

Memory, refugees and the Vietnam War — with Pulitzer Prize winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen
Dec 9, 2024
Viet Thanh Nguyen, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and refugee from Vietnam, shares his powerful insights alongside Andre Dao, an award-winning writer. They discuss the emotional weight of memory and trauma within Vietnamese families. Topics include the challenges of recounting personal and familial histories, and how language shapes identity amidst displacement. They also explore the delicate balance between artistic expression and political activism while tracing Nguyen's journey through love, loss, and the enduring impact of war.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Memory and Absence: The Refugee Experience
03:10 • 12min
Navigating Pain, Identity, and Language
14:41 • 28min
Navigating the Tension Between Art and Activism
42:29 • 5min
A Personal Journey Through Memory and Identity
47:43 • 5min
Reflections on War, Love, and Loss
52:46 • 3min