I'm KT, a Black American from San Diego who left the U.S. in 2018 and has called Vietnam home since 2020.

With 8+ years abroad and 6+ years in Vietnam, I've lived in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and rural Vietnam. I'm a teacher, entrepreneur, and husband building a life here.

On The Story of KT, I share firsthand experiences about moving to Vietnam, cost of living, housing, visas, healthcare, relationships, retirement, travel, and starting a business.

I talk about the opportunities, challenges, mistakes, and realities of living abroad. No fantasy or sugarcoating, just practical insight from someone living it.

My goal isn't to convince you to move. It's to help you decide whether Vietnam fits the life you want.

Start here:
thestoryofkt.com/start-here

FREE Vietnam Relocation Guide:
thestoryofkt.com/free-vietnam-relocation-guide

Book a consultation:
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Business: KevinT@TheStoryofKT.com


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NEW INTERVIEW | HE LEFT AMERICA FOR JAPAN WITH $3,000

I recently sat down with my brother Todd Tha God, a 29-year-old entrepreneur from Atlanta who left the United States in 2023 and built a life overseas.

We talked about some things I think many of y'all need to hear.

Why he left America. His experiences with racism. What it's like being a Black American in Japan and Vietnam. How he makes money overseas. And why having valuable skills matters when you're trying to build a better future.

Todd shared that he moved to Japan with about $3,000, but there's an important part of that story. He already had a job that included housing.

This is why I enjoy interviewing people with different experiences. Everybody's journey looks different, and there's something we can learn from each other.

Go check out our conversation and show my brother some support.

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/KQo8HaM9SaA

QUESTION: If you could move overseas tomorrow and had a reliable source of income, what country would you choose?

#TheStoryofKT #BlackExpats #LifeAbroad

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β€οΈπŸ‡»πŸ‡³ FREE WORKBOOK GIVEAWAY FOR TODAY'S LIVE!

Today we're continuing Episode 2 of my new series, Dating, Marriage & Family in Vietnam, and I have something FREE for the community!

I've created a 10-page workbook called:

πŸ“˜ 7 Conversations Before Marriage in Vietnam

Everybody talks about finding love in Vietnam, but what happens AFTER you find that special someone?

Before you get married or start building a family together, there are some serious conversations you need to have.

This workbook helps you and your partner discuss:

βœ… Where you're going to live
βœ… Money and financial responsibilities
βœ… Marriage expectations
βœ… Family involvement and boundaries
βœ… Children and raising a family
βœ… Careers and daily responsibilities
βœ… Communication, conflict, and trust

This isn't just something to read. It's a workbook you and your partner can sit down and complete together.

🎁 GET YOUR FREE WORKBOOK HERE:
thestoryofkt.com/free-marriage-workbook?source=you…

πŸ”΄ JOIN ME LIVE TODAY!

You Found Love in Vietnam. Now What?

πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ Saturday, 10:30 AM Vietnam time

πŸŽ₯ WATCH THE LIVE STREAM HERE:
youtube.com/live/tfL-VTpKKaU

We're going beyond dating advice and having a real conversation about relationships, marriage, and building a future together.

Let me ask you something: What's one conversation you believe every couple should have BEFORE getting married?

Drop your thoughts below, and I'll see you in the live!

#DatingInVietnam #MarriageInVietnam #VietnamRelationships #InternationalCouples #TheStoryOfKT

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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WATCHING THE STORY OF KT! πŸ‡»πŸ‡³

I was looking through my YouTube analytics today, and I wanted to take a moment to thank everybody who's been spending time on the channel.

So far in October:

πŸ”Ή 7,000 new viewers (71.5%) have discovered the channel.

πŸ”Ή 2,300 casual viewers (23.5%) have been coming back and checking out the content.

πŸ”Ή 489 regular viewers (5%) have been consistently watching the channel for months.

To all the new viewers, welcome to The Story of KT. I hope the information I'm sharing helps you better understand what life in Vietnam is really like.

To my casual viewers, I appreciate you coming back. Whether you're planning to move to Vietnam, already living here, or just curious about life abroad, I'm glad you're here.

And to my regular viewers, I see you too! We've gone from 302 regular viewers in August to 489 in October. Thank you for continuing to support the channel, joining the live streams, leaving comments, and being part of this community.

I'm building this channel to share honest experiences, useful information, and real conversations about Vietnam. None of this happens without you taking the time to watch.

Now I have two questions for everybody:

1. How long have you been watching The Story of KT?
2. What made you subscribe or keep coming back?

Drop your answers in the comments. I'd really like to hear from you.

Much appreciation from Vietnam. πŸ‡»πŸ‡³

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❀️ YOU FOUND LOVE IN VIETNAM. NOW WHAT?

Tomorrow we're going deeper in Episode 2 of my new series, Dating, Marriage & Family in Vietnam.

We talk a lot about how to meet somebody in Vietnam. But what happens once you actually find love?

Where are you going to live? Who's paying for what? How involved will the families be? What happens when you get married or decide to have children?

I'm married to a Vietnamese woman, and I've learned that finding love and building a life together are two different conversations.

That's what we're talking about tomorrow.

πŸ—“ Saturday, October 17
πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ 10:30 AM Vietnam time

πŸ”΄ Watch live: youtube.com/live/tfL-VTpKKaU

Let me ask you something: Could you see yourself building a family in Vietnam, or would you eventually want to return home?

#DatingInVietnam #MarriageInVietnam #VietnamRelationships #TheStoryOfKT

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πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ Supporting Fellow Creators Here in Vietnam!

I had the pleasure of sitting down with my brother Ketil from the YouTube channel Old Dude in Vietnam! We had a great conversation about life here in Vietnam, and he was kind enough to invite me onto his channel.

One thing I believe in is supporting other creators, no matter how big or small their channels are. We're all out here sharing our experiences and telling our stories.

I'd appreciate it if my KT family could show him some love! Go check out our conversation, leave a comment, and subscribe to his channel if you enjoy his content.

πŸŽ₯ Watch our conversation here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mP6z...

Let's support one another and keep building community here in Vietnam! Much respect, brother Ketil! πŸ‘ŠπŸΎπŸ‡»πŸ‡³ β€ͺ@Olddudeinvietnam‬

#TheStoryofKT #OldDudeInVietnam #VietnamExpats #LifeInVietnam #SupportSmallCreators

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πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ Don't Get Married in Vietnam Until You Watch This (2026)

A lot of you have been asking how Ngan and I got legally married here in Vietnam.

So I went back to the actual government offices in Ho Chi Minh City to show you the process.

In this video, I break down the paperwork, U.S. Consulate, medical examination, marriage registration, total costs, and how long everything took us.

If you're an American planning to marry a Vietnamese citizen, this video should give you a better idea of what to prepare.

πŸŽ₯ Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/Xn3mvxk5mSE

Are you planning to get married here in Vietnam, or have you already gone through the process?

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Today’s live is going to be important if you are thinking about dating in Vietnam.

The title is:

Do Not Date In Vietnam Until You Understand This

This is the kickoff to my new series:

Dating, Marriage & Family In Vietnam

This is not pickup content.
This is not fantasy content.
This is not β€œcome to Vietnam and find a wife” content.

This is real talk about dating, relationships, marriage, family, culture, and what it actually takes to build something real in Vietnam.

We’ll talk about mindset, family expectations, respect, money, red flags, green flags, and why dating here is different from what many foreigners expect.

Watch live here:
youtube.com/live/HLaXXU5zq6w

❀️ Dating in Vietnam resources:
thestoryofkt.com/dating

#DatingInVietnam #VietnamRelationships #MarriageInVietnam #LivingInVietnam #TheStoryOfKT

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πŸ“’ BIG UPDATE! I'VE LOWERED MY CONSULTATION PRICES! πŸ‡»πŸ‡³

For everyone who's been asking about booking a personal consultation with me, I've updated my rates! I know it's hard for a lot of people right now, I'll keep my prices low forever!

Just make sure YOU pull up!

πŸ’° 30-minute calls: $50
πŸ’° 1-hour calls: $100

There's a flat $5 transaction fee at checkout, so your final total is $55 or $105.

We can talk about:

βœ… Traveling to Vietnam
βœ… Moving and finding your footing here
βœ… Relocation planning
βœ… Exploring business opportunities in Vietnam
βœ… Business partnerships and collaborations

My goal is to help you make better decisions with practical information from someone who has actually lived and worked in Vietnam for years.

πŸ“… BOOK YOUR CALL HERE:
calendly.com/thestoryofkt

πŸ“˜ FREE 2026 VIETNAM RELOCATION GUIDE:
thestoryofkt.com/free-vietnam-relocation-guide

🌐 START HERE:
thestoryofkt.com/start-here

Question for everyone: What's the biggest question you have about moving to or living in Vietnam right now? Drop it in the comments! πŸ‡»πŸ‡³

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This one is different. πŸ™πŸΎ

I sat down with Bhante Panna, a Black American Buddhist monk living here in Vietnam, and we had a conversation about his entire journey.

Seattle.
Islam.
Buddhism.
Monkhood.
Vietnam.
Racism.
Ego.
Forgiveness.
Relationships.
Death.
Peace.

Some of his answers had me sitting there thinking about my own life.
The new interview is live now.

πŸŽ₯ https://youtu.be/cAF-mdxW4xw

Go support Bhante as well. All of his information is in the video description.

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At hospital having some issues, will be live later. Sorry y'all

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