In today's episode we had Michael Lam and Michael Truong - the two hosts from Respect the Mic who I regard as one of the OGs in the British Asian podcasting space. We talk about being mistaken for another type of Asian, assimilating to white culture, whitewashing, wearing the same outfits as couples, and how important media representation is for ESEA folks. These two were so lovely and easy to chat to, make sure you give ‘em a follow and listen to their podcast!! Respect the Mic Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/respect-the-mic/id1476384749 Mike Lam https://www.instagram.com/hungmikelam/ Michael Truong https://www.instagram.com/michaelhtruong/ Donate to End the Virus of Racism Crowdfunder to establish the first not for profit organisation for tackling hate crime for ESEA communities: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/endthevirusofracism We've reached 14,000 signatures! Sign the petition for media outlets such as The BBC & The Guardian & the UK Government to stop depicting East Asian people in Coronavirus related media: https://www.change.org/p/bbc-stop-depicting-east-asians-in-coronavirus-related-media Support the podcast and buy me a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/itsvivyau Join But Where Are You From Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/butwhereareyoufrom Slide into my DMs and keep the conversation going! https://www.instagram.com/itsvivyau Jingle by the talented John Clapper: https://www.instagram.com/john_clapper/

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“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

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