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Breaking into Hollywood through the Asian American lens. Listen to interviews and stories from filmmaker, writer, and media activist, Mas Moriya.
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Breaking into Hollywood: A Beginner's Blueprint

Strong Asian LeadAug 22, 2023

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Breaking into Hollywood: A Beginner's Blueprint

Breaking into Hollywood: A Beginner's Blueprint

From actors to screenwriters, directors to cinematographers, we explore the first steps to ignite your creative passion and enter the entertainment world. Whether you're dipping your toes in or already immersed, our casual chat and expert insights will guide you on your journey. Plus, we'll dive into the iconic movie 'Enter the Dragon' and discover its lessons for aspiring filmmakers.


Mas' Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya ⁠


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Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ ⁠


Crowdfunding -  ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/donate ⁠


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Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead ⁠


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Aug 22, 202301:14:01
Paying it Forward: The Secret Door to Hollywood

Paying it Forward: The Secret Door to Hollywood

Dive into Hollywood as we reveal the transformative power of kindness and how 'paying it forward' can rewrite your starry destiny. Tune in to discover the hidden ripple effects of generosity in Tinseltown and be inspired to make a difference in your own way.


Jungle Book: https://members.strongasianlead.com/p/strongasianlead/resource/i/04a91b74-62de-4f9f-b443-a55518175975/?sgj=am


Mas' Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya ⁠


SAL Links: ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/ ⁠


Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ ⁠


Crowdfunding -  ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/donate ⁠


Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/strongasianlead ⁠


Venmo: ⁠@StrongAsianLead⁠


Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead ⁠


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Aug 15, 202301:04:37
No Stands For Next Opportunity: Kicking on Hollywood's Doors

No Stands For Next Opportunity: Kicking on Hollywood's Doors

In this empowering episode, we explore the transformative power of 'No'. We take you behind the scenes of Hollywood's glamour, sharing my personal stories from the industry and how I turned their rejection slips into stepping stones. Each 'No' they encountered was not a rejection, but the 'Next Opportunity' paving their path to success. Tune in to learn how you can apply these lessons to your own journey, transforming every 'No' into a new possibility.


3 Ninjas (1992):

https://members.strongasianlead.com/p/strongasianlead/resource/i/32b753d7-b8b4-4265-aca7-fe203cc27b25/?sgj=am



Mas' Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya ⁠


SAL Links: ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/ ⁠


Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ ⁠


Crowdfunding -  ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/donate ⁠


Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/strongasianlead ⁠


Venmo: ⁠@StrongAsianLead⁠


Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead ⁠


Subscribe to our newsletter and become a member at ⁠https://members.strongasianlead.com⁠


Aug 08, 202301:10:05
Honest Insights: How to Give and Receive Constructive Criticism
Aug 01, 202301:01:02
Return of the Podcast!

Return of the Podcast!

Got tired of waiting on myself to restart the podcast. So I'm coming back, quick and dirty, run and gun style. A few thoughts here and there. Once a week, maybe twice.


Thank everyone who was still listening to the podcast even thought I wasn't posting. These show notes will get better too. Just doing this because I'd rather spend the time doing a podcast than doing an instagram post.


Mas' Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya ⁠


SAL Links: ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/ ⁠


Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ ⁠


Crowdfunding -  ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/donate ⁠


Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/strongasianlead ⁠


Venmo: ⁠@StrongAsianLead⁠


Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead ⁠


Subscribe to our newsletter and become a member at ⁠https://members.strongasianlead.com⁠


Jul 25, 202337:38
Mixed Asian w/ Genevieve Kang
Oct 18, 202201:38:40
Directing w/ Dinh Thai
Oct 11, 202201:02:13
Literary Managment & South Asian Empowerment w/ Bash Naran

Literary Managment & South Asian Empowerment w/ Bash Naran

What does having a literary manager mean in the industry and how does a writer work with their manager? And where do South Asians in entertianment go to network, find resources, and share experience? That's what we're discussing with Bash Naran, a former literary manager (now an agent at WME). Find out how writers can empower themselves to tell great stories while being authentically themselves. 


Connect with The Salon: the salon.xyz


Thanks for listening


Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya

SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/donate

Venmo: @StrongAsianLead or @MasMoriya

Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead

Subscribe to our newsletter and updates at https://members.strongasianlead.com

Oct 06, 202252:27
Acting as a Career - Katie Chang

Acting as a Career - Katie Chang

Katie and I discuss the life and struggles of being an actor and the skills that are helpful to have. We also discuss what it means to Katie to tell stories as a writer.  

Links and Handles: 

Katie's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4583512/ 

Katie's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katie___chang/ 

Pantheon - https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/0U58K58V50XWKXYFAZ3FVYB96J/ref=atv_dl_rdr?tag=justus1ktp-20 

Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya 

SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/ 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ 

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/donate 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead 

Subscribe to our newsletter and updates at https://members.strongasianlead.com

Sep 29, 202243:59
Inclusive Screenwriting - Ashwini Prasad

Inclusive Screenwriting - Ashwini Prasad

Focusing on discussions around building a community based on equity, Masami reviews the state of inclusivity within the entertainment industry with author of How To Write Inclusively: An Analysis & How To Guide and screenwriter Ashwini Prasad. Ashwini speaks on the fluidity of identity and using privilege to stand up for the underrepresented and victims within the industry. Together Masami and Ashwini emphasize the need for internal, conscious change while working to saturate the industry with various perspectives in all stages of production.

Podcast Show Notes Guest Title: Ashwini Prasad Recording Date: 7/27/2021

Episode Transcript: https://strongasianlead.com/ashwini-prasad-interview/

Topics Discussed:

Topic 1 - The current state of social media space that demands content that speaks to everyone.

Topic 2 - The fluidity of identity.

Topic 3 - How Ashwini embraced, appreciated, and reclaimed her name and the culture behind it.

Topic 4 - What studios are doing right and areas that need improvement.

Topic 5 - Bringing in honest conversations for more inclusivity and representation.

Topic 6 - Letting the cast and story speak for themselves.

Topic 7 - Media’s influence on perceptions of ethnicities and cultures.

Topic 8 - The need yet reluctance for conscious, internal change.

Topic 9 - What it looks like to build a community based on equity.

Topic 10 - The importance of having many different perspectives in all stages of production.

Topic 11 - Using self-awareness to stand up for victims in the entertainment industry.

Topic 12 - Closing thoughts.


Links and Handles:

Ashwini’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theinclusivescreenwriter/?hl=en

Ashwini’s Website - https://theinclusivescreenwriter.com

SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding



Sep 22, 202259:41
The Stolen Children - Elizabeth Jacobs & Phoebe J Yung

The Stolen Children - Elizabeth Jacobs & Phoebe J Yung

Filmmakers, Lizzie Jacobs and Phobe Yung, discuss their new upcoming project, a documentary film about the stolen children within Cambodia. They describe their passions and worries when it comes to the next steps for their project. Mas also provides them with similar stories and experiences to help the young creators continue on in their filming.

Podcast Show Notes Guest Title: The Stolen Child

Recording Date: 09/11/2021


Topics Discussed:

Topic 1 - (0:00 - 4:11) Backstory of “The Stolen Children”

Topic 2 - (4:12 - 5:42) Lizzie and Phobe’s prior film experience

Topic 3 - (5:43 - 8:40) Phobe’s film process as a producer

Topic 4 - (8:41 - 11:25) Why Documentary Filmmaking? Phobe’s love for documentary

Topic 5 - (11:26 - 15:36) Lizzie’s love for documentary, highlights Cambodia

Topic 6 - (15:37 - 16:16) Concerns about their upcoming trip to Cambodia

Topic 7 -  (16:17 - 19:03) Lizzie’s mission to help others with the film

Topic 8 - (19:04 - 23:55) Phobe’s worries and concerns as a producer

Topic 9 - (23:56 - 28:42) Thoughts, hopes, and opinions on the film industry

Topic 10 - (28:43  - 31:22) Cambodian-American stories in media

Topic 15 - Wrapping up/Closing statements


Links and Handles:

The Stolen Children’s GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-stolen-children-film-part-2?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer 


Lizzie Jacobs’ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizziejacobs1/

Phobe Yung’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phoebeyyung/

Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya

The Stolen Children Webstie - https://www.thestolenchildrenfilm.com/

A Doc Website - https://a-doc.org/

The Stolen Children’s Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thestolenchildrenfilm?lang=en

The Stolen Children’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thestolenchildren/



SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead


Episode Transcript: https://strongasianlead.com/transcript-the-stolen-children-lizzie-jacobs-interview/

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Sep 15, 202231:48
Jon Lee Brody - Filmmaker / Screenwriter
Sep 08, 202201:19:30
Cold Tofu Comedy w/ Marilyn Tokuda - LEGACY

Cold Tofu Comedy w/ Marilyn Tokuda - LEGACY

Taking a look at the commonly overlooked, rich history of early Asian American cinema groups, Masami shares a reflective conversation with actress, former arts education director of East West Players, founder of Cold Tofu, and former Co-Chair of the Asian Pacific American Media Coalition, Marilyn Tokuda. Marilyn delves deep into her internal struggles at the beginning of her acting career and how the various mentors she had within the community were pivotal in shaping her journey. Masami and Marilyn emphasize the importance of early Asian American coalitions and activists and the need to continue advocacy in the entertainment industry.


Podcast Show Notes Guest Title: Marilyn Tokuda Recording Date: 10/12/2021

Episode Title: Cold Tofu Comedy w/ Marilyn Tokuda

Topics Discussed:

Topic 1 - The impact of East West Players.

Topic 2 - The impetuses and mentors who encouraged and sparked Marilyn’s acting journey.

Topic 3 - How she derived her strength from wanting to be different from Asian stereotypes. Topic 4 - The motivations and beginnings of how Marilyn started Cold Tofu Topic 5 - Finding her own unique voice within the Asian American community.

Topic 6 - The passionate history behind Cold Tofu’s success and development

Topic 7 - How nonprofit comedy groups stay financially stable.

Topic 8 - Marilyn’s involvement in East West Players.

Topic 9 - The importance of having positive role models within the Asian American community. Topic 10 - Coalitions’ effects on changing the theater and film industry.

Topic 11 - Breaking the cycle of silencing her own voice.

Topic 12 - Making noise to keep networks accountable.

Topic 13 - Demanding increasing initiatives and development for Asian Americans within the industry.

Topic 14 - Closing thoughts.


Transcript: https://strongasianlead.com/transcript-marilyn-tokuda-interview/ 


Links and Handles:

Marilyn’s IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0865795/

Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya

SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/donate

Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrongAsianLead

Subscribe to our newsletter and updates at https://members.strongasianlead.com

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/

Aug 30, 202201:02:35
LIVE: Evolving AAPI Representation w/ Karen Tran Wood, Filiz Bahmanpour, & Travis Atreo

LIVE: Evolving AAPI Representation w/ Karen Tran Wood, Filiz Bahmanpour, & Travis Atreo

We're joined by Karen Tran Wood, Senior Publicity Manager at IW GROUP INC, Filiz Bahmanpour, VP of Product at GRACENOTE (a Nielsen Company),

and Travis Atreo, musician, artist, and CEO of FANDED.


We discussed how publicity can help any and all artists promote themselves and their careers, how data can be used to show us the evolving representation of Asian Americans in entertainment, and why it's important for artists to be themselves in order to have fulfilling careers as expressive artists. 


This was a live recording at our in-person event on August 20, 2022. If you’re interested in attending an in-person event in the future, please subscribe to our newsletter at members.strongasianlead.com


Panelist Socials:

Travis Atreo: @travisatreo

Karen Tran Wood: @karenthuytien 

Filiz Bahmanpour: @nielsenmedia


Masami Moriya

IG: @MasMoriya

Twitter: @MasMoriya


Links:

Strong Asian Lead Homepage

Instagram - @strongasianlead_

Twitter - @strongasianlead

Facebook – Strong Asian Lead

Crowdfunding - LINK

Patreon - LINK

Youtube  - CHANNEL



Aug 22, 202248:07
Bullet Train Review w/ Maria Gee & Kirie Venture
Aug 12, 202201:20:34
Still on Hiatus - Working Hard

Still on Hiatus - Working Hard

Things are extra busy at Strong Asian Lead and for me personally. Rent and bills still have to be paid and that means taking up a full time job as a freelancer. We want to keep doing podcasts and sharing interviews, but our small volunteer team can only handle so much. Our main focus is in person events, and we’ve found these to be the most impactful for the community. We hope that you’ll join us there and give us grace on our podcasts. Until then, take care!
Jul 25, 202202:53
CH: Hidden Gems and General Discussion

CH: Hidden Gems and General Discussion

Our clubhouse discussion and recommendations of Asian and Asian American films, Tv, and series. We also discussed other contemporary issues, Black representation, and Latinx Representation. Tune in to hear recommendations and check the links in the show notes for what we recommended.  Join us on Clubhouse on Wednesdays at 6pm PT.  Thanks to our guests: David AN Bill Tung Lauren Lola John Wu Warren Den Pedro Chavez Recommendations:  Cheer Up, Mr. Lee - 2019 A Picture of You - 2013 Zero to Hero - 2021 Giri / Haji - 2019 More to Heaven - 2021 Jeff Adachi (Director Writer, Producer, Lawyer) The Slanted Screen: Asian Men in Film & Television - 2006 You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story - 2009 America Needs a Racial Facial - 2016 NCIS: Hawai'i - 2021 The Fabulous Filipino Brothers - 2021 Wong Fu Productions Miss Saigon Original - 1989 London Cast Living Single - 1993-1998 The Debut - 2001 All American Girl - 1994 Mr. T and Tina - 1976 Lumpia 10th Anniversary Remastered Edition - 2003 The Hot Zone: Anthrax - 2021 Michael Peña The Origin of LUMPIA - Making the original 2003 #LumpiaMovie The first Filipino movie star in Hollywood is a woman Guy Aoki vs. Sarah Silverman on “Politically Incorrect”
Apr 03, 202202:30:45
Going on Hiatus, again.

Going on Hiatus, again.

Thank you everybody for continuing to subscribe. We are going on a hiatus and I know we haven’t been constantly on episodes but right now we have to take a break as we need to hire support staff for Strong Asian Lead. Until then stay strong and will be back as soon as we can. Take care. Be well.
Feb 24, 202201:46
Cross-Ethnic Performances w/Maria Gee
Feb 08, 202249:43
Why I embrace my AsAm Identity
Feb 01, 202254:53
Mixed Asian Media w/ Alex Chester
Jan 25, 202201:00:52
Documentaries on Asian American Cinema

Documentaries on Asian American Cinema

Let's talk Asian American cinema history, cause public school doesn't teach anything.

What to watch:
Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir
CLAIMING A VOICE
History of MANAA
Slaying the Dragon
The Slanted Screen
More than Miyagi

Having trouble breaking into Hollywood?
Book your free discovery call with Mas Moriya.

Links:
Strong Asian Lead Homepage
Instagram - @strongasianlead_
Twitter - @strongasianlead
Facebook – Strong Asian Lead
Crowdfunding - LINK
Patreon - LINK
Youtube - CHANNEL
Masami Moriya
IG: @MasMoriya
Twitter: @MasMoriya
Deso: @MasMoriya
Music by Diana Chow
Jan 18, 202246:34
LEGACIES: TIM DANG - Preserving History Through Performance

LEGACIES: TIM DANG - Preserving History Through Performance

This week, I speak with Tim Dang, former Artistic Producing Director of East West Players, the longest running POC/Asian American theatre company in America. Tim is an actor, producer and director who also teaches at USC. We also speak about his play, Beijing Spring.


Screenwriters, Directors, Filmmakers:

Book your free discovery call with Mas Moriya.


Links:

Strong Asian Lead Homepage

Instagram - @strongasianlead_

Twitter - @strongasianlead

Facebook – Strong Asian Lead

Crowdfunding - LINK

Patreon - LINK

Youtube  - CHANNEL


Masami Moriya

IG: @MasMoriya

Twitter: @MasMoriya

Deso: @MasMoriya


Music by Diana Chow

Jan 13, 202201:39:01
Asian American Stories or Stories with Asian Americans?
Jan 11, 202249:40
5 Asian American Films that Changed my Life
Jan 06, 202247:11
2022! Let's Level Up!
Jan 04, 202201:19:35
CH: Shang-Chi Honest Reviews

CH: Shang-Chi Honest Reviews

Thank you for your interest in our Clubhouse discussion on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. This was an in-depth discussion and reviews from the people. The consensus? Good for representation, but not actually a great movie. Exciting, action-packed, and entertaining, but littered with plot holes, orientalizing of "magical Asians", bad third act, and another movie written by a majority White writers room. 

Take a listen to the people and hear what they have to say. Thank you to all those who came to the room and shared your opinions with the public. 

David AN - @a.n.publishing

Skye Nakamura - @skyenakamura

Ernest Lo - @E.l.1311

James Immanuel Mayuga - @just.james321

Keith Watabayashi - @kwatabayashi

Danita Patterson - @danitadestinypatterson

Bill Tung - @btung64

Hello Kiki - @luvpinkhellokitty

Harmony Zhang - @harmonyzhang

Captain China

Covan Rei - @covanrei

Craig T Williams - @redwallpro


SAL Links:

Strong Asian Lead Homepage

Instagram - @strongasianlead_

Twitter - @strongasianlead

Facebook – Strong Asian Lead

Crowdfunding - LINK

SAL Podcast Team:

Outreach Manager - Rachel Michiko Whitney (Website / @rachel_michiko)

Podcast Producer - Gina Kim (@gina.sk)

Social Media - Jenilee De La Fuente (Website / @jenilee_dlf) + Kevin Fenix (Website / @k.fenix)

Brand Voice - Rowenna-Riley Ji-Young Kim (@rowennarileykim)

Canva Designer - Dennis-Michael Broussard (Website / @carpe_dm)


Automated Transcript can be found here: https://strongasianlead.com/clubhouse-transcripts/ch-recording-shang-chi-honest-dis

Sep 23, 202102:43:07
Justin Chon / Impact & Storytelling (Season Finale)

Justin Chon / Impact & Storytelling (Season Finale)

In this episode of Strong Asian Lead Podcast, David interviews Justin Chon whose new film ‘Blue Bayou’ comes out this weekend. David and Justin discuss about the movie ‘Blue Bayou’, the influence of Asian American culture, how Justin got into the film industry, deportation, adoptees, film industry advice and more.

Topics discussed in this episode:

00:18—David’s film watching experience

07:07—Justin Chon’s Asian American influence

10:01—Justin’s entry to film scene

12:04—Why Justin took up directing?

18:35—Problem with Asian storytelling in Hollywood

21:25—Justin’s preparation for Blue Bayou

28:33—Justin’s learning about deportation process while researching for the film

30:16—Filmmaking lessons from Justin’s experience

31:36—Justin’s plans for future

33:14—Creators who inspire Justin

34:09—Justin’s advice for budding artists and filmmakers entering the industry



Buy your tickets HERE!

Follow Justin Chon

IG: @justinchon

IG: @BlueBayouFilm

Thank you Focus Features


SAL Links:

Strong Asian Lead Homepage

Instagram - @strongasianlead_

Crowdfunding - LINK


SAL Podcast Team:

Outreach Manager - Rachel Michiko Whitney (Website / @rachel_michiko)

Podcast Producer - Gina Kim (@gina.sk)

Social Media - Jenilee De La Fuente (@jenilee_dlf) + Kevin Fenix (Website / @k.fenix)

Brand Voice - Rowenna-Riley Ji-Young Kim (@rowennarileykim)

Canva Designer - Dennis-Michael Broussard (Website / @carpe_dm)

Audio Editor - Vanya Shruti (Fiverr / LinkedIn)

Transcript & Shownotes: Mohamed Syed (Fiverr)


Episode Transcript: https://strongasianlead.com/pod-transcripts/transcript-justin-chon

Calls to Action: Sign up for Asian Film Network (Beta) - http://asianfilmnetwork.com


Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by - Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/tDexBj46oNI



Sep 17, 202142:32
Check in: Taking a Break is Good for your Health
Sep 07, 202126:44
CH - Mixed Asians in Media
Aug 20, 202103:26:47
Expanding the Asian Diaspora w/ Soma Helmi

Expanding the Asian Diaspora w/ Soma Helmi

This week David talks with writer and director, Soma Helmi, about the differences in the entertainment and film industries within Indonesia and the United States, why she was drawn to the story-shaping abilities of directing, finding peace with her mixed identity, and the powerful future of Indonesian and Indonesian American stories in Hollywood.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: Soma Helmi

Recording Date: 29-07-2021

Episode Title: Expanding the Asian Diaspora w/ Soma Helmi


Topics Discussed:

Topic 1 - Upbringing in Bali

Topic 2 - Transitioning to different careers

Topic 3 - The story-shaping ability of directing

Topic 4 - Sustaining creativity during a pandemic

Topic 5 - The power of community and coming together

Topic 6 - First small production with Yoshi Sudarso and Miki Ishikawa

Topic 7 - Film industry in Indonesia vs. Los Angeles

Topic 8 - Power and universality of multicultural storytelling

Topic 9 - Being mixed race in Bali and feelings of being “othered”

Topic 10 - Finding peace with her mixed identity

Topic 11 - Indonesian stories in Western media

Topic 12 - The Weekend

Topic 13 - Southeast representation in the entertainment industry

Topic 14 - Closing thoughts


Mentioned Notes:

Future Women of TV of 2020

Yoshi Sudarso

Miki Ishikawa

Ryu Minami

Eat, Pray, Love (Film)

The Weekend Seed & Spark Campaign - www.theweekendshort.com


Links:

Handles:

Soma’s Instagram -

https://www.instagram.com/somahelmi/

Soma’s Twitter -

https://twitter.com/somahelmi

Soma’s Website -

www.somahelmi.com

David's Instagram -

https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Aug 18, 202101:00:18
CH - What Hollywood Doesn't Understand - 8.11.21

CH - What Hollywood Doesn't Understand - 8.11.21

Recording Date: August 11, 2021 Episode Title: What Hollywood Doesn’t Understand Guests: 

Alex Christian - https://instagram.com/alexchristianfit?utm_medium=copy_link 

Darrick Collins - https://instagram.com/whateverittakesfilms?utm_medium=copy_link 

Upendo William - https://instagram.com/upendomwilliam?utm_medium=copy_link 

Amy Z Chan - https://instagram.com/amyzchan?utm_medium=copy_link 

Vero Nica - https://twitter.com/mateconchipa?s=21 

Topics Discussed: Asian Male Representation Diversity Budgets at Studios White Washing Diversity within our cultures and communities Intersectionality Publishing - Books turning into movies Asian American - North and South America Handles:  D

David’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/  

SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/  Clubhouse - StrongAsianLead.club  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /  Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding  SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/  Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by - Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/tDexBj46oNI Transcripts: https://strongasianlead.com/pod-transcripts/what-hollywood-doesnt-understad

Aug 12, 202101:41:39
David Moriya & Strong Asian Lead

David Moriya & Strong Asian Lead

Taking a quick break from our scheduled programming. This week David talks about his journey within the entertainment industry, the brainchild that is ‘Strong Asian Lead’, and what drives him as a storyteller.


Podcast Show Notes

Recording Date: 08-05-2021

Episode Title: David Moriya & Strong Asian Lead

Topics Discussed:
Topic 1 - Introduction
Topic 2 - Growing up in California and moving to New York City
Topic 3 - Storytelling across various mediums
Topic 4 - The environment of the entertainment industry
Topic 5 - Los Angeles vs. New York City with Asian Americans in entertainment
Topic 6 - Living out of his car and the impact of COVID
Topic 7 - Building Strong Asian Lead and its evolution
Topic 8 - David’s growth as a screenwriter and creator
Topic 9 - The evolution of creating a story
Topic 10 - Creating ‘Rogue Photo’ and photography
Topic 11 - The future of Strong Asian Lead and new projects on the horizon
Topic 12 -  Intersectionality of creativity and learning all aspects of production
Topic 13 - Finding that work-life balance
Topic 14 - Concluding thoughts


Links:

Handles: 
David’s Instagram -
https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/ 

SAL Links:
https://strongasianlead.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /
Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding
SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/ 

SAL Podcast Team:
Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Episode Transcript: https://strongasianlead.com/pod-transcripts/david-moriya-strong-asian-lead

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!


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Aug 11, 202136:20
Chasing Fulfillment w/ Henry Ong

Chasing Fulfillment w/ Henry Ong

Approaching the entertainment industry from a different angle, David sits down to talk with marketing extraordinaire, incredible speaker, and mentor, Henry Ong. Not only does he touch upon his experience helping to launch some of the most successful projects in Hollywood to date, David and Henry dive into the intensity of re-centering your purpose, how influential media is in shaping perception, and the investment we need to have in the next generation of changemakers.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: Henry Ong

Recording Date: 2021-06-18

Episode Title: Chasing Fulfillment w/ Henry Ong


Topics Discussed:

Topic 1 - How Henry sees himself

Topic 2 - Being a son of immigrants and his upbringing

Topic 3 - The story of his parents

Topic 4 - Henry’s evolution of self-identity

Topic 5 - Life-changing moments & re-evaluating current paths

Topic 6 - Asian Americans in the entertainment industry

Topic 7 - Marketing & how media shapes perception

Topic 8 - Authentic storytelling

Topic 9 - Mentoring the next generation of changemakers

Topic 10 - Everyone's on their own path

Topic 11 - The future of equity, inclusion, & representation

Topic 12 - Closing thoughts


Links:

Handles:

Henry’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryong/

Henry’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrhenryong/

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!


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Aug 03, 202101:04:45
Building The Table w/ Sujata Day

Building The Table w/ Sujata Day

Emphasizing the importance of South Asian representation in the larger Asian American conversation, this week David talks with director, writer, and actress, Sujata Day. They discuss how her debut feature film “Definition Please” came to be, how groundbreaking “Bend It Like Beckham” was, the realities of creating an indie film, and the continuous journey of building your table in Hollywood.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: Sujata Day

Recording Date: 2021-06-23

Episode Title: Building The Table w/ Sujata Day


Topics Discussed:

Topic 1 - Combining both academic and creative endeavors

Topic 2 - Family support and the influence of culture on Sujata’s career

Topic 3 - The journey of “Definition Please”

Topic 4 - Creating short films and gathering her team

Topic 5 - Struggles of financing indie projects

Topic 6 - Incorporating her Indian American heritage into the movie

Topic 7 - Actors of color and secondary characters

Topic 8 - Bengali and South Asian representation in Hollywood

Topic 9 - Studios and agencies need to back BIPOC actors

Topic 10 - The dynamics of the writer’s room

Topic 11 - Building your table


Links:

Handles:

Sujata’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sujataday/

Sujata’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/sujataday

Definition Please Website - https://www.sujataday.com/definition-please

Definition Please Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/definitionplease/

Definition Please Twitter - https://twitter.com/DefnPlease

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/


Mentioned Notes:

“7th Heaven” (TV Series)

Case Western University

“Awkward Black Girl” (Web Series)

Rabindranath Tagore

“Gook” (Film, Justin Chon)

“Ms. Purple” (Film, Justin Chon)

“Cowboy and Indian” (Short Film, Sujata Day)

LA Asian Film Festival

CAAM Fest

Austin Asian American Film Festival

Tina Mayberry

Debbie Allen

Dino Ray-Ramos

E Film/Company 3

Skywalker Ranch

Masala Lay’s Chips

Thumbs Up Soda

Bend It Like Beckham

Kim Saira & “Spill Your Guts” Petition

“Blowing Up Right Now”

#OscarsSoWhite #EmmysSoWhite

Issa Rae

Matthew Cherry (“Nine Rides”)

Justin Chon

Tanuj Chopra


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Jul 27, 202101:14:37
On Being Blasian w/ Ryan Alexander Holmes

On Being Blasian w/ Ryan Alexander Holmes

This week, David sits down to talk with actor and content creator, Ryan Alexander Holmes to examine and go deeper into how content creation can help you tell your truth, the systemic colorism issues that plague the Asian American community, and the cultural significance of Rush Hour on his Black and Asian identity growing up.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: Ryan Alexander Holmes

Recording Date: 2021-06-15

Episode Title: On Being Blasian w/ Ryan Alexander Holmes

Topics Discussed In This Episode:

Topic 1 - Learning how to make new friendships and the audition process during the pandemic

Topic 2 - Ryan and his identity

Topic 3 - Creating digital content throughout 2020 and 2021

Topic 4 - Breaking down what others see vs. how Ryan sees himself

Topic 5 - Strength in numbers

Topic 6 - Acting and navigating the industry as a multi-ethnic person

Topic 7 - Blasian representation in media

Topic 8 - Colorism in the Asian community

Topic 9 - Representation/role models growing up or lack thereof

Topic 10 - The cultural significance of Rush Hour

Topic 11 - The broken education system

Topic 12 - Closing thoughts


Links:

Handles:

Ryan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ryanalexh/

Ryan’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanalexh?lang=en

Emi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/defiant.changemaker/

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/


Mentioned Notes:

Marlon Wayans & A Haunted House 2 (Film, 2014)

Kim’s Convenience Backlash - https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2021-06-11/kims-convenience-simu-liu-jean-yoon-asian-representation

Adele Lim & Crazy Rich Asians

Dave Chapelle

Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher (Guy Aoki vs. Sarah Silverman) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsNoO8xMs04

It Started With Words - https://itstartedwithwords.org/

Rush Hour (Film, 1998)

Yuri Kochiyama & Malcolm X

Black Lawyers Who Fought for Japanese Incarcerated Individuals

13th (Film, Ava DuVernay)

Amend: The Fight for America (Film, Will Smith)


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding - https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Jul 20, 202101:08:17
Authenticity & Acting w/ Miki Ishikawa and Emi Lea Kamemoto

Authenticity & Acting w/ Miki Ishikawa and Emi Lea Kamemoto

This week, David and Emi met with actress and industry veteran Miki Ishikawa to talk about her upbringing, the in’s and out’s of being a child actor, and continuing her journey to the acting career she has today. They also get into the nitty gritty of the many truths of representation across the Asian and Asian American diaspora, her experience on the set of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' and 'The Terror: Infamy', and why the conversation towards a better future is never ending.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: Miki Ishikawa

Recording Date: 2021-03-19

Episode Title: Authenticity & Acting


Topics Discussed In This Episode:

Topic 1 - How Miki deals with grief and violence against communities

Topic 2 - Miki’s identity and background

Topic 3 - Representation

Topic 4 - Casting in Hollywood

Topic 5 - 'The Terror: Infamy'

Topic 6 - Closing thoughts

Topic 7 - Uplifting marginalized communities


Links:

Handles:

Miki’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikimou5e/

Miki’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikiishikawa

Emi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/defiant.changemaker/

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/


Mentioned Notes:

The Terror: Infamy (Television Series, 1 season)

Minari (Film)

Yellow Rose (Film)

Lingua Franca (Film)

“No No Boy’ - https://bookshop.org/books/no-no-boy/9780295994048

‘Midnight in Broad Daylight’ - https://www.harpercollins.com/products/midnight-in-broad-daylight-pamela-rotner-sakamoto

‘Looking Like The Enemy’ - https://www.lookingliketheenemy.com/

‘Runaway Horses’ - https://www.waterstones.com/book/runaway-horses/yukio-mishima/9780099282891

‘Klara and the Sun’ - https://www.waterstones.com/book/klara-and-the-sun/kazuo-ishiguro/9780571366217

‘Black, Brown, and Yellow’ - https://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520245204/black-brown-yellow-and-left


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding - https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Jul 13, 202101:11:35
Looking At The Larger Picture w/ Akemi Look

Looking At The Larger Picture w/ Akemi Look

Actress and activist Akemi Look hops on the pod to discuss the complexities of intergenerational trauma, her journey of healing through creative endeavors like dance and acting, the future of queer Asian American stories, and the necessity of why we need Asian American directors spearheading projects.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: Akemi Look

Recording Date: 2021-02-04

Episode Title: Looking At The Larger Picture w/ Akemi Look

Episode Summary Introduction: Actress Akemi Look joins David and Emi to speak about her journey as an artist and performer, and her goals with amplifying the voices of the Asian American community.


Topics Discussed In This Episode:

Topic 1 - Akemi’s identity

Topic 2 - Creative outlets Akemi was able to use for healing

Topic 3 - What has kept her going through hard times

Topic 4 - Goals Akemi is working towards

Topic 5 - Work that has made her feel fully in power

Topic 6 - What Akemi has seen in the entertainment industry as having contributed to the success of Asian Americans in Hollywood

Topic 7 - What is something that she’d like to see changed in the industry?

Topic 8 - Why do you think influencers and actors in power don’t speak out?

Topic 9 - Rapid Fire Questions


Links:

Handles:

Akemi’s Website - https://www.akemilook.com/

Akemi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/akemilook/

Akemi’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/AkemiLook

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/?hl=en


Mentioned Notes:

The Ailey School - https://www.alvinailey.org/school

Jeff Gordon Writers Bootcamp - http://www.writersbootcamp.com/creative_team.asp

Daryn Wakasa & ‘Seppuku’ - https://iexaminer.org/a-conversation-with-daryn-wakasa-director-of-the-haunting-intergenerational-trauma-thriller-seppuku/

Steven Yeun NYTimes Article - https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/03/magazine/steven-yeun.html

Hate Is A Virus - https://hateisavirus.org/


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding - https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode's audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Jun 29, 202153:08
Microaggressions (Part 2) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto

Microaggressions (Part 2) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto

Wrapping up their two-part episode on microaggressions, David and Emi further discuss the importance of taking the initiative to learn on your own and how it helps not only yourself, but those around you. They also break down their frustrations with the lack of representation in the director’s seat and their confusion as to why we don’t see any Filipino nurses on medical dramas. 


Podcast Show Notes 

Guest Title: Emi Lea Kamemoto 

Recording Date: October 2020 Episode Title: Microaggressions (Part 2) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto 

Episode Summary Introduction: In this episode, David and Emi continue their conversation about microaggressions, what bystander intervention can look like, and more. 


Topics Discussed In This Episode: 

Topic 1 - Taking the time to learn on your own 

Topic 2 - The many ways bystander intervention can look like 

Topic 3 - Being in a time of change 

Topic 4 - Call-outs & call-in’s 


Links:

Handles:

Emi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/defiant.changemaker/

Defiant Changemakers Twitter - https://twitter.com/defiantchange?lang=en

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/?hl=en


Mentioned Notes:

Ron Howard Directing Biopic About Pianist Lang Lang - https://www.indiewire.com/2020/09/lulu-wang-ron-howard-lang-lang-movie-1234588312/

Adele Lim & Crazy Rich Asians - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/crazy-rich-asians-screenwriter-adele-lim-exits-sequel-pay-disparity-dispute-1236431/

NBC’s Lack of Filipino Representation on “Nurses” - https://www.colorlines.com/articles/why-are-there-no-filipino-nurses-medical-tv-shows

Gold House’s 2021 A100 List - https://goldhouse.org/a100/?y=2021


Resources Mentioned Notes:

Hollaback’s Bystander Intervention (“The Five D’s”) - https://www.ihollaback.org/bystander-resources/


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding - https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode's audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Jun 24, 202127:23
Microaggressions (Part 1) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto

Microaggressions (Part 1) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto

Breaking down the differences between feeling included and actually having the power and capability to speak up, David and Emi reunite once again for the first episode of a two-part series on microaggressions. From their personal experiences with Asian stereotypes to what spaces of equity and inclusion actually look like, they discuss the harmful repercussions of microaggressions and what steps we can take to solve the issue. 


Podcast Show Notes 

Guest Title: Emi Lea Kamemoto 

Recording Date: October 2020 

Episode Title: Microaggressions (Part 1) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto 

Episode Summary Introduction: In this episode, David talks with Emi Lea Kamemoto about what microaggressions are, how it is embedded in the entertainment industry, and more. 


Topics Discussed In This Episode: 

Topic 1 - What are microaggressions? 

Topic 2 - Navigating microaggressions and helping the communities around us 

Topic 3 - Personal experiences 

Topic 4 - “Calling out” vs. “Calling in” 

Topic 5 - Responses to confronting microaggressions 

Topic 6 - Perpetuation of microaggressions in the entertainment industry 

Topic 7 - Being mixed-race and stepping into your confidence 

Topic 8 - Creating spaces of equity and inclusion 

Topic 9 - The downfall of “diversity hires” 

Topic 10 - Generational repercussions of stereotypes 

Topic 11 - Working towards sustainable solutions for the future 


Links: 

Handles: 

Emi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/defiant.changemaker/

Defiant Changemakers Twitter - https://twitter.com/defiantchange?lang=en

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/?hl=en


Mentioned Notes: 

Saigon Bodyguards Remake w/ Chris Pratt - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/chris-pratt-wu-jing-to-star-in-saigon-bodyguards-remake-from-russo-bros-4090350/


SAL Links: 

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

Crowdfunding - https://strongasianlead.com/crowdfunding

SAL’s Feature in Feedspot’s Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team: 

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram) 

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn) 

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain 


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio. 

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned and follow us on Instagram!

Jun 22, 202159:20
Music As a Catalyst For Change w/ jason chu & Alan Z

Music As a Catalyst For Change w/ jason chu & Alan Z

Emphasizing the importance of solidarity and unity across all Asian American communities, David is joined by rapper/activist, jason chu, and triple-threat in the entertainment industry, Alan Z. They dive deeper into why being unapologetically yourself is crucial, the importance of Asian American ancestors, and the need to always push the conversation one level deeper.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest Title: jason chu & Alan Z

Recording Date: 2021-05-05

Episode Title: Music As a Catalyst For Change w/ jason chu & Alan Z


Topics Discussed In This Episode:

Topic 1 - Introduction

Topic 2 - How they approach music as a social movement

Topic 3 - Their journey into rap/entertainment industry

Topic 4 - How they identify and how they bring that into their music

Topic 5 - People they want others to learn about

Topic 6 - Rapid Fire Questions


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

E. A. R. L.: The Autobiography of DMX - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/earl-dmx/1103476090

Be Water, My Friend: The True Teachings of Bruce Lee - https://www.waterstones.com/book/be-water-my-friend/shannon-lee/9781846046667

Face Value Album - https://orcd.co/jasonchu-alanz-facevalue


Links:

Handles:

Jason’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jasonchumusic/?hl=en

Alan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alanzmusic/?hl=en

Jason’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/jasonchumusic

Alan’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/AlanZmusic

Jason’s YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0GLbbr3humz46fGwijwHQ

Alan’s YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUZULtrIfCQqxFehxcK63w

Jason’s Website - https://www.jasonchumusic.com/

David’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/?hl=en


SAL Links:

https://www.strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

SAL's Feature in Feedspot's Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com) and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode's audio

Full Episode Shownotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OGNwTj-_UvXi5BUY1ZA2o9kOoP_gu7ySQp-gsU2K7VM/edit?usp=sharing

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned, and follow us on Instagram!


Jun 15, 202149:09
Diversity Behind The Camera w/ Amanda Joy & Samantha Wan

Diversity Behind The Camera w/ Amanda Joy & Samantha Wan

Coming from a place of authenticity and truth, actresses, writers, and co-creators of Second Jen, Amanda Joy and Samantha Wan, join David this week to talk about everything and anything. From being locked in the trunk of a car during one of their early gigs, to breaking down the nuances of identity on screen and behind the camera, this week’s talk focuses on the importance of comedy as a vehicle for social change.


Podcast Show Notes

Guest(s): Amanda Joy & Samantha Wan

Recording Date: 2021-04-19

Episode Title: Diversity Behind The Camera w/ Amanda Joy & Samantha Wan

Episode Summary Introduction: Actresses, writers, and co-creators of Second Jen join David to speak about their show, having an impact through comedy, and more.


Topics Discussed In This Episode:

Topic 1 - Amanda and Sam introduce themselves

Topic 2 - How they both met

Topic 3 - Second Jen and how the idea for the show came about

Topic 4 - Challenging society though comedy

Topic 5 - What does it mean to have more diversity in our lives and workplace?

Topic 6 - Changes they have witnessed throughout their series

Topic 7 - What they want people to know and understand about being Asian women and Asian women in comedy

Topic 8 - What's next for them?

Topic 9 - One message they'd like future agents and entertainment to take away


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

https://thetvjunkies.com/second-jen-samantha-wan-amanda-joy-season-2/ - TV Junkie Article

https://www.omnitv.ca/on/en/shows/second-jen/ - Click to Watch Second Jen (Season 3)


Links:

Handles:

Samantha's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesamanthawan/?hl=en

Samantha's Twitter - https://twitter.com/thesamanthawan?lang=en

Amanda's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/notamandajoy/

Amanda's Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/notamandajoy?lang=en

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/?hl=en


Mentioned Notes: 

Parker Andersons and Amelia Parker Show - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14359536/


SAL Links:

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ /

SAL's Feature in Feedspot's Top 20 Asian Film Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/asian_movies_podcasts/


SAL Podcast Team:

Project Manager - Sanjana DeSilva (www.theangryelephantproductions.com)

Audio Editor - Ravi Lad (www.itsravilad.com and @itsravilad on Instagram)

Podcast Producer - Kenna Tanouye (Connect with her on LinkedIn)

Podcast Volunteer Intern - Sadia Hussain


Episode Transcript: Transcript of the episode's audio.

Calls to Action: Join the movement, stay tuned, and follow us on Instagram!


Jun 08, 202146:27
The Impact of Typecasting w/ Nancy Wang Yuen

The Impact of Typecasting w/ Nancy Wang Yuen

What does it mean to be typecast and how does typecasting perpetuate stereotypes in the media and society? This week, I interview Nancy Wang Yuen - scholar and author of the book "Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism." Her data dives deep into inequities in Hollywood as well as how structural racism plays out in films. 


Guest: Nancy Wang Yuen 


Podcast Show Notes

Episode title: Nancy Wang Yuen


Topics discussed in this episode:

Topic 1: How Nancy is practicing self-care

Topic 2: What Nancy identifies as and her background

Topic 3: Cinema and TV influencing society

Topic 4: Nancy’s Book - Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism

Topic 5: The message Nancy wants future agents to take away

Topic 6: How she works with studios

Topic 6: Rapid Fire questions


Handles: 

https://www.nancywyuen.com/about.html

Twitter - 

https://twitter.com/nancywyuen

Instagram - 

https://www.instagram.com/nancywyuen/


LinkedIn - 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyyuen/

https://www.biola.edu/directory/people/nancy-yuen


Resources mentioned in this episode:

Nancy’s book:

‘Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism’ 

https://bookshop.org/books/reel-inequality-hollywood-actors-and-racism/9780813586298


‘Racial and Gender Differences in the Relationship Between Children’s Television Use and 

Self- Esteem: A Longitudinal Panel Study’

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0093650211401376


‘The Rooney Rule’ 

https://www.visier.com/clarity/how-hr-can-tackle-diversity-using-the-rooney-rule/


Mentioned Notes: Mulan, Pachinko, Gran Tarino, Crazy Rich Asians


SAL Links: 

Website - 

https://strongasianlead.com/

Instagram - 

https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_/

Twitter - 

https://twitter.com/strongasianlead

David's Instagram - 

https://www.instagram.com/davidmoriya/?hl=en


Music

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May 06, 202154:09
The Responsibility of Hollywood w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto

The Responsibility of Hollywood w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto

Hollywood has a huge impact on our culture’s morals and values but often doesn’t think about it or even recognize its power at all times. It may seem like an innocent hobby now-a-days when you’re just going on your phone every day looking through Instagram feeds or watching movies; but the content we consume have a deep impact on society around the globe. Hollywood needs to take responsibility for the content they put out into this world. Tune in to our first podcast episode and listen as we discuss how Hollywood should be more responsible with what types of film and TV shows studios put out into the world.


Topics discussed in this episode:

Topic 1: Making an impact using the entertainment industry

Topic 2: Derogatary terms

Topic 3: History in Education

Topic 4: Article from 1970

Topic 5: Personal Experience

Topic 6: Responsibility of Hollywood

Topic 7: Stereotypes

Topic 8: Changing the industry

Topic 9: The idea of Strong Asian Lead


Resources mentioned in this episode:

Gidra (Vol.2 No. 101) Article - “Amerasian Culture”

by Natsue - 1970. Sourced from

@denshoproject

Episode transcript: Transcript of the episode’s audio.

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Guest: Emi Lea Kamemoto

Title: Responsibility of Hollywood

Date - 11-02-2020

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https://strongasianlead.com/

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Mentioned Notes:

Gidra (Vol.2 No. 101) Article - “Amerasian Culture” by Natsue - 1970.

Sourced from

@denshoproject


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