NBC's Vicky Nguyen on Telling the Stories People Don't Want You to Tell

Join us for a conversation with NBC News senior consumer investigative correspondent and anchor Vicky Nguyen as she discusses her powerful new memoir, Boat Baby, chronicling her family’s escape from Vietnam and her rise in journalism. Vicky opens up about her transition to investigative reporting, the emotional impact of covering consumer health stories, and the evolving media landscape—including the importance of local news and tackling misinformation. She also shares how cultural values, multigenerational living, and a supportive community have shaped her approach to both personal life and professional storytelling.Tune in for candid insights on resilience, credibility in journalism, and practical advice for aspiring reporters navigating today’s fast-paced world. If you’re drawn to stories of overcoming adversity and seeking a deeper understanding of the news industry, this episode is a must-listen.In Her Words presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television to media and gaming and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation and beyond.Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ2EPGuC1PhcqJpGW?si=fdb445a8906b49b4  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-her-words/id1674672975   Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/In-Her-Words-Podcast/B0BWYXYBF6?action_code=ASSGB14908     Find us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/women_in_entertainment/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninentertainment   Twitter: https://twitter.com/InHerWords_WIE