Best Wave Maker Media Podcasts (2025)

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The Palisades Fire: A Sandcastles Special Trailer 2:51

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In an age of unstoppable wildfires, meet the people finding a new way forward. We take you into the heart of the deadly Palisades Fire with the everyday men and women who stepped forward to defend their community.By Wave Maker Media

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Jodi Long — Championing Performers, Breaking Barriers, Shaping Hollywood - 5 X 22 36:43

4M ago36:43

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In this powerful episode of Asian Pacific Voices Radio, Emmy-winning actress and SAG-AFTRA leader In this compelling episode of Asian Pacific Voices Radio, Emmy-winning actress and union leader Jodi Long joins host Rasha Goel for an inspiring conversation about her lifelong mission to amplify underrepresented voices on stage, screen, and beyond. Jo…

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From Snack Bar to Sky High: The Trailblazing Taste-Maker Behind Mama Go’s - 5 X 21 27:17

4M ago27:17

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Iva Chen is a dynamic entrepreneur, CPA, and community advocate whose career spans finance, hospitality, and small business empowerment. A UC Santa Barbara graduate, she began at Deloitte before holding leadership roles at Nestlé USA, CBS Paramount, and The Capital Group. Currently CEO of IOC Design & Consulting and Chief Development Officer of Lad…

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From Rock Stages to Runways: Kaila Yu’s Global Journey of Unapologetic Expression - 5 X 20 25:45

4M ago25:45

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Kaila Yu is a luxury travel and culture writer and on-camera correspondent based in Los Angeles, with bylines in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Los Angeles Times, Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveler, and more. Her debut memoir, Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty, will be published on August 19, 2025, by Penguin Random …

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Yunte Huang: Rewriting America Through a Global Lens - 5 X 19 34:25

5M ago34:25

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Yunte Huang, Distinguished Professor of English at UC Santa Barbara and 2014–15 Guggenheim Fellow, is the award-winning author of Charlie Chan, Inseparable, and Daughter of the Dragon. His works, acclaimed by The New York Times, NPR, and others, explore history, identity, and cross-cultural narratives.…

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Kainalu Moya: Riding the Waves of Heritage, Identity, and Heroism - 5 X 18 29:22

5M ago29:22

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Kainalu Moya is an Asian American actor hailing from Kaneohe, Oahu. Kainalu, also known as “Kai”, is best known for his roles on Power Rangers Dino/Cosmic Fury and the Villains of Valley View. He is a competitive Taekwondo fighter and frequently competes at Taekwondo tournaments across the nation. Kainalu just won gold at the 2025 USA Taekwondo Nat…

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Ranella Ferrer: Soulful Power, Unstoppable Spirit, A Voice That Inspires - 5 X 17 29:26

5M ago29:26

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Ranella Ferrer is a dynamic Filipino-American singer, songwriter, and media personality renowned for her powerful vocals and inspiring personal journey. Hailing from the Philippines, she began performing at the age of 3 and moved to the U.S. at 13 to pursue her musical dreams. Nicknamed the “Asian Queen of Soul,” Ferrer has opened for artists such …

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Drea Castro: Telling Stories That Heal, Uplift, and Entertain - 5 X 16 30:13

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Drea Castro is a storyteller, photographer, and creative force amplifying underrepresented voices through film, editorial, and portraiture. A 2025 Gold Telly Award winner, her work spans working alongside passion filled peers with Baldy for the Blind, Bless, and Black Hat—films rooted in heart and visibility. She’s appeared on HBO, ABC, and most re…

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Dichen Lachman: Shapeshifting Through Sci-Fi, Culture, and Character - 5 X 15 36:31

6M ago36:31

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Dichen Lachman is a Tibetan-Nepalese Australian actress known for her captivating presence and dynamic range across film and television. She stars as “Gemma” and “Ms. Casey” in Apple TV+’s acclaimed series Severance, earning praise from Esquire and Rolling Stone for her standout performance. Lachman first gained recognition in Joss Whedon’s Dollhou…

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Minori Ito: Bridging Generations, Cultures, and Creativity Through Story and Soul - 5 X14 27:49

6M ago27:49

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Minori Ito is a Japanese Sri Lankan model, Columbia University graduate, and future Harvard student, celebrated for breaking barriers in the fashion industry while advocating for diversity and inclusion. Born in Los Angeles and raised in Massachusetts, she blends her multicultural heritage into her personal style and professional work. Beyond model…

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Charles Yu: Redefining Representation Through Sharp Wit and Unforgettable Stories - 5 X 13 33:44

6M ago33:44

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Charles Yu is the author of four books, including the New York Times bestselling novel Interior Chinatown, which won the National Book Award for Fiction, and is now a limited series streaming on Hulu and Disney+ (for which he served as creator and showrunner). He has also written for shows on FX, AMC, and HBO, and is developing feature film project…

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Christopher H.K. Lee: Bridging Art, Education, and Humanity Through the Power of Story - 5 X 12 20:40

6M ago20:40

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Christopher HK Lee is an award-winning film director and content producer with over 35 years of experience in media, animation, and education. His acclaimed documentaries, including "The Last Tear" and "Forgotten Victory," have earned over 60 awards and been screened at top festivals, including the Oscars and Cannes. A former professor at instituti…

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Panney Wei: Empowering Minds, Elevating Voices, and Transforming Generations - 5 X 11 33:01

7M ago33:01

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Panney Wei is an award-winning motivational speaker, certified clinical hypnotherapist, and the Chief Empowerment Officer of See the Way Consulting. With a rich heritage linked to Qing dynasty General Tso Tsung-tang, Panney inspires individuals, especially women, to unleash their potential and achieve lasting transformation through hypnotherapy, co…

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Vera Chow: Weaving Culture, Craft, and Character into Every Stitch - 5 X 10 33:38

7M ago33:38

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Vera Chow is a Hong Kong-raised, NYC/LA-based Film and TV Costume Designer best known for her work on AMC’s The Walking Dead and Netflix’s The Brothers Sun, starring Michelle Yeoh. With nearly 20 years of global experience, her dynamic portfolio spans period dramas, sci-fi, arthouse, and large-scale epics, including recent critically acclaimed proj…

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Anthony Basco: Turning Heat into Hope - 5 X 9 27:23

7M ago27:23

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Anthony Basco is the founder of Boss Coast LLC, a bold brand born from resilience, redemption, and a powerful personal journey. After serving nearly a decade in prison, Anthony transformed a simple recipe into a mission-driven business that now reaches shelves across North America. Through his work as a speaker and mentor, he uses his story to insp…

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Jeff Kim: Teaching History, Inspiring Civic Action, and Reimagining Education for the Future - 5 X 8 27:59

7M ago27:59

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Dr. Jeffrey Soo Kim is an accomplished educator with over 23 years of experience in schools, having served as an instructional coach, administrator, civic lead, teacher educator, and curriculum author. He created the first high school Korean American Studies course for Anaheim Union High School District and currently teaches future education leader…

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Susan Zhang: Driving Classical Music Forward—One Community at a Time - 5 X 7 27:28

7M ago27:28

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Susan Zhang is a pianist, educator, and entrepreneur known for her dynamic performances and innovative outreach. A prizewinning soloist, she has performed internationally and co-founded The Concert Truck, a mobile music venue bringing classical concerts to outdoor spaces nationwide. Susan has collaborated with major institutions like the Kennedy Ce…

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Jen Soriano: Rewriting Narratives, Amplifying Justice - 5 X 6 28:29

8M ago28:29

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Jen Soriano is a Filipinx-American writer, performer, and narrative strategist whose work bridges grassroots organizing and art-driven social change. They are the award-winning author of Nervous: Essays on Heritage and Healing and co-editor of Closer to Liberation: A Pina/xy Activist Anthology. A recipient of fellowships from Artist Trust, Hugo Hou…

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Radhika Vekaria: Channeling Ancient Wisdom into Healing Soundscapes for the Soul - 5 X 5 34:51

8M ago34:51

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Radhika Vekaria is a Grammy-nominated British-Indian artist known for blending ancient Sanskrit mantras with modern soundscapes to create spiritually immersive music. Having overcome a childhood speech impediment through singing, she now uses her voice as a tool for healing and transformation. Her acclaimed album Warriors of Light earned her a 2025…

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Nicole Cabell: A Voice of Grace, Power, and Purpose in the World of Opera - 5 X 4 30:00

8M ago30:00

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Nicole Cabell is an award-winning American soprano known for her rich voice and versatile artistry. Born in California with African American, Korean, and Caucasian heritage, she rose to international fame after winning the 2005 BBC Cardiff Singer of the World Competition. She has performed leading roles at top opera houses like the Royal Opera Hous…

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Chef Katie Chin: Stirring Up Culture, One Dish at a Time - 5 X 3 36:49

8M ago36:49

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Celebrity Chef Katie Chin is an award-winning cookbook author, caterer, and Culinary Ambassador to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. The daughter of restaurateur Leeann Chin, Katie grew up in the kitchen before beginning a successful career in film and television marketing—eventually returning to her culinary roots. She co-hosted the PBS se…

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Minji Chang: Storytelling, Representation & Breaking Barriers - 5 X 2 33:10

9M ago33:10

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Minji Chang is a Korean American actor, producer, writer, and podcast host based in Los Angeles. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she earned a BA in Public Health from UC Berkeley and initially worked in violence prevention and tech before transitioning to the entertainment industry. She served as the Global Executive Director of Kollabo…

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Adhrucia Apana: Amplifying Voices Through Film - 5 X 1 30:21

9M ago30:21

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Adhrucia Apana is an Artist, Writer, and the Founder of the production company Curiosity Entertainment, which develops and packages film and television, books, and provides music supervision. As a producer, she’s brought powerful films to life, including the Emmy-nominated “The Survivor” by Barry Levinson starring Ben Foster, “Needle in a Timestack…

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Ep.39 - Peter Joli Wilson. A pioneer of Australian Surf Photography. 58:54

12M ago58:54

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Travis and I walk the elevated driveway to the legendary Peter Joli Wilson's residence. Perched atop a hill, we overlook the distant waters of the Gold Coast. "Please, come in," Joli greets us and invites us in. I've never done a podcast before!" He smiles as we sit at the family dining table. "Don't worry, mate," I reply. I've done a few." Joli as…

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Ep.38 - Dylan Brayshaw. 53:52

1y ago53:52

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Dylan reassures me that we should paddle out here. I don't agree; I've surfed this place for 20 years. A bomb set washes through the keyhole further up where I'm pointing. "Ok, we'll go out here, I say." Dylan's already 20 meters away, paddling out...I'm arguing alone. lol. I've been trying to have a conversation with Dylan for over a year. His You…

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Ep.37 - Talon Clemow. Award winning film maker, Big Wave Hunter, Adventurer + Owner of One Palm Media. 1:06:42

1y ago1:06:42

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Thundercloud...a surf documentary about MASSIVE waves at a life threatening location...this was Talon's pinnacle of his craft at the time...independent film making. Talon's an award winning Cinema film maker that's humble enough to only mention it after pressing him. In this Episode we talk about his experience working in the TV industry, being hea…

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Ep.36 - Hannah Prewitt. 49:43

1y ago49:43

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Hannah Prewitt a former marine biologist, sits with me overlooking a beautiful morning on the shores of Dicky Beach. In this episode of Chasing Clarity she tells me of her worldwide travels, being mentored by famous surf photographer Joli, moving to Noosa and the trials and tribulations of going pro in her creative passion. There's plenty of learni…

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Visionary Entrepreneur, Amplifying Voices: Shaping the Future of Tech and Media - 4 X 36 38:39

1y ago38:39

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Jonathan is a serial entrepreneur and investor, known for founding Geekwire.com and PicMonkey, a leading photo-editing platform. He currently owns and publishes the re-booted Seattle Magazine and Seattle Business Magazine. Jonathan has the unique distinction of being the first to sell two companies to Google and a third to Shutterstock. His latest …

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Asian Pacific Voices: Exploring Community, Culture, and Service with San Diego's Finest - 4 X 35 37:12

1y ago37:12

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Lieutenant Taerance Oh has served with the San Diego Police Department for over 21 years. Originally from Seoul, South Korea, he immigrated to the U.S. at age three and grew up in Los Angeles. A former United States Marine, Taerance is a 3rd-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and enjoys coaching martial arts. He has held various roles within the depa…

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Bridging History and Heritage: The Inspiring Journey of Flip Ahn Cuddy - 4 x 34 34:24

1y ago34:24

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Flip Ahn Cuddy, an American of Irish and Korean heritage, is a descendant of the Dosan Ahn Chang Ho family, the first Korean American family in the U.S. His mother, Susan Ahn Cuddy, was the first Asian woman in the U.S. Navy and the first female Gunnery Officer in U.S. Armed Forces history. Flip holds degrees in Anthropology and Geography and is an…

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Leading with Passion, Empowering Communities, and Fighting for Justice - 4 X 33 32:33

1y ago32:33

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Kalaya'an Mendoza is a Queer, Disabled, Filipino human rights defender, street medic, and community safety & mutual protection expert. For the last two decades, he has worked in solidarity with frontline communities worldwide to co-build their capacity to respond to state and non-state actor violence. He currently serves as the Director of Mutual P…

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Championing Voices, Amplifying Stories – Bridging Cultures Through Film and PR - 4 X 32 28:57

1y ago28:57

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Jeremiah Abraham is an award-winning Marketing and Public Relations Executive with nearly 20 years in the entertainment industry. As the Founder and CEO of Tremendous Communications, he has become a leading voice in making Hollywood more inclusive of the AAPI community, spotlighting talent, and producing films and TV shows. His notable projects inc…

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Advocating for a Greener Future through Inclusion, Education, and Action - 4 X 31 27:46

1y ago27:46

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Kristy Drutman, known as "Browngirl Green," is a media producer, speaker, and environmental educator focusing on the intersection of media, diversity, and environmentalism. She has reached global audiences with her content and workshops on environmental issues. As the Co-Founder of the Green Jobs Board, Kristy is committed to bridging the equity ga…

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Crafting Elegance, Celebrating Individuality – Venk Modur, The Visionary Behind Iconic Style - 4 X 30 23:21

1+ y ago23:21

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Venk Modur is a Los Angeles-based celebrity stylist, costume designer, and actor whose clients have been featured on the Academy Awards red carpet, in Vanity Fair magazine, and on numerous 'best dressed' lists. His aesthetic combines fashion with cultural significance and unique uses of accessories, bold colors, and neutrals. He's mastered the art …

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Breaking Boundaries with Laughter – Karan Soni, Where Comedy Meets Heart - 4 X 29 31:13

1+ y ago31:13

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Karan Soni was born in New Delhi, India. He debuted as Kemal in Yusuf Sumer's short comedy film Kaka Nirvana, where he co-starred with Rachel Quinn. In 2016, Soni rose to international prominence as Dopinder in Tim Miller's action film Deadpool, a role he later reprised in David Leitch's sequel Deadpool 2. In this episode, Karan shared insights abo…

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Trailblazing Success, Inspiring Generations – Loida Lewis, Empowering the Future of Leadership - 4 X 28 35:25

1+ y ago35:25

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Loida Lewis is the first Filipina lawyer to pass the New York State Bar and is a businesswoman, philanthropist, and leader in the global Filipino community. After her husband's passing, she took over TLC Beatrice International, driving the company to continued success. A former General Attorney for the US Immigration and Naturalization Service, Lew…

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Tom Woods. How to get paid to do Surf Photography, Commercial Imagery and Travel the world. 1:18:31

1+ y ago1:18:31

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Tom Woods and I met at an Aquatech event, I'd gone to support Sean Scott (not that he needs my support) but I'd met him through the Gold Coast Community and we'd talked about getting him on the show....something that hasn't happened as yet...anyway, I was perusing the gear, talking shop to one of the staff and Tom approached me, " I know that voice…

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Spinning the Beats, Shattering the Ceilings – DJ K Sly, the Sound of Empowerment - 4 X 27 29:27

1+ y ago29:27

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DJ KSLY (K-Sly) is the first Asian female DJ to achieve mainstream success and has been a trailblazer since the '90s. Starting when DJing was just a hobby, she turned it into a career, aiming for multi-platform success as a Party, Radio, and TV DJ. KSLY disrupted the industry, paving the way for more women DJs. She is now part of the female-led Pri…

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Odell Harris. The Past, The Present, The Future. 1:20:53

1+ y ago1:20:53

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I've been apprehensive about releasing this, episode 20. It's always daunting bearing a little of your soul on a public forum, how much sharing of your personal life is too much and how much is actually related to the topic of the show, a feel-good show about something we do...it's simple, we love the ocean and we enjoy being creative around it. On…

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Travis Johnson. Round 2. 1 year on in the world of Surf Photography. 40:09

1+ y ago40:09

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"I'm the happiest I've ever been!" The Don says to me as we exit the water one afternoon. Once dry and walking to order our favourite Little Mali treat I turn and invite him back on the show to tell the world how he's progressing in his surf photography journey. In this episode I'm stoked to bring you a conversation with an artist that has progress…

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Thomas Baertl. From CEO Banker to Professional Photographer. 29:32

1+ y ago29:32

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Thomas Baertl sits opposite me over overlooking a different body of water, today we sit at the Power House on the Brisbane River and discuss how this German Banker turned his back on corporate life for the life of a creative. It takes a certain courage to walk away from a career 20 years in the making, Thomas gives me insight into this, and advice …

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Championing Asian American Stories, Preserving Cultural Heritage - 4 X 26 31:24

1+ y ago31:24

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Stephen Gong has been the Executive Director of the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) since 2006. He joined CAAM in 1980 and has held positions at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the American Film Institute. Stephen has also lectured in Asian American Studies at UC Berkeley, where he d…

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Larisa Cevallos. Sweet Ocean Conservation. 26:30

1+ y ago26:30

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In this episode of Chasing Clarity I speak to Larisa Cevallos or as she's known to most 'Sweet Ocean'. Sweet Ocean is a GoPro family member, we talk about how she achieved this and what lessons up and comers can take from it. What Larisa lacks in size she makes up for in passion and a pure unadulterated desire to heal the planet. She spoke with joy…

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Storyteller Jaswant Shrestha: Bringing Cultures to Life - 4 X 25 32:43

1+ y ago32:43

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Jaswant Shrestha, an Emmy-winning documentarian, producer, and actor, is known for his cultural film "Festival of Saraswati Puja." His roles in major films like "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" and "Ms. Marvel" Have captivated audiences worldwide. Jaswant invites you to explore his incredible journey. In this episode, Jaswant not only …

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Amanda. A female perspective. 40:00

1+ y ago40:00

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Amanda takes a seat opposite me. We overlook a crowded part of the ocean, not for over, away from the crowds the sea is still, we swam together taking images of surfers earlier that morning. Our eyes are red and our bodies weary as we settle in for a chat about water photography, droning, shooting weddings and the time she was swooped by a shark. I…

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Thao Huynh French: Transforming Walls with Heritage, Art, and Heart - 4 X 24 36:18

1+ y ago36:18

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Thao Huynh French is an artist, muralist, and photographer. Born in Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, she lives and works in San Diego, CA. She is best known for co-founding Mindful Murals™ with her husband, where together they’ve painted over 300 community murals for schools and public spaces all over California. In addition to painting murals, she develops …

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Geoff White + Jared Richards. Water therapy, mental health and friendship. 37:45

1+ y ago37:45

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The Froth brothers 1 + 2 join me on the show in this episode. They are shy lads out of the water and it was a snap decision to get them on. We had just surfed and shot a little favourite wave across the border. Geoff, as always made me look better at surfing than I am. These two are responsible for me wholeheartedly getting into IN water photograph…

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Chanchanit Martorell: Shaping Cities, Inspiring Minds, Crafting Stories - 4 X 23 35:39

1+ y ago35:39

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Chanchanit (Chancee) Martorell is an activist, educator, urban planner, and community development practitioner. She is the Founder and Executive Director of the Thai Community Development Center, which advocates for victims of human trafficking and affordable housing, among other causes. In this episode, Chancee discusses their efforts to improve t…

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Grant Morris. Vissla Surf Photographer, being selfless, teaching Sydney siders and a mysterious shark. 27:28

1+ y ago27:28

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At 6'3, 120kg Grant Morris, The Aqua Zulu takes up a large portion of the pre-dawn light as he approaches my borrowed NSW-plated car..."Just fit it in there" he says sounding like a bigger version of Tony Greg, his thick South African accent breaking the dark 5 am silence. I flew in the day before and stayed on the other side of the bridge, an hour…

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Sweetening Life's Moments with Mochi Gummies - 4 X 22 30:45

1+ y ago30:45

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Mika Shino, a first-generation Japanese entrepreneur, founded Issei Mochi Gummies in 2022. She created the world's first all-natural mochi gummy brand, which is vegan, kosher, and free of gluten, dairy, soy, and nuts. Her company, which is woman- and minority-founded, owned, and led, has disrupted the candy sector by offering a clean-label, better-…