"So what are you?" Chandra Crane knows what it's like to get that question. She has a Thai birth father, a European American mother, and an African American father who adopted her when she was five. With this mixed multiethnic and multicultural background, she has keenly felt the otherness of never quite fitting in. Where do people of mixed ethnicity belong? Those of us with multiethnic backgrounds may have pain surrounding our mixed heritage. But we also have the privilege and potential to ...
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By, for, and about Asian American Christians, the AACC Podcast is the official podcast of the Asian American Christian Collaborative. To find out more about AACC’s work, donate, or learn more visit asianamericanchristiancollaborative.com.
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Voices of Change: Asian American Faith and Society
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In the season finale of the AACC Reclaim Podcast, Raymond Chang and co-host Josh Huver close the 'Speaking to the Culture' series. They explore how Asian American Christians can address challenging topics and advocate for social justice, bringing their unique perspectives to these vital issues. This episode discusses the importance of engaging with…
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Engaging Culture for Sensitive Souls
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The AACC Reclaim Podcast, hosted by Raymond Chang and Katie Nguyen Palomares, invites listeners to explore engaging culture with sensitivity. Featuring guest Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, a writer and communications consultant, the episode highlights her impactful contributions to organizations like D.Light and her insights from living across various culture…
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Faith & Community in the Modern Era: Asian American Christian Conversation
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Join host Raymond Chang and special guest Dr. Matthew Kim from Baylor University on the AACC Reclaim Podcast for a compelling exploration of faith and community dynamics within the Asian American Christian sphere. This episode delves into the impact of societal and economic pressures on church life, particularly focusing on the growing sense of iso…
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Mental Health: AAPI Flourishing
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Tune into this wrap-up conversation as AACC President Raymond Chang and Co-Host Katie Nguyen Palomares are joined by DJ Chuang to discuss the nuances of applying mental health care to our everyday lives. They share their own unique journeys in mental health, expand on patterns in culture and the Church at large, and share a little about the hope of…
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Exploring Mental Health: Implications for the Next Generation
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Join us as we continue our dialogue series exploring various aspects and perspectives regarding mental health and how it pertains to the AAPI community. This week, host and AACC President Raymond Chang along with DJ Chuang talk with Ying-Ying Shiue, a licensed professional clinical counselor. She is credentialed as a school counselor in California …
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Exploring Mental Health and Faith: A Conversation with J.S. Park
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Explore the intersection of faith and mental health with J.S. Park, a Korean-American hospital chaplain whose journey from atheism to chaplaincy is nothing short of remarkable. In this podcast, J.S. Park candidly shares his experiences and insights, drawing from his unique perspective as a thera-priest—a term he coined that perfectly encapsulates h…
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Exploring Our Heritage: AAPI Generational Reflections Through a Gen Z Perspective
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In these thought-provoking conversations, host Katie Nguyen Palomares engages with Mary Kim, a senior in college, as they share their personal stories and insights, providing a unique window into the world of today's youth and their evolving relationship with tradition, culture, and religion. Discover the hopes and aspirations of Gen Z and how they…
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Exploring Our Heritage: A Mixed AAPI Perspective with Chandra Crane
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Today, Katie Nguyen Palomares and Chandra Crane speak on how heritage connects the past to encapsulate stories, racial, ethnic, and cultural traditions. These elements play pivotal roles in molding individual identity and anchoring them to their communal and historical roots. They advocate for acknowledging both the uplifting and dark aspects of he…
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Exploring Our Heritage: Why Does it Matter?
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In this episode of the Reclaim Podcast, Josh and Katie explore how heritage is lived out, grounding us in kinship with others who share similar experiences. Along the way, we address critical moments, such as the distinction between heritage and culture, the ever-evolving nature of culture, and the layers of influence within cultures. We delve into…
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Gun Violence: What Can We Do?
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On this host recap episode, AACC President Raymond Chang and Reclaim Manager Katie Nguyen Palomares discuss the issue of gun violence at large. Starting from what it’s looked like for AACC to carry the mantle along with others across the country in regards to gun safety, going to the vision of protecting and stewarding life that God has given us, j…
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Gun Violence: Honoring Wrinkles with Isabel Tom
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On this episode of AACC Reclaimed Podcast, Isabel Tom shares her experience of growing up with her grandparents and how it changed her perspective on older adults. She discusses the difficulty of Asian American families in communicating and understanding the experiences of their aging parents, and how many Asian American parents experienced racism …
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Gun Violence: How Can We Engage in Ongoing Advocacy? With Joe Cheah
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In the second episode of our new season, we are excited to welcome our distinguished guest, Joe Cheah, Chair at the University of Saint Joseph. Renowned for his research in race and religion, Buddhist studies, and Asian American theological studies, Joe brings a unique perspective to the table. As an author, his recent work, "Anti-Asian Racism: Myt…
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Reclaiming AAPI Identity in 2023
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Welcome to the first episode of this season of the AACC Reclaim Podcast, a platform dedicated to elevating the voices, stories, and perspectives of leaders within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. After a long hiatus, we are so excited to be back! Introducing two of our new hosts, Katie Nguyen Palmores and Joshua Huver, this episod…
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Episode 4: Reaching Generation Z for Asian American Christian Leaders
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How should Asian American Christian leaders approach the newest generation of Asian American Christians? Raymond and Michelle join Kevin Yi to talk about strategies for encouragement, the unique interests of Gen Z, and more. Stay connected with the AACC Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @aachristcollab https://asianamericanchristiancollaborative.com Cred…
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Episode 3: Navigating Burnout & Soul Care for Asian American Christian Leaders
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How should Asian American Christian leaders deal with burnout? Raymond and Michelle join Dr. David Wang to talk about strategies for spiritual formation, social support, and more. Stay connected with the AACC Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @aachristcollab https://asianamericanchristiancollaborative.com Credits Hosts: Raymond Chang, Michelle Reyes Soun…
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Episode 2: Mental Health for Asian American Christian Leaders
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What is mental health and how should we best care for it as Asian American Christians? Raymond and Michelle join George Xiong and Janette Lee to talk about how to approach conversations regarding mental health, helpful practices, and more. Stay connected with the AACC Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @aachristcollab https://asianamericanchristiancollabo…
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Episode 1: Reclaiming Asian American Christian Leadership
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What does it mean to be an Asian American Christian leader today? Join AACC President Raymond Chang and Vice President Michelle Reyes as they kick off the third season of the podcast by discussing the importance of visibility, humility, and unity within the Asian American Christian community. Stay connected with the AACC Instagram/Facebook/Twitter:…
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Latasha Ferguson and hear some of her amazing story. As a Black and Korean woman, Tasha has a lot of insight about navigating two worlds, overcoming obstacles, and finding a synthesis of both joy and sorrow. Enjoy our conversation as well uplift the stories of Mixed folks like Latasha. Shownotes: Latasha Ferguso…
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Description: In today’s episode, I got to sit down at the multiethnic table with Brennan Takayama. Tune in to hear his story as a monoracial multiethnic man with roots in both San Francisco and Hawai’i. Brennan has much insight into loving the “other,” loving oneself (and thus honoring God’s good creation), and loving the land, along with many othe…
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In today’s episode, I got to sit down at the multiethnic table with Tiffany Henness. Join us for vulnerability and deep thoughts, but also laughs and theological hijinks. Tiffany’s story is a blessing to me, and will bless you—whether you’re multi- or monoethnic. Come listen and learn from Tiffany and her amazing story as a multiethnic, transracial…
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Description: In today’s episode, I got to sit down at the multiethnic table with my friend Ben Lowe. Ben is multiethnic, multicultural, and multinational and has much insight and kindness to offer us as we ask the perpetual Mixed question: “Who are my people?” Join us for this encouraging conversation as we talk the environment, belief in a good cr…
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Christina Quintanilla—S1E12
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For this Mixed Blessing episode, I sit down with Christina Quintanilla, a seminarian, small business owner, poet, and friend. It’s a beautiful conversation about the importance of finding God in both weeping and dancing, of great capacity for lament as well as joy. No matter what our ethnic story is, each of us can follow in the footsteps and legac…
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Heather Thompson Day—S1E11
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For this episode of Mixed Blessing, we get to hear from Heather Thompson Day, a professor, wife, mother, and the author of It’s Not Your Turn, which just released this week! It’s a wonderful conversation about waiting on the Lord, doing good work, extending grace to others, and allowing our Mixed identity to be part of our spiritual formation in al…
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Description: For this episode of Mixed Blessing: Breaking Bread at the Multiethnic Table, we are joined by my dear friend and co-conspirator, Jen Hollingsworth. It’s a significant and holy time of discussing Mixed identity, and what that can teach us about the importance of nuance, fluidity, and community. It’s also a time filled with much laughter…
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Description: For this episode of Mixed Blessing: Breaking Bread at the Multiethnic Table, we get to chat with Lo McDermott. We talk about the importance of family, the beauty of nature, and the unique ways that the deep theology Native believers can bless mixed folks, and the entire church. Join me to enjoy the privilege of hearing some of Lo’s pow…
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In today’s episode of Mixed Blessing: Breaking Bread at the Multiethnic Table, we’re sitting down with Michelle Reyes. Michelle encourages, challenges, and speaks a word of encouragement from Psalm 139:73-74. Join us for this episode to hear more of her story, which helps us all to tell our own stories. Let’s break bread and learn together. Shownot…
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In today’s episode of the Mixed Blessing podcast, we sit down with my dear friend Kylene Hong, who is not only a dear friend and a mentor, she’s one of the first folks to see me in the complexity of my multiethnicity and to invite me into the journey. It is a precious, uplifting, and fun conversation. Kylene has much wisdom to share from a multieth…
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Description: In this episode of the Mixed Blessing podcast, we talk with R. York Moore about his preaching, teaching, and abolitionist work. We discuss what it means to listen and understand others, to walk in solidarity, and to advocate well for others. His dry sense of humor and insights are incredibly helpful to those of both Mixed ethnicity and…
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In today’s episode of Mixed Blessing: Breaking Bread at the Multiethnic Table, we get to visit with Ashley Bauer-Yuen. Ashley is a wonderful storyteller and has a unique perspective in a lot of different spheres of life. She occupies the in-between land in so many ways, and we are all richer for being able to learn from her. Her creativity and humo…
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Episode 8: Cultural Identity and the Origins of Asian America
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What is the story of Asian America? Jane Hong sits down with Raymond Chang and Michelle Ami Reyes to talk about the roots of the term “Asian American,” the impact of the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act on Asian immigration, and what kinds of changes can be made to immigration today. Jane Hong is associate professor of history at Occidental Col…
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Description: In this episode of Mixed Blessing: Breaking Bread at the Multiethnic Table, we get to chat with Steve Tamayo. Steve is so good at bringing others to the table and welcoming them as familia. So I know you’ll be encouraged by our conversation, just as I was. He’s our first Mixed Blessing podcast guest that was also featured in the Mixed …
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Episode 7: Cultural Identity and the Silencing of Asian American Women
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Author and speaker Tiffany Bluhm joins Raymond Chang and Michelle Ami Reyes to talk about how Scripture helps us deconstruct harmful ideologies and practices that silence Asian American women. In their conversation, they talk about Tiffany’s book, “Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell The Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up!”, and what it looks…
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In this episode of Mixed Blessing: Breaking Bread at the Multiethnic Table, I am joined for a relaxing cup of tea by our guest, Jennifer Clark. We chat about our families of origin, the nuance of the mixed experience and the different ways in which we multiethnic folks tend to make homes out of the liminal spaces we inhabit. We honor the mothers, g…
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Episode 6: Cultural Identity and Asian American Stereotypes
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What should we know about Asian American stereotypes and how can we deconstruct them? Raymond Chang and Michelle Ami Reyes talk with Sherrene Delong about the model minority myth and perpetual foreigner stereotype, and how we can reclaim our cultural identities as individuals and communities. Sherrene DeLong (MATS, Westminster Seminary California) …
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Episode 5: Cultural Identity as Resistance
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How can our cultural identity inform our resistance to the status quo? Is there a biblical precedent for reclaiming cultural identity? Raymond Chang and Michelle Reyes talk to Robert Chao Romero, author of the upcoming book Brown Church (InterVarsity Press), about the role of the church planting in advancing justice and what it means to have an eth…
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In this episode of the Mixed Blessing podcast, I get to drink and spill some metaphorical tea with our guest, Brandi Miller. We talk about everything from overturning the “de-racialization” of black and brown folks to the power of finding joy through humor and perseverance. Brandi shares about how her specific embodiment as a black woman shapes her…
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Episode 4: Cultural Identity and Embracing Our Roots
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How do we construct our cultural identity? What does it mean to celebrate it? How does having a mixed ethnic identity contribute to our understanding of being Asian American? Ray and Michelle chat with Chandra Crane, author of Mixed Blessing, about cultural inheritance, multiethnicity, and reclaiming an Asian identity. Chandra Crane (B.S. Education…
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Episode 3: Cultural Identity and Family Ties
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How do we navigate the cultural differences between our parents, our children, and us? What kinds of bonds exist between first- and second-generation Asian Americans? What kinds of disconnections arise? Ray and Michelle sit down with Tasha Jun to talk about family history, reclaiming her Korean American identity, and the role of cultural identity i…
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In our inaugural episode of the Mixed Blessing podcast, we have the honor of sitting down with Robert Chao Romero. We get to hear about his beautiful family legacy, the Black Lab dog that benevolently rules their household, his work with the Brown Church Institute, and so much more. Come break bread with us at the multiethnic table as Robert and I …
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Episode 2: Cultural Identity and the Importance of History
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Where do the roots of our cultural identities lie? How do we square our ethnicities with our status as those grafted into God’s people? Can ethnic nationalism be a force for positive change? Join Raymond Chang and Hanmee Kim as they talk about history, the applicability of the American racial framework to Asian societies, and much more. Hanmee Kim …
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In this intro episode of the Mixed Blessing podcast, Chandra Crane tells some of her own multiethnic story and shares a preview of the types of conversations she’ll be having with an amazing line-up of guests this season. Join her at the multiethnic table to discuss everything from Thai-Southern fusion food to the Marvel fandom to lament & joy and …
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Episode 1: Reclaiming Cultural Identity: A Biblical Framework
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AACC President Raymond Chang and Vice President Michelle Reyes introduce the theme of our second season on reclaiming cultural identity. This season will focus on questions including: What is cultural identity, and what does it mean to be Asian American? Each episode will highlight special guests on topics ranging from fighting stereotypes to uniqu…
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If you’ve ever had someone randomly ask you, “What are you?” because of your mixed ethnicity, the Mixed Blessing podcast is for you. If you’ve ever wondered to yourself, because of your multiethnic heritage, “What AM I?” then this podcast is for you, too. And if you want to hear more about how our brown, Middle-Eastern Savior also had a mixed herit…
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Episode 9: Jeff Liou on Justice and Critical Race Theory
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Raymond Chang and Michelle Reyes talk with Jeff Liou about Critical Race Theory: What is it? How do we engage with CRT from a biblical framework? Why do so many Christians think it’s unbiblical? And what unique perspectives can Asian Americans offer within conversations on CRT? Dr. Jeff Liou is an Anti-Racism Resource Specialist at AACC. He also se…
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Episode 8: Russell Jeung on Justice and Political Engagement
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What does the intersection of justice and political engagement look like Biblically? What should this mean for the Asian American Christian community right now? Raymond Chang and Michelle Reyes sit down with Dr. Russell Jeung, author and professor of Asian American Studies at San Francisco State University, to talk about Biblical political engageme…
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Episode 7: Sam George on Justice in Global Missions
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How can we approach global missions in a way that is just, peaceful, and whole? Why should Asian American Christians care about justice within global missions? Raymond Chang and Michelle Reyes sit down with Sam George, Director of Global Diaspora Institute at Wheaton College Billy Graham Center and Catalyst for Diasporas for the Lausanne Movement. …
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Episode 6: Nikki Toyama-Szeto on Justice for Women
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Raymond Chang and Michelle Reyes welcome Nikki Toyama-Szeto, Executive Director of Christians for Social Action, to talk about the challenges Asian American women face, the riches Asian American women bring to their communities, and how we can pursue justice for all women. They offer a Biblical framework for understanding justice around women’s iss…
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Episode 5: Tim Tseng on Asian American Christian Leaders in History
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Raymond Chang welcomes Tim Tseng to talk about how churches and Christian organizations can better equip the next generation of Asian Americans to live out the gospel, particularly in our pursuit of justice. They also share about historical leaders in Asian American Christianity and what we can learn from their lives. As Pacific Area Director for I…
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Episode 4: Nancy Yuen on Asian American Representation in Entertainment
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What would real and just cultural representation of Asian Americans in entertainment look like? And why should Asian American Christians care about cultural representation, anyways? Raymond Chang and Michelle Reyes sit down with Nancy Yuen and talk about movies like Crazy Rich Asians, Parasite, and Never Have I Ever, the idea of an Asian Bechdel te…
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Episode 3: Jenny Yang on Justice for the Immigrant
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Raymond Chang and Michelle Ami Reyes welcome Jenny Yang, Senior Vice President of Advocacy & Policy at World Relief, to share what we can learn from the Bible about just treatment of immigrants. They discuss immigration laws, their personal experiences as children of immigrants, what Asian Americans should understand about immigration, and how we c…
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