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Mike Bow: identity crisis, fighting stereotypes and being a game changer
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Length:
53 minutes
Released:
Feb 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Content Creator and Actor Mike Bow grew up being with some diversity in Queens NY. Being half Korean, half Chinese he grew up assimilating to Western ideas, cultures and food while his parents introduced him to Korean Dramas and food. Mike dreamed of being an actor but noticed that the very rare cases he did see an Asian on screen where all portrayed as the nerdy, undesirable, awkward outcasts. He struggled with his identity, realized not only was he an "other" but if he were to try and pursue his dreams of being in actor --the odds were stacked against him. He knew that Asian roles were extremely rare and IF he were to even get a part, it was likely, that he be amplifying that stereotype. Mike still went to break into the entertainment industry and work to change the ideas of what an Asian is. Now, he has credits that include Maze Runner, How To Get Away With Murder and most recently, he was brought back by popular demand as Simon Lau on CW's Kung Fu.
Mike's story is one of the heart, determination and disposition it takes to pursue your dreams. The importance of positive and building one another up--and what it's like to not allow the world to label him and place him in the in between.
Hear how his experiences can help inspire you to go after your goals and how to not allow the world's biases to box you in.
Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebowshow/
Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikebowshow
Mike's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mikebowshow
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Mike's story is one of the heart, determination and disposition it takes to pursue your dreams. The importance of positive and building one another up--and what it's like to not allow the world to label him and place him in the in between.
Hear how his experiences can help inspire you to go after your goals and how to not allow the world's biases to box you in.
Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebowshow/
Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikebowshow
Mike's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mikebowshow
The short version: On the podcast called REPPIN-you'll meet really awesome people who share their incredible stories and lessons with YOU. It's your power packed dose of feel good-bad assery. Got it? Now, go get it.
Here's the breakdown:
Reppin is a podcast about representation of ALL kinds. You can represent a lot of things. The conversation goes beyond race, gender and orientation. You'll gain insight into notable people, people you THINK you know. You'll see who they are, what they fight for and what they represent. Essentially, you'll eavesdropping into a meaningful and revealing conversation. The stories are of diversity, empowerment, belonging, identity, courage, love, strength and so much more.
SUBSCRIBE. SHARE. DOWNLOAD!
Meet our amazing guests!
https://campsite.bio/reppinpodcast
Reppin on Apple Podcasts:
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Released:
Feb 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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