Literature
Columnist Marj Ostani on cultivating community and her debut book ‘Homecoming’
Community spaces and the people behind them are how Ostani has arrived at a place of writing, producing and self-publishing her own book, she says.
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Unmasking
Filipino illustrator Jethro Ian Lacson weaves identity in art
In a country as visually stimulating as the Philippines, an artist never lacks inspiration. For Lacson, being a Filipino queer artist has always informed his art-making.
Film
Pan de Soul: Is playing into Filipino stereotypes necessary to make it in Hollywood?
The hosts of “Pan de Soul” podcast chat about being Filipino American in Hollywood and whether playing into stereotypes helps or hinders comedic storytelling.
Essay
Navigating life as a bipolar creative
Maria Aranza Peralta says she is glad to let the world know she is a bipolar creative and still living a life filled with hope, positivity and art.
Literature
R.F. Kuang’s ‘Yellowface’ is a biting critique of the publishing industry
R.F. Kuang’s “Yellowface” explores who has the right to tell stories and provides an unflinching look at the publishing industry, social media and stories about suffering.
Unmasking
Unmasking poet Ari B. Cofer
As a renowned writer, Ari B. Cofer knows she can rely on the privilege of being seen and heard only in certain settings. And even if she platforms her vulnerabilities and cries for safety toward the horrors of being Black in America, she still feels scared sometimes.
Television
Media powerhouse Ebony Williams on carving her own path and the impact of mentorship
After navigating her early career in media and entertainment on her own, Ebony Williams says mentorship is essential and it’s her turn to pull others up with her.
Creators
Actor, creator Monica Joelle Ortiz thrives with family bonds and Filipino stories
Monica Joelle Ortiz talks rejection, family support and humanizing Filipino stories.
Creators
Illuminating Asian pop culture with BuzzFeed A*Pop’s Janna Macatangay
BuzzFeed A*Pop lead video producer Janna Macatangay says she wants Asian Americans to feel seen.
Music
Alan Z talks authenticity in the face of show business
Alan Z is no stranger to media executives and other outside forces that have tried to box in his artistry.
Music
Getting to know multihyphenate artist King Marie
Chicago artist and Emmy Award nominee King Marie says she always knew she was a queen.
Television
Ami Park shares journey to ‘Alaska Daily’: ‘It’s definitely not been overnight’
“Alaska Daily” is the first time Ami Park is billed as part of a main cast. After years of navigating the Los Angeles acting circuit, it’s a feat Park doesn’t take lightly.