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Daily Bruin
Bruin to Bruin: Mary Nguyen

Daily Bruin

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 17:16


Mary Nguyen is a UCLA alumnus, an Emmy-nominated reporter and a lawyer. She sits down with Podcasts contributor Ava Johnson to discuss her careers in journalism and law and advice she has for UCLA students.

City Cast Denver
The Delivery App Debate, a ‘Reducetarian' Thanksgiving, and Holiday Markets

City Cast Denver

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 29:02


Hungry for lunch but don't want to go out? One local restaurant owner hopes you don't reach for that meal-delivery app just yet. Olive & Finch's Mary Nguyen recently told BusinessDen that these apps are profiting off of the “blood, sweat and tears” of small businesses like hers. So today, newsletter editor Peyton Garcia joins producers Paul Karolyi and Olivia Jewell Love to sort out the delivery app conundrum. Plus, we respond to listener comments on Half-Baked Harvest and discuss a big new idea for anyone hoping to eat less meat, but not make Thanksgiving dinner so dang awkward. And finally, our recommendations for your weekend.  What do you think? Are you a “reducetarian”? Or have thoughts on delivery apps? We'd love to hear them! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬ Here are links to all our picks: Watch the tree lighting at the Christkindlmarket's opening night (Downtown) Go skating at the Downtown Lakewood Holiday Bazaar (Lakewood) See the new 10th Mountain Division exhibit at History Colorado (Golden Triangle) For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: “Blossoms of Light” at Denver Botanic Gardens “All Stars: American Artists from The Phillips Collection” at Denver Art Museum Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Do We Human?
Aliens (with Mary Nguyen)

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 71:14


Writer Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen) returns to join hosts Chris Binning and Evan Cox in discussing alien conspiracies, alleged encounters, and their guesses for People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive 2023. Plus, Mary is fascinated by plants and giants, Chris sat next to someone strange on an airplane, and Evan doesn't want to have milk debt.

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How Do We Human?
Defunct Stores & Defunct Stuff (with Mary Nguyen)

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 69:57


Writer Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen) returns to talk about working the new comedy series for Netflix, Blockbuster, as well as join hosts Evan Cox and Chris Binning in discussing other defunct stores, items, and practices. Plus, Mary is ready for a UFO to land in New York, Evan has guitar metal in his eye, and Chris has a DVD of Monster House ready to go at a moment's notice.

How Do We Human?
Birth Charts (with Mary Nguyen)

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 56:51


Writer Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen) returns to the podcast to help hosts Evan Cox and Chris Binning understand their birth charts. Plus, Mary has a wild story about how she met her writing manager, Evan is hungover, and Chris laughs at Uranus.

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ComebaCK
ComebaCK INTERVIEW #212 - Mary Nguyen - Numerology

ComebaCK

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2021 45:28


Mary Nguyen joins the podcast to discuss numerology, the practice, how she began, and what our names and birthdays mean in discovering our life cycle, life's purpose and meaning. Fascinating discussion - thank you for your time, Mary! If you enjoyed this episode, you can find out more about ComebaCK at @thecomebackwithck on Instagram.

The Quantum Alignment Podcast
The Q&A: The Entheogen Series, Episode 43- Dr Mary Nguyen MD Medicinal Mushrooms

The Quantum Alignment Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2021 59:15


The Q&A: The Entheogen Series, Episode 42- Dr. Mary Nguyen on her new clinic where she guides clients through journeys with psilocybin. A big career shift after the last few years of dealing with COVID patients and seeing her own patients struggle with the ever-changing landscape of the new normal. Join us as we take a deep dive into her fascinating work with medicinal psychedelic mushrooms.

TrailblazHER
Exploring Numerology: Interview with Miracles with Mary

TrailblazHER

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 111:03


Episode 23 explores numerology with our first international guest Mary Nguyen, otherwise known as Miracles with Mary! Mary offers numerology services that align entrepreneurs with business and financial abundance. Listen to Des and Julie have their life path and business path numbers read while learning about the history of numerology and its "father" Pythagoras. Mary also reads the numerology of the podcast name, TrailblazHER, and it could not be more accurate! Keep an open mind and have fun as we explore the world of numerology. Follow Mary on Instagram!Like her page on Facebook.Check out her website for more information on her Numerology Services.Follow us on Instagram!Like our page on Facebook!Email us at trailblazherpodcast@gmail.comMusic by HeliXiX.

The Writers Room with Sam and Jim
Episode 11 - Mary Nguyen

The Writers Room with Sam and Jim

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 51:00


Sam an Jim invite Mary in to the room, and together they work on her biting satire set in the inevitable future when Amazon has colonized Mars, tentatively titled "The King of Mars".Hang out in the room with us this week for a discussion on how to drill down on a character to deliver an emotionally driven plot quicker than Prime.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @thesamandjimProducer: J.R. Zamora-ThalLogo Design: Julien Debar-Monclair, @jude.orangeMusic: Buddha Rays, @buddharays

How Do We Human?
People's Sexiest Man Alive Bracket - Part 2 (with Mary Nguyen)

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 74:28


Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen) returns to help hosts of America's Sexiest Podcast, Chris Binning and Evan Cox, complete their People Magazine bracket and declare the all time sexiest man. Plus, Mary stopped watching The Walking Dead, Chris pronounces Steve Buscemi's name right no matter what Mary says, and Evan might be in a work meeting right now.

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How Do We Human?
People's Sexiest Man Alive Bracket -- Part 1 (with Mary Nguyen)

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 121:24


Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen) returns to help hosts Evan Cox and Chris Binning to determine which of the 32 sexy men to have been awarded People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive title, is in fact the sexiest man. Plus, Mary has a David Beckham impression, Evan learns what himbo means, and Chris can't believe he has to talk about Richard Gere on yet another episode of this podcast.

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Gals Chat by Engineering Gals
S1 Ep2: Boss Moves with Mary Nguyen

Gals Chat by Engineering Gals

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 54:35


Join us in this fun filled episode full of laughter with Mary Nguyen! Mary is a full-time engineer, blogger, and online business owner who uses her experiences to help others break barriers. Her platform is all about sharing resources as not only a woman in STEM, but also as a 2nd-generation immigrant and first-generation graduate. She is here to help others embrace being multi-faceted and overcoming adversities on their journey, whether in STEM or entrepreneurship. Connect with us on social media: Mary Nguyen @marynguyenco Shop MNCO @shopmnco Engineering Gals @engineeringgals Amy Kaur @amydeepkaur Lara Huapaya @larahuapaya --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/engineeringgals/support

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Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
E243 - How These CFCMP Graduates Got Their First $1 Million Under Management

Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 44:59


Raising that first million is the hardest part! Once the first million is invested and you begin to have systems in place, future raises become easier and more attainable. There are many different ways to hit this first milestone, and selecting a path that works best for you is key to your first successful raise.  Our guests for today include Tait Duryea, Sujata Shyam, and Mary Nguyen. These individuals are all incredibly talented and are all in different places in their career, yet have come together to build something great. Being previous members of the CFC Mentorship Program, they were all able to come together to share their experiences and grow together, which has been very motivating and exciting to watch. Today we are going to discuss...   How our guests went from $0 AUM to $1mm+ Identifying quality partners who have different strengths Our guests' experiences in the CFC Mentorship Program and their big key takeaways Learn more about our guest: Episode 10 Episode 132 Episode 194 Mary: https://bluedoorequity.com mary@bluedoorequity.com Tait: https://www.turbinecap.com/ Suja: https://luxe-cap.com/

Tech Unlocked
E18| STEM Advocacy Unlocked with Mary Nguyen

Tech Unlocked

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 39:00


Today, I chat with Mary Nguyen who is a Missile Defensive Engineer, Business Owner, and STEM Blogger & Advocate. She shares her STEM journey as a daughter of immigrants to becoming a first-generation college student to now begin an engineer. Mary's goal is to simply represent the modern career woman in STEM and provide valuable resources for students, careerists, and all boss babes alike. Mary is a Mechanical Engineering graduate and current Missile Defense Engineer. Coming from an immigrant family with limited mentorship and guidance, she found a great part of her calling in advocating for women + minorities in STEM. Her mission is to continually provide tools and resources while uplifting others via her online business and platforms. Like many women in her field, she takes pride in not being your “typical engineer”. Showcasing her journey also means fully embracing her femininity and being multi-faceted. By putting herself out there, she hopes to give others confidence in being vocal and showing up fully.    Key takeaways from this episode: -The soft skills needed to be a missile defense engineer -The most challenging and rewarding part of working in the STEM field -Benefits of having an online personal brand -How to deal with internet trolls -Tips for starting a STEM career in 2020   Connect with Mary : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marynguyenc... Twitter: https://twitter.com/marynguyenco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Marynguyen Website:https://marynguyen.co/   Connect with Grace: Twitter: https://twitter.com/GraceMacjones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracemacjonez/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracemacj...

Two Smart Assets
What you should know about investing in real estate with a self-directed IRA with Mary Nguyen

Two Smart Assets

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 26:54


On today's episode of Two Smart Assets, co-hosts Danny Nickles and Chris Thompson welcome Mary Nguyen to the show. Mary is the founder of Blue Door Equity and shares how her immigrant family’s struggles and hard work led her to investing in real estate. She also illuminates the world of self-directed IRA real estate investment including what to look for in an operator.  Contact Mary Nguyen and find out more about BlueDoor Equity   Email: mary@bluedoorequity.com Website: https://bluedoorequity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluedoorequity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluedoorequity/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluedoorequity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluedoorequity?lang=en Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twosmartassets/ Check out our website for our guide for beginning in Apartment Syndication and other resources to help you start your syndication investment journey: https://twosmartassets.com

Finger Guns Comedy
"Entanglement" with Aisha Alfa and Mary Nguyen

Finger Guns Comedy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 71:21


This week we open the show with a sketch about Trump endorsing Goya. We also talk entanglement” with Aisha Alfa. She’s a hilarious comedian who has a special our right now (exclusive!). See notes below for the link. Mary Nguyen comes back to the show to talk about her new publication The Monolith Humor and Satire! Steve Sotelo gives another special report about the truth behind Goya Beans! http://www.aishaalfa.com/ https://medium.com/the-monolith-humor-satire Join our mailing list at www.fingergunscomedy.com Join our pateron. We making a comedy collective. Check it out! https://www.patreon.com/gofingerguns Follow us! Amelia Gonzalez (https://www.instagram.com/carasdeamelia/) Adam R. Macias (www.instagram.com/adamrmac/) Steve Sotelo (https://www.instagram.com/steve_sotelo) Den’Zel Ward (https://www.instagram.com/sirsuavemente/)

How Do We Human?
Video Calls with Mary Nguyen, Katie Elsaesser & Tory N. Thompson

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 90:17


Returning guests Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen, In A World Podcast), Katie Elsaesser (@elsassypants), and Tory N. Thompson (@tory_is_tnt -- follow Tory's dog @littlemixedmissy) pop in to chat with hosts Evan Cox and Chris Binning about the strange new worlds of teleconferencing, from Skype to Zoom to Google Duo. Plus, Mary watches patio fat cats, Katie could go deep in a bag of caramel M&M's, Tory gives away the secret to the acting industry, Evan stole his friend's apartment, and Chris is still bitter about a movie trivia game show audition from five years ago.

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Vietnamese Portland
Ep. 5: Activism & Community Leadership

Vietnamese Portland

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 40:39


In our last episode of Vietnamese Portland, activists and community leaders described their advocacy work for Portland’s Vietnamese community and other people of color. They tell us about their work in politics, urban planning and healthcare, where they strive for better representation and resources for Vietnamese Americans. We close with a retrospective look through the many narratives in this podcast series. Featuring: Thuy Dam, Phil Duong, Bick Huynh, Chau Huynh, Thi Luong, Tommy Ngo, Chi Nguyen, Jacques Nguyen, Mary Nguyen, Man Ninh, Connie Nguyen-Truong, Adele Pham, Khanh Pham, Vu Pham, Minh Tran, Anthony Truong, Thao Tu, Thuy Tu, Margaret Vu, and Vinh Wong

Vietnamese Portland
Ep. 3: Language & Education

Vietnamese Portland

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 35:03


Community members discuss the language and cultural barriers they faced in Portland. They also share their varied experiences navigating Portland’s school system and going to college. Parents and students discuss the difficulties of assimilating into American society while preserving their Vietnamese culture, language and traditions. Featuring: Phil Duong, Bick Huynh, Khuong Le, Thi Luong, Dao Ngo, Tommy Ngo, Chi Nguyen, Mary Nguyen, Connie Nguyen-Truong, Khan Pham, Thai Tien Nguyen, Minh Tran, Thao Tu, Thuy Tu, Vinh Wong, and Loan Ziehl

VHIA Weekly Podcast
Episode 144 - CWMS Final Report

VHIA Weekly Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 8:50


In Episode 144, Workplace Relations Legal Officer Jim Babalis is joined by Mary Nguyen, Workplace Relations Advisor to discuss the CWMS Final Report. Watch Episode 144 here - https://tinyurl.com/vhia-episode144

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VHIA Weekly Podcast
Episode 143 - HACSU Log of Claims

VHIA Weekly Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 10:38


In Episode 143, Workplace Relations Legal Officer Jim Babalis is joined by Mary Nguyen, Workplace Relations Advisor to discuss the Health and Community Services Union (HACSU) log of claims. Watch Episode 143 here - https://tinyurl.com/vhia-episode143

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VHIA Weekly Podcast
Episode 141 - Regular & Systematic Casual: Unfair Dismissal

VHIA Weekly Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 10:42


In Episode 141, Emma Scott and Mary Nguyen discuss the definition of a regular and systematic work for a casual employee’s protection from unfair dismissal. Discussion starts at the 1.41 time mark. Watch Episode 141 here - https://tinyurl.com/vhia-episode141

How Do We Human?
The How Do We Human Oscars Extravaganza!

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 108:24


The stars are out tonight to talk all about the Academy Awards, and awards in general! Receiving her second nomination for best How Do We Human guest, Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen, In A World podcast). Also racking up his second nomination, Wes Selby (@wesselby). And, a newcomer, with his very first nomination, Adam Macias (@adamrmac, In A World podcast, Finger Guns podcast). And trying to reign all this chaos in, your hosts, Evan Cox and Chris Binning!

Uchronia 101 - History Lessons Within Parallel Timelines
What If Star Wars Flopped in 1977

Uchronia 101 - History Lessons Within Parallel Timelines

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 38:52


The original Star Wars,  created by George Lucas,  became a worldwide pop-culture phenomenon. The franchise has been expanded into various films and other media, including television series, video games, novels, comic books, theme park attractions and themed areas, comprising an all-encompassing fictional universe. The franchise holds a Guinness World Records title for the "Most successful film merchandising franchise."  But what if that 1977 movie flopped?  How would that impact stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and  Carrie Fisher?  What about George Lucas?  Let's not forget about Hollywood.....this week, PUG and the Dr.  are joined by Mary Nguyen and Adam Macias of In A World Podcast to discuss this what if. Find out more about In A World Podcast In a World is a podcast where the host, Mary Nguyen, and her guest dissect a box office bombed film. They also pitch how they would've fixed the film to make it a hit the film should've been.WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter 

Finger Guns Comedy
The Blacklist w/ Jada Rodriguez and Mary Nguyen

Finger Guns Comedy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 70:50


This week we are joined by actor and writer Jada Rodriguez. She talks about how she wrote a script about Marvel's Ironheart and got featured by The Blacklist with a score of 8! She explains how becoming Avenger's Trash helped her write the script and it all started in an improv practice group! We are also joined by podcaster and writer Mary Nguyen who puts in her two cents about Marvel. Adam gets a phone call from a mysterious agent in the middle of the show that may or may not have a vendetta against Jada. All that and so much more on Finger Guns Comedy! We have shirts! Get your Finger Guns swag here! https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/6732403-finger-guns-comedy Check out Mary's Show In A World Podcast! https://www.inaworldpod.com/ Go check out our new website www.fingergunscomedy.com Leave us a review on itunes! apple.co/34Y3rNL Follow us on Facebook, twitter, and instagram for extra content on the show!
 twitter.com/gofingerguns
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 www.instagram.com/gofingerguns/ Featuring:
 Jada Rodriguez (https://www.instagram.com/dearrodriguez/) Mary HB Nguyen (https://www.instagram.com/maryhbnguyen/) Adam R. Macias (www.instagram.com/adamrmac/

VHIA Weekly Podcast
Episode 133 - Whistleblower Protections

VHIA Weekly Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 14:50


In Episode 133, Jim Babalis and Mary Nguyen discuss the complex subject of whistleblower protections and break down the recent legislative changes. Discussion starts at the 2.35 time mark.   Watch Episode 133 here - https://tinyurl.com/vhia-episode133

How Do We Human?
High School Crushes with Mary Nguyen

How Do We Human?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2019 87:56


Host of In A World podcast Mary Nguyen (@maryhbnguyen) joins hosts Evan Cox and Chris Binning as they venture into dangerous territory: an entire episode on High School Crushes! Plus, Mary has a new tattoo, Evan thrives in email world, and Chris is soliciting suggestions to help him organize his movie collection.

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The OT School House for School-Based OTs Podcast
OTSH 38: Creating a Referral Process & School-Based Occupational Therapy Manual

The OT School House for School-Based OTs Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2019 63:51


In this episode, Jayson lets Danielle Delorenzo, OTR/L take the mic along with the colleague My Bui OTR/L, and soon to be OTR/Ls Michelle Vuong, Mary Nguyen, & Rivka Negin Rahmani (Students in the Stanbridge University Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy Program at the time of the recording). This fantastic group of OTs and OT students shares how they developed an evidence-based referral process and occupational therapy manual. This group has spent over a year together working on this manual for a school district in Southern California and recently presented their manual in a presentation at the Western Regional Occupational Therapy Symposium in San Diego. With any luck, they may also be presenting at #AOTA2019 in Boston, Ma. This podcast qualifies as a Professional Development Podcast and you can earn 1 online contact hour when you listen and take the online quiz.  Interested in learning more about the special guests in this episode, simply head on over to otschoolhouse.com/episode38Purpose Therapy Box Find the perfect OT gift for yourself or your favorite OTP! Use promo OTSchoolHouse for 10% off!Back To School ConferenceLearn more & register for the OT School House: Back to School Conference before early bird registration ends!

Finger Guns Comedy
Guy Fieri's Shirt And The Weather Machine w/Mary Nguyen, Gabe Durham, and Eric Pastore

Finger Guns Comedy

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2019 74:17


This week Finger Guns Comedy brings you a very special episode! It's a Mexican standoff with three members of the FG Crew and THREE guests! We welcome Mary Nguyen from the In A World Podcast (that Adam Produces), and Gabe and Eric from The Podyssey Podcast. They talk about podcasting, what their shows are about. Mary manages to tell it pretty syntactically. Gabe and Eric on the other hand, not so much. Then, during Mary's hot take about the weather we discover that Eric has a weather machine. A bidding war starts that ends up with Jason Mantzoukas! All that and more on Finger Guns Comedy! Featuring Mary Nguyen, Gabe Durham, Eric Pastore, Danny Carpenter, Edward James, and Adam R. Macias Follow In A World Podcast (https://www.instagram.com/iawpod/)The Podyssey Podcast (https://www.instagram.com/thepodyssey/) If you like what you hear please leave us a five star review on iTunes. It really helps out the show. itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/finge…d1293975889?mt=2 Subscribe to our youtube channel! www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnmcTNqlCTRV3_dJaxL1yA Find us at gofingerguns on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram and give us a like and a follow. www.twitter.com/gofingerguns www.facebook.com/gofingerguns www.instagram.com/gofingerguns/

Teacher Interview Podcast

This episode, we sit down with Mary Nguyen, who teaches at Laguna Road Elementary School. She discusses her approach to risk-taking, innovation and trying something new.

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Talk Digital To Me Podcast
003: Having a Safe Space with Mary Nguyen, NASA

Talk Digital To Me Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 27:58


Mary is a Structural Engineer at NASA supporting the Space Launch System (SLS) program. It is her job to help analyze NASA's Special Test Equipment to ensure the passing of safety standards and America's return to outer-space! She is also a blogger who highlights her personal experiences and insights in thriving in STEM and refers to herself as a STEMinist. On the third episode of TDTM, I talk to Mary about her path to NASA and what it's like being responsible for the safety of our men and women in space.

In a World Podcast
EP01 - Legend "You call that a kiss?"

In a World Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 53:52


The premiere of In a World Podcast, in which our host, Mary Nguyen, and multi-talented guest, Talia Honomichl (Instagram: @talialalaia), dissect the box office bombed film LEGEND (1985). They'll talk about baby boy Tom Cruise, their hots for Tim Curry and goblins. Like, Subscribe, Rate & Review! Opening theme by J-Kraken (insta/twitter) Follow In a World Podcast: Twitter/Instagram: @IAWPod Facebook: @inaworldpod  

Triple F - Fashion, Fitness, and of course Food
Episode 071: Mary Nguyen Aregoni

Triple F - Fashion, Fitness, and of course Food

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2017 40:27


Mary Nguyen Aregoni received her BBA in Marketing from Xavier University in 1989 and her MSBA in International Business from Johns Hopkins University in 1994. Ms. Aregoni has a notable background as an IT Systems Manager with a 20 year career working for Procter & Gamble (1989-2009) working in various locations such as Chicago, New York, Brussels, Cincinnati and Baltimore. Mary decided she wanted to fulfill a dream of owning her own business and she wanted to have a restaurant where she could share her Vietnamese heritage with others. A restaurant where a diner could engage in food travel tourism through delectable Southeast Asian cuisine specifically Vietnamese and Thai. In 2009 she launched her restaurant Saigon Sisters which was also the year when the economic climate was not conducive to new ventures Mary knew her background in corporate strategy, marketing and analytics would serve her well combined with the support of her encouraging mother, sister and husband. Mary began the realization of her dream. Having spent her early years in the war-torn country of Vietnam where her Mother and Grandmother were once successful business women Mary as a child fled with her family to Thailand. Eventually they made their way to the U.S. where they had to start over. They had nothing except for drive, determination and the ability to adapt. Mary was taught that having a strong foundation was crucial for building a life of possibilities and as such Education and Knowledge were key components. Mary feels it is really about having a mental mindset that you will succeed. Fear is not an option. It is about knowing the risks and managing them. It is a privilege to do what you want in life. It's not easy being an entrepreneur, it is critical to be prepared, have the upfront capital, know that there will be long hours and accept that there will be failure but know how to navigate the hard times and above all know that you can't do it alone. You need support. With a restaurant it is about having the right team, the food, the ambience, knowing your customers. knowing what they want, need in a dining experience and Marketing. People need to know who you are. These are the reasons that in an extremely difficult business sector coupled with challenging economic conditions Mary Nguyen Aregoni has thrived. Saigon Sisters which offers fast casual dining and catering services from its three locations across Chicago including: French Market, Lake Street, Northwestern Memorial and the much anticipated O'Hare airport location. She also recently launched a new brand Bang Chop Thai Kitchen last year which serves authentic Thai cuisine also in downtown Chicago. Since opening day in 2009 Saigon Sisters, Chicagoans have embraced the pho (soup), spring rolls, banh mi (sandwiches), and more. The famed Michelin Guide and Zagat rave over the cuisine. Saigon Sisters has won numerous accolades and Mary Nguyen Aregoni has shown once again that hard work, being authentic, and following your dream is possible if you really believe in yourself and your products. www.saigonsisters.com www.bangchopthai.com