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Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Niall Mackay | Seven Million Bikes Podcasts
379 episodes
2 days ago
“You can live in Vietnam for $1,000 a month… but will you be happy, healthy, and secure doing it?” Adrie and I are gonna be here again, but in different roles - she’s the host and interviews me. Adrie asks me about the real cost of living in Vietnam after nine years as expats in Ho Chi Minh City. When we first arrived, we thought everything would be dirt cheap — almost free. But as we settled into long-term life, we learned that costs depend entirely on the lifestyle you want to live. This co...
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“You can live in Vietnam for $1,000 a month… but will you be happy, healthy, and secure doing it?” Adrie and I are gonna be here again, but in different roles - she’s the host and interviews me. Adrie asks me about the real cost of living in Vietnam after nine years as expats in Ho Chi Minh City. When we first arrived, we thought everything would be dirt cheap — almost free. But as we settled into long-term life, we learned that costs depend entirely on the lifestyle you want to live. This co...
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Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover The True Cost of Living in Vietnam, hosted by Adrie Lopez Mackay
“You can live in Vietnam for $1,000 a month… but will you be happy, healthy, and secure doing it?” Adrie and I are gonna be here again, but in different roles - she’s the host and interviews me. Adrie asks me about the real cost of living in Vietnam after nine years as expats in Ho Chi Minh City. When we first arrived, we thought everything would be dirt cheap — almost free. But as we settled into long-term life, we learned that costs depend entirely on the lifestyle you want to live. This co...
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2 days ago
48 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Vietnam - Lars Callieou - Touring Canadian Comedian
Lars Callieou is a touring comedian from Edmonton, Canada, who was recently on his 4th tour of Saigon and Vietnam. After watching his show and attending a workshop he put on for local comedians I caught up with Lars at his hotel shortly before he flew back to Canada. So apologies for the background noise, we were in the hotel restaurant that was thankfully mostly quiet. Lars has appeared at the Just for Laughs Festival and has a 1-Hour Comedy Special currently airing on The Comedy Net...
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5 days ago
48 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover The Expat Money Mistakes That Cost Me $20,000, with Robin Copely
“Life is not about the money in your bank account. Life is for living, and your investments, your insurance, all those things should be about allowing you to live the life you want.” – Robin Copley It wasn’t easy to share, but I opened up about my own financial mistakes in Vietnam—losing tens of thousands of dollars because I trusted the wrong person. Robin Copley, my financial planner now, joined me to unpack what went wrong, what red flags I should have seen, and what every expat needs to k...
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1 week ago
44 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Vietnam - Mischa Smith - Pasteur Street Brewing Company Sales Director
Mischa Smith, from Canada, is a regular sight around Saigon in the craft beer scene as the Sales Director for Pasteur Street Brewing Company. Mischa started in the craft beer industry in Toronto, Ontario before he packed up and moved to South Korea to teach English for a year that turned into four years and five months. After a visit to Saigon he fell in love with the city, left Korea and has now been here for 6 years, seeing massive changes in Saigon in a relatively short...
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1 week ago
48 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover How My MS Diagnosis Led To Opening Saigon Podcast Studio
“Choose one thing that you want to focus on. Start saying no to everything else politely. Make everything you do about that one thing and I guarantee you’ll be successful.” That’s the biggest lesson I’ve learned in my journey of turning a hobby podcast into a full-time business. Today, I opened up about the setbacks, surprises, and wins I’ve had along the way—from starting with one microphone in my living room, to working with RMIT Vietnam on an international project, to facing a health scare...
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2 weeks ago
35 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Q&A: Discover The Setbacks I Overcame to Create Seven Million Bikes Podcasts
“Choose one thing that you want to focus on. Start saying no to everything else politely. Make everything you do about that one thing and I guarantee you’ll be successful.” That’s the biggest lesson I’ve learned in my journey of turning a hobby podcast into a full-time business. Today, I opened up about the setbacks, surprises, and wins I’ve had along the way—from starting with one microphone in my living room, to working with RMIT Vietnam on an international project, to facing a health scare...
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2 weeks ago
18 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Saigon Native Kim Nguyen's Life Overseas & Vietnam
In this episode I speak with Saigon native, Kim Nguyen. Kim moved to the UK as a teenager to study and stayed for 6 years, meeting her boyfriend in the process who now lives with her in Saigon. Returning to Vietnam in 2018, Kim has a unique perspective on both living overseas and in Vietnam and has some helpful tips for young Vietnamese students thinking of studying overseas. She currently works in the music industry as a marketing executive, managing exciting and talented local talent....
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2 weeks ago
30 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover How Devin Hong Found Identity, Acting, and Belonging in Vietnam
“It’s like you’re wearing our face, but you’re not really us.” – Devin Hong This episode with Devin was one of those conversations that reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place. Devin’s journey—from leaving Vietnam as a child, growing up in California, then returning decades later—was powerful, funny, and deeply honest. I loved hearing his perspective on identity, belonging, and what it really means to come “home.” I also found myself relating to so much of his story. The way...
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3 weeks ago
55 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Back Catalog Rewind : Discover Why JK Hobson Made A Life in Saigon
My first guest on Seven Million Bikes is JK Hobson. As a finalist in the 2018 Vietnam Comedy Competition JK is known by many in Saigon as a stand-up, but is a man of many talents. We had so much to talk about I’ve split this first episode into two parts. Growing up in New York, JK moved to LA with his “fairly well known” thrash-metal band, Crisis. After Crisis split and he returned to University, JK initially came to Vietnam on a study abroad program in 2015, returning in 2016 on a Fulbright ...
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3 weeks ago
53 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover Why The Nguyens Took Their Kids Out Of School To Travel The World
What an amazing story! I was so fascinated by Dennis and Emily's decision to leave their jobs as accountants and travel the world with their two kids, Hannah and Aiden. They turned a simple idea into an incredible journey across more than 30 countries. Listening to them talk about the challenges of homeschooling on the road, the cultural differences they've encountered, and the beautiful moments they've shared as a family was truly inspiring. It was a lot to manage with four people on t...
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1 month ago
41 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover Vietnam's Changing Consumption Patterns and Health Trends
“Everyday life in Saigon means navigating sugar in everything—from coffee to orange juice—and I can’t have any of it.” – Jane Ha My guest today is Jane Ha, a researcher in behavioral science who has lived in Hanoi, the U.S., the U.K., and now Saigon. Jane’s story is as much about resilience as it is about culture—living with diabetes in one of the sweetest food environments in the world, while also studying the consumer habits that shape what we all eat and drink. What struck me most is how h...
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1 month ago
56 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover the Silent Struggles of Vietnam’s Returning Students
“I felt like my Vietnamese froze at the level of a 17-year-old.” – Mai Doan My guest today is Mai Doan, who left Vietnam at just 17 to study in Oregon, later studied in France, built a career in the U.S., and then made the choice to return home. Her story was full of courage and honesty. She talked about cultural shocks, stereotypes, and the challenges of returning to Vietnam after so many years abroad. What stood out to me most was how she found meaning in conservation work, even though her ...
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1 month ago
47 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
New Name: Same Podcast!
If you’ve been following the show since the Seven Million Bikes: A Saigon Podcast days, you’ll know this has always been about sharing the stories of the incredible people who make up Vietnam — locals, expats, entrepreneurs, creatives, and everyone in between. A Vietnam Podcast is now... Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast marking the start of our brand-new chapter. I share why I decided to update the name, the thought process behind “Discover Vietnam,” and what you can expect from the ...
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1 month ago
3 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover Why People Stay in Saigon With Krista Bernard and Guest Host, Adrie Lopez Mackay!
“People at home always ask, ‘When are you moving back?’ But honestly, I’m not sure I could.” – Krista Bernard If you grew up in a small town—or in Krista’s case, a village with 500 people including cows—you’ll know the feeling of leaving and never quite seeing it the same again. Adrie Lopez Mackay (yep, my amazing wife) takes over the mic to speak with our good friend Krista Bernard, who traded dairy farms and long Canadian winters for the chaos and charm of Saigon. It’s her birthday, she’s r...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover How Premier Dental is Changing Vietnam's Dentistry with Annie Vo
“You can fly to Vietnam, stay a month, get your teeth done—and still spend less than you would back home.” – Niall Mackay Annie Vo finally made it on the podcast—and it was well worth the wait. This is Part 2 of our conversation, and in this episode, we dug into something I find really fascinating: what it takes to run a truly modern, ethical dental clinic in Vietnam. Annie and her husband have built something rare. They’re not just doing dentistry—they’re creating a model for what healthcare...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover Vietnam’s Hidden Magic with Uncle George & Aunt Betty | An Extra Special Epsiode!! | S14 E11
“I can honestly say my expectations of Vietnam were completely blown away.” This episode is extra special. Not only is it the first recorded in the brand-new Saigon Podcast Studio, but my guest is my very own Uncle George. He and my Aunt Betty just spent two weeks traveling through Vietnam, and we squeezed this conversation in right before they flew home. George opens up about his first impressions of Vietnam, how his perspective completely changed during the trip, and why he’s now seriously ...
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2 months ago
25 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover How Culture and Sugar Shape Vietnam’s Dental Health with Dr Albert Le | S14 E10
I’ve met a lot of interesting people in Vietnam over the years, but this conversation with Dr. Albert Viet Le really stuck with me—pun intended (and yes, it involves floss). Albert is the Managing Director of Premier Dental and the only US and Australian board-certified periodontist practicing in Vietnam. We recorded this episode in our brand-new studio—Albert was our very first proper guest—and I couldn’t have asked for a better conversation to kick things off. I loved hearing his story, fro...
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2 months ago
34 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
First EVER A Vietnam Podcast in Vietnamese! With Huynh Nhu (Bonus @ House of Merlin)
With Huynh Nhu from Seven Million Bikes Podcasts! "Send me a message!" This Season is sponsored by Premier Dental. Discover the potential of a confident and healthy smile with the excellent dental clinic in Ho Chi Minh Support the show 🎙️ 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 t...
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2 months ago
5 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover what Vietnamese Gen Z Really Thinks About His Generation with House of Merlin | S14 E9
"For me, the customer is like my girlfriend. If the customer is happy, I’m happy.” – Nguyen Van Nam This episode was such a blast to record. Not only was it filmed at the stunning House of Merlin, one of my favorite cocktail bars in Saigon, but I also got to sit down with Nguyen Van Nam, a talented young bartender who represents the next wave of Gen Z hospitality professionals in Vietnam. What struck me most about Nam is how honest and self-aware he is. He says he’s an introvert—and maybe he ...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
Discover What's Fuelling Vietnam's Growing Economy with Hugo Bosch | S14 E8
"There’s a youthful, hungry population here—and you can feel the energy in the streets every day." – Hugo Bosch I absolutely loved this episode. Hugo was not only a fantastic guest, but also someone who opened my eyes to a side of Vietnam I hadn’t properly explored before: the stock market and capital markets. I’ll admit it, even as a long-term expat here, I never really thought much about investing in Vietnam. But after this conversation, I came away with a whole new perspective—not just abo...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast
“You can live in Vietnam for $1,000 a month… but will you be happy, healthy, and secure doing it?” Adrie and I are gonna be here again, but in different roles - she’s the host and interviews me. Adrie asks me about the real cost of living in Vietnam after nine years as expats in Ho Chi Minh City. When we first arrived, we thought everything would be dirt cheap — almost free. But as we settled into long-term life, we learned that costs depend entirely on the lifestyle you want to live. This co...