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NOT A D.L.E.

Yasmin Lauwww.notadle.com
Join Yasmin Lau and Asian trailblazers as they engage in raw, unfiltered conversations on a show that delves into rewriting the narrative and redefining success. Explore their journeys of pushing boundaries, debunking stereotypes, and gaining insights into their pathways to success. Follow @notadle on Instagram and TikTok to join in the conversation.
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Episodes

Ep 16: The Pros & Cons of Quitting Your 9-5

Join Yasmin Lau for another solo episode and the season finale of NOT A D.L.E. In this episode, Yasmin dives into the reality of quitting your 9-5, the Pros, and the Cons...

Jul 25, 202414 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Ep 15: The Reality of Being a Content Creator with @bzhvng

Meet Billy Zhang, a fitness content creator, ASRV & Transparent Labs Athlete and *ahem* Yasmin's long-time partner. We dive into his journey of growing his social media to over 200k followers across all platforms and what it really takes to become a content creator... the process, the sacrifices, and the reality of dating someone who's LOCKED IN.

Jul 18, 202448 minEp. 15

Ep 14: Sex, Shame, and the Female Anatomy feat. Anna Lee [VIDEO]

Meet Anna Lee, the co-founder and CEO of Lioness, the startup that built the world’s first and only smart vibrator that improves pleasure through biofeedback orgasm data and science. Anna was previously a mechanical engineer at Amazon, launching the Amazon Dash Button’s original concept and the Kindle Voyage Page Press Technology. She was most recently named one of Newsweek’s 10 Innovators Disrupting Healthcare as well as Forbes 30 Under 30. She is a big advocate in Lioness’s mission to expand o...

Jul 04, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Ep 13: I am definitely not a hiker + rmb to check your Airbnb

Join Yasmin this week as she recaps her quick 10-day vacation in Vancouver and Calgary. From hiking up mountains to living on East Hastings… it was a TRIP. Also throwback to that time she called the cops on her little sis?!

Jun 27, 202424 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Ep 12: Go for "No" feat. Chau Lui

Meet Chau Lui, the co-owner of Paris Jewellers, a jewelry company founded by her mother, who immigrated to Canada from Vietnam. Arriving in Canada, the young family had hopes and dreams of a brighter future. Witnessing her mother’s work ethic, grace and gratitude towards a new life in a new country, while overcoming language barriers, fueled Chau’s passion to build a business that she would have wanted to work for while growing up.

Jun 20, 202444 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Ep 11: 10 Things I Learned in my 20s

In this episode, Yasmin dives into 10 major things she's learned in her 20s to help you navigate your journey with a little more confidence.

Jun 13, 202420 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Ep 10: From Tumblr to Finding Success with the Kardashians feat. Sarah Cheung [VIDEO]

Sarah Cheung, Beauty Content Creator & Founder of SACHEU Beauty sits down with Yasmin to give us all the details on her beauty brand that is now in every Ulta Beauty store across America and it's (pretty much) overnight success with a little help from the Kardashians. She talks about her big move from Hong Kong to Canada and shares some fun facts about her life as a beauty influencer since her Tumblr era.

Jun 06, 202442 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Ep 9: Sorry I've been MIA...

Is it just me or has 2024 been the year of change? Sorry I've been MIA, but I promise I had a good reason.

May 30, 202411 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Ep 8: Shades of Humanity - A Conversation with Ryan Alexander Holmes

On this season finale episode, meet Ryan Alexander Holmes [何仁安], actor and content creator based in Los Angeles, CA. As an Asian and Black man growing up in a predominantly Asian neighborhood, Ryan shares the struggles he had with his identity, the sorts of challenges he faced, and the empowering journey of embracing your true self.

Dec 21, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Ep 7: Women Rising and the Unseen Barriers with Rachel Wong

Meet Rachel Wong, Co-Founder of Monday Girl, Canada’s leading network and newsletter for professional women. Discover how Monday Girl provides unlimited access to resources, a vibrant community, and mentorship from leading women at Google, Shopify, lululemon, Indigo, and other top companies. With a combined audience of 150K+ and 50+ sold-out events, Rachel shares insights on women in leadership, career advice, and her own journey, including her early days at Uber shaping the launch of Uber Eats ...

Dec 14, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Ep 6: She Bangs, He Soars with William Hung

Meet the one and only, William Hung aka the man who captured the nation's attention with his unforgettable audition on American Idol. A civil engineering student at UC Berkeley at the time, William's rendition of Ricky Martin's "She Bangs" turned him into an overnight sensation, albeit for unexpected reasons.

Dec 07, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Ep 5: TikTok Ties the Knot with Judy Lim

Meet Judy Lim, makeup artist and TikTok star with over 12 years of experience working in beauty and specializes in working with Asian facial features, skin tones and hair textures. At 17, she had to choose between being a full time content creator or a working makeup artist. Despite not following through with YouTube at that time, she later found success on TikTok. She currently has over 450k followers and hosts workshops helping other business owners grow on the platform and leverage it for bus...

Nov 30, 20231 hrSeason 1Ep. 5

Ep 4: Balayage and Beyond with Su Park

Meet Su Park, co-owner of Arc Creative Studios and colourist with a predominately Asian clientele. Su candidly shares her journey when she realized that teaching wasn't her calling and how, after a period of unemployment, she embraced the unpredictability of life. Hear how Su ventured into the world of hair "randomly" and life now as a salon owner.

Nov 16, 202352 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Ep 3: Behind the Lens with Patrick Leung

Meet Patrick Leung, a talented videographer with an impressive portfolio that includes collaborations with celebrities like Shay Mitchell, Steve Aoki, and YouTuber, Will Tennyson. Patrick takes us behind the scenes of his incredible journey in the world of filmmaking. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker or simply a fan of compelling visual storytelling, this conversation will provide a unique look at the world of videography and the art of making memorable moments come to life on screen.

Nov 09, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Ep 1: Embracing Asian Identity with Madelyn Chung

Meet Madelyn Chung, the founder of The RepresentASIAN Project and The Blossom Mental Health Fund. Madelyn shares her personal journey of embracing her Asian identity and how it led her to create Canada's leading Asian North American media platform dedicated to celebrating and promoting Asian culture. We explore the challenges and triumphs Madelyn faced, the impact of Asian representation, and the importance of empowering yourself.

Nov 02, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Welcome to NOT A DLE (Doctor, Lawyer, Engineer)

Follow Yasmin Lau as she interviews Asian trailblazers redefining success. New episode every Thursday. Send us a DM @notadle or email any questions to yasmin@notadle.com

Nov 01, 20231 min
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