I had the pleasure of sitting with Gordon James, a man whose life journey spans four countries—Jamaica, Kenya, the USA, and Canada. Gordon's experiences living in such diverse places have shaped his perspective on the world. In our conversation, we explored how these experiences have fueled his passion for life, fostered empathy, and equipped him to combat racism through meaningful dialogue.

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"The Last of Us" isn’t just a post-apocalyptic survival story; it's a deep exploration of what it means to be human when the world around us is ending.

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I had the privilege of sitting down with Monica May, a radio host whose story is nothing short of inspiring. Monica’s journey began in the projects of New York, where she learned the value of hard work, resilience, and survival—qualities that would later define her remarkable career in radio. You can hear Monica on Star 94.5 hosting “Monica May’s Point Of View”.

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Blasian Book Fair Orlando team discusses what to expect at the upcoming event on September 14, 2024.

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In a world where the narrative of beauty is often narrowly defined, 14-year-old Sumer Strawbree's voice emerges as a powerful testament to resilience and self-love.

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The 1-2 combination of MiOsc is back discussing the deep-rooted philosophy of Wah Lum Kung Fu. We reflect on how its practices often clash with the individualistic mindset prevalent in Western culture.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of Japanese manga and literature with the brilliant Zack Davisson, an esteemed translator and writer known for his insightful work on Japanese culture.

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It’s another episode of “The Mimi and Greg Show” where Greg Rucka tackles all the current events. This episode was recorded on August 1st.

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In this poignant episode, we reconnect with Ronald Sambrano to reflect on the aftermath of the devastating Lahaina fires one year later. The conversation sheds light on the ongoing challenges faced by the community, as the initial waves of media attention and support have faded, leaving many feeling forgotten.

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In this episode, we discuss President Biden's recent announcement and why endorsing Kamala Harris is the right move for the future of our nation. Ready for a Rucka Rant? Well it’s more of an episode rant, as we dissect the last few days in politics.

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