Kai Vong and Annie Guo VanDan share their visions for Season 2 of Lanterns Over the Rockies

In this week’s episode of Lanterns Over the Rockies, host Kai Vong sits down with Annie Guo VanDan to celebrate the launch of Season 2. Together, they revisit why the show was created and why storytelling remains essential for Colorado’s AANHPI communities.

Kai and Annie reflect on the first year of the show, highlighting the artists, organizers, healers, and community builders who shared their experiences. They discuss the themes that emerged across 22 stories, the lessons learned behind the scenes, and the moments that revealed the importance of documenting local histories before they disappear.

Looking ahead, they share their vision for Season 2, including the new voices they hope to feature, the connections they want to deepen across Colorado, and the long-term future of building an archive of AANHPI stories.

Tune in for a thoughtful and energizing conversation about purpose, community, and what comes next for Lanterns Over the Rockies.

Lanterns Over the Rockies shines light on the stories of Colorado’s diverse Asian American communities, with host Kai Vong. Lanterns Over the Rockies airs every Sunday at 5:30pm. Tune in here.