Podcasts

My Movie Review Podcast 
 Iridescence is defined as “showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles.” Film allows you to do just that. By experiencing stories from different perspectives than your own, you can expand your worldview and live your life in a much more fulfilling and profound way. The best movies transcend cultural/social barriers and find a universality in the personal, thus expressing an iridescence.
"Soul" Podcast
Topics covered include: How the animation made New York a character, why 22 was originally written to be the central character, the profound theme of existentialism, if kids are able to comprehend the message, the beautiful ambiguity of the ending, how Soul showed the depth of identity without relying solely on the Black experience, and how Soul affects the viewer from a mental health perspective
"Minari" Podcast
Topics covered include: The breathtaking cinematography that reflected a semi auto-biographical lens, how Emile Mosseri's melancholic score captured the immigrant experience, why the Golden Gloves controversy reinforces the white male gaze as a cinematic language, how Minari ranks among the A24 banner, and why the film was so personally resonating 
"One Night in Miami" Podcast
Topics covered include: Kemp Power’s emotionally poignant screenplay, Regina King’s assured directorial debut, the deliberate look of the film in service of the story, how each character adds a compelling perspective to the black experience, why the medium of storytelling is so effective to exposing  its audience to complex issues, and how the film is relevant with the Black Lives Matter movement of today

"Nomadland" Podcast

Topics covered include:  The movie’s deliberately slow pacing, Chloe Zhao’s beautiful exploration of the American landscape, the film’s use of nonprofessional actors, how the nomad life is meant for some people, Chloe Zhao’s impact on the AAPI community, and how the film is relevant to our lives

"Judas and the Black Messiah" Podcast

Topics covered include: How Fred Hampton lived, the deliberately accurate cinematography, Deborah Johnson’s quiet resolve, the film’s Oscar nominations, and the message is both timeless and timely for today

"Sound of Metal" Podcast

Topics covered include: The film’s unique sound-design, Riz Ahmed’s performance, the film’s portrayal of deaf culture, as well as the film’s Oscar nominations

"The Social Impact of Social Media" Podcast

Podcast I edited for the Center for Scholars & Storytellers The Social Dilemma livestream featuring Larissa Rhodes (Producer of The Social Dilemma), Jeff Orlowsi (Director of The Social Dilemma), Dr. Candice Odgers (UC Irvine Professor & Child Development Expert), and Dr. Yalda T Uhls (Founding Director of the Center for Scholars & Storytellers)

"The Social Dilemma" Podcast

Podcast I edited for the Center for Scholars & Storytellers Clubhouse event on how social media affects youth featuring Dr. Adriana Manago (Assistant Psychology Professor at UC Santa Cruz), Caroline Beaton (Manager of Impact Operations at Exposure Labs) and moderator Sheena Brevig (Center for Scholars & Storytellers Junior Fellow)

"Raya and the Last Dragon" Podcast

Topics covered include: Jeremy's roommate calling him out for not knowing the names of the characters to Avatar, how the film fits within the Southeast Asian community, Jeremy's obsession with the word Kumandra, and how Raya could be for young girls what Mulan was for Ray

"Invincible" Podcast

Topics covered include: How the show contrasts the rest of the superhero lexicon, Jeremy and Raylene having random bursts of passion for the show's usage of intentional violence, and a reflection on the quietude of the show's diverse cast of characters

"Mental Health in Media" Podcast

Podcast I edited that discusses the teenage perspective of mental health in media. The moderator is Navia Robinson, a teen actress known for Disney Channel's "Raven's Home" and Netflix's "Free Rein"

"Bo Burnham: Inside" Podcast

Topis covered include: Jeremy's obsession with Bo Burnham, how Bo's comedy special deviates from conventional stand-up, and more of why Jeremy is obsessed with Bo Burnham

"Why Queer Media is Important for Everyone" Podcast

Podcast I edited that discusses how queer media should be important for consumers beyonf the LGBTQ+ community. Guests include Michelle Jackson(writer and producer know for HBO Max's Generation) and Lindz Amer (founder and CEO of Queer Kid Creative and writer of the web series Queer Kid Stuff)

"Luca" Podcast

Topics covered include: Luca's mainstream appeal, the film's experimental animation style, how it ranks in the Pixar filmography, and a mini-rant on the movie's plot holes

"Why and How I Made a Short Film" Podcast

Topics covered include: where the idea came from, what the story means to me, the process of filmmaking, as well as the goal of the project

Interviewer: Madeline Goore // Interviewee: Jeremy Hsing

"Understanding the Love Language of Our Parents" Podcast

Topics covered include: Our relationships with out parents, how the rise of Asian hate crimes and rhetoric has affected us, and what Iridescence means to us

Interviewer: Madeline Goore // Interviewees: Jessika Wang, Angelina Hue, Rachel Kho​​​​​​​


"Storytelling as a Mechanism for Change" Podcast

Topics covered include: If stories need to have mainstream appeal to evoke change, examples of storytelling that had a profound impact on society, if stories can stand the test of time, and how our perception of storytelling changes as we get older

Interviewer: Jeremy Hsing // Interviewee: Patrick Zhang, April Peng

"Pursuing a Creative Career as an AAPI" Podcast

Topics covered include: Why it's important to have AAPI representation in media, examples of authentically inclusive AAPI content, what the Japanese saying "Shikata ga Aru" means to Christina, and the type of stories that Tiffany wants to tell

Interviewer: Jeremy Hsing // Interviewees: Christina Campbell, Tiffany Hue

"Mental Health Allyship" Podcast

Topics covered include: Why mental health statistics are increasing, the importance of overcoming shame, and how to be a mental health ally

Interviewer: Jeremy Hsing // Interviewees: Jenna Signorelli, Grace Fang

"Teens are Watching: Queer Representation in Media" Podcast

Podcast I edited for the Center for Scholars & Storytellers; the 2nd episode of a new series where real US teens talk about media-related topics such as queer representation

"Growing up as a Minority in America" Podcast

Topics covered include: If we felt American growing up, our hope for the future of America, and the importance of ethnic studies classes in disrupting the white-centric lens of history

Interviewers: Madeline Goore + Jeremy Hsing // Interviewee: Raylene Factora

"Masculinity, Mental Health and Gaming" Podcast

Podcast I edited for the Center for Scholars & Storytellers; Guests include Dr. Gary Barker, Dr. Michael Kaufman, and Dr. Wizdom Powell

"Teens Are Watching: Positive Masculinity in Media" Podcast

Podcast I edited for the Center for Scholars & Storytellers; real US teens talk about how masculinity is portrayed in the media they consume

"Authentically Representing Disability in Media" Podcast

Podcast I edited for the Center for Scholars & Storytellers; Guests are Tatiana Lee and Michelle Leccese

"Vanni Le on Disability" Podcast

Topics covered include: how disability is defined, intersectionality in disability representaiton, when you should seek professional help for ADHD, and why there is stigma on disabilities in media and society

Interviewers: Jeremy Hsing + Raylene Factora

Interviewee: Vanni Le of RespectAbility

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