You Better Represent!
131 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsExploring representation in cinema. Each week we review a minority-led film with members of that under-represented community and debate a cultural topic plucked from the movie’s themes. Monthly bonus episodes will feature one-on-one interviews with creators discussing representation in their creative field.
Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Featuring recurring co-hosts Leonard Chan, Veronica Antipolo and Robert Watson, along with special guests representing the communities explored in that week’s film. Special monthly interview episodes will feature appearances from artists from a variety of creative fields including film, television, comedy, theatre, music, art and literature, discussing the state of representation in their fields and how they are contributing to advancing the cause.
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Role and Treatment of Women... Plus Hot Topics: Five-Dollar Bill, Governor-General Payette
July 22, 2020 04:05 - 56 minutes - 52 MBDebating the role and treatment of women in Asian circles. Discussing hot topics: Face of the Five-Dollar Bill, Governor-General Payette's Toxicity, Return of Live Comedy, and Youths Dressing as Seniors for Booze! Asian Movie Review of the Week is Disney's animated Mulan starring Ming-Na Wen, Eddie Murphy, BD Wong, Donny Osmond. RICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super...
Climate Change and the Environment… Also Reviewing Studio Ghibli’s “Princess Mononoke”
July 15, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBDebating how Asians view climate change and saving the environment. Hot topics include Disneyworld reopening, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Justin Trudeau’s WE Charity scandal. Also… reviewing Studio Ghibli’s masterpiece “Princess Mononoke” by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki. RICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonar...
Climate Change and the Environment... Also Reviewing Studio Ghibli's "Princess Mononoke"
July 15, 2020 04:20 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBDebating how Asians view climate change and saving the environment. Hot topics include Disneyworld reopening, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Justin Trudeau's WE Charity scandal. Also... reviewing Studio Ghibli's masterpiece "Princess Mononoke" by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki. RICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leon...
Asian Wealth and China’s Economic Rise… and Reviewing “Crazy Rich Asians”!
July 08, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBDiscussing Asians’ relationship with money and wealth: What were you taught about money and wealth from your Asian families? How does this differ from North American views on wealth? What are your thoughts on the rise of Asian countries like China as world economic superpowers? Why do you think this rise is taking place? What impact will this have on the world? Also… reviewing runaway hit movie “Crazy Rich Asians” starring Henry Golding and Constance Wu, directed by Jon M. Chu based on the...
Asian Wealth and China's Economic Rise... and Reviewing "Crazy Rich Asians"!
July 08, 2020 04:26 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBDiscussing Asians' relationship with money and wealth: What were you taught about money and wealth from your Asian families? How does this differ from North American views on wealth? What are your thoughts on the rise of Asian countries like China as world economic superpowers? Why do you think this rise is taking place? What impact will this have on the world? Also... reviewing runaway hit movie "Crazy Rich Asians" starring Henry Golding and Constance Wu, directed by Jon M. Chu based on th...
Debating Asian Beauty Standards, Reviewing Netflix’s “The Lovebirds” Starring Kumail Nanjiani
July 01, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBDiscussing what features are desirable to Asians in women and in men… how is that different from North American standards? Asians use of cosmetic surgery and other procedures is quite prevalent. What are the most popular procedures? What does this say about Asian culture? What procedures do you love the most and/or hate the most? Discuss oppressive beauty practices from Asia’s sordid history and what’s still happening today? Reviewing Netflix’s “The Lovebirds” starring Kumail Nanjiani and I...
Debating Asian Beauty Standards, Reviewing Netflix's "The Lovebirds" Starring Kumail Nanjiani
July 01, 2020 04:05 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBDiscussing what features are desirable to Asians in women and in men... how is that different from North American standards? Asians use of cosmetic surgery and other procedures is quite prevalent. What are the most popular procedures? What does this say about Asian culture? What procedures do you love the most and/or hate the most? Discuss oppressive beauty practices from Asia's sordid history and what's still happening today? Reviewing Netflix's "The Lovebirds" starring Kumail Nanjiani and...
How do Asians view interracial dating? Does Romeo Must Die hold up? Angus Reid poll shows troubling data.
June 24, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBDiscussing how interracial relationships are viewed by Asians. Reviewing “Romeo Must Die” starring Jet Li and Aaliyah. Views on Angus Reid poll of Asians coping with increased racism since COVID-19 pandemic. RICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: O...
Is Democracy In Trouble?!? Reviewing “Always Be My Maybe” (Ali Wong, Randall Park)!
June 17, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBDebating whether democracy is in trouble and what happens if communist China becomes the sole world superpower? Also reviewing “Always Be My Maybe” featuring Ali Wong and Randall Park on Netflix. RICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Webs...
Is Democracy In Trouble?!? Reviewing "Always Be My Maybe" (Ali Wong, Randall Park)!
June 17, 2020 04:33 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBDebating whether democracy is in trouble and what happens if communist China becomes the sole world superpower? Also reviewing "Always Be My Maybe" featuring Ali Wong and Randall Park on Netflix. RICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Webs...
Defund the Police?!? Revisiting Bong Joon-ho's historic "Parasite" win!
June 11, 2020 18:51 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBDiscussing the Defund The Police movement and revisiting Bong Joon-ho's historic "Parasite" win at the 2020 Oscars! RICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Website: http://www.vongshow.com Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/vongshow Ins...
Defund the Police?!? Revisiting Bong Joon-ho’s historic “Parasite” win!
June 11, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBDiscussing the Defund The Police movement and revisiting Bong Joon-ho’s historic “Parasite” win at the 2020 Oscars! RICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Anti-Black Racism, Ontario Nursing Homes, Huawei Court Decision, Kim’s Convenience
June 01, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 74 MBExplosive episode discussing anti-black racism and police accountability. Also discussing Kim’s Convenience award wins, Ontario Nursing Homes, and Huawei Court Decision. RICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Anti-Black Racism, Ontario Nursing Homes, Huawei Court Decision, Kim's Convenience
June 01, 2020 04:05 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBExplosive episode discussing anti-black racism and police accountability. Also discussing Kim's Convenience award wins, Ontario Nursing Homes, and Huawei Court Decision. RICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Website: http://www.vongshow.c...
Wet Markets, Trinity Bellwoods Park Overcrowding, Reviewing Awkwafina’s “The Farewell”
May 25, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBWhat on earth is a wet market and do Asians really eat wild animals? Are the Trinity Bellwoods Park visitors representative of a deeper issue in Toronto? We also review “The Farewell” starring Awkwafina. RICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring Asian stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D Chow. Brought to you By: The Sonar Net...
Wet Markets, Trinity Bellwoods Park Overcrowding, Reviewing Awkwafina's "The Farewell"
May 25, 2020 04:03 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBToday's discussion answers the questions: What on earth is a wet market and do Asians really eat wild animals? Are the Trinity Bellwoods Park visitors representative of a deeper issue in Toronto? We also review "The Farewell" starring Awkwafina. RICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Hosted by Vong Show, official spokesperson for gay, super cute Asians. Starring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung, Leonard Chan, Sebastian D C...
Asian Heritage Month Continues! Will comedy survive COVID-19?
May 23, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBRICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today’s show features discussion about Asian Heritage Month the future of stand-up comedy in a post-coronavirus world. Featuring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung (@jennifercomedian IG, Angry Housewife Productions YT, www.jhsiung.com), Leonard Chan (@theleonardchan IG/TW/FB), Michaela Chung (@michaelachung1 IG). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
How Asian Food Influences Culture, Staying Healthy During Coronavirus COVID-19 Quarantine
May 19, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBRICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today we discuss how Asian food influences culture and how we are staying healthy during the Coronavirus COVID-19 Quarantine. Featuring special guests Lilly Hua (@lilly.hua) and Samridhi Kumar (@samairablack13). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Future of Standup Comedy
May 10, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBRICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today’s show features discussion about the future of stand-up comedy. Featuring stand-up comedians Jennifer Hsiung (@jennifercomedian IG, Angry Housewife Productions YT, www.jhsiung.com), Leonard Chan (@theleonardchan IG/TW/FB), Michaela Chung (@michaelachung1 IG). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Netflix's "The Half of It" (Alice Wu, Anthony Bregman)
May 09, 2020 02:10 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBRICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today's show features discussion Netflix's "The Half of It" (Alice Wu, Anthony Bregman). Featuring Toronto stand-up comedians Gina Siva (@ginasiva IG/TW), Veronica Antipolo (@sassy_la_v IG, @sassylav.veronica FB), Sebastian D Chow (@spacebastian TW, /bookdarttable YT), Josh Yang (@joshyangcomedy). PODCAST https://rice.simplecast.com/ WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Website:...
Netflix’s “The Half of It” (Alice Wu, Anthony Bregman)
May 08, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBRICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today’s show features discussion Netflix’s “The Half of It” (Alice Wu, Anthony Bregman). Featuring Toronto stand-up comedians Gina Siva (@ginasiva IG/TW), Veronica Antipolo (@sassy_la_v IG, @sassylav.veronica FB), Sebastian D Chow (@spacebastian TW, /bookdarttable YT), Josh Yang (@joshyangcomedy). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Asian Heritage Month! Michael Jordan's "Last Dance" on Netflix!
May 08, 2020 01:11 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBRICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today's show discusses Michael Jordan's "Last Dance" documentary on Netflix and continues our month-long discussion about Asian Heritage Month. Featuring special guests Leonard Chan, Gina Siva and Tim Wong. PODCAST https://rice.simplecast.com/ WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Website: http://www.vongshow.com Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/vongshow Instagram: http://w...
Asian Heritage Month! Michael Jordan’s “Last Dance” on Netflix!
May 07, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBRICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today’s show discusses Michael Jordan’s “Last Dance” documentary on Netflix and continues our month-long discussion about Asian Heritage Month. Featuring special guests Leonard Chan, Gina Siva and Tim Wong. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Animal Crossing New Horizons (Nintendo Switch)! Asian Heritage Month!
May 04, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBRICE – Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today’s show discusses Animal Crossing New Horizons and continues our month-long discussion about Asian Heritage Month. Featuring special guests Sam Gerard (@neosaturn IG) and Musa Mohammad (@musamohammadcomic IG). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
May The 4th Be With You! Star Wars Day - Rise of Skywalker on Disney+!
May 04, 2020 01:44 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBRICE - Asian Comedy Podcast. Sharing the Asian perspective on entertainment, sports and trending topics. Today's show discusses Star Wars Day (May the 4th) and continues our month-long discussion about Asian Heritage Month. Featuring Toronto stand-up comedians Nicholas Fernandes (@nickfernandescomedy), Lilly Hua (@lilly.hua), Suzy Park (@suzycomedy) and Thomas Yeung (@evilascot). PODCAST https://rice.simplecast.com/ WEB PRESENCE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Official Website: http://www.vongshow....
May The 4th Be With You! Star Wars Day – Rise of Skywalker on Disney+!
May 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBToday’s show discusses Star Wars Day (May the 4th) and continues our month-long discussion about Asian Heritage Month. Featuring Toronto stand-up comedians Nicholas Fernandes (@nickfernandescomedy), Lilly Hua (@lilly.hua), Suzy Park (@suzycomedy) and Thomas Yeung (@evilascot). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Never Have I Ever (Netflix)! Coronavirus COVID-19 protests in Canada and USA!
May 02, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBDiscussion on Never Have I Ever (Netflix), COVID-19 / Coronavirus protests in Canada and the USA. Featuring Toronto stand-up comedians Gina Siva (@ginasiva IG/TW), Veronica Antipolo (@sassy_la_v IG, @sassylav.veronica FB), Sebastian D Chow (@spacebastian TW) and Samridhi Kumar (@samairablack13). Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Asian Heritage Month! Michael Jordan’s Last Dance! Derek Sloan vs Theresa Tam!
May 02, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBAsian Heritage Month kicks off! We discuss the meaningfulness of our heritage, Michael Jordan’s Last Dance on Netflix and reaction to Dr. Theresa Tam enduring racist comments from Conservative MP leadership contender Derek Sloan. Featuring special guests, Josh Yang (@joshyangcomedy, “Have We Made It Yet” Podcast), Anto Chan (@antopunfu, @freeflowshowcase), and Amy Yu (@amyyyu). Subtopics discussed: Dennis Rodman, COVID-19, coronavirus, Chicago Bulls, Harvard Brought to you By: The Sonar Ne...
Asian Heritage Month! Michael Jordan's Last Dance! Derek Sloan vs Theresa Tam!
May 02, 2020 04:42 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBAsian Heritage Month kicks off! We discuss the meaningfulness of our heritage, Michael Jordan's Last Dance on Netflix and reaction to Dr. Theresa Tam enduring racist comments from Conservative MP leadership contender Derek Sloan. Featuring special guests, Josh Yang (@joshyangcomedy, "Have We Made It Yet" Podcast), Anto Chan (@antopunfu, @freeflowshowcase), and Amy Yu (@amyyyu). Subtopics discussed: Dennis Rodman, COVID-19, coronavirus, Chicago Bulls, Harvard.
SPOILER Review of Stars Episode IX / 9 - The Rise of Skywalker
December 25, 2019 16:16 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBOur first attempt at a Podcast! Featuring a passionate debate about Star Wars Rise of Skywalker with the panelists evenly split on whether it was a worthy film to end the Skywalker Saga. TAGS Star Wars, Daisy Ridley, Oscar Isaac, JJ Abrams, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, Kelly Marie Tran, Rian Johnson, Kathleen Kennedy, Rise of Skywalker Review, Skywalker Saga, Star Wars Reaction, Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker Spoilers, Star Wars Episode 9 Review, Leia Organa, Reylo, Rise of Skywalke...
SPOILER Review of Stars Episode IX / 9 – The Rise of Skywalker
December 25, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBOur first attempt at a Podcast! Featuring a passionate debate about Star Wars Rise of Skywalker with the panelists evenly split on whether it was a worthy film to end the Skywalker Saga. TAGS Star Wars, Daisy Ridley, Oscar Isaac, JJ Abrams, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, Kelly Marie Tran, Rian Johnson, Kathleen Kennedy, Rise of Skywalker Review, Skywalker Saga, Star Wars Reaction, Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker Spoilers, Star Wars Episode 9 Review, Leia Organa, Reylo, Rise of Skywal...