Best Apida Podcasts (2025)

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A Conversation with New York Times Bestselling Writer, Producer, Speaker, and Author of The Vale, Abigail Hing Wen 29:28

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 36! Our guest this episode is the New York Times bestselling author Abigail Hing Wen. She’s probably best known for the book Loveboat, Taipei and its two companion novels Loveboat Reunion and Loveboat Forever, as well as Kisses, Codes, and Conspiracies. Her latest work is The Vale which will be released on September 16t…

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Off-Planet transmission 016: soccer_oscars_dynasty 52:21

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016: soccer_oscars_dynasty Soccer holds unrivalled notoriety on Earth, it is so popular that even we are familiar, with pockets of fans watching reruns of old matches via their Inter-dimensional Communication Array. I have never understood the appeal, however subject A’s ideas for revamping the game certainly piqued my interest. Dynamism and astoni…

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The History of API Garment Workers and the Labor Movement... Stitching Resistance 15:35

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 35! In today's episode, we confront the stereotype that Asian Pacific Islanders are docile or apolitical—and replace it with powerful stories of immigrant women sewing their way into labor history. We shine a spotlight on the garment industry’s deepest struggles—from the grueling piecework and unsafe conditions to the s…

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A Conversation with Litigator, Speaker, Friendship Expert, and Author of Table for 51, Shari Leid 27:48

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 34! Before reading Table for 51, we had no idea what a “Friendship Expert” was. After meeting Shari Leid for this episode’s conversation, we think everyone could use a Friendship Expert! Her newest book, Table for 51, shares her journey on the 50 States Project, where she committed to having a meal and conversation with…

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A Conversation with Writer, Podcast Host, and Author of Breaking Into New Hollywood, Ada Tseng 59:27

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 33! Our guest today is Ada Tseng. She’s a journalist, editor, podcaster, runner, wellness advocate and karaoke enthusiast. She is the co-author of the new book Breaking Into New Hollywood: A Career Guide to a Changing Industry. It just came out on August 12 2025, and it’s co-written with Jon Healey and published by the …

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A Conversation with the Author of Tic-Tac-Toe Chicken Kimberly Tso 38:43

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 32! We love having conversations with a lot of amazing authors of a lot of fabulous books. It’s even more fun when we’re able to invite an amazing author who’s also a long-time friend or family member. So this episode is exciting for us because our guest is Kimberly Tso, the author of the new picture book Tic-Tac-Toe Ch…

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A Conversation with Writer, Producer, Director, and Author of Transplants Daniel Tam-Claiborne 40:32

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 31! Our guest today is Daniel Tam-Claiborne, a writer, multimedia producer, and nonprofit director. His latest work is the novel Transplants released by Simon & Schuster. It’s a coming of age story following two young women—Lin, who is Chinese and Liz, who is Chinese American. They’re both navigating the journey to find…

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A Conversation with the Author and Illustrator of We're Different and It's Totally Cool, Camey Yeh 26:29

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 30! Today’s guest is Camey Yeh, an established artist who has a cute and whimsical artistic style. Her latest work is her first picture book entitled We’re Different and It’s Totally Cool, published by Crown Books for Young readers. It was released on July 22nd, 2025. Camey is a Taiwanese American artist and author, and…

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A Conversation with Award-winning Educator, Researcher, and Author Gordon H Chang 48:30

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 29! Today we’re joined by a true icon in the world of academia—Professor Gordon H. Chang. A celebrated historian, Professor Chang is both the Olive H. Palmer Professor in Humanities and a Professor of History at Stanford University. He’s also a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. We’re honored to speak …

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A Conversation with Award-winning Investigative Journalist, Editor, and the Author of Strangers in the Land Michael Luo 37:53

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 28! In this episode, we sit down with Michael Luo, the award-winning journalist, editor, and author of Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America. Currently an executive editor at The New Yorker, Michael writes extensively on politics, religion, and Asian American issues. B…

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A Conversation with Professor and Award-winning Author of L.A. Coroner Anne Soon Choi 42:46

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 27! We have been known to be obsessed with true crime stories. So we were really excited to read L.A. Coroner: Thomas Noguchi and Death in Hollywood by Professor Anne Soon Choi and published by Third State Books. And we were even more excited when Anne visited us as a guest. Professor Choi is the Interim Associate Direc…

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The History of the Secret War in Laos, Part 1 19:00

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 26! With the fall of Saigon happening about 50 years ago, it’s important to recognize related additional moments in the history of Asians and Asian Americans. We’re talking about the Secret War in Laos which was closely tied to the Vietnam War. This will be Part 1 of 2 on the topic. Laos is in Southeast Asia, a key regi…

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A Conversation with Actress, Writer, Director Olivia Cheng Part 2 32:11

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 25! We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with the very talented Olivia Cheng. Last week, in Part 1 of the conversation, we mainly focused on Olivia’s acting career. In this episode, we pivot to her work behind the camera as a writer, director, and producer. Olivia shares how she was motivated to write and direct h…

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A Conversation with Actress, Writer, Director Olivia Cheng Part 1 33:10

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 24! In this episode, we have Part 1 of a Conversation with Olivia Cheng, a storyteller known predominantly for her acting, but beginning to make waves with her writing, directing, and producing. Originally from Edmonton, Olivia’s acting credits include playing Mei Lin in Marco Polo on Netflix, Ah Toy in Warrior on Cinem…

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The History of the Aloha Shirt 25:48

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 23! It’s hard to find any other apparel that signifies vacation more than a Hawaiian shirt AKA an Aloha shirt. It’s not just a symbol of going on vacation, for some it means being part of the ska community, hanging out at a tiki bar, relaxing at get togethers, and even just dressing up for “casual Friday.” But what is t…

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APCC x SOL: The Intersection Between Being a QTBIPOC Student (w/ Leah Wright and Maddie Wusstig) 58:07

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For our final episode of Making Waves for the season, we've brought on SOL representatives Leah Wright and Maddie Wusstig to showcase what exactly the SOL organization is and how it helps bridge the intersection between being LGBTQ+ and a person of color within the cultural centers at OSU.By KBVR-FM

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A Conversation with Two Stars of the Wedding Banquet Bobo Le and Jeremy Hoffman 28:56

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Photo credit for Bobo: Kristine Cofsky Photography Photo credit for Jeremy: Studio Aviva Welcome to Season 5, Episode 22! It’s a 2-for-1 episode! Today we have a two of the stars of the re-imagination of The Wedding Banquet, Bobo Le and Jeremy Hoffman. This modernized version of the Ang Lee’s classic film is written and directed by Andrew Ahn. Bobo…

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Off-Planet transmission 015: wrath_extrusion_cartoons 43:45

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015: wrath_extrusion_cartoons It was a tempestuous start to the latest meeting between our subjects, the origin of the anger was not divulged but we were given some insight into how the pair process such emotion. Mostly this involves the destruction of inanimate objects, such as stationary and gaming peripherals, a rather primal and futile coping m…

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A Conversation about the 2025 STAATUS Index with TAAF Chief Programs Officer Georgette Bhathena 24:26

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 21! We’re really honored to have today’s guest Georgette Bhathena, the Chief Programs Officer at The Asian American Foundation. She’s here to talk to us about the 2025 STAATUS Index, AKA (Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the United States). Georgette has extensive work experience in the philanthropy and grant-makin…

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Meet the Center Director: Phillip "Lipo" Sinapati! 1:02:52

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In this week's very special episode, we’re joined by Lipo Sinapati, director of the Asian & Pacific Cultural Center! Tune in to hear his journey to becoming the center director, and the importance of creating a strong cultural community.By KBVR-FM

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A Conversation about the Six Chinese Survivors of the Titanic with Award-winning Editor and Author Steven Schwankert 51:38

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 20! The Titanic sank over 110 years ago, but people are still fascinated with the disaster. This is especially true when there are new stories that come out about The RMS Titanic that are relatable or pique our curiosity. Hearing about the eight Chinese nationals who were on the Titanic as passengers and the six who sur…

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PIA x IBP: IBPIA Takeover!!! 46:56

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It's time for the IBPIA takeover!!! Join the Pacific Islander Association (PIA) and Isang Bansang Pilipino (IBP) at OSU for some inside info on what it's like being a club member and officer! Listen to our guest speakers Jayden Castaneda (IBP Co-President), Skye Bala (IBP Intern), and Tutasi Willy (PIA Pasifika Coordinator) as they share their expe…

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A Conversation with Award-winning Eco-Entrepeneur and Author of Sun & Ssukgat Michelle Jungmin Bang 37:35

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 19! Health and wellbeing are so important to people who want to live a more productive and fulfilling life. So it’s such a thrill that today’s guest is Michelle Jungmin Bang who is an award-winning eco-entrepreneur, Chivas Venture Social Impact Fellow, and Harvard Business School graduate who spent 16 years living in As…

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Mysterious Cases of Oregon (w/ Tihani Mitchell and Jayden Castaneda) 1:10:38

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In this week's episode join our discussion as we research a missing person's case with guest speakers Tihani Mitchell and Jayden Casteneda, then ending it off with our traumas around food.By KBVR-FM

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A Conversation with Actor and Daily Show Correspondent Troy Iwata, Part 2 26:29

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 18! We’re back with Part two of A Conversation with Actor and Daily Show Correspondent Troy Iwata. This very talented singer and actor joined us last episode to talk about deciding on entertainment as his passion, performing on Broadway on Be More Chill, being on the feel good Netflix holiday series Dash & Lily, getting…

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Dealing with being Homesick (w/ Ashley Tran) 34:58

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In this short and sweet episode of Making Waves join the cast (and returning guest speaker, Ashley Tran!) in how they deal with being homesick, family wackiness, and what they all look forward to this upcoming summer season!By KBVR-FM

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A Conversation with Actor and Daily Show Correspondent Troy Iwata, Part 1 25:19

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 17! The Daily Show is one of our favorite shows for so many reasons… hilarious segments, a diverse cast, and awesome writing are just a few reasons. The Daily Show is also where so many people have been introduced to the very talented Troy Iwata. Troy is, of course, also known for several other things that include his r…

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A Conversation with Award-Winning Investigative Journalist Vicky Nguyen 21:56

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 16! April 30, 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. So we’re excited that our conversation today is with Vicky Nguyen, an award-winning NBC News Daily anchor and Senior Consumer Investigative Correspondent. She can be seen regularly on The TODAY Show, NBC Nightly News, and NBC News NOW. And that’s not a…

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Stories of Immigration and Adapting to America (w/ Ashley Tran) 1:11:54

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Join the team and guest speaker Ashley Tran, a Community Relations Representative at the Asian & Pacific Cultural Center, as they talk about how their families immigrated to America, the struggles of adapting to American culture, and how coming from immigrant families have affected their lives.By KBVR-FM

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The History of Lau v Nichols and Bilingual Education in the U.S. 20:59

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 15! When it comes to Supreme Court decisions that impacted the classroom, most people know about Brown v Board of Education. A lesser known landmark decision was also very impactful in schools across the U.S. We’re talking about Lau v Nichols… a case that influenced the interpretation of Title VI and how U.S. schools ne…

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A Conversation with Food Content Creator and Lao Cuisine Champion Chef Saeng Douangdara 32:09

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 14! Our guest today is Chef Saeng Douangdara. He’s a food content creator, social media star, and soon-to-be cookbook author. Saeng specializes in Lao cuisine. A first-generation Lao American, he left a job in counseling to pursue his passion for teaching Lao cuisine. A trip back to Laos helped him reconnect with his ro…

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Fun Miscellaneous Topics (w/ Moani Tiare Atay) 38:43

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Join the cast and a new guest speaker: Moani Tiare Atay, a Leadership Liaison at the APCC, as they discuss various fun topics such as will you survive scenarios, hot takes, and dream lives!By KBVR-FM

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The History and Career of Walter Tin Kit Achiu 20:03

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 13! Have you heard of Walter Tin Kit Achiu? He was the first Native Hawaiian and first Asian American to play in the National Football League. Although his career was groundbreaking, he’s largely been forgotten over time. In this episode, we talk about his life, his football career, and what he did after he finished pla…

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A Conversation with Storyteller, Author, and Activist Nancy Wang of Eth-Noh-Tec 28:53

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 12! Today’s conversation is with the amazing storyteller, activist, performer, and co-founder of the multicultural storytelling theater group Eth-Noh-Tec. Along with her real-life partner Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo, Nancy co-founded Eth-Noh-Tec with a commitment to the preservation, revival, and performance of Asian and Asia…

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The History of Dumplings 25:43

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 11! We love dumplings, and we’re not alone in that opinion. We’re talking about asian dumplings… boiled, steamed, pan-fried, or deep-fried, there are a variety of dumplings all across Asia, and they are not only delicious but represent culture, family, and history. In this episode, we discuss the history of dumplings, s…

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Names, Parents, and Childhood Homes 48:08

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Welcome back to Making Waves! Come and join us this week as we explore the meaning of our names, our experiences in growing up with APIDA parents, siblings, and childhood homes, as well as a segment on each of our favorite boba spots!By KBVR-FM

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Another Conversation with Award-Winning Comic Book Artist and Writer Sarah Myer Part 2 32:32

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 10! This is Part 2 of Another Conversation with Award-Winning Comic Book Artist and Writer Sarah Myer. Last week (S05E09) we brought you part 1. In this episode, we continue to focus on Cheer Up, Michael!, and Sarah shares how they researched for the series, gives us a few spoilers for future chapters of the story, talk…

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Another Conversation with Award-Winning Comic Book Artist and Writer Sarah Myer Part 1 30:46

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 9! Our returning guest is Sarah Myer, the amazing, award-winning comic book artist and writer who is probably best known for her critically acclaimed and recognized graphic memoir, Monstrous: A Transracial Adoption Story, published by First Second Books. However, they show their skills on so many other titles as well, i…

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High School Life and the Transition to College 42:42

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Making Waves is back again with season 5! Join us for the first episode of the new season as we talk about what life was like during our high school years and how the transition was like to college.By KBVR-FM

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The History of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in America 22:14

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 8! Today’s episode impacts AANHPI communities, but it’s not necessarily solely focuses on our history. We’re going to talk about The History of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This is an extremely scary topic to some people… especially the leaders of the Republican Party in the U.S. If you believe what they rant about…

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A Conversation with Fajer Saeed Ebrahim Senior Policy Manager at NAPAWF 32:05

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 7! Today’s guest is Fajer Saeed Ebrahim, a Senior Policy Manager at the National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum, AKA NAPAWF. If you’re a longtime listener, then you’ll remember we were fortunate enough to bring in Sydelle Barreto, the Policy Manager NAPAWF to talk about Clocking Inequality back on Season 4, Episod…

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The History of Egg Foo Young 24:53

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 6! Today we’re talking about food (one of our favorite recurring themes). Specifically we’re going to talk about Egg Foo Young, a popular staple in Chinese American restaurants for generations. Egg Foo Young may not be as popular now as it used to be, but it still has a special place in the history of the Chinese diaspo…

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A Conversation with Award-winning Architect and Accidental Historian Peter Tao Part 2 28:31

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 5! If you didn’t hear the last episode, then go do it! S05E04 is Part 1 of this conversation with Peter Tao, one of the co-founders of the award-winning architectural design firm in St. Louis, TAO + LEE Associates, Inc. In this episode, we continue our conversation with Peter, AKA The Accidental Historian, and we talk m…

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A Conversation with Award-winning Architect and Accidental Historian Peter Tao Part 1 24:23

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 4! Peter Tao and his real life partner Helen Lee are the force behind TAO + LEE Associates, Inc. an award winning St. Louis based design firm. They provide Architectural, Planning, Interiors, and Creative Design services for a diversity of project types, sizes & applications. Their projects have been built both domestic…

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The History of Mahjong Part 2 28:13

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 3! We’re back with Part 2 of The History of Mahjong. Last episode we talked about the games origins and how it came to America. In this episode, we discuss the rise of Jewish-American Mah-Jongg and how it was standardized and simplified in America by the National Mah-Jongg League. We also take time to talk about cultura…

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The History of Mahjong Part 1 24:42

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 2! Most people are familiar with the game of Mahjong. Maybe their family or community plays it or maybe they’ve just seen it in the movies or TV. But most people have seen the tiles and heard the clacking. This is part 1 of a 2 part series on The History of Mahjong. In this episode, we talk about the origin of Mahjong, …

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A Conversation with Co-Founder of Third State Books Stephanie Lim 46:00

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 1! Happy New Year everyone! The Gregorian New Year, to be specific because the Lunar New Year is right around the corner… A new calendar year means a new season of our podcast. For our first episode of the new season, we want to highlight one of our favorite publishers, Third State Books. To do that, we’ve invited the C…

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Season 4 Year in Review 20:31

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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 53! This is it! Our Season 4 year in review. In this episode we talk about the following… "Interesting topics we hope people listen to”. These are topics that need way more attention. E48 and E49, The History of Chinese Exclusion Laws in Canada, Part 1 and Part 2 E46, The History of Asian American Clubs and the Punk Roc…

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Off-Planet transmission 014: beards_records_superstition 44:13

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014: beards_records_superstition Subject A has experienced a period of boredom, forcing him to seek new ways of occupying himself in the pod. To maintain our mandate, we have not provided any additional forms of entertainment, which appears to have inspired his creative side. We have witnessed examples of vanity many times during our multiple trial…

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ICYMI Encore Episode of Christmas Traditions in Asia and the Pacific Islands 29:57

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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 52! Happy Holidays! This is an ICYMI Encore Episode of S03E49, Christmas Traditions in Asia and the Pacific Islands. Christmas is a holiday that can be celebrated in a religious or secular way. So how is it celebrated in Asia and the Pacific Islands? In this episode, we discuss some of the unique traditions and foods yo…