The Old Asian Lady Show

Welcome to 'Old Asian Lady,' where East meets West and inspiring stories come to life. Join us on journeys of self-discovery and resilience as we meet diverse individuals who push boundaries, break stereotypes and triumph over life's challenges. From intercultural love stories to age-defying adventures, our channel celebrates untold tales that make us think, reflect, and appreciate the human experience. Ordinary people, extraordinary stories — let's explore the world through the lens of 'Old Asian Lady' and discover the threads that connects us all.

The Old Asian Lady Show is a society podcast hosted by Sharon Landon, with 93 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sharon Landon hosts The Old Asian Lady Show, a society show with 93 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  It’s Not Your Story to Tell | A Journey from Apartheid to Taiwan

  Aug 19, 20261h 8mS3

  What happens when the stories you were raised to believe no longer make sense?In this episode of #OldAsianLady, Sharon speaks with documentary filmmaker Tobie Openshaw, who has lived in Taiwan for nearly three decades.Tobie grew up in apartheid-era South Africa, where early experiences shaped his understanding of race, privilege, and culture. Later, his work as a filmmaker brought him to Taiwan, where he has documented a range of social and cultural stories.Over time, his view of storytelling changed. He moved from believing he could be a “voice for the voiceless” to realizing: "It’s not your stories to tell.” Now he focuses on creating space for people to tell their own stories. Connect with TobieIG: https://www.instagram.com/tobie_openshaw/Seeking the Koko’Ta’ay: Investigating the Origins of Little People Myths in Taiwan and Beyond: https://brill.com/display/title/70911https://www.taiwanplus.com/shows/documentary/culture/616/seeking-the-kokotaay/251204010/seeking-the-kokotaay?utm_source=copyurl&utm_medium=share️ About Old Asian LadyOld Asian Lady is a podcast about real people and honest conversations, exploring the experiences that shape who we become.If this conversation made you think differently, please Like, Subscribe, and Share.And tell us in the comments:**Who should tell a person’s story—the person who lived it, or the person with the platform?**You can also find us on ~Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/oldasianladyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-old-asian-lady-show/id1728167164IHeart Radio: https://tinyurl.com/IHeart-TheOALShowProduced by: Scene 8 StudioIG: @scene8studioWebsite: www.scene8studio.com

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  I Had Everything... But I Wasn't Happy | Redefining Success & Finding Purpose

  Aug 6, 202651 min

  Even though my bank account was growing very quickly, I still felt very empty and very soulless through my work. I realized I needed some kind of creative outlet. In this episode of #OldAsianLady , Michael Li shares his deeply personal journey of unlearning the traditional path laid out for him. From holding two engineering degrees and drilling oil in the Middle East to making the ultimate leap into filmmaking in Taipei, Michael breaks down the psychological friction between financial security and artistic calling. Connect with Michael IG: / no_limits_li Youtube: / @michaelnolimitsli If this story resonated with you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help us amplify human stories of transformation! ️ About Old Asian LadyReal people. Honest conversations. Stories that challenge assumptions about age, race, gender, identity, culture, and the human experience. Produced by: Scene 8 Studio IG: @scene8studio Website: www.scene8studio.com

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  Episode #3

  A Doctor Took My Diagnosis & Said It Was Probably Just Anxiety

  Aug 2, 20261h 7mS3

  He was like, 'This is a men's disease. Women don't get this. You can't possibly have it... it's probably anxiety.' So he took it off my paperwork, and I had to fight like heck to put it back on."In this episode of Old Asian Lady, Canadian expat, artist, and advocate Carrie Marshall opens up about her harrowing 15-year journey with axial spondyloarthritis and severe autoimmune disease. From being medically gaslit and losing her mobility to organizing a historic advocacy movement that changed disability access laws for foreign residents in Taiwan, Carrie shares how she contained the chaos of chronic illness and transformed it into extraordinary art. Connect & Resources• Visit Carrie's Platforms & Studio: https://myseveralworlds.comhttps://www.facebook.com/globetrotterI• Learn more about Crossroads Taiwan: https://crossroads.tw/ If this story resonated with you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help us amplify human stories of transformation!️ About Old Asian LadyReal people. Honest conversations. Stories that challenge assumptions about age, race, gender, identity, culture, and the human experience.You can also find us on ~Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-old-asian-lady-show/id1728167164IHeart Radio: https://tinyurl.com/IHeart-TheOALShowProduced by: Scene 8 StudioIG: @scene8studioWebsite: www.scene8studio.com

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  Why We Left Home to Study in Taiwan | The Reality of International Students

  Jul 22, 20261h 12mS3

  What does it really take to leave home and build a new life in another country? In this episode of Old Asian Lady , Sharon sits down with Marco Bautista (Philippines) and Trang Vo (Vietnam), two international students who left their home countries to pursue higher education in Taiwan. Behind the excitement of studying abroad lies a story of sacrifice, resilience, and discovering who they are beyond the expectations of family and culture. From working multiple jobs to cover living expenses to adapting to a new language and culture, Marco and Trang share the realities that many people never see. Their stories remind us that personal growth often begins the moment we step outside our comfort zone.

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  What Autism Really Feels Like | My Workplace Treated Me Like a Robot

  Jul 15, 20261h 1mS3

  What does autism actually feel like? In this episode of #OldAsianLady, Fraser Stewart shares his lived experience growing up with Autism, navigating workplace discrimination, learning Mandarin, moving from Scotland to Taiwan, and constantly being misunderstood. Fraser's story challenges common assumptions about Autism and invisible disabilities. He opens up about bullying, communication struggles, social expectations, and why empathy, patience, and understanding matter more than ever. This isn't just a conversation about Autism—it's about being human, belonging, and learning to see people beyond first impressions. If this conversation made you think differently, please Like, Subscribe, and Share. Every share helps more people discover meaningful conversations that challenge stereotypes and build understanding. More about Fraser: Stewart IP. My website is: https://www.stewartip.com.tw/en 🎙️ About Old Asian Lady Old Asian Lady is a podcast that explores the life experiences that shape who we become. Through honest conversations with people from different cultures and backgrounds, we challenge assumptions about age, race, gender, identity, and what it means to live an authentic life.

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