
A father-daughter podcast where I interview my father, Robert Chau, on exactly how he survived and escaped the Khmer Rouge aka 1970's Cambodian Genocide. We will follow along his journey on how a starving boy crawling out of Cambodia become a serial American entrepreneur. After 50 years, he deserves a chance to finally share his story.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 95 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryBusinessEntrepreneurship | |||

In this episode of Death in Cambodia, Life in America, I sit down with Vanna Sann, a Cambodian American entrepreneur and the founder of Dorsu, an ethical garment company based in Cambodia.
Vanna was born in a refugee camp in Thailand and grew up wor... more
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In this episode of Death in Cambodia, Life in America, Dorothy sits down with Camilla Mayer, CEO and co-founder of Nary Resort, an ethical fashion brand rooted in Cambodia ... more
In this episode of Death in Cambodia, Life in America, I sit down with Vanndearlyn Bermudez Vong, a Cambodian Chinese-American ceramist based in Long Beach, California, whose work is rooted in cultural revival and resistance.
A daughter of genocide ... more
In this episode of Death in Cambodia, Life in America, I sit down with Cambodian American culinary creator and MasterChef USA Season 13 contestant, Charles Calvino, to talk about identity, authenticity, and the responsibility of representing Khmer cu... more
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As a baby that was flown out on one of the last military planes in Phnom Penh in April 1975, listening to this podcast and all that Robert and his family had to endure, really puts my life into prospective. All the questions I had as a child growing up and later on as an adult regarding my relatives, this podcast really opened my eyes and broke my heart to hear what my people could have gone through.
I think you’re truly courageous and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this l... more
This is an amazing story. I'm only seven episodes in and look forward to listening to the rest although it's a difficult listen too.
Thank you so much for the efforts to make this podcast and sharing your story with the world. it's really special to hear Robert being interviewed by his daughter - I'm so glad he had the opportunity to tell this story with someone he trusts.
Keep doing what you’re doing sis!
Listening to Robert’s story reminds me of my dad’s story so I thoroughly enjoyed the journey and seeing it from another’s POV. I always knew the horrors of Khmer Rouge but I didn’t know about Preah Vihear until recently so I’m glad that historical bit was spoken about. Cambodian people are resilient! Let’s keep talking and continuing the healing journey. Awesome podcast and truly inspirational
Dorothy Chow’s riveting conversation with her father is so beautifully done as she is able to draw out the most painful and detailed account of his miraculous survival story from the horrors of the Khmer Rouge period in Cambodia. This is not dry history, it is a living story, told first hand by Dorothy’s amazing and humble father, Robert, a truly inspirational and gifted man. This podcast is an important contribution to the history of this period and essential listening not only for younger Ca... more
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A father-daughter interview series that centers on Khmer Rouge survivor stories, Cambodian diaspora experiences, and the resilience of communities rebuilt in the United States. Across episodes, conversations weave personal survival, memory, and identity with entrepreneurship, art, cuisine, and culture, often highlighting how heritage informs creative work and business endeavors. Noteworthy angles include first-hand historical accounts, intergenerational perspectives, and the role of storytelling in healing and preserving Khmer heritage for younger generations.
A standout aspect is the blend of intimate biography with broader cultural and professional journeys—from ceramics and design to food and media—demonstrating how trauma can catalyze ... more
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