About Being Chinese, Learning ABC

Learning About Artistic Expression: a Conversation on Creativity and Identity

Kaley chats with friend, student & tattoo artist Josh who has a passion for being 'a creative', self-expression, culture and the connection between emotions, identity and art. The two talk about being lost, attending school, and using work and art as a way of helping people on their healing journey. Josh shares funny tattoos, ones that relate to Filipino heritage or mental health struggles, and pieces from friends at the Dolorosa Tattoo Studio.

Learning About Leanne: A Chat with My Younger Sister

Kaley and her younger sister Leanne talk about life growing up in New York, identity exploration, personal journeys and being a person of color. We discuss family as an Asian American Adoptee, adjusting to life after high school, and analyze our personality differences as sisters. Leanne shares her challenges as a student with a learning disability and lessons from college.

Learning About Malaysia: Cooking and Lessons from an International Student

Kaley along with roommate and friend Ranya, cooks a traditional Malaysian shrimp dish. They talk about life in Los Angeles and Malaysia, relationships, college as an international student, spices, cooking shows, and personal connections between food and memories. Ranya shares how her love of cooking reminds her of home, alongside a variety of anecdotes about her journey in the US and the lessons she’s learned coming all the way from Asia.

Trailer: About Being Chinese, Learning ABC

A show where I, an AAPI Adoptee, explore a variety of Asian cultures with my co-hosts & discuss identity. We'll look at food, language, arts & more. A show where we learn about the experiences and cultures that make us uniquely Asian.
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