Simu Liu Just Called Out Cultural Appropriation on ‘Dragon’s Den.’ Here’s What You Need to Know–and How You Can Avoid Similar Claims
If you’ve ever pieced together a business concept, chances are you drew inspiration from somewhere. Whether it be fond memories in your grandma’s kitchen or a childhood fascination with airplanes, inspiration can come from many places. Perhaps even your local boba tea shop .
Simu Liu, bubble tea, and 'Dragons' Den': Why TikTok is in an uproar
The Dragons' Den episode aired last Thursday, and TikTok has been in an uproar ever since. Users have blasted Bobba and its founders, accusing them of racism and cultural appropriation. "That is literally the same container of popping bobas at the Asian grocery store with a different marketing sticker," commented TikTok user golf Catty.
Simu Liu Called Out a Boba Company for Cultural Appropriation—Here’s Why It Needed to Be Said
Things got heated on a recent episode of the Canadian Shark Tank, and Liu's viral critique made plenty of valid points.
Simu Liu Accuses Boba Brand of ‘Culture Appropriation’ in Viral “Dragons' Den ”Clip —“ ”Then $1M Investment Is Pulled
Bobba has released a statement apologizing "for the harm we have caused by our words and actions" used on the episode of 'Dragons' Den'
Simu Liu's boba company critique reignites debate on cultural appropriation
Simu Liu's recent critique of a Canadian bubble tea company on "Dragons’ Den" has reignited the debate surrounding cultural appropriation. Liu argued that the company's pitch for a ready-to-drink boba tea lacked respect for the beverage's Asian origins,
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What Is Boba? Everything You Need to Know About Bubble Tea
We spoke to two registered dietitians to get the good, the bad and the ugly on boba tea. Read on for everything you ...
Simu Liu criticizes Canadian boba tea company over concerns of cultural appropriation
Actor Simu Liu blasted a pair of Quebec entrepreneurs this week who went on Canada’s version of “Shark Tank” to pitch a drink ...
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Bubble milk tea is bad for your health! At least, that's what a Singapore hospital is warning boba fans
Sweet-toothed bubble tea lovers, look away now: the sugary drink has grown so popular in Singapore that a hospital in the island city state is urging consumers to modify their orders to make them ...
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The story behind bubble tea, Taiwan’s iconic drink
Bubble tea has since proliferated across the world, with dedicated shops popping up everywhere from Berlin to Brasilia, and you’ll find starch pearls (as the bubbles or boba are also known ...
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Good Taste: A mood ring, but for boba
1011 Sip Tea (2127 Irving Street, SF) offers beet-colored red boba as an interesting option on an eclectic menu that has ...
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Is bread bad for you?
Different breads have different properties. Instead of avoiding bread, knowing what is in each slice and watching how much of it you eat each day is usually the healthier course. Various types of ...
A boba business storm is brewing, and a 'Shang-Chi' star is in the middle of it
Simu Liu, who was representing his VC firm on "Dragons' Den," criticized two entrepreneurs' pitch for a healthier boba drink.