Best Linh Nguyen Podcasts (2025)

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421 - Timothy Linh Bui - How Did We Get Those Films Off The Ground? 51:29

14d ago51:29

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In this episode of The Vietnamese, we sit down with veteran director/producer Timothy Linh Bui to explore his journey in the film business from Hollywood to Vietnam. Starting from his formative years at Columbia College in Los Angeles, Timothy shares insights into his early works, including Three Seasons and Green Dragon, and his collaborations wit…

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423 - Does Academic Freedom Kill Freedom? Viet History Makers - Dao Duy Anh 1:10:56

1d ago1:10:56

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In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham explore the life and legacy of Đào Duy Anh (1904–1988), a pioneering figure in Vietnam's intellectual history. As a historian, lexicographer, and cultural scholar, Đào Duy Anh laid the groundwork for modern Vietnamese social sciences. His seminal works, including the…

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Seulghee Lee, "Other Lovings: An Afroasian American Theory of Life" (Ohio State UP, 2025) 42:33

19m ago42:33

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Join me for a conversation with Dr. Seulghee Lee (Assistant Professor of African American Studies and English, University of South Carolina) about his recently published book, Other Lovings: An AfroAsian American Theory of Life (Ohio State UP, 2025). Some topics of our discussion include Adrian Tomine's graphic novel Shortcomings (2007), Gayl Jones…

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Linda Trinh, "Seeking Spirit: A Vietnamese (Non) Buddhist Memoir" (Miroland, 2025) 37:54

9d ago37:54

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Join NBN host Hollay Ghadery for a thought-provoking conversation with Linda Trihn about her memoir, Seeking Spirit: A Vietnamese (Non)Buddhist Memoir (Miroland, 2025). Linda Trinh had everything she thought an immigrant woman should want: motherhood, career, and security. Yet, she felt empty. Growing up in Winnipeg, Linda helped her mom make offer…

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422- What Does April 30 Mean To You? Andrew Lam - Author and Journalist 55:22

9d ago55:22

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Andrew Lam is a Vietnamese American author and journalist known for his insightful and humorous explorations of the Vietnamese diaspora and immigrant identity. Born Lâm Quang Dũng in 1964 in South Vietnam, he is the son of General Lâm Quang Thi of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. At the age of 11, during the fall of Saigon in April 1975, Lam an…

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420 - Đoan Hoàng Curtis - Netflix Series Producer - Turning Point: The Vietnam War 1:07:17

16d ago1:07:17

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In this episode of The Vietnamese Podcast, we’re joined by Đoan Hoàng Curtis, a director and producer, to discuss her journey in the world of documentary filmmaking. Doan shares her behind-the-scenes experience working on the new Netflix series Turning Point: The Vietnam War, where she played a pivotal role in shedding light on the complexities of …

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Brian Masaru Hayashi, "Asian American Spies: How Asian Americans Helped Win the Allied Victory" (Oxford UP, 2021) 1:11:58

17d ago1:11:58

1:11:58

Spies deep behind enemy lines; double agents; a Chinese American James Bond; black propaganda radio broadcasters; guerrilla fighters; pirates; smugglers; prostitutes and dancers as spies; and Asian Americans collaborating with Axis Powers. All these colorful individuals form the story of Asian Americans in the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), th…

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419 - Is It Worth Living After Defeat? The Last 5 Generals 1:06:24

18d ago1:06:24

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, where they explore the key figures and pivotal moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, Kenneth and Kevin dive into one of…

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People with childhood drama 46:58

20d ago46:58

46:58

The stories about Germany still go strong. Linh shares about some things that she misses from Germany. This gives an insider view from a true Cross Culture person as these friends compare Swedish friends to German friends. Hope you learn something new! This episode is from autumn 2024.By Linh Nguyen & Edward Thomas

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418 - Viet Cinema Canon - Duong Dieu Linh - 1:14:17

21d ago1:14:17

1:14:17

In this episode of The Vietnamese podcast, host Anderson Le sits down with Duong Dieu Linh, a distinctive voice in Vietnam’s new wave of independent cinema. Known for her quirky, layered storytelling and bold visual style, Duong shares her perspective on filmmaking in Vietnam and the unique path she’s carved out as a director. The conversation open…

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417 - Can Our Past Be Reconciled? Alex-Thai Dinh Vo 1:15:14

28d ago1:15:14

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Alex-Thai Dinh Vo is Research Assistant Professor at the Vietnam Center & Archive (VNCA), Texas Tech University. He is a historian of modern Vietnam and East and Southeast Asia, specializing in Cold War politics and the Vietnam Wars. He oversees the VNCA Vietnam War MIAs and Legacies Research Project and the VNCA Vietnamese Oral History Project. He…

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416 - What Happened to the Fate of Vietnam’s POW's and MIA's - Dr. Jay Veith 58:06

29d ago58:06

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We sit in conversation with historian Dr. Jay Veith to uncover the forgotten and often overlooked story of how the United States worked to recover POWs and MIAs from Vietnam—efforts that began long before the lifting of the U.S. embargo. Dr. Veith shares powerful insights into the challenges, politics, and perseverance behind these missions. We the…

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415 - Can You Ever Be Vietnamese Enough? - Chris Tran Travels 49:05

1M ago49:05

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In this episode, Kenneth sits down with Chris Tran from Chris Tran Travels to explore the complexities of identity and culture as third-culture kids. We both share the challenges of spreading Vietnamese culture, despite our deep love for our work and mission. We dive into the work he’s doing by teaching the Vietnamese language to overseas Vietnames…

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Let me tell you about the people ... 44:13

1M ago44:13

44:13

Edward and Linh started talking about many of the various people that Linh made friends with while in Germany. Of course the names are not revealed, as Linh shares about her experiences with her BFF. It seems that many people who have opened up to Linh have had a lot of tough things happening to them. This episode is from Autumn 2024.…

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414 - Why Make Movies In Vietnam? Film Director Ham Tran 1:09:05

1M ago1:09:05

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In this episode of The Vietnamese Podcast, host Anderson Le is joined by acclaimed film director Ham Tran. Together, they discuss the current state of the film industry in Vietnam, reflecting on its evolution and the growing opportunities for filmmakers in the region. Ham shares insights into his own journey, from his early start in filmmaking to t…

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413 - Is America Becoming Great Again? Viet Thanh Nguyen 34:52

1M ago34:52

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We sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen for a raw conversation that bridges literature, politics, and global affairs. Viet brings clarity and depth to some of the most urgent issues facing the world today such as his searing critiques of war, displacement, and identity. We begin by discussing the ongoing humanitarian crisis…

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412 - Hung La - Who is the "Dangerous Man" Behind Lựu Đạn? 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

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Hung La is a Vietnamese-American fashion designer based in London, known for his innovative menswear and exploration of Asian identity in fashion. Growing up in a Vietnamese community outside Washington, D.C., he was influenced by both American pop culture and traditional Vietnamese values, which shaped his design ethos. After studying at the Royal…

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411- Viet Cinema Canon - Nguyễn Võ Nghiêm Minh - How is Viet Cinema Being Reclaimed? 1:02:37

2M ago1:02:37

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In this first episode of The Viet Cinema Canon, host Anderson Le is joined by Vietnamese director Nguyen Vo Nghiem Minh. Together, they discuss Minh’s journey into film directing, touching on his early influences and his critically acclaimed works. They also explore his latest production, Picturehouse, a take on Vietnamese storytelling in the cinem…

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Return of the prodigal daughter 29:41

2M ago29:41

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This episode was recorded in Autumn 2024. It has been a while since Edward and Linh have been in the same city to so a new podcast episode. Now the two friends are back at the fika table after church where they talk about the things happening in their lives. Let us know if you feel that their comedic wisdom still has fire. Let us know about topics …

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410 - Diana Nguyen - From Comic to Clown Doctor 53:22

2M ago53:22

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Born to Vietnamese refugee parents and raised in Melbourne, Diana Nguyen’s work blends her Vietnamese heritage with her personal experiences, offering audiences a universally relatable perspective. From her critically acclaimed stand-up comedy to her role as a trailblazer in the Australian entertainment scene, Diana’s journey is one of resilience, …

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Space to Lead Episode 12 - Linh Nguyen 24:23

2M ago24:23

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In this episode of Space to Lead, we explore self-leadership with Linh Nguyen, a self worth and leadership coach, and author of SELF-RECKONING: Embracing the Journey Beyond Forty and Divorce. You can learn more about Linh and her work at https://thewiseheart.ca/ and on Instagram @the.wiseheartBy David LeBlanc

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409 - Viet History Makers - Can Well-Behaved Women Make History? 51:14

2M ago51:14

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham take a d…

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408 - Viet History Makers - Nguyễn Văn Thiệu - When Do You Give Up in a Fight? 56:26

2M ago56:26

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham take a d…

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407 - Dustin Nguyen - From Vietnam to Hollywood to Vietnam and Back Again 56:41

2M ago56:41

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Dustin Nguyen has left a mark on global audiences since the 1980s, first appearing alongside Tom Selleck in Magnum P.I. and later making waves in Hollywood with Johnny Depp in 21 Jump Street. But his journey didn’t stop there. Fueled by a deep passion for filmmaking, Dustin has pushed his limits, taking on roles as an actor, director, and producer …

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406 - Viet History Makers - Can Truth Be The Enemy? A Look into the Life of Nguyễn Mạnh Tường 1:14:15

2M ago1:14:15

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham explore …

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Laureen D. Hom, "The Power of Chinatown: Searching for Spatial Justice in Los Angeles" (U California Press, 2024) 1:26:07

2M ago1:26:07

1:26:07

Chinatown neighborhoods in the United States are about more than restaurants, shops, and architecture, argues San Jose State urban studies associate professor Laureen Hom in The Power of Chinatown: Searching for Spatial Justice in Los Angeles (California UP, 2024). They're also communities where people live, organize, and argue over politics. China…

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Linh Thuy Nguyen, "Displacing Kinship: The Intimacies of Intergenerational Trauma in Vietnamese American Cultural Production" (Temple UP, 2024) 1:32:23

2M ago1:32:23

1:32:23

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…

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Alex Duong Needs Our Support 28:24

2M ago28:24

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This is a special segment for a friend of the podcast, Alex Duong, who is in need of our community's support. Alex recently was diagnosed with a rare cancer and has left blinded in one eye. In this segment, Alex shares with us his incredibly difficult health journey in the last month. Before tragedy struck, Alex was invited to open for Ronny Chieng…

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Susan Tate Ankeny, "American Flygirl" (Citadel Press, 2024) 29:40

3M ago29:40

29:40

In 1931, Hazel Ying Lee, a nineteen-year-old American daughter of Chinese immigrants, sat in on a friend’s flight lesson. It changed her life. In less than a year, a girl with a wicked sense of humor, a newfound love of flying, and a tough can-do attitude earned her pilot’s license and headed for China to help against invading Japanese forces. In t…

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405 - Viet History Makers - Who Was Ho Chi Minh? Part 2 1:05:19

3M ago1:05:19

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity: Vietnamese Visions of Decolonization (Oxford University Press, 2024), in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this second part episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin P…

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Tao Leigh Goffe, "Dark Laboratory: On Columbus, the Caribbean, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis" (Doubleday Books, 2025) 1:04:02

3M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

In 1492, Christopher Columbus arrived on the Caribbean Island of Guanahaní to find an Edenic scene that was soon mythologized. But behind the myth of paradise, the Caribbean and its people would come to pay the price of relentless Western exploitation and abuse. In Dark Laboratory: On Columbus, the Caribbean, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis (…

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#11: Exploring the SPACE to LEAD Model 8:45

3M ago8:45

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In this episode of Space to Lead, David walks us through the elements of the SPACE to LEAD model, and explores how creating space for ourselves as leaders - regardless of whether it seems indulgent - is critical for our effectiveness. You can also learn more about this model by visiting www.teamshiftmagazine.ca and reading a recent article about th…

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Corinne Mitsuye Sugino, "Making the Human: Race, Allegory, and Asian Americans" (Rutgers UP, 2024) 47:29

3M ago47:29

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In this episode, I talked to Corinne Sugino, whose book Making the Human: Race, Allegory, and Asian Americans (Rutgers UP, 2024) examines how mainstream stories about Asian American success have come to serve harmful ideas about progress. At the turn of the century, Asian Americans have come to embody meritocracy and heteronormative family values, …

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404 - Viet History Makers - Who Was Ho Chi Minh? Part 1 1:08:11

3M ago1:08:11

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham examine the life and legacy of Hồ Chí Minh (1890-1969), the revolutionary lead…

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Ep. 9 - SEA Dreams - Why Hasn't There Been Any Modern Asian Soccer Teams in the World Cup? 53:26

3M ago53:26

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In this episode of SEA Dreams, we dive into the world of soccer in Southeast Asia—its growth, challenges, and the elusive dream of making it to the FIFA World Cup. Recently, Vietnam’s victory over Thailand made headlines, marking a significant moment for the region’s soccer scene. But despite moments of brilliance, no Southeast Asian team (other th…

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403 - Viet History Makers - Phạm Quỳnh - How to Seduce Your Enemy 1:16:15

4M ago1:16:15

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and co-host Kevin Pham explore the life and legacy of Phạm Quỳnh (1892-1945), a prominent intellectua…

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402 - Theresa Bui Costanzo - Rebuilding After The 2025 Altadena Fire 51:50

4M ago51:50

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In this episode, we sit down with Theresa Costanzo Bui, a survivor of the devastating Altadena Fire of 2025. As the inferno swept through her community, Theresa faced the unimaginable moment of evacuating her home, leaving behind everything she had built over the years. Theresa shares her experiences of loss, resilience, and the hope that keeps her…

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401 - Viet History Makers - Can the Vietnamese Think for Themselves? 1:11:51

4M ago1:11:51

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, host Kenneth Nguyen and Professor Kevin Pham explore the life and legacy of Nguyễn An Ninh (1900-1943), one of the most c…

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Jami Nakamura Lin, "The Night Parade: A Speculative Memoir" (Mariner Books, 2023) 59:02

4M ago59:02

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Jami Nakamura Lin spent much of her life feeling monstrous for reasons outside of her control. As a young woman with undiagnosed bipolar disorder, much of her adolescence was marked by periods of extreme rage and an array of psychiatric treatments, and her relationships suffered as a result, especially as her father's cancer grasped hold of their f…

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Adrian de Leon, "Bundok: A Hinterland History of Filipino America" (UNC Press, 2023) 1:15:36

4M ago1:15:36

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In a book that pulls together both sides of the Pacific, Bundok: A Hinterland History of Filipino America (UNC Press, 2023) asks the question: what if we look at Filipino history not from the cities or the imperial metropoles, but from the mountains and the countryside? Or put another way, from the "bundok," the Tagalog word for "mountain" which Am…

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Stacey Diane Arañez Litam, "Patterns that Remain: A Guide to Healing for Asian Children of Immigrants" (Oxford UP, 2025) 26:54

4M ago26:54

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This empowering book blends history, storytelling, and culturally grounded techniques to equip readers with the tools needed to promote self-reflection, personal growth, and diasporic healing. Asian Americans represent the fastest growing ethnic group in the United States, yet few books capture how historical events, immigration experiences, cultur…

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Dean Itsuji Saranillio, "Unsustainable Empire: Alternative Histories of Hawai‘i Statehood" (Duke UP, 2018) 1:18:48

4M ago1:18:48

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In Unsustainable Empire: Alternative Histories of Hawai‘i Statehood (Duke University Press, 2018), Dean Itsuji Saranillio offers a bold challenge to conventional understandings of Hawai‘i’s admission as a U.S. state. Hawai‘i statehood is popularly remembered as a civil rights victory against racist claims that Hawai‘i was undeserving of statehood b…

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400 - Cat Bao Le + Tin Thanh Nguyen - Who Are The Vietnamese Deportables? 1:05:39

4M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

In this episode, we sit down with two leaders driving change and justice for Southeast Asian communities in the South. Our first guest, Cat Bao Le has been organizing in North Carolina and the South for over 14 years. From her early work with the Asian Law Caucus in civil rights and supporting Southeast Asian farmworkers with the United Farm Worker…

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Susan Goebel - A leadership primer from the lens of a Fractional COO 23:18

4M ago23:18

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In this episode of Space to Lead, Susan Goebel shares some key insights on leadership, as well as the role of a Fractional COO. You can learn more about Susan and her work by visiting www.scalinggrp.com. And, if you would like to learn more about the Eisenhower Matrix, reach out to us ([email protected]) with Eisenhower Matrix in the subje…

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399 - Linda Nguyen - Rose Parade Float Producer, Love 2 Yeu’s “Journey of Dreams” 39:04

4M ago39:04

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Linda Nguyen 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙚𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮. She has elevated impactful projects, honoring the heritage, stories, and ideas of communities through brands, organizations, and initiatives. As a 𝙗𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙫𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙚…

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398 - Viet History Makers - Did President Ngô Đình Diệm Deserve to Die? 1:09:34

4M ago1:09:34

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Join host Kenneth Nguyen and series co-host Kevin Pham, author of The Architects of Dignity, in this sub-series of the podcast, exploring the key figures and moments in Vietnamese history. In this episode of Viet History Makers, we delve into one of the most polarizing figures in Vietnam’s modern history: Ngô Đình Diệm, the first president of the R…

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397 - Chris Tran Travels - Why Don't We Get Along? 1:16:57

5M ago1:16:57

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Chris Tran is a teacher and content creator, born in Los Angeles, California, and now based in Vietnam. As a second-generation Vietnamese-American, he blends his heritage and personal experiences to create content about language, culture, and travel. With a background in education and a passion for storytelling, Chris strives to bridge the world an…

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Emily Mitchell-Eaton, "New Destinations of Empire: Mobilities, Racial Geographies, and Citizenship in the Transpacific United States" (U Georgia Press, 2024) 1:14:59

5M ago1:14:59

1:14:59

In 1986 the Compact of Free Association marked the formal end of U.S. colonialism in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, while simultaneously re-entrenching imperial power dynamics between the two countries. The U.S.-RMI Compact at once enshrined exclusive U.S. military access to the islands and established the right of “visa-free” migration to t…

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Curtis Blais - A cyber-security primer 21:39

5M ago21:39

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In this episode of Space to Lead, Curtis Blais shared his experience and insights with cyber-security, and teases his upcoming book - CyberDynamX: The Art and Science of Building a Simplified Digital Security Program. You can pre-order on Amazon HERE and learn more about Curtis and his work at https://cyberdynamx.com/…

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Justin Tse, "Sheets of Scattered Sand: Cantonese Protestants and the Secular Dream of the Pacific Rim" (U Notre Dame Press, 2024) 1:35:00

5M ago1:35:00

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Justin K.H. Tse captures the voices of Cantonese Protestant Christians from the San Francisco, Vancouver, and Hong Kong metropolitan areas as they reflect on their efforts to adapt to secular communities while retaining their identity and beliefs. In the context of the transpacific region between Asia and the Americas, the “Pacific Rim” refers to a…

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