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Category Archives: Sports
Racist Jeremy Lin Skit Dims The Mike Brilliant Show
http://youtu.be/yQtFQjtKSj0?t=6m I have to hand it to Alex Tichauer – his Jeremy Lin sketch on the University of Arizona’s “UA Tonight with Mike Brilliant” show manages to touch on almost every negative Asian American stereotype that I can think of. … Continue reading
Before the Linsanity: “Who is the Best Asian-American Athlete?” Redux
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIvTcCfRStw It was just over a month ago (right before Linsanity started) that I made a post entitled: TMZ Asks Apolo Anton Ohno, “Who is the Best Asian-American Athlete?” after a TMZ cameraman stalked Apolo Ohno while he was leaving … Continue reading
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The 8Asians Talk About AAJA’s Media Advisory for Jeremy Lin (and the Backlash)
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
Posted in Discrimination, Observations, Sports, TalkAbout
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Ben Henderson Wins UFC Lightweight Championship
I have written about a number of Asians Americans in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), such as Mark Munoz and Nam Phan. One that I haven’t talked about is Ben “Smooth” Henderson, who won the UFC lightweight championship at UFC 144 … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Sports
Tagged Ben Henderson, Frankie Edgar, lightweight championship, MMA, UFC 144
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The 8Asians Talk About Something Better Than Jeremy Lin Puns
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
Fox 5 Anchor Makes Racist Statement About Jeremy Lin
Once again, the Jeremy Lin phenomenon has unearthed a massive trove of anti Asian American racism. Unlike the unfortunate ESPN headline, this racist remark is far more blatant. One anchor is talking about the physical attributes that help Jeremy Lin … Continue reading
Posted in Discrimination, Entertainment, Sports, TV
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You’re My Jeremy Lin: Why He Fascinates The Chinese American Community
By Gregory My Dad sent me this email a few days ago: You must have heard of this kid, Jeremy Lin, a Knick basketball player. His rise to stardom just a week ago really drives all my friends here crazy. I’m excited … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Lifestyles, Sports
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Giveaway: Limited Edition “My Linja” Shirt by My Ninja!
With the overwhelming performance of Jeremy Lin of The New York Knicks, MY NINJA! Clothing launched a collection of limited edition tees and tanks in honor of the Bay Area native who has taken the media by storm. Many people … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Promotions, Sports
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ESPN.com Editor Apologizes For Racist Jeremy Lin Headline
This past weekend, ESPN finally took action in their “chink in the armor” fiasco by suspending the news anchor, Max Bretos, who used the phrase on-air and firing the editor responsible for posting the awful headline. While Bretos has apologized … Continue reading
Posted in Discrimination, Sports
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ESPN Calls Jeremy Lin a “Chink” in Article Headline, Quickly Retracted
Around two years ago, 8Asians had a TalkAbout post where we discussed whether the phrase “chink in the armor” was offensive to say or not. While it was decided that it depended on the context, it’s safe to say this … Continue reading
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The Daily Show’s Take on LINSANITY: the Asian Basketball Invasion
The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon – Thurs 11p / 10c Larry Wilmore’s Lin-Grown Toenail www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor & Satire Blog The Daily Show on Facebook Earlier this week, I highlighted how Stephen Colbert has … Continue reading
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How To Overcome Jeremy Lin Fatigue
We know how you feel and frankly, we agree with you. We’re sick of all the conversations, Facebook posts, Tweets, emails and articles about Jeremy Lin. The blogosphere, at least for Asian Americans, has been oversaturated with the latest observations … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Sports
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