Dont Make Me Call Her
by Grace Lam
What can a former VOGUE fashion editor talk about? Fashion? Nah—way more! Welcome to DON’T MAKE ME CALL HER, the podcast reviving the lost art of real phone conversations. Forget emojis and DMs—Grace Lam dials up friends for candid, unfiltered chats about life, culture, parenting, F1 and everything in between. Expect humour, surprises, and even Cantonese slang lessons. Tune in every Friday for authentic stories that are as relatable as they are hilarious. Follow, subscribe, rate and share with a friend.Instagram: @dontmakemecallher / @gracelamstyle
Episodes
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LOL WTF And Everything In Between
Another episode no one has asked for LOL. Forget WTF and IDK This week on Don’t Make Me Call Her, Grace and Jason go deep on acronyms: who TF still uses them? they share some that only make sense at Casa Capo-Lam. Grace has a particular GL way of using her own versions, and it’s not always…
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What The Fck Is GLSCC?
Grace Lam Style Creative Class Has Launched! This week on DMMCH, announcing our second baby to the world 'Grace Lam Style Creative Class' my brand new online styling and fashion course for those women who want to change their image but don't know how, and yes, I’m shamelessly promoting it to my…
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Small Talk Survival G-ninja Guide For Festive Season
Festive season is coming sooner than we think. Which means obligatory work parties, relatives you see once a year for a reason and your annoying boss who somehow always finds you in a crowd. You’re going to need help. Good news — Grace is here and she is an absolute master of small talk. This…
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Which Are The Cities With Big D#ck Energy?
Pack your bags people! This week Grace and Jason are hunting down their number one listener - out of their fifteen loyal fans. This episode they are taking you on a world tour of every city they've called home. From Hong Kong to London, New York to Paris, then Perth, Sydney and Melbourne, the...
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Hurry The Fck Up...This Is Hong Kong!
We went to Hong Kong for a family vacay and it delivered. Every. Single. Time. This week — a city where people walk fast and talk loud, and no that does not mean they are rude, it means they have somewhere to be and something important banter to share. Food is the number one priority in Hong…
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Another Lesson No One Needs!
We're back. Nobody asked, but here we are. This week — it's official, our smartphones are our meal companions. We've all just collectively agreed that our phones are better company than the people sitting opposite us. Then, Melbourne baristas — talented, passionate, devoted to their craft — but…
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Where Are You Actually From Karen?
This week we return to our favourite format: Two nobodies, zero plan, whatever's on our minds. First up a big shout-out to our 14 loyal listeners, who show up every Wednesday for reasons we genuinely cannot explain and frankly don't deserve. Then we get into why "where are you from?" has somehow...
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Is Ringing Someone Considered A Crime?
We eavesdropped on our teen's phone call recently, purely for research purposes, and came away with more questions than answers. No time was agreed. No location was mentioned. At no point did anyone say a full sentence. And yet, apparently, plans were made. This week we take a good hard look at…
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How To Turn A Small Problem Into A Disaster?
This week on Don't Make Me Call Her podcast, We are running an unofficial masterclass in one of Grace's most well-practiced skills: taking a completely minor inconvenience and turning it into a full-blown disaster, entirely inside her own head. Dramatic much Grace Lam? We break down the actual...
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What A Fcking Shit Show!
This week on Don't Make Me Call Her, we ditched the structure entirely and just fired random questions at each other because we can. No theme, no notes, pure vibes. Topics include: modern dating etiquette, AI boyfriends and girlfriends, mean boss behaviour and what happens at Cannes Film Festival...
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What's It Like Sleeping With Grace Lam?
This week on Don't Make Me Call Her, we're pulling back the curtain on what it's actually like sharing a bed with me — and no, we are not getting into the spicy stuff, nobody needs that mental image. Instead, Jason is finally airing every annoying bed habit he's been quietly cataloguing for…
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Rules We Made Up, Follow Them!
This week on Don't Make Me Call Her, Grace and Jason lay down the modern survival guide nobody asked for but everybody needs. First up: how to dodge scammers by essentially becoming your own personal FBI field agent — trust no one, verify everything, treat every unexpected text like a national...
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Fxck Ageism!
This week on Don't Make Me Call Her, Grace and Jason tackle ageism — or as Grace calls it, the moment society decides you've expired like a carton of milk, except milk doesn't come with 20 years of experience and better judgment. Somewhere between "overqualified" and "not a culture fit," an…
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Grill Me Like Yakitorie (BBQ)
This week Jason puts Grace in the hot seat, grilling her with listener questions — most of which boil down to some version of "how do I become as fierce as you?" Grace tells it how it is with no filter, no PR training, no agent whispering in her ear to be more likeable. We get into the actual...
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Are You Talking To Me D#ckhead?
How the f#ck do these people keep finding me? This week on DMMCH, we're getting into the two schools of clap back: the Ginja-Ninja full Chinatown way — blunt, immediate, and leaving zero room for interpretation — versus Jason's "chill like a monk" way of dealing with idiots. As much as we want to...
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Don't Be Such A Pxssy FFS!
People get offended by everything these days—and we’re over it. In today’s episode of DMMCH, we’re discussing why direct communication is being labeled as "rude" and how to find the middle ground when the world feels like it’s becoming increasingly fragile. We’re talking about the cultural clash…
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Why Is Everyone A Digital Narcissist?
Let’s be real: our communication skills have hit rock bottom. We are currently living through the Great Email/Text/DM Apocalypse, where we’re expected to be available 24/7, yet somehow, nobody actually knows how to have a conversation anymore. In this episode, we’re calling out the digital…
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How To Revenge Like Lewis Hamilton
Don't let your age define you people! As a huge Lewis Hamilton fan for many years, I’m so thrilled to celebrate his first Formula One Grand Prix win with the world's most iconic team, Scuderia Ferrari. At 41, driving for Ferrari in his second season, Lewis just gave the middle finger to every…
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How To Get An Asian Discount
If you aren’t being called a “diva” or “difficult” at least once a week, are you even doing it right? This week on DMMCH, we’re weaponising the ‘Asian Discount.’ We’re moving past the supermarket haggling and looking at the real reason we do it: because you deserve what you’re asking for, and the...
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Shut That Shxt Down! NOW!
EP 9. Welcome to the cultural interrogation room. This episode, we are unpacking the endless cycle of family grilling. Why does reaching a certain age mean your aunties get a free pass to ask about your uterus, your bank account, and your relationship status? We dive into the heavy pressure to…
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FXCK OFF! Access Denied!
We’ve all done it. You keep holding the door open for someone just because you have ten to thirty years of history together or because you share the same last name. But let’s get real: a long timeline or a bloodline isn’t a lifetime pass to wreck your mental health. It’s time to start issuing…
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The Ginja Hustle
If you work in the creative industry or the freelance world, grab a matcha latte and sit down. This week, Jason and I are pulling back the curtain on the absolute circus of chasing what you’re actually worth. We’re breaking down the ultimate "Dos and Don’ts" of setting your rates, and exposing…
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How To Grow Your Own G-ninja
If you want to know how Grace Lam claps back this one is for you. Apparently, the "sweet primary school" era has a much shorter shelf life than it used to. One minute you’re dealing with lost lunchboxes, and the next, the social dynamics have shifted into a low-budget teen drama—about three years...
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I Eat Confrontation For Breakfast
Why are we all so terrified of a little chat? In this episode, we’re diving into the awkward, sweaty-palmed world of confrontation. Most people would rather move to a different country than tell a friend they owe them money or tell a colleague their "reply all" habit is bloody annoying. We…
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Chinatown Brain VS Monk Brain
Episode 4: What happens when your nervous system is pushed to the absolute limit? In this episode of Don't Make Me Call Her, things get real—and a little terrifying. Jason and I are opening up about a high-stress incident involving an intruder trying to break into our home and how our bodies...
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Just Say 'NO' For Fxck Sake!
Ever said "Yes" to something while your soul was screaming "No"? We’ve all been there—that sinking feeling in your stomach the moment the words leave your mouth, followed by a week of self-loathing. In this episode of Don't Make Me Call Her, we’re getting comfortable with the most powerful...
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Me...Bad Temper? Never! How To Handle Anger!
Episode 2: The Art of the Ginja Ninja—Handling Anger & The Combat Zone How do you handle the heat when the temper flares? In this episode of Don't Make Me Call Her, the "Ginja Ninja Master" herself sits down with her most mature student, Jason, to dissect the rawest of human emotions: Anger.…
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Be H2O, My Friend (But Don't Be a Doormat)
After an 11-month 'sabbatical' spent wrestling with the endless life admin of moving from Perth to Melbourne, Grace and Jason are finally back behind the mic. In this season opener, Grace addresses the baffling rumour that she should become a life coach. (Honestly, are you lot quite alright?…
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Nail Clipping In Public VS Small Dick Energy
Herrooo my beloved (and possibly imaginary) listeners! It's time for another episode of 'Don't Make Me Call Her,' where we delve into the truly important things in life: Pet Peeves. This week, Jason and I are taking you on a whirlwind tour of our most memorable experiences living in Hong Kong and...
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52 Candles, 52 Brain Farts!
Birthday brain fog is real peeps! This week on 'Don't Make Me Call Her,' I'm turning 52 and struggling to form coherent sentences thanks to perimenopause. Plus, I'm unleashing my annual rant about the 'Happy Birthday' song – you know, the one that makes me want to hide under a table? (Yes, I…
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A Little Gold Man With No Penis - Every Actor's Dream. The Oscars 2025 Recap.
Oscars madness! For this second episode, we're dissecting Hollywood's biggest and most self absorbed night, the Academy Awards. Frankly, I'm shocked no one mentioned a certain President's tiny hands. Missed opportunity! Timothée Chalamet's yellow suit: genius or a crime against fashion? Is Mick...
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WHY are Aussies allergic to shoes? Can they really not be arsed?
Back for more, are we? "Don't Make Me Call Her" returns for a second series, because apparently, I haven't scared enough people off yet. This new series, I'm dragging my husband, Jason, along for the ride as we attempt to decipher the mysteries of biracial marriage. Think cultural differences,...
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Red knickers And Greasy Hair Are Must-Haves for Chinese New Year
Gong Hei Fat Choy, everyone! It's Chinese New Year, Year of the Snake! I go full-on superstition mode—because obviously, the fate of your entire year depends on whether you wash your hair on the first day (spoiler: DON’T). In this last episode of this first series, Jason and I break down all the...
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Mi chiamo Grace, sono una nuova Tifosi. (My name is Grace, I am a new Tifosi). Forza Ferrari x Lewis Hamilton
Sir Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari? If you didn't know...WTF have you been? Yes I am talking Formula One again! This week the 7 time world champion, made his debut test drive for Scuderia Ferrari and the internet imploded. Lewis dropped a Godfather-esque pic from Ferrari HQ in Maranello, Italy and the...
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Did you get Botox? My lit'bro from another mother - the clever lit'shit
The perks of having globe-trotting friends? Lotza stories to share! This episode, I’m dialing up my ‘baby-faced’ little bro, Daniel Kong. Originally from Brunei but now living in London, he’s a former journalist/writer who worked for Monocle magazine, Lane Crawford, and the South China Morning...
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STOP being so fxcking annoying! Marriage therapy!
Our Wedding Anniversary Special Episode: As you can imagine, I’m not your typical wife who makes a big deal about anniversaries or gives a toss about birthdays—it’s just not my style (blame it on the perimenopause brain fog). Fun fact: neither of us can even remember our marriage proposal. Was it...
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WTF to hang in Melbourne?
This week on Don’t Make Me Call Her, I spill all the festive tea about my Christmas family vacation in Melbourne, Australia! Think cool wine bars, wicked restaurants, and neighborhood gems you need to visit. We also made a cultural pit stop at Yayoi Kusama's massive exhibition—yes, the one with…
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Me As A 007 Bond Girl With My Pretty VJJ
In this episode, I’m catching up with my old friend Pascal Anson—artist, product designer and the man who made British Airways planes look mega cool for the London Olympics. Pascal also hosted a popular BBC show- The Big Paint Challenge. After 30 years of friendship, we share our weird lingo that...
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F1 Gibberish Trash Talk! A fashion girl talking Formula One Racing? Hell Yeah!
Start your engines, F1 fans! I’m finally unleashing my love for Formula One on my podcast! It’s no secret I’m Sir Lewis Hamilton’s #1 fan—meeting him at a Gucci dinner in Hong Kong, hosted by Wendi Murdoch, was hands down the highlight of my life! (Sorry Jason). This episode is a game changer -...
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A Notting Hill Catch-Up: Naked in Japan, Hairy Chest with Big Boobs and Parenting Woes
This week, I dial up my West London gurl, the fabulous Nadia Monzon Ladas, co-founder of Vessel Gallery in the heart of Notting Hill Gate. Since 1999, Vessel Gallery has been the go-to destination for contemporary art - all curated to perfection. We stroll down memory lane with chats about riding...
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Asians Marrying White People: The Tea
Ken is my Malaysian brother from another mother. An international Creative Director, he’s worked with powerhouses like LVMH, Uniqlo, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and Monocle magazine. Originally a Perth boy, Ken has spent years living in New York and London, but Covid brought both our families back to the...
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The only BBC in da village
For my first-ever phone call, I dial up my amazing friend Tony Ward, who lives in Mexico. Tony’s family moved from Hong Kong to the UK, he shares hilarious tales about his fierce 5’2” mum, who ran their Chinese restaurant like a lady-boss (don't ever mess with Mama Ward!). He shares the emotional...
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Welcome to 'Don't Make Me Call Her' Podcast with Grace Lam
What can a former VOGUE fashion editor talk about? Fashion? Nah—far from it! Welcome to 'DONT MAKE ME CALL HER', a podcast series dedicated to reconnecting with people through authentic conversations. This show is about reviving the lost art of phone calls—yes, old-skool but oh-so-Wicked! No…
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About this show
What can a former VOGUE fashion editor talk about? Fashion? Nah—way more! Welcome to DON’T MAKE ME CALL HER, the podcast reviving the lost art of real phone conversations. Forget emojis and DMs—Grace Lam dials up friends for candid, unfiltered chats about life, culture, parenting, F1 and everything in between. Expect humour, surprises, and even Cantonese slang lessons. Tune in every Friday for authentic stories that are as relatable as they are hilarious. Follow, subscribe, rate and share with a friend.Instagram: @dontmakemecallher / @gracelamstyle
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