Umami Mama

Our latest ep features baking extraordinaire and one of the stars of the latest season of The Great Australian Bake Off, Laura Foo. We chat to Laura about what motivated her to apply for the show, baking as a hobby vs as a career, why she’s passionate about cooking with flavours that she connects with, and break down the concept of Asians liking desserts that are “not too sweet”. You can find this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts!   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am  

What’s been your experience of making friends as an adult? In this episode, Jeff and Isabella discuss the state of their adult social lives, the importance of being selective with your free time, and the ease of befriending friends with similar cultural backgrounds. As always, you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

This episode comes with a trigger warning. There will be discussions of sexual assault, abuse and violence. If you need support, please consider contacting the 1800RESPECT hotline. This episode features Katherine Maria sharing her own survivor story. We discuss some of the reasons behind why many Asian women refuse to report their sexual assault, the pressure to stay silent, as well as some suggestions to help victim survivors come forward. This is a really special episode and we're so grateful to Katherine for letting us share her story. As always, you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

For our first episode of 2023, we sit down to chat about our relationship to our motherlands. After Isabella’s recent trip to Vietnam, we felt it would be a great time to debate our allegiance to our motherland, our travel experiences and the sensation of being a foreigner in a place where everyone looks like you. Monthly episodes for the rest of this year and as always, you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts!   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

Our last episode of the year features a two part conversation about the topic of new beginnings. In the first half, we sit down with our extremely talented friend and collaborator for our recent Small Fires short story, Sam Kenneally. We chat through the creative process that Sam utilised to create the beautiful artwork that brought our story to life. In the second half, Isabella and Jeff reflect on the year that was 2022 and discuss their hopes and ambitions for the new beginnings that 2023 will bring. Thank you to all our dear listeners for their continued support and love. We'll be taking a short break to rest and recharge, and we can't wait to show you what we have planned for 2023!   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

In one of our last eps of the year, we had the privilege to sit down with lifestyle and fashion writer, podcaster, journalist, and all around multi-hyphenate Maggie Zhou! We discuss the magic and difficulties of podcasting, fast fashion, and the trends surrounding ethical consumption. Episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts!   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

This time, it’s Isabella’s solo episode! Join her on her stream of consciousness as she discusses the nail salon and its connections to the Vietnamese community, its history and the space it occupies at the intersection of racial, classist and power dynamics. Let us know what you think of this format! If it’s something you all enjoy, maybe we’ll continue releasing more solo episodes. Listen to our episode below or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

We often talk about our childhood experiences on this podcast but we felt it was time to explore the world of tomorrow where we ourselves were parents. In this episode, we discuss our hypothetical parenting styles, fears of becoming parents, and the lives we would want our children to live. Episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts!   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

We’re finally trialling solo episodes! Our inaugural episode features Jeff speaking about his experience training Muay Thai aka Thai kickboxing. Jeff shares the story of how he fell into the sport, the things he loves about it, the drawbacks, and also shares the relationship he has had with his body image and weight over the course of his lifetime. Let us know what you think of this format! If it’s something you all enjoy, maybe we’ll continue releasing more solo episodes. Listen to our episode below or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with biochemist and researcher Dr Kumiko Ninomiya, otherwise affectionately known as Umami Mama. Specifically her work revolves around umami, especially in advocating for the rich understanding of umami in food. We discuss the origins and science of umami, and debunk many of the common misconceptions surrounding MSG. Listen to our episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts!   Have thoughts or concerns? Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiam.podcast/  Visit our website: https://www.asiam.me/    Find us on: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/as-i-am-podcast/id1506747439  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hw3zKWqz1eN2udaUvXDCX?si=0z2-K8j-TDmxBv_nfj2SnQ  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FzaWFtcG9kY2FzdC9mZWVkLnhtbA    As I Am