SOCIAL ISSUES / Sifu Mimi Chan

406. MiOsc on Kung fu, tai chi, and philosophy at sea

Kung fu, tai chi, and philosophy at sea! This MiOsc podcast was recorded on board our recent cruise.

405. Exploring Identity, Music, and Resilience: Podcast with Chinese Jamaican Musician Margaret Suzy Wong Chan

In this episode, I’m excited to dive into a unique story that spans music, culture, and resilience. Welcoming back my mom, who grew up in 1950s Jamaica, was a member of Jamaica’s first all-girls band, The Carnations, and continued her music career in America.

402. Greg Rucka on the election and Stop Project 2025 Comic

It’s The Mimi and Greg Show – my dear friend Greg Rucka and I can’t help but talk about the upcoming election and its impact on our society.

401. Africa: Unforgettable Safari Encounters, Poaching Realities, and Animal Behavior

In this episode, I break my vacation promise and sit down for a spontaneous chat with our incredible safari field guide at Sabi Sands, South Africa. Geoff Haslam is highly skilled and knowledgeable about all the animals in the reserve. As a qualified Level 2 guide, Geoff has undergone rigorous training and accumulated over 1,200 hours of experience leading trails through the African wilderness.

399. Gordon James on Finding Passion and Building Empathy

I had the pleasure of sitting with Gordon James, a man whose life journey spans four countries—Jamaica, Kenya, the USA, and Canada. Gordon’s experiences living in such diverse places have shaped his perspective on the world. In our conversation, we explored how these experiences have fueled his passion for life, fostered empathy, and equipped him to combat racism through meaningful dialogue.

398. Greg Rucka on Themes from “The Last of Us” Empathy, Humanity, and Hope

“The Last of Us” isn’t just a post-apocalyptic survival story; it’s a deep exploration of what it means to be human when the world around us is ending.

397. Monica May on Breaking Barriers – from the Projects to Empowering the Next Generation

I had the privilege of sitting down with Monica May, a radio host whose story is nothing short of inspiring. Monica’s journey began in the projects of New York, where she learned the value of hard work, resilience, and survival—qualities that would later define her remarkable career in radio. You can hear Monica on Star 94.5 hosting “Monica May’s Point Of View”.

395. Empowerment at Fourteen: Sumer Strawbree on Anti-Bullying, Self-Affirmations, and Embracing Your True Self

In a world where the narrative of beauty is often narrowly defined, 14-year-old Sumer Strawbree’s voice emerges as a powerful testament to resilience and self-love.

392. Greg Rucka on the Olympics, patriotism, elections, and a sigh of relief

It’s another episode of “The Mimi and Greg Show” where Greg Rucka tackles all the current events. This episode was recorded on August 1st.

391. One Year After the Lahaina Fires with Ronald Sambrano

In this poignant episode, we reconnect with Ronald Sambrano to reflect on the aftermath of the devastating Lahaina fires one year later. The conversation sheds light on the ongoing challenges faced by the community, as the initial waves of media attention and support have faded, leaving many feeling forgotten.

390. The Mimi and Greg Show: Rucka on Biden’s Endorsement of Kamala Harris

In this episode, we discuss President Biden’s recent announcement and why endorsing Kamala Harris is the right move for the future of our nation. Ready for a Rucka Rant? Well it’s more of an episode rant, as we dissect the last few days in politics.

382. Best of AAPI Heritage Month: Richard Sakurai on life in a Japanese Internment Camp

As we honor AAPI Heritage Month there is one interview that I think everyone should hear. In 2017, I had the privilege of speaking with Richard Sakurai about his experience in a Japanese Internment camp. At the time of the interview, he was 91 years old.