ASIAN AMERICA: THE KEN FONG PODCAST

Ken Fong gets to the heart of Asian American culture, history, and spirituality. Through interviews with culture-makers and -shapers in the Asian American community — some you know, others you’ve never heard of before — prepare to laugh, cry, and be amazed.

William Hung was a college student in 2004 when he decided to audition for the “American Idol” televised singing competition. Although his lack of ability was seen by millions, Hung’s positivity seemed to counter the judges’ negativity. Was he faking that for the cameras? Or was he wired in such a way to keep taking risks and learning from his failures for the rest of his life?