S1 Episode 05: Cultural Touchstones: How Do You Honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage?

The Portola Pioneer is the official news and culture podcast of the Portola Pilot, aiming to foster a sense of community and provide a unique storytelling medium to its listeners.

For the final episode of the school year, “Cultural Touchstones: How Do You Honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage?” co-hosts Cara Chan, Celine Lee and Nate Taylor discover the personal stories of AAPI students and staff. Social studies teacher Virginia Nguyen and senior Madison Empalmado share their cultural backgrounds, struggles and pride as Asian Americans.

Music Credits:

“Dolomieu” By REW<<

“Little Brown Bird” by Chad Crouch

“Trailhead” by Chad Crouch

“Past Due” by  Audiobinger

“Jerry’s Back” by Crowander

“Never Miss A Moment” by Scott Holmes

“The Promises” by Sergey Cheremisinov

“The End” by Crowander

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AAPI Educational Resources:

Anti-Asian Violence Resources 

AAPI Resources

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AAPIs in Film and Pop Culture:

“Yellow Rose”
“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”
“The Farewell”
“Paradise Rising”

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AAPIs in Literature

“Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner
“Loveboat, Taipei” by Abigail Hing Wen
“Dating Makes Perfect” by Pintip Dunn
“Everything I Never Told You” by Celeste Ng
“On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous” by Ocean Vuong
“Of Color” by Jaswinder Bolina