Finding Asia in America

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Teens from Sycamore High School interview Simon Tam, the leader of the punk rock group, The Slants.

Culture shapes identity, influencing how you grow and view the world around you. In this episode, teens from Mason High school share their experiences as Americans from Hispanic and Chinese cultural backgrounds, as well as what their heritage means to them.

In this episode, Lillian Wang, GCCCEA Youth Group leader shares her journey of exploring her cultural heritage and finding her identity in our multi-ethnic society with Felicity Tao, GCCCEA's Board Co-Chair. She will also discuss a book called Portrait of a Thief, which influenced her on this journey.

Teens from the Greater Cincinnati Cultural Exchange Association and Asian Youth Alliance discuss issues at school with Sycamore Community Schools Superintendent, Mr. Chad Lewis.

Six pop-culture-savvy teenagers from the GCCCEA Youth program give their take on the Marvel blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. One more spoiler: They have some brilliant insights into the language, mythology, music, design, and family dynamics of this martial arts-infused Hollywood blockbuster.

Recorded in collaboration with Democracy and Me.

Introducing the second set of members on this podcast.

Introducing the members of this podcast.