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The Changing Tides Podcast
by Changing Tides
We invite guests from a variety of professions, backgrounds, & experiences to chat about their mental health journeys. Changing Tides, a program of Little Tokyo Service Center, focuses on opening up the conversation around mental health, especially within the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals sharing their stories & are not meant to replace the advice of mental health professionals.If you or a loved one is struggling with mental illness/seeking resources check out: https://thechangingtides.org/helplines Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/changing-tides8/support
Episodes
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Ep 62: Turn Trauma Into Art w/ Shihori
Content Warning: Discussion of SuicideSinger/Songwriter Shihori discussed their childhood trauma with bullies, having Aspergers Syndrome, moving to Los Angeles, and turning her experiences into music.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals sharing their stories and are...
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Ep 61: Helping Hand w/ Rosalyn Kawahira
Rosalyn joins the podcast and discusses their background in social work, becoming a small business owner, how art and mental health go hand-in-hand, and Little Tokyo. Guest: Rosalyn KawahiraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nellitascraft/ Website: https://nellitascraft.com/ Host: Matthew...
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Ep 60: Passion for the Work w/ Passion Chue
Passion talks about her love for Butte County, the Hmong community, working with youth, and Hmong representation. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals sharing their stories and are not meant to replace the advice of mental health professionals. Guest: Passion Chue...
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Ep 59: Fitting Out w/ Michelle MaliZaki
Michelle discusses finding a love for comedy, searching for her route, performing comedy at the Terasaki Budokan, and pursuing your passions.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals sharing their stories and are not meant to replace the advice of mental health...
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Ep 58: Inheriting w/ Emily Kwong
Emily discusses her experiences with mental health in the family, her passion for journalism, and the first season of the Inheriting podcast on the LAist Content Warning: Discussion of suicide Guest: Emily KwongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwongsong/?hl=enWebsite:...
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Ep 57: Heal the Past w/ Susan Lieu
Susan discusses her book, her solo stage production, and how her experiences with losing her mother forced Susan to search for answers. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals sharing their stories and are not meant to replace the advice of mental health professionals....
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Ep 56: Break the Framework w/ Emily Peng
Emily discusses mental health as a high school student, how the pandemic changed how her peers treated her, the need for diversity in government, and DyeversityInUs aims to make change. Guest: DyeversityInUs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyeversity_inus/ Website:...
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Ep 55: Drink As You Pour w/ Charlotte Nguyen
Charlotte Nguyen discusses her mental health journey, going from nonprofit work to creating her own path in spiritual coaching and wellness, the intersections of mental health and climate health, and imposter syndrome. Content Warning: Discussion of eating disorders and drug abuse. Guest…
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Ep 54: The Power of Art w/ Megumi Wada
Art teacher Meg Wada discusses how her personal experiences taught her the power of the arts, why she passes that knowledge to her students, and burnout as a teacher. Content Warning: Discussion of suicidal ideation, rape, and drug abuse Guest: Megumi Wada Host: Matthew Yonemura Instagram:...
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Ep 53: Anchored in Resilience w/ Katherine Boeckmann
Therapist and QPR Facilitator Katherine Boeckmann discusses her mental health journey, becoming a therapist, how she became a QPR facilitator, and collaborating with Changing Tides. Guest: Katherine Boeckmann Learn more about CT Anchor: https://thechangingtides.org/ctanchor Host: Matthew Yonemura...
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Ep 52: Little Tokyo is Open w/ Mariko Lochridge
LTSC small business counselor Mariko Lochridge discusses her love for Little Tokyo, what mental health means to her, grieving the small businesses lost in Little Tokyo, and hope for the future Guest: Mariko Lochridge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littletokyoisopen/ Host: Matthew Yonemura...
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Ep 51: Small Business, Big Impact w/ Philip Hirose
Small business owner Philip Hirose discusses creating Azay with his parents, growing up in Little Tokyo, the importance of Little Tokyo, the future of Anzen Hardware, and so much more. Guest: Philip Hirose Azay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/azay_littletokyo/ Philip's articles for Yo!...
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Ep 50 - UPRISERS Family Drive (Pt 4) w/Michelle, Joshua, & Julian
Founder of UPRISERS, Michelle Hanabusa, discusses the importance of Family Drive and guest designers Joshua Dailey and Julian Rashid-Noah discuss their early starts in fashion and being a part of the Columbus Fashion Alliance. Guest: Michelle Hanabusa Instagram:...
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Ep 50: UPRISERS Family Drive (pt 3) w/ Ryan Holmes and Jeff Yamazaki
Content creators Jeff Yamazaki and Ryan Holmes discuss mental health as content creators, how they respond to adversity, and addressing mental health as an Asian American Guest: Ryan Holmes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanalexh/ Guest: Jeff Yamazaki Instagram:...
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Ep 50: UPRISERS Family Drive (Pt 2) w/ Yellow Chair Collective
Yellow Chair Collective’s Linda Yoon and Helen Garcia discuss the work that Yellow Chair Collective does, their personal mental health journeys, the path to becoming therapists, and the importance of spaces like UPRISERS Family Drive! Guest: Yellow Chair Collective Instagram:...
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Ep 50: UPRISERS Family Drive (Pt 1) w/ Rakeem Miles
Musician and clothing designer Rakeem Miles discusses the difficulties he faced during childhood, how he expresses his mental health through his clothing brand Action Figure Miles, and his music career. Guest: Rakeem Miles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rakeemmilesraps/ Action Figure Miles...
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Ep 49: Social Hour w/ Megan and Donovan
Recently engaged Megan and Donovan share the importance of the AAPI community in their lives, creating Social Hour Run Club, battling injuries, and how movement plays a big role in mental health Guest: Social Hour Run Club Social Hour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialhourrunclub/…
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Ep 48: Design the Journey w/ Lauryn Alejo
Lauryn joins the podcast to her passion for graphic design, her identity as a Filipino American, how she joined the CT Crew, and her experience with CT Stream Guest: Lauryn Alejo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurynalejo/ Website: https://laurynalejo.com/ Host: Matthew Yonemura Instagram:...
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Ep 47: Proud Asian Men w/ Lowhi
Lowhi joins the podcast to discuss the importance of redefining masculinity, how his mental health journey began, and finding a career in the arts. Guest: Lowhi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowhiofficial/ Bi-Weekly Men's Group:...
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Ep 46: A Seat at the Table w/ Linda Yoon and Soo Jin Lee
Linda and Soo Jin discuss how the two of them met, finding their careers in mental health, the importance of AAPI therapists, and establishing the Yellow Chair Collective. Content warning: Discuss domestic violence Domestic Violence Resources: National Domestic Violence Helpline 800-799-7233...
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Ep 45: Keep It Saussie w/ Sam and Aussie
Sam and Aussie discuss how they met, finding family in the LGBTQ+ community, advocating for their fellow human, and their experience on Netflix’s The Ultimatum Content Warning: This episode discusses domestic abuse and suicidal ideations Guest: Sam and Aussie Sam's Instagram:...
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Ep 39: The Mismatch w/ Mia Yamamoto (May 2023)
Re-uploading the interview we had with Mia Yamamoto in May of 2023 with her speaking on the opening panel at LTSC's Together: A Community Conference on Mental Health and Well Being this upcoming Saturday, September 16th from 9am-3:30pm Mia Yamamoto discusses her journey to become a lawyer, her...
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Ep 44: Learning Together w/ Therapists Talk About
Cindy and Danlu talk about what inspired them to become therapists, the importance of AANHPI visibility in the mental health field, how they met, and creating @TherapistsTalkAbout Cindy and Danlu talk about what inspired them to become therapists, the importance of AANHPI visibility in the mental...
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Ep 43: Adoption and Adaption w/ Timothy Lakas
Timothy joins the podcast to discuss his experiences with adoption, moving to small town Pennsylvania, boot camp for the Marines, the meaning of family, and so much more. Guest: Timothy Lakas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timothyjames__/ Host: Matthew Yonemura Instagram:...
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Ep 42: (Nicole's Version) w/ Nicole Oshima (Audio Only)
Nicole joins the podcast to discuss her roots in Little Tokyo, how her appreciation of Little Tokyo has evolved, Yo! Media, participating in CT Stream, and Taylor Swift Guest: Nicole Oshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weyheynicole/ Website: https://www.instagram.com/itsyozine/ Host:...
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Ep 42: (Nicole's Version) w/ Nicole Oshima
Nicole joins the podcast to discuss her roots in Little Tokyo, how her appreciation of Little Tokyo has evolved, Yo! Media, participating in CT Stream, and Taylor Swift Guest: Nicole Oshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weyheynicole/ Website: https://www.instagram.com/itsyozine/ Host:...
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Ep 41: Tidal Talk w/ Christine Nguyen
Christine Nguyen joins the podcast to discuss her role as the new CT Assistant Coordinator, growing up on the east coast, moving to California, and how her mental health continues to evolve. Guest: Christine Nguyen Host: Matthew Yonemura Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m_yonemura/ Changing...
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Ep. 40: Defining a Hero w/ Brandon Tsay
Brandon Tsay discusses his role in stopping the shooter in Monterey Park, becoming a public figure, what it means to be called a hero, and how mental health plays a role in all of it. CW: Discussion of the shooting that took place in Monterey Park during Lunar New Year Guest: Brandon Tsay...
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Ep 39: The Mismatch w/ Mia Yamamoto
Mia Yamamoto discusses her journey to become an lawyer, her gender transition, fighting for equality, and how therapy has helped her find herself. Guest: Mia Yamamoto Host: Matthew Yonemura Website: https://matthewyonemura.cargo.site/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m_yonemura/ Changing…
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Ep 38: Stay Up, Be Well w/ Linh Vo
Linh Vo discusses her early passion for mental health, pursuing a career as a therapist, the impact of losing a dear friend to suicide, and how her loss brought her to Changing Tides Linh Vo discusses her early passion for mental health, pursuing a career as a therapist, the impact of losing a…
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Ep 37: Moving Forward w/ Kevin Kang
Kevin Kang shares his mental health journey and how it plays a role in his life as a dancer, creator, and producer, while shedding light on what’s in store for him next. Content Warning: Discussing Suicide Guest: Kevin Kang Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2kangz/ Website:...
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Ep 36: Research to Action w/ Carol Leung
CT Stream therapist Carol Leung discusses her experiences as a CT Stream therapist, her research in suicide epidemiology and prevention, and how she found her career in mental health. CW: Discussion of Suicide Guest: Carol Leung Website:...
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Ep 35: Teryn Down Barriers w/ Teryn Hara
CT Crew alum Teryn Hara discusses the early days of Changing Tides, finding her career in social work and therapy, and how she balances her own mental health. Guest: Teryn Hara Tsukahira Website: https://terynharatherapy.com/ CT Stream Therapist Directory:...
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Ep 34: Off Script w/ Mika Dyo
Actress and artist Mika Dyo discusses her journey toward acting, creating art, being a part of the film No No Girl, and how it all impacts her mental health journey. Guest: Mika Dyo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mika.dyo/ Host: Matthew Yonemura Website: https://matthewyonemura.cargo.site/...
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Ep 33: Season 2 Wrap up w/ Matthew Yonemura
CT Podcast host Matthew Yonemura does a short wrap up of 2022 for the CT Podcast, Changing Tides as a whole, and discusses optimism for the future. Content Warning: Discussion of Suicide Host: Matthew Yonemura Website: https://matthewyonemura.cargo.site/ Instagram:...
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Ep 32: Forward Thinking w/ Kevin Charles Keizuchi
Community member Kevin Charles Keizuchi discusses his deep love for Little Tokyo and the JA community, discovering his mental health journey, and how he envisions the future of Little Tokyo. Guest: Kevin Charles Keizuchi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atticuswarhol/ Podcast Instagram:...
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Ep 31: The Complexities of Life w/ Yua Watanabe
Crew member Yua Watanabe discusses how her mental health journey began in high school, advocating for mental health, and seeking balance as a college student. Content Warning: Discussion of Suicide Guest: Yua Watanabe Host: Matthew Yonemura Website: https://matthewyonemura.cargo.site/ Instagram:...
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Ep 30: Growing w/ Marissa Engoy
Marissa Engoy discusses her business Good Morning Cactus, the impact her miscarriage had on her mental health, how her faith goes hand-in-hand with her mental health, and her ongoing mental health journey. CW: Discussion of miscarriage Guest: Marissa Engoy Instagram:...
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Ep 29: Seeking Help w/ Marian Sunabe
CT Stream Intake Coordinator, Marian Sunabe, shares her experiences as a retired art therapist, her passion for art, and the value she finds in being the CT Stream Intake Coordinator. CW: We briefly discuss suicide Guest: Marian Sunabe Request a CT Stream Stipend:...
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Ep 28: Take Two w/ Paul Goodman
Filmmaker Paul Goodman discusses his two fights with cancer, his two feature films, remaining hopeful, and the importance of community. More Info about Be The Match: https://bethematch.org/ Guest: Paul Goodman Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/notsogoodman/ Instagram (No No Girl):...
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Ep 27: Day by Day w/ Katie Mitani
CT Crew member Katie Mitani talks about how anxiety impacted her at an early age, dealing with a rare disease, and the non-traditional journey she took to get where she is now. Guest: Katie Mitani Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiemitani/ Host: Matthew Yonemura Website:...
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Ep 26: Fit For a Queen w/ Kristine Yada
2022 Nisei Week queen Kristine Yada discusses her Nisei Week Court experience, appreciation for the JA community, and her view on how nutrition and mental health impact one another as a degreed nutritionist Guest: Kristine Yada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dayadayadayada/ Website:...
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Ep 25: Artistic Expression w/ Rosie Yasukochi
Artist Rosie Yasukochi discusses the Art Talk workshop she hosted for Changing Tides, how art interacts with mental health, and how she deals with her OCD and general mental health. Guest: Rosie Yasukochi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieyasukochi/ Host: Matthew Yonemura Website:...
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Ep 24: Original Changemaker w/ Mike Murase
LTSC co-founder Mike Murase guests on the podcast to discuss his mental health throughout his upbringing, activism, political career, establishing LTSC, and the many other hats he has worn. Guest: Mike Murase More about Mike: https://keywiki.org/Mike_Murase Host: Matthew Yonemura Website:...
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Ep 23: Med School & Mental Health w/ Max Kaito
Original crew member, Max Kaito, joins the podcast to discuss loss of family, how Changing Tides impacted his mental health, and his motivation through medical school. Guest: Max Kaito Host: Matthew Yonemura Website: https://matthewyonemura.cargo.site/ Instagram:...
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Ep 22: The Future Is Now w/ AAPI Youth Rising
Maxwell, Mina, and Siwoo of AAPI Youth Rising discuss the need for AAPI history in public schools, how they handle anti-Asian hate crimes, and the importance of youth voices. Guest: AAPI Youth Rising Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapiyouthrising/ Facebook:...
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Ep 21: Growing Together w/ Matthew and Jeffry Yonemura
Father and son, Jeffry and Matthew Yonemura, discuss their individual mental health stories, how they have helped each other along the way, and advice they would give to other people with mental health struggles. Thank you to Keiro for inviting Changing Tides to this Speaker Series...
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Ep 20: Creating a Home w/ Marsha and Aiden Aizumi
Marsha and Aiden Aizumi discuss Aiden’s experiences as a member of the JA LGBTQ+ community, Marsha supporting Aiden’s journey, and how Okaeri created a safe space for the LGBTQ+ JA community. Guest: Aiden and Marsha Aizumi of Okaeri LA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okaeri_la/ Website:...
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Ep 19: Trust the Process w/ Ryan Lee
Ryan Lee, Program Director of the Terasaki Budokan, joins the podcast to discuss his mental health journey, the Budokan being built during the height of COVID, the steps that led him to the Budokan, and what this space means to the community. Guest: Ryan Lee Instagram:...
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Ep 18. The Fighting Spirit w/ Sakura Kokumai
American Karetaka, Sakura Kokumai talks about her passion for karate, persistence, her experience in the 2020 Olympics, and growth in her mental health journey. Guest: Sakura Kokumai Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sakurakokumaikarate/ Host: Matthew Yonemura Website:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We invite guests from a variety of professions, backgrounds, & experiences to chat about their mental health journeys. Changing Tides, a program of Little Tokyo Service Center, focuses on opening up the conversation around mental health, especially within the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals sharing their stories & are not meant to replace the advice of mental health professionals.If you or a loved one is struggling with mental illness/seeking resources check out: https://thechangingtides.org/helplines Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/changing-tides8/support
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