Why Do Vietnamese...? Cultural Podcast with TMVSA

“Why Do Vietnamese Burn Paper Money?” In this episode, we discuss a common aspect of many Vietnamese people's lives, that is burning joss paper money. Vietnamese believe that their ancestors in the afterlife continue to live and need daily items such as clothing, money and personal items, to send these items, paper representations are burnt during offering ceremonies. The history and evolution of this tradition are discussed in this episode with our takes on the topic. We further share our experiences with spirituality in Vietnamese culture growing up overseas. Thanks for listening to our podcast “Why Do Vietnamese....?” This project means a lot to us as we want to share our thoughts and opinions on uncommon topics and questions related to Vietnamese culture. We hope to answer the questions you didn't even know you had. If you love Vietnam, are curious to learn about both traditional and modern Vietnamese traditions, or are simply interested in keeping with the current trends, this is the podcast for you!! Stay curious and ask "Why Do Vietnamese...?" Credits: Brian Vương - Host (@brianvuong50) Anna Lê Hoàng - Guest & Editor (@bananamiilk) Michelle Dương - Graphics (@michduong) Special Thanks to 17 Production for our V-music Feature! Music: Mình Yêu Nhau Từ Kiếp Nào? | Ai Chết Giơ Tay OST | Dương Hoàng Yến

“Why Do So Many Vietnamese have the Nguyễn Last Name?” In this episode, we discuss the most common last name in Vietnam, Nguyễn. This last name has become an iconic name representing the Vietnamese peoples around the world. Although many people have this last name, not everyone knows where it came from. Make sure to listen to this episode if you want to find out why there are so many Nguyễn and hear our experiences growing up overseas with our Asian Identity. Thanks for listening to our podcast “Why Do Vietnamese....?” This project means a lot to us as we want to share our thoughts and opinions on uncommon topics and questions related to the Vietnamese culture. We hope to answer the questions you didn't even know you had. If you love Vietnam, are curious to learn about both traditional and modern Vietnamese traditions, or are simply interested in keeping with the current trends, this is the podcast for you!! Stay curious and ask "Why Do Vietnamese...?" Credits: Brian Vương - Host (@brianvuong50) Yvonne Lê - Guest (@girlvon) Anna Lê Hoàng - Editor (@bananamiilk) Michelle Dương - Graphics (@michduong) Music: KHÔNG THỂ CÙNG NHAU SUỐT KIẾP - HOÀ MINZY (ft. MR. SIRO)

This week, we're so excited to share our first special Tết episode “Why Do Vietnamese release fish before Tết?” In this episode, we discuss the traditions of the Vietnamese New Year, also known as Tết. We share the legend of the kitchen god and discuss our past Tết experiences overseas and in Vietnam. Our podcast “Why Do Vietnamese....?” is officially released! This project means a lot to us as we want to share our thoughts and opinions on uncommon topics related to the Vietnamese culture. If you love Vietnam, are curious to learn about both traditional and modern Vietnamese traditions, or are simply interested in keeping with the current trends, this is the podcast for you!! Stay curious and ask "Why Do Vietnamese...?" Credits: Brian Vương - Host (@brianvuong50) Nick Nguyễn - Guest (@n___icko) Linh Nguyễn - Guest (@lihpun98) Anna Lê Hoàng - Editor (@bananamiilk) Michelle Dương - Graphics (@michduong) Music: Tết Mới Trong Tim Mình - ERIK, ft. Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc Stay connected with VSAR: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryersonvsar Instagram: https://instagram.com/vsaryerson. Website: https://vsaryerson.wixsite.com/vsaryerson Email: vsar@ryerson.ca