hormozi
3:30 – Starting his consulting firm
5:36 – Handling discovery calls
7:29 – Explaining his offers
9:28 – Lead sources
11:26 – Building brand, team & systems
14:04 – Pros & cons of niching down
16:46 – Audience connection & interest stacking
20:07 – Expanding topics with expertise
22:52 – Andy on shifting from eCom to vlogs
26:55 – Repurposing vs. creating new content
29:35 – Why he prefers quality over quantity
33:10 – Standing out as a creator
36:33 – Using 1of10.com to find content ideas
38:41 – Building a name for himself
40:14 – Content compounding over time
41:18 – Evergreen = principles, not tactics
43:33 – Value bait vs. clickbait
45:07 – Value/min vs. retention packaging
50:12 – Free content vs. niche focus
52:42 – Mass appeal = high-ticket conversions
55:09 – Mr. Beast vs. dual-purpose content
56:56 – Posting priorities: YT, IG, LinkedIn, pods
59:25 – Building a consistent content identity
1:01:24 – Scaling with editors
1:03:57 – In-house vs. offshore editors
1:09:18 – Calibrating creative vision
1:15:29 – Editor training pipeline
1:17:57 – Working side-by-side with team
1:20:35 – Testing short-form formats
1:22:38 – Intuition + data in content
1:25:31 – Measuring performance
1:27:29 – Creating his 5–6 hr free course
1:30:46 – Investing $15K into content
1:34:21 – Creating rewatchable content
1:37:38 – Broad vs. specific content for high-ticket
1:39:41 – One vs. multiple content channels
1:41:14 – Managing multiple channels
1:43:06 – Leila vs. Alex content goals
1:44:22 – Hybrid team advantages
1:49:10 – Copying & iterating to find your taste
1:56:26 – Being the “older brother” to your audience
1:57:51 – Removing what doesn’t work
2:01:32 – Viral vs. niche for high-ticket
2:03:09 – Is viral key for low-ticket sales?
2:05:08 – Running an agency while creating content
2:07:37 – Staying grounded as a creator
2:10:10 – Content ideas for retired founders
2:11:22 – Why Gary gets fewer views than Hormozi
2:13:50 – Helping build brands but doubting own
2:15:51 – How he met Trevor
2:18:35 – Building agency in his team
2:21:02 – Long hours at Gary’s team
2:22:42 – From Gary → Hormozi → his own path
2:24:59 – Thoughts on AI content & brand focus
2:25:53 – Recent personal discoveries
2:27:00 – 6-month personal goals
2:28:22 – Key takeaway from shadowing Gary & Alex
2:29:19 – Connect with Caleb
2:29:56 – Outro
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Lynne Karina Hutchison is a British rhythmic gymnast turned actor. She competed for Team GB at the 2012 London Olympics and won bronze at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. After retiring from gymnastics, she trained at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and now works as an actor, dancer, and model, sharing her work on Instagram.
Connect with Lynne!
https://www.instagram.com/thejapanstagram
https://www.instagram.com/lynnekarinahutch
https://www.tiktok.com/@thejapanstagram
https://www.youtube.com/@thejapanstagram
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Meet Lynne Karina
1:56 - Lynne talks about her upbringing
2:44 - Lynne shares her main focus
4:26 - Lynne discusses her work at tourism companies in Japan
6:33 - Lynne's experience as a media member at the Olympic Channel during the Paris Olympics
8:04 - Lynne met celebrities and pro athletes at the Paris Olympics, including Simone Biles
8:38 - How she transitioned from gymnastics to acting and dancing
10:06 - How her high school schedule was unusual because of her gymnastics training
11:20 - Competing in the 2012 London Olympics and the 2010 Commonwealth Games in India
11:45 - Lynne's Olympics experience
13:08 - Lynne talks about her brother's jiu-jitsu career
15:22 - How she visits her brother every time she goes to Japan
16:08 - Desire to live in Japan someday
17:19 - Travel experiences in Japan and where she wants to live in the future
18:20 - Why she wants to live in Tokyo, Japan, in the future
19:53 - Personality in Japan versus in the UK
21:15 - Japan's unique culture
22:24 - Japan’s financial/population crisis and current economy
23:32 - How Japanese culture influences people in London and around the world
24:50 - Itinerary and work schedule while in Japan
26:38 - Acting and dance class experiences in Japan
27:29 - Experience and challenges with the Japanese language
29:28 - Being perceived as a foreigner in Japan despite her heritage
31:42 - How locals perceive foreigners across different parts of Asia
34:16 - Why Tokyoites are serious while Osakans are chill and friendly
36:38 - Mental health and self-expression in Japan
39:24 - Andy shares his experience with Japanese people not answering questions directly
41:45 - Daily life in Japan
42:21 - Eating out in Japan is more affordable than buying groceries
43:38 - Eating and grocery habits in Japan
45:10 - Typical Japanese home-cooked meals
47:25 - Experiences with haircuts in Japan and the UK
48:23 - What led her to keep returning to Japan
49:39 - Why it's important to stay aware of your surroundings in big cities in the UK and other countries
51:09 - Raising kids in Japan versus in the UK
52:43 - Cons of raising kids in Japan
54:15 - How her Instagram grew from a fun hobby to professional content creation
55:52 - What catalyzed her to start her Japan Instagram account
57:15 - How she started receiving inbound requests for paid gigs on her Instagram account
59:09 - Why she doesn’t care about using a 3-second hook in her IG
59:54 - How an overly rigid itinerary can make your Japan trip less enjoyable
1:01:47 - How she built an engaged community on Instagram through story interactions
1:03:48 - How she creates her Instagram stories to engage with her community
1:06:10 - What takes up most of her time in her work as a freelancer
1:07:04 - Recent life discoveries
1:08:24 - Career journey in acting and dance
1:09:18 - How Lynne’s gymnastics background helped with her acting foundation
1:10:40 - How she became more quirky after starting her acting career
1:12:06 - Is being half-Asian an advantage or disadvantage in the acting industry?
1:13:55 - Goal for the next 6 months
1:15:27 - How she has made a diverse group of friends worldwide
1:16:37 - Determination to be part of a movie that people will love to watch
1:17:41 - How watching La La Land in concert further inspired her acting career
1:18:55 - Connect with Lynne!
1:19:43 - Outro
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Cheyenne Beam is a public relations executive with over nine years of experience in music, entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion. Based in New York, he has led PR campaigns for top artists at Interscope and Island Records, including Rae Sremmurd, Swae Lee, Willow Smith, Toni Braxton, and Jessie Reyez. Specializing in brand strategy, media relations, and crisis management, he continues to drive impactful campaigns and build lasting brand equity.
Connect with Cheyenne Beam!
https://www.instagram.com/cheyennebeam
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:56 - Meet Cheyenne Beam
2:18 - Cheyenne shares his journey from launching a bow tie company to entering the PR industry
7:48 - Cheyenne explains why he stopped his bow tie company
9:27 - Cheyenne shares his thoughts on Timothée Chalamet's outfit upon his promotional tour for his Bob Dylan movie
10:14 - Were Brad Pitt’s uniquely styled outfits during his divorce from Angelina Jolie intentional for PR?
11:43 - Behind-the-scenes insights on PR during campaigns and promotional tours
13:13 - How a publicist assists with press and podcast outreach during event promotions
15:33 - How to start working in the PR industry from scratch
18:47 - How PR professionals build relationships with the media, press, and writers
20:47 - Cheyenne shares his experience as a freelancer after leaving Interscope Records
22:46 - PR strategy for getting artists into mainstream publications
24:53 - Can an artist get into Vogue magazine without the help of PR?
27:20 - How a publicist starts and grows with an artist throughout their career
29:05 - The combination of PR strategies and social media presence to achieve an artist's success
30:54 - Why it’s important to combine social media presence with journalism
32:56 - Cheyenne shares the publicists who inspire him: Chris Chambers and Yvette Noel-Schure
35:43 - Behind-the-scenes: How does PR expert Chris Chambers works with his clients
36:53 - Cheyenne shares behind-the-scenes PR work at major red carpet events like the Oscars and Grammys
39:35 - How publicists handle having multiple clients at the same event
41:21 - Publicist pitches vs. Direct invitations: How are guests chosen for major events like Grammys?
42:46 - Do celebrities choose their interviews or follow publicist recommendations?
45:02 - Podcast vs. television: Are podcasts the new go-to for campaign runs?
46:30 - Cheyenne explains why even successful artists like Beyoncé and Drake need a publicist
49:31 - PR's role in handling paparazzi harassment and negative media coverage
53:42 - Cheyenne's thoughts Michael Jackson's PR spin during his slander controversy
55:03 - Cheyenne shares his thoughts on the "No statement or disappear for 6 months" media avoidance strategy
56:05 - Kourtney Kardashian & Mason Disick controversy: Do celebrities create media distractions to hide the truth?
58:33 - Cheyenne’s thoughts on the Smith family controversy during Red Table Talk
1:00:50 - Cheyenne shares behind-the-scenes moments from Jessie Reyez's album promotions
1:03:23 - Cheyenne discusses PR strategies used during Jessie Reyez's album promotions
1:05:02 - Cheyenne shares how they helped Jessie Reyez reach diverse media outlets when promoting her music
1:08:44 - Do PR firms give new employees access to industry contacts, or do they have to build their own?
1:10:02 - Cheyenne shares how freelance publicists acquire new clients and reconnect with old ones
1:10:47 - Cheyenne provides email subject line tips for media outreach
1:11:41 - How do publicists coordinate press tours for celebrities like Beyoncé?
1:12:46 - Cheyenne shares his thoughts on Kanye using Twitter to promote his new albums
1:14:12 - Has Cheyenne been able to merge his passion for music, fashion, and film into his PR work?
1:16:37 - Staying ahead of fashion trends vs. sticking to classic style
1:18:25 - Cheyenne’s recent life discoveries
1:19:54 - Cheyenne’s personal goals for the next six months
1:21:56 - Connect with Cheyenne
1:22:42 - Outro
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Dr. Steven is a mental health expert specializing in brain health, ADHD, trauma, and burnout. With a focus on innovative treatments like SPECT imaging, he helps people understand the root causes of mental health challenges and optimize their well-being. Through his research and clinical practice, Dr. Steven shares practical insights on focus, resilience, and achieving peak mental performance.
Connect with Dr. Steven!
https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage
https://www.instagram.com/amen_clinics
0:00 - Introduction
0:56 - Meet Dr. Steven
1:07 - What does FEMA funding cover for wildfire evacuees?
2:05 - Steven explains his clinic’s method of linking mental health to brain health
3:40 - How does Steven’s clinic method differ from traditional psychiatry?
4:53 - What is SPECT imaging, and how does it help diagnose mental health issues?
5:40 - What does a depressed brain look like on a SPECT scan?
7:03 - Root causes of abnormal brain activity
8:58 - How much do technology and social media contribute to ADHD and depression?
10:53 - How people like Elon Musk, Kanye West, Nikola Tesla are geniuses despite being on the autism spectrum
13:20 - How can you tell if a child is born with ADHD or if excessive screen time has rewired their brain?
15:30 - Factors beyond genetics that contribute to ADHD
17:30 - Evolutionary theory of why ADHD exists
18:24 - How does finding the right environment help optimize brain health of people with ADHD
19:25 - How to prevent brain burnout
21:16 - The 3 pillars of brain health: sleep, exercise, and nutrition
23:53 - How to learn to enjoy parts of your job that you dislike
26:48 - The importance of connecting your work to a strong "why"
28:31 - Andy's 7-year entrepreneur cycle
33:20 - How tracking priorities can prevent burnout cycles
36:35 - How should goals be structured: specific deadlines vs. broader intentions?
39:31 - Living in the gap vs. living in the gain: Celebrating progress while working towards goals
41:15 - Why it's not great to set tight goal deadlines: "The by-30-years-old goal"
43:12 - Andy's partner goal: Someone who makes him feel seen and understood
45:59 - How to take effective breaks without ruining focus on your work
49:09 - How Steven prevents burnout during workdays by breaking tasks into manageable chunks
50:54 - Why does being present with others drain energy?
53:48 - How different attachment styles affect relationships
57:23 - As a psychological expert, does Steven experience stress and anxiety?
59:31 - How to release stress and trauma from our bodies
1:01:09 - How trauma manifests in the body if not processed properly
1:02:46 - Conscious negativity bias: Can too much positivity suppress real emotions?
1:05:09 - The "baby tiger" analogy for suppressed trauma
1:07:02 - How some people rationalize trauma without fully processing it
1:09:22 - What is dissociation, and how does it affect people such as war veterans?
1:12:27 - What SSRIs are and how they affect the human brain
1:14:58 - Why most people use SSRIs
1:16:44 - Are religious people less prone to stress and depression?
1:18:43 - Parenting in a tech-driven world: Managing screen time effectively
1:23:01 - Naval Ravikant's hypothesis of giving unlimited freedom to his children
1:26:07 - Steven shares his approach to raising his kids
1:29:14 - Nature vs. nurture: Can parents shape their kids’ career paths?
1:32:48 - Andy's parenting approach: Helping kids earn their own rewards
1:36:23 - Methamphetamine addicts and cellphone addicts show similar brain activity
1:38:15 - Steven's thoughts on watching porn
1:40:19 - Dopamine regulation: Setting intentions for meaningful interactions
1:44:15 - Introverts vs. extroverts
1:47:20 - 80/20 rule for mental and brain health: sleep, exercise, nutrition
1:51:19 - 3 sleep principles from cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
1:56:28 - Steven's recent life discoveries
1:58:14 - Steven shares his goal to spend more time with his wife
1:59:18 - Connect with Dr. Steven
1:59:54 - Outro
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Lil D is a fitness enthusiast and social media influencer known for her high-energy content and engaging personality. With over 73,000 followers on Instagram, she shares her fitness journey, workout routines, and motivational insights. Her unique 3-second hook, "Listen here, dumbass!" has contributed to her rapid social media growth. She also works as a social media manager at a gym, combining her passion for fitness with her expertise in digital marketing.
Connect with Lil D!
https://www.instagram.com/lild_inkedin
https://www.tiktok.com/@krn_lild
https://www.youtube.com/@lild_inkedin
0:00 - Introduction
0:58 - Meet Lil D
1:58 - Lil D explains how she got her nickname
3:17 - Lil D shares that she has been working on creating fitness content for the last six months
6:01 - What she was doing before she got into fitness and how it impacted her life
7:30 - Lil D shares that she receives "K-rage" jokes because she is always fighting
8:54 - What got Lil D into posting fitness content on social media?
10:09 - Her plans for social media growth, combat training, and coaching
11:41 - Lil D dreams of being a social media manager for professional fighters at ONE Championship
14:11 - How social media connects people online but also leads to mindless doom-scrolling
17:37 - Lil D's advice to someone trying to find their unique personality online
19:41 - How she built an engaged following
21:20 - 3-second hook for her videos: "Listen here, dumbass!"
24:05 - How she maintains her high energy every day
25:21 - Lil D shares her mood before her morning coffee
26:12 - Lil D shares her diet and fasting schedule
27:21 - How she met her Muay Thai coach boyfriend
28:32 - Has Lil D ever tried going a day without caffeine?
29:32 - Lil D's daily routine
32:00 - Lil D shares her work as a social media manager at a gym
33:54 - Her experience being bullied growing up and how fitness changed her life
36:09 - Transition from being shy to becoming a girl who always wants to fight
36:56 - How she balances work and just hanging out at the gym
39:02 - What she does after completing her social content for the gym
41:12 - Lil D shares their Muay Thai class schedule
42:17 - Who is usually at the gym during work hours?
43:57 - What their gym looks like
45:47 - How long has Lil D been working at the gym?
48:19 - How many gym regulars does Lil D know by name?
49:30 - What she was doing before she started working at the gym
53:05 - Lil D shares that she studied as a full-stack software developer
55:21 - What got Lil D into software engineering?
56:22 - How does the gym owner run the gym and the barbershop next door?
59:47 - How her paid community "Passes" works
1:02:08 - Lil D's recent life discoveries
1:05:16 - How her productivity planner helps with her daily routine
1:07:27 - How do you compliment a girl's body without offending them?
1:09:42 - Lil D's personal goal for the next six months
1:11:51 - What does it mean to be a good friend?
1:12:53 - What her DMs are like with 70k+ followers
1:14:15 - Why she doesn’t want to train people who just think she’s hot
1:15:41 - Lil D shares that she only checks her IG DMs for sponsorship deals or brand collaborations
1:20:55 - What she does if she’s not at the gym
1:21:58 - Connect with Lil D
1:23:27 - How analyzing the Instagram algorithm helped grow her following
1:24:27 - How her Vietnamese reels gets the most viewed on her Instagram
1:26:59 - Does Lil D generate revenue from her Instagram account?
1:28:43 - Andy talks about how Vietnamese content creators like JasonTheWeen and RiceGum are popping off
1:29:35 - Asian culture is all over social media nowadays
1:31:05 - Lil D shares that everyone who bullied her for being Asian is now dropping $10,000 on K-pop concerts
1:31:57 - Andy shares that his older brother, who dated Vietnamese girls, thinks they are crazy
1:33:25 - Lil D discusses stereotypes about Vietnamese girls vs. Korean girls
1:34:16 - Lil D shares about her Chinese zodiac animal
1:37:15 - Outro
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Jessica Paulino, known online as Jessi Rae, is a talented musician known for her heartfelt performances and strong faith. She shares her musical journey, offering followers a glimpse into her passion for music and spirituality. Jessica captivates audiences with engaging content, blending musical performances with messages of faith and inspiration.
Connect with Jess!
https://www.instagram.com/jessiraemusic
https://www.tiktok.com/@yessuh64
0:00 - Introduction
1:29 - How long she has been playing guitar
1:45 - Andy asks if Jess wants to pursue music as a career
2:06 - Her college aspirations in health sciences or psychology
2:18 - How posting videos on social media boosted her self-confidence
3:15 - Her interest in optometry and her experience wearing glasses at a young age
4:28 - Jess explains that optometry in the US does not require medical school, similar to Australia
5:12 - Jess explains the four-year high school system in the US
5:59 - Her social media posting schedule for song covers
6:52 - How she selects songs for her covers
7:27 - Her family is religious, but she actively pursues her faith independently
8:23 - Why she is more religious than her brothers
8:21 - Jess shares that she prays daily and reads the Bible weekly
9:26 - What her daily prayer looks like
10:16 - Story about feeling she received a response from God: "Called to serve"
11:03 - How she believes God calls her to spread faith through music
12:03 - Andy asks if many students at Jess’ school are religious
12:45 - Jess describes a person who has religion instilled in them
14:32 - Andy shares his experience attending Bible studies and hearing Christian music for the first time
16:46 - How music and youth groups have strengthened her faith
17:44 - Jess shares that she has a religious Spotify playlist
18:56 - Jess enjoys both old and new religious songs but prefers newer ones when performing
19:23 - Jess' favorite religious artist: UPPERROOM
20:44 - Andy brings up Justin Bieber’s pastor and the rise of celebrity Christianity
21:44 - Jess shares what she values most about Catholicism
22:07 - Catholicism VS Christianity regarding marriage
22:54 - Jess explains the role of Mary in Catholicism
23:33 - How Mother Teresa became a saint and the process of canonization
24:36 - Story of a saint who used technology and gaming to spread faith
26:55 - Andy asks if Jess has ever considered becoming a nun
27:39 - Why religious people have the most children
28:51 - She wants to have five kids in the future
30:52 - Her relationship with her older brothers
32:20 - Her plan to stay in-state for college due to costs
33:19 - US people can get their first job at 16
33:59 - Andy shares his experience meeting a Jehovah’s Witness in Japan
35:22 - Religious diversity at her high school
36:04 - Jess shares whether she has made more friends at school or through church
36:31 - How welcoming religious communities can be
37:57 - How religious people can sometimes be a bit judgy
39:44 - Andy shares a story about being told he is going to hell despite being a good person
43:59 - Her beliefs on judgment, repentance, and salvation
44:29 - How Jess perceives God
45:23 - Jess envisions God as a guiding light rather than a physical form
47:09 - Andy's idea of humans as “cells in God’s body”
51:27 - How Jess follows her gut feelings and spiritual discernment
52:47 - Andy explains his metaphor of a leaf flowing with the current of life
53:49 - Jess discusses the role of faith in her journey
55:28 - Why Jess prefers to express her faith through music rather than social media
56:37 - Andy reflects on his recent life discoveries
57:54 - Jess shares how drinking more water has improved her health
58:53 - Why Jess avoids drinking from public water fountains in the U.S.
59:29 - Andy discusses how tap water is safe to drink in Australia
1:00:35 - Why there are a lot of Filipinos in the US
1:01:40 - Jess shares her goal of learning bass guitar
1:08:28 - Connect with Jess
1:08:50 - Outro
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Ali is a former finance professional turned digital nomad, coach, and content creator. She shares her journey of leaving corporate life, embracing faith, and building a location-independent lifestyle. Through her content, Ali inspires others to pursue freedom, personal growth, and authenticity while navigating business, social media, and self-discovery.
Connect with Ali!
https://www.instagram.com/alisrealities
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:53 - Meet Ali
1:53 - Ali shares how a breakup catalyzed her career switch from finance to recruiting to becoming a digital nomad
5:14 - Ali shares her experiences launching a life coaching program
8:40 - Andy shares his experience launching his first online course and dealing with underwhelming sales
9:38 - Ali reflects on managing expectations when launching her life coaching program
12:09 - Ali shares her evolving relationship with religion and God
15:42 - Ali shares her experience seeing and meeting God in her life
21:30 - Ali shares her viral Instagram post in Vietnam that gained her 8,000 followers
23:10 - Ali shares how detaching from social media expectations led to personal growth
24:45 - Ali shares how her background in accounting helps her manage money as a digital nomad
29:11 - Can a digital nomad survive in Asia on $1K-$2K a month?
32:25 - Ali shares her cost of living in Thailand as a digital nomad
34:39 - Andy discusses societal bias toward attractiveness and how it plays into content creation
36:32 - Ali shares the impact of her weight loss journey on her confidence
38:38 - Ali shares how she cracked the Instagram algorithm using her own framework
42:49 - Authentic route: Ali shares her formula for being an authentic person
45:27 - Ali shares how she built an engaged community on Instagram
49:09 - Andy shares his journey in content creation and e-commerce over the last 7 years
50:47 - Ali expresses her interest in learning more about AI
51:48 - Ali talks about Megan Nunez’s content shift and the pressure of maintaining an online persona
55:33 - Andy shares how his revenue declined after shifting his focus to personal passions
58:48 - Ali discusses the balance between financial success and personal fulfillment
59:44 - Ali shares how to avoid burnout while creating content
1:01:32 - Andy shares his hypothesis on the 7-year cycle that all entrepreneurs go through
1:07:26 - Ali shares how she left her last job and went full-time as a digital nomad
1:08:55 - Ali in 6-7 years: How will she see herself today?
1:11:31 - Andy in 6-7 years: How will he see himself today?
1:14:50 - Andy's recent life discoveries
1:17:00 - Ali's recent life discoveries
1:20:33 - Being present vs. thinking ahead: How to handle social exhaustion
1:22:28 - Ali's advice on what to do if you feel exhausted before a sales call
1:25:00 - Ali's personal goals for the next 6 months
1:27:41 - Connect with Ali
1:28:02 - Outro
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Linda Qian is a finance professional turned content creator, sharing career insights, corporate life tips, and financial knowledge. She helps young professionals navigate work, productivity, and industry trends while building her own path beyond traditional finance.
Connect with Linda!
https://www.instagram.com/quarter.lifediaries
https://www.tiktok.com/@quarter.lifediaries
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:54 - Meet Linda Qian
1:21 - Linda shares how long she was off from work, for the New Year break and whether she feels recharged
1:45 - Andy shares his challenge of balancing work and personal time
3:01 - Andy asks if Linda ever feels truly recharged after the weekend off
5:29 - Linda discusses her work in leveraged/acquisition finance
5:20 - Linda explains leveraged finance and private equity to Andy
8:12 - Banking in Australia: How the government "prints money"
11:52 - Linda shares how banks are focusing on lending to renewable companies
12:37 - Interest-only vs. interest + principal: How loans work for solar farms and large projects
13:58 - Linda explains how companies refinance debt every five years
16:09 - Linda shares why businesses continue to take on debt instead of paying it off
18:22 - Linda explains the tax benefits of keeping debt in a business
18:54 - Linda discusses why banks lend to big companies like steel and airline corporations despite their growing debt
20:45 - Linda explains what happens if Andy only pays the minimum amount on his American Express credit card
22:22 - Linda shares the difference between corporate and personal loan interest rates
24:23 - Sydney's property investment: Can interest-only loans lead to being positively geared?
28:36 - Linda explains why banks compete to offer loans to high-quality companies
30:53 - Linda shares how she got into the content creation world
34:43 - Does Linda see herself in the corporate world for the next 20 years?
35:32 - Linda shares what catalyzed her decision to work in the corporate sector
38:39 - Linda shares her experience following the traditional Asian school route
40:48 - What motivated Linda to move out early from her parents' house?
43:35 - Can Linda get a more relaxed corporate job with the same pay?
46:59 - Big 4 accounting firms: Becoming a partner by 35 and earning $400K-$500K per year
47:19 - Linda explains the salary differences between different tiers of management consulting firms
49:24 - Linda shares insights on top investment banking firms and how they operate
51:48 - Linda explains the differences between investment banking and management consulting
53:21 - Linda discusses how competitive investment banking jobs are
55:22 - Linda shares how investment banking firms interview job applicants
56:48 - Linda explains how she prepared for job interviews when applying to investment banking or consulting firms
57:34 - Andy asks Linda to role-play a typical finance interview question
59:04 - Linda shares why it is important to understand market trends before interviewing at a finance firm
1:01:44 - Linda's recent life discoveries: How setting structured habits improves efficiency
1:04:15 - Linda’s personal goals for the next six months
1:05:12 - Linda shares tips on how she grew her following to 50K followers
1:07:56 - Linda explains the key to delivering value through content creation
1:13:50 - Connect with Linda
1:14:24 - Outro
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Thuỳ Dung, known as Shayda, is a Vietnamese singer-songwriter making waves in the music industry. With a passion for both Vietnamese and English music, she has released multiple songs, gaining millions of views on YouTube. Shayda rose to fame after competing in Rap Việt 2024 and continues to grow her fanbase on social media. She is set to release her upcoming album on February 28, 2025
Connect with Shayda!
https://www.instagram.com/shayda_04
https://www.youtube.com/@shaydaofficial204
https://www.tiktok.com/@shayda.official
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:39 - Meet Shayda
1:20 - Andy shares that he wants to move to Vietnam for six months to learn Vietnamese
2:22 - Shayda’s hometown: Growing up in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3:19 - How Shayda learned English through language classes
5:05 - The story behind Shayda’s stage name
6:11 - Shayda shares how she started creating music in 2023 after graduating from college
6:58 - Shayda explains how she learned to write Vietnamese songs by listening to the radio, TV, and U.S. music
8:10 - Shayda shares her favorite song by her favorite U.S. artist, Bruno Mars
10:40 - Shayda talks about writing 16 Vietnamese songs after graduating from the Conservatory of Music in Ho Chi Minh City
11:48 - Shayda shares how she released 16 Vietnamese songs, with one hitting millions of views on YouTube
12:13 - Shayda discusses how she gained popularity after joining Rap Việt 2024 in Vietnam
13:51 - Shayda shares why she is no longer creating Vietnamese songs and is focusing on English songs instead
14:15 - Shayda shares that she wrote 15 English songs for her upcoming album
15:51 - Shayda talks about writing 15 songs for her first album and 8 songs for her second album
17:56 - In Vietnam, is it common for singers to perform English songs?
18:31 - Shayda shares how she plans everything in her music career
19:14 - Shayda explains why people think she is a single mom when walking with her younger sister
19:52 - Shayda talks about her parents' strong support for her music career
22:37 - The main challenges Shayda has faced in her music career
24:21 - Shayda shares why famous influencers in Vietnam focus on paid bookings rather than collaborations
26:28 - The most famous Vietnamese artist in his 20s: Sơn Tùng M-TP
28:04 - Shayda shares her experience attending one of Sơn Tùng M-TP’s concerts
28:37 - Why Andy thinks Vietnam is full of amazing singers
29:53 - Do clubs in Vietnam play more Vietnamese or English music?
30:30 - Shayda shares how Vietnamese people love remix music
32:10 - What's more fun: clubs with foreigners or with Vietnamese people?
33:17 - Andy shares his surprise at how fashionable young people in Vietnam have become compared to 10 years ago
35:12 - Shayda explains why she’s happier having fewer friends now
37:05 - Is the music industry in Vietnam competitive or friendly?
38:06 - Shayda shares why TikTok is the most popular social media app for Gen Z in Vietnam
38:43 - How Shayda gained 1.4M followers on TikTok by covering songs with her yellow comb
40:46 - Shayda on using the name "Yung" for cover songs and "Shayda" for her original music
42:00 - Were Shayda’s family and friends surprised when they found out she had 1.4M followers on TikTok?
43:37 - Shayda shares how most Vietnamese people use dating apps like Tinder to find partners
45:14 - Shayda's ultimate goal: Bringing Vietnamese culture to the world through her music
46:59 - Shayda on releasing her new album on February 28, 2025
48:05 - From English to Vietnamese: Andy answers Shayda’s question in Vietnamese
50:14 - Shayda expresses her gratitude for joining Andy’s podcast to practice her English
54:48 - Shayda helps Andy practice speaking Vietnamese
1:05:51 - Connect with Shayda
1:06:36 - Outro
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Rose Zhang is a content creator who shares aspects of her daily life, including outfit showcases, personal vlogs, and her experience as an international student in the U.S.
Connect with Rose Zhang!
https://www.tiktok.com/@rzhang01
https://www.youtube.com/@rose.zhang.
https://www.instagram.com/stellae_rosae_photography
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:57 - Meet Rose Zhang
1:22 - Rose shares how she is preparing for nursing school
3:35 - How did Rose find out she wanted to pursue nursing?
4:21 - Rose on being good at speaking English despite not being born and raised in the U.S.
5:51 - Does Rose have to go back to China after studying in the U.S.?
6:41 - Rose shares how her Korean mother met her Chinese father
7:06 - Were her parents religious when they were young?
7:45 - Rose shares her culture shock in secular U.S. schools as a Christian
9:35 - Fake IDs & Party Life: Rose’s view on American teen culture as a Christian
12:01 - Why do some med and law students use drugs when they enter university?
14:32 - How does a Christian know what is right and wrong?
16:21 - Do Christians take vitamins, drink caffeine, and doom scroll on TikTok?
17:23 - Andy asks if unnatural dopamine and serotonin production defiles the body's sacredness in Christianity
19:30 - How did Rose's family decide to send her to the U.S. to study?
21:09 - The difference between the cost of education in Australia vs. the U.S.
22:55 - Rose shares how she applied to colleges in the U.S. and received financial aid
24:45 - Rose shares how she met her husband through Bumble and got married
28:04 - Is Rose's husband as religious as she is?
29:24 - How long has Rose been in America?
30:00 - Rose's journey of finding a church in America
32:22 - Andy shares his experience attending churches of different races
33:33 - Can people from different churches form cell groups or Bible study groups?
34:33 - Rose on taking prerequisite classes for nursing
35:14 - What does Rose and her husband's relationship with God look like?
36:03 - Rose shares how they read the Bible
36:29 - Andy shares his experience reading the third book of the Bible (Leviticus)
38:29 - Has Rose read the entire Bible?
39:27 - Rose shares how and what she prays to God about
40:28 - Faith over fear: Trusting God in every situation
44:31 - Andy shares how he has been putting his faith in God, trusting that everything will work out
45:45 - Rose shares how she started creating content on YouTube & TikTok
47:38 - What motivated Rose to create content after finishing college?
48:55 - Has Rose thought about creating content about Christianity?
50:27 - Rose shares her dynamic with her younger sister
52:02 - Rose shares how her sister made her own group of friends in college
52:57 - Rose's main focus over the last 6 months
53:57 - Rose shares how her relationship with Christianity has grown throughout her life
56:58 - Rose's sign from God: Witnessing the northern lights on her flight back to US
58:57 - Andy’s sign from God: Multiple U.S. visa rejections led him to stay in Australia
1:01:27 - Andy shares his religious background: From Buddhism and Atheism to reading the bible
1:05:22 - Andy shares his journey reading the Bible
1:06:11 - Rose's recent life discoveries
1:07:51 - Praying and reading the Bible daily cannot eradicate mental health issues
1:09:39 - Has Rose ever doubted God's existence?
1:10:41 - Andy shares his excitement to reach the Book of Job in the Bible
1:11:27 - Rose's goals for the next six months
1:12:54 - Is divorce allowed in Christianity?
1:14:43 - Did Rose experience love at first sight when meeting her husband?
1:15:42 - Does Rose believe in soulmates?
1:17:48 - Does the Bible talk about children, marriage, or finding the right partner?
1:19:08 - Andy’s talks about why it's hard to find a partner that is on a similar journey to yours
1:20:55 - The real reason behind why people break up
1:22:46 - FutureMe: Website to write emails to her future self
1:25:31 - Connect with Rose
1:26:41 - Outro
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Kyla is a content creator focusing on personal growth, confidence-building, and mastering detachment. She shares practical tips on developing a magnetic personality, forming meaningful connections, and enhancing conversational skills.
Connect with Kyla!
https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtsbykyla
https://www.instagram.com/thoughts.by.kyla
Join Her Newsletter!
https://mailchi.mp/71a3553cbb18/4isudyfyhq
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Meet Kyla
3:48 - Why Kyla moved to Fort Lauderdale
4:39 - Kyla's 49-state campervan road trip
5:32 - Budgeting for the trip
6:27 - Making money while traveling
6:49 - Starting on TikTok & Instagram
8:48 - Kyla’s focus over the past 6 months
9:33 - Kyla's dream life & how she plans to embody it
10:21 - How mastering detachment changed her life
11:11 - Learning personal development
12:34 - Applying detachment in relationships
13:11 - Growth rates in relationships
14:39 - Growing apart from high school friends
15:48 - Activities to attract like-minded people
16:54 - Making friends in coffee shops
18:04 - Being easy vs. easy to approach
19:54 - Wanting vs. giving attention
21:09 - Andy’s magnetic energy
24:36 - Old friends see Andy as intense
26:20 - Yearly cycle of outgrowing friendships
28:55 - Friends seeing you as your old self
30:39 - Handling confrontation socially
32:26 - Lessons from her road trip
33:32 - Rebuilding friendships differently
34:46 - Feeling lonely vs. feeling drained
36:09 - Andy solving loneliness by being his own best friend
38:23 - The kind of care Andy wants from a partner
42:09 - What makes Timothée Chalamet & Chris Hemsworth so magnetic?
46:13 - Becoming a more magnetic person
48:00 - Andy gravitates toward the most magnetic guy in the club
50:46 - Approaching new people
53:09 - Why people are more attracted to you when you've taken
55:53 - Confidence in kids with wealthy parents
58:04 - Playing the “Sibling Game”
1:03:24 - Why Andy thought Kyla was the youngest
1:04:38 - Why Kyla thought Andy was the middle child
1:06:06 - How the “Sibling Game” helps Andy understand people
1:07:36 - Unexpected lessons from Kyla’s 9-5 career
1:09:06 - Adapting to different couples’ comfort zones
1:13:15 - Andy predicts his female friends' future boyfriends
1:14:44 - Kyla on being seen as intimidating
1:16:27 - Letting friends be themselves
1:18:02 - Is Kyla more introverted or extroverted?
1:20:01 - Differences between introverts & extroverts
1:21:00 - Andy: Introverts = self-love, Extroverts = seeking external love
1:22:26 - Why Andy thinks being extroverted is bad
1:23:17 - Kyla on being interested in people while detached
1:25:20 - Not needing attention but being charismatic
1:26:42 - Maintaining the same persona in different settings
1:27:40 - Andy’s behavior in social settings
1:29:38 - How being himself attracts like-minded people
1:30:19 - Charismatic strategies for making new friends
1:33:04 - How Kyla met & married her partner
1:38:01 - Why all guys want a girlfriend in 2025
1:39:51 - Andy shares how he refrains himself from over-messaging magnetic girls to avoid looking desperate
1:42:04 - Matching energy & adding 10%
1:44:24 - Andy shares how accepting your feelings for someone is the only way to see their flaws
1:46:59 - Andy’s education company & e-commerce
1:48:48 - How raw TikTok content helped Kyla grow
1:50:41 - Differences between TikTok & Instagram growth
1:51:40 - Why content creators need an email list
1:52:05 - Advice on building an online community
1:54:49 - Creating engaging podcast clips
1:55:52 - Kyla’s recent life discoveries
1:56:19 - Personal goals for the next 6 months
1:57:52 - Tips for growing a small online community
1:59:42 - Connect with Kyla
1:59:59 - How Kyla creates her email newsletters
2:01:42 - Outro
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Kiyo is a skilled cosplayer known for her intricate designs and vibrant portrayals. She shares stunning cosplay, behind-the-scenes moments, and exclusive content on Patreon and OnlyFans. Her passion and humor make her a standout in the cosplay and streaming community.
https://www.instagram.com/kiyocosplay
https://x.com/kiyocosplay
https://www.tiktok.com/@kiyocosplay
0:00 - Intro
0:48 - Meet Kiyo
1:49 - How Kiyo started cosplaying
2:41 - Kiyo’s focus in the past six months
2:51 - Making money at cosplay events
4:57 - Turning cosplay into a career
5:45 - Kiyo’s paid offline event gigs
6:11 - How overseas cosplay events work
7:38 - Can anyone cosplay?
8:24 - Promoting cosplay events
9:18 - Growing her Patreon
10:16 - Growing her online community
11:26 - Top figures in the cosplay scene
13:02 - Fan interactions at events
13:51 - Going unrecognized in cosplay
14:29 - How people find cosplay influencers
15:30 - Using Instagram vs. Twitter
16:58 - Cosplaying for the next 20 years?
17:39 - Focus on offline event gigs
19:48 - Attending cosplay events in Japan
20:46 - What Kiyo wears while streaming
21:24 - Where her livestream audience is from
22:59 - Creating OnlyFans content
24:09 - Monthly cosplay character creation
24:52 - OnlyFans vs. Instagram content
25:19 - Do cosplayers get breast augmentations?
26:22 - Do cosplayers edit their photos?
27:30 - AI cosplayer Instagram accounts
28:17 - Why it’s rude to say a cosplayer looks different in real life
28:58 - Demographics of her audience
29:50 - Kiyo’s partner preferences
30:33 - Ex-boyfriend’s thoughts on cosplay
31:21 - Family’s thoughts on cosplay
32:27 - Custom content on OnlyFans
32:58 - Patreon vs. OnlyFans
33:19 - Subscriber retention rates
34:24 - How subscribers use exclusive photos
35:53 - Why some dislike nude content
37:08 - How top 0.001% on OnlyFans earn millions
39:10 - Why Kiyo avoids nude content
39:53 - Preparing for photoshoots
40:51 - Free videography for female influencers
41:32 - Working with cosplay photographers
43:00 - Creepy photographers in cosplay
45:08 - Custom content for OnlyFans
46:54 - Not relying only on Patreon & OnlyFans
47:46 - How booths work at events
49:40 - When guys buy her photo printouts
50:13 - Andy’s neighbor stalking him
52:27 - Selling photo printouts at events
53:27 - Andy’s experience w/ World Vision girl asking for a donation
54:39 - Are cosplay girls charismatic?
55:32 - Instagram posting schedule
56:50 - Photographer edits her photos
57:55 - Are anime fans also simps?
58:18 - Picking characters to cosplay
1:00:04 - Favorite anime
1:00:57 - Preparing costumes
1:02:08 - Following cosplay trends
1:03:02 - Managing photoshoots locally & overseas
1:08:18 - What she does during slow business periods
1:10:12 - Handling financial stress
1:11:42 - Hobbies during downtime
1:12:32 - Realizing Andy was Australian
1:12:57 - Attending a Sydney cosplay event
1:15:37 - 500K+ followers, top in SEA
1:17:14 - Characters cosplayed in Sydney
1:17:31 - Cosplaying Vtuber, anime, and gacha game characters
1:19:22 - How Vtubers work
1:21:11 - What got her into Vtubing & why she stopped
1:21:44 - Do Vtubers reveal their faces?
1:22:21 - Ironmouse & streaming with a chronic illness
1:24:29 - Recent life discoveries
1:25:52 - Weekly schedule
1:26:23 - Motivation to create more content
1:27:36 - Personal goals for the next six months
1:29:53 - Most popular cosplayer: Enako
1:30:12 - Connect with Kiyo
1:31:59 - Outro
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Sophia Lee, a TikTok influencer working in Big Law, shares career insights, advice for aspiring lawyers, and a glimpse into her daily life.
Connect w/ Sophia Lee! https://www.tiktok.com/@sophhialee
0:00 - Introduction
0:48 - Meet Sophia Lee
2:44 - First 6 months of experience working in Big Law
5:10 - What she loves about her job in Big Law
7:21 - What surprises her about the Big Law world
8:51 - Andy shares his experience meeting Googlers at a friend's birthday party
9:54 - Was it competitive to get into Big Law or a top 20 law firm?
11:43 - What drives her to pursue a career in Law
14:06 - Why she switched from pre-med to law
16:57 - Sophia graduating with a Bachelor in Psychology w/Pre-Law, Taking a Gap Year
17:19 - The journey to become licensed lawyer
18:23 - Difference between studying law in Australia vs. the US
19:53 - Big Law’s first-year associate earning $200k/year vs. Private Law firm’s first-year associate earning $100k/year
21:11 - Can you study law regardless of your undergraduate degree?
22:18 - Preparation for the upcoming LSAT
23:51 - Why doesn't Sophia apply to law school with her current LSAT score?
24:59 - Sophia shares which law schools she wants to attend
25:39 - Is it possible to climb the ranks in Big Law without a law degree?
26:34 - Sophia shares that she was born in South Korea and moved to the US when she was 3 years old
27:10 - Sophia shares her experience living in New York
28:15 - Which law firm she wants to work for
30:11 - Why she chose to study law in LA rather than New York
31:52 - The differences between the TV show "Suits" and the real legal field
35:08 - How do lawyers study ethics and then represent someone who is obviously guilty?
38:43 - How would Sophia ethically represent someone who has stolen a large amount of money?
41:36 - What makes a lawyer a good lawyer?
44:20 - Who is responsible for getting the best price when selling a company?
45:19 - What is litigation?
46:55 - Sophia discusses working in litigation in the corporate world
48:48 - Day-to-day tasks working in the corporate world
54:53 - Using AI/ChatGPT in the legal field
56:29 - The type of law she wants to pursue after earning her law degree
59:08 - Sophia discusses wanting a family while working in Big Law
1:01:01 - How her psychology degree plays a role in her job
1:04:23 - What does it take to succeed in the corporate world?
1:09:19 - What drives her to always learn from others
1:11:32 - Sophia shares their dynamic with her younger brother (Are they similar or different?)
1:12:45 - Sophia shares the dangers of working in criminal law
1:15:01 - Does Sophia see herself working 80-hour weeks until she’s 60?
1:16:05 - Lawyers who aim to save the world but end up stuck in the corporate world
1:16:47 - Why she wants to be a voice for children in the legal field
1:18:42 - Is Sophia similar to her parents? How do you raise children to want to take on the family business?
1:21:14 - How does Sophia get paid overtime for work?
1:21:46 - Sophia shares her experience working remotely from home
1:23:20 - Sophia shares her social life despite a busy work schedule
1:25:47 - How she met her old group of friends
1:26:56 - How her recent breakup affected her friend circle
1:29:48 - The reasons for her recent breakup
1:31:14 - Andy shares feeling intimidated by Sophia at the start of the podcast
1:33:12 - How she manages her messages and calls every day
1:35:40 - How she stays in touch with friends
1:37:04 - How she started creating TikTok content
1:41:43 - Why she doesn’t post on TikTok the same day she creates content
1:43:08 - Types of recovery process
1:47:01 - Sophia compliments Andy’s Australian accent
1:48:14 - Recent life discoveries
1:51:40 - Goals for the next 6 months
1:54:56 - Connect with Sophia
1:55:22 - Outro
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Vanessa Huang, a travel vlogger, shares inspiring adventures, practical tips, and stunning vlogs. Aiming to visit 100 countries by 30, she balances travel logistics, sponsorships, and creative storytelling.
https://www.instagram.com/nessahuangg
https://www.youtube.com/@nessahuangg
https://nessahuangg.com/shop
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0:00 - Introduction
0:49 - Meet Vanessa Huang
1:06 - What her travel content posting schedule looks like
2:08 - How did Vanessa start traveling with her boyfriend?
3:08 - Doing full-time marketing freelance work since last year
3:54 - Andy shares how he first discovered Vanessa Huang on Instagram
4:42 - Having a 2-week content backlog to reduce stress
5:59 - How she started paying her editors with her own money To having sponsors cover the cost
6:46 - How she landed her first paid gig with only 6K TikTok followers
7:50 - How does Vanessa reach out to different travel brands for sponsorships?
10:21 - How she gets her freelancing gigs through her own networks
11:45 - From freelancing to creating travel vlogs
12:53 - How her boyfriend helps with her content scripts
14:09 - Scriptwriting process and her 3-second hook library
14:56 - What is the 3-second hook library?
15:51 - 80% of her content is sponsored
16:25 - Taveling to Java Island for three weeks
18:01 - How does Vanessa make money as a travel vlogger?
18:56 - How she prepares for their upcoming Japan and China trip
19:58 - Sponsors for her upcoming Japan and China trip?
21:23 - Tips for getting sponsors for 5-star hotel
22:45 - How does Vanessa customize her emails to hotels for free accommodation?
26:02 - How she backs up all her videos using SSDs
28:52 - Different devices she uses to film her content
31:17 - Goal of visiting 100 countries before turning 30
32:15 - How they got a free bullet train ride in Japan through sponsorship
33:16 - Vanessa prefers traveling to Japan and China over other countries
36:30 - Expensive trips with more views vs. less expensive trips with fewer views
37:32 - Financial strategy for the next six months
38:49 - What does Vanessa do when she returns home after traveling?
39:51 - How she earns money through sponsors, affiliates, and eBooks
41:31 - How does Vanessa secure recurring sponsorships?
42:45 - Vanessa’s packing strategy for travel
43:29 - Packing tips for cold countries like Japan
45:45 - Relationship with her boyfriend during and after travel
46:27 - Her focus over the last 6 months
47:32 - Strategies for growing her socials
48:19 - How she integrates values into her sponsored hotel videos
49:28 - YouTube strategy: Itinerary and shopping vlogs perform well
51:02 - Vanessa talks about facing challenges while traveling in China
52:37 - Tips for traveling to Japan: Bring 50% cash and 50% credit or Wise card
56:16 - Converting USD to Yen before going to Japan
58:30 - How to get multiple eSIMs for different countries
59:50 - How to calculate internet data needs when traveling overseas
1:00:47 - How to use eSIMs when traveling abroad
1:05:32 - Andy’s recent life discoveries
1:07:08 - Vanessa’s recent life discoveries
1:08:42 - Vanessa recalls getting food poisoning while traveling in China
1:09:29 - Importance of bringing medicine when traveling overseas
1:13:54 - How to get an MRT/subway card at the airport or pre-book it on Klook
1:17:04 - Discount voucher for Japan MRT/subway cards on Klook
1:18:54 - Klook’s programs for content creators
1:20:09 - How to retrieve your MRT/subway card after pre-booking it on Klook
1:21:01 - How to get and use an IC card for your Japan trip
1:22:04 - Vanessa’s personal goals for the next 6 months
1:24:17 - Andy’s personal goals for the next 6 months
1:27:10 - Connect with Vanessa Huang
1:28:54 - Vanessa shares her China travel eBooks
1:30:51 - Vanessa discusses reposting the same content on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok
1:31:40 - Vanessa’s thoughts on using hashtags when posting content on social media platforms
1:33:54 - Outro
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Lydia Lau is a Sydney-based food content creator known for uncovering hidden gems, trendy spots, and budget-friendly eats. Renowned for her authentic reviews and stunning food photography, she supports businesses with social media strategies and influencer collaborations.
Connect with Lydia Lau!
https://www.instagram.com/always.hungryyyy
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - Meet Lydia Lau
2:11 - Working in Marketing at Johnson & Johnson, Klook, Big W, and in FinTech
2:41 - How long ago did Lydia start creating food content?
3:13 - Her plans to quit her job & start her marketing venture
5:06 - Main services Lydia's marketing company offers to her clients
5:35 - How Lydia helps cafe owners grow their businesses
11:50 - Lydia’s advice on creating engaging content for your business
15:18 - How she helped Big W’s marketing agency grow their social media presence
15:40 - How she pitches the pricing of her marketing services
18:12 - Handling all content creation for her clients as part of her marketing services
19:41 - Having a massive backlog of travel content to post on her socials
21:05 - Lydia plans to create a second Instagram account for her marketing agency
22:40 - Insights on creating viral educational content
24:00 - How short-form content is great for reach and brand awareness on social media
25:04 - How she accidentally started attracting clients while creating food content in the F&B space
26:42 - How Lydia runs ads for the F&B sector
27:53 - Influencer marketing strategies for the F&B industry
29:04 - Cost for cafe owners to hire Lydia’s marketing services
30:17 - Took 6 months to get her first free food invite and 12 months to receive her first paid food review
32:36 - Lydia’s posting schedule for her food content
34:20 - Does Lydia eat out every day?
35:20 - How Lydia manages the places she features for food content each month
36:38 - How she includes friends in her food review experiences
37:28 - How clients reach out and invite Lydia for food reviews
37:55 - Lydia explains how paid invitations work
38:53 - Are there situations where Lydia turns down an invite?
39:47 - What types of invitations does Lydia accept?
40:24 - Free invites with only 500–5,000 followers
41:53 - Secured her first paid invite with only 5,000 followers
42:28 - Lydia on earning 3-4 figures per restaurant review
44:32 - Lydia limits herself to accepting 3–5 invites per week to manage capacity
45:53 - How Lydia organized a sponsored birthday party w/ Pizza Bros
48:08 - Reaching out to Pizza Bros to sponsor her friend’s birthday party
48:53 - Is it easy for Lydia to get restaurant sponsorships for events?
49:48 - Lydia tracks invoices and the places she has visited
51:11 - Lydia posts food content based on her capacity
51:38 - Best food spots in Sydney for every type of cuisine
52:58 - Best places to take overseas friends in Sydney
53:43 - Best spots to bring an older mentor for dinner
54:13 - Lydia’s top pick for date nights to impress a girl
54:47 - Lydia’s picks for “bang for your buck” dining experiences
55:09 - Her thoughts on this podcast (1st podcast she's done)
56:23 - Thoughts on the fast-paced nature of the marketing industry
56:47 - Recent life discoveries
57:51 - Lydia’s opinion on using the Advantage+ option on Meta
59:25 - Multi-advertiser option on Meta Ads
59:44 - Maximizing dynamic Ad copy and headlines in Meta Ads
1:00:23 - Audience targeting on Meta Ads
1:00:58 - How Lydia would optimize for leads when running ads in the F&B space
1:01:32 - Organic content & retargeting marketing strategies
1:03:32 - Comparing ROI: $10K on cold ads vs. $10K on hiring creators to produce five pieces of content daily
1:03:14 - Creating organic content to achieve free reach
1:05:54 - Personal goals for the next 6 months
1:07:05 - Would Lydia raise kids in Sydney or Malaysia?
1:07:39 - Differences in raising children in Malaysia compared to Sydney
1:08:49 - Lydia reveals she speaks seven different languages
1:09:16 - Connect with Lydia Lau
1:10:00 - Outro
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