10. Leaning Into Your Own Voice w/ Dom Magwili

10. Leaning Into Your Own Voice w/ Dom Magwili

Ever feel like you’re looking in from the outside? This week on Who Says That!?, Dom Magwili pulls up his chair and invites us all in. We get into what it really means live the Asian American experience—and how the media world often acts like Filipino Americans are barely a footnote— Dom, Cindy Lynn, and Cini Lee get into: * Why Hollywood barely gets Filipino stories right (spoiler: it’s not about the actors, it’s who’s writing the checks and calling the shots) * What happens when you lean into your own voice—literally!—from self-publishing to narrating your own audiobooks * The wild mashups in Dom Magwilli’s stories: think Filipino Pirates of The Caribbean , meets the magical adventures of Narnia, space, and old-school labor heroes. * Why chasing joy (not just dollar signs) matters, especially when you’re teaching, performing, or charting your own creative path Ready to break out of the boxes? Kick back, listen in, and get inspired to make your own lane—no permission needed. Links: Want more of Dom’s work? Check out www.dmagwilly.com [http://www.dmagwilly.com]. Books: The Infernal Promise [https://www.amazon.com/Infernal-Promise-Legends-First-Hemisphere-ebook/dp/B09T78KHMJ/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3SXWPIY6UA8A0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ohd38Pp-XHKCIRTIvzrLaklJO8o_dQkFF-PpW3Iap0Q.naHWLLQ5HET3DLqd8Cd_0ZL-HQL9A0AlOudCw8jmGy4&dib_tag=se&keywords=dom+magwili&qid=1779381990&sprefix=Dom+Mag%2Caps%2C224&sr=8-2]:Legends From The First Hemisphere: [https://www.amazon.com/Infernal-Promise-Legends-First-Hemisphere-ebook/dp/B09T78KHMJ/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3SXWPIY6UA8A0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ohd38Pp-XHKCIRTIvzrLaklJO8o_dQkFF-PpW3Iap0Q.naHWLLQ5HET3DLqd8Cd_0ZL-HQL9A0AlOudCw8jmGy4&dib_tag=se&keywords=dom+magwili&qid=1779381990&sprefix=Dom+Mag%2Caps%2C224&sr=8-2] Scientific Dragons: The Adventures of Ensun Castle [https://www.amazon.com/Scientific-Dragons-Adventure-Ensun-Castle/dp/B0GYQ55J2J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SXWPIY6UA8A0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ohd38Pp-XHKCIRTIvzrLaklJO8o_dQkFF-PpW3Iap0Q.naHWLLQ5HET3DLqd8Cd_0ZL-HQL9A0AlOudCw8jmGy4&dib_tag=se&keywords=dom+magwili&qid=1779381990&sprefix=Dom+Mag%2Caps%2C224&sr=8-1] And hey, let’s keep the convo going on Instagram: @whosaysthatpod – https://www.instagram.com/whosaysthatpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/whosaysthatpod/] Got a story of your own? DM us or send us an email whosaysthatpod@gmail.com—maybe your story will land in a future episode! ________________________________________________________________________ Who Says That?! is a production of Tree Cave Creative LLC. Produced and Edited by Justin Marra .Theme Music by NicNoPi ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

9. Writing our Own Adventure w/ Aloura Charles

Ready to write your own adventure—on the page and in life? On this episode of Who Says That!?, Cindy Lynn welcomes the endlessly creative Aloura Charles: book author, screenwriter, director, mom, and accidental vitamin prankster. From swing dancing nights in Burbank (with Beck in attendance!) to epic bike rides, parenting with purpose, and wrangling the inner artist after life’s curveballs, this chat is a testament to staying curious, connected, and just a little chaotic. We cover everything from the origins of Aloura Charles’ “Sucked In” middle grade series (and why reading aloud really, really matters), to handling grief, to building your own tribe—one crazy story (or science-faction script) at a time. Plus: the sweatiest Italian Halloween, Ghostbuster costumes, and why foaming at the mouth is sometimes inevitable on a film set. Power up your energy (no Baraka pellets required): Links: @suckedinbooks [https://www.instagram.com/suckedinbooks] - https://www.instagram.com/suckedinbooks @alouracharles [https://www.instagram.com/alouracharles] - https://www.instagram.com/alouracharles Sucked In! Treasure Island (Sucked In! Adventure Book Series) [https://www.amazon.com/Sucked-Treasure-Island-Adventure-Book/dp/B0DGXF1KP8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1CDY35N0I2QHE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rVQXVBW2Md_qaUhFIV69LK_kxc2a3uWxxwWB4rzv6u-Z72rpSTP2GpY0hCAmP_6BfVDRTYJ7z7v-PUBO2niY7HRSNefw6n93tzH-cyeF7S4.om8BGNy1xQtGGRiDtJcmgYMu_u8pTZdJJmFF_y0LuB8&dib_tag=se&keywords=sucked+in+treasure+island&qid=1776874914&sprefix=sucked+in+treasure+island%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1] - https://www.amazon.com/Sucked-Treasure-Island-Adventure-Book/dp/B0DGXF1KP8/ 👉 Follow us on Instagram @whosaysthatpod Got a story of your own? DM us or send us an email whosaysthatpod@gmail.com—maybe your story will land in a future episode! ________________________________________________________________________ Who Says That?! is a production of Tree Cave Creative LLC. Produced and Edited by Justin Marra .Theme Music by NicNoPi ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

8 Rewriting The Book on Postpartum Care from Bali w/ Samantha 'Sam' Leggett w/Samantha Leggett

Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about grief, ritual, and rights of passage because this week’s episode is rewriting the book on many westernized traditions as Cindy Lynn and Cindi Lee get into –a little bit of everything–with Sam Leggett  Sam’s life and work is a testament to listening to our inner wisdom and making decisions based on regulating the nervous system. Over the course of her career and through her work at The Tomorrow House in Bali Sam is breaking norms and helping families navigate their grief in meaningful, authentic, healing ways.  Ready to trade the status quo for a life changing Balinese excursion? Tune in for this wide ranging and deeply vulnerable conversion!  Links 👉 Follow us on Instagram @whosaysthatpod Follow Sam on Instagram @thetomorrowhouse [https://www.instagram.com/thetomorrowhouse/#] 🔗 http://ohmygoodnesssoaps.com/https://thetomorrowhouse.com/ [https://thetomorrowhouse.com/] Got a story of your own? DM us or send us an email whosaysthatpod@gmail.com—maybe your story will land in a future episode! ________________________________________________________________________ Who Says That?! is a production of Tree Cave Creative LLC. Produced and Edited by Justin Marra .Theme Music by NicNoPi ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

7. From Healing To Thriving in Costa Rica w/ Selena

Drop everything you think you know about “the way things are” when it comes to your body, your path, and the world surrounding you—because this week’s episode will have you re-thinking it all. Join your favorite co-hosts, Cindy Lynn and Cindi Lee, as they dive deep with Selena Culpepper: wellness entrepreneur, tech strategist, soap alchemist, STEM mentor, and self-healed thriver, now living (and glowing) in the lush embrace of Costa Rica. Selena’s life and work is a powerful reminder: you can question authority, get quiet enough to listen to your body’s language, choose not to settle for the status quo, and still circle back to community, family, and purpose. It’s about aligned, imperfect, healing action. (And yes—sometimes it’s about delicious-smelling handmade soap.) Ready to trade the “crazy” things people say for intentional, next-level living? We’re here for it. Want your own taste? Selena Culpepper’s artisanal line: Oh My Goodness Soaps (currently on pause while she builds her new dream, but bookmark it for soon!), and keep an eye out for the upcoming Costa Rican wellness retreats—with whole-life healing at their core. Links 👉 Follow us on Instagram @whosaysthatpod 🔗 OhMyGoodnessSoaps.com [http://ohmygoodnesssoaps.com] RUTA VERDE B&B HTTPS://RUTAVERDEBB.COM/ [https://rutaverdebb.com/] Subscribe, review, and share—because your second (or third) act is gonna be wild. Got a story of your own? DM us or send us an email whosaysthatpod@gmail.com—maybe your story will land in a future episode! ________________________________________________________________________ Who Says That?! is production of Tree Cave Creative LLC. Theme Music by NicNoPi ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

6. That's Very French

Ever think you knew all there is to know about France—croissants, romance, and perfectly-behaved kids? Think again! This week, Cindy Lynn and Cindi Lee invite Fabrice to spill the real-deal French tea, and trust us... it’s messier, more musical, and SO much funnier than you imagined. We get into everything—from the trauma of chasing the LA music dream, punk rock mosh pits (and accidental elbow punches), naked bar dancing in Strasbourg, all the way to peeing in the woods. Yep, you read that right. If you've ever had bathroom drama on a hike, you’ll feel right at home here. Find out why Fabrice left the hustle for a tiny French village, ended up building two houses with local help, and started hosting one-on-one French immersion weeks (no English allowed, sorry!). Plus, does life in France actually live up to the movies? Is French food as good as everyone says? Do French kids really eat everything? And do Parisians really deserve their rude rep? We cover it all—with plenty of laughs, some real talk about creative burnout, and tips on how to “pour from a full cup” when life gets wild. Thinking about learning French (or just trying out another life)? Want to be immersed in good food, good people, and zero judgment for your hiking bathroom tactics? Fabrice’s immersion program is up and running—details at www.la-marette.com [http://www.la-marette.com] French countryside chickens included. Come say hey on IG @whosayssthatpod – https://www.instagram.com/whosaysthatpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/whosaidsthatpod/] Like what you hear? Take a sec to subscribe, share, and leave us a nice review so we can keep bringing wild stories and real talk. Big shout to everyone letting go of plans and finding somewhere to truly land. If you need a change, or just need a laugh—this one’s for you. Edited/mixed/produced by Justin Marra at Tree Cave Creative LLC. Theme music by Nick No Pi ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.