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Birdhouse Radio
by Pwek Kwong
Welcome to Birdhouse Radio—a space where comfort meets courage. Here, we slow down to reflect, question the rules, and quietly challenge the world around us. Through raw stories, honest conversations, and bold insights, Birdhouse Radio invites you to feel at home while nudging you to grow beyond it. This isn’t self-help—it’s self-discovery, with a twist. Tune in and let’s rethink what it means to live freely, one quietly bold conversation at a time.
Episodes
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i don't want to talk about money
Lately, I’ve been getting tired of talking about money. Not because I don’t think it matters. I think being financially literate and staying on top of your finances is important. But somewhere along the way, I started treating money like a measuring stick for how well I’m doing, how secure I am,...
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dear breadwinner
In this episode of Birdhouse Radio, I’m joined by my partner Jeana for a deeply personal conversation about what it means to be a breadwinner. Between the two of us, we know the weight of supporting family, carrying financial responsibility, making hard decisions, and still trying to build a life...
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the demons that visit us
So this one's a little heavy. Fair warning. This episode dropped right around my 37th birthday, and honestly, I was this close to recording a gratitude episode (which, you know, would've made a lot more sense given how good things have been lately). But something pulled me toward the darker side…
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the move: unpacking boxes and other things
Two months into Manila and I have thoughts. This episode is my honest diary entry about moving from the province: what I left behind, what I'm still figuring out, and what it feels like to finally have a little room to try on different versions of yourself without everyone watching. If you're...
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navigating changes
Two big things happened recently: I met someone, and I’m moving to Manila. Both are exciting. Both are terrifying. And both have made me think a lot about change — how it shapes us, humbles us, and pushes us to grow. In this episode, we unpack the idea of change: why it’s necessary, why it’s…
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the art of letting go
We’ve been letting go since our first day of school. But somehow, it never gets easier. In this episode, I unpack the bittersweet art of letting go—from childhood homes and shifting friendships to those quiet, painful goodbyes we didn’t know would linger. I share two personal stories: one about...
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journal entry: i studied design in london
I went back to London to study design at the University of the Arts London—two short courses in Digital Typographic Design and Art Direction. It was a dream I’d been chasing for years. In this episode, I share what it was really like to study at a top design school, the surprising lessons that...
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pilot: your 2025 starter pack
January’s over—now it’s time to really start the year. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 thoughtful predictions for 2025—and more importantly, how you can turn them into real opportunities. Whether it’s launching that side hustle, using AI to lighten your workload, slowing down to live more...
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ep 8 - season finale: a year of gratitude and growth
Wrapping up Season One of Birdhouse Radio feels like a moment to pause, reflect, and say thank you. This episode dives into why I started this podcast, the lessons it’s taught me, and how it’s grown into something more—a space for connection and community. Join me as we look back on this journey...
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ep 7 - starting "late" and why timelines are overrated
Who says you have to follow the timeline? In this episode, we’re breaking down the idea that starting late means missing out. Whether it’s learning to drive at 35, picking up a new hobby, or going back to school, we’re talking about why timelines are overrated and how every beginning—no matter…
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ep 6 - dear, people pleaser
This week on Birdhouse Radio, we’re having a heart-to-heart about people-pleasing—a habit that often feels like kindness but can quietly take more from us than we realize. I share my personal journey of untangling this behavior, from the moments I didn’t even know I was doing it, to the wake-up...
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ep 5 - only child things: the good, the bad, and the quiet
In this laid-back episode of Birdhouse Radio, we’re talking about what it’s like growing up as an only child. From creative solo adventures to navigating the world with a “main character” mindset, I share some personal stories and unexpected lessons. Whether you’re an only child, raising one, or...
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ep 4 - travel and turbulence
i really hate airline turbulence and i've got quite a bit to say about it.
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ep. 3 - a surprise visit and low maintenance friendships
an unexpected surprise had me thinking about low maintenance friendships and what makes them last
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ep. 2 - the heat, national ID and revisiting forgotten dreams
in this episode i said goodbye to the summer heat (at long last), finally reunited with my lost national ID and talked about revisiting old and forgotten dreams
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ep. 1 - turning 30, losing and finding balance
finally started my podcast! talked about balance, navigating my 30s and moving to the countryside
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Birdhouse Radio—a space where comfort meets courage. Here, we slow down to reflect, question the rules, and quietly challenge the world around us. Through raw stories, honest conversations, and bold insights, Birdhouse Radio invites you to feel at home while nudging you to grow beyond it. This isn’t self-help—it’s self-discovery, with a twist. Tune in and let’s rethink what it means to live freely, one quietly bold conversation at a time.
HOSTED BY
Pwek Kwong
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