Episode 2 - SEA Dreams - Coffee and Beyond

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen

Join us for an exploration of Vietnam’s coffee history, tracing its journey from colonial roots to its modern global presence.

In this episode, we break down the journey of coffee production in Vietnam, diving into the political shifts that shaped the industry, the economic significance of coffee as one of the country's most valuable exports, and its profound cultural impact.

From its French colonial origins to the creation of iconic drinks like cà phê sữa đá, and the ongoing evolution of coffee culture, join us as we explore coffee in modern day Vietnam.

Welcome to SEA Dreams! Explore Southeast Asia’s dynamic past, present, and future landscape through the lens of culture, food, business, history, and politics. Each episode deep dives into expert analysis on key events shaping Southeast Asia. Whether you're a professional, student, or curious listener, this podcast will provide fresh perspectives and thought-provoking conversations on the forces driving change in this influential region.

An Vo is an Australian-Vietnamese living in America with a background in law, politics, economics, and multi-cultural affairs. He has advised both state and federal government bodies on multi-cultural affairs. Having emigrated to Australia at age 5 An has spent two decades each in both Australia and the US but still retains his Aussie accent.

Phillip Van is a commercial director and screenwriter whose work has earned recognition from The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Filmmaker Magazine, and awards at festivals such as Sundance and Berlin. Half-Vietnamese and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, he draws on his unique cultural background to inform his creative perspective. His projects are currently in development with major studios, including Netflix and Fifth Season.

Kenneth Nguyen is a Los Angeles based podcaster and film producer with over two decades in the Vietnamese media space. Kenneth hosts and produces The Vietnamese podcast with over 400 episodes recorded. Kenneth Nguyen is a founding partner of EAST Films.

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