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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

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.

30 Years of Vietnam in My Heart | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 10:50

An American photographer who came to Vietnam as a young man and stayed, in his heart, in his art, and in his destiny. For more than three decades, he has walked alleys, climbed mountains, waited patiently for the soft light of dawn, and captured a Vietnam that is tender, quiet, soulful and deeply human.

Blue Dragon Dream 2045 | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 23:52

Let's discover “Blue Dragon Dream, Vietnam brand 2045” in this episode of Talk Vietnam, which offers a creative and heartfelt vision of Việt Nam’s future at the centennial of independence, a future of strength, humanity, and sustainable development.

Young People Bridge The Tale of Kiều to Global Readers | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 11:52

A new English translation of The Tale of Kiều brings Vietnam’s greatest literary masterpiece to global readers, guided by young voices bridging tradition and the world. Through rigorous scholarship and poetic sensitivity, a centuries-old epic finds renewed life across cultures.

Vietnamese dual language program in the U.S. | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 18:43

Meet Dr. Vân Trương, an education leader bringing Vietnamese language and culture into American classrooms. Watch “Talk Vietnam: Teaching Vietnamese to the World” — a story of identity, education, and love for the homeland.

I am Vietnamese: Amy Minh Hanh Corey | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 15:48

Talk Vietnam presents conversations with a diverse range of guests who have made positive contributions and share captivating stories about Vietnam. This episode presents a voice that carries two worlds - and one heart. Join Amy Minh Hanh Corey in Talk Vietnam, where music, identity, and home come together.

British scholar with a Vietnamese soul | Talk Vietnam

Politics & Economy 18:24

From old archives in Europe to the vibrant streets of today’s Vietnam, Kyril Whittaker has followed a path guided by conviction, curiosity, and deep respect. His research reminds us that history is not just about the past. It shapes how we see the present, and how we imagine the future.

Made-in-Vietnam drone | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 16:11

In this Talk Vietnam episode, we explore Hera, a powerful Vietnamese drone praised by the US and Europe. We chat with the CEO of Real-Time Robotics Company to learn how this compact, innovative drone was developed. Hera represents hard work, creativity, and cutting-edge technology. The CEO shares his journey from a small hometown to bringing Vietnamese innovation onto the world stage, gaining international recognition and support.

Bringing fish sauce to the world with Benoit Chaigneau | Talk Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 13:50

Benoît Chaigneau, a renowned culinary critic and television host in France, retraces his journey of falling in love with Vietnamese fish sauce. From his first taste of its deep umami flavour to the birth of the Chú Ben fish sauce brand, this is a story of culinary passion, cultural pride, and innovative craftsmanship — where tradition meets modern taste, and Vietnam’s iconic condiment finds a global voice.

Pierre Asselin – Looking back at history and towards the future

Politics & Economy 19:55

Canadian historian Pierre Asselin has devoted nearly three decades to studying Vietnam's history. As a professor at San Diego State University and author of several acclaimed books, Asselin makes regular visits to Vietnam to access archival materials and speak with firsthand witnesses. Over time, Vietnam has become an essential part of Asselin's life and career.