Monthly Archives: September 2011

The Best of GASP!: September

Posted on September 30, 2011 by sachi

Every day, our shopping blog GASP! posts new items we’ve found online. Here are some of the best goodies we’ve found this month: “Hez the Pirate” Leather Keychain–This keychain will have you prepared for the latest round in the “pirates … Continue reading →

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The 8Asians Open Thread: Goodbye September!

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Guest Writer

Oops, the 8Asians Open Thread took a break last week but it’s back to close out the end of September. Most of the time, our discussions here revolve around Asian American stuff but here’s a chance to blab about whatever … Continue reading →

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Anti-Alcoholism Drug Works Better on (East) Asian Americans

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Efren

Here at 8Asians, we always love having an excuse to put up the picture of Drunk Ernie, especially since a picture of a drunk me isn’t quite as hilarious, even if I am also a fat gay Asian guy who’s … Continue reading →

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8 Questions: Chef Tai Lee, Winner of Food Network’s America’s Favorite Food Truck

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Mary

Chef Tai Lee, the recent winner of America’s Favorite Food Truck, is a Korean American who came to the States when he was 13 years old.  He moved to College Station and attended Texas A&M University and graduated with Finance … Continue reading →

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LAST CHANCE: ISA Festival Los Angeles Ticket Giveaway

Posted on September 30, 2011 by jozjozjoz

Hey everyone – you have just 1 hour left to enter our Giveaway to win Tickets for ‘ISA Festival L.A.’ in Long Beach, CA, provided by 8Asians and ISA!

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The “Asian Effect” Of APAs Outperforming Others Is Not Gene Based

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Tim

There’s no doubt that Asians Americans out perform other races in elementary, middle and high school. We have plenty of test results that show Asian Americans score higher on standardized tests. In 2008, a study found that even as young … Continue reading →

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Munko Blind Box Figure by David Choe

Posted on September 30, 2011 by sachi

Sometimes, knowing what you’re getting when shopping can be so mundane. So why not buy yourself a surprise with these Munko Blind Box Figures ($11) by David Choe. You’ll get one of twelve possible variations of the Munko whale. Or, … Continue reading →

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Director Kevin Tancharoen To Take On Mortal Kombat Reboot

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Moye

Kevin Tancharoen may be the director behind the Mortal Kombat: Legacy web series but now he’ll be adapting the video game to the big screen. From The Hollywood Reporter: “Tancharoen…who directed the 2009 remake of Fame and more recently the … Continue reading →

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8Questions With Filmmaker Derek Shimoda, June Bride: Redemption of a Yakuza

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

One of my favorite Asian American documentaries is The Killing of the Chinese Fortune Cookie, so when I heard the filmmaker, Derek Shimoda, was making another doc, I wanted to find out more. I had an opportunity to sit down … Continue reading →

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Kotetsu Open Leg Mouse Pad — Tiger & Bunny

Posted on September 29, 2011 by sachi

This is one of the more unique items we’ve seen in our dealings with Japanese anime fandom: a contoured mousepad featuring the fine backside of Tiger and Bunny protagonist Kotetsu T. Kaburagi. Produced by doujin circle Like A Purple, this … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Mari Watanabe, Executive Director, Oregon Nikkei Endowment

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

APA Spotlight is a weekly interview of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) community leaders. It is a spotlight on individuals who have dedicated their careers to issues surrounding the APIA community with the goal of bringing much deserved recognition to … Continue reading →

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LAST CHANCE: 4-pack of Tickets to Formula Drift – Round 7, “Title Fight” in Irwindale, CA (L.A.)

Posted on September 29, 2011 by jozjozjoz

Hey everyone – you have just 12 hours left to enter our Giveaway to win 4-pack of Tickets to Formula Drift – Round 7, “Title Fight” in Irwindale, CA (L.A.), provided by 8Asians and Formula DRIFT! Read this post for … Continue reading →

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