S1E3 - A Letter to Hmong Queer Siblings: A Conversation with Seng

This week on Letters Tou Mai Podcast (LTM), we're joined by the Seng! Let's explore their Letter That Speaks and Story That Heals.

In this episode of 'Letters Tou Mai Podcast', host Xai interviews Seng Xiong, a queer Hmong American advocate, who shares his journey of self-discovery, the importance of community, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals within the Hmong culture. The conversation delves into themes of vulnerability, identity, and the healing power of storytelling. Seng dedicates a letter to his LGBTQ+ community, emphasizing the significance of love, acceptance, and the reclamation of one's identity.

The discussion also touches on the impact of grief and loss in shaping personal narratives and the importance of creating supportive spaces for healing. In this conversation, Seng discusses the importance of community support in navigating grief, the challenges faced in education and financial struggles, and the aspirations for cultural advocacy within the Hmong LGBTQ+ community. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of self-discovery, the journey through education, and the need for collective healing and celebration of identity.

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PODCAST DESCRIPTION:

In a world dominated by digital screens & instant gratification, there is an increasing divide in our human connections and difficulties expressing our vulnerabilities. Letters Tou Mai Podcast explores the tapestry of storytelling by transforming written [analog] letters in tou spoken words.

Podcast Host, Xai /Sai/ interviews courageous guests as they dedicate their letters tou a loved one showcasing vulnerability through their:

PAST EXPERIENCE:

PRESENT REALITIES:

FUTURE ASPIRATIONS:

WISDOM-SHARING:

HOST (About me)

Xai /Sai/ (He, Him, His) is a first-generation Hmong American man, social worker, and community/Union organizer with over 12 years of experience. Xai is passionate about building community through storytelling, self-expression, and the importance of affinity with their human counterpart.. Xai believes each generation builds upon the next and seeks to uplift the Next G3N (Generation). Xai is a child of Hmong refugees who came here from Laos and has lived in New York City for over 10 years. Xai enjoys biking and checking off his Wanderlust.