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Talk Vietnam

"Talk Vietnam" is an English-language television programme, presents conversations with a diverse range of guests who have made positive contributions and share captivating stories about Vietnam — from foreigners with a deep appreciation for Vietnamese culture to distinguished figures in science, business, and society.

Latest Episodes

Hầu Đồng: Heritage Without Borders | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 23:14

A sacred ritual of rhythm, colour, and spirit… now crosses every border… and touches people around the world? For more than 35 years, Dr Nguyễn Đức Hiển has dedicated his life to preserving and sharing the spirit of Việt Nam’s Mother Goddess worship. Once a local belief, this sacred practice is inspiring a new generation of artists, scholars, and believers worldwide.

Ron Kovic - From war to Oscar | Talk Vietnam

Politics & Economy 14:46

This episode of Talk Vietnam explores the remarkable journey of Ron Kovic – a veteran and the author of “Born on the Fourth of July” – and his enduring efforts to promote reconciliation between Việt Nam and the United States.

Ia Đrăng - The Historic Meeting | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 13:36

Nearly six decades after the Battle of Ia Đrăng changed countless lives, two families once separated by war find themselves connected again. Through memories, conversations, and shared moments, Talk Vietnam — Ia Đrăng: The Historic Meeting tells a story not about conflict, but understanding… not about the past, but what we choose to carry forward. From history to healing, discover an emotional journey of reconciliation on Vietnam Today.

A Return Powered by Compassion | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 01:31

The Gyalwang Drukpa is the spiritual head of the Drukpa lineage, a Buddhist tradition with nearly 1,000 years of history, rooted in India and closely tied to the Himalayas. He is known around the world not only as a spiritual leader and a profound meditation master, but also as a dedicated humanitarian.

A promenade around Hà Nội with Martín Rama | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 19:39

For 27 years, he has not only studied Việt Nam through data and reports, but also through walks along memory-filled streets and by listening to the stories of Hanoians. He has captured the city's poetic spirit in his books. A former World Bank economist who worked in Việt Nam, Martín Rama from Uruguay, has explored and contributed to Hanoi in his own unique way.

The contemporary life of Trịnh music | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 17:10

This week on Talk Vietnam, the legacy of Trịnh Công Sơn comes alive through new voices, and talented artists. This is a space where music is felt, shared, and reimagined across generations. Follow Talk Vietnam - The contemporary life of Trịnh music for more stories, on Vietnam Today.

Christina Bùi - Bridging two shores | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 22:43

When asked how she sees herself, Christina Bùi answered simply, I am a bridge. And today on Talk Vietnam, we explore what she has spent a lifetime connecting. Christina Bùi represents a unique kind of bridge, a bridge between memories marked by separation and a future built on understanding.

Dr Dương Minh Hải and future materials | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 17:08

Ever wondered how the world’s lightest material was created? Dr Dương Minh Hải has the answer on Talk Vietnam, exclusively on Vietnam Today.

Journalist William Lee Adams: Việt Nam is in my DNA

Culture & Tourism 23:30

In this episode of Talk Vietnam, journalist and writer William Lee Adams shares his journey of rediscovering Vietnamese identity through culture, storytelling, and personal experience.

Love bamboo, love Vietnam | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 13:37

Strong - Sustainable - Rooted in tradition. For nearly a decade, a foreigner has followed the story of Vietnamese bamboo — from rural villages to modern architecture, from traditional craft to global design. In this week’s Talk Vietnam, discover how bamboo became more than a material — it became home.