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Quixotic Heights Podcast

Quixotic Heights Podcast

By: Quill Hawk Publishing
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 Welcome to the Quixotic Heights Podcast, where dreams take flight... where we celebrate the dreamers, the visionaries, and the bold souls who dare to chase the impossible! Each episode brings you inspiring stories of individuals who have turned their wildest aspirations into reality, overcoming obstacles that seem insurmountable along the way. Join my Quixotes as we meet those who live passionately, refuse to settle for the ordinary, and push the boundaries of what's possible in pursuit of their dreams. May their stories inspire you to dream big & never give up.Quill Hawk Publishing Social Sciences
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  • Reclaiming peace, self-worth, and truth

    Reclaiming peace, self-worth, and truth
    Dec 21 2025
    Welcome to Quixotic Heights, where dreams take flight! Here, we explore the stories that shape us and the voices that heal us.Our guest is Anhtuan Do, the author of Healing—a beautifully raw and honest book that explores the tender, often painful journey of reclaiming peace, self-worth, and truth. Through poetic language and deep introspection, Anhtuan invites us into a space of courage, vulnerability, and growth.Content warning: this conversation includes a discussion of suicide, suicidal thoughts, and mental health challenges. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please take care while listening. Your well-being matters. And if you or someone you love is struggling, please know that help is available.In this conversation, we’ll talk about the experiences that shaped his path, the challenges of writing through pain, and what healing really means—not as a destination but as a lifelong process.Whether you’re deep in your own healing or just beginning to ask the hard questions, this episode is for you.Anhtuan Do is a storyteller based in Maplewood, NJ. From the ages of 12-42, he was suicidal. In January of 2023, he finally got help. Ten weeks and 400 hours of therapy work later, writing spilled out. In his own words, Anhtuan shares with us what his book, HEALING, is about.“The first time I thought about suicide, I was twelve. In January of 2023, thirty years later, I finally got help. I did 400 hours of therapy in ten weeks. If you estimate that most people do an hour a week, I conservatively did eight years in those weeks. As March came along, writing spilled out, specifically screenplays. By September, I finished my fourth, thirteen more sit in my head. This is that journey.”Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anhtuan.42/Book: https://amzn.to/47WdHYtGoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/unplacedTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anhtuan.424Website: https://doventry.com/If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs emotional support, please reach out:• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (USA) – Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org• Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.• The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth) – Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or visit nami.org• SAMHSA Helpline – Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential treatment and referral info (available 24/7)* AAMI (AAPI Artists for Mental Initiative) https://www.aamiadvocate.org/
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Breaking bread with the BIPOC communities

    Breaking bread with the BIPOC communities
    Dec 14 2025

    Today, I’m joined by Randy Kim, a Khmer-Vietnamese American writer, content creator, and the host of Banh MiChronicles. He’s also the mind behind the Substack newsletter Banh Mi Bites. Randy’s work amplifies BIPOC voices, exploring identity, memory, and healing.
    As a queer child of refugees, Randy has wrestled with questions of belonging, survival, and resilience — often through deeply personal reflections on trauma and mental health. In our conversation today, we’ll talk about his journey, the power of storytelling, and how vulnerability can become a bridge to community and self-love.


    Please know this episode may be triggering for some listeners as we discuss trauma, identity, politics, and mental health.

    In this episode, Randy Kim, a content creator and podcaster, shares with the Quixotic Heights Podcast his journey of creating an award-winning platform to elevate the stories of the BIPOC communities and how he navigates grief to come through the other side stronger and more purposeful than before.


    Randy Kim is a queer Vietnamese-Khmer American storyteller and podcast host of The Banh Mi Chronicles as well as content writer for his Substack, Banh Mi Bites. His work centers on intergenerational healing, identity, and uplifting voices from Asian, queer, and BIPOC communities.


    Randy is an experienced nonprofit development professional. With a background in public storytelling and relationship-building, Randy creates space that honors history, builds trust, and provokes reflection.


    IG: @BanhMi_Chronicles

    Substack: randykim.substack.com
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    56 mins
  • Ink, Grit, and the Climb to the Top

    Ink, Grit, and the Climb to the Top
    Dec 7 2025

    Today, we’re joined by a very special guest, Sheena Yap Chan, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author whose words have resonated with thousands and whose story will inspire even more.


    Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a curious reader, or just someone who believes in the power of persistence, thisconversation is for you. We delve into the creation of a bestseller, the mindset behind it, and the journey that led Sheena to the top of the charts.


    Sheena Yap Chan, a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster, is recognized for elevating women’s leadership and self-confidence through the power of media and visibility. @sheena.yap.chan is the founder of the Confidence Through Visibility™ movement and host of The Tao of Self-Confidence podcast, ranked in the top 0.5% globally with over 1.3 million downloads and 800+ interviews featuring celebrities, CEOs, and cultural icons.


    Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence, was named one of the top 20 best self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority. At the same time, her latest release, Bridging the Confidence Gap, is a bold call to reimagine leadership by making visibility and self-trust core competencies. Through her signature VISIBLE Framework™, Sheena delivers transformational keynotes and corporate programs that help organizations bridge the confidence gap, retain diverse talent, and build cultures where women are seen, heard, and respected. Her work has been featured on NBC News, FOX, MindValley, and The Manila Times, and she has spoken for global brands including NASA, Live Nation, and UKG. Sheena believes that confidence is something we can build—and that visibility creates the impact we wish to see in the world.


    https://sheenayapchan.com/links⁠

    Take your free Self-Confidence Personality quiz here: https://www.sheenayapchan.com/quiz
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    54 mins
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