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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

Mayly Tao

Mayly Tao is a Teochew, Khmer, and Thai first generation Asian American woman based out of Southern California who is the host of Short & Sweet Podcast. She explores themes relating to women empowerment, entrepreneurs, and uplifting and highlighting AAPI stories. She shares a fresh outlook on a variety of topics, sharing anecdotes regarding small business, systems, branding, and partnerships from her experience of owning her own bakery and multiple businesses. She brings on guests in a variety of industries, including women in tech, cannabis, philanthropy, and much more. At the end of her podcast, she has her guests share five golden nuggets or takeaway messages to her listeners. You can support her here: https://linktr.ee/maylytao Mayly Tao is LA’s self-proclaimed Donut Princess, owner of Donut Princess Los Angeles, a donut bouquet delivery concept. You can find her ”Securing the Box” at @donutprincessla. She stars in the Donut King Documentary, as seen on Hulu and across domestic flights across the US. Her uncle, Ted Ngoy, sponsored hundreds of Cambodians to come to America and helped them manage and own their own donut shops. She also has her own YouTube where she visits Cambodian-owned donut shops and highlights their stories. She hopes to elevate Asian American voices and representation and vows to create a legacy for the next generation of Asian Americans.
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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 33. Jumakae - Female Empowerment & Yoni Expert

33. Jumakae - Female Empowerment & Yoni Expert

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01/25/21 • 45 min

Your Story Medicine Podcast Host, Yoni Expert, and Community Leader- Jumakae shares her journey of her passion for her community to making six figures through healing and empowering women.

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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 82. The Veil Between Two Worlds: A Journey of Identity and Writing with Christina Vo
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06/15/23 • 42 min

Christina Vo is a writer who previously worked for international organizations in Vietnam and Switzerland, including UNICEF and the World Economic Forum, respectively. She also ran a floral design business in San Francisco, as well as worked as a donor relations writer for the University of California, San Francisco. Christina is a graduate of the London School of Economics and Political Science, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She currently rides in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The Veil Between Two Worlds , which will be published in April 2023, is her first book. www.christinavo.com

“We're all creators, we are all meant to create, it doesn't mean everybody has to write a book or everything has the same form of creation. For some people, raising children is a very creative form of way of being in the world...we're all just meant to express our unique selves."

These golden nuggets provide guidance for finding peace, clarity, and purpose in life as a writer or someone seeking to explore their creativity and unpack personal experiences.

  1. Quiet the mind and find centering through practices like meditation and spending time alone.
  2. Follow your intuition and listen to the calling that keeps knocking at the door.
  3. Persist and commit to your deeper purpose, even if you have to carve out time for your creative passion alongside other responsibilities.
  4. Take action and make one step toward your creative pursuits, such as taking classes or engaging in related activities.
  5. Envision what you want in your life, how you want to feel in your days, and harness the power of transforming your reality through training your brain and having a clear vision.

Connect with Christina:

Website: christinavo.com

Blog: christinavo.substack.com

Link to pre-order book:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/stina_vo/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/stina.vo

Connect with Mayly:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

*Donate supplies to poor Khmer communities: https://gofund.me/e2569649

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Hulu, Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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Donut Princess LA: www.donutprincessla.com

First Class Doc Prep: email [email protected]

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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 79. Things You Should Know In Starting A Business with Hunny Hach
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04/13/23 • 47 min

Hunny is a second-generation Cambodian-American who was born in San Diego, California and raised in Long Beach. She is a local artist and active member of the Cambodian community, DJ-ing at many venues from Hollywood in LA to Orange County to Cambodia. She is the creator and co-founder of Qhmer, a Khmer LGBTQ+ organization to promote positive representation of LGBTQ+ Khmers in both the Cambodian and queer community. She recently joined the United Cambodian Community as a program coordinator for their youth workforce development program. Hunny has an unrelenting passion for community work, having been involved with Project Angkor, Cambodia Town Film Festival, Cambodian Youth Institute, Hearts Without Boundaries, Cambodian Music Festival, Khmer Alumni Association, and United Cambodian Community. Her humble attitude, versatile personality and skills enable her to take on roles and responsibilities based on the needs of the organization’s and community’s needs.

“I was really hesitant but at the same time, I'm always nervous about things, because I feel like there's so many roles that I carry, and so many hats that I wear."

The following golden nuggets that something business owners who are just starting out should know:

  • Be patient with yourself.
  • Journaling.
  • Don’t compare your progress to somebody else
  • Creating a network and a connection inside and outside my community.
  • When you grow outside of your network, you're bringing so many resources from outside that you didn't know, you could have.

Connect with Hunny:

Email: [email protected]

Contact Number: 562.760-0544

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

*Donate supplies to poor Khmer communities: https://gofund.me/e2569649

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Hulu, Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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Donut Exotics: www.donutexotics.com

Donut Princess LA: www.donutprincessla.com

First Class Doc Prep: email [email protected]

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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 41. DONUTS Songwriter Bledjon Debuts in Donut King Film

41. DONUTS Songwriter Bledjon Debuts in Donut King Film

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05/03/21 • 31 min

Joining us today is John, a singer-songwriter and an artist under the name BledJon. In today’s episode, he will share his passion for music and doughnuts. He has a song called “Donut” that was played in the Independent Film titled “The Donut King”. A film that tells a story about a Cambodian refugee and his journey in making America’s favorite pastry – the doughnut. Support John on his creative journey! You can stream his music on all streaming platforms under an artist name BledJon. You can also contact him through his socials under the name BledJon510.

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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 58. A Fictional Fantasy Through the Eyes of a Latinx Woman with Lauren Pena
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04/21/22 • 53 min

In continuation of having authors who wrote their true to life experiences. Today’s guest is Lauren Pena and she will talk about the interesting parts of book writing that she discovered while exploring and also writing her book at the same time.

And yes, it also started with her mom who made her journey to America made Pena get the interest to write a book about her mom

“Like creating the space so that when a Latin woman or an immigrant woman or any woman is reading it, they can identify with the emotions that women go through, and the experiences that we go through and it helps people feel like they're not alone.”

Keynotes:

  • Write what you think, the plot. Get it out of your head
  • You can rearrange it later, the one you typed
  • If you don't have time or don't want to go the traditional route, go ahead and do the self-route.
  • Find a book that's similar to what you want to say
  • The last bookstore is iconic? Hit them up

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

*Help me self-publish my mom’s book about her journey to America: https://gofund.me/e2569649

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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Pesith Vann, born in Long Beach, California but raised in Fresno. Built Vanntastic Sweets from just the presence of friends and family. Started off as a private chef then sold madeleines from home, and expanded to macarons. Through their presence at farmer’s markets to wholesaling to retail and boba shops, Vanntastic Sweets has expanded to around California.

Stay in touch with them on IG: @vanntasticsweets or place an order with them at vanntasticsweets.com!

Here are five "Golden Nuggets" on marketing and entrepreneurship that were mentioned:

  • Utilize Social Media Creatively: Social media can be a powerful and free marketing tool. Use it to showcase your creativity, connect with your community, and build a strong online presence for your business.
  • QR Codes for Social Media Engagement: Incorporate QR codes on your products or marketing materials that link directly to your social media profiles. This can help customers easily find and engage with your brand online.
  • Personal Networking: Don't underestimate the value of face-to-face networking. Introduce yourself and your products to potential customers and vendors in various settings, like night markets or industry-related events.
  • Continuous Learning and Sharing: Stay open to learning from others and sharing your experiences. Networking can provide valuable insights and ideas for growing your business.
  • Persistence and Passion: Entrepreneurship can be challenging, but having a passion for what you do and a relentless drive to succeed can take you far. Don't give up, and remember that you're not alone; there's a supportive community of entrepreneurs out there.

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

*Help me self-publish my mom’s book about her journey to America: https://gofund.me/e2569649

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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Today's episode is an absolute gem. I'm joined by the incredible entrepreneurs Sophia and Hawk, who have become like family since the day we met. We're diving deep into our family’s history of survival to assimilating in America through hospitality and food. Our conversation explores their roots and the challenges of cultural identity. We reminisce about favorite childhood dishes highlighting the significance of home-cooked meals and the rich tapestry of Asian cuisines in Southern California, as well as their experience creating the first ever Cambodian American wings in Southern California. Join us on this enriching discussion about culture, language, and hospitality and get to know the owners of the most flavorful, innovative and tasty wings that is Shlap Muan.

Visit Shlap Muan at their pop ups in Southern California or at Smorgasburg in Los Angeles every Sunday. Follow their instagram @shlapmuan and give them a follow. These two are some of the most hardworking and genuine people I’ve gotten to meet in the food industry.

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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In another episode, another female author is here. Franziska shared how her life in Germany and Michigan. How it's hard but she takes it to her advantage in achieving her goals, which turned her now into a successful author with published books. She also emphasizes that it's not easy to be a successful author, for trials will come.

“Would I love to be an author? Yes, I think I don't know if you are an author, I am an author. But what a time author I am. I am and I write all the time, but I think it's more about like, how do I envision my life? Like, what would I do you know what I'm saying. And so I think it'll always be a part of my life. And I'll always create something. But we'll see what happens. I'm open to any miracle that might come my way. And the way that it might shape my life.”

Keynotes:

  • Make sure you're focused on it that just doesn't go to the wayside.
  • If it's a failure, quote, unquote, it's a learning moment
  • Just do it, and own the fear and own yourself
  • Show other people what they could do in their life
  • Share about the process and like little tips

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

*Help me self-publish my mom’s book about her journey to America: https://gofund.me/e2569649

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 84. Liquor Store Dreams: A Journey of Identity and Generational Dreams with So Yun Um
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07/27/23 • 54 min

So Yun Um's directorial debut documentary feature film, "Liquor Store Dreams," made its world premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival. The film delves into the experiences of second-generation Korean American children of Liquor Store owners in the LA area, shedding light on their unique challenges. Her work has been screened at prestigious events including the Tribeca Film Festival, Busan International Film Festival, BFI London, and more. In addition to her accomplishments, So Yun Um is currently a participant in the 2022-2023 BAFTA Breakthrough USA program. She is an alumnus of the 2021 CAAM Fellowship, where she received mentorship from acclaimed Director Nanfu Wang, as well as the recipient of the Armed with a Camera Fellowship by Visual Communication, the Sundance Uprise Grant, and a Sundance Institute Documentary Film Program Grantee.

Join us on this engaging journey as we delve into the captivating world of "Liquor Store Dreams," discussing the experiences of growing up in immigrant families, the challenges of customer service, and the importance of breaking stereotypes surrounding store ownership. Along the way, we'll provide invaluable advice for Asian Americans pursuing their dreams. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired and support the incredible work of our guest. Tune in now!

Liquor Store Dreams is now available on PBS and Apple TV.

Here are five golden nuggets for aspiring filmmakers:

1. Stay true to your own story: Tell a story that nobody else can tell. Take your time to work on the craft and create something uniquely you.

2. Embrace your delusional fighting spirit: Believe in yourself even when others may not. Support yourself and find the inner motivation to keep pushing forward.

3. Be brutally honest in editing: Cut out anything that feels boring or not cool. Don't just make your favorite movie; challenge yourself to create something truly exceptional.

4. Find a supportive community: Surround yourself with people who understand your vision and can contribute to your film. Build a network of like-minded individuals, including producers, cinematographers, and editors.

5. Don't tolerate toxic individuals: If there are people in the industry who are disrespectful or hinder your progress, feel free to cut them out. Focus on collaborating with those who support and uplift you.

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

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Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast - 95. Somatic Aliveness: Rediscovering Your Authentic Self with Lauraine Mann
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11/13/23 • 50 min

In this episode of my podcast, "Short and Sweet," I had the privilege of having Lauraine Mann who is a psycho-somatic therapist with expertise in psychology and energy healing. Our conversation delved into the fascinating world of somatic therapy, emphasizing the crucial connection between our minds and bodies. Lauraine shared her personal journey and how somatic therapy had a profound impact on her life, allowing her to explore and unlock deeply buried emotions and experiences stored in her body. We also discussed the concept of the inner child, which I personally resonated with, and the strong desire to provide comfort and understanding to our inner child. Lauraine stressed the importance of giving that inner child a voice. The conversation then shifted to a scientific perspective, with a discussion about how animals naturally release trauma through physical responses, while humans often hold onto it due to societal conditioning. We underscored the significance of acknowledging and releasing stored trauma in our bodies. The episode concluded with a message of self-compassion and the potential for healing and personal growth through somatic therapy.

Here are the five golden nuggets of knowledge shared by Lauraine, providing valuable insights into reconnecting with your authentic self and experiencing true aliveness through somatic therapy!

  1. Breathe and Pause: Lauraine emphasizes the importance of taking a moment to breathe before responding to someone's question. This simple practice provides a moment of pause, helping you reconnect with your energy and gain better access to yourself.
  2. Play and Find Joy: Rediscovering what brings joy to your system is vital. Whether it's going for a walk, listening to music, or spending time with friends, allowing yourself to play and have fun is essential for personal well-being.
  3. Read and Get Lost: Lauraine recommends getting lost in a book or any form of literature that resonates with you. Reading allows you to discover more about yourself through the words and experiences of others.
  4. Take Risks: Taking risks is an important aspect of personal growth. It could be having a difficult conversation, trying something new, or even indulging in a treat like eating ice cream. The key is to push past fear because on the other side lies immense pleasure and growth.
  5. Seek Help and Self-Permission: Lauraine acknowledges the importance of self-worth and self-permission. It's okay to seek help and show vulnerability, as doing so can lead to valuable self-discovery and personal growth.

You can find her at:

Email - [email protected]

Website - www.laurainemann.com

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Business Website: www.donutprincessla.com

YouTube: Mayly Tao / DONUT PRINCESS LA

Instagram: @donutprincessla / @maylytao

Facebook: Donut Princess Los Angeles

Twitter: Donut Princess LA

Tiktok: teochewdaily

LinkedIn: Mayly Tao

Apple Podcast: Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast

*Help me self-publish my mom’s book about her journey to America: https://gofund.me/e2569649

*Watch the Donut King Film here: thedonutkingfilm.com

(also available on Apple TV, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Now)

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How many episodes does Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast have?

Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast currently has 97 episodes available.

What topics does Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Branding, Society & Culture, Marketing, Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Documentary, Podcasts, Business, Positivity, Hustle, California and Smallbusiness.

What is the most popular episode on Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast?

The episode title '20. Jay Kiew + Mayly Tao: Creating Projects' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast?

The average episode length on Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast is 41 minutes.

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Episodes of Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

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The first episode of Short N' Sweet: A Donut Princess Podcast was released on Mar 13, 2020.

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