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Malaysians Abroad Podcast

Malaysians Abroad Podcast

Stories have the power to teach, inspire people, and connect communities. The Malaysians Abroad Podcast brings on everyday Malaysians around the world to share their stories, no matter how mundane or exciting, controversial or intriguing. Join Shan, Han, and Evan in conversations on lifestyle and cultural differences, systemic challenges, work and relationships, and more. New episodes out bi-weekly on Mondays! Share your thoughts and connect with us on Instagram @malaysiansabroadpodcast

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All Episodes

00:35:01

S2 E11 - Season Finale: Big Strides, Changing Tides

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/11/15

Season 2, done and dusted! In this finale episode, Shan, Han and Evan chat about what's been going on for us in our personal lives. The common denominator? Transitions. Hence the title: Big Strides, Changing Tides.We also recap our Season 2 highlights, including truly humbling interactions with our listeners and connecting with Malaysians abroad to help flood victims back home. Plus, we name our favourite episodes to record this season! We will be taking a break before Season 3 of the podcast, but

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00:37:47

S2 E10: Shadow Puppets of the East ft. Aaron Thaddeus

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/10/04

Do you hide your Malaysianness or wear it with pride when you're living abroad? Oh, how the tables have turned! For a change, our podcast guest interviews Shan, Han, and Evan as we take a deep dive into our Malaysian identity. This episode is part 1 of our collab with Aaron Thaddeus (@aaronthaddeus.creates), a fellow Malaysian based in North Carolina. Our conversation explores how colonialism has impacted our identity as Malaysians. It has subconsciously weaved into our first choice of language to

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00:46:55

S2 E9 - Doctor Turned Doula: Building a Family,...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/07/11

What is it like to become a new parent? What is it like to realize your career is no longer what you enjoy doing? We chatted with Dr. Kristal Lau who left her career as a doctor, moved to Germany, and raised her family there. Our conversation with this Malaysian mom revolves around how she found her own support community in a different country, how a woman's identity changes after becoming a mother, and her side-hustle which aims to help new moms to cope with the transition. Explore all this with us

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00:41:56

S2 E8 - Who Am I? : Unpacking Identity, Culture &...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/06/14

What makes us who we are? Is it our environment, culture, or our community? We take a deep dive into this with Uncle Kok Mun, a professional counselor based in Oregon, US. We discuss the changes in our identity when we move abroad and how to stay rooted in one's identity. Uncle Kok Mun also tells us about the way different cultures and communities perceive romantic relationships as well as the biases that exist with popular personality tests like the MBTI. Whether you're a Malaysian or not, abroad

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00:47:03

S2 E7 - Making Sense of Cents: Shifting Your Money...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/05/30

Have you ever felt like your identity is strongly tied to your financial worth? In this episode, we speak to Michelle Chin about building a healthy relationship with our money. Michelle Chin, the creator of HerDuit @her.duit tells us about her journey into personal finance, what a good relationship with money looks like, and how to set healthy financial goals. Also, did you know that our personal life experiences and social media can impact how we perceive wealth? All of that and more in this

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00:36:31

S2 E6 - Therapy Is For Everyone: Mental Health...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/05/09

Dear Malaysians, how's your mental health? Mental Health Awareness Month is here, and we're honoured to have Shobana on the show. Shobana is a US-based behavioral coach manager and professional therapist by trade. In our interview with her, we look into questions like: Is going to therapy really a sign of weakness? Does going to therapy help or affect relationships? How do you find the right therapist? And since we're all Malaysians, we had to address the stigma around mental health in Malaysia

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00:34:44

S2 E5: Is My Faith My Race? Discovering Islam as a...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/04/25

In Malaysia, the law dictates that a non-Muslim marrying a Muslim must convert to Islam. Such a law doesn't exist in Singapore, and inter-religious marriage is welcome. Peiru, a Malaysian Chinese married to a Malay Muslim man in Singapore, still chose to convert to Islam despite the freedom she had and the pushback from the older generation in her family. We chat with her about: her journey converting to Islam—challenges and funny moments included her view of Islam before and after embracing the

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00:36:47

S2 E4 - When Love Wins: Embracing Sexuality,...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/04/11

Love always wins. Our guest today is Aisha, whose relationship is far from your average love story. Through her life experiences including living in the UK, Aisha's perspective has changed for the better. She has explored her identity as a bisexual, relearned her personal faith, and redefined romantic relationships. This interview with Aisha taught us a lot. Mainly, it reminded us that our identity comes first and foremost before being in love with someone. We hope you take some time to digest the

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00:32:25

S2 E3 - I'm a Malaysian: Being Rooted in Identity...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/03/28

"Where are you really from?" When you're a third-culture kid, answering that question is tough... but not for Pavitra, who confidently answers, "I'm from Malaysia!" (no matter how many times she's asked). Pavitra shares why she is proud of her identity as a Malaysian, having lived in Dubai, Tokyo and London. We pick Pavitra's brain on adapting to new places, forming relationships, and staying true to yourself. What do you think of her story? Let us know on our IG @malaysiansabroadpodcast! ---

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00:48:26

S2 E2 - A Ride with Pride: Exploring Sexual...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/03/14

Despite the rainbow in the flag 🏳️‍🌈, life wasn't always sunshine and rainbows for our guests, Sharon and Willy. In this episode, they share their stories exploring their identities as LGBTQ+ individuals and how their time in the States - during two very different eras - play a part in that. We dive into their journeys of bravery and fear, of acceptance and discrimination, and how their choices and experiences ultimately resulted in one of them returning to Malaysia and the other staying in the

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00:39:13

S2 E1 - What's New in Season 2: Reflecting on...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2022/02/28

Malaysians Abroad Podcast launches Season 2: relationships & identity! Tune in to this kick-off episode with your hosts - Shan, Han and Evan - as they look back on their relationships with themselves, their loved ones, and their work life. Find out when Evan's first boyfriend was, Hannah's tips for taking care of yourself, and Shan's thoughts on therapy. Do you have a story to tell? DM us at @malaysiansabroadpodcast and we'll be in touch! --- Support this podcast:

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00:46:21

S1 E11 - Season Finale: A Look Back, A Leap Forward

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/12/31

What a season it has been! In this FINAL episode for Season 1, the big reveal! Who's our new host? As we wrap up our first season, we recap all the episodes, look back at our favourite juicy moments and chat about our experiences with podcasting. There's also some of our personal reflections as we end 2021 and leap ahead to 2022. We will be back soon for Season 2, speaking about relationships of Malaysians abroad. And as always, you can still chat with us on Instagram @malaysiansabroadpodcast

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00:37:31

S1 E10 - Continental Leap of Faith: Big Moves in Big...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/12/17

This is the FINAL guest episode for season 1! In this episode, we chat with Samuel - a friend of Hannah's from uni. Since graduating, he's had a whirlwind of a career journey, bringing him to Vancouver, Canada today. We talk about how he got a job offer at Apple and then at Microsoft. We learn about time management and mental wellbeing in a fast-paced tech industry, and how Samuel keeps his faith at the centre of his choices. In retrospect, all our decisions lead us to where we are today, and that

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00:32:39

S1 E9 - Blooming in the Boom: Building a Successful...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/12/03

What's the business scene like in a developing country like Vietnam? In this episode we speak to Keith (@thatkeithtan), a serial entrepreneur and business development consultant. He is now based in Hanoi, Vietnam where he Hanoi's first autodetailing business and is running a few other ventures. He tells us about the business and startup scene in Vietnam, the working culture and how it is very much influenced by the country's history. In fact, that's the case in almost all countries. History and

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00:36:41

S1 E8 - A Boss Against Learning Loss: Running...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/11/19

Since the pandemic hit, schools have been shut down and Malaysian students have had to stay home. A lack of resources and accessibility inspired Kaveen to start RakanTutor (@rakantutor) to overcome learning loss and bridge the education gap for the underprivileged. RakanTutor does free tutoring programs for Malaysian students and is completely powered by the youth. Kaveen shares how the core team manages the nonprofit organization across different timezones with us in this episode. Listen also for

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00:38:47

S1 E7 - No Whining, Just Wining: Thriving Alone in...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/11/05

In this episode, we join Zee (@mr__zee) on his internship journey in the hospitality industry. A restaurant server with an adventurous spirit and an interest in the dining experience, Zee explored food culture in France beyond just being a meal. Having had no friends or connections in a rural town in Montagnac, Zee shares how he adapted to a foreign culture without knowing the language (12:30) nor WiFi access. We talk about fitting into a completely different community abroad (18:30), changing your

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00:30:09

S1 E6 - To B or Not to B: Building a New Identity in...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/10/22

Growing up Malaysian, straight A’s and academic milestones have always been at the forefront of what success means. Megan, a STEM Masters grad in the US, recalls an encounter with her professor who showed her that we don’t have to know it all to be successful. We talk about the glaring flaws in the Malaysian education system in shaping our minds, and how to embrace failures and welcome them in our education and careers. This is one for all the students and young professionals still figuring out

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00:34:01

S1 E5 - Gaijin, Reikin & Spyin': Working & Living in...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/10/08

Wouldn't it be nice to live in Japan? In our first ever episode with 2 guests, we take a deep dive into the side of Japan that is rarely seen. Lynn and Gloria teach in Yokohama, Japan and have lived the ordinary day-to-day working life. Come listen to them spill the matcha on Japanese societal norms as a gaijin (foreigner), their personal takes on safety, and the nitty-gritty details of settling down there which include reikin. We found it intriguing to see the other side of the rising sun, though

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00:35:55

S1 E4 - Moving Up in the Land Down Under: Building a...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/09/24

Ever had to identify your ethnicity on a checkbox whether Malay, Chinese, Indian, or lain-lain? This episode will hit close to home if you answered yes. With Peimin, we talked about systemic racism in Malaysia - the real reason she has been planning her move to Australia since her secondary school days. In Malaysia, race-based favouritism, privileges and discrimination are embedded through certain laws and regulations. It has been this way for decades, and Peimin discusses how she chose to escape

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00:36:24

S1 E3 - Go Green or Go Home: Choosing Family Over...

Malaysians Abroad Podcast ·

2021/09/10

If you could migrate to a country by yourself, would you go ahead even if your family stays back home? In this episode, we speak to Brian Soo (@soohony on Instagram) who is the Chief Innovation Officer of Firefighter Industry Malaysia. We know Brian from a startup workshop 6 years ago. He was in the United States, got the green card and decided to come home to pursue his family business. Check out this episode if you are interested in: the flexibility of the US university education system

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