Khmer Voices
Growing up in Canada, there was a lack of representation of stories that truly resonated with my experiences when it came to professionals. In this podcast, I aim to close this gap. We're celebrating and amplifying Khmer voices through conversations with Cambodian people dispersed around the world. We discuss their journey, successes, failures and their upbringing.
Podcasting since 2024 • 14 episodes
Khmer Voices
Latest Episodes
It's Never Too Late with Sopheaktra Heang
Sopheaktra Heang (aka Peter) is a Khmer Canadian who was born in a Thai refugee camp. He moved around a lot in his childhood and didn’t establish roots until he was an adult. Like many of us koun Khmer, his parents are survivors of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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59:24
Representation in Children's Books with Chanda Ouk Wolf
Author of A Dozen...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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51:06
Changing Careers at 37 with Cheata Nao from Cheata Cooks Cambodian
Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Cheata Nao is a second generation Khmer Canadian who is pursuing a new career showcasing Cambodian cuisine. She has always been a good cook and loved hosting dinner parties since she was a teena...
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Episode 11
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1:01:22
Transforming Emotional Pain into Purpose with Heng Vay
Heng Vay is a second generation Khmer American who was born in Los Angeles, Calfornia, spent his early teenage years in Minnesota, and then moved to Texas where he currently resides with his wife and two children. At the age of 14, ...
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Episode 10
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1:03:52
The "Lucky Princess" with Rothany Sar
Rothany Sar is a first generation Khmer American who arrived in the United States via an arranged marriage. The Cambodian community here often said to her she was “so lucky” and her life was like that of a princess. But she didn’t identify with...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:11:23