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413 - Is America Becoming Great Again? Viet Thanh Nguyen
Manage episode 474396043 series 2911848
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 in Gaza — a conflict that continues to raise difficult questions about power, accountability, and the role of the United States in international spaces. Viet offers his perspective not only as a writer and academic, but as someone who has consistently used his platform to speak out against injustice and advocate for human rights.
The conversation also turns to the lasting influence of President Trump on both American society and global politics. We explore how he continues to shape narratives around nationalism, truth, and democracy — and what that means for the future of political discourse both in the U.S. and abroad.
This is not just a conversation about geopolitics — it’s about how writers, thinkers, and artists engage with the world. Whether you’re here for the politics, the literature, or the intersection of both, this episode offers plenty to reflect on.
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Many of you still have the chance to record and preserve the legacies of your own families. I’ve sat with families now for interview sessions to record the rich histories of parents and explore the lives of the generations that preceded them. Don’t let your family stories go untold! Take a moment to reach out and together we will bring out your family’s story on a recorded journey. - Kenneth Nguyen
Visit vietnamstorybank.com today for more information!
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vietnamese-with-kenneth-nguyen/donations
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429 episodes
Manage episode 474396043 series 2911848
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 in Gaza — a conflict that continues to raise difficult questions about power, accountability, and the role of the United States in international spaces. Viet offers his perspective not only as a writer and academic, but as someone who has consistently used his platform to speak out against injustice and advocate for human rights.
The conversation also turns to the lasting influence of President Trump on both American society and global politics. We explore how he continues to shape narratives around nationalism, truth, and democracy — and what that means for the future of political discourse both in the U.S. and abroad.
This is not just a conversation about geopolitics — it’s about how writers, thinkers, and artists engage with the world. Whether you’re here for the politics, the literature, or the intersection of both, this episode offers plenty to reflect on.
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Many of you still have the chance to record and preserve the legacies of your own families. I’ve sat with families now for interview sessions to record the rich histories of parents and explore the lives of the generations that preceded them. Don’t let your family stories go untold! Take a moment to reach out and together we will bring out your family’s story on a recorded journey. - Kenneth Nguyen
Visit vietnamstorybank.com today for more information!
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vietnamese-with-kenneth-nguyen/donations
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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