Oooh! I know! During the late 70s, Coke had such a stronghold in the U.S. market that Pepsi tried investing in other markets. One way was to give away bottles of Pepsi in the supply drop boxes.

Hey izy! Would it be okay if I shared this post on a Facebook group that I manage?

I’m a Hmong-American voice actor! Also @mengvangvo.bsky.social

As a Fresno native, I appreciate the representation lol. Having the mountains so close is a luxury that I miss!

There are three components:

HM-O-NG

1. “hmm” as if you’re pondering something
2. “oh”, the long O vowel sound
3. “ng” like the ending of “ring”

Add it all together in a swift motion and you got it.

My condolences, sister. I grew up never having known my grandparents but I can only imagine what you’re going through. Pab koj thiab koj tsev neeg tu siab os. Tsuas muaj ib tug pog xwb ces muaj hmoo kawg tias nws los hlub nej.