what it actually takes to build a podcast: season 2 reflections

welcome to hot pursuit's summer shorts! in today's episode, the hp girls discover that the wheel of misfortune gives mercy to no one. let the chaos begin. 0:00 round 1 12:06 round 2 21:23 round 3 CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Sutton Dreher of Adler Grey Videography Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

as season 2 wraps, the hot pursuit girls look back on the crazy journey so far: the highlights, the struggles, and everything they’ve learned along the way. they share what it’s really like working together, reflect on the mistakes that helped them grow, and celebrate the moments that shaped them individually and together along the way. CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Sutton Dreher of Adler Grey Videography Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

is being single in your 30s truly a drought, or could it actually be a season that changes you for the better? in this episode, the hot pursuit girls open up about the loneliness and woes of being single in your 30s, while celebrating the unexpected freedom that comes with truly getting to know yourself deeply. the girls share advice they wish they could give their 20-year-old selves about love, timing, and learning to trust the story. 0:00 symptoms of being single in your 30s 24:55 the woes of singleness 34:10 getting to know yourself better 43:47 respect being essential in a relationship 46:37 advice to your 20-year-old self  CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

what does it actually take to build a career you’re excited about? in this episode, the hot pursuit girls discuss navigating the throes of corporate america and pursuing passions that don’t always fit the traditional path. they share their experiences forging major career shifts throughout the years and how learning to bet on yourself opens the door to a career that is one step closer to fulfilling your dreams and passions. 0:00 overview of hp girls' corporate backgrounds 12:14 what lies were you sold at the start of your corporate career? 20:55 when did you realize corporate was a game? 25:55 planning your escape out of the corporate hole 33:00 is there a time to stay the course? 40:53 after you decide you want it, how do you get there? 50:56 common mistakes in making career jumps 54:25 last words of advice for forging your path CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Sutton Dreher of Adler Grey Videography Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

how much of who you are began generations before you? in this episode, the hot pursuit girls share stories about their grandparents: the lives they lived, the hardships they endured, and the ways their experiences shaped their family lines. from sharing sweet memories to honest reflections on generational trauma, the girls reflect on how understanding their grandparents has helped them understand their parents, themselves, and the pieces of their family legacy they’re proud to carry forward today. 0:00 our grandparents’ stories 7:43 favorite memories with our grandparents 16:11 the struggles of grandmothers endured 20:20 intergenerational trauma 31:20 one thing we took forward from our grandparents  40:40 chinese grandma cooking is elite 46:36 caring for aging grandparents CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

we often write open letters to our past loves or family members... but what about our teachers? in this heartfelt episode, jen, emily, and madelyn each read open letters they wrote to the teachers who shaped them deeply, sharing the lessons, encouragement, and small moments that stayed with them long after the classroom. the hp girls reflect on the people who believed in them, challenged them, and helped make them who they are today. 0:00 why our teachers matter so much 4:56 jen’s letter to her teacher 23:57 mads’ letter to her teacher 43:09 em’s letter to her teacher CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

as a woman in her 30s, do you really learn to love your body a little more? or do we all just get a lil better at the "self-love" talk? in this episode, the hot pursuit girls share the ups and downs of learning to embrace their bodies as they are (with all the quirks and imperfections that come with it). they share the pivotal moments from childhood when body image insecurities kicked in, realizing how body image trends are constantly shifting sand, and one part of their body image they're learning to accept (and maybe even love) a little more lately. 0:00 rapid fire of our body insecurities  17:28 when did it all go wrong? 25:13 has your relationship with your body image changed in your 30s? 35:53 creating habits that make you feel your best 41:54 body image is a trend 49:50 one thing you’ve learned to love about your body CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

no really tho... is church a community or a cult? maybe a bit of both? the rituals, traditions, and practices in many faith contexts can be high key overwhelming for anyone. in this episode, the hot pursuit ladies share their thoughts about how church can feel kinda whack (and toxic) from the outside, but can sometimes be the place where they've experienced deep relationships (and somehow found each other). 0:00 rapid fire: getting our feet wet 16:49 rapid fire: getting cult-y 27:40: rapid fire: getting culty-er for sure 30:48 so is church a cult? 43:10 can church be a community? CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

the hp girls delve into the uncomfortable topic of anger - how do you deal with it? is it bad? what do you do when someone is angry at you? why does anger exist in the first place? can you use anger for good? despite being one of the least approachable emotions, anger is a critical part of the human experience. jen, emily, & madelyn attempt to grapple with the dissonance of giving anger enough space without allowing it to be harmful. 0:00 rapid fire: does this make you angry? 15:38 are you an angry person? 23:04 is anger bad? 26:39 healthy anger management techniques 29:20 how do you express anger?  34:48 is anger necessary? 47:35 one thing that has helped you manage your anger better CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

how much of reality tv is scripted & why is it so enticing? the hp girls break down reality tv's draw, what's missing in the reality tv landscape, and discuss the bigger implications of how reality tv is a snapshot of where society stands culturally - good or bad. emily shares an experience auditioning for a reality tv show, and how it fundamentally shifted her impression of this form of entertainment! 0:00 reality tv rapid fire: watch or not? 16:35 what makes reality tv appealing? 21:22 what goes into making good reality tv? 26:14 would you ever be part of a reality tv show? 31:38 what is missing in the reality tv landscape? 39:26 em’s experience auditioning for reality tv 49:20 reality tv is reflective of society CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices