Asian American and Pacific Islander Voices
In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re highlighting powerful conversations with Asian American and Pacific Islander guests who came to Cafe con Pam to share their stories, passions, and insights. From personal journeys to professional achievements, these episodes celebrate the diversity, resilience, and impact of the AAPI community.
Check out each episode below 👇
#376 - Strength in Authenticity with Elaine Lin Hering
In this episode we chatted with Elaine Lin Hering—a skilled facilitator, writer, and speaker known for her work in communication and conflict management.
Elaine shares her journey, exploring the complexities of her Asian American identity and the power of unlearning silence. We dive into her best-selling book, "Unlearning Silence," and discuss her shift from law to a fulfilling career as a solopreneur.
#372 - Planning for Creative Freedom with LAZOU
We sit down with LAZOU, a tech-savvy turned music maker, to discuss her journey of leaving the corporate world for creative freedom. We talk about the nuances of Asian and Latino identities, the complexities of migration, and the importance of embracing diverse experiences.
#329 - Navigating the Challenges of Dietetics with Naria Le Mire
Naria shares her journey of discovering the field of dietetics and her desire to become a registered dietitian. However, she encountered numerous challenges along the way, highlighting the lack of diversity in the field and the difficulties aspiring dietitians face in finding internships and preceptors.
#308 - Learning to Love Yourself with Reema Zaman
In this episode, award-winning author, speaker, and coach, Reema Zaman, explores her journey from childhood experiences shaping her feminist voice to her struggles with self-rebellion, anorexia, and toxic relationships. She also shares how she found empowerment through writing, self-discovery, and reclaiming her voice.
#255 - For Women's Reproductive Rights with Dr. Sophia Yen
Dr. Sophia Yen is the CEO and co-founder of Pandia Health, the only doctor-founded and woman-led birth control delivery service. Dr. Yen shares her personal journey as a first-generation Taiwanese American, her motivation to empower women with reproductive agency, and the medical realities around periods, birth control, and women’s health equity.
#196 - Querer es Poder with Sarah Farzam
Sarah Farzam is the Founder and CEO of Bilingual Birdies. Sarah is half Mexican and half Iranian and grew up speaking Spanish, Farsi and English. In this episode, we talk about seeing cultural heritage as an advantage, her journey as an entrepreneur, and how mindfulness can help parents improve their relationship with their children.
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