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Asian Enough

Asian Enough

Los Angeles Times

From the Los Angeles Times, “Asian Enough” is a podcast about being Asian American -- the joys, the complications and everything in between. In each episode, hosts Jen Yamato, Johana Bhuiyan, Tracy Brown and Suhauna Hussain of the Times invite special guests to share personal stories and unpack identity on their own terms. They explore the vast diaspora across cultures, backgrounds and generations, and try to expand the ways in which being Asian American is defined.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Asian Enough episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Asian Enough for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Asian Enough episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Simu Liu
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08/31/21 • 26 min

A conversation with actor Simu Liu about defying tropes as Marvel’s first Asian superhero, feeling empowered on the set of “Shang-Chi” after his experience with “Kim’s Convenience,” and the importance of being the “masters of our own narrative.” Guest photo by Miller Mobley.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Maz Jobrani
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08/24/21 • 44 min

A conversation with comedian and actor Maz Jobrani about centering his Iranian American identity in his standup, toeing the line with stereotypes onstage, and immigrating to California as a child when his family fled the Iranian Revolution. Guest photo by Storm Santos.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Leyna Bloom
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08/17/21 • 40 min

A conversation with model, actor and dancer Leyna Bloom about making history as the first trans cover model for a Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, embracing her Black and Filipina identity, and reconnecting with her mother — who was deported more than 20 years ago. Guest photo by Zenobia.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Hari Kondabolu
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08/10/21 • 44 min

A conversation with comedian and filmmaker Hari Kondabolu about taking on "The Simpsons" with his documentary “The Problem With Apu,” where he draws the line between activism and comedy, and why he’s cool with white people walking out of his shows. Guest photo by Rob Holysz.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan
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08/03/21 • 44 min

A conversation with Maitreyi Ramakrishnan of the Netflix comedy series “Never Have I Ever” about her Tamil Canadian identity, having Mindy Kaling as a boss and breaking ground by playing a flawed Asian American lead on TV. Guest photo by Yasara Gunawardena / Netflix.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Lucy Liu
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07/27/21 • 48 min

A conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Lucy Liu about fame, art, motherhood and standing up for herself on the set of "Charlie’s Angels." Guest photo by Sophy Holland.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Jenny Yang
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07/20/21 • 56 min

A conversation with comedian and writer Jenny Yang about giving ourselves permission to create, her past life as a labor organizer and how growing up among other Asian Americans taught her she could do it all.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Sohla El-Waylly
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07/13/21 • 52 min

A conversation with chef and food media personality Sohla El-Waylly about cooking Bangladeshi food with her mom, appropriation vs appreciation and microaggressions in food media. Guest photo by Jingyu Lin.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: John Cho
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07/06/21 • 58 min

A conversation with actor John Cho about fatherhood, the complexities of fame and unpacking the stories our parents tell us.

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Asian Enough - Asian Enough: Anthony Ocampo
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06/08/21 • 47 min

A conversation with sociologist and writer Anthony Ocampo about creating spaces for gay men from immigrant families, honoring Filipino nurses and expanding our definition of “Asian American."

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FAQ

How many episodes does Asian Enough have?

Asian Enough currently has 38 episodes available.

What topics does Asian Enough cover?

The podcast is about Asian American, Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Podcasts and Asian.

What is the most popular episode on Asian Enough?

The episode title 'Asian Enough: Maz Jobrani' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Asian Enough?

The average episode length on Asian Enough is 43 minutes.

How often are episodes of Asian Enough released?

Episodes of Asian Enough are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Asian Enough?

The first episode of Asian Enough was released on Mar 4, 2020.

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