Chinese Food: A Story About Family, Culture, and Connection (S5 E2)

7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato

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A simple lunch at a Chinese restaurant leads Aaron into a world of hidden stories, unexpected connections, and a journey that was much more than just Chinese food.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Calafato

Art: Pete Whitehead

Original Music: thomas j. duke

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Chinese Food: A Story About Family, Culture, and Connection (S5 E2)

7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato

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A simple lunch at a Chinese restaurant leads Aaron into a world of hidden stories, unexpected connections, and a journey that was much more than just Chinese food.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Calafato

Art: Pete Whitehead

Original Music: thomas j. duke

318 tập

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