“People are going to look at you and think you’re an immigrant.”

Season 1 Episode 8 — November 5, 2024

This episode is supported by Pacific Mercantile Company.

It’s Election Day. As Alyssa Nilemo makes a final push to reach out to voters, I uncover how practicing a Japanese martial art, participating in an Asian American nonprofit organization, and now running for office fit into her story. Colorado welcomes everyone. In the final hours before we find out whether she wins her race, I check in with Alyssa.

Featured Guests

Jean Yien

Brent Sabati

Nadia Konstantinov

Alyssa Nilemo

References

Casey Kawaguchi — caseykawaguchi.com

United States Naginata Federation — naginata.org

Asian Chamber of Commerce Colorado — acccolorado.org