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217. Dan John on hard work, revolutions and America

Dan John is a world-renowned strength coach and mentor to many in the fitness industry. In this episode, Dan discusses the importance of doing the work! Whether it applies to strength training, kung fu, or education… there are no shortcuts in life.

202. Siena Agudong on Hawaii, acting and coral reefs

Siena Agudong is an American actress, who is known for her roles on the Nickelodeon series Star Falls, the Netflix series No Good Nick, and the Disney Channel Original Movie Upside-Down Magic.

185. Mimi and Greg Rucka on Chadwick Boseman and Disney’s Mulan

In this episode Greg and I mourn the loss of Chadwick Boseman and naturally talk a little about politics.

156. Mike Mignola on sketching for charity and life during covid19

Mike Mignola has raised almost $100,000* for Chef Jose Andres’ World Central Kitchen, an organization that is providing meals to communities in need across America. What started out as fun sketches to keep busy, quickly turned into an online auction. He has been sketching everything from Sponge Bob SquarePants to plant headed monsters.

ICYMI. 122 James Hong on what he’s learned working on over 500 roles in tv and film

124. Dan John on why we should reread great books, plus more Sword in the Stone!

Dan John and I have redefined tangent today. Our discussions take us in many different directions, but they are all worth listening to. We talk about his personal and family mission statements, musicals (and how they show excellence), but mostly the importance of rereading books. Dan discusses the benefits of rereading great books at different stages of your life. In addition to being a world-class fitness coach, best-selling author, and professor.

122. James Hong on working in tv and films

I feel fortunate that James Hong took time to interview with me today. He is an actor who has starred in over 500 film and tv roles during his 60+ year career. At age 90, he isn’t slowing down. It was great to have a little Mulan reunion with James, as we discussed our thoughts on the upcoming live-action film. James shared his stories on Hollywood through the years, and the challenges Asian Americans face in cinema. He is hopeful for the future after the success of Crazy Rich Asians, however, still feels we have a long way to go.

116. San Diego Comic Con

Please note the blog and podcast are different! This week’s podcast is a wrap-up session with Oscar Agramonte, where we discuss all things SDCC and our experiences on the panel and at the con. Tune in! I just got back from the whirlwind that is San Diego Comic-Con.

115. Dan John on The Sword in the Stone and fitness philosophy

I love books and films about Merlin and King Arthur. I recently listened to T.H. White’s: The Sword in the Stone. My husband frequently recommends guests to me, and he thought Dan John would be the best person to discuss the many layers of this book.

114. I’m headed to San Diego Comic Con

Today, on the show I talk about an exciting event that is coming up next week, San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC). SDCC is the mecca of all comic con! I was so excited when they chose my panel (Cosplayers, Ready your Swords!) that I pitched to them to be part of the 50th anniversary of SDCC. Make sure you check out the schedule for my panel. We’ll be doing some meet and greets, autographs and more. Or just stop in a say hello!

[Rebroadcast] CChat 80: Me (Mimi) on Mulan

111. Live from Kauai Comic-Con!

Aloha everyone! I am live from Kauai Comic-Con. So, please listen to this podcast with an open mind. And of course, this is a live podcast, there will be audience background noise and all sorts of fun things. This is a really great conversation with Carl Potts and we did this live from the stage of Kauai Comic-Con. The first-ever on the island of Kauai and it was such an honor to be there. I can’t wait to hear the interview and let me know what you thought.