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Actor, dancer, comedian, and now aspiring filmmaker — Sway Bhatia is a powerhouse redefining what it means to grow up in the spotlight. In this episode, Sway opens up about being raised between Dubai, New York, and New Jersey, training at Alvin Ailey, starring in The Mighty Ducks and Succession, and why she’s passionate about telling raw, untold stories from South Asian communities.

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In this insightful conversation, NPR Correspondent Emily Feng shares her experience reporting across Asia, uncovering untold stories, and navigating the complexities of international journalism. From on-the-ground perspectives to the challenges of covering sensitive topics, Emily dives deep into the nuances of storytelling, cultural understanding, and the evolving media landscape.

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Oscar-nominated director behind Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom and The Monk and the Gun. In this episode of the Asian Diaspora Project Podcast, we explore his journey from a multicultural upbringing to becoming a pioneering filmmaker, Bhutan’s self-imposed isolation and transition to modernity, and the deeper themes in his films.

Pawo shares insights on storytelling as a form of liberation, Bhutanese culture’s place in an evolving world, and the challenges of making films in a country with little film infrastructure. He also reflects on his transition from studying political science in Wisconsin to becoming a filmmaker, and why he believes failure is essential to success in the arts.

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