Achievement Unlocked! Even More Expat Merit Badges [S5.E60]

Because the first show was so fun to do - and full of great
listener-generated ideas! - Greg and Ed revisit the idea of expat
'merit badges,' a recognition of classic experiences in Thailand
that indicate you are more than just a tourist. I mean, try to come
to Thailand as a tourist and not eat
bugs, that's easy-peasy! We're talking about real skills or
achievements that show you've not only been here for a while, but
have actually gone out of your comfort zone to learn and get your
hands dirty. So to speak. The guys go back and forth, discussing
ten new ways to 'level up' your expat street cred.

Examples include dressing down for formal events, Thai
style, understanding the Thai system of measurements, as in 'rai'
and 'wa,' knowing Thai years, especially for your date of birth,
being able to recognize or speak a little bit of a Thai dialect,
and knowing the formally proper way to give alms to a monk. Greg
and Ed talk about their own ability at each one, and then go
through even more experiences that prove you are not a noob in
Thailand. 


Listen in for all the details and see where you rank among
your expat peers!


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