BANGKOK, THAILAND – a tropical metropolis of over ten million people. Over the last five years living in this vibrant city I've been fortunate enough to meet some incredible people, many of whom have even more incredible stories. Join us as we take a trip down the rabbit hole and find out what it's really like in one of the world's most famous destinations.
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What started as a casual night out on Bangkok’s famous Khao San Road turned into one of the wildest, most unexpected adventures of my life. At 5AM, two Thai girls I’d just met invited me on a spontaneous trip three hours outside the city—to their hometown. No plan, no sleep, no idea what was waiting. What followed was a deep dive into real Thai culture, family traditions, a temple ceremony with monks, and some unforgettable moments in a rural village where I was the only foreigner. Was it danger...
In this episode we catch up on the last few weeks including some new places to check out (24 BLVD and Upper House), Earn in Chiang Mai, Eric getting into an argument at a massage shop, and the perils of driving in Bangkok.
In this unfiltered episode of One Night in Bangkok, we sit down with a group of young Thai women to talk openly about dating culture in Thailand — from first date expectations to sugar daddies, free dinners, and awkward encounters with foreign guys in Bangkok nightclubs. Do foreigners really stand a chance in the Thai dating scene? Or are they just seen as walking wallets? We dive into real stories, cultural misunderstandings, red flags, and the hidden rules of dating Thai women. Whether you're ...
Are foreigners seen as walking ATMs in Thailand? In this episode, we dive into a recent story from Bangkok that left me with a surprising bill—and raised questions about how Westerners are perceived in Thai social circles. We explore cultural expectations around money and group outings, and some potential situations foreigners often don’t see coming. We also discuss the new privacy laws in the Philippines affecting YouTubers, and the possibility of similar laws coming to Thailand. Lastly, we cov...
Thinking of moving to Thailand? Dating Thai women? Want to work or start a business here?In this episode, we answer YOUR questions and dive deep into the real experience of living in Bangkok as a foreigner — the culture shock, the challenges of doing business, navigating Thai dating culture, and if you can really ever escape just being a tourist. Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans. Use code "bangkok" at checkout. ➡ https://saily.com/bangkok
In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Esquire from the YouTube channel Legal Mindset to expose the growing trend of nuisance streamers in Asia—content creators who break local laws for clout, profit, and views. We dive into shocking cases like Johnny Somali and Vitaly, who face serious legal consequences in Korea and the Philippines for disrespecting cultural norms and engaging in illegal behavior during livestreams.Andrew, a U.S. attorney currently living in Thailand, breaks down the legal sy...
In this episode we chat about our past week in Bangkok, including nightlife, visiting Mami Rose for dinner, Silom Soi 2, the new helmet enforcement, and more!
In this episode we sit down with the owner of Karo Coffee Roasters, which is currently one Eric's favorite places in Bangkok. Karo tells us about coming to Thailand, starting a business, advice for foreigners, working with Thai staff and more.
In this episode, we share our personal stories of how we ended up living in Bangkok, Thailand—one of the most vibrant cities in Asia, and in the entire world. From cold winters in Boston, to exploring Thai temples, and deciding to make Bangkok my new home, this is the real story behind my move to Thailand's tropical metropolis.
In this episode, we dig into the current situation in Thailand’s tourism scene—why so many businesses in Bangkok may be struggling, rising prices, and whether the country is chasing the wrong type of tourist. From nightlife trends in Sukhumvit to overpriced rooftop bars, we discuss where all the tourists have gone, why the cost of living has soared, and how Thai locals and foreigners are reacting. Whether you're planning a trip to Thailand, thinking about living in Bangkok, or just curious about...
Bangkok nightlife is wild — but it's not what most tourists expect. In this episode, we dive into secret bars, rooftop parties, local Thai club culture, and why some girls in Bangkok are getting Ferraris as "gifts." 🚗💸 We also break down whether the word farrang (foreigner) is actually considered racist in Thailand. From Songkran water fights to hidden upscale clubs where foreigners aren't always welcome, get ready for the real story behind Bangkok after dark. If you're traveling to Thailand, ...
In this episode we sit down with Jenny, a young Thai entrepreneur who turned her tiny condo kitchen into one of the city’s most buzzworthy cookie businesses—Jing Jai Bake. From learning to bake on YouTube to delivering gourmet cookies across Bangkok via Grab and Line Man, Jenny shares some of her story and insights into getting a business going in Bangkok. She also shares some of the challenges of working with Bangkok’s food delivery services, where she likes to go out, and how she met her boyfr...
In this eye-opening conversation, three Thai women (KT, Kate, and Earn) share their personal stories of leaving Bangkok and living abroad in the USA and UK—from university life in Utah and working in Las Vegas to starting a family in England. They explore the challenges of culture shock, dating differences, western culture, and how Thai values around politeness, respect, and identity shape their experience overseas. Whether you're fascinated by Thai culture, planning to travel or live in Thailan...
Eric and Earn chat with JC, a Thai friend living in Switzerland, about her return to a changed Bangkok after two years. They compare life and cultures in Switzerland and Thailand, including job markets and cost of living. The conversation also covers JC's experience during Bangkok's recent earthquake, the convenience she misses in Thailand, and a humorous, culturally nuanced discussion on dating and flirting styles between Thai and Western men, highlighting the complexities of relationships in Bangkok's diverse scene.
In this episode we are talking all about Songkran, Thailand's (very wet) New Year celebration. We discuss the real meaning behind the holiday, the best party spots, what to expect, and more.
Dinny Skip is an America rapper, performer, and creator recently known for his viral song “TUK TUK ตุ๊กตุ๊ก”. In this episode we chat about his return to Thailand, the making of the Tuk Tuk music video, online reaction to his music, and future plans in Bangkok.
In this episode Eric & Earn catch up on the last few weeks including Eric's trip to Tic Tac Toe at Emsphere mall, Earn's trip to Hua Hin, best late night food spots, driving license issues, Eric's police checkpoint story and more.
In this episode we're joined by Fah and Amanda. Fah runs the Thai in the Thai Language challenge and has plenty to teach us about learning and speaking Thai. Amanda is Georgian-born and Russian-raised, but spent the last several years in Hong Kong before moving to Thailand. Amanda currently works as a model and actress in various projects, and is working hard to learn the Thai language as well.
Neo is Thai-Japanese and grew up in Germany. He eventually returned to Thailand and currently works as a manager in a popular Bangkok restaurant. In this episode, Neo explains the differences in dining culture between western and asian guests, working with Thai staff, the challenges of managing a restaurant in Bangkok, and some of his favorite spots around the city. - ▸Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@onenightinbangkok_ ▸Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@onenightinbangkokclips ▸Insta...
David Fung from the Fung Bros YouTube channel/Hot Pot Boys Podcast joins us to chat about his decision coming to Bangkok, observations about Thai culture, foreign influence in Thailand, Mark Wiens' Pad Kaphrao, "asian baby girls" and MORE. - 🌃 FOLLOW ONE NIGHT IN BANGKOK ⬇ ▸Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@onenightinbangkok_ ▸Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@onenightinbangkokclips ▸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onenightinbangkok_ ▸TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onenightinba...
The pollution in Bangkok has reached crisis levels. People are being told stay indoors, schools have been closed, and employees are being told to work from home. Thailand is now ranked one of the worst countries in the world for air quality, the health of many is being severely affected, and ultimately the situation is lowering the life expectancy of 70 million Thai people. But why is this happening and what can we do about it? On tonight's episode we speak to Friso Poldervaart and Greg Lange, f...
In this episode we chat about our upcoming nightlife tour, Earn's recent Hua Hin trip, and what you need to know about getting a job in Thailand as a foreigner.
John Boseak has made it to Thailand, but his story getting here is anything but ordinary. In this episode, John tells the story of growing up in the US, getting into the world of credit card fraud, starting his own card manufacturing operation, getting caught by the secret service (twice), and how and why he ended up coming to Thailand. - ⬇ 🇹🇭 Check out the Thai Language Challenge here ⬇ https://www.thailanguagechallenge.com/100thaiwords?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thailanguagechallenge.com%2Fa%2F21...
This episode features Paddy Jenkins from Thai Talk with Paddy, who details how he learned Thai through immersion in a remote village and the unique aspects of his YouTube channel. He discusses the challenges and rewards of living part-time in Thailand, balancing content creation with stability, and shares practical tips for language learning. The conversation also explores Thai culture, lesser-known travel spots, and the dynamic community of foreign content creators in Thailand.
In this episode Eric & Earn chat about a possible bar situation, and the truth behind Thai girls and VIP tables. http://www.onenightinbangkokexperience.com
In this episode I'm joined by Aly who is one of the official media team videographers for Rolling Loud Thailand. We chat about how Aly got into photography, how we met initially in Boston, what it's like shooting Rolling Loud, and what her experience has been like so far on her first trip to Thailand.
Eric's back in Bangkok after two months in the US. In this episode, we sit down to chat about what we've been up to, the new podcast studio, a new nightclub in Asok, upcoming music festivals in Thailand, dating apps in Bangkok, first date ideas, and more.
I this episode I sit down with Rung, Mai, and Earn to chat about dating in Bangkok, first date locations, red flags to watch out for, and some experiences with sin sod (Thai dowry).
In this episode we chat with Ton, who is one of the owners of Baccarat (located on Soi 24 inside the Davis Hotel). Since it's inception almost a year ago, Baccarat has grown to be one of the most popular nightlife establishments in Bangkok, both for foreigners and Thailand's high-society alike. This is a special on-site episode filmed inside of Baccarat. We talk about Ton's background in real estate, his first (failed) nightclub project, the origin of Baccarat, and their upcoming Halloween speci...
