POP CULTURE / Sifu Mimi Chan

317. Best of: Hoon Lee on science, acting and social media

I learned so much speaking with award-winning stage and screen actor Hoon Lee. Hoon is best known for his portrayal of Job on the critically acclaimed tv show Banshee. He also voiced Master Splinter on Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and plays Wang Chao on HBOMax’s Warrior.

We discuss everything from science to comics! I really enjoyed hearing about Hoon’s upbringing in Wayland, MA, and his background in graphic design and tech. He also shares his deep love and respect for the stunt community.

316. Best of: Kelly Sue DeConnick on Wonder Woman Historia, Greek tragedy and tae kwan do

My idea of a lovely afternoon involves talking with Kelly Sue DeConnick! She is the acclaimed comic book writer with works that include: BITCH PLANET, PRETTY DEADLY, AQUAMAN, CAPTAIN MARVEL & the her newest release Wonder Woman Historia.

315. Best of: Jason Tobin on acting, Warrior and Fast and the Furious

In this episode, I have a fun conversation with the charismatic Jason Tobin. Jason started his acting career at a young age and shot to stardom in Justin Lin’s breakout film Better Luck Tomorrow.

313. Jason Chu on performing, AAPI history and spoken word

Chinese American rapper jason chu has been traveling across the USA spreading positivity and awareness for the AAPI community. He is known for his high-energy live performances that blend introspective lyricism with crowd-moving passion. On a mission to “speak hope and healing in a broken world”, his songs and videos tell stories of youth, family, and history.

312. Greg Rucka on Lazarus Risen 7, journalism and social media

It’s a special episode of The Mimi and Greg Show because today is Greg Rucka’s Birthday! Happy Birthday to my dear friend Greg!

310. Greg Rucka on the state of the world today

It’s another episode of The Mimi and Greg Show! I have missed my dear friend Greg Rucka who has been traveling for work on The Old Guard 2, attending comic cons in Europe and finally getting a little vacation time.

309. Chip Zdarsky on comics, CHIPCLASS and soap operas

When I hear the name Chip Zdarsky I think FUNNY. Most people might be thinking of the “Eisner award winning comic creator” … or about his work on Daredevil, Batman, Spiderman and Sex Criminals.

308. Best of: Gene Luen Yang on writing Shang Chi, American Born Chinese and Monkey Prince

Gene Luen Yang is an award wining author and comic creator of American Born Chinese which is soon to be a television show on Disney+.

304. Lydia Gaston on dance, acting and Broadway

I’m totally in love with my next guest, Lydia Gaston. She co-stars with Jo Koy in the new hit film, Easter Sunday. I was grateful Lydia took time out of her very busy schedule to discuss her incredible journey as a dancer in the Philippines to Broadway.

303. Greg Rucka on comic book collaboration and Lazarus Risen 7

It’s another episode of The Mimi and Greg Show!
Lazarus Comic fans beware. Major spoiler alerts for Risen 7 lie ahead. For those that have not yet begun their Lazarus journey, Greg shares a lot of insight in the collaborative process in comic creation.

302. Brian Michael Bendis on creating new worlds and characters

I had so much fun catching up with comics creator Brian Michael Bendis. His newest comic book with artist André Lima Araújo, Phenomena, is a gorgeous fantasy adventure series which just hit shelves on September 14, 2022. Brian shares his inspiration for the series as well as his excitement and fears when creating new worlds and characters.

301. Greg Rucka on the importance of language

It’s another episode of The Mimi and Greg Show! We go typical Mimi and Greg style with tangents, current events and a good old fashioned Rucka Rant!

In this episode we discuss the importance of language and communication. Greg also shares his take on the ongoing investigation into Trump’s Mar-a-Lago docs.