Book cover of ‘Let Me Explain California Rolls: And Why Culture Surplus is the Future of Soft Power’ by M.A. Modhayan, featuring sushi rolls on a yellow background with chopsticks.

Let Me Explain California Rolls

And Why Culture Surplus is the Future of Soft Power

“A fresh lens on culture, identity, and soft power — from sushi to global influence.”

Culture Surplus = Culture Exports > Culture Imports

Culture surplus happens when a nation exports more culture than it imports — creating global influence through music, food, film, tourism, and more.

This is the lens through which I explore identity, soft power, and the forces shaping our world.

As such:
When Culture Exports < Culture Imports, that is a Culture Deficit—and it’s alarming.

days until the book release.