108 episodes

Three trailblazing Asian American women in TV journalism and Hollywood join forces to rattle some cages and dismantle tired old stereotypes about race, age, sex and culture. Award-winning journalist May Lee and actresses Kelly Hu and Tamlyn Tomita (a.k.a. MKT) take on topics that aren't often discussed in the most open, authentic and, sometimes, hilarious way because they are unafraid to be fully themselves. They're all 50+ and fabulous so they got nothing to hide and they are beyond the point of caring about what other people think! So take your Shoes Off Inside and join MKT to engage, contribute, challenge and, most importantly, have fun! Lots and lots of FUN!

Shoes Off Inside with MKT (fka The May Lee Show‪)‬ Shoes Off Inside with MKT

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 67 Ratings

Three trailblazing Asian American women in TV journalism and Hollywood join forces to rattle some cages and dismantle tired old stereotypes about race, age, sex and culture. Award-winning journalist May Lee and actresses Kelly Hu and Tamlyn Tomita (a.k.a. MKT) take on topics that aren't often discussed in the most open, authentic and, sometimes, hilarious way because they are unafraid to be fully themselves. They're all 50+ and fabulous so they got nothing to hide and they are beyond the point of caring about what other people think! So take your Shoes Off Inside and join MKT to engage, contribute, challenge and, most importantly, have fun! Lots and lots of FUN!

    EP 23 - 50 Friends in 50 States with Shari Leid

    EP 23 - 50 Friends in 50 States with Shari Leid

    Would you be willing to travel on your own dime to all 50 U.S. states and sit down with a total stranger over a meal? Well that's exactly what Shari Leid, former attorney turned life coach, did and she lived to tell the many tales. Her purpose was to find connection and common ground in our growingly divided country. All of her connections were women of all ages, backgrounds and experiences. Through this journey, Shari not only discovered the beauty of pushing beyond fear and stereotypes, but...

    • 1 hr 5 min
    EP 22 - Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month

    EP 22 - Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month

    The month of May is when the spotlight burns brighter on the AANHPI community! All month long we celebrate the diversity of Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders and that means honoring everyone from the most prominent political and media figures to the unsung heroes who are tirelessly working to elevate our voices. In this episode, May, Kelly and Tamlyn talk about their commitment to the community and why the sense of belonging amongst AANHPIs is still not fully embraced,...

    • 1 hr 3 min
    EP 21 - Words Matter, or Do They?

    EP 21 - Words Matter, or Do They?

    At the heart of this episode is the hotly debated issue of the "coddled" generation. These are Gen Z'ers and, now, Gen Alpha who have been overprotected by parents from the real world with all of it's challenges, pain, and dangers. But ironcially, these same kids have been severely underprotected from social media. According to psychologist and NYU professor, Jonathan Haidt, this combination has led to a multitude of problems including depression and self-harm as well as a complete lack of ac...

    • 1 hr 5 min
    EP 20 - Daniel Henney and his True Love!!

    EP 20 - Daniel Henney and his True Love!!

    When it comes to movie stars with the full package, one of our Asian American brothers is at the top of that list...the one and only Daniel Henney! From starting as a model in the U.S. and Asia, to becoming a full-blown heart throb on TV and film in South Korea and worldwide, Daniel continues to entertain the masses. He stars in the series "Wheel of Time" and has a new Korean movie coming out, "Dog Days", February 7th. But what makes him truly endearing is his authenticity and humility. He is...

    • 1 hr 8 min
    EP 19 - Our Favorite Holiday Things!

    EP 19 - Our Favorite Holiday Things!

    It's time for our Favorite Things Gift List just in time for last minute shoppers like May, Kelly and Tamlyn who haven't even begun! Once again, we are featuring everything from delicous food, both sweet and savory to holiday ornaments to organic wine to the first Asian American doll, and even a punk rock band! Many of the businesses we feature are API owned and share their profits with causes they care about. Along with sharing gift ideas, MKT also chitchat about U2 at The Sphere in Las Vega...

    • 1 hr 8 min
    EP 18 - Multigenerational Living and Senior Scams!

    EP 18 - Multigenerational Living and Senior Scams!

    The numbers don't lie...the senior population is booming while the younger generation is shrinking due to fewer and fewer people having children. That means there is a growing need for caregiving within families, which is leading to more multigenerational households. That's nothing new for Asian families, but we're seeing this trend of multigenerational living increase across all communities and that's changing the way physical homes are being built, remodeled and outfitted. Our Kelly Hu just...

    • 1 hr 6 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
67 Ratings

67 Ratings

DateableDater ,

May is so inspirational

This show pumps me every time. May is so inspirational and she has such compelling insights into current events. I love how passionate she is about AAPI issues! Love this show!

Choiboy312 ,

So much depth

Congratulations on 1 year and for your continued drive to bring these topics germane to all Americans alike. I appreciate the range of guests and intensity of topics.

MrsPinkHelloKitty ,

Love Your Podcasts!

I have listened to quite a few of your podcasts now and watched your You Tube videos! I’m
so happy to have found your video by accident! Thank you for sharing stories on Asians and all the people you have interviewed and topics of what we go through. I’m Asian American...and I’m 55, and Happy this exist now! I’m looking forward to watching and listening to more from you 2021!!

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