The Tiger in the Room

Hannah Kang
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"The Tiger in the Room" is a podcast series that dives into real, unfiltered conversations about modern-day racism and struggles faced by Asian-Americans. Created and hosted by NYC-based activist Hannah Kang.

  1. Is Son Heung-Min Held to a Different Standard? Korean-American Soccer Fandom, Race & the World Cup

    3d ago

    Is Son Heung-Min Held to a Different Standard? Korean-American Soccer Fandom, Race & the World Cup

    With the World Cup around the corner, we sit down with Josh Lee, Communications Director of the ⁨@LAFC⁩ Tigers Supporters Group to talk about Son Heung-min, Asian stereotypes in global soccer, and the growing wave of Korean-American fandom for the Korean men’s national team.

    1h 2m
  2. EP12: LA Dodgers Photographer Jon SooHoo on Shohei, Chinatown & Making MLB History

    08/12/2025

    EP12: LA Dodgers Photographer Jon SooHoo on Shohei, Chinatown & Making MLB History

    In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Jon SooHoo, the longtime  @Dodgers  photographer who has captured some of the MLB's most unforgettable moments.As the first Asian-American photographer in the league, Jon shares his perspective breaking barriers, documenting legendary players, and his journey in a sport where there are still relatively few Asian-Americans. He also talks about the impact of stars like Shohei Ohtani and his family’s ties to LA’s Chinatown, where his grandfather Peter SooHoo is credited with helping to save the community from extinction.

    48 min
  3. EP11: Andrew Fung on Asian Masculinity, Anti-Asian Hate, and the Fung Bros' Evolution

    02/27/2025

    EP11: Andrew Fung on Asian Masculinity, Anti-Asian Hate, and the Fung Bros' Evolution

    In this episode, Hannah chats with Andrew Fung of the Fung Bros, the popular Youtuber-comedian-rapper duo. Known for pioneering Asian and food content on YouTube, the Fung Bros are now diving into more nuanced discussions on topics like Asian masculinity, boba liberalism, and anti-Asian hate. Andrew shares insights on the role of Asian content creators, gender dynamics, and the future of the Fung Bros.

    1h 18m

  4. 01/08/2025 ·  Bonus

    Season 1 Finale: A Call-to-Action on Racism & the Asian-American Experience

    We close out Season 1 with a call-to-action for our listeners to continue questioning and challenging the realities of the Asian-American experience, including racism and discrimination. Thank you for tuning in, and we'll see you next time!

    1 min
  5. EP10: Kimberly Byrne on Her Korean Adoptee Journey & Launching a Clothing Brand to Combat Asian Hate

    01/06/2025

    EP10: Kimberly Byrne on Her Korean Adoptee Journey & Launching a Clothing Brand to Combat Asian Hate

    In the final episode of Season 1, Hannah sits down with Kimberly Byrne, founder of Stronger Together, a clothing brand dedicated to raising awareness about anti-Asian hate. Kim’s designs, which went viral during a protest, creatively spelled out Asian ethnicities to form the word "American." In this conversation, Kim shares the inspiration behind starting her brand, her journey as a Korean-American adoptee, and her personal path to finding acceptance both as a Korean and an American. She also discusses her evolution as an activist and how her experiences shaped her voice. Note: Stronger Together is no longer in operation.

    1h 9m
  6. EP9: Sam Cheng Discusses Photographing The First Stop Asian Hate Rallies in NYC and the Chinatown Mega-Jail Controversy

    12/26/2024

    EP9: Sam Cheng Discusses Photographing The First Stop Asian Hate Rallies in NYC and the Chinatown Mega-Jail Controversy

    In Episode 9, Hannah sits down with Sam Cheng, a well-known food influencer (@nycfoodblog) based in New York City. Sam is also one of the first photographers to document the early Stop Asian Hate protests in 2020. His images played a crucial role in raising awareness about anti-Asian hate crimes during a time when mainstream media coverage was lacking. In this conversation, Sam also shares his thoughts on the controversial Chinatown mega-jail project, unpacking the complex politics of race, class, and the forces driving its development.

    50 min
  7. EP8: Doug Kim Discusses Asian Masculinity, Boba Liberalism, and Being a Social Media Warrior

    07/25/2024

    EP8: Doug Kim Discusses Asian Masculinity, Boba Liberalism, and Being a Social Media Warrior

    In Episode 8, Hannah sits down with Doug Kim, a prolific political commentator on Asian-American issues and the host of the "Yellow Knight Podcast." Doug is highly active on social media, such as X, where he is known for posting unapologetic perspectives on the topic of anti-Asian hate. During their discussion, Doug discusses other topics such as WMAF relationships (White Man Asian Female), Asian masculinity, and boba liberalism which characterizes "woke" Asians who prioritize mainstream liberal values and beliefs over advocating for Asian-American issues and causes.

    1h 15m
  8. EP7: Eric Toda Discusses Becoming an Advocate for the Asian Community as a Marketing Industry Leader for Meta

    06/20/2024

    EP7: Eric Toda Discusses Becoming an Advocate for the Asian Community as a Marketing Industry Leader for Meta

    In Episode 7, Hannah has a conversation with Eric Toda, the Global Head of Social Marketing at Meta and the Executive General Manager of Meta Prosper, a program dedicated to supporting AAPI small businesses and nonprofits. During their discussion, Eric shares his personal journey of navigating his Asian-American identity as a fifth-generation Japanese-American. He also talks about a significant moment in his career when he made the choice to advocate for the Asian community as a respected leader in the marketing industry.

    57 min
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"The Tiger in the Room" is a podcast series that dives into real, unfiltered conversations about modern-day racism and struggles faced by Asian-Americans. Created and hosted by NYC-based activist Hannah Kang.

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  • Creator
    Hannah Kang
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Hannah Kang
  • Show Website
    The Tiger in the Room