Ngl, I'm feeling pretty sexy at 43

Recorded an episode with former Rolling Stone writer Brittany Spanos for the upcoming 25th year anniversary of #Aaliyah ‘s death anniversary. So much to say about her short lived legacy. Coming out on the 25th!

What consequences do employees face when disclosing their identity? @changecadet.bsky.social , Author of "White Supremacy All Around", and I go into what marginalized folks encounter in the workforce. Check out this full episode randykim.substack.com/p/what-does-...

What Does Navigating in a White-Majority Space Look Like Through The Lens of Black and Disabled Identity? w/Dr. Akilah Cadet

Dr. Cadet unapologetically shares the nuances of how white supremacy creeps up in the many spaces we walk into and how folks with disabilities should never have to hold back when addressing needs.

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For my fellow Asian men, Do you go to Korean saunas/spas with your male friends? (Obviously platonically speaking ) If so, what were those experiences like for you? Do you feel that it has deepened your friendships with them?

THE TEMPLE ROAD author Fazlur Rahman talks with @banhmichronicles.bsky.social about his childhood, his mother, and grief. Honest and worth your time. https://page1m.co/4gK2noN

This week, I brought on artist MILCK to talk about her new musical. Documentary photographer Adriano Kalin on being on the front lines covering the ICE raids, and on disability awareness in movement work. Go to The Banh Mi Chronicles Podcast Like, Comment, and Share with Folks!

@blockclubchi.bsky.social journalist, @franciagarciah.bsky.social returns to share the latest on the ICE raids in Chicago. Recently, there's been an uptick in raids in the courthouses where ICE is arresting immigrants. Francia shares more here. randykim.substack.com/p/emergency-...

EMERGENCY EPISODE: ICE Raids Picking Up Steam in Chicago w/Francia Garcia Hernandez

Thanks for reading Bánh Mì Bites!

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Hearing about Bulls icon Stacey King's passing on my bday (6/7) was a gut punch. He was a beloved icon in Chicago and brought so much joy to me over the years. He did a bday tribute to my brothers and acknowledged the passing of my brother. I hope Stacey is somewhere higher than D-Rose was w Dragic.

Been in my Madonna binge lately and did a podcast on some songs that I feel are underrated. @trannawintour.bsky.social pops in as a return guest to offer her critique. Do you have a favorite Madonna song(s)? randykim.substack.com/p/the-madonn...

The Madonna Deep Dive: Underrated Hits & Confessions II Anticipation with Tranna Wintour

Tranna Wintour returns to rank the Queen of Pop's most forgotten masterpieces and preview the upcoming dance floor sequel.

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Since bringing the pod back, I’ve released 50 episodes, bringing the total to 170! My pod hit two milestones: 50K streams and 100K views on YouTube! Thank you to all my guests for sharing their stories and to all my listeners. You have made this fun again, and I hope to bring you many more!

Add @npr.org Tiny Desk contest winner to the list of my guests. Congratulations to Cameron from @cureforparanoia.bsky.social for being selected to the NPR Tiny Desk tour. Check out my episode with Cameron this week!

Happy AAPI Month! Getting into the mind of a rising Khmer American comedian My interview w/ Lintorious was loads of fun. From watching her parents start a Cambodian film business in America to her running an erotic massage parlor to catching breaks as a comedian. We lay it all out here!

Since returning to the podcast last August, I have now released 45 episodes, and I couldn’t be any more pleased about the # of amazing guests that I’ve had on and the topics that I get to bring up. I feel light years better at this than the 4 years that I was doing it until I put it on pause in 2023

51 years later since the Vietnam War, the mission is still unfinished. In this episode of The Banh Mi Chronicles, I spoke w/ Hung Nguyen, a retired Viet American who spent years helping families reclaim the bodies of US soldiers for decades. Watch here: randykim.substack.com/p/51-years-l...

Don’t trust the first press release. 🗞️ In my latest conversation with Katrina Pham of @borderlessmag.bsky.social, we discussed why being vigilant about misinformation is a prerequisite for community journalism. If we want to tell authentic stories, we have to look past the “accepted” narrative.

Another morning of ICE sightings happening around Chicagoland and the northwest burbs as yes, they are still here, operating under the surface as they were before Bovino's spectacle.

Journalism is changing. Local journalist Katrina Pham from @borderlessmag.bsky.social joins me this week on The Bánh Mì Chronicles, and discusses why immigrant-centered journalism is building community trust. Watch the full conversation here

From the era of low-rise jeans to TRL—I’m diving into the tracks that defined a decade. 💿✨ My latest on The Banh Mi Chronicles Pod breaks down the top 2000s songs that still live rent-free in my head.. Read & listen here: randykim.substack.com #2000sNostalgia #ElderMillennial

In the wake of the current ICE raids, I sat down with Kala for an essential conversation on staying vigilant, protecting our communities, and finding solidarity in times of fear. Listen here: randykim.substack.com/p/emergency-drop-how-to-stay-vigilant #CommunityCare #MutualAid

EMERGENCY DROP: How to stay vigilant when traveling during the current ICE raids. I sat down with Kala for a breakdown on community protection. Whether you’re heading to a protest or traveling during high-tension times, this PSA is essential. Ep Link: randykim.substack.com/p/emergency-...

Author & Chaplain @jspark3000.bsky.social discusses Western’s fixation on rushing grief when it’s often a lifelong process. After my brother’s death, I was only given 3 bereavement days, and it took a toll on me which led me to leave my job. Follow my Substack for more! #griefandloss

I'm excited about this episode that I did with Korean hospital chaplain and author, @jspark3000.bsky.social . We talked about intergenerational trauma, memorializing those lost to v*olence, and Black and Asian solidarity. Really enjoyed chatting w/him. open.substack.com/pub/randykim...

How do we memorialize the unseen? New Bánh Mì Chronicles episode featuring hospital chaplain J.S. Park. We dig into: Healing from state-sanctioned violence Unlearning toxic masculinity Finding "Intergenerational Joy" during grief Listen here: open.substack.com/pub/randykim...

You could say that Rock n Roll was born 111 years ago today in Arkansas, but probably not where you'd think. Before there was a Chuck Berry or Little Richard, there was those who wanted to be like her. Rosetta Nubin better known as Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the godmother of Rock was born on this day

Revisiting an episode I did earlier this year in the wake of Dolores Huerta’s SA from Cesar Chavez. We talked about accountability of leaders in community spaces, and why it’s more important than ever to ensure the protection of survivors in these spaces. randykim.substack.com/p/breaking-t...

Breaking the Silence: Accountability in Khmer Community Spaces w/Sina Sam

Examining the allegations against Khmerican’s founder Phatry Derek Pan and reimagining survivor support, leadership accountability, and community healing with leader Sina Sam.

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Cesar Chavez would have been a MAGA in today's climate. Also, reminders to credit Larry Itliong, Ernesto Galarza and other Filipino laborers for their major contributions to the farm labor movement, and to hold space for those that Chavez h*rmed and took advantage of.

I've entered that age now. #eldermillennial

I sat down w/ Sophia Lee, founder of the IG @BeyondtheMekong, which highlights writings by Khmer authors. She shares the joy of connecting with Asian bookstagrammers. We discuss our favorites and more on this episode of The Banh Mi Chronicles! Check it out at randykim.substack.com

ICYMI, these are the current episodes so far in 2026. From deep dives into community accountability to navigating belonging, uncovering untold survivor stories, I've been bringing the stories that need to be heard. Here are the recent episodes on The Banh Mi Chronicles: