Someday is Here

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Episode 31 - Christine Yi Suh Nov 17, 2020

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This episode with @christineyisuh is packed with so much fire and heart. Christine is a leader to know and follow. Her writing is full of substance, empathy, and passion. You’ll be moved by an excerpt from her upcoming book about her great aunt escaping North Korea. We cover so many important topics: the model minority myth, the importance of knowing our history, shining and shrinking, and so much more. The future is bright because of leaders like Christine! Can’t wait for you to listen to our conversation!

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHRISTINE
Instagram: @christineyisuh

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Credits:
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 30 - Nancy Wang Yuen Nov 10, 2020

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You’re going to love this conversation with @nancywyuen, author of “Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism,” sociologist, and pop culture expert. We cover so many important and helpful topics: what it means to be 1.5, the use of identifying as Asian American, #oscarssowhite, the importance of role models, practical components and steps for organizations seeking to make true change, #representationmatters, and so much more. Nancy is a brilliant thinker and communicator and a great leader worth following. Can’t wait for you to listen to this episode!

LEARN MORE ABOUT NANCY

Twitter: @nancywyuen
Instagram: @nancywyuen

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Instagram: @vivmabuni + @somedayisherepodcast
Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 29 - Larnie Boqurien Nov 03, 2020

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“Going for Gratitude” | The postponement of the Tokyo summer olympics made it possible for me to meet and have a conversation with Larnie Boquiren, the Sports Medicine Manager for the USA Women’s Water Polo team. We talked about her Filipino heritage, her path to becoming an athletic trainer, as well as having perspective and gratitude for what we have.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Larnie

Follow along Larnie with the USA Women’s Water Polo Team’s Instagram: @womenswp_usa

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Instagram: @vivmabuni + @somedayisherepodcast
Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 28 - Michelle Reyes Oct 27, 2020

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“Every, Some and None” | Author, speaker and activist Dr. Michelle Reyes speaks with Vivian on cultural identity, the difference between ethnicity and nationality, and how she can simultaneously feel like “every Indian, some Indians, and no other Indians”. Michelle also shares how growing up bicultural has given her a high radar for others in liminal spaces.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Michelle

Instagram: @michelleamireyes

Twitter: @drmichellereyes

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Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 27 - Grace Cho Oct 20, 2020

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“Telling Our Stories” | Grace is a writer and the Editorial Manager at (in)courage. She shares with Vivian about finding home, linking arms with other women, and embracing our whole self as a leader.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Grace

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracepcho/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gracepcho
Blog: www.gracepcho.com
Twitter: @gracepcho
https://annvoskamp.com/2018/08/when-life-is-still-in-the-midst-of-a-fallow-season/

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Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 26 - Margaret Yu Oct 13, 2020

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“Know Your History” Margaret Yu has over 30 years of experience developing leaders on college campuses around the world. Her and Vivian discuss the importance of knowing where you come from and its role in life and leadership.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Margaret
Instagram: instagram.com/epicmyu

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Instagram: @vivmabuni + @somedayisherepodcast
Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 25 - Laura Izumikawa Oct 06, 2020

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“‘What Really Lasts’ with Laura Izumikawa of Naptime with Joey”, known for the cheeky photos of her daughter Joey being dressed as pop culture icons while she napped, joins Vivian for a candid conversation about her mixed heritage, the importance of representation and making social media meaningful.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Laura
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraiz/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauraizchoi/
Blog: http://lauraiz.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lauraiz
Twitter: @lauraizumikawa

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Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 24 - Jocelyn Chung Sep 29, 2020

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Wow! Season 3 is finally here! Welcome back, everyone! I’ve been waiting patiently for two seasons to interview Jocelyn Chung. I’m thrilled she is the first guest for this season. When you hear our conversation you’ll know why. Jocelyn is a lettering artist and graphic designer and the brains and talent behind the Someday is Here logo. We talk about her inspiration behind the logo, her journey as the daughter of Taiwainese immigrants. We packed so much substance into our conversation. Be sure to follow her on Instagram and consider supporting her work through her patreon and ordering her stickers and lettering art. You’re in for a treat today!

LEARN MORE ABOUT Jocelyn
Instagram: @jocekittyllama
Twitter: @JocelynSChung
Website: jocelynchung.co/

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xInstagram: @vivmabuni + @somedayisherepodcast
Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 23 - Susie Gamez Apr 28, 2020

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“#representationmatters” Susie Gamez is Canadian by birth, Korean by heritage, married to a Mexican and currently lives in Long Beach, California. She is a gifted leader who breaks the mold and brings a wealth of experience working in multi-ethnic spaces.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SUSIE

www.Susiegamez.com

IG: @susiekgamez

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Instagram: @vivmabuni + @somedayisherepodcast
Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

Episode 22 - Jensine Lee Apr 21, 2020

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“Wherever you go, there you are” Jensine Lee’s grandfather escaped the Cultural Revolution in China and became a leader in San Francisco. She shares about legacy, leadership, and learning inside and outside of Asian spaces.

LEARN MORE ABOUT JENSINE

IG: @jensane + @penandpagegals

Stay connected with me on
Instagram: @vivmabuni + @somedayisherepodcast
Twitter: @vivmabuni
www.vivianmabuni.com

Credits
Sound Engineer: Aaron Kretzman of Phos Studios
Music: Joseph Patrick of Passion Net Productions
Executive Producer: Chantel Runnels
Design: Jocelyn Chung

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