“Raw, controversial and insightful” – CNN
“Some naturally stand out, whether it is by their looks, their character or what they do. Aric S. Queen is exactly one of those and for all these reasons.” Shanghai Daily
“Aric S. Queen is not like the rest of us. And that’s a good thing.” – Converse/Converse All-Star
“Entertaining and informative” – BBC – UK
“Witty” – Moleskine
“Aric S. Queen will die rich and successful or he’ll die successful. He has breathed creative life into countless media projects” Ringier Asia
“Ignites creativity as part of a world-wide success” – China Daily
“Rocket fuel on the launch pad a real gift to start-ups” - Frank Fradella [Idiots Guide author]
“Exciting whilst amassing a huge following” - Current TV
“Leading Shanghai’s creative rebirth” – Shanghai Star
“A scrappy & controversial professional, rejuvenating Shanghai’s live music scene while in the middle of a budding media career” – City Weekend [National]
“He should be on Sirius (Radio)” – Fox News
“Word is spreading fast about Aric” - Shanghai Talk
“Talented with a high degree of creativity and taste” – The China Business Network
“A key element in raising his creative profile and creating awareness” That’s Shanghai
“A breath of fresh air” - What Gives [eBay]
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[Honestly]
He’s a boy who likes to travel and somehow has convinced a few people that he can produce things like radio, podcasts and vidcasts, as well as dabbling in writing and film. He recently released his first book.
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[Shameless Self-Promotionally - The China Days]
Aric S. Queen, previous American Clear Channel radio/television host, former executive producer of ChinesePod.com (named one of 2006′s ‘Top 10 Podcasts’ by Time Magazine), GigShanghai and Soul Fire Radio, executive producer of the Johnson & Johnson ‘Bao Bao Radio‘ series, director/producer of ‘theshanghaishow’ and ‘Urban Yoga‘. Having been named the leader of Shanghai’s ‘Creatives Class‘, he has worked to establish a platform to help other artists get set up in Shanghai. In his spare time, which he had a lot of, he produced shorts on Shanghainese bands (which he used to write about for Shanghaiist) and was a columnist for China’s City Weekend. He is also a founding member of the art collaborative [the studio]. His previous daily vlog sent to US and UK televisions, titled: ‘Shanghai Diaries‘ (on Current TV) which earned him the 2008 ‘Most Prolific Vlogger Award‘, has now been combined with his travel/lifestyle show entitled ‘Shanghai [Exile] Diaires’, also on Current TV.
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[The Everything Else Days]
Since being exiled from China over The Shanghai [Exile] Diaires, he has spent most of his time on the road – with short stints across America, the U.K., Middle East and Africa and as of late, Saigon, having recently returning to the U.S. to complete his novel entitled ‘The Shanghai [Exile] Diaires’, a memoir-based book on his 5 years spent in China, ending with his exile from the government over his television show. He’s produced stuff for Coca-Cola, and has written stuff for Converse.
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My 8 year old son, disappointed with my spelling of his name, was ECSTATIC to see aricwithana.com!!!!! A completely accidental find, but now very intrigued!
Thanks,
Mother2anaricwithana!
Hey – I just supported your cause by ordering your book, just make sure it shows up with only your signature and not your nude one… I have enjoyed your blog silently for years and I’m looking forward to reading your book.
Lisa
I am buying a copy online need to know how to note that Aric needs to sign it.
Help…
Aric, WOW I can believe it! a book, so glad it is finally here, how can I get a copy!
AT Metro come by or call [removed].
Very happy for you!
Bob
Hey friend! Just ordered your book for the hubs…he’d be saddened if you didn’t sign his copy. =)
Hope you’re well!
Howdy. I am a bit confused as I have stumbled upon your site while looking up pictures to make a video for youtube. (My therapy is taking songs I love and putting other peoples pictures to them)(That sounds weird actually typing that). Anywho, I love your blog. I have shamelessly been sucked into it almost 2 hours now. I am not quite sure what you do but I do love your writings. I feel as if I am right along side of you for whatever pops up around the next corner. Your photography is just beautiful. In all, seems like you are just a really awesome guy. Your life seems like what my dream life is lived out. I hope you are well. Thanks for stealing 2 hours and counting.