Brewing Success: Jackie Nguyen's Child of Immigrant Journey and the Rise of KC's First Vietnamese Café

In this episode of From Home to Here, Komal sit's down with Jackie Nguyen, a first-generation daughter of a Vietnam War refugee and former Broadway actor who made a bold pivot into entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Jackie spent over 10 years in New York City, performing on Broadway, but when the arts came to a halt, she found herself on a new path that led to the creation of Café Cà Phê, Kansas City’s first Vietnamese coffee shop. Jackie shares her inspiring immigrant journey, the challenges of transitioning from the stage to owning a business, and how Café Cà Phê amplifies the Asian American narrative while uplifting marginalized communities. With a mission rooted in culture and inclusivity, Café Cà Phê has become more than just a place for great coffee—it’s a celebration of identity, resilience, and community in the Midwest. Tune in to hear Jackie’s incredible story of reinvention, determination, and the power of cultural representation. PRODUCED BY FIREDUP STUDIOS x EYE OF AN IMMIGRANT X ULOM APP