Listen "S4E5: Ferlyn G on Owning Her Truth and Finding Strength in 'Emerald Hill'"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Joanne Peh sits down with actress and former K-pop idol Ferlyn G, whose journey from the glittering stages of Korea to the emotionally raw world of Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story reveals a deep, personal evolution.Ferlyn stars as Zhou Hongyu in Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story, a complex character shaped by pain, power, and the need to survive. But as Ferlyn shares, portraying this role wasn’t just acting — it was therapy. In confronting her character’s trauma, she began to confront her own. What followed was a powerful process of release, reflection, and rebuilding.Together, Ferlyn and Joanne dive into the cost of staying silent, the fear of being misunderstood, and how art can become a mirror for healing. What does it mean to speak your truth in a world that often rewards performance over authenticity? And how do we hold space for ourselves when the world only sees what’s on the surface?Tune in to hear Ferlyn’s raw, thoughtful reflections on identity, recovery, and the quiet bravery it takes to live — and act — with truth.t strength that define Ferlyn’s performance — and the woman behind it.Catch Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story, a 30-episode series, now streaming on meWATCH and Netflix.For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at [email protected] the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content.Listen to the audio version of this podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2UUDTSerqtElRlzbDujZji?si=d4ff63ff3321493a Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-do-i-know-with-joanne-peh/id1619082241Follow us on social media:Joanne Peh: https://www.instagram.com/joannepeh/What Do I Know? Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/whatdoesjoanneknow/ZYRUP Media: https://www.instagram.com/zyrupmedia/ Ferlyn GInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ferlyngofficial/Chapters: 00:00 Start of Episode 01:49 Guest Introduction: Meet Ferlyn04:07 Stepping into "Emerald Hill": Ferlyn’s Role08:51 Audience Perception vs Inner Turmoil09:40 How Ferlyn Relates to Her Character15:52 Life Imitating Art: Recovering from a Tough Breakup 17:55 The Spark Behind Her Love for Acting21:37 The Fear of Speaking Her Truth23:30 When Career Goals Clash with Personality25:51 Standing Her Ground in Korea28:12 The K-pop Industry’s Lasting Impact29:00 Then vs Now: Dealing with Media Scrutiny33:04 The Debate on Women Supporting Women36:30 Comparisons with Tasha and Reclaiming Confidence37:05 Unrealistic Expectations in K-pop Culture39:35 Life After K-pop: New Challenges40:45 From Inferiority to Inner Peace41:26 Learning to Navigate Comparisons47:35 Her Take on Awards and Recognition48:45 Reflections and Final Thoughts50:27 End of Episode
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