Martial Arts, Kung Fu Master (師傅) , Yoga Instructor, Political Activist Mai Du was just eight years old when she aspired to learn Kung Fu. Then she became a refugee after the Vietnam war fleeing with her family through Thailand and the Philippines before arriving in America. Today, Mai du is a martial arts instructor, kung fu master and political activist.  What formed her fighting spirit? How did her parents’ survival skills mold her mindset?  Check out our conversation! Music used: Vienna Beat by Blue Dot Sessions Adventure by The Ghost in Your Piano Trophy Endorphins by Andy G Cohen Mountain Monk C by Lobo Loco Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1 - II. Adagio by Daniel Veesey  Stormy Blues by Arne Bang Huseby A Yankees Southern Blues by HoliznaCC0  Only Our Footsteps in the Sand by Mid-Air Machine  One in a Billion Theme Song by Brad McCarthy Photo Credit:  Dat Nguyen

Season 7 Episode #9: "Due to You Guys"

One in a Billion is a podcast about Asian values, culture and society – one person at a time.

We interview Asian writers, producers, entrepreneurs and entertainers about what they do, and what drives their choices and decisions.  Hosted by Mable Chan (former ABC News producer), "One in a Billion" gives the stage to the young and the bold with a voice and a view that is rarely heard. 

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