Category Archives: Observations

Newspaper sets up 2 Asian Americans on a date, massive boredom ensues

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Guest Writer

by Leeland Lee Get ready to cringe. The New York Post recently set up two random Brooklynites on a blind date in their “This Week’s Couple” segment. Asian Americans Chris, 30, and Vickie, 27, met up for dinner at Café … Continue reading →

Posted in Dating, New York, Observations, WTF | 7 Comments

Is shame the reason why Filipino food has not gone mainstream yet?

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Jeff

Over the years, there have been many stories about Filipino food becoming the entering the American mainstream.  Efren wrote this one in 2007, and I wrote one in 2012 as people like chef and TV host Andrew Zimmern  were proclaiming … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Drink, Observations | Tagged | 3 Comments

Earwax: We Are Not Created Equal

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Koji Steven Sakai

It might be just me, but I assumed that everyone had the same earwax. But while researching my last article (Do Asians Smell?) I found out that (most) Asians have completely different earwax than those of other races. I even … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Health and Beauty, Lifestyles, Observations | Tagged | 5 Comments

Do Asians Smell?

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Koji Steven Sakai

Dear 8Asians readers, After a long long long hiatus, I’m back! And asking the hard hitting questions I’ve come to be known for. Please send me questions that you want answered! Today’s topic is—drum roll please—“Do Asians Smell?” (This should … Continue reading →

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The #CancelColbert Kerfuffle: Why Suey Park Got It Wrong

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Guest Writer

By Greg Watanabe Regarding the #cancelColbert kerfuffle. So, there’s two things: The first being the sketch itself, which is about the Washington Redskins’ owner creating the “Washington Redskins Original Americans Foundation” to mitigate the pr damage from having such a … Continue reading →

Posted in Comedy, Current Events, Entertainment, Observations | 15 Comments

I’ll Take Fear: The #CancelColbert Response to Mainstream Media’s Racism

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Guest Writer

By Timothy Fong I would prefer to resolve disagreements with mutually respectful dialogue. But when that fails, I’ll take fear. On Thursday, the Colbert Report did a skit where the punchline was “I am willing to show the Asian community … Continue reading →

Posted in Comedy, Current Events, Discrimination, Entertainment, Observations | 15 Comments

3 Years Later: Recovery Continues from 2011 Tohoku Japanese Quake and Tsunami

Posted on March 11, 2014 by jozjozjoz

In 2011, when news struck of the quake and tsunami, I remember watching in horror as video footage began broadcasting on NHK. As it turned out, the quake was just a precursor to more horrific disasters to come. The tsunami … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, History, Observations | 1 Comment

Remembering 228: My First Lesson at the Taiwanese American Foundation (TAF) Summer Camp

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Guest Writer

This piece was written for the youth participants and alumni of the Taiwanese American Foundation (TAF), the oldest summer conference serving people of Taiwanese heritage. It was originally published at the TAF website and has been republished here with permission. … Continue reading →

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The Oakland Asian Cultural Center (OACC) Presents: #APIVoices YouTube Video Contest

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Guest Writer

8Asians is an official media partner of this project. The Oakland Asian Cultural Center (OACC) is proud to present our national #APIVoices YouTube Video Contest! This is YOUR chance to share a topic that you feel is relevant to the … Continue reading →

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On Chocolate Roses or Why Asian Dramas Are The Worst

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Guest Writer

By Sean Miura In high school I had a crush on this girl. She was funny and bubbly and outgoing. I was serious and self deprecating and reclusive. Perfect match. 15 year old Sean had no idea how the whole … Continue reading →

Posted in Dating, Observations | 3 Comments

Being an Asian in New England

Posted on December 26, 2013 by Shako Liu

A couple of months ago, I moved from Los Angeles to the northwestern part of Connecticut for my new job. I had never lived in a small town with about 95 percent Caucasians before. Honestly, I had more culture shock … Continue reading →

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Stereotypes on TV: Can’t Win Even When We Do

Posted on December 5, 2013 by Xxxtine

Recently the NYTimes ran a piece celebrating a significant milestone in North American Western Hollywood TV; two of the strongest and most interesting female leads are being played by Asian-American actresses; Maggie Q as Nikita and Lucy Liu as Dr. … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Observations, TV | 9 Comments