Citizen44 with Mark Arinsberg

Welcome to Citizen Forty-Four Vietnam!

I’m Mark Arinsberg — a Southern California native who found a second life in Vietnam. I began my journey in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) in January 2020, eventually finding my way to Hanoi to focus on community and storytelling. I’m here to share the stories of Vietnam’s unsung heroes: the remarkable individuals quietly transforming their communities. Raw, unscripted conversations drive the C44V podcast while exploring the resilience of the human spirit. But we’re doing more than just storytelling; we’re looking for real solutions to alleviate avoidable suffering in our interconnected world. Join me as we shine a light on the people making a genuine difference.

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Mark's connection to Vietnam is deeply personal and widely traveled. After living with a local family in Quang Ngai for six months and spending three years in Saigon, Mark made a definitive 1,000-kilometer motorbike trek north to Hanoi. He chose the capital specifically to be closer to the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation, where he remains an active volunteer. A professional photographer and designer for over 30 years, Mark now uses his "second life" in Hanoi to capture more than just images. Through the C44V podcast, he combines his creative eye with a devotion to community service, seeking out the unscripted stories of resilience that define the human spirit in Vietnam.