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The “Asianization” Of Southern California’s San Marino
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Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest Enters China
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Does Race Exist?
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Are Filipinos Asian or Pacific Islanders?
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Dating in Taiwan: An ABC’s Perspective
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Top Three “Happiest” US Cities are Asian American
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8Questions: Keni Styles, Asian American Male Adult Film Star
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Tasty Presents: How [Din Tai Fung’s] Soup Dumplings Are Made
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Category Archives: Entertainment
Fast, Furious, and Forgotten: Asian Americans and Import Car Culture
When many people think of Asian Americans, especially here in Silicon Valley, they often picture engineers, tech startups, and academic/college-obsessed students. Motorhead isn’t a term that often comes to mind. But if you grew up certain Asian American neighborhoods, import … Continue reading
Posted in History, Lifestyles, Movies
Tagged import car culture, Kaila Yu, Ky-Phong Tran, The Fast and the Furious
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Universal Pictures Releases New Forgotten Island Trailer
A few months ago, we talked about a new animated movie based on Filipino folklore and culture, Forgotten Island. Today, Universal Pictures released a new Forgotten Island trailer. This one shows much more about the island itself and its inhabitants. While … Continue reading
Artist Miljohn Ruperto featured at Stanford’s Cantor Art Museum
When I heard that Filipino American Artist Miljohn Ruperto would be featured at Stanford’s Cantor Art Museum, I had to go see his work. I rarely see Filipino artists featured at art museums. His show is titled Animal, Vegetable, nor … Continue reading
Posted in Local, San Francisco Bay Area, The Arts
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CAAMFest 2026 Film Review: The Auntie Sewing Squad Resistance Playbook
Overview of The Auntie Sewing Squad Resistance Playbook I’ve known professor and filmmaker Valerie Soe ever since she started producing her documentary film, Love Boat: Taiwan, where I eventually became a minor producer, interview subject, and archival footage provider. So … Continue reading
CAAMFest 2026 Film Review: Breaking the Code (some spoilers)
While looking through the CAAMFest 2026 online guide, the documentary Breaking the Code, caught my eye. After seeing the film, I regret not being able to see the film in-person, especially since the subject of the film, Kanwal Rekhi and … Continue reading
CAAMFest 2026: Opening Night featuring ‘The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas’ & Gala
One of my favorite events in the San Francisco Bay Area since moving here in 1999 is attending CAAMFest. CAAM stands for the Center for Asian American Media. CAAMFest 2026 celebrated its 44th year as the nation’s leading showcase for … Continue reading
Taiwan Documentary ‘Invisible Nation’ Airing in May AND Streaming NOW on PBS
I’ve been a big fan of the documentary Invisible Nation ever since I first saw the film back in October 2023 at the Mill Valley Film Festival. I have even become friends with the director/producer Vanessa Hope. I am excited now … Continue reading
Posted in Current Events, History, Movies, TV
Tagged Chinese Taipei, Invisible Nation, PBS, republic of china, Streaming, Taiwan, Tsai Ing-wen
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Jamie Ding’s Jeopardy Winning Streak Ended: More Love and Hate
Jamie Ding’s Jeopardy Winning Streak ended this week. On the same day that I posted about his success too! As with when he was winning, his exit has generated both love and hate. What did he do that has drawn … Continue reading
Love and Hate for Jeopardy Contestant Jamie Ding
Nothing increases Jeopardy ratings like a long winning streak. Jeopardy contestant Jamie Ding has a current 31 game winning streak that has people taking notice, including Good Morning America, which interviewed him last week. Some of that notice is bad, … Continue reading
Posted in Current Events, TV
Tagged Good Morning America, James Holzhauer, Jamie Ding, Jeopardy, Paolo Pasco, Yogesh Raut
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Laufey’s Madwoman video with Alysa Liu and other hot Wasians
Laufey’s Madwoman video with Alysa Liu and other hot wasians is more than just a music video with attractive people. For those of you don’t know, Icelandic-Chinese singer Laufey Lin Bing Jónsdótti has won two Grammys with her unique mix … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Music, Uncategorized
Tagged Alysa Liu, Chase Sui Wonders, Gold House, Havana Rose Liu, Hudson Williams, KATSEYE, Laufey, Lola Tung, Megan Skiendiel, Warren Fu, wasian
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Asians and Asian Americans at Coachella 2026
Asians and Asian Americans at Coachella made quite a splash this past weekend. Global girl group KATSEYE (missing Manon) performed Golden along with Huntr/X singers, EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami. I loved the harmonies in this version! BINI, a … Continue reading
Posted in Local, Music, Southern California
Tagged Audrey Nuna, Coachella, Ejae, Golden, Huntr/X, KATSEYE, Rei Ami
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Ruth Asawa’s Art Gets Permanent SF Home
While Ruth Asawa’s art has been touring across the world, from San Francisco to New York and now at the Bilbao Guggenheim in Portugal, the San Francisco artist has lacked a permanent home for the bulk of her work. That … Continue reading
Posted in Local, San Francisco Bay Area, The Arts
Tagged Minnesota Street Project, Ruth Asawa, San Francisco
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