Sean's Learning Adventure

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Welcome to Sean Trace's Learning Adventures, the ultimate destination for anyone who loves to learn in fun and exciting ways! 

  1. 3d ago

    Unlocking The Real You | Drag Queen Honey (Tony Tong) | Sean's Learning Adventure

    In this episode of Sean's Learning Adventure, I sit down with Drag queen Honey Gluttony, aka Tony Tong, Singapore's number one live singing drag queen now building a musical theater community in Vietnam.  We talk about the split between Tony, the quiet performer she used to be, and Honey, the bold diva who gave him permission to speak up, and what it really means to let every part of yourself exist at once.  Honey opens up about walking away from a comfortable job at Google to chase musical theater, and how she coaches people to find their own color instead of copying someone else's shine.  This is a conversation about identity, courage, and giving yourself permission to become who you already are underneath it all. If you could step into an alter ego for one night, who would they be?

  2. 6d ago

    Silence Is A Skill | Jenn Alex | Sean's Learning Adventure

    Communication isn’t something you’re either naturally good or bad at, it’s a skill you can actually train. In this conversation with Jenn Alex, I wanted to understand why communication breaks down so easily, even when everyone involved thinks they’re being clear. We talk about why people say yes when they really mean no, how assumptions create unnecessary mistakes, and why trying to sound smart can actually make your message harder to understand. Jenn also explains why difficult conversations get worse when we avoid them, why preparation matters when emotions are high, and how one simple habit like pausing can completely change the way we listen and respond. We also get into workplace communication, public speaking, leadership, body language, and why simplifying a complicated idea is often a sign of expertise, not a lack of it. The biggest takeaway for me is that effective communication isn’t about talking more. It’s about making sure the other person actually understands what you meant. What’s one communication habit you wish more people would stop doing?

  3. Jul 22

    Queen Energy Activated | Mai Phương | Sean’s Learning Adventures

    In this episode of the Growing Money with Sean Trace podcast, I sit down with Vietnamese artist and Miss World Vietnam finalist Mai Phuong to talk about confidence, creativity, and the courage it takes to reinvent yourself. We dive into her transition from beauty pageants into music, the inspiration behind her song Queenergy, and how she discovered her authentic voice as an artist. Mai Phuong shares how self-confidence, boldness, and authenticity became the foundation of her music and personal growth. We talk about the importance of mentors, learning from the right people, and how great teachers can completely change the trajectory of your life. She also opens up about the pressure of maintaining a public image while still trying to express herself creatively, and how embracing imperfection has helped her connect more deeply with her audience. Along the way, we explore the power of music to shape our energy, how posture and mindset affect confidence, and why believing in yourself is often the first step toward success. Mai Phuong also talks about writing music in English, performing internationally, and how language can open doors to new collaborations, ideas, and opportunities around the world. This conversation is about more than music. It is about identity, resilience, and the bold decision to step into your own story, even when the path ahead is uncertain. If confidence really is a form of energy, what would change in your life if you chose to show up every day with a little more of it?

  4. Jul 20

    Confidence Isn't Something You're Born With | Hoang Oanh | Sean's Learning Adventure

    In this conversation, I sit down with a talented TV host, actress, MC, public speaking mentor, and mother to explore how confidence is actually built. She shares how she went from being a shy, introverted girl to commanding stages and television screens, not by becoming someone else, but by understanding herself, practicing consistently, and connecting every challenge to a deeper purpose. We talk about overcoming the fear of making mistakes, preparing for public speaking, finding your “why,” and accepting that work-life balance is rarely a perfect 50-50 split. She also opens up about motherhood, stepping away from her career, navigating divorce, and learning that protecting our children from every struggle may prevent them from developing their own strength. One of the most powerful moments comes from the lesson her father taught her after their family lost everything: human beings are incredibly resilient when they know what they want and keep moving forward. Ultimately, this episode is about self-awareness, lifelong learning, family, resilience, and becoming your own greatest supporter. What part of yourself are you still learning to understand and accept?

  5. Jul 13

    Why Smart People Fear Speaking | John Vautier | Sean's Learning Adventures

    I sat down with communication coach John Vautier of Vautier Communications, and this conversation completely reframed how I think about fear, confidence, and the way we talk to each other.  John breaks down why even brilliant, capable people freeze up in front of an audience, walking me through the four stages of competence and why public speaking anxiety has almost nothing to do with intelligence and everything to do with reps.  We get into why comparison is quietly wrecking people's confidence, how executive presence is built in the first ninety seconds of any interaction, and why the pause, not the words, is often the most powerful tool a speaker has.  What's one time you stayed silent when you should've spoken up, and what would you do differently if you had that moment back?

  6. Jul 6

    From Shy To Icon | Ha-Anh Vu | Sean's Learning Adventure

    I sat down with Ha Anh, a Vietnamese model, TV host, author, and confidence coach, and this conversation completely shifted how I think about communication. We talked about why some people command a room the second they walk in while others fade into the background, and Ha Anh broke down the difference between confidence you're born with and confidence you build through repetition.  She shared how being an introvert never stopped her from becoming one of Vietnam's most recognized public figures, and why she believes real communication starts with something as simple as saying hello.  We got into posture, nerves before public speaking, the myth that perfect English equals good communication, and why listening matters more than talking.  What's one small thing you do to build your confidence before a big moment? Let me know in the comments.

  7. Jul 3

    Nobody's Really Listening | Julian Treasure | Sean's Learning Adventure

    What if the biggest communication problem today isn't how we speak, but how we listen? In this conversation, I sit down with Julian Treasure, one of the world's leading experts on listening, communication, and human connection, to explore why so many people feel unheard despite living in the most connected era in history. We dive into how social media, constant distractions, and noisy environments are quietly destroying our ability to truly listen, and why that has consequences far beyond conversations. Julian explains how poor listening fuels loneliness, polarization, broken relationships, ineffective leadership, and even costs businesses trillions of dollars through miscommunication. He shares practical tools like the RASA listening framework, discusses why silence is an underrated communication skill, and reveals the habits that separate great leaders from average ones. If you want to become a better communicator, build stronger relationships, lead more effectively, or simply connect more deeply with the people around you, this episode is packed with practical insights you can start applying immediately. What's one conversation in your life that could completely change if you spent more time listening and less time preparing your response?

  8. Mar 12

    Passion Pays Later | Jethro Sulayao | Sean’s Learning Adventure

    In this episode of Sean’s Learning Adventure, I sit down with international pageant coach Jethro Sulayao for a powerful conversation about confidence, communication, mindset, personal growth, and what it really takes to reinvent yourself.  We talk about his journey from teaching English in Vietnam to coaching beauty queens for the international stage, and how he balanced stability with passion instead of making reckless moves. What really stood out to me was his belief that mindset comes before performance, that before someone can own the stage, answer under pressure, or carry real presence, they have to believe in who they are first. We also get into executive presence, authenticity, stage confidence, handling pressure, finding your voice, and why real success comes from showing up consistently, trusting your value, and choosing growth every single day. This is a conversation about communication skills, self-belief, resilience, personal branding, and becoming the kind of person who does not copy the standard, but sets it. What is one area of your life where you know it is time to stop playing safe and start becoming more fully yourself?

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Welcome to Sean Trace's Learning Adventures, the ultimate destination for anyone who loves to learn in fun and exciting ways! 

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  • Creator
    Sean Trace
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
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    Clean
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