Mika was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. Shortly after finishing her studies, Mika’s journey towards success began with a trip to The City of Angels-Bangkok. Her passion for travel and fashion allowed her to pursue her goals, working as a senior designer in Shangai as well as a creative consultant in London. Her Love for Thailand brought her back to the island of Phuket where she founded Siamese Dreams. What started as an outlet for her creative energy, Siamese Dreams has become a popular n...
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 30
Alona "Holy_Aloha" Myronenko is a popular Ukrainian streamer and talented poker player, who has won dozens of online tournaments and many final tables in live poker. Alena visited the KYIV UA Millions series, where she joined the PokerMatch team. In two years "Holy_Aloha" went from the streamer team to the ranks of ambassadors, and now a representative of the Poker.ua portal. Alena has been living in Phuket, Thailand where she conducts most of her twitch poker streams from the pool to the seasid...
Nov 30, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 29
Nataruch Vatcharayothin (Mix) joins us today with Lex Chernock to discuss the new global trend that has taken the hearts of collectors everywhere, NFT’s and the Metaverse. Mix is an NFT artist from Bangkok, Thailand who has launched two successful NFT projects, namely, Timixabie and Pigaboo. Mix has been drawing ever since she was young, bringing to life two comic books by the age of 19. The NFT platform and community have allowed her to once again utilize her talents and create NFT art that ins...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 28
Robert M. Biter, MD is a holistic Obstetrician and Gynecologist, founder of the worldwide nonprofit Seaside Giving and CEO of Dando A Luz Birthing Center. Born In California, he graduated from Penn State College of Medicine in 1997 and has over 24 years of experience to his name. Robert became a supporter of natural birth after realizing the many issues that face women when giving birth in traditional hospitals. He started a private practice called Seaside Women’s Health which aimed at helping w...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 27
Hungarian-born Peter RIchweisz is an award-winning cinematographer and creative director based in Phuket, Thailand. After graduating from ELTE University in Budapest where he completed his philosophy studies, Peter moved to London in 1997 to start a career in photography. With a strong background in contemporary art, he developed a unique method of creativity in the commercial field of fashion and advertising. He is rather interested in project-based conceptualization of individual tasks than fo...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 26
Wan Issara is the managing director and face of the famous and luxurious 5-star @Sri panwa , a luxury hotel private pool villa & spa resort in Phuket Thailand. He started his journey abroad at the age of 9 where he lived, studied, and worked in countries such as England, America, and Switzerland. After majoring in Hotels and business management, Wan has been an influential leader and decision-maker in the success of the now world-famous hotel. In this episode of Fruiting Body Podcast, we fin...
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 25
Mike (Proper) Malott is a Canadian Welterweight MMA fighter who is heading to the UFC after a 39-second submission win on Dana White’s Contender Series. The 29-year-old from Burlington Ontario is a striking coach and fighter for Team Alpha Male in Sacramento California. After taking a hiatus from the fighting life, Malott joined the corner and became a coach for Team Alpha Male where he worked with and trained a number of top MMA fighters. The hunger to fight again came back and brought with it ...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 24
Chris Parker is the Chief Entertainment Officer for the hit YouTube channel, Retired Working For You. With over 160K subscribers, Chris Parker has been dedicated to providing fun and informative videos from Thailand. His show, Retired Working For You is all about bringing viewers closer to Thailand through creative and exciting videos that highlight the various experiences of travel and lifestyle. Chris was born and raised in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada where he lived a typical boy’s life- mee...
Oct 18, 2021•2 hr 25 min•Ep. 23
Tony Myshlyaev is an underwater photographer and freediving instructor who lives in Koh Tao, Thailand. Born In Ukraine and raised in Canada, Tony’s Love for gymnastics and skateboarding was the driving force behind a water current that led him towards a life of travel and photography. At The age of 24, he left for a backpacking journey through South-East Asia where he found the famous Koh Tao – island of Scuba diving. Tony has spent the past 7 years training and perfecting his passion for diving...
Oct 12, 2021•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 22
Wade Leathem is a property manager in Phuket, Thailand and is currently in the process of living completely off the grid. Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, where he also graduated from business school. Wade had his first taste for travel and adventure when he visited Thailand, here he met love as well as the party islands of South East Asia. After returning to Canada and trying to find work in the big corporate world, he realized that it was not for him and took an opportunity to manage and ...
Oct 05, 2021•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 21
James Donald and Nicolas Mattingly join us today to discuss the business side of the CBD and Cannabis industry within Thailand and the USA. James Donald has lived in Thailand for the past 15 years, he went to medical school in Oxford and has a background in biochemical science and human biology. He left the UK in search of better flowers right here in Thailand. James has been involved in the cannabis industry for the last 20 years where he has given consultancy advice on genetics and cannabis TH...
Sep 28, 2021•2 hr 47 min•Ep. 20
Dr. Thomas Lodi is the founder of the Integrative Oncology center An Oasis of Healing in Mesa, Arizona. He is also the lead oncologist at The LifeCo in Phuket, Thailand. Dr. Thomas Lodi teaches people how to change the biochemistry of their bodies to a state of health and well-being. Thomas Lodi has been studying and practicing medicine for more than 30 years, since 1986. During the first ten years of his medical career, he worked as a conventional internist. Dr. Lodi continues to search for mor...
Sep 22, 2021•2 hr 48 min•Ep. 19
Jamie is the founder of The Holistic Chef Academy Virtual Cooking School. He is one of the top vegan chefs in the world and has been dedicated to helping people understand, celebrate and showcase wholefood plant-based cuisine. Jamie was born and raised in the West of Ireland and at the age of 15, he started his hospitality journey as a pot washer where he immediately found the passion, desire and experience needed to become a chef. After completing a 2-year course at Galway Culinary School, Jami...
Sep 16, 2021•2 hr 28 min•Ep. 18
John Dalley, co-founder and president of Soi Dog Foundation International, has been awarded the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his services to animal welfare in Southeast Asia. John Dalley, co-founder and president of Soi Dog Foundation International, has been awarded the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his services to animal welfare in Southeast Asia. John, who hails from Leeds, UK, was named alongside a host of celebrities, medical staff, key workers ...
Sep 15, 2021•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 17
In today's episode with Fruiting Body Podcast, we host the unforgettable Tai Emery. She is a former LFL star who played for Queensland Brigade and Las Vegas Sin. Tai Emery is a former LFL star who played for Queensland Brigade and Las Vegas Sin. Tai Emery is a former electrician turned model from Australia, who currently lives and trains MMA in Phuket, Thailand. She loves all things sports and you can always find her in the gym giving her 100% best In today's episode with Fruiting Body Podcast, ...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 16
We welcome Anna Kesler to the Fruiting Body Podcast, she is an Instagram model and OnlyFans content creator. Anna has lived as an expat in Phuket, Thailand for over 5 years now, studying at an all Thai University. She was born and raised in Russia for 14 years after which she and her family moved to China, however, fun fact, Anna is actually German. Anna is an OnlyFans Content Creator who has lived as an expat in Phuket, Thailand for over 5 years now, studying at an all Thai University. She was ...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 15
Lex & Jen are International school teachers who work in China but have been temporarily stuck in Phuket, Thailand. They shared with us a few stories about their journey from The USA to China and how a simple vacation turned into an ‘endless’ time of island living, right here in Phuket. Lex & Jen are originally from USA, they decided to pursue a life in teaching overseas and made the transition to China 10 years ago. Jen is a Curriculum organizer and coach for their school while Lex is a ...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 11
Norman Lynch is a business tycoon who went from a young entrepreneur on the streets of London to successfully launching a multi-million dollar enterprise. He is currently enjoying the island life right here in Phuket, Thailand. He shares his story of growing up in London as a paper delivery boy to starting his first business. Norman talks about his early failures on the road to financial success and the turning point that lead him to build a business empire, starting from flooring and installati...
Sep 15, 2021•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 14
Today we have had the opportunity to host the CEO of The Thaiger News - the #1 News Source for Thailand, Mr. Tim Newton. He is a master of all trades and has worked in the media industry for 40+ years. CEO of The Thaiger News - the #1 News Source for Thailand, Mr. Tim Newton. He is a master of all trades and has worked in the media industry for 40+ years. Tim joins us today to share his life story and discusses the future of media and production. We get a great insight into the current situation...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 13
We welcome Kendell and Cooper from the USA, they decided to travel to Thailand during their summer break and are one of the first tourists under the Phuket Sandbox Plan. Kendell and Cooper both study at the University of Nevada Reno. Kendell is studying economics and finance, while Cooper is looking to help others by studying criminal justice. They both decided to take a study break and travel the world before they begin a career in their specific fields. In this episode of Fruiting Body Podcast...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 12
Shaun Stenning, CEO of 5 Star Marine chats to us about his life in Phuket, Thailand, and discusses the role of his charity which aims at helping vulnerable communities in and around Phuket during the global pandemic. Shaun Stenning is an entrepreneur and investor who has made the transition from living a fast paced, 9-5 life in Australia to a life of shorts and flops on the tropical island of Phuket, Thailand. In this episode, he looks back at a few interesting stories out of his 10 years of liv...
Sep 15, 2021•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 10
Shaun Kober chats with us about his journey from Australia to Thailand and his life of being a Strength and Conditioning coach on the tropical island of Phuket. Coach Kobes discusses the importance of dedication, tracking data, and the principles of Swiss 8. Shaun is ex-Military who spent 6 years in the Australian army. Since being discharged he has become a successful entrepreneur, going into the business of strength and conditioning right here in Phuket, Thailand. Shaun currently coaches at th...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 9
Robert And Bella Redl share with us their journey through love, work, and travel. They discuss the booming bubble of street selling in Japan and the always-evolving jewelry industry. Robert and Bella operate their Jewelry Manufacturing facility in Bangkok, Thailand, which now employs over 500+ people. They have been living in Asia for over 25 years, and on today's show with Fruiting Body Podcast, they share with us their journey to success in the Jewelry & Body Piercing Industry. Robert and ...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 8
Phil Anthony shares with us his not-so secrets to success and how living a balanced life can help you flourish in business and health. “Success is created through daily increments of change.” – Phil Anthony. Phil Anthony (@philanthonym) is an Engineer / Designer that left his 9-5 corporate life in the United Kingdom to find his new way of life in Thailand. Phil now works as a health and business consultant in Phuket, Thailand. Phil is also a successful entrepreneur who founded Nanabowls - a smoo...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 7
Cara Bishop brought some love and light to our studio. She shared with us the secret to balancing a life of many hats. Cara is a school manager, NFT artist, and occasional meditation teacher. Cara Bishop (@Kharanicole) is a Manager of Progressive Education and teacher at Shining Star School in Kamala, Phuket. Shining Stars Kamala is a small progressive preschool and kindergarten located in Phuket, Thailand. They offer an English-intensive curriculum for local and international students in an int...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 6
Hugo Hattingh chats to us about his adventurous life of being a Yacht Captain in Phuket, Thailand, and his extraordinary journey from South Africa to Thailand. Hugo is a Yacht Captain, restaurant owner, and storyteller. Hugo Hattingh (@hugohanumanhattingh) is a Professional Yacht Captain in Phuket, Thailand, and the owner of the digital nomad workspace Hugo Hub at the South of Bangtao Beach and founder of Hugo Hut which is a spectacular arrangement of food & drink trucks directly on the Nort...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 5
Kitty Teppo has become a powerhouse in the strength and conditioning game. She shared with us her journey from Finland to Phuket, Thailand, and what it takes to follow your passion. Kitty Teppo has lived many lives and through her journey has faced many challenges. We get an inside scoop on what drives her and how she always lands on her feet. Kitty Teppo (@coach_kitty) is a Professional Strength & Conditioning Coach in Phuket, Thailand, and has her Crossfit L1 and TRX Certified. During our ...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 4
Magnus “Crazy Viking” Andersson is a world champion Muay Thai fighter. Magnus shares with us his journey in fighting, his magical life in Phuket, Thailand, and how Crypto Currency got him through tough times. Magnus Andersson (@crazyviking_revolution.gym) is a Professional Muay Thai Athlete sponsored by Revolution Muay Thai in Phuket, Thailand, and currently fighting for One Championship. Magnus loves all things physical and has many interests outside of Muay Thai such as surfing his favorite sp...
Sep 15, 2021•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 3
Glenn Sparv is an MMA pro fighter for Tiger Muay Thai, He talks about his journey from Finland To Thailand. We find out how Glenn got into MMA, discuss his fight strategies, and his thoughts on medicinal mushrooms. In our Fruiting Body Podcast, Glenn speaks about his experience living in Thailand as an MMA fighter and his journey at various gyms on the island. From Finland MMA to Tiger Muay Thai our guest Glenn Sparv dives deep into his fight memories and his plans for the future. Glenn Sparv (@...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 2
Nando Borralho Joins us for our first Fruiting Body Podcast. We chat to Nando about Jiu Jitsu, his charity work on the island, and his amazing life behind Gracie Barra in Phuket, Thailand. Nando Borralho (@nandoborralho) is the head coach and owner of the Gracie Barra located nearby Surin Beach in Phuket, Thailand. Nando’s BJJ dojo is located at Sutai Muay Thai, which is family-run and operated by Nando and his wife Amy (@sutaimuaythai). During our conversation, we discussed Nando’s journey from...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 1
