Candid and Cringe

Thuy Doan
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A podcast about growth and the rollercoaster of life. Breaking barriers one candid conversation at a time. On this podcast, I don't shy away from difficult topics and speak candidly about things such as mental health, therapy, burnout, difficult relationships, career and more.

Episodes

  1. 08/15/2022

    012: Everything Everywhere All At Once

    Everything Everywhere All at Once is a film described by the internet as an absurdist comedy-drama film with elements of sci-fi. It follows Evelyn (Michelle Yeoh) and her strained relationships with her husband, daughter, business, accountant, and interestingly, the multiverse! It’s the kind of film that people loved, were very confused by, deeply moved by, and also the kind of film people wished more people had watched. Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered What is “Everything Everywhere All at Once”How to pronounce Michelle Yeoh’s nameRecapping the movieMemorable scenesCommentary based off an “Explained” walkthrough by the Los Angeles Times Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon Productions Keep it candid, Thuy

    44 min

  2. 07/15/2022

    011: Happy Birthday Mẹ (Mom)

    In the summer of 2018, I lost my then 48-year old mother. This special episode is a small tribute to my mom - otherwise known as Me to me, which means “mom” in Vietnamese. She was warm and kind. A person that enjoyed talking and laughing. She was able to do that up to the day she died, which was coincidentally the same date as her birthday, having spent it with all of us. A personal recollection of a beautiful young woman full of life that courageously left her country, learned a new language and skills, turned mother and wife, from the perspective of her oldest child and daughter. Rest in paradise. Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered Commemorating my dad, Ngoc Thi Tran or Ngoc Tran, on her 52nd birthdayHow she came to Canada from VietnamMy favourite memories with herThe kind of person she wasReflecting on my life with her and her death Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon Productions Keep it candid, Thuy

    49 min

  3. 05/11/2022

    010: Why Didn't You Do The Dishes?

    Roommates. That’s a loaded word. It carries with it a lot of anxiety and joy. Will you become best friends? Will they be the worst ever? How do you live well together? This dynamic is even more difficult when you have a pre-existing relationship. How do we talk about it? Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered Household chores with family membersHousehold chores with strangersHousehold chores with partnersHousehold chores with friendsHaving difficult conversations about expectations Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsRadical Candor by Kim ScottNeurodiversityBody doubling and ADHD (video and thread) Keep it candid, Thuy

    33 min

  4. 04/28/2022

    009: Friendship Breakups > Ghosting

    Conflict is awkward and sometimes frustrating but not always bad. Sometimes it results in us cutting people out of our lives, even when they are a good person. These “breakups”” take the most unexpected forms too, for example, a friendship of many years. How can this be?  Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered What is a friendship breakup?What is ghosting?When is a friendship breakup necessary?How to approach the friendship breakup?Can you become friends again after breaking up? Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsRadical Candor by Kim Scott Keep it candid, Thuy

    32 min

  5. 04/13/2022

    008: Boundaries in Life and the Internet

    The birth of the internet has made it easier to disseminate information as well as to connect with others. This ease of access has made it possible for both healthy and unhealthy parasocial relationships to form with artists and for us to stay in touch with the people we love when life inevitably takes us in different ways. However, some will challenge that space. Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered Setting boundaries on the internetMuting or blocking people on social mediaClosing your DMsProactively pruning your friends listsVibe checks Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsSet Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover TawwabParasocial relationships or interactions by Cynthia Vinney Keep it candid, Thuy

    24 min

  6. 03/27/2022

    007: Happy Birthday Ba (Dad)

    In the summer of 2018, I lost my then 53-year old dad. This special episode is a small tribute him - otherwise known as Ba to me (“dad” in Vietnamese, his mother tongue). He was a provider. A person that enjoyed peace and quiet. In a sense, he eventually got it despite never realizing his dream to raise chickens on a farm and go to Hawaii. A personal recollection of a groovy young man that entered the working world young, who became a father and husband, from the perspective of his oldest child and daughter. Rest in paradise. Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered Commemorating my dad, Doan Thanh Binh or Binh Doan, on his 57th birthdayHow he came to Canada from VietnamMy favourite memories with himThe kind of person he wasReflecting on my life with him and his death Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon Productions Keep it candid, Thuy

    35 min

  7. 03/02/2022

    006: The Role of Social Media in My (Mostly) Tech Career

    For my last three jobs (one in advertising and two in tech), I’ve been able to land them in large part to my social platforms and online presence (personal brand). It’s gotten to the point where I have recruiters coming to me on LinkedIn instead of me going to them. Let’s talk about being intentional and strategic (without compromising on genuine connections).

    38 min

  8. 02/16/2022

    005: Relationships and Work: How I Learned Some Were Not For Me

    I like to think of myself as someone with a healthy amount of self-confidence but of course there are times I have faltered and times that it has not been as high as it is now. I used to subconsciously place my worth in the hands of how many people wanted to date me and how much I’m producing (spoiler: burned out). Learn to spot changes in your behaviour, ask yourself the right questions, and apply learnings to avoid situations that are not a fit. Host Thuy Doan  Note I accidentally said, “It’s easier to marry myself to the company because I’ve started doing things just for me,” but I meant to say, “It’s easier to not marry myself to the company…” Topics Covered Changes in behaviour when you like someone you’re not a fit withChanges in behaviour when you are no longer a fit at workWhat to ask yourself when you notice changes in your behaviourHow to take your observations and apply them to future relationships and orgs Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsThe Five WhysSlang: Get The Bag (used it to describe successfully getting into a relationship)Slang: Sunday ScariesSlang: ShillSlang: Cheesed Keep it candid, Thuy

    37 min

  9. 01/26/2022

    004: IVF As Someone Who Gets Clammy About Needles and Has Avoided Bloodwork for Over a Decade

    I’ve been a long-time avoider of needles and bloodwork. Particularly blood work - to the point where I’ve contemplated not applying for insurance that requires any. However, persevering through an onslaught of needles and blood work, plus undergoing a minimally invasive procedure, has enabled me to make fertility decisions at my own pace, in my own way. It was a roller-coaster journey full of singing songs out loud in the clinic and a lot of Gatorade. Host Thuy Doan Trigger Warnings BloodNeedlesSurgery Topics Covered What is IVF?Why IVF?Getting ready for the processThe stimulation processEgg retrieval procedurePost-surgeryReflection and future cyclesThe cost Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsLilia, an egg-freezing concierge8 Things You Should Consider Before Freezing Your EggsQuestions for Insurance Company or Employer (USA but generally applicable)Ontario Fertility Coverage (Canada) Keep it candid, Thuy

    48 min

  10. 01/12/2022

    003: Burnout and Things I Learned in Therapy

    In the wake of The Great Resignation, people are focusing on their mental health, boundaries, and learning about burnout (sometimes the hard way) more than ever. In this episode, we dig into what burnout is, common misconceptions of burnout, my own burnout experience, how to manage your energy, and therapy. Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered Mass burnout across industriesEnergy auditsEnergy management vs. time managementBurnout and a less commonly known reason for itLeaves of absences (in Ontario) Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon Productions“The Pandemic Has Created A New Kind Of Burnout, Which Makes Well-Being More Critical Than Ever” via ForbesTime vs. Energy Management via MediumWorkplace burnout by Mayo ClinicEisenhower MatrixLeave of Absence Laws in OntarioDisability related accommodation by the Ontario Humans Rights CommissionTaking stress leave during the pandemic by Levitt Sheikh LawStress leave and everything you need to know by Levitt Sheikh LawNote: May differ depending on your company as well.In the podcast, I call my leave “medical leave” because that’s what my employer and I call it but under the law it may be another thing. Keep it candid, Thuy

    35 min

  11. 12/22/2021

    002: Defining Success for Every Season of Your Life

    This episode is jam-packed with a lot of uncomfortable revelations and growth moments. It also includes an interactive activity where I share my definitions of success for every season of my life. Feel free to join me and do the activity yourself while you’re listening! Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered Announcing that I am on leave from workSharing my definitions of success for the day, week, month, year, and lifeWhat would it take for my leave to be successful?Risks with my leaveCharacter flaws and capitalismMy nervous breakdownTrying to cheat yourself out of a breakBeing unable to recognize when you’re stressedTherapyWhat I did my first week of leaveHow sharing this tough time is me living a candid life Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsBrand design by Janel LuciaCodeland 2021 talk on “How To Provide Value from Day 1 of Your Dev Career”Romance Is a Bonus Book on Netflix Keep it candid, Thuy

    34 min

  12. 12/07/2021

    001: The Birth of a Candid Podcast

    For a long time, I’ve had the urge to share my thoughts and feelings. Some ways, fulfilling. Other ways, not so much. I’ve been a person for almost 30 years and a professional software developer for almost 5 and haven’t really done a thing to uplift anyone outside of my immediate circle. With a little encouragement from the experienced, I’m doing it. Host Thuy Doan  Topics Covered The meaning behind the podcast nameWhy a podcast specificallyHow Jason Lengstorf jumpstarted me sharing my experiencesWhat my tagline means: “Breaking barriers through candid conversations”Why it’s important to me to have thought-provoking discussionsHow I’m actually funnyA story about that one time I messed up baking donuts really badBuilding a community. Come join me!Show Notes Podcast edited by Chris Enns at Lemon ProductionsLearn with JasonKeep it candid, Thuy

    27 min
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A podcast about growth and the rollercoaster of life. Breaking barriers one candid conversation at a time. On this podcast, I don't shy away from difficult topics and speak candidly about things such as mental health, therapy, burnout, difficult relationships, career and more.

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  • Creator
    Thuy Doan
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Thuy Doan
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    Candid and Cringe