In May 2021, Mayor Eric Garcetti announced AAPI LA, an initiative to help amplify and address the challenges and needs of AAPI communities to ensure that AAPI Angelenos, who have historically been left out of important conversations - whether due to cultural and language barriers or biases - have a seat at the table. A podcast, Asian American Stories, launched as the initiative’s effort to provide a platform to give voice to the Asian American Pacific Islander communities by sharing their stories. Hosted by Andy Wang and Kalika Yap.
Another Beautiful Country is an exhibition that draws its name from the Chinese translation of America (美國/měiguó) and the common term, American-born Chinese, or ABC. The exhibit features many local AAPI artists and presents their experiences. Through their works, the artists present transnational relations, familial dynamics, and intimate tales of migration. Those featured in this episode are the exhibit's curator, Jenny Lin, Vivian Wenli Lin, and Charlene Liu.
We are joined this week by the creator and director of Squid Game Hwang Dong-hyuk and executive producer Kim Ji-Yeon.Squid Game marks another victory in the fight to grow representation of the AAPI community in film and entertainment, featuring Korean culture and traditions while paving the way for other AAPI communities to also have their stories told.Squid Game made history by becoming the first non-English language series with 14 nominations for the Primetime Emmys. Celebrating this cultural phenomenon shaped by Korean creators and Netflix, we are delighted that the City of Los Angeles is announcing the proclamation of Squid Game Day on September 17th.Also, celebrating Squid Game's Lee Jung-Jae for making Emmy history.Lee Jung-jae, the star of the series, took home the top acting prize and became the first person from a foreign-language show to win best actor in a drama. And Hwang Dong-hyuk won the drama directing Emmy.The podcast is in both Korean and English.
In celebration of AAPI LA Day, serial entrepreneur and Task Force member Kalika Yap interviewed LA City Council member John Lee of the 12th district. Listen in!
In celebration of AAPI LA Day, serial entrepreneur and Task Force member Kalika Yap interviewed Young Chang of Asha Foods, USA. Listen in!
This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the 1992 LA Uprising or SAIGU. LA UPRISING is known in the Korean American community as SAIGU, which directly translates to 4.29 or ‘April 29th': the start date of the civil unrest. We invite all Angelenos to attend the commemorative LA Uprising/SAIGU events this month, to partake in a healing space and reflect on the effects of the unrest.Listen in as entrepreneur Kalika Yap and Task Force member interviews Hyepin Im of FACE (Faith and Community Empowerment) LA, Reverend Dr Mark E. Whitlock, Jr. and activist Najee Ali to discuss race relations and the 30th Anniversary of the Los Angeles Riots.
The brothers behind the street-food sensation that redefined Korean food in L.A. and conquered the Food Network talk about how they've found new ways to survive during Seoul Sausage's 10-year run. Along the path, they've seen the power of social media, the rise of Korean culture in America and how Korean barbecue sausages can power a movement that starts on the streets and ends up in stadiums.
Two-time Top Chef finalist Shirley Chung tells the multi-generational story that led to her progressive Chinese-American food at Ms. Chi Cafe. She also discusses the importance of innovation, how she pivoted with nationwide delivery during the pandemic and how she created her own NFT collection at dumplingmafianft.com
Citrus Studios CEO and multi-hyphenate business leader Kalika Yap talks to co-hosts Andy Wang and Danica Lo about her family escaping martial law in the Philippines, how living in Hawaii shaped her worldview, how living her values led to a successful entrepreneurial career that started with a $400 loan before she worked with clients like Dollar Shave Club and Nyx Cosmetics. We also discuss how food raises awareness and why it's important to raise your voice and stand up against anti-Asian sentiment.
Mendocino Farms co-founder Ellen Chen talks to co-hosts Andy Wang and Danica Lo about how she left corporate America and created a game-changing independent restaurant. We also discuss her successful exit from Mendocino Farms, her support of other entrepreneurs and her involvement in Teach AAPI, a new organization that helps AAPI children connect with their heritage. teachaapi.org Los Angeles Asian American Stories is brought to you by AAPI LA, a new initiative created by the Los Angeles' Mayor's Office to give voice to the concerns of Asian American Pacific Islander communities Visit Our Website: https://aapila.org
Dan Lin (“The Lego Movie” franchise, “The Two Popes,” “Aladdin”), CEO and Head Wrangler of production company Rideback, talks to co-hosts Andy Wang and Danica Lo about his start in the entertainment industry, his upcoming slate, how the pandemic changed his life and why he's continuing to make a big bet on Historic Filipinotown. rideback.com Los Angeles Asian American Stories is brought to you by AAPI LA, a new initiative created by the Los Angeles' Mayor's Office to give voice to the concerns of Asian American Pacific Islander communities.
Mayor Eric Garcetti talks to AAPI LA advisory board and task force members about the importance of eliminating biases and advancing inclusivity efforts for communities of color. Visit our website: https://aapila.org/
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