A message from the kids...

According to one of the comments on the video's page this is actually a Malaysian ad to promote national unity and reduce racial tension amongst the Chinese and Malaysian people.

Doesn't that just brighten your day?!

If not, you can go to hell you cold-hearted monster ^_^

Kids, now those are some peeps who know about peace. Not a care in the world and completely innocent- the perfect choice to deliver this message. Sometimes we get too mixed up in our daily lives to remember what makes us human.

quoted from
"The Little Prince"

All grown ups were children first (but few remember it). m00g00.

***thanks for the tip Lisa!

Parkour's "Monkey King"

Not gonna lie. I was extremely tempted to never write another article again just to keep Dichen's picture and post at the top of the page, (the site looks so nice with it there!) but the show must go on especially for...

"The Indian Monkey King"

The guy in this video is a self taught practitioner of the sport "Parkour" aka jumping and climbing in a Spider-man like fashion. They got his whole story in the video. Apparently, he wants to teach kids to get his country world-renowned in the sport. An Asian with bizarre skills and a heart of gold!

Spidey-sense is tingling. m00g00.

***thanks for the tip Reza!

Doll of your dreams

If you are not watching Fox's show Dollhouse...Start. Now. At least just watch to see the lovely Dichen Lachman! (above)

If you know Joss Whedon's stuff- Dollhouse is right up there with Buffy and Astonishing X-Men. Still not convinced? How about a show that has to do with a large corporation where you can hire "dolls" that can have any personality programmed in them to accomplish any task you're willing to pay for. Anything from espionage to rescue missions or just a night of fun you'll never forget. Did I mention the rogue doll who's on the loose and has already massacred numerous people?

Dichen plays the role of Sierra, one of the dolls in the dollhouse. The dolls are actual people who had their minds wiped (supposedly) and are now under contract of the "house". Like the others, her past is vaguely explained and we are not sure as to why she decided to become a doll. Yes, it is voluntary (supposedly). Sierra gets to be all types of fun characters though, like bank robber extraordinaire Taffy. Watch her kick some ass and you'll fall in love.

Dichen is of Australian and Tibetan decent (hooray for hybrids!) and was a soap star in Australia before she got her stint on Dollhouse. She is gaining a lot of popularity and will hopefully make a big name for herself along with the show.

Dollhouse Season 2 premieres September 25th at 9/8c so check it out! A link to the season one dvd is at the bottom of the page.

If you want to get more info on Dichen try this currently updating fan page: http://dichenlachman.org/

This is one case where playing with dolls is "a-ok". m00g00.

America's Best Dance Crew Team's Announced-s/o 2 Fr3sh Dance Company

The Crew List

Jersey Pride! Good luck to Fr3sh reppin' the East Coast dance crews.

Debbie Lee contestant on "The Next Food Network Star" just misses the final two

Debbie is a contestant on "The Next Food Network Star" who fuses Korean and Southern cooking styles. I honestly had my money on Debbie winning before she got kicked off. Why?

Because Debbie has a flair to her. She cooked well. She had an interesting approach with the fusion of two tastes, and she represented a side that Food Network has failed to properly portray- Asian cooking and culture. She may not be the best reality TV contestant, but she has a great concept and the skills behind her to do something with it.

Food Network in my opinion is trying too much to be like MTV. It used to be about cooking and now its got this reality TV spin on it. (And I don't like it!) They used to have the real Iron Chef and now they have Iron Chef: America (which blows). I don't know if my boys Martin Yan or Ming Tsai were ever on Food Network, but as far back as I can remember they weren't. The audience of Food Network, perhaps, is just not diverse enough yet.

The final two breakdown: Melissa is just way to frantic (who represents the home cook) and cliché. Jeffrey looks like he should be in a folk band, and is kind of boring. But hey, as with most reality TV shows, it isn't always the winner who ends up getting the best gig or becoming the most popular. Melissa is better than Jeffrey though- IMO.

Best of luck to Debbie in the future and to hopefully keep spreading the lovely joy of fusion Asian cooking (we'll be getting the whole world to eat noodles eventually!)

Seoul to Soul! m00g00.

Sinh Tho Nguyen walks across America

Some of you may be wondering who Mr. Nguyen is. He is not a movie star or music artist. He is just a man with drive, desire, and determination who has a goal set and a purpose behind it.

"I owe to America so much, and I don't have any talent at all," Nguyen said. "I have two legs and a heart. So I decided to walk across America to give thanks to her." -Nguyen

It's hard for me to imagine having that type of patriotism. He doesn't necessarily fit the "look" as to what most believe is an "American". Maybe because I know that- that's why I don't care as much. Maybe thats why so many minorities feel separated or non-American (even if they were born here). They figure the odds are against them, but they can still get their piece of the pieeven if they are not given credit as part of the group. I think America to a lot of people, has become a tool rather than a home, even today.

How many people really think about how patriotic they are? Half the time it seems the news or media is disagreeing with America's decisions. But why can't we always feel united? What makes John Smith more American then Nguyen?

I think what makes this special is that our view of American is often so clouded. Nguyen is an Army and National Guard veteran. He loves America. He is walking across it in memory of those who served.

It's poetic. It's powerful. It's humbling.

And it doesn't matter what color you are to feel that. If you live here you are in debt to feel that way. And I'm glad an Asian can show our country that we can feel this type of respect and honor as well.

Carry the flag Sinh Tho Nguyen. m00g00.

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Who would kick Conan O' Brien's ass?! Steven Ho that's who!

In case you missed these...This is Steven Ho.

I was quite a big fan of Conan O'Brien and his show before, but now I'm a big fan of Steven Ho as well. They have this funny chemistry. Maybe that's why he is the first repeat guest since Conan took over The Tonight Show.

Basically, Steven gives Conan a taste of stuntman work with martial arts and props and then hilarity ensues.

Steven Ho is an accomplished martial artist known for his work in various films and with stars like Jet Li, Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, and company-see here. Ho has had a career of much reach including teaching of the arts, stunt work, directing, acting, and interior design. Wait what?

PlushHome.

Ho has taken the behind the scenes role of Hollywood and rose past it to become a name of front-man caliber. Another Asian who is just the best at what they do.

Tonight Show regular? m00g00.

The Karate Kid remake?!

The Kung Fu Kid

Yep, a remake of the Karate Kid with Will Smith's son as the 'kid' and Jackie Chan as the 'miyagi'. Could be pretty sweet...I mean, Jackie Chan has made some pretty appealing movies that have universal humor and appeal to them. I just hope in the film there are not cliché asian stereotypes running around and actual puts our culture in good light. I mean for the 80's the Karate Kid made kung fu cool.

Get him a body bag! m00g00.

Asian whirlwind!

Breakdancing is pretty hard and this kid is...AMAZING!

When I was about yay big...I was such a waste of life. I couldn't do cool stuff like that! I was off watching Power Rangers or something...

At least its not gymnastics! m00g00.

Asian girls and interracial relationships

An oldie, but goodie. On my mind today, on the loveliest of days, a still plaguing question...Why is it that Asian girls can be paired up with every color of the skittles rainbow, but we Asian dudes can't?

Are we just not as appealing?

Is it society that boosts the value of the Asian woman?

If this is so is it a self depreciating reason as to why Asian woman are appealing like meekness?

I mean think of all the universally accepted sexy Asian woman out there? An endless list and it wouldn't take an Asian to write it, BUT a sexiest Asian male list? I would probably have to write that and post it up myself...

Wong Fu Productions released one of the most truthful and all-encompassing summaries of our struggle as Asian dudes. Today they run their own t-shirt and online production company. I'm sure now they have less girl problems ;) Thanks for giving our cries of help a voice! Very cool stuff indeed.

Asian males need love to. m00g00.

Judy Chu first Asian American woman elected to Congress

The first Asian American woman elected into congress ay? Lovely! 

Chu is a representative of California. She was able to obtain much of her support by being able to communicate cross culturally with all types of people. She represents a voice for the little people!

A large stride for both Asians and women (and the combination), Chu must expect a lot to be on her plate in the future. Apparently Barack's got her back though! Check this out.

Chu clan for the win! m00g00.

Rinku Singh-first MLB player born in India to pitch a win

For once some SOUTH love in sports!

It's true. Our south brothas haven't really gotten much chance to delve into our sports world, but this is a good start!

Singh came from humble beginnings. He was actually 1 of 2 winners on the Indian realty TV show "The Million Dollar Arm" where he beat out 37,000 contestants throwing the fastest pitch. After winning 100k from the show and riding the new found buzz over to the states he, along with runner up Dinesh Patel, were eventually signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates. 

And his first game was a winner. 

A Million dollar movement? m00g00.

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The dancing prisoners are back! Tribute to the "King of Pop"

Some of you may have seen their original stint, but these wacky Filipino prisoners are at it again with a tribute to Michael Jackson of a whole nother level.

MJ masterpiece! m00g00.

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Modern day underground railroad situation-North Korea: Mike Kim carries the torch

North Korea sucks.

And that's why people have to escape from there. Hence, Mike Kim's book "Escaping North Korea", a first hand look into the struggles of the people of North Korea with famine, sex trafficking, and torture, as well as the journey many have taken in search of freedom to China.

The man drops his business, status, and comfort here in the states to become an insider on the issues facing an Asian people - one word- heroic. He now advocates awareness on North Korea through his book and many public appearances.

Check him out on the Daily Show.

Lead the way Mike. m00g00.

Asian Arnold: Kris Dim

"Get to the Choppah!"

For those aspiring to be the Governator (his past self), but always thinking it was never possible for an Asian to be a jacked as hell, meet Kris Dim. He is a Cambodian body builder who has been one of the few Asians in the biz. He has been on covers of magazines and placed in numerous contests.

Body building, the little that I know about it, is a feat of both mental and physical focus. It requires a thirst for perfection. Someone whose willing to push that extra step(rep) to get to the next level. Admirable to say the least, but to also be crushing our cliche' of weakness and meekness? He's like an Asian t-800 here to save the day!

Muscles moving mountains. m00g00.

Asian Mentos Commercial

So I was thinking about the direction of m00g00 the other day and...so far it has been an Asian Pride site with a lot of big name Asians paving the way and reppin hard. But I'm supposed to be sharing, as our tagline says, "cool stuff Asians do". Regardless of status or celebrity: Anything cool Asians do I should be sharing. So I will continue the bios of the Asians of the day and I will continue the news of any awesome stuff we Asians have done, but I will also look out for the little people. Any cool videos I see. Anything you guys send me that I think is cool enough to highlight will be featured. So if you are an aspiring film maker or you heard a cool song by an indie Asian band or a business owned by Asians- WHATEVER it is we will do our best to feature it. Just let me know!

Anyway its Friday. Its the end of the week. And that's fun. Lets have a fun entry. Someone link me to this commercial some Asian kids made that I thought was hilarious so I'm sharing it with you guys. If you do cool stuff like this you can be on m00g00 too! For the little people!

Mentos commercials were never this good! m00g00.

Kal Penn and Obama- The Dynamic Duo!

You may know Kal Penn from his stint on House or more notably the cult classic film Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, but maybe its time to rethink him as Obama's right hand man! Well, not exactly. Kal has recently started his job working for Obama as a liaison to the Asian communities.

Kal, now going by his birth name Kalpen Modi for his white house position, is a much needed cultural and generational repsenative for the young Asian community. Obama is strategic in choosing a well-liked actor of our community to help his Asian awareness needs. Let's just hope he doesnt make any more "short" jokes about us with Kal around.

From White Castle to the White House! m00g00.

Former hot dog eating champ Kobayashi needs to get his groove back

Sports dynasties of our time:

The Boston Celtics...

The New York Yankees...

The New England Patriots...

Takeru Kobayashi. Competitive eating is Kobayashi's court.

Kobayashi does this 'move' when he eats dubbed the "Kobayashi Shake" that helps him (supposedly) move more food into his stomach. This is just some of the flair that makes Kobayashi a fan favorite professional eater. Yet, like our title suggests, Kobayashi like Stella, needs to get that "groove" back. I guess I'm a little late on reporting the results of this past 4th of July's contest because, quite frankly, the contest is no fun to watch anymore since Kobyashi has lost the past three events to Joey Chestnut. Boo.

Takeru Kobayashi (above) won the Nathan's 4th of July Hot Dog eating contest 6 years in a row starting in 2001. The guy can eat about 50-60 hotdogs in the 12 minute limit of the event.

Yet, Kobayashi's 6 wins in a row is still a staggering feat to topple. Kobayashi is probably the most well known face to the world of competitive eating. This is partially due to his shock value when he first came on to the scene.

Nobody knew who this tiny (at the time) lanky japanese kid entering the Nathans contest was, until he stole (doubling the previous years record) the championship belt away from American eaters. Not only did he not fit the look of a competitive eater, but he was Japanese. He clearly showed to be on a whole 'nother level when it came to eating capacity compared to the eaters from the states.

From that point on Kobayashi dominated eating contests all over the world and quickly became the face of the sport. People were astounded by his skill to eat and he became a showman of radical sorts- Kobayashi VS. Bear

Now it might seem stupid to assume someone can beat a bear in an eating contest, but it was the fact that no one thought this type of eating ability was even possible before Kobayashi. We celebrated him to an almost superhuman standard. An asian was feared by his fellow competitors- A first, I would say in a long time, since maybe a street fight with Bruce Lee.

Iconic!

There was a sense of patriotism fueling the urge to topple this godzilla of an eater. A non-american was flourishing at a very American thing (stuffing hotdogs down their throats) away from them. This was a contest that took place at a very American location, Coney Island, and a foreigner was winning.

But we are a people of originals.

You switch a band member on us- You're dead.

You have a sequel without our favorite actor-Flop in the box office.

Kobayashi will always be the first powerhouse competitive eater of our time.

Asian dominance in a sport other than ping pong?

I'll take it!

Bring back the belt in 2010 Kobayashi! m00g00

Islamic comic heroes soon to join Batman and Superman?!

I'm a HUGE comic book fanboy. Just want to throw that out there for any potential ladies who be crushin' on your daily m00g00 author. Shattered dreams.

So today's news has to do with comics at the international level. Comic superheroes are some of the most recognizable icons in the world. The mythology is universal. All cultures have "superman's"-gods and goddesses in folk lore and even religion. Now take all these ideas and combine it into one comic series. You would get: The Ninety Nine

Above is Dr. Naif Al-Mutaw, creator of "The 99" comic series, a comic book based on the 99 attributes of Allah. Teshkeel comics, Al-Mutaw's publishing company, is responsible for bringing the comic medium to the Arab world. The 99 being its most famous publication has religious roots, but appeals to universal virtues as each character comes from a different country and has no distinct religious affiliation. Think the Avengers except with 99 members. Wicked.

This comic has a lot to be proud of. Bringing a foundation of virtue into a comic series. Bringing a medium of entertainment unfamiliar to many regions of the world until now. And now a cross cultural cameo between American heroes and their Islamic counterparts. 

DC comics has announced a mini-series to be launched featuring the 99 cast meeting DC characters.

Dr. Naif Al-Mutaw has said that the comic book aims at teaching its readers through the diversity of its characters the value of teamwork and tolerance. For two parts of the world seen mostly to have conflict, the collaboration can be seen as a step towards this tolerance. A metaphor of peace. 

With great power comes great responsibility.  m00g00.

Jim Yong Kim, first Asian American president of an Ivy League school

The title really says it all. Jim Yong Kim will become the next president of Dartmouth.

m00g00 thus far, has been a really fun site to run. But when you think about pioneers- news like this is really what we Asians should embrace. The first Asian American president of an Ivy League school...killer stuff.

Yet, no accomplishment ever comes easy, as Kim received racist emails on the initial announcement of his presidency >:O

Check out the email drama and other info at our helpful link from angryasianman.com

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The man has faced adversity and is stepping up to carry the hopes and dreams of a prestigious school on his shoulders. Kim has been a leader in the fight against HIV/AIDS and other diseases, which I'm sure will make him well qualified not only to run the school, but to inspire and make change in the world today.

President of Darthmouth.

Set a precedent.

Next...the white house!

Changes, That's just the way it is. m00g00.