In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of Japanese manga and literature with the brilliant Zack Davisson, an esteemed translator and writer known for his insightful work on Japanese culture.
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249. Yaya Han and Jinx on cosplay and Asian representation
In this episode, I chat with two incredible women: Yaya Han and Jinx Cosplay. I am in awe of their skills in sewing and crafting, but even more impressed with their compassion and advocacy.
Yaya and Jinx were generous to share their experiences with discrimination and racism. We discuss the issues surrounding anti-Asian hate crimes and how including AAPI history in our education system can be a solution. I am so grateful to both Yaya and Jinx for speaking out for the Asian American community.
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130. Michael Lark on his art process, collaboration with writers, and Lazarus
Michael Lark is a Harvey and Eisner award-winning comics artist. He is currently illustrating one of my favorite comics: LAZARUS, written by Greg Rucka. Michael has also provided pencils for DC Comics’ Batman, Terminal City, Gotham Central and Marvel Comics’ The Pulse and Captain America.
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125. Diana Schutz on her life in comics
Diana Schutz worked as an editor at Comico and Dark Horse Comics for many years. Some of the best-known works she has edited are Frank Miller’s Sin City and 300, Matt Wagner’s Grendel, Stan Sakai’s Usagi Yojimbo, and Paul Chadwick’s Concrete.
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108. Countdown to Kauai Comic Con with Aaron Yamasato
Aloha!- Today I am joined by a friend, Aaron Yamasato! I previously had Aaron on my podcast discussing Hawaiian culture and cult classic filmmaking. I met Aaron when we worked together on a TV show called Inside Hong Kong.
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