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Hyphen Nation with Dave Lu

Dave Lu
Blue Eye Samurai
Bain & Company
Corporate Boards
Gamma
Coca-Cola
Stanford University
Jane Wu
New York City
Power
Ted Lieu
Seattle, United States
Los Angeles, United States
Diversity and Women Of Color On Boards
Powerpoint
Crate and Barrel
Yul Kwon
Amazon
The Knot
Democracy
Logitech

Dave Lu, Silicon Valley tech veteran, startup founder, investor, activist, and Emmy Award-winning producer, talks to influential leaders in the Asian American community and beyond. His intimate conversations will dive into their journeys and explore how they got to where they are today, including all of the challenges and triumphs. The hope is that these episodes will be a form of mentorship and i... more

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On October 31, 2000, William Wang was one of the last passengers to board Singapore Airlines Flight 6 in Taipei — flying out that night instead of the next morning so he could get home in time for his daughter’s first Halloween. The plane took off on... more

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In 2006, Yul Kwon became the first Asian American to win Survivor — a cultural milestone that made him one of the earliest, most visible Asian American men on national television. But behind the strategic gameplay and the "sexiest man alive" headline... more

Julie Kim made history this year as Takeda's first female CEO in the company's 245-year history — and the first Asian American and Korean American to lead a top-tier global pharmaceutical company. Unlike most East Asian American CEOs, she didn't foun... more

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Most leaders overlook the power of storytelling—until they realize it’s the secret to inspiring trust, driving change, and embracing leadership authenticity. Neela Montgomery’s journey from a small town near Manchester to leading global brands like C... more

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Recent Guests

William Wang
Founder of Vizio and tech entrepreneur
Vizio
Episode: William Wang - From Plane Crash to IPO
Yul Kwon
Survivor winner; Stanford and Yale Law alumnus; tech executive
Google (VP) / former FBI-related policy work / Survivor winner
Episode: Yul Kwon - Overcoming Your Fears
Julie Kim
CEO of Takeda
Takeda
Episode: Julie Kim - Leading from the Front
Neela Montgomery
CEO with a background in retail, media, and turnaround leadership
Former CVS, Crate and Barrel; Logitech board member
Episode: Neela Montgomery - The Turnaround Queen
Grant Lee
CEO of Gamma
Gamma
Episode: Grant Lee - How to Build a $2 Billion AI Startup
Caroline Tsay
Board director of multiple public companies; former VP at HPE and executive with Yahoo, IBM, Rosetta Stone, Morningstar, Coca-Cola
Board Director (Rosetta Stone, Morningstar, Coca-Cola, Travel Zoo, etc.)
Episode: Caroline Tsay - Demystifying Corporate Boards
Domee Shi
Oscar-winning creator of Bao, director of Turning Red, VP Creative at Pixar
Pixar
Episode: Domee Shi - The Secret to Storytelling
Vicky Tsai
Founder of Tatcha, skincare entrepreneur, trauma survivor
Tatcha (brand)
Episode: Vicky Tsai - Overcoming Trauma and Finding Your Voice
Faye Iosotaluno
Senior tech executive and former CEO of Tinder (Match Group)
Tinder, Match Group
Episode: Faye Iosotaluno - Climbing the Corporate Ladder to the Top

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Dave Lu
Host of Hyphen Nation

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Good guests, good content, mediocre interviewer. Constant interrupting and talking over guests so you cannot hear what the guest is saying. Less unnecessary interjections would help tremendously.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    kv2
    6 months ago
  • Refreshingly great!

    An incredible podcast - not a single episode has failed to live up to the hype. Dave’s super conversational style has me feeling like a fly on the wall during these deep talks with folks who are not just successful leaders, but more importantly all-around decent people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _Willie_C_
    United States10 months ago
  • I didn’t know these stories existed

    Thank you Dave for creating this podcast and allowing us to listen into these authentic conversations. Truly inspirational. Excited for each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rzhongpunk
    United Statesa year ago

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The host's style is described as very conversational and mentorship-like, drawing in deep, personal career stories.
Receives praise for conversational, authentic interviews with successful leaders who are also decent people.
Episodes are seen as high-quality storytelling that provides practical takeaways for listeners.
Listeners appreciate authentic, inspiring conversations they can learn from.

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Yul Kwon - Overcoming Your Fears
Q: Was there any desire to leave the Bay Area or why Stanford versus going East?
He chose Stanford and the Bay Area because of affordability and family support, while also being inspired by his brother's personal growth at Stanford; he pursued opportunities that balanced financial feasibility with potential for impact.
Neela Montgomery - The Turnaround Queen
Q: How did you approach moving your family across continents for leadership roles?
She stresses the importance of marrying well and having a partner who shares a spirit of adventure; effective dual-career planning, communication, and willingness to adapt were crucial, along with the belief that children are resilient and can thrive with deliberate structure and support.
Neela Montgomery - The Turnaround Queen
Q: What was the turning point that led you to leave Tesco after 12 years?
She felt the culture had shifted and wanted to explore a different environment with the potential for longer-term, generational thinking; meeting Michael Otto and seeing a new leadership style and brand portfolio opportunities motivated the move to Otto Group and beyond.
Debby Soo - Turning Dreams of Becoming a CEO into Reality
Q: How did you navigate the path from early education to top leadership roles?
Debby describes a combination of seizing opportunities, building credibility through consistent, hard work, and leveraging relationships and language skills to move into roles that expanded her influence. She emphasizes the importance of asking for the right opportunities, even when it means relocating or taking on less glamorous work to prove capability.
Vicky Tsai - Overcoming Trauma and Finding Your Voice
Q: How did early experiences with discrimination influence your career choices and resilience?
Those experiences hardened her resolve to build something that could protect and empower her community, ultimately fueling the decision to pursue entrepreneurship and creating a space where she and others could thrive.

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A high-profile interview series focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and governance within and beyond the Asian American community. Episodes feature founders, corporate executives, investors, and creative leaders sharing career pivots, mentorship, diversity, and how storytelling and authentic leadership propel impact in tech, entertainment, and public service. Notable strengths include candid discussions about representation, cross-border leadership, and building scalable organizations, making it a strong fit for listeners seeking mentorship, actionable career guidance, and insights from top leaders across industries.

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Recent guests on Hyphen Nation include:

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2. Yul Kwon
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4. Neela Montgomery
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6. Caroline Tsay
7. Domee Shi
8. Vicky Tsai

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