Monthly Archives: May 2013

The “it’s ok” Campaign Counters Stigma of Mental Illness

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Jeff

The it’s ok Campaign is an effort to battle the stigma of depression and mental illness in Asian American communities.  This project run by the Corporate Asian American Employee Network (CAAEN) will center its efforts around their Facebook page, where … Continue reading →

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Din Tai Fung Opening Seattle Restaurant at University Village

Posted on May 15, 2013 by John

Wow, it seems like another week, another Din Tai Fung is opening. I saw a friend on Facebook post this news and was wondering, what is going on and why isn’t there a Din Tai Fung in the San Francisco … Continue reading →

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Five Non-Asian Asians

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Koji Steven Sakai

Because May is Asian Pacific Heritage month, I wanted to write about all the people I assumed or rather wanted to believe were Asian/Pacific Islander. Some of these are more benign than others but they all stem from the simple … Continue reading →

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Macy’s San Francisco Union Square: Far East Movement – Interview & Concert

Posted on May 14, 2013 by John

00:00 – 03:00 – Welcome & Intro by Nicki Sun 03:00 – 17:45 – Interview with Far East Movement (FM) 17:45 – 19:50 – FM’s opening remarks 19:50 – 22:55 – Beastie Boys tribute 22:55 – 24:50 – Additional remarks … Continue reading →

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New Health Care Law Information Translated Into 10 Asian Languages

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Tim

While most of us are aware there’s a new healthcare law coming, there’s probably few among the non-native speakers of English that really understand how it affects them. That’s why it’s so important the presentation titled “The Health Care Law … Continue reading →

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My First NBA Game Without Jeremy Lin – Denver Nuggets versus Golden State Warriors, Game 4, First Round Playoffs

Posted on May 13, 2013 by John

Before attending this game, I’ve been to three NBA games – including Jeremy Lin’s debut into the NBA for the Golden State Warriors, as well as twice when Lin returned as a Houston Rocket to play against his former teammates … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day: #TYMom Project from 18MR Reminds You To Thank Mom

Posted on May 12, 2013 by jozjozjoz

http://youtu.be/Xn9DTcnjWSQ Asian Moms are awesome and it’s fun to both love them and mock them lovingly. Whether they’re “tigers,” “monsters,” or a mom from the Chinese zodiac, today is the day for us to say “thanks” to them all for … Continue reading →

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‘Jake Shimbabukuro: Life On Four Strings’ Tells Story of Ukulele Player at LAAPFF 2013

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Shako Liu

EDITORS NOTE from Joz: 8Asians is proud to be a community co-presenter of various films at the 2013 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, presented by Visual Communications. Compared to the confusing story line of Stateless, Jake Shimbabukuro: Life On … Continue reading →

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‘Stateless,’ Documentary about Vietnamese Refugees Plays at LAAPFF 2013

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Shako Liu

EDITORS NOTE from Joz: 8Asians is proud to be a community co-presenter of various films at the 2013 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, presented by Visual Communications. http://youtu.be/BhsoIJReVGg Stateless is a documentary in Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival … Continue reading →

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CNN’s Bordain Eats Balut (Fetal Duck Egg)

Posted on May 10, 2013 by tinabot

Yes, because that’s news when a CNN journalist eats an unborn fetal duck *rolls eyes*. I do like his speech at the end of this clip where he basically learns everyone there about cultural perspective, especially the host reading off … Continue reading →

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“Asian Chops” Wants Your Food Stories

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Jeff

Filmmaker Grace Lee is making a documentary on Asian American food, and she wants your stories and ideas. “Asian Chops” (the current working title) will look at Asian America through the lens of food.  A kickoff party, food panel, and … Continue reading →

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Los Angeles Taxpayer Dollars Used to Produce Video Which Mocks Asians

Posted on May 9, 2013 by jozjozjoz

CBS2 investigative reporter David Goldstein broke a story about The City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works producing a controversial video depicting Asians with taxpayer money. The video, shot at the Japanese Garden at the Tillman Water Reclamation Plant … Continue reading →

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