In this introspective and candid episode of the Strong Asian Lead podcast, Mas delves into the challenges and realities of maintaining the platform, grappling with the nuances of non-profit work, and the personal toll it takes to run such an initiative single-handedly. This episode offers a raw, unfiltered look into the struggles behind the scenes, the impact of community support, and the future of Strong Asian Lead. Introduction to the hiatus Explanation of the extended break from the podcast and the difficulties in maintaining Strong Asian Lead as a solo venture. The realities of runni ..read more

From actors to screenwriters, directors to cinematographers, we explore the first steps to ignite your creative passion and enter the entertainment world. Whether you're dipping your toes in or already immersed, our casual chat and expert insights will guide you on your journey. Plus, we'll dive into the iconic movie 'Enter the Dragon' and discover its lessons for aspiring filmmakers. Mas' Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya ⁠ SAL Links: ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ ⁠ Crowdfunding -  ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/d ..read more

Dive into Hollywood as we reveal the transformative power of kindness and how 'paying it forward' can rewrite your starry destiny. Tune in to discover the hidden ripple effects of generosity in Tinseltown and be inspired to make a difference in your own way. Jungle Book: https://members.strongasianlead.com/p/strongasianlead/resource/i/04a91b74-62de-4f9f-b443-a55518175975/?sgj=am Mas' Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya ⁠ SAL Links: ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ ⁠ Crowdfunding -  ⁠https://strongasianlead.com/donate ..read more

In this empowering episode, we explore the transformative power of 'No'. We take you behind the scenes of Hollywood's glamour, sharing my personal stories from the industry and how I turned their rejection slips into stepping stones. Each 'No' they encountered was not a rejection, but the 'Next Opportunity' paving their path to success. Tune in to learn how you can apply these lessons to your own journey, transforming every 'No' into a new possibility. 3 Ninjas (1992): https://members.strongasianlead.com/p/strongasianlead/resource/i/32b753d7-b8b4-4265-aca7-fe203cc27b25/?sgj=am Mas' Instagra ..read more

In this candid episode, I share my personal stories of giving and receiving feedback throughout my career in Hollywood. The good, the bad, the ugly. I'll talk about how I learned to deliver constructive criticism without crushing spirits, and how to take useful notes without losing my vision. Plus, my best tips for making feedback work for you, not against you. Whether you're an actor, filmmaker, or just trying to navigate feedback at school or work, I hope my messy stories and hard-won lessons take the stress out of critique. Mas' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya  SAL Link ..read more

Got tired of waiting on myself to restart the podcast. So I'm coming back, quick and dirty, run and gun style. A few thoughts here and there. Once a week, maybe twice. Thank everyone who was still listening to the podcast even thought I wasn't posting. These show notes will get better too. Just doing this because I'd rather spend the time doing a podcast than doing an instagram post. Mas' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongasianlead_ Crowdfunding -  https://strongasianlead.com/donate Ven ..read more

What's it like to be mixed Asian actor in Hollywood? How has casting treated biracial people as "too Asian" or "not Asian enough" when it comes to booking a role? That's what we're discussing with Genevieve Kang, actor on Netflix's Locke and Key. Tune in to hear what it's like to be an actor in Canada and what does it take to make a career as an actor. Genevieve's website: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2002602/ Genevieve's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genevievekng/ Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/ Instagram - https://www.ins ..read more

How do Asian American directors look at Western and Eastern projects and break down the differences in storytelling style and visual filmmaking? That's why Dinh and I talk about on this week's interview. We also discuss his projects and how they've developed over time and throughout Vietnam, France, and the Untied States. Dinh Thai is an award winning director and is a co-creator on the upcoming Freeform series, AZNBBGL, a coming-of-age story about three Asian American teenagers driven by a desire to break free from generational expectations and carve out their own place in the world, set in t ..read more

Katie and I discuss the life and struggles of being an actor and the skills that are helpful to have. We also discuss what it means to Katie to tell stories as a writer.   Links and Handles:  Katie's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4583512/  Katie's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katie___chang/  Pantheon - https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/0U58K58V50XWKXYFAZ3FVYB96J/ref=atv_dl_rdr?tag=justus1ktp-20  Masami's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masmoriya  SAL Links: https://strongasianlead.com/  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stron ..read more

Focusing on discussions around building a community based on equity, Masami reviews the state of inclusivity within the entertainment industry with author of How To Write Inclusively: An Analysis & How To Guide and screenwriter Ashwini Prasad. Ashwini speaks on the fluidity of identity and using privilege to stand up for the underrepresented and victims within the industry. Together Masami and Ashwini emphasize the need for internal, conscious change while working to saturate the industry with various perspectives in all stages of production. Podcast Show Notes Guest Title: Ashwini Prasad ..read more