#171 - Academics sign open letter to Lianhe Zaobao’s article on racism & “Crazy Rich Asians” director Jon Chu apologises

On 9 Jun, Chinese Daily Lianhe Zaobao published an opinion piece on racism in SG after recent events. However, it got a lot of backlash from the intelligentsia of Singapore, resulting in an open letter. But why were they pissed? Elsewhere, John Chu says he should have made brown characters in his “Crazy Rich Asians” film “more human”. But is it just a PR stunt or does he mean it? Find us here!➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES!Here are our one SHIOK things for this week!➤ Raya and the Last Dragon | Official Trailer➤ Battlefield 2042 Official Reveal TrailerPeace! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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