The Sifu Mimi Chan Show
Thank you all for your patience. I know I missed 2 weeks of new episodes, but my hope is that you were able to check out some of the previous ones you may have missed. I mean there are over 300, and I am sure you haven’t heard ALL of them… have you?
In any case, just wanted to say thanks for hanging in there as my schedule has been challenging. Today I am sharing my life update and where we are in the AAPI history bill process.
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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.
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Happy New Year! It’s already mid January. WOW.
I planned on recording a podcast in December and then I came down with a horrible sinus allergy attack that put me out for over three weeks. Listen on for the saga that is my health for the past 2 months.
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In this episode, I discuss lineage, kung fu masters and women in Chinese martial arts. I get a lot of questions regarding my expertise in kung fu and decided to answer them on my show.
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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.
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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.
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Feminism is a word that can be very triggering for people. However, the definition is simply: the advocacy of women’s rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes.
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One of my favorite Chinese kung fu weapons is the double edge sword, or gim. If you missed my episode on the staff / stick, check it out to hear the ongoing series of the history and philosophy behind these ancient Chinese kung fu weapons.
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In this episode I discuss the history and philosophy behind one of the most ancient Chinese kung fu weapons, the stick or staff. If you decide to join me on YouTube, you’ll see some of the visuals that go along with the episode, but not to worry loyal podcast listeners, video is not necessary.
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I had the pleasure of speaking with stars Jo Koy and Lydia Gaston about their new film Easter Sunday opening on August 5th.
Jo stars as a struggling actor, comedian, and single father who returns home for an Easter celebration with his riotous, bickering, eating, laughing, and loving family, in this love letter to his Filipino-American community.
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Another solo podcast on lineage, kung fu masters and women in Chinese martial arts. I get a lot of questions regarding my expertise in kung fu and decided to answer them on my show. For those of you who do not do martial arts, the episode goes beyond just martial arts. Understanding our history and lineage is important for all of us and hopefully you will enjoy the listen!
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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Helen Hsu and Dr. Catherine Teotico about AAPI Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. We discuss the high rate of suicide amongst AAPI college students and how ways to raise awareness for mental health.
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