🎙️ Season 2, Episode 11: Chynna Mamawal – Redefining Global Fashion with Filipino Excellence

In this episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis speaks with Chynna Mamawal, an inspiring Filipina fashion designer who has taken her craft from the Philippines to the global stage.

Chynna shares how her career journey started with corporate experience at SM, where she honed her skills in marketing, before pursuing her passion for fashion full-time. Today, she is known for creating exquisite wedding gowns through Chynna Mamawal Atelier and launching Wear Casa, a stylish clothing line that brings elegance and comfort to everyday living.

This year, Chynna marked a major milestone with her debut at New York Fashion Week. Her designs, celebrated for their opulence and innovation, have graced celebrities like Lovi Poe, Pia Wurtzbach, and Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel, who modeled the finale look at NYFW.

Join us as Chynna shares her creative inspirations, her vision for Filipino fashion on the global stage, and how she continues to build a legacy of excellence.

Learn more about Chynna Mamawal:

Website: chynnamamawal.com

Instagram: instagram.com/chynnamamawal

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?

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https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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#LoidaLewis #ChynnaMamawal #NYFW #FilipinoPride #WearCasa #FilipinoFashion #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #FromManilaToManhattan #Filipinxt

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 10: Bing Chen – Building a New World for Multicultural Communities

In this episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis speaks with Bing Chen, the visionary CEO and Co-Founder of Gold House, about his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential multicultural leaders today.

Bing shares his dream of becoming the next Walt Disney and his decade-long project developing an IP like Marvel or Star Wars that reflects his creative vision. Starting as an intern at Disney with the team that created Frozen, Bing's career skyrocketed when he joined YouTube. As the Global Head of Creator Development and Management, his team helped coin the term "creator economy." He was one of the original and principal architects of the multi-billion-dollar influencer ecosystem that supports 300 million creators worldwide and was part of the team behind the iconic Gold Play Button award.

He also dives deep into Gold House, the premier collective he co-founded to unlock socioeconomic equity for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and other multicultural communities. Gold House creates a rallying cry for unity, driving representation and collaboration across film, media, advertising, gaming, business, and the corporate world. Bing highlights how Gold House's initiatives are reshaping industries, breaking barriers, and fostering a new era of multicultural leadership.

Learn more about Bing Chen and Gold House:

Gold House: https://goldhouse.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bingchen

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?

Available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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#LoidaLewis #BingChen #GoldHouse #CreatorEconomy #AAPIPride #MulticulturalLeadership #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #RepresentationMatters #BuildingANewWorld

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 9: DJ CherishTheLuv – Healing Through Music

In this episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis speaks with Reverend Cynthia Cherish Malaran, also known as DJ CherishTheLuv, a Filipino-American DJ, producer, ordained minister, and survivor whose incredible story is rooted in resilience and transformation.

After a head injury caused amnesia, DJ CherishTheLuv used music to restore her memories and rebuild her life. She also shares her inspiring journey as a breast cancer survivor and how she embraced life. Her path led her to become a music missionary, using her talents to heal and inspire others—from teaching orphans and inmates to providing soulful experiences for hospice patients and cancer survivors.

As the first woman to DJ on Broadway with Here Lies Love and a performer for legends like Oprah Winfrey, DJ CherishTheLuv reminds us of music’s profound healing power.

Learn more about DJ CherishTheLuv:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djcherishtheluv

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?

Available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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#LoidaLewis #DJCherishTheLuv #HealingThroughMusic #Resilience #FilipinoAmericanPride #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #MusicMissionary #Inspiration

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 8: Vincent Rodriguez III – Breaking Barriers, One Stage at a Time

In this episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis chats with Vincent Rodriguez III, a trailblazing Filipino-American entertainer who became the first Filipino-American lead in a primetime TV show with his role as Josh Chan in Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Vincent shares his journey from Daly City, California, to Hollywood, showcasing his immense talents in acting, dancing, singing, martial arts, and even magic!

Vincent reflects on his humble beginnings, his rigorous training at the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, and the lessons he’s learned in the entertainment industry. From theater to television and voiceover work, Vincent’s story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and representation.

Learn more about Vincent Rodriguez III:

https://vrodrigueziii.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vrodrigueziii

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VRodriguezIII/

IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4272259/

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?

Available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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#LoidaLewis #VincentRodriguezIII #CrazyExGirlfriend #FilipinoRepresentation #HollywoodTrailblazer #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #FilipinoAmericanPride #BreakingBarriers #RepresentationMatters

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 7: Janet Nepales – A Life of Stories, Stars, and Strength

In this episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis sits down with Janet Susan R. Nepales, a trailblazing journalist, devoted mother, and proud Filipina. Janet shares her incredible journey from Quezon City, Philippines, to becoming an award-winning journalist and the first Filipina member of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), the organization behind the prestigious Golden Globe Awards.

Janet reflects on her early days as a writer from the Philippines, her move to Los Angeles, and her groundbreaking career covering Hollywood's biggest names. She also opens up about balancing her professional achievements with her personal life, including her loving partnership with her husband, Ruben Nepales, and raising their two daughters, Bianca Nicole and Rafaella Angelica.

Learn more about Janet Nepales:

https://goldenglobes.com/voting-member/janet-susan-r-nepales/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janetrnepales

Her Book:

https://www.amazon.com/FASHION-Filipino-Hollywood-Rodriguez-Nepales/dp/B09WCDKRC7

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, is available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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#LoidaLewis #JanetNepales #GoldenGlobes #FilipinoJournalists #FilipinaEmpowerment #HollywoodInsider #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #HFPA #FilipinoRepresentation

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 6: From Humble Beginnings to Hollywood: The Journey of Ruben Nepales

In this episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis sits down with Ruben Nepales, an award-winning journalist and Hollywood correspondent. Ruben takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings in the Philippines to becoming one of the most respected voices in entertainment journalism.

Ruben shares the story of his early years, his breakthrough into the industry, and how his dedication to storytelling paved the way for his success. He also opens up about his experiences interviewing A-list celebrities and the lessons he learned along the way. His coffee table book, Through a Writer's Lens, released during the pandemic, is a collection of candid photos with some of Hollywood's biggest stars he has chronicled throughout his career.

In this episode, Ruben also discusses the Manila International Film Festival (MIFF), which he and his wife, Janet, founded to celebrate Filipino cinema and strengthen ties between Hollywood and the Philippines. His passion for Filipino culture and film continues to shine through in both his journalistic work and his efforts to elevate the Filipino film industry on the global stage.

Learn more about Ruben Nepales:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RubenNepales

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rubenvnepales

Through a Writer’s Lens: https://www.amazon.com/Through-Writers-Lens-Ruben-Nepales/dp/B08XXY3VP4

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, is available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

Tune in now:

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#LoidaLewis #RubenNepales #HollywoodJournalist #FilipinoCinema #ManilaInternationalFilmFestival #MIFF #ThroughAWritersLens #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #FilipinoJournalists #MrHollywood #HollywoodReporter #Rappler

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 5: The Power of Representation with Lou Diamond Phillips

In this insightful episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis sits down with the acclaimed actor, director, and author Lou Diamond Phillips. Born at the Subic Bay Naval Station in the Philippines to a Filipino mother and an American father of Scots-Irish and Cherokee descent, Lou has forged a path as a powerful advocate for diverse representation in Hollywood. Known for his iconic roles in La Bamba, Stand and Deliver, and Young Guns, Lou has been a trailblazer for Asian and Indigenous representation in film and television.

Lou shares the inspiration behind his recent literary work, including his sci-fi novels Tinderbox: Soldier of Indira and The Tinderbox: Underground Movement. He opens up about his creative journey, the importance of authentic storytelling, and his dedication to breaking down cultural barriers through his work.

Learn more about Lou Diamond Phillips:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087526065669

Tinderbox: Soldier of Indira: https://www.amazon.com/Tinderbox-Soldier-Lou-Diamond-Phillips/dp/1949890538

The Tinderbox: Underground Movement: https://www.amazon.com/Tinderbox-Underground-Lou-Diamond-Phillips/dp/1964505003

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, is available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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#LoidaLewis #LouDiamondPhillips #FilipinoRepresentation #HollywoodDiversity #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #StandAndDeliver #LaBamba #RepresentationMatters #Tinderbox

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4: Empowering the Asian Diaspora with Anla Cheng, Founder of Serica Initiative

In this insightful episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis sits down with Anla Cheng, the visionary Founder and CEO of Serica Initiative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the Asian diaspora in America. Anla’s remarkable career spans leadership roles at global financial institutions like Goldman Sachs and Citi, but her true passion lies in storytelling, advocacy, and creating social change.

Together, Loida and Anla explore the important work of the Serica Initiative, which focuses on using storytelling and multimedia to foster dialogue and bring attention to the AAPI community. Anla shares her inspiring journey, from her early years to her impressive career in finance, and how she transitioned into the nonprofit world with a mission to empower Asian Americans and women in leadership roles.

The conversation also touches on Anla's experiences as the former Chair of The China Project and her commitment to bridging cultural gaps through education, social impact, and philanthropy.

Join this compelling discussion on the power of narrative, the importance of cross-cultural empathy, and how leadership within the AAPI community can shape a more inclusive society.

Learn more about Anla Cheng and the Serica Initiative:

Serica Initiative: https://www.sericainitiative.org

The China Project: https://thechinaproject.com

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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Email us your thoughts and reviews: askloidalewis@gmail.com

#LoidaLewis #AnlaCheng #SericaInitiative #AAPI #AsianEmpowerment #TheLoidaLewisPodcast #ChinaProject #CrossCulturalEmpathy #Leadership