Ocean Vuong

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Ocean Vuong has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Fresh Air (Aug 2025). Primary interview subject reflecting on writing, grief, class mobility, and literary lineage; repeatedly cited as the speaker describing his new book and influences.

Poet, novelist, and essayist; Professor at New York University (NYU) specializing in Contemporary literature, Poetry, Fiction.

Ocean Vuong at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardAug 2025 on Fresh Air
RolePoet, novelist, and essayist; Professor
AffiliationNew York University (NYU)

Which podcasts has Ocean Vuong appeared on?

Tanya brought up Ocean Vuong; the most recent mention was Aug 2025 on Fresh Air.

What is Ocean Vuong mentioned alongside?

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