Stay ConnectedSara Jane unpacks the traditions, beliefs, and practices that continue to shape Chinese life—and what they mean for you. New episodes every Tuesday.
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What if talking about death isn’t morbid—but loving? In this episode Sara Jane sits down with QuyenZi Pham to understand why she founded Hello I’m Dead and how reframing end-of-life planning as care—not catastrophe—can bring families peace and clarity. Together they explore why death is taboo in many Asian families and how silence and superstition leaves us unprepared.
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When Sara Jane realizes she’s never fully told the truth about her abortion, she sits down solo—just her voice and her story and her producer Kelsey for emotional support. From the trauma of hiding her experience to the cultural pressures of being the “perfect daughter,” she opens up about what it’s taken to find peace. Plus, how Kabbalah, Chinese values, and shamanic healing helped her reclaim her worth and rewrite the narrative.
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When Sara Jane first read Normalize It, she felt like someone had finally put words to the stories women aren’t “supposed” to tell. In this raw and revelatory episode she sits down with Dr. Jessica Zucker—psychologist, author, and founder of #IHadaMiscarriage—to explore the silent shame surrounding miscarriage, abortion, sexual trauma, motherhood, and more.
Together they unpack why storytelling is healing and how speaking the truth can turn pain into power. Sara Jane shares her own story publicly for the first time and Dr. Zucker offers wisdom on how to begin telling yours.
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When Sara Jane learns that Traditional Chinese Medicine has been linking oral health to whole-body wellness for thousands of years, she calls in Dr. Chrystle Cu—dentist, entrepreneur, and cofounder of Cocofloss (now Cocolab)—to unpack the mouth–body connection.
From boar-bristle toothbrushes to herbal tooth powders, tongue scraping, and even jaw tapping, they test ancient TCM dental rituals to see what still works today. Plus, the foods and herbs that can boost your oral health, digestion, and maybe even your lifespan.
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What do tampons, cold drinks, and sparkling water all have in common? According to Traditional Chinese Medicine...they might be messing with your energy.
In this episode, Sara Jane answers your most curious questions—like why Asian women still avoid tampons, what TCM thinks of fizzy drinks, and why napping after lunch isn’t lazy, it’s medicine.
Plus, natural remedies for hot flashes, what Er Xian Tang actually does, and yes, even a few thoughts on her teeth. It’s candid, cultural, and full of wisdom your Spleen will thank you for.
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What if good sex isn’t just about chemistry—but about communication, confidence, and etiquette? In this eye-opening episode, Sara Jane sits down with renowned sex therapist and author Dr. Laurie Mintz to talk about pleasure, shame, and how to ask for what you actually want in bed. They cover everything from closing the orgasm gap to how Confucian values shaped intimacy in Asia, and why the language we use to talk about our bodies matters more than we think.
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What if your body knew the truth before your mind could catch up? In this empowering episode, Sara Jane sits down with ritual guide and modern witch Mia Magik to explore the wisdom of the body—from sacred rage to intuitive signals we’re taught to ignore. Together, they dive into the intersection of Traditional Chinese Medicine and “IntuWitchin,” decoding what tension, tears, and even tight jaws might really be trying to say.
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From Drag Race to Monica Lewinsky to Tammy Faye to Britney Spears, Fenton Bailey has spent his career spotlighting the misfits society tried to silence. Now, the Emmy-winning executive producer of RuPaul’s Drag Race joins Sara Jane to break down what it takes to go from mocked to iconic.
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When Sara Jane opens her DMs, it’s like a digital avalanche—everything from phlegm and fertility to clubbing and cold plunges. In this solo episode, she answers 16 of your juiciest ones. Why you should skip bananas on your period, the TCM take on yogurt, how to clear phlegm permanently, and why cold plunges aren’t for women. Plus, the deeper meaning of saying “former wife” instead of “ex,” and the feng shui reason to not eat congee on Chinese New Year. Sharp, soulful, and packed with unexpected wisdom—just like Sara Jane.
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When Sara Jane finds herself restless in her own home, she turns to architect and viral feng shui expert Cliff Tan to help decode why. From the way your bed is positioned to why your kitchen might be blocking your abundance, they break down how small spatial shifts can change your sleep, relationships, and mindset. Plus, Cliff busts the biggest myths about feng shui—and shares simple tips you can try today, no renovation required.
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