EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 45 MIN
Finding Purpose Through Pain - Tammy Nguyen Lee
from Find Your Brightside · host Jerry "J-Man" Joyner
In Episode 15 of Find Your Brightside, Jerry “J-Man” Joyner sits down with award-winning filmmaker and storyteller Tammy Nguyen Lee for one of the most powerful conversations yet. From her beginnings as a Vietnamese refugee to becoming a voice for underrepresented stories in film, Tammy shares a deeply personal journey shaped by resilience, identity, and purpose.This episode explores Tammy’s early life escaping Vietnam as a child, growing up in Texas, and finding her calling through storytelling. She opens up about the impact of generational trauma, the importance of representation in media, and how her work - including Operation Babylift and her nonprofit Against the Grain Productions - has helped amplify unheard voices and create meaningful change.The conversation also dives into Tammy’s current project, Light of Day, a documentary addressing post-war trauma, domestic violence, and the healing process that connects people across cultures and generations. Through it all, Tammy embodies what it means to find purpose where passion and pain intersect.Filmed at the historic Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas, this episode is a reminder that even the most difficult beginnings can lead to a life of impact, gratitude, and light.Watch now and discover how Tammy Nguyen Lee is helping others find their bright side.This episode of Find Your Brightside is brought to you by Mallacore AI Solutions, a forward-thinking partner helping businesses streamline operations and unlock smarter growth through artificial intelligence. From automating workflows to enhancing customer experiences and uncovering actionable insights from data, Mallacore AI Solutions is built for companies that want to operate faster, leaner, and more intelligently.🎙️ The Brightside is produced by NHuS³ Media.Subscribe and stick around - we’re just getting started.
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In Episode 15 of Find Your Brightside, Jerry “J-Man” Joyner sits down with award-winning filmmaker and storyteller Tammy Nguyen Lee for one of the most powerful conversations yet. From her beginnings as a Vietnamese refugee to becoming a voice for underrepresented stories in film, Tammy shares a deeply personal journey shaped by resilience, identity, and purpose.This episode explores Tammy’s early life escaping Vietnam as a child, growing up in Texas, and finding her calling through storytelling. She opens up about the impact of generational trauma, the importance of representation in media, and how her work - including Operation Babylift and her nonprofit Against the Grain Productions - has helped amplify unheard voices and create meaningful change.The conversation also dives into Tammy’s current project, Light of Day, a documentary addressing post-war trauma, domestic violence, and the healing process that connects people across cultures and generations. Through it all, Tammy embodies what it means to find purpose where passion and pain intersect.Filmed at the historic Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas, this episode is a reminder that even the most difficult beginnings can lead to a life of impact, gratitude, and light.Watch now and discover how Tammy Nguyen Lee is helping others find their bright side.This episode of Find Your Brightside is brought to you by Mallacore AI Solutions, a forward-thinking partner helping businesses streamline operations and unlock smarter growth through artificial intelligence. From automating workflows to enhancing customer experiences and uncovering actionable insights from data, Mallacore AI Solutions is built for companies that want to operate faster, leaner, and more intelligently.🎙️ The Brightside is produced by NHuS³ Media.Subscribe and stick around - we’re just getting started.
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