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Asian American History 101

Gen and Ted Lai
Asian American History
Chinese Exclusion Act
Asian American Identity
Chinese American History
Asian Pacific American Athletes
Olympics
Vietnam War
2024 STAATUS Index
Indian Americans
Children's Literature
Nail Salon Industry
Hawaii
Discrimination
Anti-Filipino Riots
Instant Ramen
Cultural Exchange
Send Chinatown Love
We're Different and It's Totally Cool
Teriyaki
Aahoa

Asian American History 101 is a fun, family-friendly, and informative podcast co-hosted by Gen and Ted Lai, the daughter and father team. The podcast will entertain and educate people as Gen and Ted dive into the vast history of Asian Pacific Americans from the struggles they faced to their contributions and triumphs. And sometimes we cover topics of the Asian Pacific Diaspora globally.

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 35! Our guest today is the critically acclaimed UK #1 Sunday Times bestselling writer June CL Tan, author of the Darker By Four Duology, including her latest novel Brighter Than Nine.

A Singaporean who now resides in N... more

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 34! This might be the world's easiest trivia question, but what multibillion dollar sport began as a fun pastime in Hawaii? If you guessed surfing, you'd be right, and that's our main story this episode.

Long before su... more

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 33! Our guest this episode is the award-winning broadcast journalist Carol Lin. Her career has placed her at the center of some of the most consequential moments in modern American history. Other than being a broadcast jo... more

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 32! It's food time again!In this episode, we're talking about a dish that may not be as widely known… Yakamein. It's one of those dishes that feels inseparable from New Orleans, but it does show up throughout the U.S. Sou... more

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Recent Guests

June CL Tan
UK No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling writer, author of The Darker By Four Duology
Author, Brighter Than Nine; Jade Firegold; Darker By Four
Episode: A Conversation with Acclaimed Best-Selling Writer June CL Tan, Author of Brighter Than Nine
Carol Lin
Award-winning broadcast journalist and author
Journalism, Public Service
Episode: A Conversation with Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist Carol Lin, Author of When News Breaks
Linda Green
Miss Linda, the Yakamein lady
New Orleans Yakamein tradition
Episode: The History of Old Sober... The Chinese, Black, and Creole Origins of Yakamein
Gabriel Prevost-Takahashi
Actor, writer and producer with multilingual, multinational background; known for Avatar The Last Airbender and Shōgun
Independent/Entertainment
Episode: A Conversation with Actor Gabriel Prevost-Takahashi of Avatar The Last Airbender
Miles Toriko Burks
California based cartoonist, writer and illustrator
Self-employed/Independent author
Episode: A Conversation with Cartoonist, Writer, Illustrator Miles Toriko Burks, the Creator of the Graphic Novel Encore!
Jolene Gutierrez
Award-winning neurodivergent teacher-librarian and co-author of Unbreakable
Denver Academy
Episode: A Conversation with Jolene Gutiérrez and Chris Sasaki the Award-Winning Author and Award-Winning Illustrator of Unbreakable
Chris Sasaki
EMMY and ANNIE award-winning animation artist and co-author/illustrator for Unbreakable
Freelance/Studio collaborations mentioned (Pixar, Laika, etc.)
Episode: A Conversation with Jolene Gutiérrez and Chris Sasaki the Award-Winning Author and Award-Winning Illustrator of Unbreakable
Livia Blackburne
New York Times bestselling author, Chinese American writer
Author (various genres)
Episode: A Conversation with NY Times Bestselling Author Livia Blackburne and Illustrator and Author Julia Kuo the Creators of Bings Cherries
Julia Kuo
Taiwanese American illustrator and author
Illustrator and author
Episode: A Conversation with NY Times Bestselling Author Livia Blackburne and Illustrator and Author Julia Kuo the Creators of Bings Cherries

Hosts

Gen Lai
Host with Ted Lai; long-running co-host focused on Asian American history and storytelling.
Ted Lai
Co-host and father of Gen Lai; provides context and warmth in conversations about history and representation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • Excellent podcast for AAPI community

    This is a really informative but fun podcast, made lighter due to the cheerful hosts. I appreciate that they focus on making the present better by learning about the past, and they highlight AAPI people who don’t always get the spotlight (sorry but tired of hearing about actors). It’s balanced and one of the better AAPI focused podcasts out there

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CityGal415
    United States5 months ago
  • Learned So Much!

    Gen and Ted have covered so much I didn’t know about Asian American (and sometimes Canadian) history. Recent example—the anti-Filipino riots in Seattle in the 20th century. I also appreciate the interviews with current Asian American artists and other talented people. Examples—Grace Lin, children’s book author, and Sarah Myer, graphic novelist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    athirkell
    United States2 years ago
  • Love love love this podcast!

    I found this by chance and totally fell in love with this podcast. This father/daughter duo present the AAPI history in easily digestible episodes and in a fun, friendly manner. It feels like you’re having dinner with friends rather than sitting in a lecture hall.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EliotHonda
    United States5 years ago
  • So important and relevant.

    Thank you thank you for creating this podcast. I didn’t learn any of this in our American History courses. Now that several states are moving to pull funding from public schools for teaching children “too much” about America’s history of slavery and racism. Your podcast is more relevant and important than ever. Thank you for all the hard work you put into this. I hope you keep going for a long time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rwc Mum
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing info!

    Ted and Gen do a great job in sharing Asian American history. Very engaging and definitely highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sajin cagin
    United States5 years ago

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Guests are well-curated, with a mix of authors, activists, and educators who provide diverse perspectives.
Listeners praise approachable history and engaging hosts who balance depth with accessibility.
Audiences note the family dynamic adds warmth and relatability to heavy topics.

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A Conversation with Acclaimed Best-Selling Writer June CL Tan, Author of Brighter Than Nine
Q: Can you talk about the use of numbers like four and nine in the titles and mythology, and how fans should read into them?
June explains that numerology and linguistic homophones influence the titles and chapter hints, with careful attention paid to Cantonese/Mandarin wordplay, offering Easter eggs rather than requiring readers to decode every reference.
A Conversation with Acclaimed Best-Selling Writer June CL Tan, Author of Brighter Than Nine
Q: How do you determine what background needs to be explained in the book or on your website?
She notes a careful balance between clear, essential lore and allowing readers to discover other details through glossary, website, or rereading, aiming to respect the reader's time while preserving immersion.
A Conversation with Acclaimed Best-Selling Writer June CL Tan, Author of Brighter Than Nine
Q: What inspired the two-book arc in the Darker By Four duology and the decision to merge traditional folklore with modern elements?
June discusses wanting a reincarnation-driven romance with star-crossed lovers, and how personal histories, myth, and modern life intersect to form a layered narrative that balances tragedy with humor and resilience.
A Conversation with Actor Gabriel Prevost-Takahashi of Avatar The Last Airbender
Q: Why is it important for Asian Pacific creators to work behind the camera as well as in front of it?
Gabriel highlights the platform and responsibility that comes with Avatar's momentum, advocating for continued storytelling that broadens representation and brings new voices to the fore.
A Conversation with Actor Gabriel Prevost-Takahashi of Avatar The Last Airbender
Q: What drew you to tell stories like Go For Broke, and why is it important to explore Japanese American experiences during World War II?
He emphasizes a sense of responsibility to tell untold stories and to continue the legacy of those who fought for freedom and dignity, viewing Go For Broke as a meaningful extension of representation.

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1. June CL Tan
2. Carol Lin
3. Linda Green
4. Gabriel Prevost-Takahashi
5. Miles Toriko Burks
6. Jolene Gutierrez
7. Chris Sasaki
8. Livia Blackburne

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