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Hanna-Lee Sakakibara

MIXUNDERSTOOD

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MIXUNDERSTOOD

Hanna-Lee Sakakibara

MIXUNDERSTOOD

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MIXUNDERSTOOD

Hanna-Lee Sakakibara

MIXUNDERSTOOD

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Identity is not a destination but a journey, especially for transracial adoptees. In this Episode we are diving into the conversation around transracial and transcultural adoption. I am honored to host Patrick Samuel Young Armstrong, a multifac
In this Episode we're spotlighting Shola Oz, the author of the children’s book “I am whole” Growing up as a first-generation immigrant in the bustling and diverse city of London, Shola learned early on to embrace and celebrate people from all
In this episode, I chat with sisters Kim Serena and Mareike Matthies. Raised in Munich, they now navigate the challenges of intercultural family life, with partners from Venezuela and Italy, bringing a rich mix of languages and cultures into th
In this episode, we sit down with licensed psychologist Dr. Jennifer Noble, also known as Dr. Jenn, and delve into the challenges and limitations that might arise when raising mixed race kids and learn how to ownership of the process.We also h
 In today's unique episode, we're exploring the remarkable story of Gonzalo Guerrero and Zazil Ha, one of the earliest mixed-race couples in Latin American history. Gonzalo, a Spanish sailor, and Zazil Ha, a Mayan princess, came together to cre
Joining us today are Dawn Ellinwood and Elimu Nelson, an inspiring interracial couple who, after navigating the challenges of each raising their own children and primarily dating within their own racial backgrounds, now find themselves together
In today’s Episode we have a special appearance from someone you already know pretty well, It's a pre-recorded conversation with my former co-host and dear friend, Amy, before she embarked on her next adventure which is around the corner - Baby
Some of you might recall today’s guests from Season 1’s finale episode about Holiday Tales from around the world. They are the sweetest couple you’ve ever met -  Gabriella & Rakesh Zope. Gabriella is a psychologist from Hungary, Rakesh an Ayur
Step into the world of cross-cultural dating with First-generation Japanese-American Mami Sugita!In this episode, Mami opens up about her whirlwind journey through relationships that span continents, cultures, and a whole lot of soul-searching
Welcome to the second season of MixUnderstood, as we continue to explores the interracial and intercultural experiences. In our first season, we shared our personal stories as well as our collective journey in the entertainment industry, all ce
After much thoughtful consideration, Amy, my most wonderful co-host and friend, has decided to step down from the podcast. While I will miss her terribly - I'm truly beyond grateful for the episodes we've created together. We've poured our ever
In this week’s SEASON FINALE we go out with a bang by  sharing a multicultural mashup of holiday stories from you, our amazing listeners! We truly felt rejuvenated and enriched after this episode and we hope you will too!From how they do thi
What’s it like to be mixed when it comes to celebrating the holidays? In this episode we share our own stories about the joys, challenges, and quirks of our diverse holiday experiences. We talk about how it feels to live away from our families
To finish our mixed actors in the entertainment industry series, we share our own  stories! We get into our first jobs, cringe worthy moments, career highs and lows, acting in different accents and languages, dodgy auditions, having an identity
Summary:Imagine working in Hollywood as a mixed actor at a time when showing the ‘mixing of races’ on screen was prohibited, with interracial marriage being banned in more than 30 states in America. Or, having your scenes in your movies be sta
Summary:Join us as we eagerly explore the lives of these two iconic mixed actresses, during the glitz and glamor days of old Hollywood. We discover Oberon's journey, from her upbringing under false family pretenses to crafting a fabricated bac
From humorous and humbling moments like falling off stage to profound revelations, Majid shares his experiences of changing his stage name to fit in and later, of reclaiming his Iranian heritage. We delve into the nuances of identity, the mixed
Join us as we get right into the nuanced experiences of four mixed-race actors: Collin McCalla, Kyla Nova, Amy Ward and Lorenzo Silva as they navigate the complex landscape of Hollywood casting.We explore the challenges they face when their i
 In a world that is rapidly embracing AI, what happens when it begins to replace actors? As the SAG actors union strike crosses its 100th day, we dive deep into the pivotal role AI plays in the ongoing negotiations. Joanna Ke's compelling arti
In the latest instalment of our "Mixed Actors in the Entertainment Industry" series, we sit down with power house Manager and Producer, Matilda Comers.We dive into Matilda's unique vantage point on representing mixed actors, how she feels the
We’re kicking off our “mixed actors in the entertainment industry” series.Lowe shares insightful and personal stories about navigating her career in the ever changing landscape of Hollywood being of both Chinese and Scottish heritage. We dive
In this episode, biological anthropologist, Dr Stephanie Meredith chats with us about race as a social construct and how even though it’s not a biological reality, the impacts of racial categorizations are still very, very real. We also delve i
Aghhh aren’t those teenage years hard enough without the added complexity of being mixed? We chat about our adolescent insecurities, heartbreaks and embarrassing stories, as well as the challenges and beauties of blending traditions and identit
It’s our first episode ever! We are so excited that you are here! Get a glimpse into who we are and join us as we delve into why we are doing this podcast, share research around the multiracial population and reveal the personal stories of our
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Hello! We are so excited to bring you the trailer to our new podcast, Mixunderstood - a show that aims to better understand what it is to be multiracial and multicultural. Are you mixed? Not mixed? Know someone who is mixed? Have a child who is
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