The Root Problem

Episodes

PILOT. THE MODEL MINORITY MYTH

Kevin and Ethan discuss the implications of the term “Model Minority” on Asian American communities mindsets, with licensed clinical psychologists Shirley Ley and Erica Tan. The episode dives into personal stories, racism, scapegoating, stress and sacrifice, and more!

2. ADVOCACY AND LEADERSHIP

Kevin and Ethan interview fellow peer and friend Jenny Duan, an extremely inspiring youth leader who lives her life by pursuing the things she loves. Jenny speaks a little bit about her eye-opening experiences in various clubs, organizations, and her great strides in advocacy work for diversity and mental health at Jesuit High School, as well as our greater community. Listen more to hear about her work!

3. MULTIRACIAL ROUNDTABLE

In the latest episode of The Root Problem, Kevin and Ethan host a multiracial roundtable. Listen as Ethan is joined by his fellow multiracial peers—Kayra Isbara, Finn Fujimura, and Quinn Katayama-Stall—to talk about their experiences as multiracial Asian American youth in today's society.

What are the social implications of being multiracial? What are the challenges and advantages of balancing two or more cultures? Each journey is unique, yet also similar. We can learn a lot from each other's stories and experiences and we hope that you are able to gain a new perspective from listening.

4. WRESTLING WITH LIFE

Zeda Zhang, the first Asian American female wrestler, has been through it all. From battling self hatred and suicidal thoughts as a child, to being sent to boarding school, to healing a long broken relationship with her parents . From being a victim of domestic abuse to one of the most badass women in the wrestling industry, from the bottom of the social ladder all the way to the top, it's almost as if Zeda has lived 7 lives. Tune in as she tells her turbulent and captivating life story in the latest episode of The Root Problem.

5. WRESTLING WITH LIFE pt.2

Part 2 of Wrestling With Life featuring Zeda Zhang, the first Asian American female wrestler. From battling self hatred and suicidal thoughts as a child, to being sent to boarding school, to healing a long broken relationship with her parents . From being a victim of domestic abuse to one of the most badass women in the wrestling industry, from the bottom of the social ladder all the way to the top, it's almost as if Zeda has lived 7 lives. Tune in as she tells her turbulent and captivating life story in the latest episode of The Root Problem.

6. OREGON’S RISING ACTIVIST

Kevin and Ethan are joined by Aarna Dixit, an activism and advocacy superwoman in Portland, Oregon. Through her work with Youthline, ASHA International, PERIOD, and SASO (Students Against Sexual Oppression), Aarna has been a force of change in her community at just 17 years old. She has even been featured by TEDxYouth Portland! Listen as Aarna talks about her activism and mental health journey and gives some tips on how anyone can be a better advocate for the issues they believe in.