Jeff Yang
Jeff Yang

Opinion: In L.A., this is the equivalent of a biblical flood. And we are not coping

Editor’s note: Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion. He co-hosts the podcast “They Call Us Bruce” and is co-author of the bestselling book “Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the Nineties to Now” and author of “The Golden Screen:…

Feb 06 24February 06, 2024

Article at CNN

In Jeff Yang’s illustrated history ‘The Golden Screen,’ breadth is freedom

In second grade, fighting back tears, I brought home a subtraction timed test with a red “F” scribbled across the top. Unlike addition, subtraction had always eluded me. I found it difficult to count backward: It represented a reduction, a regression…

Oct 31 23October 31, 2023

Article at Boston Globe

With ‘Shortcomings,’ have Asian Americans arrived in Hollywood?

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate Ten minutes into Randall Park’s deftly brilliant film adaptation of Adrian Tomine’s dark and bitter graphic novel “Shortcomings,” I was suddenly convinced that Asian Americans have finally…

Aug 19 23August 19, 2023

Article at San Francisco Chronicle

Opinion: ‘Elemental’ hit me hard in my feelings

“Elemental” may not be a perfect film, but it’s the perfect one for a moment when Asian Americans are finding the confidence and platform to dig ever deeper into the complicated and unruly aspects of our reality, writes Jeff Yang.

Jun 17 23June 17, 2023

Article at CNN

Opinion: The big casting blunder on ‘Beef’ sends a message

Editor’s Note: Jeff Yang is a research director for the Institute for the Future and the head of its Digital Intelligence Lab. A frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, he co-hosts the podcast “They Call Us Bruce,” and is co-author of the book “RISE: A…

Apr 20 23April 20, 2023

Article at CNN

Opinion: I’m a ‘Physical 100’ convert, and I’m not sorry

Editor’s Note: Jeff Yang is a research director for the Institute for the Future and the head of its Digital Intelligence Lab. A frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, he co-hosts the podcast “They Call Us Bruce,” and is co-author of the book “RISE: A…

Mar 03 23March 03, 2023

Article at CNN

Opinion: The incomprehensible tragedy of Monterey Park

Editor’s Note: Jeff Yang is a research director for the Institute for the Future and the head of its Digital Intelligence Lab. A frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, he co-hosts the podcast “They Call Us Bruce,” and is co-author of the book “RISE: A…

Jan 24 23January 24, 2023

Article at CNN

Opinion: The awkward truth about the new ‘Avatar’ is far bigger than its bottom line

CNN — In the runup to the release of “Avatar: The Way of Water,” director James Cameron slapped back at critics and viewers who’d expressed doubts about the franchise’s continued relevance: “The trolls will have it that nobody gives a sh*t and they…

Jan 04 23January 04, 2023

Article at CNN

Opinion: A hallelujah moment for iPhone users everywhere

CNN — Back in 2018 — that is to say, five iPhone generations ago — an acquaintance shared a picture of a bunch of frayed and useless Apple Lightning charging cables on my Twitter feed, complaining that as a trillion-dollar company, Apple should…

Dec 06 22December 06, 2022

Article at CNN

Barbie’s absurd proportions are hurting Mattel’s bottom line

She’s an eternal teen, celebrating her youthful perfection with equally ageless friends on an always-sunny Malibu beach—forever wide-eyed and innocent, despite the fact that she’s on the cusp of turning 55. But there’s always been an ugly side to beautiful Barbara Millicent Roberts, better known by her mononym Barbie: Her fashionable proportions, beloved by young girls throughout the world, are unrealistic to the point of being virtually impossible for humans to attain.

Jul 21 22July 21, 2022

Article at Quartz

Opinion: This movie's Asian American metaphor is a message to the not-so-United States

Jeff Yang is a research director for the Institute for the Future and the head of their Digital Intelligence Lab. A frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, he co-hosts the podcast "They Call Us Bruce," and is co-author of the new book "RISE: A Pop…

Apr 21 22April 21, 2022

Article at CNN

The future of digital art doesn't have to be paved with troll memes and trash

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's bestselling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is co-author of…

Nov 13 21November 13, 2021

Article at CNN

The Republicans' new go-to election strategy is 0 for 2

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's bestselling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is co-author of…

Sep 15 21September 15, 2021

Article at CNN

The ‘Black-Asian Conflict’ Is a Problematic Trope — and It’s Time to End It

The ‘Black-Asian Conflict’ Is a Problematic Trope — and It’s Time to End It Efforts to direct Asian American anger at the Black community are rooted in White establishment anxiety 5 hours ago·7 min read There’s a familiar sequence on social media…

May 17 21May 17, 2021

Article at Medium

A $300 million investment that would mean everything to my community

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's bestselling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is the editor…

Mar 23 21March 23, 2021

Article at CNN

What was wrong -- and right -- about the Grammys

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's bestselling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is the editor…

Mar 16 21March 16, 2021

Article at CNN

The trailblazing doctor who invented the face mask

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's bestselling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is the editor…

Mar 10 21March 10, 2021

Article at CNN

Notorious Hollywood classics seen in a brand new way

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's best-selling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is the editor…

Mar 09 21March 09, 2021

Article at CNN

Louise Linton's Valentine to herself

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's best-selling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is the editor…

Feb 13 21February 13, 2021

Article at CNN

The greatest gift Alex Trebek left us

Jeff Yang is a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, a featured writer for Quartz and other publications, and the co-host of the podcast "They Call Us Bruce." He co-wrote Jackie Chan's best-selling autobiography, "I Am Jackie Chan," and is the editor…

Nov 09 20November 09, 2020

Article at CNN

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