Rita (@healingoutlaod) Talks Lao Diaspora, Mental Health & Healing | Sabaidee Y'all Ep. 5

Rita (@healingoutlaod) Talks Lao Diaspora, Mental Health & Healing | Sabaidee Y'all Ep. 5

In this episode, we’re excited to chat with Rita, a licensed psychotherapist, wellness coach, consultant, educator, and speaker! Her work revolves around transformative justice, liberation, and anti-oppressive practices. We’ll get to know more about Rita as a content creator and her podcast, "Healing Out Lao'd," which shares mental health tips grounded in Lao diaspora storytelling, healing, and sustainability. About Sabaidee Y’all: Sabaidee Y’all is a fun society and cultural podcast showcasing Southeast Asian creators, with a special focus on Lao creators and talents. As a Lao American, I take pride in my heritage and culture by giving back to my community and highlighting the incredible talents of these creators.

Jimmy (@LaoDaddy) on Texas Lao Community, Content Creation & Lao Creators Scene | Sabaidee Y'all Ep. 4

In this episode, we hang out with Jimmy, a content creator and community activist from Texas. He makes funny, relatable content for first-gen Lao-Americans, all while celebrating Lao culture and heritage. We’ll chat with Jimmy about his journey as a creator, what keeps him motivated, and why Laotian culture means so much to him. About Sabaidee Y’all: Sabaidee Y’all is a fun society and cultural podcast showcasing Southeast Asian creators, with a special focus on Lao creators and talents. As a Lao American, I take pride in my heritage and culture by giving back to my community and highlighting the incredible talents of these creators.

Ginie (@LaoEnglishSchool Founder) on Making Lao Language Accessible to All! | Sabaidee Y'all Ep. 3

In this episode, we feature Ginie, the Founder and CEO of Lao English School. She shares her journey in making the Lao language accessible to everyone and discusses how Lao English School offers conversational classes, self-paced courses, and a supportive community. Ginie aims to create a judgment-free and interactive learning environment to help students feel comfortable and motivated. The school also organizes community events, such as conversation practice and storytelling, to foster connections among learners. Ginie highlights student success stories, future goals for the school, and we conclude with a fun Lao edition of 'This or That'. About Sabaidee Y’all: Sabaidee Y’all is a fun society and cultural podcast showcasing Southeast Asian creators, with a special focus on Lao creators and talents. As a Lao American, I take pride in my heritage and culture by giving back to my community and highlighting the incredible talents of these creators.

John (@_BukJohn) Talks Creative Process, Lao Community, Sabaidee Fest & More! | Sabaidee Y'all Ep. 2

In this episode, John Boutsomsi, also known as Buk John, a Lao content creator from Alaska, shares his inspiration, creative process tied to his humor and upbringing, and impact on social media within the Lao community. He also discusses the significance of representation and collaboration, his advocacy for the Lao American National Alliance (LANA), a nonprofit organization supporting the Lao community, his vision for Lao Planet (a personal passion project), and his involvement with Sabaidee Fest, a major Southeast Asian cultural festival in California. About Sabaidee Y’all: Sabaidee Y’all is a fun society and cultural podcast showcasing Southeast Asian creators, with a special focus on Lao creators and talents. As a Lao American, I take pride in my heritage and culture by giving back to my community and highlighting the incredible talents of these creators.

Victoria (@thatonelaogirl) Talks Lao Comedy, Southeast Collective and More | Sabaidee Y'all Ep. 1

My very first guest on the “Sabaidee Y’all” podcast is none other than the talented and hilarious Victoria, aka @thatonelaogirl! 💗 Victoria is a master at creating highly relatable comedy skits and memes about growing up Lao 🤣, and her content never fails to bring a smile to my face. Hailing from California, she’s not only a foodie 🍴 but also one of the standout hosts from last year’s @sabaideefest and a proud member of @southeastcollective, a group dedicated to celebrating Southeast Asian identity. 👏🏼✨ In this episode, we’ll dive into a fun chat to get to know Victoria better. We’ll explore her journey as a creator, her cultural representation of Lao culture, and her exciting future plans. About Sabaidee Y’all: Sabaidee Y’all is a fun society and cultural podcast showcasing Southeast Asian creators, with a special focus on Lao creators and talents. As a Lao American, I take pride in my heritage and culture by giving back to my community and highlighting the incredible talents of these creators. Get Involved: We love hearing from our listeners! Drop a comment below to share your thoughts on this episode, ask questions, or suggest future guests you'd love to see on the show. Support the Podcast: If you enjoy our content and want to support the podcast, consider sharing this episode with your friends and family. Your support helps us continue to bring these incredible stories to light. Looking Ahead: I hope to continue growing and improving the "Sabaidee Y'all" podcast over time. If anyone has suggestions for guests or nominations for the show, or if you'd like to be a guest, please email me at sabaideeyallpodcast@gmail.com. Stay tuned for more exciting episodes! Thank you for listening!