What is the role of psychological health for Asian Americans today? What is it about our culture that can cause tension or dissonance in this area? In this episode we sit back down with David Kim, Discipleship Pastor of Westgate Church and author of a great best selling book, "Change". David unpacks much of his own life experience specifically in the intersectionality of psychology and faith. This episode is an amazing deep dive as we talk about various topics from navigating change, psychologic...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 35 min
When we talk about the Asian American experience, often times it seems that this "lost in translation" segment not only gets left out of much needed conversation, but are often times those who feel a most unique tension. In this conversation, we sit down with two very good friends, Paul Sohn (Best selling author, adjunct professor at Biola University) and Kevin Lee (Online discipleship pastor at Saddleback Church). In this episode we take a real deep dive into the 1.5 generation story and experi...
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In continuation with the last episode, we examine how our cultural moment is often connected to a prophetic moment in time. As we believe that events are not isolated moments in random occurrence, but rather mirroring realities of deeper spiritual understanding. In this episode we bring back our good friend Lydia Yoon, singer and song writer based out of Atlanta, GA. This episode is a unique deep dive into the conversation of what God may be doing in the midst of what seems to be a cultural phen...
Apr 03, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 3
With the recent events surrounding Asian American hate crimes, it seems that the Asian-American community finds itself in a unique cultural moment. This is a phenomena that seems to touch the psyche of a specific people group however has implications for society at large. In this conversation we sit down again with our good friend Jon Jo, a pastor of a Korean American Church community in Fresno, CA. This episode is a dialogue between two brothers who are trying to make sense of the unique moment...
Mar 29, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In the recent days after the Atlanta shooting, I found myself in a whirlwind of what I can only describe as God's voice working through my pain. In a series of events, I found myself with a really unique wind of inspiration to have conversations with various friends from around the country that carried such a unique dynamic on the conversations. I believe now more than ever before the need to be three-dimensional in this binary conversation is at an all time high. God is that that third dimensio...
Mar 29, 2021•5 min
Self-Awareness is truly the foundation of everything. Socrates once wrote, "Know Thyself". Shakespeare echoed that sentiment when he wrote, "above all else, to thine own self be true". This episode is really talking about what self-awareness is, the power of self-awareness, and why this is absolutely crucial for our own development journey. Check it out!
Feb 17, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We are back! And with a brand new season. In this episode we take a look back on Season 1 and examine both the highlights and lessons learned. We talk about the foundations of the NDP and what makes this podcast unique. Finally we give you a sneak peak of what to expect in Season 2. It's gonna be an amazing journey ahead. Check it out.
Jan 06, 2021•40 min
What is prophecy? In this episode we really break down that at the heart of genuine prophecy is authentic relationship. I personally loved recording this episode as we talk about the subject matter in a way that makes it really down to earth and allows people to engage with it. Lydia Yoon is a singer/songwriter but more than that she is a friend of God. Especially during a time where it seems that information has caused an analysis paralysis in society, the need to be able to hear through the no...
May 12, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 18
This episode was POWERFUL and PERTINENT. In this episode, we sit down with David & Nina Kim. David is a discipleship pastor at West Gate Church based in San Jose, CA. Nina is a full-time mom and also an Enneagram coach through her private practice, Shalom Coaching. This episode is just a raw honest examination at how "Crisis" can play this pivotal role in our lives by revealing our deepest shadow selves. As certified Enneagram coaches, both David and Nina talk about how the Enneagram was a p...
Apr 28, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode we sit down with my friend Liz Choi, co-founder of Love Wildly Co. - an event planning company based in Orange County, CA. This episode is raw, real, and incredibly relevant to anyone who has gone through trauma/pain. This episode almost feels like a therapy session in itself, but really from the narration of Liz' powerful story from going through a world of brokenness to finding healing, wholeness, and redemption. This episode is also a spotlight on mental health and anxiety, ho...
Apr 14, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode we sit down with my good friend Jeff Hyun. Jeff is the lead pastor of Holy Wave, the english speaking ministry of Sarang Church based out in Orange County, CA. We talk about the power of pain and the catalytic role that it can play in growth and development. We talk about Jeff's own journey through some of the most painful seasons of his life and what that has produced as a result of that process. This episode is for anyone out there who may be going through their own process and...
Apr 06, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode we sit down with my good friend Paul Sohn, best selling author, founder, and now adjunct professor at Biola University. We talk about Paul's personal journey of discovering his own calling and now what he does to help others to discover their own. This episode is actually one of my personal favorites as I believe there is some really rich dialogue around the topics of calling, identity, and how to slow down in an age of anxiety. There is golden conversation weaved throughout this...
Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This episode is all about LEADERSHIP. In a world today where so much is changing and dynamics evolving, what are the timeless principals of Leadership that never change? Will Chung is the Co-director of The Meeting Place, a regional ministry based out in Orange County, CA. This episode is filled with great nuggets of wisdom for anyone who wants to add value to their leadership no matter what sphere they are in. Hope you enjoy, check it out.
Mar 17, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We sit down with Billy Humphrey, the director of IHOP Atlanta, and we talk in depth around the topic of prayer and understanding prayer from the lens of Spiritual Intelligence. This episode is filled with some really insightful dialogue. Check it out!
Mar 09, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 12
This episode was super fun to record. Our original intent was to record a podcast on self-awareness but seemed to a take a delightful turn as we hit a vein talking about Asian American identity, experience, and voice. This episode was an insightful dialogue and grateful to have my brother Jon with me for the ride. Hope you enjoy, check it out!
Mar 02, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This episode is really like a grab-bag of goodies. Bonnie is a serial entrepreneur who has worked in over 9 various industries allowing her to have a really unique perspective on life as well as now a full-time coach. Her company Royal Telos works with leaders in various sectors and really is all about personal and professional growth. Sit back and enjoy this episode as we dive into Bonnie's journey and the eclectic stories that follow.
Feb 24, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Tim Sikpi is a realtor with The Agency, a luxury real estate brokerage based in Los Angeles, CA. We talk about the power of Identity as Tim shares the powerful story of his life's journey and why identity is at the core of spiritual intelligence. This episode is full of great story and food for thought. Check it out!
Feb 11, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Live Coaching Session with David Shin, creator of the "I Hope They Hear This" Podcast. We go deeper in the topic of "Anxiety" and how coaching has made a difference in being able to identify, isolate, and improve this area of his life. As always its just fun conversation that hopefully is loaded with meaningful value. Enjoy!
Feb 10, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 8
I sit down with my close friend, Abraham Gin, who is the founder of Gin Consulting, a digital marketing and business growth strategy agency. We talk about his journey from global non-profit missions work to being one of the top-ten digital marketing influencers in Kansas City. We talk about the power Clarity and why it is key to living a life of effectiveness. Tons of great content in this one.
Jan 15, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode I sit down with Jason Nettles: pastor, speaker, and leader of a national movement for Korean Diaspora. We talk about the power of synergy, examine what synergy looks like, and what are the principals that allow for synergistic collaboration to take place.
Jan 07, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode we sit down the with Chad & Shawna Kaszer better known as KZR house creative agency. We talk about what is going on with culture and the progressive trends around branding. The power of conviction and why understanding your core convictions are at the center of what gives integrity to humans, business, and beyond.
Jan 01, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, I sit down with one my friends and coaching clients, Hyun Kim, as he shares his experience with coaching and how it's been transformative in his life. We dialogue on the purpose of coaching, the power of self-discovery, and the beautiful fusion between pastoring and coaching.
Dec 25, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
We interview Brandon Burke: recording artist, pastor to entertainers, and Kingdom thought leader. This episode is packed with tons of golden nuggets as Brandon shares about his life, his encounter with God that changed everything, what is the bigger picture with Kanye West, and so much more.
Dec 18, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode we dig into what is Spiritual Intelligence (SQ)? We break this down and provide some real life examples of understanding Spiritual Intelligence in a way that is real, relatable, and relevant. As always, hope you find value in the content. Thanks for tuning in!
Dec 11, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 2
This is our first official episode where I share the heart behind the podcast, my personal journey, and start to unpack what Human Development is and how I go about coaching. Hope you guys find some great value in this episode and again, thank you for tuning in!
Dec 04, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1
