Thali Sugisawa's guest appearances

Thali Sugisawa

I have SOMETHING to say!

Peter Smith

Jose Rodriguez

Manny Hernandez

Henry Jimenez

Jennifer Foster

Emily Walker

Lee Johnson

Puja Madan

Rob West

Terry Olson

Sandra Guzman

Nina Streich

Gina Duncan

Joseph Simmons

Jaylani Hussein

OwlTail

This week our podcast is two days early. There’s a sense of urgency. In this episode of I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY, my dear friend, sister and comrade Thali Sugisawa revisits what she felt when she heard about the violent and tragic attack against Asian women in Atlanta last week. She shares very disturbing and poignant experiences growing up in her native Brazil as the daughter of a biracial parents, and living here in the U.S. Listen as she shares cultural insights and how she candidly expresses her frustrations, concerns, hope, and determination to do what she can to make things better. Please listen to her truth and the simple solution she presents: “We just need to care more about others.”   If you live in the Orlando area join the Asian Pacific American Coalition and the Social Justice and Advocacy Department TODAY, TUESDAY, MARCH 23 at 6:30 PM at the University of Central Florida (UCF) Reflecting Pond as they host a vigil in honor of the 8 Atlanta victims, and all victims of anti-Asian hate crimes. The event will take place in accordance with COVID-19 protocol but will allow for participants to take part in a spoken word and a lantern ceremony, following University and community speakers. For event details: https://www.facebook.com/events/816104985647740

This week our podcast is two days early. There’s a sense of urgency. In this episode of I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY, my dear friend, sister and comrade Thali Sugisawa revisits what she felt when she heard about the violent and tragic attack against Asian women in Atlanta last week. She shares very disturbing and poignant experiences growing up in her native Brazil as the daughter of a biracial parents, and living here in the U.S. Listen as she shares cultural insights and how she candidly expresses her frustrations, concerns, hope, and determination to do what she can to make things better. Please listen to her truth and the simple solution she presents: “We just need to care more about others.” If you live in the Orlando area join the Asian Pacific American Coalition and the Social Justice and Advocacy Department TODAY, TUESDAY, MARCH 23 at 6:30 PM at the University of Central Florida (UCF) Reflecting Pond as they host a vigil in honor of the 8 Atlanta victims, and all victims of anti-Asian hate crimes. The event will take place in accordance with COVID-19 protocol but will allow for participants to take part in a spoken word and a lantern ceremony, following University and community speakers. For event details: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/816104985647740" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/events/816104985647740</a>

Episode #89: "I Have SOMETHING To Say" with special guest, Thali Sugisawa

The Orlando region is becoming a wonderful example of how a diverse community can work, play, live and grow together here in the U.S. It’s a welcoming city that is rather young and progressive – not a melting pot, but more like a fruit salad or stew where all of the parts are equally important to make it awesome.  FusionFest is a manifestation of Central Florida’s intentional efforts to celebrate diversity and inclusion…dance, film, fashion, food, games, spoken word, a parade of flags, artisans, music, and visual arts from all around the world. The superstars of this two-day festival the weekend right after Thanksgiving are actual Central Floridians representing over 110 countries.  In this episode of I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY, we talk to Terry Olsen and Thali Sugisawa about how they were able to bring so many diverse groups together to design and deliver this magnificent event that focuses on community, arts, culture, unity and showcasing the best of humanity.

The Orlando region is becoming a wonderful example of how a diverse community can work, play, live and grow together here in the U.S. It’s a welcoming city that is rather young and progressive – not a melting pot, but more like a fruit salad or stew where all of the parts are equally important to make it awesome.  FusionFest is a manifestation of Central Florida’s intentional efforts to celebrate diversity and inclusion…dance, film, fashion, food, games, spoken word, a parade of flags, artisans, music, and visual arts from all around the world. The superstars of this two-day festival the weekend right after Thanksgiving are actual Central Floridians representing over 110 countries.  In this episode of I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY, we talk to Terry Olsen and Thali Sugisawa about how they were able to bring so many diverse groups together to design and deliver this magnificent event that focuses on community, arts, culture, unity and showcasing the best of humanity.

Episode #24: "I Have SOMETHING To Say" with special guests, Terry Olson & Thali Sugisawa