Documentary Film Director Christopher Wong talks about what it's like to tell true-life stories of ordinary Asian Americans accomplishing extraordinary things. Chris also discusses his latest short film BE ABOUT IT, and his growing frustration with film festivals. (Intro: Childlike)
Dr. Bob Suzuki shares about his time in the internment camps, and his leadership of a successful nationwide campaign that led to the Congressional repeal of the Emergency Detention Act of 1950. He also discusses his groundbreaking role as one of the few Asian Americans to serve as college president. (Intro: Diversity Search)
Dr. Joshua Swamidass discusses what it means to be both a devoted Christian and a serious scientist. He specifically calls Christians to return to the core of their faith rather than concentrating on anti-evolutionism. (Intro: Scientific Christianity)
Pastor Danny Cortez talks about his new appointment as a board member for the Gay Christian Network, his challenge to power structures of current evangelicalism, and his call for the gospel to reach the margins of society in practical ways. (Intro: The Gardener)
Entertainment producer and entrepreneur Carl Choi talks about the ups and downs of his career -- from management consultant to nightlife promoter to his current position as the founder of The Great Company. (Intro: Know-It-All)
Deborah Jian Lee talks about her new book Rescuing Jesus: How People of Color, Women and Queer Christians are Reclaiming Evangelicalism. She also discusses intersectionality, purity culture, and her own spiritual story. (Intro: Asian Cop Peter Liang)
Marty Hom talks about what it's like to be the Tour Manager for A-list artists like Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, Barbra Streisand, and Fleetwood Mac. Marty even shares a great story about how he helped Jennifer Lopez get her career off the ground! (Intro: Love What You Do)
Singer/songwriter Larissa Lam and rapper Baldwin Chiu aka “Only Won” share about their new award-winning documentary FINDING CLEVELAND. This husband-and-wife team also talk about their careers and the racism present in the music industry. (Intro: So Many Voices)
Makoto Fujimura, world-renowned artist and Director of Fuller's Brehm Center, talks about his contribution to Martin Scorcese's latest film, why so few Japanese have embraced Christianity, and his own faith transformation. (Intro: Eastern Minds)
Popular blogger Misty Irons talks about how she feels she is fighting for the "honor of Christ" when she speaks out against the church's historical mistreatment of gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals. Misty also recounts how an article she wrote almost shattered her life. (Intro: The "C" Word)
Rev. Dr. Dickson Yagi talks about how Buddhism is infused through much of Christianity, his 30 years as a Baptist missionary in Japan, and his concept of "yellow theology". (Intro: True Humility)
Actor and martial artist Peter Kwong shares his experiences in film and television - his role in the cult classic BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA, a special audition with Dustin Hoffman, and opinion on #OscarSoWhite. (Intro: Story Worthy)
Eric Chen talks about his work as an assistant coach with the #1 nationally ranked Gabrielino H.S. speech and debate team. Eric discusses how great teamwork, long hours of practice, and dedication lead to amazing results. (Intro: Presence)
Chheng Ear talks to Ken about how she survived the Cambodian genocide during the Khmer Rouge regime. Chheng recounts her time in the labor camps, her family's harrowing escape to Thailand, and eventual settlement in the US. (Intro: Ice on the Wing)
Ken Fong visits the Urbana Student Missions Conference. Ken runs into three big fans of the podcast and asks them what they like about it. Ken also recounts story of all the conference attendees who wanted to talk to him about their own LGBT issues.
Author and mother Marsha Aizumi talks about her experiences parenting Aiden, her transgender son. Marsha discusses her son's early years, her own choice of acceptance, and the church's reaction to her son. (Intro: Church Shooting?)
Professional hip-hop dancer Jenny Kita talks about her experiences performing with some of the biggest music acts in the industry, including her stint as a Harajuku girl for Gwen Stefani, and an embarrassing moment with Snoop Dogg. (Intro: 5 Minutes)
Megatoys CEO Charlie Woo talks about his business, political activism, and opinion on the presidential race. He also shares about his early life and how he overcame some major personal challenges. (Intro: Champion)
Media activist Guy Aoki discusses his long struggle to have Asian Americans fairly and equally represented on film and TV. Guy shares his battle with Sarah Silverman, and his appearance on Politically Incorrect. (Intro: The Teacher)
Author Lisa See discusses her current novel China Dolls, as well as her other best-selling works such as On Gold Mountain. Lisa also talks about what it was like growing up in a large Chinese American family in L.A.'s Chinatown. (Intro: Family Village)
Tim Dang, Producing Artistic Director of East West Players, talks about his manifesto "The 51% Preparedness Plan for American Theatre". Tim also discusses how he counsels young AsianAm actors in taking on stereotypical roles. (Intro: Honestly)
JT Tran, aka the "Asian Playboy", tells us how he went from a NASA engineer to the world's best instructor for Asian pickup artists. JT discusses the "Asian poker face", the difference between a cold pickup and a warm pickup, and how to equip young Asian men to reach their full potential. (Intro: Delusions)
Walter Hong delves deeply into what it takes to be a professional standup comedian -- the long hours, low pay, nonexistent dating life -- and why he is absolutely dedicated and passionate about it.(Intro: Clean House)
Author Joy Huang Stoffers debuts her fiction novel WHASIAN on November 2nd! Joy talks with Ken about her character Ava Ling Magee, the writing process, and the many aspects of being "Hapa" -- a person of mixed ethnic heritage. (Intro: Breakthrough Moment)
Vivian Matsushige shares deeply about what it is like to live as a paraplegic, the skiing accident which caused her condition, and her resolve to live a grateful and purpose-filled life. (Ken’s Intro: Zen Christianity)