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Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastBack Catalog Rewind : Discover Vietnam - Vietnamese Expat In Cyprus & Host of The Blue Expat Podcast | Phuong Nguyen S4 E4Phuong Nguyen is a Vietnamese expat currently located in Paphos, Cyprus. She has hosted a Vietnamese podcast since 2016. Occasionally she interviewed Expats living in Vietnam and has some episodes covering expat lives such as being a vegan in Hanoi, Vietnam under the eyes of an artist and expat's life during Tet - Vietnam's traditional New year holiday. At the age of 30, she decided to shift her career into Fitness and now she is a Pilates instructor. You can find her interview with Niall and more on her website:https://theblueexpat.com/
2025-11-021h 20
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastDiscover The World’s Most Incredible Caves in Vietnam! | On The Road with Niall and Adrie #4“I keep forgetting that I'm in Vietnam, the country that I live in.” This episode was one of the most exciting and adventurous ones we’ve done so far. Exploring the caves in Phong Nha truly felt like stepping into another world—massive chambers, stunning rock formations, and even a bit of a Lord of the Rings vibe. The trek itself was no joke either—river crossings, steep climbs, and the constant challenge of staying warm and dry made it a real test of endurance. But that’s what made it so rewarding. Pushing ou...
2025-02-1610 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastPhong Nha is the BEST Kept Secret in Vietnam! | On The Road with Niall and Adrie #1"Here in Phong Nha, tourism isn’t just an industry—it’s a lifeline for local communities." – BenSpending time with Ben Mitchell, someone who has dedicated 18 years to nurturing and showcasing Phong Nha—Vietnam’s most stunning and underrated regions—was an absolute privilege. His stories about the region’s transformation, from remote villages to a budding hub of sustainable tourism, were nothing short of inspiring. It’s incredible to see how tourism here is not only preserving the natural beauty of the National Park but also empowering local communities to thrive.What struck me...
2025-01-2613 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastDiscover How I ended up in VietnamHave you ever wondered how a short vacation can turn into a life-changing adventure? Niall Mackay shares the incredible story of how he and his wife Adrie ended up living in Vietnam for over eight years. What started as a brief six-week trip to complete an English teaching certification course turned into a multi-year adventure filled with unexpected twists and turns.Niall takes listeners on a journey through their initial travels in Southeast Asia, their decision to teach English in Vietnam, and the serendipitous circumstances that led them to put down roots in S...
2024-08-0827 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam Podcast11 of my Favorite Cocktail Bars in Saigon"There are misconceptions about Vietnam, People just think of water buffaloes, rice paddies and lanterns if you live in the big city, like Saigon, it's just like any other big city." Ever wondered where to find the best cocktails in Saigon? Join Niall Mackay as he takes you on a tour through the city's top cocktail bars, sharing insider tips and personal favorites. Whether you're a Saigon local or planning a visit, this episode is your ultimate guide to the best drinks and hidden gems in the city.Niall delves into the juxtaposition t...
2024-06-1923 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastChatGPT Interviews ME! My Evolution from Hobbyist to Pro Podcaster | PodSwap Smarter Podcasting"As soon as you start doing something for money, whether you like it or not. It's gonna change."Podcasting expert and host of A Vietnam Podcast and Smarter Podcasting, Niall Mackay, is interviewed by Samantha an AI Voice powered by ChatGPT.Niall shares his journey from being an avid podcast listener to becoming a successful podcaster himself. He candidly discusses the challenges of podcasting, strategies for attracting and retaining an audience, and the future of the industry. Niall's wealth of experience and practical advice make this a must-listen for aspiring and e...
2024-04-0427 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastChatGPT Interviews Me About Vietnam!This episode is going to be more than a little bit different. Instead of me interviewing a guest, I'll be answering questions written by chat GPT. That's right, I'll be interacting with a machine to explore the intersection of technology and human interaction? And chat GPT wrote that sentence. So, what you're about to hear was written by chat GPT, and then it's voiced by AI from Descript the program. I used to edit all my podcasts. So I'm going to hand you over to today's host., whose voice is called, Nancy.
2023-03-2224 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastPodSwap | Beer Stories - Host of Seven Million Bikes Podcast & Producer of Beer Stories, Niall MackayIn this Bonus Episode, Alex & Mischa interview Producer Niall about HIS craft beer journey! They discuss Niall's favourite thing about beer, that time he quit drinking for a year and a half, his first memory of discovering craft beers, the Australian craft beer scene (from back in the day), visiting St. James's Gate, the sanctity of the bar area, drinking beer in The UK vs. drinking beer in The USA, big breweries acquiring craft breweries, the 1%, the problem with gendering beer styles, whether or not it's appropriate to try to pick up women at a Taproom, beer s...
2023-02-2248 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastMatt Tran Jokes About Serious Things - Escaping Vietnam | S9 E5 Matt Tran with Niall Mackay BACK HostingGet NordVPN’s ultimate security package - 63% off the 2-year plan |Support Independent Podcasts. Join The Seven Million Bikes CommunityHailing from Los Angeles, CA with a look that can best be described as "ambiguously Southeast Asian", Matt Tran is a fresh faced comedian in the Saigon scene.A regular at comedy shows in Saigon, he's constantly looking for the funny in embarrassing moments, absurd shower thoughts, and more!Even though he does social media marketing as a job, he's barely active on his own Instagram @mvtthewtrvn (follow hi...
2022-08-1158 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER Matt Tran Jokes About Serious Things - Escaping Vietnam | S9 E5 Matt Tran with Niall Mackay BACK HostingGet NordVPN’s ultimate security package - 63% off the 2-year plan |Support Independent Podcasts. Join The Seven Million Bikes Community Hailing from Los Angeles, CA with a look that can best be described as "ambiguously Southeast Asian", Matt Tran is a fresh faced comedian in the Saigon scene. A regular at comedy shows in Saigon, he's constantly looking for the funny in embarrassing moments, absurd shower thoughts, and more! Even though he does social media marketing as a job, he's barely active on his own Instagram @mvtthewtrvn (follow hi...
2022-08-1002 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastLive At The Workshop, Da Nang - Niall Mackay with Jack Nguyen, Adrie Mackay, Chris McBrideGet NordVPN’s ultimate security package - 63% off the 2-year planSeven Million Bikes was again invited back to perform at The Workshop in Da Nang for the third time. Jack Nguyen joined Niall Mackay from Saigon with support from local act Laurie and hosted by Theo. After the show Niall sat down with Jack, Adrie and the owner of The Workshop Chris with father and son Mark and Jack and a host of others to talk comedy, Vietnam and music!Enjoy this one of a kind bonus episode!...
2022-07-3153 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastPodSwap | Niall Mackay Live at One Night In Saigon: Paul Villanova (Comedy Show)Join The CommunitySeven Million Bikes recently hosted Paul Villanova from Hanoi for One Night in Saigon. It was an amazing sold out show. And if you haven't already go back and listen to episode's we've shared. It was an amazing night of comedy - hear A Vietnam Podcast host Niall Mackay hosting the show!"Inspired by his comedic heroes, Billy Connolly and Bill Hicks Niall will make you laugh at being a Scotsman abroad, life in Vietnam and anything else in between. As the founder of Seven Million Bikes he h...
2022-06-2333 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastSeason 8 HighlightsJoin The CommunitySeason 8 GuestsEpisode 1 - Ben NguyenEpisode 2 - Tue-Si NguyenEpisode 3 - Moni LeEpisode 4 - Kerry NewsomeEpisode 5 - Riz HarcusEpisode 6 - Riz Harcus & Niall MackayEpisode 7 - Phuong TruongEpisode 8 - Anastasia SokyrkaEpisode 9 - Rosi HappiEpisode 10 - Zion JohnsonEpisode 11 - Niall Mackay interviewed by JK HobsonFollow Seven Million Bikes on Facebook or Instagram.Buy us a coffee.-------------------Theme music composed by Lewis Wright.Main Cover...
2022-05-2226 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastA BIG Change Is Coming - Happy 3rd Birthday, A Vietnam Podcast; JK Hobson Guest Hosts | S8 E11 Niall MackayJoin The CommunityOn May 19th 2019 JK Hobson was the first every guest on A Vietnam Podcast (then called Seven Million Bikes; A Saigon Podcast).From there Niall and JK have grown to be close friends and both their comedy careers have flourished in Vietnam.To celebrate this special occasion for the first time EVER Niall has relinquished hosting duties and turned it over to JK after he suggested that he interview Niall!In this episode they talk about;🎙How they first met and the first episode they recorded together
2022-05-181h 20
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER A BIG Change Is Coming - Happy 3rd Birthday A Vietnam Podcast; JK Hobson Guest Hosts | S8 E11 Niall MackayJoin The Community On May 19th 2019 JK Hobson was the first every guest on A Vietnam Podcast (then called Seven Million Bikes; A Saigon Podcast).From there Niall and JK have grown to be close friends and both their comedy careers have flourished in Vietnam.To celebrate this special occasion for the first time EVER Niall has relinquished hosting duties and turned it over to JK after he suggested that he interview Niall! In this episode they talk about;🎙How they first met and the first episode they recorded together
2022-05-1502 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastGoing Down The Conspiracy Rabbit Hole And Coming Back Out. With Richard Harcus & Niall Mackay | S8 E6Join The CommunityIn Episode 5 I talked with Richard Harcus is the CEO of Harcus Consultancy Group, a football consultancy company based in Asia about his background and football development in Asia..We also are both reformed conspiracy theorists!In Episode 6 we move subjects to talk about a variety of conspiracy theories and why, like me, he believed them and how we came out of that rabbit hole…Follow RichardYouTubeFacebook (Harcus CG)TwitterInstagramWebsiteFollow us on Facebook or Ins...
2022-03-301h 11
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER Going Down The Conspiracy Rabbit Hole And Coming Back Out. With Richard Harcus & Niall Mackay | S8 E5.2Join The Community In Part 1 I talked with Richard Harcus is the CEO of Harcus Consultancy Group, a football consultancy company based in Asia about his background and football development in Asia..We also are both reformed conspiracy theorists!In part 2 we move subjects to talk about a variety of conspiracy theories and why, like me, he believed them and how we came out of that rabbit hole…Follow RichardYouTubeFacebook (Harcus CG)TwitterInstagramWebsiteFollow us on Facebook or Ins...
2022-03-2702 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastFootball in Vietnam - Can They Ever Qualify For The World Cup? | Richard Harcus S8 E5.1Join The CommunityWelcome to Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. We now share the stories from people around the world connected to Vietnam.Richard Harcus is the CEO of Harcus Consultancy Group, a football consultancy company based in Asia and is also a UEFA qualified coach and Elite scout and qual...
2022-03-231h 05
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER Football in Vietnam - Can They Ever Qualify For The World Cup? | Richard Harcus S8 E5.1Join The CommunityWelcome to Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. We now share the stories from people around the world connected to Vietnam.Richard Harcus is the CEO of Harcus Consultancy Group, a football consultancy company based in Asia and is also a UEFA qualified coach and Elite scout and qual...
2022-03-2002 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastWhat Is The Future Of Tourism In Vietnam? | Kerry Newsome S8 E4Join The CommunityWelcome to Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. We now share the stories from people around the world connected to Vietnam.Kerry Newsome is a regular traveler to Vietnam and serial travel industry professional, bringing groups from Australia to experience Vietnam. Like many people she has been locked out...
2022-03-161h 01
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER What Is The Future Of Tourism In Vietnam? | Kerry Newsome S8 E4Join The CommunityWelcome to Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. We now share the stories from people around the world connected to Vietnam.Kerry Newsome is a regular traveler to Vietnam and serial travel industry professional, bringing groups from Australia to experience Vietnam. Like many people she has been locked out...
2022-03-1002 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastBalancing The Demands Of Two Cultures To Find A Creative Path | Moni Lê S8 E3Join The CommunityThis is Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. We now talk to people around the world connected to Vietnam.Moni Lê is Hungarian-Vietnamese, currently living in Saigon to reconnect with her roots and explore her life from a more creative perspective. She is a life purpose coach and fello...
2022-03-0949 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER Balancing The Demands Of Two Cultures To Find A Creative Path | Moni Lê S8 E3Join The CommunityThis is Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. We now talk to people around the world connected to Vietnam. Moni Lê is Hungarian-Vietnamese, currently living in Saigon to reconnect with her roots and explore her life from a more creative perspective. She is a life purpose coach and fello...
2022-03-0503 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastWhy Tue-Si Nguyen Moved To Vietnam To BEAT His Drug Addiction | Tue-Si Nguyen S8 E2Join The CommunityThis is Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story.Tue-Si Nguyen, a French-Vietnamese man who moved to Canada to study and work, became addicted to crystal meth while working a corporate job and dealing with identity and family issues. He moved to Vietnam to beat his addiction. He is now sobe...
2022-03-021h 10
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER Why Tue-Si Nguyen Moved To Vietnam To Beat His Drug Addiction | Tue-Si Nguyen S8 E2Join The CommunityThis is Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story.My guest today is Tue-Si Nguyen, a French-Vietnamese man who moved to Canada to study and work, where he became addicted to crystal meth while working a corporate job and dealing with identity and family issues. He now lives in Saigon and...
2022-02-2602 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastHow Did NFT Artist Ben Nguyen Get His Dogs' 140,000 Instagram Followers? | S8 E1Join The CommunityWelcome to Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story.Our guest today was born and raised in Hanoi but left Vietnam at the age of just 18 to study business and interior design in Japan, and worked for companies such as Ikea! He is a Creative Director, artist and dog Dad of c...
2022-02-2348 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastTEASER How Did NFT Artist Ben Nguyen Get His Dogs' 140,000 Instagram Followers? | S8 E1Join The CommunityWelcome to Season 8 of A Vietnam Podcast. Sharing the stories of people connected to Vietnam. My name’s Niall Mackay, I’ve been living in Vietnam since 2016, and hosting this podcast since 2019. I wanted to know more about the people that lived in Vietnam, both local and foreigners and share their story. Our guest today was born and raised in Hanoi but left Vietnam at the age of just 18 to study business and interior design in Japan, and worked for companies such as Ikea! He is a Creative Director, artist and dog Dad...
2022-02-2003 min
Discover Vietnam: A Vietnam PodcastPodSwap | Discover An Emerging Comedy Scene In Saigon - What About Vietnam PodcastJoin the Seven Million Bikes Community.We're going to be starting season 8 soon , we've got some amazing guests lined up for you!We're going to give you some more bonus content, I'm sharing with you an episode that I recently recorded with Kerry Newsome on her podcast What about Vietnam. We talk about the comedy scene and entertainment in Saigon and Vietnam, especially after the pandemic. Kerry is going to be coming up as a guest on A Vietnam Podcast when we get restarted so make sure to look out for that episode.
2022-02-1033 min