Voice Hugs
Episodes
#87 - The Antidote for Stress, Fear, and Doubt
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever seen a quote that made you pause mid-scroll and immediately text to your best friend? That's exactly what happened when Ro stumbled this one ...
#86 - Friendship Anxiety, Wedding Compromises & Healing After a Breakup | Hugs Hotline (ep. 3) ☎️
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, you’ve reached Hugs Hotline ☎️✨ Today we have the pleasure of listening to our very first VOICEMAILS from our listeners 🥹 You left t...
#85 - How to Actually Live by The Four Agreements (and Why It’s So Hard)
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been left on read and convinced yourself it's because they secretly hate you? 😅 Yeah, us too. In this episode, we're diving into The Four Agre...
#84 - The Lives We Could’ve Lived
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From mountain tops to ocean floors, let’s explore all the lives we could have lived, almost lived, and might still live one day 🦈🎤🦕👀 Ro...
#83 - What we wish we knew before 30
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up besties, we're going back in time ⏰✨ In this episode, we're revisiting who we were 10+ years ago with all the angst, crippling u...
Making Friends in Adulthood: Real Talk on Connection
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ring ringggg Hi, hello! We’re back with another Hugs Hotline 📟✨ This time, we’re diving deep into the mystical and often confusing land of ~a...
#81 - Love, marriage, romantic relationships in your 20s vs 30s
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
So... do you actually feel different after getting married? 💍 In this episode, we're spilling the buh-EAnz on our marriage: the hot, the honey,...
#80 - How to Plan a Wedding That's Actually YOU
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s wedding szn here on Voice Hugs, besties 👰🏻♀️💐🕊️🥂💕 Ro opens up about her secret destination wedding that had guests ...
#79 - Setting Intentions That Feel Good: A Voice Hugs Guide to the New Year
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s tiiiiimeeee~ for Voice Hug’s annual New Year episode 🪩🥂🎀✨ Join us for an honest, heartfelt conversation about setting intentions ...
#78 - Relationship Hot Takes, Old Flames & Dating Chaos 💌 Hugs Hotline
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re answering your juiciest questions, sharing hot takes, and re-living stories from our college days that’s never been shared online 👀 Lots ...
#77 - Real catchup: motherhood, new routines, and everything in between
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ok, now it’s time to really catch up, Voice Hugs style 😉 We’re talking candidly about motherhood, engagement, and the quiet identity shifts th...
#76 - New Mom, New Bride, New Season of Voice Hugs
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Voice Hugs is back bb!! Thank you for being the sweetest & most patient 🥹 We’re picking up right where we left off—just a full year older ...
#75 - Season 2 Finale: Embracing the Unknown in Marriage, Motherhood & Major Life Transitions
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ And with that, the 2nd season of Voice Hugs has come to an end 🎵 As always, to wrap up another wonderful 365 days around the sun, we’re ...
#74 - Dealing with insecurities and social anxiety
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Insecurities ~ yep, we all have them (ugh, right?) In this episode, we share moments that have made us feel insecure—from the fear of farting in pub...
#73 - Lacking motivation *again*
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lacking motivation? This time of year got us feeling some type of way… Whether we’re beating ourselves over all the things we didn’t do this yea...
#72 - Learning to accept love ~ annual gratitude episode!
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
GIVEAWAY BELOW 🫶 Welcome to our annual gratitude episode bbs! It’s no secret that being in a state of gratefulness can be transformative, so tod...
#71 - If you're feeling behind, remember we're exactly where we are meant to be 🥹 (solo ep)
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Beeeeep, you got a new voicemail ☎️✨ Hi besties, Ro here ~ something I've been reflecting on in light of recent life updates 👀 is this feelin...
#70 - We’re having a baby! Pregnancy journey & all the feels
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎉 Voice hugs is having a baby!! 🎉 A very very special episode today, as we take you through one of our pregnancy journeys (can you guess who’s...
#69 - No more people pleasing
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find it difficult setting boundaries? How about saying “no” without feeling guilty? Or are you constantly thinking about what others are th...
#68 - How do you feel about growing up & getting older?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Was it just us, or were we the only ones SO ready and excited to grow up 🐣 We couldn’t wait to get our drivers license, make our own money, and t...
#67 - Societal expectations in your 20s vs 30s: marriage, motherhood, & career
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself trying to dodge questions like, “when are you getting married?” or “when are you having kids?” at family gatherings? You’...
#66 - I just want to be happy & successful........? 🫠 (solo ep)
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi friends ◡̈ Viv here with an October voicemail. Sharing my recent thoughts on (what feels like) this never ending chase for success & happine...
#65 - Maintaining friendships in adulthood
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all faced moments of frustration with our friends, even with our best of friends. But why is it so hard to address those feelings and talk it ...
#64 - From girl boss to girl moss: Finding hobbies & interests as an adult
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In case you haven’t heard, the hustle culture of being a "girl boss” is fading, and it’s time to welcome a more laid-back, organic approach...
#63 - Learning to see the world sparkle again, as it always has ✨ (solo ep)
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi bbs, it’s Ro here for our second solo episode 🤭 We’re trying something new! We’re trying something different. Think of this episode as a ...
#62 - The reality of quitting your 9 to 5 w/ Chloe Shih (@chloe.shih)
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi Voice Hugs fam, today we’re having an incredibly lovely conversation with Chloe Shih 🦄🧁👾👩🏻💻🍉, a brilliant content creator...
#61 - Life changing magic of choosing yourself w/ Remy Morimoto Park (@veggiekins)
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi friends, please welcome Remy Morimoto Park, also known as Veggiekins, to Voice Hugs!! 🌸🌿🎀🍵🌷 Remy’s a dear friend, an incredible ve...
#60 - Let's talk anxiety
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever get anxious? Cause we do. Often 🙂 Cozy up with us as we deep dive into a feeling we all know too well: anxiety. Inspired by our recent ...
#59 - Stop being so hard on yourself (solo ep)
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our first ever solo episode with Viv is here! ◡̈ Ro and I wanted to experiment with new episode formats in season 2 so we’ll be bringing these so...
#58 - Overcoming dark times, taking risks, & betting on yourself w/ Liah Yoo (@liahyoo)
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Voice Hugs fam, please give the warmest welcome to our second guest of the season: Liah Yoo!! 🌴🍇🍵🥳 Liah started her career at one of the b...
#57 - How to find your inner voice & heal parental relationships w/ Leah Wei (@leahsfieldnotes)
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our first friend on the show!! Voice Hugs fam, please give Leah (@leahsfieldnotes) the warmest welcome 🥹 We’re so honored to be joined by one of ...
#56 - Feeling lost is a very normal and human experience (+voice hugs shop launch!!)
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for Season 2 besties 🥹🫂🫶 In this long overdue catch up, Viv and Ro chat about where they’ve been mentally, physically, and em...
#55 - Season 1 Finale: Lessons learned and how we've changed :')
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Voice Hugs season 1 finale is here! 🎉 We made it to 55 episodes friends!! And we definitely could not have done this without *you* 🥰 In this epi...
#54 - Vivian Van on People Pleasing, Lonliness, and Self-Love
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As promised, Ro interviews Viv on her life story in this week's episode ◡̈ We've shared bits and pieces of our experiences throughout the f...
#53 - Rowena Tsai on Mental Health, Purpose, and Content Creation
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The day has finally come! Our first Voice Hugs episode recorded and filmed together in-person :') This week we try something new with Viv intervi...
#52 - Season of healing & a very overdue catchup 🫶
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi friends! First thing’s first, we want to apologize for the unannounced hiatus… one week turned into two weeks turned into a few months, and all...
#51 - Between Cultures: Growing up Asian-American
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off this week with a sweet little story time: Viv meets a listener for the first time IRL! 🥰 In this episode, Rowena and Vivian...
#50 - Jealousy: what it's really showing us & how to embrace it
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is your jealousy trying to tell you? We’ve all experienced it firsthand. Whether in romantic, platonic, or familial relationships, jealousy can...
#49 - Opening up to people is hard
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fear of intimacy can show up in our lives in many different and unexpected ways. Connection is so important to our human experience, yet we are often ...
#48 - The Art of Nonviolent Communication: Building empathy & connection
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Having trouble communicating with your loved ones? Are you tired of feeling misunderstood? Do you ever feel like your words get lost in translation? T...
#47 - Why is it so hard to say “I’m sorry” ft. 5 Apology Languages
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard of the 5 love languages, but have you heard of the 5 apology languages? In this episode, Ro and Viv explore the intricacies of ap...
#46 - Talking about someone behind their back (can gossip ever be good?)
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Gossip, Viv and Ro take a deep dive into the world of gossip and its impact on our daily lives. They explore the power of words and...
#45 - It's okay to not be okay | grief & loss
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grief is a universal feeling that comes in many shapes and sizes. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, the loss of who you used to be, or what co...
#44 - Navigating big life transitions: moving, kids, asking for help
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for some life updates! This week, Ro and Viv talk about entering new life stages and navigating the in-between period between seasons. W...
#43 - Do you ever get angry? cause we do 😇 (POPPING OFF!!!)
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when you get angry? Do you bottle it up and let is pass? Or do you see red and explode with rage? Or maybe it comes out in the form of ...
#42 - Dealing with FOMO & comparing yourself to others
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After scrolling on Instagram or TikTok for three hours, you feel rejuvenated, refreshed, supported, and you’re ready to take on the day…. said no ...
#41 - Care Team 101 (how to create support systems!)
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is a "care team", and how do you create one? In this episode, Vivian and Rowena revisit "care teams" (a concept introduced in episode 33) and dis...
#40 - Navigating, maintaining, & outgrowing friendships
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Like any relationship, friendships take work if you want them to last. Whether it's making new friends, maintaining current ones, or outgrowing friend...
#39 - What to do when lacking motivation
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you’re feeling unmotivated: it’s hard to get anything done let alone get out of bed, and the voice in your head is telling you “get your butt...
#38 - Self-love, self-acceptance, self-everything episode (Happy Valentine's Day!)
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you learn to love yourself? Whether you’re snuggling up with a SO or livin’ that Single Pringle life this Valentine’s day, a friendly rem...
#37 - Doctor's order: less burnout, more PLAY!
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do we prevent burnout in 2023? (hint: the answer is a lot more fun than you think!) This week’s episode is all about PLAY and the benefits of “...
#36 - Best way to get to know yourself (Listener Q&A)
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grab some Takis or shrimp chips and have a fun Q&A with us this week! Our wonderful community of listeners have some questions, and Viv and Ro hav...
#35 - The need to be "perfect" & how to accept yourself
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What would you say to your inner child? What thoughts come up as you remember yourself at that age? Many of us may relate to varying extremes of perfe...
#34 - Less in our heads, more in our hearts (intentions for 2023)
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s 2023!!! And we’re so excited to start a brand new year with you! Dive into this episode with Vivian and Rowena as they each share three words...
#33 - Power of setting intentions & creating care teams (2022 reflections)
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can’t believe it’s already the end of 2022! In this special, last episode of the year, Vivian and Rowena reflect on lessons learned and memorable ...
#32 - Finding light in darkness (the power of gratitude)
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What moments or experiences sweep your mind when thinking about gratitude? Who or what immediately comes to focus? As we head into Thanksgiving next w...
#31 - Overcoming the fear of judgement
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody is thriving. Everybody has the perfect life. Everybody is so happy. Ah, that inner voice of ours speaking our insecurities into reality. Who...
#30 - Knowing your limits & setting boundaries
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we chat about boundaries: The invisible line we draw between work, play, family, friends, you name it - and ourselves to protect our headspa...
#29 - Ro's engaged: how it happened!
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The beautiful part of any friendship is experiencing special milestones together. And if the title didn’t already give it away… RO IS 💍 E N G A...
#28 - Not feeling motivated? us too
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling unmotivated? Indifferent? Meh? Good, because we are too. Let’s unpack that. This week is all about motivation, or lack thereof. These period...
#27 - Finding the courage to start | Catch up with us
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re baaackk! Although this time around it wasn’t an intentional break. Maybe it’s the transition from Summer to Fall, mercury in retrograde, o...
#26 - When does the inner work journey end?
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When does the inner work journey end? This week we answer a listener question about protecting others from yourself because you are not “fully heale...
#25 - Lessons we've learned in 2022 (so far): work, rest, & play
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you felt 2022 went by fast or slow, here we are. August. More than half way through the year, Viv and Ro share some experiences that capture w...
#24 - Before they became our parents
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As children of immigrants, the relationship with our parents can be multi-layered and very complex. Often the first relationship we form as children, ...
#23 - Feeling insecure? You're not alone.
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have it, but we rarely talk about it. In this episode, Viv and Ro expand on one of the most popular topics to date: Insecurities (Episode 2).&n...
#22 - Comparing yourself & seeking approval (ft. bubbles)
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you could be liberated from one thing in your life, what would it be? Whether it’s constantly seeking approval from others, or being trapped in t...
#21 - Can you feel two emotions at once?
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt happy and sad at the same time? Or maybe torn between two (or more) emotions? At some point in our lives, we have all found ourselv...
#20 - Our favorite shows, books, & podcasts
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Content has evolved drastically to include all types of media—podcasts, YouTube videos, TV shows, streaming shows, books, movies and more. Wonder wh...
#19 - Giving ourselves permission to rest
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Back from Chicago and Korea/Taiwan, Viv and Ro return from a month-long break and share how some much needed rest (and travel!) allowed them to slow d...
#18 - Overcoming resistance & perfectionism (The Making of Voice Hugs)
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jams joins us again! In this week's episode, Jams interviews Vivian (@vivianxvan) and Rowena (@rowenatsai) on what goes on behind the scenes of your f...
#17 - What it's like to date a Youtuber (ft. Jams)
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A very special episode this week welcoming our first podcast guest *drum roll please*... Jams!! (aka Rowena's boyfriend, VH Fan Club President). From ...
#16 - Secretly judging & projecting onto others
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Viv (@vivianxvan) and Ro (@rowenatsai) explore 3 different listener scenarios instead of deeeep diving into one, starting with a very commo...
#15 - Learning to go with the flow (podcast journey)
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a look back at the first quarter of 2022, Rowena (@rowenatsai) and Vivian (@vivianxvan) share reflections on their podcast journey - from findi...
#14 - Forgiving your past self
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know the rational side of a human brain is not fully developed until around age 25? No wonder why we regret so many decisions made by our youn...
#13 - Get to know us! (13 questions ~ Listener Q&A)
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a one-week hiatus, Rowena (@rowenatsai) and Vivian (@vivianxvan) are back with an even more intense recording schedule (Viv woke up at 4:30 a.m....
#12 - We used to be best friends
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breakups aren’t just for romance. Oftentimes, the breakups that hurt the most are those with your friends. This week, Vivian (@vivianxvan) and Rowen...
#11 - I keep getting ghosted, is it me??
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Swiping left and right on dating apps is thrilling, and sometimes feels like fun and games. But after getting ghosted for the 50th time, you might sta...
#10 - He's "not ready" to commit, what do I do?
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you've been hanging out for a while now and basically act like you're a couple, but they tell you they're "not ready" to commit or define the relat...
#9 - Are you anxious or avoidant?
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re an anxious type like Viv (@vivianxvan), or tend to lean more avoidant like Ro (@rowenatsai), there are many challenges that both of u...
#8 - Spiraling with social anxiety & shame (ft. shrimp chips)
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever questioned your existence after social outings or interactions? That’s vulnerability hangover for ya friends. Something Viv (@vivianxv...
#7 - Casually pondering the meaning of life
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From never truly understanding our life’s impact on others to experiencing immense gratitude to the point of feeling reborn, catch up with Viv (@viv...
#6 - When do you know that a relationship is over? (relationship Q&A)
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get over your first love? Should you live together before marriage? Do you think guys or girls should make the first move? In this week’s...
#5 - Social media makes me feel insecure
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the rise of social media within the past decade, how often would you say you compare yourself to someone else’s “perfect” life? In this wee...
#4 - Career Chat: feeling lost, redefining success & trusting yourself
15 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you need to choose an unconventional career path to find happiness or can a conventional one bring you the same peace of mind? In this episode, we ...
#3 - No more burnouts for 2022 (New Year reflections)
08 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
*Blink* a new year already?? To wrap up 2021, Rowena (@rowenatsai) and Vivian (@vivianxvan) chose 10 fun, thoughtful, and quirky questions they answer...
#2 - Let's talk about our insecurities
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What are our current insecurities? Where do they stem from? How is insecurity the root of jealousy? And how does cancel culture fit into all of this??...
#1 - Welcome to Voice Hugs w/ Rowena Tsai & Vivian Van
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 1 is finally here!! Viv (@vivianxvan) & Ro (@rowenatsai) share hopes for the podcast, the importance of human connection, a little trip do...