*SOJU WITH SARAH* SEASON 1 BLOOPERS
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Jun 06, 2025•7 min
soju with sarah
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drinking a whole bottle of soju together (season finale!)
to all my soju shotties listening — THANK YOU ❤️ for the last year I’ve spent every week with you all and spilled some of my most inner thoughts and feelings to what I believe is the kindest and most amazing community out there. thank you for sitting through these long chats, sharing your stories and always letting me connect with you guysl! I never thought we’d make it to 50 episodes but here we are and I’m excited for what’s in store for season 2 🥹 until then, stay awesome & have a GREAT ...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 50
why im ending the podcast (and the biggest lessons i’ve learned)
hello soju shotties! today we're breaking down some brutally honest stories & lessons that I learned through starting soju with sarah this last year ~ this has been one of the most meaningful things I've done in my adult life and I'm so happy to have shared so many episodes with you all as we navigate shared experiences of adulthood ❤️ regardless of where you found this podcast on your journey, thank you for being here and allowing me to do this every week! it's been truly such a blessing :)...
May 16, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 49
*chaotically* reading your honest assumptions about us
hey all you soju shotties! welcome to the 3rd to last episode of season 1 -- today we read assumptions about us and debunk what's true vs false. thanks for tuning in and have a wonderful soju friday :) today's specialty drink on the menu: rice milk chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:53) intro (00:03:57) episode topic (00:05:14) drink of the day (00:05:47) vanilla vs. kinky (00:06:26) moose's tax fraud (00:06:53) our arguments (00:09:54) who wears the pants? (00:12:51) video games (00:14:06) home...
May 09, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 48
you are not a self-improvement project
hey there baddies -- today is the james takeover episode and i'll be taking you through my recent musings on toxic self-improvement. hope you enjoy and leave a 🗿 emoji if you're reading this :) - james today's specialty drink on the menu: white russian chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:25) intro (00:03:20) my self-improvement journey (00:06:47) hyper-focusing on my flaws (00:11:33) you have inherent value (00:13:46) toxic self-improvement vs. self-actualization (00:15:16) things i'm bad at (00...
May 02, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 47
reviewing *every* year in my 20s
today we're digging deep down and exposing our dear host sarah! as we reminisce about every single year until age 27, we'll chat about lessons learned, the trials and tribulations of getting older & how we navigated challenges in adulthood ~ grab your favorite mugs and join us for a fun soju friday :) today's specialty drink on the menu: raspberry pique tea chapter (00:00:00) preview (00:00:48) drink of the day (00:03:33) age 20: finding self validation (00:16:48) age 21: clarity & comfo...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 46
my partner cheated on me multiple times… (soju advice column #4)
today we’re digging through the soju shotties submissions and giving some life advice! stay tuned for spicy stories, questions and situations from you all & some (hopefully) helpful guidance ~ so grab your mugs & let’s have an advice column! today's specialty drink on the menu: english breakfast tea chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:03:53) drink of the day (00:05:00) (bittersweet) podcast update :') (00:10:01) is cheating forgivable? (00:17:35) quitting your job (00:29:04) self worth &...
Apr 18, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 45
feeling beautiful when you dont fit the beauty standard
after an almost 3 week trip to asia, we’re doing some reflections on beauty standards in different cultures and how to view yourself against these expectations! also a gentle reminder that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and to not hold yourself too closely to trends or societal expectations ~ so grab your mugs and let’s chat about beauty and feeling pretty :) today's specialty drink on the menu: green tea chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:02:26) housekeeping & asia trip! :) (00:05:36) be...
Apr 11, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 44
do cultural differences matter in a relationship?
hello from korea! today we're tuning in from asia and sharing some reflections we've been making / having / discussing while on this trip ~ for some soju shotties who aren't aware, james is actually korean and i (sarah) am chinese! through the years, we've both made active efforts to learn and inquire more about each others cultures but even then, it can be hard! so strap in, grab your soju mug and let's chat! drink of the day: somaek 소맥 chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:06:36) does it matter if t...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 43
do you miss being single?
welcome to today’s spicy episode where we answer a controversial question, “do you miss being single?” while there’s no clear answer to this, we do dive into the nuances of being single vs. in a relationship and our realities back when we had more “relationship independence” ~ for all of our soju shotties out there that are single, let us know your thoughts! today's specialty drink on the menu: mixed berry greens chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:06:34) do you ever wish you were single again? (00:10...
Mar 28, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 42
a guy’s perspective on dating & long-term commitment
we're focusing on the male perspective today as our co-host james takes the stage to share his experience navigating love, relationships, dating, and the big ol' question of long term commitment. today he answers some hard hitting questions like his ideal type, why he never dated before sarah and how he overcame his fear of commitment ~ grab your drinks and strap in because today's episode is a juicy one ~ today's specialty drink on the menu: hana makgeolli chapters (00:00:00) preview & intr...
Mar 21, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 41
my mindset as i approach 30
today we're chatting about mindset shifts as we entering our 30s ~ while 30 is still a few years away from me, the 20s can be a confusing & challenging period leading up to it. i've personally had my own existential crises in this time (as y'all have probably witnessed) so today let's break down the little bits of our late 20s that challenge us! today's specialty drink on the menu: pink lemonade chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:04:13) the idea of turning 30 (00:06:48) learning more about yourse...
Mar 14, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 40
what we owe our parents (& what we don't)
today we're talking about family dynamics & growing up in an immigrant household ~ this is a topic that is near and dear to our hearts so we're diving into all things familial responsibilities, commitments & what we truly owe our families. so grab your mugs and let's chat! today's specialty drink on the menu: yogurt soju chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:03:01) do you owe your parents? (00:12:37) why do parents feel entitled? (00:16:26) vicarious dream fulfillment (00:24:36) pressure to help...
Mar 07, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 39
the life advice you need to hear (pt. 2)
welcome to another soju friday! for today's episode, i compiled pieces of life advice that i've found personally useful and uplifting~ hope y'all enjoy :) today's specialty drink on the menu: lilikoi passion soju chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:02:49) fail small, not big (00:04:28) fall forward rather than backward (00:05:24) ask stupid questions (00:07:48) luck needs preparation (00:12:38) just do it as a joke (00:14:55) accept criticism selectively (00:18:35) dealing w/ jealousy (00:19:35) rant ...
Feb 28, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 38
finding your personal style
today we're having a fun chat about fashion, style & self expression ~ there will be one too many cringey outfit pics, some *lighthearted* roasts & deep dives into our fashion evolutions :) today's specialty drink on the menu: melon jelly soju chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:09:10) drink of the day (00:10:07) james' relationship to personal style (00:14:45) sarah's relationship to personal style (00:23:54) fashion & style as a creator (00:29:13) intermission & fashion ROAST (00:50:...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 37
my ex didn't know my name... | reading your valentine's day love (& horror!) stories
read all our soju shotty 💕vday💕 submissions here! ➭ https://sojuwithsarah.com from high school sweethearts to complete sociopaths, from soulmates to exes who didn’t even know your name—this episode is a rollercoaster. we’re diving into wild dating stories, rekindled romances, matchmaking fails, and love advice straight from the soju shotties. buckle up for some unhinged, hilarious, and heartwarming moments. 💕 today's specialty drink on the menu: orange mango bikkle chapters (00:00:00) intro (...
Feb 14, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 36
being cool is overrated
today we're talking about being "cool" - the pitfalls and distractions that "coolness" creates in our lives. we talk about living in nyc, the death of subculture, and what to prioritize in life. get ready for another friday of putting us on your incognito browser at work, minimizing the window, and listening to the dulcet tones of our voices as you pretend to work on this beautiful day :) today's specialty drink on the menu: pear soda (00:00:00) intro (00:02:04) "trendy" cities (00:05:21) drink ...
Feb 07, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 35
I sold my house, quit my job, broke up with my bf & moved across the country…(soju advice column #3)
the tea is piping hot today! today we're bringing you a long overdue advice column where we talk all things relationship, life, and career based on submissions from our wonderful soju shotties (shawties). get ready for an hour of riveting discussion and maybe even a cameo from our pawducer. have a lovely soju friday! :) today's specialty drink on the menu: red wine chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:07:34) i sold my house, quit my job... (00:23:10) relationship breaks (00:32:18) unsupportive friends ...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 34
don't let your boyfriend stop you from finding your husband
today is all about love! in this episode, we’re diving into the do’s and don’ts of relationships — and not to mention, spilling some spicy stories from the past ~ whether you’re single, dating, or in a relationship, this is your guide to building connections that actually last; so grab your mugs and let's chat about love! today's specialty drink on the menu: cucumber mint soju chapters (00:00:00) intro (00:04:51) what i looked for in guys (00:09:31) my relationship history (00:14:57) dating don'...
Jan 24, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 33
practical money lessons (& how I was scammed out of $10,000)
❤️ LA FIRE AID RESOURCES ❤️ ➭ Mutual Aid Resources Map: https://www.fireaid.info/ ➭ List of Verified GoFundMe Pages: https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/wildfire-relief/california ➭ In-Person Volunteer Opportunities: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1eaSXTYlLY_spJ-_w43ac55qu6X4YtgApgRGfads3cM4 hello soju shotties (shawties)! welcome to another soju friday where we talk all things relating to practical money advice. we share things we've learned through our adulthood and even some questionab...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 32
i quit my tech job to make pants
today, co-host becomes interviewee in this riveting discussion on james's quitting journey! let's talk about the experience of quitting your corporate job and taking a bet on yourself. we get deep into the thought process and lead-up to james pivoting to a creative career so grab a nice drink and enjoy our conversation :) today's specialty drink on the menu: thai tea chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:17) intro (00:07:27) james' current job (00:13:27) james' background (00:19:22) job dissatisfac...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 31
are you old or is your mindset old?
welcome soju shotties to the first episode of 2025! with our co-host joining, we have a fun and introspective episode about identity and mindset as we grow older. so grab a nice hot drink and get cozy as we talk about feeling "old" vs feeling "young" today's specialty drink on the menu: white russian chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:18) james is back (00:03:36) episode topic (00:06:36) youthful energy (00:09:58) old person habits (00:14:22) how to feel younger (00:21:04) be a "yes" woman (00:2...
Jan 03, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 30
why 2025 *WONT* be your year :)
happy 2025 soju shotties! let's sit down and chat for our very last episode of 2024! today we talk about why 2025 won't be your "year", and advice on how to live your best life. we're so grateful to all our soju shotties for tuning in during the holidays and we can't wait to continue on with you all in the new year :) today's specialty drink on the menu: mixed herbal tea chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:14) intro (00:03:04) why 2025 won't be your year (00:04:42) enjoy the process more (00:08:0...
Dec 27, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 29
when life gives you lemons, plant the seeds and grow a tree
welcome to a new set & a new beginning! today we talk about change and how to embrace change head on while also learning to grow from it ~ so grab your mugs and let's chat! today's specialty drink on the menu: yuja seltzer (00:00:00) preview (00:00:20) intro (00:01:30) new apartment setup (00:03:07) drink of the day (00:04:00) difficulties moving in (00:08:03) don’t resist change (00:13:09) underestimating change (00:15:28) change takes time (00:19:04) embrace change (00:23:23) outro...
Dec 20, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 28
navigating money & finances in adulthood
welcome back to our LAST episode in this apartment, where we talk about finances, our childhoods, and money tips. we hope you find value in our discussion and look out for future episodes in our new apartment :) today's specialty drink on the menu: milk tea chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:13) episode topic (00:05:20) drink of the day (00:07:22) how much do we save? (00:13:05) does money buy happiness? (00:17:06) money in our childhood (00:24:28) sarah's family lore (00:30:16) pay transparency...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 27
*knock knock* it's your bi-annual identity crisis!
welcome to your bi-annual identity crisis! today we talk about the onset of an identity crisis, the plight of social media in this era of overconsumption & how to recover from an ongoing identity crisis ~ we're getting a little more introspective about all things superficial + non-superficial, so grab your mugs and let's chat! today's specialty drink on the menu: barley tea (00:00:00) preview (00:00:13) intro (00:02:13) personal identity vs. personal branding (00:04:33) being raw & unfil...
Dec 06, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 26
life gets better when you're grateful... *thanksgiving special*
today we’re reflecting on why gratitude is so essential in life and what we're grateful for this holiday season! so grab you mugs and let's all say "thank you" together in unison :) today's specialty drink on the menu: apple cider chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:17) intro (00:07:16) why gratitude is important (00:09:52) james has a counterpoint! (00:12:42) more perks of gratitude (00:15:20) understanding how to be thankful (00:20:01) a good movie rec (00:23:16) ways to express gratitude (00:3...
Nov 28, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 25
the art of networking in your 20s
today we're chatting about a topic that is intimidating for a lot of people and often seen as a little "icky". we're going to unpack what networking truly is, beyond just clout chasing and social climbing. there's many different types of networking and ways to do it effectively, so grab your favorite drink and let's talk about how to network in your 20s :) today's specialty drink on the menu: apple cider (00:00:00) intro & life update (00:03:23) let's talk networking! (00:04:16) networking i...
Nov 22, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 24
wtf is a winter arc??
if you're just as confused as we are about winter arcs, then this is the episode for you! let's deep dive into "winter arcs," the time of year when life seems to slow down, routines shift, and introspection sets in ~ whether it's about finding comfort in solitude, setting meaningful goals for the new year, or simply enjoying cozy nights in, we're talking about how winter can be more than just a cold stretch :) so grab your favorite hot drink, and let's talk about making your winter arc as meanin...
Nov 15, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 23
don't wait for 2025; just start
t-2 months until 2025! in this episode, we're rethinking the idea of waiting for 2025 to start fresh ~ we’ll talk about how the “perfect time” mindset can keep you stuck, and why now is as good as any moment to begin working toward what matters ~ so grab you mugs and let's chat! today's specialty drink on the menu: banana milk matcha chapters (00:00:00) preview (00:00:15) intro (00:02:56) drink of the day (00:04:02) the end of 2023 vs 2024 (00:06:51) the paradox of planning (00:07:57) prepping v...
Nov 08, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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