Asian Women For Health first launched its podcast series “Pathways from Resilience to Radiance,” in January of 2019. This program continues to amplify the voices of Asian women who boldly share their life experiences and health journeys as a source of insight, inspiration, and empowerment for others.
Tune in monthly with host, Audrey Paek, as she speaks to these dynamic change makers, who challenge the way we think about our own health, resilience, and self-care.
Tune in monthly with host, Audrey Paek, as she speaks to these dynamic change makers, who challenge the way we think about our own health, resilience, and self-care.
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ABOUT THE HOST
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Audrey Paek is the Co-Founder of Visionary Steps Charitable Foundation (VSCF), a nonprofit that provides funding and resources to foster the development and education of amateur athletes in competitive ballroom dancing.
Earlier in her career, Audrey worked in board relations at WGBH, Boston’s public broadcasting station, where she continues to volunteer her time as on-air talent. She has served as the emcee for Asian Women For Health’s signature fundraiser, CelebrAsians, for the past six years, and encourages Asian women to share their transformative stories as host of this podcast series. She is a proud alumna of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. |
RECENT PODCASTS
PODCAST EPISODE #21
Mary Wu
The Wu Way: Advocating for the Gift of Life through Organ & Tissue Donation
Mary Wu
The Wu Way: Advocating for the Gift of Life through Organ & Tissue Donation
Mary Hsiao-Ling Wu was diagnosed with renal agenesis at the tender age of three and her parents, who were immigrants from China, were told that kidney transplantation was the only option to save her life. Fortunately for Mary, she received the ultimate gift of two separate kidney transplants.
How does one become a donor? Is it only for the young and healthy? Aren’t there enough organs for those who need them? In this episode, Mary helps to dispel common myths around organ donation. Her lived experience has led her to become a champion for the organ donation and transplantation community. She is also widely recognized for her role as a patient and community health advocate, speaker, and contributor to various publications and social media blogs. As author of the book, “Confessions of a Kidney Transplant Recipient,” she chronicles her personal experiences and the people along the way who supported and guided her throughout her health journey.
In her spare time, Mary is a passionate foodie and loves tea, cats, travel, writing, arts and crafts, and swimming. You can learn more about her work and writings at her website: “The Wu Way” at https://www.thewuway.com.
RESOURCES:
- Mary Wu’s Website: http://www.thewuway.com
- Mary’s book, “Confessions of a Kidney Transplant Recipient” on Amazon.
- To become a life-saving organ, eye, and tissue donor: https://registerme.org/ or www.donatelife.net
- Live on NY, a local organ procurement organization: https://www.liveonny.org/
- Transplant Support Organization, a NY-based support group: https://www.transplantsupport.org/our-story
- Renal Support Network, a California and kidney-based support group: http://www.rsnhope.org
- UNOS (United Network Organ Sharing), a transplant system that is federally run: https://unos.org/
- Disaggregated Data on Organ Donation & Asian Americans: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=4&lvlid=57
* For More Podcast Episodes, visit Asian Women For Health:
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DISCLAIMER:
The information on this page is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content in this podcast is for general information purposes only.
How does one become a donor? Is it only for the young and healthy? Aren’t there enough organs for those who need them? In this episode, Mary helps to dispel common myths around organ donation. Her lived experience has led her to become a champion for the organ donation and transplantation community. She is also widely recognized for her role as a patient and community health advocate, speaker, and contributor to various publications and social media blogs. As author of the book, “Confessions of a Kidney Transplant Recipient,” she chronicles her personal experiences and the people along the way who supported and guided her throughout her health journey.
In her spare time, Mary is a passionate foodie and loves tea, cats, travel, writing, arts and crafts, and swimming. You can learn more about her work and writings at her website: “The Wu Way” at https://www.thewuway.com.
RESOURCES:
- Mary Wu’s Website: http://www.thewuway.com
- Mary’s book, “Confessions of a Kidney Transplant Recipient” on Amazon.
- To become a life-saving organ, eye, and tissue donor: https://registerme.org/ or www.donatelife.net
- Live on NY, a local organ procurement organization: https://www.liveonny.org/
- Transplant Support Organization, a NY-based support group: https://www.transplantsupport.org/our-story
- Renal Support Network, a California and kidney-based support group: http://www.rsnhope.org
- UNOS (United Network Organ Sharing), a transplant system that is federally run: https://unos.org/
- Disaggregated Data on Organ Donation & Asian Americans: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=4&lvlid=57
* For More Podcast Episodes, visit Asian Women For Health:
https://www.asianwomenforhealth.org/current-podcasts.html
DISCLAIMER:
The information on this page is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content in this podcast is for general information purposes only.
EPISODE #20
Chan Som on Telling Their Stories: Speaking Out and Embracing Gender Identity Why is it important to use proper gender pronouns? And how can we further foster an environment of inclusion and respect? For Chan Som (they/them), a queer, nonbinary Cambodian American, the path to embracing their gender-identity has been far from linear. As a public health advocate, youth mentor, and content creator, Chan has used multi-media to share personal stories for and about the LGBTQ+ community. In this podcast episode, Chan reflects on their intersectional life and experience of gender and bicultural identity, generational and cultural challenges and, ultimately, the power behind love and self-acceptance. |
EPISODE #19
Emily Chen on Bringing ADHD into Focus What does it mean to be neurodivergent and how does one learn to navigate the complexities around self-identity with cultural stigmas and neuro-myths at play? In this episode, Emily Chen shares her experiences living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a common, but underdiagnosed neurodevelopment challenge, and rarely discussed within Asian American households. Emily's health journey has been one of self-discovery and learning. Emily embodies both strength and vulnerability in being "open and willing to seek and accept help.” |
* DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in these podcasts is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only.
The information presented in these podcasts is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only.