
I’m your host, Niall Mackay. Each week I share my personal stories, my wife and I's and with guests connected to Vietnam — entrepreneurs, artists, locals, Viet Kieu, expats, and voices from across the community, including the LGBTQ+ world.Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast takes you inside the stories shaping life in one of the world’s most dynamic countries.The conversations are honest and unscr... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 446 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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"I think I'd be too scared to drive a car in Vietnam."
I'm back in Hanoi filming Vietnam Explained for VTV, and this time I'm not walking to lunch. I'm getting a lift from Jenny, one of the show's editors, who's taking me to try something I've never... more
"The problem is I've had better."
How good does bún chả have to be to impress someone from Hanoi?
I'm back in Hanoi filming Vietnam Explained for VTV, and I've dragged my colleagues Luan and Trang out for lunch between recordings.
We're trying one... more
“I started recording a podcast in 2019 with one microphone, which was shit, and it broke after a few months.”
Now I’m hosting a television show on VTV. I still can’t quite believe it.
Join me on the back of a motorbike through Hanoi as I share how ... more
“I was actually born in Russia.”
I wasn't expecting that revelation when Trang took me for my first Russian lunch in Vietnam!
From her unusual childhood in Russia to Vietnam's Soviet connections, VTV producer Trang and I explore a side of Vietname... more
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This is a podcast that’s worth listening to. Niall brings positivity and real life Vietnam into the conversation.
There is an internationalist element with ex pats and Vietnamese born contributors. But it’s always exploring life and being balanced and uplifting. It shine a light into the country and at times neighbours. In a honest and warts and all manner. But with fun!
When preparing for a trip to the country the podcast was better than any book or online travel guide.
Listen, learn and ... more
Niall and ‘Seven Million Bikes’ have smashed it since kicking off in Saigon - helped me with my own too! Give it a try, bunch of top guests 👍🏻
I’ve met Niall and heard him perform in Saigon, and I can vouch that he’s the nicest and funniest guy.
This podcast is a must listen and I only wish I had discovered in before I moved to Saigon myself. His content perfectly captures all the amazing energy and stories that make the city such an incredible place to live. I’m especially partial to the stories that bring listeners into the city’s different subcultures and scenes, such as the one with Pasteur Street’s head of sales.
Keep up the fa... more
Great podcast for an insight into life in Saigon. Everyone has their own different stories but are connected by their love for the city.
This podcast is great for someone considering moving to Saigon, someone who already lives there and wants a little reminder of why it’s so great, or someone, like me, who has left but misses it every day. The stories are wonderful, and I love the balance of expats and local Vietnamese interviews. I especially enjoy the few questions Niall asks everyone he interviews to add some consistency to the show. Looking forward to future episodes!
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The show brings listeners into a mix of personal travel stories, local life, and professional journeys connected to Vietnam. Episodes span practical travel itineraries, Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City life, food and nightlife, and behind-the-scenes looks at entrepreneurship, media, and the vibrant Vietnamese arts scene. The conversations often blend expat and local perspectives, with guests ranging from comedians and musicians to restaurateurs and journalists, offering a multi-faceted portrait of modern Vietnam beyond guidebooks. A standout trait is the relaxed, conversational vibe that weaves anecdote-rich storytelling with actionable takeaways for listeners considering travel, relocation, or deeper engagement with Vietnam's diverse communities.
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Recent guests on Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast include:
1. Trang Liu
2. AJ Miller
3. Devin Gray
4. Maw Hat
5. James Green
6. Frances Fraser-Reid
7. JK Hobson
8. Lawrence Young
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