The Sifu Mimi Chan Show
I had the privilege of sitting down with Monica May, a radio host whose story is nothing short of inspiring. Monica’s journey began in the projects of New York, where she learned the value of hard work, resilience, and survival—qualities that would later define her remarkable career in radio. You can hear Monica on Star 94.5 hosting “Monica May’s Point Of View”.
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In a world where the narrative of beauty is often narrowly defined, 14-year-old Sumer Strawbree’s voice emerges as a powerful testament to resilience and self-love.
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It’s another episode of “The Mimi and Greg Show” where Greg Rucka tackles all the current events. This episode was recorded on August 1st.
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In this poignant episode, we reconnect with Ronald Sambrano to reflect on the aftermath of the devastating Lahaina fires one year later. The conversation sheds light on the ongoing challenges faced by the community, as the initial waves of media attention and support have faded, leaving many feeling forgotten.
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In this episode, we discuss President Biden’s recent announcement and why endorsing Kamala Harris is the right move for the future of our nation. Ready for a Rucka Rant? Well it’s more of an episode rant, as we dissect the last few days in politics.
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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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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Joining me is my friend Jason Chu, a passionate activist, and a dynamic rapper whose music serves as a platform for social change. Together, we explore the often overlooked and hard truths of history, particularly concerning the AAPI community.
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“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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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