In episode seventeen (and bonus episode one!), Matthew and Melissa review Justin Chon's Gook, catch up on the summer's Asian-media-related-news, and hear producer Caroline pitch a film about her own great-great-uncle.

Tyrus Wong

Mar 8th, 2017 40m 13s

In episode sixteen, Matthew and Melissa talk about this year's Oscars. Then, Matthew pitches a film about artist and Disney animator Tyrus Wong.

Vietnam War Spy Pham Xuan An

Feb 26th, 2017 45m 56s

In episode fifteen, Matthew and Melissa talk about Islamophobia in Hollywood. Then, Melissa pitches a film about Vietnam War spy and journalist Pham Xuan An.

The LA Riots

Feb 16th, 2017 42m 43s

In episode fourteen, Matthew and Melissa talk about whitewashing in animated films. Then, Matthew pitches film ideas about Korean-American involvement in the LA Riots.

Forugh Farrokhzad

Feb 8th, 2017 31m 34s

In episode thirteen, Matthew and Melissa talk the upcoming Academy Awards. Then, Melissa pitches a film about the genius Iranian poet Forugh Farrokhzad.

The Transcontinental Railroad

Jan 31st, 2017 31m 28s

In episode twelve, Matthew and Melissa talk Rogue One. Then, Matthew pitches a film about Chinese workers on the Transcontinental Railroad.

Mazher Mahmood

Jan 24th, 2017 29m 46s

In episode eleven, Matthew and Melissa talk the Women's March (with a surprise cameo from artist Shing Yin Khor!) and Steve Harvey's trash comments about Asian men. Then, Melissa pitches a film about disgraced journalist Mazher Mahmood.

Larry Itliong

Dec 14th, 2016 32m 3s

In episode ten, Matthew and Melissa discuss Hollywood's "Ghost in the Shell" adaptation. Then, Matthew pitches a film about labor advocate Larry Itliong.

Indonesia's Exorcists

Dec 9th, 2016 29m 23s

In episode nine, Matthew and Melissa discuss #OscarsSoWhite. Is it back in 2017? Then, Melissa pitches a horror-comedy about magic in Indonesia.

Andrew Cunanan

Nov 22nd, 2016 29m 59s

In episode eight, Matthew and Melissa discuss the portrayal of "model minorities". Then, Matthew pitches a film about murderer Andrew Cunanan.

Chia Thye Poh

Nov 14th, 2016 28m 33s

In episode seven, Matthew and Melissa discuss post-election representation of Asians. Then, Melissa pitches a film about Dr. Chia Thye Poh.

Imelda Marcos

Oct 31st, 2016 29m

In episode six, Matthew and Melissa discuss the unbearable whiteness two upcoming Mulan adaptations. Then, Matthew pitches a film about Imelda Marcos.

The Donut King

Oct 24th, 2016 29m 57s

In episode five, Matthew and Melissa talk Marvel's terrible rep with Asian representation. Then, Melissa pitches you a film about Bun Tek "Ted" Ngoy - The Donut King of California.

Qiu Jin

Oct 17th, 2016 29m 49s

In episode four, Matthew and Melissa discuss the Academy's treatment of POCs. Then, Matthew pitches you a film about Chinese revolutionary Qiu Jin.

Fred Korematsu v. United States

Oct 10th, 2016 27m 2s

In episode three, Matthew and Melissa discuss how Mark Wahlberg can make up for his past hate crimes against Asians. Then, Melissa pitches you a film about Supreme Court case Fred Korematsu v. United States.

Merle Oberon

Oct 3rd, 2016 32m 43s

In episode two, Matthew and Melissa discuss the landmark casting of two whole Asians in the new Ocean's Eleven movie. Then, Matthew pitches you a film about Old Hollywood star, Merle Oberon.