Episodes

Jan. 9, 2018

Breaking Down The Thai Smile [Season 2, Episode 65]

From successful ad campaign to national way of life, Thais have a habit of smiling their way through… everything. Let’s find out why.

Jan. 4, 2018

Cultural Takeaways With Educator Frank Smith [Season 2, Episode 64]

Frank Smith from UC Berkeley teaches Khmer to children of Cambodian refugees. We caught up with him in person at Bangkok’s Central World mall… before we got kicked out by security. Yes, again.

Dec. 19, 2017

A Motorcycle Meets A Car Door In Bangkok [Season 2, Episode 63]

The only thing worse than Thailand’s traffic accident statistics is actually contributing to those statistics. Yes, it finally happened to us in Bangkok.

Dec. 12, 2017

Do They Celebrate Christmas in Bangkok? [Season 2, Episode 62]

In western countries Christmas is the BIG DADDY of holidays, the one that the entire year has been building up to. In fact it's so big that they even celebrate it in countries where, to be honest, it has no real business being celebrated. Like this one!

Dec. 5, 2017

A Few Strange (and Possibly False) Laws You Might Experience in Thailand [Season 2, Episode 61]

Every city has silly rules on the books that no one cares about anymore, but in Thailand a few of these silly rules might actually affect your day-to-day to life.

Nov. 28, 2017

Thai Craft Beer's Secret Weapon Is... A Korean Expat? [Season 2, Episode 60]

Today’s focus is on Korea's influence on Bangkok. Ted Ahn, an expat and ex-power plant manager from Korea, is actively working to bring about change in Bangkok’s local Thai craft beer industry.

Nov. 21, 2017

Does Living In Bangkok Change Who You Are? [Season 2, Episode 59]

An intimate discussion of the transformative power of traveling and living abroad… or not?

Nov. 14, 2017

How to Shop (and Not Shop) Like a Thai in Bangkok

We help you choose the most and least Thai things you can buy in Bangkok during the “Shop For The Nation” stimulus package for 2017.

Nov. 7, 2017

Ten Expats Share Where They Go To Get A Taste Of Home In Bangkok

On this episode, we asked a multinational group expats where they go in Bangkok when they need a solid dose of life back home. And then we have a deep discussion about privilege in Bangkok. No, not that kind of privilege.

Oct. 31, 2017

Talking Travel Insurance With Stuart McDonald from Travelfish.org [Season 2 Episode 56]

We're here is to talk travel insurance and why it's so important. Stuart McDonald, the founder of Travelfish.org, Southeast Asia's best site for independent travel, was kind enough to join us from Bali to chat about it.

Oct. 24, 2017

Contemporary Art Tour In Audio: Exploring Bangkok’s MOCA [Season 2 Episode 55]

We step out of the studio and our comfort zones to explore another of Bangkok’s under-appreciated gems: the MOCA. Also known as Bangkok’s Museum of Contemporary Art.

Oct. 17, 2017

Acting Like an Actor in Thailand [Season 2 Episode 54]

Want to make a few bucks as an actor in Thailand? Well, since we've been there and done that, we’re discussing the ups and downs of emoting for cash. But first, Greg's about to fight Bangkok's killer rush hour traffic twice in one day!

Oct. 10, 2017

Thailand Taboos: How To Avoid Getting Kicked Out Of The Kingdom [Season 2 Episode 53]

Some of the lesser known things you should never do if you want to stay on the good side of Thai culture. Like confuse “alai na?” with “alai wa!” So grab your favorite beer and relax with this episode of the Bangkok Podcast.

Oct. 3, 2017

Bangkok's Hidden Gems: Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park

This week we uncover another hidden gem of Bangkok: a much needed and brand new green space that's oddly forward-thinking for Bangkok. But first, the tuk tuk scammers are actually giving out correct information this month. But that'll soon change!

Sept. 26, 2017

Tuk Tuk Tours in Bangkok Are Not Just For Tourists [Season 2 Episode 51]

If we sound a little more noisy than usual, it’s because we recorded this on-location exclusive episode from the back of a tuk tuk in Bangkok. Recently we were invited on an evening food tour by the fine folks at Expique.

Sept. 19, 2017

The Q&A Episode: Happy Anniversary to Us! (2.50)

It’s our anniversary, and we’re answering questions from listeners about us, the podcast, movies, wild swimming, and other fun topics. But first, an epic traffic fail... but this time, from the traffic cops? Get ready for a skinny dip, here's episode

Sept. 12, 2017

Getting Married In Thailand: A Western Perspective (2.49)

Today Greg looks back to his Thai wedding to help us discuss just how much you can expect to spend on your own happy day in Thailand. That’s after a brief talk about avoiding floods and transit-hacking in Bangkok, obviously.

Sept. 5, 2017

Do Only Weirdos Live In Bangkok? (2.48)

Today we ponder the immortal question for the ages...do you have to be a weirdo to be an expat in Bangkok? And you’ll get another reminder of our big anniversary show coming up, and how you can get your own freaky self involved.

Aug. 29, 2017

Paradise Lost? Island Living in Thailand (2.47)

Today we compare living in Bangkok vs a tropical island paradise in Thailand. Also, we share how you can participate in our upcoming one year anniversary show, and give yet another reminder about the big Bangkok-Wide I Love Podcasting In Bangkok event com

Aug. 22, 2017

Bangkok Needs A Facelift (2.46)

This week take a break from talking about how much we love Bangkok to discuss the city's ugly, dusty, dirty side. Prior to that, we'll tell you about our bike-tastic weekend. Because sometimes, you just gotta get out of the city and enjoy the rest of Thai

Aug. 15, 2017