More Than a Laugh: Belly Laughs and the Power of Asian American Storytelling

The inaugural Belly Laughs Festival brought over 30 Asian American comedians and a curated lineup of food vendors to L.A. Live for two days of stand-up and soul food. From Margaret Cho to surprise drop-ins, the event delivered something rare: a full celebration of identity, humor, and belonging. Continue reading More Than a Laugh: Belly Laughs and the Power of Asian American Storytelling

Ben L.July 14, 2025July 14, 2025Leave a comment

Interviews

Asif Ali on Comedy, Culture, and Chaos in FX’s ‘Deli Boys’

(This article originally appeared on AwardsFocus.com) Few comedies this year have landed with the kind of tonal confidence and cultural swagger as “Deli Boys,” the FX and Onyx Collective series now streaming on Hulu. Created by Abdullah Saeed and developed with Jenni Konner and Nora Silver, the ten-episode series follows two pampered Pakistani American brothers who are thrust into their late father’s shadowy criminal empire … Continue reading Asif Ali on Comedy, Culture, and Chaos in FX’s ‘Deli Boys’

Ben L.April 8, 2025April 20, 2025Leave a comment