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How's the weather | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 00:28 01/01/2026Weather is the ultimate icebreaker everywhere – but in Vietnam, describing the heat is a whole other level of expression. In this episode of Speak Like a Local, let's learn how to talk about weather and discover unique local phrases to perfectly describe Vietnamese weather like an authentic local.
Dress up like local | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 16:34 30/12/2025In this episode of Speak like a local, host Uzor Nadis will take you into the small details of everyday Vietnamese: how people talk about what they wear, and the little things that complete the look. Speak like a local - Dress up like a local on Vietnam Today.
Talking about colours in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 17:39 22/12/2025The world around us is filled with countless colours. A single shade can be light or deep, soft or intense. In this new episode, host Uzor Nadis explores how Vietnamese people talk about colours - from the clothes they wear to the way they express beauty and emotion in daily life. Don’t miss Speak Like a Local: Talking about colours in Vietnamese, only on Vietnam Today!
Talk money: Ask, Count, Negotiate | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 14:55 16/12/2025Money talks everywhere – but in Vietnam, knowing how to ask about prices and pay using Vietnamese currency is key to everyday life! In this episode of Speak Like a Local, host Ethan Kelly learns how to politely ask for the price, pay like a pro, and most importantly, master the art of bargaining!
Asking and giving directions | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 20:30 14/12/2025In this episode of "Speak like a local", host Luân Vũ will show you how to ask for directions like a real local, so you never end up in the wrong place again. Discover how Vietnamese people use landmarks instead of house numbers to show the way in Speak like a local - Asking and Giving directions.
Eat like a local | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 12:06 14/12/2025In this episode of Speak Like a Local, Luân Vũ steps into the colourful, energetic world of Vietnamese dining - a world bursting with flavour. From choosing dishes and customising flavours to describing taste like locals do, host Luân Vũ discovers the little expressions that bring Vietnamese dining to life.
Vietnamese Politeness 101 | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 14:53 12/12/2025In this episode, the brand new host Luân Vũ uncovers how the expressions of “sorry” and “thank you” actually work in daily life. All the tips you need to communicate naturally like a Vietnamese will be revealed in this episode.
Counting and asking for number in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 23:04 20/11/2025In this episode of Speak Like a Local, host Ethan Kelly breaks down Vietnamese numbers, from everyday counting to decoding phone numbers like a true local. Find out which Vietnamese numbers bring luck and which ones locals avoid.
Asking and telling the time in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 14:26 09/11/2025Time matters everywhere - but in Vietnam, asking for the time can also be a friendly way to connect. In this episode of Speak Like a Local, host Ethan Kelly learns how to ask for the time and discovers a funny local phrase: “giờ cao su” - “rubber time” to tease your friends when they’re late!
Days, Dates, Months and the Lunar Calendar in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 16:49 03/11/2025To Vietnamese people, time is more than just numbers - it holds many meanings. Like how the first lunar and full moon days are special moments to remember ancestors, worship the gods, and pray for peace. Join our new host, Ethan Kelly, as he discovers how to ask about days, dates, and months and explores how the Vietnamese sense of time is deeply connected to tradition and spirituality.
Learning Vietnamese with Trey Rives | Fun learning Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 14:11 30/11/2025In this episode of Fun Learning Vietnamese, we’ll meet Trey Rives – an American actor and content creator with a deep passion for Vietnamese culture, music and cuisine. After eight years living in Vietnam and five years studying the language, Trey shares his journey navigating challenges, grammar hurdles and even negative online comments.
Double Wish | Fun Learning Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 18:00 21/11/2025Double Wish – the only Japanese comedy duo performing in Vietnam. Since beginning their artistic journey here, the two performers have overcome many challenges in adapting to Vietnamese culture and language. But with their love for the S-shaped country and their relentless effort, they have gradually won the hearts of the audience.
Samuel An | Fun Learning Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 01:47 22/09/2025Samuel An’s Vietnamese Journey: From Struggles to Screen Star Swiss actor Samuel An surprised host Dustin Phúc Nguyễn - and viewers -when he took on the challenge of dubbing a fiery jealousy scene in Vietnamese. From his early days grappling with the language to becoming a heartthrob on Vietnamese screens, this episode tracks Samuel’s impressive progress and the fun (and drama!) along the way.
Luan Vu | Fun Learning Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 16:57 14/09/2025In this episode of Fun Learning Vietnamese with Luan Vu, meet an American with a Vietnamese foster mother who has chosen to stay in Vietnam out of deep love for its culture and language. A fan of cải lương and fluent in three regional accents—North, Central, and South—he now teaches English and hopes to inspire cultural exchange between Vietnam and the world through language and shared traditions.
Stephen Vu | Fun Learning Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 21:41 03/09/2025Stephen Vũ, a Harvard graduate living in Vietnam since 2017, takes on Vietnamese language challenges with humor and energy. Blending cultural insights, funny moments, and wordplay, he shows his passion for learning languages and connecting across cultures. His story inspires viewers to embrace lifelong learning with curiosity and joy.
The land of heritage - Easy Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 19:30 22/09/2025The former imperial capital of Hue was once the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty and preserves a distinctive complex of royal architecture in the present. Passing through the Noon Gate, visitors are gradually greeted by structures such as the Imperial City, royal tombs, palaces, and temples – all adorned with glazed tiled roofs and intricately carved wooden pillars. This showcases the refined elegance of traditional Vietnamese architecture.
Hugo goes on a ride - Easy Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 22:00 03/09/2025French singer Hugo, known as Huy, has lived in Vietnam for three years. In Hue, he takes a tricycle ride through the ancient city, discovering its quiet beauty, tasting local specialties, and learning Vietnamese expressions. The journey blends food, culture, and language, offering Huy a deeper connection with Vietnam and highlighting Hue’s timeless charm.
Hugo tries Hue specialty - "com hen" - Easy Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese 21:49 03/09/2025Huy, a French expatriate, has lived in Vietnam for three years and loves Bun Đậu Mắm Tôm. In Hue, he joins friends to discover local specialties, learn about cooking traditions, and improve his Vietnamese. Through food, language lessons, and cultural exchanges, Huy experiences the charm of Hue and the warmth of its people.
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