Someday is Here

This episode with @christineyisuh is packed with so much fire and heart. Christine is a leader to know and follow. Her writing is full of substance, empathy, and passion. You’ll be moved by an excerpt from her upcoming book about her great aunt escaping North Korea. We cover so many important topics: the model minority myth, the importance of knowing our history, shining and shrinking, and so much more. The future is bright because of leaders like Christine! Can’t wait for you to listen to our conversation!

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Instagram: @christineyisuh

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

You’re going to love this conversation with @nancywyuen, author of “Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism,” sociologist, and pop culture expert. We cover so many important and helpful topics: what it means to be 1.5, the use of identifying as Asian American, #oscarssowhite, the importance of role models, practical components and steps for organizations seeking to make true change, #representationmatters, and so much more. Nancy is a brilliant thinker and communicator and a great leader worth following. Can’t wait for you to listen to this episode!

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Twitter: @nancywyuen

Instagram: @nancywyuen

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CreditsSound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos StudiosMusic: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net ProductionsExecutive Producer: Chantel RunnelsDesign: Jocelyn Chung

“Going for Gratitude” | The postponement of the Tokyo summer olympics made it possible for me to meet and have a conversation with Larnie Boquiren, the Sports Medicine Manager for the USA Women’s Water Polo team. We talked about her Filipino heritage, her path to becoming an athletic trainer, as well as having perspective and gratitude for what we have.

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Follow along Larnie with the USA Women’s Water Polo Team’s Instagram: @womenswp_usa

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

“Every, Some and None” | Author, speaker and activist Dr. Michelle Reyes speaks with Vivian on cultural identity, the difference between ethnicity and nationality, and how she can simultaneously feel like “every Indian, some Indians, and no other Indians”. Michelle also shares how growing up bicultural has given her a high radar for others in liminal spaces.

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Instagram: @michelleamireyes

Twitter: @drmichellereyes

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

“Telling Our Stories” | Grace is a writer and the Editorial Manager at (in)courage. She shares with Vivian about finding home, linking arms with other women, and embracing our whole self as a leader.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracepcho/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gracepcho

Blog: www.gracepcho.com

Twitter: @gracepcho

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

“Know Your History” Margaret Yu has over 30 years of experience developing leaders on college campuses around the world. Her and Vivian discuss the importance of knowing where you come from and its role in life and leadership.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmyu

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

“‘What Really Lasts’ with Laura Izumikawa of Naptime with Joey”, known for the cheeky photos of her daughter Joey being dressed as pop culture icons while she napped, joins Vivian for a candid conversation about her mixed heritage, the importance of representation and making social media meaningful.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraiz/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauraizchoi/

Blog: http://lauraiz.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lauraiz

Twitter: @lauraizumikawa

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

Wow! Season 3 is finally here! Welcome back, everyone! I’ve been waiting patiently for two seasons to interview Jocelyn Chung. I’m thrilled she is the first guest for this season. When you hear our conversation you’ll know why. Jocelyn is a lettering artist and graphic designer and the brains and talent behind the Someday is Here logo. We talk about her inspiration behind the logo, her journey as the daughter of Taiwainese immigrants. We packed so much substance into our conversation. Be sure to follow her on Instagram and consider supporting her work through her patreon and ordering her stickers and lettering art. You’re in for a treat today!

LEARN MORE ABOUT JocelynInstagram: @jocekittyllamaTwitter: @JocelynSChungWebsite: jocelynchung.co/

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CreditsSound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos StudiosMusic: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net ProductionsExecutive Producer: Chantel RunnelsDesign: Jocelyn Chung

“#representationmatters” Susie Gamez is Canadian by birth, Korean by heritage, married to a Mexican and currently lives in Long Beach, California. She is a gifted leader who breaks the mold and brings a wealth of experience working in multi-ethnic spaces.

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www.Susiegamez.com

IG: @susiekgamez

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung

“Wherever you go, there you are” Jensine Lee’s grandfather escaped the Cultural Revolution in China and became a leader in San Francisco. She shares about legacy, leadership, and learning inside and outside of Asian spaces.

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IG: @jensane + @penandpagegals

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Credits

Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios

Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions

Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels

Design: Jocelyn Chung