Blasian Book Fair Orlando team discusses what to expect at the upcoming event on September 14, 2024.
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386. Live from Kauai Comic Con a discussion with Hawaiian author Moana McAdams
Moana’s dedication to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of these communities is truly inspiring. We delved into the importance of authentic representation in media, the challenges faced by Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, and the beauty of their traditions and stories.
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385. Mark Cheng on the intersection of health, medicine, and martial arts.
In this special episode, Oscar and I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. Mark Cheng, a dear friend and esteemed expert in manual therapy and martial arts. Recording in person was a rare and delightful experience, made even better by Mark’s warm hospitality.
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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.
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374. Sifu Mimi Chan on the Intersection of Chinese Medicine (Dit Da Jow) and Social Justice
“Dit” means to fall or get hurt. “Da” means to hit. “Dit Da Jow” is the liniment martial artists use to heal bruises, aches, and pain. So what does this have to do with social justice?
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371. Chen Tang on travel, food, and Warrior on Netflix
Chen Tang has been described as an actor whose purpose is to portray human stories that connect the East to the West. If you’re a fan of the show Warrior like me, you’ve seen him as ‘Hong’ – the fun, yet deadly mass-murdering hitman fresh off the boat from China.
We not only dissect Chen’s captivating portrayal but also explore his passion for travel, discovering how he effortlessly finds home in every corner of the globe. From his culinary escapades to thrilling safari adventures during his time filming in Cape Town, prepare to be transported beyond the set and into the exciting life of Chen Tang.
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370. Cliff Chiang and Bernard Chang on the importance of Asian American history
In this episode I chat with Asian American artist superstars Cliff Chiang and Bernard Chang about the significance of Asian American history. Both of these incredible artists played a part in the upcoming Make Us Visible Florida History Activity Book!
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368. Thien Pham on Vietnamese heritage, love of food, and AAPI history
Thien Pham is a talented comic book artist, writer, and illustrator known for his contributions to the world of graphic novels. His creative endeavors include works like “Sumo,” “Level Up,” and collaborations with authors such as Gene Luen Yang.
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365. Soo Lee on the challenge of creating comics
Soo Lee is a comic artist and illustrator based in New York City. Her captivating storytelling and mesmerizing visuals have earned her recognition from DC Comics and Dark Horse Comics.
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364. Alina Chau on the immigrant experience, Chinese calligraphy, and Asian American identity
Alina Chau 周曉芬 is an acclaimed author and illustrator. She worked in the animation and gaming industries for a decade, with credits including best-selling games, and most notably the Emmy Award-winning Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series.
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362. Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham on LUNAR NEW YEAR LOVE STORY
Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham join me on the podcast to discuss Lunar New Year Love Story. This new graphic novel is a heartwarming rom-com about fate, family, and falling in love.
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358. AAPI history, Coloring Books, and Comic Creators
Teaching AAPI history is now required for K-12 schools in Florida. What’s next? After a challenging legislative session, we’re taking a look at the next steps for ensuring that AAPI history is taught accurately and meaningfully in our schools.
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