Almost Asian Almost American
ABOUT US
The Women Behind the Words
The female Asian American narrative has been underrepresented in the media and the blogosphere for far too long - we want to help change that. Almost Asian Almost American explores our identities as first-generation Asian American women straddling multiple worlds that coexist but often conflict. Our experiences are political by virtue of our identities, which touch every part of our lives - from food and entertainment, to beauty and travel.
JOY GONZALES
Blogger
Joy is a high-functioning introvert who is partial to two and a half hour naps. She can be spotted at her desk crying at moving slam poetry videos or at happy wedding proposals. Joy is Filipino American but is still questioning the American part thanks to the Los Angeles Filipino enclave her parents raised her in.
ALI "THUY" TRAN
Blogger
Thuy is a Vietnamese American from New England who goes by Ali or Alexandra to the public except with close friends or family. An avid fan of stories onscreen and on paper, she is known as the science fiction/superhero fan of any friend group. She also enjoys diverse pursuits such as writing, archery, and advocating for Asian American representation in entertainment.
ANGELA NG
Blogger
Angela is a half-Filipino half-Singaporean Chinese person trying to figure out her place in both her parents’ countries and in her own. She enjoys sharp commentary, listening to songs that make her cry, and being the “mom friend”.
AUBREY MANAHAN
Blogger
Aubrey is an ENFJ Sagittarius snowflake from Southern California. Can usually be found geeking out, preparing for a zombie apocalypse, eating pretty much everything, and/or randomly posing in front of objects. She also occasionally writes.