Monthly Archives: July 2010

Just Jenn’s I See Batman Eye Chart

Posted on July 19, 2010 by jozjozjoz

The Dark Knight is watching you, and he’s looking pretty mad. Now you can keep an eye out for him with this adorable eye chart from Just Jenn Designs ($3). Make your nerd friends giggle with this on your wall, … Continue reading →

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An Update on Filipina Nannies in Canada

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Jeff

On our post discussing the documentary “The Nanny Business” about the plight of Filipina Nannies in Canada, we got the following comment: We have been trying for months now to find a Nanny in Canada, with no luck. So we … Continue reading →

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Michael Hsiung Merman Moleskin Cover

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Moye

There are many reasons why artist Michael Hsiung is the shit. For one thing, he can grow facial hair. I know this for a fact, since I’ve seen it in person. Furthermore, he’s a fan of mermen and narwhals. Now … Continue reading →

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Dude WTF Asia: The Internet turns on Justin Bieber as explained by the Taiwanese

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Jeff

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ac9Arzm7_o We’ve been pleased by their portrayal of Tiger Woods domestic conflict.  We’ve reacted to their reenactment of Al Gore’s alleged sexual harrassment.   And now, delight in the depictment of  the Internet turning on Justin Bieber, as animated by the … Continue reading →

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The Ramen Girl DVD

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Ernie

Rest in Peace, Brittany Murphy. While we might have known her as Eminem’s girlfriend in 8 Mile or “that girl that did the ‘Rolling with the Homeys’ thing from Clueless,” she was also in a quirky little indie movie set … Continue reading →

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8Questions with Ken Watanabe: Actor who plays Saito, “The Tourist” in ‘Inception’

Posted on July 16, 2010 by jozjozjoz

I was lucky enough to attend an early screening of Inception at the Arclight in Hollywood on Wednesday night. Like Dino-Ray, I enjoyed how thought-provoking the film was, and truth be told—two days later, I’m still reeling at how mind-blown … Continue reading →

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How ‘Inception’ Didn’t Make Me Feel Stupid

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Dino-Ray

Movies like Donnie Darko, Primer and even The Matrix trilogy have challenged my intellect (or lack thereof). Inception falls into that category of mind-bending cinema that may or may not make a “WTF” hover above your head. Lucky for me, … Continue reading →

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Asian Pastries Go Mainstream (At Least In So Cal)

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Tim

June is the month of graduations, and this year I had 3 close relatives graduating from college. One of my cousins, Eric, was graduating from UC Irvine. I’ve known Eric since he was a six month old baby, so it … Continue reading →

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3 Stripes Clothing Pho King Delicious T-Shirt

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Moye

3 Stripes Clothing stakes out their territory in the apparel market with their designs celebrating Vietnamese and Vietnamese American culture. Plus, who doesn’t love a pun on one of the most delicious noodle bowls ever? This Pho King Delicious t-shirt … Continue reading →

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Angela S. Choi’s Hello Kitty Must Die

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Ernie

Listen: in no way are we condoning the death of the most ubiquitous symbol of Japanese pop culture. We are, however, condoning the reading of Angela S. Choi’s Hello Kitty Must Die ($11.21), her debut novel about a Chinese American … Continue reading →

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My Top 100 Rap Songs

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Guest Writer

By Bea I don’t know what it is with Hip Hop music that fascinates Asians. I, for one, am Asian and definitely fascinated with the culture and etiquette that Hip Hop brings.  I feel the pull towards the music, the … Continue reading →

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