One Night in 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 systems in Asia, why these streamers think they're untouchable, and how local governments are starting to crack down. We also discuss what makes Bangkok such a hotspot for digital nomads and content creators—and why Thailand isn't the lawless playground some outsiders think it is.

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 Thai culture and expat life, this episode offers honest insight you won't hear anywhere else.

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."

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 boyfriend.

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 Thailand, or just curious about how Thai people view life outside their country, this episode offers a unique perspective.-Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans. Use code "bangkok" at checkout. ➡ https://saily.com/bangkok

In this episode we're joined by JC, a Thai friend of Eric's who now lives in Switzerland. JC is returning to Bangkok for a visit after almost two years away. We talk about life in Switzerland compared to Bangkok, the recent earthquake, what it's like flirting in the Thai language, and much more.

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.

Possible alcohol law changes in Thailand, tattoo controversy, and more.

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▸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onenightinbangkok_▸TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onenightinbangkok_

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.-

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, founders of Bangkok Community Help Foundation. They give us the context to understand this complex situation, the current state of pollution in Thailand, and possible solutions moving forward. -

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. - ⬇Want to party with Earn at some of the best nightlife locations in Bangkok? ⬇ → http://www.onenightinbangkokexperience.com (Upcoming Dates: Thurs Jan 30, Thurs Feb 6, Thurs Feb 13, or Thurs Feb 20) ⬇

Paddy Jenkins from the YouTube channel Thai Talk with Paddy  sits down with us to chat about what originally brought him to Thailand, how he learned to speak Thai so well, some of his favorite places (and least favorite places) to visit in Thailand, why he doesn't live in Thailand full time, and much more! Paddy was a great guest and a big inspiration for those of us trying to become better Thai speakers. Be sure to check out his channel and see another side of Thailand. -

In this episode Eric & Earn chat about a possible bar scam, the truth behind Thai girls and VIP tables, and One Night in Bangkok's upcoming nightlife tour. 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 special event.

Takashii From Japan joins me to chat about traveling Thailand, starting a massive YouTube channel, Japanese culture, Phuket nightlife, Bangkok rooftops, karaoke, Thai/Japanese dating and more!

Have a Thai girlfriend or boyfriend? Want to start dating in Thailand? In this episode we answer all of your questions about dating, love, and culture in the Kingdom.

Have you ever had a Thai girlfriend? Have experienced dating in Bangkok? In this episode my friend Chad is back on the show to chat about his experience having a long-term relationship with a Thai woman in Bangkok – including the good, the bad, and the... interesting.

Ready for an epic adventure through the mountains of northern Thailand? In this episode, I tell the story of my week-long trip by motorcycle through Mae Hong Son, how I almost died, some of my favorite places, and some tips if you want to try this trip for yourself!

On this episode I'm joined by Nacha, Alice, and Earn to chat about their jobs, nightclubs in Bangkok, cultural differences between foreigners, entertainment girls, and more.

Visiting Bangkok, Thailand can bring a wide range of first-time experiences, including going on dates with Thai ladyboys. In this episode I tell three real stories from my five years here in Thailand, as well as a recent one with an interesting ending.

In this episode we are joined by Jessica, Bam, and Earn to chat about the recent (controversial) Apple video featuring Thailand, if Thailand should be considered a third-world country, and life in Thailand compared to other places in the world.

In this episode we have updates on Bangkok water quality, the Destination Thailand Visa for foreigners wanting to live in Thailand, "green" laws changing, advice on the best places to live, and all about the ButterBear MADNESS. -

In this episode, Alice, Dream, and Earn tell me about growing up in Thailand, life in the country, supporting family, some negative aspects of Thai culture, and where they like to go out in Bangkok. -

Rae Lil Black joins us to discuss her movie career, moving to Bangkok, meeting fans, TEDx, training Muay Thai, what happens when guys don't pay for the date, and more! Originally from Japan, Rae Lil Black is a well-known adult actress, esports gamer, streamer and social media icon. She made her first trip to Thailand in 2022 and has been enjoying life in Bangkok since the end of 2023. -

Ocean is a UK-born music producer, currently living in Bangkok, Thailand. He first came to Chiang Mai in 2014 to pursue dropshipping and e-commerce, before moving to Phuket to train in mixed martial arts. Eventually he found his true calling in music production and has since traveled around the world making music, collaborating with various artists, and growing a large following through his YouTube tutorials, vlogs, and other music production-related content. -

Jonny (Jonny There is Something Happening) is back in Bangkok and joins us to chat about YouTube in Thailand, giving money away during COVID, visiting the Khlong Toei market, deaf freelancers, tipping culture, new bars to check out, holiday boyfriends, and more! - Jonny's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jonnyasia Thai Language Challenge: https://www.thailanguagechallenge.com/ -

In this episode Eric and Earn sit down to answer your questions about Thailand visas, renting/buying condos in Bangkok, the best nightclubs to check out, dating Thai women, and a lot more! This is a special Q&A podcast episode so please let us know if you like the format. -

Jason, Dream, and Earn join me to chat about the challenges of dating in Thailand, the best bars and nightclubs to check out in Bangkok, Dubai trips, Wonderfuit Festival, Tomboys, the cost of living, the secret "sign" Thai women give you if they're interested, and MORE! -

Friso Poldervaart is a Dutch expat living in Thailand for 14 years. Along with Greg Lange (owner of Sunrise Tacos), he is one of the founders of Bangkok Community Help Foundation. In this episode Friso talks about coming to Thailand at a young age, helping those in need during the pandemic, and what the Khlong Toei "slum" is really like. If you would like to volunteer or donate, please visit https://bangkokcommunityhelp.org/ -

In this episode, three Thai women join us to discuss their experiences with cheating, infidelity, dating, and relationships in Bangkok. Thailand ranks fourth highest in the world in infidelity, with over 60% of people in a recent study admitting to cheating on their partner. The Thai language even has some specific vocabulary around this topic ("gik", "mia noi", etc). Tonight, we'll do a deep dive on cheating in Thailand and some of the real-life experiences these women have been a part of. We'll also give tips on dating Thai women, how NOT to approach a Thai girl in a bar or nightclub, and some recommendations for your next night out in Bangkok. -

Paul Lee is an American YouTuber, Instagrammer, and digital nomad living in Bangkok, Thailand. In this episode, we discuss leaving the west to start a life in Thailand, the best ways to make money as a digital nomad, the difference between dating Thai women and American women, and what happens when your Tinder date turns out to be a ladyboy. -

In this episode we are joined by two local Thai women (Earn & Cherry) to offer their perspectives on traveling in Thailand, dating and relationships, and life in Bangkok. We answer all of your questions, including what scams to avoid, how to meet a Thai girl during the day, if you should have the "Pattaya experience", and if Thai women really prefer foreigners over Thai men. -

Brian Michael Hinds is a German music artist and known for his dancing videos on TikTok. He was a contestant on Deutschland sucht den Superstar ("German Idol") and also a dancer in Turkey on a live production of Moulin Rouge. In 2022, he became widely known after adopting the "The Bottom G" persona, poking fun at Andrew Tate and the growing wave of "red pill" masculinity. Brian has been living in Thailand since August 2023 and continues to focus on performing and creating original music. -

Social media superstar Travis Leon joins us us to share his story about getting fired and moving to Thailand, running up Bitcoin before losing it all, and his success on TikTok and other social media platforms. Travis also gives real advice about moving to Thailand, the best way to to grow on social media, and what is really costs to live a good life in Bangkok. -

Tonight I'm joined by two local Thai women to chat about dating in Bangkok, cultural differences, and also get their reaction to Natalija Kica's recent videos about Thai women and foreigners in Thailand. Darin also tells the story of how she met Eric late one night, nightmare Tinder dates, and how much a man needs to pay a Thai woman's family for marriage. -

In this episode I sit down with my friend Dan on his last night in Thailand. Dan is from Boston, USA and this was his very first trip to Thailand. Over the last three weeks he went on a crazy 4-night adventure in Pattaya, traveled to Chiang Mai for some rest and relaxation, stayed at some of the best hotels, and ate at some of the most unique restaurants in Bangkok. -

Jonny (Jonny There is Something Happening) is back in Bangkok and we've got A LOT to catch up on. In this episode, we talk about his latest video, foreigner mistakes with Thai women, getting into bar fights, and Eric's latest Cambodia trip. -

Tonight we're joined by world traveler Erick Prince (@minoritynomad) to chat about what foreigners misunderstand about Thailand, the effect of social media on travel, music festivals and nightlife in Bangkok, and what it's like being an African-American in Asia. - 

Erick has been to over 95 countries on his quest to become the first African-American to visit every country in the world. Through his travel blog, Erick has had the chance to work with brands like Facebook, Singha Corp, LAN Airlines, Lonely Planet, Intercontinental Hotels, and Sony. Through his work, he continues to inspire African-Americans, Latinos, and those from low-income communities to explore the world. -

Chris Parker (@RetiredWorkingForYou) is a Canadian YouTuber living in Thailand since 2019. In this episode we chat about his first trip to Asia, working in the film industry, advice for moving to Thailand, how he started his hugely successful YouTube channel – and what's next for one of Bangkok's most popular foreigners. -

What does it take to open a restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand? In this episode I sit down with Lenny Nigro, Chef Owner of the brand new restaurant “Molino” on Sukhumvit Soi 11. Lenny tells us his story, including meeting fellow Bangkok Chef Anthony “Tony” Burd (Tony's Bangkok Sukhumvit 11) on an agriturismo in Italy, finding a job half a world away in Hong Kong, and eventually landing a new opportunity in Bangkok. -