Theo's Coffee Break Podcast
Theo’s Coffee Break is a soulful conversation series where Grand Rapids, Michigan community leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives share the stories behind their success.
Hosted by Theo B. (aka Shin Hoo Yong), the show blends purpose-driven interviews, spiritual insights, and heart-centered storytelling. This podcast was created as a way to share the experience with the listener to explore the world around us and how we connect within it, together.
Every episode is recorded with the intention that at Theo’s coffee table everyone is welcome.
Come for the connection. Stay for the clarity. The coffee’s always on, ready to pour, and my door is always open to you.
Theo's Coffee Break Podcast
Because I Saw You Do It First: Why Representation Matters
This episode is a heart-on-the-sleeve reflection on why visibility isn’t vanity, it’s healing.
From growing up as a queer, Korean-born transracial adoptee with no mirrors or reflections to follow, to now choosing each day to become that mirror for someone else, Theo explores the power of being seen, the courage it takes to show up authentically, and the legacy we create when we dare to take up space.
Pour a cup, settle in, and remember: your presence might be the permission someone else has been waiting for.
If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!
Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.
Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.
Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com
Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast
And if you ever need some background music or ambience, tap into the exclusive Theo’s Coffee Break Table playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/23li5Nn6IxBGv3pdoOojzY?si=5fec0a83ba9b4d22
Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.
Last thing, check out our official Shin Hoo Yong Music Enterprise website and learn more about this podcast there: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com
Until next time, take good care of yourself and remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...
You are always welcome at our coffee table.
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