Between Nasi Goreng and Fried Rice
Between Nasi Goreng and Fried Rice
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Eleanor Lisney (Thoe Chooi Wah) writer and cultural leader, embarks on a journey exploring identity. Her own, and with guests who share her East and South-East Asian Identity. Diving deeper, and exploring the intersections of being disabled, a woman and LGBTQ+.
Being from the East, by heritage and adopted by Western Cultures. How do we adapt and negotiate? We get packaged together, but like an onion we can get to the different layers. eleanorlisney.substack.com
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The podcast dives into topics including identity, disability, gender, and cultural heritage, with episodes discussing concepts such as 'balik kampung' in relation to LGBTQ+ experiences and motherhood in multicultural contexts. Each episode explores the intersections of being disabled and part of the East and South-East Asian diaspora, exemplified in conversations with guests like David Kam and Bonnie Chui.
Eleanor Lisney (Thoe Chooi Wah) writer and cultural leader, embarks on a journey exploring identity. Her own, and with guests who share her East and South-East Asian Identity. Diving deeper, and exploring the intersections of being disabled, a woman and LGBTQ+.
Being from the East, by heritage and adopted by Western Cultures. How do we adapt and negotiate? We get packaged together, but like an onion we can get to the different layers.
Between Nasi Goreng and Fried Rice this week is James Lee.
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James and I first met at the House of Commons during a campaign to ratify the Istanbul Convention. Since then James’ career has taken him from being a trustee at Muscular Dystrophy UK, City Bridge Trust to his current role as director at Publica, an urban design practice.
We delved into the intersectionality of race and disability, noting the rise in violence against East and Southeast Asians during COVID-19. We discussed the complexities of addressing racism, disablism, and economic inequality in London and other cities.
James shared his experiences as a parent discussing racism with his children and the challenges of accessibility within his community. We also reflected on the privileges and challenges of living in London, highlighting economic disparities and the impact of classism.
The recent announcement that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering scrapping tax breaks for Motability scheme users as part of a £1 billion budget cut is a move that could severely impact the lives of many disabled individuals in the UK. This scheme is not just about cars; it’s about providing independence and accessibility to those who need it most.
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