Introducing 'Saigon' — Chapter 1: The Final Set

About this episode

The episode introduces 'Saigon', focusing on a tennis match that symbolizes the conflict between colonial power and resistance in Vietnam.

Introducing Saigon from Thoroughbred Studios, Goldhawk Productions, and iHeartPodcasts. One city, a divided country, and the war that tore America apart… An epic saga of love, blood and revolution starring  Kelly Marie Tran and Rob Benedict . Chapter 1 - The Final Set A championship tennis match becomes a flashpoint between French colonial power and Vietnamese resistance. Newly returned American Joseph Sherman is drawn into a world of old friendships, dangerous loyalties and sudden desire — and by nightfall, one family is shattered. Listen to Saigon on the iHeartRadio App , Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or wherever you get your podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Guests: Kelly Marie Tran, Rob Benedict

Topics covered

• Vietnam War
• colonialism
• tennis
• love
• family
• revolution

Keywords

• Saigon
• Vietnam War
• tennis match
• colonialism
• love story
• family drama
• revolution

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Thoroughbred Studios, Goldhawk Productions, iHeartPodcasts

Places: Saigon, America

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