Vietnamese Stories

Jason is the co-owner of two fantastic bars, 86 Proof and Mami Cocktails. We talked about his journey from refugee to master mixologist.

If you’ve been tuning in, you’ve already known these are meant to be informal, spontaneous conversations – the type that just happens when I’m out and about with my microphone, sharing what life in Saigon is truly like.

Let’s discover Jessie’s journey, her work in Vietnam’s tech scene, and her insights into the country’s incredible transformation.

Listen now to discover what makes life in Vietnam so special and why some of us may never want to leave. I was joined by some familiar voices and a few friends who were here to share their expat experiences, perspectives, and stories about life in Vietnam.

In this episode, listen and explore James’s unexpected journey from photographer to restaurateur, as well as his passion for wildlife conservation, which led him to create a whole new life for himself here in Saigon.

Tyler shared his perspective on what it’s really like to embrace the contrasts between life in the U.S. and Vietnam.

In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to introduce my guest, Thao Nguyen. Thao has an incredible passion for Vietnam — it’s her homeland, after all. She shared her unique experience and insights about the tourism industry as well as her charity work in Vietnam.

Paul and Krista, recently traded life in Hanoi for Saigon, and they’re here to tell us all about the differences between these two iconic cities.

As a member of Gen Z, Thinh brings a fresh perspective and unique stories about life in Vietnam, from growing up in the rural mountains of Dak Lak to making his way to the vibrant city of Saigon.

From her first impressions to dealing with the country’s complex history, to navigating daily life, Adrie’s journey sheds light on what it’s really like to live here as an expat.