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The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen

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Being a part of the Vietnamese culture of over 100 million people comes with plenty of history, privilege, honor, and not to mention painful challenges. Join Kenneth Nguyen as he spotlights Vietnamese experience from around the world! Each podcast episode explores the creative process of individuals shaping the diversity of what it means to be Vietnamese--as a local, born and raised, or as a third culture kid. Gain insight on the divisions that separate us politically and culturally. This podcast

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58:06

416 - What Happened to the Fate of Vietnam’s POW's...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/04/10

We sit in conversation with historian Dr. Jay Veith to uncover the forgotten and often overlooked story of how the United States worked to recover POWs and MIAs from Vietnam—efforts that began long before the lifting of the U.S. embargo. Dr. Veith shares powerful insights into the challenges, politics, and perseverance behind these missions.We then turn to a discussion about President Nguyễn Văn Thiệu—his leadership, legacy, and role in shaping the fate of South Vietnam.Finally, we reflect on the

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49:05

415 - Can You Ever Be Vietnamese Enough? - Chris Tran...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/04/08

In this episode, Kenneth sits down with Chris Tran from Chris Tran Travels to explore the complexities of identity and culture as third-culture kids. We both share the challenges of spreading Vietnamese culture, despite our deep love for our work and mission. We dive into the work he’s doing by teaching the Vietnamese language to overseas Vietnamese American and other students, and the importance of cultural preservation in today’s world. Additionally, Chris shares exciting details about his new

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69:05

414 - Why Make Movies In Vietnam? Film Director Ham Tran

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/04/04

In this episode of The Vietnamese Podcast, host Anderson Le is joined by acclaimed film director Ham Tran. Together, they discuss the current state of the film industry in Vietnam, reflecting on its evolution and the growing opportunities for filmmakers in the region. Ham shares insights into his own journey, from his early start in filmmaking to the directors and inspirations that helped shape his unique cinematic voice.The conversation begins with Ham Tran’s early days, with the director recalling

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34:52

413 - Is America Becoming Great Again? Viet Thanh Nguyen

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/31

We sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen for a raw conversation that bridges literature, politics, and global affairs. Viet brings clarity and depth to some of the most urgent issues facing the world today such as his searing critiques of war, displacement, and identity.We begin by discussing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza — a conflict that continues to raise difficult questions about power, accountability, and the role of the United States in international spaces

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63:06

412 - Hung La - Who is the "Dangerous Man" Behind Lựu...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/26

Hung La is a Vietnamese-American fashion designer based in London, known for his innovative menswear and exploration of Asian identity in fashion. Growing up in a Vietnamese community outside Washington, D.C., he was influenced by both American pop culture and traditional Vietnamese values, which shaped his design ethos.After studying at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, Hung worked at fashion houses like Balenciaga and Céline, gaining invaluable experience. In 2017, alongside his partner

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62:37

411- Viet Cinema Canon - Nguyễn Võ Nghiêm Minh - How...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/24

In this first episode of The Viet Cinema Canon, host Anderson Le is joined by Vietnamese director Nguyen Vo Nghiem Minh. Together, they discuss Minh’s journey into film directing, touching on his early influences and his critically acclaimed works. They also explore his latest production, Picturehouse, a take on Vietnamese storytelling in the cinematic world.Throughout their conversation, Anderson and Minh explore the evolution of Vietnamese cinema, specifically how to challenge and reframe

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53:22

410 - Diana Nguyen - From Comic to Clown Doctor

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/21

Born to Vietnamese refugee parents and raised in Melbourne, Diana Nguyen’s work blends her Vietnamese heritage with her personal experiences, offering audiences a universally relatable perspective. From her critically acclaimed stand-up comedy to her role as a trailblazer in the Australian entertainment scene, Diana’s journey is one of resilience, humor, and passion.In this episode, Diana takes us behind the scenes of her career, sharing stories of growing up as a first-generation

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51:14

409 - Viet History Makers - Can Well-Behaved Women...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/18

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham take a deep dive into the life and legacy of Nguyễn Thị Bình (1927–2023), a revolutionary, diplomat, and one of the most prominent female figures in Vietnam’s

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56:26

408 - Viet History Makers - Nguyễn Văn Thiệu - When...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/15

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham take a deep dive into the life and legacy of Nguyễn Văn Thiệu (1923–2001), the second and final president of the Republic of Vietnam. A soldier-turned-politician,

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56:41

407 - Dustin Nguyen - From Vietnam to Hollywood to...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/03/11

Dustin Nguyen has left a mark on global audiences since the 1980s, first appearing alongside Tom Selleck in Magnum P.I. and later making waves in Hollywood with Johnny Depp in 21 Jump Street. But his journey didn’t stop there.Fueled by a deep passion for filmmaking, Dustin has pushed his limits, taking on roles as an actor, director, and producer in the critical early years of Vietnam's film industry rebirth. During the height of his success in Vietnam, Dusting was called back to the U.S. to

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74:15

406 - Viet History Makers - Can Truth Be The Enemy? A...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/02/28

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham explore the life and legacy of Nguyễn Mạnh Tường (1909–1997), a brilliant scholar, lawyer, and intellectual who embodied both the promise and peril of being an

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28:24

Alex Duong Needs Our Support

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/02/25

This is a special segment for a friend of the podcast, Alex Duong, who is in need of our community's support. Alex recently was diagnosed with a rare cancer and has left blinded in one eye. In this segment, Alex shares with us his incredibly difficult health journey in the last month.Before tragedy struck, Alex was invited to open for Ronny Chieng and join Donnie Wahlberg in a spinoff of The Bluebloods TV show. All of his income for 2025 has stopped. Alex Duong needs our help. Please donate

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65:19

405 - Viet History Makers - Who Was Ho Chi Minh? Part 2

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/02/14

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this second part episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham examine the life and legacy of Hồ Chí Minh (1890-1969), the revolutionary leader who played a central role in shaping modern Vietnam. A towering figure in Vietnam’s struggle for independence, Hồ Chí Minh remains one of

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68:11

404 - Viet History Makers - Who Was Ho Chi Minh?

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/02/05

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham examine the life and legacy of Hồ Chí Minh (1890-1969), the revolutionary leader who played a central role in shaping modern Vietnam. A towering figure in Vietnam’s struggle for independence, Hồ Chí Minh remains one of the most

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53:26

Ep. 9 - SEA Dreams - Why Hasn't There Been Any Modern...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/02/03

In this episode of SEA Dreams, we dive into the world of soccer in Southeast Asia—its growth, challenges, and the elusive dream of making it to the FIFA World Cup. Recently, Vietnam’s victory over Thailand made headlines, marking a significant moment for the region’s soccer scene. But despite moments of brilliance, no Southeast Asian team (other than Indonesia when it was called The Dutch East Indies in 1938) or Asian team has ever qualified for the World Cup.Join hosts Kenneth Nguyen, An Vo, and

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76:15

403 - Viet History Makers - Phạm Quỳnh - How to...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/01/24

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham explore the life and legacy of Phạm Quỳnh (1892-1945), a prominent intellectual, writer, and statesman in modern Vietnamese history. A man of deep convictions and complex loyalties, Phạm Quỳnh’s contributions to Vietnam’s cultural

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51:50

402 - Theresa Bui Costanzo - Rebuilding After The...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/01/18

In this episode, we sit down with Theresa Costanzo Bui, a survivor of the devastating Altadena Fire of 2025. As the inferno swept through her community, Theresa faced the unimaginable moment of evacuating her home, leaving behind everything she had built over the years.Theresa shares her experiences of loss, resilience, and the hope that keeps her moving forward.We also discuss Theresa’s GoFundMe campaign at the end of the episode, which she has set up to help rebuild her life and secure a new home

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71:51

401 - Viet History Makers - Can the Vietnamese Think...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2025/01/14

Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history.In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and Professor Kevin Pham explore the life and legacy of Nguyễn An Ninh (1900-1943), one of the most compelling and intellectual rebels in Vietnam’s modern history. A journalist, lawyer, and revolutionary thinker, Nguyễn An Ninh’s ideas and activism

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65:39

400 - Cat Bao Le + Tinh Thanh Nguyen - Who Are The...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2024/12/31

In this episode, we sit down with two leaders driving change and justice for Southeast Asian communities in the South. Our first guest, Cat Bao Le has been organizing in North Carolina and the South for over 14 years. From her early work with the Asian Law Caucus in civil rights and supporting Southeast Asian farmworkers with the United Farm Workers, to her fellowship in Viet Nam studying labor laws and policies, Cat’s journey has been rooted in advocacy and justice. As the founder of SEAC Village,

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39:04

399 - Linda Nguyen - Rose Parade Float Producer, Love...

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen ·

2024/12/28

Linda Nguyen 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙚𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮. She has elevated impactful projects, honoring the heritage, stories, and ideas of communities through brands, organizations, and initiatives.As a 𝙗𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙫𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖

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