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With anti-Asian hate crimes at record numbers, season two of THE MARGARET CHO - MORTAL MINORITY, Margaret's examining the HISTORICAL CRIMES that laid the GROUNDWORK for this recent onslaught of VIOLENCE. The 1871 Chinatown Massacre, The Fortune Teller Murders, the 2007 Virginia Tech Massacre. Margaret talks with Asian comedians, authors, journalists, podcasters as well as the organizations and people working to stop Asian hate. Subscribe to THE MARGARET CHO MORTAL MINORITY - wherever you lis ...
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In the season two finale of The Margaret Cho Mortal Minority, Margaret and comedian Sherry Cola discuss the unsolved 2017 murder of a Chinese-American teenager that has recently been reclassified as a hate crime. Also, the anti-Chinese laws in the Bay Area town Antioch that led to the destruction of its Chinatown in 1876. We are highlighting the Oa…
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Margaret and comedian Phil Yu discuss the 1880 Denver Riot and the recent San Leandro beating of an 80-year-old Asian man. This week, we are highlighting the San Leandro nonprofit Community Impact Lab. Founded by Xouhoa Bowen, Community Impact Lab envisions a world where women and their abilities are valued, where work and life can be integrated, a…
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This week, Margaret and photographer and judge of Asia’s Next Top Model Yu Tsai, discuss the recent Indianapolis FedEx shooting that took the lives of nine people, including four members of the Sikh community. Also, the 2007 Virginia Tech Shooting. This week we are highlighting the GoFundMe page for the Indianapolis survivors fund. https://www.gofu…
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Margaret and Comedian Irene Tu discuss the life and controversial death of Haing Ngor, a survivor of Khmer Rouge and the first and only Asian actor to win an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. We are highlighting the GoFundMe page for Chui Fong Eng. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Margaret Cho and Wade Ryan. Produced …
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This week, Margaret is joined by comedian and writer on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Karen Chee, to discuss the 1887 Hells Canyon Massacre where 35 Chinese gold miners were ambushed and murdered. Also, they talk about the London Livestreamer who stopped a knife attack against a Singaporean student. This episode highlights Stop AAPI Hate. This is an…
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This week Margaret talks with comedian Atsuko Okatsuka about the murder of JOHN CHAU, the 26 year old missionary who was killed when he tried to convert a remote Sentinelese tribe in 2018 and the recent attack on a Brooklyn Chef and her cat. The GOFUNDME for Ponzu the cat has been fulfilled but consider donating to a local animal shelter in Ponzu's…
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This week, Margaret and comedian Robin Tran discuss the bizarre 2005 murders of a Little Saigon psychic and her daughter -- known as the Fortune Teller Murders. Also, Margaret shares a psychic prediction that actually came true, a deep-dive on Pho, and Feng-Shui. This week we are highlighting Cali Kye Cab, which is a Bay Area service covering cab r…
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This week, Margaret talks with podcaster/author Kristen Meinzer about Andrew Suh, a 19 year old college student who killed his sister's fiancé at her behest in 1993. Also, they talk about Meghan Markle and the invisible elements of biracial identity, how Margaret is thrilled to have moved into 'Ajumma' territory, and why forgiveness is overrated. T…
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Margaret talks with comedian Jenny Yang about the Rock Springs Massacre of 1885 that left 28 Chinese people dead. Tensions between white coal miners and Chinese workers reached a boiling point. White workers perceived that the Chinese workers were taking their jobs (willing to work for lower wages) and led a riot and subsequent massacre that touche…
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This week, Margaret talks with author R.O. Kwon (The Incendiaries) about the infamous liquor store shooting of 15 year old Latasha Harlins by Soon Ja Du that along with the beating of Rodney King, set off the LA Riots. Also, the trope of Black-Asian conflict and the Derek Chauvin trial. Today we are highlighting the GoFundMe for Vilma Kari. https:/…
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Margaret talks with comedian/podcaster Andrew Ti (Yo is This Racist?) to discuss how the Model Minority myth seeds resentment against Asians. They talk about the Detroit murder of Chinese-American Vincent Chin by two unemployed autoworkers and the recent attack on Pak Ho, a 75 year old Asian man who was assaulted in Oakland and later died of his in…
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Margaret talks with comedian Helen Hong about the worst lynching in American History: the Chinese Massacre of 1871. They also discuss the misplaced rage that Asian Americans are facing and how the Atlanta Spa Shootings were the culmination of a year of racist dog whistling. Helen recounts a personal story about her own father being targeted for his…
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With anti Asian hate crimes at record numbers, this season of THE MARGARET CHO - MORTAL MINORITY, we’re examining the HISTORICAL CRIMES that laid the GROUNDWORK for this recent onslaught of VIOLENCE. The 1871 Chinatown Massacre, The Fortune Teller Murders, the 2007 Virginia Tech Massacre. Margaret talks with Asian comedians, authors, journalists, p…
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This week, Margaret talks to lead singer of the Go-Go’s Belinda Carlisle about her iconic style, transformation into her solo career, her memoir Lips Unsealed, sobriety, and her animal rights foundation. Then she speaks to James Duke Mason, Belinda’s son, about his political career and how he became interested in activism. Get Belinda's memoir HERE…
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This week, Margaret talks with Luke Barnett, Vincect Masicale and Tanner Thomason. They are behind the new indie comedy, Faith Based (that Margaret is in!). Check out Faith Based October 9th on VOD! Watch the Faith Based trailer HERE The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net Edit…
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This week, Margaret Cho talks with comedian, writer, and actress Naomi Ekperigin about quarantine, missing stand-up comedy, and the caucasian awakening. Listen to Naomi's podcast Couples Therapy: HERE Follow Naomi on Twitter: @Blacktress The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net …
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This week, Margaret Cho talks with comedian Ron Funches about keeping busy and feeling creatively fulfilled during quarantine. Then, she speaks with Chosen Family podcast hosts Thomas Leblanc & Tranna Wintour about celebrating Pride, protests, and being funny during dark times. Follow Ron Funches on Twitter @RonFunches Listen to Chosen Family: http…
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This week, Margaret Cho talks with KarenLee and Cam Poter, hosts of the podcast Sex Talk with my Mom. They discuss exploring your own sexuality, being fearless, and the many characteristics of gender and masculinity. Listen to Sex Talk with my Mom HERE Follow @KarenLeePoter on Instagram Follow @CamPoter on Instagram The Margaret Cho is an Earios pr…
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This week, Margaret talks with Schitt’s Creek actress Emily Hampshire about expectations in the entertainment industry, and intimacy during quarantine. Then, she speaks with musician Allyson Baker about their band Dirty Ghosts, writing music, and when it’s okay to wear a leather jumpsuit. Follow Emily on Twitter @EmilyHampshire Dirty Ghosts: https:…
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This week, Margaret talks with author and actress Elyse Cizek about the personal reckoning she went through about her racial identity and how it impacted her writing on the latest spate of police violence against black people in the USA. To read Elyse’s writing, including articles mentioned in this podcast, visit her Medium page: https://medium.com…
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This week, Margaret talks with comedians and hosts of the podcast Basic Witches, Leah Knauer and Rachel Laforest. They take a deep dive into the news of the day and ask the pressing question if it’s possible to take down Donald Trump with a sex strike. To learn more about Leah and Rachel, listen to their podcast Basic Witches. The Margaret Cho is a…
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This week, Margaret talks with motivational speaker and author Rebekah Gregory about surviving the Boston Marathon bombing and the inspiration behind her message of “pain to purpose”. Also in this episode: Rebekah explains her motivation for starting her charity Rebekah’s Angles (https://www.rebekahsangels.org/) Margaret talks about going to therap…
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This week, Margaret talks with host of the podcast Shut Up Evan, Evan Ross Katz about his and Margaret’s future kiki. Then, she speaks with comedian and writer Bruce Daniels about his experience of race in America, as well as old memories of them hanging out together back in the day. Also in this episode: Bruce and Margaret break down the disconnec…
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This week, Margaret talks with TV personality Kelly Osbourne about her involvement in the Black Lives Matter protest movement and how she’s passing the time in quarantine. Also in this episode: Kelly’s and Margaret’s pups demand attention throughout the conversation, so of course, they get introduced to one another via Zoom Kelly talks about experi…
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This week, Margaret talks with comedian Gina Brillon about being a female stand up and why they continue to be outnumbered. Also in this episode: Gina and Margaret talk about “cancel culture” in comedy; When is it merited and when is it not? The college comedy circuit and that time Margaret performed in a cafeteria on two tables pushed together. To…
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This week, Margaret talks with actress and comedian Maysoon Zayid about being Palestinian American and how this identity helped kick off her comedy career. Also in this episode: Maysoon talks about wanting to be a voice for the disabled community and shines a light on ‘disability porn’ The General Hospital role that has been the culmination of Mays…
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This week, Margaret talks with TV host Sharon Osbourne about the in-the-works movie on her husband Ozzy's life. Then she speaks to Go-Go’s member Kathy Valentine about her new book ‘All I Ever Wanted’. Also in this episode: Sharon and Margaret discuss their past lives Kathy tells Margaret about her journey from addiction to recovery Sharon dishes o…
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In her final pride bonus episode, Margaret speaks with author and comedian Cameron Esposito about how her comedy reflects her life experiences and where she sees stand-up going post-quarantine. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See…
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This week, Margaret talks to actor Randall Park about growing up in a Korean American family and his hilarious sitcom, Fresh Off the Boat. Also in this episode: A deep dive into old time TV, including Good Times and Sanford and Son How Margaret and Randall’s parents feel about their chosen career paths How their Korean families dealt with hardships…
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In her next Pride bonus episode, Margaret speaks to sex advice columnist and America's sweetheart Dan Savage about how times have changed for the gay community since the days of the “hanky code” (if you know, you know). Also in this episode: Dan talks about his It Gets Better Project (https://itgetsbetter.org/) Dan’s former life as a drag queen and…
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This week, Margaret talks to drag superstar and children’s book author Lil Miss Hot Mess about “queerantine” and her work with Drag Queen Story Hour at libraries worldwide. To learn more about Lil Miss Hot Mess and her new children's book The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish, visit https://www.lilmisshotmess.com/ The Margaret Cho is an…
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In honor of Pride Month, Margaret speaks with TV host Melissa Rivers about her late mother, Joan, and their relationship with the LGBTQ community. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week, Margaret talks to musician and podcaster Tony Thaxton about music in a post Covid world and the albums he’s listening to during quarantine. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In honor of Pride Month, Margaret speaks with drag superstar Jackie Beat about horror films and other delights that help them get through quarantine. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week, Margaret talks to talk show host and podcaster Jeannie Mai about Black Lives Matter and how she is learning to show up for the movement as an Asian American. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…
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This week, Margaret talks to author and creator of The Angry Therapist, John Kim, about the Korean American experience and how to reframe your view of the state of the world. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …
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This week, Margaret talks to comedian and The Daily Show creator, Lizz Winstead, about her career and Abortion Access Front, the organization she founded that works to protect women’s reproductive rights. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on…
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This week, Margaret talks to author Jenny Lee about her new book, Anna K, and the way that quarantine is affecting productivity. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week, Margaret talks to actress and comedian Lauren Lapkus about life under quarantine and her role on the hit Netflix series Orange is the New Black. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…
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Here’s a sneak peek of a new show you’ll love from Earwolf: The Human Condition podcast hosted by Beverly Ginsberg (Jamie Denbo), Jewish mother, native New Englander and liver of life, welcomes both experts and amateurs alike in to discuss self help topics covering everything from mommy blogging to massages. This is a comedic podcast with REAL advi…
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This week, Margaret talks to comedian Brent Weinbach about his penchant for video games. He also gives Margaret an impromptu piano lesson which leads to a special duet! The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…
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This week, Margaret talks to actor Alan Ruck about his storied career and his latest turn as Connor Roy on Succession. Then she speaks with comedian Atsuko Okatsuka about her talent for twerking and teaching dance. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy.…
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The Margaret Cho will be back next week with more new episodes, but in the meantime, enjoy this re-release of Margaret's conversation with My Favorite Murder cohost, Karen Kilgariff! The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…
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This week, Margaret talks to singer-songwriter Aimee Mann about her “reputation” as a one-take singer and the ways her musical style has changed over the years. Then she speaks with comedian and filmmaker Jena Friedman about misogyny in comedy and why it’s important for women to get political on stage. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Them…
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This week, Margaret talks to actress Paget Brewster about how improv helped her acting, and what is was like to join the cast of Friends during its early years. Then she speaks with actress Poppy Liu about Asian American representation, and empowerment through kink exploration and pleasure activism. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme m…
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This week, Margaret talks with actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish about her career success and tips for online dating while on the road. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@earios.net. Edited by Tracy Levy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this episode, listen in as Margaret chats with comedian Brent Weinbach about Issei Sagawa, a cannibal that got away with murder. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Conta…
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Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this episode, listen in as Margaret chats with comedian Robin Tran about the serial rapist Joji Obara. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Contact Margaret at Margaret@ea…
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Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this episode, listen in as Margaret chats with comedian and actor Irene Tu about the string of murders carried out by Charles Ng. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. Cont…
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Its Mortal Minority Month on The Margaret Cho, where Margaret sits down with a guest to discuss the most notorious crimes in Asian history. In this Mortal Minority debut, listen in as Margaret chats with actor and comedian Alec Mapa about the case of Andrew and Catherine Suh. The Margaret Cho is an Earios production. Theme music by Garrison Starr. …
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