Standup comedian Fred Le hears the stories of a diverse range of young overseas-born Vietnamese who made their way back to the land that their parents left following the end of the Vietnam War. The Empathizer explores identity and the impact of trauma among Việt Kiều who grew up a generation removed from tragic events of the past.

James Johnson is a super Christian 29 yo virgin living in LA. He is inspired to start dating and hits the online dating world. His first date sets his world on fire and he and his pastor have to use gallons of holy water to put it out.