Reel Asian Podcast

Alan and Ray journey through the wildly popular Netflix TV series, 'Physical 100'. As they examine each quest, they analyze what strategies worked well and what strategies could've been better. They look back at some of the biggest moments during the competition and the controversial last challenge between the two finalists. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of Twrl Milk Tea today by using REEL15 code!Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact

Ray, Alan, and Renee talk about the current state of Netflix and how our streaming behaviors have changed over the years. Netflix's 2023 slate has been called "kirkland-like" and they debate whether this is a good or bad thing. Also, is it too late for the DCEU? We look at whether the latest leadership changes at Warner Bros. could be the last hurrah for DC. Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact

Ray and Renee get into what makes A24 films unique and how this rare independent company is surviving in the big studio landscape. Also, they dive deep into Renee's favorite movie, 'Everything Everywhere All At Once' after having some time to digest all the fixings of this robust film. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of Twrl Milk Tea today by using REEL15 code!Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact

Original air date: 9/25/20We're sharing some of our favorite episodes in the past! Ray and Alan take on the 2020 remake of Disney's 1998 ‘Mulan'. They notice the lack of depth in the writing, plot holes, and artistry of the movie. Discussed are the political controversies that surrounded the release, comparing it to 'Star Wars' and 'Black Panther', and what ‘diversity' actually means to them. Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to reelasianpod@gmail.com

Original air date: 12/25/21We're sharing our favorite episodes in the past!Enjoy this special HOLIDAY episode where we talk about Netflix's latest holiday rom-com, 'Love Hard' starring Jimmy O. Yang and Nina Dobrev. The RAP share their highlights and lowlights about the film, discuss whether this film actually perpetuated harmful Asian stereotypes, and take on the ULTIMATE question: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Get 15% OFF Twrl Milk Tea products by using REEL15 codeFollow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact

Ray sits down with writer-director Hon Hoang to talk about his award-winning short film "Breakdown". Hon talks about his process when creating this film. Michelle shares some insights on what goes into the costume design of a film. Sean talks about his first experience being on set and inspirations he got out of it. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of Twrl Milk Tea today by using REEL15 code!Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact Special thanks to our supporters:www.experiencesbyk.comwww.anniestcakes.comhttps://twrlmilktea.com/

Original air date: 5/7/21We're sharing some of our favorite episodes in the past! Ray, Alan, and Renee discuss Eddie Huang's coming-of-age, basketball drama and why it resonated differently among the team. They talk about the unique perspective of the Black/Asian cultural interactions, how the basketball scenes were shot, and where this fits in the ranking of popular basketball movies. Hint: Space Jam is still the best. Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact

Original air date: 11/26/2021We're sharing some of our favorite episodes in the past!Joined by special guests Sean Niu (Bund To Brooklyn podcast) and Musician/Adoptee Mel Taevin (@taevinmusic), this episode examines Justin Chon's latest film, 'Blue Bayou'. Listen in as they discuss what they love and didn't love about the movie, the adoptee experience, what's wrong with current adoptee laws, and the controversy surrounding this film. Follow us! www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast | www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast | Support this podcast! www.reelasianpodcast.com/supportIntro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy NguyenFor any inquiries, reach out to www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact

Ray and Renee sit down with Brad Jenkins, President & CEO of the AAPI Victory Fund, the first super PAC that's focused on mobilizing AAPI eligible voters and moving them to the ballot box. Brad talks about the history and current status of AAPI voter engagement and how the Asian American population can really show up for this year's midterm election. We also talk about the viral Funny or Die piece, Between Two Ferns with President Obama back in 2014, which Brad helped put together. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray sits down with the director of The Justice of Bunny King, a heartwarming and heartbreaking story about a mother who is willing to do anything to regain custody of her children. Gaysorn shares her journey as a director, what it was like directing her first feature film, and what 'Bunny King' says about our society at-large. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

It's the finale of season 4!! The gang reflect back on some of their favorite moments from season 4, share movies + shows they're currently watching, and what listeners can expect for season 5. (31:20) Reel Asian Game Show sees if Alan, Renee, and Baldwin have what it takes to take the crown as movie champion. Winner gets In n' Out. Mmmmmm Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Join the Axe Gang with us as we take a look into the iconic Kung Fu Hustle by Stephen Chow. They remember where they were they watched it for the first time, its impact today, and favorite moments from this classic film. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

The RAP team is listing our their top 5 FAVE API directors. These are filmmakers and storytellers that span across the globe, throughout different genres. Is your favorite director mentioned in this episode?? Listen and find outttttt ;) Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray and Baldwin talk about the astonishing journeyman drama, Lion, starring Dev Patel and Nicole Kidman. Based on a true story, it centers around a man who's on a quest to find his family home after being lost as a young boy. They talk about what made this film so gripping and some of the standout performances. Ray and Baldwin also share some of their trips back to their homeland. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray sits down with the star of Inbetween Girl, Emma Galbraith, to talk about starting her career as an actor, her experience as the lead in a feature film, and her grassroots organizing. Learn more about https://emma-galbraith.com/ (Emma) by following her on social https://www.instagram.com/em.magining/ (@em.magining) 'Inbetween Girl', a film by Mei Makino. In Galveston, TX, 16-year-old, artistic, sardonic Angie Chen attends St. Michael's, whereIn Galveston, TX, 16-year-old, artistic, sardonic Angie Chen attends St. Michael's, where being a mixed white and Chinese American makes her an example of diversity. To make matters worse, her parents have decided to divorce immediately. To deal with this she turns to secret hookups with popular soccer teammate Liam behind the back of his adored social media influencer girlfriend Sheryl. As Angie contends with her parents' divorce and her secret fling with Liam, she comes to discover what she wants – and who she wants to be. Inbetween Girl is available NOW on all major VOD platforms. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray, Alan, and Baldwin take on this iconic 2000 wuxia film directed by Ang Lee, talking about what elements aged well over the years, whether or not it truly made an impact in Hollywood, and handout their MVPs. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

We're doing another listing! This time, it's our top 3 influential API actors in the game. It's an opportunity to highlight those who've been instrumental in cinema and how their careers have gone beyond the silver screen. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

We're joined by special guest, Christine Juang, Director of Community & Education from Hate Is A Virus to talk about the 1987 documentary, 'Who Killed Vincent Chin?' This important documentary recounts the events leading up to and after the killing of Chinese American Vincent Chin, who was brutally murdered in Detroit for being mistakenly as Japanese on June 19, 1982. The team dive into why Vincent Chin's murder was so important back then and why it's important today and the issues with the criminal justice system. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray and Saba discuss the entire To All The Boys trilogy starring Lana Condor, taking a look at what makes this teen rom-com universally so relatable, the state of rom-coms today, and whether Lara Jean and Peter Kavinsky make it through college. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

It's another Top 5 episode, this time Ray, Renee, and Pragya are sharing their most significant indie films in API culture. Renee's Top 5: Origin Story | Minari | The Namesake | Flower Drum Song | Enter the Dragon Pragya's Top 5: Pale Cocoon | Paprika | Voices of a Distant Star | You Are Umasou | A Letter to Momo Ray's Top 5: Saving Face | The Donut King | Gook | Origin Story | Happy Cleaners Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray and Alan invite Kat Kim, producer from 'Happy Cleaners', to talk about the iconic 1993 drama, The Joy Luck Club. They go over some of the biggest reasons why this film is treasured among the Chinese/Asian American community and how it's personally impacted their lives. This is a redux episode because Ray and Alan recorded Joy Luck Club as their very first episode but it was very bad lol. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

It's the Ray and Renee show, once again! The two talk about Alice Wu's directorial debut, Saving Face. They talk about why it's one of their favorite movies of all time, why Ray has a personal connection, and why it's aged beautifully over the years. Listen in! Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

The RAP team + returning guest Hon Hoang go over the filmography of one of the most celebrated and universally acclaimed directors, Wong Kar-wai. Yup, they start alllll the way from the beginning and give their quick takes about each movie, his career, then rank their top 3 WKW films overall. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray, Alan, and Baldwin debate which movie watching experience is better: In the theater or streaming at home? They go over the pros & cons of each, the future of movie theaters and streaming, and ultimately who wins the debate. Hint: Ray. Easily. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

4 TOWN 4EVA!! Ray, Renee, and Saba examine the cultural nuances that make this film resonate with so many Asians. Especially ones that grew up during the 2000s ;) Teenage adolescence, family ties, and womanhood are all topics brought to the table in this lively discussion. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray and Renee talk with Writer/Director Kate Tsang and Lead Actor Miya Cech about their latest coming-of-age comedy, Marvelous and the Black Hole. Kate shares how she came up with this story and why it's deeply personal. Miya talks about her journey as an accomplished actor at such a young age, and how she uses her platform for Asian American advocacy. You find a showing near you by going to https://www.filmrise-screenings.com/marvelous-and-the-black-hole (https://www.filmrise-screenings.com/marvelous-and-the-black-hole) Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray is joined by the amazing Kat Lieu from the popular page, Subtle Asian Baking. Kat talks about her journey of creating baked goods and how she started SAB. Then the pair talk about the wuxia classic, House of Flying Daggers. Kat shares why this movie was a favorite of hers growing up. Hint: Takeshi Kineshiro. IG: https://www.instagram.com/subtleasian.baking/?hl=en (@subtleasian.baking) https://www.modernasianbaking.com/ (www.modernasianbaking.com) Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Renee and Baldwin react to the critically acclaimed multiversal madness of a film, Everything Everywhere All At Once. They talk about their biggest takeaways, unpack the multiple storylines throughout, and how amazing Michelle Yeoh is. For the month of May only, you can order the special Almond Cookie shown in the movie by following @anniestcakes on IG and ordering them through direct message. Order them now! Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

It's our OFFICIAL RETURN! Welcome to Season 4!! In this episode, each host will share their Most Impactful AAPI movies and how these films have changed the landscape of AAPI cinema. Pragya's Top 5: 1. Bend It Like Beckham | 2. Blue Bayou | 3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | 4. Kung Fu Hustle | 5. Infernal Affairs Ray's Top 5: 1. The Joy Luck Club | 2. Seven Samurai | 3. Shang Chi | 4. Enter The Dragon | 5. The Farewell Alan's Top 5: 1. The Joy Luck Club | 2. Enter The Dragon | 3. Minari | 4. Mulan (1998) | 5. Crazy Rich Asians Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our supporters: http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray, Pragya, and special guest Ryan Alexander Holmes talk about the biggest moment in TV history: Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards. They examine the deeper issues that aren't being talked about in mainstream news and how this can be a teaching moment for everyone (including ourselves). Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com/ (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray talks with Annie Wang, founder of Annie's T Cakes, to talk about her journey making vegan East Asian snacks. They also talk about meeting and working together at Project by Project SF, running a business as a women of color, and sports documentaries. Find and follow Annie's T Cakes on IG, https://www.instagram.com/anniestcakes/?hl=en (@anniestcakes) Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com/ (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Ray and Alan sit down with Pauline Ang and Olivia Chen, the makers of Twrl Milk Tea. Learn how Pauline and Olivia met over 20 years ago, how they started Twrl, how they plan to change the milk tea industry, and their favorite movies. We gotta talk about movies of course ;). https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) is the better-for-you milk tea (aka tea latte or boba tea) that's ready to enjoy anytime, anywhere! Using ethically-sourced organic tea, plant-based milk and low-glycemic sugars, our passion is creating premium canned milk tea: guilt-free! Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of Twrl Milk Tea today by using REEL15 code! Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com/ (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

(Original air date: 10/9/20) Ray, Brian, and Renee journey through Alice Wu's ‘The Half of It' (2020). This critically acclaimed, unconventional coming-of-age story challenges the common perceptions of what it means to love, and be loved. Our dynamic trio dissect the messy romance triangle between Ellie, Aster, and Paul; dating in modern times, and what Cisnormativity means to them. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com/ (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

(Original air date: 9/18/2020) Ray, Alan, and Brian talk about Bao Nguyen's 30 for 30 documentary, ‘Be Water', where they explore what it meant to be Asian during the 1960s, cancel culture, and how Asian and American culture was forever changed by one of the most influential figures in the world, Bruce Lee. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk of https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com/ (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

(Original air date: 8/28/2020) A re-release of our very FIRST episode! Oooweee, it's been a journey. Also, listening back to our first episode was cringe LOL. Raymond, Alan, and Brian take a long walk on the beach with the 2019 romantic comedy, Always Be My Maybe, starring Ali Wong and Randall Park. Listen in while we discuss the state of rom-coms, what makes San Francisco unique, and their favorite Keanu Reeves movie. Get 15% OFF a 12-pk ofhttps://twrlmilktea.com/ ( Twrl Milk Tea) today by using REEL15 code! Follow us!http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast ( www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast!http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact)   Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com/ (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com/ (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com/ (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

Enjoy this special HOLIDAY episode where we talk about Netflix's latest holiday rom-com, 'Love Hard' starring Jimmy O. Yang and Nina Dobrev. The RAP share their highlights and lowlights about the film, discuss whether this film actually perpetuated harmful Asian stereotypes, and take on the ULTIMATE question: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Get 15% OFF https://twrlmilktea.com/ (Twrl Milk Tea) products by using REEL15 code Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com) https://twrlmilktea.com/ (https://twrlmilktea.com/)

We're wrapping up season 3 with some reflections of the pod journey so far. Lastly, the episode ends with an intense game of Who Said It? A game where Baldwin and Alan have to guess who said what in what episode. Thank you to all our listeners! Catch y'all on the flip side! Join us on the Shuffle app!https://my.captivate.fm/www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle) Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com)

Joined by special guests Sean Niu (https://www.instagram.com/bundtobrooklyn/?hl=en (Bund To Brooklyn) podcast) and Musician/Adoptee Mel Taevin (https://www.instagram.com/taevinmusic/?hl=en (@taevinmusic)), this episode examines Justin Chon's latest film, 'Blue Bayou'. Listen in as they discuss what they love and didn't love about the movie, the adoptee experience, what's wrong with current adoptee laws, and the controversy surrounding this film. Join us on the Shuffle app!https://my.captivate.fm/www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle) Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com)

A deep dive on the critically acclaimed 2019 drama/thriller, 'Parasite' written and directed by Bong Joon-ho. The crew talk about the big themes of the movie and some of the underlying socioeconomic elements that tie into the real world. Listen in as they unpack the meaning behind the title, Bong Joon-ho's directorial style, and the dynamics between the Park family and Kim family. Join us on the Shuffle app!https://my.captivate.fm/www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle) Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com)

Check out this spo0o0oky Halloween episode on the beloved Japanese Horror classic, Ju-On: The Grudge (2002). In this episode, Ray & Alan walkthrough the movie with Cindy, a self-admitting fraidy cat when it comes to horror movies. Cindy has never seen nor intends to watch the movie so she will have to rely on Ray and Alan to paint a word picture of the movie. Join us on the Shuffle app!https://my.captivate.fm/www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle) Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com)

Ray and Jeffrey give their take on 'Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle', the instant comedy classic starring John Cho and Kal Penn. They discuss how this comedy was way ahead of its time and completely flips the model minority myth upside down. Join as they talk about the cultural impact, John Cho's and Kal Penn's respective careers, and Ray's Top 5 Stoner Comedies. Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com)

The RAP team examine Clint Eastwood's controversial film, Gran Torino. "But wait, this movie isn't really Asian American...." We know! But it does have a prominent Hmong presence in the film and was (at the time) celebrated for its "representation" of Hmong people. However, is that still true today? Listen and find out! Join us on Shuffle! www.reelasianpodcast.com/shuffle Follow us! http://www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.facebook.com/ReelAsianPodcast) | http://www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast (www.instagram.com/ReelAsianPodcast) |  Support this podcast! http://www.reelasianpodcast.com/support (www.reelasianpodcast.com/support) Intro music is by Ryan Galvan | Show cover designed by Thy Nguyen For any inquiries, reach out tohttp://www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact ( www.reelasianpodcast.com/contact) Special thanks to our sponsors: http://www.theuniversalasian.com (www.theuniversalasian.com) http://www.experiencesbyk.com (www.experiencesbyk.com) http://www.anniestcakes.com (www.anniestcakes.com)