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Megan Markle’s Archetypes Podcast: Fans Eagerly Await Constance Wu’s Appearance
Fans of Megan Markle's Archetypes podcast have spoken, and the guest they are most excited to see in Season 1 is Constance Wu.
In a recent poll conducted by Nicki Swift, Wu received the majority vote of 36%.
Following closely behind were Lisa Ling, whose episode premiered on October 4th, with 26% of the votes, and Issa Rae with 20%.
Amanda Seales and Ziwe Fumudo garnered 12% and 6% of the votes respectively.
However, behind the scenes, Megan Markle is said to be quite different from her public persona.
According to an undisclosed source, Markle has a distinct personality that contrasts with her on-screen image.
This sentiment is echoed by many guests on her podcast, including Lisa Ling.
Markle expressed her concerns about the portrayal of women of Asian descent in movies like Austin Powers and Kill Bill, where they are often depicted as oversexualized or aggressive caricatures.
Markle highlighted the pervasive nature of these toxic stereotypes, emphasizing that they extend beyond the confines of the film industry.
Both Ling and Cho, another guest on the podcast, discussed the lack of Asian representation in Hollywood.
Ling, who grew up in a broken home, shared her personal connection to broadcast journalism, as it was the only path she believed was available to her.
Seeing Connie Chung on TV gave her hope for a better future.
Cho, a stand-up comedian, revealed her frustration at the absence of proper representation in movies during her upbringing.
She never saw Asian people on screen and felt invisible as a result.
It was only later, through silent films, that she discovered the archetype of the Dragon Lady, a character that perpetuated harmful stereotypes.
Three episodes of Megan Markle's Archetypes were released prior to Queen Elizabeth's passing, featuring notable stars such as Serena Williams, Mariah Carey, and Mindy Kaling.
However, following the Queen's death, Spotify announced a hiatus for the show during the official mourning period.
The royal family also suspended their official duties until one week after the funeral, which took place on September 19th.
Now, they have resumed their responsibilities.
As fans eagerly await Constance Wu's appearance on Megan Markle's podcast, it is clear that the show has sparked important conversations about representation and the need for diverse voices in the entertainment industry.
Markle's platform provides an opportunity for guests to share their experiences and shed light on the challenges faced by underrepresented communities.
With each episode, the Archetypes podcast continues to make a significant impact on the cultural landscape.