Best Stop Aapi Hate Podcasts (2025)

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Stop AAPI Hate and Asian American Churches 22:39

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Dr. Russell Jeung, a professor of Asian American Studies at San Francisco State University, was a co-founder of Stop AAPI Hate, which documents anti-Asian racist incidences during COVID-19 and beyond. In this episode, he discusses what prompted him to start Stop AAPI Hate. He combines his scholarship on Asian American studies with his long-time act…

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Queer Biblical Interpretation and the Metropolitan Community Church 29:31

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Dr. Mona West, a leading queer biblical scholar and Metropolitan Community Church pastor, discusses how the Trump administration policies seek to drive a wedge in the LGBTQI+ community. Citing from the work of Judith Butler, she cautions that the LGBTQI+ community must learn to listen to and stand in solidarity with one another. She recalls the beg…

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Fighting for Justice as a Defense Lawyer and Seminary Professor 25:13

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Dr. Teresa L. Smallwood is a public theologian and Academic Dean at United Lutheran Seminary in Philadelphia. She discusses her book Public Theology and Violent Rhetoric Examined in a Queer Womanist Critical Ethnography. Before studying theology, Dr. Smallwood was a criminal defense lawyer for over two decades. She shares her reflections on the pus…

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How to Start a Podcast 55:36

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Dr. Kwok Pui Lan started her podcast Kwok ‘n’ Roll in February 2025 and produced 20 episodes. She teams up with SueAnn Shiah, a Taiwanese American songwriter, podcast producer, and filmmaker, to discuss what to consider if you want to start a podcast. They discuss the content and structure of the podcast, the editing and technical aspects, and dist…

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Economic Justice, Capitalocene, and Political Movements 31:14

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Dr. Joerg Rieger is a distinguished professor of theology and directs the Wendland-Cook Program in Religion and Justice at Vanderbilt University Divinity School. He revisited the book Christ and Empire, which he published 18 years ago, and discussed the concept of Capitalocene. He emphasized how capitalism has created not only economic inequity but…

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To Be Queer and Spiritual 25:15

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SueAnn Shiah, a Taiwanese American podcast producer and filmmaker, discusses the challenges of growing up as a queer person searching for a spiritual home. She is a seminarian preparing for ordination in the Presbyterian Church USA. She shares her vision of combining her career in music and ministry. She has produced the album “A Liturgy for the Pe…

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What Is Quantitative Study of Women in World Christianity 26:50

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Dr. Gina A. Zurlo teaches at Harvard Divinity School and has published the pioneering book Women in World Christianity using interdisciplinary, sociological, and historical approaches. She is also the author of Global Christianity and coauthor of World Christian Encyclopedia. In this episode, she talks about how she started doing quantitative analy…

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How to Read the Bible as Asian Americans 23:28

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Dr. Roger Nam teaches the Hebrew Bible at Candler School of Theology, Emory University. He teaches a course on The Bible and Asia America for college and master students. He points out that biblical figures such as Adam and Eve, Abraham, Issac, Joseph, Esther, and Ruth have to migrate to foreign lands. The Bible addresses issues such as identity, c…

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How to Become Entrepreneurs as Racial Minorities 31:05

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Jiwan Dhaliwal graduated with an MDiv degree and is a global business and career coach. As a child of immigrants to Canada, she shares how she uses what she learned at a divinity school to create her own business. Jiwan coaches immigrants from racial minority communities to use their skills and talents to help others and change the world. She revea…

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How the Book of Revelation Shaped American Immigration 27:21

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Dr. Yii-Jan Lin became the first person of Asian descent to receive tenure at Yale Divinity School in 2024. She discussed gender, race, and biblical studies in this episode. She has used innovative approaches to studying the Bible. Her first book, The Erotic Life of Manuscripts, discusses New Testament criticism and the biological sciences, while h…

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How Racial Capitalism Affects Asian American Politics 26:09

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Dr. Jonathan Tran, a Vietnamese American Christian ethicist at Baylor University, argues that race and racism must be understood in the larger political economy that gives rise to it. He draws on Augustine and Aquinas and contemporary scholars such as Michel Foucault, Stanley Hauerwas, Vincent Lloyd, and Kwok Pui Lan to develop his theological ethi…

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Standing Up: Your Rights with ICE and Law Enforcement! 10:23

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Join us for an essential discussion on understanding your rights when interacting with law enforcement and immigration authorities. Whether facing a police stop, an ICE encounter, or another law enforcement interaction, knowing your rights can make all the difference. Legal experts will provide clear, actionable information to help you stay informe…

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Navigating the Early Days of the Trump Administration 2.0 24:14

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In this first episode of the Engaged Communities Series, moderator and civil rights attorney Sufyan Sohel leads a timely discussion with Amol Sinha, Executive Director of ACLU of New Jersey whose chapter is currently involved in the Mahmoud Khalil's high-profile immigration case and Kalpana Peddibhotla, Executive Director of South Asian American Ju…

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From Feminist Theology to Planetary Theology 41:46

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Dr. Catherine Keller recently published No Matter What: Crisis and the Spirit of Planetary Possibility. She discusses her theological trajectory from focusing on gender to making the connections with race, class, species, and the whole planet. Influenced by John Cobb’s process theology, Keller has written groundbreaking theology on the apocalypse, …

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Personhood: The New War over Reproductive Rights and Justice 44:01

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What’s next for the battle over abortion? In this lecture, Mary Ziegler argues that undoing Roe v. Wade was never the endpoint for the antiabortion movement. Since the 1960s, the goal has been to secure recognition of fetuses and embryos as persons under the 14th Amendment, making abortion unconstitutional. The battle for personhood also aims to ov…

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What the Environment Teaches Us about Prayer and Worship 27:15

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Since he started learning from the environment, Dr. Claudio Carvalhaes, professor of worship at Union Theological Seminary in New York, has changed his teaching, research, and preaching. In one class, he asked students to wait till they heard a bird sing before the class started. He wrote the play, When Wajcha Meets Pachamama, which won the most cr…

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Climate Emergency and Faith-based Activism 27:16

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Dr. Cynthia Moe-Lobeda, who teaches at the Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary and the Graduate Theological Union, asks us to wake up to the climate crisis on Earth Day 2025. She has worked at the intersection of climate justice, economy, and race and is a leader about the environment in ecumenical circles. She offers wisdom from the Bible about …

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Race, Black History, and Pentecostalism 28:27

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Dr. Clifton Clarke, a Pentecostal church leader, theologian, and global empowerment strategist, discusses race, Black history, and the current suppression of Critical Race Theory. He explains why Pentecostalism appeals to people worldwide and the importance of developing Black Pentecostal theology. As a coach for global leadership, he argues that f…

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What Can the Early Theologians Teach Us Today? 25:39

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Dr. Gabrielle Thomas, who teaches early Christianity and Anglican Studies at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, discusses what we can learn from early theologians, such as Gregory of Nazianzus, to face our tumultuous time. She talks about how she combines her role as an Anglican priest and a scholar. She has interviewed women serving in …

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Introduction to the Engaged Communities Series 5:42

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Welcome to the Engaged Communities Series! Meet our moderator, Sufiyan Sohel, and the founders of SAAJCO and SAAPRI who in partnership present the Engaged Communities Series—a multimedia initiative running from April 2025 to March 2026. Each podcast episode will delve deep into exploring your rights, unpacking hate and discrimination toward the Sou…

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Jewish Resistance to the Genocide of Palestinians 35:19

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Dr. Atalia Omer, Professor of Religion, Conflict, and Peace Studies at the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, University of Notre Dame, discusses why the Esther Project appropriates the Jewish Story of Esther and weaponizes antisemitism. She discusses the roots of Jewish solidarity with Palestinians and her comparative study of religio…

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Book Panel on "Sheets of Scattered Sand" about Cantonese Protestants by Justin Tse 49:17

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Dr. Justin K. H. Tse's book captures the voices of Cantonese Protestant Christians from the San Francisco, Vancouver, and Hong Kong metropolitan areas as they reflect on their efforts to adapt to secular communities while retaining their identity and beliefs. It makes a critical contribution to the study of transpacific Christianity. Panelists incl…

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Liberating Spiritualities in the Americas 25:18

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Dr. Christopher D. Tirres of Santa Clara University discusses the relationship between spirituality and social change through the works of six visionary thinkers in the Americas, including Christian theologians and secular intellectuals. Their decolonial stance, spiritual activism, and praxis have particular relevance in today's United States and g…

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Indigenous Leadership in the Anglican Communion 14:30

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Dr. Jenny Te Paa Daniel, former Te Ahorangi or Principal at St Johns Anglican Theological College in Auckland, Aotearoa/New Zealand, discusses the New Zealand Prayer Book and the contextualization of liturgy within the Anglican Communion. She argues that decolonizing theological education is critical for training the next generation of leaders. Lis…

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Empathy and Peacebuilding 34:06

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As a public intellectual and experienced mediator, Dr. Najeeba Syeed has promoted peacebuilding in colleges and universities, religious organizations, community events, and conflictual situations. She emphasizes the cultivation of empathy in interfaith encounters and active listening and shares her challenges as a Muslim woman engaging in public sc…

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Art and Spiritual Resilience 15:07

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Episcopal priest and multimedia artist the Rev. Karen B. Montagno discusses art as an expression of the soul and the use of art in worship and liturgy. She also describes her involvement in the group Mom Demands Justice after a friend was shot by her husband. The group promotes awareness, provides education for communities, and lobbies the governme…

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Catholic Feminist Meets the Moment with Mary E. Hunt 22:26

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Catholic feminist Dr. Mary E. Hunt, co-founder and co-director of Women's Alliance for Theology, Ethics, and Ritual (WATER), shares wisdom from decades of activism around reproductive justice, LGBTQ issues, anti-racism, and the environmental crisis. She says we must stand up against the Trump administration's chaos and injustice and take action. Vi…

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The Politics of Jesus with Miguel A. De La Torre 21:03

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President Trump's executive orders and policies have challenged democratic institutions and global affairs. In this episode, Dr. Miguel A. De La Torre, a Christian social ethicist and scholar-activist, discusses decolonial Christianity and the politics of Jesus for our challenging time. Listen wherever you get your podcasts Watch full episodes on Y…

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A Time for Change Now with Rev. Dr. Bernice King 55:40

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Rev. Dr. Bernice A. King is a global thought leader, peace advocate, and CEO of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center), which was founded by her mother as the official living memorial to the life, work, and legacy of her father, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As part of the Helen Edition Lecture Series, Dr. Ki…

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Is Housing a Human Right? 1:24:54

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The dramatic housing shortage in California affects millions of residents and leads thousands to homelessness. The 2024 Arthur N. Rupe Great Debate addresses this issue by asking, “Is Housing a Human Right?” If so, our state faces a massive undertaking. Experts with diverse specialties and experiences wrestle with some of our biggest challenges. Ho…

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Challenging Hate: How to Stop Anti-AAPI Violence and Bias 1:21:53

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Sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities across the country have been subjected to increased hate incidents, including verbal harassment, civil rights violations, and physical assaults. Since its founding in March 2020, thousands of incidents have been reported to the Stop AAPI Hate coalition. Manjush…

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Visualizing Abolition is Changing the Narrative Linking Prisons to Justice 2:32

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The Visualizing Abolition Initiative seeks to change the narrative linking prisons to justice, contributing instead to the unfolding collective story and alternative imagining underway to create a future free of prisons. The initiative is a collaborative effort with artists, scholars, poets, lawyers and activists, and through public exhibitions and…

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Human Rights Defender: A Life in Education and Advocacy with Eva Pacheco 24:04

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Eva Pacheco's journey as an advocate for quality bilingual education programs and parental engagement within school communities began with her experiences as a teacher in Mexico. When she moved to the US, she noticed the limitations of the American school system in supporting bilingual learners like her own children, who had limited resources.Deter…

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Voices of Dignity: Human Rights in Schools 38:51

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What does "dignity at work" mean for educators and school staff? What are the primary challenges faced by school faculty and staff? How can administrators and decision-makers effectively address these issues? Join Jeffrey M. Siminoff from Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, along with Guadalupe Carrasco Cardona from Roybal Learning Center and Timothy S…

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Human Rights in Education 43:14

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Did you know that the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals directly reflect human rights standards? Dr. Leighangela Brady, superintendent of National School District, shares how her district brings these goals and human rights work into the classroom, addressing real world problems with engaging learning opportunities. Series: "Education Ch…

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Turning Trauma into Purpose: Michelle Li's Journey as a Korean Adoptee and TV Journalist 1:02:02

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How do you turn trauma into purpose? This AAPI Heritage Month, get ready to be inspired as Michelle Li, TV journalist and Co-Founder of the #VeryAsian Foundation, opens up about her healing journey as a Korean adoptee and author. She's faced the "double shame" of not feeling Asian enough or American enough, and dealt with the trauma of racism both …

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Modern, Ambitious Women Unsubscribing from Self-Doubt with Neha Ruch | AAPI Heritage Month & Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 54:53

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In honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week and AAPI Heritage Month, host Vanessa talks with Neha Ruch, Founder of Mother Untitled, about choosing yourself, unsubscribing from judgements and self-doubt, and finding growth and clarity in times of transition. As modern, ambitious, Asian American women raising mixed-race families, Neha and Vanes…

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AAPI Healing Session | Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay 46:53

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Join Vanessa Shiliwala and special guest Leslie Lew as we hold space for AAPI community healing in the aftermath of Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay shootings. It's a raw, honest session as we struggle to process grief alongside joy during Lunar New Year, which is supposed to be a time of celebration, community and joy. We talk about the intersectio…

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Asian Women Rising: Nancy Luong on Breaking Bamboo Ceilings in Tech, Immigrant Dads, and Money Myths in a "Bling Empire" World 44:49

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Vanessa interviews Nancy Luong, a senior marketing leader at Salesforce, author of "How We Got Here", and recently crowned Ms. Southern California 2023. We talk about why allyship is the key to breaking the Bamboo Ceiling and Glass Ceiling, healing intergenerational trauma with immigrant parents, and busting money and success myths in a “Bling Empi…

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The “Busy” Trap: Dr. Jenny Wang on Navigating Anxiety, Anger, and Uncertainty 1:11:09

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What happens when society is OK with Asian women feeling anxious - but not angry? Perhaps we find comfort with hyperproductivity - until it leads to anxiety, burnout, and rage. “Busyness is an addiction to urgency,” says Dr. Jenny T. Wang, PH.D, a Taiwanese American psychologist, founder of @asiansformentalhealth and author of Permission to Come Ho…

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That's All Folks! 46:44

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Cannot thank you enough for all of your support! Follow us on our socials @itsbrianpark and @ymmayer! Don't be a stranger and come see us perform at a live show.By Youngmi Mayer & Brian Park

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Major Feelings (feat. Cathy Park Hong, Poet) 1:06:29

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It’s the penultimate episode, ahh! There’s no better guest to go through all the feelings that come from it than poet, writer, and author of the widely acclaimed book Minor Feelings, Cathy Park Hong! We talk to her about life after writing the most essential book of our generation on Asian Americans, and how her writing and research have informed h…

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Looking Back 1:02:45

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Take a trip down memory lane with us. We look back on our first episode of this podcast and reflect on how far we've come :') Follow us at @itsbrianpark, @ymmayer and @feelingasianpodcast. Thank you!By Youngmi Mayer & Brian Park

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They Want Our Money, But Not Us (Vanessa Hong, Influencer) 1:07:24

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Haute Pod Episode! We have fashion influencer and creative director Vanessa Hong on this week to tell it like it is about the world of fashion. We unpack "influencer" and what it really means today; how the fashion industry responds to a new generation of eco-friendly, socially conscious consumers; and whether fashion has truly reached any equity f…

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An Important Announcement 49:14

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Hi everyone, it's a solo episode because we have an important announcement. Please listen!By Youngmi Mayer & Brian Park

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Bend It Like Jeremy Lin (feat. Frank Chi, 38 at The Garden) 1:00:01

3y ago1:00:01

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We know…it’s about time we did a sports episode!! This week we are honored to have director Frank Chi on the pod to discuss his latest documentary, 38 at the Garden, out now on HBO! We talk about the new film, Linsanity, and the impact of Jeremy Lin’s history-making NBA run on us and New York. We also hear about Frank’s career turn from politics to…

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Trying To Be Badasses For No Reason (feat. Kim Chi, Drag Queen) 56:03

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You’ll be absolutely gagged to hear that Kim Chi is our special guest this week! You may know her from her incredible run on RuPaul’s Drag Race or her beauty line, but her story behind the performance is so intricate, relatable, and delightful. We talk to Kim Chi about her experience on the show, being able to tour as a part of her career, and the …

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Lincoln's Greatest Speech: The Second Inaugural Address 51:31

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On March 4th, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln delivered his Second Inaugural Address. He considered it his “greatest speech” and his “best effort." Join Academy Award-winning actor Richard Dreyfuss and best-selling Lincoln biographer Dr. Ronald C. White for a fascinating look at the Second Inaugural Address. Through a powerful, fascinating voyage o…

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Receiving As An Act Of Service 59:34

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This week we discuss our shifting roles as creatives and how we're adapting our inner and outer selves to the subsequent public perception. All that to say, we're leaning in and hope you'll join us! Also we dive deep into our childhood crushes. Have fun listening to this one, and be sure to follow us at @feelingasianpodcast on Instagram and TikTok!…

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Corner Office Scam (feat. Delia Cai, Vanity Fair) 57:38

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Did you know there’s such a thing as the Internet whisperer? We have her on the pod this week! Delia Cai is a senior correspondent at Vanity Fair, covering culture and celebrity with a knack for understanding Gen Z trends. We talk to her about NYFW, corporate try-hards, and her forthcoming novel Central Places. We also predict cultural trends with …