Un-Jaded: Seeing Bangkok's Best Through New Eyes [S6.E18]

In a show fueled by a visit by Greg's mother, the guys
discuss first impressions of Bangkok, and whether or not they
have become jaded as long term expats. Greg includes a short
interview with his mom, but bases the show on all of her insights
over the last few weeks as a relative newbie in Bangkok.


First, Greg mentions that his mom finds Thailand very
colorful, whether it's clothes, art, taxis, or restaurants. At
first the guys are a bit skeptical, but as they run through the
examples they realize that Ma's got a point.


Next, the boys discuss the newbie take that Thailand is
filled with individualism and creativity. On this point, Ed
disagrees directly, noting the number of shops and restaurants
that are essentially copies of each other, but Greg notes that
his mom was focusing on fashion and art, with many small
boutiques and stalls focusing on small collections of uniquely
designed products. 


The next issue gets a general agree from both Greg and Ed
as his mom has been struck by how consistently friendly Thais
are. Yup!


Last, Greg brings up that his mom really appreciated the
exotic and varied architecture of Thailand. Ed agrees that it is
eclectic no doubt, but also points out that in places it can be a
random hodge podge. 


In short, any long-term expat could do with a "dose of Mom"
and learn to appreciate the little things Bangkok has to offer
when they start to fade into the background.


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