Mika Ellison
NPR intern for It's Been a Minute and Life Kit who discusses Wasian identity and cultural trends, providing research-based context and personal perspective throughout the episode.
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Apr 1, 2026 • 28min
Welcome to 'The Republic of Wasia'
Mika Ellison, an NPR intern who researches Wasian identity, explores the so-called "Wasian winter" and why half-Asian, half-white figures are suddenly in the spotlight. She traces historical, legal and cultural shifts that shaped mixed-Asian visibility. Conversations cover changing labels, social media’s role in reflection and representation on screen, plus debates about centering whiteness versus specificity.
