From Saigon to the Third Ward: Mike Nguyen’s Story & Egg Roll Secrets

On today's episode of Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders, Teach for America Milwaukee Executive Director Mike Nguyen chats with host Charlie.  Mike shares his family's immigrant story, his educational journey, and his leadership work in the city. You can watch the YouTube video here - https://youtu.be/sixKRmw24x0 

In the cooking segment, Mike demonstrates his favorite childhood recipe—homemade pork and shrimp egg rolls—while discussing TFA’s mission, funding challenges, and the importance of coaching and community.

Mike's sons, Apollo and Russell, are willing participants and help prepare the Vietnamese egg rolls. You can find the recipe here - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2025/12/15/vietnamese-egg-rolls/ 

“Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders” is part of the "Milwaukee Podcast Network." This show is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders.

We have an interview about their work in the community, then we cook something, and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.