Defining Moments

The Rees Family reflecting on defining moments that have changed their lives and inspired them to make a difference in the lives of others.

My Grandfather

My grandfather tells us about is life. #venadomiddleschool

The Story of a Vanishing Culture

My mother and I talk about her childhood growing up as a Hmong individual that immigrated from Laos. We talk about Hmong culture and what it means to us and the relevance of Hmong today.

Todd and Diane Kennedy, Cancer Journey

Todd Kennedy, a City of Hope cancer patient and his wife of 30 years, Diane, have lived in Orange County for 21 years. They share their cancer journey and why they are so thrilled that City of Hope is expanding...

Tuan Cao STORY Interview

On April 30, 1975, the Vietnam War ended with the nation falling to communism. In this interview, Tuan Cao recounts his experiences living Communist Vietnam and his escape to the United States.

Dad’s Life: Past to Present

My dad talks about his childhood experienced, his life immigrating from the Philippines to the United States, his greatest influence in life, and his advice to future generations.

Always look at the bright side of life

Mike and Supha talking about growing up in different countries, how they met and where Mike’s career taken them

My Mom’s Life

We talked about my family history, many experiences in my mom’s life, and pieces of advice she has for me and the future generations. My Mom’s stories and things she had to say have brought me and her closer. It...

A Legacy of Balance

Growing up in a suburb city like Irvine, I wanted to know how my mother grew up in her hometown of rural Paju and how she became the person who inspires me to this day.

A Peaceful Resistance

Tony elaborates on his Vietnamese Asian-American experience and his journey with Hidden Fest, a platform for creatives to network and grow.

Sharing volunteer experiences for Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center (AASCSC)

Two AASCSC Co-Presidents, Tim Cheng and Jeffrey Wu, share their personal stories as well as volunteer experiences for Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center (AASCSC).

One man’s 100 year history with City of Hope

Jay Steinman shares his family’s connections to helping establish City of Hope, his mother’s own turn as a patient, and his dream for City of Hope Orange County.

From Iran to Irvine: Kaytash Family Story

Kate interviews her husband Behtash about his journey from a child in Iran to becoming a father in Irvine. During the interview, you will hear sounds from their youngest son, Luca, who is 8 months old and enjoying playing in...

The Great Listen (mom)

My mom explains what her early childhood was like being an immigrant coming from the Philippines, raising four kids, and what I was like as a child.