Best Hcmc Podcasts (2025)

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Discover The Expat Money Mistakes That Cost Me $20,000, with Robin Copely 44:57

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“Life is not about the money in your bank account. Life is for living, and your investments, your insurance, all those things should be about allowing you to live the life you want.” – Robin Copley It wasn’t easy to share, but I opened up about my own financial mistakes in Vietnam—losing tens of thousands of dollars because I trusted the wrong pers…

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Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Vietnam - Mischa Smith - Pasteur Street Brewing Company Sales Director 48:09

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Mischa Smith, from Canada, is a regular sight around Saigon in the craft beer scene as the Sales Director for Pasteur Street Brewing Company. Mischa started in the craft beer industry in Toronto, Ontario before he packed up and moved to South Korea to teach English for a year that turned into four years and five months. After a visit to Saigon he f…

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Discover The Setbacks I Overcame to Create Seven Million Bikes Podcasts 35:25

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“Choose one thing that you want to focus on. Start saying no to everything else politely. Make everything you do about that one thing and I guarantee you’ll be successful.” That’s the biggest lesson I’ve learned in my journey of turning a hobby podcast into a full-time business. Today, I opened up about the setbacks, surprises, and wins I’ve had al…

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Q&A: Discover The Setbacks I Overcame to Create Seven Million Bikes Podcasts 18:49

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“Choose one thing that you want to focus on. Start saying no to everything else politely. Make everything you do about that one thing and I guarantee you’ll be successful.” That’s the biggest lesson I’ve learned in my journey of turning a hobby podcast into a full-time business. Today, I opened up about the setbacks, surprises, and wins I’ve had al…

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S04_E24 - From Womb to World: An OB-GYN's Insights for New Moms 27:44

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09/14/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E24 - From Womb to World: An OB-GYN's Insights for New Moms With Special Guest: Dr. Samantha Pace, MD Becoming a new mom is one of life’s biggest transitions—it’s exhilarating, exhausting, and everything in between. And, although there's no shortage of advice out there when it comes to being a mother, there …

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Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Saigon Native Kim Nguyen's Life Overseas & Vietnam 31:08

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In this episode I speak with Saigon native, Kim Nguyen. Kim moved to the UK as a teenager to study and stayed for 6 years, meeting her boyfriend in the process who now lives with her in Saigon. Returning to Vietnam in 2018, Kim has a unique perspective on both living overseas and in Vietnam and has some helpful tips for young Vietnamese students th…

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Discover How Devin Hong Found Identity, Acting, and Belonging in Vietnam 56:10

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“It’s like you’re wearing our face, but you’re not really us.” – Devin Hong This episode with Devin was one of those conversations that reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place. Devin’s journey—from leaving Vietnam as a child, growing up in California, then returning decades later—was powerful, funny, and deeply honest. I loved hea…

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Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Why JK Hobson Made A Life in Saigon 54:40

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My first guest on Seven Million Bikes is JK Hobson. As a finalist in the 2018 Vietnam Comedy Competition JK is known by many in Saigon as a stand-up, but is a man of many talents. We had so much to talk about I’ve split this first episode into two parts. Growing up in New York, JK moved to LA with his “fairly well known” thrash-metal band, Crisis. …

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Discover Why The Nguyens Took Their Kids Out Of School To Travel The World 42:14

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What an amazing story! I was so fascinated by Dennis and Emily's decision to leave their jobs as accountants and travel the world with their two kids, Hannah and Aiden. They turned a simple idea into an incredible journey across more than 30 countries. Listening to them talk about the challenges of homeschooling on the road, the cultural difference…

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S04_E23 - Beyond the Common Cold: Understanding Pneumonia 28:08

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08/31/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E23 - Beyond the Common Cold: Understanding Pneumonia With Special Guest: Dr. Jessica Oswald, DO Pneumonia! It's something we've all heard of - or maybe even had! It's sometimes deadly, sometimes contagious and almost always misunderstood. But what's going on in the body exactly? Is it contagious? How is it …

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Discover Vietnam's Changing Consumption Patterns and Health Trends 57:30

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“Everyday life in Saigon means navigating sugar in everything—from coffee to orange juice—and I can’t have any of it.” – Jane Ha My guest today is Jane Ha, a researcher in behavioral science who has lived in Hanoi, the U.S., the U.K., and now Saigon. Jane’s story is as much about resilience as it is about culture—living with diabetes in one of the …

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Discover the Silent Struggles of Vietnam’s Returning Students 48:18

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“I felt like my Vietnamese froze at the level of a 17-year-old.” – Mai Doan My guest today is Mai Doan, who left Vietnam at just 17 to study in Oregon, later studied in France, built a career in the U.S., and then made the choice to return home. Her story was full of courage and honesty. She talked about cultural shocks, stereotypes, and the challe…

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New Name: Same Podcast! 4:16

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If you’ve been following the show since the Seven Million Bikes: A Saigon Podcast days, you’ll know this has always been about sharing the stories of the incredible people who make up Vietnam — locals, expats, entrepreneurs, creatives, and everyone in between. A Vietnam Podcast is now... Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast marking the start of our …

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S04_E22 - Why Medicaid Matters for Everyone... 37:02

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08/17/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E22 - Why Medicaid Matters for Everyone... With Special Guest: Susie Emmert - Sr. Director of Advocacy and Public Policy It's probably pretty safe to say that the healthcare system in this country is complicated, at best, and something that's only made worse by politics. The recent passage of "The Big Beauti…

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Discover Why People Stay in Saigon With Krista Bernard and Guest Host, Adrie Lopez Mackay! 21:30

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“People at home always ask, ‘When are you moving back?’ But honestly, I’m not sure I could.” – Krista Bernard If you grew up in a small town—or in Krista’s case, a village with 500 people including cows—you’ll know the feeling of leaving and never quite seeing it the same again. Adrie Lopez Mackay (yep, my amazing wife) takes over the mic to speak …

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Discover How Premier Dental is Changing Vietnam's Dentistry with Annie Vo 30:52

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“You can fly to Vietnam, stay a month, get your teeth done—and still spend less than you would back home.” – Niall Mackay Annie Vo finally made it on the podcast—and it was well worth the wait. This is Part 2 of our conversation, and in this episode, we dug into something I find really fascinating: what it takes to run a truly modern, ethical denta…

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S04_E21 - The Small, but Mighty ... THYROID! 32:06

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08/03/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E21 - The Small, but Mighty ... THYROID! With Special Guest: Dr. Sreekant Avula, MBBS Sometimes, the why behind how we feel is a little hard to pinpoint. Are you feeling sluggish and tired all the time, even though you're getting enough rest? Are you gaining or losing weight without even trying? Well, it cou…

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Discover Vietnam’s Hidden Magic with Uncle George & Aunt Betty | An Extra Special Epsiode!! | S14 E11 26:37

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“I can honestly say my expectations of Vietnam were completely blown away.” This episode is extra special. Not only is it the first recorded in the brand-new Saigon Podcast Studio, but my guest is my very own Uncle George. He and my Aunt Betty just spent two weeks traveling through Vietnam, and we squeezed this conversation in right before they fle…

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Discover How Culture and Sugar Shape Vietnam’s Dental Health with Dr Albert Le | S14 E10 35:17

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I’ve met a lot of interesting people in Vietnam over the years, but this conversation with Dr. Albert Viet Le really stuck with me—pun intended (and yes, it involves floss). Albert is the Managing Director of Premier Dental and the only US and Australian board-certified periodontist practicing in Vietnam. We recorded this episode in our brand-new s…

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S04_E20 - Sweet Talk: Decoding Diabetes 32:11

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07/20/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E20 - Sweet Talk: Decoding Diabetes With Special Guest: Dr. Allison Estrada, MD Think about this: 1 in every 10 Americans is living with Diabetes in one form or another. It's one of the most common chronic conditions today, and it's a condition that's often misunderstood and easily oversimplified. Diabetes i…

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First EVER A Vietnam Podcast in Vietnamese! With Huynh Nhu (Bonus @ House of Merlin) 6:07

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With Huynh Nhu from Seven Million Bikes Podcasts! "Send me a message!" This Season is sponsored by Premier Dental. Discover the potential of a confident and healthy smile with the excellent dental clinic in Ho Chi Minh Support the show 🎙️ Start Your Podcast Today! 👉 Book a FREE Discovery Call with me and let’s bring your idea to life! 🎥 Edit Videos…

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Discover what Vietnamese Gen Z Really Thinks About His Generation with House of Merlin | S14 E9 24:48

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"For me, the customer is like my girlfriend. If the customer is happy, I’m happy.” – Nguyen Van Nam This episode was such a blast to record. Not only was it filmed at the stunning House of Merlin, one of my favorite cocktail bars in Saigon, but I also got to sit down with Nguyen Van Nam, a talented young bartender who represents the next wave of Ge…

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Discover What's Fuelling Vietnam's Growing Economy with Hugo Bosch | S14 E8 40:13

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"There’s a youthful, hungry population here—and you can feel the energy in the streets every day." – Hugo Bosch I absolutely loved this episode. Hugo was not only a fantastic guest, but also someone who opened my eyes to a side of Vietnam I hadn’t properly explored before: the stock market and capital markets. I’ll admit it, even as a long-term exp…

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S04_E19 - Hunger, Health, and Hope: Tackling Food Insecurity 33:00

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07/06/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E19 - Hunger, Health, and Hope: Tackling Food Insecurity With Special Guests: Dr. Dianna Cutts, MD, and Amy Harris It’s pretty hard to concentrate, work, or pretty much do anything while you’re hungry. And while, for many of us, hunger is a passing moment, there are far too many children and adults living wi…

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Discover How Hanh Overcame Child Labor and Poverty | S14 E7 49:52

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“If I don’t speak, I cannot share what I’m thinking.” – Hanh, Haga SmartTech This quote from Hanh really hit me. Her story isn’t just about fixing phones—it’s about finding your voice, building a life from scratch, and helping others do the same. I had the pleasure of speaking with Hanh, founder of Haga SmartTech in Ho Chi Minh City. I’ve been a cu…

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Discover How Vietcetara's Hao Tran Went From $300 a Month to Vietnam’s Media Mogul | S14 E6 45:51

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"I took my entire severance pay and blew it on a two-month trip to Asia — and that decision changed my life." - Hao Tran In this episode, I felt a strong sense of kindred spirit with Hao. We both came to Vietnam almost exactly nine years ago and ended up building something rooted in storytelling. I loved Hao's honesty about how Vietcetera started f…

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S04_E18 - The ABCs of COPD 28:24

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06/22/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E18 - The ABCs of COPD With Special Guest: Dr. Caroline Davis, MD Did you know that 6.5% of Americans have physician-diagnosed Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)? That's a pretty staggering statistic... You might think that people get it from smoking, and well, you'd be right. But that's not the on…

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From College Dismissal to Pro Basketball and Plant-Based Living in Vietnam | S14 E5 53:00

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“I got kicked out of college. That was the moment I had to grow up—not just as a player, but as a man.” – Davon Dillard When I first saw Davon Dillard playing for the Saigon Heat, I knew I had to talk to him. He stood out immediately—not just because of his athleticism on the court, but because there was something about his presence. He looked focu…

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A BIG Announcement for A Vietnam Podcast & Seven Million Bikes Podcasts 22:09

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After starting this podcast in 2019 in my living room with one mic I can't believe this is happening... "Send me a message!" This Season is sponsored by Premier Dental. Discover the potential of a confident and healthy smile with the excellent dental clinic in Ho Chi Minh Support the show 🎙️ Start Your Podcast Today! 👉 Book a FREE Discovery Call wi…

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The Hidden Struggles of Navigating Multiple Cultures | Phuong Anh S14 E4 56:58

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"I didn’t know I was Vietnamese or Asian until I looked in the mirror — because I only saw my friends, and I saw my reflection in them." — Phuong Anh I had a chance to talk to Phương Anh, someone I met at an Overseas Vietnamese networking event here in Saigon. What struck me about Anh right away was the richness of her perspective — having grown up…

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Michelin Guide 2025: Beyond The Tourist Traps | Saigon Sunday Sessions #17 47:49

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"Beef stew for breakfast, in this heat? Only in Vietnam - and somehow, it works." I’ve lived in Saigon for nine years, and yet, this city’s food scene never stops surprising me. Let me bring you through Michelin Guide’s 2025 picks - but not the fancy, white-tablecloth stuff. We're talking about the real heroes: local eateries that made it to the Bi…

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S04_E17 - Bedside Bots! AI Scribing in Healthcare 26:55

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06/08/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E17 - Bedside Bots! AI Scribing in Healthcare With Special Guest: Brian Imdieke, MAN, ANP-BC Ever feel like your doctor is paying more attention to their keyboard than to you? You're not alone—and that's one of the problems AI scribes are trying to fix. But how do they work? How good are they? Is my data sti…

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Navigating Culture Shock and Love in a Vietnamese-American Story | S14 E3 Hoa Chanh 47:57

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I absolutely loved recording this episode with Hoa. We first met through my Tuesday night quiz at Rabbit Hole, and her warmth, wit, and honesty always stood out. This chat went from laugh-out-loud moments to some truly eye-opening reflections about culture shock, navigating visa bureaucracy, and the sometimes ridiculous expectations placed on Vietn…

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Escaping Saigon: Our Glamping Adventure Just an Hour Away | On The Road with Niall and Adrie #15 41:43

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"Everything we do in Saigon, we're like, 'We don't do this enough.'" - Niall This episode perfectly captures why I love living in Vietnam — the spontaneity, the constant surprises, and how quickly you can go from urban chaos to countryside magic. What started as a simple glamping trip turned into one of our most memorable adventures yet. Driving on…

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Bridging Worlds: Identity, Legacy, and Coming Home | S14 E2 Annie Vo 39:05

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"I think I grew up more sheltered. I didn't have the typical New York upbringing." - Annie Vo This episode was special in so many ways — not just because it marked six years of A Vietnam Podcast, but because of Annie’s story. Her journey from Saigon to Yale, and then full circle back to Vietnam, embodies what this podcast is all about: identity, re…

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S04_E16 - We're Talkin' Speech-Language Pathology 23:03

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05/25/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E16 - We're Talkin' Speech-Language Pathology With Special Guest: Adam Terrell, MS When it comes to the field of Speech Pathology, we might tend to think it's all about helping people with the challenges of a stutter or helping kids get out a proper "R" sound - but it turns out there's a lot more to it! Comm…

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Exploring Amazing Places in Thailand You Won't Believe! On The Road (In Thailand) with Niall and Adrie #14 26:54

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"Send me a message!" This Season is sponsored by Premier Dental. Discover the potential of a confident and healthy smile with the excellent dental clinic in Ho Chi Minh Support the show 🎙️ Start Your Podcast Today! 👉 Book a FREE Discovery Call with me and let’s bring your idea to life! 🎥 Edit Videos Like a Pro with Descript! 👉 I use Descript to cre…

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Growth and Friendship in Vietnam | Sandler Ernst S14 E1 44:47

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"I was born in a house without electricity, and now I help create families through adoption. It’s like winning the lottery." I catch up with one of the very first guests ever on A Vietnam Podcast — my friend Sandy. The last time we recorded together, it was 2019. We were sitting in my apartment with a tiny mic that picked up every sound in the room…

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We Tried the Craziest Road in Thailand! On The Road (In Thailand) with Niall and Adrie #13 24:41

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This trip was one of the most fun and immersive ones we’ve recorded so far. Pai has this laid-back charm and unexpected beauty that really took us by surprise. Adrie and I take you along as we explore some of Pai’s must-see spots — and wow, what a day. We started with the National Park Hot Springs, where the water gets hot enough to boil eggs (or a…

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Discover Why Life in North and South Vietnam are so different | S13 E06 Viet Anh 52:05

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“In the south it's always more dynamic. Everyone is just moving around all the time. In the north, it's slower. People are a bit meaner.” - Viet Anh For nearly ten years now, I've called Vietnam home, and while I've experienced the incredible energy and warmth of the south, Viet Anh's perspective on the north offered a viewpoint I hadn't fully cons…

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S04_E15 - Heat, Haze & How Climate Is Affecting Our Health 29:42

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05/11/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E15 - Heat, Haze & How Climate Is Affecting Our Health With Special Guest: Beth Stegora, PT, DPT As global temperatures rise and extreme weather events become more frequent, it's not just our environment that’s feeling the impact—our bodies and communities are, too. Worsening air quality, heatwaves and suppl…

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Is Thailand REALLY Better than Vietnam for Tourists? | On The Road (In Thailand) with Niall and Adrie #12 16:42

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"So those bastards bumped the bridge down so that nobody could use it, and the locals got pissed off at that 'cause they enjoyed having a bridge. So they rebuilt it." This trip was one of the most fun and immersive ones we’ve recorded so far. Pai has this laid-back charm and unexpected beauty that really took us by surprise. Adrie and I take you al…

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When Scots Get Talking: Accent Stories | S13 E5 Craig Haggart 29:06

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"I think the Scottish accent's been voted one of the sexiest, but it's also, some of them, one of the most disgusting" - Craig This bonus episode was a hilarious trip down memory lane. Craig and I just let loose with our Scottish accents, sharing stories about growing up in Glasgow that we've never really talked about on the main show. The cultural…

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EPIC Sunrise Adventures with Freezing Pools and Stunning Waterfall Hikes | On The Road (In Thailand) with Niall and Adrie #11 17:10

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In this special extra episode of A Vietnam Podcast, I take you through a day filled with various adventures. Starting with a cold sunrise bike ride where the stunning beauty of the dawn was well worth the early wake-up. Then, I recount our challenging yet exhilarating hike to a waterfall, where we navigated through icy waters and tricky paths. Alon…

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Finding Home, Identity, and Love in Vietnam | S13 E04 Craig Haggart 43:05

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"I planned to do six months. I planned to do like Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, that kind of bit of Southeast Asia and never left Vietnam.... It's so unlike any other place I've ever been." - Craig Haggart This episode was a long time coming, and it was more than worth the wait. I've been trying to get Craig on the show for over six months, and sitting…

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S04_E14 - Gut Check: Understanding Crohn's Disease 29:45

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04/27/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E14 - Gut Check: Understanding Crohn's Disease With Special Guest: Dr. Jason Eckmann, MD We've all had a stomach bug at some point in our lives, and it's probably safe to say that every one of us would rather skip the next one. But for millions worldwide with a Crohn's Disease diagnosis (AKA Crohn Disease), …

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762 Curve Road to Pai & Amazing Street Food | On The Road (In Thailand) with Niall and Adrie #10 19:08

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"My mouth is on fire. My tongue is totally burned, but I want another one… ’cause it’s so good." This episode was such a wild mix of adventure, confusion, and food. It’s one of those travel days where you don’t really know what’s going to happen next, and I loved every second of it. From riding a half-broken bike through the hills of Northern Thail…

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Thai vs Vietnamese Food - Which is BETTER? | On The Road (In Thailand) with Niall and Adrie #9 22:07

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“I love Thai food… but Vietnamese food just hits different—it’s the balance, the freshness, the herbs. It’s something else.” This episode was a fun, spicy, and slightly controversial one: Thai food vs. Vietnamese food. As someone who’s lived in Vietnam for years and has also spent time traveling through Thailand, I get this question all the time—wh…

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From Slovenia to Saigon: How Alenka Moze Followed Her Passion for the Arts | S13 EP03 Alenka Moze 43:38

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“I can always return and do the same thing here, but I need to go somewhere and experience a different culture.” This episode with Alenka Moze was a beautiful journey across cultures, creativity, and finding purpose. Alenka is a Slovenian actor, singer, writer, and teacher who has made Vietnam her home. Her story is one of courage, reinvention, and…

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S04_E13 - We Need to Talk (About Menopause) 28:31

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04/13/25 The Healthy Matters Podcast S04_E13 - We Need to Talk (About Menopause) If there was something that had profound effects on more than half the population for decades of their lives, well, that something would certainly be worth talking about! Menopause is something that we've all heard about before, but very few women experiencing it say t…