Embarrassed by Night

Welcome back to the Embarrassed by Night Podcast with Fred Le. We're still in Saigon, and in audio only, baby! Rocky Huynh is the founder of Vietnam Pro Wrestling, and the Vietnam's first pro wrestler. He and his team are responsible for bringing the joy of pro wrestling to Vietnam. His efforts have captured the attention of pro wrestling legend Chris Jericho, who was so inspired by his own trip to Vietnam that he is currently producing a documentary on VPW. Rocky and Fred chat about the beginnings of Vietnam Pro Wrestling, the challenges of importing a brand new art form to the motherland, and what's next for the group. Check highlights and upcoming shows on the Vietnam Pro Wrestling Instagram @vietnam_prowrestling. Keep up with our awesome guest on facebook : facebook.com/AwesomeTaurus and with us on Instagram : @embarrassedbynight @fredle Theme song by @7uppercuts

Welcome back to this new era of the Embarrassed by Night Podcast with Fred Le. We're in Saigon, and only in audio, for the next few episodes! Our first Saigon guest may look familiar, as he has made his acting debut on HBO's new prestige miniseries The Sympathizer, portraying The Crapulent Major aka Dumpling. A respected filmmaker in his own right, Phan Xinê has directed several successful Vietnamese films beginning with Em là bà nội của anh and most recently the Trịnh Công Sơn biopic Em và Trịnh. He sits down with Fred to chat about his path to USC film school, the state of Vietnamese movie comedies, whether there will ever be a Vietnamese RRR, and much more! Check out his project Xinehouse, which is an organization dedicated to nurturing budding young Vietnamese filmmakers : https://xinehouse.com/ Keep up to date with our awesome guest on IG @phanxine and with us @embarrassedbynight @fredle Theme song by @7uppercuts

After a long work-related hiatus, the Embarrassed by Night Podcast resumes its season 2 rollout! On this episode recorded back in 2023, Fred brings back EBN stalwarts Sean Porter and Viet Nguyen to dig back into Vietnamese music videos. We get hella sidetracked and dig into German-Vietnamese relations, pet stories, Sean's most Vietnamese trait, and much more. Because the podcast is currently a one-man band, the podcast will no longer conform to a regular release schedule. Please be sure to subscribe to keep up with our future episodes, because we have some HEAT coming at you. Follow our guests Sean Porter @imseanporter and Viet Nguyen @vietspeekenglizh to keep up with their continuing tour dates. And catch Viet at our next EBN show on May 11th, a house party in Orange County! Use the link in our Instagram profile to cop tickets because they will go quick. @embarrassedbynight *Disclaimer: The Embarrassed by Night Podcast is a work of art meant to highlight Vietnamese voices, as silly as they may be. We do not claim to be news or present our words as factual and the views expressed in this show is meant for entertainment purposes only.* Keep up with Fred @fredle and check out more tunes by @7uppercuts on all streaming platforms.

Welcome to Season 2 of the Embarrassed by Night Podcast! Andy quit doing the pod fulltime, but we have definitely not seen the last of him at the stools. In the first episode of this new era of EBN Pod, Fred welcomes photographer and skater Kim Newmoney to the show, and they dig deep into Kim's adolescence as one of two Asian families in her Georgia hometown, the climate of Asian-American pop culture, untold family histories, and much more! Kim Newmoney @kimnewmoney is an LA-based photographer who began her career in Greensboro, NC. Known for her vibrant portraits of comedians, she has shot for dozens of publications and TV networks including Comedy Central, Vice, Showtime, O Magazine, Vogue, Elle, and many more. An avid rollerskater, she posts her eight-wheel exploits regularly via @newmoney.forever. Embarrassed by Night is coming to San Francisco as part of SF Sketchfest 2/3/24, then Little Saigon Orange County for our big Tet show 2/17/24! Follow us on IG @embarrassedbynight for full details and tickets. Keep up with Fred @fredle and check out more tunes by @7uppercuts on all streaming platforms.

Fred and Andy welcome standup comedian Alex Duong as they guzzle some sữa đậu nành and ramble on about how a Tesla changes you, non-comedy dreams, (hypothetical) fatherhood, and of course generational trauma! Alex Duong (@dapperduong) is a Los Angeles-based comedian, writer, and actor. He grew up in Dallas, Texas where he graduated from North Dallas High and went on to pursue a degree in medicine. While studying, he sold a short-story to a family friend in the industry. Now based in Los Angeles, he has written for Netflix's Historical Roast With Jeff Ross and became the first Vietnamese cis-male to perform on Comedy Central (Roast Battle Season 3). He performs all over Southern California, including regular appearances at The World Famous Comedy Store. Make sure to follow us @embarrassedbynight for show updates and exclusive comedy clips. Keep up with the hosts via @fredle @andyvanandyvan. Theme song by @7uppercuts

Fred and Andy chill in the alternative location as the sun goes down, chatting about the BANGER Embarrassed by Night Sacramento show, why Fred doesn't fuck with Harry Potter, alternative English names, and much more! We got some shows coming up. 9/23 626 Laugh Market 626laughmarket.eventbrite.com 9/29 Mic Drop in San Diego ebn.eventbrite.com Use code EBN for $5 off either show! Be sure to follow us on IG for ticket information and for updates and clips from our podcast and live show. Keep up with the hosts @fredle and @andyvanandyvan Theme song by @7uppercuts

After a joyous run of memorable guest appearances, Fred and Andy have a classic solo dolo session to chat about gambling failures, BTS x Joe Biden, the year that Fred worked for a cult, the saddest thing Andy's heard thus far on this podcast, and much more! We got some shows coming up! 8/26 626 Laugh Market in Monterey Park 9/2 Embarrassed by Night Sacramento 9/29 Embarrassed by Night San Diego Be sure to follow us on IG for ticket information and for updates and clips from our podcast and live show. Keep up with the hosts @fredle and @andyvanandyvan Theme song by @7uppercuts

Fred and Andy welcome actor and audiobook narrator Quyen Ngo to the nhậu as they ramble on about the San Jose Viet community, shrooming abroad, Mario Lopez, being a 'fairweather Vietnamese,' and much more! The vibes are high on this one, folks. Quyen Ngo (@_quyenngo) is a Vietnamese-American actor, audiobook narrator, facilitator, and anti-philanthropist. She received an Audie nomination for best audiobook narration for Nguyen Phan Que Mai’s The Mountains Sing. You can catch her starring in the short film Supermarket Affairs which is making the festival rounds and will be next screened at The Viet Film Fest in Orange County in early October. Make sure to follow us @embarrassedbynight for updates and exclusive comedy clips. Our next shows are coming up in September 2nd in Sacramento, and September 29th in San Diego! Keep up with the hosts via @fredle @andyvanandyvan Theme song by @7uppercuts

Fred welcomes the homie Phong Le to the nhậu as they chop it up about landing the role of a lifetime, immigrant parents’ reactions to their kids’ lifestyles, the current SAG strike, and much more! Phong Le (@_phongle) is a Vietnamese American actor/filmmaker born and raised in Springfield, VA and a George Mason University alumni. He appeared as a major guest star on the NBC hit drama THIS IS US and can soon be seen on HBO/A24’s THE SYMPATHIZER as well as the new Apple TV+ series SINKING SPRING. Make sure to follow us @embarrassedbynight for updates and exclusive comedy clips. Our next shows are coming up in September in Sacramento, and San Diego! Keep up with the hosts via @fredle @andyvanandyvan Theme song by @7uppercuts

Fred and Andy welcome filmmaker Linh Tran to the nhậu, where we explore the origins of our passions, life-changing mustaches, and why there’s no rush to represent the Viets in our art. Linh Tran is a filmmaker based out of Chicago who recently made waves on the film festival circuit with her debut titled Waiting for the Light to Change. Keep up with the hosts via @fredle @andyvanandyvan Theme song by @7uppercuts

Fred and Andy welcome the the homie and incredible comedian Sammy Cantu to the nhậu, where we discuss the challenges of running a show in a Vietnamese concert hall's lobby, following your dreams after experiencing loss, why Sammy's never been to a concert before, and how much money you'd do a Vietnamese accent for. Bonus clip at the end is sure to deliver! We apologize for the janky audio quality on this episode, and appreciate you bearing with us as we get accustomed to our new equipment and integrating A/C (it's summer!). Major improvements on deck for the next show, we promise. Sammy Cantu is a Mexican-Vietnamese comedian and model from San Diego who is part of the Embarrassed by Night family. You can catch this handsome bastard in San Diego on 7/2, SF on 7/5, and Seattle 28-30. Be sure to follow him on IG @boom_shenanigans! Our next 626 Laugh Market is going down Friday night 6/30 at an all-new venue, The Rabbit Hole in Downtown Alhambra! Get tickets at 626laughmarket.eventbrite.com (code EBN for $5 off) and make sure to follow us @embarrassedbynight for updates and exclusive clips! Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan Theme song by @7uppercuts

Fred and Andy welcome the amazing comedian Nina Nguyen to the nhậu, where we discuss the intensity of Houston Viets, influencers doing standup, hosting bar shows for the troops, and much more! Nina Nguyen is a standup comic from Houston TX. She was a Standup NBC finalist, a writer for CBS Diversity Showcase and just recently performed at Limestone Comedy Festival. We have lots more Embarrassed by Night Live shows in the works as well as 626 Laugh Market coming your way, so be sure to follow us for live show updates and comedy clips on IG at @embarrassedbynight! Follow our special guest Nina @ninanguyens Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

On this episode, Fred and Andy welcome Embarrased by Night Live stalwart and absolute killer comedian Viet Nguyen to the nhậu, where we discuss Viet's first jobs in America, his family in Saigon discovering his viral clips, the pros and cons of taking a standup class, and much more!We have lots more Embarrassed by Night Live shows in the works as well as 626 Laugh Market coming your way, so be sure to follow us for live show updates and comedy clips on IG at @embarrassedbynight! Follow our great buddy Viet  @vietspeekenglizh  Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

On this episode, Fred and Andy discuss Fred's absence, Andy's return to public school, reactions to A Tourist's Guide to Love, and much more! Follow us on IG for comedy clips and live show updates @embarrassedbynight Our next live show is TOMORROW, 626 Laugh Market at Five55 in Monterey Park! 5/13/23 featuring an absolutely killer lineup. Tickets are still available at 626laughmarket.eventbrite.com! Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Filling in for the very much missed Fred Le, guest Tony Vinh discusses his experience as being one of the only Asian comedians coming up in the Midwest and the difference between white and black racism. Hint: It's mostly nicknames.

Welcome  to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts! On this episode, Fred and Andy discuss the brand new trailer for A24 and HBO's The Sympathizer, Netflix's first two entries into Vietnamese cinema, and the folly of auditioning for a role you have no chance of landing. Follow us on IG for comedy clips and live show updates @embarrassedbynight Our next live show is 626 Laugh Market at Five55 in Monterey Park! Follow us for the announcement of our killer lineup very soon. Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Welcome  to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts! On this episode, Fred and Andy discuss dealing with a negative review, the meaning of Yelp Elite status, the challenge of receiving a racist encounter right as you're about to interview your mother on camera, and much more! Follow us on IG for comedy clips and live show updates @embarrassedbynight Come out to our new monthly show 626 Laugh Market at Five55 LA on April 8th! 626laughmarket.eventbrite.com $5 off using the code EBN. Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Welcome to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the  Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts! We begin in medias res with our pal Sean Porter right after showing him some of the finest Vietnamese rap music, which you can view on our YouTube page! We get right into our families' histories with regard to The War, how to recognize a perfect joke, and of course Dat Phan's mom. We're gonna be honest here things kinda go off the rails during this epic nhậu and we thank you for laughing and partying with us. Sean Porter is a half Vietnamese/half Black comedian born and raised in LA, and has been featured on season 2 of HBO’s Sweet Life: Los Angeles, Pop TV's Hollywood Darlings, E! drama series The Arrangement as well as other shows buried deep into the basic cable abyss. He's a force regularly seen all around LA's finest comedy establishments. Follow us on IG for clips, news, and updates on our new monthly live show 626 Laugh Market! Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts @iamseanporter

Welcome to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the  Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts! We welcome fellow comic and drinking buddy Sean Porter (@iamseanporter) on the show, as well as debut a new segment. This episode will be a two-parter, with bonus content to debut exclusively on our Instagram page. We will drop the second half of our hilarious hang with Sean as regularly scheduled! Sean Porter is a half Vietnamese/half Black comedian born and raised in LA, and has been featured on season 2 of HBO’s Sweet Life: Los Angeles, Pop TV's Hollywood Darlings, E! drama series The Arrangement as well as other shows buried deep into the basic cable abyss. He's a force regularly seen all around LA's finest comedy establishments. On this episode, we share some Vietnamese party phrases with Sean, whose dad is an American Vietnam vet who met his mom in Vietnam. We also discuss Dat Phan's legacy, doomed sports franchises, modern romance, and more! Follow us on IG @embarrassedbynight for exclusive content of us learning about the state of Vietnamese rap music, and stay tuned next week for part two! Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts @iamseanporter

Welcome  to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts! On this episode, Fred and Andy discuss the amazing San Jose EBN show, random acts of drunken kindness, committing to a lie, and elementary Vietnamese school. Follow us on IG for comedy clips and live show updates @embarrassedbynight Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

*Apologies, this episode was meant to be published on Friday 2/3/23 but due to technical difficulties and busy weekend it is going up on the following Monday.* Welcome  to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts!  Thanks to everyone who came out to San Jose for the Tet Show. We had  such a blast laughing along with you all, Bay Area friends! On this episode, Fred and Andy discuss live show faux pas, quitting world leaders, apologizing with poise, and Fred's first job in showbusiness. Follow us on IG for comedy clips and live show updates @embarrassedbynight  Keep up with the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Welcome to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by comedians Fred Le and Andy Van with theme song by 7Uppercuts! Fred and Andy welcome their esteemed guest Kenneth Nguyen, host of The Vietnamese Podcast to ring in the Year of the Cat and wax poetic on mysterious generational guilt, life-changing leg injuries, the first Vietnamese-American comic, and much more. Please join us for our next live show celebrating Tet on Saturday night 1/28/23 at the Tabard Theatre,  Downtown San Jose. Tickets available at  https://tabardtheatre.org/vbotickets/ Follow us on IG for comedy clips and live show updates @embarrassedbynight Follow the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @thevietnamesepodcast @7uppercuts

Welcome to  Embarrassed by Night, a talk show celebrating the Vietnamese-American experience, hosted by standup comics Fred Le and Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts! Recorded shortly after the new year, Fred and Andy discuss Dry January, the most Vietnamese way to ruin a road trip, the VinFast EVs, and share a very special announcement!  Join us for our next live show Saturday 1/28/23 at Tabard Theatre, Downtown San Jose. Tickets available at https://tabardtheatre.org/vbotickets/ Follow us on IG for comedy clips and upcoming show dates @embarrassedbynight Follow the hosts at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Welcome to Embarrassed by Night, a talk show focusing on the  Vietnamese-American experience hosted by Fred Le and  Andy Van, theme  song by 7Uppercuts!   Fred and Andy welcome their first guest to the podcast, Lộc “Leo” Nguyễn  visiting from Washington D.C.!  A Saigon native, Leo came to the US at 17 for college, where he joined  the Asian community  getting overlooked by the entire American society.  You have seen him performing all around the DC  Virginia Maryland at the  Arlington Drafthouse, Room 808, around the country at Laugh Factory  Hollywood, and the Boston Comedy Festival. On episode three, the three chat about side hustles, Leo's first foray  into English-language comedy, corporeal punishment, the benefits of  performing comedy in America versus Vietnam, and much more.  Follow us on IG for comedy clips and upcoming show dates   @embarrassedbynight Follow us at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts @leonguyencomedy

Welcome to the second episode of Embarrassed by Night, a talk show  focusing on the Vietnamese-American experience hosted by Fred Le and  Andy Van, theme song by 7Uppercuts!  On the pilot episode part two, Fred and Andy talk post-death plans,  Vietnamese taxonomy, working for your best friend, the best bánh mì in  SJ and LA, and much more.  Follow us on IG for comedy clips and upcoming show dates  @embarrassedbynight Follow us at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Welcome to the Embarrassed by Night Podcast, a talk show focusing on the  Vietnamese-American experience hosted by stand-up comedians Fred Le and  Andy Van. Theme song by Saigon pop-punk heroes 7Uppercuts!  On the pilot episode, Fred and Andy talk Tet in San Jose, Vietnamese  pets, Big 5, reckless childhoods, nhậu food, and much more.  New episodes uploaded on Fridays biweekly!  Follow us on IG for comedy clips and upcoming show dates  @embarrassedbynight Follow us at @fredle @andyvanandyvan @7uppercuts

Welcome to the Embarrassed by Night Podcast hosted by Fred Le and Andy Van, where we celebrate our Vietnamese heritage through humor. First episode drops 11/25!