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Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastDiscover 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 conversati...
2025-10-0144 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastDiscover 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 BernardIf 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...
2025-08-1318 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastPizza in Vietnam - Overrated, underrated, properly rated? | Saigon Sunday Sessions #15 "Why do Vietnamese people love seafood pizza? 'Cause it's disgusting." - Niall MackayFind out in this episode why Vietnamese people love seafood pizza! You may be surprised to find out why.With Krista Hope and Adrie Lopez Mackay, we delve into this curious culinary choice and how pizza in Vietnam has changed with a bit of humor and a lot of curiosity. Sharing personal takes on what makes this dish universally loved we explore the cultural and gastronomic factors that influence its life in Vietnam. Over 7 Bridges Craft Bee...
2025-04-0638 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastHanoi vs. Saigon: The Great Vietnam Debate with Paul Villanova & Krista Bernard | The Saigon Sunday Sessions #2“The air in Hanoi was so polluted that some days, we couldn’t even see the mountains. Then COVID hit, and suddenly we had blue skies.”In this episode of The Saigon Sunday Sessions, Niall Mackay dives deep into the age-old debate between Vietnam’s two major cities: Saigon and Hanoi. Joined by guests Paul Villanova and Krista Bernard with Adrie Lopez Mackay, they explore their personal experiences living in both cities, sharing everything from lifestyle differences to humorous anecdotes about motorbike adventures and the impact of pollution on daily life.Key Highligh...
2024-10-2648 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastLiving in Vietnam As An American | The Saigon Sunday Sessions #1“It’s a relief living in a place where I don’t have to worry about guns on a daily basis. In the U.S., there’s always that undercurrent of fear, but here in Vietnam, it’s not something I ever have to think about.”In this inaugural episode of Saigon Sunday Sessions, Niall Mackay sits down with his wife, Adrie Lopez Mackay, to explore what it’s like living in Vietnam as an American. The conversation delves into Adrie’s first impressions, the cultural perceptions surrounding Vietnam, and how they both adjusted to life in Saigon o...
2024-10-1947 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastBrunch & The Oriental Snapper at WKND in Thao DienAdrie Lopez-Mackay joins host and husband, Niall Mackay, as they venture out for a brunch in Thao Dien, Saigon and as recommended by Mischa Smith, the Oriental SnapperThey discuss the major infrastructural changes in the city over the past few years. From the transformation of roads and tunnels to improved traffic systems, they reflect on how the city's charm has evolved. The episode also features a near miss with a dog, funny moments of driving in Saigon, and highlights of new dining spots and amenities in Thao Dien, including a review of a delicious z...
2024-10-0209 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastExploring Saigon - Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour with Adrie Lopez MackayJoin Adrie and I as we embark on the Hop On Hop Off bus tour in Saigon, taking in the beautiful views of the city at sunset. We discuss the development of new buildings and infrastructure, and our experiences as both tourists and residents in the vibrant city of Saigon. Highlights include visits to key landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Independence Palace, and the bustling Nguyen Hue Walking Street, capturing the essence of Saigon's rapid development and rich history.00:00 Introduction and Annoyances of City Life00:21 Exploring Saigon: Hop On Ho...
2024-09-1820 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastWhy The Growing Black Community in Saigon Created Their Own Facebook Group | Hayden Lowry S7 E7Join the Seven Million Bikes Community. This is another fascinating deep dive into the live of someone who has chosen to make Vietnam home for over a decade.Hayden Lowry runs Caribê Jamaican Patties, is a freelance video post-production specialist, and the admin for the "Black in Saigon" Facebook group."I was bequeathed it by a lovely, smart and intelligent lady named Hillary who is a lawyer and she was living out here. We had the the opportunity to meet each other mere months before I moved to Vietnam in 2005, and at that t...
2021-10-201h 16
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastWhy The Growing Black Community in Saigon Created Their Own Facebook Group | Hayden Lowry TEASER S7 E7Join the Seven Million Bikes Community.This is another fascinating deep dive into the live of someone who has chosen to make Vietnam home for over a decade.Hayden Lowry runs Caribê Jamaican Patties, is a freelance video post-production specialist, and the admin for the "Black in Saigon" Facebook group."I was bequeathed it by a lovely, smart and intelligent lady named Hillary who is a lawyer and she was living out here. We had the the opportunity to meet each other mere months before I moved to Vietnam in 2005, and at that t...
2021-10-1702 min