M Chan / Sifu Mimi Chan

375. Passion, Patience, Listening, and Feedback as a Gift

In this episode Oscar and I dive into the powers of passion, patience, and the art of truly listening. Our discussion also covers the art of receiving feedback as a gift, recognizing its potential to fuel personal growth and propel us toward greatness.

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?

373. Greg Rucka on how creating comics is like chess

Greg shares his thoughts on comic conventions, and we also get an update on both Lazarus and Ruby Actual. I was also thrilled to hear his take on how creating comics is like chess.

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!

369. A Conversation with the Cast of WARRIOR on the Show’s Resonance

If you are a fan of the hit TV series, Warrior, you are in for a treat today. Joining me are the incredible cast members who bring the dynamic characters of the show to life.

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.

367. It’s my 46th birthday and I’ll cry if I want to!

In today’s episode, I take a journey through the corridors of time, reminiscing about the milestones, challenges, and growth that have shaped me into the person I am today.

366. Coach Dan John on Connect Four, Rote Memory, and Open and Closed Loop Education

Coach Dan John and I have been embarking on a journey back in time, exploring the legendary tale of “The Sword in the Stone” and its profound connection to the world of education.

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.

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.

363. Rucka, Henderson, and Trautmann on The Forged

Greg Rucka, Eric Trautmann, and Mike Henderson party with me today on the podcast. We discuss their incredible new comic book series The Forged, which released earlier this year.

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.