Vic Armstrong
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Asian in America with Richard Lui
Asian in America with Richard Lui
Asian in America with Richard Lui
Monday 16th December 2024
Richard Lui shares his journey from high school struggles to becoming a pioneering journalist, discussing mental health, diversity, and selflessness.
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Episode Overview
- Richard Lui discusses his journey from struggling in high school to becoming a pioneering journalist.
- The episode highlights the cultural challenges faced by Asian Americans.
- Richard shares personal experiences with mental health and bullying.
- Insights into the importance of selflessness and caregiving.
- The conversation covers equity, diversity, and mental health support for marginalized communities.
We fit into millions of buckets, if you will, if you allow that, if you want to use that concept.
In this episode of Strong Talk, host Vic Armstrong chats with MSNBC and NBC News journalist Richard Lui about his experiences growing up as an Asian American in the United States. Richard shares his journey from almost flunking out of high school to becoming the first Asian American male to anchor a daily national cable news show.
He opens up about the cultural challenges he faced, including dealing with undiagnosed mental stress, and the impact of being bullied as a young Asian teen. Richard's story is not just about overcoming obstacles but also about understanding the complexities of identity and mental health in a diverse society. He discusses his book, 'Enough About Me: The Unexpected Power of Selflessness', and how his personal experiences shaped his views on selflessness and caregiving.
The conversation also touches on the broader issues of equity, diversity, and the importance of mental health support for marginalized communities. Richard's candid reflections offer valuable insights into the struggles and triumphs of navigating a complex cultural landscape. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, diversity, and the power of selflessness.