The Slant Podcast
The Slant Podcast
Latest Episodes
Christian Oh: The Power of Asian American Storytelling
In this episode, Dana Tai Soon Burgess speaks with Christian Oh, former president of the DC Asian Pacific American Film organization and longtime advocate for Asian American media and arts. From his journey as a Korean Americ...
Jesse Obremski: Creating Dance Spaces and Living the Ailey Legacy
In this episode of the SLANT podcast, Dana Tai Soon Burgess interviews Jesse Obremski, a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Jesse reflects on his unique upbringing in an artistic family in New York City, where his love for danc...
Le Ly Hayslip and Lacie Mackey: Vietnam's Untold Stories and Woman Phu Nu
In this powerful episode of SLANT, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess welcomes Vietnamese-American author, activist, and philanthropist Le Ly Hayslip alongside filmmaker Lacie Mackey. Together, they explore the profound journey of documenting the untol...
Mark H Rooney: A Conversation on Taiko, Tradition, and Identity
In this episode of SLANT, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess interviews Mark H. Rooney, master taiko drummer and founder of the annual Sakura Taiko Fest in Washington, D.C. Mark reflects on his biracial Japanese American identity and the complexities o...
Francis and Ginger Park: Writing on Korean Heritage and Storytelling Across Generations
In this episode of SLANT, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess welcomes acclaimed authors Frances and Ginger Park, two Korean American sisters whose works span novels, memoirs, and children’s literature. Frances, author of the recently released ...