The first episode of our season features a humorous and inspiring fireside chat with JoAnne “JO” Bass, the former 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force. She has the distinction of being the first woman to hold the highest senior enlisted rank in any U.S. military branch, as well as the first person of Asian American descent to hold the highest senior enlisted position in the Air Force.

The second episode of our season features a lively and insightful conversation with award-winning Korean American culinary pioneers Beverly Kim and Danny Lee, moderated by celebrity chef and author Edward Lee. Recorded live at the National Museum of Art, this is more than a conversation about food—it’s a powerful dialogue about representation, creativity, and the evolving voice of Koreans in America.

In Episode 3, we sit down with pastor, author, and social innovator Dave Gibbons for a powerful conversation inspired by his new memoir, The Shape of My Eyes: A Memoir of Race, Faith, and Finding Myself. He shares his journey from trauma and estrangement to healing and purpose, offering insight for anyone navigating pain, searching for belonging, or striving to live authentically in an ever-changing world.

This episode of the Korean American Perspectives podcast features Raymond John, CEO and founder of 12 Plus, a nonprofit organization committed to increasing educational equity by transforming school culture and supporting students beyond high school. Listen and be inspired by his dynamic and innovative effort to open the doors of possibility for thousands of underserved young people in Pennsylvania.

In this episode, venture investor and AI visionary Songyee Yoon shares insights from her career at the forefront of frontier technologies, strategic investing, and global innovation. Moderated by CKA Board members Lisa Yang and Catharina Min, the conversation explores her leadership in AI, her philosophy on “play” as a catalyst for creativity, and her role shaping the future of tech policy and ethics.

This episode features a far-ranging dialogue with Renaissance Man Eddie Ahn, Executive Director at Brightline Defense, artist, and writer of the national bestselling graphic novel Advocate. Mr. Ahn sits down with CKA Executive Director Abraham Kim to discuss his passion for graphic storytelling, his experiences leading an environmental nonprofit, and the impact of his work with underserved communities.