Check out this week's episode on The Banh Mi Chronicles w/ Jenny Chan from @PacificAtrocitiesEdu as we discuss the Asia-Pacific Wars. Here are a few facts about the war. Jenny emphasizes the importance of learning hidden and forgotten history and how it shapes the world we see today. To listen:

Jenny Chan of Pacific Atrocities Education joins me as a guest to discuss Asian American history leading up to WW2. Jenny dives into the Asian Pacific Wars. She emphasizes this history to gain a deeper understanding of what we are all seeing today. Link: randykim.substack.com/p/uncovering...

I was interviewed by LLAG Media for the Seasoned Fighters channel about the ICE raids in Chicago, the manosphere in podcasting, red-pilling among Asian men, my grief journey and a few more things. Really enjoyed this interview. www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQkt...

Y’all! Get into Kenyon Farrow and my interview with @banhmichronicles.bsky.social on queer Asian American storytelling, Bowen Yang and Asian Americans’ problematic relationship to whiteness in our latest episode! Listen: powerbeyondpride.com/culture-crit... or wherever you listen to podcasts!

@searac.bsky.social 's Quyen Dinh speaks about Parady La, a Khmer man who died under ICE custody. His family shared that he was denied medical care and that they are not getting answers about what happened to him. ICE has targeted & detained SE Asian folks. Check the ep on The Banh Mi Chronicles.

You've heard of Kent State (1970) & maybe Jackson State (1970). Did you know #tdih 1968, 28 students were injured and three killed (one a HS student) — most shot in the back by state police while involved in a peaceful protest in Orangeburg, SC? 💔 🧵 Read ⬇️ www.zinnedproject.org/news/tdih/or...

To honor Black History Month, I invited author @arionne.bsky.social to discuss her research on Chicago’s impact on Black culture. She explains how Chicago has been the epicenter of creativity and innovation for Black leaders. Check out this episode on The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast

I had the honor of being on InfatuAsian Podcast. There are a few upcoming guest episodes I'm on soon. We discuss my family, being a crybaby at school, my podcasting journey, and the 1 yr anniversary of my brother's passing this month. Check it out below! www.podbean.com/ew/pb-mpgcs-...

If and when this nightmare is over, the Dem party will make us forget about convicting ICE/CBP and letting it skirt by. We already did with the Confederates after the Civil War and allowing a felon/p&do president to sit in office. As much as I want to be wrong, this is very likely the reality

Reminder that, as of the latest reports, Liam Ramos is still in prison in Texas - now for 5 days. His parents are legal asylum seekers with no criminal record.

Posted on my Substack as I have included links in MN that you can support. They are provided by two activists Kalaya'an Mendoza & Kyle Guante Tran, a native MSP, and Organize the Rich and my episode w/ Jung on protest safety. The oppressors will never win. randykim.substack.com/p/stand-with...

The Twin Cities hold a special place for me. My teacher Mrs Nilan from MSP, defended me against a racist bully. She embodied the spirit of many Minnesotans fighting against ICE. Today is the one-year mark of her passing. I know her spirit is there w/them. Support these communities in this time. .

How do we shift from a deficit-based narrative to an asset-based one on Khmer culture? Chat w/ Khmer leader Sina Sam on reclaiming identity, creating accountability, challenging toxic leaders, and the allegations against Khmerican CEO. Chk out The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast randykim.substack.com

randykim.substack.com/p/breaking-t... New episode on the breakdown of Khmerican founder PDP and supporting survivors & reimagining community spaces that creates accountability of toxic & predatory leaders

I decided to post this tribute about the 1 yr anniversary of my brother's passing a day early bc I know I'll need that day to myself. I hope you get a chance to read about the grief journey, but also, in quick summation, I miss Andy very, very much. To read: randykim.substack.com/p/son-of-a-g...

What I have suspected about Bowen Yang all along. www.instagram.com/reel/DTblbji...

I am kicking off 2026 on The Bánh Mì Chronicles w/ Benedict Nguyễn, author of the debut novel, Hot Girls With Balls! Benedict (she/her) is a writer, dancer, producer, and an emerging voice for queer and trans folks in the publishing world. Listen Here: randykim.substack.com/p/hot-girls-...

If you guys want some good news: my neighbors managed to source 10,000 whistles for Minneapolis

What a year! I returned to my podcast after a two-year hiatus and ended up releasing nearly 30 episodes in 4 months. There's more soon! Thank you to my guests and listeners for your support! The podcast is free, but if you'd like to support me, scan the QR or go to ko-fi.com/banhmichroni... .

New interview w/former pinup model and author of Fetishized @kailayu.bsky.social . TW: Mentions of s*xual v*olence Listen here: randykim.substack.com/p/revisiting...

Thank you Amy for having me on your new podcast, Quixotic Heights. It's been a while since I last appeared as a guest on a podcast, but this is one of the best experiences I've had. We talk about my mental health journey, my podcast, grief, and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vh6L...

Sharing this week's ep with Jon Hill, mixed Thai American filmmaker who debuted his film, "Above the Clouds," a look into grief and identity. We also chatted on Philly & Chicago sports. We talked about his grief journey and what it looks like for him now. randykim.substack.com/p/sports-cha...

DHS used a wide variety of weapons against people in Elgin yesterday, not only tear gas. Some wild photos in this writeup from @domguan.bsky.social:

Check out my interview w/Kenneth from @thevietnamesepodcast as we discussed the podcast landscape and what it means to cover Vietnamese stories. A must-see for those curious about podcasting and stories from the Vietnamese ppl. . Check out The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast or scan the QR code.

Check out my pod w community leaders Hac and Nuky, co-owners of the new Haibayô Cafe in Chicago Uptown. Learn about Hac and Nuky's work on preserving that neighborhood and how their cafe is supporting it. Find The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast on any platform. You can also use the QR code here.

I sat down with two Chicago community leaders who I have long adored, Hac Tran and Jennifer “Nuky” Pham, co-owners of the new Haibayô Cafe, for a deep dive about history, culture, and community advocacy in the Asia on Argyle community. ➡️ Listen Now:

I caught up with my friend Kenneth Nguyen from The Vietnamese Podcast for this episode. We dived into: The current podcasting world, what Kenneth has learned about the Viet community, and navigating the political nuances and narratives of Viet Americans. Listen now: linktr.ee/banhmi_chron...

Now THIS???? is a white man! this is how you white man!!!!!!!!!

Don't forget to catch the latest episode of The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast with the funny and insightful @trannawintour.bsky.social We're diving deep into Madonna's legacy and asking the question: "Have we finally reached the end of celebrity stanning culture?" Available on all streaming services!

Doing a podcasting presentation to a classroom at UIC. Had a fun time connecting with students about tying this work to the social climate and giving voice to advocates and activists. Also, each time I present, a student names Joe Rogan as his fav podcaster 🤮

Charlotte is being besieged by Icetapo..they are running down grandma's in the streets,abducting men putting up Christmas decorations, farm workers,throwing Moms with babies in their arms in back of vans..this Baker has lost 50% of his business..please if you live in Charlotte support him!! #manolo

Sending love & solidarity from DC to Charlotte. And LA. And Chicago. And whoever they try to come for next. We’re stronger together & we will win.

nbcchicago.app.link/qRaEcmfahYb Wow this is really wild

I spoke w/ Chicago Chinatown leaders Grace Chan McKibben and Andrew Frangos about the ICE raids and SNAP benefits cuts. We cover: 1. Community rapid response to protect neighbors. 2. How residents are being affected by the SNAP saga. 3. Call to Action Listen here open.substack.com/pub/randykim...

I held a lot of resentment for my parents. I didn't, at the time, understand why, because I didn't know the trauma. I didn't understand the trauma that they had yet to process.Because no one talked about it, and the history books didn't talk about it. Dorothy Chow For more: youtu.be/LTgxagNesUE?...

I interviewed Dorothy Chow, host of the podcast, "Death In Cambodia." Dorothy shares her story of creating the podcast with her father, her exploration of her Khmer identity, and shedding light on the Dangrek genocide, and more. Listen now: randykim.substack.com/p/a-daughter...

Divorce Was My Rebirth---Healing coach @nishamody.bsky.social talks about life post-divorce and why she chooses to celebrate it, and how that experience has defined the future she wants to determine. Listen for more on The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast youtu.be/9ipzTTsn3gA

Saint Mary Clarence joins The Banh Mi Chronicles to confess their political sins, and delivers a vital lesson on community protection and leveraging white privilege in the fight against ICE in Chicago. Listen here: open.substack.com/pub/randykim...

It’s hard to convey just how much Chicagoans are mobilizing against ICE. Don’t want to downplay the harm, or make it seem like a fair fight. But in neighborhoods across this city, ICE is getting chased by people blowing whistles and shouting. People are running TOWARD ICE to protect their neighbors.

open.substack.com/pub/randykim... What it means to cosplay as an extrovert?

I was gifted this new memoir “Fetishized” by the author herself @kailayu.bsky.social Can’t wait read this! #AsianAmericanstories

Here’s the latest from the Chicago Pilsen, Little Village, and Back of the Yards community on The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast from reporter @franciagarciah.bsky.social of @blockclubchi.bsky.social regarding the ongoing ICE raids & journalism safety open.substack.com/pub/randykim...

Instead of rage baiting, think of how you’ll use your energy into everyday practices that protect folks, divest from people, orgs and companies that harm folks, and amplify the experiences of folks and share vital information. Rage is needed but it has to be an accessory to the actions we take.

Important episode that I did with Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho Lopez on the Chicago ICE Raids for The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast. Please listen here: youtu.be/MWaVYdVm640?...

She gets all the flowers. I mean ALL of them. If we see her, we immediately have to give her flowers.

⚠️ NEW EMERGENCY EP w/ Chicago’s Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward). We talk frankly about ICE raids, federal agents violating court orders, calling out @GovPritzker, and how his office is protecting their community. Pls listen & share. Listen: randykim.substack.com/p/emergency-...

I just dropped my latest episode w/Johnathan Gibbs @jonahsahn.bsky.social . We're talking about the current social media algorithm, how it affects creators, and Johnathan's journey as a queer Black and Filipino creative from Mississippi to NYC. Listen now! randykim.substack.com/p/content-co...