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200: “Lifelines” with Dr. Leana Wen

2021-09-1141:45

Dr. Leana Wen returns to the pod (previous appearance episode 145) to talk about her new book, “Lifelines: A Doctor’s Journey in the Fight for Public Health“, now available wherever you buy books! Subscribe: Apple Podcast| Castbox| Spotify| Stitcher| Google...

199: “Enough About Me” with Richard Lui

2021-09-0649:54

Richard Lui, breaking news anchor of NBC News and MSNBC, returns to the pod (previous appearance episode 26) to talk about his new book, “Enough About Me: The Unexpected Power of Selflessness“, now available wherever...

Rebooting Model MAJORITY Podcast

2021-08-1204:06

198: Mommy Legislator: State Senator Stephanie Chang

2021-05-1737:25

Stephanie Chang (https://twitter.com/stephanielily), State Senator of Michigan and the first Asian American woman to ever serve in the Michigan legislature, joins the podcast to talk to Kevin about her path into community organizing, public service,...

197: Should We Get A SuperPAC?

2021-05-1033:52

Kevin and Tony return to cohost a long-overdue episode, where they talk about the new Biden administration designation that formally includes “Native Hawaiians” in May heritage month for the Asian community, a cool story by...

196: Biracial Identity with Actress Jade Ma

2021-04-2340:15

Jade Ma (https://twitter.com/Jade_Y_Ma), actress who stars in “Zero Chill” on Netflix and the upcoming Marvel blockbuster, Black Widow, joins the pod to talk about her biracial upbringing, speaking up about harmful Asian stereotypes in Hollywood,...

195: Leading during COVID with Ellen Kamei

2021-03-0636:39

Ellen Kamei (https://twitter.com/mtnviewellen), Mayor of Mountain View, CA, rejoins Kevin to talk about her path to becoming mayor, how she’s leading her city through a global pandemic, and her views on the latest wave of...

194: No AAPI Cabinet Secretary!? (With Madalene Mielke)

2021-01-1939:44

Madalene Mielke (https://twitter.com/MadaleneMielke), President and CEO of Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS), returns to the podcast to talk about her frustration with no Asian American or Pacific Islander Cabinet Secretary in the...

193: Food Activism with Jenny Dorsey

2021-01-1352:46

Jenny Dorsey, a chef and activist, who founded and runs Studio ATAO, a nonprofit that creates immersive experiences at the center of food, art, and social impact, joins the podcast to talk with Kevin about...

192: Emergency Pod: Georgia Run-Off, Capitol Hill Riots

2021-01-0747:12

Kevin and Tony record an emergency pod to share thoughts and commentaries on the Georgia run-off election results and the riots happening on Capitol Hill on electoral college certification day. Sponsorship Message: the All of...

191: 2021 “Hopes and Dreams”

2021-01-0450:10

In our first episode of 2021, Jenn, Kevin and Tony re-unite to discuss the latest COVID-19 situation, vaccine distribution, and the AAPI electorate that’s becoming more influential in the Georgia special senate elections. Sponsorship Message:...

190: California Democratic Party with Jenny Bach

2020-12-0344:37

Jenny Bach (https://twitter.com/BachForCDP), Secretary of the California Democratic Party who’s running for Vice-Chair, joins Kevin to talk about her raw personal experience running for party positions as a Young Democrat, why she’s running for Vice-Chair,...

189: GenZ GOP with Jesse Lamba

2020-11-2523:09

Jesse Lamba of GenZ GOP (https://twitter.com/genzgoporg) joins the podcast to talk to Kevin about how he got involved with GenZ GOP and what is the new vision for the Republican Party this group is working...

Dr. Leana Wen (with Rock the Boat)

2020-11-2245:51

In partnership with Rock The Boat Podcast, we bring you an interview with Dr. Leana Wen, as part of a series of episodes featuring Asian American political leaders, activists, and advocates. In case you forgot,...

188: Re-activist to Activist with Actress Olivia Cheng

2020-11-1958:03

Olivia Cheng (https://twitter.com/ThatOliviaCheng), actress and activist, talks to Kevin about the ups and downs that led to her acting career, her parents, the motivations behind her vocal activism, her work in Marco Polo and Warrior,...

Congressional Candidate Qasim Rashid (with Rock the Boat)

2020-11-1737:52

In partnership with Rock The Boat Podcast, we bring you an interview with congressional candidate for Virginia’s first district, Qasim Rashid, as part of a series of episodes featuring Asian American political leaders, activists, and...

187: Election, Vaccine, Transition

2020-11-1546:27

The cohost crew (Jenn, Kevin, Tony) returns after recovering (somewhat) from the election to discuss how each person processed this election season. Jenn also provides important information on the Pfizer’s vaccine news and its various...

Assemblymember Yuh-Line Niou (with Rock the Boat)

2020-10-2935:12

In partnership with Rock The Boat Podcast, we bring you an interview with NY Assemblymember Yuh-Line Niou, as part of a series of episodes featuring Asian American political leaders, activists, and advocates for the 2020...

Senator Tammy Duckworth (with Rock the Boat)

2020-10-2129:36

In partnership with Rock The Boat Podcast, we bring you an interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth, as part of a series of episodes featuring Asian American political leaders, activists, and advocates for the 2020 election...

186: Weightlifting Out of Racism with Amazin Lethi

2020-10-1852:37

Amazin Lethi (https://twitter.com/amazinlethi) — athlete, author, and advocate — joins the podcast to share with Kevin her incredible life story: growing up in Australia as a Vietnamese transracial adoptee in a harsh environment of intense...

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