Culture Cuddles: Love and Life Abroad

Ever wondered what it’s like to go from mud floors in a tiny Vietnamese village school all the way to free textbooks in Germany? In this episode, we swap childhood memories, compare teaching styles, and share our biggest culture shocks—from endless extra classes to super laid-back study schedules. If you’re curious about how two people from opposite ends of the world survived school (and still manage to laugh about it), you’re in the right place.

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Meeting your in-laws is always a big moment, but it’s a whole new experience when they’re from a different culture. In this episode, we talk about what it was like to meet each other’s families for the first time, the things we struggled with, and the moments that brought us closer. From learning how to communicate to figuring out family traditions, we share our stories and what we’ve learned along the way.

Join our conversation by sharing your stories at culturecuddles.com. Tell us about your weirdest and funniest cultural misunderstandings!

In this Culture Cuddles episode, we share the joys and chaos of celebrating the holidays as an international couple. From German BF’s love for sausages and noodle salad to Vietnamese Lunar New Year traditions, it’s a mix of laughs, food, and cultural surprises.

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Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

We love traveling and we’ve been to over 15 countries as a couple. Traveling together is always an adventure and sometimes it’s a bit complicated as well. 😅

Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

Choosing a home as a mixed couple is no small decision. In this episode, we explain why we chose Germany over Vietnam and why a third country didn't feel right —at least for now. From turning German Boyfriend’s cluttered apartment into a shared space to navigating the realities of visas, careers, and family ties, we share what shaped our decision and what still makes us dream of packing up again.

Join our conversation by sharing your stories at culturecuddles.com.

Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

In this episode, we react to stories from our listeners about navigating cultural differences, from strange German “compliments” to confusion around politely refusing offers before finally accepting. We dive into the funniest cultural misunderstandings that arise when traditions clash and social norms don’t always translate. If you want your own stories featured on the podcast, submit them at culturecuddles.com.

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

Food can bring people together—or cause problems when different cultures clash at the table. When a love for spicy street food meets a taste for traditional German dishes, eating together becomes a real adventure. We talk about the fun and challenges of mixing Uyen’s Vietnamese cooking with German food, sharing stories about adjusting to new eating habits and finding dishes we both like. Find out why Uyen avoids insects but loves chicken feet, and how we manage to make different food preferences work in our relationship.

Join our conversation by sharing your stories at culturecuddles.com.

Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

Ever been completely lost in translation with your partner? In this episode we’re diving into our funniest language fails, from calling Uyen's father-in-law ‘mistress’ to the ongoing battle of “white broccoli” vs. “green broccoli.” 😂 Whether it’s navigating German bureaucracy or trying to speak Vietnamese without offending someone, we’ve got the stories that’ll make you laugh and cringe at the same time.

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Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

In this episode of Culture Cuddles, we open up about our personal journeys of living abroad and the identity struggles we’ve faced along the way. After nearly five years in Germany, Uyen shares how returning to Vietnam now brings unexpected culture shocks—like feeling nervous in traffic she once navigated effortlessly and getting stomach aches from food she grew up loving. We delve into how embracing a new culture can make us question where we truly belong and how it affects our relationships with family and friends back home.

Join our conversation by sharing your stories at culturecuddles.com.

Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.

In this episode we’re diving into the ups and downs of long-distance relationships. After three years and 9,000 kilometers apart, we’re sharing how we met in Vietnam and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with staying connected across time zones and continents. We’ll talk about how communication, shared experiences, and setting future goals have kept us strong, even when the distance has tested us.

Join our conversation by sharing your stories at culturecuddles.com.

Instagram: @uyenninh & @german.fiance

Culture Cuddles is produced by Uyen Ninh and her German husband-to-be, with production support from YilmazHummel by Niklas Stündel and Freerk Sitter.