The Slant

17/05/2019

After two years and 105 issues, we have made the difficult decision to end The Slant.

This project started out of the wake of the 2016 election, where we had a lot of time and a lot of drive. Now, we still have a lot of drive...but not so much time—which is tricky. But a much more compelling reason is that our mission—to tell the stories of underrepresented Asian / Pacific Islander / Desi Americans (APIDA)—is being fulfilled by incredible organizations. Whether it's our friends at , or , or , or The Aerogram, more and more APIDA stories are being told. And more and more APIDA can find what they're looking for.

We hope that this tiny contribution has encouraged our community to pursue Slant-like projects of their own. Because all it takes is just starting. I'm so excited to see what you all do, in and out of the APIDA community.

17/05/2019

After two years and 104 weekly issues, we're ending The Slant's weekly newsletter. Thanks for joining us. Here's our last issue. https://mailchi.mp/slant/its-our-last-issue

After 104 issues (that's two years of consecutive weekly issues!) we're wrapping things up. But don't worry: there's plenty of folx out there telling great stories of APIDA communities. Check out our last issue today.

22/03/2019

In this week’s issue we chat with James Boo, managing producer of Self Evident, about Asian identity in America. Check out the interview, along with several other stories:

https://us15.campaign-archive.com/?u=5348f1f93a79bcecce6049848&id=f6541f2a52

18/03/2019

Be sure to tune in to listen to our very own .sutjahjo!

06/03/2019

That time our very own Natalie Buoy was casually featured on Forbes.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/civicnation/2019/03/05/centering-the-asian-american-community/

This AAPI Equal Pay Day, I want to highlight how important it is to hire diverse people in any industry or field. Adding Asian American artists of all ethnicities to the mix—and paying them equally—will elevate your creative work by providing a perspective no other community can.

08/02/2019

More and more, Asian American women are joining lion dance: a historically male-dominated martial art. Learn more in this week's Slant 🧨 https://mailchi.mp/slant/lion-dance

More and more, Asian American women are joining lion dance: a historically male-dominated martial art. Learn more in this week's Slant

04/02/2019

Looking for ways to celebrate Lunar New Year? Come check out “King of the Yees” a new play by friend of The Slant Lauren Yee at the San Francisco Playhouse. This heartwarming story follows Lauren as she searches for her father, a beloved leader in their Chinese American community, who has suddenly gone missing. In this journey through time and space, she explores Chinatown’s changing landscape and attempts to chronicle a vanishing piece of American culture.

AND a special treat - this Wed (2/6), our very own Andrew Hsieh will be moderating a post-play panel featuring Lauren Yee herself, alongside Karen Mok (The Cosmos Co-Founder), Thi Bui (author of The Best We Could Do), Angela Yip (AAMPLIFY Social Justice Director), and Vanessa Hua (Author of A River of Stars). Tickets on sale now!

https://www.broadwayworld.com/san-francisco/article/Asian-American-Leaders-Panel-Following-KING-OF-THE-YEES-20190130

01/02/2019

We'd rate college ⭐⭐ and 💲💲💲💲 on Yelp. Here's why. https://mailchi.mp/slant/college-aint-cheap

College ain't cheap! And it hits Asian Americans the hardest. Learn how this week, and celebrate Fred Korematsu day while you're at it.

25/01/2019

We’ll be honest, we're not covering the happiest news this week. Read on for how the shutdown affects AAPI seniors and more. https://mailchi.mp/slant/shutdown-adoption

This week, here's how the shutdown is affecting AAPI seniors. Plus, see how one deported Korean adoptee is trying to hold South Korea accountable. Also featuring Tiffany Chu, the lead actress on Justin Chon's latest film.

23/01/2019

If you haven't heard the name Bing Liu yet, get ready - because he's about to take the world by storm. Last week we spoke with the budding OSCAR NOMINATED (woo!!!) director about his film "Minding the Gap.” Since it's debut at the 2018 film festival, it's already received 28 award recognitions and is officially in the running for "Best Documentary Feature" at the Oscars. This film shook us to our cores. By capturing some of the most intimate and painful moments of his and his friends lives, he paints a powerful and breathtaking narrative on race, class, and what it means to be a man in modern America. Check out the full interview here:

https://medium.com/the-baton/bing-lius-quiet-confidence-and-powerful-vision-have-led-him-to-the-oscars-front-door-79ce5794e33e

18/01/2019

Here's how hula fights toxic masculinity in prison 💃

This week, we explore how hula's helping rehabilitate prisoners in San Quentin, and take a look at the gender gap in the Asian American community. Plus, we interview Bing Liu on his new documentary, "Minding the Gap."

11/01/2019

This week, we explore why Guam loves Spam—and how it's propelling heart disease to Guam's leading cause of death.

This week, we explore why Guam loves Spam—and how it's propelling heart disease to Guam's leading cause of death. Plus: why so many hippies became Buddhists in the '50s, and how they became so dang Orientalist in the process.

04/01/2019

This week: we feature Banana Magazine's story on how Asian American dominatrices subvert the stereotype. Plus: how an ex-Apple engineer intends to fight Big Fish Sauce.

This week: we feature Banana Magazine's story on how Asian American dominatrixes subvert the stereotype. Plus: how an ex-Apple engineer intends to fight Big Fish Sauce.

02/01/2019

We are incredibly humbled to be included on Leah Nichol’s list of 100 Most Influential Asian Americans to look out for in 2019. We wouldn’t be where we are today without the support of our subscribers - excited to provide even more inspiring content in 2019 .sutjahjo

https://mrawmraw.squarespace.com/100azns/archive/2018

28/12/2018

'cos no New Year's party is complete without SERIOUS ASIAN AMERICAN DISCUSSION, here's your catchup for the week! 🎊🎉 -

'cos no New Year's party is complete without SERIOUS ASIAN AMERICAN DISCUSSION, here's your catchup for the week!

21/12/2018

Sure, beauty pageants may be passe, but Miss Universe (née Miss Philippines) and Miss Vietnam are tours de force for more reasons than one. Learn about that story and more in this week's Slant!

Sure, beauty pageants may be passe, but Miss Universe (née Miss Philippines) and Miss Vietnam are tours de force for more reasons than one. Learn all about them in this week’s Slant, and get educated on why Marshallese Pacific Islands are leaving their mother country, too.

14/12/2018

On Wednesday, 45's administration revised a 2008 agreement with Hanoi, putting Vietnamese immigrants who arrived before 1995 in danger. Read more in this week's Slant.

On Wednesday, the Trump administration stated its intention to revise a 2008 agreement with Hanoi, which prevented deportation of Vietnamese immigrants who had not yet become citizens by 1995. Now, that's changing. Read more in this week's Slant.

11/12/2018

This episode of Hey Arnold will forever hit us in the feels
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In ‘96 the Arnold crew had our Christmas party in a Hollywood bar, where we watched the special on a big TV. By the end, all the hipster bartenders had stopped working and just stood together watching to see what would happen. When this scene came on, I noticed that two of them were hugging and crying. And I thought “Wow, this is working! We can make people feel something good!”

07/12/2018

This week: everything you need to know, from immigration to fried chicken. And * deep breath * JOLLIBEE'S GOING GLOBAL!! 🍗🍗🍗 -

This week, get into the nitty-gritty on how Jollibee is expanding internationally—and supplement your newfound knowledge on fried chicken with the latest important news on immigration hurdles in the U.S.A. That's right—food AND politics. That's our brand.

30/11/2018

Sexual assault does not define Amanda Nguyen . CEO of Rise, former NASA intern, and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Amanda is rising above, starting a movement, and trying to become president/astronaut while doing it. Check out our interview with her in this week’s issue, where we also discuss how Moana is saving the Hawaiian language, reminisce on our SAT prep days, and recommend some books for your holiday wish list.

https://mailchi.mp/slant/amanda-nguyen-rises-above

30/11/2018

We're incredibly honored this week to interview Amanda Nguyen, the leading force behind what is now the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Rights Act. Plus, see how Moana is helping save the Hawaiian language.

This week, we interview Amanda Nguyen, the leading force behind what is now the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Rights Act, which passed in 2016. Plus, the latest AAPI news—including how Moana is helping save the Hawaiian language.

29/11/2018

Always mesmerized by the work of our lovely and talented

16/11/2018

Before you head into the holidays, be sure to check out this week’s issue of The Slant! We reflect on the last 50 years since the term “Asian American” was coined, celebrate Democrat Andy Kim’s win in New Jersey, and chat with The Asian American Feminist Collective about providing a space for Asian American women to talk about politics.

https://mailchi.mp/slant/aafc

09/11/2018

TGIF!! In this week’s issue, we recap the mid-term election and the major progress that was made for representation in the API community. We also sit down with Crystal Strait, CEO of Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, to discuss the direction of the organization under Dr. Leana Wen’s leadership and how they are increasing access to care for Asian Americans across the county. Check out these stories and more - link below:

https://mailchi.mp/slant/crystal-strait

07/11/2018

That was an election for the books - nearly 114M ballots were cast in the midterm elections, and for the first time in history 2 Muslim women, 2 Native American women, and 1 openly gay man were voted into congress. Right now, at least 85 women (roughly 20% of the House) are guaranteed a seat. While there were some disappointing losses, there were many wins for us to be empowered by ✊🏼 This is America

02/11/2018

After fangirling over her at a cooking demo in Chicago, we somehow managed to convince Top Chef winner and restaurateur, Kristen Kish, to sit down with us for a chat. We talked about labels, her new restaurant Arlo Grey, and her most recent sleeve of tattoos.

Check it out the full interview on Medium: https://medium.com/the-baton/kristen-kish-on-shaping-arlo-grey-building-a-home-and-collecting-tattoos-9ce77617429a

02/11/2018

Somehow it’s November?? Where did 2018 go?? At least we get an extra hour this weekend. As you prepare to fall back, check out this week’s issue where we talk about the messiness of navigating your 20’s with Tangerine, opening a new restaurant in Austin with Kristen Kish, and many other stories!

https://mailchi.mp/slant/tangerine

26/10/2018

In this week’s issue, we close out Filipino American History Month with a spotlight on Sumi Haru - the first woman of color to serve as President of the Screen Actor’s Guild. We also chat with Gigi Cueva and Kieryn Wang from Almost Chill - two friends who were brought together by the cannabis industry. Check out these stories and more:

https://mailchi.mp/slant/almostchill

19/10/2018

Friday Fun Fact - The yo-yo was invented by a Filipino man named Pedro Flores (pictured second from the left in the fedora). The yo-yo, meaning “come and go” in Tagalog, has become a staple childhood toy. I mean who hasn’t tried to walk the dog?? Check out this story and more in this week’s newsletter (PC 📸: State Archives of North Carolina)

https://mailchi.mp/slant/lulu-cheng

12/10/2018

Talking about politics and diversity can be pretty difficult, and getting plugged into the space can seem impossible. That’s why there’s the Asian American Feminist Collective, whose zine is a great way to get started on deepening your breadth on all things related to Asian American issues. Check out their feature and other stories in this week’s newsletter - link in bio!

08/10/2018

We’re not crying, you’re crying. ✊🏼 congrats on hosting SNL and for inspiring the next generation of Asian Americans who watched you last night.

05/10/2018

Happy Filipino American History Month! We’re kicking things off by featuring Filipina American activist DJ Kuttin Kandi, along with several other stories for your Friday work avoiding pleasure 🙃 link in bio

https://mailchi.mp/slant/filipino-american-history-month-2018

28/09/2018

Fall is upon us! As you head into your weekend festivities, check out this week’s issue where we chat with Vivian Huang and Adina Luo about leaving Silicon Valley to create The Kids Table. We also celebrate Filipino Americans getting their own department at UC Davis and more:

https://mailchi.mp/slant/the-kids-table

27/09/2018

Get it, little one 👏🏼 7-year-old Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja belted her rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" before a packed crowd of Major League Soccer fans. Check out the full story on ABC News

25/09/2018

Sandy Liang is a designer best known for fashion inspired by New York and New Yorkers, whether Chinatown grandmas, girls going to work on the F train, or skater boys on the Lower East Side. Check out the original post on Pearl River Mart

https://www.instagram.com/p/BoHXtJphbKz/?taken-by=pearl_river_mart