James Hong

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.

Read more
Reflections on China Tour

89. Reflections on the 2018 China Tour

I already blogged about the China tour, but O and I sit down to chat in more depth about the experiences and events of the trip.  Listen on to hear about the adventures and what the trip meant to me.

Read more

84. Gene Ching on China’s film market, lightsaber training, and kung fu movies

Gene Ching is the editor of Kung Fu Tai Chi Magazine.  Last time he was a guest on the show we discussed weapon making, fencing, drugs, and his evolution as a journalist.  Today we discuss the China film market and its relationship to Hollywood.  Is China going to take over as the #1 film economy in the world?  Listen in for Gene’s opinion and his take on what is happening in the film industry today. We also geek out about lightsaber training, weapons, and reminisce about old school kung fu movies.

Read more

21. Roger Garcia on Asian cinema, film festivals, and the scientific approach to filmmaking

Roger Garcia keeps busy: he is the executive director of the Hong Kong Film Festival, director of the Asian Film Awards Academy, a movie producer, and an expert on Hong Kong cinema. He’s also edited books on Asians in Film and is a renowned film critic. We chat about the time he spent on the famed Shaw Brothers film sets in the 1980s, the history of Asian film studios and the future of filmmaking in Asia. Roger also shares a fascinating theory on how films have adapted for different technological platforms during the end of our chat. For comments or suggestions reach out on social media @sifumimichan.. On with the show.

Read more

13. Hardy Kam, Michelin star

Hardy is the owner of Kam’s Roast Goose in Hong Kong. Since 1942, his family has been achieving outstanding success in the culinary world.   We sit down to discuss why he has kept this tradition going, what food means to him, and how this simple no frills restaurant quickly earned the award of a Michelin Star.  Warning: Do not listen to this episode if you are hungry!

Read more