The OG YOLK GenerAsian Next Podcast

Hosted by Actor/Writer/former YOLK Editor-in-Chief Larry Tazuma and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Created by the founding members of YOLK Magazine, originally started in 1994 by Tommy Tam, Amy Tu Stevenson and Tin Yen. The OG YOLK mission is through our programming - the podcast serves the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond.

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Tuesday Feb 24, 2026

A single mom in various stages of her life, she took her two kids from Vietnam during the war in 1975 to America. ROSEMARY TRAN LAUER survived with welfare and some people in her life watching her kids while she looked for work. Before becoming a commercial realtor, Rosemary founded Devotion To Children, a 501(c)3 non profit organization, in 1994 to help provide access to high-quality educational and childcare programs for children under six from economically disadvantaged families. To date, DTC has helped raised several hundred thousands of dollars to help improve the lives of young children and their families throughout the region. In 2013, Rosemary released her memoir "Beggars or Angels", and had all the proceeds go to help her cause at Devotion to Children. In 2015, Rosemary became the Owner and President of both Tetra Global Real Estate, LLC & The Tetra Partnerships.
The podcast serves the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond. OG YOLK Podcast is created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, this episode hosted by Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Thank you to Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, and @sommertimecasting

Monday Feb 09, 2026

**3rd interview for OG YOLK that same day, saving the best for last! To skip to treatment time 13:45!
Thank you to  @Mask_Marie  and GLORIA LEE for coming to our podcast and showing our audience the After then Before of skincare treatment! Most other skincare videos I've seen, always shows the application of skincare and then their face all made up. I admire Gloria for the natural way she takes care of her skin with products that she uses that mature women like me can relate too. It's also for younger women to view this for their moms, grandmothers and friends. Who doesn't want to show their friend another skincare option of K-Beauty products? www.maskmarie.com transformative skincare The Mask Marie story begins in sunny Los Angeles, inspired by the vibrant energy of the city and a deep love for Korean skincare. Founded by two Korean-American moms, SILNA KIM and GLORIA LEE, we set out to make K-beauty feel effortless, blending the cutting-edge innovation of Korean skincare with LA’s chill, sun-kissed vibes. **Mature lady Sommer from OG YOLK has separate video of her using the skincare plan that Gloria selected for her! If you need to see that, please do. The podcast serves the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond. OG YOLK Podcast hosts are former Editors Larry Tazuma, Alex Luu and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, originally started in 1994 by Tommy Tam, Amy Tu Stevenson, Larry Tazuma and Tin Yen. Thank you to Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @ltgoto, @alexmos98 our @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Monday Feb 09, 2026

Photo credit by Anthony Harvey. MIYAVI is the Japanese singer-songwriter, guitarist, record producer & actor. His music career began in 1999 w/ the Visual Kei band Dué le Quartz. Miyavi debuted as a solo artist in 2002, known as the "samurai guitarist". His Hollywood acting career began with Unbroken in 2014 directed by Angelina Jolie.
As Nakamura, he is one of the main obstacles that are in the way of the 2 heroes of the Wrecking Crew movie directed by "Blue Beetle" Director ANGEL MANUEL SOTO.  Starring with Dave Bautista, Jason Momoa, Morena Baccarin, Jacob Batalon and Stephen Root. Now on Prime Video.
The podcast serves the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond. OG YOLK Podcast hosts are Actor/Writer former YOLK Editor-in-Chief Larry Tazuma and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Thank you to Team Tremendous PR, Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @ltgoto, our sponsor Mobotory, additional thanks to @sommertimecasting and intro/outro music by @Pariswangofficial on Instagram.

Monday Jan 26, 2026

part 3 of 3 - Directed by KAYO HATTA, the production and cast recall how they went to Sundance Festival and MiraMax released their film. Starring YOUKI KUDO, AKIRA TAKAYAMA, TAMLYN TOMITA, the late CARY-HIROYUKI TAGAWA and with TOSHIRO MIFUNE. We talk with TAMLYN, LISA ONODERA, the passionate Producer and the talented DP, CLAUDIO ROCHA. Watch & hear their indomitable dedication to make this incredible story based off their brave moms, grandmothers, and great grandmothers being sent over under deceptive intentions as Picture Brides to a bunch of plantation men working in Hawaii.
Created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, we serve the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond. OG YOLK Podcast hosted by Actor/Writer former YOLK Editor-in-Chief Alex Luu and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Thank you to @alex98mos team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @ltgoto, @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Monday Jan 26, 2026

Press interview: Film written by JONATHAN TROPPER (‘The Adam Project’), the film stars Jason Momoa (‘Aquaman’), Dave Bautista (‘Guardians of the Galaxy’), Morena Baccarin (‘Deadpool’), Jacob Batalon (‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’), and Stephen Root (‘Office Space’). Directed by ÁNGEL MANUEL SOTO, film to be released Jan. 28 on Prime Video.
In this action comedy, two estranged half-brothers, Jonny (Jason Momoa) and James (Dave Bautista) are forced to reunite after their father’s mysterious death. As they set out to uncover the truth, buried secrets resurface and loyalties are tested, unveiling a conspiracy that can tear their family apart.  Together, they are ready to WRECK anything that gets in their way.  Set in the streets of Hawaii, and also stars Claes Bang!
Created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, we serve the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond.
OG YOLK Podcast hosts are Actor/Writer former YOLK Editor-in-Chief Larry Tazuma, Alex Luu and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen.
Thank you to Ashley & Kylie from Tremendous PR, @ltgoto @alex98mos team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @ltgoto, @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Monday Jan 26, 2026

part 1 of 3 - Directed by KAYO HATTA, the production and cast recall how making a indie film breaking barriers in original story telling, asian cast and becoming the classic that it is, was a miracle in the making! Starring YUKI KUDO, AKIRA TAKAYAMA, TAMLYN TOMITA, the late CARY-HIROYUKI TAGAWA and with TOSHIRO MIFUNE. We talk with TAMLYN, LISA ONODERA, the passionate Producer and the talented DP, CLAUDIO ROCHA. Watch & hear their indomitable dedication to make this incredible story based off their brave moms, grandmothers, and great grandmothers being sent over under deceptive intentions as Picture Brides to a bunch of plantation men working in Hawaii.
Created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, we serve the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond. OG YOLK Podcast hosted by Actor/Writer former YOLK Editor-in-Chief Alex Luu and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Thank you to @alex98mos team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @ltgoto, @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Sunday Jan 25, 2026

Check out what happened 30 years ago, when they needed to finish the shots during a hurricane and complete pickup shots months later! Please follow, thank you!
The podcast serves the community by uplifting the inspiring voices that reshape our world through fairness and shared access in the arts, business, and beyond.
Thank you to @thetamlyntomita @onoderalisa @alexmos98 Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @ltgoto, Mobotory @avidbeing @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Wednesday Jan 21, 2026

We welcome TARIK HEITMANN, his first interview with any podcaster!! Manager to Mandalorian & Ahsoka Actor Diana Lee Inosanto, Emmy Series Director Jane Wu, Into the Badlands 2nd Unit Director Andy Cheng and many others. See what managers do beyond agents duties and how much time it takes to build a pitch to take on a new client he loves and admires. He was raised in Hamburg, Germany, and a graduate of UCLA. Tarik currently is owner to the new LA Upstairs Comedy Club, a Partner/Manager of Kinetic Media Partner and prior to being a manager, was a former agent in ICM Partners, one of Hollywood's preeminent talent agencies working with international directors, writers and IP holders. He now represents many clients in both the live action and animation community.
OG YOLK Podcast Guest hosted by film Producer/Director ROCKY JO and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine. The OG YOLK mission - through our grass roots programming, we focus attention to individuals who are fearless in their contributions to affect society in the best beneficial, equitable path in the Arts, Entertainment, Business, and other occupations and organizations. Thank you to Tarik Heitmann, Patrick Lee, Rocky Jo from Entertainment Hot Sauce and http://www.rockyjo.com, Larry Tazuma, Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editor CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & audio editor @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Thursday Dec 11, 2025

CAROL LIN is an American former journalist, best known as the FIRST national television news anchor to report on the September 11 attacks, reporting for CNN, at 8:49 a.m. on the day of the attacks. Lin previously worked as a reporter for ABC News and reported for NPR. Now an author for her new book WHEN NEWS BREAKS, now out for sale! - 2025 ThirdRailPress.
OG YOLK Generasian Next, hosts former YOLK Writer Barbara Chen and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Barbara is an independent consultant and writer in New York who has held major communications roles at the NYPD, Bloomberg Philanthropies and Columbia University.
OG YOLK was created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, originally started in 1994. The OG YOLK mission - through our grass roots programming, we focus attention to individuals who are fearless in their contributions to affect society in the best beneficial, equitable path in the Arts, Entertainment, Business, and other occupations and organizations. Thank you to Carol Lin, Barbara Chen, Jen Thym, Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

Saturday Dec 06, 2025

JANE WU talks with OG YOLK about how she learned her storyborading skills on the way based on her strong skillset drawing fashion design! Then directing one of the best animation series of all time. Her juggling her work life, personal life and bread making life. Jane has also been waiting for her SwordMaster, not her prince, to make her own sword. Calling all the SwordMasters to make her a sword!
OG YOLK, hosts are Actor/Writer former YOLK Editor-in-Chief Larry Tazuma and Producer/Casting Director Sommer Nguyen. Created by the founding members of the original YOLK Magazine, originally started in 1994. The OG YOLK mission - through our grass roots programming, we focus attention to individuals who are fearless in their contributions to affect society in the best beneficial, equitable path in the Arts, Entertainment, Business, and other occupations and organizations.
Thank you to JANE WU, Justine Chang, Christopher Sean, Patrick Lee, Team @ogyolkpodcast, @ogyolkmagazine, our Editors CJ Bautista @undersiege360 & @Campbellmoon_ Jung, our sponsors Venerable Injury Law Alex Tsao, Mike Azagra, @sommertimecasting and @Pariswangofficial

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