A Vietnamese Childhood in Russia & Life Behind the Scenes at VTV | Lunch Walk #13

“I was actually born in Russia.” I wasn't expecting that revelation when  Trang took me for my first Russian lunch in Vietnam! From her unusual childhood in Russia to Vietnam's Soviet connections, VTV producer Trang and I explore a side of Vietnamese history I knew very little about. Over dumplings, cabbage rolls and grilled meat, we chat about Hanoi vs Saigon, why Vietnamese people don't do small talk, and what really happens behind the scenes at Vietnam Explained. And somehow, we end up discussing Korean beauty standards and the Kardashians! Key Takeaways Growing up Vietnamese in Russia Discovering Russian food in Hanoi Cultural differences between Vietnam and the West Behind the scenes at VTV Gen Z beauty trends and pop culture Timestamps 00:00 – My first Russian lunch in Hanoi 02:00 – Chang's surprising Russian childhood 05:00 – Hanoi vs Saigon 07:00 – Why Vietnamese people don't do small talk 10:00 – Exploring Russian food 19:00 – Behind the scenes at Vietnam Explained 28:00 – Korean beauty trends and the Kardashians Have you ever tried Russian food in Vietnam? Let me know in the comments! Subscribe to Discover Vietnam for more stories, conversations and adventures across Vietnam. "Send me a message!" Book your free tour of Saigon Podcast Studio! Support the show 🎙️ Recorded at Saigon Podcast Studio! 👉  www.saigonpodcaststudio.com 🎙️ Start Your Podcast Today! 👉 Book a FREE Discovery Call with me and let’s bring your idea to life!  🎥 Edit Videos Like a Pro with Descript! 👉 I use Descript to create my content—try it for FREE here:  🔒 Protect Your Privacy with NordVPN! 👉 Get 70% OFF their 2-year plan and enjoy a secure, ad-free internet!  These are affiliate links, and I’ll earn a small commission if you sign up, at no extra cost to you. ✅ Subscribe for More! If you enjoy content about life in Vietnam, food adventures, and great conversations, hit that subscribe button. 📸 Follow Me on Instagram 🌐 Visit My Website 🎉 Join Our Community!