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This edition: Nail Salon Safety, Book Ban, Forgotten History, AAPI Rabbi


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Episode Details

Original tape date: June 16, 2026. First aired: July 14, 2026.

Asian Americans are making headlines for their groundbreaking contributions to social justice, historical preservation and leadership. We spotlight the trailblazers who are driving change from fighting for safer work conditions in nail salons to the librarian who's defending our freedom to read in the face of book bans. Plus we profile the first Asian American female Rabbi and Author Michael Lou gives voice to the belonging and Chinese in America with his best selling novel "Strangers In The Land."

Guest List

Angela W. Buchdahl Senior Rabbi, Central Synagogue NYC

David T. Imamura County Legislator, Westchester County Board of Legislators, District 12

Jewel Williams Johnson County Legislator, Westchester County Board of Legislators

Michael Luo Author, Strangers In The Land

Emily Marte Safety and Health Specialist, NYCOSH, NY Committee for Occupational Safety and Health

Socheatta Meng Executive Director, Mekong NYC

Jennie Pu Library Director, Hoboken NJ Public Library

Tina Zheng Owner, Touch Nails and Lashes

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