Blue Scholars co-founder “Kuya Geo” on the push-pull of assimilation and heritage — and how it differs by immigrant generation.
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What are the cultural differences between first, second and third generations of immigrants?
In this episode of our Kuya GEO series, Blue Scholars co-founder George “Geo” Quibuyen reflects on his Filipino heritage and the generational push-pull between assimilating into American culture and holding on to one’s cultural traditions.
Kuya: A Filipino term used as a sign of respect for an older male relative such as a brother, cousin or family friend.
Aileen Imperial is a multimedia and documentary producer with a commitment to thoughtful observation and engagement. Her work has aired nationally on the PBS American Masters series, the PBS
Aileen Imperial is a multimedia and documentary producer with a commitment to thoughtful observation and engagement. Her work has aired nationally on the PBS American Masters series, the PBS
