The Slant Podcast
Episodes
34 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 ...
Bonus Episode: Revisiting David Henry Hwang
Today, we revisit episode two from season one of Slant Podcast. This is an interview with David Henry Hwang. We do this in celebration of the restaging of his musical Soft Power, now playing at Signature Theatre.
danah bella - Bridging Movements: Creating Dance Education from Historical Knowledge and Social Justice
In this captivating episode of the SLANT podcast, join Dana Tai Soon Burgess as he sits down with dancer and educator, danah bella. As the founding chair of the Dance Department at the Peabody Conservatory, bella has transformed the Bachelor of...
Genie Ghim: Crossing Boundaries Exploring Transnational Art and Tradition
In this episode of Slant podcast, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess delves into the world of transnational art with Genie Ghim, a fine artist and expatriate from Washington, D.C. Genie's journey from Seoul, Korea, to various regions around the globe h...
Wilma B. Consul - Crossroads of Creativity: Exploring Journalism, Culinary Arts, and Culture
In this episode of SLANT Podcast, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess sits down with the dynamic Wilma B. Consul for an insightful conversation that spans journalism, culinary arts, education, and culture.Wilma's journey from Manila to San Franci...
JonJon and Isa Briones: Generational Talent - Identity in Acting and A Family Affair in Hadestown
Join host Dana Tai Soon Burgess in an enchanting conversation as he welcomes the dynamic father-daughter duo, Jon Jon and Isa Briones, to the SLANT podcast stage. Fresh off their enthralling performances in the Tony-award winning Broadway music...
Luyen Chou: Legacy in Harmony - Bridging Cultures Through Music
In the next episode of SLANT podcast, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess engages in a compelling conversation with Luyen Chou, an education technology entrepreneur, and consultant, who shares insights into the remarkable legacy of his father, the visio...
Global Movement: A Dance Journey with Michael Mao
In this episode of SLANT podcast, join host Dana Tai Soon Burgess as he delves into the captivating world of dance with renowned choreographer Michael Mao. With over 60 works showcased across the globe, including iconic venues like The Joyce Th...
Christin Arthur and Joan Ayap: Exploring Identity Through Movement
Join host Dana Tai Soon Burgess, in a captivating conversation with two exceptional dancers from the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company, Joan Ayap and Christin Arthur. In this episode of Slant podcast, Joan Ayap, born in Washington, D.C. and r...
Eunice Lau: A Conversation on Artistry and Identity in Film around Hyphenated Realities
In this episode, join host, nationally and internationally acclaimed choreographer Dana Tai Soon Burgess, in a captivating conversation with filmmaker and former journalist Eunice Lau.Eunice Lau's latest documentary delves deep into the ...
SoHyun Bae: Exploring the Universality of Imagery in Visual Art
In this captivating episode of the SLANT podcast, choreographer Dana Tai Soon Burgess engages in a thought-provoking conversation with the brilliant painter SoHyun Bae to unravel the vibrant intersection of art, multiculturalism, and the univer...
Special Episode - Dana Tai Soon Burgess: Chino and The Dance of The Butterfly
In this special episode of Slant Podcast, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess is interviewed by Felipe Oyarzun Moltedo (Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company lead dancer) in celebration of the publishing of Dana's memoir, "Chino and the Dance of the Butte...
Peggy Choy: Exploring Dance, Cultural Heritage, and Activism
In this episode of The Slant Podcast, choreographer Dana Tai Soon Burgess engages in a captivating conversation with Peggy Choy, dancer, choreographer, and teacher known for her works that explore Afro-Asian fusion and call for social and envir...
Lisa Gold: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges
Join host Dana Tai Soon Burgess, renowned choreographer and dancer, as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Lisa Gold. Lisa Gold is the Executive Director of the Asian American Arts Alliance (A4), a nonprofit organization dedicat...
Alicia Austin: A Costume Designer's Toolbox
Alicia Austin is a Brooklyn-based costume designer and a recent graduate of the Yale School of Drama. Currently a designer and mentor for young theatre students, Alicia chats with Dana about growing up as the Asian daughter in a white family, t...
Jason Kim: Writing, KPOP, Asian Solidarity!
Jason Kim is an Emmy-nominated, Korean-born writer and producer who grew up in the Midwest. Known for his work on the television show BARRY (HBO), Kim's new slate of projects include a Crazy Rich Asians spin-off, an adaptation of...
Erica Barry: Media Belongs To The People Now
Growing up in the internet generation, media strategist Erica Barry watched digital media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok transform the entertainment industry and become a way for talented yet historically underrepresented creator...
Kevin Stea: Madonna's Rogue Romeo
In the early 90s, Kevin Stea was hired as associate choreographer to the famous choreographer Vincent Paterson for Madonna’s legendary Blond Ambition Tour, where he also quickly became dance captain and dancer. Soon after, his career continued ...
Adi Shankar: Hollywood's Young Outsider
Adi Shankar is an Indian-American film producer, writer, YouTube personality, and actor—best known for producing Castlevania (2017), Dredd (2012), and his "Bootleg Universe" One-Shot series of unauthorized pop culture satire films. Having...
Tim Ma: What's More American Than Chinese Take-Out?
Tim Ma is a critically acclaimed chef and restaurateur, known for several iconic spots in the Washington D.C. area. After an eight year career in engineering, Tim—to the dismay of his restaurateur parents—decided to carry on the family legacy o...