Executive Director of the Asian American Federation talks about the rights and wellbeing of Asian Americans and democratic engagement.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Culture, Equality, Mental Health, Multicultural, Pandemic, Racism

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With a superhero blockbuster and other animated films, Hollywood director John Aoshima brings his Japanese heritage to a global audience.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Cultre, Design, Diversity, Entertainment

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Peter Cuong Franklin, the chef of a renowned restaurant in Vietnam shares his philosophy on the modern Vietnamese cuisine he creates.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Business, Creativity, Cultre, Discovery, History, Inspiration, Regugees

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Born in Ghana, Fred Swaniker, lived across Africa and realized that good leadership is key to a nation's success.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Business, Economy, Educationm, Entrepreneur, Future

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Architect Thomas Rau designed the Dutch Pavilion for the 2025 Expo in Osaka Prefecture.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Business, Creativity, Economy, Environment, Future, Global issues, Sustainability

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The Human Library's human "books" share on topics they care about, and those who "read" ask them questions. We spoke with its founder, Ronni Abergel.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Communication, Creativity, Culture, Humanity, Inclusion, LGBTQ, Racism

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Elton Ilirjani is CEO of a company supporting LGBTQ+ inclusive workplaces.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Business, Diversity, Entrepreneur, Equality, Gender, Inclusion, LGBTQ

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Woodworker Mira Nakashima keeps her father, George Nakashima's legacy alive by creating furniture that holds the spirit of each tree.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Culture, Design, Environment, Nature, Sustainability

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Steve Pateman is fighting to make Sumo more accessible by encouraging individuals typically sidelined from sports to try it for free.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Community, Culture, Disability, Diversity, Humanity, Inclusion, Sports

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Leslie Sussan became an anti-nuclear activist after discovering her father's films of victims of the atom bomb that filmed in Japan.

Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Communication, Education, History, Humanity, Journalism

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