It’s another MiOsc episode! Oscar and I reflect on our recent trip to Africa. We discuss the vibrant culture, languages, and safaris.
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399. Gordon James on Finding Passion and Building Empathy
I had the pleasure of sitting with Gordon James, a man whose life journey spans four countries—Jamaica, Kenya, the USA, and Canada. Gordon’s experiences living in such diverse places have shaped his perspective on the world. In our conversation, we explored how these experiences have fueled his passion for life, fostered empathy, and equipped him to combat racism through meaningful dialogue.
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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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398. Greg Rucka on Themes from “The Last of Us” Empathy, Humanity, and Hope
“The Last of Us” isn’t just a post-apocalyptic survival story; it’s a deep exploration of what it means to be human when the world around us is ending.
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Lions and Firecrackers and Kung fu, Oh My!
We are almost finished with the shows for Chinese New Year (CNY). It’s hard to believe in 2 days we did over 30 performances. I’m not sure why I am always surprised, because this has been our tradition… this is our culture.
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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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397. Monica May on Breaking Barriers – from the Projects to Empowering the Next Generation
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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396: Blasian Book fair Orlando
Blasian Book Fair Orlando team discusses what to expect at the upcoming event on September 14, 2024.
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395. Empowerment at Fourteen: Sumer Strawbree on Anti-Bullying, Self-Affirmations, and Embracing Your True Self
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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394. MiOsc on Wah Lum Kung Fu Tradition, Philosophy, and Snowflakes
The 1-2 combination of MiOsc is back discussing the deep-rooted philosophy of Wah Lum Kung Fu. We reflect on how its practices often clash with the individualistic mindset prevalent in Western culture.
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393. Unlocking the World of Manga and Japanese Culture with Zack Davisson
In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of Japanese manga and literature with the brilliant Zack Davisson, an esteemed translator and writer known for his insightful work on Japanese culture.
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392. Greg Rucka on the Olympics, patriotism, elections, and a sigh of relief
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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