SOCIAL ISSUES / Sifu Mimi Chan

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?

358. AAPI history, Coloring Books, and Comic Creators

Teaching AAPI history is now required for K-12 schools in Florida. What’s next? After a challenging legislative session, we’re taking a look at the next steps for ensuring that AAPI history is taught accurately and meaningfully in our schools.

357. What we felt happened and what actually happened in this episode!

Revisionist history? This week we start off by giving thanks for a lot of milestone events, including Mimi’s dad’s birthday and the 43rd anniversary of Wah Lum. Then, Oscar goes down the rabbit hole of revisionism.

354. Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah on Chain-Gang All-Stars

I read Chain-Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah this year and was blown away. I rarely post my reading list to social media, but when I did, he was kind enough to respond. There are certain books that leave you with strong feelings. Chain-Gang All-Stars is one of these books. Nana writes in way that is both captivating and sends a deeper message.

353. The Mimi & Greg Show live at Rose City Comic Con

It’s The Mimi & Greg Show live at Rose City Comic Con! It was great to sit next to Greg for the podcast for a change instead of being on zoom. We had a blast just rolling right into the show as we waited for the audience to trickle in.

350. Machu Picchu, aliens and stream of consciousness

Oscar and I have just returned from Machu Picchu and share some highlights of the trip. Plus, more of Oscar asks me anything where we delve into the philosophy of excellence versus consistency, the Barbie movie, and more!

I always love these conversations with Oscar and for those that tune into YouTube we have now decided to stretch and work on mobility while conversing in case you are interested in watching us online.

344. Greg Rucka on unions, social media and advocacy

It’s another episode of The Mimi and Greg Show! It’s been a while since we’ve had a true Rucka-Rant…well, prepare yourself, Rucka goes all in during this episode.

335. AAPI History is now required in Florida education. Here’s how I did it.

Sifu Mimi Chan shares the behind the scenes work on how the Make Us Visible Florida AAPI history bill successfully passed in Florida.

328. Yuh Line Niou on the immigrant reality, politics and being a change maker

Yuh-Line Niou is a former New York State assembly member for the 65th district and an overall incredible human. I had the pleasure of speaking with Yuh-Line about her immigrant reality and experience growing up in small towns in Idaho, Oregon and Texas.

323. Phil Jimenez on the political landscape, tribalism and social media

Phil Jimenez is an Eisner, Inkpot, Diamond and Wizard-award-winning writer and artist who has worked for DC Entertainment, Marvel Entertainment, and a host of other comic book companies for nearly 30 years.

321. My birthday, AAPI history bill and advocacy

My birthday, AAPI history bill and advocacy

Happy birthday to me! In time for Lunar New Year, HB 287 and SB 294 were filed in Florida on January 19, 2023. I’ve been working on this bill for almost 2 years now. It’s been a process.

314. Best of: Sifu Mimi Chan on kung fu training, fundamentals and patience

In this episode I am answering some listener questions on my kung fu journey and the secret to improving kung fu! I also share some personal stories about growing up with my father, Grandmaster Pui Chan, as my teacher. Listen on for all the answers.