Saturday, December 21

Interviews

The Asian American community may not be known for the most progressive views on recreational marijuana, but that didn’t stop Lisa Angulo Reid from launching her cannabis gummy business in 2023.
Dear Flor gummies, which are 100% vegan and infused with authentic Filipino flavors — such as ube (purple yam), calamansi (lime) and buko (coconut) pandan — have proven to be wildly popular. Around 85% of their products sold out in less than three weeks after their launch in three MedMen stores in California last October.

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Kate Lee Moran, a filmmaker and comedian, grew up feeling isolated as a Korean adoptee before entering the world of comedy. She had conflicts with her classmates while growing up in Buffalo, New York. Moran found solace and strength in performing arts, leading her to express herself more fully. Although she initially focused on acting and comedy, she later shifted to producing and directing to elevate the voices of marginalized groups.

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