How often do you think about the connections between Asian Americans and country music? In this bonus episode, you’ll hear an excerpt from the “Asian Americana” podcast. Hosted by Quincy Surasmith, “Asian Americana” is dedicated to sharing stories that highlight Asian American culture and history. In this episode, called "Country Music for a Baan Nok Boy," you'll meet a Lao American with a complicated relationship with the genre.

Guests: Quincy Surasmith, Host of “Asian Americana”

Timothy Singratsomboune, Lao American Artist and Writer

Music: "Can't Hold Us Back," Polartropica

"The Road," Idle Hours ft. BJ Cole

"I'm On Your Side," Good Luck Ola

"Gay Asian Country Love Song," Nathan Ramos-Park

"?????????????? (Wan Thii Bo Mii Ai)," Tai Orathai

"Tai Dam Lam Phan," Ko Viseth

"Who Knows" and "Next Big Thing," Betty Soo