A Daughter's Quest: Unearthing Cambodian Identity & History w/Dorothy Chow

In a profoundly engaging conversation, host Randy Kim welcomes Dorothy Chow, the Chinese-Cambodian American host of the incredible podcast, “Death In Cambodia.”

Dorothy shares the deeply personal and powerful genesis of her show: creating a space for her father to share his survivor experience from the Cambodian genocide that killed over 2 million people. This podcast wasn’t just a historical documentation; it became a transformative healing journey for Dorothy.

🎙️ In This Episode:

* The Genesis of “Death In Cambodia”: Dorothy opens up about the courage it took for her and her father to start the podcast, not just as a historical record, but as a pivotal moment for intergenerational healing.

* A Personal Discovery: We discuss how the process of interviewing her own father and connecting with other survivors and diaspora folks shaped Dorothy’s understanding of her own Cambodian identity—an identity she had long sought to define.

* The Second Genocide: Dorothy sheds light on a lesser-known, yet critical, chapter of the Khmer Rouge regime: the Dangrek Genocide. This 2nd genocide, often overshadowed, reveals the complex and continuous trauma faced by the Cambodian people.

* Returning to the Motherland: Looking ahead, Dorothy shares her hopes and intentions for her next trip to Cambodia, reflecting on what she now seeks to experience and connect with in her next journey.

Bio:

Dorothy Chow is a Cambodian American podcast host, storyteller, and advocate dedicated to intergenerational healing. She is the creator and host of Death in Cambodia, Life in America, a critically acclaimed narrative podcast that chronicles her father’s survival of the Khmer Rouge genocide and her family’s journey rebuilding life in the U.S.

The podcast has received over 100,000 downloads, gaining international attention and features on outlets like CBS Sunday Morning. As a first-generation Cambodian American, Dorothy speaks passionately on generational trauma and the power of personal narratives, and is committed to elevating underrepresented voices through her work.

🔗 Connect with Dorothy & “Death In Cambodia”

* Listen to the Podcast: Find “Death In Cambodia” on all major podcast platforms.

* Follow Dorothy: @ deathincambodia

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