What’s in a name? Dr. Louie Yang, also known as Dr. Louie, joins me in a conversation about cultural curiosity and the benefits of an immersive experience. In this episode, we discuss the evolution of his name and what sounds like a seemingly innocent question, where you are from. Finally, we discuss the benefits of cultural curiosity and how immersive experiences provide an understanding of another person’s story and authentic relationships.

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Laws discussed regarding Chinese immigration:

Chinese Exclusion Act

Historic contributions by Asian Americans

The Chinese-Born Engineer Who Helped Launch US Commercial Aviation

Mabel Ping-Hua Lee fought for the rights of women on two sides of the world.

Ground Breaking contributions by Asian Americans through history

Suggested Reading:

Becoming All Things: How Small Changes Lead To Lasting Connections Across Cultures

by Michelle Reyes

The Race-Wise Family: Ten Postures to Becoming Households of Healing and Hope

by Helen Lee and Michelle Ami Reyes,