In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas Podcast Episode 5: Keep Moving Forward With Vicky Nguyen
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa is joined by her dear friend, Vicky Nguyen, the anchor of NBC Daily News and Chief Consumer Investigative Correspondent for The Today Show. Vicky opens up about her remarkable journey from being a boat baby escaping Vietnam to becoming a trusted national news anchor. She shares insights from her forthcoming book, Boat Baby (out on April 1st), and talks about resilience, vulnerability, and the power of moving forward despite challenges. This episode is a testament to the immigrant experience, the importance of connection, and the strength of family. Listen in for an inspiring conversation full of wisdom and heart.
00:00 Intro
00:48 Vicky Nguyen
02:05 Lisa and Vicky's Friendship
10:04 Confidence and Insecurities at Work and at Home
16:19 Immigrant Experience and Power of Resilience
19:30 Vicky's Book, Boat Baby
25:33 Key Takeaways From Boat Baby
31:13 Era of Transparency and Connection
32:31 Did You Ever Imagine This Life?
36:14 The Real Goal of Boat Baby
39:12 Final Thoughts
39:42 25 Ideas in 2025 to Accelerate Action
40:54 Disclaimer
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