In Episode 77, your host Lee Uehara shares her favorite new summer drink and how to quickly chill a warm-bottled beverage for your upcoming picnics. This life tip comes from Daniel, an associate at Baacon Wines and Spirits on the Upper West Side of Manhattan - thank you, Daniel! Then, Lee shares with you some follow-up information and tips - all very important - about last week's episode on "The One Scam You Need to Know About Right Now!" For example, did you know your bank can shut down your ac...
Jun 14, 2019•7 min
In Episode 76, Lee shares with you an alarming phone scam that can happen to anyone! It happened to her friend just this week, so she felt compelled to get the word out as quickly as possible. It's called the Family Emergency Scam, so listen in to find out how it works. Lee's hot spot of the week: Rucker Park in Harlem, where some great basketball is played. Please share the show with at least two other people and show them how to subscribe! If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, wh...
Jun 06, 2019•12 min
In Episode 75, you'll meet guest Alex Varney and find out what his tips are for being thoughtful at work and elsewhere! Lee chose Alex for this topic specifically because of just how thoughtful he is - although Alex does not claim to be an expert by any means. And, you'll also meet Alex's mom, Gina Maccoby. Lee met up with her quite by chance and couldn't resist the opportunity to find out why Alex is so thoughtful. This week's hot spot comes from Alex: the BBQ pulled pork brunch at Butcher Bar ...
May 31, 2019•31 min
In Episode 74, Lee shares her four must-have items for being at the beach in comfort - even if you're taking the train or bus! Find out why having an umbrella with an umbrella sand anchor, a chair, a sheet with grommets, and a tray table are imperative for a great time at the beach. For this week's hot spot, Lee shares her favorite beach, Long Beach on Long Island, and where to get fabulous beach food. (Hint: Brand's Deli.) Lee also shares her favorite new bikes for beginning riders: Woom Bikes ...
May 24, 2019•11 min
In Episode 73, Lee shares her one tip for deciding which interest - of the many you may have - to turn into a business! For this week's hot spot, Lee shares her favorite place to get nachos - rich with cheesy-goodness, sour cream and guacamole: Amsterdam Ale House. If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, why not treat her to a cup of coffee - or a salad! Click here to support the show : ) Mentions/Resources: - Asian American Podcasters group - JOIN! - 40th Asian American Pacific Isla...
May 17, 2019•5 min
In Episode 72, Lee shares her one tip for creating a luxurious bed experience every night with this one simple purchase! She also shares the backstory on how she came to give you this awesome hack. For this week's hot spot, Lee interviews Jens Wohld, the owner of German Bratwurst, a street fair vendor here in New York City. Jens shares what currywurst is and what NOT to call a bratwurst! Shout-Outs: Lee gives a special mention to her kid for winning a spot in the Synth Student Podcast Competitio...
May 10, 2019•14 min
In Episode 71, Lee shares with you the number one fun and productive tip for using LinkedIn when at networking events! She got this "Beam me up, Scotty!" tip from Karen Yankovich of the Good Girls Get Rich podcast. Basically, you can connect with an entire room with a click of a button! Shout-Outs: Sheila from Florida, Kelly and Tammy and the West Virginia Mountaineers football team. Lee's Hot Spot of the Week - is actually a hot Item of the week! Virgil's Zero Sugar soda! It tastes amazing, wit...
May 02, 2019•8 min
In Episode 70, Lee talks with friend and recurring bookworm-guest, Caroline Lohmann, about the latest must-have handbook on living in New York City's borough of Manhattan. Lee also gets Caroline to share her latest, favorite show on Broadway - Hadestown - that you need to check out and why. You'll also find out what happened when Lee tried to read the book selection for her monthly book group meeting. LOL. If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, why not treat her to a cup of coffee -...
Apr 26, 2019•8 min
In Episode 69, your host, Lee, shares two words to stop using. Yep. Just two. You know, for now. Find out why the phrase "I know" needs to be replaced! You also find out which small fabric store in the Garment District to check out before heading to those more expensive shops. Ebad Fabrics on 8th Avenue is a great place to find simple textiles! And, find out how to have Lee record the outgoing voicemail message on your phone or landline - doesn't that sound like fun?! If you've wondered how to s...
Apr 19, 2019•6 min
In Episode 068, Lee shares her ONE tip that everyone should do at home! Listen in and also find out three of her simple tips for living in a dark apartment. Lee also talks about the first women's podcasting conference catering to independent podcasters, She Podcasts Live. Get your tickets here! Furthering the conversation about independent podcasts, please join Lee in voting for The Story Behind podcast with Emily Prokop. It's up for a Webby Award for "Best Series." Emily is going up against Ser...
Apr 12, 2019•8 min
In Episode 67, your host, Lee, shares with you how NOT to be a guest on a show or an interviewee for an article or blog. Learn from Lee's mistakes so you don't have to learn the hard way! If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, why not treat her to a cup of coffee - or a salad! Click here to support the show : ) Mentions/Resources: - Asian American Podcasters group - JOIN! - Starve the Doubts podcast with Jared Easley - Pearl Diner, 212 Pearl St. New York, NY - Lee's kid's sports pod...
Apr 04, 2019•12 min
How to Be Fat, Episode 66. Yes, that's right. Your host, Lee, shares eight tips on how to be fat. No, this is not a show about how to accept being fat ALL your life. It's about accepting where you're at currently with your fat situation - until you decide to lose it. Listen in and find out about this week's hot spot in town: improv theater. Specifically, The PIT NYC and Boots n Cats hip hop improv group. Then, get the backstory on today's episode. If you've wondered how to support Lee and the sh...
Mar 29, 2019•14 min
Things You Didn't Know You Can Do at the Library - with Chris Kretz. Listen in as Lee meets Chris Kretz, an academic librarian who she ran into at a, well, librarian-podcasting event of sorts - at the Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO)! Chris Kretz, producer of the podcasts Radio Tower and the Long Island History Project, shares some fun things you can do at the library that most people don't know about! Seeds for planting, anyone? Prom dresses for free? Who knew?! Shout-Outs: Molly o...
Mar 22, 2019•14 min
In today's show, Lee interviews Ms. Migdalia in the fitting room of Town Shop to find out how to minimize squishy back and side bra fat when wearing a bra. As you listen in, you'll also learn which color bra to wear under white T-shirts. After you've learned all about how to avoid squishy back and side fat oozing out of your bra, find out about Fay Da Bakery, the Hot Spot for this week! If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, why not treat her to a cup of coffee - or a salad! Click h...
Mar 15, 2019•10 min
Ep. 063: Everything You Wanted to Know About Ice-Skating - with Stephanie Farrell. Former competitor and professional ice-skater, Stephanie Farrell is this week's guest. She shares with Lee background information about what it was like to compete in the Canadian national championships and what it was like to play Cinderella and tour for Disney On Ice. Lee asks Stephanie to share her tips on the many facets of ice-skating, including how to buy skates, what to do if your feet hurt, and how to find...
Mar 08, 2019•34 min
Ep. 062: 3 Tips to Prep for a Giving a Presentation with Ms. Junko. Listen as Lee learns for you the three things that Ms. Junko does to get ready to give a talk in front of a lot people on The House of Life NYC. Then, you'll find out where to get one of THE best Italian sandwiches in the city. If you guessed Astoria, Queens you are right! At this sandwich shop, Lee meets Domenick, who tells her which submarine sandwich to order! Lee found this place because of a photograph by Melissa Hom on Gru...
Mar 01, 2019•10 min
One Simple Way to Be Kind. Listen in as your host, Lee, shares one special way to commit an act of kindness - that doesn't take much on your part! You'll also find out about Lee's Hot Spot of the week - tune in if you LOVE cupcakes! Finally! Lee and her team have come up with the new name for the show: The House of Life NYC! If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, why not buy her a cup of coffee - or a salad! Click here to support the show : ) You'll also want to download Lee's Goals...
Feb 22, 2019•10 min
The One Thing You Need to Do When Buying a Car or Motorcycle. Listen in as Lee shares with you what you must do when you purchase a car, motorcycle, or any motorized vehicle! You'll also find out about one more easy hosting idea for Valentine's Day gatherings! Finally! Lee and her team have come up with the new name for the show. Ready? Wait for it...Oops - you'll have to listen to find out! If you've wondered how to support Lee and the show, why not buy her a cup of coffee - or a salad! Click h...
Feb 15, 2019•7 min
How to Stay Motivated And Valentine's Day Ideas. Listen in as Lee shares one way to stay motivated while on your path - to wherever or whatever - from Carol Burnett and Lauren Graham. Yes, that's right. Tune in to find out what these two fantastic entertainers have to say about getting where you want to go! You'll also find out how Lee welcomes friends and entertains them on Valentine's Day. She shares this with you in case you need some fun ideas to make the most out of this commercial holiday!...
Feb 08, 2019•11 min
How to Quickly Warm Up Cold Feet and Toes - and a Mini-Tip on Photography. Listen in as Lee shares her epiphanic way to heat up those frozen toes and feet in just seconds! In this episode, Lee goes off on two tangents, which include the HBO show, Game of Thrones, and one way to enhance your action photography portfolio. Ah, never a dull moment. And, the next time you're in New York City and want some high-end photographs of yourself, Lee is your girl. Imagine how fun that would be - to hang out ...
Feb 01, 2019•11 min
Two Things You Need to Know About Manuals. Listen in as Lee shares her two tips for manuals - you know, those booklets or folded-up pieces of paper than explain in detail what you've just purchased! Along the way, Lee goes on a short tangent about perforator cutters - a fantastic tool, actually. You'll also want to download Lee's Goals 2019 Worksheet because you will not find the one question (one page two) that NO other worksheet has - promise! You can download it here. * Join The House of Lee ...
Jan 24, 2019•9 min
How to Make Household Cleaner and a Simple Dinner Recipe. Listen in as Lee shares her recipe for household cleaner that has actually been tested to work! Really. And, along the way, find out what Lee's cooking for dinner and get the quick recipe! You'll also want to download Lee's Goals 2019 Worksheet because you will not find the one question (one page two) that NO other worksheet has - promise! You can download it here. * Join The House of Lee NYC Facebook Group! * Shout-Outs: This week's shou...
Jan 18, 2019•9 min
Six Ways to Say No. Listen in as Lee shares her six simple phrases - with a bonus phrase - to say no to people and things you don't want to do. You'll get a bonus phrase for listening all the way through to the end! You'll also want to download Lee's Goals 2019 Worksheet because you will not find the one question (one page two) that NO other worksheet has - promise! You can download it here. * Join The House of Lee NYC Facebook Group! * Shout-Outs: This week's shout-out goes to listener Michelle...
Jan 11, 2019•14 min
How to Make Mochi Cakes the Easy Way and a Goals Worksheet for 2019! Listen in as Lee shares the easiest way to make those delicious, sweet rice balls. You know, daifuku, the ones with ice cream inside - or sweet bean paste. It literally takes, like, three minutes! You'll also want to download Lee's Goals 2019 Worksheet because you will not find the one question (one page two) that NO other worksheet has - promise! You can download it here. * Join The House of Lee NYC Facebook Group! * Mentions/...
Jan 04, 2019•9 min
7 Simple, Alcohol-Free Ways to Ring in the New Year 2019. Listen in as Lee shares some fun, if not unique, ways to celebrate 2019, the Year of the Pig - or Wild Boar...take your pick! You'll also want to download Lee's Goals 2019 Worksheet because you will not find the one question (one page two) that NO other worksheet has - promise! You can download it here. * Join The House of Lee NYC Facebook Group! * Mentions/Resources: -Kir Royale = Champagne + Cassis Liqueur - For Lee's New Year's Goals S...
Dec 28, 2018•13 min
A Simple Way to Spread Neighbor Cheer and How to Take Bokeh Cell Phone Photos. Listen in as Lee shares one simple way to spread holiday - i.e. Christmas - cheer with your neighbors. Hint: It's fun AND tasty! You'll also find out how to use your cell phone to take photos of bokeh. You know, they're those really cool, out-of-focus light pictures! * Join The House of Lee NYC Facebook Group! * Mentions/Resources: - For Lee's New Year's Goals Sheet, visit http://www.HouseOfLeeNYC.com/newyears - New p...
Dec 20, 2018•11 min
Tips for Visiting Santa at Macy's and How to Prevent Being Pick-Pocketed. Listen in as Lee shares her insider advice on how to get through waiting to see Santa at Santaland at Macy's in Herald Square at West 34th Street. Find out where to enter to avoid the crowds and what to take to make the wait in line more bearable - especially with little ones. You'll also find out how to avoid being pick-pocketed while out and about in New York City during the holiday season. And, if your wallet is stolen,...
Dec 14, 2018•18 min
How to Host a Holiday Cookie-Baking Party. Yes! Not just a cookie-swap type of gathering! Listen in as Lee shares with you her recipe for a fun way to bring people together in your home using cookie baking as the excuse. You'll learn what to do and what to tell your guests - and what NOT to do! Lee also shares what a Thank You file is and why everyone should have one. And, teachers! Lee gives all teachers a nugget of support! Happy Hanukah! Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Happy Kwanzaa! Shout-O...
Dec 07, 2018•17 min
How to Tell a Story. Join Lee as she interviews guest Shannon Cason, an award-winning, professional storyteller. Shannon Cason shares more than ten major tips to learning how to tell a story really well whether it's for a dinner party or for the big leagues as a keynote speaker. Shannon also shares the ONE thing no one should ever do when telling a story. Listen - and please share with your friends. Shout-Outs: A quick hello goes out to Steve Moors Art in New York! Thank you for listening! * Joi...
Nov 30, 2018•40 min
No water or no HOT water? Listen in as Lee shares some practical tips for when you find yourself with either water OR hot water not working! And, this happened today, on Thanksgiving 2018! With guests expected! Find out what happened, how to take a hot water bucket shower, and how to handle the same situation if it happens to you! Shout-Outs: Hellos go out to Stacey Fitch in AL! Thank you for listening! * Join The House of Lee NYC Facebook Group! * Mentions/Resources: - Waverly Restaurant (also ...
Nov 23, 2018•15 min
