On this edition of Protected Speech, Ravi Kapur and Jonathan Choe discuss the stunning stabbing death of CashApp founder Bob Lee in San Francisco, the effort to add a caste discrimination law in California, and 'Likeable' Author and Entrepreneur Dave Kerpen explains the evolution of social media and its impact on our society. Jonathan recounts being attacked by bat wielding maniac on the streets of Seattle and how a homeless worker drives out demon at an encampment. Also, another heinous crime is committed against an Asian American woman in Virginia and the impact of the indictment of former President Trump will have on the 2024 campaign.

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"Protected Speech" features decorated veteran journalists Ravi Kapur and Jonathan Choe, who spotlight stories of local, national, and global significance each week. Part of the conversation centers around original reporting highlighting Asian hate incidents that continue to be underreported in mainstream media. Join us as we engage thought leaders and influencers from various industries, while illustrating raw realities through exclusive video.

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