Monthly Archives: March 2010

Hank Chien Crowned King of Kong

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Moye

When the going gets tough as an Asian American, I find it’s good to remember that sometimes we, as a community, just totally rule. This week, my spirits were down after learning that the awful man who caused the security … Continue reading →

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Dawen Performs Live with Macy Gray Tonight on Ustream

Posted on March 11, 2010 by jozjozjoz

Dawen (as seen above in his music video for “Wake Up”) will be playing live with Macy Gray tonight on Ustream! You’ll be able to chat live with them as Dawen performs a live set, including a few covers of … Continue reading →

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[Mar 13] NORTHERN CA: Korean Comics: A Society Through Small Frames

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Guest Writer

“The exhibition examines the changes in Korean society from the 1950s through the 1990s as evidenced through its comics—joyful, satirical and penetrating—which provide a running commentary that reflects the lives of ordinary people. What shines most prominently through these works is an engaged and vigorous civil society in Korean, continuously challenging the status quo in whimsical and provocative ways.

The comics play an important role in characterizing and distinguishing the culture and sen… Continue reading →

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[Mar 13] NORTHERN CA: SFIAAFF 2010 Festival Forum

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Guest Writer

Festival Forum

SATURDAY MARCH 13, 2010 12PM-9PM

JAPANTOWN PEACE PLAZA

Come experience a full day of live performances, interactive storytelling projects, screenings and more—all in the heart of Japantown—during SFIAAFF!

2010 Performances and Projects include:

THE ROBBIE KWOCK MELECIO MAGDALUYO QUINTET
Hard-hitting post-Bop from this Bay Area quintet.
Featuring:
Robbie Kwock: Trumpet
Melecio Magdaluyo: Saxophones
Ron Belcher: Bass
Murray Low: Piano
Paul Van Wageningen: Drums

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When Is It Stereotype and When Is It Just You?

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Tim

I was intrigued when I first read Jennifer’s post over at Mixed Race America on things we avoid just to avoid perpetuating a stereotype. For example, when you’re at the food court in the mall, do you avoid going to … Continue reading →

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Asian Stereotypes on ABC’s Modern Family

Posted on March 10, 2010 by John

As I had blogged previously, Modern Family is one of my favorite new comedy shows of the 2009-2010 television season. In a recent episode, I was pleasantly surprised to see actress Suzy Nakamura reprises her role as Dr. Miura, who … Continue reading →

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[Mar 12] AUSTIN: Asians: The Silent Minority Core Conversation at SXSW

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Guest Writer

If you’re attending the 2010 SXSW Interactive Festival, stop by on Friday for a Core Conversation between Glenda Bautista (Kearny Street Workshop) and Ernie Hsiung (8Asians) about Asians, Asian Americans and their impact on society, social media and everything in between.

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[Mar 12] NORTHERN CA: DIRECTIONS IN SOUND 2010 notes from the asian american underground

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Guest Writer

DIRECTIONS IN SOUND
Notes from the Asian American Underground
Friday March 12 2010
Mighty, 119 Utah St. San Francisco | 9pm, 21+
Advance: $10 CAAM Members | $12 General
Cover: $12 CAAM Members | $15 General

DIRECTIONS IN SOUND. a genre-bending showcase featuring the best of future-forward music that’s blowing up in the underground around the globe. this year, our lineup features internationally known artists to up-and-comers bubbling below the radar. if you can dig non-stop bangin beats, eletro… Continue reading →

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The 8Asians Writers Talk About: The Chinese Guy who Breached Airport Security

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Guest Writer

Our internal e-mail lists have us discussing all kinds of stuff: Asian American identity, representation in the media, the experiences of activism in an academia setting and its progression as we transition to the working, adult world. And sometimes, we … Continue reading →

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[May 12] NORTHERN CA: Changing Reality: The Voices of Asian American TV Stars

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Guest Writer

Featured Guests:
Winner of Bravo’s Project Runway, Season 2: Fashion Designer, Chloe Dao
Winner of Bravo’s Top Chef, Season 3: Executive Chef, Hung Huynh
Winner of CBS’s Amazing Race, Season 14: Attorney, Victor Jih
Cast Member of MTV’s The Real World, San Francisco: Physician, Pamela Ling

Moderator:
Leland Y. Yee, PhD, Psychologist and California State Senator Continue reading →

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[Mar 11] NORTHERN CA: SFIAAFF 2010 Opening Night Film + Gala Reception

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Guest Writer

The 28th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival opens with TODAY’S SPECIAL, a sparkling romantic comedy that hits the heart as well as the funny bone, TODAY’S SPECIAL is a lovingly crafted ode to family, food and New york City. Steaming kitchens and Bollywood songs of yore fill this hilarious second feature from Kaplan (YEAR OF THE FISH, SFIAAFF ‘07), written by and Starring the great Aasif Mandvi (The Daily Show). Screening will be held at the Castro Theatre, followed by a sty… Continue reading →

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[Mar 11] NORTHERN CA: 28th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF)

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Guest Writer

The Center for Asian America Media presents the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF) every March. The SFIAAFF is the nation’s largest showcase for new Asian American and Asian films, annually presenting approximately 120 works in San Francisco, Berkeley and San Jose. Continue reading →

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