In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8, 2026), this 106th episode of Hearabouts: Asian American Midwest Radio highlights inspiring voices from Bloomington’s AAPI community. One of our producers ~ Teresa Le ~ has diligently researched and compiled together standout moments from three past episodes, featuring women who share their personal stories, heritage, and passions. From navigating intersectional identities to creating community, tune in for rich cultural reflections on how individual experiences drive meaningful, inclusive change across generations.

Hearabouts: Asian American Midwest Radio is produced by Indiana University’s Asian Culture Center in collaboration with WFHB Bloomington Community Radio. The show asks critical questions about identity, culture, community, and belonging, centering the experiences of Asian Americans in the Midwest. This episode was produced and hosted by Suyash Kumar Neupane.

Credits:
Hearabouts Production Team: Melanie Castillo-Cullather (ACC Director),
Suyash Kumar Neupane, and Teresa Le

Archival research and Editing: Teresa Le

Host: Suyash Kumar Neupane