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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for May 26, 2025 is: commemorate • kuh-MEM-uh-rayt • verb Something, such as a plaque, statue, or parade, is said to commemorate an event, person, etc. when it serves as a memorial; it exists or is done in order to recall the event or person. A person or group commemorates an event, person, etc. by doing something special in order to remember and honor that event or person. // The plaque commemorates the battle that took place here 200 years ago. // Each year on this date we commemorate our ancestors with a special ceremony. See the entry > Examples: “Over the past year, members of the Vietnamese community have hosted a series of 50 events to commemorate the 50 years since they arrived in New Orleans. They have ranged from cooking classes and festivals to art shows and panel discussions. Last week, more than 500 Vietnamese Americans from across the United States gathered for the 50th reunion of former residents of the fishing region, Phuoc Tinh, located in Vietnam.” — Sophia Germer, The New Orleans Advocate, 11 Apr. 2025 Did you know? When you remember something, you are mindful of it. And you are especially mindful when you commemorate something, formalizing your remembrance by doing something special, such as attending a parade or taking part in a ceremony. It's appropriate, therefore, that commemorate and other related memory-associated words (including memorable, memorial, remember, and memory itself) come from the Latin root memor, meaning “mindful.” English speakers have been marking the memory of important events with commemorate since the late 16th century.

Fifty years ago, thousands of Vietnamese refugees arrived in America with little more than the clothes on their backs and memories of a homeland left behind. In the second of this three-episode series, we explore how they transformed themselves from displaced people into one of America's most vibrant communities.

"I learned about who my mother is by tracking down the plastic surgeon who killed [her]." In this episode, Lesley Jane Seymour talks with Susan Lieu, Vietnamese American author and performer, about her journey from corporate life to the creative stage. After losing her mother young, Lieu pursued success in academia and international development—until she found her calling in storytelling. Through her memoir The Manicurist's Daughterand solo show 140lbs: How Beauty Killed My Mother, she explores identity, intergenerational trauma, and healing. With warmth and humor, Lieu shares how to reinvent yourself with reflection, community, and bold action. About the Guest: Susan Lieu is a Vietnamese-American author, playwright, and performer who tells stories that refuse to be forgotten. Her solo show "140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother” evolved into her memoir, The Manicurist's Daughter (Celadon), which has been featured in The New York Times, NPR Books, Elle Magazine, LA Times, and The Washington Post.    Connect: Website Instagram   Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour: Website Instagram LinkedIn Substack If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join me on Substack. Until next time, keep reinventing!  

Ocean Vuong is a Vietnamese American poet, essayist, novelist and professor of modern poetry and poetics at New York University. Some of you may already be familiar with his best-selling debut novel, On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous, which received a MacArthur “Genius” grant and was nominated for the National Book Award for Fiction in 2019.  Vuong's award-winning poetry collections include, Time Is a Mother (2022) and Night Sky with Exit Wounds (2016).  His latest novel is  “The Emperor of Gladness. A Novel.”   

In episode 302 of Brown Water Banter, we talk with Emma and Jen from Gulf Coast Vietnamese Narratives. We dive into the Vietnamese-American experience along the Gulf Coast. We're spotlighting the voices, culture, and legacy of a resilient community that rebuilt their lives after the Vietnam War — right here in Mississippi. From shrimp boats to family traditions, this episode is packed with heartfelt stories and cultural insight. Download our app: Apple Here  Android Here Also big thanks to Southern Magnolia Smiles, Forever Young Men's and Women Health, and Taylor and Cox Law Firm,  for the support!  Want to be a part of the pelican gang? Check out our merch here. 

In the first installment of a three-part series, we explore the chaotic final days of April 1975, when thousands of South Vietnamese citizens desperately sought escape as North Vietnamese forces closed in on Saigon. You'll hear firsthand accounts from both sides of this massive evacuation, and from those who were part of the waves of exodus that followed.

Ocean Vuong is perhaps best-known for his 2019 novel “On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous” and deeply intimate poetry collections such as “Night Sky with Exit Wounds” (2016) and “Time Is a Mother” (2022). In his new novel, the Vietnamese-American author tells the story of friendship and acting with kindness even when you're filled with hopelessness. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Send us a textWelcome to Caribbean Adjacent, a brand-new series within the Carry On Friends Podcast! Randy Pulayya is back on the podcast and this time he is with his wife Shauna. They are dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind West Indies Pepper Sauce, From meeting at JFK Airport to blending their Guyanese and Vietnamese-American backgrounds, Randy and Shauna share their journey of embracing each other's traditions, preserving cultural legacies, and raising a new generation proud of both heritages. This episode is filled with heartwarming stories, travel adventures, cultural insights, laughs and, of course, a little spice! Connect with Randy, Shauna + West Indies Peppa Sauce: Website | InstagramSubscribe to the Newsletter Support How to Support Carry On Friends Join the Community:Sign up for one of our paid memberships to access "The After Show", early episode releases, exclusive content and connect with like-minded individuals. JOIN TODAY! Donate:If you believe in our mission and want to help amplify Caribbean voices, consider making a donation. Get Merch:Support Carry On Friends by purchasing merchandise from our store. Connect with @carryonfriends - Instagram | Facebook | YouTube A Breadfruit Media Production

In November, Orange County Congressman Derek Tran became the first Vietnamese American to represent Little Saigon in Washington, D.C. Tran barely defeated Republican incumbent Michelle Steel, helping Democrats flip three California House seats from red to blue. Scott and Marisa talk with Tran about representing a very purple district and his father's harrowing story as a refugee after the Vietnam War.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we're excited to welcome Carolyn Huynh, the author of Books & Boba pick The Fortunes of Jaded Women, to discuss her sophomore novel, The Family Recipe, another dramedy about a messy Vietnamese American family, this time following the estranged scions of a banh mi empire who are thrown into competition with each other for their inheritance by their eccentric father. Follow Carolyn on Instagram at @carolynkhuynh and check out her latest novel The Family Recipe available now on the Books & Boba bookshop!Books & Boba is a podcast dedicated to reading and featuring books by Asian and Asian American authorsSupport the Books & Boba Podcast by:Joining our Patreon to receive exclusive perksPurchasing books at our bookshopRocking our Books & Boba merchFollow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:InstagramTwitterGoodreadsFacebookThe Books & Boba May 2025 pick is Blob by Maggie SuThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective

Students at East Kentwood High School interviewed their family members about their immigration stories in a project marking the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon. They will be sharing those stories this week at events celebrating West Michigan's Vietnamese American community. GUESTS: Le Tran, art teacher at East Kentwood High School Christina Le, junior at East Kentwood and one of the student speakers at GR Stories event EVENT DETAILS: GR Stories: This is our home now, 50 years of building community after Saigon May 7 @ the Grand Rapids Public Museum, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 50 Years After Saigon: Vietnamese Stories of a New Home May 9 @ The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Susan Lieu shares her journey as a Vietnamese American storyteller focused on intergenerational healing. She discusses her memoir, 'The Manicurist's Daughter,' which explores her mother's tragic death and the impact of trauma on family dynamics. The conversation delves into the complexities of cultural identity, the role of art in healing, and the challenges of navigating family expectations. Susan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, emotional intimacy, and the need to let in joy while addressing the weight of societal and familial pressures. Through her experiences, she inspires listeners to embrace their stories and seek healing.Resources & Next Steps:Want to break free from perfectionism and self-doubt? Explore guided audios in Judy's shop: https://www.judytsuei.com/shopStay connected for more real, raw conversations:

Wednesday marked 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. As a result of the north's victory, an estimated 120,000 Vietnamese refugees fled to communities all over the U.S. — including to San José. Today, it's hard to imagine San José without the Vietnamese American community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The end of the war in Vietnam scattered Vietnamese refugees across the globe. Dorchester is home to three-quarters of Massachusetts' Vietnamese-American population. This week, hundreds gathered to mark the anniversary with food, song and an immersive installation.

It's the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon. We talk with Cyndi Nguyen about it and the Vietnamese-American community in our area.

* We'll talk with Dr. Stephen Kantrow from LSU Health New Orleans about his work treating smokers and vapers and his experience at the state Capitol last week when he testified at a hearing. * It's the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon. We'll talk with Cyndi Nguyen about it and the Vietnamese-American community in our area.

We spend some time with Tuong Vu from the University of Oregon about the Vietnam War and the history of the Vietnamese in America.

* We spend some time with Tuong Vu from the University of Oregon about the Vietnam War and the history of the Vietnamese in America. * We get another update on Mississippi River levels with Ricky Boyett from the Army Corps of Engineers.

At the January 6th Capitol insurrection, rioters waved Confederate, MAGA, and Trump-as-Rambo flags. Easy to miss without knowing the design was a bright yellow flag with three red stripes — the flag of South Vietnam.There were actually several confounding international flags present at the Capitol riot that day: the Canadian, Indian, South Korean flags, all were spotted somewhere in the mayhem. But what was peculiar about the Vietnamese flag being there was that it's not technically the flag of Vietnam but the Republic of Vietnam, a country that no longer exists. And what this flag stands for (or should stand for) remains a really contentious issue for the Vietnamese American community.This episode originally aired in 2021.Changing Stripes Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

This month marks 50 years since the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. It’s also the anniversary of many Vietnamese families arriving to start a new life in the Pacific Northwest. Thousands of people fled the country and became refugees in 1975, and many of those people ended up on the west coast of the United States. According to the census data, there are now more than 37,000 Vietnamese Oregonians. We’ll hear from a few of them.    Van Le and Allen Luong are organizing a series of art exhibits featuring paintings by Le’s late father to mark the anniversary and look towards the future. OPB arts and culture producer Steven Tonthat, whose parents emigrated from Vietnam, shares his perspective. And we hear from Thuy Huyen, whose harrowing story of escaping her home country was featured in OPB’s documentary “The Vietnam War Oregon Remembers.”   For more Evergreen episodes and to share your voice with us, visit our showpage. Follow OPB on Instagram, and follow host Jenn Chávez too. You can sign up for OPB’s newsletters to get what you need in your inbox regularly.   Don’t forget to check out our many podcasts, which can be found on any of your favorite podcast apps: Hush Timber Wars Season 2: Salmon Wars Politics Now Think Out Loud And many more! Check out our full show list here.

In the latest episode of the Nomad Futurist Podcast, co-hosts Nabeel Mahmood and Phillip Koblence, sit down with Mike Nguyen, CEO and Founder of Inflect, for a compelling conversation that bridges personal history, entrepreneurial drive, and the future of digital infrastructure. Nguyen's career took an unexpected turn when he discovered his passion for medicine was actually driven by a desire to run a business, not practice medicine. This realization led him to explore telecom sales during the dot-com boom, ultimately paving the way for his entrepreneurial ventures: "The appeal of being a doctor, when I really broke it down, was becoming a businessperson. It wasn't actually the medicine aspects of it." At Inflect, Nguyen built a platform that simplifies global access to digital infrastructure, enabling organizations to easily connect with the resources they need. With a clear vision and a user-first approach, he and his team are redefining how businesses access critical digital tools: "Our simple mission is to make it easy for anybody in the world to find the infrastructure they need to build great apps and connect to their employees, their customers, themselves." The conversation takes a personal turn as Nguyen reflects on his Vietnamese-American immigrant experience, sharing how his family's escape from post-war Vietnam shaped his resilience and entrepreneurial spirit: "For us, it wasn't really a dream — it was escaping a nightmare… It was about getting to a point where you can be somewhat stable and start rebuilding a community." Nguyen encountered significant setbacks throughout his career, including positions at companies that collapsed during the telecom bust. However, he turned these challenges into opportunities by launching his own ventures: "Every company I touched ended up collapsing… Then I started a business, and they keep trying to kill me, but they can't." His determination exemplifies the resilience needed to succeed in volatile industries, showcasing how personal history, adaptability, and entrepreneurial vision can come together to drive success. To stay connected with Mike Nguyen, follow him on LinkedIn.

Support Lorenzo on Patreon.com Guest speaker: Lorenzo Hagerty & Voices by AI PROGRAM NOTES: When a chemical spill devastates a coastal North Carolina town, Vietnamese American lawyer Minh Nguyen—who has always kept his heritage separate from his professional life—finds himself unexpectedly leading both the environmental battle and his community's response. As he fights corporate negligence and government corruption alongside his three talented sons, Minh discovers that true belonging doesn't come from assimilation, but from advocacy. An Outsider's Journey is a powerful story about environmental justice, immigrant identity, and a family realizing that embracing their roots is the key to finding their place in America.

In Kevin Nguyen's latest novel, a series of violent attacks leads the United States government to incarcerate all Vietnamese Americans in various camps throughout the country. The novel, titled My Documents, follows a group of cousins sent to different camps who attempt to figure out how to change their circumstances. Nguyen talks about his book ahead of an April 9 event at Books Are Magic.

Join host Paige as she chats with SoCal artist and designer Jaclynne Anne about her inspiring transition from teaching English to thriving in the Comic-Con scene with her literature-inspired illustrations. Jaclynne shares insider tips on applying for conventions, setting up a booth, and balancing a corporate career with creative entrepreneurship. She also reflects on her journey as a Vietnamese American artist, turning a passion project into a sustainable business. Whether you're an artist looking to break into conventions or a creative entrepreneur seeking balance, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate your own artistic path.

On this week's episode of Women Speak — a segment on Northeast Newscast — hosts Northeast News Editor-in-Chief, Julia Williams and former Missouri House Representative for District 19 Ingrid Burnett sat down with Founder and Executive Director of Hella Good Deeds, Béty Lê Shackelford to continue our series on women who influence policy. Lê Shackelford — a first-generation, Vietnamese American — is originally from the Bay Area in California. After moving to the Kansas City metro a few years ago, she began work with Columbus Park's Café Cà Phê owner, Jackie Nguyen to work toward Asian hate prevention in Kansas City. Through this, “Hella Good Deeds,” was created as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Throughout this episode, Lê Shackelford shares her journey and future hopes for the nonprofit as well as pivotal people who have inspired her along the way. Burnett and Williams additionally discuss happenings within the Missouri State House in Jefferson city — including government finances and what causes or organizations some of these funds are being allocated toward. The co-hosts additionally share information on the upcoming April 8 school board election. Of items mentioned is the school bond ballot measure informational session and presentation, which will be held from 5 to 6 p.m., on Wednesday, April 2 at the Kansas City Public Library's North-East branch (6000 Wilson Ave.) in “Meeting Room A.” Music used within Women Speak episodes is a song called “Ready to Talk” by Kansas City local artist Honeybee and the group's lead female vocalist, Makayala Scott. Ready to Talk is off of Honeybee's first studio extended play (EP) record, “Saturn Return,” which was released in March 2024. Honeybee's latest single “I Wish I knew You Then,” is now available on its streaming platforms. “I wish I Knew You Then” and additionally Honeybee tracks are available on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, TIDAL and Youtube Music. *Disclaimer* Ready to Talk and any future Honeybee songs used by The Northeast News within the Women Speak podcasts are courtesy of and approved by Makalya Scott and Honeybee under proper copyright law. Honeybee songs are not royalty free nor subject to free use and should not be used by additional publications or organizations without proper consent. 

In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Susan Lieu, a Vietnamese American playwright, performer, and author, who shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery after losing her mother at a young age. Through her art, Susan has found a way to process her pain, reclaim her narrative, and inspire others to embrace vulnerability and the power of storytelling.Susan takes us through her childhood as the daughter of Vietnamese refugees, growing up in a bustling household filled with extended family. She recounts the pivotal moment when, at just 11 years old, her mother tragically passed away due to complications from plastic surgery. This loss not only shattered Susan's world but also led to years of silence and unresolved grief within her family.The conversation also touches on the broader implications of intergenerational trauma and the expectations placed upon children of immigrants. Breaking the Silence: A Journey of Healing Through ArtHow Susan found her voice and began to process her grief through solo performanceThe power of storytelling in uncovering family secrets and healing generational traumaNavigating cultural expectations and finding the courage to pursue a creative pathEmbracing Vulnerability and AuthenticityThe challenges of sharing deeply personal stories on stage and in writingHow Susan's journey has impacted her relationships with family membersThe ripple effect of vulnerability and its power to inspire othersRedefining Success and Finding PurposeSusan's transition from corporate life to full-time artistryThe importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-careHow becoming a mother has shifted Susan's perspective on her own childhood experiencesAs you listen to this episode, consider:How have unspoken family stories shaped your own life and relationships?In what ways might sharing your own vulnerable experiences help others feel less alone?How can you take small, daily steps towards living a more authentic and fulfilling life?Join us for this inspiring conversation that reminds us of the healing power of storytelling and the beauty of embracing our whole selves – imperfections and all.Susan Lieu is a multi-hyphenate storyteller, activist, and author. Through her book, podcast, and live performances, Susan takes audiences on a journey of healing intergenerational trauma, embracing authenticity, and finding boldness in vulnerability.Susan is the creator of her theatrical solo show "140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother," which received critical acclaim from the LA Times, NPR, and American Theatre. Her debut memoir, The Manicurist's Daughter (Celadon), is an Apple Book Pick of the Month and Must Listen of the Month, and has received accolades from The New York Times, NPR Books, Elle Magazine, and The Washington Post. www.susanlieu.meIG: @susanlieu @celadonbooks, @modelminoritymomsFB: www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/#themanicuristsdaughter #whenwefeelweheal Resources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments...

Betty Duong made history in November by becoming the first Vietnamese-American leader elected to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Host Nick Preciado chats with Duong about her background and vision for the future.

“ Vietnam is the number two producer of coffee in the world, which blew my mind because I didn't know that as a Vietnamese American.” - Sarah NguyenRevisiting this conversation reminded me why I started this podcast—to amplify powerful stories, and Sarah Nguyen's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Her passion for reshaping the global coffee industry, advocating for Vietnamese coffee farmers, and pushing for diversity and transparency is exactly the kind of discussion that makes podcasting so rewarding.What stood out most was Sarah's deep connection to her heritage and her unwavering commitment to redefining the perception of Vietnamese coffee in the U.S. She broke down long-held misconceptions about Robusta beans and exposed how "Vietnamese coffee" is often misrepresented in specialty cafés. But her mission extends beyond coffee—it's about cultural preservation, economic empowerment, and challenging industry biases.Beyond the coffee industry, we explored themes of identity, language, and the Asian American experience. Sarah's openness about her family's refugee journey and the broader challenges facing the AAPI community added an important layer of depth to our conversation. Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting it in this remastered edition, this episode remains just as powerful. From her surreal Drew Barrymore moment to her insights on sustainability and ethical sourcing, this conversation is packed with energy, authenticity, and game-changing ideas.Key Takeaways:Vietnam's Coffee Industry is Vastly"Send me a message!"7 Bridges Brewing Co. - An award winning Vietnamese craft brewery from Da Nang, with breweries across Vietnam!Rabbit Hole Irish Sports Bar - Check out their new location on Tran Nao with the best views in the city over Landmark 81! Try Descript for free here! Want to start a podcast? Book a Discovery Call with me on how Seven Million Bikes Podcasts can help you!Support the show

Jeff and Phil welcome veteran actor Dustin Nguyen, star of the indie crime drama The Accidental Getaway Driver, a uniquely Vietnamese American story -- inspired by true events -- surprisingly told as a humanistic character study. He talks about the rage, hurt and loneliness of his character; his decades-spanning career journey and the evolution of his roles in Hollywood, from 21 Jump Street to V.I.P.; and his transition to filmmaking in Vietnam (and back). Also: The Good, The Bad, and The WTF of making The Accidental Getaway Driver.

Danny Tran is a stand-up comic that recently transplanted to Dallas, TX and is quickly making a name for himself in the local comedy scene and in other clubs around the country. Danny is one of the few comics that I knew very little about before bringing him. on the show. The only thing I knew for sure is that he is a funny stand-up comic. By chance I wore my 2024 Dallas marathon shirt only to discover that Danny and I both ran the same marathon before meeting each other. I also spent a decent amount of time explaining to him that I think he should attempt to write and perform comedy in Vietnamese for Vietnamese Americans. Time will tell if he thought this was a good idea. And of course we talk a lot about comedy. Be sure to check out Danny live but for now, enjoy the show! I'M A FAN OF LINKS: https://linktr.ee/Imafanof Danny Tran Links: EPK: www.dannytrancomedy.com/epk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannytrancomedy/  

Nearly fifty years after the end of the war in Vietnam, American children of Vietnamese refugees continue to process the meanings of the war and its consequences through creative work. Displacing Kinship: The Intimacies of Intergenerational Trauma in Vietnamese American Cultural Production (Temple UP, 2024) examines how Vietnamese American cultural productions register lived experiences of racism in their depictions of family life and marginalization. Second-generation texts illustrate how the children of refugees from Vietnam are haunted by trauma and a violent, ever-present, but mostly unarticulated past. Linh Thủy Nguyễn's analysis reveals that present experiences of economic insecurity and racism also shape these narratives of familial loss. Developing a theory of intergenerational trauma, Nguyễn rethinks how U.S. imperialism, the discourse of communism, and assimilation impacted families across generations. Through ethnic studies and feminist and queer-of-color critique, Displacing Kinship offers a critical approach for reading family tensions and interpersonal conflict as affective investments informed by the material, structural conditions of white supremacy and racial capitalism. She was recently featured in an interview regarding her monograph with Toward Inclusive Excellence (TIE) of Choice, apublishing unit of the Association of College and Research Libraries. The complete interview is available at www.choice360.org/tie-post/tie-talks-with-linh-thuy-nguyen/. Linh Thủy Nguyễn, PhD, is associate professor of American ethnic studies; adjunct associate professor of gender, women's, and sexuality studies; and faculty associate in the Center for Southeast Asia and its Diasporas and the Harry Bridges Labor Center at the University of Washington. Her research explores the interpersonal and structural relationships between history, memory, race, war, migration, nation, and family. You can find more at linhthuynguyen.com. Camellia (Linh) Pham is a PhD student in Comparative Literature at Harvard. Her research explores modern Vietnamese literature, literary translation across French, Vietnamese, English, and Chinese, and the literary history of French Indochina. She can be reached at cpham@g.harvard.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Nearly fifty years after the end of the war in Vietnam, American children of Vietnamese refugees continue to process the meanings of the war and its consequences through creative work. Displacing Kinship: The Intimacies of Intergenerational Trauma in Vietnamese American Cultural Production (Temple UP, 2024) examines how Vietnamese American cultural productions register lived experiences of racism in their depictions of family life and marginalization. Second-generation texts illustrate how the children of refugees from Vietnam are haunted by trauma and a violent, ever-present, but mostly unarticulated past. Linh Thủy Nguyễn's analysis reveals that present experiences of economic insecurity and racism also shape these narratives of familial loss. Developing a theory of intergenerational trauma, Nguyễn rethinks how U.S. imperialism, the discourse of communism, and assimilation impacted families across generations. Through ethnic studies and feminist and queer-of-color critique, Displacing Kinship offers a critical approach for reading family tensions and interpersonal conflict as affective investments informed by the material, structural conditions of white supremacy and racial capitalism. She was recently featured in an interview regarding her monograph with Toward Inclusive Excellence (TIE) of Choice, apublishing unit of the Association of College and Research Libraries. The complete interview is available at www.choice360.org/tie-post/tie-talks-with-linh-thuy-nguyen/. Linh Thủy Nguyễn, PhD, is associate professor of American ethnic studies; adjunct associate professor of gender, women's, and sexuality studies; and faculty associate in the Center for Southeast Asia and its Diasporas and the Harry Bridges Labor Center at the University of Washington. Her research explores the interpersonal and structural relationships between history, memory, race, war, migration, nation, and family. You can find more at linhthuynguyen.com. Camellia (Linh) Pham is a PhD student in Comparative Literature at Harvard. Her research explores modern Vietnamese literature, literary translation across French, Vietnamese, English, and Chinese, and the literary history of French Indochina. She can be reached at cpham@g.harvard.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/asian-american-studies

Nearly fifty years after the end of the war in Vietnam, American children of Vietnamese refugees continue to process the meanings of the war and its consequences through creative work. Displacing Kinship: The Intimacies of Intergenerational Trauma in Vietnamese American Cultural Production (Temple UP, 2024) examines how Vietnamese American cultural productions register lived experiences of racism in their depictions of family life and marginalization. Second-generation texts illustrate how the children of refugees from Vietnam are haunted by trauma and a violent, ever-present, but mostly unarticulated past. Linh Thủy Nguyễn's analysis reveals that present experiences of economic insecurity and racism also shape these narratives of familial loss. Developing a theory of intergenerational trauma, Nguyễn rethinks how U.S. imperialism, the discourse of communism, and assimilation impacted families across generations. Through ethnic studies and feminist and queer-of-color critique, Displacing Kinship offers a critical approach for reading family tensions and interpersonal conflict as affective investments informed by the material, structural conditions of white supremacy and racial capitalism. She was recently featured in an interview regarding her monograph with Toward Inclusive Excellence (TIE) of Choice, apublishing unit of the Association of College and Research Libraries. The complete interview is available at www.choice360.org/tie-post/tie-talks-with-linh-thuy-nguyen/. Linh Thủy Nguyễn, PhD, is associate professor of American ethnic studies; adjunct associate professor of gender, women's, and sexuality studies; and faculty associate in the Center for Southeast Asia and its Diasporas and the Harry Bridges Labor Center at the University of Washington. Her research explores the interpersonal and structural relationships between history, memory, race, war, migration, nation, and family. You can find more at linhthuynguyen.com. Camellia (Linh) Pham is a PhD student in Comparative Literature at Harvard. Her research explores modern Vietnamese literature, literary translation across French, Vietnamese, English, and Chinese, and the literary history of French Indochina. She can be reached at cpham@g.harvard.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Nearly fifty years after the end of the war in Vietnam, American children of Vietnamese refugees continue to process the meanings of the war and its consequences through creative work. Displacing Kinship: The Intimacies of Intergenerational Trauma in Vietnamese American Cultural Production (Temple UP, 2024) examines how Vietnamese American cultural productions register lived experiences of racism in their depictions of family life and marginalization. Second-generation texts illustrate how the children of refugees from Vietnam are haunted by trauma and a violent, ever-present, but mostly unarticulated past. Linh Thủy Nguyễn's analysis reveals that present experiences of economic insecurity and racism also shape these narratives of familial loss. Developing a theory of intergenerational trauma, Nguyễn rethinks how U.S. imperialism, the discourse of communism, and assimilation impacted families across generations. Through ethnic studies and feminist and queer-of-color critique, Displacing Kinship offers a critical approach for reading family tensions and interpersonal conflict as affective investments informed by the material, structural conditions of white supremacy and racial capitalism. She was recently featured in an interview regarding her monograph with Toward Inclusive Excellence (TIE) of Choice, apublishing unit of the Association of College and Research Libraries. The complete interview is available at www.choice360.org/tie-post/tie-talks-with-linh-thuy-nguyen/. Linh Thủy Nguyễn, PhD, is associate professor of American ethnic studies; adjunct associate professor of gender, women's, and sexuality studies; and faculty associate in the Center for Southeast Asia and its Diasporas and the Harry Bridges Labor Center at the University of Washington. Her research explores the interpersonal and structural relationships between history, memory, race, war, migration, nation, and family. You can find more at linhthuynguyen.com. Camellia (Linh) Pham is a PhD student in Comparative Literature at Harvard. Her research explores modern Vietnamese literature, literary translation across French, Vietnamese, English, and Chinese, and the literary history of French Indochina. She can be reached at cpham@g.harvard.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Nearly fifty years after the end of the war in Vietnam, American children of Vietnamese refugees continue to process the meanings of the war and its consequences through creative work. Displacing Kinship: The Intimacies of Intergenerational Trauma in Vietnamese American Cultural Production (Temple UP, 2024) examines how Vietnamese American cultural productions register lived experiences of racism in their depictions of family life and marginalization. Second-generation texts illustrate how the children of refugees from Vietnam are haunted by trauma and a violent, ever-present, but mostly unarticulated past. Linh Thủy Nguyễn's analysis reveals that present experiences of economic insecurity and racism also shape these narratives of familial loss. Developing a theory of intergenerational trauma, Nguyễn rethinks how U.S. imperialism, the discourse of communism, and assimilation impacted families across generations. Through ethnic studies and feminist and queer-of-color critique, Displacing Kinship offers a critical approach for reading family tensions and interpersonal conflict as affective investments informed by the material, structural conditions of white supremacy and racial capitalism. She was recently featured in an interview regarding her monograph with Toward Inclusive Excellence (TIE) of Choice, apublishing unit of the Association of College and Research Libraries. The complete interview is available at www.choice360.org/tie-post/tie-talks-with-linh-thuy-nguyen/. Linh Thủy Nguyễn, PhD, is associate professor of American ethnic studies; adjunct associate professor of gender, women's, and sexuality studies; and faculty associate in the Center for Southeast Asia and its Diasporas and the Harry Bridges Labor Center at the University of Washington. Her research explores the interpersonal and structural relationships between history, memory, race, war, migration, nation, and family. You can find more at linhthuynguyen.com. Camellia (Linh) Pham is a PhD student in Comparative Literature at Harvard. Her research explores modern Vietnamese literature, literary translation across French, Vietnamese, English, and Chinese, and the literary history of French Indochina. She can be reached at cpham@g.harvard.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Susan Lieu joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about realizing you're an artist later in life, becoming a multi-hyphinate storyteller, being a mother when you never knew your own, piecing together a family story, feeling plagued by structure, sticking to the throughline, writing residencies, writing down goals, deciding to stop searching for approval from loved ones and getting it for and from ourselves, accepting loved ones as they are, grief journeys, storytelling as closure, and her new memoir The Manicurist's Daughter.   Also in this episode: -using a book doctor -mental health stigma and older generations -body acceptance   Books mentioned in this episode:  -Ma and Me by Putsata Reang    SUSAN LIEU is a Vietnamese-American author, playwright, and performer who tells stories that refuse to be forgotten. She took her award-winning autobiographical solo show 140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother on a ten-city national tour, with sold-out premieres and accolades from the Los Angeles Times, NPR, and American Theatre. Her debut memoir, The Manicurist's Daughter, is an Apple Book of the Month, Apple Book Must Listen of the Month, and has been featured on The New York Times, NPR Books, Elle Magazine, LA Times, and The Washington Post. Creator of The Vagina Monologues, V (formerly Eve Ensler) calls The Manicurist's Daughter “a stunning, raw, brave memoir that wouldn't let me go.” She is a proud alumnae of Harvard College, Yale School of Management, Coro, Hedgebrook, and Vashon Artist Residency. She is also the cofounder of Socola Chocolatier, an artisanal chocolate company based in San Francisco. Susan lives with her husband and son in Seattle, where they enjoy mushroom hunting, croissants, and big family gatherings. The Manicurist's Daughter is her first book. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.susanlieu.me/ Model Minority Moms Podcast: https://modelminoritymoms.com/ Instagram: @susanlieu, @celadonbooks  facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial TikTok: @susanlieuofficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ – Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, Poets & Writers, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories.  She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and teaches memoir through the University of Washington's Online Continuum Program and also independently. She launched Let's Talk Memoir in 2022, lives in Seattle with her family of people and dogs, and is at work on her next book. More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com Subscribe to Ronit's Substack: https://substack.com/@ronitplank Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank https://bsky.app/profile/ronitplank.bsky.social   Background photo credit: Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash Headshot photo credit: Sarah Anne Photography Theme music: Isaac Joel, Dead Moll's Fingers

Cathy Linh Che is a Vietnamese American writer and multidisciplinary artist. She is the author of Split, winner of the Norma Farber First Book Award from the Poetry Society of America and the Best Poetry Book Award from the Association of Asian American Studies, An Asian American A to Z: A Children's Guide to Our History, and Becoming Ghost. Her writing has been published in The New Republic, The Nation, and McSweeney's and she has received awards from MacDowell, Bread Loaf, Tin House, and the Sewanee Writers' Conference. Her newest book is "Becoming Ghost." She currently lives in New York. www.cathylinhche.com

Welcome to The Second Degree Podcast with Emily Merrell! In this episode, Emily sits down with the extraordinary Susan Lieu, a multi-hyphenate powerhouse: author, playwright, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and so much more. Susan shares her journey of turning intergenerational trauma into art and healing, her reflections on resilience as a first-generation Vietnamese-American, and the lessons she's learned from chasing success while staying true to herself. This conversation is packed with humor, heartbreak, and inspiration—don't miss it!Highlights:Susan's Storytelling JourneySusan began as a stand-up comedian and transitioned into storytelling through her one-woman show, 140 Pounds: How Beauty Killed My Mother.The inspiration behind her work stems from her mother's tragic death during a botched cosmetic surgery and the unresolved trauma within her family.Navigating Identity and SuccessGrowing up as a Vietnamese-American, Susan grappled with cultural expectations, the weight of perfectionism, and her dual identity.She shares how these pressures shaped her drive for success and her ongoing battle to redefine what success truly means.Creating Art Through HealingSusan tracked down her mother's surgeon, studied legal depositions, and explored her family's history to process her grief and build her narrative.Her storytelling blends heartbreak with humor, showing how vulnerability can lead to liberation and deeper connections.Reflections on Body Image and SocietySusan discusses how intergenerational trauma influences body image and self-worth, tying her mother's experiences in the beauty industry to broader cultural expectations.Her TEDx talk, “How to Make Peace with Your Belly Fat,” reframes body insecurities through empathy and empowerment.Entrepreneurship and the Immigrant DreamSusan reflects on her mother's entrepreneurial spirit, building a thriving nail salon business from nothing to create a better life for her family.She emphasizes the sacrifices and resilience of immigrant families and the lessons they teach about perseverance and resourcefulness.Impact Through CreativitySusan's memoir, The Manicurist's Daughter, is now taught in colleges and used as a tool for healing in therapy settings.Her podcast, Model Minority Moms, explores the challenges of being everything for everyone while learning to prioritize oneself.To learn more about Susan Lieu check out her book The Manicurist's Daughter and her podcast Model Minority Moms and on instagram at instagram.coms/susanlieu. Sign up for The Second Degree Membership! By becoming a member, we're getting more intimate than ever! Get the Membership now! Check our past episodes of The Second Degree podcast! Remember to follow us on Instagram. 

Chanlee Luu—poet, friend, and author of The Machine Autocorrects Code to I—joins the podcast to discuss Zhang Yimou's HERO (2002), the wuxia classic that's full of stunning martial arts sequences, gorgeous colors, and timeless questions about truth, narrative, and political sacrifice. We also use the film as a springboard to discuss Chanlee's own writing, her background in science, and poetry as archive, comfort, and resistance.    Email your own musings and questions to tellmeimsorry@gmail.com Follow us: Instagram: @tellmeimsorry BlueSky: @tellmeimsorry.bsky.social Maggie's Instagram: @_saint_margaret_ Join our book club: See the links in our social media bios or copy this link to your browser: https://bookclubs.com/clubs/6062997/join/e74d1c Secondary texts referenced: The Machine Autocorrects Code to I by Chanlee Luu, available wherever books are sold. Visit bookshop.org to order a copy from your local bookstore!  “50 Years of HOPE and HA-HAs,” a Vietnamese American art exhibition in DC which features one of Chanlee's poems

"Our traffic jams are herds of ducks and families of water buffaloes." - Faryl HoangTalking with Faryl about her journey, her experiences as a Vietnamese-American rediscovering her roots, and what it's really like to live in a place as magical as Hoi An was fascinating. Her perspective offered a really balanced view—yes, it's paradise, but it also has its challenges. That's something I always try to emphasize when we romanticize a place. Hoi An isn't just lanterns and slow riverboat rides; it's also a living, breathing community that's evolving in real time.One of my biggest takeaways from this conversation was how we, as expats, often view progress differently from locals. The discussion about KFC and Starbucks coming to Hoi An was a perfect example. While foreigners might resist these changes, the local community celebrates them. It's a reminder that we're guests in these places, and our nostalgia for an "untouched" Vietnam doesn't necessarily align with what people living there actually want.Also, I just loved the moment when Faryl's dog started barking because a family of buffalo was walking by her house! That's the kind of real-life, unfiltered Vietnam I love capturing on this podcast. It was a great episode that blended travel, history, and a bit of cultural reality check all in one.- Niall MackayKey Takeaways:- The Reality of Living in Hoi An – Hoi An is stunning but lacks Western conveniences. No shopping malls, no major grocery stores—life here requires a slower pace.- The Changing Face of Vietnam – The arrival of big chains like KFC and Starbucks sparked debates among expats, but locals were thrilled. It's a sign of progress and accessibility, not just commercialization.- The Complexity of the Vietnamese Language – Even for someone with Vietnamese heritage like Faryl, learning the language is incredibly challenging due to regional dialects and pronunciation differences.- Hidden Gems Near Hoi An – Bac Ma National Park between Da Nang and Hue is an under-the-radar spot for hiking, wildlife conservation, and stunning landscapes.- Hoi An's Nightlife is Underrated – From backpacker chaos at Tiger Tiger to r"Send me a message!"Support the show

Chris Do, a visionary graphic designer, educator, and entrepreneur, has left an indelible mark on the global creative landscape. Growing up in a Vietnamese-American immigrant family, he faced the dual challenges of cultural adjustment and financial hardship. Yet, these experiences became the foundation for his resilience and a driving force in his pursuit of excellence.Fueled by his passion for design, Chris founded Blind, a pioneering agency recognized for its transformative branding projects. His work earned him an Emmy Award and established a platform for broader influence. Building on this momentum, he created The Futur, an educational platform with a global audience of over 2.3 million YouTube subscribers, dedicated to helping creatives turn their passion into actionable value.In this exclusive episode with host Hao Tran, Chris Do reflects on his journey of turning ideas into impact. His approach to success transcends the boundaries of products and services, focusing instead on crafting experiences that resonate and fostering connections that endure.Listen to this episode on YouTube And explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at: Youtubehttps://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovatorFeel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at team@vietcetera.com—If you come across something intriguing, kindly consider making a donation.● Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vietcetera● Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/vietceteraWebpagehttps://vietcetera.com/vn/podcast/vietnam-innovatorsTagsbusiness english podcast, vietcetera, podcast, vietcetera podcast, vietnam innovators, business podcast, english podcast

In this gripping episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' host Laura Cathcart Robbins speaks with Vietnamese American author, performer, and playwright Susan Lieu. Susan shares her poignant quest to avenge her mother's death caused by a negligent plastic surgeon, leading her to create a one-woman show and memoir. The episode delves into Susan's experiences growing up in a traditional Vietnamese family, her emotional struggles, and her relentless pursuit of justice and understanding. The conversation also touches on intergenerational healing, cultural practices, and the impact of her compelling work on her family's dynamics. Susan Lieu Email_ lieu.susan@gmail.com Website_  https://www.susanlieu.me/ Linkedin_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ Instagram_https://www.instagram.com/susanlieu/ FB_https://www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial/ Book_https://www.amazon.com/Manicurists-Daughter-Memoir-Susan-Lieu/dp/1250835046 Only One In The Room: Email: cathcartrobbins@gmail.com Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/  TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today it is my honor to have the celebrated Vietnamese-American author, playwright and performer, Susan Lieu, on Mad Rush. I would take up the entirety of this podcast if I were to list her accomplishments, as they are MANY. Welcome, Susan, and I can't wait to get into it! Susan's social media links: IG: @susanlieu @celadonbooks, @modelminoritymoms FB: www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ Follow Trisha on Instagram: https://instagram.com/@rushwithconfidence Learn more about Trisha's company at: https://itsallgreektome.org Have questions or comments? Send us an email: info@madrushpod.com #sororityrush #college #sororityrecruitment #sorority #greeklife #bamarush  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Little Saigon's first Vietnamese American representative was sworn in today. The reasoning behind Governor Newsom's executive order on processed foods. LAist food editor Gab Chabran offers a foodie forecast for 2025. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

In this bonus episode, Deqah and Vanessa have a much-needed conversation with Erica Allen-Kim about her new—must-read—book, Building Little Saigon: Refugee Urbanism in American Cities and Suburbs, about Vietnamese American-built landscapes and cultural heritage. In this interview, Deqah and Vanessa dive deeper into themes from her book to explore the role that Vietnamese Americans played in physically and socially shaping their ethnic neighborhoods in American (and Canadian) cities and suburbs. They discuss how refugee and immigrant communities adapted urban spaces to meet their needs, the importance of Asian American preservation efforts, community advocacy, and legacy preservation, and the challenges these communities face today to remain extant.  Erica Allen-Kim is an Associate Professor in the University of Toronto's Department of Architecture, Landscape, and Design. Her newest book, Building Little Saigon: Refugee Urbanism in American Cities and Suburbs, is out now and available for purchase!   Credits:  Your hosts are Deqah Hussein-Wetzel and Vanessa Quirk. This episode was edited by Deqah, Vanessa, and Skyler Ficklin. Mixing by Connor Lynch. Our music is by Adaam James Levin-Areddy.  Urban Roots is a project by Urbanist Media, a non-profit dedicated to preserving place through story. Even though we do need money to keep going, we try not to spam you with ads. Instead, we add the occasional giving plug, encouraging our listeners to support us by giving. Anything helps, even $10 or $20. Please consider sending us a donation via ⁠Venmo⁠ or ⁠Paypal⁠.  *Want to give big? Consider sponsoring a bonus episode. Email us at: urbanrootspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG at ⁠urbanrootsculture⁠ and on YouTube (⁠Urban Roots podcast⁠). Have a thought or question – drop us an e-mail

Betty Duong made history last week when she was sworn in as the first Vietnamese-American supervisor in Santa Clara County. The county has one of the largest Vietnamese-American populations in the country and Duong is among a generation of children of refugees shaping life in the South Bay. Guy talks with Duong about decisions over housing, labor and health care that she'll face as a member of the board of supervisors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brother Phap Luu, the eldest non-Vietnamese American monk in the Plum Village tradition, graduated from Dartmouth College and started meditating after going through a depression.  "What is more satisfying in life than helping people to transform their suffering? I mean, who cares about money and all this other stuff? The biggest happiness I get is if I can help myself, first of all, but others to transform suffering in a real way. My goodness, if we can do that with only a few people in our life, that's already worth a lifetime, right?" Discourse on the Four Establishments of Mindfulness 2:16 Experiments in Community and Meditation 10:37 Returning to the US, Depression 16:04 Discovering the Four Establishments of Mindfulness 21:00 Returning to Dartmouth, Visiting Maple Forest Monastery 26:09 Decision to Become a Monk 31:00 Life as a Monk, Love for Thay, Ethics 40:10 Projects 51:39 Ideals of Monastic Life, Collective Awakening 1:09:17 The Monastic's Role, Advice for Potential Monastics You can support this podcast by leaving a comment or review in your podcast application and by sharing it with friends. Financial support can be offered through the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation. This podcast episode, Meet the Monastics, hosted by Brother Minh An from Deer Park Monastery, introduces Brother Phap Luu (Brother Stream), the most senior non-Vietnamese American monastic in the Plum Village tradition. Brother Phap Luu shares his transformative journey, including his struggles with identity, community, and purpose before encountering the Dharma.  Early Life and Search for Meaning: Growing up in Connecticut, Brother Phap Luu studied English literature at Dartmouth College. He explored anarchist movements in Europe and lived in organic farming communities, experiencing both inspiration and disillusionment. These experiences deepened his inquiry into suffering, community, and personal transformation. Meeting Spiritual Teachers: His encounter with a Western teacher and later Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thầy) provided clarity and inspiration. The advice, “Don't be a Buddhist; be the Buddha,” profoundly influenced his approach to the path. Discovering Mindfulness Practice: Practicing the Four Establishments of Mindfulness during a difficult period helped him overcome depression and cultivate joy. This marked the beginning of his commitment to mindfulness and monastic life. Becoming a Monastic: Ordained in 2003 at Plum Village, France, Brother Phap Luu describes monastic life as a profound practice of non-self and community living. He values the precepts and ethics as foundational to transformation and expresses gratitude for Thầy's teachings and legacy. Community and Projects: Known for his boundless energy, Brother Phap Luu has contributed to initiatives like Wake Up for young practitioners, the Happy Farm, and hiking and science retreats. He reflects on balancing projects with mindfulness, cultivating non-attachment, and fostering harmony in the Sangha. Role of Monastics: Brother Phap Luu emphasizes the importance of monastics in balancing collective energy in society. He highlights the need for mindfulness, non-ideological approaches, and cultivating community harmony to address modern challenges like polarization and ecological crises. Download episode without music.

Santa Clara County is about to elect its first ever Vietnamese American to the Board of Supervisors. In District 2, which includes downtown San Jose and the east side, Madison Nguyen and Betty Duong are vying for a seat that is open for the first time in over a decade. Whoever wins will play a major role in overseeing how the county spends money on issues like health care, housing, and human services. Links: Prop Fest KQED's Voter Guide Apply to be our intern Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our latest, we dive into the story of Vietnamese immigration to the U.S. following the war through the lens of food with our long time friend and colleague Prof Roy Vũ. We discuss Vietnamese-American food gardens and cooking, how they affected the community in places like Houston and the Gulf Coast and the multiracial community developed in places like the Houston's Allen Parkway Village. We also talk about the politics of the diaspora, the murder of Vietnamese journalist Nguyen Dam Phong by right-wing anti-communist Vietnamese groups and right wing Vietnamese support and participation in the January 6th insurrection. Bio// Roy Vũ is a history professor at Dallas College North Lake Campus and an advisory board member for Foodways Texas and Keep Irving Beautiful, where he is the 2018 recipient of the Sadie Ray Graff Education Award. His previous books include Our Finite Bounty: An Anthology of Sustainable Topics and Feasted Landscapes: Sustainability in American Topics. ———— Outro- “Green and Red Blues” by Moody Links// + Roy's website: https://royvu.com + Farm to Freedom: Vietnamese-Americans and Their Food Gardens (https://bit.ly/3A8tvdZ) Follow Green and Red// +G&R Linktree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/greenandredpodcast⁠⁠⁠ +Our rad website: ⁠⁠⁠https://greenandredpodcast.org/⁠⁠⁠ + Join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/uvrdubcM) Support the Green and Red Podcast// +Become a Patron at https://www.patreon.com/greenredpodcast +Or make a one time donation here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/DonateGandR⁠⁠⁠ Our Networks// +We're part of the Labor Podcast Network: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.laborradionetwork.org/⁠⁠ +We're part of the Anti-Capitalist Podcast Network: linktr.ee/anticapitalistpodcastnetwork +Listen to us on WAMF (90.3 FM) in New Orleans (https://wamf.org/) This is a Green and Red Podcast (@PodcastGreenRed) production. Produced by Bob (@bobbuzzanco) and Scott (@sparki1969). Edited by Isaac.

#752. In this premiere day special, Kaitlyn Bristowe chats with Jenn Tran, the groundbreaking star of the new Bachelorette season and the first Asian-American lead in the Bachelor franchise! Jenn opens up about her struggles with identity growing up, her thoughts on aliens, and the future of dating shows. She gives us an inside look into her season, sharing her relationship history, the twists and turns that left her shocked, and how she mentally and physically prepared for the journey. Jennifer also reveals the red flags she watched out for, and the life-changing moments she experienced by not having her phone while filming. Plus, she spills an embarrassing story that you won't want to miss! Tune in for an episode filled with heartfelt moments, laughter, and excitement as Jennifer takes us behind the scenes of her historic season! If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below! PLUS, FOLLOW OUR PODCAST INSTAGRAM HERE! EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: (4:26) - Jenn discusses her identity crisis growing up as a Vietnamese-American. (6:22) - Jenn and Kaitlyn share their belief in aliens! (32:34) - Jenn's nerves about audience reactions to her season. (35:25) - An embarrassing story Jenn has never shared before! Thank you to our Sponsors! Check out these deals! Boll & Branch: Visit BollandBranch.com and use promo code VINE20 for 20% off and a free gift!Dime Beauty: ​​Go to DIMEBeautyCO.com