Featuring up close conversations by “next gen” hosts who will explore what the Nisei veterans endured and accomplished to ensure that future generations have the freedom to pursue their dreams and passions.
Episode 1: Kaze Jones and Irene Tsukada Simonian
The kickoff of Living the Nisei Dream features Sierra Katow, Kaze Jones, and Irene Tsukada Simonian exploring how Nisei veterans paved the way for future generations to pursue their dreams, filmed in Little Tokyo with a live post-show discussion.
The premiere of our second episode of Living the Nisei Dream, featuring Alec Nakashima, founder and designer of Japanese American-inspired apparel line, Akashi-Kama. Hosted by Sierra Katow, with Craig Ishii (GFBNEC Board Member) and Emiko Kranz (GFBNEC Torchbearer).
In this Living the Nisei Dream episode, actor Tamlyn Tomita joins host Sierra Katow to reflect on her career, family, and the lasting impact of the Nisei veterans’ legacy, with visits to East West Players and Visual Communications.