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The Stories We Tell Ourselves

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Welcome to the Stories We Tell Ourselves, a podcast created and hosted by Adrian Lai and Kausern Hieu. Join us in discovering the stories behind our thoughts, actions and identities as we try to answer not just the What’s and How’s, but most importantly the Why’s in life.

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Episodes

  1. How Joker Is Leading A Movement For Mental Health

    SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Adrian and Kausern talk about Joker the movie, oh man what a film. Having significantly different takes on what makes the movie great (or doesn't), our hosts couldn't help bringing to the table, a discussion about mental health, politics and the state of the world we live in now.

  2. How To Kick Real Ass In The Movies (with Chee Hong)

    You may not have heard of him, you may not have noticed his name on the movie end credits, but Chee Hong is one of the most sought after action movie talents in Malaysia. Listen to his movie industry insider stories on what it takes, why action scenes are so hard to make, and why he came inches…

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  3. Gone Meatless But Not Because Of The Environment (with Adrian Lai)

    Adrian stopped eating all forms of meat in 2017 and has effortlessly kept to it since. Listen to this episode about intentional eating, that by focusing on the "WHY" instead of the "WHAT" we eat, we can live more purposefully.

  4. The Life Changing Power of Storytelling in Personal Coaching (with Kausern Hieu)

    Certified life coach, human resource extraordinaire, corporate leader and all around people person Kausern Hieu shares on how he uses stories and storytelling to create life changing experiences in other people as well as himself. This is a special episode from our two-part "Origin of…

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  5. Why KL Road Names Are Not Just Road Names (Merdeka Special with Mariana Isa)

    Architect, Author, Dancer, Conservationist. Mariana is the most patriotic person we have ever met and this is no exaggeration. You will not find another soul in Malaysia who cares more deeply about the stories which make up our national identity. We could not pick a more suitable guest for…

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  6. If Everyone Is A Storyteller, How Do I Stand Out? (with Adrian Lai)

    In this episode Adrian shares his experience at New York Film Academy where he trained as a screenwriter and film director, what he thinks the secret ingredient in great storytelling is, and how almost anyone can use this wizardry to power up their storytelling game.

  7. Go Deep and Get Good At Something Because It Matters (with Adrian Lai)

    Kausern talks to Adrian about his habit of taking things far (or deep), why he does it and why he thinks everyone can find mastery in their own lives. Also hints at his favorite conspiracy theory topic and why the Egyptians didn't built everything they are being credited for building.

  8. Life at Crossroads and How To Make That Turn (with Will Chua)

    Will Chua has been at many forks in the road. National record holding athlete, entrepreneur, civil engineer, top class scholar at National University of Singapore, Columbia University, Sydney University, Melbourne University; you get the point. Starring as The Economic Development Board of...

  9. Female Solo Travel - How To Get The Most Out Of It (with Cassey Chow)

    Cassey Chow traveled to countless corners of the world, on HER OWN, BEFORE internet travel tips was a thing! Listen to her adventures, experiences, advice and funny stories with us.

  10. How Hiking in Thailand Changed My Life

    Can you hike over a hundred kilometers in the mountains on one vegetarian meal a day? Podcast host Adrian Lai shares his experience of a 6-day through hike in the highlands of Mae Hong Son, Thailand, and tips on energizing oneself with mindfulness, fasting and deep connections.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Stories We Tell Ourselves, a podcast created and hosted by Adrian Lai and Kausern Hieu. Join us in discovering the stories behind our thoughts, actions and identities as we try to answer not just the What’s and How’s, but most importantly the Why’s in life.

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Welcome to the Stories We Tell Ourselves, a podcast created and hosted by Adrian Lai and Kausern Hieu. Join us in discovering the stories behind our thoughts, actions and identities as we try to answer not just the What’s and How’s, but most importantly the Why’s in life.

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