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:
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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
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Cara Chan is the Features Editor and Business Manager for her third year on the Portola Pilot. Though she’s feeling bittersweet about her final year,...
Celine Lee is this year’s co-editor-in-chief for her third and final year on the Pilot! She is beyond excited to make the most out of her senior year...
Nate Taylor is the 2021-22 front page editor and photo editor. He is ready to improve his design skills and create memorable Portola Pilot front covers....
![Junior Joanna Peng utilizes a MacBook and iPad after school to work on assignments. One of Peng’s most used products is her iPad due to its versatility. Peng uses it as a computer using a magic keyboard and also uses it to draw and make calls. “Ive bought iPads since the first generation when it came out, [I’ve bought the] minis, and then I crashed [the iPad 3] under my table,” Peng said. “Its something that I continue to buy and continue to use most often in my life.”](https://portolapilot.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_5259-600x450.jpeg)
