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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions on sensitive topics, including suicide, suicide attempts, and suicidal ideation, which some listeners may find distressing. Listener discretion is advised. Summary In this episode, Anhtuan Do, a Vietnamese American, shares his journey through suicidal thoughts and how it led to a creative awakening in his life. He opens up about his struggles with isolation, guilt, and the pressure to meet cultural and societal expectations. The episode highlights the importance of mental health and the need for open conversations about suicide and resilience. Anhtuan shares his journey of healing and transformation through therapy and writing. He also talks about how he started writing screenplays based on his personal experiences and how these stories have resonated with others. He emphasizes the importance of open conversations about mental health and encourages those who are struggling to seek help and take the first step towards healing. FOL

Angela Wu, a Taiwanese-American licensed mental health therapist, shares her journey of reclaiming her cultural identity and supporting mental health within the Asian American community. In this episode, we hear her experiences as a former teacher, the impact of discovering her undocumented status, and the challenges she faced. Angela also opens up about her conflicts with her identity and the trauma of experiencing assault, highlighting the importance of therapy and healing. The conversation covers themes of mental health, cultural identity, intergenerational trauma, and healing within the Asian American community. It explores the impact of shame, guilt, and the model minority stereotype on mental health. The journey of reclaiming cultural identity and the importance of open, vulnerable conversations with parents are also highlighted. FOLLOW ANGELA WU: The Sassy Asian Therapist Website ⁠The Sassy Asian Therapist Instagram The Sassy Asian Therapist YouTube FOLLOW THE BARE

We're back with Episode 16, babyyy! Today we are joined with a featured guest duo - Kas and Kai, a Blasian Hapa mom and son duo, who are hosts of the Real Talk with Kas & Kai Podcast! In this episode, we discuss their experiences and perspectives as multicultural individuals. They share insights into growing up in two different cultures, the struggles they faced, and how their heritage influences their personal identities and family dynamics. Buckle up, y'all! This one's an emotional one, but packed with so much empowerment! FOLLOW KAS & KAI: Kas & Kai's Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Kas & Kai's TikTok Kas & Kai's YouTube Link to The Real Talk with Kas & Kai Podcast FOLLOW THE BARE AND BRUTAL PODCAST ON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ BUSINESS INQUIRIES: bareandbrutalpodcast@gmail.com