433. ICYMI Suzy Chan on breast cancer, tai chi and music
October is a busy month: We honor Pink October, Hispanic Heritage and Filipino American History Month. In order to give myself a bit of a mental health break, I am going to be sharing some episodes that you might have missed.
This interview was recorded 5 years ago in celebration of my mom’s 70th birthday. We discuss her experience with breast cancer and her healing process. My mom did not opt for chemotherapy, but instead healed with her strong spirit and practiced the ancient art form of tai chi chuan. We of course do not recommend this for everyone, but listen on to hear survival story.
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407. Happy New Year! Hello 2025
Happy New Year! Here’s What’s in Store for 2025
As I step into 2025, I’m filled with excitement for the year ahead and gratitude for the journey that brought me here.
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The Wah Lum Sifu Test 2024
Every three years, Wah Lum instructors from around the globe gather to the Temple headquarters to take the Sifu Test. Everyone is a student first.
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Good fruit comes to those who wait!
My father wakes up before the sun rises and starts his day by going to the Wah Lum Temple to light incense to honor his ancestors…
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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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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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372. Jim Lee on Asian American identity, discipline, and what’s next!
Comic book legend Jim Lee joins me on the podcast today. You heard me right, Jim Lee! Can you tell I’m psyched?
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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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337. Senator Shevrin Jones on operating outside of the box
Senator Shevrin Jones is one of my favorite legislators. He serves the Miami Dade district in Florida and has been a key supporter of the AAPI history bill that recently passed in Florida.
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331. Nicola Scott on Wonder Woman Historia, art and collaboration
Nicola Scott is the incredible artist who works on Iconic characters such as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman. She also worked with Kelly Sue DeConnick on Vol.3 of the Eisner Awarding winning series Wonder Woman HISTORIA. In addition she collaborates with my dear friend Greg Rucka on Black Magick. You’ve heard of that guy right? If not there are about 55 episodes to check out!
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