Sitting down with Anthony and Ben this week is actor, dancer, and director Dante Basco, who talks about his experience growing up in Hollywood, Asian representation in the arts, and working on projects with a lasting impact.



00:00: Intro

03:00: Origin story

09:00: Pursuing dance and film

15:00: Asian representation in Hollywood

22:00: Learning from the greats

30:00: The auditioning process

32:00: Moving into directing

36:00: The reality of the Hollywood experience

43:00: Making art that has an impact

46:00: Defining success

50:00: Mastering artistic processes

55:00: Outro



You can follow Dante on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok



Hosts

Ben Chung

Anthony Lee

Recording - Chad Mayate

Kinjaz Theme by Charlie Nguyen

Kinjaz in collaboration with Broccoli Productions
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You Are A Reflection Of Your Tribe | Dante Basco

Welcome to the Kinjaz PodKast! This is where we literally talk about anything and everything that is awesome to us. From dance, to business, to straight up LIFE topics…we go IN! We will be talking to inspirational movers and shakers from various industries to dive into their stories of how they’ve built themselves into who they are today. You will receive firsthand tips, life hacks, and endless amounts of inspiration…GUARANTEED. So let’s talk!

Arts

Literature

Performing Arts

Design

Food

Fashion & Beauty

Visual Arts

Ben and Anthony are joined by podcast producer and fellow Kinja – Chad! The three of them sit down and re-cap series 3 of the podcast, looking at the guests that have been on. They also take a moment for some self-reflection and look at what the future holds.



00:00 – Intro

01:40 – Podcast starts

02:30 – Thoughts on the series

05:00 – Reviews

06:50 – Season 3 re-cap

20:00 – A moment of self-reflection

26:50 – Checking in with Chad

29:00 – Looking to the future

35:30 – Wrap up and thank-you’s



Insta: @chad.mayate
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Season 3 Finale | Chad Mayate

Jackson Wang returns to the podcast. He speaks about love, loneliness and his advice to upcoming creatives.



02:00: Intro

6:55: Jackson reflects on his 20s

10:46: His life goals

12:40: His toughest moment

20:38: Love and relationships

33:00: How low moments can make you stronger

45:32: Jackson's advice to upcoming creatives



Socials: 

Twitter: @JacksonWang852

Insta: @jacksonwang852g7
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Don’t Chase What Can Be Gone Tomorrow | Jackson Wang

Mike Song is back on the pod! In this episode, Mike opens up about when his father went missing last year; reflecting on the support he recieved from friends and strangers, his family's experience of the ordeal, and the importance of documenting your experiences for your future self.



00:00: Intro

03:00: Highest highs and lowest lows

11:00: OG Status

15:00: Representation

19:00: The story of Mike’s dad going missing and his rescue

56:00: Outro



Socials: 

Insta: @mikeosong


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Document Your Life. No One Else Will Do It Better Than You | Mike Song

Influential choreographer and dancer Kiel Tutin is on the pod! In this episode Tutin delves into his experience working with iconic K-Pop artists and musicians worldwide, and also his personal journey; from discovering his passion for dance, to balancing work and life, and where he envisions himself in the future. 



02:49: Kiel's backstory

06:41: Dance style and inspirations

12:19: Getting into dance

16:28: What brought him to LA, and the difference between working in Korean and American industries

20:44: Future ambitions

26:59: What has been his biggest struggle in his journey so far?

31:29: How does he shut off and take care of himself?

33:30: What is something that he is looking forward to?

36:36 : How does Kiel define success?

38:03: Lightning round



Socials: 

Instagram: @KielTutin

Twitter: @KielTutin

Website: kieltutin.com
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BE The Change You Want To See | Kiel Tutin

Introducing: The runner and co-founder of Koreatown Run Club - who hates running (well, it's a love/hate relationship). Mike Pak talks to the Kinjaz about his different entrepreneurial ventures, fusing passion with business, and the importance of having compassion for others. 



00:00: Intro

02:11: Mike's backstory (dropping out of college, moving to LA, working and doing internships)

12:04: Founding the Koreatown Instagram and run club

17:16: Starting the Love Hour restaurant

20:53: Mike's motivations

23:46: How he started Bicycle Meals and Excel the Youth

35:35: How does Mike define "Movement in the Shadows"?

37:31: Lightning round



Socials:

Instagram: @koreatownrunclub

Website: KRC
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You Are A Reflection Of Your Tribe | Dante Basco

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