News and Features
Campu Episode 6: Food
From Densho Blog – This podcast episode form Densho’s “Campu” series explores the food and memories of concentration camps where Japanese Americans were forcibly incarcerated during World War II.
The Blindians: Black and Indian Couples Reflect On Kamala Harris and Anti-Blackness Among South Asian Americans
From American Kahani – The “Blindian Project” is a platform that highlights the stories of Black and Indian (and more broadly South Asian) couples and the unique ways they navigate family, culture and relationships.
Celebrating Black Heritage
From Voices Staff – A collection of resources celebrating Black heritage and excellence in honor of Black History Month.
Undergrad’s First Novel, Optioned for a Movie, Features Big Robots and Even Bigger Feelings
From UW News – University of Washington student Zoe Mikuta’s debut sci-fi novel centers protagonists of color and grapples with experiences inspired by her multiracial and cultural identity.
Seedcast: On Home and Belonging for Black and Indigenous Peoples
From South Seattle Emerald – Wa Na Wari Co-founder Inye Wokoma reflects on his Black and Pan-African heritage and explores philosophical questions of Black and Indigenous identity.
Why This Lunar New Year Tradition Is My Family’s Most Important Ritual
From ABC Everyday – Thanh-Thy Tiffany Tran reflects on a special Lunar New Year ritual of sharing wishes that has shifted in meaning throughout her life..
The Lion Dance in 8,000 Dominoes!
From Hevesh5 – Expert domino mastermind Lily Hevesh creates this domino setup of a traditional Lunar New Year lion dance and reflects on her experience as a Chinese born adoptee.
Perspective: Reclaiming My Other New Year
From South Seattle Emerald – Writer Julie Pham reflects on how, over decades and continents, she has created her own community and traditions for Tet, the Vietnamese new year.
Paula Madison’s Personal Crusade To Tell the History Of Chinese in the Caribbean
From Center for Asian American Media – Former NBC executive Paula Madison’s personal search for her maternal grandfather unveils the story of Chinese merchants in Jamaica and the Caribbean.