Category Archives: Observations

Is Disney Remaking Snow White with a Chinese Warrior Theme?

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Edward

I just caught word that Disney is attempting to make a live-action version of their beloved classic Snow White but this time, it’s going to be set in 19th century China. The plot goes like this: A 19th century Englishwoman who … Continue reading →

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Breaking News: Bruce Lee Had a Thing for White Girls!

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Ben

It never ceases to amaze me when there are 8Asians commenters that continue to use Bruce Lee as a figure for dating exclusively Asian. While Mr. Lee was very proud of his Asian heritage, he himself was a quarter Caucasian … Continue reading →

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Ask an Asian: What should I bring and do at a Chinese New Year Dinner?

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Jeff

© Copyright Chris McMillan and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence. (Every so often, we here at 8Asians get e-mails asking for advice. Here is one from contributor Jeff (me) asking about what to do when invited to … Continue reading →

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Sexy Beijing Brings China’s #1 Internet Television

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Ben

Sometimes it’s amazing the weird things you can run across on Youtube. I recently came across Sexy Beijing, an web series in China and while the video above is suitable for work,  some of the interviews may be questionable due … Continue reading →

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Self-Segregation in Religion

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Ben

So I was out having dinner with a few friends and the topic of religion came about. One of the guys basically invited us to his church and the question came up on whether or not the church accepted mixed … Continue reading →

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Why Do People Hate Asian Male/White Female Relationships?

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Ben

So I was actually looking up to see whether or not Match.com or eHarmony had done any commercials with AMWF since it seemed like it’s the new thang to do as far as couples on television. I thought I saw … Continue reading →

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The 8Asians Talk About: Contradictory Advice from Asian Parents

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Ernie

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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Rush Limbaugh “Ching Chongs” Hu Jintao

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Ben

Chinese President Hu Jintao is on a four day visit to Washington DC where the American media was provided an untranslated speech. Unfortunate for the rest of us, radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh decided to do his own rendition … Continue reading →

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How To Be a Bad Asian: It’s Not All About API Rights in Movies

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Ben

Life is hard enough as an Asian. Not all of us can get perfect SAT scores, graduate from medical school or trick out a Honda Civic. The pressure to embrace our culture remains but sometimes, we just don’t want to. … Continue reading →

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Asian American Commercial Watch: Ally Bank and Randall Park

Posted on January 19, 2011 by John

I just caught this commercial featuring funny man actor Randall Park. I think the last time I saw Park was when he was going on a date with a fellow Asian American in a Wells Fargo commercial – which I … Continue reading →

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Is the Green Hornet’s Kato Just Another Model Minority Stereotype?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Guest Writer

By Jason I was really excited to see The Green Hornet that just recently came out. I heard a lot of things about it before it came out, including the character, Kato, played by Jay Chou. I am impressed by … Continue reading →

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