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How hip hop, media, and identity shape a community | Michael Husky Nguyen | OKIRU Rise Together Ep #70
In this episode, Liem sits down with Michael Husky Nguyen - a cultural connector, music curator, and producer at SBS Vietnamese—to trace his journey from tech to the heart of Australia’s Vietnamese music scene and SBS Vietnamese.
What began as pandemic-era Zoom collaborations evolved into People Behind the Music, a platform amplifying Asian voices in the arts. Now, through his work at SBS and as an artist manager, Michael is bridging the gap between Vietnamese hip hop and traditional media - while spotlighting stories that often go unheard.
This conversation dives deep into identity, heritage, and community. Michael opens up about growing up in Melbourne’s western suburbs, the role of hip hop as personal expression, and the complexities of intergenerational dialogue. From language and discipline to cultural belonging and media representation, this is an honest look at what it means to move between worlds - and make something meaningful from the in-between.
0:03 Building community and collaboration in the music industry
8:31 Building bridges between Vietnamese hip hop and traditional media
20:02 Intergenerational stories and cultural connections in Vietnamese communities
27:12 Cultural identity through language and family connections
33:18 Cultural differences in parenting and discipline
41:07 Overcoming self-doubt through creative expression
44:38 Exploring family history and resilience through personal stories
52:04 Embracing a flagless identity among Vietnamese communities
59:06 Exploring identity and community through Vietnamese media
Find us on social media:
Instagram: @okiru.com.au
Spotify: OKIRU Rise Together
Facebook: @okiru.com.au
TikTok: @okiru.com.au
Support Our Mission
Help us share more stories! Shop OKIRU gear for yourself or a loved one to stay comfy while enjoying the podcast: Shop Now.
Hosted by Liem Nguyen and produced by Jasper Menor, co-founders of OKIRU, the OKIRU Rise Together Podcast celebrates creativity, cultural pride, and community stories.
Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories! Prefer to listen on the go? Find us on Spotify and other podcast platforms!
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By OKIRUIn this episode, Liem sits down with Michael Husky Nguyen - a cultural connector, music curator, and producer at SBS Vietnamese—to trace his journey from tech to the heart of Australia’s Vietnamese music scene and SBS Vietnamese.
What began as pandemic-era Zoom collaborations evolved into People Behind the Music, a platform amplifying Asian voices in the arts. Now, through his work at SBS and as an artist manager, Michael is bridging the gap between Vietnamese hip hop and traditional media - while spotlighting stories that often go unheard.
This conversation dives deep into identity, heritage, and community. Michael opens up about growing up in Melbourne’s western suburbs, the role of hip hop as personal expression, and the complexities of intergenerational dialogue. From language and discipline to cultural belonging and media representation, this is an honest look at what it means to move between worlds - and make something meaningful from the in-between.
0:03 Building community and collaboration in the music industry
8:31 Building bridges between Vietnamese hip hop and traditional media
20:02 Intergenerational stories and cultural connections in Vietnamese communities
27:12 Cultural identity through language and family connections
33:18 Cultural differences in parenting and discipline
41:07 Overcoming self-doubt through creative expression
44:38 Exploring family history and resilience through personal stories
52:04 Embracing a flagless identity among Vietnamese communities
59:06 Exploring identity and community through Vietnamese media
Find us on social media:
Instagram: @okiru.com.au
Spotify: OKIRU Rise Together
Facebook: @okiru.com.au
TikTok: @okiru.com.au
Support Our Mission
Help us share more stories! Shop OKIRU gear for yourself or a loved one to stay comfy while enjoying the podcast: Shop Now.
Hosted by Liem Nguyen and produced by Jasper Menor, co-founders of OKIRU, the OKIRU Rise Together Podcast celebrates creativity, cultural pride, and community stories.
Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories! Prefer to listen on the go? Find us on Spotify and other podcast platforms!