Episodes
Megan reflects on her Just a Tip journey, and answers questions from creative director, Taylor Jade Edgin.    Show Notes: [00:48] - Just a Tip Theme Song [02:23] - Where Megan and Taylor Met [04:47] - The Last Episode [06:45] - The Start of Just a Tip [09:10] - Lessons from Hosting A Podcast [13:37] - How to Love Yourself [16:40] - Getting Out of Your Own Way [22:07] - Combating Burnout [28:21] - Sources of Inspiration [32:40] - When It’s Time to Move On [40:54] - Following Your...
Published 02/04/22
Published 02/04/22
Megan sits down with her Just a Tip podcast producer, Clementine Yost. They reminisce about Just a Tip's Journey, discuss finding your niche, and even dive into how to quit your job.   Show Notes: [01:21] - Introducing Clementine [02:09] - Just a Tip’s Journey [05:42] - The End [11:39] - Takeaways From Past Episodes [15:56] - Finding Your Niche [20:34] - Going Remote [25:16] - When It’s Not Working [29:29] - Importance of Kindness [37:15] - Being Honest  [39:53] - Follow Your...
Published 01/21/22
Megan answers questions from Instagram about finding yourself.  Disclaimer: this episode contains a discussion about dieting, weight loss, and eating disorders. Please skip 15:10 - 23:16 to avoid this content.    Show Notes: [01:32] - Most Fulfilling Experience [04:35] - Not Worrying About Uncertainty [06:12] - Moving to the Desert [12:28] - Emotional Currency [15:10] - Intuitive Eating [23:16] - Recovering from Burnout [28:53] - Life Shifts [33:35] - Going for Your Dreams [36:46]...
Published 01/07/22
Megan speaks with Founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp and Editor-in-Chief of Heart Hackers Club, Amy Chan. They dive into the science of love, processing emotions, and even how media influences our thoughts on romance.   Show Notes: [02:18] - Amy’s Background [04:27] - Transitioning into the Arts [07:22] - If Not Now, When? [08:33] - Writing Amy’s Book [12:30] - Receiving Rejection [15:05] - Psychology Behind Relationships [17:11] - Starting Breakup Bootcamp [19:33] - Entering Breakup...
Published 12/24/21
Human Design guide and energetic business strategist, Cat Skreiner, joins Megan to dive into all things Human Design.   Show Notes: [02:44] - Cat’s Background [04:27] - The Appeal of Human Design [07:00] - Finding Your Human Design  [08:40] - Energy Types [11:48] - Profile Numbers [17:41] - Having An Agenda [20:15] - Different Authorities [25:32] - Defining Your Authority [27:26] - The Projection Field [31:19] - Human Design and Business [36:38] - Understanding Your...
Published 12/10/21
Megan talks with bestselling author and podcast host Allison Raskin about mental health, trusting yourself, defining success, and more.   Show Notes: [03:02] - Feeling Guilty [04:16] - Allison’s Foray Into Mental Health [09:38] - Careers in Therapy [13:07] - Allison’s Books [14:19] - Healthy Dating Strategies  [16:50] - Breaking Patterns [21:16] - Learning to Like Yourself [24:29] - Deciding to Change [31:07] - Lessons from School [36:09] - Self-Disclosing in Therapy [39:44] -...
Published 11/26/21
Megan talks with breathwork teacher and bestselling author, Ashley Neese, to learn about the practice of breathwork.    Show Notes: [03:29] - Ashley’s Breathwork Beginnings [06:27] - Where Ashley Heard of Breathwork [10:03] -  There Is No Wrong Way [13:28] - Peak Experience [17:45] - Living for Yourself [19:21] - The Burnout Issue [24:43] - Breaks and Productivity [28:07] - Taking Time Off [34:34] - How Work Affects Relationships [40:41] - The Effects of Moving  [44:58] - About...
Published 11/12/21
Megan talks with best-selling author and host of the Highest Self Podcast, Sahara Rose, about living your life’s purpose and discovering who you are.   Show Notes: [01:24] - Dharma Archetypes [03:44] - Starting Your Journey [04:43] - Explaining Ayurveda [08:41] - The Chakra System [10:53] - Taking A Pause [12:50] - Making Your Dreams Your Career [14:28] - Finding Your Purpose [18:23] - Defining Success [24:25] - Sahara’s Spiritual Beginnings [32:17] - Spiritual Awakening [34:48]...
Published 10/29/21
Megan talks with Mindvalley co-founder and philosopher, Kristina Mänd-Lakhiani. They discuss the stigma of self-help, living on autopilot, and the importance of happiness.   Show Notes: [01:45] - Kristina’s Background [03:45] - Kristina’s Transformational Journey [07:05] - Stigma of Self-Help [16:42] - Talking About Therapy [18:56] - Making Mistakes [23:56] - Finding Balance [27:58] - Defining Self-Care [30:42] - Being Present [33:16] - Buying Time [35:41] - Perception...
Published 10/15/21
Megan talks with holistic health and well-being coach Niraj Naik about living longer, manifestation, and how to change your life.   Show Notes: [01:37] - Downside of Productivity [02:36] - Niraj’s Career Journey [09:44] - The Power of the Subconscious [14:43] - Facing Burnout [17:05] - About SOMA Breath [24:13] - When to Ask for Help [28:38] - Your Ideal Life [34:04] -Niraj’s Workshop [39:02] - Importance of Breath [46:53] - Best Time for Breathwork [48:05] - Advice for...
Published 10/01/21
Megan talks with spiritual entrepreneur Christina Medina about manifestation and meditation. They discuss maintaining personal energy, reconnecting with your spiritual self, and even learn how to perform energy work.   Show Notes: [02:06] - How Christina Got Started [05:21] - Importance of Meditation [08:00] - Taking Time for Yourself [11:42] - All About Manifestation [14:40] - Making Manifestations Come True [21:33] - Attention Residue [22:21] - Energy Cleansing [26:59] -...
Published 09/17/21
Megan talks with creative director Karen X. Cheng about all things social media. They dive into the strategy behind going viral, facing online burnout, and even discuss their advice for creatives.   Show Notes: [01:46] - Karen’s First Viral Video [03:32] - Learning to Dance [06:59] - Cracking the Viral Code [09:43] - Effort vs. Views [12:11] - Defining “Influencer” [18:24] - The Dunning Kruger Effect [20:22] - WMAVR Season 2 [27:34] - IG Growth Strategy [34:21] - Staging...
Published 09/03/21
Megan talks with dream interpreter Meli De Los Santos. They dive into Saturn Return, finding your purpose, and deconstruct some of Megan's recurring dreams.  Show Notes: [01:39] - Saturn Return [03:20] - Recurring Dreams [05:08] - Lessons From Dreams [06:50] - Your Life Calling [08:13] - Finding Your Purpose [10:59] - Reading Natal Charts [13:09] - Advice For Saturn Return [17:27] - How Meli’s Career Started [19:48] - Melding Science and Astrology [24:01] - Changing...
Published 08/20/21
Megan answers questions from Instagram. She dives into everything from her favorite travel destinations, to her Enneagram type! Show Notes: [01:55] - Comedy Rap [03:19] - Favorite Meal [11:10] - Best and Worst Purchases [16:28] - Worst Escape Room [18:31] - Favorite Travel Destination [19:56] - What’s Next [22:33] - Favorite Filipino Food [27:31] - Why Interior Design [30:31] - Megan’s Enneagram [38:25] - Megan’s Accent [40:08] - Adulting Tips [42:31] - Go-To...
Published 08/06/21
Megan talks with content creator and co-star Joanna Franco about everything they learned while filming a TV show. Show Notes: [01:21] - How Megan and Jo Met [04:14] - The “IT” Factor [06:41] - Styling for the Show [10:08] - Closing A Chapter [12:41] - Working Too Hard [15:35] - Personal Life vs. Work [18:21] - Other Job Options [21:44] - Where Jo Got Her Start [26:23] - Being Self-Made [33:15] - What Does Well on YouTube  [38:35] - Travel Shaming [41:42] - YouTube Business...
Published 07/23/21
Megan talks with singer-songwriter Cloe Wilder about starting therapy early and how she got her start in music. Plus, they discuss their relationships with social media and how they define success. Show Notes: [01:09] - Zoom Interviews [02:31] - How Cloe Started Music [03:50] - Songwriting [05:07] - Starting Therapy Early [07:05] - Discussing Mental Health [09:29] - Gen Z and Social Media [14:17] - Oversharing on the Internet [16:52] - Negative Comments [22:00] - Building...
Published 07/09/21
Megan opens up about why she no longer dances. Plus, she talks about belonging and starting new chapters. Show Notes: [03:27] - Why Artists Make Art  [04:24] - Why Megan Doesn’t Dance  [06:27] - Overcoming Stage Fright  [09:49] - First Dance Vignette [13:46] - Reinventing Yourself  [14:34] - Rigging the Dance System   [19:05] - Fitting In vs. Belonging [25:00] - Megan’s College Shows [29:07] - The Worst Hug [36:55] - Career vs. Hobbies [39:12] - Lessons From Netflix [41:17] -...
Published 06/25/21
Megan talks imposter syndrome and creating art with comedian Brian McElhaney. Show Notes: [01:42] - New York Personality [03:25] - Creating A Safe Space [06:58] - Wanting to be Funny [11:02] - Inspiration and Jealousy [19:27] - Comedy Formula [24:58] - Writing Songs [27:06] - Removing the Unessential [29:57] - Imposter Syndrome [35:04] - Breaking the Rules [40:12] - The Real Megan [44:24] - Art From Positivity  [53:50] - Psycho Magic [1:08:04] - Wanting to Be Funny [1:15:09]...
Published 06/11/21
Megan answers questions from Instagram about dating and relationships Show Notes: [00:46] - Introducing the Episode [03:42] - Being Single [04:27] - Growing In Confidence [06:47] - Past Relationships [10:10] - Make Time for Yourself [16:44] - Ready for Relationships [19:11] - Your 20’s Mentality [24:17] - Us vs. the Problem [26:56] - Healthy Relationships [38:18] - Dating In the Same Field [42:06] - Grieving Past Relationships Where to find Megan: Megan's...
Published 05/28/21
Megan talks how to discover your style with actor and longtime friend Amanda Suk. Show Notes: [00:49] - Best Accents [03:04] - Introduction [03:48] - Favorite Reality Shows [05:15] - Amanda’s Style [09:50] - All About Trends [12:22] - Style Inspirations [17:59] - Megan’s Therapy Confession [21:11] - Building A New Wardrobe [26:31] - Feeling Like Your Style [30:08] - Finding Your Vibe [36:44] - Are You Comfortable? [41:41] - How to Find Your Style [45:41] - Different Kinds of...
Published 05/14/21
Megan discusses following your dreams and finding your passion! Join the discussion and check out “The Corner” on Substack at meganbatoon.substack.com. Show Notes: [01:17] - Introducing the Episode [01:49] - What Happened This Morning [05:07] - Believing in Yourself [06:54] - Fear of Failure [08:09] - The Comfort Zone [10:14] - Do You Want It? [11:12] - Moving Cross-Country [13:30] - Failure Is Feedback  [15:23] - Megan As A Bridesmaid [20:34] - Theory of Risk Aversion [22:52]...
Published 04/30/21
Megan and actress and podcast host Gabrielle Elyse talk being mixed race, ways the world can get better, and the process of being a creative. Places to Donate: Asian Mental Health Collective: https://www.asianmhc.org/about-us/#donate AAPI Community Fund: https://gofund.me/5cda6239 Other Resources: https://robbreport.com/lifestyle/news/where-to-donate-to-help-the-asian-community-1234602489/ https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-to-help-asian-communities-2021.html Show...
Published 04/16/21
Megan hosts her very first solo episode and answers questions from Instagram. Check out Megan’s new project “The Corner” on Substack at meganbatoon.substack.com. Show Notes: [01:35] - Announcing Substack [02:48] - Celebrating 30 [05:03] - Who Inspires Megan [07:17] - Megan’s Workout Routine [10:26] - The Fear of Starting [16:11] - Making A Space Feel Like You [25:19] - Forming Good Habits [27:56] - On Habit Stacking [32:04] - Vulnerability and Intimacy [36:57] - Focusing on...
Published 04/02/21
Trigger Warning: this episode includes mentions of suicide. Listener discretion advised. Megan dives into success, being particular, and personal growth with creative director Taylor Jade Edgin. Show Notes: [00:57] - Introducing the Episode [02:38] - Why Taylor Moved to LA [03:16] - From Dance to Creative Direction [04:50] - On Sharing Success [09:40] - Your Relationship With Yourself [11:28] - Asking Yourself What You Need [16:14] - Growing Up [17:47] - What Success...
Published 03/19/21