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The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen

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Vietnam War
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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... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Ken attempts his first-ever full episode in Vietnamese with Cam, one of the most respected and introspective voices in the Vietnamese underground rap scene.

Cam opens up about his major life transition: leaving his established fanba... more

In this episode, Ken brings back Columbia University Professor John Phan for a deep-dive AMA responding to your comments on the history of Quốc Ngữ. John blows past standard historical narratives to explore what "literacy" actually meant in the 15th-... more

In this episode, Ken travels to the Arrowhead Country Club to sit down with Helen Tran, the historic Mayor of San Bernardino. In 2022, Helen smashed barriers to become the first Asian American mayor in her city's history, and the first Vietnamese Ame... more

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In this episode, Ken sits down with the multi-talented Thalia Tran. Since her last appearance, Thalia has transitioned from a teen musician to a "full-blown adult" navigating the high-stakes world of Hollywood.

Thalia opens up about her rigorous Mua... more

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Recent Guests

Thalia Tran
Actress and martial artist featured on Avatar projects and various Hollywood productions
Actor
Episode: 498 - What Happens To Your Mental Health When You Stop Chasing The Destination? - Thalia Tran
Nina Linh
Independent candidate for California's 40th District; Vietnamese American
Independent (CA-40)
Episode: 497 - Can An Independent Vietnamese-American Actually Win A Seat In Congress? - Nina Linh
Trung Bao
Multimedia artist and founder of Fustic Studio; lead on Voice Gems project
Voice Gems / Fustic Studio
Episode: 496 - How Can Vietnamese Accents Affect Beatboxing? - Trung Bao
Tuyen Do
Actress, playwright, novelist, and director guest on the show
Episode: 495 - Is The British-Vietnamese Creative Scene About To Explode? - Tuyen Do
Duyen Ha
Chef and television personality known for Top Chef and culinary ventures
Chef; Top Chef participant; founder of Bondo and related ventures
Episode: 494 - Is Vietnamese Food In The US Stuck In The 70’s? - Duyen Ha
Kavi Vu
Poet, filmmaker, Vietnamese language learner and content creator
Independent creator focused on Vietnamese idioms and poetry
Episode: 493 - What Is There To Hate About The Vietnamese Culture? - Kavi Vu
Carl Robinson
Veteran journalist and photographer, featured in The Stringer documentary
The Stringer (Bao Nguyen)
Episode: 492 - Who really took the "Napalm Girl" photo? - Carl Robinson
Phúc Mập
Prominent Vietnamese-language educator and content creator promoting Vietnamese culture and language through engaging media
The Vietnamese community platforms
Episode: 490 - Why Is A Ginger So Into The Vietnamese Culture? - Phúc Mập & @littlesaigon.official
Tee Tran
Founder, Saigon Bonbon brand co-creator
Saigon Bonbon
Episode: 489 - Why "Saigon Bonbon" Could Be Our Cultural Export of 2026? - Saigon Bonbon: Tee Tran, Bao Han, Michael Le

Host

Kenneth Nguyen
Host of The Vietnamese Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 170 ratings
  • It’s time for us.

    I love Kenneth’s point of view that through all the pain and suffering we have gone through as a people, it’s time that we claim our spot in the sun. If u want to

    Be in touch with the next generation of Viets this is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phobowl
    United States3 years ago
  • Viet Culture!!

    I just stumbled upon this beautiful gem. If you want to learn more about the modern Vietnamese culture this is the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LyzRocks
    United States3 years ago
  • THANK YOU!

    As a second generation Vietnamese American, THIS has been the podcast that I didn’t know that I have been waiting for all my life. I have learned and been inspired by all the interviews which are so important as time keepers. Without this podcast, many of these stories will be lost. It is thought provoking, honest and heart felt. Kenneth is a talented interviewer. He talks with much ease and fluidity. His questions are always so thoughtful and respectful to the interviewee even when the topic is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pckes
    United States4 years ago
  • My favorite show so far!

    I also have a ton of questions in my mind and was not able to get proper answers vast majority of them. Sometimes I felt like being a nerd as the differences in the way of my thinking. Getting to know Ken's Youtube channel and his podcast means the world for me! Keep it up guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manche 7
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Best podcast for identity

    Ken does a great job to share and explore the identity side of Vietnamese culture. Makes me more proud of being Vietnamese. Go Ken!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haontran
    United States4 years ago

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- Content promotes cultural pride and understanding across generations
- Thoughtful, respectful interviews that explore hard topics with care
- Deep, long-form conversations that reveal personal and cultural layers
- A diverse roster of guests and strong host interview style

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486 - How Does Self Love and Patriarchy Work Together? Mia from Việt Boss Babe
Q: What role do women and partners play in supporting this transition, and how can they help men feel seen?
Women can help by recognizing and validating emotional growth, inviting authentic conversations, and promoting visibility of women in mixed settings to normalize healthy interactions.
486 - How Does Self Love and Patriarchy Work Together? Mia from Việt Boss Babe
Q: How can men start the self-love journey and what practical steps help?
Begin with concrete daily practices like journaling, meditation, working out, and affirmations, plus building a support circle of younger friends who model healthy behavior.
486 - How Does Self Love and Patriarchy Work Together? Mia from Việt Boss Babe
Q: What does it mean to be a Vietnamese man in the modern era, given changing economic and emotional expectations?
It means redefining what you contribute beyond money, embracing emotional intelligence, and finding trusted peers to discuss vulnerability without fear of judgment.
488 - Is "Y Van" More Than Just a Movie? - Khoa Ha
Q: What inspired you to start this project, and how did it evolve from archive to film?
Khoa explains that archiving his grandfather's music and visual materials revealed a compelling story that went beyond the music itself, evolving into a documentary through collaboration with producers and co-directors and the discovery that the music represents a broader Vietnamese arts movement.
487 - Can You Be Funny Without Being Bullied As A Kid? - Tree Vo
Q: Where did you grow up?
Tree Vo grew up mostly in San Jose, California, after being born in Georgia, with much of her life shaping her perspective and humor.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vietnamese

What is The Vietnamese about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers Vietnamese identity, culture, and diaspora experiences through long-form conversations with designers, artists, activists, and veterans who illuminate how heritage shapes creativity, representation, and community. Episodes often explore cross-cultural narratives, the evolution of Vietnamese cinema and fashion, mental health and immigration, and how storytelling can bridge generations and geographies. A notable pattern is guests sharing personal journeys that connect local roots to transpacific perspectives, with a consistent emphasis on authenticity, resilience, and pride in heritage. The format is often intimate and introspective, making it useful for listeners who want nuanced, culturally rich discussions and for potenti... more

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1. Tri Kỷ Cảm Xúc
2. Spiderum Official
3. Better Version
4. Vì sao thế nhỉ!
5. I've Had It

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The Vietnamese launched 5 years ago and published 510 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Vietnamese include:

1. Thalia Tran
2. Nina Linh
3. Trung Bao
4. Tuyen Do
5. Duyen Ha
6. Kavi Vu
7. Carl Robinson
8. Phúc Mập

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