A podcast for the modern day Asian American woman
as we round out our first season, the girls of hot pursuit have a casual conversation about new years resolutions!
0:00 do you do new years resolutions?
4:44 did you fulfill your resolutions (kinda sorta)?
9:39 how did you surprise yourself this year?
13:02 learning to dream bigger
15:04 one word to summarize 2025
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THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Josh Jang
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
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hot take: sibling order can determine your personailty as much as a horoscope can! the hot pursuit girls share their differing experiences growing up: jen as an only child, emily as an older sister to a younger sister, & madelyn as a younger sister to an older brother! between the 3 of us, we cover all the bases!
0:00 our sibling orders
2:12 older sis: being the good example
7:47 older sis: absorbing as the unsung heroes
13:33 older sis: being highly considerate of others
15:09 older sis: paving the way
17:53 older sis: nurturing and protective instincts
22:10 only child: duty and responsibility
29:54 only child: closeness with parents
33:52 only child: hyperindependence
35:55 only child: chosen sisters
38:14 only child: pleasing vs. loving
42:49 younger sis: growing up with brothers
44:32 younger sis: highly observant of dynamics
45:47 younger sis: comfort with conflict
48:25 younger sis: admiring your older siblings
49:00 younger sis: having boy vernacular and hobbies
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Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
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THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Josh Jang
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
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what do you wanna be when you grow up? why do our dreams fade or get lost the older we get? how can we hold onto the thread of truth from those childhood dreams & weave that into our lives today? dreaming is important to keeping your spark alive!
0:00 what did you wanna be when you grow up as a kid?
1:57 an olympian!
5:52 a trapeze artist, shamu show performer!
10:47 a news anchorwoman!
15:55 did you have a timeline for achieving your dreams?
24:17 when does the script flip?
28:28 protecting your creativity and freedom to dream
37:22 how have your dreams evolved over time?
44:16 dreams are vulnerable
54:52 dreaming about states of being vs in pictures
1:02:39 dreaming is brave
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Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
Learn more at thehotpursuitpod.com.
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Josh Jang
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
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sharing our past failed friendships, why they didn’t work, how we broke up, holding ourselves accountable, and what we could have done better.
0:00 bff means forever right?
4:40 when you have different expectations
6:52 when you’re ghosted
9:10 when you ghosted them
13:20 when it’s a slow fade
15:09 when you were the problem
23:13 the one that got away
29:40 are we bitter?
32:22 what would you say to them today?
35:04 how it affects other friendships
40:17 the heart longs for forever
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
Learn more at thehotpursuitpod.com.
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Josh Jang
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
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conflict within friendships can make or break the longevity of your relationship. hot pursuit shares lessons learned, growth, & what skills have been developed by fighting with each other!
0:00 omg is that my lip gloss?!
2:14 confessing our attachment styles
10:30 how do we view conflict today?
15:12 our fighting styles yikes
21:12 a jen-mads fight
27:04 an em-mads fight
34:23 fights that end poorly
39:26 aftercare is essential
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
Learn more at thehotpursuitpod.com.
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Josh Jang
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
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a b*tchfest of work traumas - sexism, racism, ageism, all the isms, topped with the sweetest cherry of all: the toxic manager! hot pursuit discusses how prevalent work traumas are, learning how to navigate the broken system & discussing unexpected challenges as asian american women in the workforce.
0:00 wiggle yo mouses
1:54 is this corporate America or a sorority?
6:10 the racism is wildddd
8:44 egotistical corporate bulldozing
11:03 managing ppl’s emotions is a full-time job
13:55 is this not professional enough for you?!
16:57 i know i look 12 ok
19:50 omg did she really just say that
24:42 how have we attempted to navigate and survive
28:27 knowing the work traumas/triggers of your besties
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Josh Jang
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
roasting each others red flags, exposing our own toxcitiy, reading each other to filth, & discussing how your toxic trait can also be your superpower!
0:00 calling all our self-aware girlies
3:00 jen’s lawyer alter ego
6:42 mads’ ice queen reign
8:50 em’s karen fighting for justice
11:47 toxicity in relationships
14:27 how birth order might inform toxic tendencies
18:18 but woe is me, right?
20:38 we just know what we want, right?
23:08 round of applause for self-awareness
26:18 toxicity comes from a hurt pride
29:22 our soft squishy tender trigger areas
32:46 the intimacy of knowing all of your bffs’ toxic traits
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Sam Amezcua
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
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stories & perspectives on finances from three different upbringings; it seems people tend to stray away from openly discussing money but it's such a complex topic that can be a tool for deepening your friendships!
0:00 the hot topic of moneyyyy
4:14 why do I want what everyone else has?
8:56 omg I just want to fit in
13:24 school supply shopping
16:33 constraints can fuel creativity
21:38 when we started making our own monies
26:12 why does indulging sometimes feel so scary?
31:14 the joy of generosity
36:19 money is so relational
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Sam Amezcua
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
a modern day & universal struggle: loneliness. no matter the type of life you lead - this terrible feeling is bound to come for you. how do you deal with it?
0:00 what loneliness feels like
4:10 loneliness in our fields
6:10 being an adult in a new city
8:44 loneliness unlocks vulnerability
12:39 learning to be alone as an extravert
16:07 the discipline of being alone
17:34 loneliness fuels empathy
22:25 should we try and cure loneliness?
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Sam Amezcua
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
how does one woo an a5 wagyu girl? what makes the girlies go weak in the knees? what qualitites are most important? come along as the 3 girls of hot pursuit have an honest & fun discussion what types of men captivate them!
0:00 the first features we notice in men
2:41 personality traits we go weak for
7:06 mousetraps and red flags we fall for
9:50 flirting is intelligence therefore its hot
10:18 each of our types
14:21 are our standards in the sky?
19:14 how our types have changed over time
23:40 the romance of female friendships
28:00 female friendships building foundations for love
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Sam Amezcua
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
whether you've been struggling to stay motivated, found your way to a fulfilling job, or have hit that existential crisis of what this is all for, this episode explores the dichotomy of meaningful work! the 3 girls of hot pursuit discuss how we got to our current jobs, & if we're surviving.
0:00 intro
1:08 how we got to our current jobs
5:20 is work essential to purpose?
8:47 the mirage of climbing the corporate ladders
12:00 being seen by good managers…whatta concept!
16:54 who defined what is professional vs. not
18:41 changing careers to align to your dreams
23:46 the 51% interest 49% BS principle
24:46 the realities of making creative your career
29:09 unhealthy ways work can fuel your identity
33:33 listening to and following that spark in you
CONNECT WITH US
Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.
Email us at [email protected].
THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST
Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong
Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl
Edited by: Sam Amezcua
Theme song: Shawn Halim
Graphic art: Kelsey Cordutsky ig: @kcord0912
Motion graphics: Matt Ebling ig: @matt_ebling
Special thanks: Travis Morningstar, Melody Cheng, Helen Wu Wang, Janet Wang, Josh Jang
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices