Counter Stories

When an Asian American journalist receives a call from a viewer complaining about a her being “very Asian,” anchor Michelle Li didn’t let that get her down. Instead she teamed up with Minnesota’s own Gia Vang to create an entire movement, reclaiming the phrase “very Asian,” even creating hats and t-shirts. But that begs the question - who gets to sport the gear? Guest: Gia Vang, KARE 11 News

Show Notes

When an Asian American journalist receives a call from a viewer complaining about a her being “very Asian,” anchor Michelle Li didn’t let that get her down. Instead she teamed up with Minnesota’s own Gia Vang to create an entire movement, reclaiming the phrase “very Asian,” even creating hats and t-shirts. But that begs the question - who gets to sport the gear? Guest: Gia Vang, KARE 11 News

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What is Counter Stories?

We discuss race, identity, social justice and culture in a region grappling with demographic changes