Category Archives: 8Questions

APA Spotlight: Ken Tanabe, Loving Day

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

Ken Tanabe is the founder and president of Loving Day. Loving Day is an educational community project that fights racial prejudice through education and builds multicultural community. Continue reading →

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The Working APA Actor: Lynn Chen

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Edward

The Working APA Actor is a bi-monthly interview of Asian Pacific Islander American actors in the entertainment world, whether it be theater, film, television, or commercials. It is an inside look at these actors exploring their passion in their craft … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Shinae Yoon, Visual Communications & The Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

APA Spotlight is a bi-monthly 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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The Working APA Actor: Maya Erskine

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Edward

The Working APA Actor is a bi-monthly interview of Asian Pacific Islander American actors in the entertainment world, whether it be theater, film, television, or commercials. It is an inside look at these actors exploring their passion in their craft … Continue reading →

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The Working APA Actor: Bobby Naderi

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Edward

The Working APA Actor is a bi-monthly interview of Asian Pacific Islander American actors in the entertainment world, whether it be theater, film, television, or commercials. It is an inside look at these actors exploring their passion in their craft … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Tom Ikeda, Densho: The Japanese American Legacy Project

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

Tom Ikeda is the founding Executive Director of Densho: The Japanese American Legacy Project. Continue reading →

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8 Questions: Nam Phan from The Ultimate Fighter 12

Posted on November 10, 2010 by Jeff

Nam Phan was happy with the post we did earlier on how he fought his way into The Ultimate Fighter reality show, so we managed to arrange this interview with him.   We talk about such diverse subjects as  the difficulties … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Jennifer Sanderson, Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

Jennifer Sanderson is the director of The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE). She has dedicated her time to create opportunities for APIAs in the entertainment industry through networking and education. Continue reading →

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8Questions: Dyana Liu of Cartoon Network’s Tower Prep

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

People complain that there aren’t enough Asian Pacific Islanders on TV. And it’s true. So when someone actually makes it, we should celebrate and recognize them. That’s why I’d like to highlight the über talented and beautiful Dyana Liu. She is the newest star of the Cartoon Network’s second live-action show Tower Prep. Her character, Suki Sato, is NOT the stereotypical dragon lady, geisha, or awkward nerd (although her character is very intelligent). She’s as three dimensional Asian American female as I’ve seen on television for a long time. Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Angela E. Oh, Western Justice Center Foundation

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

Angela E. Oh serves as the Executive Director of the Western Justice Center Foundation (WJC) Continue reading →

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8Asians Interviews The Bangerz on their New Single, “Robot Remains”

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Rosemary

What do you get when you put together one-part musical heavy hitters and one-part dance floor phenomena? You get the single “Robot Remains,” an explosive collaboration between The Bangerz and America’s Best Dance Crew alumni The Jabbawockeez that was released … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Konrad Ng, University of Hawaii & the Smithsonian Institution

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

Konrad Ng is a professor of creative media at the University of Hawaii and Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary for History, Art, and Culture at the Smithsonian Institution. Continue reading →

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