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Shiva, 'the destroyer' among the Hindu trinity (of gods), is depicted in many contradictory manners. The author, Devdutt Pattanaik, introduces listeners to these varied aspects and representations, and then sets about interpreting them. He explains the different anomalies and conflicts in beliefs, as well as the symbolism, rituals and reasons behind Hindu worship.

Thanks to Salem sea captains, Gilded Age millionaires, curators on horseback, and missionaries gone native, North American museums now possess the greatest collections of Chinese art outside of East Asia itself. How did it happen? The China Collectors is the first full account of a century-long treasure hunt in China from the Opium Wars and the Boxer Rebellion to Mao Zedong's 1949 ascent.

""Hip, entertaining...imaginative.""—Kirkus, starred review *""Essential."" —Min Jin Lee * ""A Herculean effort.""—Lisa Ling * ""A must-read.""—Ijeoma Oluo * ""Get two copies.""—Shea Serrano * ""A book we've needed for ages."" —Celeste Ng * ""Accessible, informative, and fun.""...

Subtle Asian Book Club aims to uplift Asian voices in the literary space. Created by Tiffany and Alexandra in January 2020, Subtle Asian Book Club amplifies Asian storytellers and connects the world through stories. Every month, we read a book written by an Asian author. Book club discussions are hosted on our Discord community, and author interviews are conducted on our blog and podcast/YouTube channel.

A Smithsonian Magazine Best History Book of 2024 A Library Journal Selection for Best Nonfiction of 2024 A Next Big Idea Book Club Must-Read for April “Aarathi Prasad’s Silk: A World History is a love song to this protean material. . . . Beautiful [and] fascinating.” —Wall Street Journal...

A Literary Hub Most Noteworthy Nonfiction Book of 2024 A Brooklyn Rail Best Art Book of 2024 A The Millions and Hyperallergic Most Anticipated Book of 2024 A Publishers Weekly Summer Reads Pick ""A book that emerges out of the moment, electric with timely energies."" –Washington...

Yunte Huang ingeniously traces Charlie Chan from his real beginnings as a bullwhip-wielding detective in territorial Hawaii to his reinvention as a literary sleuth and Hollywood film icon. Huang finally resurrects the "honorable detective" from the graveyard of detested postmodern symbols and reclaims him as the embodiment of America’s rich cultural diversity. The result is one of the most critically acclaimed books of the year and a "deeply personal...voyage into racial stereotyping and the humanizing force of storytelling" (Donna Seaman, Los Angeles Times).

Come join us as host Stevie Wong of the Asian A.V. Club invites a fellow journalist to talk about all the wonderful new movies and tv shows that should be on your radar. It's always a fun gathering of opinions from people who are always big fans first!

A journey through the history of Asia, from the most famous events and fateful decisions to lesser-known conflicts, coups and catastrophes. From the rise of Xi Jinping to Vietnam’s Trotskyist movement, from the birth of modernity to forgotten resistance movements and local wars.At least weekly, Asian Centuries speaks to leading historians, academics, journalists and activists to interrogate the past and discover what it means for the present. The pod is hosted by David Hutt, a journalist and columnist. Subscribe for free for updates on the latest episodes, reading lists, explainers, and more...

For film buffs and literature lovers alike, Turner Classic Movies presents an essential guide to 52 cinema classics and the literary works that served as their inspiration. “I love that movie!” “But have you read the book?” Within these pages, Turner Classic Movies offers an endlessly...

Caucasian married South Asian Indian, I’ve been in the Indian wedding industry for the last 20 years, author of “Married to India”, a blogger, personal wedding coach, wedding photographer, and mom of 5 – PHEW that was a lot – what if I said I have the power to compress time for you as a bride planning your Indian/Hindu wedding? Would you stick around, let me in, and include me as part of your journey? I believe that I do have the answers you are looking for and want to know. With a passion, purpose, and goal to help those starting as you venture into what I have made into a 20-year ...

Baithak (salon) is a series on South Asian Music, Poetry, Film & Literature, where Anurag Wadehra & Harish Saluja explore significant people and stories that have shaped the fusion of music, poetry, film and literature into the unique khichdi of South Asian culture.About the hosts:​Harish Saluja, after graduating from IIT, took a wrong turn and ended up chasing Art, Film and Music, thereby ruining his life instead of making money. ​Link : www.harishsaluja.com​Anurag Wadehra, after graduating from IIT, took a scenic tour through tech entrepreneurship - ending up in some weird places - ...

Selected curations of articles from Asian Pop Weekly, a premier destination for independent, intelligent and informed reportings on Asian music, read by founder and head editor Jocelle Koh.About Asian Pop WeeklyEstablished in 2010, Asian Pop Weekly has since cemented it’s place as one of the only English-language platforms that specialises in reportings on Mandarin popular music. Informed by a multitude of disciplines and perspectives both practical and theoretical, diverse and with an ear to the ground; Asian Pop Weekly exists between cultural, disciplinary and national boundaries ...

Br00TaL Dan and Banana Chan slice into the intersections of Asian stories, scary movies, pop culture, and more in your new favorite movie podcast.

Some of best interviews with artists from the world of music, film, books and media! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A podcast that analyzes the representation or lack thereof in Asian dramas.

A show with reviews and discussions on Asian Cinema. We talk about movies from Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, etc.

Welcome to the Asian Woman Festival Podcast. We use our vibrant culture, conversation, and art to smash stereotypes and stigmas South Asian people are often judged by, so they can define their own version of personal success. Each week we discuss a different topic and feature the diverse journeys of South Asians from across the world. Our guests pass on their knowledge and lived experience to the listeners, and nothing is off-limits. So if you’re starved of the community you crave or want to be inspired by others, then this audio experience is for you, jam-packed full of empowering and ...

Daryl Joji Maeda's account of Bruce Lee's legacy traces how movements and migrations across the Pacific Ocean structured the cultures Lee inherited, the milieu he occupied, the martial art he developed, the films he made, and the world he left behind. A unique blend of cultural history and biography, Like Water unearths the cultural strands intertwined in Lee's rise to a new kind of global stardom. Moving from the gold rush in California and the British occupation of Hong Kong to the Cold War, Maeda builds depth and complexity to this larger-than-life figure.

The Asian Invasion is an Asian geek media podcast! The music by Julianne Lane and the graphic is designed by Sal-Scarpa Friedman. On a quest to connect with their heritage through entertainment, each month hosts Jeremy and Naomi will go over Asian geek news, talk about what Asian media they've been watching, and dive into an in-depth feature on a new Asian geek film, tv show, or comic book. If you like all things nerdy and all things Asian, this podcast is the place for you!