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ON AIR SEGMENTS

Segment A-1: Reflections of Escape - Glen Moberg talks with one Hmong man, Chang Yang, about his escape from Laos and how families tried to cross the Mei Kong River. A Wausau area reporter, Keith Uhlig, describes the conditions of a typical refugee camp in Thailand.

Segment A-2: Transitions - Gil Halsted reports on how the first waves of Hmong were greeted in the homogenous community of Marathon County, and how a 60-Minutes report contributed to feelings of resentment towards the new arrivals. It also reviews how the Hmong have worked to improve their living situation and standing since the late 70s and early 80s.

Segment B-1: The Generation Gap - Patty Murray examines some of the issues that try the relationship between elder Hmong and youth, as it relates to cultural preservation and social expectations.

Segment B-2: Hmong Music and Dance - Gil Halsted profiles Fresno-area rap artist Meng Lee -- known as DJ-mp3 – and how he weaves old traditional Hmong music with contemporary American sounds such as hip hop. Lee discusses how he uses his music to instill pride and cultural awareness in his audience.

Segment B-3: Hmong and American Education - Brian Bull reports on how Hmong are trying to incorporate their history into U.S. lesson plans, to acknowledge their role during the Vietnam War and help people understand how they came to be in America.

Segment C-1: Hmong and Politics – Senator Mee Moua A profile of the nation’s most prominent Hmong politician, Minnesota state senator Mee Moua. Produced by Glen Moberg.

Segment C-2: Hmong Funerals and Repatriation Efforts - Hmong funerals are elaborate, lengthy rituals that are done to ensure a prosperous afterlife for the deceased…which is why the excavation and destruction of remains at a refugee camp are distressing many Hmong-Americans in the States. Brian Bull reports on the outrage and efforts to address the problem.

Segment C-3: Kajsiab House - Gil Halsted visits a unique, culturally-attuned treatment facility in Madison that helps Vietnam war refugees and veterans meet, mingle, and heal from PTSD.

Segment D-1: Hmong Courtship and Wedding - A look at how love and marriage are practiced today in America, including a two-day wedding that observes traditional Hmong rituals and Christian beliefs. Producer is Brian Bull.

Segment D-2: Spousal Roles and Marital Challenges - Steve Roisum reports on how education efforts are being made to assure traditional Hmong husbands that a breadwinning wife doesn’t mean she’ll become unfaithful.

Segment D-3: Hmong Spirituality - While many younger Hmong are turning to Christianity, some still like to uphold their traditional religion. Glen Moberg visits with a Hmong father and son who observe shamanism.

Segment D-4: Conclusion - Madison-area entrepreneur and father Peng Her reflects on lessons learned from more than 30 years of Hmong resettlement into America.

Segment Index
Reflections of Escape Kev xav txog thaum khiav |  Transitions Kev Pauv Mus | Higher Education Kawm Ntawv Qib Siab
The Political Process Tsheej Tswj | PTSD PTSD | The Generation Gap Kev Txawv Txav uas Plam Ntawm Phaum Hluas
Courtship & Weddings Hmoob kev Nkauj kev Nraug thiab Tshoob Kos  | Domestic Violence-Kev Sib Tsim Txom Hauv Vajtse
|Music & Dance H-Music and Dance | Funerals & Repatriation Kev PamTuag thiab Xa Ntsuj Xa Plig | Spirituality Kev cai dab qhuas