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Strong Asian Lead
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsBreaking 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
August 22, 2023 13:04 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBFrom 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 SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/ Inst...
Paying it Forward: The Secret Door to Hollywood
August 15, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBDive 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 -...
No Stands For Next Opportunity: Kicking on Hollywood's Doors
August 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBIn 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.stro...
Honest Insights: How to Give and Receive Constructive Criticism
August 01, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this candid episode, I share my personal stories of giving and receiving feedback throughout my career in Hollywood. The good, the bad, the ugly. I'll talk about how I learned to deliver constructive criticism without crushing spirits, and how to take useful notes without losing my vision. Plus, my best tips for making feedback work for you, not against you. Whether you're an actor, filmmaker, or just trying to navigate feedback at school or work, I hope my messy stories and hard-won le...
Return of the Podcast!
July 25, 2023 19:01 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBGot 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/ Inst...
Mixed Asian w/ Genevieve Kang
October 18, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBWhat's it like to be mixed Asian actor in Hollywood? How has casting treated biracial people as "too Asian" or "not Asian enough" when it comes to booking a role? That's what we're discussing with Genevieve Kang, actor on Netflix's Locke and Key. Tune in to hear what it's like to be an actor in Canada and what does it take to make a career as an actor. Genevieve's website: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2002602/ Genevieve's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genevievekng/ Masami's Instagram...
Directing w/ Dinh Thai
October 11, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBHow do Asian American directors look at Western and Eastern projects and break down the differences in storytelling style and visual filmmaking? That's why Dinh and I talk about on this week's interview. We also discuss his projects and how they've developed over time and throughout Vietnam, France, and the Untied States. Dinh Thai is an award winning director and is a co-creator on the upcoming Freeform series, AZNBBGL, a coming-of-age story about three Asian American teenagers driven by a d...
Literary Managment & South Asian Empowerment w/ Bash Naran
October 06, 2022 16:47 - 52 minutes - 30 MBWhat 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.i...
Acting as a Career - Katie Chang
September 29, 2022 13:00 - 43 minutes - 25.2 MBKatie 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: htt...
Inclusive Screenwriting - Ashwini Prasad
September 22, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutes - 34.2 MBFocusing 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 wi...
The Stolen Children - Elizabeth Jacobs & Phoebe J Yung
September 15, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 18.2 MBFilmmakers, 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 ...
Jon Lee Brody - Filmmaker / Screenwriter
September 08, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBWe sat down with Filmmaker Jon Lee Brody to discuss the entertainment industry and the frustrations we have moving up the ladder of Hollywood. You can find more about Jon by following him at the links below. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonleebrody/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JonLeeBrody Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonleebrody/ Transcript: https://strongasianlead.com/transcript-jon-lee-brody-interview/ Links and Handles: Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram...
Cold Tofu Comedy w/ Marilyn Tokuda - LEGACY
August 30, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBTaking 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...
LIVE: Evolving AAPI Representation w/ Karen Tran Wood, Filiz Bahmanpour, & Travis Atreo
August 22, 2022 18:37 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBWe'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 artis...
Bullet Train Review w/ Maria Gee & Kirie Venture
August 12, 2022 23:37 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBWe watched Bullet Train had had many words to say about it. So we put it into a podcast episode for everyone to hear. Let us know your thoughts about it in the comments, on our socials, or even hit us up with an email. If you're interested in our meetup, here's the link. https://www.strongasianlead.com/event Hope to see you there! Links: Strong Asian Lead Homepage Instagram - @strongasianlead_ Twitter - @strongasianlead Facebook – Strong Asian Lead Crowdfunding - LINK Patreon - LIN...
Still on Hiatus - Working Hard
July 25, 2022 16:51 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBThings 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! --- Send in a voice message: h...
CH: Hidden Gems and General Discussion
April 03, 2022 05:42 - 2 hours - 86.3 MBOur 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 H...
Going on Hiatus, again.
February 24, 2022 16:56 - 1 minute - 873 KBThank 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongasianlead/message
Cross-Ethnic Performances w/Maria Gee
February 08, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 28.4 MBWelcoming our new Co-Host, Maria Gee!! Follow her at @MariaAlexaG Having trouble breaking into Hollywood? Book your free discovery call 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 #MixedAsian #MixedAsianMedia #StrongasianLead #sal #StrongAsianLead #Asian #AsianAme...
Why I embrace my AsAm Identity
February 01, 2022 14:00 - 54 minutes - 50.8 MBAnother week, another podcast. I get angry in this episode and talk about my white "friends" who never respected me. Having trouble breaking into Hollywood? Book your free discovery call 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 #MixedAsian #MixedAsianMedia #St...
Mixed Asian Media w/ Alex Chester
January 25, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 34.8 MBWhat is the conversation around Mixed Asian Media in Entertainment? Follow @AlexfChester Visit https://MixedAsianMedia.com Submit your films/shorts/podcast/screenplays for MAM Fest https://filmfreeway.com/MixedAsianMed... 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 - CH...
Documentaries on Asian American Cinema
January 18, 2022 14:30 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MBLet'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 I...
LEGACIES: TIM DANG - Preserving History Through Performance
January 13, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThis 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 - ...
Asian American Stories or Stories with Asian Americans?
January 11, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 46 MBHere's the podcast. This is the shownotes. Until we can have a professional to do it, this is what it's gonna be. Thanks for listening! Share with your friends how crazy I am. Ready to develop your career? 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: ...
5 Asian American Films that Changed my Life
January 06, 2022 05:42 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBHere's the podcast. This is the shownotes. Until we can pay a professional to do it, this is what it's gonna be. Thanks for listening! Share with your friends how crazy I am. Films: Always Be My Maybe (2019) Chan is Missing (1982) Year of the Dragon (1975) Ping Pong Playa (2007) Flower Drum Song (1961) Go For Broke (1951) Links: Strong Asian Lead Homepage Instagram - @strongasianlead_ Twitter - @strongasianlead Facebook – Strong Asian Lead Crowdfunding - LINK Patreon - LINK Y...
2022! Let's Level Up!
January 04, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBHere's the podcast. That's all I'm gonna write This is the shownotes I have energy for. Until we can get on a real schedule, and pay someone to do it, this is what it's gonna be. Thanks for listening! Share with your friends how crazy I am. Links: Strong Asian Lead Homepage Instagram - @strongasianlead_ Twitter - @strongasianlead Facebook – Strong Asian Lead Crowdfunding - LINK Patreon - LINK Youtube - CHANNEL --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...
Season 2 Update
November 30, 2021 14:00 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBA quick check in about our upcoming season 2 of the podcast and what's in store for 2022. SAL Links: Strong Asian Lead Homepage Instagram - @strongasianlead_ Twitter - @strongasianlead Facebook – Strong Asian Lead Crowdfunding - LINK Patreon - LINK Asian Film Network: Sign Up Here David's Links: David's Portfolio Page Instagram - @davidmoriya Twitter - @davidmoriya_
CH: Shang-Chi Honest Reviews
September 23, 2021 16:39 - 2 hours - 93.3 MBThank 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...
Justin Chon / Impact & Storytelling (Season Finale)
September 17, 2021 15:40 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn 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 ...
Check in: Taking a Break is Good for your Health
September 07, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBWe're gonna do a quick check in and let you know what's going on with Strong Asian Lead. We still need a team and need help putting together the podcast and everything else, so this show notes are going to be very sparse. I appreciate your patience I appreciate that there's this might not be the most professional and well put together podcast episode but this is what we got to live with because I can't do everything myself. Which is the reason why we're checking in now because we've been off...
CH - Mixed Asians in Media
August 20, 2021 13:00 - 3 hours - 118 MBRecorded on 8.19.21 This is David. I'm not great at shownotes, so this is what we've got. We need a new shownotes peson, so if you're interested and great at taking notes, please email me at [email protected] Guests Tony Giroux Alex Chester Lauren Lola Ryan Alexander Holmes Jenny Lee-Gilmore Rachel Michiko Whitney Naomi Sedgwick Soma Helmi TV and Film Recommendations Helix Shadow and Bone Dave - Hulu Breakshot 100% Half So Yong Kim The Replacements Almost Asian...
Expanding the Asian Diaspora w/ Soma Helmi
August 18, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBThis 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 Discuss...
CH - What Hollywood Doesn't Understand - 8.11.21
August 12, 2021 14:53 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBRecording 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 Di...
David Moriya & Strong Asian Lead
August 11, 2021 15:54 - 36 minutes - 25 MBTaking 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 e...
Chasing Fulfillment w/ Henry Ong
August 03, 2021 15:05 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBApproaching 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 G...
Building The Table w/ Sujata Day
July 27, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBEmphasizing 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 ...
On Being Blasian w/ Ryan Alexander Holmes
July 20, 2021 16:01 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBThis 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 ...
Authenticity & Acting w/ Miki Ishikawa and Emi Lea Kamemoto
July 13, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBThis 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. Podcas...
Looking At The Larger Picture w/ Akemi Look
June 29, 2021 16:43 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBActress 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 Davi...
Microaggressions (Part 2) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto
June 24, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWrapping 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: Microaggression...
Microaggressions (Part 1) w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto
June 22, 2021 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBBreaking 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 D...
Music As a Catalyst For Change w/ jason chu & Alan Z
June 15, 2021 15:35 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBEmphasizing 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 Chan...
Diversity Behind The Camera w/ Amanda Joy & Samantha Wan
June 08, 2021 15:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBComing 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...
The Impact of Typecasting w/ Nancy Wang Yuen
May 06, 2021 22:32 - 54 minutes - 31 MBWhat 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: ...
The Impact of Typecasting
May 06, 2021 22:32 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBWhat 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 Handles: https://www.nancywyuen.com/about.html Twitter - https://twitter.com/nancywyuen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nancyw...
The Responsibility of Hollywood
April 27, 2021 07:16 - 1 hour - 107 MBHollywood 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...
The Responsibility of Hollywood w/ Emi Lea Kamemoto
April 27, 2021 07:16 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBHollywood 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...
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